Learn how to create beautiful scenic backgrounds using dye inks and an accessory tool. (Tonal Applicator rubber stamp) You will be using nature stamps from the Company called Stampscapes to finish your artwork. You will be making 2-3 card fronts.

Here are some samples of what you can make after taking this class.  To see the images larger and the name of the artist that made these cards click on a sample.  

When you have the sample enlarged, you can get to back and forth between all the other samples easily by clicking on the right side or the left side of the sample.

This category can include anything you may have learned in our classes, during our demo’s or from one of the staff in the store.  You still need to follow the above criteria. (more info…)

You can use any of the images/backgrounds from the twisted paper CD’s or the fantastic Sticky backed 12 x 12 Batik designed papers we have in the store for this category.  If you wish to see samples and get ideas go to their websites. 

Twisted Papers

Batik it

You can come into the store and look through their catalog if you wish to get ideas for your projects and we will be happy to special order any stamps you might need.   You can go to this website address also for more ideas.

This is a great technique using clear embossing powder and iron and you will be learning another way to use your chalk inks.  You will also be creating a reverse image so you can create two cards in one.

Learn how to make a fantastic colorful card coming through a dark background (it’s like seeing the surprise color under the coat)

Learn how to use Puff Paint (also known as liquid appliqué) to create unique backgrounds.

This is another way to use your color wash sprays.  This technique is from the  Jan/Feb 2006 Expressions Magazine.

In this class you will be making 1-2 projects straight out of Magenta’s Brand New Technique book "Magenta Style - Paper Magic".  This is a wonderful book full of ideas and techniques for creating stunning albums, cards,gift wrap, home decor, cards and more.  It also has the most wonderful full color photos of projects and most of the projects have step by step Photographed Instructions.

In this class you will learn 10 different ways to use your spray Inks.  You will take home small note cards with general instructions and a sample of what your learned in class will be attached for future reference. Here are the techniques you will be learning:
  1) Direct to Rubber,  2) Bleach,  3) Custom Paper,  4) Dauber,  5) Dip Dye,  6) Stencil,  7) Tie Dye,  8) Color Wash,  9) Paint and 10) Embossed Resist

 Here are some samples of what you can make after taking this class.  To see the images larger and the name of the artist that made these cards click on a sample.  

When you have the sample enlarged, you can get to back and forth between all the other samples easily by clicking on the right side or the left side of the sample.

We will teach you how to take everything you have learned about pergamano 1 step further.  In this class you will learn how to add dimension to your parchment master pieces.

Prerequisite: Attendance at the Intro to Pergamano class is a must.

During this class you will learn how to turn vellum into elegant cards.  It’s a snap with the techniques you will learn in this class.  We will be using the techniques from two great Books, Elegant Vellum Cards and 3-D Cards With Vellum  Some of the tools you will be learning to use are: punches, stickers, Vellum and more.

Here are some samples of what you can make after taking this class.  To see the images larger and the name of the artist that made these cards click on a sample.  

When you have the sample enlarged, you can get to back and forth between all the other samples easily by clicking on the right side or the left side of the sample.

During this class you will learn how to turn vellum into elegant cards.  It’s a snap with the techniques you will learn in this class.  We will be using the techniques from two great Books, Elegant Vellum Cards and 3-D Cards With Vellum  Some of the tools you will be learning to use are: punches, stickers, Vellum and more.

Here are some samples of what you can make after taking this class.  To see the images larger and the name of the artist that made these cards click on a sample.  

When you have the sample enlarged, you can get to back and forth between all the other samples easily by clicking on the right side or the left side of the sample.

This is a great class for anyone that just got into card making and would like a class that will teach you many of the basics you need to know to make it much easier to create artwork. We want to teach you the basics that will make this process a whole lot easier.

In this class you will be learning the following:
A) How to ink and use a wood mounted and Cling Mounted rubber stamp.  You will also learn how to stamp oversize rubber stamps.
B) Folding your card stock (using a bone folder)
C) Cutting Card stock
D) How to use Embossing Powder
E) How to color with markers  ~  1)Direct to rubber,  2)Pulling color to look like water colors
F) How to use Ink Pads  ~ 1)How to re-ink your dried out pads,  2)The difference between Dye Inks, Pigment Ink, Permanent Ink & hybrid Inks
G) How to use a brayer  ~ 1) Rubber Brayer,  2) Acrylic Brayer,  3) Foam Brayer
H) last but not least How to clean your stamps

It’s that time of the year again & We have been opened for 4 years now and are planning a huge Anniversary Celebration Bash. This is going to be out biggest sales event of the year!!  Again, our vendors were extraordinarily generous. We will be updating this periodically

Here is what is going on during the Sales Event 

1) The first 15 people each day will get a free door prize.
2) The first 15 people that arrive after 4:00pm on Friday only, will receive a door prize.  (One door prize per family please)
3) We will be giving a prize away at the top of every hour on both days. (you need to be present to win)
4) We will be giving a $200 dollar gift basket away on Saturday. Drawing will take place at the end of each day. (You do not need to be present to win.  However, you do need to pick up your prize at the store within 7 days or we would be happy to ship it to you for the cost of Shipping.)

