Heritage Arts
Classes
HERITAGE ARTS DESCRIPTIONS
American Girl Historical Class I
Ages: 7-9 yrs.
Teacher: Haven Smith
We will study one Historical American Girl doll each month including: games, etiquette, arts and crafts of that dolls specific time period, along with how and what a school girl of that period studied. In addition, within this school year we will host a mother/daughter Victorian tea. It is not mandatory for participation in the class to own an American Girl Doll but students are encouraged to bring their favorite doll along with them each week. This class studies Kaya, Felicity, Josefina, Kirsten, Addy, Samantha, Kit, & Molly.
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American Girl Historical Class II
Ages: 8-11 yrs.
Teacher: Catrina Howell
This class will continue the study of the characters of the American Girl Doll books and what life was like for girls who lived in those time periods. With hands on activities, students will have the opportunity to meet Caroline (1812), Rebecca (1914), and Cecile & Marie-Grace (1953) by in-depth exploration into what shaped their worlds. Students will take a journey through time as they create an American Girls’ timeline, notebook, and time related crafts.
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American Boy
Ages: 8-11 yrs.
Teacher: Eli Pryor
The theme of this class is “The Spirit of Adventure,” and we will look for it in the ordinary and the extraordinary. Embracing adventure in what God has called you to is part of His invitation to know Him. The goal is to encourage young men to begin to think about their God-given adventure in the world!
Photography
Ages - 12+ yrs.
Teacher: Jessica Campanelli
This class focusses on basic photography techniques including how to use a camera, lighting, and composition. This class takes an artistic approach to photography in that students will gain an understanding of the elements and principles of art and design and apply them to each project. This is a project based class so techniques students learn will be specific to the type of photography we are doing such as Portrait, Landscape, Photo Journalism, Action and Abstract Photography. As a final project students will put together a digital and physical portfolio of what they have learned during their time in class.
**MATERIALS: A digital camera with a manual setting, laptop or tablet for editing, SD card.
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Quilting
Ages - 11+ yrs.
Teacher: Amy Farmer
Join us as we learn about Quilting in America! We will explore the history of quilts in America, and look at traditional quilt blocks. Students will learn different piecing techniques, and will also learn how to press and prepare fabric for piecing and quilting, using a rotary cutter. This will be done through fun small projects throughout the year. During the second semester we will join in together to work on a bigger project.
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Sewing & Fiber Arts (Beginning)
Ages: 8 + yrs.
Teacher: Jessica Campanelli (Cookeville)
Amy Farmer (Sparta)
​In this class we will spend half of the year learning sewing and the other half learning about Fiber Art Techniques. Students will learn basic to advanced sewing skills (hand and machine sewing). They will spend time learning the terminology and technical aspects of using a sewing machine and begin to create finished projects such as bags, scarves, clothing, and pillows. We will also touch on the history of the craft. The goal is to learn how to design and make our own fabric that can then be used to create such items as accessories, decor, or clothing! **Class limit: 6*
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Sewing & Fiber Arts (Advanced)
Ages: 11 + yrs.
Teacher: Jessica Campanelli
​Students who have previous experience will continue building their skill set **Class limit: 6*
View the 2025-26 Class Schedule for days and times each class meets.