Artist Demo
Gretchen Desautels is a multi-award winning crocheter and crochet designer. In her live demo, she’ll be teaching crocheting tips, tricks and techniques.
Whether you are new to crocheting or have been crocheting for a while, Gretchen can help you hone your skill and offer advice on how to crochet the perfect stitch.
So grab your hook, yarn and pattern and let Gretchen help you become the best crocheter you can be!
Please stop by A Pleasant Shoppe on Saturday, February 8th from 10am-12pm to see Gretchen!
This event is free and open to the public.
You're Invited! "Meet the Artists" Holiday Party
Join us for a magical night at our festive shoppe!
Celebrate alongside talented artists as they speak about their
creative process and techniques behind the artwork you love.
Enjoy delightful holiday libations and live music, making it a night to remember!
ART ‘ROUND TOWN... First Friday of Every Month!
The FIRST FRIDAY of every month, year round, downtown Portsmouth celebrates its inspired art community by offering a gallery walk between studios.
JOIN US December 6th from 5pm-8pm at A Pleasant Shoppe and enjoy refreshments and yummy treats with LIVE music while you peruse our talented community of artists.
Have some fun while doing your holiday shopping!
November Event
Live Artist Demo!
Leslie Beauregard
Join us for a live painting demo with local artist, book illustrator, and wearable art artist Leslie Beauregard!
Leslie will create an original, holiday themed, work of art.
No registration. Free to all!
Leslie is multi-talented! Her paintings of animal characters come to life in a playful and curious way.
Leslie is a huge fan of street art, which has been popping up in cities around the world. Colorful and whimsical, expressive and always unique...street art is her inspiration for creating wearable art for people of all ages.
Lastly, Leslie has illustrated three children books.
To learn more about her artwork, visit https://www.lesliebeauregardart.com/
You can also meet Leslie at the shoppe as she works random shifts.
