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Hero Arts Colour Layering Extravaganza, with Denica & Maresa






Please join us for a day of crafting fun!  This will be Gina's last official event as owner of Memories and More, and we will be celebrating with goodies and a ton of prizes.

Hero Arts offers a multitude of fun and whimsical stamp layering sets, not to mention a huge array of awesome inks. This class will feature their products, plus great tips and tricks for stamp and die aligning, picking palettes for colour layering and will give boost your confidence if you haven't quite decided to take the leap into multi-layer stamping.  No actual colouring is involved, so don't be afraid! :)

Date: Sunday August 14, 2016 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. [2 SEATS LEFT]
OR
Sunday August 14, 2016 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. [FULL]
Cost: $25.00 
OR
Kits: $25.00 [+ $3.50 shipping, if applicable]

Supplies to bring:
Basic tool kit, including
- pop dots [a variety] OR 2mm fun foam
- Mono Multi glue [or a clear-drying brand]
- Be Creative tape OR a tape runner
- Ranger Multi Medium Matte
- Glossy Accents
- broad water brush OR a large [½"-ish] paint brush

- scissors
- tweezers
- paper towel

Recommended to bring:  [These are items that IF you should have them, please bring them.  We will have supplies to share with the class, but having your own is always a time-saver.]
- non-stick craft mat
- any "clear" Stickles [like Crystal or Stardust]
- an ink blending tool[s] with 2 foam applicators
- Tim Holtz Distress Ink Peacock Feathers, Salty Ocean, Tumbled Glass, Faded Jeans & Broken China
- McGill Paper Blossom Tool Kit & Molding Mat



Stack a Stash: Christmas In July with Denica, Hazel and Maresa






Ho! Ho! Ho! Once again, it is time for our yearly "Christmas in July" class and we hope that you'll be able to join us. 

Call the store at 250-769-1257 to register.

Date: Sunday July 24, 2016 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. 
Sunday July 24, 2016 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. 

Cost:  $22.00
Kits:  $22.00 + 3.50 shipping, if applicable

Supplies to bring:

- Basic tool kit, including
- pop dots [a variety]
- Scotch tape
- Mono Multi glue [or a clear-drying brand]
- Fine tip glue pen  
- Ranger Multi-Medium Matte
- Ranger Glossy Accents
- scissors
- tweezers

Recommended to bring:  [These are items that IF you should have them, please bring them.  I will have supplies to share with the class, but having your own is always a time-saver.]

- non-stick craft mat
- Tim Holtz Distress Ink Tumbled Glass
- Memento Teal Zeal OR Tim Holtz Distress Ink Broken China
- Ink blending tool, with a foam applicator
- Stickles, a "clear" colour







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Pretty in Pink, with Maresa







Altenew is my continuing obsession.  Each time we get in a new order of these fabulous stamps, I always find one or two new "favourites".  

This class features great tips and tricks for stamp and die aligning, picking palettes for colour layering and will give boost your confidence if you haven't quite decided to take the leap into multi-layer stamping.  No colouring is involved, so don't be afraid! :)

These cards can be easily adapted to any occasion, and a variety of sentiments will be provided. Alternately, you can leave the sentiments blank and stamp them to suit as the need arises.

Date: Thursday June 30, 2016 10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Sunday July 10, 2016 10:00 a.m. - 12:30 [ish] p.m.
Cost: $25.00
Kits: $25.00 [+ $3.50 shipping, if applicable]

Supplies to bring:
Basic tool kit, including
- pop dots [a variety] OR 2mm fun foam
- Mono Multi glue [or a clear-drying brand]
- Glossy Accents
- Fine tip glue pen or Ranger Multi-Medium Matte
- scissors
- tweezers

Recommended to bring:  [These are items that IF you should have them, please bring them.  I will have supplies to share with the class, but having your own is always a time-saver.]
- non-stick craft mat
- any "clear" Stickles [like Crystal or Stardust]
- an opaque white pen



June Stack a Stash, with Maresa




On the last Sunday of each month, we teach a card class called Stack A Stash. Each month you will make two all occasion cards [theme to be determined by the instructor] and two Christmas cards. This is such a great way to start your stash of cards, and have them on-hand when an occasion arises.

This month you will be creating two Christmas cards, and two all occasion cards.  This floral card can be adapted for pretty much any need, just by changing up the sentiment stamp. A selection of stamps will be available for your use.

