Wednesday AM Open Studio 9 am to noon
Studios@5663, 5663 Park Blvd., Pinellas Park
$5 donation requested for use of the space. Donation is to Diversity Arts, a non profit, who owns the building.
1st Wednesday - open studio plastics/metal/recyclables
2nd Wednesday (no donation) - Creative Make item for our activity at Second Saturday ArtWalk
3rd Wednesday - paper, paints, fiber. Ellen Nepustil is the coordinator.
4th Wednesday - open fiber studio sewing, dyeing, etc.
Emily Stehle, thehappiestrabbit@gmail.com, 727-688-7993
Please remember to bring your supplies, nothing is provided other than furniture!
Elizabeth Neily is the coordinator for this group. You may text her at 727-744-7051 for additional information.
You will need to bring all supplies for the project you choose to work on.
The Art Center has a collagraph press available but will not provide any other tools or supplies.
This group meets the first and third Tuesday of the month at the Gulfport Arts Center. 2726 54th St S, Gulfport, FL 33707
The Refashion Renegades group began years ago with the idea of upcycling clothing. That still happens, but it has morphed into bringing whatever you want to sew or slow stitch. It’s open to anyone.
We meet the last Friday of each month, November thru May, at the Unitarian Universalist Church at 100 Mirror Lake Drive, St. Petersburg, across the street from Mirror Lake.
Parking is on the right hand side of the church. Turn into the alley, then turn right into parking lot behind the building next door, or, of course, any place else you can find around the church. Entry is in the front, thru the ramp door.
You may want to bring your lunch or a beverage. Bring all materials that you need to sew or bring handwork. If you bring a machine, bring an extension cord. We also recommend a small lamp or Ott Lite with an extension cord.
We are asking for a donation of $2-5 to cover the cost of the room. If you have any questions, contact, preferably by text, Karen Frank – 727-612-4546
TBSDG Member Meeting
Date & Time: April 13, 2026 at 6:30 p.m.
Meeting Location: King of Peace MCC, 6085 Park Blvd Pinellas Park
Please arrive a few minutes early so that we can all socialize and start the meeting on time.
Mini Demo: Learn different ways to make a hanging sleeve, presented by Pat Grice Come early and bring your quilt if you have one that is proving difficult to make a sleeve for, the show committee will offer some suggestions.
Show-n-Tell: We are all anxious to see show-n-tell items in-person, but please limit your number of items to three, so that everyone will have a chance to "show-n-tell." If you attended last month's workshop, please bring your created items to share.
A "Free Table" will be available for the free exchange of no longer needed surface design materials and supplies. Please check the table before you leave the meeting to be sure to take home with you anything you bring that does not go home with someone else.
Experimenting With Momigami: The Art of Japanese Kneaded Paper
Date: Saturday, April 18
Time: Extended Hours 9am-5pm
Location: Suntan Art Center 411 19th St. S. St. Petersburg
Cost: $145
Taught by Deb Campbell, Jakki Garlans and Leeann Kroetsch
Part I: Foundation and Experiments
The first part of the workshop will begin with basic instructions for making the papers and the pros and cons of each method. Members will use various techniques then embellish with paint if desired. This will be a morning of experimenting so, even though we will have plenty of magazines for you, feel free to bring tissue paper, gift wrap, newspaper or other favorite sheets. NOTE: the thicker the paper, the more difficult or time consuming to knead it. You can also prepare some papers if you wish to paint them at home to experiment with hand coloring.
After experimenting with various techniques, Jakki will help you put together samples into your own technique journal.
Part 2: Creating Individual Projects
Following our morning experiments, everyone is encouraged to bring in their own substrate for a Momigami project for the second part of the workshop. Such projects may include Momigami paper collage on canvas or other special backgrounds, or covering a unique box, creating a journal cover, a cigar box jewelry box or purse or trying to sew the papers. The sky is the limit. NOTE: Due to time and number of individual projects, attaching a handle for a purse must be finished at home.
For those who would like an unusual box, Debra will have cigar boxes for purchase that can be turned into a jewelry box or handbag. You may have time to do more than one project.
Please email Debra in advance of the workshop if you wish to purchase a cigar box for $5. dcampthree@gmail.com
Materials Students are Expected to Bring:
Lubriderm lotion or Aveeno are suggested or baby oil can be tried
Mod Podge or Gel Medium
Scissors
Rulers
Pencil and/or pen and black sharpie
Needles and thread for slow stitching, stencils and/or ephemera
Your own substrate for individual project
Special papers and magazines you would like to try. A good size range is 8x10 or magazine size.
Sponge brushes for glue and to brush on silver or gold paints (paint provided)
Fabric if you wish to create mixed media collages
Materials Provided by Teacher:
Extra sponge brushes
Extra rulers, pencils and pens
gloves
Konnyaku paste already painted on papers (extra for experiments)
Acrylic paint in gold and silver
Pre cut wire
Cut paper for technique journals
Magazines and other papers
Plastic covers for tables and floor, paper towels, spoons and cups for each table
Iron and board
Hair dryer
“Living in Color”
The Werk Gallery 2210 1st. Avenue South, St. Petersburg, FL 33712
May 8 to May 31, 2026
Gallery space is limited, artwork will be displayed at the discretion of The Werk Gallery.
Delivery options for art:
April Members Meeting April 13, 2026 6:30pm OR May 4, 2026 at The Werk Gallery
If you can not make these times please email Jodi at jodidoll55@gmail.com
Submit $10 entry fee for up to 2 pieces of work.
Label information due March 31, 2026 by email to aidajune@me.com
Must include: Artist Name, Title of Work, Medium. Size, Price
Great opportunity for all kinds of your best colorful art!
Display options:
Wall hung (no restriction)
Ceiling hung
Pedestals 18”x18”x40” (4) available
Pedestals antique brown (2) available
Wall mounted shelves
Half mannequins (Property of the Guild), request when you email your label information
Werk Gallery Submission Form
Werk Gallery May 2026 Art Consignment Agreement
Date & Time: May 11, 2026 at 6:30 p.m.
Mini Demo:
Date & Time: June 15, 2026 at 6:30 p.m.
Date & Time: July 13, 2026 at 6:30 p.m.
Date & Time: August 10, 2026 at 6:30 p.m.
Date & Time: September 14, 2026 at 6:30 p.m.
Date & Time: October 12, 2026 at 6:30 p.m.
Date & Time: November 16, 2026 at 6:30 p.m.
Date & Time: December 14, 2026 at 6:30 p.m.
