STURBRIDGE
PRE-REGISTERED WORKSHOPS

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JUNE 2, 3, & 4, 2011
Thursday, Friday & Saturday

THURSDAY, JUNE 2
9 ~ NOON

FRUIT AND CHEESE PLATTER
CATHERINE TEN DEN ~ CANADA
Party on! Prepare a tray filled with many varieties of realistic cheese and fruits. Students will learn how to work with modeling compounds, mixing colors & textures.
$35 1646 Calypso St. Limoges, ONT CANADA K0A 2M0 (613) 443-3032 thomastreasures@cheerful.com
1646 Calypso St. Limoges, ONT CANADA K0A 2M0 thomastreasures@cheerful.com (613) 443-3032

THURSDAY, JUNE 2
1 ~ 4

INTIMATE WEAR
CATHERINE TEN DEN ~ CANADA
Students will make and embellish either a corset or two piece undergarment on a torso, learning to dress a torso, bow making & miniature rose making.
$40
1646 Calypso St. Limoges, ONT CANADA K0A 2M0 thomastreasures@cheerful.com (613) 443-3032

THURSDAY & FRIDAY, JUNE 2nd - 8-5 & 3rd - 8-4
TWO DAY CLASS

VILLAGE TOY SHOP
FRED COBBS ~ GEORGIA
Or, make it a book store or antique shop. Your choice. Students will begin with a basic wood shop, then add stucco, beams and exposed brick peeking through to bring the charm of Old England to life. A glass paned bow-window adds the atmosphere of an Anton Pieck print. Students will add a faux slate roof, real slate sidewalk & copper gutter & downspout. Carve "stones" in the chimney and base area below the window. 13"X 13" interior has glowing coals in fireplace and tile floor. Interior lighting and transformer provided. Make a vine to add realism to the side wall. Access to two floors through the front roof, door & front sidewalk window. Lighting and transformer is provided. Class size is limited. This is the first building of a 3 shop Tudor Street Scene. For a complete set of photos, contact Fred. Those who make all three pieces will receive a courtyard base and town fountain as a special gift.
$285
P O Box 1613 Buford, Ga. 30515 fredcobbs@bellsouth.net (770) 831-9959

THURSDAY & FRIDAY, JUNE 2nd & 3rd
9 ~ 4
TWO DAY CLASS

MILADY'S CHAMBERS ¼"
JUDITH OAK ANDRAKA ~ PENNSYLVANIA
Learn to work with LED's and construct a charming two-room vignette of Milady's private chambers. The two room setting can be done in either Medieval style or as an Adobe Hacienda - indicate choice when registering to guarantee preferred window treatment. In addition to a lighted fireplace and wall sconces to light the interior, the rooms include lighting outside the windows, illuminating a magnificent view of the surrounding countryside. The end walls suggest rooms behind them with a dim light to beckon you in. All lighting and the regal bed and stools are included. A ceiling with either rafters and beams or vigas and latillas is included. If desired, the student may leave ceiling off for better viewing. A frame or plastic box is included. During construction of room box, students will learn to make and install LED lighting. Students will receive a tool and supply list.
$150
1588 Lake Road, Trout Run, PA 17771 jandraka@jaf-jar.com (570) 998-9339

FRIDAY, JUNE 3
MORNING CLASS
9 ~ NOON

WATERCOLOR CLASS OF COUNTRY ROAD
JOSEPHINE MEYER ~ NEW YORK
If a country setting is your painting choice, then this sublime treasure in the style of Pissaro must be added to your art gallery - or room box wall. Josephine leads you every step of the way in creating a masterpiece. 2 ¼" X 3" Frame is included. Bring several fine brushes plus a liner brush.
$85
158 Clubhouse Dr., Carmel, NY joart@att.net (845) 225-1961

FRIDAY, JUNE 3
AFTERNOON CLASS
1 ~ 4

WATERCOLOR CLASS ~ WATER LILIES
JOSEPHINE MEYER ~ NEW YORK
Time to release your inner Monet, using water soluble oil paints, to create an original water scene with water lilies. 2 ¼" X 3" frame included. Not a painter? After this class you will be! Bring several fine brushes including a liner brush.
$80
158 Clubhouse Dr., Carmel, NY joart@att.net (845) 225-1961

TROPICAL DRINKS
MICHELE KELLY, MASSACHUSETTS
As featured in Dolls House and Miniature Scene magazine 2009. Student will make 3 cocktails in handblown custom-made glassware of their choice. We will decorate the drinks with delicate parasols made by student. Fruit garnish, straws, ice and flowers will be provided. All tools and material provided by teacher. Bring your favorite pair of tweezers & magnification if necessary. Will be working with low-odor resin.
$60  381 Main Street 2R , Oxford, MA 01540 Miniart30@yahoo.com (860)335-9369

FRIDAY, JUNE 3
FULL DAY CLASSES
9 ~ 4

FRENCH HAUTE COUTURE MANNEQUIN
VALERIE CASSON ~ FRANCE
Make this elegant vintage dress in pale pink silk, overlaid with antique French lace panels and trimmed with finest toning lace & ribbons. Minimum sewing required. Bring very sharp scissors & fine tip glue bottle. Also available in same fabric, but gold color with trim to match.
$75.00
Email valcasson@gmail.com to book & arrange PayPal payment or cash at the Workshop.

