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Showing posts with label winter. Show all posts

Wednesday, December 2, 2015

gaga over glass

The Holiday Sale in the studio is coming up in just a few days,
 so the sneak previews will continue!
Camp Cactus Holiday Sale
Preview night and artist's reception:
Friday Evening, December 4th  •  6-9 pm
Saturday & Sunday
December 5th & 6th  •  10am - 6pm
4458 NE Brazee, between NE 44th & 45th Avenues
in Portland's Hollywood neighborhood

Joining us for the sale once again, we have two wonderful glass artists:
First up, Jenelle Kathan from Moonbeam Glassworks
 Her latest ornaments will be available at the sale on Friday evening…come early for the best selection!

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Kathy Kollenburn makes beautiful bowls, plates and decorative pieces
and she's been quite busy putting together new pieces for the show.
Hope to see you this weekend!

Wednesday, November 25, 2015

December classes in the studio

2016 is almost here, but there's still time to enjoy a few really fun creative classes in the studio in December. We have some brand new ones, as well a a few that are back by popular demand.

To register and pay for classes via our secure server on PayPal, simply choose the number of spaces you'd like to reserve and click on the "add to cart" button.
If you'd like to reserve a space and pay in person, email Jane at: campcactusmail{at}yahoo{dot}com
We'll get back to you within 24 hours with your registration information. What are you waiting for? Let's get creative!  

Let it Snow!
'Tis the season, and I'm dreaming of a white Christmas, along with most of the kids I know. Here's a way to decorate your windows with giant flakes, just in case the real thing gets foiled by El NiƱo…;-) We'll make lots of flakes, and I'm pretty sure no two will be the same! All materials provided.  Adults accompanying a paying child are free.
Monday, December 21st  10am-noon      $25
Ages 6 - adult   •  Class size is limited   •  Preregistration required


number of students




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, just in time for 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.

Monday, December 21st  1:00-4:00pm      $25
Ages 5- adult   •  Class size is limited   •  Preregistration required


number of students


Sheep and Llamas!
In this fun fibre arts workshop, we'll make a flock of woolly Icelandic sheep and llamas. Perfect for decorating a tree or mantle. This class teaches basic sewing and embroidery skills. No experience necessary. All materials provided.

Tuesday, December 22nd  1-3 pm     $25 
Ages 6 and up  •  Class size is limited  •  Preregistration required


number of students

 


Dreamcatchers
Do you or someone you know sometimes have bad dreams? Catch them in a beautiful handmade web which will filter them out and let only good thoughts and dreams get through. The Ojibway Native Peoples have a legend about these webs. Learn about how and why they came to be in this informative and fun class.
Tuesday afternoon, December 29th   1-3 pm      $25  
Ages 6 - adult  •  Class size is limited  •  Preregistration required


number of students


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 28th   1-4 pm      $30  
Ages 6 - adult  •  Class size is limited  •  Preregistration required


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Wednesday, January 21, 2015

just a little reminder...

Here's a little Tuesday night doodle…
when it's finished it will go into the Etsy shop.
In the meantime, I'm working on a new class schedule for spring.
Stay tuned!

Saturday, November 22, 2014

Holiday Sale 2014


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!


Thursday, December 5, 2013

More art!

Maura Greenblum brought some beautiful
repurposed paper wreaths, perfect for your 
Shabby Chic decorating

New to Camp Cactus this year: 
earthy, functional ceramics by Greg Sparks
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!

Saturday, November 30, 2013

a sneak peek at the holiday sale

The Camp Cactus Holiday Sale is exactly 6 days away, and our wonderful artists are working away in their studios making fantastic art!

