Events
Upcoming classes, workshops and shows
May 1 - Jun 30
Member Artists Show
A two month exhibit of artwork from the Member Artists of the Palette & Page gallery. More info to come.
Jun 10 - Jun 17
Workshop: Three Tooled Leather Miniature Handbags
International Guild of Miniature Artisans Guild School: Three Tooled Leather Miniature Handbags. 12 hour class. See website below for details. THIS CLASS IS FULL.
Jun 10 - Jun 17
Workshop: Tooled Leather Miniature Doctor Bag
International Guild of Miniature Artisans Guild School: Tooled leather Miniature Doctor Bag. 24 hour class. See website below for details. THIS CLASS IS FULL.
Sep 16
Show: Elkton Fall Fest
Vendors, Music, Classic Cars, Food and a great time! More info to come
Sep 23 - Sep 25
Workshop: Tooled Leather Bag
Make this bag your own, with many colors, designs, and hardware to choose from! Learn how to transfer the basic pattern onto natural undyed leather, cut out the pieces, tool custom designs, and punch stitching and hardware holes. Explore dye colors, finishes, and antiquing methods to bring out the beauty and character of the leather. Finish the bag with a simple saddle stitch, add hardware. To register, click link below, and scroll to the bottom of the page till you see the listing.
Oct 14
Show: Elk Creeks Apple Butter Festival
For 300 years the Bee Hive has been a place for the community to gather. Come celebrate its history with neighbors and friends. There will be artisans and craftsmen demonstrating their work, traditional and folk music, Scottish foods, homemade apple butter and more! 10 am to 4 pm. Admission is free. More info to come
Oct 28
Show: Elkton Community Arts Festival
2nd annual Arts Festival to benefit Elkton Community Kitchen. More info to come
Nov 10 - Nov 13
Workshop: Tooled Leather Miniature Nature Portfolio
International Guild of Miniature Artisans Guild Study Program. Students will cut, bind and cover with leather two miniature volumes of Mark Catesby's "Flora and Fauna of Carolina, based on the full size volumes in the museum's collection. More info to come.
Past events
Mar 25
Workshop: Tooled Leather Card Wallet
This slim card wallet is perfect for credit cards, ID, business cards, or a little folding money! Create deeply embossed designs on natural tooling leather, choose from a wide range of dyes and finishes, then hand sew the pockets with a simple saddle stitch. Follow the sample designs or create your own using the instructor’s extensive leather stamp and tool collection. A fun class for all skill levels! See link below to sign up.
Feb 25
Workshop: Tooled Leather Field Notes Journal Cover
Make your own Field Notes Journal from scratch, not a kit! learn to cut pattern pieces out of undyed tooling leather, stamp designs, punch stitching holes and choose a color to dye it. Take a break while the leather dries, then sew it together with a neat saddle stitch, finish the edges, and show off your work! All tools and materials provided. See website below for details and to sign up!