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.
Basic Calligraphy Workshop – 6 hours – Cindy Earl Higgins – $35 (includes lunch)
In this workshop we will work on the basic tenets of calligraphy, the proper pen position and the basic strokes that make up the letters in C-point lettering. The key to consistent calligraphy is practice, practice, practice. This workshop will give the budding calligrapher a head-start with the practice.
Lunch will be ordered from The Village Bakery & Cafe and eaten while the class takes a break.
The afternoon will have a bit more practice and a small lettering project to help see how to lay out the lettering.
** This class itself will not create a seasoned calligrapher. Plenty of practice is needed to help keep up the rhythm of the process.
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 a $5.00 bench fee applies, free otherwise (plus the cost of any of our supplies you might need to complete your project).
Envelope Book – 2 hours – $20 – Cindy Earl Higgins
Using envelopes and a variety of other materials, create a book perfect for storing photos or mementos.
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
July 2016 – Forest Floor
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.
Christmas 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 Christmas design or color theme (ALL new original designs will be introduced!)
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.)
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 – 2 hours – Cindy Earl Higgins – $18
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!
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.