What we’re about
Artistic Artifacts at 4750 Eisenhower Avenue in Alexandria, VA is the source for the latest “creative finds for creative minds” — no matter your medium, you'll find products, and techniques for your fiber and mixed media projects. Classes/workshops and special events with talented instructors are scheduled on a regular basis, and our shop is also home to the monthly meetings of Judy’s Altered Minds (JAMs), an altered art group open to all who are interested. We are an authorized BERNINA dealer and carry a full line of WonderFil Specialty Threads. Sign up for our weekly eNewsletter on our website (https://www.artisticartifacts.com) to find out about new products, special sales, inspiration and more. Follow us Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/ArtisticArtifacts/ and on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/artistic_artifacts/, and our YouTube channel houses all Facebook Live presentations that include demonstrations, techniques and inspiration as well as other video content such as store tours and peeks at our in-store classes and events.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Pre Beginner Quilting: Yellow Brick Road with Dudley Shugart (2 Sessions)Artistic Artifacts, Alexandria, VA
This class is composed of two sessions: Saturdays, May 4 AND May 11, 2024, 10:30 am - 1:30 pm both days.
Want to make a quilt, but afraid of a sewing machine? This is the class for you! Learn the very basic steps to sewing with a machine -- beginner cutting and sewing techniques emphasized too -- and have a simple, but beautiful, quilt as the result. Gain confidence in handling and using a sewing machine while learning Dudley's favorite “go to” pattern for quick quilt gifts. Learn more about this class, view your student supply list and pay for your registration via Artistic Artifacts' secure online website: https://artisticartifacts.com/collections/wk/products/pre-beginner-quilting-yellow-brick-road-quilt-with-dudley-shugart
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Registrations for all Artistic Artifacts classes MUST be paid for through our website or via a visit to our shop at 4750 Eisenhower Avenue. We encourage you to RSVP here, but to ensure your seat you MUST follow through via our website. View our complete class policies »
- Sew a ByAnnie Project Bag 2.0 with Katherine NicholsArtistic Artifacts, Alexandria, VA
The ByAnnie Project Bag 2.0 pattern includes a handy vinyl windowed bags to carry all your projects and supplies in four sizes. The bags have zippered openings and carrying handles. Kits are included in the class fee and contain the pattern, vinyl, zipper, and Soft-and-Stable needed for the medium size bag (10-1/2” x 12-1/2”) that will be created in class. Come see the sample bags at the store then sign up to join us! Learn more about this class, view your student supply list, and pay for your registration via Artistic Artifacts’ secure online website: https://artisticartifacts.com/products/byannie-project-bag-2-0-with-katherine-nichols
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Registrations for all Artistic Artifacts classes MUST be paid for through our website, or via a visit to our shop at 4750 Eisenhower Avenue. We encourage you to RSVP here, but to ensure your seat you MUST follow through via our website. View our complete class policies »
- JAMS Meeting: a creative mixed media group! (No April date due to our Summit)Artistic Artifacts, Alexandria, VA
Join us for Judy’s Altered Minds! Bring your fiber & mixed media show & tell; many members also enjoy making ATCs (artist trading cards) for exchange each month. The store opens at 1:00 pm for your shopping convenience (JAMs attendees receive a 10% discount on their purchases) and the meeting starts at 1:30 pm. New members are always welcome! A $3.00 contribution is requested at each meeting.
JAMs members are art quilters, collage artists, art journal keepers, surface design enthusiasts, paper crafters, art doll/assemblage artists and more! All levels of expertise are represented, and all are welcome. During JAMs meetings, attendees gather support and encouragement for their art through show & tell and enjoy the camaraderie of like-minded friends.
- Beginning Quilting with Dudley Shugart (4 Evening Sessions, Begins June 1)Artistic Artifacts, Alexandria, VA
Four Thursday evening sessions in June: Thursdays, June 6th, 13th, 20th and 27th (total four sessions, each from 5:30 to 8:30 pm).
Learn the entire process of making a quilt, from cutting out your fabric to binding. This class will use FreeSpirit Block Party: 40 Quilt Blocks, 5 Samplers, 20 Modern Designers (purchase required by each student) as a text. The first class will cover constructing blocks the teacher selects; the second class will be blocks each student chooses; the third class covers instruction on setting and sashing and the fourth and final class reviews quilting and binding.
Note: this is not an introduction to sewing or a beginning sewing class; basic sewing skills and knowledge of how to use your machine is a prequisite. Learn more, view your supply list and pay for your registration here:
https://artisticartifacts.com/collections/wk/products/beginning-quilting-with-dudley-shugart***
Registrations for all Artistic Artifacts classes MUST be paid for through our website at https://www.artisticartifacts.com/category/wk.html, or via a visit to our shop at 4750 Eisenhower Avenue. We encourage you to RSVP here, but to ensure your seat you MUST follow through via our website. View our complete class policies »
