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  • ART on the farm

    ART on the farm

    The October event is right around the corner...
    Jason and I are working hard to make the event special and unique for everyone visiting
    (October 7th and 8th)
    Part of the uniqueness to this past spring's event was hosting an art class with teacher/artist Jeanne Oliver. The class filled up quickly and a creative fun time was had by all who attended. (you can visit here to see photos of the past art class)
    Creating... within an atmosphere of farm life... sharing... inspiration... memories together... on the prairie
    under the skylights in the horse barn, and the sounds of the horses and chickens in the background, you will be able to learn from her artistic abilities with
    and these lovely ladies will be here on the farm to guide you in this process... teach you how to create

    ~Jeanne Oliver ~
    if you have met Jeanne, you will automatically have a smile on your face... Jeanne is not only creative, but such a peaceful soul — so joyful — and it's one of the qualities I admire and aspire to be myself...
    and having her back to the farm to teach 3 classes this October 7th and 8th is so exciting...

    Vintage Art Journal Class (12-2:30pm) Saturday, October 8th

    You will take a variety of vintage elements and create a beautiful and usable art/writing journal. You will start with a vintage book and alter it to include vintage elements that make it reflect your own personal style. Each journal will be full of vintage papers and watercolor paper. All supplies will be provided but you are free to bring anything personal you would like to add. You will learn how to stamp onto metals and leathers, different photo transfer processes and mixed media techniques. You will also learn beginning art journaling techniques so you can start filling your journal with your own art. All of my classes give clear step by step directions. Even if you have never created art before you will leave with not only a new piece of art but the knowledge to continue your own art at home.
    $58 ($50 if taken with the vintage mixed media art class)

    Vintage Mixed Media Art Class (3-5pm) Saturday, October 8th
    You will take a canvas and vintage elements to create a finished mixed media art piece. Each piece will include vintage papers, charcoal, pencil, paint and vintage hardware. You will learn different photo transfer processes, mixed media techniques and how to use water soluble pencils to create beautiful art. All supplies will be provided. You will leave with a completed vintage mixed media art piece on a door plate (escutcheon) stand. All of my classes give clear step by step directions. Even if you have never created art before you will leave with not only a new piece of art but the knowledge to continue your own art at home.

    $58 ($50 if taken with the vintage art journal class)

    To sign up for any of Jeanne's classes, send her an email at jeanneoli@hotmail.com with subject line: NaDa Farm Art Class

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    ~ Jennifer Rizzo ~
    Most of you already know that I love this girl... and how much she has been a part of the last events...

    I'm so excited to have her coming to teach 2 very unique classes!

    Reflections of the prairie mixed media art class (9-11am) Saturday, October 8th

    Bring your coffee and join in on a two hour class where we will create a mixed media mirrored art piece made from a magnifying glass using paper, decoupage medium and the inspiration of the peaceful surroundings. It starts with the 15 minute prairie walk/meditation to gather inspiration. Suitable for all skill levels, Each student will leave with a completed, unique art piece.

    $38.00

    To sign up for any of Jenifer's classes, send her an email at thecraftyhome@comcast.net with subject line: NaDa Farm Art Class

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    ~ Jeanne and Jen are teaching another class together ~
    (1.5 hours 7:30 — 9 pm Friday, October 7th) There is such joy in simply creating, but there is something so fulfilling about being able share it with others as well. Have you always wanted to find ways to let your artwork shine or create paths to promote your unique creations?
    This mini-class will cover ways to: -Remove the fear and take the steps you need towards being published in national magazines -Learn about the ease and tricks for opening an on-line Etsy or Web store -Get hints and information about what you need to open a booth in a co-op space or antique store -Sell or consign your items wholesale to retailers And more…..
    $18 It includes 1 hour of pure information and ½ hour of Q and A time. Hosted by Jeanne Oliver and Jennifer Rizzo to sign up for this class, you can contact either Jennifer or Jeanne
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    ~ Jill Harris ~
    Traveling from the shorses of Jersey to the farm!! This super talented lady is coming back to the farm to not only sell her one of a kind wares, but also teaching a jewelry class
    

    Jill's class will be Friday, October 7th from 4-7pm

    To sign up for Jill's class, you can contact her at: gypsyfleamarket@gmail.com ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    -Hotel discount information is coming soon!-

    Can't wait to see you all again!!! and meeting some new people too...

     You can visit our online homestead anytime

    xo+blessings,

  • on the threshold...

    on the threshold...

    with a brand new baby, and five other children to care for, my life keeps me busy... but it never keeps me cooped up...
    it's when I take them places and enjoy even shopping for antiques that I see them blossom...
    shopping with all of us together doesn't happen often, but when they are told, with keys in my hand... "Okay! let's get in the car... Mama has a surprise for you!!" (I never give them notice... it's always a surprise because you just never know what will prevent me from actually acting out a "plan")... they all yell with joy and go get dressed into 'good clothes' (as we say here on the farm... which usually means 'clean')
    take this little lady here... a skirt I made with a horse applique + head band that me and my oldest daughter made... she's getting so big...

    and this guy... man alive is he getting big... and if anyone is going through the changes it's him
    but oh my sweet son
    I miss holding you in my arms...

    I seriously cannot express the joys of having a large family...

    but out of all of the children, these two are on the threshold

    ON A DIFFERENT NOTE: Today is the last day to sign up for ART on the Farm with Jeanne Oliver sign up by emailing Jeaane at: jeanneoli@hotnail.com 

    'cream ruffled apron' picture courtesy of Jeanne I am also so honored to have her sell her brand new line right here on the farm!! Come meet Jeanne at Farm!
    she's got some amazing pieces she will be selling right here on the farm as well see her new line HERE where you can enter her $500 giveaway!!
    xo+farm blessings,

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