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Counting Sheep Antiques is a multi-dealer antique shop located in the barn of our 1867 farmhouse in the "quaint little hamlet" at 79 Central Street in Berlin, Massachusetts.

Counting Sheep Antiques opened it's doors in May of 1999 after owner Sally (Melanson) Barker and her family moved into a 1867 farmhouse. The shop's location couldn't be any more fitting. It is on Rt. 62 in the pictureque town of Berlin, Massachusetts where the beauty of the country lifestyle is still apparent in the farms and apple orchards that surround it.

The shop is located in a building on the property which is said to have been previously used as both a cobbler's shop and at one time, a chicken coop. The offerings include antiques, collectibles, home decor, hand crafted items and custom florals. You will find many one of a kind necessities to decorate your home and garden.

Sally's interest in antiques began after enrolling in decorative painting classes. She then began a search for aged surfaces to paint on. Sally set up at local craft fairs selling her painted items and primitive cloth dolls. As time went on, she developed a love of the primitive & shabby chic styles.

As a self taught collage and doll artist, Sally currently handcrafts whimsical mixed media collages and cloth dolls using her own designs. Materials such as acrylic and water color paints, stamps, vintage wallcoverings, decoupage, beeswax, scrap book papers, magazine cutouts and various bits and peices of the past are used to give the artworks added dimension. Designs most often include an inspirational word or saying and are perfect for that one of a kind gift.

Annie Sloan Chalk Paint April and May Workshop Dates

Monday, March 19, 2012

We are pleased to announce April and May dates for our “Annie Sloan Chalk Paint Workshops” being held here at Counting Sheep Antiques.
Tuesday, April 10th 10am-2pm (Introductory workshop) $125.00

Sunday, April 29th 11am-5pm (“Rehab to Fab” Furniture Workshop) $200.00

Tuesday, May 1st 10am-2pm (Advanced workshop) $150.00

Tuesday, May 8th 10am-2pm (Introductory workshop) $125.00

Introduction workshop cost includes all material and supply.During this 4hr introduction workshop, you will learn three painting techniques using Annie Sloan Chalk Paints and Waxes. Using sample boards and moldings, you will create a two color wax relief, a two color distress over a textural design and a one color crackle. We also work with both clear and dark waxes.

Advanced workshop cost includes all material and supply. It is recommended, but not required that you attend the introductory workshop prior to this more advanced workshop. We will get creative with these 3 additional techniques using Annie Sloan Chalk Paints and Waxes. 1. Using a sample board, we will each choose one color of paint and add a decoupaged graphic design (supplied) and finish the piece with Annie’s new 2 step Craqueleur medium. 2. Learn to apply gold leaf and gilding waxes over Annie Sloan Chalk Paint onto a decorative molding piece to add interest to your projects. 3. On a sample board, we will play with paint texturing techniques using everyday items from in and around your home.

“Rehab to Fab” furniture workshop cost includes two 4oz. sample paint pots of your choice (pre-ordered) and 1 can of either clear or dark wax. You will be asked to either bring a small piece of furniture or a home accessory item (something that you can easily carry in) maybe a stool, chair, side table, frame, etc. or you may purchase a small piece from our REHAB booth here in the barn (call Sally at 978-415-0049 for additional detail regarding your selected piece). Bring your own brushes and supplies.

Class size is limited therefore, payment in full is required to secure your space. Checks may be mailed to Counting Sheep Antiques at 79 Central St., Berlin, MA. 01503 or phone us at (978) 415-0049 and we can process your credit card payment.

Joining me in conducting these wonderful workshops will be Anne Hunter and Maureen Bane. Both of these women have extensive painting experience. Anne is the owner of “The Creative Touch” she is a renowned decorative artist and teacher of over 20yrs. Maureen is the owner of “Signature Finishes” a faux finishing business and is in the business of re-purposing and re-selling painted furniture. Maureen has been trained by Annie Sloan herself…

Come join us for these FUN and INFORMATIVE workshops!! You will be opened up to endless possibilities of repurposing items in and around your home either for your own decor or for resale.

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