Flatwoods Folk Art

Local Classes, Online Classes and The Great Destash...

Good Morning Everyone!

Wanted to let everyone in on a few things that are happening here in the land of Mr. Lesley and moi.

First off if you are anywhere near Roanoke and would like to take local classes I am in the process of locating a local venue to teach from so stay tuned for more information.  Also, if you would like to post a comment or email me to let me know what you types of classes you would like to see me teach that would be great as well.

Up next, Online Classes.  I will be teaching three classes on My Creative Classroom for the Spring Semester which will include the Tape Transfer Tags and Altered Tin classes from last semester as well as a new class on various image transfer methods.  So stay tuned for links to those classes coming soon.  If you took either of the classes this semester and would like to share your experience here that would be great as well.  *S*

Along this same line Tom and I have begun a NING site for me to do a few online classes on that are separate from My Creative Classroom.  These classes are in the works but the site is up now so if you would like to join here is the link.  While the classes are being set up there will be discussions on various topics and I will also be setting up an "image bank" for us all to share vintage copyright free images to share the wealth.  There is no cost to join the group and the cost of the classes will be kept at a level where many will be able to take them.  The site is called The Art of Altering and can be visited here:  www.theartofaltering.ning.com.  Please come check us out and be gentle as we are just beginning our Ning experience and process.

Let me tell you....Tom and I have been destashing my studio and going through items (still) from our trips to Portland, Los Angeles and Arizona.  What does that mean to you?  Seven, yes seven, boxes of items and goodies that we will be posting for sale on our website and at our Etsy shoppe.  They will not go on all at once but over the next few weeks you will see some delicious items coming your way so check back often as we have already seen many things going very quickly.  In other words, if you want it, grab it.  *S*  Be on the lookout for new items to be listed this weekend!!!

The Shoppe at Flatwoods Website

The Shoppe at Flatwoods Etsy Site

Thank you everyone for the kindness, love and support you have shown Tom and I as we venture out and spread our wings a bit more.

Hugs,

Lesley

 

The life and times....

Good Morning Everyone,

I had surgery on my right hand  yesterday so please forgive any extra spaces in my words and the fact that I will be talking about t hings you may  have already read about here...

1st I wanted to post a photo of one of the classes I will be teaching at Artiscape in April, 2010....

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The top photo is the collage we will be making all framed and ready to hang.  I think it turned out pretty cool.  *S*

What kind of art have you all been creating?

Lesley

Have you heard of Artist Class?

Happy Monday Morning Everyone!

Have you been hearing the buzz around our Land O' Blog about Artist Class?  If not, let me fill you in..

Artist Class is an online collection of over 12 project tutorials and over 12 artists and contributors (Dawn from The Feathered Nest, Karen from The Graphics Fairy, Lori from My Faerie Window, Martha from Vintage Trifles and little ole me....just to name a few). 

It is held on a private blog, and registration allows you access. The blog is open through February to allow plenty of time to begin and finish projects.

The project tutorials are presented as blog posts, one every other day, over 4 weeks - October 25 through November 21, 2009.  You'll also receive bonus images, templates and tips and tricks - something every day!

The cost is $59, which is all-inclusive.  So let's do some math here....that's just $4.92 per class at 12 classes but guess what there are over 12 classes!!  Not only that but you get bonus images, templates and other tips and tricks too!!!  Can we say....BARGAIN?  *S* 

So, to sweeten the pot just a bit more how about this....if you use my Discount Code when you register you get the whole kit and kaboodle for just $49!!!!  So now we are down to just pennies over $4.00 per class for the 12 but you still get more than 12 and you still get the other goodies too!!!  Can we say....BONUS BARGAIN?  *S*

So, here is what you need to do to register, click on the Artist Class button below ....

 

When you click to register it will add the Artist Class to your shopping cart.  When you are ready to check out it will ask you for the DISCOUNT CODE to receive your $10.00 off!!!  So, go register and for your $10.00 off use this DISCOUNT CODE: 

 

FLATWOODS

 

Here are a few images from my project....

 

 

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The classes stay open through February so there is plenty of time to play and finish all of the projects and to print out the beautiful goodies being offered.

 

Can't wait to see you all over there!

 

Blessings,

 

Lesley

 

Artist Class is an online collection of over 12 project tutorials and over 12 artists and contributors (Dawn from The Feathered Nest, Karen from The Graphics Fairy, Lori from My Faerie Window, Martha from Vintage Trifles and little ole me....just to name a few). 

