SALVAGED Inspiration

Reclaimed Wood Heart

-Do you scavenge for little treasures when taking a walk or wallow amongst the chaos in an antique store?

-Do you see possibilities in a rusted nail or a broken piece of jewelry?

-Do you have a fond love for weathered objects and find beauty in what others may consider as junk?

At ShaDeeLa, we think there is just something incredible about old wood, weathered surfaces and patina metal that produces the most beautiful array of textures and colors. We covet our stashes of rusty treasures, broken objects and vintage jewelry envisioning how they will play into our next piece of art.

Join ShaDeeLa for the SALVAGED WOOD HEART Workshops this March at The Green Doors  and in April at The Queen’s Ink as we adorn a reclaimed wooden heart with a creative combination of meaningful elements transforming into a lovely finished piece of art.

ShaDeeLa Creative Workshops is excited to share this unique and creative project as you up-cycle something old into something new and something new into something old. 

2014 is Your Year for CREATIVITY!

Who will be the special someone to receive this unique Valentine gift?

Adorn two Mason jars with vintage-style imagery and Valentine themed embellishments. Join ShaDeeLa at The Queen’s Ink on February 7^th from 6-9 pm to create this memorable gift that you can fill to the brim with delight! Visit our Workshop Schedule page for additional details.

Realign Your Thoughts through Creativity

Uncap repetitive inner dialogue that hinders your happiness and self-expression as you create your Soul Affirmations Fabric Journal. ShaDeeLa will guide you through the steps of recognizing the power of positive thoughts and self-nurturing awareness.

We encourage you to bring along any iconic charms, pieces of jewelry, fabrics and threads to embellish and personalize your fabric journal. Visit the required supply list on our Workshop Schedule page so you can gear up!

The dates for this incredible workshop are:

-February 8^th at The Queen’s Ink, Savage, Maryland

-March 8^th at The Old Firehouse in Snow Hill, Maryland 

-March 22^nd at Artistic Artifacts in Alexandria, Virginia

Vintage Glass Bottles Repurposed as Works of Art

Whenever we come across an empty glass bottle or a broken piece of jewelry, old or new – it is difficult for us to throw it away. There are endless ways to renew, embellish and display them.

Twice during the past two months ShaDeeLa had the privilege of teaching “Bottled Curiosities” Workshops at The Queen’s Ink in Savage Mill, Maryland. Some of the techniques that were taught included, how to search for antique bottles, the application of embellishments and our signature antiquing secrets.

Amazing creativity and passion were expressed in each of the artists completed bottles. We were enlightened by the amount of originality that surfaced in these workshops.

Join us for our upcoming “Bottled Curiosities” Workshops at The Serenity Shoppe in Snow Hill, Maryland on August 24^th and at The Queen’s Ink in Savage Mill, Maryland in October (dates to be announced).

Visit our Facebook page to see what innovative artists of all skill levels can create.

Tiny Treasures...

Saturday's Altered Shadow Box Workshop proved to be an interesting peek into people's lives as objects and the stories behind them were shared and observed. 

Students brought in their tiny treasures, along with donations for the “share bowl,” to be thoughtfully placed within the many little niches of their box. Layering, distressing, design and depth of field were just a few of the techniques demonstrated. 

It was fascinating to see and hear the stories develop as each Shadow Box came to life. As always, in true ShaDeeLa style, we laughed, had fun and realized that it's the "small" things that count and everyone has their story to tell. 

After all, "One man's trash is another man's treasure"......

Melt those Winter Blues away...

with an inspirational ShaDeeLa Workshop!

We are offering four great workshops in February and March at the Kent Island Federation of Arts (KIFA) studio. Located just one mile past the Chesapeake Bay Bridge in the lovely neighborhood of Stevensville, Maryland, the creative atmosphere at KIFA will warm your artistic spirit.

All skill levels are welcome. Early enrollment is encouraged due to limited class size. Call KIFA at 410.643.7424 and register today.

Tell them ShaDeeLa sent you!

Polymer Clay Techniques

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.

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And the winner is...

Congratulations Joy,

winner of the ShaDeeLa "Embrace Your Art" Basket and envy of all!

Have fun creating.

Love is in the air...

ShaDeeLa Artist's and Bishop's Stock Gallery was the perfect combination for creating handmade Valentine Cards.

Wine

and chocolate tasting,

paired with watercolors, color pencils, glitter and glue.

End result? Happy smiles and one-of-a-kind cards.

Check out other photos on Facebook!

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