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Minimum 4 students per class. Classes break for lunch from 12:00-1:00pm. Please bring your lunch and arrive by 9:45 to sign-in so class can begin on time. All classes are taught at the Jill of All Trades classroom in San Francisco.
Class Descriptions
Painting: How to Paint Interior/Exterior
Sept 6, 2008
10:00AM - 4:30PM
$125.00
Ever wonder how you manage to get more paint on you than the walls? Or, why the paint on the wall looks awful? In this workshop you'll learn the importance of using good quality tools and materials, including selecting the proper roller, brush and correct type and finish of paint to complete the work. You'll learn how to calculate how much paint you need so it doesn't go to the dump. You'll learn the skills necessary to complete your project and the right methods for caulking, patching, sealing, and priming. You may bring your painting tools for evaluation.
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To sign up for our classes email us or call 415.861.5764.
Instructor
Danielle Hupp, founder of Jill of all Trades, will teach this class.
All classes are taught at the Jill of All Trades classroom in San Francisco.
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Basic Electrical 2-day Workshop: Introduction to Your Power
Sept 20-21, 2008
9:30AM - 4:30PM
$250.00
We will cover the basics of your electrical system beginning, with where the power comes in from PG&E into your meter and circuit breaker panel. We will talk about circuit breakers and fuses and how to determine how much power you have in your house. We will discuss general and specialty lighting, plugs, GFCI plugs (Uses and how to install and troubleshoot), three-way switches (how to install and troubleshoot), some code requirements, smoke detectors, outdoor and garden lighting, basics on remodel work, among many other things. Wiring displays will be viewed and discussed. All attending will have a chance to do some hands-on work. This is your class and we welcome questions.
The Instructor will have professional hand tools for purchase at cost. If you have a tool belt
and/or some hand tools please bring them. Cheri recommends that you not purchase any
new tools until she has had a chance to talk with you. This is
a hands-on class and you will be required to have certain
tools. Details available once you register. Please bring
a cordless drill if you have one.
Click here for testimonials.To sign up for our classes email us or call 415.861.5764.
About the instructor
Cheri Cochran is a licensed Electrical Contractor living in San Francisco. She teaches a 2 day Electrical Wiring workshop at a school in Berkeley.
All classes are taught at the Jill of All Trades classroom in San Francisco.
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Basic Plumbing for Women
Sept 13, 2008
10:00AM - 4:30PM
$125.00
This is a hands-on class in how and what to repair in your home. Learn where to find the shutoffs, how to repair the toilet tank, how to relight the water heater, and how to repair most common types of faucets. You'll also learn when to call in the professional. Included will be a discussion and demonstration of the tools needed and lots of opportunities to practice the skills. A handout will be provided and all tools and materials will be on hand. Students are encouraged to bring their own tools and any safety equipment they may already have at home.
Fix those annoying plumbing problems with the proper tools and professional techniques that our plumbing class walks you through step by step! Resolve to stop paying expensive plumbing bills that could be fixed in less than a few hours! This plumbing class is for those that have the desire to fix it right and save money. No prior plumbing experience is needed and all questions are answered to meet your unique needs. Hands on instruction and a skilled instructor guide you through faucets, toilets and more! So stop wasting your time, money and water in 2008 and resolve to master a new set of skills after just one day! The cost of class is less than the cost of having a plumber replace 1 faucet in your home! Don't delay, this class will fill up fast!
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To sign up for our classes email us or call 415.861.5764.
About the instructors
Naomi Friedman is a licensed Plumbing Contractor living in Berkeley. She has taught basic plumbing since 1983 at various schools in the east bay. Currently she teaches a Building Maintenance course through the Richmond Adult School.
Pam LoPinto is a licensed General Contractor located in San Francisco. Pam has provided contracting services to home owners since 2001.
All classes are taught at the Jill of All Trades classroom in San Francisco.
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Basic Carpentry Workshop
Sept 27, 2008
10:00AM - 4:30PM
$125.00
This workshop is for women with little or no carpentry experience. This hands-on class will introduce you to basic carpenter skills and tools. You'll learn how to measure and calculate the amount of wood and other materials that you need to make a small planter box. This project will be completed without the use of power tools. If you have a tool belt and some tools, please bring them with you. Bring a battery (cordless) drill if you have one, it's the only power tool that you can use. Please note that this is basic carpentry workshop. You will be sent a list of tools and materials that you'll need to bring to class. Some materials will be provided.
Click here for testimonials.
To sign up for our classes email us or call 415.861.5764.
Instructor
Danielle Hupp, founder of Jill of all Trades, will teach this class.
All classes are taught at the Jill of All Trades classroom in San Francisco.
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To sign up for our classes email us or call 415.861.5764.