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Altered Wing Studio is an artist collective. Currently we have 11 artists in house who create everything from jewelry, clothing, art, home decor, paper crafting, metal smithing, furniture refinishing, upcycling and soldering. Several of the artists offer classes in their specialized areas. We have a beautiful retail area stocked full of all of the beautiful creations from these amazing artisans. We are proud to carry the full line of Annie Sloan Decorative Chalk Paint. Stop by and create something with us or sip a cup of tea and chit chat with one of the fabulous artists.

Thursday, November 24, 2016

Gratitude

We're so grateful for our customers, friends and family that have been a part of  Altered Wing Studios journey for the last 4 years.
We have some exciting classes and events coming up that we are looking forward to sharing with you.
We also have some Black Friday Weedend Events happening here in the studio.  Check out our fb page for more information https://www.facebook.com/AlteredWingStudios/posts/901087830026809:0

Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours!

Thursday, June 30, 2016

New Class Schedule

July 2016

To Dye For
              $40.00
Date:July 8, 2016   Time:  12pm-2pm
July 14, 2016            
Instructor:  Ginger Mallard
Using dye, ink, paint and bleach learn to color and discharge ribbon and lace.  Create custom colorations by using Ginger’s “Tossed Salad” and “Cleaning Lady” methods.
*Price includes:  35 yards of ribbon and lace, dyes, ink, paint, bleach and stamps.
*Students are required to bring:  apron, gloves.





Giving Cards

$30.00
Date:July 9, 2016  Time:  12:00pm-3:30pm
July 15, 2016
Instructor:  Ginger Mallard
Transform a deck of playing cards into one of a kind inspirational giving cards.  Using paint, ink, stencils, and paper create beautiful cards to give as an inspirational gift or leave around the community.
*Price includes:  playing cards, instruction, and all paper and art supplies
*Students are required to bring:  scissors





Chicken Wire Crown
$30.00
Date:July 16, 2016Time:  12:00pm-2:00pm
Instructor:  Ginger Mallard
Create a very special ‘crown’ from chicken wire, founds objects, feathers, fabric and papers.
*Price includes:  all supplies and instruction.

Spoon Me
$25.00
Date:July 21, 2016Time: 12:00pm-1:30pm
Instructor:  Ginger Mallard
Transform a vintage spoon into a beautiful pendant.  Learn to use basic power tools and letter stamps to create a one of a kind pendant with the word of your choice stamped in the center. 
*Price includes:  all supplies, equipment, and instruction.








Inspirational Girl 
$30.00
Date:July 22, 2016Time:  12pm-3pm
Instructor:  Ginger Mallard
Create your Inspirational Girl by first building a background with paint, papers, ink and stamps.  Then define her by applying different shapes, textures and finally hand painting her face and hair.
*Price includes:  8x8 canvas board, all papers, inks, paint and adhesives.
*Students are required to bring:  inspirational word or saying to add to the collage.


Annie Sloan Decorative Paint 
“In the Bag”
$50.00
Date:July 23, 2016Time:  1pm-3pm
Instructor:  Kimberly Snowden, Ginger Mallard
If it fits in a grocery bag bring it to paint!  Learn the basics of Annie Sloan Decorative Paint.  Class includes instruction and the use of paint, wax, brushes and various tools and supplies to complete your project.
*Students are required to bring:  paintable object such as, mirror, frame, candlestick, very small stool or table.

Forget me Not
$10.00
Date:  July 28, 2016Time:  5pm-8pm
Instructor:  Ginger Mallard, Kimberly Snowden, Viki Twyman
A unique opportunity to get those unfinished and forgotten projects out of the closet or craft room!  Spend an evening with the girls in the studio and finish what you started.  
*Price includes:  some basic instruction, use of some tools/supplies.
*Students are required to bring:  any unfinished project, supplies and tools required for their project. 



August 2016

Barnstormer’s Vintage Fair
Oregon
Show Date:August 5-6, 2016
Location:The Expo at the Jackson County Fairgrounds, Oregon
Studio will be closed the following dates:August 3-8, 2016

Spoon Me
$25.00
Date:August 12, 2016Time: 12:00pm-1:30pm
Instructor:  Ginger Mallard
Transform a vintage spoon into a beautiful pendant.  Learn to use basic power tools and letter stamps to create a one of a kind pendant with the word of your choice stamped in the center. 
*Price includes:  all supplies, equipment, and instruction. 




