We had a busy Saturday at The Studio. First, we had thirteen 9 and 10 year olds for a Birthday Party. We painted UNICORNS.
Then we had a “Paint Your Home” Party where Barbara and Jackie created these beautiful works of art. A couple of other painters had a few more finishing touches they want to do before call it done.
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Last night we held a fundraiser for the Phoenix Project. We had a great turnout…and we had a LOT of fun. Thanks to everyone who helped make it a big success for a great organization. Learn more about the Phoenix Project here.
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It’s time to start thinking about making Holiday gifts for family and friends. Here is an easy but elegant scarf you can make for the fashionistas on your list. Join us to learn how to make this one while learning to double crochet and read a pattern. Our class will be on Tuesday, November 7th at 6 pm. Click here for more info and to register. And remember, “Crochet – It’s not just for Grannies anymore!”
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We painted Pumpkin Door Hangers in the kid’s class yesterday….and they turned into Punkin’ Heads!
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One of the things I love about our Adult Art classes at The Studio is that students get to know one another and feel comfortable sharing and asking for opinions on their work. Recently in class Michele painted this fabulous abstract and as she was trying to decide what it needed to finish she consulted with the other students in the class for their opinions. (Logan is giving her thoughts in this photo.) I love how everyone feels comfortable to ask one another knowing they’ll get several ideas and all will be given with encouragement. Great work Michele…and everyone in the class for wanting to help all the students do their very best. Keep painting!
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Someone recently shared with me a photo of a bowl “mitt” for those of us who love hot food in a bowl but get tired of holding it with a tea towel. Theirs was quilted but I worked up a crochet one this week to give it a try. It worked great. It would be hard to write a crochet pattern as everyone’s bowls are different sizes. I’m going to try to make a few others for other size bowls I have.
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Here is a poncho that I made several years ago and have worn it many, many times. It’s my favorite. It is a simple design but very functional. We will have a poncho class soon. Start thinking about the yarn you want for your design.
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Ponchos are making a comeback. And I for one LOVE THEM! They are super comfy and warm and if you find the right yarn they are super cute! I just finished this one using some really interesting yarn by Bernat called Dimensions. The color is Purple Swirl. Love it! We will have a Design your own Poncho class soon. Stay tuned. In the meantime we have the “Crochet Like Knit” class coming up Tuesday. Check it out here.
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October is Breast Cancer Awareness month – the annual campaign to increase awareness of the disease. While most people are aware of breast cancer, many forget to take the steps to have a plan to detect the disease in its early stages and encourage others to do the same. 
We know many people who have survived this terrible cancer and several friends wanted to get together to create a piece of art to help with awareness. Their awareness ribbons turned out AWESOME! Great work ladies. You all ROCK! And thanks for rocking The Studio yesterday. That is the most fun we have had at Open Studio in a long, long time.
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A few more photos from the trip to Capon Springs. Here is the spring house. The sign above the door says, “Capon Springs – called by local Indian tribes Cape-Cape-pe-pon (the healing waters) rises through 1600 feet of rock, the last 300 feet being sandstone-a natural filter. The flow-100 gallons a minute – has been undiminished for centuries. It’s origin unknown.”
Wednesday night after Bingo they served a homemade pizza snack. Yum. It was made in their huge brick oven where they also make tons of bread which they serve at all meals. Every morning at 8:30 the flag is raised in a ceremony and the National Anthem is sung proudly by all who attend. Traditions are alive and well at Capon Springs. It is such a beautiful place.
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