Quilts from our Collections April 2023 - January 2024 Quilts are not just a way to keep warm and to decorate a room, quilts often tell stories, and often it becomes a good mystery. Who made them, the fabric that was used, and who it might have been made for are all part of the story. Whatever the story, quilts are an amazing piece of art; they are beautiful and a testament to the handwork and skill of the quilter.
An Evening with Ariel Lawhon (A Conversation With Patti Callahan Henry) Tuesday, January 9th in Baron Bluff Talk begins at 6:30pm with book signing following. Doors open at 6pm Burritt on the Mountain, The Snail on the Wall bookstore, and The Scout Guide Huntsville are pleased to present An Evening with Ariel Lawhon to celebrate the launch of her new novel, The Frozen River. Ariel Lawhon is a critically acclaimed, New York Times bestselling author of historical fiction. Her books have been Library Reads, One Book One County, Indie Next, and Book of the Month Club selections.
Busy on the weekend? This weekday class features lovely hearts are perfect for beginners as well as those with a little experience in stained glass. Multiple colors available.
Busy on the weekend? This weekday class focus on several basic forging fundamentals. Using the forge, anvil, and basic hand tools and techniques, students will forge a spatula, and a steak turner.
Wire wrapping in jewelry can be found in a wide variety of techniques. In this class, you will gain an introduction to my technique that is perfect for any skill level and leave with a beautiful bracelet.
These lovely hearts are perfect for beginners as well as those with a little experience in stained glass. We will be cutting, grinding, foiling, tinning and soldering the glass; then assembling the dangling hearts using some jewelry techniques. A choice of colors will be available.
UPDATE! Birding at Burritt has been moved to Saturday, January 27th! Birding at Burritt January 27 | 10am-4pm Join us for “Birding at Burritt” to chase away the winter blahs. This family-friendly, fun-filled day includes a falconry presentation, an Audubon Society-led guided hike, and a visit to the Barnyard. Enjoy “Beauties of the Sky,” an hour-long presentation by Tommy Howell showcasing his collection of unusual birds. Bird-themed crafts will be offered in the Historic Park for children’s enjoyment.
GET TO KNOW MORE about Burritt’s Membership Benefits, Volunteer Program & Volunteer Opportunities. Sunday, January 28, 2024, 1:30pm – 2:30pm Burritt on the Mountain | Folk School Classroom Light refreshments will be provided.
Muscadines are native to the southeastern US, full of flavor, and make a beautiful jelly! Students will make jelly from locally-grown muscadines while learning the process from start to finish.
Come join our beginners hand-building clay class. In this stress-free lesson, we will be making a snowman that you can decorate however you like to brighten your home through the chilly winter days.
Come and join us for a three hour class to design and create a candy dish that is perfect to hold all your Valentine's Day goodies!
Needle felting is the art of sculpting and shaping wool using special needles. In this class, each student will learn the techniques of needle felting and apply them to a wool heart just in time for Valentine's Day.
