It's that time of year...

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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Adorn Thyself

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.

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Mixed Media Techniques Fit for a Queen

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 trusting 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".

ShaDeeLa Discovers a Treasure Chest of Unique and Rare Finds!

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.

After collecting your perfect variety of treasures, join us for a fun and relaxing ShaDeeLa Workshop called Adorn Thyself where we will help you to create your own special and unique fashion statement in the form of a necklace and bracelet. Don't forget to pick up 20 extra beads for our "Bead Swap"! It's going to be a fun night!

BUDDHAS AND BEADS

Ocean Gateway Village Shopping Center

12638 Ocean Gateway, West Ocean City, MD 21742

Call (410)213-7008 for store hours.

Building a Foundation...

Saturday's Mixed Media Painting Discovery Workshop was a great success and a valuable learning experience for all involved. Designed for budding artists with little or no painting experience, ShaDeeLa instructors guided them step by step on how to build a painting and trust that the end result would be a painting they would be proud to hang on their wall, students realized that this might require a leap of faith.

Based on 12 easy steps, students were able to witness the process of building a foundation and layering 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".

As each painting unfolded and blossomed into it's final stage, it was clear that something special had happened during this class. Not only did students learn to trust their creative intuition, they confirmed to themselves that their hearts were able to open up into a beautiful expression of art.

For those who were unable attend this fabulous workshop and would like the opportunity to do so, please check our workshop page for additional Mixed Media Painting Discover Workshops.




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Friday Night Fun....

Wonderful Wine Glasses Workshop at Bishop's Stock

Sharon provides instructions...

First up, spring inspired cherry blossoms...

Georgia works on branches...

Margot adds blossoms.

Next, everyone gets creative....

Bonnie's olive inspired design...

Kim's flower power.

And, of course, you need something to put in the glasses...

can you guess what the workshop giveaway was?

Lucky winner Libera knows...