March 23rd Newsletter from Random Arts in Saluda, NC
Join Kristi Steiner in this new and exciting workshop ArtFiber Nest on March 29th Art workshops fill us up with energy, inspiration, friendships and lavish support. If only we could sustain these magical ingredients once we return home to our studios. That's the theme for this 3 dimensional birdhouse, a collaged shelter for an ArfiberNest, reminding us of the ingredients so necessary to nurture and protect our creativity. For details, check out our web site or email us.
Cost $95. includes a full day instruction a catered lunch and all kit fees. Some supplies required.
Take a peek inside the "Artfiber Nest"
Annie Fain Liden's "Exploring Triptych Book" There is still available space for Friday and Saturday, April 4th & 5th.
This book structure, also called gate fold or triptych, is a hard cover, multi-needle Coptic book structure with a wonderful twist. The completed book is essentially two books facing each other, both sewn to the same back cover allowing the books to open out like a set of French doors. We will add a more sculptural element to our books by shaping our covers and text pages to reflect the shape of a house and sew a button or bead to each cover, like door knobs, to act as a creative closure for the book. A perfect workshop for the beginning or experienced bookmaker looking to breaks the bounds of the average journal, sketchbook, or artist book structure. Size of the open book is approx 20" (closed book 10") Cost: $150. for 2 days. Some experience necessary Some supplies required.
IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT WE WILL BE CLOSED ON APRIL 6th thru 14th FOR OUR ROAD SHOWS. SORRY TO INCONVENIENCE YOU (you are welcome to visit us in Concord at the INspired Artist Retreat or at The Charlotte Quilt Show)
Just in: Special Issue of Studios published by Cloth Paper Scissors
Explore 101 ways to organize your art space and get a sneak peak at the studios of artists that you have come to admire... such as Beryl Taylor Cheryl Prater, Debbie Crane, Pokey Bolton, Lesley Riley, Jane Wynn, and many many more.
FEBRUARY 26TH 2008
Brrrrrrrrr Another cold wave hits Saluda, but if you like bright sun and wearing a warm coat you will do just fine here for today. After today, back up in the 50's, so this little "blip" of a drop is only temporary.
Now on to the announcements ----
Adventures in Italy 2008 Join Jane Powell, mixed media artist and long time shop keeper for this week long workshop that will focus on the essence of Orvieto, Itlay and its historic surroundings through the use of organic materials, found objects, and a variety of time tested techniques. By combining your "day to day" explorations in Orvieto with workshop time, you will complete a very personal chronicle of your adventures in Italy in book form. Our individual daily experiences, such as visiting a local vineyard, sipping cappuccino with the locals, cooking an Italian feast with other members of the group and exploring the countryside will influence & prompt you to "think outside the box" while creating in a no rules environment with Jane and other like minded artists. I can hardly wait. Deadline for registering for my September adventure in Italy is June 23rd. Any questions or concerns can be emailed to Kristi Steiner, the program facilitator.
Workshop openings This Friday(Feb 29th)Free Mini class is "keeping it simple" using simple components to make fast easy and simple greeting cards. There are 2 openings at 11 and 2 openings at 2pm. Remember these are FREE classes that last one hour and you must call or email to get in. First come first serve.
This Saturday, March 1st Lisa Blackwell, nationally known Precious Metal Clay Artist, will be here teaching her unique PMC Book Necklace. Lisa will be teaching her exclusive,one-of-a kind techniques for working with PMC. This particular class is filled but stay in touch with us for more classes with Lisa.
Caroline Hatchell, awesome jewelry artist from Columbia, SC will be here March 14th and 15th for 3 great little 2 hour workshops. Winged Things - (our first Friday night class ever) starts at 6pm on Fri the 14th. Learn the basic art of mini assemblage while creating a fun and original winged friend. Using a metal stencil or brass letters and basic metal assemblage techniques, you will assemble this sassy little winged thing to adorn your walls or to incorporate into a larger assemblage. Only $40 and there are 3 spaces available Fine Feathered Friends - Sat. 15th 10am till noon - Another short and sweet workshop with Caroline. Birds of a feather have fun playing together! This absolutely adorable mini assemblage is a fun make and take project class that utilizes basic metal assemblage, metal stamping, and wire techniques. Only $40. Shabby Chic Bracelet Sat. 2-4 (THIS CLASS IS FILLED) Using an eclectic mix of vintage buttons, wire and fibers, create a one-of a kind altered art statement in this fun class! Choose from Random Arts large array of beautiful vintage buttons and fabulous fibers and ribbons to create an absolutely adorable "shabby chic" work of wearable art. $45.
