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Welcome Back - Let's have some alcohol with Brenda!

 Get hooked on alcohol - ink that is! - using Yupo paper and Ranger inks.....






Come and play with swipe, agate and print pull techniques to create stunning backgrounds from sunsets, stained glass and fantasy.  In class we will create colorful and whimsical compositions to turn into backgrounds for 3 unique cards.  Each technique taught will give three pieces.  You will choose one to use in class for your card and then take the other two home to add to your background stash.


Ranger's alcohol ink and Gina K dye inks used in this class listed below.  If you prefer to use your own ink, please look at the pictures and bring inks close in color. 


Alcohol Inks:  Valencia, Sunset Orange, Sunshine Yellow, Dandelion, Limeade, Ginger, Purple Twilight, Raspberry, Amethyst, Pistachio, Turquoise, Blending Solution and Ink Lift Solution.


Gina K Inks:  Lucky Clover, Wild Lilac, Blue Raspberry, Lemon Drop, Blue Denim and In the Navy.

This class size is limited so register soon!  Please call the store to register 250-769-1257.

Although we will do our best to maintain proper social distancing, MASKS ARE REQUIRED IN CLASS - no exceptions.


            Saturday, September 19th     9:00 - Noon

             OR

            Saturday, October 17th          9:00 - Noon 


COST:  $28.00    - Sorry no kits available


Supplies to bring to class:

Blending handles and felts - rectangle, blending handles and foam - round, blending brushes could replace blending handles/felts/foam above,  double-sided tape/strong glue, bone folder, tweezers, scissors, non-stick craft mat, 4" brayer, paper trimmer, wet wipes or craft cloth, assorted stamping blocks, gloves, hand pump or cool set air gun.

Tools available for sharing:

Die cut machine, paper trimmer, score tool, stamp positioning tool and heat gun.






"Frosty" Tri-Fold Card Shutter Card, with Hazel


"Frosty" Tri-Fold Shutter Card with Hazel Embellished
with stamping, inking and an adorable snowman, this
uniquely folded card will make a lovely greeting for
someone extra special. You will receive thorough
instructions and a diagram to recreate this card
with any occasion you desire.

Cost: $15.00

Dates:

Friday, December 11th, 6:30pm - 9:30pm

Wednesday, December 16th, 9:30am - 12:00am

Let It Snow! with Hazel


Look for this amazing two-page spread using Bo-Bunnies Glitter Series now available at Memories & More. This class is being offered to kick-off our new "Two-page Spread of the Month Club" with Hazel. Don't miss it!

Cost: $20.00

Dates:

Thursday, Dec. 10th, 6:30PM - 9:00PM - (FULL)
Tuesday, Dec. 15th, 9:30AM - 12.00PM - (available)

Whimsical Christmas Cards, with Maresa







Did you miss the Tim Holtz inspired Christmas card workshop? In this class we are taking it down a notch. Although we will be using the Distress Crackle Paints, Alcohol Inks, Distress Inks, Fancy Pants Christmas Magic, etc, to create wonderful cards, this class won't overload your holiday stressed brain with too many complicated techniques. Never fear, you will learn a myriad of tips and tricks, including how to make your own snow, and how to make a window in your Cuttlebug folders.

Dates: Monday November 9, 2009 6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. FULL
Thursday November 19, 2009 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. 1 SPACE LEFT

Cost: $25.00

Bring: Basic tool kit, and an email will be sent out with the recommended supplies

Stationery Suitcase, with Maresa





Most people are so enamored with the clever design of the packaging, that they don't realize that this lovely suitcase houses a treasure trove of goodies. The workshop not only includes the suitcase, but cards, envelopes and altered paper clips. Since I'm sure you won't be able to stop at just one, I will provide you with a photo tutorial of the project, as well as templates for those hard-to-find 3"x3" envelopes.
Though we use the MME Andrea Victoria papers, this project will lend itself beautifully to any theme/colour scheme that you choose. Let your imagination go wild!

Wednesday November 18, 2009 6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Sunday November 22, 2009 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Cost: $30.00

Bring: Basic tool kit, and an email will be sent out with the recommended supplies

Caught In Crystal: Winter Birds, with Maresa







Attention technique junkies. Here is another workshop that will "feed your need." Using alcohol inks, pigment powders, and other goodies we will be creating images that look more like art, rather than crafts. Paired with BoBunny 'Tis the Season papers, Nestabilities and a few of the new May Arts ribbons, these cards are worth a second look...or three.

Dates: Tuesday November 24, 2009 6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. 1 SPACE LEFT
Thursday November 26, 2009 9:30a.m. - 12:30 p.m. FULL
Sunday November 29, 2009 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. FULL

Thursday December 3, 2009 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. ADDED DUE TO DEMAND

Cost: $25.00

Bring: Basic took kit, ink blending tools & felts.

