Spring 2021
The Tavern is cautiously offering small group classes this Spring
Creative Stacked Stitches, Friday, May 21, 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Learn how to make base stitches and stack others on them to create ineresting designs for use on Crazy Quilts or to enhance clothing, purrses, pillows, etc. Click Here for more information!
- Instructor: Penny Mace; Class will be held in the "Tavern Meeting Building".
- Maximum of 10 students.
- $60. An additional material fee (between $5 and $20) is payable to the instructor at the class.
Click Here to Register for this Class
Blacksmith Joinery One-day workshop - Saturday, April 24, 9 am - 4 pm
Learn the art of joining pieces of metal to create items for everyday use. The items will be joined without welding and you will create a table trivet to take home. Supplies included in the price of $120 per student. Eight slots available. The Forge is located behind the Tavern.
You must take Beginning Blacksmithing, or have other blacksmithing experience, to be eligible to take this class.
The anvils have been socially-distanced, but you must bring a face mask and may be required to wear it at times.
Click Here to Register for Joinery Class
Blacksmithing 102 (Intermediate), One-day workshop - Saturday, May 22, 9 am - 4 pm
Learn more skills of blacksmithing beyond the Beginner level to create your own metal projects. Members of the Tavern's Heathsville Forge Blacksmith Guild will teach you joinery, twisting techniques with mild steel, and you'll complete a project. All supplies are included in the price of $120 per student. Eight slots available. The Forge is located behind the Tavern.
You must take Beginning Blacksmithing, or have other blacksmithing experience, to be eligible to take this intermediate class.
The anvils have been socially-distanced, but you must bring a face mask and may be required to wear it at times.
Click Here to Register for Blacksmithing 102
Intro to Basket Weaving, Friday, June 4, 9 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Learn to weave a market basket, a great beginner's project. Your finished basket will measure approx. 12" long by 6" wide and have a 10" handle. Click Here for more information!
- Instructor: Mary Sudduth; Class will be held in the "Tavern Meeting Building".
- Maximum of 6 students.
- $60. An additional material fee (up to $20) is payable to the instructor at the class.
Click Here to Register for this Class
Beginning Woodturning, One-day workshop - Saturday, June 26, 9 am - 4 pm
In this introductory class, students will gain an understanding of the skills necessary to safely use spindle gouges and embellishing tools while operating a woodturning lathe. Partipants will turn a handle for one of several kitchen tools, such as an ice cream scoop, bottle opener or wine bottle stopper.
- Instructor: Tavern Woodworkers Guild; Classes will be held in the "Tavern Meeting Building."
- Maximum of 6 students.
- $80. An additional material fee ($5 to $25, depending on selected kitchen tool) is payable to the instructor at the class.
CLASS is FULL. Click here to be put on the waiting list.
Beginning Weaving, Three-day workshop: Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, July 26, 27 and 28, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
This three-day class is an introduction to the process of handweaving on a floor loom. All materials and equipment are provided, and no previous weaving experience is required. Students will be provided with ample support from two experienced instructors as well as current members of the Tavern Spinners & Weavers Guild.
- Instructor: Tavern Spinners & Weavers Guild; Classes will be held in the "Tavern Meeting Building."
- Maximum of 10 students.
- $125 for RHHT members and $150 for non-members.
CLASS is FULL. Click here to be put on the waiting list.
Beginning Weaving, Three-day workshop: Friday, Saturday and Sunday, July 30, 31 and August 1, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
This three-day class is an introduction to the process of handweaving on a floor loom. All materials and equipment are provided, and no previous weaving experience is required. Students will be provided with ample support from two experienced instructors as well as current members of the Tavern Spinners & Weavers Guild.
- Instructor: Tavern Spinners & Weavers Guild; Classes will be held in the "Tavern Meeting Building."
- Maximum of 10 students.
- $125 for RHHT members and $150 for non-members.
CLASS is FULL. Click here to be put on the waiting list.
