August Happenings

August 2015

Classes

We had an amazingly fun day Saturday.  We got to visit with lots of people we haven't seen in a while.  The Make 'n Take was a huge success.  Here's a "phone" photo of it.

  

We used a variety of dies and a stamp from My Favorite Things. The background colors are Distress Inks.

SUMMER SWAP: We also began giving out templates for our Summer "Fishy" swap.  If you would like to participate, come by for a set of templates.

AUGUST CLASS SCHEDULE:

Cards That R Gifts

Thursday, August 6

10:30 am OR 6 pm

$30

  

Lisa gets really creative with these two layered cards.  Paper by BoBunny's Juliet collection.  You'll love the creative folds and pockets.  Printed instructions provided so you can make more!

Halloweenie Cards

Tuesday, August 11

10:30 am OR 6 pm

$27

Graphic 45's new Rare Oddities collection makes these Halloween cards spooktacular.    Pockets and doors will delight your friends.  

Dina Wakley Workshops

August 14-16

Dina Wakley never fails to delight her students with her never ending creativity and encouragement.  Check out the selection on this post:  Dina Wakley Returns.  Then call or email me to reserve your seat.  You will be so glad you did!

Hanging Bird Banner

Tuesday, Aug 18

10:30 am OR 6 pm

$25

Cutest little banner ever!  Dina Wakley scribbly bird stamp, Prima leaves, Tim Holtz tape measure and die cut.  You can't go wrong with this project!

Floral Variety Cards

Thursday, August 27

10:30 am OR 6 pm

$27

Really nice selection of cards using new Basic Grey papers called Tea Garden.  Nice collection!

DEMO DAY

Saturday, August 29

Come and Go

FREE

This should be the last month we have to adjust our schedule.  It's a week later than usual, but that doesn't mean we won't have just as much fun.  Join us for a FREE Make 'n Take and the opportunity to view Lisa's schedule for September.  Bring a friend and share the love!

Canvas Collage

Thursday, September 3

10:30 am OR 6 pm

$40

  

As always, Lisa creates some of the most beautiful canvases.  You will enjoy creating this beautiful vintage project using a variety of Tim Holtz products.

REMEMBER you are responsible for bringing a kit of basic supplies to every class.  If you are new and need help, give us a call and we'll help you get it together.

CLASS FEES are due at the time of enrollment.  Cash or checks are accepted and Lisa is now able to send Paypal invoices if you are unable to pay your fees in person.  Credit cards may be used IF Lisa is in store to process them.

CANCELLATION POLICY:  Refunds or credit will be issued for cancellations received 2 full days prior to class.  You must email Lisa or call the store during business hours.  IF you are unable to attend for any reason, you may gift or sell your class to a friend.

That's it for now.....  Until next post..... Happy Creatin'!

October Classes 2013

October Classes

Had a great Demo Day and here are the classes Lisa released for October.  There is something for everyone!

Fall Variety Cards

October 3 & 4

$20

Beautiful papers from Moxie make the base for these wonderful cards...  Stamps by Hero & Stampendous ...  and you'll use Luminarte's Silks acrylic glazes.  Perfect for Fall and Thanksgiving as a greeting card or notecard...

12 Days of Christmas Matchbox

Oct 10 & 11

$30

New small matchbox by Graphic 45... 12 Days of Christmas papers by Graphic 45...  Precious!

Fancy Holiday Greetings

October 17 & 18

$25

It's not too soon to be thinking about Christmas...  least not when you are crafting!  New papers from Kaisercraft.... stamps by Hero Arts... and a double sided charm that is irresistable...

Demo Day

Saturday October 19

FREE

Always fun.... Always FREE.... New Class Schedule for November...  SPECIAL GUEST DEMO ARTIST!  Yes, that's right....  our Collins Group Rep Terry will be showing you how to use a new group of Sizzix dies to create fabulous cards.  Mark your calendar....  you will be glad you came!

Christmas Tag Book

Oct 29 & Nov 1

$25

Graphic 45 Tag kit.... Kaisercraft Christmas papers & ephemera...  A darling tag book to add holiday photos and journaling.  You will receive an entire pack of ephemera that can be used to make even more tag books.

Great class line-up.  Be sure you get signed up for the class(es) of your choice soon.... classes fill fast!

Halloween Tag Swap

We're sponsoring another swap.  We are creating large tags using a Halloween theme.  If you would like to participate, come by for a set of tags.  Tags are due October 12th and you will get yours back on Demo Day, October 19th.  If you've never done a swap drop by for a quick explanation and see some of the swaps from the past.....

That's it for now..... Until next post..... Happy Creatin'!

September 2013 Classes

September  Classes

We certainly had a great time Saturday during Demo Day.  Great tag Lisa!  And getting to use all that grungy Tim Holtz product - well, that was the cat's pajamas!  Gotta love all those new stencils!

Without further ado, here is the September Class schedule....  If you didn't make it to Demo Day, there is plenty of time to sign up for these fab classes.

Totally Wicked - repeat

September 3

$35

Totally popular!  If you missed this class on the August schedule, here is your chance to take it....  A fun Halloween decoration using Graphic 45 papers and more.

All Occasion Basic Grey

September 5 & 6

$25

A new program from Basic Grey we are trying.  You get a kit with complete directions and supplies for 8 greeting cards.  You will make these 4 cards in class.  The August kit was a hit, so we will be trying this kit and a few more in the coming months.

Halloweenie Cards

September 12 & 13

$20

Tim Holtz, Teresa Collins, Memory Box and more are combined to make this classy set of cards to send to all your spooky friends.

Gelli House

Taught by Kelley Walker

Saturday, September 14

$45

More Gelli printing and the cutest little house box you ever did see!  You'll print a variety of papers to collage to your house as well as learn to print directly on your house.  Lots of fun here!  If you are new to Gel printing and don't want to invest in a Gelli printing plate just yet, Kelley has Gelli Plates for you to borrow.  A must do, no experience required class for you!  This class is limited to 10 so don't wait to sign up.

Haunted Hanging

September 19 & 20

$40

This project is so dang cute, I am gonna find a way to do it.... even if it takes both classes for me to finish!  And I don't even decorate for the holidays.... really!  You'll go batty over this one so don't miss out!

Demo Day

Saturday, September 21

FREE

Come and go all day from 10 am to 4 pm.  Watch out tho, cuz I'll be doing the make-it-take-it in Lisa's place.  Lisa's daughter is being honored with a bridal shower smack dab in the middle of Demo Day.  Now I have been known to act like the Wicked Witch of the West, but I am just not that mean......  Lisa's class schedule will be on display as usual, complete with samples and you will be able to register for the classes you want to take.  If you're doing the shop hop, this is the last day to take advantage of the 15% discount and complete your passport for entry in the drawings.  Be sure you check out this shop hop blog post for details.

The Good Witch

September 26 & 27

$40

Now I'm tellin' you this is one of the cutest projects I've seen using one of Catherine Moore's Character Constructions stamps.  Bright and cheerful, yes indeedy my little pretty!  Perfect project for you paper doll fanatics.....

That's it for now..... Until next post..... Happy Creatin'!