See pictures from our workshop on Donna's blog!

You can see her blog with pictures from her visit to good ole' PA!

http://dewberrycrafts.blogspot.com/2010/10/workshop-pictures-from-pennsylvania.html

I do have the metallic paints in that I ordered...I've been so busy with my day job, I haven't had much time for classes! Give me a call if you want to arrange a time to pick your product up.

Is anyone interested in a painting get-together in New Stanton next weekend? Rather than have a class, I was thinking everyone can chip in for the hall fee and we can paint at the church on Sunday afternoon. Let me know!

Dewberry PA Workshop 2010

For more pictures, check out my slide show (http://danellesdesigns.blogspot.com/p/donna-dewberry-pa-workshop-2010.html)

Sign up for Donna's Thursday evening class Now!

There is still lots of room in the Thursday evening Pumpkin Canvas class!

Contact me at danellesdesigns@hotmail.com or call 724-772-9712 to reserve your spot! My order is due on the 23rd, so call or e-mail today!

Also, all workshop information is now consolidated. See the link above or click here.

Donna's workshop is a GO!

Donna's PA workshop next month is confirmed, meaning she is definitely coming! There still is plenty of room, so those procrastinators out there can still sign up!

Now that the workshop is confirmed, I need deposits for the Thursday evening class so I can order the supplies. We will be painting this adorable pumpkin canvas! To sign up:

1) Either call me at 724-772-9712 or e-mail me at danellesdesigns@hotmail.com
2) Mail me a check for your deposit, which is $20. The $15 balance is due the night of the class. You can pay the whole $35 fee up front if you want. Deposits are non-refundable after September 16th.
3) Join us Thursday night, October 7th, from 6-8:00 PM at the Parkwood United Presbyterian Church in Allison Park, and paint, paint, paint! All paint, surfaces, and loaner brushes will be provided.

From now until September 7th, only painters who are attending either the Friday or Saturday workshop may sign up for Thursday. After that it will be an open registration.

Donna will be here before you know it! It is a mere few weeks away!

Flower Study at Donna's Workshop

Check it out! This is the Floral Study we will be doing one of the days when Donna comes to Pittsburgh!
It is less than two months away and we still need about 8 people to lock in the date, so if you want to go, be sure to sign up soon!

Now, the actual floral study worksheets and DVD are NOT included as part of the workshop, but it is what Donna will be teaching! It looks so cool; I can't wait to paint it!

Happy Painting!

Quick Class Announcement

I have two beginner One Stroke classes scheduled at the JoAnn's in Cranberry TWP:

Rosebuds
August 28th, Saturday, 10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Cost: $30

Beginner level, topic TBD
September 18th, Saturday, 10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Cost $30

I will add more detail soon so be sure to check back!

Class this Saturday at the Cranberry JoAnn's

Hello everyone! I just got back from a week at the beach (Outer Banks) with family, and am looking forward to this painting class coming up on Saturday. This is a beginner's class, and yes, you will go home with an amazing painting in just this one lesson! There are several people already registered, so the class is locked in. You can even register that day and join us! This is going to be a really fun project! Here are the details:

One Stroke Beginners Class

JoAnn's Store in Cranberry TWP, PA

Saturday, July 17th

11:00 AM - 1:30 PM

Cost: $30

You can register over the phone by calling the JoAnn's Store: 724-772-0650, option 7.

Hotel Information for Donna Dewberry Fall Workshop

For those of you traveling and/or want to stay close to the workshop, here is the hotel information:

Quality Inn and Suites (used to be a Comfort Inn)
5137 Route 8 (William Flynn Highway)
Gibsonia, PA 15044
Phone: 724-444-8700
Fax: 724-444-8744

Special room rates are available by calling the hotel at 724-444-8700 and mention that you will be attending the DONNA DEWBERRY WORKSHOP.
Single (one bed) $75.99
Double (two beds) $85.99
Cut-off date for the group rate is Friday, September 17, 2010.

There is a 48 hour cancellation policy and a credit card guarantee is required. The hotel offers a free deluxe continental breakfast among other amenities. For more hotel information, check out their website:
http://www.qualityinn.com/hotel-gibsonia-pennsylvania-PA122?sid=ZqIni.QdmotgdZsi.8&sarea=&sname=15044%2C+PA%2C+US&sstate=PA&scountry=US&sradius=40.00&slat=40.637798&slon=-79.943398&schain=Q&exp=&scity=&sort=&type=destination&map=n&rstart=Starting+Location&rend=Ending+Location&srp=RACK&nroom=1&nadult1=1&nchild1=0&nadult2=&nchild2=&nadult3=&nchild3=&nadult4=&nchild4=&nadult5=&nchild5=&sstate_country=

That's all for now!

