This summer has been fast and furious with a huge workload! I had the awesome opportunity to work with some wonderful interns on some amazing projects, but now I am ready for the cooler weather of Fall and a slightly diminished amount of work. I loved the cool air and the rain yesterday, and bought myself a new pair of boots today.
As for the Design Studio, the Sewing Class schedule has been updated for the month of October and I look forward to having students again this year! Yay! I will be offering a special discount to all subscribers of my Newsletter this week. So, if you are interested in class discounts sign up here.
And, this weekend I will be manning a vendor booth with my intern, Bex, at the Colorado Fall Charity Horse Show at the National Western Stock Show Arena! This is a very exciting time for us as we move into designing custom riding apparel for our vibrant Colorado horse show community! So, come down and see what we're up to! Have a great Fall season!
April
Thursday, September 15, 2011
Friday, March 25, 2011
Fashion Show & Art Opening! April 9th, Save The Date!
April 9th Spring Fashion Show at The Art Salon!
An exciting Spring showing of several fashion designers, jewelry designers and artists!
An exciting Spring showing of several fashion designers, jewelry designers and artists!
Saturday, April 9th
Reception at 4pm
Fashion Show at 5pm
Shopping and Designer Appointments from 6pm until close.
Reception at 4pm
Fashion Show at 5pm
Shopping and Designer Appointments from 6pm until close.
Great opportunity to commission your own custom designed piece of awesomeness from the following designers!
Fashions By:
Gabriela Martinez
Francis Roces
April Hoy
Jewelry Designs By:
Katharine Salzgeber
Kary Kilmer
Art By:
Patricia Finley
Gabriel Otto
More to be announced!
Patricia Finley
Gabriel Otto
More to be announced!
Designers: Email me if you are interested in showing at this event. There is still time!
Models/Photographers: If you are interested in walking this event, come to the Models meeting on Saturday, March 26th. 1PM Sharp! Call for more info: (720)404.1780
Monday, January 17, 2011
Scorned Lovers: Voodoo Dolls, Love Spells and Tarot Cards!
An artistic exploration of love and loss through the eyes of over 4 local artists. Come and put your own spell/hex on our 7 ft Voodoo Doll as well as listen to an erotic reading and get your cards read by a fabulous tarot card reader. An evening event of art, creativity and sassy fun.
Join us on February 12th from 6-9pm at The Art Salon Gallery & Studios for this unique event!
Join us on February 12th from 6-9pm at The Art Salon Gallery & Studios for this unique event!
Saturday, January 1, 2011
Happy New Year!
Hello friends, Creatives & lovelies!
The year 2011 is starting off with a bang and I hope you can participate in some of the fun! Here's the rundown for the month of January!
This coming Tuesday, January 4th, I have been invited as the featured artist for Eric Matelsky's Denver Art Talk at The Crossroads Theatre. I hope you can join me for this event! See the flyer below for more details.
Then, work continues on the development of the costume entry for the World of Wearable Art competition! I have entered my team into this competition, which includes my studio mate Jennifer Mosquera who will be painting fabric and helping me brainstorm wild ideas, my good friend Deborah Reams who will be helping me with the sewing and my other good friend Michael Provines who will be helping me create some steampunk style gearworks for the moving parts of this elaborate creation. I have entered into the Man Unleashed Section where the theme is Re-Invent Or Re-Dress The Groom. I have also submitted this entry for the Sustainability section of this competition which requires that the full costume be made with at least 85% recycled or reused materials. I'm shooting for 95%! I am planning some stellar details for this wildly, over the top creation. There will be a sneak preview in the month of April, so stay tuned for details!
Next, there are sewing classes starting this month...quite a few of them. I have implemented registration deadlines for classes, so if you are interested in getting in on some of these classes please go to my registration page and register now! Don't wait! :-) Here is the link for my calendar of classes: http://www.aprilenchanted.com/Classes.html
The Art Salon where I am located will be re-starting our Friday Creative Happy Hour event: Macaroni Madness on January 14th (2nd Friday). BYOB and we will lay out the crafts, paints, dyed macaroni, glue and whatever madness we can muster for a really fun social gathering. Come and make silly art with us and meet some new people! It's a great time for all! 5-8pm every Friday.
The Lynn Baker Jazz Quartet will be performing at The Art Salon this month as well! I don't have the details about that event quite yet, but I will be sending them out soon.
We are working on the calendar of ALL the classes being offered at The Art Salon. If you are interested in knitting, crochet, art classes, etc....go to this link for it all!
http://www.artsalondenver.com/classes.htm
NOTE: I will also be traveling to California for 2 weeks this January to visit my Grandmother, so if you have any pressing issues give me a call or send me an email. I will be returning on January 20th.
We have some really fun things planned for the month of February too. Think VD:VD Valentines Day & Voodoo Dolls! Stay tuned for details!
I hope that your holiday season has been filled with good times & merriment! May 2011 bring lots of wonderful things for you!
The year 2011 is starting off with a bang and I hope you can participate in some of the fun! Here's the rundown for the month of January!
This coming Tuesday, January 4th, I have been invited as the featured artist for Eric Matelsky's Denver Art Talk at The Crossroads Theatre. I hope you can join me for this event! See the flyer below for more details.
Then, work continues on the development of the costume entry for the World of Wearable Art competition! I have entered my team into this competition, which includes my studio mate Jennifer Mosquera who will be painting fabric and helping me brainstorm wild ideas, my good friend Deborah Reams who will be helping me with the sewing and my other good friend Michael Provines who will be helping me create some steampunk style gearworks for the moving parts of this elaborate creation. I have entered into the Man Unleashed Section where the theme is Re-Invent Or Re-Dress The Groom. I have also submitted this entry for the Sustainability section of this competition which requires that the full costume be made with at least 85% recycled or reused materials. I'm shooting for 95%! I am planning some stellar details for this wildly, over the top creation. There will be a sneak preview in the month of April, so stay tuned for details!
