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University Pickers
Huntsville
University Pickers
Birmingham
Come join us for this awesome door hanger making class! All pieces are pre cut and ready to paint. Kit includes 20 inch shiplap style circle, "welcome" word, one truck, and nine seasonal cut outs which includes fireworks, easter eggs, hearts, flowers, snowflakes, pumpkins, clovers, xmas tree, and candy corn. Every season and holiday is represented so your door hanger can stay up all year long. All supplies are included in class such as paint, velcro, twine for hanging, and glue. This fun wood cut out was created by Jewel's Designs at the Farm. Class is scheduled for Sunday, November 29th from 2-4pm. Each ticket is $45 per person. All sales are final. No refunds are given unless the class is cancelled. Class minimum is 3, Maximum is 8. All students will have the option of spreading 6 feet apart. GermX and clorox wipes are provided during class. All students will also have their own paint tray, paint brushes, and a limited amount of items will be passed around by the teacher. Masks are required for all students and teacher. If you need a break we have a conveniently located back door for fresh air. Come on in to our classroom - enjoy the season with friends - make some fantastic holiday decor with Lynne of A Fresh Coat of Fabulous! You decide if you would like to create 3 varied heights of wooden trees - or a standing 3-dimensional wooden snowperson. We provide Dixie Belle Paint water-based stains, chalk mineral paints in several colors, twine and ribbon to adorn your creations. Have your own items to decorate with? You can bring them if you wish. Trees are approx 21.5x12, 26.5x9, and 12.5x7 with the base. Frosty the snowperson is made of 3 flat pieces that all slide and fit into each other to create a 3D wooden figure that is 16x10. So come on in and learn how to use water-based non-toxic gel stain and how to create a fun textured schmear. Super fun! Super easy! This class is scheduled for Saturday, November 30th from 5:00pm to 7:00pm. Each ticket is $45 per person. All sales are final unless the class is canceled. Class maximum is 10, minimum is 2. We’ve got another tea towel class for ya’ll. This one featuring Mr. Grinch. Ya’ll come join Mrs. Beth for this great girls night out. All supplies are included just bring a friend. Step by Step guidance is given. This class is perfect for beginners and groups. This class is scheduled for Thursday, December 3rd from 12:30pm til 2:30pm. Registration ends December 2nd. Each ticket is $20 per person. All sales are final. No refunds are given unless the class is… Now this is a Holiday Statement piece! Fully assembled 2 ft all around - top to bottom and side to side. All you do is paint and stencil if you wish using your choice of Dixie Belle Chalk Mineral Paint. Pick your choice of color from the chart below. This class is scheduled for Sunday, December 6th from 2:00 to 6:00pm. Registration ends December 3rd. Each ticket is $95 per person. All sales are final unless the class is canceled. Minimum- 2, Maximum-5 Our newest decoupage ornament class is hosted by Southern Row at our Huntsville location. A great way to get out of house and express your creativity! Each student will be given twelve ornaments with six different styles. You’ll learn the art of decoupage while creating fun ornaments for your tree. All supplies are included just bring a friend! This class is scheduled for Saturday, December 12th from 10-11:30am. Deadline for sign up is December 10th. Each ticket is $30 per… Our very own cookie lady will teach you the art of cooking decorating and the best part is you will leave with five yummy desserts! Yay! All supplies are included. This class is scheduled for Monday, December 14th from 12-3pm. Registration ends December 13th. Each ticket is $50 per person. All sales are final unless the class is cancelled. Class minimum is 3, Maximum is 10 Did you know gnomes are known for the luck they bring? This cutie is sure to bring love to all who see it! This make and take craft project is a fun and relaxing way to spend time with your bestie. We will paint some fabulous gnomes with easy to use, eco-friendly, no VOC’s Dixie Belle Chalk Mineral Paint. Please wear clothing you are comfortable working in since we are using paint. We will provide aprons, paint, and brushes. Snacks and beverages are allowed and encouraged. We just ask that you drink responsibly. 😉 This class is scheduled for SUNDAY, JANUARY 24 from 1:00PM to 3:30. Registration ends on JANUARY 22. Each ticket is $45 per person. All sales are final. No refunds unless the class is canceled. Class minimum is _3_, Maximum is 8. Did you know gnomes are known for the luck they bring? This cutie is sure to bring love to all who see it! This make and take craft project is a fun and relaxing way to spend time with your bestie. We will paint some fabulous gnomes with easy to use, eco-friendly, no VOC’s Dixie Belle Chalk Mineral Paint. Please wear clothing you are comfortable working in since we are using paint. We will provide aprons, paint, and brushes. Snacks and beverages are allowed and encouraged. We just ask that you drink responsibly. 