Studio Primrose
Office/Cell: 949.584.1917		Fax: 949.457.9459
Class Schedule - March - June 2008
March
Decorative Concrete Overlay Demo/Lecture	Thurs., March 27	6:00pm - 9:00pm	Capo #9673265
April
Finish it! Workshop I	Wed., April 2	6:00pm - 9:15pm	Capo #9673161
Quick and Easy Decorative Wall Finishes - Wkshp1	Sat., April 12	9:30am - 1:30pm	SVUSD #29461
The Art of Decoupage	Sat., April 26	9:30am - 2:00pm	SVUSD #29465
May
Finish It! Furniture Workshop I	Sat., May 3	9:30am - 1:30pm	SVUSD #29463
Mosaic Stepping Stone	Tues/Wed, May 6/7	6:00pm - 9:00pm	SVUSD #29464
NEW! Plaster It!  Intro to Dec & Metallic Plasters	Sat., May 10	9:30am - 4:30pm	SVUSD #29473
Go Green! American Clay & Japanese Plaster Wksp	Sat., May 31	9:30am - 4:30pm	SVUSD #29472
Class Descriptions & Fees
Advanced Skimstone/Preferred Applicator Certification Workshop
In this two-day workshop, learn how to work with Skimstone, a versatile decorative concrete overlay finish, to create trendy and beautiful floors and countertops.   Skimstone can be used for both interior and exterior applications.  Students completing this workshop will receive a certificate and designation as a Skimstone Preferred Applicator.  One of the benefits of this “certification” includes being listed on the Skimstone website: www.skimstone.com  as a Preferred Applicator.
In this workshop students will learn surface preparation, Skimstone application, recipes for various finishes including faux slate, sautillo tiles, using a Modello™ to create patterns in the concrete and more.  Students will complete sample boards, do hands-on work on a “community” floor surface and countertop.  Each student will receive a detailed instruction manual.
Please call (949) 859-3289 or email studioprimrose@sbcglobal.net  to register for the class.
Textured Wall Finishes I (formerly known as Smooth & Crusty Finishes) – Take a step “outside the box” and work with plasters to create unique finishes.  This 3-Day workshop will feature products from three wonderful companies: ProFaux, Meoded, Aqua Finishing Solutions and introducing a wonderful new clay plaster by American Clay.  Polished plasters, aged & cracked plaster finishes will be featured, also finishes with powder pigments, metallic waxes, glazes, etc.  Prerequisites: It is recommended that students be experienced finishers.  Discuss with Laura experience level.
Quick & Easy Decorative Wall Finishes Workshop I –  In this hands-on workshop, learn how to apply beautiful finishes that create a soft, warm ambiance in your home.  These finishes become the backdrop to a variety of decorating styles, from contemporary to old world.  Start with the basics needed to prepare for and complete your decorative finishes successfully.  Then to the fun stuff—simple single and multi-color glaze finishes, blended finishes, etc.  Learn how to use a variety of the “tools of the trade” to make to job easier.  The result—gorgeous finishes that will enhance your home!  Bring your enthusiasm to learn and create—we will supply everything else!
Class Fee/Deposit $30.00
Supply Fee of $35.00 is paid to the Instructor the day of class.
That’s Stencilled? Workshop I - Learn how to use a variety of techniques to create beautiful “hand painted” accents in your home using metallic paints, glaze/paint, etc. Students will also learn one of the strongest decorating trends—textured or “raised” stenciling.  Each of the techniques learned in this workshop enhance both walls and furniture alike.  Students will use the studio’s stencils, paints, brushes, etc. in class.
Class Fee/Deposit: $20.00
Supply Fee of $30.00 is paid to Instructor the day of class.
Finish it! Furniture Workshop I – Learn the tricks of the trade to create the furniture and decorator pieces you see in magazines, home décor catalogs and decorative furnishings stores, including the “old world” look! Learn how to prepare the surface and finish samples on pieces of wood molding using various distressing, crackling, antiquing, and staining techniques to create some really great finishes.
Class Fee/Deposit:  $40.00
Supply Fee of $40.00 is paid to the Instructor the day of class.
Finish it! Furniture Workshop II - Do you love the look of natural wood moulding—cherry, mahogany, pine and/or oak? Learn simple glazing and brushing techniques to “fool the eye” using primed MDF moulding.
Class Fee/Deposit:  $40.00
Supply Fee of $40.00 is paid to the Instructor the day of class.
”Clouded Sky” Workshop I  - Learn new techniques to create beautiful blue skies full of soft, billowy clouds.  The workshop combines lecture/demonstration and hands-on practice.  These techniques are great for wall murals and creating beautiful ceilings.  Great for children’s rooms, recessed ceilings, etc!
Class Fee/Deposit: $35.00
Supply Fee of $30.00  is paid to the Instructor the day of class.
NEW!!!  Plaster It!  Intro to Decorative Plaster and Metallic Plaster Finishes All Day Workshop – These decorator finishes add beauty and a richness to any room!  Students will complete gorgeous sample boards using  venetian, "crusty" old world, and elegant metallic plaster finishes. using multi-layered application processes.  Lunch is included.  A very energizing and creative day!   Quick & Easy Wall Finishes Workshop or experience is highly recommended.  Call Laura for any questions.
Class Fee: $95.00
Supply Fee of $50.00 is paid to Instructor the day of class.
Lecture/Demonstration
Introduction Lecture/Demonstration of Skimstone Decorative Concrete Overlay Finishes — This is a trendy and economical way to create gorgeous surfaces over existing concrete floors/patios (interior and exterior) and Formica countertops! This class is intended to be an introductory demonstration and discussion of the use and layered application process of decorative concrete.  Students will receive written instruction.
Class Fee: $50.00
Supply Fee of $10.00 is paid to Instructor the day of class.
Project Classes
Decoupage Flower Pot/Vase - Have fun learning the art of decoupage by transforming either a large “rosen” (vase shaped) clay pot or a round wooden tray into a beautiful decorator piece.  The finished piece looks hand painted!  “Age” the piece by “china” crackling and then antiquing to expose the beautiful crackled surface.  Great gift idea!
Class Fee/Deposit $20.00
Supply Fee of  $25.00 (vase/pot) OR $45 (tray) is paid to the instructor the day of class.
Mosaic Garden Stepping Stone - Have fun creating a unique piece for your garden using a combination of broken china pieces, stained glass, tiles, etc.  It is your one-of-a-kind work of art!  In this two-session class, you will learn mosaic techniques and skills that you can later apply to many other/larger surfaces.
Class Fee/Deposit: $40.00
Supply Fee of $40.00 is paid to the instructor the first day of class for both classes.