Next, there are sewing classes starting this month...quite a few of them. I have implemented registration deadlines for classes, so if you are interested in getting in on some of these classes please go to my registration page and register now! Don't wait! :-) Here is the link for my calendar of classes: http://www.aprilenchanted.com/Classes.html
The Art Salon where I am located will be re-starting our Friday Creative Happy Hour event: Macaroni Madness on January 14th (2nd Friday). BYOB and we will lay out the crafts, paints, dyed macaroni, glue and whatever madness we can muster for a really fun social gathering. Come and make silly art with us and meet some new people! It's a great time for all! 5-8pm every Friday.
The Lynn Baker Jazz Quartet will be performing at The Art Salon this month as well! I don't have the details about that event quite yet, but I will be sending them out soon.
We are working on the calendar of ALL the classes being offered at The Art Salon. If you are interested in knitting, crochet, art classes, etc....go to this link for it all!
http://www.artsalondenver.com/classes.htm
NOTE: I will also be traveling to California for 2 weeks this January to visit my Grandmother, so if you have any pressing issues give me a call or send me an email. I will be returning on January 20th.
We have some really fun things planned for the month of February too. Think VD:VD Valentines Day & Voodoo Dolls! Stay tuned for details!
I hope that your holiday season has been filled with good times & merriment! May 2011 bring lots of wonderful things for you!
Imagine! April
www.aprilenchanted.com
Imagination is the true magic carpet. ~Norman Vincent Peale
Aprilenchanted Design Studio
@ The Art Salon Studios & Gallery
2219 E. 21st Avenue
Denver, CO 80205
720.404.1780
info@aprilenchanted.com
By Appointment Only
Monday, December 13, 2010
First Quarter Classes 2011!
The beginning of the First Quarter Classes have been scheduled! Old favorites and New Class Offerings as well!
Fashion Sewing Bootcamp I - Shirt or Jacket!
Fashion Sewing Bootcamp II - Pants!
Couture Creations! - A Half Day Class on Hand Embellishment
Corsetmaking Class!
Techniques of Fashion Sewing Workshops
Kids Sewing Birthday Parties
Fashion Sewing Bootcamp I - Shirt or Jacket!
Fashion Sewing Bootcamp II - Pants!
Couture Creations! - A Half Day Class on Hand Embellishment
Corsetmaking Class!
Techniques of Fashion Sewing Workshops
- Seams, Hems & Finishin
- Zippers, Buttonholes & Other Closures
- Cuffs & Sleeves
- Knit Top
- Knit Skirt
- Knit Pants
- Contracts to Keep you Sane and Your Clients Happy!
- NEW! Build your own website & how to use Paypal & Etsy to sell your wares!
Kids Sewing Birthday Parties
- Make a Monster
- Sew Your Own Tutu
- Make a Handbag or Tote
- Create your own theme for your child's party!
Tuesday, December 7, 2010
Costume & Fashion Design Internships
Denver based costume and fashion designer seeks 1 or 2 part time interns who have skills in sewing and understanding patterns. Primary duties would include: cutting, sewing, hand finishing and window display work. I would like candidates to be involved in either a theatre program or a fashion design program of some sort.
2 afternoons/evenings per week required for 8 weeks. I can work around their schedule a bit. This is an unpaid internship.
Please have qualified candidates contact me with resume and any photos of their work.
2 afternoons/evenings per week required for 8 weeks. I can work around their schedule a bit. This is an unpaid internship.
Please have qualified candidates contact me with resume and any photos of their work.
Holiday Offer!
Hello all my creatives!
I will soon be posting the class schedule for the New Year. Due to recent economics, many of my class rates will be increasing for the year 2011. But, an opportunity for gifting and saving is upon you! Any gift certificates purchased for the holidays, for yourself or as gifts for others, can be redeemed during 2011 for classes at 2010 prices! This will save you up to 25%. Take advantage of this holiday offer and contact me now! This offer is limited to the first 50 people that respond. Thanks for your support and may your holidays be bright!
April
I will soon be posting the class schedule for the New Year. Due to recent economics, many of my class rates will be increasing for the year 2011. But, an opportunity for gifting and saving is upon you! Any gift certificates purchased for the holidays, for yourself or as gifts for others, can be redeemed during 2011 for classes at 2010 prices! This will save you up to 25%. Take advantage of this holiday offer and contact me now! This offer is limited to the first 50 people that respond. Thanks for your support and may your holidays be bright!
April
Wednesday, December 1, 2010
Kids Sewing Birthday Parties!
I am now offering Kids Sewing Birthday Parties at my studio in The Art Salon! Make-A-Monster! Create Your Own Tutu! Sew A Hanbag or Sports Tote! And many more! Suggest a special project for your group and I can build a party around it! We have plenty of machines to use here in the studio, or you can have the kids bring their own. Great party idea for kids of all ages, 10-99!
Tuesday, November 30, 2010
Denver Sewing Collective Meetup
The Denver Sewing Collective will be coming to the studio here at The Art Salon for their December Meetup event! This event is a 'Meet the Designer' event and I'm the lucky designer they want to meet! If you would like to join them for this event, click here to go to their Meetup site!
Sunday, November 21, 2010
Funky and Fashionable Design and Arts Holiday Trunk Show
Saturday, December 4 · 10:00am - 6:00pm
The Art Salon
2219 East 21st Avenue
(at York Street in City Park West)
Denver, CO 80205
List-makers, gift-givers, and shop-till-ya-droppers, have we got an event for you! Local artists, fashion designers and artisans are coming together with their holiday wares and gifts and throwing one heck of a trunk show! Here is your chance to see what kind of fantastic talent we have right here in Denver while doing your holiday shopping and being able to support your local creative community to boot! So grab a friend or two and plan on a great day at the Salon for shopping and discovering what is unique, handmade and creative in Denver. Cheers and See You There!
