Schedule of Classes & Events

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. **

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Classroom

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.

Oct
15
Thu
Crafting A la carte
Oct 15 @ 7:00 pm – Oct 15 @ 9:00 pm

Is there a class you would like to take that is not on our schedule?  Then Crafting A-La-Carte is right for you!

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 (24 hour advanced notice needed to prepare.), 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……

Oct
17
Sat
The Altered Canvas Project
Oct 17 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

The Altered Canvas Project, 3 hours, $30.00, Terri Earl Brooks

October 2015 – Angel Trio

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, Seaside, Patriotic, Watermelon, Sunflowers, Spooky Fall…

Additional Altered Canvas Designs will be added, and scheduled as available.  Each project will consist of a single design being recreated.

Diamond Weave Bracelet
Oct 17 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Diamond Weave Bracelet – 2 hours – $20 – Cindy Earl Higgins

Diamond Weave Bracelet 2015

Diamond Weave Bracelet 2015

This fun and easy weave makes up into a beautiful bracelet.  The stitch is extremely versatile.

There will be other color combinations available.

Oct
20
Tue
Crafting A la carte
Oct 20 @ 7:00 pm – Oct 20 @ 9:00 pm

Is there a class you would like to take that is not on our schedule?  Then Crafting A-La-Carte is right for you!

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 (24 hour advanced notice needed to prepare.), 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……

Oct
24
Sat
Pendleton Fall Harvest Festival
Oct 24 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

This wonderful festival on the historic village green in downtown Pendleton, SC boasts over 90 vendors, entertainment, children’s activities and delicious foods (both from the vendors & the local eateries).  Spend the day visiting the local shops in our beautiful town as well as seeing what regional artisans have created.

This is a rain or shine event.

Oct
28
Wed
Trunk Show!
Oct 28 @ 1:00 pm – Oct 28 @ 8:00 pm

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Jo Hoffacker of Mondo Mojo is making a return visit to Pendleton and will be having a 1 1/2 day Trunk Show here at The Mercantile.

Jo makes wonderful glass beads, buttons and glass-tipped head pins as well as other fun and unique items.

Jo will have a fun Christmas project to make while she is here this time… last time it was a fun bracelet or a mini fairy garden, the time before was a fabulous pendant!

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At this time, I am not sure of all she will be bringing with her, but I will edit this and add as I learn more.  (The photos right now are from her last visits.)

Oct
29
Thu
Trunk Show!
Oct 29 @ 10:30 am – 5:30 pm

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Jo Hoffacker of Mondo Mojo is making a return visit to Pendleton and will be having a 1 1/2 day Trunk Show here at The Mercantile.

Jo makes wonderful glass beads, buttons and glass-tipped head pins as well as other fun and unique items.

Jo will have a fun Christmas project to make while she is here this time… last time it was a fun bracelet or a mini fairy garden, the time before was a fabulous pendant!

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At this time, I am not sure of all she will be bringing with her, but I will edit this and add as I learn more.  (The photos right now are from her last visits.)

Oct
31
Sat
Single-Layer Fall Explosion Box
Oct 31 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

Single-Layer Fall Explosion Box – 3 hours – Terri Earl Brooks – $25.00

The Fall box for the class was designed by Terri and can be viewed from either side.  It is much more detailed and will be a 3 hour class.

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Autumn Iris Folding
Oct 31 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Autumn Iris Folding – Cindy Earl Higgins – 2 hours – $20.00

We will not be folding flowers, in case you were wondering…

Learn the technique of folding papers to create wonderful designs.    All of the designs will have an Autumnal design or color theme.

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The sample pictured may not be how it is offered in class.

 

Nov
3
Tue
Crafting A la carte
Nov 3 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

 Is there a class you would like to take that is not on our schedule?  Then Crafting A-La-Carte is right for you!

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 (24 hour advanced notice needed to prepare.), 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……