November 2014 | No Chicks in Aprons

Due to the Holiday, there will be no Chicks in Aprons on November 24th. We will begin meeting monthly again in January! Keep your eyes peeled for more information to come! We will be starting with "No-Sew Aprons" in January!

October 2014 | Fall & Winter Wreaths

How great are these wreaths?! You can decorate your front door in so many ways!! Jump on Pinterest and get some ideas!

Fall wreaths
Winter wreaths
Holiday wreaths

Here are the tutorials for the wreaths shown in the picture above:
(1) Hexagon Wooden Wreath
(2) Christmas Ornament Wreath
(3) Fall Flannel Wreath
(4) Winter Wreath
(5) Chevron Wreath

Remember, bring all the supplies and materials needed to complete your project. Many of us bring some items to share as well.

Bring a snack or drink to share with the group.

And be sure to RSVP!! Ways to RSVP...
(1) Leave a comment on this blog
(2) RSVP at HCC Connect
(3) Email April

Let me know if you have any questions!

September 2014 | Painting Furniture

We hope you will join us for our September Chicks in Aprons!

We are painting furniture and we have a special guest teacher, Gini Donaldson!

She will be showing us how to paint using chalk paint. However, you can bring any paint you wish to try!!

Find a small piece of furniture to refinish and paint! We will be working outside, so if it rains...we will have to reschedule!

If you have any questions, feel free to ask!

Be sure to RSVP!! Leave a comment here or email us to let us know you are coming!

August 2014 | Homemade Sugar Scrubs

I am SO excited about this class!!

AUGUST 25th  |  6:30pm  |  VERB Lounge

We will be making "Homemade Sugar Scrubs!" These make wonderful gifts, or the perfect addition to your beauty routine! And there are SO many different types of scrubs to choose from!!

If you don't already have a Pinterest account, you should get one!! There are so many wonderful ideas there! I have gone ahead and searched out a TON of ideas for sugar scrubs for this our August Chicks in Aprons class. They are simply easy to make as well!

Check out the ideas here:

Sugar Scrubs

Bath Bombs

Do you want to add some sweet little labels to your scrubs and bath bombs? Check those out here:

Free Printable Labels

Sugar Scrub Labels

And don't worry about forking out lots of dough for sweet little containers to put your scrubs in either...check out Goodwill and the Dollar Store for perfect low-cost options! You could even use small mason jars and I've even seen people re-use baby food jars!

Like I said, I am so excited for Augusts class! It's going to smell so heavenly in there!

BE SURE TO RSVP!!

• Email April
• RSVP on HCC Connect
• RSVP on Facebook
• RSVP by commenting on this blog post

If you have any questions, just let me know!!

July 21st | Fabric & Paper Flowers

JULY 21st at 6:30pm in the VERB Lounge

July's projects are going to be so great!! So many options too!!

This month will work a little differently because I will be teaching a few different flower techniques...some paper, some fabric.

So you can come prepared to finish a certain projects, but be prepared to learn a few different techniques!

Here are some great ideas!!

FABRIC FLOWERS

Fabric Rosettes

Peonies (candle method)

Fluff Flowers (using three different cuts)

Organza Flowers (candle method)

Felt Flower

Felt Chrysanthemum

Rick Rack Ribbon Flowers

Fabric Flowers of all kinds

See more ideas for Fabric Flower Crafts here! Or here! And here!

PAPER FLOWERS

Giant Paper Flowers

Giant Ruche Paper Flowers

Crepe Paper Flowers

Misc. Paper Flowers

Coffee Filter Flowers

Pomander Flower Ball

Tissue Paper Flowers

Paper Punch Flowers

See more ideas for Paper Flower Crafts here! Or here!

So as you can see the possibilities are endless!!

Supply ideas to bring with you:

• Hot Glue Gun
• Glue Gun Sticks
• Scissors
• Scissors that cut different shapes, scalloped, etc.
• Fabric or Paper
• Solid color paper
• patterned paper
• Solid color fabric
• Organza, cotton, corduroy, etc.
• Patterned fabric
• Felt (any color)
• Tissue and/or crepe paper
• Coffee Filters
• Ribbon
• Organza, Rick Rack, etc.
• String (colored)
• Candles (tea lights work great for candle method)
• Tweezers or small tongs (to hold fabric for candle method)
• Needle & thread

Other misc items (Needed dependent upon your projects):

• Headbands
• Hair Clips
• Safety Pins
• Broach Pins

BE SURE TO RSVP!!