The Art Salon
2219 East 21st Avenue
(at York Street in City Park West)
Denver, CO 80205
List-makers, gift-givers, and shop-till-ya-droppers, have we got an event for you! Local artists, fashion designers and artisans are coming together with their holiday wares and gifts and throwing one heck of a trunk show! Here is your chance to see what kind of fantastic talent we have right here in Denver while doing your holiday shopping and being able to support your local creative community to boot! So grab a friend or two and plan on a great day at the Salon for shopping and discovering what is unique, handmade and creative in Denver. Cheers and See You There!
Saturday, October 16, 2010
Call For Designers!
CALL FOR DESIGNERS!
The Art Salon is having it's next show on October 22nd, from 6-9pm. We have room in the gallery, so if you are a fashion, accessory or handbag designer and would like to display/sell your items at this next opening, please contact me for an appointment. No fee to show for this event. 30% of sales go to the house and you keep the rest. Looking forward to hearing from you!
The Art Salon is having it's next show on October 22nd, from 6-9pm. We have room in the gallery, so if you are a fashion, accessory or handbag designer and would like to display/sell your items at this next opening, please contact me for an appointment. No fee to show for this event. 30% of sales go to the house and you keep the rest. Looking forward to hearing from you!
Tuesday, October 5, 2010
Artist Space Available!
The Art Salon is a fun and funky art gallery, art studios and art gift shop. We have a beautiful store front facing City Park and York Street. Our downstairs art studio (approximately 900 square ft) is coming available for rent in November. We are looking for an artist/creative that wants to work in a high energy-creative and collaborative environment. Artist and creative types like fashion designers, painters, photographers, collagists etc, but basically "clean" artists are all welcome to apply. (ie. no metal workers or wood workers being that we have no way to filter the air in the basement.)
Being in the Art Salon studios means that you will have access to show in the upstairs gallery, use classroom space, wifi, and website for exposure. You automatically become a member of the Art Salon and have the possibility of teaching out of the space as well. This space is an ideal spot for a serious artist that is looking to expand their business and move out of their house or garage and take their artistic career to the next step.
900sq ft- $550/month with one month's rent deposit. Utilities Included. One year lease. No pets please because we already we have 2 shop dogs that are here most days.
Credit Check
For more info on the Art Salon goto www.artsalondenver.com
or respond by email to Jennifer for questions and to set up a time to see the space. (I am working on getting photos. but we are roughly at 21st and York)
Looking forward to seeing you!
Cheers
Being in the Art Salon studios means that you will have access to show in the upstairs gallery, use classroom space, wifi, and website for exposure. You automatically become a member of the Art Salon and have the possibility of teaching out of the space as well. This space is an ideal spot for a serious artist that is looking to expand their business and move out of their house or garage and take their artistic career to the next step.
900sq ft- $550/month with one month's rent deposit. Utilities Included. One year lease. No pets please because we already we have 2 shop dogs that are here most days.
Credit Check
For more info on the Art Salon goto www.artsalondenver.com
or respond by email to Jennifer for questions and to set up a time to see the space. (I am working on getting photos. but we are roughly at 21st and York)
Looking forward to seeing you!
Cheers
Wednesday, September 29, 2010
Sewing With Knits - Yoga Pants!
Tomorrow night begins the first of a 2 week class in working with knits. We will cover best practices and techniques for sewing with knits and you can make a pair of comfortable knit pants to wear. For information on what to bring to class and to register, go here: www.aprilenchanted.com/Classes.html
Tuesday, September 28, 2010
Save the Date and Other Amazingness!
Art Opening:
Please join us on Friday October 22nd from 6-9pm for a funky and fabulous event at The Art Salon. We will be showcasing new work by the artists in residence as well as showcasing Rene Farkass’s fantastic paintings combining his sketching style with a throwback t.
The weather has been getting cooler, but things at the salon are heating up. See what has been brewing in the Art Salon’s cauldron over the past month and how we are spreading like wildfire since the grand opening. Keep your eyes peeled for a story on The Art Salon in 303 Magazine’s October issue.
So grab a friend and an art lover, and cruise on down to the salon and enjoy the creative and fun atmosphere! See you all there!
Starting this week The Art Salon will host a Funky Friday Artsy Fartsy Happy Hour from 4-6pm. We are planning for this to be a reoccurring event throughout the fall so make a note on your calendar! BYOB and join us in the salon’s creative atmosphere and help us create some fun crafts and art too. Free for all to enjoy, come in and check out what we have been doing, and what you can join in to create for yourself. See you all on Fridays in the fall!
In addition, I have a bunch of new sewing classes on the calendar...including Shopping Decompression for the Holidays: Come and Make a Gift Instead!...all through November and December!
I've got some tutu making and Halloween costume sewing workshops during the month of October!
As well, all the usual bootcamp classes and Tuesday Night Couture Cafe Open Sew nights!
Sandra Perkins joins the creative energy with offerings of knitting & crochet classes, as well as a monthly knitting & crochet circle for interested Creatives to create new and wonderful things among like minded people!
And Denver artist Rene Farkass will be teaching a monthly Life Drawing class!
Come on down! Viva Art!
Please join us on Friday October 22nd from 6-9pm for a funky and fabulous event at The Art Salon. We will be showcasing new work by the artists in residence as well as showcasing Rene Farkass’s fantastic paintings combining his sketching style with a throwback t.
The weather has been getting cooler, but things at the salon are heating up. See what has been brewing in the Art Salon’s cauldron over the past month and how we are spreading like wildfire since the grand opening. Keep your eyes peeled for a story on The Art Salon in 303 Magazine’s October issue.
So grab a friend and an art lover, and cruise on down to the salon and enjoy the creative and fun atmosphere! See you all there!
Starting this week The Art Salon will host a Funky Friday Artsy Fartsy Happy Hour from 4-6pm. We are planning for this to be a reoccurring event throughout the fall so make a note on your calendar! BYOB and join us in the salon’s creative atmosphere and help us create some fun crafts and art too. Free for all to enjoy, come in and check out what we have been doing, and what you can join in to create for yourself. See you all on Fridays in the fall!
