September 2016 Classes and Events

Summer is coming to an end… and here at The Golden Button we are getting ready for a fun Fall Schedule! Here is a list of Classes and Events for September! Call (203)910-9948 and leave a message or email us at info@goldenbuttonshop.com to save a spot in your favorite class!!! Let us know your name,  a phone number and email we can reach you at and the class you would like to join! We will contact you with a confirmation prior to class beginning.

 

 

Tuesdays:

 

Kids Machine Sewing (all levels)

Meets Tuesdays in September 6, 13, 20, and 27th from 3-4 PM

 

This class is ideal for Middle Schoolers! Get out of school and hop over to The Golden Button for some awesome sewing! (Please send your child with a drink and snack!!!!) You may leave your machine at the Studio so you do not need to worry about transporting it!) (Kids who take the bus typically arrive at about 2:30/2:40 leaving them time for snack and a little homework.) Children will create awesome projects using both hand sewing and machine Sewing! (Also great for homeschoolers!) Cost is $65 plus $20 supply fee

 

“My Favorite Books” Sewing Class (all levels)

Meets Tuesdays in September 6, 13, 20, and 27th 4:20-5:20 PM

 

Join us in September!!!! Yup thats right… Harry Potter, Hunger Games, Alice in Wonderland inspired sewing projects!! Pick your favorites!) Work on awesome projects inspired by your favorite books! Bring your machine and manual and all your little sewing treasures. All fabric will be supplied! Cost is $65 plus $20 supply fee (Discount if you sign up for both!)

 

Wednesdays:

 

Animal Painting

Meets Wednesdays in September 7, 14, 21 and 28th from 4:30-5:30 PM

Join us for this four-session class where participants will create beautiful acrylic, watercolor and mixed media paintings with local Animal Painter and Illustrator, Kate Gorham. Kate will guide you as you learn acrylic paint techniques and create wonderful paintings inspired by local animals!

Ages 7 and up please. Cost is $65 plus $20 supply fee

 

Adult and Kids Machine Sewing

Meets Wednesdays in September 7, 14, 21 and 28th from 6-7 PM

Parents and children can both learn how to use a sewing machine! Bring your sewing manual and we will create a fun and easy project for you to take home! (class is designed so that you can share one sewing machine and learn together) Learn how to thread your machine, work your machine and create beautiful items too! Please bring your sewing kits, thread, pins and all that good stuff if you have it. Create some Awesome Autumn inspired projects. Cost is $85 plus $35 supply fee (covers 1 adult and 1 child)

 

 

Thursdays:

Learn to Crochet

Thursday nights in September 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29th

5-6 PM

 Join us for this four-session class where participants will learn the basic crochet stitches and create several projects! Class is open to teenagers and adults. We will have supply kits for purchase or participants can bring their own yarn and crochet hooks. Make a scarf, cowl, blanket or pick from other Autumn inspired projects! Great for beginners or for a refresher class!

Cost is $90.00 (covers all 5 classes!) plus a $10 supply kit if you need it!

 

 

Stitch and B*#^%

Thursday nights in September  8, 15,  22, and 29th

6-7PM

Right after the class! Don’t need a class? That’s fine too…. Join us for a little fun! Hang out and work on your projects! You are not limited to crochet! Bring any kind of project you are working on! Bring your friends! Its more fun this way! Cost is $10 per person… includes tea and snacks! Please let us know if you are coming!

 

Fridays:

 

Home School: Art Exploration

Meets Fridays in September 2, 9, 16, and 23rd2:00-3:20 PM

For children who love to create art. Each week kids are encouraged to explore and create projects that you may not be comfortable creating at home! Found object art, textured paintings, paper mache, mixed medium sculpture, sew, or draw! Children come up with ideas, a plan, create, and explore with lots of supplies! Learn new tips and tricks to improve their art! (4 weeks) Cost is $85 plus $30 supply fee (discount for siblings)

 

 

Handmade Stuffed Animals!

Fridays in September 2, 9, 16, 23rd and 30th from 4:20-5:20 PM

 

This is an awesome class for any super creative kids! Create one of a kind fabric Art! Design, hand paint and create your very own stuffed animals! Create animals and characters of all sizes and shapes! Kids DO NOT have to sew but are more than welcome and encouraged to try! Ages 6 and up (5 weeks) Cost is $80 plus $32 supply fee

 

 

Friday Night Art: Paper, Polymer Clay and More

Fridays in September 2,9, 16, 23rd and 30th from 5:30-6:30 PM

Kids will create wild and fun sculptures using, paper, polymer clay and much more! The sky is the limit! Plan, create then decorate awesome, magical sculptures!!!! This is so much fun! Kids 4 and up are welcome. Projects are inspired by children’s favorite things!!!

(5 weeks) Cost is $80 plus $25 supply fee

 

 

Older Kid Art

Fridays in September 2,9, 16, 23rd and 30th from 6:30-7:30 PM

For older kids who love to create art. Each week children will have the options to create found object art, textured paintings, paper mache, mixed medium sculpture, or draw! Come up with ideas, a plan, create, and explore with lots of supplies! Learn new tips and tricks to improve their art! (5 weeks) Cost is $85 plus $30 supply fee (Ages 9-13)

 

Special Events

 

Kids Autumn Paint Night

Saturday, September 24th from 5-7 PM

Come and create a beautiful Autumn inspired painting with Miss Kate. Kids ages 5 and up are welcome! Awesome Autumn snacks will be served. Cost is $25 per child