Ways to RSVP:

• Email April
• RSVP on HCC Connect
• RSVP on Facebook
• RSVP by commenting on this blog post

If you have any questions, just let me know!!

June 2014 | Recycled Tin Can Crafts

Chicks in Aprons in June will be so much fun!! There are tons of ideas and potential with our base supply...Tin Cans.

Here are some cute ideas!
Check out a ton of ideas here!!

As far as supplies go...well you will need TIN CANS...small ones or big ones...that's up to you and the project you decide on!
If you will be painting your tin cans, you will need your paint and paint brushes.
If you are accessorizing your tin cans, you will need hot glue and all your accessories.

If you have ANY questions about what supplies you will need to complete a specific idea...just email us with the link to your project idea and we will help you out with a supply list!

BE sure to RSVP for this event, so we know how many to set up for! Invite friends and family to attend with you and RSVP for them as well.

We'd also love if you brought a snack/drink to share! Who doesn't love snacking while they craft?!

Ways to RSVP:

• Email April
• RSVP on HCC Connect
• RSVP on Facebook
• RSVP by commenting on this blog post

May 2014 Project | Plastic Spoon Crafts

Check out all the details below!!

There are so many great crafts that you can do with plastic spoons...who knew?!

I will list as many ideas as I come across...now it's up to you to pick a project and gather all the supplies you will need to complete it! There will be plenty of ladies on hand to help you out, and for all you crafting newbies...don't be scared. Try something new, you just may surprise yourself!!

I always recommend searching Pinterest for tons of ideas!! If you don't already have an account, you  need one! It's free and there are TONS of ideas on almost EVERYTHING!

Project Ideas  |  Don't feel like you have to limit yourself to just one project. Or just any of the projects listed below. Do your own searching and find something perfect for you! Or perfect for someone else, and give a sweet handmade gift!
(I have already saved a ton of project ideas on my Chicks in Aprons Pinterest Board. Many are for plastic spoon crafts and others are for future Chicks in Aprons Projects! Be sure to take a look!)

More specifically, here are a ton of great ideas from Pinterest:
Plastic Spoon Crafts
Plastic Spoon Art
Plastic Spoon Ideas

Spoon Mirror

Tutorial  |  Tutorial  |  Tutorial

If you choose this project, I recommend pre-painting your spoons ahead of time in an effort to save time. OR buy already colored spoons.

Possible Supplies: (Be sure to check out a tutorial to know exactly what you will need for the look you are going for) Cardboard, Scissors, Mirror, Hot Glue Gun, Glue Sticks, Spoons (colored or plain), Spray Paint, etc.

Spoon Flowers/Spoon Necklace

Tutorial  |  Tutorial 

Possible Supplies: (Be sure to check out a tutorial to know exactly what you will need for the look you are going for) Scissors, Hot Glue Gun, Glue Sticks, Spoons (colored or plain), Spray Paint, Necklace to attach flower, safety pins, etc.

Spoon Pendant Lights

Tutorial  |  Tutorial

Possible Supplies: (Be sure to check out a tutorial to know exactly what you will need for the look you are going for) Scissors, Hot Glue Gun, Glue Sticks, Spoons (colored or plain), Spray Paint, Light Kit (talk to Lowe's or Home Depot Rep about the best kind of kit that doesn't get too hot, Plastic Container, Accessories (like feathers shown above)

Spoon Vases

Tutorial  |  Tutorial

Possible Supplies: (Be sure to check out a tutorial to know exactly what you will need for the look you are going for) Scissors, Hot Glue Gun, Glue Sticks, Spoons (colored or plain), Spray Paint, Vases, Cans, Jars, etc.

REMEMBER...don't assume that I have listed ALL the supplies you will need to complete your project! Check out tutorials and make sure you have all you will need. Plenty of us have extras (i.e. scissors, glue sticks, etc.) to share. However, you will need the complete list specific tools, accessories and supplies for your project.

So there are a ton of great ideas to start with!! Remember, don't limit yourself! Get creative! This is all about having fun with the ladies!! If you need ideas or help gathering your supplies or what you will need, just ASK!

April 2014 Class | Bottle Decor

Are you ready for our next class? We've picked a project that leaves plenty of room for creative freedom and ideas to flow!!

If you struggle in the "creative" area, have no fear...there will be plenty of ladies there to help guide you and show you easy ways to create a one of a kind decor piece for your home, or for a gift!