Recent Class Pictures

Can you tell we are sisters? We pose by the Waterstrokes cards after class. They were so much fun!

From our woodland rose canvas class:

New painters at a Crafty Wave class... they did a fantastic job!

May Class Announcement

I've got some great classes lined up for May! Check them out!

Waterstrokes! Spring Cards

Your own Crafty Wave Kit is included! You will get supplies to make eight different waterstroke card designs, envelopes included. I provide the paint and have brushes and other loaner supplies on hand, so just bring yourself! This is a great class for beginners and experienced painters alike!

Details:

Location: United Methodist Church, New Stanton, PA

Date: Saturday, May 15th

Time: Noon - 3:00 PM

Cost: $25

Forrest Rose Canvas & Teacher Training Series part 4

This canvas just blew me away at the winter education summit! It is nowhere near as hard as it looks!

This is also a continuation of the Teacher Training Series. This month's focus will be on identifying student's mistakes and what techniques and tips on how to correct some of the most common problems.

Are you interested in just learning the canvas project and not interested in teaching? I'd still love to have you! You can take the class for a $10 discount knowing you will not get any of the teaching content hand-outs.

Details:

Location: United Methodist Church, New Stanton, PA

Date: Sunday, May 16th

Time: 1:00 - 5:00 PM

Cost: $45 - full content (or $35 - canvas project only)

I provide the canvas and the paints - you bring your brushes, caddy and a table easel (if you have one)

Kitchen Wall Hangers - Rose Vine

Finally! I'm having classes in my house again! Seating is limited, so sign up right away!

You will each receive a crafty wave kit with an instruction packet and the canvas board and pegs. We will be doing the Rose Vine design in class.

Details:

Location: Danelle's house

Date: Monday, May 24th

Time: 6:30 - 9:00 PM

Cost: $30

I provide the paint and have loaner brushes and equipment available. Just bring yourself!

To sign up contact Danelle O'Donnell at danellesdesigns@hotmail.com or call 724-772-9712

I hope to see you soon!

Mother's Day Special! Workshop Discount!

Just announced... Dewberry Crafts is having a Mother's Day sale on education. What does that mean? It means that now is the time to sign up for the PA workshop in October!!!

SALE

May 7th and 8th only

$15 dollars off if attending one day of the workshop

$50 dollars off if attending both days of the workshop!! Now that's a deal!

To sign up, call Amanda Dewberry at 352-394-7344.



The workshop information has moved on the dewberrycrafts website. Now it is under "Education" -> "Painting Workshops". Amanda will be adding the PA workshop soon, hopefully in time for the sale. If she does that means you can sign up straight from the website!

For more information on the workshop, see my post: click here

Donna Dewberry Workshop Location Announcement

Registration is now open for Donna's workshops this fall!

With the help of Diane Gardner (thanks Diane!) we found a great spot. It is just two miles from the PA turnpike, which is very accessible, has a Comfort Inn right at that exit, and has tons of restaurants and fast food choices!

Here is the workshop information:

Location:
Parkwood United Presbyterian Church
4289 Mount Royal Blvd.
Allison Park, PA 15101
(only 2 miles off of exit 38 from the PA turnpike, just north of Pittsburgh)


Events:

• Thursday, October 7th, 6-8:00 PM Crafty Wave Class*, Cost = $35
• Friday, October 8th, 9:00 - 5:00 PM, Cost=$125
• Saturday, October 9th, 9:00 - 5:00 PM, Cost=$125

* The Crafty Wave Class registration is restricted through September 7th to participants enrolled in either Friday or Saturday events. Starting September 7th, the Crafty Wave class will have open registration.

To sign up for Friday or Saturday, call Amanda at 352-394-7344. She will take your credit card information. You will not see a charge on your card until the minimum registration numbers are met. If you know you want to go, don't wait to call in! The sooner we meet that minimum the better!

Class content:
Thursday's crafty wave class topic will be announced closer to the class date. It will be one of her canvas projects. I get to pick which one, so suggestions are welcome!

Friday and Saturday will each have different projects, so you can sign up for both. They will follow a similar schedule: A canvas project in the morning will be followed with a water stroke demonstration, and the afternoon will be dedicated to a stroke study.

Stroke Study:
Last year we did a stroke study on leaves and ribbons. This year one day will be a stroke study on flowers and the other day will be something different, to be announced later. Thoughout the flower study Donna will show you how to arrange each flower she covers into a bouquet, which will be optional (you can practice-only if you prefer). I will help determine which day covers what, so if you have a strong preference for the flower study on a certain day, send me an e-mail.

