A&S Overview

You will find there is lots to do for A&S or Color. There are 24 different classes, 3 bardics, and 2 A&S competitions. In addition to the packed schedule, we will have a shaded "Crafty Chats" area where you can bring a project from home, work on the Wild Woman A&S Siege, or finish your class project.

Please sign up for classes here so we can purchase the correct supplies. We will also offer an Encore Class on Saturday for the most popular class. Sign ups will end on July 8, 2017. Anyone not signed up may participate on a first come first serve basis or observe and ask questions.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Melody Songtailor for further information.

Wednesday, July 19, 2017

Craft Supply Drop Off

Time: 4:00 - 6:00 pm

Location: Craft Room

Organizer: Melody Songtailor

(Supper Break)

Volunteering to Help with A&S Siege

Time: 7:00 - 10:00 pm

Location: Craft Room

Organizer: Melody Songtailor

Thursday, July 20, 2017

(Breakfast Break)

Knitting Basics

Time: 8:30 - 9:30 am

Location: Craft Room

Teacher: Pucina Moon

Crocheting Basics

Time: 9:30 - 10:30 am

Location: Craft Room

Teacher: Pucina Moon

Wild Woman A&S Siege Opens

Time: 10:00 am

Location: Wild Woman Booth in Vendor's Row

Organizer: Wild Woman

Fantasy Makeup

Time: 10:30 - 11:30 am

Location: Craft Room

Teacher: Illeria

Feast Planning

Time: 11:30 am - 12:00 pm

Location: Craft Room

Teacher: Viadra Moonblade

(Lunch Break)

Basic Belly Dance

Time: 1:00 - 2:00 pm

Location: Basketball Court

Teacher: Wild Woman

Singing & Instrumental Performance

Time: 2:00 - 3:00 pm

Location: Fire Circle

Teachers: Jocelyn Achard & Melody Songtailor

Developing Your Persona

Time: 3:00 - 4:00 pm

Location: Fire Circle

Teacher: Hodr Rimefrost

Better Garb Through Accessorizing

Time: 4:00 - 5:00 pm

Location: Fire Circle

Teacher: Sid Nanuwhogod

Wire Wrapping for Jewelry

Time: 5:00 - 6:00 pm

Location: Craft Room

Teacher: Herb Dandilion

(Supper Break)

Paint & Sip: Zentangles and Watercolors

Time: 7:00 - 8:30 pm

Location: Craft Room

Teacher: Melody Songtailor

Bardic

Time: 8:30 pm

Location: Fire Circle

Pyro: TBA

Friday, July 21, 2017

(Breakfast Break)

Machine Sewing Tips and Tricks

Time: 8:30 - 9:30 am

Location: Craft Room

Teacher: Pucina Moon

Beginning Hand Embroidery

Time: 9:30 - 10:30 am

Location: Craft Room

Teacher: Pucina Moon

Belly Dance for Children (5-12 years old)

Time: 10:00 - 11:00 am

Location: Basketball Court

Teacher: Wild Woman

Hand Sewing

Time: 10:30 am - 12:00 pm

Location: Craft Room

Teacher: Jocelyn Achard

(Lunch Break)

Henna

Time: 1:00-3:00 pm

Location: Craft Room

Teacher: Jocelyn Achard, Squire Cuntessa UpMihr D. Beanslaw- & Herb Dandilion

Writing: The Hero's Journey

Time: 3:00-4:00 pm

Location: Craft Room

Teacher: Illeria

Shrinky Dink

Time: 4:00-5:00 pm

Location: Craft Room

Teacher: Lady T

Bible Study

Time: 5:00-6:00 pm

Location: Craft Room

Teacher: Emerald and Sir Smiley

(Supper Break)

Paint & Sip: Mandala Dot Stone

Time: 7:00 - 8:30 pm

Location: Craft Room

Teacher: Melody Songtailor

Bardic

Time: 8:30 pm

Location: Fire Circle

Pyro: TBA

Saturday, July 22, 2017

(Breakfast Break)

A&S Competition Drop Off

Time: 8:30 - 9:00 am

Location: Nursery

Teacher: Jocelyn Achard

Soap Carving

Time: 9:00 - 10:00 am

Location: Craft Room

Teacher: Lady T

Campfire Dancing

Time: 10:00-11:00 am

Location: Fire Circle

Teacher: Wild Woman

Dragon Egg

Time: 11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Location: Craft Room

