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.

Aug
1
Mon
Manic Mondays!
Aug 1 @ 10:00 am – 5:30 pm

The summer heat has gone to our heads!

Stop by The Mercantile and shop the Mondays in July and August 2016 and purchase at least $20 of merchandise (some exclusions apply, see store for details).

Mention where you read about Manic Mondays and you will be eligible to spin for a mystery discount!

Aug
2
Tue
Crafting A la carte
Aug 2 @ 7:00 pm – Aug 2 @ 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……

Crafting A la carte
Aug 2 @ 7:00 pm – Aug 2 @ 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……

Aug
6
Sat
Die Cut Card Class
Aug 6 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am

Die Cut Card Class – 2 hours – Terri Earl Brooks – $20.00

Terri has again created some beautiful die cut cards.  All materials are included in the cost of the class, and all shapes will be pre-cut to ensure ample time to finish the cards in class. (If requested, a demo of how to cut the dies will be done.)

Viking Braid
Aug 6 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Viking Braid – 2 hours – Cindy Earl Higgins – $18

Learn this ancient wire weaving technique to create a bracelet.  Once mastered, there are many wonderful things that can be created with this sturdy wire braid.  Decorative beads can be added to embellish as in the photo (bead availability will vary).

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Aug
8
Mon
Manic Mondays!
Aug 8 @ 10:00 am – 5:30 pm

The summer heat has gone to our heads!

Stop by The Mercantile and shop the Mondays in July and August 2016 and purchase at least $20 of merchandise (some exclusions apply, see store for details).

Mention where you read about Manic Mondays and you will be eligible to spin for a mystery discount!

Aug
11
Thu
Crafting A la carte
Aug 11 @ 7:00 pm – Aug 11 @ 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……

Aug
12
Fri
Pendleton’s Second Friday
Aug 12 @ 6:00 pm – Aug 12 @ 8:00 pm

Shop, Dine & Explore Pendleton’s favorites!

We will be  hosting Dyar’s Diner at The Mercantile again and are looking forward to a fun evening!

Our feature of the evening is a book signing!  Catherine Garrison Davis and Elizabeth Garrison Rasor will join us to autograph their Night-Night Little Tiger book.  You can either bring one you already have or buy one that evening.

Garrison girls

We will also have some samplings of some of our gourmet foods and mixes.  Dyar’s will most probably be sampling some of their delicious desserts as well.

We hope you can come and visit and see what’s going on.

Aug
13
Sat
The Altered Canvas Project
Aug 13 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

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

August 2016 – TBA

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, Dragonfly…

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

Triskele
Aug 13 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Triskele – 2 hours – Cindy Earl Higgins – $18

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These fun paper spheres are a design based on the Celtic Trinity Knot.  Fun for placing in a basket or bowl on the table or hanging from a tree.  Much easier than they appear!