In addition, I have a bunch of new sewing classes on the calendar...including Shopping Decompression for the Holidays: Come and Make a Gift Instead!...all through November and December!
I've got some tutu making and Halloween costume sewing workshops during the month of October!
As well, all the usual bootcamp classes and Tuesday Night Couture Cafe Open Sew nights!
Sandra Perkins joins the creative energy with offerings of knitting & crochet classes, as well as a monthly knitting & crochet circle for interested Creatives to create new and wonderful things among like minded people!
And Denver artist Rene Farkass will be teaching a monthly Life Drawing class!
Come on down! Viva Art!
Monday, August 23, 2010
Wendy Rule in Denver, September 4th & 5th!
Our beautiful Wendy Rule IS finally back in the US and she will be traveling to Denver for her performance and workshop in just a few weeks! We have an evening performance planned for the evening of September 4th, 8-10pm - and her workshop 'My Sister The Moon' in the afternoon of Sunday, September 5th, 1-3pm. Both events will take place at the Metaphysical Research Society in Denver. If you purchased tickets for the Midsummer Night Fairy Festival, these tickets WILL be honored for the concert. If you would like to purchase tickets for this event, go here:
http://www.aprilenchanted.com/DenverEvents.html
Also, Wendy will have copie of her new CD available at both of these events!
Can't wait to see you all there!
http://www.aprilenchanted.com/DenverEvents.html
Also, Wendy will have copie of her new CD available at both of these events!
Can't wait to see you all there!
Thursday, August 19, 2010
Couture Café & Sewing Lounge - Opening Soon!
Hello wonderful Creatives!
As some of you may know, the Aprilenchanted Design Studio has moved...again...into an amazing new location that will allow for some awesome new things to happen! First, the new space is at The Art Salon Gallery & Studios...a place that fosters the work of 5 artists working in various mediums, as well as space for a gallery/boutique and classroom space. So vóila, the Couture Café & Sewing Lounge is born! This is a place that will feature a sewing, design & art library, a large cutting table and several wonderful vintage sewing machines all available to members for use in their creative projects. We will host a variety of classes in sewing, painting and a variety of crafting & textiles related subjects. We are open to anyone interested in teaching classes, as well, if space is needed because we have LOTS of space!
In addition to classes and gallery events, we will also be a destination for Art Parties and other fun events...Tutu Creation Birthday Parties, Make-A-Monster Birthday Parties, etc.!!!
We are located in a beautiful storefront in the vibrant and pedestrian friendly neighborhood of City Park West. Our Grand Opening event will take place on Saturday, August 28th from 1-10pm, with a reception beginning at 6pm. If you would like to attend our reception, please RSVP to Jennifer Mosquera at: jennifermosquera@hotmail.com
Check out our new website at: http://artsalondenver.com/
The Aprilenchanted Design Studio will be offering a whole new calendar of classes for the Fall/Winter at this fabulous and amazing place! Some of the new offerings are the Wednesday Night Gift Making Series beginning in November, as well as some specific garment construction classes to help you with your projects. There are the Couture Café Tuesday Night open sessions as well as the usual Fashion Sewing Bootcamps, Corsetmaking and some other fun workshops on the calendar. Classes have already started to fill up so register early! http://www.aprilenchanted.com/Classes.html
I'm really looking forward to this creative venture and I hope that you get the chance to come down and share in the excitement! Creatives Unite...and have FUN! See you soon!
With passion! April
www.aprilenchanted.com
Absence diminishes mediocre passions and increases great ones, as the wind extinguishes candles and fans fires.
~Francois de La Rochefoucauld
Aprilenchanted Design Studio
@ The Art Salon Studios & Gallery
2219 E. 21st Avenue
Denver, CO 80205
720.404.1780
info@aprilenchanted.com
By Appointment Only
As some of you may know, the Aprilenchanted Design Studio has moved...again...into an amazing new location that will allow for some awesome new things to happen! First, the new space is at The Art Salon Gallery & Studios...a place that fosters the work of 5 artists working in various mediums, as well as space for a gallery/boutique and classroom space. So vóila, the Couture Café & Sewing Lounge is born! This is a place that will feature a sewing, design & art library, a large cutting table and several wonderful vintage sewing machines all available to members for use in their creative projects. We will host a variety of classes in sewing, painting and a variety of crafting & textiles related subjects. We are open to anyone interested in teaching classes, as well, if space is needed because we have LOTS of space!
In addition to classes and gallery events, we will also be a destination for Art Parties and other fun events...Tutu Creation Birthday Parties, Make-A-Monster Birthday Parties, etc.!!!
We are located in a beautiful storefront in the vibrant and pedestrian friendly neighborhood of City Park West. Our Grand Opening event will take place on Saturday, August 28th from 1-10pm, with a reception beginning at 6pm. If you would like to attend our reception, please RSVP to Jennifer Mosquera at: jennifermosquera@hotmail.com
Check out our new website at: http://artsalondenver.com/
The Aprilenchanted Design Studio will be offering a whole new calendar of classes for the Fall/Winter at this fabulous and amazing place! Some of the new offerings are the Wednesday Night Gift Making Series beginning in November, as well as some specific garment construction classes to help you with your projects. There are the Couture Café Tuesday Night open sessions as well as the usual Fashion Sewing Bootcamps, Corsetmaking and some other fun workshops on the calendar. Classes have already started to fill up so register early! http://www.aprilenchanted.com/Classes.html
I'm really looking forward to this creative venture and I hope that you get the chance to come down and share in the excitement! Creatives Unite...and have FUN! See you soon!
With passion! April
www.aprilenchanted.com
Absence diminishes mediocre passions and increases great ones, as the wind extinguishes candles and fans fires.
