New Fall Schedule at Diggin" It

Diggin' It is located in the newly funkified old Greyhound Bus Station. You can find us 3 blocks off the square in Historic Downtown McKinney. We specialize in funky garden goods, far out flora and hip house stuff. What's the buzz? Tell me what's a-happening.. September 2011 In This Issue Fall Schedule of Events Quick Links Diggin' It Website Diggin' It Blog  Diggin' It Facebook Finally rain and cooler weather...come check out the new plants at Diggin' It. We have a new crop of petunias, sangria peppers, ferns.  Fall veg and herb are coming next week. We are offering new classes in astrology and yoga in addition to old favorites. Don't wait, class sizes are limited and fill up fast. Fall Schedule of Events WholyFit Monday, September 19th, 7:45am-8:35am - FREE! Following Mondays and Wednesdays, 7:45am-8:35am - $5 per session Your gentle alternative to yoga! All the health benefits of yoga, pilates, and tai chi in one biomechanically correct class to improve therapeutic benefits.  Bring your yoga mat and join us for a complimentary class at Diggin' It September 19th; if you decide to attend additional classes the fee is $5 per session. Mats will be available for use if you don't have your own. Questions? Call instructor Shawn Payne at 972-540-6861.   McKinney Chamber of Commerce Ribbon Cutting Tuesday, September 20th, 11:30am Not a Diggin' It class, but mark your calendars and join the neighborhood for the official opening of the new Chamber of Commerce! U.N. International Day of Peace Wednesday, September 21st Please join us in recognizing a day of international importance! Oktoberfest Mini Flea Market with Shawn Payne Saturday, September 24th, 2:00pm-5:00pm Join us at Diggin' It for a mini flea market to celebrate McKinney Oktoberfest! Shawn Payne of S.P.Designs, a local artist who makes handcrafted jewelry, will be having a trunk show at Diggin' It for the occasion. Her designs are an eclectic mix of hemp, silk, copper, and silver combined with natural gemstones. From fun and funky to organic and ornate, Shawn offers something for just about every taste. Each piece is unique. Shawn also does custom jewelry designs. Drop by during Oktoberfest - the party's not just downtown! Yoga With Anita Saturday, September 24th, 2:00pm-4:00pm Come try out a complimentary yoga session at Diggin' It with certified yoga instructor Anita McNeil on the 24th! Yoga sessions will also continue after this date based on the following schedule.  Mondays 9:00am-10:00am Wednesdays 6:30pm-7:30pm Thursdays 9:00am-10:00am  Class Fees: $30 per month for one class per week; $50 per month for 2 classes per week; $70 per month for 3 classes per week If you are interested, please call Anita (214-769-8890) or Tracey to reserve a spot for day and times that you feel will fit your schedule. Register early - limited spaces available! New Moon Astrology with Janet Landers: Libra Tuesday, September 27th, 6:30pm-9:30pm Class Fee: $25 For over twenty years, Janet has offered personal insights in astrological readings which stem from each person's unique astrological signature. This fall she will be offering classes at Diggin' It focusing on the archetype of the Moon, our emotions, and the caring and nurturing of ourselves and others. Creating from a personal perspective, each participant will gain insight into lunar cycles and how to use the thirteen new moons in a solar year to create with intention rather than default. Beginning September 27th with the new moon in Libra, we will focus on relationships in achieving personal balance. For personal insight in each session, forward birth date/time/place to Janet at janetllanders@yahoo.com a day prior to class. Register early - class size limited! Wrap Bracelets with Maureen Thursday, October 6th, 