Dreaming Bear Workshops

Class Description List

So, you're thinking of signing up for one of our workshops! Great! Our new class schedule will begin again this fall. All of our sign ups (this includes initial registrations, payments, cancellations, etc) are now being handled through Kirkwood Community College. There are a number of ways to find out details about the workshops offered...

Website: http://kirkwood.edu/ce
Phone: 319-398-5517 or 1-800-363-2220
Email: info@kirkwood.edu

Dream Boxes

"Nichos" are small tin shadow boxes handmade in Mexico, and a popular folk art piece. Each tin box has small glass door that looks in on a small space which is ideal for displaying a shrine, photo or collage. Come and make one with us! We'll provide the nicho, as well as tons of ephemera to decorate it with. We'll use acrylic paints, alcohol inks, papers and embellishments to achieve the look you want. Ages 10 and up welcome.

Flowers! Flowers! Flowers!

Flowers are a fun and flirty decorative element! We can show you how to make three different kinds of funky flowers..they can be used for topping gift packages, turning into jewelry, or a colorful decoration in your home. We'll be using papers, buttons, wire, paints and some surprise ingredients! We'll supply everything you need, but if you have some favorite buttons and papers (heavy weight) you'd like to use, bring 'em along! Ages 12 and up welcome.

Metal Embossed Picture Frame

Join us as we learn simple and fun techniques for embossing soft metal, and using it to embellish the front of your picture frame. A kit including the frame, metal and tools will be provided for you, and you can dress up the metal using paint and rubbings too! Sky's the limit!

Mixed Media Collage

Bring along copies of your favorite photos, and make a colorful collage with your picture as the focal point! Acrylic paints will be used in different ways to achieve textures, backgrounds, and add whimsical details to your piece. Attach a favorite quote, layer on some papers, and you're good to go! Ages 10 and up welcome.

Window Art

We have lots of old windows for you to turn into a cool piece of wall art! There are so many possibilities with this..use your favorite inspirational quote, try out some new color combinations and more! We have all the paints and embellishments you need to complete it, including the heavy duty hardware used for hanging it on the wall. So much fun! All ages welcome.

Collage Houses

Our cute little wooden houses are so much fun to make, you'll want to make a whole bunch! In this class, we'll provide a couple of house shaped blocks of wood, and show you some really fun and simple techniques for decorating them with paints, papers, and more! You could bring copies of photos of your loved ones and have them peeking out the windows of your house. So much fun! You'll be able to rest them on a shelf, or attach picture hanging hardware so you can hang them on the wall. Ages 8 and up welcome.

Queen For The Evening

This will be a fun filled evening, filled with feathers, confetti and glittery sparkles. Create a whimsical party crown and magic wand for yourself, or as a gift for a super sparkly someone! You will have access to the gorgeous variety of trimmings and supplies in The Dreaming Bear studio, from which to create your luscious masterpiece. When we're done, we'll model our well deserved crowns, we'll cast happy spells with our magic wands, and we'll even treat you to a yummy little cupcake!

Artist Trading Cards

Artist Trading Cards are miniature works of art, created for the intention of trading and sharing, never selling. They encompass all types of media, including paper, fabric, metal, doodling, photos and more. This is a crafting phenomenon which spans all continents, and even has online support groups. In this class, you will learn several fun, easy techniques for creating your mini works of art. You'll end up with several pieces, and you will even have a chance to trade with other artists in the class! Ages 10 & up welcome.

Wild Women Rule

They say that "well behaved women rarely make history." Well, we're not sure about making history, but you will definitely make a splash with these cute little wild women muses! We will provide all of the supplies you need to create several little wild women to take home with you. They can be turned into pins, magnets, party favors, or as an embellishment used in a larger piece of artwork. Ages 12 and up welcome.