Camp Cactus Holiday Sale
 Preview Evening: Friday, December 6th  •  6 - 9pm
Saturday & Sunday December 7th & 8th  •  10am - 6pm
We're located at 4458 NE Brazee, 
between NE 44th & 45th Avenues
in Portland's Hollywood neighborhood

Here's a small sampling of work by mosaic artist Pauline Dugas Tait, who's shown with us for many years. This year, in addition to her incredible mosaics, she's bringing her jewelry work. I can't wait to see her new designs!
© 2013 Pauline Dugas Tait
© 2013 Pauline Dugas Tait


Monday, February 11, 2013

Wednesday, December 19, 2012

let it snow!

This afternoon we had a fantastic group
 of young artists join us in the studio
to build a snow village.
They were incredibly prolific, 
 and churned out house after house...

 a whole neighborhood of tiny houses,
 each one a unique expression of its architect.

Happy Holidays, everyone!

Sunday, December 2, 2012

happy december!

The 20th annual Holiday Sale is in its last hours...new art has been arriving all day!
 Hand blown glass
the knucklehead pups may not be art, but they are certainly entertaining
 Gretchen Boylan still has a few pieces left...
 Judee Moonbeam's fabulous bags
 gorgeous earrings by Lori Presthus
 Malas by Michele Avanti
 Matt Brown's photography
 Rachael Ramos
 Joy
...and more Joy!

Camp Cactus Holiday Sale
4458 NE Brazee
in Portland
Open Sunday Dec. 2  •  10 - 6
See you there!

Tuesday, November 13, 2012

it's time to celebrate!

I can hardly believe it, but it's already been twenty years since we started this.
It all began when my family moved to Portland from San Francisco in 1991.  That first autumn, I noticed there were lots of "holiday bazaars" held in private homes all over my neighborhood. I had never seen anything like it before, and though the taste level ranged from 1950s-era crocheted toilet paper covers to much more sophisticated fine art and craft pieces you might find in a gallery setting, these homey craft shows were really the precursors to today's pop-up shops. It sure sparked my entrepreneurial spirit, and in October of 1992 I decided to give it a try at our house.

I wrangled a few creative friends, cleared out the first floor of the house and we set up a temporary shop, complete with hot cider and cookies to make our shoppers happy. I wish I had photos of that first sale, but after spending an hour on my knees looking through old photos, I gave up, poured myself a glass of wine and decided to recount the tale without pictures.

I did find my records from the first sale, though...we sold hand painted ornaments, the first Santa dolls I ever made, painted wooden bowls, birdhouses and lots of goofy crafts that were popular back then.
This year, we have a host of amazing local artists making everything from blown glass to wearable art.
I draw the line, however, at crocheted toilet paper covers.
Stay tuned!



Saturday, February 11, 2012

say it with heART!

I'm in this cool little neighborhood show this weekend. Held in the lovely home of my good friend, fibre artist Judee Moonbeam, this sale showcases the work of many local artists.

Stop by and shop for the perfect gift for your true love 
on Sunday, February 12th, from 10am till 5pm
get more info here: sayitwithheart.blogspot.com

Monday, January 30, 2012

february 11th: valentine workshop!

Update: The workshop has been rescheduled for Sunday, February 12th, from 1-4pm!
Are you a procrastinator? Do you hate shopping for Hallmark holidays? Want to give your sweetie or other loved ones a really heartfelt, handmade gift made just for them?


Come on over to Camp Cactus Studio for a Valentine-making extravaganza. We'll be in the studio all day Saturday, February 11th (from noon to 4:00) crafting love notes, cards and cute little shrines.

Pop-up valentines:
Matchbox valentines:

Love magnets (in their own groovy tins):
Danish paper hearts, perfect for holding sweets:
This is a great workshop for parents and kids to do together,
but adults are welcome all on their own, too!

 Saturday, February 11th
Noon - 4
$15
Drop in for an hour, or stay the whole time.
We'll have hot cocoa and treats, and all materials are included.
all ages are welcome
(children under 6 must be accompanied by an adult)

register and pay by credit or debit card by clicking on the button below:


(sorry class is over)
or reserve a space by calling Jane at the studio:
503. 347. 2319
Click here for a map to the studio