Sunday, July 31, 2016

The Results!

Please enjoy the gallery of glass that your fellow AWS Members created.  Our special thanks to Melissa Tai for being informative, helpful, and most of all, patient as we enjoyed an evening of glass painting.  Please click on the Links tab and scroll down to find the link to Melissa's site.  You will enoy it!

Below are the "Masterpieces" that we created!  The instructions for curing the glasses are below the photographs.  Please read them!

















To My Fellow Artists:

Q: How do I cure painted glass or ceramics when using FolkArt Multi-Surface Satin Acrylic Paint?
A:
There are two types of curing methods that can be used with FolkArt Multi-Surface Satin Acrylic Paint, baking and air drying.
Bake Method: Allow painted item to dry for 1 hour to be sure all layers of paint have dried. Place project in a cool oven. Set oven temperature to 350º F. Once temperature has reached 350ºF, start timing for 30 minutes. After 30 minutes, turn the oven off. Glass must heat gradually with the oven to avoid breakage. Do not place glass in a hot oven. Let glass cool completely in oven. Do not use for 72 hours.

Air Dry Method: Air dry project for 21 days before use.








Sunday, July 24, 2016

Save the Date!



No, not that kind of sherry, this kind. . .



Saturday, October 8, 2016



Comfort Inn & Suites
180 Gamma Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15238


Tom George of Frontier Wine Imports will present a tasting of sherry geared towards persons who have a fundamental knowledge of wine but no knowledge of sherry (sounds like me!).

The presentation starts with the definition of sherry, tracing sherry’s history starting with the Phoenicians who developed sherry, the geographic area in southwestern Spain where sherry is produced, the viticulture, the varietals, and the sherry bodegas.  Then we trace the sherry production method, where we discover the various styles of sherry, discussing the distinctions of each style.  Finally, we taste all 11 styles of sherry from one producer.

We DO NOT have a specific time yet, but we are assuming early in the evening as a starting time.  This is a FREE tasting, so it may be a good time to invite some friends. 

Details will follow soon, so check the blog spot often!



Tuesday, July 19, 2016

THREE DAYS LEFT TO REGISTER

Please register early so that our artist can prepare.

Only three days left to reply.










Join us for a Paint Your Own Wine Glass party at the

Evergreen Community Center, 3430 Evergreen Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15237 
Thursday, July 28, 2016!

PLEASE REMEMBER TO BRING YOUR WINE GLASSES.

The cost for members is $15 and the cost for guests is $20.
(Additional glasses at $2 each)

Please reply before July 22, 2016 to:



Or you may reply to 412-657-0777.

Mail your check, payable to AWS to:

Dr. Dennis Trumble
1302 Arch St
Pittsburgh PA  15212

Don’t forget to visit the website for directions, useful tips, and recipes.


Friday, July 15, 2016

Inspiration!

Glass painting is HOT! Not only is it fun, it’s easy for beginners. Glassware is available in craft stores and discount stores in a wide variety of shapes and sizes. ( GLASSES )

Our artist, Melissa Tai, will provide preparation tips, painting ideas, as well as important curing and care instructions.  

You’ll love how painted wine glasses take away the need for wine charms. They make good favors or could be a DIY craft for your own stemware collection.  Here are some illustrations to inspire you!









Join us for a Paint Your Own Wine Glass party at the

Evergreen Community Center, 3430 Evergreen Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15237 
Thursday, July 28, 2016!

PLEASE REMEMBER TO BRING YOUR WINE GLASSES.

The cost for members is $15 and the cost for guests is $20.
(Additional glasses at $2 each)

Please reply before July 22, 2016 to:

Or you may reply to 412-657-0777.

Mail your check, payable to AWS to:

Dr. Dennis Trumble
1302 Arch St
Pittsburgh PA  15212

Don’t forget to visit the website for directions, useful tips, and recipes.


Tuesday, July 12, 2016

Uncork Your Creativity!



Uncork your creativity and raise a glass at the same time!

Join us for a Paint Your Own Wine Glass party at the

Evergreen Community Center, 3430 Evergreen Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15237 
Thursday, July 28, 2016!

Melissa Tai of inspired by u (melissatai.com) will lead us in painting two wine glasses, with an option to paint more.  This will be a “bring your own glasses”, and “bring your own wine”, format. Bring your favorite wine to share, and enjoy a relaxing night being creative!

Painted and personalized wine glasses make the perfect gift or new addition to your stemware collection. Customize your glass with favorite designs and colors and never lose it at a party again!

Guests are VERY welcome!  We want this to be a fun evening of socializing and painting, so invite your friends.  Seating is limited to 35 people, so respond early!



PLEASE REMEMBER TO BRING YOUR WINE GLASSES.

The cost for members is $15 and the cost for guests is $20.
(Additional glasses at $2 each)

Please reply before July 22, 2016 to:


Or you may reply to 412-657-0777.

Mail your check, payable to AWS to:

Dr. Dennis Trumble
1302 Arch St
Pittsburgh PA  15212

Don’t forget to visit the website for directions, useful tips, and recipes.

Tuesday, July 5, 2016



Uncork your creativity and raise a glass at the same time!

Join us for a Paint Your Own Wine Glass party at the

Evergreen Community Center, 3430 Evergreen Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15237
Thursday, July 28, 2016!

Wine Glass Painting can be a fun and interesting art to develop. Once you learn the skill and have mastered it, you’ll be wine glass painting all year round – maybe even doing it as a business! Painted and personalized wine glasses make the perfect gift or new addition to your stemware collection. Customize your glass with favorite designs and colors and never lose it at a party again!

Our artist will be on hand to offer helpful painting tips, stencils and ideas!


Details and cost will follow soon.  Save the date!


Uncork your creativity and raise a glass at the same time!

Join us for a Paint Your Own Wine Glass party at the

Evergreen Community Center, 3430 Evergreen Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15237
Thursday, July 28, 2016!

Wine Glass Painting can be a fun and interesting art to develop. Once you learn the skill and have mastered it, you’ll be wine glass painting all year round – maybe even doing it as a business! Painted and personalized wine glasses make the perfect gift or new addition to your stemware collection. Customize your glass with favorite designs and colors and never lose it at a party again!

Our artist will be on hand to offer helpful painting tips, stencils and ideas!


Details and cost will follow soon.  Save the date!