New October Classes

 

October Classes

2020

We had a lovely day Saturday on Preview Day. It was quieter than usual, but then there were a number of reasons some were unable to attend - soccer, out of town trips.  It's fall and people are doing things!  Bravo!  It's good to get out doing more normal things even tho we need to be careful.  If you were unable to come by, take a look at the elegant Make 'n Take to Go card we handed out.....

We had a lot of positive comments about it and several have already sent me pics of the ones they colored and assembled.  I hope you enjoy our new way of continuing to offer our FREE Make 'n Take. We will go back to doing it as a demo as soon as it is safe to do so.

Lisa's October class schedule is full of goodness!  Take a look at the schedule and then come by or give us a call to enroll.

Christmas Variety - $30

Thursday, Oct 1 - 10:30 am OR 6 pm

It's never too early to start those Christmas cards and we are finally getting some great Christmas stamps and papers in stock.  I know you'll enjoy making these fun cards using stamps from Impression Obsession.  

Cards with a Twist - $35

Thursday, Oct 8 - 10:30 am OR 6 pm

PinkFresh Studios and Hero Arts are the basis for these wonderful cards.  You'll learn some unique ways to use stamps and dies to create these one of a kind cards.  Try your hand at using some new shimmering Gansai Tambi watercolors made by Kuretake (they make the Zig markers!).  Super fun and creative!

Halloween Dome & Treat Jar - $40*

Saturday, Oct 10 - 10 AM only

Create these two awesome Halloween projects using Tim Holtz Halloween Idealogy goodies.  Super fun and easy.  The treat jar is so quick and easy, you'll want to make one for all your friends or grandkids.....  It's the perfect little "sumpin sumpin"!  You'll have access to Lisa's stash of papers and paper dolls to make these cute projects just the way you want.....

*If class fills, we will plan an additional day if at least 3 people will commit.

Lasso the Moon Shrine - $40*

Saturday, Oct 10 - 2:30 pm only

This little shrine is lit using one of Tim Holtz's new colored battery operated light strands.  The battery is a common one and easy to find so you won't have to worry about finding a replacement  Who wouldn't want this cute decoration out for the Halloween season?!  You'll have access to all of Lisa's stash of papers and paper dolls to make your shrine uniquely yours!

*If class fills, we will plan an additional day if at least 3 people commit to the class.  

Art Journal Plan - $25

Thursday, Oct 15 - 10:30 am OR 6 pm

Since we can't offer our normal version of Art Journal Saturday until it is safer to gather in larger numbers, Lisa has agreed to put on a smaller version when possible.  Here is her current version which is absolutely wonderful.  You'll have access to all the products she has used to create this art journal spread.  Let Lisa guide you through her process and enjoy your own special journey as you make your own unique color choices.

Preview Day - FREE

Saturday, Oct 17 - Come & Go from 10 am to 4 pm

FREE Make 'n Take Kit to Go

Join us for our new version of Demo Day.  Lisa's November class schedule will be on display and ready for enrollment.  We will have a FREE Make 'n Take Kit to Go for you to grab.  We provide all the parts and instructions for creating a special card and you get to color and assemble at home.  We love having a FREE Make 'n Take and the Kit to go is a wonderful solution for the season we are experiencing now.

Christmastime Album - $35

Thursday, Oct 22 - 10:30 am OR 6 pm

Graphic 45 creates the most exquisite papers and their latest Christmas collection is no exception to the rule.  When you have finished creating this beautiful stand-up album, you can fill it with picture and mementos of the season, then stand it proudly on the mantle  You'll want to make more for family and friends and you'll enjoy displaying it in the years to come!

additional class details - please read carefully

Class Fees:  Class fees are due at the time of enrollment.  Lisa takes cash, checks and sends PayPal invoices.  If you are in the store when she is here, she can take credit cards.  Payment of class fees guarantees your enrollment in class.  "Reservations" are not guaranteed until class fees are paid.  If class reaches capacity, "reservations" will be placed on the wait list immediately and can only be added back if there is a cancellation.

