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.
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.
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.
Impression Obsession Die Card Class, 2 hours, $20.00, Terri Earl Brooks
Terri will help you create 4 beautiful cards using Impression Obsession Dies and a few stamps. All materials are included in the cost of the class, and all dies will be precut to ensure ample time to finish the cards in class. (If requested, a demo of how to cut the dies will be done.)
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.
Cereal Box Book, 3 hours, $25.00, Terri Earl Brooks
This clever book can be used for photos, recipes, or a clever way to store your favorite quotes. The cover of the book is made using a cereal box, and all materials needed to create the book are included in the cost of the class. (we have been saving cereal boxes for this class!!)
Create a variety of birthday cards using various techniques in this fun class.
Instructor: Terri Earl Brooks Fee: $18.00 Class Length: 2 hours
This versatile ribbon-bound book can be used as a travel journal or even to record all of the wonderful things in the first year of a baby’s life (or a marriage).
Instructor: Cindy Earl Higgins Fee: $20.00 Class Length: 3 hours
Impression Obsession Die Card Class, 3 hours, $20.00, Terri Earl Brooks & Cindy Earl Higgins
Join us as we help you create 4 beautiful cards using Impression Obsession Dies. All materials are included in the cost of the class, and all dies will be precut to ensure ample time to finish the cards in class. (If requested, a demo of how to cut the dies will be done.)
Due to the material preparation involved, registration will close on September 17.
The Altered Canvas Project, 4 hours, $30.00, Terri Earl Brooks
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 4 hour class. Each student will recreate a mixed media piece on a gallery wrapped 16 x 20 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.
Additional Altered Canvas Designs will be added, and scheduled as available. Each project will consist of a single design being recreated.