Giving Cards
$30.00
Date:August 13, 2016  Time:  12:00pm-3:30pm
Instructor:  Ginger Mallard
Transform a deck of playing cards into one of a kind inspirational giving cards.  Using paint, ink, stencils, and paper create beautiful cards to give as an inspirational gift or leave around the community.
*Price includes:  playing cards, instruction, and all paper and art supplies
*Students are required to bring:  scissors

Forget me Not
$10.00
Date:  August 18, 2016Time:  5pm-8pm
Instructor:  Ginger Mallard, Kimberly Snowden, Viki Twyman
A unique opportunity to get those unfinished and forgotten projects out of the closet or craft room!  Spend an evening with the girls in the studio and finish what you started.  
*Price includes:  some basic instruction, use of some tools/supplies.
*Students are required to bring:  any unfinished project, supplies and tools required for their project. 

Chicken Wire Crown
$30.00
Date:August 20, 2016Time:  12:00pm-2:00pm
Instructor:  Ginger Mallard
Create a very special ‘crown’ from chicken wire, founds objects, feathers, fabric and papers.
*Price includes:  all supplies and instruction.

Inspirational Girl 
$30.00
Date:August 26, 2016Time:  12pm-3pm
Instructor:  Ginger Mallard
Create your Inspirational Girl by first building a background with paint, papers, ink and stamps.  Then define her by applying different shapes, textures and finally hand painting her face and hair.
*Price includes:  8x8 canvas board, all papers, inks, paint and adhesives.
*Students are required to bring:  inspirational word or saying to add to the collage.


September 2016

Inspirational Girl 
$30.00
Date:September 9, 2016Time:  12pm-3pm
Instructor:  Ginger Mallard
Create your Inspirational Girl by first building a background with paint, papers, ink and stamps.  Then define her by applying different shapes, textures and finally hand painting her face and hair.
*Price includes:  8x8 canvas board, all papers, inks, paint and adhesives.
*Students are required to bring:  inspirational word or saying to add to the collage.







Giving Cards
$30.00
Date:September 10, 2016  Time:  12:00pm-3:30pm
Instructor:  Ginger Mallard
Transform a deck of playing cards into one of a kind inspirational giving cards.  Using paint, ink, stencils, and paper create beautiful cards to give as an inspirational gift or leave around the community.
*Price includes:  playing cards, instruction, and all paper and art supplies
*Students are required to bring:  scissors

Forget me Not
$10.00
Date:  September 15, 2016Time:  5pm-8pm
Instructor:  Ginger Mallard, Kimberly Snowden, Viki Twyman
A unique opportunity to get those unfinished and forgotten projects out of the closet or craft room!  Spend an evening with the girls in the studio and finish what you started.  
*Price includes:  some basic instruction, use of some tools/supplies.
*Students are required to bring:  any unfinished project, supplies and tools required for their project. 

Annie Sloan Decorative Paint 
“In the Bag”
$50.00
Date:September 17, 2016Time:  1pm-3pm
Instructor:  Kimberly Snowden, Ginger Mallard
If it fits in a grocery bag bring it to paint!  Learn the basics of Annie Sloan Decorative Paint.  Class includes instruction and the use of paint, wax, brushes and various tools and supplies to complete your project.
*Students are required to bring:  paintable object such as, mirror, frame, candlestick, very small stool or table.



Friday, March 18, 2016

New Class Schedule is Finally Here

Altered Wing Studio
530-605-1556
1824 Churn Creek Rd. Redding CA  96002
Class and Event Calendar
April 2016-June 2016

April 2016
Roses & Rust Vintage Market
Anderson, CA
Show Date:  April 8-9
Location:  Shasta District Fairgrounds, Anderson CA
Studio will be closed the following dates:  April 6-11


Vintage Cuff
$40.00
Date:  April 15, 2016                           Time:  12pm-2pm
Instructor:  Ginger Mallard
Design and create a vintage inspired cuff bracelet by using a variety of vintage lace, buttons, ribbon and fabrics.  Learn to form flowers, leaves and tendrils to add to the finished cuff.
*Price includes:  cuff base, fibers, lace, fabric, buttons and vintage trims.
*Students are required to bring:  Fabric Tac brand fabric glue, scissors and optional focal piece.


