Hello Everyone....At this time The Studio at Smitten will be closing their doors. Unfortunately do to low attendance, workshops will no longer be held in The Studio.
Smitten looks forward to your continued patronage and wishes all the artists the best of luck in their continued endeavors.
Tuesday, October 5, 2010
Thursday, August 26, 2010
More Classes….
Halloween Crepe Spun Stars
Offering two different Dates
Instructor Ann-Denise Anderson
Halloween Crepe Spun Stars
Saturday, September 1, 2010
11:00 ~1:00
OR
Saturday, October 2, 2010
11:00~1:00
Cost $60
All Supplies Included
Please bring glue gun
Time to get ready for the bewitching holiday and dust off your brooms! In this class I will teach the use of old papers and new. You will make a set of four spun stars, paper folding techniques and crepe paper embellishments and how to create these elaborate crepe spun stars! They make wonderful favors and holiday decor!
Call Karen and make your reservation today!
(972) 529-6994
Friday, August 20, 2010
Fall Classes
Le Petite Boutique
Instructor Cindy Gilstrap
Saturday October 9, 2010
10am~3pm
Class Description:
Inspired by Paris boutiques and flea markets this class is sure to have you dreaming of Paris. We will take a 6x12 stretched canvas and turn it into a wonderful store front window view of a Paris dress shop. We will be mixing vintage and new items to make our little dress shop window the envy of any shopper! In this class we will learn how to collage a background, distress the background, and manipulate vintage paper to create our beautiful dress on a vintage dress form. A sweet roof will be created to complete our dress shop. All supplies will be provided in this class. Students will just need to bring scissors and/or a craft knife and a pencil.
Cost $55.00
Time: 10-3 with a lunch break from 12-1
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Instructor Cindy Gilstrap
Saturday October 9, 2010
10am~3pm
Class Description:
Inspired by Paris boutiques and flea markets this class is sure to have you dreaming of Paris. We will take a 6x12 stretched canvas and turn it into a wonderful store front window view of a Paris dress shop. We will be mixing vintage and new items to make our little dress shop window the envy of any shopper! In this class we will learn how to collage a background, distress the background, and manipulate vintage paper to create our beautiful dress on a vintage dress form. A sweet roof will be created to complete our dress shop. All supplies will be provided in this class. Students will just need to bring scissors and/or a craft knife and a pencil.
Cost $55.00
Time: 10-3 with a lunch break from 12-1
Call Karen and make your reservation today!
(972) 529-6994
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Monday, May 3, 2010
New Classes And Instructor ~Cindy Gilstrap
Cindy Gilstrap is a local gal that lives right here in McKinney, Texas! She has always loved creating! Her style is eclectic and she loves mixing vintage items with new items to create something unique. She has taught scrapbook classes and mixed media art classes off an on since the late 90’s. She is currently part of an online art group that offers seasonal tutorials and art kits. You will also find her teaching at various art retreats around Texas. Her favorite part about teaching is seeing smiles on her students’ faces when they have created something wonderful! You can find out more about Cindy at Junque Art.
Classes for May and June:
Artist: Cindy Gilstrap
Saturday, May 15th
10:00 am – 12:00pm
Spring is Here! - A Mixed Media Spring Junque Bird Nest
Spring is here and what better way to celebrate than with a bird nest? This little Junque Bird has decorated her nest with fun spring color treasures. Come and have fun making this little Spring Junque Bird nest. We will combine vintage and new items to create this little cutie. When you are done she will put a smile on your face!
Cost - $40
Supplies Included
Artist: Cindy Gilstrap
Saturday, June 19th
10:00 am – 12:30pm
Spread Some Happiness – A Mixed Media Collage Wall Hanging
You will love creating this sweet wall hanging in muted, neutral colors. It’s a perfect décor item for any home. Come and have fun learning how to combine different mediums and textures. We will create a collage background with distressed papers; make a flower from fabric, rubber stamp and more. Combining old and new items will make this the perfect little project.
Cost - $40
Supplies Included
Monday, April 19, 2010
May & June & July Classes
The following is a list of descriptions of workshops for May & June Schedule 2010
Please call Smitten to schedule your workshop today!
972 529-6994
Thank you!