WAYS TO GET TICKETS FOR THE DRAWINGS:
1)  You will get one ticket just for coming to the sale each day.
2)  You will get two tickets for every $30 you spend during the sale
3)  You get 1 ticket for every $30 you spend pre-sale, starting on July 29th.  (Great for people that can’t make it to the sale.  That way you will get a chance to win the $200.00 basket)

We are also giving away prizes to our past customers in the following categories: Winners will be posted & you can pick them up during our Anniversary Sales Event.
1)  Highest One Time Ticket Sale From the previous year
2)  Most frequently visited customer ~ (Needs to have purchased at least $10.00 in order to be eligible)
3)   Highest combined sales for the year
4)   Second Highest combined sales for the year
5)   Prize for any customer spending a combined total of? (Excluding the One Of A Kind Convention Sales, since those totals are not in the computer)
 Over $1,000 for the year–$30.00 Gift certificate
 Over $750.00 for the year–$20.00 Gift Certificate
 Over $500.00 for the year–$10.00 Gift Certificate
 $30.00, $20.00 & $10.00 spending spree for 1st - 3rd place to the customer that has given the most referrals.  (The referred customer needed to have spent a combined total of at least $25.00 for the past year.)

We will be using pasta to create unique embossed embellishments.

In this class you will learn 10 different ways to use your glitter.  You will take home small note cards with general instructions and a sample of what your learned in class will be attached for future reference. Here are the techniques you will be learning:
1) Reverse Glitter/Stained Glass
2) Caught in Crystal
3) Crystal Lacquer
4) Glitter Glue
5) Stamp and Stick (Essentials Glue Pad)
6) Packing Tape punch out
7) Overlay
8) Lace Backgrounds
9) Wonder Stripes
10)Stickers and Glitter

Here are some samples of what you can make after taking this class.  To see the images larger and the name of the artist that made these cards click on a sample.  

When you have the sample enlarged, you can get to back and forth between all the other samples easily by clicking on the right side or the left side of the sample.

In this class you will learn 10 different ways to use your glitter.  You will take home small note cards with general instructions and a sample of what your learned in class will be attached for future reference. Here are the techniques you will be learning:
1) Reverse Glitter/Stained Glass
2) Caught in Crystal
3) Crystal Lacquer
4) Glitter Glue
5) Stamp and Stick (Essentials Glue Pad)
6) Packing Tape punch out
7) Overlay
8) Lace Backgrounds
9) Wonder Stripes
10)Stickers and Glitter

Here are some samples of what you can make after taking this class.  To see the images larger and the name of the artist that made these cards click on a sample.  

When you have the sample enlarged, you can get to back and forth between all the other samples easily by clicking on the right side or the left side of the sample.

In this class you will learn 10 different ways to use your glitter.  You will take home small note cards with general instructions and a sample of what your learned in class will be attached for future reference. Here are the techniques you will be learning:
1) Reverse Glitter/Stained Glass
2) Caught in Crystal
3) Crystal Lacquer
4) Glitter Glue
5) Stamp and Stick (Essentials Glue Pad)
6) Packing Tape punch out
7) Overlay
8) Lace Backgrounds
9) Wonder Stripes
10)Stickers and Glitter

Here are some samples of what you can make after taking this class.  To see the images larger and the name of the artist that made these cards click on a sample.  

When you have the sample enlarged, you can get to back and forth between all the other samples easily by clicking on the right side or the left side of the sample.

Learn how to create beautiful scenic backgrounds using inks and the clear snap sponge applicator tool.  You will be using nature stamps from the Company called Stampscapes to finish your artwork. You will be making 2-3 card fronts.

Here are some samples of what you can make after taking this class.  To see the images larger and the name of the artist that made these cards click on a sample.  

When you have the sample enlarged, you can get to back and forth between all the other samples easily by clicking on the right side or the left side of the sample.

Learn how to make a background reminiscent of a Monet painting.  This is a great background for all your Spring cards using your watercolor crayons and glossy paper.  You can see a sample of a Monet background out on the website under class schedule then click on the class name for Marker Magic 101.

In this class you will learn how to trace, pierce, emboss and many of the basic techniques and how to use basic tools to create these wonderful works of art.  You will be taking home at least 1 finished project.

Here are some samples of what you can make after taking this class.  To see the images larger and the name of the artist that made these cards click on a sample.  

When you have the sample enlarged, you can get to back and forth between all the other samples easily by clicking on the right side or the left side of the sample.

You can come into the store and look through their catalog if you wish to get ideas for your projects and we will be happy to special order any stamps you might need.   You can go to this website address also for more ideas.

This is for all new Stampers that have been stamping for less than 1 year.  We wanted to encourage all newer stampers out there to give our contest a try and to give you some prize money to help increase your supplies. 

Please feel free to come into the store and ask for help.  Everyone that works there have 15+ Years experience.

You can come into the store and look through their catalog if you wish to get ideas for your projects and we will be happy to special order any stamps you might need.   You can go to this website address also for more ideas.