6:30pm-8:30pm Class Fee: $30 Join local artist Maureen and learn to make your own wrap bracelets! During this Diggin' It class you will be making your own custom bracelet from several types of seed beads, leather, and vintage button clasps. See the picture at right to check out these cute and funky creations. Can't wait for the class? Drop by Diggin' It to buy one of Maureen's bracelets beforehand to dig up some inspiration! Be careful, they're even cuter when worn.. You may not want to take them off! Register early - class size limited! Knittin' with Nita Thursday, October 13th; Thursday, November 10th Class Fee: $25 Gain advice in practicing this go-everywhere craft! Nita Thedford will discuss yarns, fiber content, design & techniques as well as instruct/advise as you create an infinity scarf. You will go home with a scarf on your needles along with the knowledge & enthusiasm to complete this lovely accessory & a desire to come back the next month ready to make another piece. All materials provided. All skill levels, including nil, welcome. It's almost the holiday season - wouldn't it be great to give a warm homemade gift this year? Join us! McKinney Paint n' Party! Thursday, October 20th, & Thursday, November 17th; 6:30pm Class Fee: $30 Take a night off with friends, add a little music and wine, and release your inner artist! All art materials provided as well as instructions to help you create an original painting that you will take home. Arrive at 6:30pm and share a beverage before we begin painting at 7:00. Limited number of spaces available, so register early! BYOB! New Moon Astrology with Janet Landers: Scorpio Wednesday, October 26th,  6:30pm-9:30pm Class Fee: $25 Janet's October new moon in Scorpio class is focused on personal magic! Join us as we continue our intentional journey as conscious co-creators. The energies of Scorpio highlight the deepest roots within us as we examine and take on our own power. For personal insight, forward birth date/time/place to Janet at janetllanders@yahoo.com a day prior to class. Register early - class size limited! Mosaics With Fredda Saturday, November 12th Returning teacher Fredda Perkins will be offering a new class in mosaics this November. Stay tuned for more information! Native American Amulets Friday, November 25th, 1:00pm-4:00pm Class Fee: $15 Sign your child up for this jewelry-making Diggin' It class with Plano artist Cindy Green for the Thanksgiving holiday! Cindy will be demonstrating jewelrymaking while students learn basic metalworking skills by working with copper, beads, and natural objects to make three charms for a leather Native American necklace. This class also satisfies two Girl Scouts requirements in order to earn the metalworking badge. Sign up soon - limited openings are available! New Moon Astrology with Janet Landers: Sagittarius Friday, November 25th,  6:30pm-9:30pm Class Fee: $25 Gratitude highlights our November lunar series, as the new moon comes just one day after Thanksgiving. With the energies in adventurous Sagittarius, our time together will activate the gypsy within! Using the fire sign energies, we will set the intenions for higher wisdom and education, as well as travel and risk taking. For personal insight, forward birth date/time/place to Janet at janetllanders@yahoo.com a day prior to class. Register early - class size limited! Got a great idea for a future class? Please email Tracey Collins at tcollinstx@gmail.com. - Words from the Universe - You are a child of the universe, no less than the trees and the stars; you have a right to be here.   - Max Ehrmann For the latest news check out TheDigginitShop.com, the Diggin' It Blog or follow Diggin' It onFacebook. Diggin' It  Tracey Collins 507b North Tennessee Street McKinney, Texas 75069 469-952-3446

