Kulina Folk Art Creative Workshops

Textile Painting Workshops for All Skill Levels - Very Clean Guaranteed

Whether you're a seasoned artist or a novice, these workshops are designed to cater to everyone's skill level. No need to worry about your experience, as I provide step-by-step guidance to ensure that each participant leaves with a successful and stunning project. So let's bring out the artist in you at your own location.

Bouncing Ball on CottonBouncing Ball Designs on Cotton Workshop (No Mess Left Behind)

Ages: children 5+, teens and adults - up to 22 participants

60 min. workshop

Our magical project is perfect for young children! This enchanting workshop is all about drawing on cotton fabric and witnessing the magic come to life. With a blend of alcohol and vinegar, watch as the colors interact and create a mesmerizing watercolor effect. Participants will have the opportunity to experiment with permanent markers and recycled objects, allowing them to craft their own vibrant masterpiece. Once your creation is complete, allow it to dry undisturbed at the venue, for approximately 24 hours. Once dry, iron it on the cotton setting, on a scrap piece of cloth. This process should set most colors except the red. The fabric itself is made from 100% cotton and measures a generous 15” x 15”. With adult participation required with each child under the age of 10, this is a bonding experience like no other.


Please inform participants: This is not a drop-off class. Adult participation is required with each child under the age of 10. We will be using waterproof permanent markers so bring an old shirt to protect your clothing.

Venue Requirements


Pricing and Other Details

Audience size: 22 participants max - 60 min. program (plus 45 min. set-up & 30 min. clean-up)

Fee for the first 15 participants including all materials___$315 +mileage (see below)

Extra participants up to 22 will be charged $8 each for materials.

The same day and same location second program gets a discount.

** If you would like to register more than 22 participants, there is an additional $50 fee to have a second lead teacher on site. Two teachers can accommodate 40 students max.

Travel Fee: $0.65/mile - Mileage discounts are available for multiple workshops in the same area. The travel fee is capped at $125 for most programs.


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Travel Fee: Mileage discounts are available for multiple workshops in the same area. If we can book you on the same day with another venue, within 15 miles from your venue, we will split the fee between the two venues.


 

Gariné’s background

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All workshops are also listed with the Massachusetts Libraries Board of Library Commissioners (MBLC) at https://mblc.state.ma.us/directories/performers/programs.php  

©2017-25 Kulina Folk Art mykulina@yahoo.com / 413-436-7444 / Design Gariné Arakelian


Scrunch-Paint a Silk Scarf WorkshopScrunch-Paint a Silk Scarf (No Mess Left Behind)

Ages: teens and adults - up to 22 participants

60 min. workshop

Exclusive workshop on creating stunning “tie-dye style” silk scarves with no experience necessary! Perfect for beginners, this workshop will guide you through the magical world of colors and how to expertly blend them using our permanent, high chroma, highly transparent liquid fabric paint. During the workshop, we will provide step-by-step instructions for a creative process that will leave you with a wearable masterpiece. Your blank scarf is made from 100% silk, ensuring its luxurious quality, measuring 8 inches by 54 inches. Once your creation is complete, allow the scarf to dry undisturbed, at the venue, for approximately 24 hours. Each participant will leave with a beautiful silk scarf masterpiece which will need to be rinsed in cold water and ironed on cool setting to permanently set the vibrant colors. The participants will need approximately 2 feet working space.


Please inform participants: Bring an old shirt to protect your clothing.

Venue Requirements


Pricing and Other Details

Audience size: 22 participants max - 60 min. program (plus 45 min. set-up & 30 min. clean-up)

Fee for the first 15 participants including all materials____$330 +mileage (see below)

Extra participants up to 22 will be charged $9 each for materials.

The same day and same location second program gets a discount.

** If you would like to register more than 22 participants, there is an additional $50 fee to have a second lead teacher on site. Two teachers can accommodate 40 students max.

Travel Fee: $0.65/mile - Mileage discounts are available for multiple workshops in the same area. The travel fee is capped at $125 for most programs.


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NEW! Tulip Painting on Tote Bag  (very clean)Tulip Painting on Tote Bag, Kulina Folk Art

Ages: 10+, teens and adults - up to 22 participants

90 min. workshop

Let your creativity bloom as you customize this unique piece of wearable art with this vibrant tulip painting on a tote bag. Dive into the world of vibrant colors and unleash your inner artist with this beautiful project! Using premium acrylics, this hands-on workshop will guide you through step-by-step instructions to learn basic techniques, experiment with design elements and blend a range of colors to achieve the effects desired. Once complete you may carefully take it home and allow it to dry completely. Once dry, you will have a vibrant reusable tote bag, perfect for adding a pop of happiness to any outfit or as a thoughtful gift for a loved one.