                                                                           To Dye For
                                                                                $40.00
Date:  April 22, 2016                           Time:  12pm-2pm
Instructor:  Ginger Mallard
Using dye, ink, paint and bleach learn to color and discharge ribbon and lace.  Create custom colorations by using Ginger’s “Tossed Salad” and “Cleaning Lady” methods.
                *Price includes:  35 yards of ribbon and lace, dyes, ink, paint, bleach and stamps.
                *Students are required to bring:  apron, gloves.


She Declares – Your Heart Matters
$20.00
Workshop Series
Dates:  April 22, May 27, June 24, July 22, August 19 and September 23, 2016
Time:  6:30pm- 8:30pm
Instructor:  Ginger Mallard
Join Ginger for an Art Journaling group that will be studying Esther, Michal and Deborah as well as other scriptures, to help heal, grow and be stronger in the matters of our own hearts.
                *Price includes:  all supplies and materials, including blank art journal.
                *Students are required to bring:  scissors, pencil and inspirational words.





Inspirational Girl
$25.00
Date:  April 23, 2016                           Time:  12pm-2pm
Instructor:  Ginger Mallard
Create your Inspirational Girl by first building a background with paint, papers, ink and stamps.  Then define her by applying different shapes, textures and finally hand painting her face and hair.
                *Price includes:  8x8 canvas board, all papers, inks, paint and adhesives.
                *Students are required to bring:  inspirational word or saying to add to the collage.


Forget me Not
$10.00
Date:  April 28, 2016                           Time:  5pm-8pm
Instructor:  Ginger Mallard, Kimberly Snowden, Viki Twyman
A unique opportunity to get those unfinished and forgotten projects out of the closet or craft room!  Spend an evening with the girls in the studio and finish what you started. 
                *Price includes:  some basic instruction, use of some tools/supplies.
                *Students are required to bring:  any unfinished project, supplies and tools required for                their project.


Annie Sloan Decorative Paint
“In the Bag”
$50.00
Date:  April 30, 2016                           Time:  1pm-3pm
Instructor:  Kimberly Snowden, Ginger Mallard
If it fits in a grocery bag bring it to paint!  Learn the basics of Annie Sloan Decorative Paint.  Class includes instruction and the use of paint, wax, brushes and various tools and supplies to complete your project.
                *Students are required to bring:  paintable object such as, mirror, frame, candlestick, very small stool or table.

May 2016
To Dye For
$40.00
Date:  May 7, 2016                              Time:  12pm-2pm
Instructor:  Ginger Mallard
Using dye, ink, paint and bleach learn to color and discharge ribbon and lace.  Create custom colorations by using Ginger’s “Tossed Salad” and “Cleaning Lady” methods.
                *Price includes:  35 yards of ribbon and lace, dyes, ink, paint, bleach and stamps.
                *Students are required to bring:  apron, gloves.



Vintage Country Flea Market
Willows, CA
Show Date:  May 21, 2016 Time:  8am-4pm
Location:  525 West Sycamore St, Historic Downtown Willows
Studio will be closed the following dates:  May 19-23, 2016




Forget me Not
$10.00
Date:  May 26, 2016                            Time:  5pm-8pm
Instructor:  Ginger Mallard, Kimberly Snowden, Viki Twyman
A unique opportunity to get those unfinished and forgotten projects out of the closet or craft room!  Spend an evening with the girls in the studio and finish what you started. 
                *Price includes:  some basic instruction, use of some tools/supplies.
                *Students are required to bring:  any unfinished project, supplies and tools required for                their project.


May Flowers
$25.00
Date:  May 27, 2016                            Time:  12pm-2pm
Instructor:  Ginger Mallard
Make your garden grow with paper, ribbon, fabric and other fibers to create beautiful flowers.  Finished pieces can be applied to handbags, hats, hair pins, brooches, just to name a few.
                *Price includes:  all materials.
                *Students are required to bring:  scissors.


