Saturday's Polymer Clay Techniques led by Dee was an intensive and informative class that introduced participants to the endless possibilities of working with this medium. The use of push molds, texture, layering, mica powder and antiquing with paint was fully explored. Final embellishments included gems and touches of Lumiere metallic paint that gave each piece that "bling factor". Students left with six beautiful tags that could be used as ornaments or gifts. This class was the perfect introduction to polymer clay in preparation for a future class called Mosaic Mirrors, where students will make their own clay titles and adhere them to a mirror frame.
Friday night's Adorn Thyself class at Bishop's Stock was a wonderful gathering of creative freinds. Everyone came prepared with their bead collection along with twenty more beads to add to the "bead swap". The first demonstration was how to make a sliding slip knot necklace using a focal point bead. Next, we made "stretchy" bracelets adding charms and ribbons. This class was a relaxing way to socialize and share ideas while making beautiful and unique adornments.
Saturday's Mixed Media Painting Discovery Workshop hosted by The Queen's Ink in Savage Mill, Maryland, proved to be yet another fabulous journey into self-expression and TRUST! Sharon set the tone initially by having everyone take a few mediative moments to let go of all their hassles and worries. She asked everyone to create the mindset that this class would be about tru
sting their intuition. Students were put to the test immediately as they quickly and decisively selected their paint palette consisting of three colors. It was apparent from the start that this group of women were willing to put their fears and self-doubt (about painting) aside and let their inner wisdom shine through. As each one of the 12 steps was revealed, the paintings began to take on a life of their own reflecting personal affirmations and colorful expression. Although this class was designed for artists with little or no painting experience, it was surely a testament that we all have the creative force within us that is just waiting to be released. And release it - they did! Everyone left with a "ready to hang" canvas while knowing confidently in their hearts that we are all "Queen of the Arts".
Buddhas and Beads owners Spirit, Brad and Coolie travel the world collecting exotic and distinctive beads, baubles, amulets and trinkets to sell in their West Ocean City store. Give yourself ample time to browse through the thousands of colorful beads made from stone, shell, wood, metal, clay and glass, while surrounded by eclectic sculptures, masks and antiques. You'll find everything from Indonesian hand carved items to intricate metal Tibetan Prayer Book holders. The store literally takes you on a journey around the world.
paint to create surface quality and focal point interest. It truly was a journey into self discovery and confidence. One student even described it as "art therapy".
New Work by Deborah Rolig 
Due to unforeseen circumstance, this weekend's workshops have been postponed. The Wonderful Wine Glasses Workshop has been rescheduled for Friday, May 20, 2011. The Mixed Media Painting Discovery Workshop has been rescheduled for
Saturday, May 21, 2011. If unable to attend the new schedule workshops, please contact Bishop Stock at 410-632-3555 for a refund. We are sorry for any inconvenience and look forward to seeing you in May.
I love Etta James. I love this cabinet. I love the price I paid for this cabinet - $5. What I disliked was the cabinet was never organized. So finally, after many moves, lots of life changes, it is at last the way I always envis
ioned it...ORGANIZED! 
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