Monday, April 30, 2012

UP-COMING CLASSES:

Here's May and part of June. We will be adding more and remember
you can arrange a Private Class for 4 or more at no additional charge.
Private Classes are great for celebrations of any kind, birthdays, showers,
bridal preparations, girl-time, gifts or just because!
We can create a class for you or you can choose from our
scheduled classes, past and present.

LAMPSHADE ROMANCE
Christina will provide each student with a wire lampshade frame,
your canvas for this creative project.
Come learn how to turn this simple item of scrap into
your own original piece Romantic Art with vintage fabrics,
lace & trims, fabric flowers (See May 10th class), charms,
crystals, keys, buttons, photo's, etc.
Your shade can be added to a lamp or converted into
a hanging candelier by adding a chained votive.
The possibilites are endless!
All materials provided. "Plus Snacks!"
Saturday, May 5th from 11am - 3pm
#LSR   $48.00

 
FABRIC FLOWERS
from Rag Ribbon & Scraps
BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND!
In this unique class, you will learn to make a variety of
fabric flowers from rag ribbon and scrap fabrics, freshwater pearls,
feathers, beads and more.
These flowers can be used to embellish frames,
lampshades (See May 5th class),
curtains, pillows, as hair accessories, brooches
or to embellish clothing. Even as a bow for a gift box.
You will be able to turn your pieces into hair clips or brooches
to take home with you along with the knowledge to
create more on your own.
All materials are included.
*Snacks Provided!*
Thursday, May 10th from 6pm - 9pm
#LSR  $31.00



 

NESTING NECKLACE
In this creative 5 hour workshop,
you will learn basic metal etching and patina
along with some wire-wrapping to create your
very own nesting necklace.
Assorted metals, wire, freshwater pearls
and other beads, vintage keys, charms &
crystals, fabrics and chain, will all be
a part of this piece.
All materials provided.
*Snacks Too!*
Saturday,May 19th from 11am - 4pm
#NNWS  $62.00




 
FOREVER NESTS
w/Christina-Momma
Learn to make a basic wire-wrapped nest then solder it
and add eggs of pearls or other semi-precious stones.
This piece will be used in your choice of a bracelet or necklace
to take home with you. We will be doing simple soldering
so no experience is required.
All materials included.
*Snacks, too!*
Wed, May 23rd from 5pm - 9pm
#FNWCM  $54.00

 

GYPSY JUNK NECKLACE
w/Christina-Momma
Create a fun necklace with assorted vintage
& found elements such as keys, buttons, stones,
feathers, shells, tokens, and other scraps.
Simple soldering will be done on your choice of crystal
or gem. There is no need for any experience.
All materials will be provided but feel free to bring
anything you think you might like to add to your piece.
*Snacks included, also!*
(This class is limited to 8 students at a time.)
Saturday, June 5th from 6pm - 9:30pm

 

NEST FINDINGS JEWELRY
w/Christina-Momma
You decide whether you would like to create either a necklace
or a bracelet. Then you will learn to make wire-wrapped nests
which will then be soldered and filled with eggs of
pearls and gem stones. Your nest will be attached to your
necklace or bracelet which you will have created from
velvets, ribbons, scrap silks, leather, chains, vintage buttons,
beads, etc.
All materials will be provided for this workshop and as always,
additional supplies will be available for purchase.
*Lunch included!*
(This class is limited to 8 students at a time.)
Saturday, June 9th from 10am - 5pm
#NFJ  $88.00



To sign up for classes you can either come into the studio or
Main Street Vintage or
email us at: artcircusstudio@comcast.net
or send a facebook message to:
Christina Kuntz
or call
(503)740-6512
And remember,
we have all sorts of creative supplies for purchase in our studio.
Hope to see you all soon!
xoxo, Chris/Momma & Kimberly


Sunday, April 29, 2012

MOMMA'S HOME!

And wait 'til you see what I've been up to!
After 5 days at Terri Brush's Art Camp and the Plucky Maidens Junkfest,
It's finally time to share a little:
Busy creating. That's the back of my camp sister's head (Debra Welsh).
Such a sweetheart!

Kristen Robinson teaching some resin pouring techniques.

Boxes from our cigar-box exchange.
"Wow", these girls are so clever and creative!

Terri Brush made this one, of course.






I made this one with vintage mermaids on all sides and inside the lid.
Now that I've seen everyone else's, I feel like I should have done more.

This one was from my camp sister (Debra Welsh).
It had a travel theme which is totally me and you should
have seen all the goodies inside. Assorted craft elements,
slipper socks, scarf, Queen coffee mug, and a flowering plant.
I felt so spoiled! Thanks again, sweet Deb!

Here's the table full of original jewelry made
by Ruth Rae and Kristen Robinson,
two of our three teachers at art camp.

Just a couple of the many pieces I created there.

