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.
Single-Layer Fall Explosion Box – 3 hours – Terri Earl Brooks – $25.00
The Fall box for the class was designed by Terri and can be viewed from either side. It is much more detailed and will be a 3 hour class.
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 – 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!
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.
Beaded Ornament – 2 hours – Cindy Earl Higgins – $18.00
Another year, another new beaded ornament design from Cindy.
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.
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.
Winter Iris Folding – Cindy Earl Higgins – 2 hours – $20.00
We will not be folding flowers, in case you were wondering…
Learn the technique of folding papers to create wonderful designs. All of the designs will have an Wintery design or color theme (including at least one Christmas design).
Winter Iris Folding 2015
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.
In this fun class, Terri will share how to create cards and tags using a variety of techniques.
2 hours, $20.00, Terri Earl Brooks
Winter Multi-Layer Explosion Box – 2 hours – Terri Earl Brooks – $20.00
These photos are an example of one that Terri designed previously, the one for the class will have a Winter theme.
We will add photos when the sample is finished.