FRACTURED CARD TECHNIQUE

DATE:  SUNDAY, July 9th

TIME:  12:30 - 2:30

COST:  $20

Well happy 4th to all!  And if I may borrow a quote:  

• “Independence Day: freedom has its life in the hearts, the actions, the spirit of men and so it must be daily earned and refreshed – else like a flower cut from its life-giving roots, it will wither and die.” – Dwight D. Eisenhower

I have another fun technique lined up for you.  There have been lots of inquiries as to "how'd you do that?".  Come to class and find out!  You will be amazed at how super simple this technique is.  All cards are done the same -- the only thing that changes the look is the shape in the center of the card.  And you'll learn about that as well.  So come on, join us for this fun class!  Here are the samples:

You'll notice the backgrounds are different in all four cards.  Variety is the name of the game in card making, don't you think?  But in actuality, I like to show you how you can create the "same" card using different tools to enhance them.  The above cards show  plain, designer paper, embossed and impression plate backgrounds using the same technique always.

This class is full but I'll be happy to arrange private sessions for anyone who'd like to try this technique.

Looking forward to seeing you all on the 9th!  

Donna

COLOR BLOCKS AND SUCH

DATE:  Sunday, June 25th

TIME:  12:30 - 2:30

COST:  $20

Egad!  we're halfway thru June already.  Once we hit July 4th, we start saying summer is over.  When did it begin???  All kidding aside,  let's dive into our next class which is a technique class.  I resurrected an oldie but goodie -- sometimes it's just fun to go back to some of the old stuff -- it worked then so it should work now, right?

We'll be using a combination of acrylic blocks, stamps, painter's tape and inks for this class.  Be sure and check out the supply list in the newsletter that you'll need for this class.  Here's what's on tap...

The above two cards using painter's tape and acrylic blocks.

The above uses acrylic blocks again and stamps.  Come join us as we have fun playing with inks and tools!

See you on the 25th!

Donna

Spring Has Sprung!

DATE:  Sunday, 5/21

TIME:  12:30 - 2:30

COST:  $20

Well, the most refreshing time of the year has appeared.  I just love spring with all the budding flowers and the green, green lawns.  It's rejuvenating!

So let's rejuvenate together as we create three spring type cards.  These are very simple, uncomplicated cards using some frames, background dies and stencils.  You will create a daffodil card, a tulip and a cosmos.  These are all layering dies - if you don't own any, I think this may change your mind.  They are simple to use and most don't require any specific coloring.  Our tulip card will depict a little more "complicated" die plus coloring so that you can compare simplicity versus more intricate.

Here are our three cards:

There are two spots left in this class so don't hesitate to contact me via text, email or phone.  I'll be happy to add you!

See you soon!

Donna

 

Tri-Fold Sentiment Tuck Cards

DATE:  Sunday, April 30th

TIME:  12:30 - 2:30

COST:  $20

And it's on to another fun technique!  I often forget about the wonderful results when using partial die cutting.  It all has to do with your cutting plate placement -- as simple as that!  In this class I'll show you how and you will actually do the die cutting yourself.  The cards themselves are quick to do, but things will slow down as there is only one die and one die cutting machine -- and, as stated, each of you will die cut your own.  What better way to learn than hands-on!

The three cards we will be making are as follows.  I've tried to vary it up a bit with different sentiments.  Using sentiment dies is sort of off the radar and you wouldn't ordinarily think to use them this way.  Using some coordinating designer papers and a few embellishments, you are ready to go!

There are two openings left in this class, so don't wait -- send me an email, text or phone call to reserve your spot.

See you soon!

Donna

WORKING WITH ACETATE

DATE:  Sunday, April 16th

TIME:  12:30 TO 2:30 (refer to note in newsletter)

COST:  $20

 Ahhh, acetate!  You hold it in your hand and wonder "what can I do with this?"  Well in this next class I hope to take some of the mystery out of that question.  As you know, card makers love to diddle with many different mediums and this is at the top I think.  

There are many types of acetate:  embossable, printable, pre-printed, blister pack (what items come wrapped in that you need a bomb to open?), etc.  My advice is to play with what you have on hand, but I will list some companies that offer these types of acetate.

We will hopefully be creating 4 different cards in this class ranging from plain acetate, to pre-printed acetate, embossed acetate and colored pre-printed acetate.  The photos below will show you.

I'm looking forward to showing you how to use this fun medium.  There are two openings left in this class, so send me a shout out via text, email, phone, etc...

See you soon and don't forget to check to newsletter for supplies to bring!

DOUBLE FLOATING POP UP CARDS

DATE:  Sunday, April 2nd

TIME:  12:30 - 2:30

COST:  $20

Well here we are in April already!  We've been soooo lucky with the weather, so you'll note that I took down my "in case of snow" warning in the newsletter.  Let's hope I wasn't premature!

I've got another fun interactive card class for you.  We'll be doing one rather playful birthday card and an elegant one.  You'll get the benefit of seeing how impression plates can bring your cards to another level -- I personally love them and have a little stash (no surprise there!).

So here's our first card...

And here's the fun surprise part with the pop ups....

And our second card takes on a totally different feel...

As warned in the newsletter, the background (mirror card) has taken on some really wild colors -- photography lighting will do that. The color of the background is really a lovely, soft green.

There are currently two openings left in this class.  You'll have to sign up early as there's a lot of prep work on my end for all the components in these cards and I can't accept any sign-ups after Wednesday, 3/29.

So are you ready for another fun class?  See you soon!

Donna

Gift Bag with cards

DATE:  SUNDAY, March 19th

TIME:  12:30 - 2:30

COST:  $20

This is the one you've been so excited about learning.  We all have an occasion where a small gift is needed.  And what better way than to use your creative juices and basically no cost!  We're creating this lovely gift bag with six cards and envelopes.  The wonder of it all is it's made with one sheet of 12x12 designer paper!  Well, to be honest, you'll have to bring some coordinating color card stock to enhance your designer paper (DP) choice.  At our last class I had you bring the DP so that I could coordinate ribbon colors for you.  Wow!  You brought some incredibly lovely papers with you and I can't wait to see your projects completed with them

The following are merely examples of the bag and cards.  These were my choices of 12x12 and I simply coordinated embellishments to complete the cards.

On the above sample, I used a single sided 12x12 DP and chose to use die cut white flowers to mimic the design in the paper.

And on this one I used a double-sided DP and simply pulled the colors from it and added a die cut embellishment.

Oh the places you'll go when you start looking at your 12x12 DP in a totally different light!  It makes me want to create so many of this project.  I chose "Thank You" as my theme in both of these samples.  Who can't use a thank you card!  The recipient will be delighted with your gift.

You can always change the theme by including various occasion cards - it's your world!  

I look forward to seeing you all on the 19th.  Be sure an check the newsletter for supplies needed (extremely minimal!).

Donna