KRISTI STEINER'S Artfiber Nest has arrived here in Saluda. Kristi has allowed us to "adopt" this precious jewel for a short time to allow us to "oooh and ahhhh" this treasure. We will all be inspired to sign up for her class here on March 29th after seeing this!. Kristi describes her class this way... Art workshops fill us up with energy, inspiration, friendships and lavish support. If only we could sustain these magical ingredients once we return home to our studios. That's the theme for this 3 dimensional birdhouse, a collaged shelter for an ArfiberNest, reminding us of the ingredients so necessary to nurture and protect our creativity. In this energetic workshop you will learn how to dye and distress fabric, lace and paper for custom colors to make you swoon! Next you'll learn three new techniques to add texture and age to anything - Kristin calls it crusting. Such fun and oh the possibilities for future projects! You will experiment with specialty techniques to ruche ribbon and you'll create 3-dimensional fused flowers to adorn your little birdhouse. Finally, you will build your birdhouse on an new fusible product for the base, all ready to accept your imaginative collage. The crowning glory is the sassy roof, made from wholey paper. Bring your feathers, eggs, and nests and we'll play together building our ArtfiberNest! $95. includes a full day instruction, a catered lunch & kit fee. Some supplies will be necessary to bring to class. List to follow at registration.
Now, that's ONLY what's happening in March --- April continues to get better and better with the following workshops and events...... Explorations with a Triptych Book - Annie Fain-Liden on April 4th & 5th, (spaces still available) We will take our shop on the road to INspired ARtist in Concord,NC (April 10-12th) and to the Charlotte Quilt Show April 11-13th. Voices of Angel Charm Bracelet - April 19th with Louise McClure (spaces still available) Book Art with Savannah Canfield on April 29th (FILLED with waiting list)
New products are arriving daily and with the onset of March, our Spring hours will go back to our regular days... Tuesday through Saturday, 10 am till 5pm.
Look for new magazines, new papers, new accucut dies, new products from ArtGirlz charms, new fibers, new books and lots lots more. Oh yes, new samples of how we filled our wintry days here in Saluda are posted in the shop along with all the upcoming workshop project samples.
Saluda Art Festival is just around the corner and you are invited to be a part of it by setting up a booth showcasing and selling your creative goods. Contact Cathy Jackson at: 828.817.2876 or email her at: sales@cathyjacksonrealty.com Tuesday, January 29th, 2008 Hello from Saluda
Winter is here in full force as most of you know, but that hasn't stopped us from starting our Mini Friday workshops or... our vast list of scheduled artists from near and far. We are kicking off this new year of premier instructors this Sat. Feb 2nd., with Janet Lasher, surface design artist from Charlotte, NC. Janet's Embellished Hand Bound Journal will be the center of attention at this one of a kind class here at Random Arts.
Mini Classes continue on Friday, Feb 1st with adventures with Wholey Paper 11am and 2pm Please pre-register by calling or emailing us. Friday, Feb 8th 11am and 2pm (as usual, I will announce it later - always a pleasant surprise for everyone)
Jewelry Artist Caroline Hatchell returns to Random Arts for 3 exciting new workshops. Choose 1, 2, or 3 of these unique workshops and learn some great new techniques for metal work, jewelry, collage & assemblage. Fri. March 14th - 6-8 pm Winged Things: Learn the basic art of mini assemblage while creating a fun and original winged friend. Using a metal stencil or brass letters and basic metal assemblage techniques, you will assemble this sassy little winged thing to adorn your walls or to incorporate into a larger assemblage. $40 Sat. March 15th - 10-12 Fine Feathers Bird Assemblage: Birds of a feather have fun playing together! This absolutely adorable mini assemblage is a fun make and take project class that utilizes basic metal assemblage, metal stamping, and wire techniques. $40 Sat. March 15th - 2-4 Shabby Chic Button Bracelet: Using an eclectic mix of vintage buttons, wire and fibers, create a one-of a kind altered art statement in this fun class! Choose from Random Arts large array of beautiful vintage buttons and fabulous fibers and ribbons to create an absolutely adorable "shabby chic" work of wearable art. $45.
