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Mixed Media Resin Pouring Mackinaw Bridge or Light House
April 7, 2024 10am – 1pm
Garden City, MI
Cost: $68-80
Click HERE for tickets.
-16″ x 20″ Canvas
-12 inch Metal Mackinaw Bridge
Bridge and Trees on 16 x 20 Canvas
Bridge and Trees on 16 x 20 Canvas with Lights on a remote
Light House with lights
Stained Glass and Concrete Stepping Stones workshop
Friday, April 12, 2024 at 6:30pm
or
Saturday, April 13, 2024 at 2pm
Historic Oddfellow Hall
6121 Merriman Rd.
Garden City, MI
(this is the small white hall to the south of the Historic Museum).
Other shapes, sizes available at the event.
for April 12 tickets, Click HERE.
For April 13 tickets click HERE
Check Out Previous Projects here: https://www.facebook.com/media/set/…
NEW! glass Succulents Workshop
Saturday, April 13, 2024 at 10 am
or
Friday, June 14, 2024 at 6:30pm
or
Saturday, June 15, 2024 at 10am
or
Friday, August 23, 2024 at 6:30pm
12″ acacia wood Tray with 3 x 3″ Terracotta pots with colorful sea or recycled glass succulents, or 8.5″ Dish Garden.
Come create your own forever succulent plant that never needs watered or sunlight that is a great keepsake for years to come.
You will have a choice of multiple colors of sea glass, stained glass & recycled glass to choose from to match any decor.
Garden City, MI
Spring Cookie Class
Monday April 15, 2024 at 6:30-8:30pm
Spots are limited to a total 16 attendees.
Join us for a DIY COOKIE KIT CLASS AND FUNDRAISER for Straight Farmhouse Museum hosted by Rebecca Morrow of Good Cupcakes Co.
For tickets:
Beautiful Garden Stake Class
Thursday, April 18, 2024 at 6:15pm
Please join us for this beautiful garden stake workshop. You may chose to make ANY design you’d like. Like butterflies? Flowers? You will get to make 1 garden stake with your ticket purchase,
Display your beautiful creation in your garden with stake included. Approx size of glass piece is 6″ tall. Grab a friend ~ Great Ladies Night Out.
All projects will go home with the instructor to be kiln fired and assembled and can be picked up the following week at the store during open hours. An email will be sent out with pickup instructions.
Thursday, April 18th 6:15 – 8:15
Location:
6121 Merriman Rd
Garden City, MI
Click HERE for tickets
Cocktail Class: Vodka Drinks
Friday, April 19,2024 at 6:30pm
Vodka is the bestselling spirit in the world, but it’s not always been that way.
In this class Rebecca will talk about its history and why it sometimes gets a bad rap in the craft cocktail world.
Then you’ll explore a variety of cocktails that find ways to take advantage of vodka’s neutrality, including using infusions and other creative techniques.
Straight Farmhouse Museum Wooden Project Paint Fundraiser!
Friday April 26, 2024 at 6:30p
Hi there and HAPPY NEW YEAR!! If you’ve never been with us before, welcome! My name is Jessica and I’ll be the host of this fundraiser! I have a huge passion for art and love showing others that they can do it too! No experience is necessary, I promise! I’m excited to meet everyone and see the great pieces you create!
COST OF THIS CLASS STARTS AT $42
*A portion of sales will be donated to the Straight Farmhouse Museum!
Class location:
6221 Merriman Rd.
Garden City, MI 48135
CUSTOM SIZES AVAILABLE!
Barn quilts are also a little pricer the bigger you go as it’s a lot of work on our end, but a lot of fun!
DUE TO THERE BEING SO MANY PROJECT OPTIONS, THIS FORM IS LONG. PLEASE MAKE SURE TO REVIEW EVERYTHING. If you are having trouble PLEASE reach out to us!
Here is how it works:
–Simply fill out the questionnaire (found when you click the “Buy Ticket” Link.
-We cut your wood to size and the stencil of the design you chose and bring it to the event.
At the event:
-You stain/ paint your wood as you prefer and assemble the sign.
-Then have fun painting your stencil or interchangeable pieces and creating a beautiful piece you can take home!
