2009 Schedule
If you are interested in any of these 2009 classes, please email iris@maryjanesfarm.org
Would you like our classes to come to you? Within the Pacific Northwest, we offer traveling classes for Farmgirl Chapters and groups. Contact Rebekka at rebekka@maryjanesfarm.org for more information.
January 2009
No Class (but a few suggestions for new gardeners):
- Use this time to learn from other gardeners and the Extension agent in your area what your growing zone is, what the last frost date usually is, and when the first frost of the winter usually happens.
- Ask them what grows very successfully in your region, given your area’s average climate and soil.
- Discuss with your family what they would like to grow and the size garden they’d like to help care for. (Hint: grow mostly what your family likes to eat! Try not to grow everything that seems like it might be fun to try.) Better to start with a small successful garden, than to start too huge (which can get out of hand with the watering and weeding) and make everyone cringe at the idea of ever trying any size garden again!
- Draw your garden on paper to plan areas.
- Check out gardening books from the library or research online for how much space to devote to what to feed your family or for growing extra.
- Start looking through garden seed catalogs and online for the proper seeds for your zone.
February 2009
No Class (but a few more suggestions):
- Order your seeds as early as possible; seed sales are up!
- Study books and magazines for more gardening ideas and tips.
- Refine your garden plan on paper.
- Dream of warmer weather to come!
March 2009
Jump-Start Your Garden
This class will take beginners from “I don’t know how to garden or where to begin” to “I am excited and confident that I can grow things!” More experienced gardeners will also benefit from the class, as there’s always more to learn! We will touch on topics such as Organic Garden Planning, Indoor Starts, Cold Frames, Greenhouses, Compost, Raised Beds, Intensive Gardening Methods, Soil Tests, and Permaculture.
Instructor: TBD
- Skill level: Beginner – Intermediate
- Class Fee: $40
- Supplies: Handouts included.
- Time: Saturday, March 14th 9:00am–12:00pm
- Location: MaryJanesFarm, 1000 Wild Iris Lane, Moscow ID
April 2009
Memory Mini-Quilts
Made entirely from second use fabrics, MaryJane will show you how to make an “eco” quilt that is the ultimate in recycling, using a variety of embellishments, baubles, and buttons to make it uniquely yours. Discover new ways to showcase your memories.
Instructors: Rebekka Boysen, René Groom
- Skill level: Beginner
- Class Fee: $20
- Supplies: Kit fee $5 (includes background piece of fabric for making a mini-wall quilt, an assortment of vintage doilies and laces, etc.). Bring old photos, doilies, pieces of old quilts, lace, hankies, table linens, buttons, etc.
- Time: Saturday, April 18th 10:00am–12:30pm
- Location: MaryJanesFarm Store, Plaza Shops, 210 E. Sherman, Coeur d’Alene, ID
Crafts to Make and Sell
Fun class topics will include: Doll Making, Rag Rugs, Twig Art, Rustic Trellises, Wreaths, Memory Quilts, Marketing, and More! Warning: Crafting can be habit-forming (but the recipients of your gifts will be very grateful for your addiction)!
Instructors: Katy King, René Groom
- Skill level: Beginner – Intermediate
- Class Fee: $40
- Supplies: Handouts included.
- Time: Saturday, April 25th 9:00am–12:00pm
- Location: MaryJanesFarm, 1000 Wild Iris Lane, Moscow ID
May 2009
Bed Bugs to Rag Rugs
Old cotton bed sheets are transformed into one-step crocheted rag rugs that work up quickly and effortlessly — bright and cheery but sturdy and durable and easy to wash.
Instructors: Rebekka Boysen, René Groom
- Skill level: Beginner
- Class Fee: $20
- Supplies: Kit fee $5 (includes crochet hook and take-home crochet instructions). Bring at least three full cotton bed sheets (top or bottom) — can be new but slightly worn works best. Any other large scraps of fabrics are also welcome.
- Time: Saturday, May 9th 10:00am–12:30pm
- Location: MaryJanesFarm Store, Plaza Shops, 210 E. Sherman, Coeur d’Alene, ID
Preserving the Harvest
Canning, Freezing, Dehydrating — learn the pluses and minuses of each process now, so you’re ready for all the ripe fruits and veggies later in the summer! Learn which produce items do what in each process, how long things last (and how you know if they’re safe!), and how the flavor and texture changes with each method. This will be a hands-on class to help you get a feel for how you can preserve all your future harvests!
Instructor: TBD
- Skill level: Beginner
- Class Fee: $40
- Supplies: Handouts included.
- Time: Saturday, May 16th 9:00am–12:00pm
- Location: MaryJanesFarm, 1000 Wild Iris Lane, Moscow ID
June 2009
Laid-Back Appliqué
Laid-back appliqué is a method for securing pieces of fabric and oddments to a background fabric using simple decorative stitches for creating everything from chiffon scarves to lampshades. Learn how to use these decorative hand stitches to add details to your next project.
Instructors: Rebekka Boysen, René Groom
- Skill level: Beginner
- Class Fee: $20
- Supplies: Kit fee $25 (includes all materials for creating the lampshade on display in store).
- Time: Thursday, June 4th 7:00pm–9:00pm
- Location: MaryJanesFarm Store, Plaza Shops, 210 E. Sherman, Coeur d’Alene, ID
Bird Watching Workshop
For those of you who have been dying to make your way out to the farm, this may be just the thing! Ashley Martens is planning a truly multi-sensory event. With our eyes, we will learn to classify and identify birds and their habitats. With our ears, we will learn to connect the sounds of birds with their identities and habits. With our hands, we will examine museum specimens of various local birds to learn about form and pattern.