Kristi Steiner's "Art Fiber Nest" workshop Sat. March 29th
Announcement - Inspired Artist Retreat in Concord, North Carolina April 10, 11 and 12 Join us for a 3 day market fair along with Donna Downey, Kal Barteski, Claudine Hellmuth, Christina Lazar, Stephanie McAtee, Tena Sprenger, Jennifer Stewart
Michael DeMeng announces classes for May here in Saluda Fri. May 9th - Assemblooks $145 Sat. May 10th - Morpheus Box $145 plus a $15. kit fee to Michael Check out his web site for more info on these workshops These classes will fill up fast so it is important to register as soon as possible via email or by calling us at the shop with cc info. Cks can be mailed to us at Random ARts. PO Box 7 Saluda, nc 28773
Book Art Exhibit Press Release - Feb 1st - Feb 16th Random Arts in Saluda & the "Randomly Altered Divas" Book Art Group announces it's first book art show in this area at... The Arts Council of Henderson County- Hendersonville, North Carolina Gallery Open House sponsored by Michaelian Home Opening Night Reception - Friday, February 1, 2008 5:30 pm 7:30 pm
HENDERSONVILLE: The Arts Council of Henderson County and sponsor Michaelian Home will host an exhibition of the works of the local Tarheel Ruggers Guild and the Randomly Altered Divas, a regional group of book artists.
The twenty-six year old Hendersonville based Tarheel Ruggers organization has thirty-nine members who promote traditional American rug hooking as well as contemporary interpretations. Over sixty rugs and hooked objects will be on display, including the works of Sharon Richmond and Mary Granger.
Book art is a mixed-media art form. Each book is a one-of-a-kind art object and each page of the book is a piece of art tied together with a theme. The techniques and materials used are as individual as the artist. Some artist books contain words and/or poetry; while others have no words at all. The exhibit will feature fifty art books. The nine artist Divas group was founded by Jane Powell, one of the shows exhibitors, and owner of Random Arts in Saluda.
The Opening Night Reception will be held from 5:30 pm until 7:30 pm Friday, February 1st. light refreshments and beverages will be served. The exhibit is free and open to the public and runs through February 16th. Gallery Hours: 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm - Tuesday through Friday and 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm on Saturdays. 538 North Main Street, 2nd Floor Hendersonville, NC Call 828-693-8504 for information.
Congratulations... to Susan Edmonson, our friend & facilitator from the Believe in Yourself Retreat for having 6 full color pages, with instructions, for her altered jackets in the latest "Altered Couture" magazine. See Susan's work on page 48, 49, 50, 70, 71 & 72. I love that yellow jacket, it is so "Susan" especially all that personalized stitching. Maybe we can get Susan to teach us how to do some of those embellishments.
NEW PRODUCTS Come here to buy all of Tim Holtz's products including the entire line of crackle paint, all the distress ink colors and reinkers, the sonic distress tools, the felt pads, the acrylic duabers, the grungeboard, and on and on on. WE are somewhat experts on his methods so stop by and ask for a demo.
NEW BOOKS & ZINES Altered Couture - The ultimate guide for artwear enthusiasts Artful Blogging - Visually inspiring online journals Quilting Arts Feb/Mar 2008
Art Making - Collections & Obsessions An intimate exploration of the works and collections of 35 Artists by Lynn Perrella. This full color hard cover book is sure to inspire and motivate the creative soul in all of us. This is "must have" treasure to have tucked in your bedside stand or nearby your studio for those "ah ha" moments.
Check out our blog at: http://www.randomartnotes.blogspot.com
Our website has additional information and updates regarding classes, products etc http://www.randomartsnow.com
Remember that we have limited hours in January and February. 10-5 on Friday and Saturday. Beginning March 1st we will be back to our regular schedule - Tues -Sat. 10-5.