Again, no worries if you’re not artistic! We will walk you through each step, so you will have a great piece at the end! We are there to help and make sure you have FUN!
Please be sure to:
1) Arrive on time.
2) Wear clothes you can paint in. (I’ll provide smocks, but just to be safe.)
3) If you haven’t already, be sure to like our facebook page https://www.facebook.com/msandesignandco/ to see our products and to see future events!
4) If you have any questions at all please email us at msandesignandco@yahoo.com or message us on our facebook page.
NOTE:
-We ALWAYS take custom orders if you don’t see a design you want to do. It is just $5 for us to design it for you.
-NO refunds. Let me explain…once you pay we start prepping your wood and design so that it is ready well before the party. If for some reason you must cancel at last minute, we are happy to send you with a take home kit. It will come with specific step by step instructions and all the supplies you would need.
HOW YOU PAY:
Once the form is filled out, an invoice will be sent to your email that you supply within 1-3 DAYS!
YOU ARE CONFIRMED FOR THIS EVENT ONCE YOU HAVE FILLED OUT THE FORM AND HAVE PAID.
Thank you so much for signing up and I can’t wait to paint with you all!
Up-cycled Garden Flower Workshop
April 27, 2024 from 1-3pm
Join us for a fun and creative workshop where you’ll learn how to transform everyday items into beautiful garden flowers! Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just getting started, this hands-on event is perfect for all skill levels.
During this workshop, our expert instructors will guide you through the process of up-cycling various materials like plates, bowls, cups and candle holders and transforming them into stunning garden flowers.
You’ll not only learn how to assemble them, about sustainable them but also discover creative ways to repurpose items that might otherwise end up in the landfill.
Bring your imagination and get ready to have a blast as you create unique and eye-catching flowers to enhance your garden. This is a fantastic opportunity to meet fellow garden enthusiasts, share ideas, and learn new techniques.
All supplies will be provided.
What you will get (included in the cost):
-4 to 5 tiers of glass or ceramic plates, bowls, cups, etc (from a collection of about 300 pieces)
-Holder on the back to insert a rebar (rebar can be purchased at the hardware stores approx $5 after the class)
-Instructions on how to attach them using a caulking gun adhesive at the class!
-Embellishments like flat backed glass gems and resin flower, embellishments for decorating your masterpiece.
Workshop cost is $37. There will be a discounted price of $25 should you decide to make a 2nd one.I think you will have so much fun, you will want to make another! You can pay the day of the event should you decide to make a second.
Click HERE for tickets.
Location:
6221 Merriman Rd.
Garden City, MI 48135
Kids are welcome if accompanied by a paying adult. (2 tickets)
PLEASE BRING A BOX ABOUT 14″ WIDE AND AT LEAST 5″ DEEP AS WELL AS RAGS OR NEWSPAPER TO PROP YOUR FINISHED PIECE IN THE BOX TO TRANSPORT THEM HOME SAFELY. ONE BOX PER PROJECT. PLEASE LEAVE THE BOX IN YOUR CAR UNTIL AFTER CLASS. THANK YOU
Straight Farmhouse Road Rally 2024
April 28, 2024 at 2:45pm
For Tickets click HERE
Bee Kind Bee Hive Workshop
Friday, May 3, 2024 at 6:30pm
Join us for a buzzing good time at the “Bee kind” Beehive Workshop!
Learn how easy it is to work with glass and create your very own beehive. Most of the glass will already be cut for you and you can add your personal touch and creativity.
6221 Merriman Road, Garden City, MI,
Get ready to dive into the world of bees with hands-on activities and expert guidance. Come have fun with us!
Kids Garden Flower Art Project
Saturday, May 4, 2024 from 2-4pm
Come craft with us for this beautiful Mother’s Day project.
Let the kid’s come and pick out their favorite colors and surprise Mom for Mother’s Day. We will assemble in class together. Super easy. No mess, no fuss and so many pretty colors and designs to choose from.
All of the pieces will have holes drilled in them and we will assemble them to a stake by nuts & bolts and will be ready to be taken home that day and given to Mom the next day! Mom will be so thrilled that you made her a flower to put in her garden! Children must be accompanied and supervised by an adult. No drop offs.