Class Kit:  You are required to bring a kit of basic paper crafting supplies.  Your kit should include (but is not limited to) such things as a black ink pad, embossing ink pad, your favorite paper glue, favorite adhesive (tape runner or double sided tape), scissors, sponges or daubers for edging, pencil and bone folder.  Please feel free to add any other suppies you feel you need for paper crafter All products needed for your basic kit can be purchased at the store.

Hope you join us for one of these great classes and remember to.....

"Let the Art Out of Your Heart and Create Every Day!"

Sept 2020 Classes

Classes for September

are ready for enrollment!

Lisa's new September classes were out for preview

Saturday and I think she has done an amazing job creating a fun group of classes.  If you didn't get to come to Preview Day, plan some time to come by this week or next to check out the new schedule.  Some of these classes are filling fast.  

Our classes are limited to 6 students in order to provide proper social distancing.  It has been working well for the last few months.  Everyone has half a table and obviously a lot of individual attention since Lisa is working with a smaller group.  Students have been extremely happy with the arrangement.  IF the class you desire is full, we will open up another class in the morning time slot on Friday.

Here's the schedule for September

Floral Watercolor Cards

$35

Thursday, Sept 3

10:30 am OR 6 pm

Let Lisa show you how to make these amazing cards using a variety of watercolor techniques and watercolor products.  These cards are bright and vivid.  New stamps from My Favorite Things, Catherine Pooler and PinkFresh Studios provide just the right images.

Gelly Print House

$35

Thursday, Sept 10

10:30 am OR 6 pm

This awesome little house is made using a new art ready thick plastic that doesn't crack when cut.  There is a new printable plastic also and the vintage image on the front of the house and back is printed on it.  You'll enjoy creating this little decoration which can be filled with battery operated lights which makes it an adorble night light!

Art Journal Play

$25

Thursday, September 17

10:30 am OR 6 pm

This class is designed to be done in your art journal, but if you'd rather create on our latest favorite product - cradled wood panels - you can.  All you have to do is purchase one of our cradled panels and you can make a hangable piece instead.  There are lots of products used in this fun art play class.  Experiment under the guidance of Lisa!

Preview Day!

Saturday, September 19

10 am to 4 pm

Come and Go

FREE Make 'n Take Kit to Go

Come preview the new October classes and pick up a FREE Make 'n Take Kit to Go.  The August Kit to Go pictured above included everything ready to color and assemble.  It's a great alternative since we don't feel we can offer our traditional Make 'n Take until current Covid conditions improve or disappear altogether.  

Fall Abounds Cards

$30

Thursday, September 25

10:30 am OR 6 pm

Catherine Pooler Stamps just released their new fall stamps and we are loving the fall leaves set.  Impressions Obsession also released a wonderful group of fall stamps that we love.  You will truly enjoy creating these wonderful cards that can sent for Thanksgiving or any fall occasion.  Lots of fun techniques and products are used here.  You'll learn a lot in this great class!

additional class details - please read carefully

Class Fees:  Class fees are due at the time of enrollment.  Lisa takes cash, checks and sends PayPal invoices.  If you are in the store when she is here, she can take credit cards.  Payment of class fees guarantees your enrollment in class.  "Reservations" are not guaranteed until class fees are paid.  If class reaches capacity, "reservations" will be placed on the wait list immediately and can only be added back if there is a cancellation.

Class Kit:  You are required to bring a kit of basic paper crafting supplies.  Your kit should include (but is not limited to) such things as a black ink pad, embossing ink pad, your favorite paper glue, favorite adhesive (tape runner or double sided tape), scissors, sponges or daubers for edging, pencil and bone folder.  Please feel free to add any other suppies you feel you need for paper crafter All products needed for your basic kit can be purchased at the store.

Hope you join us for one of these great classes and remember to.....

"Let the Art Out of Your Heart and Create Every Day!"

August 2020 Lineup

Ready for Classes?

August 2020 Schedule

We had a great Preview Day on Saturday and the Make 'n Take To Go Kit was a hit.  Here's the finished product.....

