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Discovering the Secrets of the Mini Pottery Wheel

by

Linda Beaupré


Learn how to throw tiny vases, jugs and bowls on the wheel with air dry clay.

In the afternoon you will have an opportunity to decorate some premade pots to add to your stash of “artifacts” and to create some pottery shards.

The mini pottery wheel and tools are included and are yours to keep.

You should be able to throw several pots during the workshop and even try your hand at 1/4 scale pots if you'd like.

You may bring your own mini wheel if you have one.

tool list
  • apron
  • knife
  • small sponge
  • paper towels
  • wipes
  • small paint brushes
 
Price $95 (wheel and tools included)
OR
     $60 (bring your own wheel and tools)

Scale: 1:12 scale mainly and a bit of 1:48 scale (for those who like a challenge!)

payment method:
E-transfer or PayPal



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LEARN THE ANCIENT ART OF MOSAICS

by

Karen Mason


The earliest known mosaics date back 4000 years and were found at a temple in Mesopotamia. The Ancient Greeks and Romans used mosaics on floors, walls and more, and many examples survive. Mosaics became especially popular with the rise of Christianity, and they are also found in Islamic culture. A more modern example is the work of Antoni Gaudi in Spain. And searching “mosaics” in Etsy quickly illustrates their popularity as a modern art form. In other words, mosaics are timeless.

While perfect for the “Dig it Up” theme, miniature mosaics have applications for flooring, wall decoration, ceilings, gardens, tabletops, and accessories from almost any period.

In this workshop you will have a choice of making fragments for your dig, museum or discerning collector and / or garden stones. These are based on designs from ancient Rome, where geometric patterns and images from nature were common motifs.

You will have enough material to make three pieces. Completion of one item is likely in this one-day class, and you will start on and perhaps complete a second. In the interest of time some things will be prepared for you in advance, but all the processes will be demonstrated or explained so that you can apply this technique to other projects.


Price $75    Scale: 1:12
payment method:
Cheque or e-transfer

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Tools

Making miniature mosaics is not difficult, but it is very fine work. You will be cutting and placing tiles that are approximately 1.5 mm square.

Fine point tweezers magnification and good light are all strongly recommended.

The only other things you need are
  • craft knife,
  • small metal ruler,
  • small paintbrush,
  • pencil,
  • scissors
  • cutting mat
  • a paperweight (or alternate) to weigh your tiles down while the glue dries
You might want to bring a box (such as a shoe box) to bring your work surface up to a more comfortable height.


This workshop is now full.

ARCHEOLOGIST'S FIELD OFFICE

by

Gayle Baillargeon


Indiana Jones would be right at home here with few of the comforts of home but all of the exciting finds from the dig.

This self-contained setting includes LED lighting, 3D print artifacts, furniture kits and accessories.

The outer box is 3.75" widex 2.75" high x 2.5" deep and includes a Plexiglas framed front.

Tools& Materials needed:
  • Wood stain pen for furniture
  • Tacky Glue
  • Wood Glue (yellow)
  • Paint brushes -- very fine point and ½" flat
  • Scissors
  • Sand paper - fine
  • Small clamps
  • Painter's tape
  • Toothpicks
  • x-acto knife with #11 pointed blade **NOT a breakaway blade craft knife
  • cutting board
Price $95    Scale: 1:48
payment method:
cheque or etransfer



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FOLDING FIELD DESK

by

Sandra Quiqley


This little writing table is just the thing to take with you on a Dig.

Based on a 19th century Field or Safari Desk, it has cloth hinges.

Leather trimmed writing accessories will also be included

Table is 2 inches wide and 3 ¼ inches tall in the closed position.

tool list
  • Sandpaper
  • Craft knife
  • Wood glue
  • Tacky glue
  • Tweezers
  • Pin vise with small drill bits
  • Stain of your choice
  • Ruler
Price $80    Scale: 1:12
payment method:
Cheque, E-Transfer



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DANTESCA CHAIR

by

Judith Blondell


This piece is the 1/12 scale version of a chair on display in New York Metropolitan Museum. Originated in Italy from the XVIth century, named Dantesca Chair.

Our piece is Walnut stained basswood with leather seat and patterned leather back.

Requires some simple carving, but not too elaborate. I think everybody who want to join this workshop will be able to accomplish the task.

tool list
  • Exacto knife, with few new blades
  • Mechanical pencil
  • Tack cloth (Home depot?)
  • 1/8" round sanding stick (400grid, will be provided)
  • 1/2" round sanding stick 400grid, will be provided)
  • Piece of 600grid sandpaper (will be provided)
  • Toothpicks
  • Emery board
  • 6" ruler
  • Wire cutter
  • Needle nose pliers
  • Awl (pointy tool)
  • Pin vise with1/16" drill bit
  • Pointy tweezers
  • Min-wax wood finish stain marker Dark walnut #2716 ( Home Depot?)
  • Brush #4 shader
  • Rubber gloves
  • Wax paper
  • Work surface
  • Good light source
  • Wood glue
  • Tacky glue
  • Gorilla glue gel
  • Squaring jig
Price $85    Scale: 1:12
payment method:
Cash or cheque, paid when attending the workshop.



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