~Francois de La Rochefoucauld
Aprilenchanted Design Studio
@ The Art Salon Studios & Gallery
2219 E. 21st Avenue
Denver, CO 80205
720.404.1780
info@aprilenchanted.com
By Appointment Only
Friday, August 13, 2010
Wearable Art & Fashion Bazaar! THIS Saturday!
Wearable Art & Fashion Bazaar!
Come get outfitted for fun, for fancy and for the playa!
Unique, one-of-a-kind fashions made by local designers:
April Hoy / Aprilenchanted Design
Lisa Toyne / Klever Kitty Designs
Marcy Kerchal / Ztella Collection
Mercedes Gerow / PlayaFur
Sandra Perkins / Fiber & Jewelry Designs
and possibly a few more!
ONE DAY ONLY!!!
Saturday, August 14th
11am - 7pm
at The Art Salon Studios & Gallery
2219 E. 21st Avenue (corner of 21st @ York Street)
Denver, CO 80205
Come get outfitted for fun, for fancy and for the playa!
Unique, one-of-a-kind fashions made by local designers:
April Hoy / Aprilenchanted Design
Marcy Kerchal / Ztella Collection
Mercedes Gerow / PlayaFur
Sandra Perkins / Fiber & Jewelry Designs
and possibly a few more!
ONE DAY ONLY!!!
Saturday, August 14th
11am - 7pm
at The Art Salon Studios & Gallery
2219 E. 21st Avenue (corner of 21st @ York Street)
Denver, CO 80205
Thursday, July 29, 2010
Breaking News!!!
I am joining forces with some very talented artists and we are forming our own artist workspace and gallery! Read on!!!
Art Salon
Where Art & Fashion Collide!
A dynamic, artistic collaborative providing art & design services to both private & corporate clientele. To stimulate the creative economy of Denver & bring more creative and artful thinking to a wider public audience.
Artists
Frank Garza - Fine art painter using avante garde materials, specializing in large scale murals & fine art commissions.
Jennifer Mosquera - Fine art painter, interior/exterior designer specializing in vibrant and unique art & green design.
April Hoy - Costume & fashion designer, specializing in corsetry, couture & vintage fabric reuse.
Shannon Winski - Glass artist, specializing in glass beads & fused glass jewelry.
Services
Artistic Consultation
Curationl Services
Interior/Exterior Design
Interior Furnishings
Faux Painting/Mural Painting
Fine Art
Art Classes/Art Parties
Set & Props Design
Custom Clothing, Costume & Design
Pattern Drafting Services
Stylist & Personal Shopper Services
ArtCar Consultation & Design
Rental space for Trunk Shows, Fashion Shows & Small Events
Short & Long term Artistic Workspace, Studio Space & Classrooms
Gallery
Fine Art, Fashion & Jewelry Exhibitions
Gifts
Artcycle, Green Art & Fabric Exhibition
Grand Opening!! Save The Date!!!
Saturday, August 28th
1-6pm Open House & Tours
6-10pm Reception & Exhibit
Art Salon
Where Art & Fashion Collide!
A dynamic, artistic collaborative providing art & design services to both private & corporate clientele. To stimulate the creative economy of Denver & bring more creative and artful thinking to a wider public audience.
Artists
Frank Garza - Fine art painter using avante garde materials, specializing in large scale murals & fine art commissions.
Jennifer Mosquera - Fine art painter, interior/exterior designer specializing in vibrant and unique art & green design.
April Hoy - Costume & fashion designer, specializing in corsetry, couture & vintage fabric reuse.
Shannon Winski - Glass artist, specializing in glass beads & fused glass jewelry.
Services
Artistic Consultation
Curationl Services
Interior/Exterior Design
Interior Furnishings
Faux Painting/Mural Painting
Fine Art
Art Classes/Art Parties
Set & Props Design
Custom Clothing, Costume & Design
Pattern Drafting Services
Stylist & Personal Shopper Services
ArtCar Consultation & Design
Rental space for Trunk Shows, Fashion Shows & Small Events
Short & Long term Artistic Workspace, Studio Space & Classrooms
Gallery
Fine Art, Fashion & Jewelry Exhibitions
Gifts
Artcycle, Green Art & Fabric Exhibition
Grand Opening!! Save The Date!!!
Saturday, August 28th
1-6pm Open House & Tours
6-10pm Reception & Exhibit
Sunday, July 25, 2010
Guildwerks 2nd Annual Costume Bazaar!
The following is information for a pre-Burning Man vending event here in Denver. Hope to see you there!
The Guildwerks 2nd Annual Costume Bazaar is an opportunity to buy and sell your costumes, accessories and fun wearables. There will be a free exchange table at this event also.
You may read all the information and register for your space at the Costume Bazaar, here at this page:
http://www.aprilenchanted.com/registration.html
Hope to see you all there! Please pass this along to anyone that may be interested in vending at this event.
Feel free to email me if you any questions about this event. Thanks!
Blessings! April
The Guildwerks 2nd Annual Costume Bazaar is an opportunity to buy and sell your costumes, accessories and fun wearables. There will be a free exchange table at this event also.
You may read all the information and register for your space at the Costume Bazaar, here at this page:
http://www.aprilenchanted.com/registration.html
Hope to see you all there! Please pass this along to anyone that may be interested in vending at this event.
Feel free to email me if you any questions about this event. Thanks!
Blessings! April
Thursday, July 22, 2010
Another Burning Man ArtCar project!
Yes, it's true! I will be designing and creating fabric coverings for another Burning Man Artcar this year! This years theme: Mushrooms! So if you're out on the playa this summer and you see some giant mushrooms on something that looks like it's from Mr. Toad's wild ride, then that's the one!
I am available for consultations on all artcar projects, so feel free to contact me!
info@aprilenchanted.com
Have a great summer!
I am available for consultations on all artcar projects, so feel free to contact me!
info@aprilenchanted.com
Have a great summer!
