It's that time of year again, where a bunch of hand-picked local artists gather their wares and help turn the studio into a magical holiday boutique.
We'll have beautiful, contemporary ceramics from Vancouver's Ruby Farms, gorgeous bags and totes by Beaverton's Sew Sisters, jewelry and accessories by Kris Zorko, Sharon Wing, Lulu and T, and 45th Avenue's own Iris Lomax. Hand knit scarves of impossibly soft German wool by Caitie Brown, tiny Fairy shoes and dresses, and Fern's Famous Fudge, too.
Check back here for a sneak peek at lots more... I'll be taking pics and sharing them as the goods are delivered, so stay tuned!
Here are the details:
Sale Hours:
Preview evening and Artist reception:
Friday, December 7th
6 - 9 pm
Saturday & Sunday, December 8th & 9th
10 am - 6 pm
Remember, the Holiday Sale comes but once a year, so drop by and say hello!
The Holiday Sale in the studio is coming right up, and joining me will be some very talented potters and sculptors who have been (literally!) up to their elbows in clay and glazes to bring you beautiful and functional works of art for your home.
Julie Stewart's gorgeous glazes evoke the sea,
and her serving and dining pieces are dishwasher safe and lead free.
Her stacked Raku "rock" lamps bring a rustic elegance to Portland's Craftsman homes.
Courtney Wilson's modern, clean lined style...
and lastly, Elisabeth Cook Sullivan is a master animal sculptor,
whose current passion is building carousels and horses.
Rachael Ramos is a serial crafter. She seems to always be doing something fun and creative with her hands. We never know what she's going to bring to Camp Cactus, but it's always unique and beautiful!
Here are some examples of her work from past sales:
And here's a little bit about Rachael in her own words:
I learned to make things and be thrifty from my grandma. It was her most valuable gift to me.
My handmade items are mostly crocheted, sewn or knitted, but there isn't a craft out there that I don't like, so you never know what I will do. Most of my materials are partial skeins of yarn and vintage fabrics and beads, found at thrift stores, yard and estate sales - so items are often one of a kind because of the limited materials.
~
I hope you can come and shop locally this year
and meet all our talented artisans!
Click here for all the details: Camp Cactus 2014 Holiday Sale
I'm happy to announce that in less than two weeks,
Camp Cactus Studio will again be magically transformed into a warm and cozy gallery and boutique, featuring the art and craft of 24 fantastically gifted local artists and craftspeople.
As always, we'll be donating a portion of all sales to the Oregon Food Bank.
Please join us on Friday Evening, December 5th from 6:00 to 9:00 pm for our preview evening, and a chance to meet many of the artists, sip wine, nibble delicious goodies, and shop for locally made treasures.
Hours:
Friday, December 5th 6:00 - 9:00 pm
Saturday & Sunday
December 6th & 7th 10:00 am-6:00 pm
We're located on NE Brazee, between 44th and 45th Avenues in Portland's Hollywood District.
Stop by and have a cup of hot cider
and share some holiday cheer.
Stay tuned... in the days to come I'll be sharing sneak peeks
of what our artists are working on to bring to the show!
And Kris Zorko is back with her gorgeous Note Totes,
paper tile mirrors and plaques.
Come and check out all these goodies and more
this weekend only, our last sale of the year:
Camp Cactus Holiday Sale
Preview evening: Friday, December 6th from 6 - 9 pm
Saturday & Sunday, December 7th & 8th from 10 am - 6 pm
4458 NE Brazee, between 44th & 45th Avenues
in Portland's Hollywood district
See you there!
It's been a glorious summer, and I hate to say it, but yesterday I felt a bit of a nip in the morning air (nooooo!), and the angle and color of the light seems to have changed overnight.
So let's face it: fall is almost upon us, but no worries - we have lots of creative and fun classes scheduled through December.
This season we'll also be offering classes on some of the days school is not in session.
Check out the fun stuff for grownups, too! Now you can register and pay online through our secure server on PayPal and you can pay using your credit or debit Visa or Mastercard. Or, you can email me atcampcactusmail{at}yahoo{dot}comto reserve your space. I'll email you within 24 hours with your confirmation.
Hope you can join us this fall!
Classes for Kids and Adults:
Make your Own 'Zine!
In this three-session after school workshop, we'll teach you how to put together your very own, one of a kind graphic novel, comic or picture book. You'll learn how to tell your story, develop characters, edit, illustrate and lay out a book.
Bring your imagination and story ideas!
All materials provided.
This class is three after school sessions: Friday afternoon, September 13th 3:30-5:15 and Friday afternoon, September 20th 3:30-5:15 and Friday afternoon, September 27th 3:30-5:15 $70
Sorry! This class is now closed
Ages 6 and up • Class size is limited • Preregistration required
Mummy Workshop
Another fun Halloween project, these poseable mummies can really liven up your spooky decorating!