Annie Sloan Decorative Paint
“In the Bag”
$50.00
Date:  May 28, 2016                            Time:  1pm-3pm
Instructor:  Kimberly Snowden, Ginger Mallard
If it fits in a grocery bag bring it to paint!  Learn the basics of Annie Sloan Decorative Paint.  Class includes instruction and the use of paint, wax, brushes and various tools and supplies to complete your project.
                *Students are required to bring:  paintable object such as, mirror, frame, candlestick, very small stool or table.

June 2016
Basic Soldering
$95.00
Date:  June 4, 2016                              Time:  11am-5pm (1 hour break for lunch)
Instructor:  Kimberly Snowden
This class will focus on the basic fundamentals of jewelry soldering with an iron; learn to solder mini collage pendants, 3D charms and glass baubles.  Use the finished items to create a one of a kind necklace.
                *Price includes:  all soldering supplies, tools and equipment.
                *Student supply list will be given at time of registration.



Vintage Cuff
$40.00
Date:  June 18, 2016                            Time:  12pm-2pm
Instructor:  Ginger Mallard
Design and create a vintage inspired cuff bracelet by using a variety of vintage lace, buttons, ribbon and fabrics.  Learn to form flowers, leaves and tendrils to add to the finished cuff.
*Price includes:  cuff base, fibers, lace, fabric, buttons and vintage trims.

*Students are required to bring:  Fabric Tac brand fabric glue, scissors and optional focal piece.

Thursday, November 12, 2015

Gathering Grace on Altered Wings

Date: January 9 &10, 2016
Place: Altered Wing
Time: 9:30 – 4:30 each day
Cost: $200.00 for both days

Join Roxanne Evans Stout and Lorri Scott and add a burst of color to your winter.

Learn botanical and rust dye printing with Lorri Scott.  If weather permits we will go outside to gather nature but if we can’t do that Lorri and Roxanne will bring a variety of things from leaves and flowers to twigs and seed pods.

We will take our dyed fabrics and papers and combine them with our nature finds to create collages and compose your own Gathering Grace booklet.

The closer we observe nature and hold gratitude for our surroundings the more creative energy thrives and we realize is an important way to grace our lives.

Come explore and create your grace with us.

Roxanne and Lorri

Supply List:
- Photocopied images, black and white or color
- Favorite mark makers and art tools
- Fabric scissors
- Protective apron and gloves if you want other than throw away ones provided
-Scissors
-Matte medium

The following items are optional, we will have everything but you may have special items you want to use.
- Found objects from nature like shells, leaves, stones, beach glass, wild grass, dried flowers or leaves, twigs or anything that is light weight and could be attached to a collage page.
- Assorted decorative papers or lightweight fabric for stitching or dyeing
- Travel watercolor paint set
- Pencils, #2 and sharpener, mechanical pencils (I use 0.9 lead)
- Eraser
- Micron pens: 02, 03, 05
- Glue stick
- Straight edge

Please contact Lorri with further questions  lasfibers@yahoo.com
Or Roxanne evanlee@charter.net
Call Altered Wing to reserve your spot.  Seating is limited 530-605-1556

Tuesday, November 10, 2015

Gathering Grace on Altered Wings

Happy Fall from here in Northern California!  Altered Wing Studio is busy gearing up for the last show of the season,
Mosaic Marketplace
http://www.mosaicmarketplace.net/

  We are busy creating tags and boxes (soon to be a class that you won't want to miss) ornaments, jewelry, clothing, hats and scarves, Oh, MY!  The birds are laying even more eggs, Cara has been painting furniture, Bern is in the tower hammering away, Ginger is sewing like a mad woman smack dab in the middle of a huge pile of flannel, Kimberly is knitting with beautiful silks and fibers, Viki is hammering, soldering and drawing crazy eyed cats.  Anne is busy making new jewelry, Dee is making a mess with gold glitter for her amazing banners and Jenney is busy stocking everything you will need for you paper art creations.


Kimberly and Ginger are so excited  to announce this wonderful class coming in January 2016.  It would be a wonderful Christmas gift or a special treat for yourself!  We'll be sharing more information about class outline and supply list soon.