That's the information I have for now! Spread the word!

This weekend's classes

Hi everyone! I just have to post these pictures from the classes this weekend. Everyone did such a great job and I am so proud of them!

This was Saturday's bunny basket class. You can buy this kit on www.craftywave.com

And this is the Tuscan canvas class on Sunday:

I'll be posting my April class schedule soon. Now that basketball season is over and Boy Scouts are almost done, I'll be offering a few classes a month in my home again.

March Classes You Can't Miss

Easter Bunny Baskets class
Your own Crafty Wave kit is included (you will get your surface and a project instruction packet) and I provide the paint. Don't have brushes? Don't worry! I have loaners! This is such a cute project, you won't want to miss it!

Easter Bunny Baskets class
Location: United Methodist Church, New Stanton, PA
Date: Saturday, March 13th
Time: Noon - 3:00 PM
Cost: $25 - kit included
$20 - kit not included (bring your own surface)

Tuscan Canvas & Teacher Training Series part 2
Paint this elegant tuscan still life on a 16" x 20" canvas! This project comes straight from Donna's January education summit!

I am also continuing with the teacher training series. You do not need to be a certified teacher to attend. If you missed the first class, no worries! This class will focus primarily on class structure and class time management. Do you always run over your scheduled class time? Then this is one topic you need to hear!

Are you interested in just learning the convas project and not interested in teaching? I'd still love to have you! You can take the class for a $10 discount, knowing you will not get any of the teaching content hand-outs and you can leave early (the practice exercises will be during the last hour of class).

Teacher Training Series part 2; Tuscan canvas
Location: United Methodist Church, New Stanton, PA
Date: Sunday, March 14th
Time: 1:00 - 5:00 PM
Cost: $45 - full content
$35 - canvas project only

I provide the canvas and the paints - you bring your brushes, caddy and a table easel (if you have one).

To sign up contact me at danellesdesigns@hotmail.com or 724-772-9712.

I hope to see you soon!

Classes are ON for this weekend!

It looks like the weather will hold out for this weekend!

Classes are ON!

Stackable Memory Boxes class

Location: United Methodist Church, New Stanton, PA
Date: Saturday, February 20th
Time: Noon - 3:00 PM
Cost: $25 - kit included
$20 - kit not included (bring your own surface)
Call or e-mail me to reserve your spot!
RSVP by Feb.10 if you want to use the kit.









Teacher Training Series part 1; Birdcage silhouette canvas
Location: United Methodist Church, New Stanton, PA
Date: Sunday, February 21st
Time: 1:00 - 5:00 PM
Cost: $45 - full content
$35 - canvas project only

February Classes Announcement

I have some classes this month that I am very excited about! Check them out!

CLAY CLASS - THIS SATURDAY at the JoAnn's in Cranberry

I love, love, love this project! Buy three colors of clay and an ivy bowl - the rest of the tools are available for loan if you don't have them! You will be amazed at how beautiful your project turns out, no prior experience necessary!

Clay Poppy Vase

Location: JoAnn Store in Cranbery TWP

Date: This Saturday, February 6th

Time: 10:00 am - 12:30 PM

Cost: $30

You can register over the phone by calling the JoAnn's store: 724-772-0650, option 7

Stackable Memory Boxes class

Your own Crafty Wave kit is included (you will get your surface and a project instruction packet) and I provide the paint. Don't have brushes? Don't worry! I have loaners! This class can be applied to lots of your own projects, like painting on pots, containers, and wall shelves to name a few!

Stackable Memory Boxes class

Location: United Methodist Church, New Stanton, PA

Date: Saturday, February 20th

Time: Noon - 3:00 PM

Cost: $25 - kit included

$20 - kit not included (bring your own surface)

Call or e-mail me to reserve your spot!

RSVP by Feb.10 if you want to use the kit.

Teacher Training Series - part 1

This is the first part of a brand new exciting four-part class series for more experienced painters and painters interested in teaching. You do not need to be a certified instructor to attend! Would you like to make some extra income doing something you love? Have you thought about teaching one stroke painting? Are you a certified instructor who needs that extra boost to get out there and teach? Then this class is for you!

In each class you will paint a full size canvas with interspersed instruction to get you out there teaching and sharing the "warm and fuzzy" of one stroke painting! We will cover topics like teaching venues, making your portfolio, class planning, techniques and analogies for teaching basic strokes, and more! Most importantly you will have the chance to actually practice what you learn during class, building on your experience and confidence!

Are you interested in just learning the canvas project and not interested in teaching? I'd still love to have you! You can take the class for a $10 discount, knowing you will not get any of the teaching content hand-outs and you can leave early (the practice exercises will be during the last hour of class).