All materials provided.
Friday afternoon, October 11th 1:00-3:00pm $25
Ages 5 and up • Class size is limited • Preregistration required
Flip Books
Draw your own motion picture book! Using the illusion of apparent motion, we'll make a series of drawings that when put together, create an animated tale.
All materials provided.
Friday morning, November 8th 10:00am-12:00pm $25
Ages 5 and up • Class size is limited • Preregistration required
Kid's Drawing Studio
An open studio where kids ages 5 and up can come and draw to their heart's content in a supportive, non-critical environment.
Artists are free to choose from a variety of materials such as charcoal, graphite, ink, crayon, pastels, markers and colored pencils; and draw from imagination or various visual sources such as photographs and still life. All materials provided.
Friday afternoon, November 8th 1-3 pm $25 or Thursday afternoon, January 2nd 1-3pm $25
Ages 5 and up • Class size is limited • Preregistration required
Sheep!
In this fun fibre arts workshop, we'll make a flock of wooly Icelandic sheep. This class teaches basic sewing and embroidery skills. No experience necessary. All materials provided.
Monday morning, November 11th 10:00am-12:00 pm $25
Ages 6 and up • Class size is limited • Preregistration required Sorry! This class is now closed
Fabulous Fairy Footwear
Make your very own designer Fairy or Elf shoes. We'll draft a custom-sized pattern and sew and embellish with threads and buttons and ribbons and magic. No prior sewing experience necessary. All materials provided.
Monday afternoon, November 11th 1-4 pm $30
Ages 6 and up • Class size is limited • Preregistration required Sorry! This class is now closed
Build a Snow Village
Remember those little paper or cardboard houses from long ago? Here’s your chance to build your own miniature village to display on a shelf or mantle. A fun way to jump start your holiday decorating! This is also a great project for parents and children to build together. Adults accompanying a child are free. All materials provided.
Saturday, December 14th 1-4 pm $25
Ages 5- adult • Class size is limited • Preregistration required
Design Your Own Prayer Flags
In this class, we'll learn a bit about the Tibetan custom of hanging colorful flags containing mantras and prayers to promote peace and other messages, which are said to be carried on the wind and spread throughout the world. We'll design and assemble our own interpretations of these flags using stamps, paints, stencils and inks. Just in time to hang up and spread goodwill in the New Year! This is a fun class for parents and kids to take together.
All materials included.
Monday afternoon, December 30th 1-4 pm $30
Ages 6 - adult • Class size is limited • Preregistration required
Classes for Adults:
New! Coloring Outside the Lines: Saturday Night Doodle Fest
Join us for the first in a series dedicated to jumpstarting your creative spirit.
In these workshops, artists and non-artists alike will learn how doodling and noodling around not only helps stimulate the creative juices, but how it has also been found to help us improve our concentration, listening and recall skills. We'll provide all the materials you'll need, but feel free to bring your favorite doodle pen or pencil and sketchbook. No drawing experience required.
We'll have sparkling cider, wine and goodies to nibble, tunes and fun conversation.
All materials provided, just bring your creative self!
Saturday evening, September 28th 7:00 - 9:30 pm $35 Sorry! This date is now closed
or
Saturday evening, October 19th 7:00 - 9:30 pm $35 Sorry! This date is now closed
or
Saturday evening, November 16th 7:00 - 9:30 pm $35
Adult • Class size is limited • Preregistration required
Holiday Craft Night
Come on by the studio and have some fun crafting ornaments for your holiday decorating.
We'll have hot cider, wine and goodies to nibble, christmas tunes and fun conversation.
All materials provided, just bring your holiday cheer! Thursday, December 19th 7-9:30 pm $35
Adult • Class size is limited • Preregistration required by Monday, Dec. 17
Flowers for your table: Holiday Centerpieces
Just in time for holiday entertaining! Design an elegant centerpiece for your holiday table. We’ll show you the basics of construction, teach you how to extend the life of cut flowers, and provide long-lasting flowers and greens as well as vessels for your creations. All materials provided.
Thanksgiving class: Monday, November 25th 7-9 pm $60
(Preregistration required by Friday, Nov. 22) or Christmas class: Saturday, December 21st 7-9 pm $60
(Preregistration required by Friday, December 13th)
Adults • Class size is limited
Holiday Wreath Workshop
Make a beautiful evergreen wreath to grace your porch or front door. We’ll teach you the basics of wreath making and provide an abundance of greens, dried flowers and other natural materials you won’t find in store-bought wreaths. Feel free to bring ornaments and any accent pieces you might like to incorporate to make your wreath unique.
All materials provided.
Friday, December 13th 7-9 pm $50
Adults • Class size is limited • Preregistration required by Wednesday, Dec. 4