Call the store at 250-769-1257 to register, or place your order for a kit.

Date: Sunday June 26, 2016 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Sunday June 26, 2016 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Cost:  $22.00
Kits: $22.00 [plus $3.50 shipping, if applicable] Kits are available June 26th, unless you arrange for an earlier pick-up/delivery date.

Supplies to bring:

NOTE:  *We will be constructing 2 shaker cards.  Please bring whatever materials are your preference for making shaker boxes -- 3mm fun foam, foam tape, or pop-dots.  If you are bringing 3mm fun foam, please cut it into ¼" strips. Further, whether you use 5mm Be Creative tape, or Tombow Mono-Multi glue is personal preference.

- Basic tool kit, including
- pop dots [a variety] OR 3mm fun foam, or foam tape*
- Mono Multi glue [or a clear-drying brand] OR 5mm Be Creative tape
- Glossy Accents [a fine tip is recommended]
- Fine tip glue pen or Ranger Multi-Medium Matte
- scissors
- tweezers
- baby wipes 

Recommended to bring:  [These are items that IF you should have them, please bring them.  I will have supplies to share with the class, but having your own is always a time-saver.]

- non-stick craft mat
- Yellow Stickles
McGill Paper Blossom Tool Kit & Molding Mat

12th Anniversary Event, with Denica, Marcy, Michelle & Maresa

Join us for our 12th Anniversary celebration at Memories and More and learn wonderful ways to use supplies such as Color Bursts watercolor powders, alcohol inks, Distress stains, stencils and inks! We have a few spaces left in our afternoon session. Door prizes and goodies included!
Date: Saturday, June 18, 2016 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Cost: $12.00
Supplies to bring:
Basic tool kit, including
-Pop dots
-Mono Multi glue
-Tape runner or Be Creative Tape
-Fine tip glue pen
-Scissors
-Craft mat

Beautiful Day, with Maresa





Altenew is my new obsession.  Each time we get in a new order of these fabulous stamps, I always find one or two new "favourites".  Since Beautiful Day was my first love, I couldn't resist doing a class with these lovely stamps.

This class features great tips and tricks for stamp and die aligning, picking palettes for colour layering and will give boost your confidence if you haven't quite decided to take the leap into multi-layer stamping.

These cards can be easily adapted to any occasion, and a variety of sentiments will be provided. Alternately, you can leave the sentiments blank and stamp them to suit as the need arises.

Date: Friday May 13, 2016 10:00 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Sunday May 15, 2016 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Cost: $25.00

Supplies to bring:
- Basic tool kit, including
- pop dots [a variety] OR 2mm fun foam
- Mono Multi glue [or a clear-drying brand]
- Glossy Accents
- Fine tip glue pen or Ranger Multi-Medium Matte
- scissors
- tweezers

Recommended to bring:  [These are items that IF you should have them, please bring them.  I will have supplies to share with the class, but having your own is always a time-saver.]
- non-stick craft mat
- any "clear" Stickles [like Crystal or Stardust]
- an opaque white pen



April Stack a Stash, with Maresa







On the last Sunday of each month, we teach a card class called Stack A Stash. Each month you will make two all occasion cards [theme to be determined by the instructor] and two Christmas cards. This is such a great way to start your stash of cards, and have them on-hand when an occasion arises.

This month you will be creating two Christmas cards, and two all occasion cards.  This butterfly card can be adapted for pretty much any need, just by changing up the sentiment stamp.

Call the store at 250-769-1257 to register.


Date: Sunday April 24, 2016 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Sunday April 24, 2016 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Cost:  $22.00

Supplies to bring:


- Basic tool kit, including
- pop dots [a variety] OR 2mm fun foam
- Mono Multi glue [or a clear-drying brand]
- Fine tip glue pen or Ranger Multi-Medium Matte
- scissors
- tweezers
- baby wipes 
- a clear Wink of Stella pen [if you don't have this, or choose not to purchase, you can omit on the cards]







- Tim Holtz Distress Markers: Scattered Straw, Candied Apple, Spun Sugar, Worn Lipstick and Fired Brick  
OR
- Copic Markers:  Y21, R37, RV32, R32, E07
OR
- coloured pencils or markers, the brand of your choice, in equivalent colours, but bring something to use!  NOTE:  We will be using regular Neenah cardstock, not watercolour cardstock!




Recommended to bring:  [These are items that IF you should have them, please bring them.  I will have supplies to share with the class, but having your own is always a time-saver.]