PHALAENOPSIS ORCHIDS
ARLENE FINKELSTEIN ~ NEW YORK
Create two stems of phalaenopsis orchids after choosing both a color for your flower and a pot in which you'll plant them. All tools and supplies will be provided. Student will learn to paint, shape and arrange this attractive arrangement.
$45
68 Wildwood Drive, Dix Hills, NY 11746 bef421@peoplepc.com (631) 242-7546

CREWEL EMBROIDERY
COOKIE ZIEMBA ~ FLORIDA
Tudors did it! Elizabethans did it! Jacobeans did it and you can do it too in 1/12 scale. This 17th century embroidery design is useful for all periods and may be used as a cushion, a chair seat, covering for a stool, or a wall hanging. Students will learn how to transfer a design onto fabric as well as a variety of embroidery stitches. It is suggested that students bring the object they intend to cover, if possible. Appropriate for all skill levels. Bring sharp scissors and 6" or 7" embroidery hoop, as well as lighting and magnification, if needed.
$55
9591 Bergamo Street, Lake Worth, FL 33467 cookiemax@aol.com (561) 301-0708 View Cookie's online blog http://cookiez123.blogspot.com to see examples of both her miniature and full size embroideries.

CHINESE DINNER
CAROLYN EICHE ~ NEW YORK
You won't be hungry in an hour after finishing this realistic Chinese meal in miniature. Students will learn to create egg-rolls, white rice, sweet and sour chicken, shrimp fried rice, won-ton soup, string beans with water chestnuts, a pot with cups of tea and fortune cookies for dessert. What a feast! We will be using Fimo brand polymer clay, resin, paint and glass stains to make this authentic looking Chinese food. On second thought, let's call out for Chinese for lunch today. Apply your newly learned skills to future projects.
$65 Basic tool kit- including tacky glue, x-acto knife, paintbrushes, small ceramic tile, toothpicks, ruler.
68-15 64th St., Glendale, NY 11385 carolynscreations91@verizon.net (718) 497-0548

STONE COTTAGE FAÇADE
M.R. DANIELS ~ PENNSYLVANIA
This bas-relief structure is 11" wide, 13" high and 6" deep with an aged wooden door, eyebrow window and enough of a dooryard for landscaping. The instructor will provide all materials and you will techniques to create a natural stone wall, slate path, as well as a whimsical tree or vine. Made to hang on a wall or sit on a shelf.
$75
189 Swamp Road, Benton, PA 17814 mrdan@epix.net (570) 925-2080

TROMPE L'OEIL FOLDING SCREEN
GAYLE BAILLARGEON ~ CANADA
This 6" tall basswood folding "bookcase" screen is painted using trompe l'oeil and faux finish techniques to create the look of a bookcase. Students can choose any color for the bookcase and add plates, plants or ornaments to the shelves to suit your own décor. Gayle says, "Anyone who made it through kindergarten can create this lovely screen!" This piece will be a great addition to your favorite room box. Learn easy painting techniques, faux finish and how to create a 3-D appearance using paint.
$75
Gayle Baillargeon, Box 981 Winchester, ONT K0C 2K0 Canada petworth@cyberus.ca (613) 774-2380

FILLED BAKERS RACK
SUE ANN KETCHUM ~ MARYLAND
Students will fill a wire-wicker bakers rack with bagels, donuts, turnovers, buns, rolls, eclairs, cannoli, cream horns, napoleons, breads, pie, and a Bundt cake made from Model Magic, an air-dry clay. Cranberry glass plates from England and metal trays are included. Ages 12 and up. Students will learn how to form baked goods free-hand as well as using Kemper Cutters, stamping tools & embossing tools. Paint, glass stain & embellishments will help you achieve a realistic finish.
$90
10308 Buckmeadow Lane, Damascus, MD 20872 sheltielover30@hotmail.com (301) 253-5864

