Handcrafted Art Glass

Brighton residents, and husband and wife team, Charlie and Paula Shoulders developed their love for working with glass into their own company, Living On the Etch, in 2004.

Charlie is a flameworker who uses a torch and tools to melt, blow and sculpt borosilicate glass. His hummingbirds have been one of the best sellers at Art In Bloom for nearly two years now. I am often asked to incorporate one of these stunning and unique creations into a simple floral arrangement. It’s the perfect combination of fresh blooms and a lasting keepsake. Paula works in kiln-formed glass and stained glass. Her fused glass tiles, available at Art In Bloom, are definitely another hot seller.

To learn more about this talented couple and to check their upcoming art fair schedule go to Living On the Etch.

Happy Memorial Day

…and enjoy your long weekend!

Art In Bloom will be closed Saturday, May 26 through Monday, May 28. We will reopen for business at 9am on Tuesday, the 29th. Please send an email to artinbloomstudio@gmail.com if you need assistance over the weekend and I will try to get back to you as soon as possible.

Summer Art Camps

The six different art-themed camps for this summer are beginning to fill up. If you know a young artist interested in a camp, please download the registration form or stop by the studio to reserve a space as class sizes are limited. Looking forward to seeing all of the “blooming artists” this summer!

  

Session 1: June 18-21, 10:30am-12:00pm Paper Mache

(This session will be held a few block away at The Studio West Gallery 111 West St., Brighton.)

Session 2: June 25-28, 10:30am-12:00pm Painting I- Watercolor techniques

Session 3: July 16-19, 10:30am-12:00pm Weaving

Session 4: July 23-26, 10:30am-12:00pm Printmaking

Session 5: August 6-9, 10:30am-12:00pm Drawing

Session 6: August 13-16, 10:30am-12:00pm Painting II- Acrylic techniques

Tuition: One session $75, two or more sessions $69 each, all six sessions $59 each.

Succulents for Mother’s Day

Looking for something different for Mom this year?

Succulent plants are easy to care for and absolutely gorgeous when arranged into low containers and accented with fresh blooms. Available in a variety of sizes and price points. Give us a call or stop in to take a look!

Artist’s Reception

 

The artwork of Peggy Brewer will be on display at the Art In Bloom gallery through June 2nd. Peggy’s work is soft, serene and like a breath of fresh spring air. I really enjoy the immediacy of her pastel work.

Wine and Cheese Reception

Saturday, May 5 5:30-7:30pm

Please join us!

Upcoming Workshops

Floral Design- “The Art of the Victorian Posy”

 

Thursday, May 3 from 11am-1pm

Hamburg Township Library

Come learn a bit about the Victorian Era while working with gorgeous fresh blooms. Using flowers, ribbon, wire and floral tape, each participant will select blooms based on their meanings and create a dainty bouquet. These bouquets can later be dried. The knowledge you gain during the workshop can later apply towards flowers from your own garden or the market. (Please bring a small garden pruner and a pair of scissors.) Fee: Just $8/person.

Ladies Night Out- “Painted Wine Glasses”

Thursday, May 3 from 6-8pm

Art In Bloom Studio

Make plans to get out with your girlfriends as Brighton’s restaurants and shops stay open late for Ladies Night with great deals on shopping, dining, drinks and more.

The studio will be offering wine tasting and a chance to get creative by painting your own glass to take home. Purchase the glass and I’ll supply the paints and inspiration!

With any floral or plant purchase made at Art In Bloom you will asked to select a charity (Lacasa, Love, Inc., Reaching Higher or Brighton H.S. Technology Fund) and I will donate 25%.

Administrative Professionals Day~ April 25th

Let us deliver something special for you!

Prom Special

Order your prom corsage and boutonniere early for this special promotion!

Stop in and take a look at our “Prom Bar” where you can pre-select the band, ribbon, extra touches and flowers for your date and yourself.

Any corsage order paid for in advance will include a boutonniere for FREE.

Look for the Art In Bloom flower cart!

Extended weekend hours: Easter Sunday 11am-3pm

If you see my new flower cart out in front of the store, stop in and say hello. I am stocked with fresh cut flowers as well as, blooming plants.

Orchids for Easter

Whether you’re looking for a corsage, an understated but elegant design in a glass cube, or a centerpiece for Easter brunch, orchids make a beautiful statement.

Arriving this week…Cymbidium orchids in a variety of colors. Give us a call!