Block Print Tote Bags @ LOCAL FOODS
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Join me at Local Foods to learn the art of block printing while we sip wine and make our own tote bag! The shop is open from 11am-8pm so come early, get your shopping done, and then enjoy some wine and craftin'! One glass of wine is included and the bar is there for more later!
I will be showing you the process of block printing to create your own custom stamps. Then, we'll use our stamps to print on a canvas bag, perfect for your grocery shopping or to give as a cool, unique gift!
WHAT YOU GET
A canvas bag
All of the tools to use during our time together
An apron to wear during the workshop
An assortment of inks for printing
Block printing rubber to create your stamps
A two hour block printing lesson
A glass of wine (your choice of red, white, or rose)
ABOUT THE VENUE
This 17,000 square-foot space houses a public market, meat mecca (The Butcher & Larder), cafe, and a line up of cooking classes and workshops. It is such a treat to walk around this beautiful space and shop all of their local offerings! Their workshop space, located just in the back, is a great space for gathering with others to create!
All ages welcome
I provide all materials you need for making!
My name is Joslyn Villalpando and I am a working artist and art educator in Chicago. After studying fine art and art education at the University of Cincinnati, I spent 7 years teaching elementary art. While teaching, I completed my master's degree at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC), studying the impact of craft and fiber art on art education. My small research group of young participants grew into a little community while learning to weave, sew, embroider, and dye; sharing the stories, memories, thoughts, and ideas that arise when creating together.
After witnessing the beautiful community that is built when creating with friends, I first began holding craft and cocktail parties to spread my love of the handmade with my favorite people. We gathered to learn how to block print to make valentines or embroider to create holiday ornaments- each craft accompanied by a featured batch cocktail and treats, of course. Inspired by the old sewing circles and expanding on the theme of intimate, creative social gatherings, I am moving these parties from my tiny Chicago condo and hosting craft events at some of Chicago's most beloved bars, restaurants, coffee houses, boutiques, and cupcake shops. I love utilizing classic, traditional art/craft processes such as; weaving, embroidery, printmaking, and watercolor, and putting a contemporary spin on them to bring you a unique learning experience.
There's nothing better than gathering with others to make something by hand, learning skills and processes that can be used again and again. At each J.Villa gathering, you will experience a thoughtfully curated event in an inspiring space, hand selected and/or handmade art materials, and enthusiastic guidance through the craft process.