- non-stick craft mat
- any "clear" Stickles [like Crystal or Stardust]
- an opaque white pen





Northern Winter Cards, with Maresa



In this class we will be making all occasion cards that can be customized to suit any occasion, but will be especially suited to masculine birthdays etc. [I will be providing a variety of stamps for you to choose from.]  

We will be creating our own backgrounds, with emphasis on masking and resists. This technique can be easily reproduced using any colour scheme of you wish, and will be a great addition to your crafting arsenal.

Call the store at 250.769.1257 to register.

Date: Friday February 26, 2016 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Sunday March 6, 2016 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. 
Cost: $25.00

**KITS ARE NOT AVAILABLE FOR THIS CLASS.**

Supplies to bring:

- Basic tool kit, including
- pop dots [both 1/16" and ⅛" thick recommended]
- adhesive FOAM tape, or 3mm white fun foam [available for purchase at the store]
- paper trimmer, to cut fun foam
- Mono Multi glue [or a clear-drying brand]
- Fine tip glue pen or Ranger Multi-Medium Matte
- scissors
- tweezers
- Scotch tape
- lots of baby wipes and paper towels

Recommended to bring:  [These are items that IF you should have them, please bring them.  I will have supplies to share with the class, but having your own is always a time-saver.]

- non-stick craft mat
- Silver Stickles and a "clear" Stickles of your choice
- an opaque white pen
- Tim Holtz Distress Inks:  Peacock Feathers, Dusty Concord, Broken China, and Tumbled Glass 
- 4 ink blending tools w/ foams, or 1 ink blending took w/ 4 foams
- Memento Ink: Elderberry
- adhesive pick-up square



Sweet Sentiments, with Maresa






Valentine's Day is right around the corner! If you need a card to give to your sweetheart, one of these would be perfect; however, you can easily make all-occasion or friendship cards by swapping out the sentiments. [There will be a assortment of greetings to choose from.]

We will be covering numerous quick and easy techniques to create texture and dimension on cards, including a shaker card.We will be using oodles of new product, awesome new paper, and tons of new dies, including the adorable scallop dies from My Favorite Things.

If you can't attend class you can always order a kit, as I'll be including a photo tutorial on how to make a shaker card with the usual card assembly instructions. 

Date: Sunday January 24, 2016 9:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Friday February 5, 2016 10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. 


Supplies to bring:

- Basic tool kit, including
- pop dots [both 1/16" and ⅛" thick recommended]
- adhesive FOAM tape, or 3mm fun foam
- paper trimmer, to cut fun foam [if you are using that]
- Mono Multi glue [or a clear-drying brand]
- Fine tip glue pen or Ranger Multi-Medium Matte
- Glossy Accents
- scissors
- tweezers





January Stack a Stash, with Maresa





On the last Sunday of each month, we teach a card class called Stack A Stash. Each month you will make two all occasion cards [theme to be determined by the instructor] and two Christmas cards. This is such a great way to start your stash of cards, and have them on-hand when an occasion arises.

This month you will be creating two Christmas cards, and two friendship cards.  This "Amazing" card can be adapted for Valentines Day. If you wish this option, please specify "Love" when registering. If you do not specify "Love", you will receive the pieces to make the "Amazing" cards pictured above.

Call the store at 250-769-1257 to register.

Date: Sunday January 31, 2016 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.[3 seats available]
Sunday January 31, 2016 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. FULL
Kits: $22.00 
Shipping $3.50, if applicable

Supplies to bring:

- Basic tool kit, including
- pop dots [both 1/16" and ⅛" thick recommended]
- Mono Multi glue [or a clear-drying brand]
- Fine tip glue pen or Ranger Multi-Medium Matte
- scissors
- tweezers
- baby wipes & paper towels
- any "clear" Stickles
- an empty detailer waterbrush or a SMALL [1/8"] paint brush

Recommended to bring:  [These are items that IF you should have them, please bring them.  I will have supplies to share with the class, but having your own is always a time-saver.]

- non-stick craft mat
- Gold Stickles
- an opaque white pen
- Tim Holtz Distress Inks OR Markers:  Tattered Rose, Worn Lipstick, Picked Raspberry, Peacock Feathers, Broken China, Scattered Straw, Hickory Smoke, Iced Spruce, Seedless Preserves, Tumbled Glass and Faded Jeans
- Tombow N89 Warm Gray #1