March 2010 Transform plain stamped images with these simple techniques and ideas using Prismacolor premier colored pencils. The techniques are easily applicable to both cardmaking and scrapbooking. Class fee includes a set of 12 pencils. $35 Die Cuts with Flair (technique, cardmaking)
Latest & Greatest (layouts)
Tues. March 2, 7-9 p.m.
A smidge of October Afternoon, a dash of Jenni Bowlin, a sprinkle of American Crafts, a soupcon of BasicGrey - anything goes in this layout class. Join Lisa Fitzell the first Tuesday of every month to get your hands on perfectly coordinated batches of the latest and greatest products around! $20
Crafty Cards - Coloring with Prismacolor (technique, coloring)
Sun. March 7, 12 - 3 p.m.
MyStory (layouts, All About Me)
Sat. March 13, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
You have a story to tell, and no one can tell it better than you can. Back by popular demand after several years' hiatus, this series of classes will help you build a scrapbook that tells the story of your life. Come join us each month to document the things that make your own life special.
**Bring to class your trimmer, scissors, paper adhesive, mini glue dots, pop dots, brown and black journaling pens, a ruler, a sanding block and your favorite brown and black ink pads.
Cricut Cartridge Workshop - From My Kitchen (die-cutting, mini book)
Sat. March 20, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Create ad adorable mini book, "The Heart of The Home", using the From My Kitchen Cricut cartridge.
**Bring to class Cricut machine, tools, at least 2 mats and the From My Kitchen cartridge, as well as your basic tool kit - paper adhesive, trimmer, scissors, etc.
Distress Ink Techniques I
Sun. March 21, 1-3 p.m.
You'll be an inking pro in no time with these fun techniques using Tim Holtz's Distress Inks and his new colors! Class will cover the basics of blending, plus faux tie dye, wrinkle distress, dry embossing and heat embossing. You will create four cards and, as a bonus, four tags with instructions on the back for reference to remind yourself how to do each technique. Not a card maker? The projects are also good journaling or title blocks for scrapbook pages. $20
Cricut 101 (die-cutting, technique)
Sat. March 20, 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.
If you've invested in a Cricut cutting machine but don't feel like you're using it to its full advantage, this workshop is for you. Come learn how to properly load the machine, care for and extend the life of your cutting mats, and use all those dials and creative settings.
**You must bring your machine, 2 mats, the George cartridge, and basic tools to class. $20
Keep It Simple, Scrapper (layouts)
Tues., March 23, 7-9 p.m.
KISS - otherwise known as Keep It Simple Scrapper - is our longest running layout class. Join Sarah Larson to make four, one-page layouts each month, while playing with cool new products and learning new techniques. $20
Die Cuts with Flair (technique, cardmaking)
Learn how to cut and emboss shapes using Spellbinders Nestabilities dies and Cuttlebug folders, then transform your die cuts into stunning accents for cards, scrapbook pages and more. Mary Snyder will show you how. $20
April
Latest & Greatest (layouts)
Tues. April 6, 7-9 p.m.
A smidge of October Afternoon, a dash of Jenni Bowlin, a sprinkle of American Crafts, a soupcon of BasicGrey - anything goes in this layout class. Join Lisa Fitzell the first Tuesday of every month to get your hands on perfectly coordinated batches of the latest and greatest products around! $20
Sun. April 18, 12:30 - 3:30 p.m.
Learn how to cut and emboss shapes using the Spellbinders Nestabilities dies and folders, then transform your die cuts into stunning accents for cards, scrapbook pages and more. Mary Snyder will show you how. $20
Keep It Simple, Scrapper (layouts)
Tues. April 20, 7-9 p.m.
KISS - otherwise known as Keep It Simple Scrapper - is our longest running layout class. Join Sarah Larson to make four, one-page layouts each month, while playing with cool new products and learning new techniques. $20
TBA
Cricut Expression 101 (die-cutting, technique)
If you've invested in a Cricut Expression but don't feel like you're using it to its full potential, this workshop is for you! In this class, you'll learn the basic how-tos of using your machine, plus explore the features unique to the Expression, from using the Center Point feature to cutting quantities and more.
**You must bring your machine, 2 mats, the Plantin Schoolbook cartridge and basic tools to class. $20
Slice It Up! Basics (technique)
Calling all owners of the Making Memories Slice machine - let's get those machines out and get creating! You'll learn the basics of using your new die cutting machine, plus a few cool tips and tricks. $20