Random Arts 50 E. Main St. Saluda, NC 28773 Open Tues - Sat. 10 am till 5pm Phone/fax 828-749-1165
Tues. Sept 25th
Yes, it's still "summer" here in the mountains although the date might suggest the Autumn Season. Warm temps are turning our summer into more than just 3 months, but we are not complaining. At least I'm not. So, as long as the weather is good, make sure you drive into Saluda to spend some time at our shop to see what's new, what's on sale and what can inspire you.
First of all we want to continue our congratulations to a local artist - - - Congratulations to Louise McClure, jewelry artist from Saluda. Now, her fabulous jewelry has been shown in latest Metalsmith Magazine (page17). She has shown her jewelry making techniques on HGTV and has taught Memory Journal Charms here at Random Arts is a guild member in the Piedmont Craftsmen in Winston/Salem, NC. She also teaches at Ornamentea in Raleigh. Other than that she is busy working on other pieces to be shown in various other publications such as Lapidary Journal & Beads, Baubles & Gems which is all leading up to a new book featuring her unique design style. How lucky are we to have such a talented artist right here in Saluda? We are "scheming up a plan" to have Louise teach a metalsmithing class here every Tuesday night from 6-9. Anyone interested please let me know so we can work out the details with Louise. Details to follow.
FRIDAY FREE MINI CLASS THIS WEEK SEPT 28TH AT 11AM ONLY.... JUST ONE SPACE REMAINS This week you will learn how to create backgrounds on paper with your brayer & resist inks, direct to paper and more. If you have a brayer, please bring it with you to class.
ENCORE! ENCORE! Cheryl Prater's workshop this past Saturday was huge success judging by all the happy participants who were saying things like . . . "This is the best class ever" "She is an awesome teacher" " Please have her come back to Saluda" " I am so happy to have finished this project in one day" " Thank you, thank you, thank you" And then . . . a big round of applause from everyone in attendance.... How's that for happy artists? We are going to give Cheryl a break for a while so she can finish her new book which will be published and available in the fall of 2008. It is going to be very difficult for us to wait that long for the book. Maybe she'll have something else up her sleeve in the Spring.
HOLIDAY RUBBER STAMPS ARRIVING SOON... Yes, it's that time again to start thinking about the upcoming holidays. The weather here certainly doesn't add to the mood but when you're inside cooling off with the air conditioner on, you can start creating those precious "one of a kind" cards for your friends and family. Among the companies that we have ordered from are Penny Black, Hero Arts, Sandi Miller, Judikins, Art Impressions, Stampers Anonymous, and more.
NEW BOOKS arrived today Altered Curiosities by Jane Ann Wynn Mixed-Media Mosaics by Laurie Mika Living the Creative Life by Rice Freeman Zachary Mixed-Media Collage by Holly Harrison In This House by Angela Cartwright Journal Revolution by Karen Dinino & Linda Woods
√ SUPER SALE ON ALL 12 X 12 PAPERS REG. PRICE .75’ NOW 5 for $1.00 That's only 20’ each. While supply lasts you can choose from papers from Penny Black, Basic Grey, 7 gypsies, Design Originals, Anna Griffin and more.
PLEASE CHECK OUT OUR BLOG FOR UP TO THE MINUTE ANNOUNCEMENTS, IDEAS, SALES, CONVERSATION AND CREATIVE INSPIRATION. http:www.randomartnotes.blogspot.com
Sept 17th, 2007
Congratulations to Penny Baugh ( one of our Randomly Altered Divas Group) Penny's artfully sewn book has been published in the Somerset Sew Magazine due out Oct 1st.I recommend calling us to reserve your copy as, more than likely, they will sell out fast.
Congratulations also to Mia Howard of Columbia, SC for her recent work that was published in Somerset Holidays & Celebrations. Mia has a "Passion for Poe" on pages 96 & 97. She has created some really interestinsoldered pieces expressing the life of Edgar Allen Poe. A real enthusiast, for sure. Be sure to pick up a copy next time you visit Random Arts.
