Class Descriptions
All classes require that you have attended the beginning stamp class, or have basic stamping knowledge. Please read the 'class policy' listed at the end of this class list. It is imperative that you bring your Basic Kit to each class. Before attending class, please check the website for any additional supplies that may be needed. We will attempt to post supply lists for all of the classes within 48 hours of the first session. There is a 10% discount offered on class-specific items, only. This discount does not apply to basic supplies, unless they are used in a technique specifically taught during that class.
All classes are payable by CASH OR CHECK ONLY!
Basic Stamping Kit
A permanent black dye ink pad, assorted markers/colored pencils, a quickie glue pen, a pencil, a ruler, an eraser, scissors, an exacto knife & cutting mat, double-sided tape, a craft pad, a brown ink pad with a distressing tool, one clear and one black gel pen, a clear Wink of Stella pen, foam tape, and your favorite paper adhesive.
Basic Scrapbook Kit
12” paper trimmer, scissors, fine fussy cutting scissors, an exacto knife & cutting mat, a brown ink pad with a distressing tool, a 12” ruler, a variety of adhesives (including a tape runner), liquid glue or a glue stick, foam pop squares, a pencil and an eraser.
Beginning Stamping
Come and learn the basic techniques of rubber and acrylic stamping! In this class you will learn the proper use of various stamp products along with several stamping techniques including embossing. All supplies are included.
Instructor: Charlene | Cost: $15.00
Beginning Copics
Let us demystify Copic markers for you. Learn the numbering system and how it helps you combine colors for successful blending and coloring. Bring your Copics, Basic Kit and check the web site for any additional supplies you may need.
Instructor: Sharon | Cost: $15.00
Copic Basics: Skin Tones
So many of us use Copics and want to improve our color choices and blending. Sharon has created a class to help with just that. In this class we will be showing you how to create different skin tones. We will take the same stamped image, a little girl and show you how to create a variety of skin tones that will suit your every need. NOTE: this is a technique class. You will not be making cards, but you will keep your samples as a reference and guide for future use. Check the website for the colors you will need.
Instructor: Sharon | Cost: $15.00
Beginning Pencils 3.0
Many of our most favorite images are colored with Prismacolor Pencils.
We are excited to now offer Faber-Castell Polychromos as open stock. We will show you how to color, blend, and achieve beautiful life-like colored images with these pencils along with our traditional Prismacolors. We have chosen a new selection of images to practice and learn color pencils.Bring your pencils and basic kit and check the website for any additional supplies you may need.
Instructor: Charlene | Cost: $15.00
Tues. Aug. 24th 11-1 (in-store & Zoom)
Intermediate Pencils
Instructor: Charlene I Cost $15.00
Tues. July 20th 11-1 (in-store & Zoom)
Clean up, meet up!
We invite you to join us on the second Monday of every month from 10-1 PM for our clean up, meet up session! This is the perfect opportunity for you to complete any of your unfinished class projects that you may have sitting around. There is no fee for this class, but we do ask that you 'sign up' prior-to so that we know how many will be attending. During this time Charlene will be available to assist you or answer any questions that you may have!
There is no fee to attend this meeting on the 2nd Monday of every month.
Instructor: Charlene | Cost: FREE
Mon. July 12th 11-1
Monthly Layout Class
Please join us for our monthly layout class. Each month we will present a 12x12” double page layout that features a new technique or product. What makes this class unique is what comes next. You will have a homework assignment! What a great way to create an album. July's layout features a patriotic red, white and blue theme for your summer holiday photos.
Instructor: Sharon | Cost: $13.00
Weds. July 14th 11-12:30 PM (in-store; kits also available)
Watercolor Thursdays!
Welcome to the world of watercolors! This class runs once a month, on a Thursday, and will feature different watercolor mediums and techniques in each session. Please note this is an instructional class and will not always feature a card or a complete project.
May's class will focus mixing on a color palette using Daniel Smith colors and a #10 Round Snap brush. For each class check the supply list tab for any materials you may need for the class.
Instructor: Charlene | Cost: $15.00Thurs. July 15th 11-1 PM (ZOOM & in-store)
Graphic 45 Cards
We're back with our popular Graphic 45 cards this month featuring the Farmhouse collection of ephemera cards and backgrounds. We've accented these cards with Gina Marie Dies. How do we keep them down on the farm? Just show them this great selection of cards from Graphic 45! You will need your basic kit, a variety of adhesives including pop squares and or foam tape for popping your images.
Instructor: Sharon | Cost: $20
Thurs. July 22nd 6-8 PM (ZOOM) Tues. July 27th 11-1 in-store
By the Shore
Between last year's lockdown and the warm weather we've had so far, visions of a day at the beach are are inspired by these cards. Using Hero Arts, So Light Studio and Poppy dies you will create four cards that are accented with oxide inks and textured netting. You will need your basic kit along with Distressed Oxide inks Antique Linen, Frayed Burlap and Tattered Rose along with a distress tool and pads or brushes.