May Classes
Artist Katherine Keller
Saturday, May 1, 2010
10:00~12:30
Calligraphy and Collage....Unique Package Embellishments
Katherine Keller believes that presentation is everything. And when you mix calligraphy,
fun-colored inks, snippets of paper, ribbons, string, fabric scraps, found objects and your imagination you’ve got a winning combination. If these supplies make your heart race just a bit, then class is for you !
Join Katherine as she teaches a mini calligraphy script class using your own
handwriting style. Your lettering will be added to create unique gift cards, tags, bags,
and a journal.
Supplies: Each class member will receive a special hand decorated box, pen staff, nibs, beautiful inks, paper scraps, tags, bags, found objects, and a writing journal. If you’ve ever uttered the words “I don’t have good handwriting”, don’t let that scare you away. All you need is the willingness to try. Come join us. You’ll be amazed at the results.
Cost $60.00
Including Supplies
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Thursday, January 14, 2010
2010 Classes are Here!
The following is a list of descriptions of workshops for January, February & March Schedule 2010
Please call Smitten to schedule your workshop today!
972 529-6994
Thank you!
January Classes
Artist Ann-Denise Anderson
Saturday, January 30, 2010
10:00 ~ 12:30
A Love Affair~Handmade Valentines
This class is truly for the faint hearted. We will begin by learning many paper folding techniques. Applying satin cockades ribbons, German glass glitter, and the most yummiest adornments and Victorian scraps to make the most breathtaking valentines. Your sweetie will definitely give you a big smooch for one of these babies!
cost $45
Supplies Included
February Classes
Artist Katherine Keller
Saturday, February 6, 2010
10:00~12:30
Calligraphy and Collage....Unique Package Embellishments
Katherine Keller believes that presentation is everything. And when you mix calligraphy,
fun-colored inks, snippets of paper, ribbons, string, fabric scraps, found objects and your imagination you’ve got a winning combination. If these supplies make your heart race just a bit, then class is for you !
Join Katherine as she teaches a mini calligraphy script class using your own
handwriting style. Your lettering will be added to create unique gift cards, tags, bags,
and a journal.
Supplies: Each class member will receive a special hand decorated box, pen staff, nibs, beautiful inks, paper scraps, tags, bags, found objects, and a writing journal. If you’ve ever uttered the words “I don’t have good handwriting”, don’t let that scare you away. All you need is the willingness to try. Come join us. You’ll be amazed at the results.
Cost $60.00
Including Supplies
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Artist Ann-Denise Anderson
Saturday, February 20, 2010
10:00~1:00
Papier De Mache
Easter Buckets
Get ready to pull back your hair and roll up your sleeves girls, This may get messy. This workshop is in preparation for one of the most celebrated and religious holidays. Easter! Now it wouldn’t be Easter if you didn’t have some place to put all your goodies, now would it!? I will teach you how to make the most adorable little paper Mache buckets and then decorated to appease any child’s heart!
Cost $50
Supplies Included
March Classes
Artist Ann-Denise Anderson
Saturday, March 20, 2010
10:00~ 1:00
Handmade Egg Crackers, Confetti Eggs
aka Cascarones
Cascarones are Colorful Mexican confetti egg shells.
It's believed that Marco Polo brought them from Asia and eventually made it to Spain and then Mexico, where they became known as "Cascarones".
Today many say that the colorful confetti shower brings luck and good fortune to those to whom an egg is broken over their head. I will teach you how to make these beautiful holiday crackers from beginning to end.
Cost $45
Supplies Included
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Artist Katherine Keller
Saturday, March 27, 2010
10:00~12:30
Calligraphy and Collage....Unique Package Embellishments
Katherine Keller believes that presentation is everything. And when you mix calligraphy,
fun-colored inks, snippets of paper, ribbons, string, fabric scraps, found objects and your imagination you’ve got a winning combination. If these supplies make your heart race just a bit, then class is for you !
Join Katherine as she teaches a mini calligraphy script class using your own
handwriting style. Your lettering will be added to create unique gift cards, tags, bags,
and a journal.
Supplies: Each class member will receive a special hand decorated box, pen staff, nibs, beautiful inks, paper scraps, tags, bags, found objects, and a writing journal. If you’ve ever uttered the words “I don’t have good handwriting”, don’t let that scare you away. All you need is the willingness to try. Come join us. You’ll be amazed at the results.
Cost $60.00
Including Supplies
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