Teacher: Herb Dandilion

A&S Competition Judging Q&A / Pick Up

Time: 11:30 am - 12:00 pm

Location: Nursery

Teacher: Jocelyn Achard

Wild Woman A&S Siege Closes

Time: 12:00 pm

Location: Wild Woman Booth in Vendor's Row

Organizer: Wild Woman

(Lunch Break)

Encore Class Wire Wrapping for Jewelry

Time: 1:00-2:00 pm

Location: Craft Room

Teacher: TBA

Drop Spinning

Time: 2:00-3:00 pm

Location: Craft Room

Teacher: Lady T

Encore Class Henna

Time: 3:00-4:00 pm

Location: Craft Room

Teacher: TBA

Needle Felting

Time: 4:00-6:00 pm

Location: Craft Room

Teacher: Lady T

(Supper Break)

(Court)

Paint & Sip: WineGlasses

Time: 8:00- 10:00

Location: Craft Room

Teacher: Melody Songtailor

Bardic

Time: 8:30 pm

Location: Fire Circle

Pyro: TBA

Blue- Craft Room (80% of classes are here)

Yellow - Crafty Chat Area (outside, under a 10 x 20 pop up tent, right next to the craft room, but you have to go through the craft room to get there)

Red- Fire Circle (performance classes mostly)

Purple- Basketball Court (Belly Dancing classes)

Orange- Nursery (A&S Competition and kid's activities)

Meet the Teachers

Emerald has been in Amtgard since she was 16 years old, She is a member of the fighting company Nizari, and woman-at-arms to Sir Kamal.

Herb Dandilion has been playing Amtgard for a little over two years. In that time, she has done a ton of beautiful appliqued garb. She was already a cosplayer when she joined, so she brings many skills to the table.

Hodr Rimefrost is the 2017 Flurb of the Year. He comes from a rather hot place and enjoys making wagers. Hit him up if you have the chance!

Lady T hails from Mistyvale, in the Kingdom of Westmarch! She loves learning new crafts and sharing what she learned with others.

Illeria actively participates in Amtgard, loves to play table-top RPG's, and dabbles in all forms of artwork. Her writing started with poetry, leading to her first publication at the age of twelve. She has three short stories published through Colorado Springs Fiction Writers Group- A Page Lost in An Uncommon Collection, The Power of the Word in Remnants and Resolutions: Tales of Survival, and Trials of the Moon in Colorado State of Mind. Her first full length novel, Hoofbeats, was released in February 2016.

Jocelyn Achard is primarily a garber who dabbles in performance and other creative mediums. Her favorite thing to make is court garb, and admits she goes overboard with the handwork sometimes. You can always find her at the bardics in the evening, and usually sewing something the rest of the time. She has been playing Amtgard for 6 years, and also dabbles in the SCA. She is the Clan 2017 A&S Competition Crat.

Melody Songtailor is an avid crafter and has played Amtgard a little over three years. She also holds a Master's of Music in Conducting and Composition. She is the Clan 2017 A&S Crat. and will likely be running all over the place during the event.

Pucina Moon is a peasant of fine birth from Obsidian Gate, Kingdom of Dragonspine. She has been in Amtgard for 2 years and sewing and crafting for 2 score and 15 years. She is constantly trying to learn new arts and sciences.

Sid Nanuwhogod comes from the parched deserts of Arizona. There she is known for her fighting and her A&S. Though she is an excellent seamstres, she is also great at converting thriftstore finds into amtguard treasures.

Squire Cuntessa UpMihr D. Beanslaw has been playing Amtgard for 18 years, and is currently recovering from an injury.

Viadra Moonblade comes from Darkmoon in the Empire of the Iron Mountains and has been in Amtgard for over six years. She has done many local and kingdom feasts including the Rakis feast. She enjoys cooking for the populace and helping out Amtgard wherever needed. If you have any questions please feel free to contact her either on Facebook or email at Amatz80909@msn.com.

Wild Woman (Sarah Spirit) has been teaching and performing belly dance for almost 30 years. She has studied with Delilah of Seattle, Mesmera of Los Angeles, Eva Chernik of Denver and Katia of Albuquerque. Sarah has taught and performed in Nevada, Colorado Springs, and Silver City and Las Cruces, NM. For ten years she taught and directed her troupe 'The Eternal Dancers' in New Mexico. Sarah is semi-retired now and lives in the White Mountains of Arizona. She teaches at both Amtgard and SCA and is available for workshops and retreats.