For those interested in signing up for this, please email Brian at iris@maryjanesfarm.org or give him a call at 888-750-6004. Be sure to register first, and soon! Class size is going to be limited so that Ashley can have plenty of time to answer individual questions.
For more details, follow Brian’s post on the Chatroom.
Instructor: Ashley Martens
- Skill level: Beginner
- Class Fee: $25
- Supplies: Pack your own binoculars, as well as clothing for any weather.
- Time: Saturday, June 20th 7:30am–10:30am
- Location: MaryJanesFarm, 1000 Wild Iris Lane, Moscow, ID
One Week Intensive
Back by popular demand: One Week Intensive! Classes will cover many of the above topics, as well as a few more taught by MaryJane, such as Wood Chopping 101, Women with Tools, and Organic Food on a Budget. In the food class, MaryJane will demonstrate some of her favorite creations, such as BakeOvers and ChillOver recipes.
Instructor: TBD
- Skill level: Beginner
- Class Fee: $3,240 includes room and board (travel not included)
- Time: Sunday–Sunday, June 21st–28th
- Location: MaryJanesFarm, 1000 Wild Iris Lane, Moscow ID
July 2009
No classes, just lots of farmgirl fun!
Farm Fair — Buggy, Barter, and Boogie!
Entertainment, socializing, sight-seeing, and farmgirl trading of all sorts (tips, stories, laughter, fun, ideas, and handmade items to buy)! Begins in Coeur d’Alene on Friday night, boogies on through select country towns (with all their planned events) on Saturday, with a fun time planned in Oakesdale at MaryJane’s historic flour mill, and ends on Sunday at the Coeur d’Alene beach ... but, oh, the fun times in between! You can count on lots of laughter, friendships, and wonderful memories, so definitely plan on being there!
- Time: July 3–5 (three-day traveling Farm Fair)
August 2009
Button Jewelry
Use vintage buttons to create simply fabulous accessories. You will learn to make chic drop earrings, rings, and necklaces with a modern twist. This is a beginner class that even experienced jewelry makers will enjoy.
Instructors: Rebekka Boysen-Taylor
- Skill level: Beginner
- Class Fee: $25 plus $15 for supplies
- Supplies: Handouts included
- Time: Saturday, August 29th 12:30pm–3:00pm
- Location: MaryJane’s Sweet Dreams Store, 425 S. Jackson St., Moscow, ID
September 2009
One Week Intensive
Back by popular demand: One Week Intensive! Classes will cover many of the above topics, as well as a few more taught by MaryJane, such as Wood Chopping 101, Women with Tools, and Organic Food on a Budget. In the food class, MaryJane will demonstrate some of her favorite creations, such as BakeOvers and ChillOver recipes.
Instructor: TBD
- Skill level: Beginner
- Class Fee: $3,240 includes room and board (travel not included)
- Time: Sunday–Sunday, September 6th–13th
- Location: MaryJanesFarm, 1000 Wild Iris Lane, Moscow ID
Freehand Embroidery
Learn to embroider farmgirl style — no patterns, no transfers, no fuss! Choose from several different farmgirl expressions and embroider one onto vintage feedsack material. Your project will be framed in its wooden embroidery hoop ready to hang on the wall of your stitching room, farm kitchen, or workshop — wherever you need a little inspiration. This is a beginner class and one that even children over age 7 will enjoy.
Instructors: Rebekka Boysen-Taylor
- Skill level: Beginner
- Class Fee: $20 plus $10 for supplies
- Supplies: Handouts included
- Time: Saturday, September 12th 12:30pm–3:00pm
- Location: MaryJane’s Sweet Dreams Store, 425 S. Jackson St., Moscow, ID
The Art of Creative Body Care
Learn to make sugar scrubs and homemade lip balm from all-natural, botanically-based ingredients.
Instructors: Kate Jaeckel
- Skill level: Beginner
- Class Fee: $20 plus $10 for supplies
- Supplies: Handouts included
- Time: Saturday, September 26th 1:00pm–3:30pm
- Location: Orchard Farm, 2351 Orchard Ave. (at dead-end), Moscow, ID
October 2009
Knit a T-Shirt Rug
Re-purpose your old t-shirts into plush rugs just in time for fall. It only takes seven large shirts to make one quick knitted rug, and you will love the results. This is a beginner class. Bring your own t-shirts.
Instructors: Diane Potter, Katy King
- Skill level: Beginner
- Class Fee: $20
- Supplies: Handouts included
- Time: Saturday, October 17th 12:30pm–3:00pm
- Location: MaryJane’s Sweet Dreams Store, 425 S. Jackson St., Moscow, ID
November 2009
Button Jewelry
Use vintage buttons to create simply fabulous accessories. You will learn to make chic drop earrings, rings, and necklaces with a modern twist. This is a beginner class that even experienced jewelry makers will enjoy.
Instructors: Rebekka Boysen-Taylor
- Skill level: Beginner
- Class Fee: $25 plus $15 for supplies
- Supplies: Handouts included
- Time: Saturday, November 7th 12:30pm–3:00pm
- Location: MaryJanesFarm Store, Plaza Shops, 210 E. Sherman, Coeur d’Alene, ID
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