Stamps by Impression Obsession, green dot paper by BoBunny.  The kit included all the layers and uncolored stamped layers.  You could color it any way you like.  I used the Dina Wakley Scribble Sticks in Magenta Evergreen, Olive, and Umber.  I colored parts of the flower and leaves with the sticks and then activited it with water using a Simply Simmons #8 watercolor brush.  For the think stems and smaller leaves I touched the Scribble Sticks with the wet brush and then painted the smaller parts.

There are a few stamps left as well as a few sheets of the BoBunny paper.

Lisa has an outstanding class schedule for August.  The introduction of Lisa's classes is the main reason we have Preview Day.  You get to see them up close and enroll on the spot!

Here's the fabulous schedule!

Happy Birthday Brights

Thursday, August 6

10:30 am OR 6 pm

Friday, August 7

10:30 am

Bright indeed!  So cheerful and happy, you'll be happy to make more and more of these cards because they are just so fun!  Stamps by Catherine Pooler and Mary Engelbreit stamp by RubberMoon.  These cards are easy.

Crazy Bird Canvas

Thursday, August 13

10:30 am OR 6 pm

Friday, August 14

10:30 am

Lisa was inspired by an artist she found on Pinterest, Jacqui Fehl.  Love at first sight, Lisa vowed to herself to create a canvas in Jacqui's style.  Don't you think your very own version of them should be hanging in your house?  I do!  And so does Lisa.  Join us for all the fun of combining gel prints, paint, posca pens and more!  You'll be giggling all through the class.....

Preview Day!

Saturday, August 15

10 am to 4 pm

Come and Go

You are invited to join us for the fun of previewing the September class schedule.  Pick up a FREE Make 'n Take Kit to Go.  Our Kits to Go are artful and we always have supplies to make more.  This month I was able to do a quick demo on using the Scribble Sticks to color the flowers.  Grab a friend and enjoy a relaxed stroll around the store, preview the classes and enroll in the class(es) of your choice!

Cards to "Die" For

Thursday, August 20

10:30 am OR 6 pm

Friday, August 21

10:30 am

This card class features dies from PinkFresh.  This is a new line of dies for us and we are impressed.  We like them so much we'll be getting more and you'll be seeing them in more classes.  Now that we are offering ArtFoamies, Lisa grabbed one and you'll get to play with it on one of the cards.  So much fun!

Gratitude Journal

Thursday, August 27

10:30 am OR 6 pm

No Friday class

These days have been tough and we all need a little reminder of the good things in life.  Lisa has created this stunning Gratitude journal can fill with wonderful things you are grateful for.  It'll be a wonderful reminder that even in the face of adversity, there is good in your life. 

Our classes are fun and relaxed.  You need no experience to take our classes.  Lisa is a kind and attentive teacher.  Our students are the best too and if you've never taken a class with us, you'll make new friends who love to craft just like yo!

additional class details - please read carefully

Class Fees:  Class fees are due at the time of enrollment.  Lisa takes cash, checks and sends PayPal invoices.  If you are in the store when she is here, she can take credit cards.  Payment of class fees guarantees your enrollment in class.  "Reservations" are not guaranteed until class fees are paid.  If class reaches capacity, "reservations" will be placed on the wait list immediately and can only be added back if there is a cancellation.

Class Kit:  You are required to bring a kit of basic paper crafting supplies.  Your kit should include (but is not limited to) such things as a black ink pad, embossing ink pad, your favorite paper glue, favorite adhesive (tape runner or double sided tape), scissors, sponges or daubers for edging, pencil and bone folder.  Please feel free to add any other suppies you feel you need for paper crafter All products needed for your basic kit can be purchased at the store.

Hope you join us for one of these great classes and remember to.....

"Let the Art Out of Your Heart and Create Every Day!"

It's time for classes!

July 2020 Classes

Get ready to have some fun!

