FREE mini-class: Wire your bonsai like a pro!

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Learn Bonsai wiring essentials! Artfully Train Your Bonsai Learn how to shape your bonsai into a stunning masterpiece! Join me, internationally renowned bonsai artist and author Colin Lewis, for my FREE, online Craftsy mini-class, Bonsai Wiring Essentials, and get the skills you need to wire better, faster and more accurately for professional-quality bonsai. During class, you'll become familiar with the variety of bonsai wires available, and discover the benefits of using annealed wire on your trees. Then, learn how to make heat-annealed copper wire at home, determine the correct wire gauge for each branch and prepare your tree for shaping as you learn tips for pruning dead foliage and stubs. Moving on, take your bonsai to the next level with my professional wiring tricks! Confidently use the slingshot principle, and watch as I demonstrate how to wire a variety of branch sizes with ease. Finally, save time, prevent broken branches and more, when you learn how to analyze and correct common wiring mistakes. By the end of this class, you'll have the knowledge you need to create beautiful bonsai masterpieces. I have been teaching the art of bonsai for over 25 years. Today, I own and teach at the Ho Yoku School of Bonsai in southern Maine. Also, I was the founder of Bonsai Magazine, and have written several bonsai books including The Bonsai Survival Manual, The Step-by-Step Guide to Growing Bonsai and The Art of Bonsai Design. Sign up for Bonsai Wiring Essentials for FREE now, and learn how to shape strong and beautiful bonsai — without getting your wires crossed! Colin Lewis | Craftsy Instructor Sign Up FREE Now » What Craftsy members are saying: "How much fun was this! I took my first Craftsy class and I can't wait to continue. The course was very well organized and the instructions and visuals (both electronic and printed) were effective and easy to follow." – Craftsy member Sarahsock What makes online Craftsy classes great? • Learn for life! With lifetime access to your classes, you can watch lessons at your preferred pace and easily revisit your favorite concepts with just a click. • Kick up your feet! Enjoy classes anytime from the convenience of your home or even on-the-go with our mobile apps. • Get personalized guidance! Ask your fellow students questions to receive all the answers and feedback you need to succeed. Craftsy, 999 18th Street, Suite 240, Denver, CO 80202 Copyright © 2014 Craftsy All rights reserved. The Taunton Press, 63 South Main Street, Newtown, CT 06470 Shop Fine Gardening | Customer Service | Privacy Policy | SEND TO A FRIEND You received this message because you are a Taunton customer or have registered at Taunton.com. This email was sent to you by The Taunton Press. Click here to update your email preferences.