Congratulations as well, to Kristi Steiner whose fabric book "I Am A Woman Who..." was also highlighted in Sew Somerset magazine due out Oct 1st. This was the exact book that Kristi taught us how to create last March here in Saluda. Way to go Kristi!
Membership in our Randomly Altered Divas is closed. Thanks to all of you that responded to our request to become a "diva". I KNEW you were out there and if anything opens up we will be sure to contact you in the future.
SALE! on rubber stamps going on now - We have selected a few of our all time favorite, gently used rubber stamps and marked them down 30%. I am really sorry to see some of them go. Oh well, a new home and fresh new ideas for every stamp... ΚUntil supply lasts.
Check THIS OUT - CHANNEL ISLAND, UK ~ "GISELE TAKES ON WHOLEY PAPER" After requesting that I send 2 packages of wholey paper to her in the UK, she immediately took some creative action and found a "whole" new to create with it. Check out her ATC pieces on her blog dated Sat Sept 15th. Actually, all of her work is awesome. Thank you Gisele for sharing with all of us. http://artescapes.blogspot.com
Patti Brady - Golden Artist Colors workshop a HUGE success. Thank you one and all~ 24 creative souls followed the lead of Patti as she "worked" them through the day with acrylic medium sampling and testing of all sorts of seductive products. Now they are asking for more. I guess that means Patti will be back next year for juicy ideas tucked inside her golden apron pocket. She is in the midst of writing a new book so when that is finished she will be back to Saluda.Thank you Patti and everyone else who attended especially those who came from far away. Fun, Fun, Fun!
FREE Friday Mini Classes continue... Sept 21st 11am & 2pm - Stargazers Watercolors Sept 28th 11am only (TBA) Oct 5th 11am & 2pm - Artist Trading Cards
CHERYL PRATER'SΚWORKSHOP - SAT. SEPT 22ND - 2 spaces remain for Cheryl'sΚ collage workshop this coming Saturday. The cost is only $90 and it includes a catered lunch from the Saluda Grade Cafe. Her work has been published on the coverΚ in Jan '07 & featured in May/June of Cloth Paper Scissors. Don't miss the opportunity to create with the Cloth Paper Scissors Cover Girl.
Don't forget to pick up a copy of Cloth Paper Scissors at our shop and learn all about us. They did a feature on our shop in the Sept/Oct issue. Hurrah for us.
Random Arts aprons are here! See them on our blog. Now available at our shop or we can ship. http://www.randomartnotes.blogspot.com
Tuesday, Sept 11th
Hey everyone...
We are back from the "Believe in Yourself" retreat in Blowing Rock and it was an amazing few days for all of us that was filled with more creative energy than you can even imagine. Caroline Hatchell, from Columbia, SC, joined the retreat this year as a bead vendor and makes very very cool jewelry (I think her store was the Bead Cafe). So, we decided that she needed to come to Random Arts to teach these funky pendant pieces on November 2nd and 3rd. I will add the details to my web site and blog this week. Thanks to everyone who traveled to the mountains to see us in our "remote" location". It was great to see all of you, and now that the retreat is but a memory we can move forward to all that's going on right here in Saluda. I will be adding pictures and comments to my blog this week so stay posted for the full report. http://www.randomartnotes.blogspot.com
Friday, Sept 14th "Rusty Little Things". Join in on this FREE Mini Workshop at either 11am or 2pm. You will learn how to transform paper & other surfaces into textured rusty objects in just 1 hour It's fast, easy and it FREE. Call or email now to reserve your space for next Friday.
Patti Brady's workshop on Sat. Sept. 15th is filled, and only a few spaces remain for Cheryl Prater's Collage workshop on Sat. Sept 22nd. Any of you who are interested in Cheryl's class please email or call as soon as possible.
Fri. Sept 28th - Stargazers (Pearl Ex water colors) mini sessions 11 am ONLY - NO 2pm mini class on this date
Fri . Oct. 5th - By special request we are doing Artist Trading Cards for the FREE (1 hour) mini sessions at 11 & 2.
