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
Thursday March 25, 11-1
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 will show you how to color, blend, and achieve beautiful life-like colored images. We have chosen a new selection of images to practice and learn color pencils. Based on Prismacolor’s 36 count set along with a required gray pencil we’ll expand your coloring skills! Bring your basic kit and check the website for any additional supplies you may need.
Instructor: TBA | Cost: $15.00
Tuesday, April 27th 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! Create another layout incorporating the technique or products used in class and bring your original layout to the next class and pay only $5 for the class! What a great way to create an album.
Instructor: Sharon | Cost: $13.00/2 pg. layout
Graphic 45 - Ephemera Queen
We are continuing to share our love of Graphic 45 into 2021 in this class. We will use a variety of new and old G45 collections. Each session will have new cards or a paper project. We are using a new collection called Ephemera Queen in this class. These papers are lovely; so detailed, with beautiful colors and designs. Come create some truly unique projects that you will love. Bring your basic kit and check the web site for any additional supplies you may need. Bring your basic kit, including a variety of cutting tools and adhesives. This class will be offered in-store and as a ZOOM class. Instructor: Sharon, Cost: *NOTE: If you'd like to join us to work on a current or past G45 class or their monthly kit, see the *NOTE next.
Instructor: Sharon | Cost: $20.00
Thurs. Feb. 25th 11-1 PM (in-store) Tues. March 2nd 6-8 PM (ZOOM)
*NOTE: Graphic 45 Meet-UP!
WANTED!: G45 paper lovers! We will meet every second Monday of the month at the store. Bring your unfinished club kits, your new monthly project and card kits or whatever Graphic 45 creation you have in the works. It's a great opportunity to meet fellow G45'ers and maybe to get some help, if needed, to complete your monthly card/class kits. Are you interested?!? Call the store and leave your name and phone number. Charlene (one of our customer instructors for G45, will be organizing this recurring event). There is no fee to attend.
Second Monday of every month.
Mon. March 8th 11-2 (This date's meet-up will focus on the February G45 Kit)
Mon. April 12th 11-2 Mon. May 10th 11-2
Whipper Snapper Winter Snowmen
Whipper Snapper designs are too cute to not do a class! Join Sharon and create a selection of cards with these cute little guys. Our images are colored with Copics but you can substitute your favorite coloring medium. We are offering this class in-store and ZOOM. Have your basic kit handy and join us making snowmen fun.
Instructor: Sharon | Cost: $15.00
Tues. Feb. 23rd 11-1 PM (in-store) Thurs. March 4th 6-8 PM (ZOOM)
Pretty Pink Posh
Kim has created an adorable class using Pretty Pink Posh stamps and dies. Accented with a fun, colorful, plaid paper throughout, these are not only fun to create but will surely bring a smile to those who receive them (if you can bear to give them away!) We used Copics to color but feel free to use your favorite coloring medium. This class will be both in-store and ZOOM. Bring your basic kit and plenty of foam squares!
Instructor: Kim | Cost: $20.00
Wed. March 3rd 10:30-12:30 PM (in-store/ZOOM) Fri. March 12th 11-1 PM (in-store/ZOOM)
Wed. March 17th 10:30-12:30 PM (in-store/ZOOM)
Whipper Snapper St. Patrick's Day
Join us for some serious 'wearin' of the green' in the Whipper Snapper St. Patrick's Day class. WS makes some really fun leprechauns and Sharon has turned them into a fun card set to give to those who celebrate the day. Sharon used Copics in this class but feel free to use whatever coloring medium works best for you. Bring your basic kit and this class will be offered in-store and ZOOM. (Wearing green to class is optional!)
Instructor: Sharon | Cost: $20.00
Sat. March 6th 11-1 PM (in-store/ZOOM) Tues. March 9th 11-1 PM (in-store) Tues. March 9th 6-8 PM (ZOOM)
Spellbinders Slimline
Slimline cards are all the rage right now and Sharon is using several of her favorite slimline dies from Spellbinders in this class. Included in the class is a mini flower die. Join Sharon as she shows you how much fun slimline's can be and how easy they are to create. Remember, slimlines fit in regular letter sized envelopes. No need for special sized envelopes. This class will be offered in-store and ZOOM. Check the supply list for everything you may need besides your basic kit.