Take a look at all the ideas... (these are individual links, click on each to visit Pinterest for tons of ideas!)

• Glass Bottle Decor Ideas
• Wine Bottle Decor Ideas
• Painting Glass Decor Ideas
• Mason Jar Decor Ideas
• Painting Mason Jar Decor Ideas

Here is some help with SUPPLIES...due to the differing projects, the supplies list will be very dependent on which idea you go with. 

IF you are decorating your bottle with fabric, here are some things you may/will need:

• Scissors
• Hot Glue Gun
• Glue Sticks
• Fabric
• Fabric bows, flowers, etc. (if you wish)
• Other accessories, buttons, pins, etc. (if you wish)
• Small box for drying and carrying home (so you won't mess up or smudge your project)

IF you are decorating your bottle with paint, here are some things you may/will need:

• Paint
• Paint brushes, or foam brushes
• Paper to cover work space
• Tape (to create empty space or room for other colors)
• Other accessories to add to the bottle. (if you wish)
• Small box for drying and carrying home (so you won't mess up or smudge your project)

IF you wish to add vinyl lettering to your bottles, you will need to bring:

• Vinyl (a vinyl cutter and fonts will be provided for you)

IF you need any help in determining what supplies you will need to complete your project, please contact April for help! (Be sure to include a link to the project you will be working with, it would be helpful if the link included pictures.)

I hope each of you can join us for this fun evening with the ladies!! PLEASE BE SURE TO RSVP...it is the ONLY way we know how many to set up for; due to space and time we do require a minimum of 3 ladies to RSVP in order to keep Chicks in Aprons scheduled. 

Ways to RSVP:

• Email April
• RSVP on HCC Connect
• RSVP by commenting on this blog post

March Class...Decorative Wooden Letter Blocks

Ladies!! Chicks in Aprons is starting back up!!! Aren't you excited!!?? I know I am!!

Here are the details:

Check out the supplies list here:

If you want to see more about what we will be making, check out the tutorial we will be following from Inspiring Creations Blog.

**Note** we will have a few additional wooden blocks available, if needed. Also, we will have the capability to cut out letters on the spot as well!!

If you have any questions, please feel free to ask! Email April at chicksinaprons@verizon.net

****There is no childcare provided, and we ask that active-aged children stay at home, unless they are old enough to participate in the project with Mom.****

February Class - Photos

The Ladies had a great time assembling felt hearts...with tons of felt circles...now we all have numb fingertips; but it was all worth it!!!

Enjoy some photos from the evening!!

See you in March!

Felt Heart Decor - February Class Tutorial

This week, we made the most adorable Felt Heart Door Hangers...here's the lowdown on what you need and how to make one at home!

Felt (any color) 10-12 sheets
Ribbon (to hang your decor)
Straight Pins/Dress Pins (250+)
Heart Shaped Styrofoam Heart (I know Hobby Lobby carries them)
Scissors
Your supplies should total around $14-16

Now, here's the HOW-TO

So I am gonna do a quick run down of the fastest way to cut out your circles, cause you are going to need A LOT of them!! First you want to cut your felt sheet in half...

Then cut it in half again...

Then cut them in half...

You still with me? Now you should have about an inch to an inch and a half wide stripe that is 8 inches long. (estimated) Now you need to zig zag fold them...like this...

Now, cut off the corners forming a circle. You can cut a complete circle out if you want, whatever works for you. And no, your circles do not have to be perfect...

Now...grab your pins and your heart...it's time to start assembling this baby...

Take one circle and fold it in half...

Then in half again...till you have this little felty bundle...

Stick one pin through the point of your felt circle bundle and push it into your styrofoam heart...

Pack them as tight or as loose as you desire...and keep folding, sticking and pushing...

No really, keep going...

And before long, you'll be DONE!!
It helps to have a little cutie-pah-tootie nearby to help show off the final result...and it's even better if she exclaims "oh I loooveee ittt aweeee" and gives it a hug. *adorable!*

Then you are complete. The adding the ribbon is pretty self-explainatory...I assume. Just cut the ribbon to desired length and stick it to the back of your heart with more pins.

*Note, your pointer and thumb finger will more than likely be numb at the tip by the end of this...but no one ever said crafting isn't hard work!!!*

Here's my finished product!

Stay tuned for pictures from the Class...the ladies had such a good time!! If you didn't make it, sorry we missed you!! Hope we catch you in March!! :) Keep your eyes out for the March project, and be sure to "like" us on Facebook, so you can get the information on the upcoming Classes!

