Studio Blogging
Studio Talk – August 2009
Posted on 8/24/2009 at 11:08:23 PM
What an awesome summer we had here at the studio!
We have been getting lots of calls and emails about the “For Lease” sign in our front window. We are still here and we are making some great changes to better fit your crafting needs!
Our studio hours have changed, we are now open on Saturday from 10 to 6 and Sunday from 12 to 5. The studio will only be available for open studio time and retail purchases on these days. Workshops are continuing to take place throughout the week.
With this change in hours we will be introducing special studio nights. Many of you have asked about studio availability at night. Starting in September, two nights per month will be dedicated to studio time with a monitor available to assist with specific equipment and answer questions. Space will be limited so we recommend you register in advance. The first studio night will focus on Jewelry – held on Wednesday 9/16, and the second will focus on Sewing – held on Wednesday 9/23.
Special Guest, Heather Ross will be coming to The Crafter’s Studio to introduce her new book, Weekend Sewing, and to instruct a special sewing workshop featuring her pattern for the Mendocino Sundress.
BOOK SIGNING: Heather Ross, Weekend Sewing
9/9/09 4:30 pm – 6:30 pm, Free
Be sure to stop by to meet Heather and pick up you very own signed copy of Weekend Sewing. Get 10% off the price of her new book when you mention this newsletter when you make your purchase and 20% off if you also register for her special sewing workshop.
SPECIAL WORKSHOP: Heather Ross Mendocino Sundress
9/9/09 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm, $60
The Mendocino Sundress is Guest Instructor Heather Ross’ most favorite summer dress because it is simple, chic, comfy, and lovely. No matter your shape or size you can make this dress and it truly works on everybody. Be sure to stop by the studio to get a sneak peek of this awesome sundress…and remember that we have some of our best summer weather in September and October! Limited space is available for this workshop, so be sure to register early. BYO fabric or get 20% off if you buy it from us.
We also have two new exciting series in the works and more on the way – check them out under the events/parties tab at the top of our website. In addition to great workshops at a discounted price you will also receive a 10% discount on any items purchased from our retail store while you are in a series.
3 Week Glasswork Series
begins September 14th – Monday evenings from 6:30 – 9:30 pm
Ever had the urge work with glass, but didn’t know where to start or what to do with it? Learn the art of Glass Fusion, Lampworked Glass beads and the Wire Wrapping techniques you’ll need to turn works of glass into finished jewelry. You get a chance to experiment with different glass working processes and walk away with several finished pieces for you to keep or give as gifts.
4 Week Sewing Series – Working with Knit Fabric
begins September 29th and will run on Wednesday Evenings from 6 – 10 pm
Take the next step in your sewing instruction! This series tackles some of the trickier sewing projects we offer. Over the course of four weeks you will get a chance to work with knit fabric and bump up your skills working on the serger. Different types of seams and edging techniques specific to knit fabric will be introduced, we will discuss the importance of stretch and how it relates to your project, as well as installing a separating zipper into knit fabric and more! Check out the website for information on specific projects in this series.
Check out all our new workshops online, or give us a call (831.421.9605). See you at the Studio!