Diggin' It Digs it's 1st Year Celebration

A great day was had by all...

Kathryn Waite our painting teacher... Sandi Dinehart of Funky Junky shares her art...Lady Butterbug demos her paint....

Gaily Cowert musician extraordinare...

.Mimosa's under the mimosa's...

Cindy Green does henna tats...

A pillow for your thoughts...

myla painted faces...

Carolyn Hewit's labyrinth...

Marc's getting a henna tatt...

It's My Birthday...One Blissful Year at Diggin' It

OK, all you Diggin' It groupies...it's been one blissful year and we are going to celebrate!!! How about starting the morning with mimosas under the mimosas!!! The celebration starts Saturday, July 30th...Check out the birthday/day itinerary on my new website www.thedigginitshop.com

Welcome!

www.thedigginitshop.com

‎... To TheDigginItShop.com, the online home of Diggin' It, where you can catch up on the latest DI buzz, events, news and merch.

Everythings Coming Up Daisies at The Diggin' It Paint-n-Party

Thanks to all who participated and thank you to Kathyrn Waite our very patient teacher!!!  

The finished masterpieces

What's the buzz...in July at Diggin' It

What's the buzz? Tell me what's a-happening.. July 2011

In This Issue What's New at Diggin' It Upcoming Events & Classes Quick Links Diggin' It Blog    Diggin' It Facebook

Brody wearing new dog digs from Diggin' It! See below for more! Hello all cooking, gardening, and crafting friends,    It's now July and hotter than ever! Welcome to the dog days of summer at Diggin' It! See a commemorative coupon at the bottom of this email.    It's almost time for Diggin' It's one-year anniversary. You know what that means - time to PARTY! Details of the birthday bash and all related festivities can be found below. Be ready! Out under the porch at Diggin' It.. The resulting masterpieces from Paint n' Party on June 23! Also, be sure to check out our classes set up for the remainder of the season - those so far have been a blast for kids and adults alike. Just see below for both a fun recap and a schedule of events still to come!    What's New at Diggin' It & In the Diggin' It Community New dog jewelry at Diggin' It for every dog! Big or little, girl or boy, naughty or nice.. You name the dog, we'll dress it for ya. We have everything!  Dog Days of Summer = Dog Jewelry!  New at Diggin' It this summer are the perfect presents for your prized pooch - dog jewelry! Featuring Swarovski crystals and designs to suit any kind of dog, and with the low pricetag of only five bucks, can you say no to your dog's begging eyes? We didn't think so.    Paint n' Party a Creative Success! I can PAINT! Everyone enjoyed their evening at the last paint party and were able to take home a beautiful self-painted work of art. Maybe you can't hang it on mom's fridge anymore, but you can still brag! Come out next time for a relaxed evening of fun and you just may find out that you really can do anything given the opportunity.     HowtoLoveYourHome.com On Kid's Home Eckie! What the Heckie, It's Kid's Home Eckie! Learning to sew. Diggin' It is proud to present Christine Lindsay's new blog ,How to Love Your Home, featuring her tips and stories from her experience as a seamstress and designer on how to really love everything about your personal space. Our favorite post so far? A story, photos included, on Christine's What the Heckie, It's Kid's Home Eckie summer camp class at Diggin' It from June 18th-23rd! As Christine posted, "It wasn't just how the salad or pizza tasted, it wasn't how the aprons looked, or how the paint came onto the bookshelves - it was about the journ ey.. Children need to have hands-on experiences... without the pressure of adults expecting flawlessness. Mistakes are stepping stones to find what we like. We can't grow without opportunity to discover & explore." Thanks for a wonderful growing opportunity, Christine! We hope to have you back soon - but until then, we'll keep checking your blog for more insights like these! Upcoming Events & Classes    Diggin' Sculpture - for Kids!! Sessions Daily July 11th - July 15th, 9:30am-12:00pm Class Fee: $140 Did your child miss out on the fun of Kid's Home Eckie or Diggin' Paint? Not to worry! Another series of kid's art classes taught by Kathryn Waite is coming up, this time introducing students to the fundamentals of art in three dimensions! Students will use papier mache as their main sculpting medium as they work on projects to develop their understanding of three-dimensional visualization. Using armatures, wire, paper, and other recyclable materials, students will be able to translate their ideas and drawings into 3-D works of art. Those who are interested can begin to collect found objects NOW to recycle into art during this class! Kids ages 6 and up. McKinney Paint n' Party Thursday, July 21st, 6:30pm Class Fee: $30  Terry getting her paint on at the last Diggin' It Paint n' Party, June 23rd. Come out and join us next time! We are turning on the old gas station lights again to illuminate your painting technique.. Or to help you locate your wineglass, whatever works for you! Take a night off with friends, add a little music and wine, and release your inner artist! This is for fun and to help you explore something you may have always wanted to try, but have never had the chance. All art materials will be provided as well as step by step instructions to help you create an original painting that you will take home with you at the end of the evening. Wear something comfortable that you don't mind getting paint on. BYOB! We will have a cooler and glasses available. You can arrive at 6:30 and share a beverage with friends before we begin painting at 7:00. Limited number of spaces available, so register early! Diggin' It's One-Year Anniversary Bash! Saturday, July 30th, 10:00am-5:00pm Get ready for the party of the year - we've got all kinds of featured fun lined up! "Salvage Chic" Trunk Show. Sandi Dinehart's assemblage art & jewelry in the spirit of the found artist! Free face painting! By Myla from MaB murals. 10:00am-2:00pm Pupcakes! Here at Diggin' It we don't discriminate based on species. Henna tattoos. Our trademark party favor! Local artist Cindy Green will be doing these traditional (nonpermanent) tattoos from the Far East, free of charge. Chalk paints. A deminar by Karla Ritchey on the use of Annie Sloan chalk paints. 10:00am-1:00pm Cupcakes AND pupcakes! Stephanie from The Canine Cookie Company will be providing delicious treats for humans and canines alike. Labyrinth walk. Get lost in zen while strolling the new labyrinth at the Yellow House at Diggin' It (courtesy of Carolyn Hewitt - thanks so much!) Teresa Smith & other artists present demos on the creative process. Watch local artists at work on their fabulous creations. Live music tentatively included. Plan on joining us for all of the festivities!        Got a great idea for a future class? Please email Tracey Collins at tcollinstx@gmail.com.

