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.

Sep
12
Thu
Stamp A Thon and Sale @ The Mercantile
Sep 12 – Sep 14 all-day

In honor of our 25th Anniversary in Business, and the Stamp Convention in Greenville, we are hosting a STAMP-A-THON and SALE. Starting on Thursday, we will be running a three day sale of a variety of stamping merchandise. We are not just clearing out “old stock” to make room for new. We are Celebrating!!! On Friday, we will stay open late, until 8pm. We will not only have our sale on, but we will be having a stamp-a-thon. Lots of make and takes, make one or make all. On Saturday, Terri will be offering her Beyond Dylusions class in the morning. She has redesigned this class a little bit so that it is doable in the 2 hours. Of course it is a morning class and she won’t kick you out if you need a little more time. Join us for the fun!!

Feb
8
Sat
Wire Wrapping Basics
Feb 8 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am

WireWrappedPendantWire wrapping is a wonderful way to display a beautiful object.  This class will cover some of the basics of wire wrapping.  If you have a set of favorite wire tools, please bring them with you.

Instructor: Cindy Earl Higgins   Fee: $25.00   Class Length: 2 hours

Copper Knot Rings
Feb 8 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Join Kathy Smiley as she instructs you how to make this simple yet fun ring. If you have never worked with wire this would be a great place to start. All materials are included in the cost of the class and the necessary tools are available for your use.

Instructor: Kathy Smiley   Fee: $18.00   Class Length: 2 hours

Feb
22
Sat
Woven Pendant with Flat Focal Bead
Feb 22 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Kathy is making up some solid color beads especially for this class and the cost of the beads are included. Join Kathy as she shows you how to create this stunning pendant. Each one you make will certainly be one of a kind!! This class is not recommended for someone who has not had any wire working experience. Wire working tools will be available for your use, although you are always welcome to bring your own to class.

Instructor: Kathy Smiley   Fee: $25.00   Class Length: 2 hours

Mar
4
Tue
Spring Card Class
Mar 4 @ 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Instructor: Cindy Earl Higgins   Fee: $18.00   Class Length: 2 hours

Mar
13
Thu
Spring Card Class
Mar 13 @ 7:00 pm – Mar 13 @ 9:00 pm

Instructor: Cindy Earl Higgins   Fee: $18.00   Class Length: 2 hours

Mar
15
Sat
Fun Folded Cards
Mar 15 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am

Who says a card has to fold in half?  And sometimes, when it does, there is a secret hidden inside.  Learn a variety of different ways to add folded fun to your cards.

Instructor: Cindy Earl Higgins Fee: $18.00 Class Length: 2 hours

Spiral Rope Variations
Mar 15 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm

spiralropevariationsInstructor: Terri Earl Brooks   Fee: $18.00   Class Length: 2 hours

Mar
22
Sat
A-Muse Group
Mar 22 @ 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.

Techniques Class – Dylusions on Canvas
Mar 22 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

This three hour class was created when someone asked the question, “can you….?”  Terri said, “I don’t see why not; would you like to play with the Dylusions Inks on canvas, gesso, and more?”

We will be using the peel and stick canvas paper and a variety of other mediums, together with the Dylusions Inks.  Be sure to wear clothes that you don’t mind if they get messy.

Instructor: Terri Earl Brooks   Fee: $20.00   Class Length: 3 hours