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 

Ink Swiping (technique)

DATE:  Sunday, 3/5/23

TIME:  12:30 - 2:30

COST:  $20

My head is spinning -- where the devil did February go??!!!  (I'll bet my son is saying the same thing as he turned 51 on 2/23!)  We will usher March in with another fun technique class.  Last week's was another technique class and you girls did a super fine job of it!  Let's try another!

We'll use the ink swiping technique which allows you to create a card in five minutes -- no joke!  All you need to do is choose some colors you like and swipe along with me.  I've listed the colors you'll need for this class in the newsletter, so don't forget to read it!

Here's what we'll be doing...

Simply by changing the direction of your ink swipes, your card takes on a totally different look!  As you can see, when creating these cards at home, you can choose predominantly outline (or sketchy) stamps or you can try some solid ones -- you may like them even better!  

There are two openings for this class -- reserve your spot with me either thru email, text or phone!

See you in March!

Donna

 

BLOCK PARTY (technique)

DATE:  SUNDAY, 2/19

TIME:  12:30 - 2:30

COST:  $20

It's always amazing when I put a card together and think, "yeah, it's ok - that will do".  However, the reaction from you ladies has been overwhelming with praise for these simple to do cards.  I call this the Block Party technique.  If I can explain to someone over the phone how to create this technique, then you know how simple it's going to be.  It just requires a little patience and lots of inky goodness.

As mentioned in the newsletter, your biggest problem might be choosing whatever ink colors to use.  I know some of you struggle with color combos -- relax!  Just grab two colors you like and play with them. Then you can graduate to three or four colors.  And remember, it's ONLY PAPER!  So if you're unhappy with your color choices, change it up!  However, for this class, I am being color specific to help you deal with color issues.

So here are the three cards we'll be creating on the 19th.  Be sure and read the newsletter for supplies to bring with you to class.  Very important.  

So, some ink, daubers and the piece de resistance, embossing folders -- you'll have yourself a fun and new technique!

There are two openings for this class so I'd suggest you email, text or call me with your request for a seat quickly.

In the meantime, Happy Valentines Day to all - don't eat too many bon bone!

Donna

Raised Panel Cards

DATE:  February 5th

TIME:  12:30 - 2:30

COST:  $20

Well here we are slipping into February already!  I have some easy, easy fun cards for you this month.  I call this one Raised Panel cards.  One of you ladies thought it was similar to spotlighting -- I think you are right in a way!  You be the judge!

Since these cards work up so quickly, I thought we'd create four of them in class.  Using embossing folders, ink and some simple stamping, we can create some really fun cards. So here goes... (sorry about the blurry photo -- my phone camera is obstinate sometimes)

All these cards are basically layering parts and will be a quick class.  

I have two openings left so email, text or call in your reservation before they're gone!

I'll see you in a week!

Donna

Life is like a box of chocolates...

DATE:  Sunday, January 22nd

TIME:  12:30 - 2:30 (or thereabouts)

COST:  $20

we are moving right along the month of January - can't believe it's half over already.  The ladies at our last class had a wonderful time creating the sliding panel cards and look forward to more fun folds💞💞💞💞💞💞💞💞💞💞💞💞💞 and techniques in 2023.  I have some really fun stuff coming up and hope you'll be able to join us.

With the advent of Valentine's Day, I created a "box of chocolates" that will surely please the recipient.  Here's a look (apologies for the blurry first photo -- quirky camera)...

Lift the cover for a peek...

And lift that tissue for a calorie free feast!...

Then to change things up a bit and go in a totally opposite direction, I created a white on white card.

The above card doesn't have to necessarily mean Valentine's Day and can be used for many other occasions or just an expression of love for a special someone.

This class is half full, so you know the routine -- text, email, phone me to reserve a spot in this class.

I look "lovingly" forward to seeing you all!

 

HAPPY NEW YEAR with Sliding Panel Cards

 DATE:  SUNDAY, January 8th

TIME:  12:30 - 2:30

COST:  $20

HAPPY NEW YEAR TO ALL!!  I know, as of this writing, it has not arrived but it's almost here!  Let's hope 2023 brings good health,  spiritual guidance, and love of family.

I've been busy creating some really fun stuff for you ladies for 2023.  You do know that it gets increasingly difficult to stay a step ahead by creating or plagiarizing new ideas for you, don't you?  Ahh, that's just what I love - a challenge!  So, I've been hard at work scoping out some new things for you to do with your inks and paper.

Our first class of 2023 will have you replicating a sliding panel card.  The panel slides through the center of your card and reveals the inside sentiment.  For example, our first card is a non-traditional color for a Valentine's card as follows:

The next photo shows how the front embellishment (slider panel) can be set aside to open the card:

The remaining two cards are made the same way but with different style sliding panels.  Our next one is a happy little birthday card...

And our last card is a generic, glitzy card using this same sliding panel affect.

So, come one - come all, to our next fun class ushering in the New Year.  Let me know if you'd like me to save you a seat by emailing, texting or calling to reserve your spot.

Again, HAPPY NEW YEAR!!

Donna

Holiday Cards

DATE:  Sunday, December 4th

TIME:  12:30 to whenever...    

COST:  $20

It's holiday time!  It seemed to come up very suddenly, didn't it?  I'm in full swing with decorating for the holidays and all my Christmas cards are done - now to sit and address them all.

Our last class of 2022 is coming up on December 4th and we are combing this with our annual holiday bash.  So plan on staying a while and enjoy your class and some great food.

Due to special request, we are creating another swinging door card with a holiday theme.  I had shown this card as a nudge toward your creative juices to include just about any holiday or occasion.  You all admitted that you loved this technique, so here we go again!  Below are photos of the card closed and opened in a two-step process:

Open the set of "doors" for your first reveal...

then open the second "door" for the final reveal!

Now on to the card I had originally planned for this class.  This is a double step card and is wonderfully easy to do.  This technique is wonderful as a single version as most of you have seen.  So, our first photo is of the card closed..

And it expands to this size!  Isn't this a great card to display on a mantel or special surface for all to see?

There is one opening left in this class.  So hurry and sign up!  

Also, remember, this is our annual Christmas party after class.  See details in newsletter.

Donnamaiol