The Golden Button would like to announce…
Mini Summer Camps for 2016!!! 
The Golden Button is offering Mini Summer Camps! These mini “camps” are designed for your child to explore fun and new things. Every week this summer we are offering a variety of different sessions that will run from Tuesday through Friday. Plan ahead and hold a spot now! Space is limited! We offer a discount for siblings and if you sign up for two sessions in one week.

 

 

Week One: June 28th– July 1st

–Diorama Mini Camp: From 3:00-4:00 PM   Create amazing tiny worlds in Diorama Camp. Each day we will use different materials including mini boxes to house our worlds, tiny animals, found objects and more. Create the world of your dreams! So much fun! Cost is $65 plus $15 supply fee

-Summer Night Camp: From 5:00-6:00 PM Summer Night Camp (Ages 4 and up) 
Listen to the summer night sounds, Create a giant bug that really glows, make trees in the night, and a nocturnal animal! Lots of painting and glow in the dark fun! And maybe some outer space art too! Cost is $65 plus $15 supply fee

 

Week Two: July 5- July 8th

–Beginners Sewing: From 1:30-3:00 PM Learn the basics and how to use your machine! Create fun beginner projects and get comfortable with sewing! Please bring your machine and manual! (Ages 7 and up please) Cost is $95 plus $35 supply fee (1.5 hour class) 

-Advanced Sewers Studio: From 3:30-5:00 PM This Mini Camp is for kids who know how to use their machines. Advanced sewers will create more advanced patterns, Make dresses, quilting patterns, awesome stuffed animal patterns and more! Cost is $95 plus $35 supply fee (1.5 hour class) 

 

Week Three: July12 – July 15

–American Doll Sewing Camp: From 3:00-5:00 PM Make Clothes and other projects for your dolls! Learn all different techniques and incorporate some hand sewing. Make fun summer projects you can really use! (Please bring your own machine. Some experience with sewing is very helpful! Get a special discount if you take beginners sewing first!) Cost is $130 plus $45 supply fee (2 hours a day)

  

Week Four: July 19- July 22

–Hand Sewing and Design Camp: From 1-2:30 PM Make simple projects and learn all different techniques of hand sewing. Hand sew a watermelon or ice pop pouch, Make awesome projects with appliques, fun details and more! Fun summer inspired projects you can really use! (Ages 6 and up please) Cost is $95 plus $25 supply fee (1.5 hour class)

-Fantasy Art Camp: From 5:30-6:30 PM This mini camp is for kids who love fantasy. Learn how to draw fantastic creatures, dragons, fairies, gnomes and much more. Then make a beautiful whimsical painting and create toadstools, and much much more! This is going to be fun! Cost is $65 plus $20 supply fee.

 

 

Week Five: July 26- July 29th

–Clothing Design: From 4:00- 5:00 PM This class if for designers! Create a design notebook with fabric swatches and samples. Then we will create 3-d Sculptures of your fashions! (This is not a sewing class) Cost is $65 plus $15 supply fee

-Mixed Media Art: From 5:00- 6:00 PM This mini camp is excellent for really creative kids! Kids will be working on starting ideas from drawings and taking them to 3-D form. Students will create wild and whimsical sculptures, using a variety of materials. We will be using clay, cardboard, paint, found treasures and other materials to create one of a kind artwork! Work Large or tiny! Cost is $65 plus $17 supply fee 

 

Week Six: August 2- August 5th

– Fairy and Gnome Mini Camp: From 1:00- 2:00 PM Create tiny and amazing homes for gnomes or fairies, create a fairy or gnome sculpture, make toad stools to keep in your garden and so much more! Cost is $65 plus $17 supply fee

-Upcycle Sewers! From 5:00 – 6:00 PM This class is perfect for beginner or advanced beginner sewers! Upcycle a dress or shirt. Create a great bag for summer with awesome appliques. SO much fun and use our huge collection of vintage trims and fabrics to create some one of a kind up-cycled pieces! (Please bring a plain t-shirt that still fits –one with stains is fine. Please also bring a cotton dress or skirt to re do!) Cost is $65 plus $17 supply fee

 

