PETERSHAM – Petersham Art Center is sponsoring several classes to brighten up spring and introduce summertime projects.

On Sat, April 19, from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., master textile artist Peggy Schneider will teach “Introduction to Embroidery.”Students will learn basic embroidery techniques so they can start creating their own needlework masterpieces. Beginners are welcome to learn a new skill.

Schneider will also teach a class on wool felting with fiber on Saturday, April 26, from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Each student will learn how to make a wool felted flower that can be used for fiber artworks, pins, or other fanciful embellishments. For this class, basic sewing skills are recommended.

“My love of textiles goes back as far as I can remember,” said Schneider. “I was taught to hand sew and embroider as a child by my mother. I have now been a textile artist for many years and am a member of the Celestial Stitchers Chapter of the Embroidery Guild of America.”

The two-part class, “Trees: Natural History & Sketching” taught by Joe Choiniere will be presented on Sunday, April 27, from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m., with the second part of the class on Saturday, May 3, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Choiniere, of Hubbardston, is a well-known naturalist, artist and teacher dedicated to explorations of nature and art. Participants will learn to identify trees, appreciate their mysteries and wonders, and practice sketching what they envision. Choiniere has led workshops, hikes and nature walks throughout the North Quabbin area.

On Saturday, May 17, from 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Sue Morello of Sheldon Farm Baskets in Barre will teach a basket-making class. Students will learn how to make a spacious market basket, which they can use for tabletop displays, or take with them for trips to the farmer’s market.

Morello has been creating baskets and teaching students the skills of basket weaving for decades. Her classes are appreciated for her knowledge, wise advice, and pure fun.

“Mixed Media Class for Kids”, for ages 8-12, with artist Katie Walsh, will take place on Saturday, June 28, times to be announced. Walsh is an art teacher in the Winchendon Public Schools and is dedicated to engaging children in artful activities that stimulate their imagination and creativity.

Call the Petersham Art Center at 978-724-3415 for more information and to register. Each class has a fee. Petersham Art Center is located just off Route 32 in Petersham, not far from the Petersham Town Common.

Call the Art Center for more information 978-724-3415. Classes are held at the Petersham Art Center, 8 North St., off Route 32 and a short distance from Petersham Common.