Perfect for Holiday Gifts!!

Falling Into Craftiness- Leaf-Printing on Fabric
Saturday November 21st, 2pm - 3:30pm

Leaf-printing is a fun and easy printmaking method. Using fabric screen printing ink and real leaves, students will create unique, one-of-a-kind fabric art on tote bags, clothing, scarves, or whatever they would like to try! We will also try leaf-printing on paper to make some unique gift tags or cards.

There is NO experience necessary to jump right into this craft, so NO WORRIES! It is easy and fun and yields awesome results no matter what your printmaking experience is.

Kids welcome! This craft is suitable for ages 5 and up, but we do need a parent/guardian there to work with their child. For each parent who registers for the class, one child 10 and under can attend for free.

$20-- Provided by instructor: screen printing ink, brushes, brayers, 1 small 8" x 9" tote bag to print on. Students need to bring: Fabric to print on for additional projects- this can be t-shirts, scarves, shawls, socks, tote bags, table runner, skirts, etc. The fabric should be smooth (i.e. no terry cloth or knits), and fairly light in color to allow the ink to show up well.

Instructor: Grace Kendall, Litchfield, ME

More info here: http://sweetlandretreat.com/workshops.htm

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Card Making!

Quick Card Technique
Wednesday November 11th, 6pm - 8pm

Join Lorna and Maryanne for an evening of fun with cardmaking! You will learn how to make 10 cards out of one 8 1/2 x 11" sheet of decorative scrapbook paper. Additional decorative papers, including holiday themed designs, along with ribbon, brads, stamps, and other embellishments will be available to create your cards.

We will think 'outside the box' and you will discover just how easy and fun this is. You will be amazed! Instructions will be handed out at the class, examples will be provided, and door prizes are drawn at the end of the class. This class is stress-free and the only thing you have to do is HAVE FUN! All ages are welcome.

$15 includes all supplies

Instructor: Lorna Plourde, Gardiner, ME

More info here: http://sweetlandretreat.com/workshops.htm

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Soothe your soul

Meditation in Motion "MAGIC STEPS" - let's dance
Saturday November 7th, 10am - 3pm

From many ancient cultures archaic dancing sequences have been handed down, which have direct impact on our consciousness and our abilities of perception. To practice them is a form of meditation in motion, which opens the door to a conscious experience of the unity of body, mind, and soul. The roots of theses magic steps are thousands of years old.

They address human archetypes which are hardly lived anymore in our modern times, as they are so devoid of conscious rituals.

These movement sequences are quite easy to learn and open the door to a space beyond our every day worries and the constant struggle with our past and our future. This seminar is an invitation to deal with your own being, physical body, and originality.

A part of the training will be accompanied by live music and each dancer has the opportunity to work on the connection of rhythm, voice, and dance.

Students should wear loose, comfortable clothing. Bring a bag lunch. The workshop will take place in two sessions of two hours each with an hour lunch break.

$60 per person

Instructor: Joao Carlos Bordallo, Portland, ME

More info here: http://sweetlandretreat.com/workshops.htm

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Making paint-- not just for Sorcerers anymore!

The Grind: Making Oil Paint by Hand - FREE hands-on demo!
Tuesday October 20th, 6pm - 7:30pm

Ever wonder what goes into making a tube of oil paint? Come and participate in a hands-on demonstration where you will learn how to make your own oil paint from scratch! Discuss the different properties of various oils and what would work best for you as an artist. Making your own paint can save hundreds of dollars a year on supplies and is a technique that is easier than you think!

Free: The event is free but please register so that we can keep track of attendance. (If you would like to make your own paint to take home there is a supply fee of $5 per tube made.)

Instructor: Jamie Ribisi-Braley, Manchester, ME

More info here: http://sweetlandretreat.com/workshops.htm

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A workshop that feels good!

Natural Body Scrub Workshop
Wednesday October 7th, 6pm - 7pm

Create an assortment of all natural body scrubs - great for yourself or for gift-giving. You will leave the workshop with 3 finished 8oz containers of your own mixtures of body scrubs (more containers may be purchased at the class). Scrubs will be made from a base of sugar or salt and feature your choice of ingredients including: pumpkin, coffee, almond & orange extracts, lemon balm, essential oils, and much more. All ages are welcome- make this a family event!

$16 per person, includes all supplies

Instructor: Joy Ribisi, Manchester, ME

More info here:http://sweetlandretreat.com/workshops.htm

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Upcoming Workshop- Card Creations!

Card Creations From the Heart
Wednesday September 23rd, 6pm - 8:30pm

Join Lorna and Maryanne for an evening of fun with cardmaking. An example of what Lorna and Mary Anne will be teaching you is how to make 10 cards out of 1 piece of 8 1/2 x 11" sheet of decorative scrapbook back ground paper and how to make 12 cards with matching envelopes out of a used calendar.

We will think 'outside the box' and you will discover just how easy and fun this is. You will be amazed!!!!. This is just an example of what Lorna and Maryanne can teach you. Instructions are handed out at the class and door prizes are drawn at the end of the class.

This class is stress-free and the only thing you have to do is HAVE FUN!

$15 includes all supplies

Instructor: Lorna Plourde, Gardiner, ME
Lorna retired from Central Me. Power after 36 1/2 yrs. of service. She & her assistant Maryanne McCullough have 15+ years of stamping experience each. "We enjoy card making and always looking for new and unique ways to make cards. We do this as a hobby, that's why we enjoy it so much."

More info here: http://sweetlandretreat.com/workshops.htm

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Upcoming class: Watercolor ~Register Now!

Watercolor- Don't Be Afraid To Jump In!
Saturday September 19th, 2pm - 4pm

After a brief time of exploring what watercolor can/cannot do, we will "dive in" to an easy, pre-drawn (by Melissa) still life, finding the darkest darks and learning to leave lots of white paper.

Perfect as a beginner or refresher course...don't be afraid to jump in!

$23 ($20 class fee, plus $3 paper supply fee payable to instructor)

Required supplies: Watercolor paint--either tubes or paintbox style--can be quite simple and inexpensive, a medium size "round" brush, and a small detail brush.

Instructor: Melissa Post van der Burg, Augusta, ME

More info here: http://sweetlandretreat.com/workshops.htm

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