“I love dancing on a stage but dancing on the earth in the wind is the best.”

A&S Competition

Day: Saturday, July 22,2017
Drop Off Time: 8:30 - 9:00 am
Judging Q&A / Pick Up Time: 11:30 am - 12:00 pm
Location: Nursery
Organizer: Jocelyn Achard

Clan Arts and Sciences Competition 2017 

In the spirit of generosity and service, this year’s theme is ‘Selflessness’. All entries must be either gifts, service entries (e.g. loaner weapons for your kingdom, a PM kit for your local park), or anything that adds to or betters Amtgard. Made a knighting gift for a friend? Enter it! Wrote a song about how drunk you got at the last Clan? Enter it! Wrote a story or made fancy weapons to help your kingdom’s reign theme? Enter them! And please, tell us how your entry fits this year’s theme!

Wild Woman A&S Siege

Arts & Science Siege — Rules

Each participant will get a bag of craft items. Each bag will have the same basic items but colors may vary. You may use any or all of the items in your bag to make one project. You may NOT add any items that are not in your bag. You MAY attach your supplies together using GLUE, THREAD, or WIRE (some will be provided). You may alter the items in your bag (carve, break, cut, etc) and sew, tie, glue, etc. them together.

The competition is to see how creative different people can be with the same supplies. Participants may work alone or in small groups; but only one bag of craft items and one prize for the group. You may work at your camp, the Crafting Camp, or Wild Woman will have tables set up at her camp where you can work with glue, sewing and cutting supplies.

If you participate you are HONOR-BOUND to create a project according to the rules above. You get to keep your project. You may pick it up after court on Saturday. There are four categories and some prizes will be awarded. Child (up to 12 years), Teen (13 to 20 years), Young adult (21 to 35), Experienced Adult (35 and up). One grand prize will be awarded. Projects are judged by a score sheet, not against each other. In the event of a tie, straws will be drawn.

Your bag of supplies may be picked up at Wild Woman's camp beginning Thursday morning. The finished project must be turned in at WW's camp no later than 12:00 noon on Saturday. Please return unused craft items so they can be used next year. There are only thirty bags. If you decide not to make a project please return the bag as soon as possible so that another person can use it.

Good luck and happy crafting,

Wild Woman

Need a Cleaner Craft Room?

Day: Wednesday, July 19, 2017

Time: 4:00 - 6:00 pm

Location: Craft Room

Organizer: Melody Songtailor

Donate items you don't need anymore, and they will be divided into grab bags for the A&S Siege. Please make sure you bring enough of the same thing so that each of the 30 bags can have a little of the item.

Here are some ideas of things that have been used before. Don't be afraid to get creative and put in something really weird. Recycled household items that are clean are also a great choice.

Cloth
Ribbon
Beads
Cardboard
Wine Corks
Styrofoam Balls
Doll Hair
Pipe Cleaners
Shelf Liners

Volunteer Oportunity

Day: Wednesday, July 19, 2017

Time: 7:00 - 10:00 pm

Location: Craft Room

Organizer: Melody Songtailor

Help organize the craft donations and spread them out between the bags for the A&S Siege. As an extra bonus, you will be able to pick a bag to take with you for a 12 hour advantage, and a better chance of a color you like.

Knitting Basics

Day: Thursday, July 20, 2017

Time: 8:30 - 9:30 am

Location: Craft Room

Teacher: Pucina Moon

This class will teach the basics of knitting from casting on to knitting and purling and how to read a pattern. If you are an intermediate knitter, feel free to bring questions about cables and other more challenging techniques. Materials and tools will be provided, but it is highly recommended that you bring your own needles so that you can take your project with you and continue to work on it.

Crochet Basics

Day: Thursday, July 20, 2017

Time: 9:30 - 10:30 am

Location: Craft Room

Teacher: Pucina Moon

This class will teach the basics of crocheting and how to read a pattern. If you are an intermediate crocheter, feel free to bring questions about more challenging techniques. Materials and tools will be provided, but it is highly recommended that you bring your own hook so that you can take your project with you and continue to work on it.