- Words from the Universe - Change helps us become more.    Check out the Diggin' It Blog to catch up on the latest news or follow Diggin' It on Facebook. Diggin' It  Tracey Collins 507b North Tennessee Street McKinney, Texas 75069 469-952-3446

What's the buzz...in July at Diggin' It

Diggin' Sculpture - for Kids!! Sessions Daily July 11th - July 15th, 9:30am-12:00pm Class Fee: $140 Did your child miss out on the fun of Kid's Home Eckie or Diggin' Paint? Not to worry! Another series of kid's art classes taught by Kathryn Waite is coming up, this time introducing students to the fundamentals of art in three dimensions! Students will use papier mache as their main sculpting medium as they work on projects to develop their understanding of three-dimensional visualization. Using armatures, wire, paper, and other recyclable materials, students will be able to translate their ideas and drawings into 3-D works of art. Those who are interested can begin to collect found objects NOW to recycle into art during this class! Kids ages 6 and up.

Paint and Party Under the Overhang at Diggin' It

This was sooooo much fun!!! Thank you Kathyrn Waite for great instruction!!! The next Paint n Party will be July 21...Call to sign up.  

Paint n' Party at Diggin' It: June 2011

Taste Some Tejas and Learn to Salsa...make it that is!!!

Roasted Salsa & Guacamole
Saturday June 25th, 12:00pm-1:00pm
Class Fee: $10
Looking for a few new recipes to jazz things up a bit? If so, this could be a class for you! Wesley Mendoza will show you how to make several different salsas and a guacamole that will make you salsa for real! Samples and recipes included. Pre-registration required. 469-952-3446

Book Signing Cancelled

CANCELED - Susannah Charleson Book Signing

Saturday June 18th

Please note that the Susannah Charleson book signing for the canine search and rescue novel Scent of the Missing has been canceled. Unfortunately for us - but luckily for Ms. Charleson! -  the author is needed in Los Angeles for filming of her story.

Paint and Party Under the Overhang at Diggin' It

We are turning on the old gas station lights to illuminate your painting technique...or to help you locate your wineglass...whatever works for you!!!
Here's the buzz..

McKinney Paint & Party!
Thursday June 23, 6:30pm
Class Fee: $30
Take a night off with friends, add a little music and wine, and release your inner artist! All art materials provided as well as instructions to help you create an original painting that you will take home. Arrive at 6:30 and share a beverage before we begin painting at 7:00. Limited number of spaces available, so register early! 469-952-3446 BYOB

Here's what's happening and not happening...

CANCELED - Susannah Charleson Book Signing

Saturday June 18th

Please note that the Susannah Charleson book signing for the canine search and rescue novel Scent of the Missing has been canceled. Unfortunately for us - but luckily for Ms. Charleson! -  the author is needed in Los Angeles for filming of her story.

What the Heckie, It's Kid's Home Eckie!

Sessions Daily June 20th - June 24th, 10:00am-12:00pm

Class Fee: $100*

In this weeklong series of 5 daily classes, returning Diggin' It guru Christine Lindsay will be teaching kids the skills of home economics! Kids will learn the fundamentals of nutrition, cooking, and sewing and will even have the opportunity to make their own clothing: an apron for girls, or a toolbelt for boys. Let your child learn the skills of life while their imaginations run wild this summer!

