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.

Nov
11
Fri
Pendleton’s Second Friday
Nov 11 @ 6:00 pm – Nov 11 @ 8:00 pm

Shop, Dine & Explore Pendleton’s favorites!

We are looking forward to November’s Second Friday, our plans are still in progress, please check back for more information.

We will also serve refreshments as we do each month.  Most likely some wine, dips, cheese & crackers… who knows what else… maybe an apple cake!

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

Nov
12
Sat
A-Muse Group
Nov 12 @ 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 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.

Leaf Ornaments
Nov 12 @ 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Leaf Ornaments – 3 hours – $20 – Cindy Earl Higgins

Working with mid-range white porcelain, create leaf ornaments to hang on the Christmas tree or in a window.  These ornaments will need to dry and be fired in a kiln.  Cindy will bring fired glaze samples for students to choose from.  Glazing arrangements will be made at the time of class.

Nov
17
Thu
Crafting A la carte
Nov 17 @ 7:00 pm – 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…… and we can customize classes as well, depending on what supplies we have on hand.

Nov
18
Fri
Clemson Downs Holiday Bazaar
Nov 18 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

We are excited to again have a booth at the Clemson Downs Holiday Bazaar!

It is held in the Ernie Corley Activities Center and is open to the public.

We usually bring gifts and toys and a little bit of this and a little bit of that.

It should be a fun day, it always is!

Nov
22
Tue
Crafting A la carte
Nov 22 @ 7:00 pm – 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…… and we can customize classes as well, depending on what supplies we have on hand.

Nov
24
Thu
Thanksgiving Day
Nov 24 all-day

We will be closed to celebrate Thanksgiving with our family.

Wishing you & yours a wonderful Thanksgiving!

Nov
25
Fri
Pendleton Tree Lighting
Nov 25 @ 6:00 pm – Nov 25 @ 8:00 pm

Each year the Town of Pendleton waits until just after Thanksgiving to light the beautiful tree that stands on the Village Green.  Most of the businesses in town light their windows with white lights to add to the ambience.

There will be Hot Mulled Cider & Cookies as well as Mr. & Mrs. Claus!

The Mercantile will remain open until 8:00 that evening in case you want to do a little shopping while you are here for the festivities.

Dec
1
Thu
Crafting A la carte
Dec 1 @ 7:00 pm – 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…… and we can customize classes as well, depending on what supplies we have on hand.

Dec
3
Sat
Winter Iris Folding
Dec 3 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm

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).

Last year’s samples are pictured, this year they will be 4 totally new designs.

Winter Iris Folding 2015

Winter Iris Folding 2015