In these workshops, an instructor leads a class where you can learn new skills and end up with your very own piece of art to take home. From journaling, to collaging, to painting, we’ve done it all! We provide all the supplies you need and encourage you to bring snacks and drinks!
Broken Jewelry Kitschmas Trees | Nov. 17th | 3-6PM | $100
Remember your grandmother’s jewelry tree? The framed Kitschmas tree made of broken costume jewelry? In this class we are going to whip up an extra colorful and kitschy version! Instructor Jennifer Perkins is known to have over 100 Christmas trees up at any given time during December and she wants to help you with your own over the top holiday traditions!
Jen will supply everything you need including felt, picture frames, glue, pompoms, and of course more sparkly vintage tree filler than Santa could fit in a single sleigh ride.
This is one of Jen’s most popular classes and it always sells out. Have you taken this class before? Guess what? Jen shops ALL YEAR LONG to replenish her stash of bits and baubles so there are all new goodies to sort through. PLUS the only thing better than one broken jewelry tree is two. ALSO – this year Jennifer will be bringing cones and small stand up tree forms if you would like to make a different 3D version without the frame.
All supplies included but feel free to bring any sentimental costume jewelry and pieces you would like to includ
Felt Tree Skirts | Nov. 23rd | 6-9PM | $75
Joan Crawford used to say, “no more wire hangers”. Instructor Jennifer Perkins says, “no more ugly Christmas tree bases!” Cover that tree stand in style with your own vintage inspired felt Kitschmas tree skirt. No sewing required, this is a strictly gluing stuff to stuff type of party.
We won’t be gluing just any old stuff… Jennifer will have a mix of new and vintage felt items to create a one of a kind heirloom your great grandkids will want to put under their own trees. Sparkle, a sense of Christmas whimsey, and LOT’s of pompom trim will be involved.
Everything for class will be provided including red felt standard size Christmas tree skirts. There will be pre-cut shapes to choose from as well as felt and fabric to use with stencils to create your own one of a kind designs.
Kitschmas Angel Tree Topper | Dec. 7th | 6-9PM | $50
No Kitschmas Tree is complete without the perfect angel sitting on top! Actually these adorable handmade angels can sit anywhere you want, no tree necessary! Once you make one you won’t be able to stop and no surface will be safe.
Jennifer Perkins will bring her stash of new and vintage Kitschmas fabrics to use as a dress for your angel – that way you can match them to your own personal holiday decor. The run really begins when you start to play Project Runway holiday edition embellishing your angel with sequins, pompoms and trim galore. BUT WAIT THERE’S MORE! Jennifer will also be bringing a variety of vintage angel heads, wings and halos to choose from. It’s like Build-a-Bear but for kitschy holiday angels.
Everything is provided but if you have a doll head, fabric or sparkly doodad you want to include of course feel free to bring it along. Seats are limited.
Kitschmas in a Container | Dec. 8th | 1-4PM | 6-9PM | $75
Not everyone has space in their house for over 100 Christmas trees like instructor Jennifer Perkins. That is why she is on a mission to make overkill holiday decorating accessible to everyone by scaling down the size of the Kitschmas tree. In this class, you will be able to create the tabletop tree of your dreams – from traditional to tack-a-liscious, there will be something for everyone!
In Jen’s classroom, you will find a buffet of of new and vintage Kitschmas delights including mini faux trees, tiny ornaments, wee figurines and all kinds of different vessels for you to stick your tree inside. Tins, coffee mugs, planters and more – what style you choose is completely up to you.
Everything for class will be provided. Students can plan to leave with 1-3 small tabletop trees, depending on the sizes they opt to work with in class. One slightly larger tree might take the entire class to get just right, whereas if you opt for tiny trees you might be able to crank out 3.
Soap Making Studio | Jan. 5th | 6-9PM
Join Ms.Mary Helen in whipping up some home-made soap and lip balms! This is an adult-only workshop and a perfect opportunity to fuse cozy and crafty. All supplies, and step by step instructions, will be provided in class. Book your seat soon, as spots fill up quickly!
Cloisonne Trivet Workshop | Jan 11th | 6-9PM | $75
In this 3 hour workshop, students will learn a tile glazing technique using a wax resist and glaze application that mimics the look of Cloisonné. We will each create an 8” ceramic tile, that will be kiln fired and have cork added to the back for a beautiful and functional trivet that would make an amazing hostess gift! Or keep it for yourself- I won’t tell!
Bring your own 8×8” design to transfer onto the tile, or choose from one of 8 different templates provided. Class fee includes all supplies to create 1 trivet.
Plan Your Own Ladies’ Art Night!
Bring the friends, snacks, and booze — we’ve got the rest!
Our Ladies’ Art Nights are a fabulous alternative to standard paint and sip classes. Instead of teaching you how to make the same painting as everyone else, we’ll help you tap into your own creativity. We love to tailor our classes to each group by understanding what you are interested in and what you want to create!
Our Art Nights begin at $150 for a group of four, and each additional participant is $30. Depending on supplies needed for the the project, the price may go up. The Ladies’ Art Nights are two hours, and while they are often on Friday’s and Saturday’s from 6:00pm – 8:00pm, we can be flexible depending on our instructors availability!
To set up your Ladies’ Art Night (or Gentlemen’s Art Night!), give us a call at 512-551-3244 or email us at: figmentfrontdesk@gmail.com.