Teacher Training Series part 1; Birdcage silhouette canvas

Location: United Methodist Church, New Stanton, PA

Date: Sunday, February 21st

Time: 1:00 - 5:00 PM

Cost: $45 - full content

$35 - canvas project only

Call or e-mail me to sign up and I will send you the supplies list.

Part 2 will be offered in March, Part 3 in April, and Part 4 in May. Watch for details!

Donna Dewberry 2010 Workshop update

OK painters, here is an update on what to expect for Donna's next PA workshop.

Donna has us on her calendar for Thursday October 7th through Saturday October 9th, written in pen (not pencil).

None of her workshops are "confirmed" until she gets her minimum number of sign-ups, which is 20 people for Friday and 20 for Saturday. The Dewberry Crafts office will take your credit card but will not charge it until the workshop is confirmed. They are not taking sign-ups yet, but will start soon - probably next month.

The set-up will be similar to November's:

Thursday night: Crafty Wave class, around $35 depending on the project
Friday: All day class, approximately 9-5:00, $125, lunch not included
Saturday: All day class, approximately 9-5:00, $125, lunch not included

The Friday and Saturday classes will have a canvas project in the morning (a different one each day) and a stroke-study based project in the afternoon (different each day). This is the standard format, but Donna is very flexible and wants to plan the days to meet the area's needs. We also have plenty of time to work through the details. I as host will be working with Donna on the itinerary, so input is welcome. One of the other workshops did three individual crafty wave projects on one of the days with individual sign-ups for each class and did the $125 workshop the other day. That could be an option for us. e-mail me at danellesdesigns@hotmail.com if you think this would be a good idea for our area. We would need to figure this out before we start officially collecting sign-ups.

I do not have a location picked out yet. I will have it in one location this time, preferably in a hotel in the Cranberry TWP area.

The most important thing is to get painters in the seats. This is what I need your help on - talk to your friends and your students! Help build the excitement! See my poll to the right of this blog and let me know what days you are interested in attending! Click "next poll" to vote on the workshop format!

Great class on Saturday!

Thanks to those of you who made the snowman banner class on Saturday so great! I hope to be offering this class in my home soon; family scheduling can be so tricky though!



My next class in New Stanton is on Saturday, February 20th, noon to 2:30. We are doing these adorable stacking memory boxes! This pattern can easily be applied to clay pots, shelves, etc.! R.S.V.P's are required! Cost is $25!






Watch this blog for additional class information - I am in the process of scheduling some advanced courses for aspiring teachers!

Check me out on Donna's Blog!

Hi! Donna's been posting pictures from the education summit in Florida a few weeks back. I'm in all of the big group pictures, usually in the front row b/c I'm so short! Here's a picture she posted of me the last day while working on a painting: https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHrXOmZzP26t3Q_RykOFNKOBDlU7SGqOVDeOeioSUignX9tvVDIAW5dySDjHcuEtwzxup_z3rfyvDd4WVWgcSkHapMH0-BWJstXRHdBdwrr2aMygkg2M3Hu2S80zjpiWXoQXMxJWK0WHk/s1600-h/summitday5_273.JPG

My Paintings from the Education Summit in Florida

Here are some of the things I painted last week in Donna Dewberry's Education Summit!



We did this hanging canvas on Monday.





















This sunset was done in HD.









































We used lots of metallic paint and added extreme glitter to paint this proud peacock!

















Donna threw this project in on the last day. It was my favorite piece of the week!

Donna 2010 Pittsburgh visit!

Hi! I've been in Florida all week painting and crafting at Donna Dewberry's Education Summit. I spoke with Donna today and she wants to come back to Pittsburgh to do another workshop this year! We very tentatively penciled in October 7-9th. Be sure to check my blog for updates!

Happy New Year!

Happy New Year everyone! I hope you all had a very Merry and Blessed Christmas!

I know I haven't updated this blog in a while, but that will change this year. My family is still recovering from the loss of my father-in-law who passed away on Thanksgiving morning. We are slowly getting back into things.

I haven't posted pictures from Donna's visit to PA in November, but you can find most of them on her blog at this link: http://dewberrycrafts.blogspot.com/2009/11/crafty-wave-event-workshop-in-pa.html

This Sunday I am flying to Florida for a week of painting with Donna at the 2010 Education Summit. I can't wait to come back and share with you the things I learn!

My next class in New Stanton is January 23rd, from Noon to 2:30. We are doing a holiday banner! I hope to see you there!

Don't forget to see my calendar link at the right for my full class schedule!