Week Seven: August 9- August 12th

 -Sew What You Want: From 2:00-3:30 PM Hand sew, machine sew, read patterns, bring inspiration from home, work on something you need help with. Make a gift for someone….Its up to you! Create something fantastic that you really want to make! Cost is $95 plus $35 supply fee (1.5 hours a day)

-Dirty Hands and Clay Sculpture: From 4:00- 5:00 PM During this workshop children will experiment with a variety of clay recipes. We will be creating magical containers, pieces to wear or display and sculptures of your animal. All while getting very dirty hands! We will work outside when we can. Cost is $65 plus $25 supply fee

 

Week Eight: August 16- August 19th

-3-d Crazy Sculpture: From 2:00-3:00 PM This mini camp is excellent for really creative kids! Kids will be working on starting ideas from drawings and taking them to 3-D form. Students will create wild and whimsical sculptures, using a variety of materials. We will be using clay, cardboard , paint, found treasures and other materials to create one of a kind artwork! Work Large or tiny! Cost is $65 plus $25 supply fee

-Doll Making and More: From 3:30- 5:00 PM Create beautiful dolls and stuffed animals with a combination of hand and machine sewing. Use basic doll patterns to create your own one of a kind doll, make a mermaid, a fuzzy yeti, a sweet French inspired doll or a dog or cat! When you are finished create clothes for your doll and decorate! (You do not need a sewing machine… you may hand sew your dolls….. but you are more than welcome to bring your machine if you want to use it!) Cost is $95 plus $35 supply fee

 

Week Nine: August 23- August 26th

 -Storybook Art: From 3:00-4:00 PM Explore fantastic illustrated children’s books then create your own artwork. Each class we will read a book together and create whimsical and fun works of art inspired by the story. Each week use new materials and techniques to create Story Book inspired art. You can even create small storybooks of our own! Great for younger kids! Cost is $65 plus $17 supply fee

-Paper Mache and Messy Sculpture: From 4:00- 5:00 PM Plan, design and create beautiful, messy and fun art out of different types of paper mache. Make a “Skeleton” for your project then make a super fun project or 4. Let them dry then paint and decorate them! You can make anything out of paper mache! Cost is $65 plus $25 supply fee

Classes and Special Events…..

February (and some of March 2016 SCHEDULE)

 

Please sign up now! You can leave a message at (203) 910-9948, or email us at info@goldenbuttonshop.com to save your space in your class!!!

 

 –Kids Sewing Machine for Beginners: Make a perfect winter skirt Classes meet Mondays beginning February 15 and 22 from 4:30-5:30

This two week class is very special. New sewers will create a very special skirt made from sweatshirt material!!!! So snuggly and warm! Perfect for layering with fun leggings in this chilly February weather! Children will learn how to take measurements and create a garment from their measurements!

Cost is $30 plus a $15 supply fee!

Kids Sewing Machine for Beginners Classes meet Mondays beginning February 29, and March 7th and 14th, 21, 28th and April 4th (6 sessions) from 5:30-6:30 PM

Learn how to use your new machine! Bring your sewing manual and each week we will create a fun and easy project for you to take home! 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.

Cost is $90 plus $35 supply fee

 

Painting for Adults (FULL)

Classes meet Monday February 1, 8, 15 and 22nd from 6-7:30 PM

Adults will meet on Monday evenings at The Golden Button to learn or continue to learn how to paint. Create paintings from life or photos. Classes are taught using acrylic paint. Great for beginners or people who want to get better! Pick your own subject, create animal paintings, work on portraits and more! We will focus on mixing colors, composition, how to manipulate the paint and much more! (4 Sessions) Cost is $65 plus $26 supply fee (or $30 for one class)

Little Kids Art

Tuesdays beginning February 2, 9, 16, and 23rd from 2:30pm – 3:15 ish PM

Little children have fun exploring different art mediums and creating awesome projects! All materials are safe and appropriate for little hands! Parents, grandparents, babysitters are encouraged to join! Make your own paint, clay and more!!!! Class is appropriate for all ages. (4 sessions) Cost $55 plus $20 supply fee

 

Machine Sewing for Kids (advanced beginner) (FULL)

