I hope you’ve had a great summer and are enjoying the last few days of August. Before you know it we will be settling into our routines and planning ahead for cooler weather, holidays and if you are like me – creative overdrive.

As promised I’m releasing the dates for my in-studio workshops this fall. You don’t need any experience – all my workshops are easy to follow with step by step instructions, and just in case you forget a step, I provide you with a PDF tutorial to review and refer to after the class.

This year I’m introducing a new one-and-a-half-day workshop, “The Angels”. You will create a beautiful heirloom flowing angel that you can display on a pedestal base or as a tree topper. In addition to sculpting the angel’s head, hands and upper torso in polymer clay, we will also be creating beautiful embossed wings and flowing robes in natural fibres of cottons and silks. This figurative sculpture will become a family heirloom for generations to come.

Back by popular demand – “My Little Elf”! This adorable little 14” character is bendable, poseable and is a fun addition to your holiday traditions. You will start and finish this project in my one-day workshop and you will absolutely fall in love with your Little Elf.

These two workshops are $150 per person. This includes all supplies, as well as lunch, coffee and snacks. We will be using Super Sculpey and Living Doll polymer clays, textiles and natural fibres for costuming. Class size is limited. Book your spot in one of these workshops at https://saracinocollection.com/collections/intermediate-classes

I’ve also added one date only for “Sculpt a Bust” where you can make a witch, a Santa or any other character you choose. This is a detailed two-day workshop. Check out the details on my website at http://www.saracinocollection.com

If you live outside my area or prefer to work on a project at your own pace, you also have the option of taking the course online in the form of a PDF tutorial. Email me for more info at maria@saracino.ca

Don’t forget – my mini three hour workshops are also available for private bookings either in-studio or at your home. Workshops are only $50 per person and include all the supplies. Best of all, if you organize a group of 6 people, your class is free. This is a great idea for an adult birthday party, social evening or paint nite alternative. Pictured here is my Potted Elf.

For more information or booking one of my workshops, visit http://www.saracinocollection.com or email me at maria@saracino.ca

Hope to see you soon . . . keep creating!