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.

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……

Nov
12
Thu
Crafting A la carte
Nov 12 @ 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……

Nov
14
Sat
A-Muse Group
Nov 14 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am

This groups meets once a month, with a variety of topics on the agenda. It is a non formal gathering, with a lot of discussion and show and tell. The idea of the group was to explore a variety of techniques in a variety of media as a group. Each month we usually have an exercise for each member to create, contemplate and explore. If you are interested in joining us, call the Mercantile and let us know so that we can ensure there is enough seating for all.

Christmas Felt Amulet
Nov 14 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Christmas Felt Amulet – 2 hours – Cindy Earl Higgins – $30

Using re-claimed wool fabric, glass beads & button and hand-dyed threads from Jo Hoffacker, create this festive amulet, perfect for the Christmas season!

Nov
17
Tue
Crafting A la carte
Nov 17 @ 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……

Nov
20
Fri
Clemson Downs Holiday Bazaar @ Ernie Corley Activity Center @ Clemson Downs
Nov 20 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

We will have a booth at this fun Holiday Bazaar.  The public is welcome.  No admission fee.  Limited parking.

We will be bringing Christmas Cards, Leopard Forest Coffee Beans, Raven’s Original Mulling Spices, gifts and more…

Nov
21
Sat
The Altered Canvas Project
Nov 21 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

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

November 2015 – Angel Trio – Popular demand & few available weekends has this class repeating from last month.  Don’t be surprised if Terri changes it up a little though!  :~)

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.

Nov
26
Thu
Thanksgiving Day
Nov 26 all-day

We will be closed to celebrate Thanksgiving with our family.

Wishing you & yours a wonderful Thanksgiving!

Dec
3
Thu
Crafting A la carte
Dec 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……

Dec
5
Sat
The Altered Canvas Project
Dec 5 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

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

December 2015 – Embellishments for Angel Trio – These 4 seasonal embellishments are attached to the canvas with magnets.  The Angel Trio canvas is not included.

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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, Angel Trio…

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