It is held on a private blog, and registration allows you access. The blog is open through February to allow plenty of time to begin and finish projects.

The project tutorials are presented as blog posts, one every other day, over 4 weeks - October 25 through November 21, 2009.  You'll also receive bonus images, templates and tips and tricks - something every day!

The cost is $59, which is all-inclusive.  So let's do some math here....that's just $4.92 per class at 12 classes but guess what there are over 12 classes!!  Not only that but you get bonus images, templates and other tips and tricks too!!!  Can we say....BARGAIN?  *S* 

So, to sweeten the pot just a bit more how about this....if you use my Discount Code when you register you get the whole kit and kaboodle for just $49!!!!  So now we are down to just pennies over $4.00 per class for the 12 but you still get more than 12 and you still get the other goodies too!!!  Can we say....BONUS BARGAIN?  *S*

So, here is what you need to do to register, click on the Artist Class button below ....

 

When you click to register it will add the Artist Class to your shopping cart.  When you are ready to check out it will ask you for the DISCOUNT CODE to receive your $10.00 off!!!  So, go register and for your $10.00 off use this DISCOUNT CODE: 

 

FLATWOODS

 

Here are a few images from my project....

 

 

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The classes stay open through February so there is plenty of time to play and finish all of the projects and to print out the beautiful goodies being offered.

 

Can't wait to see you all over there!

 

Blessings,

 

Lesley

 

The Giveaway Drawing.....

Happy Sunday Everyone,

So this past week I sent out to KC one of the Bound Reliquaries Books that I will be creating at her studio in February, 2010.  I have not shared images of this new book as of yet so I decided to share them today...here is a peek.....

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These are all images from the Bound Reliquaries book that I will be teaching at KC Willis' Artist Studio Retreat in Colorado in February, 2010.

The class is limited to 10 people.  When the first 5 sign up there will be a drawing and one of those lucky artists will receive the class at 50% off the class price...that's right one half the cost of an already splendily priced workshop!  :)  But hey it doesn't stop there....when the next and final 5 sign up another drawing will be held and one of those lucky artists will receive the same 50% discount off of the class!!!!!   As my Daddy used to say you can't beat that with a stick!  *S*

So, I had asked my blogger friends to post on their blogs and that one of those lucky winners would receive a Bound Reliquaries Book made to order just for them.  But I decided that perhaps I should not do just one....but two!!!!  Soooooo here are the winners of a one of a kind, original, made to order just for them, Bound Reliquaries Book......

    Candy at Rock Candy

Dawn - The Feathered Nest

So Candy and Dawn I just need you to email me at flatwoodsfolkart@cox.net, tell me the theme of your choosing, your colors, what you see being showcased and held dearly in your book.  *S*

Thank you everyone that passed the word about my class at KCs, it is so appreciated.  I am very blessed to be a part of this blogging world and to have the support of you all.

Blessings,

Lesley

 

A few tags from my online class...

Good Morning Everyone,

I wanted to post a few photos of the tags I have created in my samples for the Tape Transfer Tag Classroom that I am teaching over at My Creative Classroom.  If you haven't signed up you still have time...click on any of the tags and it will take you to the site....

 

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 I will be posting about more good news either tomorrow or Tuesday so be sure not to miss that announcement.  <smile>

Blessings to you all,

Lesley

Just in case you have forgotten.....

Hey Everyone!

Just in case you have forgotten I have a giveaway going on to help promote my class at KC's Artist Studio Retreat in Colorado in February.

Here is the link to the original post:

http://flatwoodsfolkart.typepad.com/flatwoods_folk_art/2009/09/a-giveaway.html

Please pop over and read it cuz the giveaway date is fast approaching!!

Hugs to you all!!!

Lesley

P.S.  Please think about donating to our Chip In for Tina Wright.  Even if all you can do is $1 every little bit counts. 

Happy Friday!!!!

Hi Everyone and Happy Friday to You All!

Just wanted to give everybody a heads up that Art & Soul is indeed having a retreat in Madison, Wisconsin and registration for that retreat will begin on October 11th (yes indeedy this weekend).