Sat. Oct 20th - Susan Edmonson is teaching the art cuff using fabric, rubber stamps, beading, ribbons,&... sewing.$90(10-4) WANTED!!! More Divas. . . The "Randomly Altered Divas" (formerly the Book Art Group) meet one Sunday a month for 2-3 hours, at the shop, and we are looking for a couple more participants. We are a group of artists who share creative journal exercises, create edgy journals, altered books and much much more. Other activities include unique surface design techniques, book art ideas, art shows and anything artistic that appeals to us as a group. Our only requirement is that you make the commitment to be an active part of our group by attending each meeting & bring creative ideas to the group. See what we do and how we do it and when at: http://www.randomlyaltereddivas.blogspot.com
So, what else is new at Random Arts? Quilting Arts magazine (Sept/Oct) Quilting Arts 2008 Calendar Collage for the creative spirit 2008 Calendar Cloth Paper Scissors (Sept/Oct) See Random Arts featured in living color on pages 64 & 65 Somerset HOLIDAYS & CELEBRATIONS seasonal publication is filled with 170+ wonderful crafting ideas for special occasions. Featured in this issue are "how to's " for Elegant White Christmas cards, festive halloween ATC's, Crepe paper party favors and lots more. New basic grey paper in 6 x 6 paper packs Bird post cards from Cavallini Gingko paper in gold.black, silver and gray (large handmade sheets) Robins Egg Blue & chocolate brown paper (large handmade sheets) Random Words and Random ABC packs Sari Ribbon in lots of beautiful colors Bird & Ephemera adhesives from Cavallini
THERE'S MORE THAN I CAN MENTION.... JUST COME SEE.
NOTICE - Friday October 12th Charlotte workshop postponed. Thanks to all of you who have shown so much interest in this but it just isn't going to be possible this time. Our arrival in the area won't leave us with enough time to set up for the show at Barnful of Quilts and have time to do the workshop.
Thurs. Aug. 30th 2007
Looking for a way to start the labor day weekend? Come on in to Random Arts in Saluda. You know? It's that store that was just featured in Cloth, Paper, Scissors magazine. It's us. Yes, we know, we know, but we are still in the "pause" mood as we try and take it all in. It is so amazing to see the shop, the pictures, me, the whole place right there in CPS in living color. Didn't see it yet? We have copies available here. It's a must have, so come on by and get in on the few spaces remaining for. . . A couple spaces are available in the afternoon on Friday, August 31st for the "spritz me baby" free mini workshop 2pm - 3pm. 828-749-1165 Just call us first thing in the am and we will get you in. No fuss but a muss workshop. No frills just thrills. no rules,no rules, no rules. Come join us at 2pm but remember to call Susan first thing to make sure you can get in. We will be creating with rubber stamps & marvy brush markers and you will leave with a completed card or two.
Cheryl Prater's workshop on Sept 22nd has been opened up to include more participants, so all of you that have been waiting to get in, can call or email us with your registration. Cheryl's Sixtyopoly art work was showcased on the cover of Cloth Paper Scissors in Jan/Feb 2007 and the Modular Media Collage piece, like the one she is doing here, was in the May/June issue of the same publication. Actually this one is just a little different, as it includes 3 modular media pieces that you construct into one. You will create a triptych modular collage that Cheryl also taught at Make It University in Chicago last April to over 100 people. So, now's your chance sit back, enjoy the day and create some art work of your very own with Cheryl. View Cheryl's blog to learn more about her, her work, her effervescent personality and the "sparkle" she adds to "the moment"....... It's all fun, so don't miss out. Class starts at 10 am and the cost is $90. Includes a catered lunch.
OUR BLOG is updated almost everyday. Be sure to read it and comment so we know that you are "out there". You will get the news and information way before I send out an updated email. Visit us in Blowing Rock at the Green Park Inn (hwy 321) at the Believe in Yourself Retreat on Thur.6th or Fri. 7th of Sept. Our shop will be set up there in the Garden or the Laurel Room where we will be displaying & selling our assorted goods for creative mindfulness. You might even run into someone else you know like, Kristi Steiner or Susan Edmonson or some of our customers who have signed up for the retreat. It will be lots of fun. Jen and I would love to have you stop by and say hi. What's new on our shelves... Our new Random Arts T-Shirt is here - size - sm, med, lg, xlg, xxlg, You can order yours by calling us with your cc# . 828-749.1165 New Cloth Paper Scissors (Sept/Oct) features a 2 page spread about Random Arts More new 6 x 6 paper packs from Making Memories More new bird rub ons New stamps from Invoke Arts Cats Life rubber stamps - all new - all exciting will be here Saturday New - robins' egg blue ribbons
There is so much more I cannot even remember everything... but it's here. Believe me!