Fantasy Makeup

Day: Thursday, July 20, 2017

Time: 10:30 - 11:30 am

Location: Craft Room

Teacher: Illeria

Learn how to make yourself stand out with fantasy makeup techniques. Whether it is war paint or an intricate artwork on an eye-lid, these techniques will help you to create body art. Tools will be provided and some makeup, though it is recommended that you bring your own for sanitary reasons.

Feast Planning

Day: Thursday, July 20, 2017

Time: 11:30 am - 12:00 pm

Location: Craft Room

Teacher: Viadra Moonblade

Learn how to plan feasts for local and kingdom events. This class will discuss everything from from start to finish, such as budget, picking recipes, prep and the execution. 

Basic Belly Dance

Day: Thursday, July 20, 2017

Time: 1:00 - 2:00 pm

Location: Basketball Court

Teacher: Wild Woman

This class is for teens and adults of all genders. Students will learn posture; basic fast and slow hip moves and walking with them; and slow torso and arm moves. Moves will be combined into a simple dance. No experience is required.

Singing & Instrumental Performance

Day: Thursday, July 20, 2017

Time: 2:00 - 3:00 pm

Location: Fire Circle

Teacher: Jocelyn Achard & Melody Songtailor

This is not a typical class. We would like to ask YOU to perform for us, so bring a prepared piece and be ready to sing or play! After each performance, the teachers will provide feedback and an opportunity to put the new techniques into action. We may also have the group as a whole try the techniques, and lead a discussion on music related tips and tricks. This type of class is typically called a "Master Class", if you would like to look up more information on the format.

Developing Your Persona

Day: Thursday, July 20, 2017

Time: 3:00 - 4:00 pm

Location: Fire Circle

Teacher: Hodr Rimefrost

This class is intended to help players, new or old, to develop the in-character side of their persona, and then display that persona effectively on the battlefield. The three phases cover concept (foundation, persona sheet;) crafting (how to express persona visually, craft plan;) and combat (techniques for infusing roleplay into the fast-paced environment of a battlegame.) No experience in rp is necessary.

Better Garb Through Accessorizing

Day: Thursday, July 20, 2017

Time: 4:00 - 5:00 pm

Location: Fire Circle

Teacher: Sid Nanuwhogod

These tips and tricks will help you create a layered look that accentuates your persona. This includes shopping tips and crafting tips.

Wire Wrapping for Jewelry

Day: Thursday, July 20, 2017

Time: 5:00 - 6:00 pm

Location: Craft Room

Teacher: Herb Dandilion

Learn how to use jewelry making tools to create different types of wire jewelry. The materials and a limited number of tools will be provided. It is highly suggested that you bring your own set of jewelry pliers.

Paint & Sip: Zentangles and Watercolors

Day: Thursday, July 20, 2017

Time: 7:00 - 8:30 pm

Location: Craft Room

Teacher: Melody Songtailor

Learn the Zentangle technique of black ink design. Then add color with watercolors over the top. This class is low key, and you are welcome to bring a beverage of your choice. This class is also a great primer for the Henna class, as the drawing styles can be rather similar. The supplies and tools will be provided.

Machine Sewing Tips and Tricks

Day: Friday July 21, 2017

Time: 8:30 - 9:30 am

Location: Craft Room

Teacher: Pucina Moon

Learn how to improve your seam finishes and other frustrations. Bring your questions about your stumbling blocks. **Update: Due to the high number of students, this class will be primarily lecture.

Beginning Hand Embroidery

Day: Friday July 21, 2017

Time: 9:30 - 10:30 am

Location: Craft Room

Teacher: Pucina Moon

Learn how to hand embroider ten different stitches. Also learn the basics of picking thread, cloth and transferring the design. All materials provided. 

Belly Dance for Children (5-12 years old)

Day: Friday, July 21, 2017
Time: 10:00 - 11:00 am
Location: Basketball Court
Teacher: Wild Woman

This course is for kids between the ages of 5-12 of any gender and their guardians. The students will learn the basic moves for hips and arms and how to dance free style. No experience is needed.

Hand Sewing

Day: Friday July 21, 2017

Time: 10:30 am - 12:00 pm

Location: Craft Room

Teacher: Jocelyn Achard



10:30 - 11:00 Getting started with hand sewing: Learn how to thread a needle, knot tread, and do a few basic stitches. Perfect for absolute beginners who would like to get started!