* Inquire at Diggin' It for financial aid; sponsorship available. 

Herbs for Longevity...who doesn't need this info????

Don't miss this one!!

Herbs for Longevity
Saturday June 4, 10:00am
Live long and strong! Everyone wants to stay young, and as we age we begin to look harder for something that might delay the process. Join Collin County Master Gardener and Unit Chairman of the local Herb Society, Beth DiGioia, to learn about ten herbs that offer anti-aging benefits!

Call to reserve a space.  469-952-3446

It's free and informative.

What's the buzz...in May, June and July....

In This Issue May/June/July Calendar of Events & Classes What's New at Diggin' It Quick Links Diggin' It Blog    Diggin' It Facebook

Hello all cooking, gardening, and crafting friends,    Can you believe it's already the end of April?! As the saying goes, it's time for those post-shower May flowers, and hopefully some warm and sunny days - perfect to enjoy the whole new slough of fun class offerings for the upcoming weeks! Be sure to check out the following NEW schedule and make your class reservations ASAP. Sewing, painting, and KID'S classes are now at Diggin' It. Don't miss out! May/June/July Calendar of Events & Classes Frozen Fruit and Herb Desserts Saturday May 7th, 11:00am-12:30pm Class Fee: $15/1 person or $25/2 A Mother's Day treat! Blend and sample frozen treats made with fresh herbs from Diggin' It and fresh fruits. A Mother's Day outing for the special person in your life because desserts are best whenever made  - and shared! - with someone we love. Come out for great food, and great company. As an added bonus, class participants will be entered to win Mother/Daughter aprons! Taught by Christine Lindsay. Paint a Pot to Plant Saturday May 14th, 11:00am-12:30pm Class Fee: $25 Come over to the garden patch at Diggin' It and learn to paint terra cotta pots to gussie up your garden and add some color to your life! This is a free-style class taught by Teresa Smith that will help you unleash your creativity. Join in the fun and take your work of art home with you! All levels of skill are welcome, although adults only please. All materials will be provided, along with refreshments of iced tea & cupcakes. Yum! English Trough Pots Saturday May 21st, 10:00am-12:00pm Class Fee: $40 In this class Fredda Perkins will teach you to mix and form the materials needed to create your own trough. You will then take the trough home to cure and harden with instructions. This is a fun and creative process but also messy, so dress accordingly. All materials are provided. McKinney Paint & Party! Thursday May 26th, 6:30pm Class Fee: $30 Take a night off with friends, add a little music and wine, and release your inner artist! This is for fun and to help you explore something you may have always wanted to try, but have never had the chance! All art materials will be provided as well as step by step instructions to help you create an original painting that you will take home with you at the end of the evening. Wear something comfortable that you don't mind getting paint on. BYOB! We will have a cooler and glasses available. You can arrive at 6:30 and share a beverage with friends before we begin painting at 7:00. Limited number of spaces available, so register early! Get to know that inner artist within that may have been hibernating since the days of kindergarten and crayons. Grilling for One Again Saturday May 28th, 11:00am-12:30pm Class Fee: $15 Reintroduce yourself to skill on the grill. We will be grilling homestyle pizza, open-faced sandwiches and fruit kabobs using herbs from Diggin' It, veggies, different cheeses and fruit. Learn to make a great sampling of fun summer food for yourself or a party! Herbs for Longevity Saturday June 4, 10:00am Live long and strong! Everyone wants to stay young, and as we age we begin to look harder for something that might delay the process. Join Collin County Master Gardener and Unit Chairman of the local Herb Society, Beth DiGioia, to learn about ten herbs that offer anti-aging benefits! Beth DiGioia became a Collin County Master Gardener in 2002. She enjoyed learning so much that she went back and got her degree in Horticulture, specializing in landscape design. Beth lives and gardens in Fairview with her husband and border collie. Nordstrom's Tricky Hem Saturday June 11, 10:00am-11:00am Class Fee: $5 Learn to hem jeans or machine stitched slacks the professional way. Measure your desired pant lengths at home, bring them to the Diggin' It class and discover the technique that will keep you from wearing pants that are too long. No more wet, dirty and down-trodden pant legs for you! Christine Lindsay will teach you to hem them by hand but this method can translate to the sewing machine if you know how to use one. Work those jeans!  