Tuesdays beginning January 19, 26, February 2, 9, 16, and 23  from 4 PM -5:20 PM

This class is for children who know how to use their sewing machines. We will do a quick review on how to use their machines, then they will learn how to read patterns and create finished items. (6 classes) Cost is $125 plus $40 supply fee

 

Adult Sewing

Class meets Wednesday evenings beginning February 3, 10, 17th and 24th from 5:30-6:40 PM

Adults learn how to sew!!! Bring your machine and learn how to use it and create great beginner projects! Please bring your manual to class. You may also bring pins, scissors and other sewing kit items if you already own them. Otherwise we have some available for your use! Cost is $66 plus $20 supply fee. (You will have some projects where you will supply the materials)

Things!!!! (4 Classes) Cost is 65 plus $22 supply fee.

 

After School Art- All The Things We Love (FULL)

Fridays after school January 29th, February 5, 12, 19, 26 from 4:20-5:20PM

Lets have some fun!!! Come over after school and children will create super fun sculptures, 3-D Paintings, and more based on the things we love!!! (5 Classes) Cost is 80 plus $22 supply fee

 

Friday Night Art!!! PAINTING on unexpected things.

Friday nights beginning February 5, 12, 19, 26 from 5:30- 6:30 PM

Kids create awesome paintings!!!! Create a one of a kind lamp, paint on wood, on found objects, fabric, and more. Use all different types of paint. We will be using paint that can stain!!! Please sign up for this class ahead of time so we can get the supplies we need for everyone! (4 classes) Cost is $65 plus $20 supply fee

 

 

Plan ahead….

After School Art- Springy Art

Thursdays after school March 17, 24th, 31st, April 7 and 14th from 4:20-5:20PM

Lets have some fun!!! Come over after school and children will create super fun sculptures, 3-D Paintings, and more based on Springy

Dr. Seuss Inspired Sculpture Class 

Fridays in March!!!! March 4, 11, 18 and 25th from 5:30-6:30 PM

To celebrate one of the most creative American Writer and Illustrator we know….. join us for this super wacky and fun sculpture class! (Dr. Seuss’s B-day is March 2nd but we will celebrate him all month long!!!)  Make something truly amazing art, inspired by some of the best books EVER!!! Use wood, foam, cardboard, wire,  and soooo much more to create!!!! Cost is $65 plus $25 supply fee

(Be prepared to get messy!)

 

 

 Kids Painting, Drawing and Mixed Media Art (ages 9 to 13)

Coming in March!

For older kids who love to create art. Each week children will have the options to create found object art, drawing, textured paintings, mixed medium sculpture, or they can come up with their own ideas and explore with lots of supplies!

-Art Exploration

Coming in March!

Explore the great artists and create artwork in their style!!!! During each class we will look at and discuss a new artist! Then we will create art based on their technique or style. Classes meet for 1.5 hours are wonderful for homeschoolers looking to learn more! Ages 6 and up please!

 

Special Events and Kids Nights Out and more!!!!

 

–Animals in Love Opening: Saturday, February 6th from 2-4PM

Join us at The Woodbury Public Library for rootbeer floats, lot of love and the new collection of paintings from Kate Gorham.

Drop in Valentines Making and Open Paint time:

Sunday, February 7th Pop in between 11 AM till 2 PM

Pick from lots of wonderful Valentine arts and craft projects! Create a one-of-a-kind gift for someone you love. Make some beautiful handmade cards to mail out just in time for Valentines Day!!!! Bring your important addresses, and pop them into our special mailbox to be sent off right away!!!! Make an awesome Wooden Heart Wall Hanging for someone you love and more! Prices range from $12-$22 PER PROJECT!

 

Needle Felting: Lions, Tigers and Cheetahs: Wednesday, February 10th from 7-9:30 PM at The Golden Button.

Join us at the Golden Button on Wednesday, February 10th from 7-9:30 PM to create 3-D a Lion, Tiger or Cheetah sculpture. Needle felting is an easy-to-learn craft in which a barbed needle is used to sculpt wool into anything imaginable. In this class students will create a 3 dimensional felted Lion, Tiger or Cheetah! You will have enough materials to make another one!!! Part of our Menagerie Series!!!

Cost: $40 (Save $5 by bringing your own needles and foam)

More Special Events

Hand Sewing Mini Valentines at The Woodbury Library! 
Thursday, February 11th at 7 PM
You must call the library to save your space!

