Back in 2018, one of my former students sent her stained glass lamp that was in process to me. The pattern had been adapted but in the end was too slim to fit on a lamp harp. 

Unfortunately life got a way from me and lots of time passed. Fast forward to Spring of 2022. What? Why so long Kim? Well classes, COVID and life just took over. In May I realized I was holding the lamp hostage- afraid of what needed to be done and how to do it. I started work and when I went to put it together is fell apart because there were no horizontal lines only vertical. Design flaw. 

After sitting down and roughing out a drawing I realized those horizontal lines were necessary- redesign. When it was redone with horizontal lines all was good. Lessons learned: really look at the design before jumping in, plan for hiccups and remember that sometimes accidents can be learning experiences.

​The lamp looks great and will be going home in August. 

Back when I started my blog on my Lycos website I called it Wacky Wednesday because I posted on Wednesdays and Wednesday evening in my studio at the Workhouse Art Center we would have Wacky Wednesday.

What is Wacky Wednesday you ask? It was when students would come by to just hang out and work on their projects. We had a blast sitting, talking, laughing and just having fun. Sometimes beer would somehow end up showing up during the evening also.

So I have wanted Wacky Wednesdays to come back and they have, the class that meets on Wednesday night has been together for over a year. Yes you heard that right, we just celebrated the anniversary last week. This is an amazing group of people. At first it was a group from a local business but some others joined the group and some have left but we are still going strong. 

So here is to Wacky Wednesday reborn!

Succulents are everywhere you look. They come in all colors and all leaf shapes. Who doesn't love them? I do and I would love to have more at the house, right now I only have a Jade Plant. Is that even a succulent? I just asked google and she said yes!

I have wanted to make stained glass succulents forever and finally made two. So now there will be a class next Wednesday June 15 from 10 am to 3 pm. Here is the description from my flyer: 
Create your own stained glass 3 D Flower! Learn how to cut the petals and leaves, grind smooth, wrap with copper foil and solder together. Your flower will be freestanding. All materials and tools provided. Beginners welcome!
Pregnant women should check with their doctor before registering.
Instruction Fee and supplies $90. Advance registration required.

Here are photos of two samples. I did not realize they were in the same color family!

If you are interested in signing up email me at kim@arthappensontarboro.com or call me at 252-650-2530 or stop by the studio.

Keep art in your heART!

​Kim

Pearls are organic and contain trace amounts of water and need moisture so they don't dry out. They should never be stored in plastic bags or boxes or an air tight container, this would cause them to become brittle and damage their luster.

Store your pearls alone in a soft cloth pouch or in a soft lined jewelry box. 

After wearing your pearls, wipe them with a damp cloth to remove body oils and any chemicals that can damage the nacre of the pearls.

Want to learn how to restring your pearls? I have a class where you can bring your pearls or start with new pearls and make your own necklace.