{"product_id":"2026-crafty-chica-summer-online-art-retreat","title":"2026 Crafty Chica Summer Online Art Retreat","description":"\u003cp\u003eRegistration is now open for the 2026 Crafty Chica Summer Online Art Retreat,  hosted by me, Kathy, The Crafty Chica!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis retreat consists of seven workshops presented via online (Zoom), all supplies and live instruction is included. You do not have to be present, recording will be sent to you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI’ll guide you along, every step of the way via livestream! This retreat will be recorded so you can join me live, or rewatch at your leisure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoxes will be shipped the last week of July.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis virtual retreat is going to be packed full of projects, ideas, and even a couple surprises to keep you cool for the summer! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLimited spots because I’ll be packing and shipping the kit boxes, I want to keep it manageable! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYour ticket price includes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeven workshops + a box of the kits sent to your home.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach project is packaged as a kit with all the supplies. You will receive a goody box containing the kits, plus extra goodies!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSaturday, August 8th 11- 6 pm\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEarring Lab: We will make two pairs of earrings \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis project guides participants through crafting two pairs of Crafty Chica-style statement earrings! The first pair features 2.5-inch long wood cactus shapes, which showcase a beautiful metallic finish and hanging accent gems and charms. The second pair consists of 2-inch long Barro Rojo-inspired Hoops that we will paint and embellish with crystals. They feature intricate, sparkle and colorful patterns on a warm, earthy base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e - Gold Leaf Cactus Charms, measures 2.5\" long.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e - Barro Rojo-inspired Hoops, measures 2\" long.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOil Pastel Bandana: \u003c\/strong\u003eYou\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003ewill transform a large cotton bandana into vibrant wearable art worthy of framing! Using specialized fabric oil pastels, you can draw vibrant, custom designs like the sun and floral patterns. Templates included in your kit. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFaux Silver Frame: \u003c\/strong\u003eReplicate the ornate look of antique metalwork using a standard wood frame. By applying various mediums, you will craft a brilliant, metallic finish complete with intricate, textured details. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAccordion Art Diary:\u003c\/strong\u003e You will construct a cool folding accordion journal from scratch! Once the structure is built, you will learn a variety of sketching, creative lettering techniques, and dynamic page layouts. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGlittered Bag Tag: \u003c\/strong\u003eDesign an eye-catching, personalized accessory starting with a vibrant, glittered resin base. You will build a layered collage on top of the base, incorporating collage art. To finish it off, you will embellish the piece with playful tassels and charms for maximum flair.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated Ring Dishes:\u003c\/strong\u003e You \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ewill use detailed patterns and layered paint techniques to embellish two ceramic ring dishes. These showcase bold, contrasting colors and expressive motifs, such as leaves and eyes, that you can use. These small dishes serve as both a lively pop of color for your decor and a perfect home for your jewelry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDirections:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eYou’ll receive a full-color PDF of all the projects, pictures and steps!\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWHAT YOU NEED:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInternet, this retreat is all online.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScissors (required), favorite  paintbrushes (optional), iron to heat-set the bandana, and whatever personal embellishments you want to use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOTE: PLEASE use a good email when signing up - I will use this to send you the link to the online class packet. 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