Sunday, May 20, 2012

Mosaic Inspirations

There are no shortages of ideas for more mosaics.
Check out some recently completed pieces by Vintage Pixie friend,
Carla Borton.


"River Rocks"


"Blue Skies for Patti"


"Sunrise Over The Big Smoke"



"Birthday Gift for Sandra"



"Tools of Art"
(for the craft room window)



Mirror Frame


We'd love to see your Mosaics, especially in their new homes!
Email us the photos, and we'll share them with our followers.

Wednesday, May 16, 2012

More Spring Workshops

Spring has brought us lovely weather so far,
and workshops have been filling up quickly.

We have added more dates to accommodate everyone.
Join us for one of our many and varied D.I.Y. workshops

The studio is now open for our regular hours.
Thursdays, Fridays 11am-5pm
Saturdays 11am- 3pm

Workshop dates and spaces are limited, so don't delay. Register now.
Remember you aren't considered registered until you have paid for your workshop.
All classes are non refundable.
All workshops are for ages 16 and up.
For more details on workshops
stop into the studio to see class samples.

 

Mosaic Toadstool

Wednesday, June 20th, 6:30pm-9:30pm
Thursday June 21, 7pm-8:30pm
or
Wednesday July 4th 6:30pm-9:30pm
Thursday July 5th 7pm-8:30pm
$95.00

Decorative toadstools are great addition
to the garden and provide a place for
the pixies to sleep. All materials are provided.
Students required their own glass nippers
(we do stock wheeled nippers for purchase at studio)
and safety glasses
. All skill levels welcome

Friendly Dragonfly
Wednesday May 23,7pm-9:30pm
Thursday May 24, 7pm-9:30pm
$48.00
Create this whimsical character in a two
part epoxy clay, on a piece of driftwood.
You will also design his wings in a two part resin.
He is definitely a hit in every garden.
No experience necessary.

Open Mosaic Studio
Monday June 11th, 6:30pm-10pm
or
Wednesday June 20th, 6:30pm-10pm
$10.00 per night


Have you been bitten by the mosaic bug,
but don't want the mess at your place?
Well, join us for our open mosaic workshops
where we supply the workspace and you
bring your project, tools and glass.
This is geared to those who have taken
previous mosaic workshops and would
like to make other projects. This workshop
does not involve formal instruction because we will be
working on our own projects.

Mosaic Window
Sunday August 19th 10am-pm
Tuesday August 21st 7pm-8:30pm
$95.00
By far our most popular workshop.
All skill levels welcome.
Create a stunning picture to hang in
a window and have light shine through.
You choose the design, we show you how
to create it.
You will be provided a frame allowing
for a 10"x10" picture.
All materials supplied, including a
light lunch. Students are required to
have wheeled glass nippers
(available for purchase at the studio)
and safety glasses















Cobblestone Faerie Cottage
(birdhouse)
Sunday June 3, 10am-4pm
or
Sunday July 8, 10am-4pm
small $95.00 large $125.00
Whether for birds or fairies, these quaint
cottages are a great addition to yards and gardens.
. Choose between a large (tall) cottage or a shorter (small) one.
All materials are supplied as well as a light lunch.
No experience necessary.



for more information on upcoming workshops come by the studio
don't forget to stop in the studio to see all the new and wonderful home and garden accessories. New items appear daily.
Hours; Thursdays, Fridays, 11am-5pm, Saturdays 11am-3pm
or by appointment (807)622-9627

Thursday, May 10, 2012

Magic Mosaic Mushrooms!


Sunday afternoon Mosaic Mushroom Workshop resulted in some fabulous multi-coloured, glittering new mushrooms that will brighten up a few gardens.

These ladies used their love of colour and creating in the studio,
and besides leaving with their completed projects,
I think we have added a few new mosaicists to our group!

Here they are doing the initial piecing of the glass and tiles.

So addicting, bet you can't do just 1...... 

They were so into it and quick, that everyone chose to do 2 mushrooms.

Tuesday evening it was down to the garage to the messy,
but rewarding, job of grouting. 

Here is the messy part...... 




.....and this.....

is the rewarding part! 





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Here is a reminder and a photo of the next scheduled workshop:
Friendly Dragonfly
Wednesday May 23, 7pm-9:30pm
Thursday May24, 7pm-9:30
$48.00
Create this whimsical critter to adorn your garden or a houseplant. You will learn how to work in 2 part resin as well as sculpting in 2 part epoxy. All materials are provided and no skills required.
 
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Also,
Check out our pre-cut glass for sale, for those who would like to do more mosaics.
New mosaic tiles and glass nippers also arrived today!
Over the next few days, we will be posting some great mosaic pieces we have been creating,
in the hopes it will give you some inspirations! 

 

Wednesday, May 2, 2012

CELEBRATE MOMS

Celebrate Moms
at

Vintage Pixie Studio

From now until Mother's Day we will have
25% off everything in the shop
(except workshops and Figurative Art)

"Mothers hold their children's hands for a short while,

 but their hearts forever."

 

Don't forget we have wonderful spring
workshops lined up.

Why don't you bring your mom to a workshop
and spend a wonderful, creative day together?
What a wonderful gift!
To see the workshop lineup,
stop in to the studio or visit
our workshop page here.

Also new to the studio

We now have pre-cut glass for sale, for those who would like to do mosaics at home.

Visit the studio to see our great selection of colours!

The variety of colours are just delicious, and priced to allow you a good palette