Monday, July 19, 2010
Aprilenchanted Corset Parties and Steamer Trunk Shows!
I will be holding the first, a late summer Aprilenchanted Corset Party and Steamer Trunk Show, offering one-of-a-kind fashions and fineries to boost your wardrobe and make you feel pretty, funky or cool! Your choice!
If you are interested in attending or hosting this event, email me at: info@aprilenchanted.com to get on the guest list!
If you are interested in attending or hosting this event, email me at: info@aprilenchanted.com to get on the guest list!
Tuesday, July 6, 2010
Official Colorado Burlesque Festival Schedule
Hello everyone!
I will be vending some of my pretty wares at the Colorado Burlesque Festival this weekend. Specifically, I will be at the Merchandise Bazaar on Sunday afternoon. I will have a small collection of beautifully designed corsets and maybe some additional frou frou! And of course, I will be taking custom orders for any desired fineries. Following this message I provide you with the full weekend schedule in hopes that some of you will be able to attend some of these amazing events! Have fun!
Glitter! April
www.aprilenchanted.com
Personality is the glitter that sends your little gleam across the footlights and the orchestra pit into that big black space where the audience is. ~ Mae West
Aprilenchanted Design Studio
@ Guildwerks Artists Collective
3821 B Steele Street,
Denver, CO 80206
720.404.1780
info@aprilenchanted.com
By Appointment Only
Official Colorado Burlesque Festival Schedule
Wednesday July 7, 2010
Pampered Passions Fine Lingerie Party (Official CBF Sponsor) & CBF KickOff
Join us for a little wine, snacks and the sexiest lingerie to be had!
(303) 346-8450
9615-D East County Line Rd
Englewood, CO 80112
5pm - 8pm
FREE
Pampered Passions
Thursday July 8, 2010
Naughty Pierre's Burlesque and Comedy Extravaganza
Lannie's Clock Tower Cabaret
303-293-0075
1601 Arapahoe Street, Denver 80202
8:00pm
$20.00
Lannies
Friday July 9, 2010
Colorado Burlesque Festival Intimate VIP Night
With Your Host Naughty Pierre and Opening Music from Jonny Barber & The Rhythm Razors
Lannie's Clock Tower Cabaret
303-293-0075
1601 Arapahoe Street, Denver 80202
8:00pm
$35.00
After party with drink specials (show ending around 11:30 or Midnite) till 2am!
Lannies
We are excited to be able to offer two amazing classes on Saturday July 10th.
The classes will be held at The Aerial Dance Over Denver Dance Studio
8964 East Hampden Avenue Denver, CO 80231
Each class will be $20 or you can do both for $30!
For out of town guests we will be arranging a carpool from The Curtis Hotel to make sure you can get out to the studio!
Please email me if this is something you want to get in on!
This is a rare treat to have these educators sharing their skills so sign up today to ensure your spot!
Please submit payment through Paypal to email address: cbfclasses@gmail.com
Please specify which class you'd like to sign up for or say both along with your performer name and regular name
Saturday July 10th
2pm-3pm
Tease Technique With Miss Exotic World 2005 The Ass That Goes POW! Michelle L'amour:
Expand on the basics of burlesque: walk, bump, grind and shimmy. Finish those body lines and learn how to transition from each move.
3pm-4pm
STRUCTURED PLAYTIME with The Adorable Trixie Little & Mr. Exotic World 2010 The Evil Hate Monkey!
In this amazing class, Trixie and Monkey have combined their training in physical theater, clowning and burlesque to lead a structured playtime for the purpose of discovering new ideas, taking risks, playing, increasing connection to an audience, letting go of self-consciousness while improvising, thinking on your feet and utilizing your whole body. Perfect for anyone who wants to have a new kind of fun while performing.
Saturday July 10, 2010
Colorado Burlesque Festival Main Event
With Your host Liam Sullivan and Opening Music by Caesars Pleasers
The Gothic Theatre
3263 South Broadway
Englewood, CO 80113-2425
(303) 788-0984
8:00pm
$25.00
Gothic Theatre
Saturday Night After Party
Jonesy's Eat Bar
400 East 20th Avenue
Denver, CO 80205-3201
(303) 863-7473
When the show at The Gothic ends, that's where we're all heading for $5 buffet and cheap "Big Mama Red" shots!
Sunday July 11, 2010
"Pool Party" and Merchandise Bazaar
$10 Brunch and $5 Bloody Marys
Meet and Greet with All Your Favorite Burlesque performers
And DJ Rock Star Aaron
Featuring OVER 15 Vendors!
Wynkoop Brewery
1634 18th Street
Denver, CO 80202-1212
(303) 297-2700
2:00pm-5:00pm
I will be vending some of my pretty wares at the Colorado Burlesque Festival this weekend. Specifically, I will be at the Merchandise Bazaar on Sunday afternoon. I will have a small collection of beautifully designed corsets and maybe some additional frou frou! And of course, I will be taking custom orders for any desired fineries. Following this message I provide you with the full weekend schedule in hopes that some of you will be able to attend some of these amazing events! Have fun!
Glitter! April
www.aprilenchanted.com
Personality is the glitter that sends your little gleam across the footlights and the orchestra pit into that big black space where the audience is. ~ Mae West
Aprilenchanted Design Studio
@ Guildwerks Artists Collective
3821 B Steele Street,
Denver, CO 80206
720.404.1780
info@aprilenchanted.com
By Appointment Only
Official Colorado Burlesque Festival Schedule
Wednesday July 7, 2010
Pampered Passions Fine Lingerie Party (Official CBF Sponsor) & CBF KickOff
Join us for a little wine, snacks and the sexiest lingerie to be had!
