Join guest artist Patricia in the craft studio and learn some polymer clay basics. In this workshop she will cover how to make a skinner blend, and then you can turn your skinner blends into something – there will be options!
Tag: contemporary crafts
Felted Owl
Debbie Penley is back again this month with another adorable critter to add to your collection of felted friends!
Debbie is a wonderful, high energy teacher, and her classes are always filled with laughter. Won’t you join us and learn the art of needle felting as you create your own sweet baby owl?
The workshop fee of $45 includes all materials, and tools, along with 3 hours of quality instruction.
Spaces are limited for this in person class, so book your ticket HERE.
Bibliomaniacs
A virtual meet up for book binders, paper lovers and mixed media artists.
If you love making books, experimenting with paper structures, or messing about with mixed media, this is the group for you! A place to share what you are working on, and pick the brains of other artists and crafters. Meet other artists and crafters, and share your love for all things papery! Deb Eck, our resident paper guru, will be on hand to lend her experience and play along.
funky felted fish
Join guest artist to Debbie Penley, and learn the basics of wet felting. Students will learn the process of working with resists to create a 3D shape using wet felting, plus techniques to add dimension and texture, while creating this funky colorful fish! All levels of students welcome – no prior experience necessary! The class fee includes all necessary materials and use of tools and equipment.
This will be an IN PERSON class. While we wait on our new location to be finished we will be using the art rooms at Infinity Visual and Performing arts in Jamestown, NY. All local covid regulations will be observed. As this is a long class we will take a short break while we work!
Not local or not ready for in-person attendance yet? Join us via zoom instead. Reserve your class spot, then email Deb at pearlcityclayhouse.org to arrange shipping for your class kit.
fun felted jewelry
Join guest teaching artist Lyn Harris, and learn to make basic felted shapes and then use them to create unique pieces of wearable art! Students will learn to make felted beads and ropes, as well as techniques for using them to make pins, bracelets and necklaces. If time allows we will cover basic floral shapes. All levels welcome. No prior felting experience needed.
The class fee includes all materials including high quality merino top wool and a small selection of beads, findings and embellishments, plus use of wet and needle felting supplies. Students are encouraged to bring any beads or decorative threads they wish to use to embellish their creations.
This will be an IN PERSON class. While we wait on our new location to be finished we will be using the art rooms at Infinity Visual and Performing arts in Jamestown, NY. All local covid regulations will be observed.
Not local or not ready for in-person attendance yet? Join us via zoom instead. Reserve your class spot, then email Deb at pearlcityclayhouse.org to arrange shipping for your class kit.
Stellar string (stars)
On the ninth day at the Clay House my true love gave to me 9 stellar strings, 8 fluffy Frosties, 7 folded flurries, 6 wooly wreaths, 5 button baubles! 4 nordic stars, 3 sparkling snowflakes, 2 festive flowers, and a sleepy sloth for my holiday tree!
Be warned this is a sloppy, sticky craft! But once you have mastered the basic idea you can turn it into many different forms. If DIY crafting makes you nervous, never fear! Deb can guide you through the process step by step for a polished final result.
A materials list will be sent to all registered participants before the event.
wooly wreaths
On the sixth day at the Clay House my true love gave to me, 6 wooly wreaths, 5 button baubles! 4 Nordic stars, 3 sparkling snowflakes, 2 festive flowers and a sleepy sloth for my holiday tree!
These charming little wreaths use odds and ends you can easily find around the house, or scrounge up amongst your friends and family. Our example use super fluffy chenille style yarn, which hides a multitude of sins, and makes for an elegant finished product.
There’s an optional kit available in our online shop or a complete materials list will be emailed to students.
Button Bauble
On the fifth day at the Clay House my true love gave to me, 5 button baubles! 4 Nordic stars, 3 sparkling snowflakes, 2 festive flowers and a sleepy sloth for my holiday tree!
Inspired by Victorian pomanders, this modern take uses buttons and pearl headed pins, along with some ribbon and a few beads. Pick colors to match your holiday decor, or go with a more traditional red and green.
This class has a kit which is available in our online shop or you can assemble your own from the materials list which will be emailed to you after registration.
festive flowers
On the second day at the Clay House my true love gave to me, 2 festive flowers, and a sleepy sloth for my holiday tree!
Join experienced florist, Michele Bango, as she walks you through the creation of this stunning holiday ornament. The finished ornament would look great on your tree but would also be beautiful displayed elsewhere on an ornament stand.
THIS CLASS REQUIRES A KIT. You can purchase your KIT here from our online shop.
*If you are an experienced floral artist please feel free to contact us for a materials list in lieu of the purchased kit
You will also need the following tools: a low temp glue gun, some wire cutters and small scissors.
