Original Works Art Project/Fundraiser This Week!

Hi Families of Room 20,

I just wanted to give everyone a heads up about the Original Works fundraiser happening this week. Don't worry -- you do not have to sell anything this week. :) You may remember this particular fundraiser from last year. The students create art work in class (Mrs. Hill will lead with a particular art project that coincides with her lesson plans) that will be turned into items for purchase such as aprons, coffee mugs, etc. They make fantastic holiday gifts so be thinking about everyone on your list!

Take a moment to look at the Original Works website for a look at all the different products for sale using your child's artwork!

Your Room Reps, Cassandra, Patty and I, will be helping Mrs. Hill with the in-class art project on Thursday.

** If your child would like to make more than one piece of artwork (outside of the class artwork), please know that he or she is more than welcome to do so; however, the following guidelines must be followed:

1. Cardstock (size 8 1/2" x 11") must be used. Copy paper will not be accepted.
2. Please leave the outer 1/2" margin of the paper white -- anything within 1/2" of the edge of the paper will not be included.
   
3. Please DO NOT use glitter, metallic paint, paper, stickers, or pens, 3-D objects (wiggly eyes, pipe cleaners, cotton balls, etc.), fluorescent colors, abrasive materials (such as sandpaper, sand, hardened glue, etc.) or hole punches.
4. Please DO NOT submit trademarked subjects, logos, etc.
5. Please DO NOT submit studio photos as they are copyrighted and may not be reproduced. Personal photographs may be used provided they conform to the paper size.
6. Please use bright, bold, colors. You may utilize paints, markers, crayons, oil pastels (please apply a fixative if using oil pastels so that the artwork does not smear) and paper collages (make sure all pieces are firmly glued in place).
7. Names must be signed at least 1/2" away from the edge of the paper.
8. Please indicate the TOP of the artwork by marking a "T" on the back. This will ensure that the artwork is properly oriented when reproduced.
9. Artwork done outside of class MUST be turned in to Mrs. Hill by Friday, October 16th.

By purchasing items featuring your child's artwork, you're helping raise much needed funds for Stevenson Elementary. Thank you!