Instructor: Sharon | Cost: $20.00
Fri. July 23rd 11-1 (in-store & Zoom) Tues. Aug. 3rd 11-1 (in-store)
Alcohol Ink Silhouettes
This is such a fun class! No two card backgrounds or individuals cards will be the same. Come and experiment with alcohol inks on a variety of papers including Yupo, Sparkle and synthetic eco. Your alcohol backgrounds will be highlighted with Sizzix and other die coveralls. Bring your basic kit and a craft mat to assist in creating these fun and colorful cards.
Instructor: Sharon | Cost: $20.00
Sat. July 17th 11-1 PM (ZOOM & in-store) Mon. July 26th 11-1 (in-store)
MFT Summertime Wreath
Kim is back with this lovely card set featuring My Favorite Things spring wreath and songbird stamps and dies. Soothing pastel colors in paper and coloring choices are used for these cards. Kim used Copic to color her images. You are welcome to bring your favorite coloring medium if you are not a Copic person. Bring your basic kit, your favorite coloring medium and join us for these lovely cards.
Instructor: Kim | Cost: $20.00
Fri. July 16th 11-1 (ZOOM & in-store) Weds. July 28th 10:30-12:30 (ZOOM & in-store)
49th & Market Nature Album
Join Sharon and create this beautiful album utilizing a beautiful nature inspired collection of papers and embellishments from 49th & Market. Lovely greens, soft browns, muted yellows, pale teals and blues with dimensional accents and coordinated die cuts and inked accents help finish this album that will fit your summer travel or staycation garden photos. Bring your basic kit and check the website for any additional supplies you may need.
Instructor: Sharon | Cost:
Graphic 45 Lighthouse Folio
This class is based on G45's beautiful summer by the sea, lighthouse collection of papers. Based in red and blue with shaded accents this is one of our favorite collections from G45. Sharon has created a folding folio to highlight these papers and create a perfect vehicle for showcasing your vacation by the sea photos. Check the website for any additional materials you may need besides your basic kit and come join the fun in the very satisfying folio class.
Instructor: Sharon | Cost: $30
(kits available)
NEW Pinkfresh Cards
Sharon shared photos of this class on one of her Facebook posts. In this class you will get the stamp, the stencil and the die! Sharon will show you how versatile these combinations can be. You will create 3-4 cards with the inspiration to make many, many more! Bring your basic kit, your favorite coloring medium and check the website for any additional items you may need.
Instructor: Sharon | Cost: $50.00 (reflects the inclusion of the stamp, die and stencil)
Penny Black - Flying Colors
Sharon is using Penny Black's new stamp, Flying Colors to create these cards. As part of the class you will be getting the stamp so you can create more cards on your own. You will use Tombow Markers (you choose your palette depending on the color of your Tombow), ink pads and embossing powders to create your images and then color them. Bring your basic kit and check the website class supply list for any other supplies you may need. This class will be offered both in-store and via ZOOM.
Instructor: Sharon | Cost: $30.00
Sat. July 24th 11-1 (ZOOM & in-store) Thurs. July 29th 11-1 PM (in-store)
MFT Summertime Flower Cards
This is a great class if you want to learn how to color with copic markers! If you already are experienced with copics you will love these images from the MFT Company. In our supply list we have listed the colors Sharon used in each card. Feel free to use what you have or change them all together. If you want to use colored pencils instead that fine too!
Instructor: Sharon / Cost: $20
Thurs. Aug. 5th 11-1 (in-store) Thurs. Aug. 12th 6-8 pm (Zoom)
Summer Stamp Camp!
It's back! You will be making approximately 12+ cards featuring Summer themes, along with traditional card subjects. Bring along your basic kit, a phone, or a camera to take pictures of the card samples and be prepared to spend a busy, but fun, day making cards! There will be an additional supply list, so be sure to check the 'class supply list' page. If you'd like to bring a snack to share, we wouldn't say no! The cost is $50 per person, which includes a free gift!
Instructor: Sharon | Cost: $50.00
Sat. Aug. 7th 10-3 PM (in-store) Sun. Aug. 8th 12-3 PM (ZOOM) Tues. Aug. 10th 1-3 PM (in-store)
Class Reservation and Payment Policy
Reservations and payment are required for all classes. Classes are to be paid for in cash or check. Payment for classes can be mailed in or made in person. Classes that do not meet attendance requirements will be canceled and you will be notified by phone the day before. Any monies paid will be refunded or you can apply it to another class. If you cancel a class with less than 48 hours’ notice, you will be required to pay for the class.