We are slowly getting back to a normal rythym again.  We are still limiting class size to 6 and it seems to be working well.  There is a nice energy in the room and there is plenty of room for us to keep that safe distance recommendation.  I hope you'll join us when you feel comfortable enough.  

Demo Day has become Preview Day.  We don't feel it is appropriate to have a hands on Make 'n Take yet (that day will come!) so we tried a new approach last Saturday.  We offered a Make 'n Take Kit to Go.  Everything was ready for coloring and assembly.  I wasn't sure how many to make but we handed out all 28 of the kits I prepared!  Yay!  

I did color it later as I hadn't quite figured out what I wanted to use.  As I was taking the pics for the class schedule it occured to me that the Stabilo Woody Pencils would be perfect.  I simply took a wet brush directly to the pencil as it is a watersoluable "crayon" of sorts and voila'....quick and easy!  We used the beautiful "Happy Butterflies" stamp set.  I have 2 sets left and if you purchase one I'll print out the directions for you..

Lisa's July class schedule is filled with a good balance of card and mixed media classes.  There is something here for everyone.  

Summer Flowers

Thursday, July 9 - 10:30 am OR 6 pm

Friday, July 10 - 10:30 am

$30

Learn a variety of new techniques while creating these beautiful floral cards. Stamps and dies from Penny Black and Catherine Pooler are used along with some of the new Tim Holtz embossing glaze and Scribble Sticks.  These cards will be perfect for any occasion.

Botanical Creations

Thursday, July 16 - 10:30 am OR 6 pm

Friday, July 17 - 10:30 am

$30

You'll make these 6 wonderful cards using collage techniques.  Layer papers from BoBunny's "Botanical Journal" collection and finish them off with stamps and stamped die cuts to make these all occasion cards.

Preview Day

Saturday, July 18th

10 am to 4 pm

Come and Go

FREE Make 'n Take Kit to Go

Come preview the new classes for August.  No need to make an appointment - just come when it is convenient for you.  You can grab a Make 'n Take "Kit to Go" which is ready for you to assemble when you get home. We'll have all the supplies available for you to make more if you like it!   Due to the current CDC guidelines we ask that you wear a mask and limit your visit to 30 minutes as 8 customers is currently the limit for the size of the shop.  Please be patient if we are full and considerate if you are shopping.  It worked well for the June Preview Day because, well, you are just that.... kind, considerate and patient!

Man Tag Techniques

Thursday, July 23 - 10:30 am OR 6 pm

Friday, July 24 - 10:30 am

$30

It's been a while since we've done any good vintage grunge and with lots of new mixed media embossing powders and the Distress Oxide ink pads and sprays - Well.... it's just time to jump in and learn some new techniques.  You'll make 4 grungy tags perfect to add to a large 5x7 greeting card when you need a "man card" or to throw in an art journal composition.  Get ready to have some fun!

Gel Print Play Day

Saturday, July 25

10:00 am OR 2:00 pm

$35

Have you wanted to learn how to mono print using the new Gel Plate techniques?  This is your chance!  Bring your gel plate if you have one or we'll loan you one of ours.  You'll have plenty of stencils, paper and paint to use.  Be prepared to have loads of fun as you experiment to your heart's content.

Mini File Folder Book

Thursday, July 30 - 10:30 am OR 6 pm

$30

This class was originally scheduled before the quarantine started and we have just now been able to get it back on the line up.  This tri-fold folder is filled with mixed media fun and loads of interesting pockets as well as a tiny notepad inside.  If you signed up for the original class, you have a spot in this class.  Let us know which class you want to attend asap!

additional class details - please read carefully

Class Fees:  Class fees are due at the time of enrollment.  Lisa takes cash, checks and sends PayPal invoices.  If you are in the store when she is here, she can take credit cards.  Payment of class fees guarantees your enrollment in class.  "Reservations" are not guaranteed until class fees are paid.  If class reaches capacity, "reservations" will be placed on the wait list immediately and can only be added back if there is a cancellation.