COUNTRY CUPBOARD ¼" SHOP
DEBBIE YOUNG ~ CALIFORNIA
You've seen shops like this out in the country, the kind you come to a screeching halt and turn around to visit. Debbie's ¼" "Country Cupboard" shop class will run from 9-5 and consists of three rooms that you know will be filled to the brim with country gifts of every kind. The interior of the shop is papered with an assortment of country wallpapers and the painted floor has been sanded by time so many of the individual boards are exposed. The exterior is covered with board and batten siding and adorned with shutters, window boxes and a sign. Instructor provides all paints, stains, glues, sand papers, waxed paper, paper towels etc. Students need only to bring a very basic tool kit.
$95
Young at Heart, 11468 No. Bloomfield Rd., Nevada City, CA 95959 yngathrt@gv.net Web Site

HENRY VIII
ELLEN SCOFIELD ~ NEW YORK
This guy was very harsh on his wives! But he sure knew how to dress! You'll create him in all his regal miniature majesty. Students will learn the techniques needed to work with silk, fur, lace, fancy trims, feathers & beads and come away with a wonderful addition to their collection. $130
353 Millbrook Rd, Hudson, NY 12534 ellenshouse@mhcable.com (518) 851-9840

QUAINT CORNER STORE
CATHERINE TEN DEN ~ CANADA
Construct and decorate a versatile, electrified ,wooden corner store with wood shelving units along two back walls. Detailed molding at roof edge. 16" x 16" x 13"H. Lift off roof with Plexiglass insert for easy access and visibility. Students will learn general building construction, finishing techniques and electrification.
$155
1646 Calypso St. Limoges, ON K0A 2M0 thomastreasures@cheerful.com (613) 443.3032

HOLIDAY CORNER CUPBOARD BABY HOUSE
SUE THWAITE ~ MARYLAND
Come play with Lady Bug! Transform a 1" scale vintage Bespaq corner cupboard into your very own Christmas Baby House. This will be a treasured stand alone piece to bring out each holiday season or celebrate with it in your doll house. The top shelf is Mrs. Claus's kitchen with cookies and gingerbread house. The middle floor is Santa's Workshop. And the 3rd shelf is the Reindeer Flying School….they can only go up! Open the bottom cupboard doors to discover a Christmas Morning scene. A great addition to your collection or make a special gift for a special person in your life. You're creating a family keepsake!
$175
4009 Tranquility Court, Monrovia, MD 21770 ladybug@ladybug-fairies.com (301) 865-1984

SATURDAY JUNE 4
HALF DAY MORNING CLASS
8 ~ 12 (note early start)

NOAH'S ARK
VALERIE CASSON ~ FRANCE
Add this charming vintage ark to your collection or toy shop. Val based it on an antique European one that she has a picture of. Ark roof lifts off to store five pair of animals when they aren't being displayed two by two waiting to board the Ark. Paint them in muted colors, highlighted with cream, rusty brown and orange. Bring fine brushes and tweezers.
$85
Email valcasson@gmail.com to book & arrange PayPal payment or cash at the Workshop. Class is 8 a.m.-Noon on Saturday - note early start.

SATURDAY JUNE 4
HALF DAY MORNING CLASSES
9 ~ 12

ROSES & BRANCHES IN A BOWL
ARLENE FINKELSTEIN ~ NEW YORK
Arlene's roses are so lifelike you can almost smell their sweetness! Students will learn her special rose making techniques, then arrange in a low bowl, adding branches for interest. Your choice of flower & vase color. All materials and tools provided by the instructor.
$35
68 Wildwood Drive, Dix Hills, NY 11746 bef421@peoplepc.com (631) 242-7546

VICTORIAN UNMENTIONABLES IN 1", 1/2", 1/4"
RACHELLE SPIEGEL ~ NEW YORK
Create a frilly silk Victorian corset, stockings and sexy garters to display, in your choice of scale. As we work we will discuss differences in materials and techniques required for different scales and learn to ruche ribbons, make tiny bows, choose and work with lace for different scales and decide on the amount of detail to use or omit. Specify the scale of their choice at registration.
$50
PO Box 600, Plainview, NY 11803 byrachelle@mindspring.com (718) 956-1856

WATERCOLOR CLASS OF COUNTRY ROAD
JOSEPHINE MEYER ~ NEW YORK
If a country setting is your painting choice, then this sublime treasure in the style of Pissaro must be added to your art gallery - or room box wall. Josephine leads you every step of the way in creating a masterpiece. 2 ¼" X 3" Frame is included. Bring several fine brushes plus a liner brush.
$85
158 Clubhouse Dr., Carmel, NY joart@att.net (845) 225-1961

MINIATURE CHINA HEAD DOLL
DAWN CAMPBELL ~ MASSACHUSETTS
Assemble and dress a miniature china head doll, choosing either 2 1/8th " or 1-5/8th" tall. Students will receive a china-painted fired porcelain head with shoulder plate, painted in the likeness of an authentic 1800s doll. Each doll will have black hair, blue eyes, blushed cheeks, and black boots. We will assemble the body onto a wire armature, wrap the limbs and dress with snippets of silk ribbon, antique and vintage lace and fabrics. Your little china head can be dressed in an elaborate Victorian era fashion, Early American style or in simple primitive clothing, you decide. Plenty of dressing supplies - fabric, beads, ribbon & trims to embellish your doll will be available.
$85
21 Lovell Road, Lynnfield, MA 01940 beckygooddawg@aol.com (781) 334-5853 Paypal or check reserves a place, as class size is limited to 9 students.