Thurs. Aug. 23rd, 2007
The wait is over! The time is here! The Random Arts T-shirts have arrived and the are so very cool! The design is organic, earthy and artistic! We have waited a long time to get the right design but the talented & creative Annie Christ in Asheville brought it all together for us with a design that we love! Thanks so much Annie. Now we can get something other than a "coon dog day" t shirt in Saluda. Yay for us.!
Read all about it! Read all about it! Read all about it! We are in the latest issue of Cloth Paper Scissors (Sept/Oct '07). Those creative geniuses there couldn't hold back any longer after all they have been hearing about us. It had to happen sooner or later and later is NOW. Be sure to get your copy and see for yourself what everyone loves about Random Arts. We have ordered lots of copies so there will be one here for you when you get here. We can also send a copy to you as well. But, if your anxious about making sure there's one left for you, call us and we will hold one for you.
NEWNEWNEW Basic Grey- Memory Box 6 x 6 double sided cardstock papers Somerset Studio - Sept/Oct '07 Now available Take Ten with 500 samples of quick and easy stamped cards Belle Armoire Jewelry magazine - beadwork, mixed media, polymer clay, wirework Collage for your Creative Spirit Calendar 2008 now available This calendar was not published for '07 with much disappointment to all of us but with all of our enthusiastic suggestions it is here again for '08. We have an limited supply so call to reserve your copy or stop by. An exciting renaissance in the form of collage, assemblage and mixed media is awakening a world community of women artists. Collage offers creative self-expression for people at every skill level to discover the joy that comes from making art. The Collage for Your Creative Spirit 2008 wall calendar celebrates the journey to find the artist within, to shift the mind from artwork to artplay! Bird Punch with delicate branch and leaf detail Holly Punch - newly designed with sweet little berries, too! Get a jump on the holidays! Mixed Media Collage Book by Holly Harrison Compendium Post Cards and Journals - Great Price - Great Gift Holiday Stamps from Stampington Bird, nest and wire unmounted stamps from Stampington Tim Holtz/Stampers Anon. unmounted stamp sets #1 Take Flight #2 Natures Moments Invoke Arts rubber stamps --- lots of bird images both unmounted and mounted. Love 'em Pendant Circles - these are heavy duty with great body & are ready to use with diamond glaze, resin or UTEE Golden Crackle Paste Carving Blocks and carving tools New ARTgirlz charms Random Paper Packs both large and small - priced right! "it's 5 o'clock somewhere" garden picks. Hot, Hot, Hot Vintage record albums - large selection Great for altered art - The covers are awesome and we have an eclectic collection of some very cool artists. Vintage National Geographic in mint condition $1.00 each 18 for $12. Most maps in place. Cavallini papers, note sets, bird stamp sets, butterfly stamp sets, bird stickers, ephemera stickers & more Teeny Tiny Cards ( This is the book that I am in!)
Coming Soon... Tim Holtz "Distress Crackle Paints"
Workshops at Random Arts in August
FREE mini 1 hour workshops on the following Fridays at 11 am or 2pm. You choose which one you want to attend. Aug. 31st - Spritz me Baby More FREE 1 hour workshops for Fridays in Sept will be on the schedule as well. Stay in touch for more details. Another announcement We will be in Blowing Rock at the Green Park Inn on Sept 5th through the 7th for the "Believe in Yourself" retreat with Kristi Steiner and Susan Edmonson. Our assorted goods will be available to all in our booth so if you are in the area or choose to visit Blowing Rock that week, please stop by and see us.
More online products available soon...keep checking back & look for the Pay Pal button for each item.