😉 This class is scheduled for MONDAY, JANUARY 25 from 5:00PM to 7:00. Registration ends on JANUARY 23. Each ticket is $45 per person. All sales are final. No refunds unless the class is canceled. Class minimum is _3_, Maximum is 8. Join us for a fabulous make and take craft project featuring easy to use Dixie Belle Paint. Relax and have fun with friends as you make your own large take home heart. There will be lots of beautiful paint colors to choose from and you may choose to use water based stain as well. You’ll also learn dry brushing and aging techniques if you’d like to jazz up your project. So grab a few friends and let’s heart paint! Please wear clothing you are comfortable working in since we are using paint and stain. All items used are VOC free and eco friendly. We will provide aprons, paint, and brushes. Snacks and beverages are allowed and encouraged. We just ask that you drink responsibly. 😉 This class is scheduled for SATURDAY, JANUARY 30 from 5:00 to 7:00. Registration ends on JANUARY 28. Each ticket is $45 per person. All sales are final. No refunds unless the class is canceled. Class minimum is 3, Maximum is 8. Join us for a fabulous make and take craft project featuring easy to use Dixie Belle Paint. Relax and have fun with friends as you make your own large take home heart. There will be lots of beautiful paint colors to choose from and you may choose to use water based stain as well. You’ll also learn dry brushing and aging techniques if you’d like to jazz up your project. So grab a few friends and let’s heart paint! Please wear clothing you are comfortable working in since we are using paint and stain. All items used are VOC free and eco friendly. We will provide aprons, paint, and brushes. Snacks and beverages are allowed and encouraged. We just ask that you drink responsibly. 😉 This class is scheduled for Tuesday, February 2nd from 5:00 to 7:00. Registration ends on JANUARY 31st. Each ticket is $45 per person. All sales are final. No refunds unless the class is canceled. Class minimum is 3, Maximum is 8. Don’t be scared…It’s Just Paint! In this furniture painting workshop you will learn all about furniture painting. Great for beginners or if you have been painting a little while and want to learn about a variety of paints. You will receive a gift bag with my favorite paint brush and several goodies valued at over $25! This class is scheduled for Saturday, February 20th from 11:00am til 4:00pm. Registration ends February 18th. Each ticket is $99 per person. All sales are final. No refunds are given unless the class is canceled. Maximum is 15, Minimum is 5. Due to new social distancing guidelines we have limited seating to 50% occupancy. Each student will have the option of sitting at their own table. All supplies are included. However, no supplies will be passed from one student to another. Students are encouraged, but not required, to wear masks. Hand sanitizer is available. Instructor: Trish Gleason, co-owner University Pickers
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November 2020
Vintage Welcome Truck Seasonal Door Hanger (Huntsville)
Texture Painting- Holiday tree trio or 3D Snowman-Pick your Project BIRMINGHAM LOCATION
December 2020
Grinch Tea Towel Painting Party (Huntsville)
Sleigh This Holiday! (Birmingham Location)
Decoupage Ornament Class (Huntsville Location)
Cookie Decorating Class (Huntsville Location)
January 2021
All My Gnomies Love Me (Birmingham Location)
All My Gnomies Love Me (Birmingham Location)
I Heart Painting! (Birmingham Location)
February 2021
I Heart Painting! (Birmingham Location)
Furniture Painting Workshop-It’s Just Paint Hosted By Trish Gleason Leeds Store
The furniture painting workshop begins with a paint talk to learn all about the variety of paints available and which to use when: chalk-based, enamel, latex, acrylic, milk and all the top coats, glazing and more!
Then you will dive in to paint 6-8 samples to learn furniture painting techniques using, chalk-based, acrylic and milk based paints. Painting techniques such as waxing, distressing, layering paints, glazing and more! You will go home with each recipe so you can create the same finishes on your own projects when you leave. Light lunch and snacks are provided.
This is the Leeds/Birmingham location.
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Huntsville Location: 3024 University Dr NW, Huntsville, AL 35806
Phone: (256) 964-6862
Birmingham Location: 6200 Grand River Blvd, Suite 672, Leeds, Alabama 35092
Phone: (205) 702-0108
Hours:
Huntsville
M - F: 10am - 6pm
Sat: 9am - 6pm
Sun: 12pm - 5pm
Birmingham
M-Th 11am-7pm
Fri-Sat 10am-7pm
Sun: 12pm-6pm
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