HAPPY NEW YEAR!

We are about to make some dramatic changes to VINTIQUES.

For those of you who haven't been in lately - we'd like you to know that we are not taking a 6 week vacation - more like 4+ weeks of construction and painting again.

When we re-open in February - (Friday, Feb. 6th 6-9 p.m. for a special Sweetheart Open House) we will be stocked with tons of ephemera, odd bits, pieces, components for all of the collage and assemblage artists who shop us regularly. We will also be offering classes on "How do I do that?" Everything from a memory bracelet, assemblage jewelry - to re-constructing a chair and fine furniture care techniques. The back of the store will be filled with great home furnishing finds - none that will exceed $150. Great "project" furniture and items to repurpose. (You've asked for it - we'll supply it.)

We've got lots of surprises in store for you this year. It all begins with the party on February 6th. Mark your calendars and join us for an evening of merriment, bubbly and chocolate! Sign up for email (contact me at: ofndshop@yahoo.com to be added) and watch for a newsletter in January with pics of things to come!

We hope you have a safe and happy New Year. See you in February.

HAPPY HAPPY! JOY JOY!

We had a great time at the Holiday Open House. Thank you to all our guests and a special thanks to all of you who entered the raffle. We had approximately 200 guests during the evening.

Please remember that our Harvesters bin is still awaiting your donations -- and the raffle drawing for a night at the Hotel Raphael (Country Club Plaza) is still open. You may donate a child's gently worn coat, $5. in non-perishable food or pay $5. for a ticket. Drawing will be on December 15th and the winner will be notified on December 16th. Shopping at the Plaza - then head to the Hotel for a beautiful night's stay - a special get away - right here in town! Proceeds from the raffle will benefit Harvesters!

Remember your email coupons. They are good through December 21st. We will close for a much needed week off. Until then - our winter hours are 10-3, Tuesday through Sunday -- every week.

Chari Peak's Mixed Media Jewelry Class

Chari Peak is taking reservations for three February sessions.

She will offer classes on how to create a mixed media necklace. She will provide the wire and one of her unique little sculpted faces - call her for more information.

Please contact her before January 15th. Classes are filling and she prefers 5-6 persons per session.

Class Dates are : Feb. 7, 10-4pm, Feb. 8, 10-4pm. or Feb. 11, 10-4pm. The cost: $75.00 (Class fee) Optional kit: $15.00

(Classes are held at Vintiques in the new addition being revealed on our RE-opening.... Feb. 6th -- First Friday -- "SEEING RED!" Open House 6-9 p.m. )

You can reach her at: 816 214-6307 to schedule your classroom session.

Here is a list of the supplies you will need to bring with you.

TOOLS AND SUPPLIES
Jewelers Saw/Blades
Hammers ( we will be riveting and hammering metal)
Large round nose pliers
Small round nose pliers
Chain nose pliers
Flat nose pliers
Wire Cutters
Crimping tool
Favorite Stamps
Any favorite findings, found objects you want to use in your necklace (gears, clock faces, old costume jewelry)
Make sure all tools are marked with your name
Class size will be limited to (5). Every one will be making a one of a kind necklace. You will learn riveting techniques, cold connecting, etching on metal. Each person will get a ceramic face bead and will learn other techniques for faces. It will be a fun day of playing and time to shop Vintiques.
Bring a sack lunch and a drink. If you have any questions please call my cell phone, 816-419-8084.

Julianne Donovan's Felt-n-Fiber Pins

Julianne makes these wonderful felt and fiber pins that have beads, buttons and other hand-stitched adornments. Great for your hats, outerwear, or to dress up a plain sweater.

She also has button flowers arranged sweetly in tiny little vases. For all the button lovers out there - these make a great gift!

HAPPY HOLIDAYS!

Just in time for preparing the holiday dinner - Jennifer Edington's handmade vintage style aprons (Patterns available to make your own- http://www.indygojunction.com/) Don't have time, stop by and choose from one of these beauties. Great gift - or a help in your December's dry cleaning bill! $35.00 each.