HOLIDAY CARDS #1

 DATE:  Sunday, November 5th

TIME:  12:30 - 2:30

COST:  $20

Well here we are at the cusp of November (where on earth did October go?).  We had some fun creating Fall cards last week, but it's time to turn our attention to holiday cards.  Our next classes will all be devoted to holiday cards.

And I have a really fun one coming up next!  This is sort of a pop-out bridge card.  You'll see by one of the photos below.  We'll create one card using traditional holiday colors and the other color combo will stray just a bit into copper and green (love that combo!).  So here's our first card:

You can sort of see how this creates a bridge across the card.  The next photo will show it in side view as well.

It looks like this class is full already!  If you didn't make the list and want to do these cards, let men know and I'll put you on a wait list.  If there are more that two people who'd like to be on the list, I will try and create a separate class.  Time is getting tough now, so I need to manage it carefully.

See you all soon!

Donna

FALL CARDS

DATE:  Sunday, October 22nd

TIME:  12:30 TO 2:30

COST:  $20

Well the weather is finally cooperating and starting to give us some nice Fall sunny days.  I think we've all had it with the rain.  We had no summer, so let's give a cheer for a nice Fall!

To usher in this lovely season, we will be creating three Fall cards.  Surprisingly, I have not included any fancy techniques, etc.  These cards are straightforward - no gimmicks, moving parts, fancy folds, etc.

We'll be using some lovely skeleton leaves (I've had these in my stash since Hector was a pup). Combine them with some lovely copper mirror card and you have a very simple elegant card.

Next up is pumpkins.  It wouldn't be Fall without pumpkins now, would it?

And our last card features mushrooms.  I've had a lot of fun with these dies -- I even did them one time in neon colors -- so much fun!  We'll tame it down with our luscious fall colors.

And there you have it.  I look forward to seeing you all on the 22nd.  There are a few spots open so give me shout out via text, email or phone call to reserve your spot.

 

Sympathy Cards

DATE:  Sunday, September 24th

TIME:  12:30 - 2:30 (PLEASE ALLOW EXTRA TIME FOR THIS CLASS)

COST:  $20 

Ah, yes, sympathy cards.  I find it's always good to have them on hand.  Generally, when someone dies, we get emotionally wrapped up in it and making a sympathy card is difficult to create with warring emotions.  In this class you'll be making six cards which will give you a good base (I hope and pray you don't have to use them all!).  I'll show you some simple techniques and you'll see that all these cards are very simple even though they may look a bit complicated.

Here are just a few of the cards we'll be making...

Using Kraft card stock and subtle embossing powder, this card is calming in its simplicity.

This next card uses color - but soft and unobtrusive...

And this next card will be a new/old technique for you.  I love how the color seems to glow on top yet it is very tasteful...

There are just two openings left.  If this is a MUST DO class for you, please let me know by Monday, September 18th by NOON.  I will be away most of the week and need time to prep, therefore the deadline sign-up date.

Don't forget to check the newsletter for supplies to bring.

See you on the 24th!

Donna

Clean and Simple Ramped Up!

 DATE:  Sunday, September 10 --PLEASE NOTE DATE CHANGE FROM 9/3

TIME:  12:30 to 2:30

COST:  $20

I don't know about you, but creating clean and simple (CAS) cards, can be harder than it looks.  Why?  Because we are so used to dressing up our cards with bling, dimension, etc., that making something streamlined makes us cock our heads and say "hmmm, does it need something else?"

STOP!  With just a few subtle changes such as embossing folders, piercing dies, stenciling, etc. we can still create a very simple, clean set of cards that still make a statement.  Come see what the fun is about in this next class.  Here are your sample cards:

Just by using the same image, we can create four different clean and simple cards.  Check your newsletter for supplies to bring to this class.

NOTE:  Most of you have signed up for the 9/10 class (changed from 9/3).  If you had signed up for this class before I changed the date, please notify me if you will be able to make the new class date.  Most of you have notified me.

AND!!  There will be an added bonus to this class.  Come find out and have some fun.

Donna

Fun with scrap strips

 DATE:  Sunday, August 19th

TIME:  12:30 to 2:30 (or later)

COST:  $20

Well here we are mid August -- where has the summer gone and what summer?  It's been a strange one to be sure.  As mentioned in the newsletter, throwing scraps away gives me acid reflux.  I'm always trimming something and am left with all lengths of strips.  A new sensation in card making has everyone using their strips for card covers or die cutting and, hey, while we're at it, embossing!  There are so many different ways to use these strips.

Our next class will focus on some simple but varied ways of using them.  In order to keep the class moving at a decent pace, I've created three cards for which I will control the colors of the strips.  Your last card with be a free-for-all.  I'll put a jug of strips in the middle of the table and you can choose whatever you'd like for your color combos.  There's no right or wrong way with this technique -- I guess that's why I love it so much.  So here are the samples of cards we'll be doing.  Color combos will vary from the samples.

In the next sample, the card on the left will be a controlled one as well.  The card on the left will be free form.  I can't wait to see what you do!

So are you ready for some fun?  You'll need your usual tool kit (no scoreboard necessary) with particular attention to your double sided tape and glue.  That's it!  Compared to last week's class (let's not go there!), this is a breeze for supplies.

As always, I look forward to seeing you on the 19th.

Donna

FAN WHEEL CARDS

DATE:  Sunday, August 6th

TIME:  12:30 - 2:30

COST:  $20

 And here we are with yet another fun card!  I call this the Fan Wheel card -- you'll see by the photos below.  Contrary to your "negative" looks, this is a very simple card to create.  Once you learn the technique, you'll be putting it together and socializing at the same time.  Now THAT is easy!

We'll create two cards; one is the standard A2 (4-1/4 x 5-1/2) and the other is an A7 (5 x 7).  I have to admit, it was fun for me to reconfigure for the two sizes.  I hope to include an "instruction" sheet for all.  It will mostly show sizes for all components.  I am limited by my word processing program, but I will do my best.

Our first card is full of color -- rainbow colors to be exact.  And may I point out that I forgot the ROYGBV mantra that goes with rainbow colors -- check out the sequence of my colors -- oops!  But we will correct that in class.

Here's your A7 card with a follow up photo of it opened (side version)...

And our next card is a replica of this but in an A2 size.  Second photo shows an overhead view of the opened card...

These cards are fun and easy to make -- trust me, they are!  

I have one opening left in this class, so grab it if you can.  Send me an email, text or phone message and I'll reserve your spot.

Have a good week and see you on Sunday!

Donna

SIDE CLOSING CARDS

DATE:  Sunday, July 23rd

TIME:  12:30 - 2:30

COST:  $20

Hello everyone!

As stated in the newsletter, we'll be creating some cards with a side opening using our dies as closures for the cards.  If you remember, we had a class showing you how to do partial die cutting -- well this class just takes that to a different plane.  Same process, just different placement.  

So, here are the cards we will be doing on the 23rd...

That butterfly on the right will act as the closure for this fun card.  The butterflies are actually glittery which does not translate well in the photo.

And our next card will use the flowers as the closure...

Fun to do, easy to do.  This may have you looking at your dies in a totally different way now.  Come join us for this fun class.  There are two openings available.  Just send me an email, text or phone call to reserve a spot.

I look forward to seeing you all again!

Donna