A wonderful two days will be spent with Roxanne Evans Stout http://rivergardenstudio.typepad.com/
and Lorri Scott  http://lasfibers.blogspot.com/.

Altered Wing Studio is pleased to bring such talented women to our community for this beautiful event.  Call the studio to sign up and ask for Kimberly or Ginger.



We look forward to seeing you soon...remember, we've moved to 1824 Churn Creek Redding, CA
530-605-1556.

Create Something With Wild Abandon Today,

Ginger and Kimberly

Monday, October 12, 2015

Class Me, Please!

We're all moved in and loving it!  Kimberly and I are so excited about our new location.  Stop by and say hello.  Just look for the beautiful Altered Wing sign that Kimberly designed.


Here is a class line up for October, November and December.  Keep a look out for a brand new class list to be published the first of January.  These classes are available on YOUR schedule.  Call the studio to schedule your class and let the fun begin.  530-605-1556

Fabric Flowers
This class is a fun and easy adventure into fabrics, fibers buttons and lace.  We will use heat including open flame to help form and manipulate the materials into beautiful flowers.You will create 4 different flowers.  $25.00


Sewing 101
Learn the basics of sewing including the ins and out of the sewing machine, how to read a pattern and turn all those words into a product that you can be proud to take home. $65.00 for 3…1 hour classes

To Dye For Class
You will learn the fun art of hand dyeing ribbon using traditional dyes, homemade dyes and other mediums used for staining.  You will also see how easy it is to add dimension to your dyed ribbon and then some ideas on what to do with your creations.  $40 you will go home with 30 yards of ribbon and lace that you hand dyed yourself! All supplies included.



Vintage Ribbon Cuff Class
Hand design your own cuff using vintage velvets and hand dyed ribbons and lace.  Learn how to twist and knot the ribbons to form flowers and how to add other elements to your cuff to make it one of a kind.  $30 all supplies 

Basic Word Collage
Make a fun canvas with your favorite word using different techniques to build a background and then add a little of this and that to make it your own.  $20 all supplies included EXCEPT canvas

Inspirational Girl Collage
Learn how to paint and collage a background and then create your own girl using different papers and paint.  See how bubble wrap and things found at the dollar store add fun and layers to your work of art.  Add a phrase or word and some charcoal to finish off the canvas with some hand dyed ribbon around the edges.  All supplies included $43. 


Handbag 101
Using some painters tarp you will design a bag unique to you including pockets.  Never sewn before?  That's OK... this is a perfect beginning project. $48

Crochet Beaded Necklace
Learn the basic chain stitch for crochet and add crystals and other beads to create a beautiful long necklace or wrap bracelet.
All supplies included $25

Paper Flowers
Using different papers and other mixed media supplies you will created two beautiful flowers.  Everything is included and you take the patterns home :)  $20 

Monoprinting Class
Learn the art of Monoprinting using a Gelli Print Plate.
Print over 40 sheets of paper and learn 5 techniques for creating your own beautiful papers and designs.  $85.00 all supplies included EVEN the Gelli Plate which is yours to keep.




 Prayer Banner Class
Create 4 banners with images, words and other mixed media supplies that speak to your own heart.  We will then string them together to make ainspirational banner to hang in your favorite room or in the garden.  $50 All supplies included



Chicken Wire Crowns
Make a custom Chicken Wire Crown that fits your head...so you can wear it for the princess you are!  We will layer all kinds of fun things on your crown to make it personal and fun. This is a fun class to do for a girls night out.  All supplies included.  $30

Spoon Me
Make your own spoon pendant.  Learn how to hammer, flatten, drill, cut, grind and stamp your own pendant out of a spoon.  Bring your own saying or favorite word.  All supplies included $25.

In other news...

She's Crafty is adding so many beautiful papers and other fun products to her line of paper crafting supplies.  She always has the best prices in town.  Ginger is loving the Dylusions Spray Inks as the table top can show proof of her excitement.

Roses and Rust is quickly approaching the first weekend in November.  Check out their website for more information and we hope to see you at the show.
http://rosesandrustvintagemarket.com/

Create Something with Wild Abandon,

Kimberly and Ginger