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Thankful Times
I am excited about Thanksgiving this year! I'm thankful for my family being together, for traditions, for turkey and trimmings, and a long nap after dinner! I’m carving (ha) out more time for creating...
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Creative Jumpstart 2015!
For someone like me who struggles with the gray days of winter, I look forward to January. Ok, it's not just because of the new seasons of Downton Abbey and The Bachelor (who’s with me?!?! Anyone?)...
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Did you get it? If not, sign up! Check out the tabs at the top of the blog -Jacqueline SullivanNellie WortmanThe Mysterious Sewing Machine!In June, Kristen Robinson returns to play at SmittenDust!
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Keys to a Lady's Heart
SmittenDust Studio hosted the Dimondale Ladies Home Culture Club recently. After their meeting (and before most everyone left for Florida!), we made a cute Valentine’s Day project with keys! Below...
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Mixed Media Books, Jacqueline Sullivan Style!
Look how clean, organized and well-behaved we are! Of course, this is just the beginning of class! Molding Paste and the Book Adventures in Art Journaling Ya’ll come back now, ya hear? We’re planning...
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Spring! And not a moment too soon...
Spring is nearly here when fresh air is abundant, green sprouts emerge from the frozen earth and there is a sense of hopefulness. Ah life, you never go according to my plans. It is so important to have...
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Nellie Wortman's Magic
It was so special to host Michigan-based artist, Nellie Wortman, during the first days of spring!Her work is so moody and beautiful and her techniques are distinctive and all her own. It felt special...
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Kristen Robinson in June!
It is hard, near impossible, not to fall in love with Kristen Robinson! Her work is so…her! She is nice and kind and drama-free. I love her artistic style and quality teaching. They are as unique and...
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Summer Class Schedule
Did you know we have some fabulous local art teachers and some are teaching at SmittenDust Studio in Dimondale!Monday, June 9, 6 -8:30 PM, ADVANCED ZENTANGLE® Jane ReiterDevelop your meditative...
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Run Away With The Circus!
Under the big top of SmittenDust Studio, a vintage circus comes to town! Opening day showcases FOUR PROJECTS, all on ONE Saturdaybut.... here's the catch! There are only 10 tickets! Run Away with the...
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Magdalena Muldoon July 26 - 27, 2014
We are honored to bring our friend, Magdalena Muldoon, to the mitten this summer! Save the dates of Saturday, July 26 and Sunday, July 27!Good news! There is only one kit fee!!! The kit fee of $20...
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Fabric Art Postcard with Shirley K. Bentsen
See above tab "Upcoming Classes"Non-sewer, fear not! Shirley's fabulous Art Postcards are a perfectly lovely way to jump into embellishments, mixed-media, altered art, etc, etc, etc. Be a part of a...
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Open Studio
Thursday, August 14 from 5:30 – 8:30 at SmittenDust StudioFirst check out the Dimondale Farmer’s Market and then come on in!Bring something to work on and get to know some friendly, creative people!
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SmittenDust Studio’s Annual Art/Craft Supply Sale and Flea Market
We know, we know. We fess up to too many interests, too little time or space. All those formerly loved (ahem… never opened) art supplies? This is where you can find new owners and earn some cash!This...
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Celebrate Day of the Dead at SmittenDust Studio November 1 & 2, 2014
Dia de los Muertos – Day of the Dead – is a joyful holiday celebrated on November 1st in Mexico and around the world in many other cultures. It is a time to honor and 2nd and commemorate those who...
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Dimondale Holiday Fair!
Friday & Saturday, November 21, 22, Dimondale Holiday Fair Rent table space and join us as the local community members visit to shop in Dimondale and Holt!
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DIY Gift Maker Fair
Saturday, November 15, 10 -4 DIY Gift Maker Fair with various teachers. Choose the projects you want to make and pay as you go! Spend an hour or a day to make cool gifts for the holidays! Photos and...
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Celebrate Day of the Dead at SmittenDust Studio November 1 & 2, 2014
Dia de los Muertos – Day of the Dead – is a joyful holiday celebrated on November 1st in Mexico and around the world in many other cultures. It is a time to honor and 2nd and commemorate those who...
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Zentangle in Color
Tuesday, October 21 6-8, Zentangle in Color with Jane Reiter, $35 More Zentangle fun!
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Mixed Media Memorial Medallion
Date Change! Wednesday, Oct. 29 6-8. Mixed Media Memorial Medallionwith Dusty DeHaven, $25. Create a lovely memento of a loved one to use as an ornament, embellishment or to use in the upcoming Day...
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True Confessions
Blogging is not an intuitive sport for me. I like words, I like to make stuff. I like to take pictures. What’s the problemo?(See? Something I made AND photographed! LOL!)So please forgive me as I...
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Tammy's Delish Hot Cider
OMG! If you couldn't make it to the Jen and Kari show last week, not only did you miss great fun and cool techniques and art, but you sadly missed the #MostAmazingCiderOnEarth!!I wish I had a "Scratch...
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Dia de Los Muertos is a beautiful thing!
Coming up! Dia De Los Muertos or Day of the Dead isa beautiful thing! Join us at SmittenDust, the weekend of November 1& 2 with Shirley K. Bentsen and Jane Reiter. (I can already hear the...
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Jacqueline Sullivan is Back!
Saturday, September 12, 201510-5Acrylic Meets Fiber Workshop with Jacqueline SullivanJacqueline's classes are a favorite for many students. She has a huge following in Michigan and you'll know why...
View ArticleTake Time for Yourself
2015 has been quite the year. Even in September I felt like I'd put in a full year's worth (or more) of "events" and life changes.December (2014) through mid-June, we unexpectedly got an exchange...
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