Crafts & Hobbies Lessons in Montclair, NJ. It's your time.

I love to play chess and to teach beginners of all ages This game exercises the analytical and spatial awareness parts of your brain in ways that will strengthen your overall brain function.

I have been crocheting for 10years. I usually teach beginners.

Become the weaver you always wanted to be! Whether you have a specific project in mind, or just have always wanted to learn weaving, I will help you develop your technical skills and find your voice as a weaver! In our lessons, you will learn different styles, techniques, and materials, while exploring composition, concept, and mood through creative assignments. You don’t need fancy equipment or materials to make great weavings—I can teach you at home, diy styles of weaving that you can do anywhere and even on a budget. I also have experience with loom weaving and large-scale projects. You will gain confidence through practice and experimentation as you work towards developing your own style as a weaver! And most importantly, you’ll have fun! I can’t wait to work with you!

Who doesn't want to learn how to make their own jewelry design with beads? I'm one of those who created an entire studio of beads supplies, learned everything that I know, and continue to experience with new opportunities. I make my own earrings and bracelets which are my first attempts that brought me to where I am. Now my portfolio extended to identifiers for wine glasses, necklaces, home decorations, shiny and colorful chains for prescription glasses.

My last creations just in time for Halloween are spiders which are very easy to make. The advantage is that any color and size of beads can make a creature of your imagination.

Tools required are minimal and the list for a certain project will be sent ahead of the class so you can work hands on along with me.

Note: a magnifying light is always a great asset to avoid straining the eyes and seeing close-up details.

Whether you are looking to learn a new system, gain master points, or master the basics of this most wonderful game, I am here to accelerate your growth.

My primary system is 2/1, but I also play precision and standard american. I also know pretty much every convention out there if you want to pick up some new gadgets.

I'm a passionate chess player with an extensive knowledge of chess theory who specializes in teaching beginner/intermediate (up to ~1600 USCF) players of all ages. Lessons will be personalized to focus on student's weaknesses and areas of needed improvement, as well as generalized chess instruction. Chess is a great platform to improve critical thinking skills and one's ability to focus, as well as a great way to have fun. My lessons will help you or your children gain an understanding of the art of chess and improve your confidence and ability to play the game.