Wish I had gotten more pictures but I was so busy making art
that I didn't want to stop to take photo's.
Or I was weighted to my chair from eating so much delicious
food Joy Bayer lovingly prepared for us.
Thanks Joy (Auntie's) and all the camp helpers, Ruth & Kristen
and a very special "Thank you" to Terri Brush
for putting on this wonderful event.
Love you all!
xoxo,
Christina Kuntz/Momma

Friday, April 6, 2012

BEAUTIFUL BLOOMS

Check out what I made in the studio the other day:
Learn how to make these and and several other styles of scrap fabric flowers at my next class. FABRIC FLOWERS From Rag Ribbon & Scraps on wednesday, April 11th from 6pm - 9pm $28.00 There are still openings so sign up NOW! xoxo, Chris/Momma

Wednesday, April 4, 2012

FIRST FRIDAY ARTWALK 4/6/12

Drop by Art Circus Studio this Friday!
Our featured artists this month will be us!
Christina Kuntz (Momma from MACK & MOMMA)
and
Kimberly Poloson
We will have arts and crafts available for purchase
as well as hats (Perfect for Easter) and supplies.
*Food and drink to keep you happy.
Special Gifts to guests pre-registering for classes.
Main Street Vintage & Art Circus Studio
will be open until 9:00pm.
Hope to see you there!
xoxo, Chris/Momma & Kimberly

Monday, April 2, 2012

Vintage Style Paper Flowers

VINTAGE STYLE PAPER FLOWERS
w/Alicia Justus
In this class, taught by the very talented Alicia Justus
of Red Star Art, you will learn to make vintage style
flowers from crepe paper using 1920's patterns and
other vintage flower making elements. Your bouquet
will compliment your spring decor and make a perfect
addition to any vase or vintage bottle. How about
custom wedding flowers?
*All supplies will be provided and additional materials
will be available for purchase to use in future projects.
Wed., May9th from 6pm - 9pm
#VSPF $26.00


*Remember that we have a variety of supplies and tools
available for purchase from our studio every day!
CHECK BACK OFTEN FOR NEW CLASSES & PICTURES!
xoxo, Chris/Momma & Kimberly




Lampshade Romance

LAMPSHADE ROMANCE
by Christina Kuntz
Christina will provide each student with a wire
lampshade frame, the canvas for this creative project.
Learn how to turn this simple piece of scrap into your
own art original! An assortment of Romantic, vintage
elements will be provided. Such as lace & trims, burlap
& other fabrics, flowers (See Class for April 11th),
charms, crystals, keys, buttons, vintage photo's, etc.
Your shade can be added to a lamp or converted into a
hanging candlier by adding a chained votive cup.
The possibilites are endless!
*All materials provided. Plus Snacks!*
Sat., May 5th from 11am - 3pm
#LSR #48.00


*Remember that we have a variety of supplies and tools
available for purchase from our studio every day!
CHECK BACK OFTEN FOR NEW CLASSES & PICTURES!
xoxo, Chris/Momma & Kimberly




Open Studio Workshop

OPEN STUDIO WORKSHOP
w/Kimberly Poloson
In this workshop you will be exploring a variety
of different techniques for creating texture,
dimension and layers to achieve a distressed
vintage look. Kim will share her unique
techniques and encourage you to
explore your own hidden talents.
Come dressed in your grubs or smock.
Workshop includes: 2-16"x20" masonite boards,
paint, glue, texture paste, sandpaper & tools,
latex gloves, vintage ephemera, buttons, ribbons
& an assortment of art papers.
*Bring your own sack-lunch.
Additional creative elements will be available
for purchase if you so desire.
Sat., Apr.28th from 10:30am - 5pm
#MM&CW $75.00


 
*Remember that we have a variety of supplies and tools
available for purchase from our studio every day!
CHECK BACK OFTEN FOR NEW CLASSES & PICTURES!
xoxo, Chris/Momma & Kimberly




Bird Houses w/Tawny Maclean

BIRD HOUSES w/Tawny MacLean
These whimsical bird houses are sure to put a
Smile on your face. Come learn how to turn a 4"
wooden bird house into a charming decoration.
Different mediums will be taught to finish one
complete house, such as decopage, encaustics, paper
& fabric embellishing, etc.Have a broken piece of
jewelry that you can't seem to toss? Bring that &
make your piece a truely, "One-of-a-kind!"
*All materials included.*
Thu., Apr.19th from 6pm - 9pm
#BHWTM $33.00

*Remember that we have a variety of supplies and tools
available for purchase from our studio every day!
CHECK BACK OFTEN FOR NEW CLASSES & PICTURES!
xoxo, Chris/Momma & Kimberly




Beginning Painting & Collage

BEGINNING PAINTING & COLLAGE
w/Kimberly Poloson
Demonstrating Basic Layering
And Collage Techniques
Incorporating Paint, Decorative Art Paper
& Found Elements
*Supplies included*
(Could get messy so wear your grubs!)
Tue., Apr.17th from 12pm - 3pm
#BPCT $35.00
or





Wed., Apr.18th from 6:30pm - 9:30pm
#BPCW $35.00







*Remember that we have a variety of supplies and tools
available for purchase from our studio every day!
CHECK BACK OFTEN FOR NEW CLASSES & PICTURES!
xoxo, Chris/Momma & Kimberly