THE BLACK STALLION
DEB MACKIE ~ MARYLAND
In this White Horse Studio workshop, you'll recreate Walter Farley's magnificent stallion as he runs free on the beach. Students will be given a brief demonstration on Breyer resin horse model prep and repair for customization, with a printed "how to" handout and materials source list to take home for future reference. Students will then be given a "prepped" 1:12 scale resin horse, and learn to realistically paint and detail the features, creating depth and highlight in the black horse's coat. While the paint dries, students will create mane and tail 'wefts" from Tibetan lambs wool then apply the mane and tail, styling it to create the look of motion as he races the wind a his desert island! Finally, landscape a wooden base with sand, shells, rocks and vegetation to create a custom beach vignette on which to display the stallion. Students are encouraged to bring their own accessories (and riders!) for their horses if they wish. Horses may vary in pose depending on availability of models. All materials and tools will be provided by the instructor.
$145
99 North Simpers Road, Elkton, MD 21921, mare@whitehorsestudio.com (302) 584-8840

TROPICAL DRINKS
MICHELE KELLY, MASSACHUSETTS
As featured in Dolls House and Miniature Scene magazine 2009. Student will make 3 cocktails in handblown custom-made glassware of their choice. We will decorate the drinks with delicate parasols made by student. Fruit garnish, straws, ice and flowers will be provided. All tools and material provided by teacher. Bring your favorite pair of tweezers & magnification if necessary. Will be working with low-odor resin.
$60  381 Main Street 2R , Oxford, MA 01540 Miniart30@yahoo.com (860)335-9369

SATURDAY, JUNE 4
FULL DAY CLASSES
9 ~ 4

FILL A SHOP WITH FIXTURES
CONNIE REAGAN ~ MAINE
Build enough cabinets in this workshop to fill any kind of shop. There are 5 modular units that can be arranged in configuration of your choosing. They include a glass-front rectangular unit with shelves, a corner shelf unit, a cash register counter w/drawer, a wrapping station, and a tall display unit. Additional kits may be purchased to expand your arrangement if desired. Tool list supplied upon registration.
$120
24 Sawyer St, Portland, ME 04103 creagan720@gmail.com (207) 650-8008

THE FROG PRINCESS
NANCY CRONIN ~ MASSACHUSETTS
Your princess has been kissing frogs for a long, long time, and still no Prince Charming!  She’s holding a frog in her hand, ready to try again!  You’ll make and assemble this “mature” 1” figure, then costume Nancy’s original sculpted flesh colored resin figure. Kit includes painted body parts, cotton sculpting material, armature wire, viscose, patterns,  lace and silk fabrics for her dress and shoes. Breath some life into this gal!  Great reason to add to or start a frog collection!
$175
Send $25 deposit to hold class to: 76 Andover St;, Wilmington, MA 01887 nancysdoll@comcast.net (978) 657-7806

THE OWL AND THE RABBIT
CATHERINE TEN DEN ~ CANADA
You have heard about the owl and the pussy cat. Well, this is the owl and the rabbit. Students will learn detailed animal painting in 1" scale.
$50
1646 Calypso St. Limoges, ONT CANADA K0A 2M0 thomastreasures@cheerful.com (613) 443-3032

QUEEN ELIZABETH I
ELLEN SCOFIELD - NEW YORK
Dress the daughter of Henry VIII in the gown of befitting a powerful queen. Students will learn the techniques needed to work with 3 different types of silk, a variety of fancy trims , lace and jewels. You will also create an elegant form with unique pattern designs.
$135
353 Millbrook Rd., Hudson, NY 12534 ellenshouse@mhcable.com (518) 851-9840

SATURDAY, JUNE 4
8 a.m. ~ 2 p.m.
(note early start time)

PAINTING MINIATURE TEAPOTS
GINGER LANDON-SIEGEL ~ NEW YORK
Share a fun-filled day painting miniature teapots and learning small scale painting techniques. Students will choose 5 teapot shapes, and practice design ideas and painting techniques on an assortment of flower pots. Class also includes an assortment of basic paintbrushes and other "tools" used for miniature painting. You will be given several pages of design ideas to create a variety of pieces for your collection. Teacher will provide an assortment of paints for class use but you may bring some of your own, as well as fine point brushes.
$60
360 E. 72nd St. #B1010, New York, NY 10021 ging360@gmail.com www.picturetrail.com/gingerlandonsiegel