Georgina Giraffe's Blog: Archive

5 Easy Ways to Build Family Creativity

Daily routines often keep families too busy to make time for creative pursuits, but one easy way to spark creativity is simply to look at ordinary things in a different way.The following activities are great for awakening the senses and inspiring new opportunities for sharing creative activities as a family. 1) Explore. Treat every excursion as an adventure, even a trip to the supermarket. Keep...

Jun 9th

Awesome Eggs!

Register for Class Now! In the Ukrainian tradition, every egg that is decorated brings more good into the world. Learn to make traditional Ukrainian eggs with intricate patterns using melted beeswax, a special stylus, and vibrant dyes. Two classes are coming up, for for adults, teens, and children ten and older, on Friday, 4/15 and Friday, 4/22 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Call 781-646-2200 to reserve...

Apr 8th

Got Cabin Fever?

Has the snow given you cabin fever? Send the kids over to the ARTBEAT Studio - now open and waiting with canvases to be painted, cats to be decoupaged, mosaics to be made, and more..Kids eight and older alone, or younger with an adult.

Dec 27th

Here's a story that Michelle from Watertown shared...

I came in to the store and received wonderful help from a friendly, warm, and attentive woman. I asked her for recommendations on what to buy for my very “active” 4 year old niece, who lives in New York. I wanted gifts that would nurture her intense curiosity and abundant energy. That day I bought a sand painting set and a multi-colored clay set. My niece was beyond excited with her...

Dec 22nd

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An ornament making we will go

Dec 4th

Getting ready for first lights

Setting up for FREE crafts from 1-5 today in Capitol square @artbeat! http://www.thecapitolsquare.com

Dec 4th

Season of Light

With Advent beginning now, Hannukah starting on Wednesday, and Christmas on its way, this is the perfect time for candle making. Come to ARTBEAT this week to roll a FREE beeswax candle and receive special discounts on your purchases of candle making supplies. See the coupon below for details. Beeswax candles help create an atmosphere of calm and set the mood for the holidays. Get the whole...

Nov 30th

“The best gifts are those you make yourself!”

– Georgina Giraffe

Nov 17th

Artbeat's Crafts and Gift Making workshops →

Has there ever been a better time for handmade gifts? Gift making can be something you do for your friends and/or with your friends. Even if you’re not “crafty”, you can make stunning, one-of-a-kind gifts in a very short amount of time, with our expert instruction, exceptional materials, and proven short-cuts.

Nov 17th

Giraffes say thanks →

Oct 15th

Feature in the Arlington Advocate →

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Aug 9th

A Family Picnic with Giraffes!

Artbeat Your Creativity Store Invites you to… A Family Picnic with Giraffes! African songs, drums, and stories about people who “stick their necks out” Sunday August 8, 2010 5:00 to 7:00 PM on the front lawn of Calvary United Methodist Church 300 Mass Ave, Arlington (inside church hall in case of rain)featuring Georgina Giraffe and her son Sandy Bring a picnic dinner (rain or shine) and...

Jul 26th

Georgina says: I am so excited! Two of my lost...

My good friends Zenmai and Ming-Ming were found at Spy Pond by Akari (age 4) and Anton (age 2), who dressed them up and brought them to our gallery. They look fabulous! I hope you’ll remember to keep your eyes peeled for more of my giraffe friends when you’re out and about in Arlington!

Jun 28th

Calling All June Bugs! Here are some great buggy...

http://artbeatonline.com/images/sand/bugs.jpg Here are some fun and easy art projects on a buggy theme - a favorite with most kids, especially during the summer. Stop by our Studio any time to make your project or for free instruction so you can make these at home: Make painted sand pictures of ladybugs, dragonflies, beetles, and spiders. Decorate door hangers and picture frames with Indonesian...

Jun 26th

CALLING ALL GIRAFFE LOVERS! 200 Giraffes Arrive in...

Two hundred giraffes have arrived in Arlington, and are on their way to an art adventure. According to Georgina, the 5’ art giraffe who lives at ARTBEAT Creativity Store and Studio in Capitol Square, the giraffes were invited to participate in a Giraffe Art Gallery this summer, but got lost while traveling through Arlington’s many green spaces. Georgina asks families everywhere to help find...

Jun 25th