Please go check out the classes that are being offered (I am teaching 4 classes at this event).  Glenny and the gang have put together a terrific set of teachers, a great venue and I know that you will love, love, love everything you take away from the retreat.  Here is the link:

http://www.artandsoulretreat.com/madison-2010-workshops.php

Here is the link for A & S in Hampton, Virginia for 2010

http://www.artandsoulretreat.com/virginia-2010-workshops.php

Blessings to you all,

Lesley

 

 

Returning home....

Good Afternoon Everyone!!!

Wow, it feels like we have been gone forever and I guess to some extent we have been gone for an extended period of time. *S*

Our trek began on the 18th of September when we left for our "vacation" at the beach and ended when we returned from Art & Soul in Portland, Oregon last night. 

What an amazing group of people and event in Portland.  Glenny, Vonnie and the A & S Gang as well as Maria and the group from Collage made the event so wonderful and I can't wait to go back.  Mr. Lesley, along with his array of t-shirts from everywhere, became the A & S Fashionista and truly embraced his feminine side when he donned the pink Art & Soul sweatshirt. 

We got to hang out with Kerin & Charley from Remnant's of Olde and Jean from Charmed I'm Sure as well as my amazing students!!!!  Got to hug and talk to Kecia just for a moment and was able to send hellos to Judy Wilkenfeld by way of Mr. DeMeng.  Took a class with Opie and Linda and in addition to making a couple of cool jewelry pieces got to hear Opie play the accordian.  *S*

Do you remember when I took my first classes from Leighanna Light and I took like three classes from her?  She lovingly (well at least I think so) came to know me as her stalker.  Well, guess what....I got my own stalker and I do lovingly refer to Abby in that way.  Hi Abby!!!!  Thank you so much for believing in me and loving my style enough to take three of my classes!!!  I'm working on your private trunk show and will email you when it is ready.

Found some great antique shops, wonderful restaurants and forever friendships.  What more could one ask for?

I've missed blogging and that connection that can only be found in this Land O' Blog and I've missed my readers and reading posts.  So it is very n ice to be back home with our furry family and our own bed.  :)

Don't forget there is still time to join my two classes over at My Creative Classroom (see the links below my banner above). 

Blessings to you all!!!

Lesley

What a week it has been....

Good Morning Everyone!!!

Wow this has been truly a beautiful and wonderful week here at the beach!!!  A lot of laughing, much needed rest and some fruitful excursions to some local antique malls.  *S* 

I must say that spending this time with our friends makes me realize how blessed we are having them in our lives.  They make our hearts happy indeed!!

Just a few reminders as we begin this weekend....

1.  There is still time to sign up for my two classes at My Creative Classroom...just click on the links right below my banner above.  *S*

2.  We will be at A & S in Portland next week...I am so excited!!!!

3.  Sign up for the giveaway listed in my post below.  You will love the book I make for you!!!

I'll be back in a bit to update you some more but for now I am off to have waffles for breakfast!!

Blessings and hugs to you all!

Lesley

A Giveaway.....

Good Morning Everyone,

As most of you know I will be teaching a class at KC Willis' Studio Retreat in Colorado in February 2010.  Because she is just beginning her Studio Retreats I would like to ask you to help spread the word out here in this Land O' Blog.  So, here is what we need you to do.....

1.  On your blog tell them about my altered book class, Bound Reliquaries, which will be held in her shop February 4 - 6, 2010.  Then, and this is the important part, in your blog post link to her visiting artist page here:  http://studioretreats.ning.com/page/visiting-artists-classes

2.  In your post also tell them that the class is limited to 10 people.  When the first 5 sign up there will be a drawing and one of those lucky artists will receive the class at 50% off the class price...that's right one half the cost of an already splendily priced workshop!  :)  But hey it doesn't stop there....when the next and final 5 sign up another drawing will be held and one of those lucky artists will receive the same 50% off discount off of the class!!!!!   

Now for my blogging friends....once you have done the two things above come back here and leave a comment with a link back to your blog.  Then, your name will go into a hat to win an original Bound Reliquaries book from me.  You get to choose your colors, your theme and you get to guide me in what the small shrines should hold.  How great is that????

So let's help get KC's studio off to a great start in 2010.....please pass the word along as shown in one and two above, come pack here and comment with a link to your blog post and we will have a drawing on October 24th!!!!

Thanks everyone and blessings to you all!!!

Lesley

P.S.  For all of those looking froward to the Art & Soul in Wisconsin I will be teaching 4 classes and am sooooooooooooooooooooooooooo very excited!!!!