(303) 346-8450
9615-D East County Line Rd
Englewood, CO 80112
5pm - 8pm
FREE
Pampered Passions
Thursday July 8, 2010
Naughty Pierre's Burlesque and Comedy Extravaganza
Lannie's Clock Tower Cabaret
303-293-0075
1601 Arapahoe Street, Denver 80202
8:00pm
$20.00
Lannies
Friday July 9, 2010
Colorado Burlesque Festival Intimate VIP Night
With Your Host Naughty Pierre and Opening Music from Jonny Barber & The Rhythm Razors
Lannie's Clock Tower Cabaret
303-293-0075
1601 Arapahoe Street, Denver 80202
8:00pm
$35.00
After party with drink specials (show ending around 11:30 or Midnite) till 2am!
Lannies
We are excited to be able to offer two amazing classes on Saturday July 10th.
The classes will be held at The Aerial Dance Over Denver Dance Studio
8964 East Hampden Avenue Denver, CO 80231
Each class will be $20 or you can do both for $30!
For out of town guests we will be arranging a carpool from The Curtis Hotel to make sure you can get out to the studio!
Please email me if this is something you want to get in on!
This is a rare treat to have these educators sharing their skills so sign up today to ensure your spot!
Please submit payment through Paypal to email address: cbfclasses@gmail.com
Please specify which class you'd like to sign up for or say both along with your performer name and regular name
Saturday July 10th
2pm-3pm
Tease Technique With Miss Exotic World 2005 The Ass That Goes POW! Michelle L'amour:
Expand on the basics of burlesque: walk, bump, grind and shimmy. Finish those body lines and learn how to transition from each move.
3pm-4pm
STRUCTURED PLAYTIME with The Adorable Trixie Little & Mr. Exotic World 2010 The Evil Hate Monkey!
In this amazing class, Trixie and Monkey have combined their training in physical theater, clowning and burlesque to lead a structured playtime for the purpose of discovering new ideas, taking risks, playing, increasing connection to an audience, letting go of self-consciousness while improvising, thinking on your feet and utilizing your whole body. Perfect for anyone who wants to have a new kind of fun while performing.
Saturday July 10, 2010
Colorado Burlesque Festival Main Event
With Your host Liam Sullivan and Opening Music by Caesars Pleasers
The Gothic Theatre
3263 South Broadway
Englewood, CO 80113-2425
(303) 788-0984
8:00pm
$25.00
Gothic Theatre
Saturday Night After Party
Jonesy's Eat Bar
400 East 20th Avenue
Denver, CO 80205-3201
(303) 863-7473
When the show at The Gothic ends, that's where we're all heading for $5 buffet and cheap "Big Mama Red" shots!
Sunday July 11, 2010
"Pool Party" and Merchandise Bazaar
$10 Brunch and $5 Bloody Marys
Meet and Greet with All Your Favorite Burlesque performers
And DJ Rock Star Aaron
Featuring OVER 15 Vendors!
Wynkoop Brewery
1634 18th Street
Denver, CO 80202-1212
(303) 297-2700
2:00pm-5:00pm
Sunday, June 27, 2010
Wendy Rule! Save the Date!
Many of you know that Wendy Rule's Denver performance was postponed due to a traveling VISA problem and she was returned to Australia earlier this month. It looks like the issue is being handled and her return to the US is upon us! Those of you who previously purchased tickets to the Midsummer Night Fairy Festival can use those same tickets to attend this event!
The date for her Denver performance looks like Friday, August 13th! Save the date and stay tuned for confirmation and more details regarding this event!
The date for her Denver performance looks like Friday, August 13th! Save the date and stay tuned for confirmation and more details regarding this event!
Summer 2010 Sewing & Creatives Classes Calendar!
Here is the new Class Calendar! To register, go here!
Creatives In Business Workshop
Contracts and Agreements to Keep Yourself Sane and Your Clients Happy!
A 3 Hour Workshop that will help you to further develop your business. Topics covered are...
1. Defining Your Business Model & Mission Statement
2. Defining Client Expectations
3. Contracts & Agreements As Communication Tools
4. When Friends Become Clients
5. Orders & Down Payments vs. Full Payment in Advance
6. Honesty & Integrity in Business...You and Your Client!
Each student will leave the class with a packet filled with helpful information, as well as a CD with several basic forms and contracts that can be manipulated for use with your own business.
This workshop will be offered through Fashion Denver at their fabulous new showroom!
Pre-registration required! And seats WILL fill quickly so register early!
3 Hour Workshop
Saturday, July 17th
Noon - 3pm
Cost of Class: $65, includes info packet & CD.
Tuesday Night Open Sew!
Project Finishing Class!
Many people get started on their first sewing project and then stop because it is too complicated or they simply don't understand the rules of sewing. If you have unfinished projects lying around and need some good information to get them finished then this is the session for you. Bring your sewing machine, sewing kit and your unfinished project and I will help you to get it completed. Pre-registration required as I have limited space.
Tuesdays, 6-9pm
Ongoing Through Summer 2010!
Cost of Class: $35 per Tuesday
Quick Tutu Making Workshop
One day workshop will cover the fine point of making tutu style skirts, quickly and easily! Choose from 2 different types of tutu's to make! Sew or No-Sew!
$35 ~ Pre-registration Required!
Bring Your Own Materials OR
Pre-purchase a complete kit for $25
Saturday, July 24th
1 PM to 4 PM
8 Week Sewing Boot Camp!
This class runs for 8 weeks and will help you to work with your sewing machine, understand working with patterns and walk you through an entire shirt or jacket project complete with collars, sleeves, cuffs and buttonholes or a zipper. You will increase your sewing prowess by taking this class and you will learn beautiful finishing techniques!
Pre-registration required! And seats WILL fill quickly so register early!
Monday's, 6-9pm
July 19th - September 6th
Cost of Class: $250
Sewing Bootcamp - Level II - Pants!
(for students having already completed the 8 Week Boot Camp or who have a demonstrated knowledge of sewing and working with patterns)
This class will demonstrate all the fine points of pants making including proper fit, front fly openings, zippers, pockets and seam stitching.
It is not necessary to purchase your fabric prior to the first class, but you will need a pants pattern based on your measurements. Contact me for more information!
