CURRENT CLASS OFFERINGS
The Guild now has an updated refund policy for class fees. There will be no refunds offered for students who cancel or do not attend a class. Refunds will be offered if the Guild or instructor cancels the class. Offering the class to another member is allowed.
For detailed information on registering for a class, teaching a class, or obtaining a refund, please download the following document.
Navajo Weaving Class
Instructor Carmelita Litson, Lupita Litson McClanahan,
Clan Family Members
January 24, 10am - 4pm
January 25, 10am - 4pm
at the BFAG Studio
$100
This class, taught by Carmelita Litson and her family, is paired with her talk of "Living in Beauty in These Challenging Times" on January 27, 5:30 pm, at the Copper Queen Library. Weaving will be taught in the BFAG Studio. A 16" x 18" vertical loom will be used for this class, with the actual finished weaving being 12" x 14". For those that are comfortable with Navajo warping, bring your pre-warped loom read to weave (any size). This class is for the beginner to the experienced. You may bring your own designs if you wish. Tools to bring: scissors, beater-comb/fork, 14" - 18" or longer batten. Bring your lunch and snacks. There will be 2 sessions in the BFAG Guild Studio.
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Make a Beaded Branch Bracelet
Instructor Darquise Decoz
Jan 28, 2026
10 am - 2 pm
at the BFAG Studio
$55
Instructor is Darquise Decoz. In this class, students will learn some basic beadwork techniques to create a bracelet that has lots of movement. A base bracelet will be formed, and movement will be added by embellishing this base with mini-branch fringes. No prior knowledge of beadwork is required to enjoy making this little treasure. All materials will be provided without additional cost. Students should be comfortable working with small beads.
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Gourd Drum Making
Instructor Charlie Onehorse
February 13 - 14, 2026
11 am - 3 pm
at 72 Erie St in Lowell District, Bisbee
$100
Charlie Onehorse is the instructor. During the first day, students will clean the outside and scrape the inside of the gourd. They will then paint and decorate the outside of their gourd. They will then cut their rawhide for the drum hea as well as cut the lacing so it can soak overnight. Drum stick will also be made the first day. On day 2, students will stretch the rawhide over the gourd and lace it. Handles will also be added to gourd. Please bring a face mask for your use when scraping the gourd. Bag lunch and drink recommended. All materials are included.
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