Wildflowers and Butterflies Button Art
Friday May 10, 2024 at 6:30pm
Straight Farmhouse Museum
Grand Parlour
6221 Merriman Rd.
Garden City, MI 48135
Gnome or Barnyard Tumblers Workshop
Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 11am
Historic Oddfellow Hall
Garden City, MI
Click HERE for tickets
Tickets range from $38-$45
Beginner Level sculpted tumbler.
Glass Lantern Workshop
Tuesday, May 21, 2024 from 6-8:30pm
Join us for this gorgeous 3 panel fused glass lantern.
Get ready to unleash your creativity with this beautiful 15″ lantern that will illuminate your home or garden. This metal lantern has 6 sides and you will get to create 3 fused glass panels with your choice of making flowers or another simple theme.
Let our expert instructor guide you through the process of selecting your glass colors to making something beautiful. No prior experience is required. Age 18+ may join.
Seating is limited. Grab your spot today!
Location:
Historic Oddfellows Hall
6121 Merriman Road, Garden City.
Cost: $85
Buy tickets HERE.
Parking and Handicap access in back of building.Doors will open 10 min prior to class. Drinks allowed in a covered cup. No food please.Thank you!
Wine Bottle Wind Chimes
Saturday, June 1, 2024 from 12-2pm
Join us for a fun-filled day at our Wine Bottle Windchime Workshop Animal Rescue Fundraiser in Garden City, MI.
Get ready to unleash your creativity and help support a great cause. Proceeds will benefit Happy Days Dog and Cat Rescue in Livonia. We will also have a bake sale and raffle baskets.
A fun class and very rewarding. All materials provided. You’ll be able to pick from a variety of colored beads and sails (bottom piece) I will give you a bird’s eye view of how to score and cut the wine bottles. However, the bottles will be cut prior to the class but you will have hands on instructions on how to smoothen the edges and bead your beautiful creation!
No experience is needed, This class is appropriate for children age 10+ who are accompanied by a paid adult who will supervise (due to limited seating, will need to purchase 2 spots)
If you chose the pay by mail option, an email will be sent out 3 to 4 weeks prior with payment mailing instructions. Thank you!
Please let your friends and family know about the fun!
Cost: $40
Click HERE for tickets.
Location:
Historic Oddfellows Hall
6121 Merriman Rd.
Garden City, MI
Light UP Glass and Wood Michigan, Tree , Gnome & More
Saturday, June 15, 2024 from 2-5pm
Oddfellow Hall
6121 Merriman Rd.
Garden City, MI
Cost: $58
Keepsake Flower Memorial Garden
Saturday, June 15, 2024; 2-4:30pm
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Click HERE to purchase ticket(s)
State of Michigan Fused Glass Workshop
Thursday, June 20, 2024 from 6-8pm
What do you love about Michigan? Our beautiful lakes and beaches? Our many lighthouses? The beautiful birch trees up north? The tulips in Holland? Our winter wonderland during the cold? So many reason to celebrate our beautiful state!
Immerse yourself in a creative atmosphere and learn from experienced instructors. We will show you how to add a design in the middle of your beloved State.
Whether you’re a beginner or an advanced artist, this workshop offers something for everyone. Don’t miss this opportunity to explore your artistic side and create beautiful glass wall decor. Reserve your spot now!
Location:
Historic Oddfellows Hall
6121 Merriman Road, Garden City, MI
Handicap entrance and Parking in rear.
Cost:$35
Click HERE to purchase ticket(s)
Class is appropriate for age 10 to adults of all ages. Due to limited seating, all children must be accompanied by a paid adult who will cut the glass for them (2 paid spots)
Doors will open 10 min prior to class.
Drinks allowed in a covered cup. No food please.
Thank you!
Refund Policy: Orders can be cancelled up to 1 week prior to the class with a cancellation fee of $20. This cancellation fee covers the non-refundable Eventbrite fee plus the fee to pay the venue rental fee. Sorry, there are no refunds or credits within 7 days prior to class. If an emergency arises, and you find out that you are not able to attend within these 7 days, there are 2 options. 1) you may send someone in your place or 2) You have the option of choosing another piece designed by the instructor in lieu of your empty seat. Please contact the instructor, Laurie, within 72 hours after the class at KissMyGlassArt@yahoo.com