What we’re about
Artistic Artifacts (https://www.artisticartifacts.com) 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. Paid classes/workshops with talented instructors and special events are scheduled on a regular basis, and our shop is also home to the monthly meetings of Judy’s Altered Minds (JAMs), a free altered art group open to all who are interested. We’re an authorized BERNINA dealer and carry a full line of WonderFil Specialty Threads as well as a full range of fabrics and art supplies. Sign up for our weekly eNewsletter on our website 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- Open Studio: Reserve a 6 ft. Work Table at Artistic ArtifactsArtistic Artifacts, Alexandria, VA
Sometimes a change of scenery is all that’s needed to get creatively charged! “Rent” a 6-foot table for an uninterrupted, spread out session devoted to your favorite art form or latest project. Bring your sewing machine, paints, scrapbooking supplies — whatever you like — and get a project started, or finished... or just play! Feeding off the creative energy of sharing a space with other Creative Minds can lead to breakthroughs that enhance your project or inspire another. Learn more and register »
(As with our Open Stitch sessions, you furnish everything you need, and there is no instruction provided.)
- Demo & Hands-On Session: Beginning Beading with Amy CastineArtistic Artifacts, Alexandria, VA
Talented bead artist Amy Castine will share info on beading, with a mini trunk show of her beautiful beadwork, then you’ll get a hands-on intro to adding beads to fabric! Learn more about this event and pay for your registration via Artistic Artifacts’ secure online website: https://artisticartifacts.com/collections/wk/products/how-do-i-use-it — you can also just ‘drop in’ and pay at the register. Arrive early to shop our Creative Finds for Creative Minds!
Thursday evenings at Artistic Artifacts now bring you alternating free Open Stitch sessions and our new ‘How Do I Use It’ demos, where for a $10 fee you can learn new techniques and try out products. See our list of upcoming HDIUI topics on our website!
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Special Summer Hours! Through August 31, Artistic Artifacts is open every Sunday from 11:00 am - 4:00 pm and open until 8:00 pm on Thursdays. - What’s New from BERNINA University? (Two sessions, email your RSVP)Artistic Artifacts, Alexandria, VA
What’s NEW from BERNINA University 2025? Join us on Saturday, August 16, 2025 for our FREE celebration event!
Two sessions available — limited seats so reserve yours now! RSVP for your seat, including your name, email address and phone number:- I will attend the MORNING session — 11:00 am -12:30 pm
- I will attend the AFTERNOON session — 1:30 - 3:00 pm
This will be an amazing opportunity to learn from Artistic Artifacts staff and see, touch, feel and watch NEW BERNINA products in action! Plus we will be offering special pricing on the NEW Hoop Frame, B7 series PRO and the B3 series. BERNINA accessories will be available for preorder and in stock items at 25% discount!
Visit our website to learn more: https://artisticartifacts.com/collections/wk/products/new-from-2025-bernina-university
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Due to the size or other requirements of the class or concurrent scheduling, some classes are in our second-floor space: access is via stairs only. Registrations for all Artistic Artifacts classes MUST be paid for through our website at https://artisticartifacts.com/collections/wk, 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 » https://artisticartifacts.com/pages/class-policies - Kaffe Leafy Applique Blocks with Barbara RoweArtistic Artifacts, Alexandria, VA
The Kaffe Leafy Applique Quilt pattern is now available to the general public through OESD! Artistic Artifacts staffer Barbara Rowe will teach you how to create two floral applique blocks with an assortment of Kaffe Fassett — or your preferred choice — of fabric scraps! Sewing machine with embroidery capability required. Barbara will teach two different machine applique techniques as you create the Sunflower and Tulip designs. 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/kaffe-leafy-applique-blocks-with-barbara-rowe
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Due to the size or other requirements of the class or concurrent scheduling, some classes are in our second-floor space: access is via stairs only. Registrations for all Artistic Artifacts classes MUST be paid for through our website at https://artisticartifacts.com/collections/wk, 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 »
