Sampling of Early Art Night Out Classes

Sampling of Early September ANO Classes
SO how did you spend your Labor Day? I am sure it seems like eons ago, even though it's only been a few weeks. Libby Barrett spent the morning of Labor Day Libby spent teaching and learning with an Artascope student Lisa, who really has been wanting to do some book binding. Together they worked hard in our paper studio to deconstruct the ins and outs of making books, in order to figure out how to put it all back together again. It was a successful venture and both Libby and Lisa enjoyed their time and learned a lot about this craft. Not a bad way to bring in the September month.

Lavish Scarf with Diane
Diane Brakeley taught the Lavish Fibers Scarf class last week. Students learned to design and combine fibers onto a soluble Mokuba Free Lace which is then stitched together with colorful threads in our sewing room. The scarves are carefully washed to dissolve the Free Lace backing to leave you with unique, exotic designs. Paula is modeling her beautiful scarf for us! Valerie, another Artascope patron was a part of this class and a very active student during the summer months. We love it when our students are inspired to come back time and time again.

You maybe wondering what exactly is Mokuba? It's a water soluble products suitable for your sewing needs and it is quite unique. Typical water soluble products have 1-2 layers of plastic, slippery layers. Mokuba Free Lace is thicker than most, so it's less likely to tear and fold on you as you work with it- particularly at the stitching phase. It is the highest quality of water soluble being sold, plus is very easy to work with.
Painted Floor Cloth
Libby Barrett was back on the scene with her 2 week Art Night Out Class, The Painted Floor Cloth. The first night is spent planning out designs, sketching and figuring out the right paint combinations. The underpainting or background will be applied to allow a solid week for it to dry. The follow up week, students will lay down their final designs. Always a great class. Whenever you walk by the painting studio, there is always a little laughter and lots of creative energy bouncing around the room. Always a fun place to stop and check out the progress. There's lots more where these classes came from...are you game? http://www.artnightout.com/sept2008.htm

End of Summer Out Night Out Classes

The summer is coming to a close and Artascope Studios is gearing up for a fantastic fall. So what are your end of summer plans?

Monday August 25th from 6-9pm, come join us for Etched Copper Earrings with Kate Osler. You will design your own intricate etched copper pendants or pair of earrings! Learn the steps needed to resist etch, saw, and even dap your pieces. $55 per person. Or come get your sea glass fix in Lynne Holland's Sea Glass Earring Class for $35. Create these fun, summer-inspired earrings from our vast collection of sea glass! Learn how to wrap and connect sea glass with beads to make these eye-catching earrings in copper, brass, or silver. Makes one pair of earrings in either class.

Need a birthday gift for friend? Diane Brakeley will be hosting the Lavish Fiber Scarf this Thursday the 28th from 6-9 PM for $65 per person. Combine luscious ribbons, yarns and fibers with our magical materials to design your scarf. With a basic machine stitch to secure your dynamic array of fibers, add a little water to make your scarf come to life. Makes one scarf.

We end another busy month with the ANO class, The Accordian Book with Libby Barrett on Saturday August 30th from 2-6pm. The cost is $45 per person. You will learn about this unique, simple, and versatile book binding technique. Create this fun bound book that can hold treasured family photos, shared memories or even be a work of art itself! Makes one book. So are you game?

We have made it easy for you and you can sign up online. Just click on the class and follow the prompts. http://www.artnightout.com/aug2008.htm You are more than welcome to sign up the old fashion way and gives us a ring at 207-799-5154. We are always ready for you.