February Class

Boy the Holidays got the best of us, but we are back on track!

February 1st is our first Class for 2011 and I am so excited about what we will be making!

 

These are just a few of the ideas that I have run across. When you R.S.V.P.,  your supplies list will include the supplies (cost around $12) for the Felt Wreaths/door hangers (shown in the first two example photos.)

I also gleefully challenge you to do your own search for other project ideas, like the burlap/felt heart picture frame. (shown in the third example photo)There are so many cute ideas out there, and there will be plenty of gals there at the Class to help you on the project too!

Have fun with it and be creative!! Hope to see all of you wonderful ladies there!

Remember to  R.S.V.P. to ChicksinAprons@verizon.net to get your supplies list!  And as a reminder, we will be starting promptly at 6:30 p.m. to ensure enough time for the devotion and project!

More info on the November Class!

**UPDATED NOTE**

The November class has been canceled! Keep your eyes out for the DECEMBER Class! It's going to be a blast!!

Hey ladies!

Hopefully most of you were able to attend the October Class and I HOPE you loved it! I know that I did!! Now the November Class is coming up on November 2nd and you still have PLENTY of time to R.S.V.P.! See ad here.

Brittany Harris is our Host for the month! yeah, cheers, hoorrahhhh!

I figured I would give you a little sneak-peek into what we will be doing, and since we will be enjoying all the Fall weather...we will be making...

Mum Pumpkins!

Worried about not being crafty enough?! Have no fear...you can cut and glue right?!

Take a peek...Now, these are just ideas...you can get creative and do what you want!

Again, these are just examples...you can choose your own colors, do real or fake pumpkins! You can put flowers around the outside, OR inside your pumpkins! Have fun with it!

A perfect way to add some FALL lovin' to your front porch or door, even a desk at work!!! So R.S.V.P. today and I will send your supplies list!!


See you lovely ladies there!!

**need to R.S.V.P.? It's easy, just leave a comment on this blog (with your email address) OR send an email to April at ChicksinAprons@verizon.net!!! See?! Easy-peasy!**

November Class

Get more details here...

R.S.V.P. to ChicksinAprons@verizon.net. Once you R.S.V.P. you will receive your "Supplies" list and any additional information.
THANKS!

October - Fall Wreath Sneak Peeks

Ladies!! Our October Class is coming fast!!

Be sure to R.S.V.P. to ChicksinAprons@verizon.net!!

Here's a sneak peek.....

Don'tcha just LOVE IT!!!??

And hey...no worries...if you don't want to make the wreath you can still join us!! Or you can make one as a gift!!

More info on the October Class!

Hey ladies!

Hopefully most of you were able to attend the September Class and I HOPE you loved it! I know that I did!! Now the October Class is coming up on October 5th and you still have PLENTY of time to R.S.V.P.!

I figured I would give you a little sneak-peek into what we will be doing, and since we are headed into Fall...we are making...

Fall Door Wreaths!
Don't worry...it's not that hard! You can wrap and cut right?!

Take a peek...

Super cute right?!?! Now these are just examples...you can choose your own colors, etc!

These wreaths will be sure to spice up and front door!! So R.S.V.P. today and I will send your supplies list!!

If you have already R.S.V.P.'ed you will be receiving your "Supplies" list email very shortly!! So keep an eye out for it!

See you lovely ladies there!!

**need to R.S.V.P.? It's easy, just leave a comment on this blog (with your email address) OR send an email to April at ChicksinAprons@verizon.net!!! See?! Easy-peasy!**

More info on the September Class!

Hey ladies!

So the September Class is approaching! Yes, there is still PLENTY of time to R.S.V.P.!

I figured I would give you a little sneak-peek into what we will be doing!!

No-Sew Aprons!
Sounds easy enough right?! Sure it does!!

Take a peek...

Super cute right?!?!

We will be making some super easy "No-Sew" Aprons from old pillowcases!!! So keep your eye out for some colorful, vintage, pretty, fun pillowcases for your project! And you can make as many as you would like to!

If you have already R.S.V.P.'ed you will be receiving your "Supplies" list email very shortly!! So keep an eye out for it!

See you lovely ladies there!!

**need to R.S.V.P.? It's easy, just leave a comment on this blog (with your email address) OR send an email to April at ChicksinAprons@verizon.net!!! See?! Easy-peasy!**