Class Kit:  You are required to bring a kit of basic paper crafting supplies.  Your kit should include (but is not limited to) such things as a black ink pad, embossing ink pad, your favorite paper glue, favorite adhesive (tape runner or double sided tape), scissors, sponges or daubers for edging, pencil and bone folder.  Please feel free to add any other suppies you feel you need for paper crafter All products needed for your basic kit can be purchased at the store.

Hope you join us for one of these great classes and remember to.....

"Let the Art Out of Your Heart and Create Every Day!"

Classes are back!

June 2020

Classes

We are so glad to be teaching classes again.  We are taking precautions for everyone's health and safety.  Classes are currently limited to 6 per class and tables are properly spread for maximum safety.  The classes we had last week were a delight and everyone had a great time creating the Gelly Print Florals class which is being repeated this month.

If you want to see Lisa explain a bit more about each class, you can click on the word facebook video (below the class name) to see Lisa describe the class in detail.

All classes are limited to 6 students.  There will be 2 day classes offered to accomodate the number of people who usually take morning classes and an evening class.  We can add additional classes if need be.

Without further ado.... here's the schedule

ALL OCCASION WATERCOLOR CARDS
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$30

Thursday, June 4

10:30 am OR 6 pm

Friday, June 5

10:30 am

You will make 4 beautiful bright 5x7 cards.  You'll use new stamps from Penny Black and Catherine Pooler.  For watercoloring the images you'll use Tombow and Clean Color markers.   Lisa will show you a fun way to use Hero's nesting "infinity" circle die set with acetate to accent the flowers on one of the cards.

FLORAL STAR BOOK

$35
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Thursday, June 11

10:30 am OR 6 pm

Friday, June 12

10:30 am

This interesting little book opens up to form a star.  BoBunny has a new paper collection called Botanical Journal that is just perfect for this creation.  There are pockets and ATC sized journaling cards galore.  Perfect to hold memories and photos.

GELLY PRINT FLORAL CANVAS - REPEAT
$35
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Thursday, June 18

10:30 am

Since we are repeating this class for a group of girls in the evening, we decided to put it back on the schedule in the morning.  You'll use your own gel print papers if you have them or Lisa is sharing many of her prints if you want to use hers.  You'll doodle flowers on your papers and cut them out to collage onto an 8"x16" cradled board.  No two will be the same!

PREVIEW DAY

Saturday, June 20

10 am to 4 pm

Come and Go

FREE

New name - same game!  Every month we gather to preview Lisa's next classes for the next month.   Join us as we reveal the July class schedule and sign up for your favorites on the spot!   We normally have a FREE Make 'n Take, but due to the current Covid-19 precautions we will be providing a FREE Make 'n Take kit with instructions instead.  We'll also create a video that will be posted on Facebook at 5 pm.  

SIMPLY  DONE

$25
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Thursday, June 25

10:30 am OR 6 pm

Friday, June 26

10:30 am

Tim Holtz has a new stamp set called "Flower Shop".  The flowers are more photographic than most and lend themselves to a very special technique you will learn in this class.  You will find the detail in the stamped images are perfect for these very clean and simple cards.  The phrases for these cards are Penny Black stamps.

additional class details - please read carefully

Class Fees:  Class fees are due at the time of enrollment.  Lisa takes cash, checks and sends PayPal invoices.  If you are in the store when she is here, she can take credit cards.  Payment of class fees guarantees your enrollment in class.  "Reservations" are not guaranteed until class fees are paid.  If class reaches capacity, "reservations" will be placed on the wait list immediately and can only be added back if there is a cancellation.

Class Kit:  You are required to bring a kit of basic paper crafting supplies.  Your kit should include (but is not limited to) such things as a black ink pad, embossing ink pad, your favorite paper glue, favorite adhesive (tape runner or double sided tape), scissors, sponges or daubers for edging, pencil and bone folder.  Please feel free to add any other suppies you feel you need for paper crafter All products needed for your basic kit can be purchased at the store.

Hope you join us for one of these great classes and remember to.....

"Let the Art Out of Your Heart and Create Every Day!"

