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.
The Mercantile is excited to be participating in this new monthly event here in our beautiful town. We will be hosting Dyar’s Diner right here inside The Mercantile! We look forward to this yummy evening partnership!
Here is the press release from the Pendleton Area Business Association:
Come Enjoy Pendleton’s Inaugural Second-Friday Event on March 11
The Pendleton Area Business Association invites everyone to enjoy their inaugural Second-Friday event taking place around the square in historic downtown Pendleton. The evening will feature an array of businesses from the greater Pendleton area. Some will offer refreshments, specials and/or live entertainment from 6 – 8 PM on March 11.
Come shop, dine & explore some of your old favorites as well as welcoming all of our new ones.
A map listing participating businesses and what they are featuring will be available that evening.
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 1s 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.
If you want to come in and work on some of your Un-Finished Objects, we have the space. Beading, Rubber Stamping, Mixed Media… all are welcome.
If you wish to use our tools $5.00 bench fee applies, free otherwise (plus the cost of any of our supplies you might need to complete your project).
39th Annual Spring Jubilee – Saturday 10 AM – 6 PM & Sunday 12 – 5 PM.
Over 100 artists showing & selling their creations on the village green. Food and entertainment.
Rain or shine event – free admission for shoppers.
No dogs allowed except for certified Service Dogs.
39th Annual Spring Jubilee – Saturday 10 AM – 6 PM & Sunday 12 – 5 PM.
Over 100 artists showing & selling their creations on the village green. Food and Entertainment.
Rain or shine event – free admission for shoppers.
No dogs allowed unless they are certified Service Dogs.
Shop, Dine & Explore Pendleton’s favorites!
We will be hosting Dyar’s Diner inside The Mercantile again and are finalizing plans for what we will do.
There were 14 participating businesses in March and a fabulous turn out.
Embossed Metal Pendant & Charm – 2 hours – Terri Earl Brooks – $20
Join Terri as she guides you through the process of making a one-of-a-kind embossed metal pendant & charm.
Beaded Lantern Earrings – 2 hours – Cindy Earl Higgins – $18
Several years ago (10 – 15 years!) a friend showed me a pair of earrings she purchased at a craft show in North Carolina. The image of these has stayed with me all this time and I decided to recreate the feel of it as best I could. I have no idea who to credit for the inspiration but the pattern is my own interpretation of a more complicated pattern that was stored in my memory all those years ago.
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 1s 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.
The Altered Canvas Project, 3 hours, $30.00, Terri Earl Brooks
April 2016 – Dragonfly –
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, Angel Trio Seasonal Embellishments, Birthday!, Cardinal…
Additional Altered Canvas Designs will be added, and scheduled as available. Each project will consist of a single design being recreated.