Instructor: Sharon | Cost: $30.00
Fri. March 5th 11-1 PM (in-store) Thurs. March 11th 6-8 PM (ZOOM) Sat. March 13th 11-1PM (in-store/ZOOM)
3D Cube Cards
We learned a new interactive card during Maker Mania, the Cube Card. It looks a little complicated but is really easy. We will be doing three cards, each with a different sentiment. All the cards fit into a standard A2 envelope. It's a fun take on a dimensional card that will be a fun surprise for it's recipient. Bring your basic kit and make sure to include several types of adhesive including liquid and your favorite strong adhesive and foam squares. Any coloring was done with Copics. This class will be offered both in-store and via ZOOM.
Instructor: Donna | Cost: $20.00
Thurs. March 11th 11-1 PM (in-store/ZOOM) Tues. March 23rd 11-1 PM (in-store/ZOOM)
Intro to Watercolors 101
This class will be a basic instructional watercolor painting class using the Stampendous Fun Friday series but with our own twist. Learn color mixing, water control, brush use and care and much more. You will be using 6 Daniel Smith Essential Colors, a #10 SNAP brush and Fran's Favorite folding palette, which are available in the store.
Instructor: Charlene | Cost: $15.00
Thurs. March 18th 11-1 PM (in-store/ZOOM)
Beginning Watercolor Markers
Who knew there were so many watercolor palettes and forms to choose from? In this month's class we are going to use the new Karin Brushmarker Pro pens. These are a beautiful, more vibrant colored brush marker. They are quickly becoming our new standard for a watercolor pen. More details on class specifics will be coming but be sure to save the date if you want to expand your watercolor knowledge.
Instructor: Charlene | Cost:
Thursday, April 15th 11-1
Winter Spring 2021 Stamp Camp!
Join us for our new session of winter/spring stamp camp! Kits will be available for in-store pickup, or can be mailed directly to you! The sessions offered will be a mix of both ZOOM and in-store classes. Check the dates out below! Please note that the in-store sessions are limited to 8 spots. Check the Supply list on-line. If there is anything you need we can ship at the same time we ship your kit for ZOOM attendees. The cost of SC also includes some product used in the camp. Everyone who registers (whether it's via ZOOM, in-store, or a kit) will be emailed a list of photographs and instructions for each card.
Instructor: Sharon | Cost: $50.00
Sat. Feb. 27th 10-3 PM (in-store) Sun. Feb. 28th 12-3 PM (ZOOM) Mon. March 1st 10-3 PM (in-store)
The Magician's Apprentice with Seth Apter & Crafter's Home
Seth Apter will be summoning all his creative powers to bring you this exclusively magical workshop for Crafters Home. Be under no illusion, this spellbinding class will leave you shouting ‘Ta-Da’, ‘Abracadabra’ and any other magical phrases we can squeeze into this 2-hour show! Using mind-bending formulas from Aladine Izink provided in your kit, along with supplies that you will be conjuring up, Seth will take you on a journey of immersive textures and enchanting colors that will thrill and excite mixed media makers and creative card crafters alike. Combining powerful new color-crazy concepts and innovative techniques, Seth will reveal some of the biggest secrets of crafting magic so that you, The Apprentice, can harness these powers, be inspired and go forth to create your own magical masterpieces. You will leave this class with 2 finished projects, a host of new techniques, and some all-new potions that you can add to your own portfolio of creative sorcery. Kits can be purchased in store or online via our website and can be picked up at the store or mailed directly to you (for an additional shipping fee). Click the 'Shop Online' tab at the top of the page to purchase yours today!
Instructor: Seth Apter | Cost: $50.00
Sat. May 8th 1-3 PM (virtual event on Facebook)
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.