Playing with Vellum

 DATE:  Sunday, March 3rd

TIME:  12:30 - 2:30

COST:  $25

What to do with vellum!  I'll admit, I don't use it too often because of its properties - that is, that you can't use tape or glue without it showing.  Now who wants that?  Well we will work around that theory and use some creative ways of circumventing it.  One of my favorite ways of using vellum is with word dies with shadow.  It adds so much to a card.  We will NOT be using this method (too easy!) for this class.

Instead, we will use a combination of wet and dry embossing and some coloring.  I think you'll be happy with the results and will try this at home.  Here's what we'll be doing...

The above card is created by doing some straight embossing and a little bit of tearing.

The above card is created using ink blending, dry and wet embossing together...

And our last card will be created using wet embossing and Copic markers.

There are a few openings left in this class.  So don't wait -- email, text or call me to reserve your spot at this fun class.  Be sure and check the newsletter for supplies to bring to class.

See you soon!

Donna

LET THERE BE LIGHT!

 DATE:  Sunday, February 18th

TIME:  12:30 to 2:30

COST:  $25

Happy February and Valentines Day.  We did a really cute Book Jacket Valentines card that you ladies loved.   Now I KNOW this is not the Valentine card, but this IS the Book Jacket card.  You ladies did a super job on them.  It was a bit confusing since I had all of you bring whatever colors you liked -- it created a placement problem, but we got thru it!  You rock!

The cards we will be doing in this class are from an adorable Diamond Press set that I thought I'd share with you.  Make note of the last card shown -- two of our gals are named Watt (former and current).  They, of course, are in love with the card.

There's no technique involved here - just plain old place and glue with a little coloring involved.

And for the WATT's...

Now if I knew of stamp sets with all your last names, we'd be having a grand time!  But we don't and I won't.

As mentioned in the newsletter, you'll need your regular class kit and some markers.  Check out the photos above and choose your colors accordingly.  

See you soon!

Donna

Book Jacket cards

DATE:  Sunday, February 5th

TIME:  12:30 - 2:30

COST:  $25

JANUARY - gone!  

FEBRUARY - coming up fast!  So let's fill it with some fun cards.  I have a book jacket card for you that is super easy and fun to create.  I've created three different cards for you, the last one of which will be in the colors you choose and with no sentiments involved -- you can decide later what theme you want to use it for!

So here we go.  I've shown the first card front face and then opened.  The next two cards are shown face front only -- they all work the same.

On this card we will use embossing folders and patterned paper...

On the next card we will use patterned paper only...

Our last card will be created using whatever two colors of ink you decide to bring with you.  Then we'll use a technique that is rarely used and often forgotten.  Can you guess what it is?

I have ONE spot left in this class, so hurry and contact me via email, text, phone, etc. to reserve your spot!

As mentioned in the newsletter, don't forget to choose two ink colors that you like and the applicators to go with them.

See you in February!

Donna

Tile Cards

DATE:  Sunday, January 21st

TIME:  12:30 - 2:30

COST:  $25

OK, so here we are mid-January already!  How is this possible?  Time does fly when you're having fun and I'm having lots of fun creating classes for you.  As mentioned in the newsletter, we may be revisiting some old techniques or tools from the past during the year.  We often overlook things when something new catches our eye (that would NEVER happen to me!!!).  So you are warned in advance.

Anyway, this next class features tile cards which we have not done before, but I thought they were an interesting spin on card styles.  The only "daunting" thing about these cards is what to put on each tile of the card!  Here's what I'm talking about...

This is a simple black and white to start you off with -- a lot less to think about, yes?

And here's a photo with the card partially spread apart...

And our second card is a little fancier, but simple nonetheless...

(A little mirror card action going on here...)

So I hope you'll join me on January 21st for another fun fold card!

Donna

 

Using Stamping Foam

DATE:  Sunday, January 7th

TIME:  12:30 - 2:30

COST:  $25 (please note new fee)

Happy New Year one and all!  As always, these holidays are hectic but, oh so worth it, in the long run.  I sincerely hope you all had good holidays.