  

  

March 2020

March 2020

Class Schedule

We had a great time Saturday.  I know I say it all the time, but it's true.  We always have fun seeing and visiting with everyone as we share the FREE Make 'n Take.  This month, we created this really cute card by Impression Obsession.

Lisa has an amazing schedule of classes for March. We also have an Acrylic Pouring class being taught by Guest Artist, Sherry Ball Schoenfeldt of Studio Pashnada.

Here's the schedule for the month.....

Golden Accent Cards

Thursday, March 5th

10:30 am OR 6 pm

$30

Create these beautiful cards with the new Tim Holtz leaf dies.  Golden Accents you say?  Yes!  You'll use gold paint or ink to finish off each one of these cards.  It's an elegant touch you'll find yourself repeating in the future!

All Occasion Die Cut Cards

Thursday, March 12

10:30 am OR 6 pm

$30

Die cuts and stamps make pretty wonderful cards.  You'll use a wide variety of dies and stamps to create these beautiful cards that can be used for almost any occasion.  We will be introducing a new stamp company with this class - Catherine Pooler.

Art Journal Saturday

Saturday, March 14

10 am OR 2 pm

$15 materials fee

Art Journaling is the way to practice and learn.  It's not for the coffee table... it's just for you.  We create a sample page and guide you through the process, but the finished page will be all yours!  You bring the art journal and we provide the rest!

Gelly Print Accordion Screen

Thursday, March 19

10:30 am OR 6 pm

$30

Create this fun decorative accordion screen using gel prints.  You can use the ones you made in February's Gel Print Fun class.  Don't have any gel prints, you can choose from Lisa's treasure trove.  Stamps and other images will complete each panel.

Demo Day

Saturday, March 21

10 am to 4 pm

FREE Make 'n Take

10 am to 3:30 pm

Join us for a FREE Make 'n Take and preview the April class schedule.  Grab a friend and share the fun!

Mini File Folder Book

Thursday, March 26

10:30 am OR 6 pm

$30

Create this tri-fold book out of a manila folder, papers, dies, tags, ribbon and more.  You'll even get to do a little sewing.  This little book is perfect to tuck into your purse for note keeping and a few little photos.

Acrylic Pouring Class

by

Sherry Ball Schoenfeldt

Sunday, March 29

1 pm to 4 pm

$50

Make three 8x10 paintings using three different acrylic pouring techniques and learn an inexpensive formula to mix the paint to use at home.  Bring a heat gun and wear clothes or a cover-up that you don't mind getting painted.  Everything else is included.  Class size is limited to 8 students.

Easter Is On It's Way

Thursday, April 2

10:30 am OR 6 pm

$30

Yep, you're right... this is the March schedule and this class is in April!  Easter is only 10 days later and we want to be sure you have the stamps you want to make more!  You'll use adorable stamps from Impression Obsession, Hero Arts and Stampingbella and three watercolor techniques using Tombows, Clean Color markers and Koi watercolors.  PLEASE let us know which stamps you want us to order when you enroll so they will arrive by class time. 

That's it!  Thank you Lisa for creating such a wonderful group of cards and projects.  Thank you Sherry for allowing us to host your wonderful class.

additional class details - please read carefully

Class Fees:  Class fees are due at the time of enrollment.  Lisa takes cash, checks and sends PayPal invoices.  If you are in the store when she is here, she can take credit cards.  Payment of class fees guarantees your enrollment in class.  "Reservations" are not guaranteed until class fees are paid.  If class reaches capacity, "reservations" will be placed on the wait list immediately and can only be added back if there is a cancellation.

Class Kit:  You are required to bring a kit of basic paper crafting supplies.  Your kit should include (but is not limited to) such things as a black ink pad, embossing ink pad, your favorite paper glue, favorite adhesive (tape runner or double sided tape), scissors, sponges or daubers for edging, pencil and bone folder.  Please feel free to add any other suppies you feel you need for paper crafter All products needed for your basic kit can be purchased at the store.

Hope you join us for one of these great classes and remember to.....

"Let the Art Out of Your Heart and Create Every Day!"