Diggin' Painting Sessions Daily June 13th - June 17th, 9:30am-12:00pm  Class Fee: $140 It's time for summer camp - summer ART camp! This series of 5 daily classes taught by Kathryn Waite for ages 6 and up will introduce students to all of the fundamentals of the world of painting - stretching a canvas, mixing colors, applying paint, etc. We will explore various techniques in both watercolor and acrylic mediums. Students will be able to paint from any photo references they bring along or from their own imagination. A great way to spend a summer week!    Susannah Charleson Book Signing Saturday June 18th, 2:00pm-4:00pm Come out to meet an important and personal voice in the search and rescue field! Susannah Charleson will be holding a signing at Diggin' It for her first book, Scent of the Missing: Love and Partnership with a Search and Rescue Dog. A McKinney local, Charleson is a flight instructor and canine search-and-rescue team member as well as a writer since her first publication in 1981. Scent of the Missing, published in 2010, chronicles the story of Charleson and her canine search partner, a Golden Retriever rightfully named Puzzle. The book reveals the ins and outs of their relationship together as Charleson raises Puzzle and the two work together in the search field. The book was critically well-received and has appeared on the New York Times, Dallas Morning News, and Amazon Bestseller lists. For more information on Charleson and Puzzle, you can visit Charleson's website, source for this info and picture of Charleson and Puzzle. What the Heckie, It's Kid's Home Eckie! Sessions Daily June 20th - June 24th, 10:00am-12:00pm Class Fee: $100* In this weeklong series of 5 daily classes, returning Diggin' It guru Christine Lindsay will be teaching kids the skills of home economics! Kids will learn the fundamentals of nutrition, cooking, and sewing and will even have the opportunity to make their own clothing: an apron for girls, or a toolbelt for boys. Let your child learn the skills of life while their imaginations run wild this summer! * Inquire at Diggin' It for financial aid; sponsorship available.  Roasted Salsa & Guacamole Saturday June 25th, 12:00pm-1:00pm Class Fee: $10  Looking for a few new recipes to jazz things up a bit? If so, this could be a class for you! Wesley Mendoza will show you how to make several different salsas and a guacamole that will make you salsa for real! Samples and recipes included.  Diggin' Sculpture Sessions Daily July 11th - July 15th, 9:30am-12:00pm Class Fee: $140 Another series of art classes taught by Kathryn Waite, this time introducing students to the fundamentals of art in three dimensions! Students will use papier mache as their main sculpting medium as they work on projects to develop their understanding of three-dimensional visualization. Using armatures, wire, paper, and other recyclable materials, students will be able to translate their ideas and drawings into 3-D works of art. Those who are interested can begin to collect found objects NOW to recycle into art during this class! Ages 6 and up.        Got a great idea for a future class? Please email Tracey Collins at tcollinstx@gmail.com.  What's New at Diggin' It Spread the Love... Will Work for Banjo Shoutout to customers who've dropped by in the past few weeks wearing their Diggin' It gear and merchandise! (.. and who may or have not worked for me in exhange for a musical instrument...) Thanks so much for the support!    Josh in a hemp hat, Hyatt with a rice bag backpack - post Banjo-work.

Thoughts become things - choose the good ones. ~ The Universe    Check out the Diggin' It Blog to catch up on the latest news or follow Diggin' It on Facebook. Diggin' It  Tracey Collins 507b North Tennessee Street McKinney, Texas 75069

Learn the art of Mosaic with Fredda Perkins...

Broken Tile Mosaic Birdbaths
Saturday April 30th, 12:30pm-5:00pm
Class Fee: $85
In this class Fredda Perkins will guide you in lining the bowl of a small birdbath with broken china, giving a mosaic. In the process you will learn to use tile nippers, learn about the different glues and mastics used to adhere the pieces and how to grout your birdbath. All materials are provided. Wear old clothes; it can get a little messy.