Thursday, January 31, 2019

February Classes

Still trying to decide if I want to continue with the blog or just use Facebook and Instagram. Pros and cons of both and I do the history we can maintain on the blog. Thoughts?

Here is a quick post on the classes we have coming up in February. Some of my favorite teachers and a great variety of projects.


Miss Maggie
Sat., Feb. 2nd
10:30-4
Angie,$65*
kits will be available
 
Yupo Paper Valentine
Sun., Feb. 3rd
1-4
 
 
Angie,$55*
 
Valentine Doll w/ Noodle and Lou
Sat., Feb. 9th
10:30-4
Jenn, $75
2 openings just became available
 

Because Saturday's class was such a hit, we are opening a second class on Sun., Feb. 10th. Same class as Saturday just different day.

 


 
 
Valentine Doll w/ Noodle and Lou-2
 
 
 
Sun., Feb. 10th
 
 
10:30-4
Jenn, $75
 

We have a few opening still available.
 


 
 


 



Treasure Collector Doll
Sat., Feb. 23rd
10:30-4
Stephanie Rubiano, $130*
info@studiorubianoworkshops.com

 
 Workshop description:  Have you been craving a way to display your tiny treasures collected over the years?  Well here is your chance to create an art doll who can do just that!  A collaged plastic body provides the perfect foil for a skirt made from copper mesh.  You will learn a variety of cold connections (eyelets, nuts and bolts, wire-working, etc.) for attaching your treasures to the skirt.  You will also learn how to manipulate the mesh to create wonderful additions to your doll’s outfit.  Further, we will discuss how to combine some of your treasures into new, artistic pieces



Supply list:

               Basic tool kit (x-acto blade, ruler, scissors)

               Favorite treasures…beads, charms, trims, metal bits, etc.        

               Favorite lightweight papers for collage

               Eyelet setter for 1/8” eyelets

               Rawhide/nylon mallet

               Thin gauge metal from candy and cookie tins,etc.

               Chain nose pliers

               Round nose pliers

                   
$20 Kit Fee (included in the $130 price)

               Doll body

               Copper mesh
               Variety of eyelets & decorative brads
               Miniature nuts and bolts
               Socket wrench
               Drill bit
               Extra metal bits and bobs
               Copper wire


Supplies provided by instructor/optional items:  I will have some tools for you to use, but you won’t have to wait in line if you bring your own.

               Adhesives


               Collage papers
               Fiskar’s hand drill
               Bench pins
               Bench blocks
               Clamps
               Center punches
               Rawhide mallet
               Flush cutters
               Ball peen hammer
               Hammer
               Metal files
               Alphabet metal stamps
               Thin gauge metal from candy & cookie tins, bottle caps, etc.






Chain Reaction Necklace
Sun., Feb. 24th
10:30-4
Stephanie Rubiano, $130
 
 
 
Workshop description:  You will create a locket out of a vintage aspirin tin that features a real tintype on the cover and fill it with miniature vignettes featuring shrink plastic people.  Learn how to form fantastic links from your favorite treasures and design a stunning work of wearable art.  Techniques in wire wrapping and metalworking will be demonstrated, along with discussions about layout and incorporation of unusual materials.  Yes, you will definitely get a “chain reaction” from everyone who sees your fabulous new neckwear! 
Supply list: 
            Basic tool kit (x-acto blade, ruler, scissors)
            Favorite treasures…beads, charms, trims, metal bits, buttons, etc.    
            Rawhide/nylon mallet
            Thin gauge metal from candy and cookie tins,etc.
            Chain nose pliers       
            Round nose pliers
            Flush cutters
         
$20 Kit Fee (included in $130 price):
            Vintage aspirin tin
            Silver colored wire
            Gem tintype
            Shrink plastic
            Miniature nuts and bolts
            Socket wrench
            Large wooden bead
            Extra metal bits and bobs, beads
 
 


Supplies provided by instructor/optional items:  I will have some tools for you to use, but you won’t have to wait in line if you bring your own.

            Adhesives
            Collage papers
            Fiskar’s hand drill
            Bench pins
            Bench blocks
            Clamps
            Center punches
            Rawhide mallet
            Flush cutters
            Ball peen hammer
            Hammer
            Metal files
            Alphabet metal stamps
            Thin gauge metal from candy & cookie tins, bottle caps, etc.
            Extra tools

 
We tried to pack in the creativity for February.
Still openings in most of the classes.
To sign up for class, call Paper Crown at 254 224-7436 
 


 
 
 
 
















 
 

 
 
 
 

Thursday, January 3, 2019

Great Start to 2019 with Jone Hallmark

I am so thrilled to announce we are starting off 2019 in the most wonderful way! We will have the talented Jone Hallmark at Paper Crown for a trio of classes next weekend, Jan. 11th- Jan. 13th. For the past several years Jone has been a popular vendor at our Paper Crown Glitter Market. But this will be her first time to teach and boy are we excited.

Jone will be teaching three very different classes that will expand your skills and add to your art. If you sign up for all three classes, you will get a 20% discount - all three classes for $225.



Scandinavian
Pattern Play 
Fri., Jan. 11th
4-6:30
$60

Learn the basics of the many patterns Jone uses on her pieces and what distinguishes Jones art . This is more of a technique class and you will get plenty of practice to develope your new talent.  
  




Mama Bird and Babes
Sat., Jan. 12th
10:30-4:30
$115
 
Jone’s wooden creations are what she is famous for and you can learn the steps she uses to create your own art. 

 


Scherenschnitte-
German for scissor cuts 
Sun., Jan. 13th
11:30-4:30
$100

Learn that basics for this intricate paper cutting from a single sheet of paper. This will come in handy for all your Valentine projects.

 All supplies are included in class cost.
 
 To sign up for class,
call Paper Crown at 254 224-7436. 

Sign up for all three classes and get a 20% discount