Birdhouse Workshop – 10-14-11 by Ann Quinn

Adult ‘play-days’prevailed once more at the Gallery with a fun crowd attending the latest craft workshop on Friday. After a wonderful lunch (thanks, Kathy!) of croissant sandwiches, spicy soup and salad, Kathy gave a welcome to all. Ann shared a collection of birdhouse ideas, as well as a review of the materials available to complete everyone’s ideas. Anxious to begin, we all got down to the business of decorating our birdhouses! Some of the artists brought special tools and materials, while others came with their painting aprons, prepared to get serious! Several crafters opted to create decorative indoor birdhouses, using bright colors, stickers, knobby leg parts, and painted shingles, while others were creating “for the birds” with sticks and natural colors. There was even a Halloween themed birdhouse complete with a swirling ghost overhead! The creativity and individuality that developed was amazing! These photos tell the real story! Several more crafting sessions are planned for the coming year, so watch for future announcements!