*Open Art (Valentine Art and More)  Friday, February 12th drop in between  12-3 PM (just added)

Pick from lots of wonderful Valentine arts and craft projects! Create a one-of-a-kind gift for someone you love. Make some beautiful handmade cards to mail out just in time for Valentines Day!!!! Bring your important addresses, and pop them into our special mailbox to be sent off right away!!!! Make an awesome Wooden Heart Wall Hanging for someone you love and more! Or Just do some painting!!!! Prices range from $12-$22 per project. All Ages Welcome!

 

Adult/ Child Paint Night: Friday, February 12th from 7-9 PM

A very special Valentine’s Inspired Night!

Have a super fun night out with the one you love!!! Paint an awesome picture of a parent and baby animal!!!! You will each get your own canvas and Miss Kate will guide you along!!! Valentine snacks and tea will be served. Cost is $55 for one adult and one child. (YOU CAN WEAR YOUR PJS!!!!)

 

Drop in Valentines Making and Open Paint time: Saturday, February 13th

12 PM till 4 PM

Pick from lots of wonderful Valentine arts and craft projects! Create a one-of-a-kind gift for someone you love. Make some beautiful handmade cards to mail out just in time for Valentines Day!!!! Bring your important addresses, and pop them into our special mailbox to be sent off right away!!!! Make an awesome Wooden Heart Wall Hanging for someone you love and more! Prices range from $12-$22 per project.

Hand Sewing Valentines and Other fun things: Saturday, February 13th from 11-12 PM

All of our little hand sewers are invited to create a beautiful hand sewing keepsake Valentine! (ages 6 and up please!!!!) We will have templates and samples and everything you need to create this beautiful gift for someone you love. Please sign up ahead of time. Space is limited. Cost is $15 per child or adult!

 

Kids Night Out: Valentine Style: Saturday, February 13th from 6-8 PM (or 9PM)

Drop the kids off at The Golden Button for a very special Valentine’s Inspired Night (so you and your big Valentine can have a date!) Children 4 and up will create an awesome Valentine sculpture, A very special piece of jewelry from their artwork! and some special Valentines for the ones they love! So much fun! If you need a little longer you can leave the kids till 9:00 to read some books and make some more fun treasures to bring home. Wear pjs and bring a blanket!

2 hours: $35 for one child or $55 for two

or stay till 9 for $10 more!!!

Call (203) 910-9948 or message us here to save a spot for your little valentine!

 

 

*Open Art  Monday February 15th drop in between  11-3 PM (just added)

Pick from several awesome art projects or just spend some time doing free art! Lots of projects to pick from, canvases and more! Spend your day off creating something awesome!!! $12 – $26 per project!

*Open Art Tuesday, February 16th drop in between 11 and 2:30 PM (Just added)

Pick from several awesome art projects or just spend some time doing free art! Lots of projects to pick from, canvases and more! Spend your day off creating something awesome!!! Cost per project varies $12 – $26 per project!

 

 

Adult Paint Night: Friday, February 19th from 7-9 PM

All The Seasons

Create a beautiful four-panel painting of the seasons. Bring a friend its more fun! Cost is $40 per person or save $5 if you come with a friend! Snacks will be served. BYOB

 

Needle Felting: Alligators, Snakes and Turtles : Sunday, February 21st from 2-4 PM at The Golden Button. (CHILD FRIENDLY CLASS!)

Join us at the Golden Button on Sunday, February 21st from 2-4 PM to create 3-D an Alligator, Snake or Turtle sculpture. Needle felting is an easy-to-learn craft in which a barbed needle is used to sculpt wool into anything imaginable. In this class students will create a 3 dimensional felted Alligatos, Snake and Turtle! You will have enough materials to make another one!!! Part of our Menagerie Series!!!

Cost: $40 (Save $5 by bringing your own needles and foam)

 

Kids Night Out: Guided Painting: Star Wars Painting Night!!!

Friday, February 26th from 7-9 PM

Yup…. One genius parent’s idea. Drop the kids off so they can be guided through a really awesome Star Wars inspired painting. Ages 5 and up

Cost is $30 per child or $50 for 2

(Picture is coming soon)