We'll be kicking in the new year with a fun new/old technique/tool - stamping foam.  Stamping foam has been around for about 10 years and like anything else, what's old is new again.  This is a really fun tool to use for card making as there are many other tools you can use in conjunction with it to create some really fun backgrounds.  In our next class we'll be using stencils, dies, embossing folders and maybe a household item or two.  Come see what I mean on 1/7!

Here's a photo of stamping foam in case you are unaware of this tool.

And here are some photos of some cards we'll be creating using different texture mediums. 

Using pinpoint dies...

Using embossing folders...

Using stencils...

We are definitely going to have some fun in this class.  I have suggested in the newsletter that you bring along any inks that make you happy.  It doesn't matter what colors - that's your choice.  With stamping foam you can use die inks, oxides or pigments.

Please make note of the "SNOW WARNING" in the newsletter.  This will stand through the winter season.  I want all of you to be safe during snow season.  All classes will be held, just pushed ahead in case of snow.

I look forward to seeing you all in 2024!

Donna

 

More Christmas Cards

DATE:  SATURDAY, DECEMBER 2nd (please note the Date and Time!)

TIME:  11:00 am - 1pm

COST:  $20

Saying goodbye to 2023!  Yup, this is our last class of the year.  And what better way than to create the last of our Christmas cards.  I'd like to mention that our November 19th class with the easel Christmas trees was a stand out day.  You ladies did a super job!

So let's do some more fun holiday cards.  I've got that new snowman from Hero Arts peeking around the corner and another card with none other than SNOWY!  Snowy has been around for about 15 years - in stamp form.  Now he's in die form and as cute as ever.  We'll be creating a step card with Snowy that's simple yet a little unusual (you be the judge).  Then to round out the creativity, we'll be making two different gift card enclosure cards.  Gift cards seem to be the way of the world now, so we might as well roll with it, get creative and "build" some cards around them.

The following are the snowmen cards:

Next up are the gift enclosure cards:

and inside (gift card on left)...

And our next card is a pop up gift card...

On another note, I have made a difficult executive decision about class cost.  As with everything else around us (food, clothing, taxes - you get the idea), the cost of goods for card making has increased as well.  I have never raised my prices in 20 years (yes, you read that correctly!), so as of the first of 2024, price per class will be $25.  There may be the occasional class where I don't feel it warrants that price and, believe it or not, the price of that class will decrease.  I love teaching and I love teaching this wonderful group of ladies.  We've formed our very own Paper Making Circle and have become so comfortable with one another that we are almost finishing each other's sentences!!😛

One more thing:  We had to change the date of this class to 12/2 as many of the girls had other commitments.  Everyone agrees that changing the date to 12/2 (originally set for 12/3) was in everyone's interest.  The start time will be 11am - so get out of bed, lazy head, and get to class!

Lastly, please confirm or deny that you will be attending on 12/2 as many had already signed up for the 3rd.  I just need to know in order to prep for the right number of attendees.  Email, text or send a love letter letting me know.  I appreciate it!

See you on the 2nd!

Donna

POP UP CHRISTMAS TREE CARDS

 DATE:  Sunday, NOVEMER 19TH

TIME:  12:30 - 2:30

COST:  $20

Thanksgiving isn't even here, but I feel that we are heading at warp speed toward Christmas.  Why is it that some years are fairly leisurely and others...  For me, this is moving too fast!  So let's help you catch up with Father Time and create some more Christmas cards.

We'll be using a rather interesting but super easy technique to create these cards.  I'm offering two different sizes - traditional A2 size and the ever growing popular A7 (5x7) cards.  

First up, is the A2 using traditional holiday colors using lots of shine and glitter:

And our second card is an A7 size.  I'm growing a fondness for this size -- it gives you more "real estate" to play with.  This card shows lots of glitter and glitz but uses non-traditional colors.

It looks like this class just filled up!  If this is something you'd really love to create, just message me in any of the traditional ways and I'll set up a private class for you.

As always, I look forward to seeing you all.

Donna