Please inform participants: We will be using acrylic paints so bring an old shirt to protect your clothing.

Venue Requirements


Pricing and Other Details

Audience size: 22 participants max - 90 min. program (plus 45 min. set-up & 30 min. clean-up)

Fee for the first 15 participants including all materials____$350 +mileage (see below)

Extra participants up to 22 will be charged $9 each for materials.

The same day and same location second program gets a discount.

** If you would like to register more than 22 participants, there is an additional $50 fee to have a second lead teacher on site. Two teachers can accommodate 40 students max.

Travel Fee: $0.65/mile - Mileage discounts are available for multiple workshops in the same area. The travel fee is capped at $125 for most programs.


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NEW! Sunflower Painting on Tote BagSunflower Painting on Tote Bag, Kulina Folk Art (very clean)

Ages: 10+, teens and adults - up to 22 participants

90 min. workshop

Add a touch of sunshine to your everyday style with this colorful sunflower painting on a tote bag. With its happy colors, this project is perfect for any time of the year. Introduce yourself to the world of vibrant colors and unleash your creativity with this stunning project! During this hands-on workshop, through step-by-step instructions, you’ll create a sunflower painting on a canvas tote using premium acrylics. You’ll be learning basic techniques, experiment with design elements and blend a range of colors to achieve the perfect effect. Once complete you may carefully take it home and allow it to dry completely. Perfect for artists looking for a fun and fulfilling project that radiates happiness!


Please inform participants: We will be using acrylic paints so bring an old shirt to protect your clothing.

Venue Requirements

~ Please use my “inform participants” statement from above on all publicity materials to make parents aware of the use of paints. Feel free to use my description and pictures as well.

~ U-shaped seating arrangement preferred, with chairs on the outside and one table for me towards the opening. Each participant will need approximately 2.50 feet of table space to work on this project.

~ No children will be allowed in the room, only the registered participants.

~ I will bring everything else!


Pricing and Other Details

Audience size: 22 participants max - 90 min. program (plus 45 min. set-up & 30 min. clean-up)

Fee for the first 15 participants including all materials____$350 +mileage (see below)

Extra participants up to 22 will be charged $9 each for materials.

The same day and same location second program gets a discount.

** If you would like to register more than 22 participants, there is an additional $50 fee to have a second lead teacher on site. Two teachers can accommodate 40 students max.

Travel Fee: $0.65/mile - Mileage discounts are available for multiple workshops in the same area. The travel fee is capped at $125 for most programs.


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NEW! Historically Inspired Wearable ArtHistorically Inspired Wearable Art, Kulina Folk Art (very clean)

Ages: 10+, teens and adults - up to 22 participants

90 min. workshop

Create your own wearable artwork inspired by the collection at Historic Deerfield Museum. Participants will spend time closely examining a photograph of the museum piece, “petticoat detail, probably England, 1721”, focusing on details like colors, textures, composition and subject matter. During this hands-on workshop, through step-by-step instructions, participants will then create their own interpretations of the museum piece by painting the pattern on a tote bag using acrylics. We will also experiment with design elements and blend a range of colors to achieve the perfect effect. Once complete you may carefully take it home and allow it to dry completely. This is a fun program that blends the past with our present, modern esthetics.

 

Please inform participants: We will be using acrylic paints so bring an old shirt to protect your clothing.

Venue Requirements

~ Please use my “inform participants” statement from above on all publicity materials to make parents aware of the use of paints. Feel free to use my description and pictures as well.

~ U-shaped seating arrangement preferred, with chairs on the outside and one table for me towards the opening. Each participant will need approximately 2.50 feet of table space to work on this project.

~ No children will be allowed in the room, only the registered participants.

~ I will bring everything else!


Pricing and Other Details

Audience size: 22 participants max - 90 min. program (plus 45 min. set-up & 30 min. clean-up)

Fee for the first 15 participants including all materials____$350 +mileage (see below)

Extra participants up to 22 will be charged $9 each for materials.

The same day and same location second program gets a discount.

** If you would like to register more than 22 participants, there is an additional $50 fee to have a second lead teacher on site. Two teachers can accommodate 40 students max.

Travel Fee: $0.65/mile - Mileage discounts are available for multiple workshops in the same area. The travel fee is capped at $125 for most programs.


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Petticoat detail, probably England, 1721. Polychrome, two-ply worsted embroidery (crewel); white, twill-weave linen and cotton (fustian) ground. Historic Deerfield Museum