Pre-registration required! And seats WILL fill quickly so register early!
6 weeks of 3 hour classes
Wednesday's, 6-9pm
August 4th - September 8th
Cost of Class: $225
Corsetmaking Class!
(for students having already completed the 8 Week Boot Camp or who have a demonstrated knowledge of sewing and working with patterns)
This class will cover every element of corsetmaking including fittings, proper fit, bonings, grommets and eyelets, lacings and tools.
Cost of class includes kit fee which will be provided for you, which includes spiral steel bonings, grommets and grommet setting tools, corsetmaker's awl, lacings and inner coutil lining. You only need to supply your own outer fashion fabric. Do not purchase this before the first class as we will be talking about suitable fabrics for your corset.
4 weeks of 3 hour classes
Sunday's, 10am - 1pm
July 18th - August 8th
Cost of Class: $425, includes corset making kit
Kids Can Sew!
A great Kids Camp for Spring Break Week or during Summer vacation! A one week camp, 2 hours each day. This class also allows for a Parent to attend and learn along with your child.
You must bring your own sewing machine so that you and your child can learn the specifics of working with that machine, as each machine is slightly different.
Seats are limited. Pre-registration is required. All registrations must be accompanied by an Emergency Release Form.
One week of 2 hour classes.
Mon - Fri, 10am - Noon
Cost of Class: $150 per child, $75 per parent
Please Specify the dates of your child's preferred
camp week!
June 28th - July 2nd
July 5th - July 9th
July 12th - July 16th
July 19th - July 23rd
July 26th - July 30th
Contracts and Agreements to Keep Yourself Sane and Your Clients Happy!
A 3 Hour Workshop that will help you to further develop your business. Topics covered are...
1. Defining Your Business Model & Mission Statement
2. Defining Client Expectations
3. Contracts & Agreements As Communication Tools
4. When Friends Become Clients
5. Orders & Down Payments vs. Full Payment in Advance
6. Honesty & Integrity in Business...You and Your Client!
Each student will leave the class with a packet filled with helpful information, as well as a CD with several basic forms and contracts that can be manipulated for use with your own business.
Publish Post
This workshop will be offered through Fashion Denver at their fabulous new showroom!
Pre-registration required! And seats WILL fill quickly so register early!
3 Hour Workshop
Saturday, July 17th
Noon - 3pm
Cost of Class: $65, includes info packet & CD.
Tuesday Night Open Sew!
Project Finishing Class!
Many people get started on their first sewing project and then stop because it is too complicated or they simply don't understand the rules of sewing. If you have unfinished projects lying around and need some good information to get them finished then this is the session for you. Bring your sewing machine, sewing kit and your unfinished project and I will help you to get it completed. Pre-registration required as I have limited space.
Tuesdays, 6-9pm
Ongoing Through Summer 2010!
Cost of Class: $35 per Tuesday
Quick Tutu Making Workshop
One day workshop will cover the fine point of making tutu style skirts, quickly and easily! Choose from 2 different types of tutu's to make! Sew or No-Sew!
$35 ~ Pre-registration Required!
Bring Your Own Materials OR
Pre-purchase a complete kit for $25
Saturday, July 24th
1 PM to 4 PM
8 Week Sewing Boot Camp!
This class runs for 8 weeks and will help you to work with your sewing machine, understand working with patterns and walk you through an entire shirt or jacket project complete with collars, sleeves, cuffs and buttonholes or a zipper. You will increase your sewing prowess by taking this class and you will learn beautiful finishing techniques!
Pre-registration required! And seats WILL fill quickly so register early!
Monday's, 6-9pm
July 19th - September 6th
Cost of Class: $250
Sewing Bootcamp - Level II - Pants!
(for students having already completed the 8 Week Boot Camp or who have a demonstrated knowledge of sewing and working with patterns)
This class will demonstrate all the fine points of pants making including proper fit, front fly openings, zippers, pockets and seam stitching.
It is not necessary to purchase your fabric prior to the first class, but you will need a pants pattern based on your measurements. Contact me for more information!
Pre-registration required! And seats WILL fill quickly so register early!
6 weeks of 3 hour classes
Wednesday's, 6-9pm
August 4th - September 8th
Cost of Class: $225
Corsetmaking Class!
(for students having already completed the 8 Week Boot Camp or who have a demonstrated knowledge of sewing and working with patterns)
This class will cover every element of corsetmaking including fittings, proper fit, bonings, grommets and eyelets, lacings and tools.
Cost of class includes kit fee which will be provided for you, which includes spiral steel bonings, grommets and grommet setting tools, corsetmaker's awl, lacings and inner coutil lining. You only need to supply your own outer fashion fabric. Do not purchase this before the first class as we will be talking about suitable fabrics for your corset.
4 weeks of 3 hour classes
Sunday's, 10am - 1pm
July 18th - August 8th
Cost of Class: $425, includes corset making kit
Kids Can Sew!
A great Kids Camp for Spring Break Week or during Summer vacation! A one week camp, 2 hours each day. This class also allows for a Parent to attend and learn along with your child.
You must bring your own sewing machine so that you and your child can learn the specifics of working with that machine, as each machine is slightly different.
Seats are limited. Pre-registration is required. All registrations must be accompanied by an Emergency Release Form.
One week of 2 hour classes.
Mon - Fri, 10am - Noon
Cost of Class: $150 per child, $75 per parent
Please Specify the dates of your child's preferred
camp week!
June 28th - July 2nd
July 5th - July 9th
July 12th - July 16th
July 19th - July 23rd
July 26th - July 30th
Monday, June 21, 2010
Solstice Beginnings!
Today I happily engage in new beginnings! As of this Solstice day, my design studio is moved and work and classes will commence in the new location!
And I am open to new beginnings in all areas of my life this day!
Many blessings to you all!
And I am open to new beginnings in all areas of my life this day!
Many blessings to you all!
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