Holiday Tiles, with Maresa




Let's face it, despite our best intentions of planning ahead, many of us will run out of time and the holidays will be here before we know it. This project is the perfect answer to those last minute gift dilemmas. This is a quick, cost effective present that is both pretty and functional. We will be creating four stamped tiles that can be used to display or, if you can bring yourself to cover them up, can be used as coasters.

Dates: Wednesday November 11, 2009 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. FULL
Wednesday November 25, 2009
6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Cost: $20.00

Bring: If you have a Black StazOn pad and an embossing gun, please bring them. :)

Christmas Explosion Box Album, with Ellen




Join Ellen to make this delightful little explosion album. It's sure to become a family treasure when filled with your precious photos.

You'll spend the first hour measuring, cutting and applying adhesive to create the box, then the rest of the time will be spend embellishing it. You can follow Ellen's example or add your own unique touches.

Date: Saturday November 7, 2009 class postponed
Saturday December 5, 2009
10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Cost: $30.00

Bring: Scissors, [large and small would be good] ruler, [at least 12 inches long] paper trimmer, sharp pencil, scoring blade [or other implement for scoring] adhesives [double sided tape, sticky dots, glue pen] hole punch, eyelet setter, Xacto type blade. Optional: Corner punch, fine tip markers, paper piercer, distressing ink or chalk

Christmas Glitter Wood Blocks, with Annette





This is a project which is courtesy of Haroldine (Be Creative Tape) and Deanna (Glitter Ritz), involving the glittering of four images cut with Sizzix Sizzlets. These will be attached to wood blocks to sit on your mantle, or to give as gifts to loved ones. When making these on your own, you can use them on a card. The images will be 2 ¾” square.


Dates: Saturday November 14, 2009

10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Wednesday November 18, 2009

10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Cost: $30.00


Bring: Your basic kit (no ScorPal), fine point tweezers, a scalpel or Xacto knife, and a large soft brush (to brush off glitter). If you have 12 mm Be Creative tape, please bring it, but I will supply that tape so do not purchase a roll just for the class. If you have a glitter magnet (the cloth for picking up glitter), PLEASE bring it but, again, I will have some available.

Club Kids: Christmas Special, with Hazel



Front

Back



Sign up with Hazel to make this fun trio. The hexagon card is two-sided with a photo of you, for someone you love. The star card will stand or hang and the delightful purse will make a great gift package. All three pieces can double as Christmas decorations.

Dates: Sunday, November 8, 2009
9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Cost: $20.00

Bring: One 3x4 photo, scissors, adhesives and tweezers

Dahlia Folding, with Annette









Have you ever tried the intricacies of dahlia folding? If not, this is your chance to learn the fold and how to assemble a number of the "petals" into flowers to create unique cards. In this class, you will learn the basic fold, basic assembly and creative applications to produce four beautiful cards where, if you change the sentiments, can be “all occasion”. You will also make a card holder so that the cards can be a special gift.

Date: Saturday November 21, 2009
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Cost: $25.00

Tim Holtz Inspired Christmas Cards, with Maresa







In the style of Tim Holtz, these cards are technique laden and a visual treat. Come to class and let your creativity loose! Three cards, three hours! Learn to combine Distress Inks, Paint Dabbers, Grungeboard, Perfect Pearls, masks, Idea-ology elements, Distress Stickles and a myriad of other products for amazing results.

Tuesday, October 13, 2009, 6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. FULL
Sunday, October 18, 2009, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. FULL
Thursday, October 29, 2009, 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

If you are interested in taking this class, please call the store [250-769-1257] and have your name put on the waiting list. More classes will be added to meet the demand.

Cost: $25.00

NOTE: This class is not recommended for beginners.

Autumn Glimmer Cards, with Maresa









The cooler weather has arrived, and the fall season has inspired this class. Paired with simple stamps and the amazing Glimmer Mists, these cards are quick and easy to create. Come to class and learn how to use this fun product, and for those of you who want to take a step further, learn how to mix your own glimmer sprays.

Dates: Sunday, October 4, 2009 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. FULL
Wednesday, October 7, 2009 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. FULL
Friday, October 16, 2009 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. [Added due to demand]
Monday, October 26, 2009 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Cost: $20.00

"Colorful" Christmas Cards, with Maresa








Using My Mind's Eye "Colorful Christmas" line of papers, you will create four adorable cards using a variety of techniques including glittering, using the Xyron machine, Nestabilities and punches as well as unique paper folding ideas.

Date: Thursday, October 15, 2009 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Cost: $20.00

Club Cricut: "It's A Recipe Thing", with Maresa






With the holidays coming quickly, this project is a great gift idea. Do your guests ask you to share "that great" recipe? Are you looking for a fast, fun and affordable way to share said recipes? We will be using Jenni Bowling printed paper, acrylic paper, pom-pom ribbon and paper edgers to create a project that you can adapt to include as many, or as few recipes as you want.

Note: A .pdf of the recipe cards will be shared so that you can print as many as you need, and for those of you who own a Cricut, .cut files will be provided.

Date: Sunday, October 25, 2009 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Cost: $25.00