Helfrich Creations

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Discover how to turn thrifted fashion into custom wearable art in this beginner-friendly Leather Painting Class with artist Katie Widzowski.

Students will learn techniques for painting on leather, pleather, and vinyl while creating a hand-painted thrifted piece to take home. Katie will guide participants through surface preparation, painting methods, layering, and finishing techniques that can also be used for future DIY projects.

Even better, the instructor will provide a thrifted leather, pleather, or vinyl item for each student to paint during class.

Whether you love fashion, upcycling, or creative experimentation, this workshop offers a fun way to learn something new.

📅 Saturday, July 25, 2026
⏰ 11:00 AM
📍 Purple Paisley, Local Artisan Shop
715 Scott Street, Covington KY 41011
💲 Cost: $15

🎨 Thrifted item provided with class.

🔗 Registration: https://bit.ly/3Rr67AX

This class is presented with support from the Purple Paisley Arts Education Fund.

Behind every fundraiser item, experience, class pass, and artwork is someone who chose to support local creativity.

We’re grateful to the artists, businesses, and community partners helping make our July 18 fundraiser possible.

Thank you to contributors including:

Artists & Makers:
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Kori Deller, fiber artist; Lydia Morrisson, jewelryartist; Paul Cohn, Table to Art Silver Jewelry; Melissa Lamantia of [email protected]?id=100092610901365

Community Partners & Businesses:

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And additional contributors helping behind the scenes and through donations.

Your generosity supports local artists, creative opportunities, and community programming.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/3PQUAde

Two artists. Two perspectives. Countless ways art tells a story.

This week’s fundraiser spotlight features two very different approaches to capturing emotion, perspective, and creativity.

📷 Through Emily’s Lens — Photography by Rose
A framed photographic artwork showcasing Emily’s unique perspective through the camera lens.

✨ Estimated Value: $85
🖐 Minimum Bid: $30
⬆ Bid Increments: $5

🎨 Portrait Stories — Artwork by Audrea Montgomery
Two expressive portrait works exploring identity, emotion, and feminine energy.

✨ Estimated Value: $150–200
🖐 Minimum Bid: $60
⬆ Bid Increments: $10

Both pieces will be featured in our July 18 fundraiser silent auction supporting local artists, creative opportunities, and community programming.

Which style speaks to you more — photography or portrait art?

Learn more: https://bit.ly/4xiCnH1


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