11:00 - 11:30 Advanced hand sewing: How to take your hand sewing skills to the next level. Learn some of the best less-known stitches to have in your arsenal, applicable to a wide range of uses.


11:30 - 12:00 Bring a project you want help on: This is time to either keep working on the stitches you've learned or to bring a sewing project you could use some help and advice on.


Fabric scraps, thread and needles will be provided.Please feel free to reach out to me on Facebook is you have any questions about the class!

Henna

Day: Friday, July 21,2017
Time: 1:00-3:00 pm
Location: Craft Room
Teachers: Jocelyn Achard, Squire Cuntessa UpMihr D. Beanslaw- & Herb Dandilion

This class will cover the basics of applying henna, while offering a lecture on the proper way to mix, store, and create your own henna cones for use. It will focus on contemporary and traditional inspired designs. Join us as we draw with mud and delight in the beautiful, ethereal stain it leaves. All materials will be provided. Please note that the results may last beyond the weekend.

Writing: The Hero's Journey

Day: Friday, July 21,2017
Time: 3:00-4:00 pm
Location: Craft Room
Teacher: Illeria

From Harry Potter to Star Wars, the hero's journey is a great structure that many epic stories follow. Learn how to create a story arch that works well for a persona back story, a battle game or reign theme, or to use to write a short story or novel. There will be a hand out and writing materials provided, but you are welcome to being along a laptop or tablet to take notes.

Shrinky Dink

Day: Friday, July 21,2017
Time: 4:00-5:00 pm
Location: Craft Room
Teacher: Lady T

This craft is perfect for making personalized jewelry, key chains, and other Amtgard accessories. It is fast and easy, and sure to be fun! All supplies will be provided.

Bible Study

Day: Friday, July 21,2017
Time: 5:00-6:00 pm
Location: Craft Room
Leader: Emerald & Sir Smiley

The goal of the bible study is to have fellowship with those involved. It is also the purpose of the study to allow an open environment where questions can be asked and encouragement of a deeper study of scripture.

Paint & Sip: Mandala Dot Stone

Day: Friday, July 21, 2017
Time: 7:00 - 8:30 pm
Location: Craft Room
Teacher: Melody Songtailor

Learn how to paint using the dot method. This decorative technique is great for decorating just about everything, and you are welcome to bring your favorite beverage in this casual class. All tools and supplies are provided.

Soap Carving

Day: Saturday, July 22, 2017
Time: 9:00 - 10:00 am
Location: Craft Room
Teacher: Lady T

This craft is a great alternative to carving ivory. Learn how to use a paring knife to carve a three dimensional figure out of soap. Also learn safety when handling carving tools. All tools and supplies will be provided.

Campfire Dancing

Day: Saturday, July 22, 2017

Time: 10:00-11:00 am

Location: Fire Circle

Teacher: Wild Woman

This class is for teens and adults of any gender. Use the basic steps in combination as you move around the campfire while having fun. Learn safety and how to dance free style to live music. This is an intermediate level class, so please attend the Basic Belly Dance class or have some belly dancing experience.

Dragon Eggs

Day: Saturday, July 22, 2017
Time: 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location: Craft Room
Teacher: Herb Dandilion

Learn this easy craft using thumb tacks, nail polish and Styrofoam. All the supplies will be provided.

Drop Spinning

Day: Saturday, July 22, 2017
Time: 2:00-3:00 pm
Location: Craft Room
Teacher: Lady T

This is a centuries old technique for making yarn and thread. You will be able to get some practice and take the yarn you make. All supplies and tools provided.

Needle Felting

Day: Saturday, July 22, 2017
Time: 4:00-6:00 pm
Location: Craft Room
Teacher: Lady T

Learn how to do three dimensional figures in felt using a felting needle and wool roving. Though fairly easy to learn, this craft has endless possibilities for doing intricate sculpture or fun little fuzzy creatures. All tools and supplies are provided.

Paint and Sip: Wine Glasses

Day: Saturday, July 22, 2017
Time: 8:00- 10:00
Location: Craft Room
Teacher: Melody Songtailor

Use specialty glass paints to paint a wine glass as you like. This is a low- stress class, and you are welcome to bring a beverage of your own choice. All materials will be provided.