Although we do not carry open stock of beading supplies or rubberstamping supplies, we are available to schedule small (1 – 4 people) A-La-Carte classes preferably starting in the mornings on Tuesdays, Thursdays, or Saturdays before we open for business. Please contact us if you are interested.
We prepare our class and events by request. If there is something you would like to learn, please let us know and we will do our best to accommodate your request, either in the form of one of our previous sessions or through other arrangements. Scrolling back through the class schedule will show some of the classes we have done in the past. **At the moment, our calendar is not functioning in a way that we can add anything new. Please check the “News” page for any classes or events. Thank you for your patience. **
Crafting A-La-Carte is available Tuesdays and Thursdays during the day (mornings 9-11 & afternoons 1-3, we are flexible about those times). The time is available for class but nothing is scheduled until someone reserves the time. The first person to reserve the time chooses what the class will be. We need a minimum of 24 hours notice so we can prepare (some classes require 48 hours to prepare materials). Most classes are available (dependent upon materials availability).
One time of the year that it is difficult to schedule specific Saturday classes is football season. Pendleton is in such close proximity to Clemson that our traffic flow is greatly affected at certain times of the day on home game Saturdays. And our students, who many of which are also fans, are not always able to attend. We therefore schedule a variety of A-La-Carte and Open Studio times instead for those who wish to work around football.
Metal Critter Earrings – Cindy Earl Higgins – $20.00 – 3 hours
Create these fun and funky earrings (or your own creation) with lots of personality and movement as well. We will use the jewelers saw and some texturing and coloring techniques as well as a little bit of wire work.
The Altered Canvas Project, 3 hours, $30.00, Terri Earl Brooks
May 2015 – The Seaside
The Altered Canvas Project is Terri’s version of a painting party. For each project, she will have a completed Altered Canvas Design that will be recreated by the students.
The Altered Canvas Project is a 3 hour class. Each student will recreate a mixed media piece on a gallery wrapped canvas. All materials needed to complete the piece are included in the cost of the class. Aprons, easels, and tools are available for student use during the class.
This class is being held during store hours, and is limited to 4 students. Larger groups can be scheduled as an evening A la Carte.
Past canvases include: Poppies; Angel; Snowman; Owl; Dogwood Blossoms; Butterflies; Hummingbird…
Additional Altered Canvas Designs will be added, and scheduled as available. Each project will consist of a single design being recreated.
Crafting a la carte was established when we realized that we offered so many different classes, and it was getting harder to offer a schedule that met everyone’s needs. So how does it work? We have days set aside as a la carte days. There is not a class scheduled until someone reserves the time, then they get to pick the topic. We will run a class for as few as 1 person and as many as 6 normally. If you have a larger group we can hold up to 15. If you don’t see a class that you want please ask…we have a number of talented teachers who can do just about anything……
SuperDuo Spiral Bracelet – 2 hours – Terri Earl Brooks – $20.00
Another fun pattern for using the 2-holed SuperDuo beads!
Iris Folding – Cindy Earl Higgins – 2 hours – $20.00
Learn the technique of folding papers to create wonderful designs. The one in the photo is a variation on the traditional (and will be included in the 5/30/15 class).
Pendleton Art Crawl – 3 hours – FREE
The town of Pendleton is hosting an Art Crawl! There will be artist booths on Exchange Street, entertainment, food and more!
Our Make-n-Take for 2015 Pendleton Art Crawl
The Mercantile will be open for the evening and we will have a free Make-n-Take for those who want to create, while supplies last!
Crafting a la carte was established when we realized that we offered so many different classes, and it was getting harder to offer a schedule that met everyone’s needs. So how does it work? We have days set aside as a la carte days. There is not a class scheduled until someone reserves the time, then they get to pick the topic. We will run a class for as few as 1 person and as many as 6 normally. If you have a larger group we can hold up to 15. If you don’t see a class that you want please ask…we have a number of talented teachers who can do just about anything……
Wire & Bead Flowers – 2 hours – $18 – Cindy Earl Higgins
Using age-old techniques, learn how to create beaded flowers and leaves.
Cards – A little of this, a little of that – 2 hours – $18 – Terri Earl Brooks
Who knows what lurks in Terri’s creative mind? This is sure to be a fun card making class!
Crafting a la carte was established when we realized that we offered so many different classes, and it was getting harder to offer a schedule that met everyone’s needs. So how does it work? We have days set aside as a la carte days. There is not a class scheduled until someone reserves the time, then they get to pick the topic. We will run a class for as few as 1 person and as many as 6 normally. If you have a larger group we can hold up to 15. If you don’t see a class that you want please ask…we have a number of talented teachers who can do just about anything……