Friday, March 5, 2010

Glass Gem Magnets Workshop



For this workshop we will playing with Crystal Effects and I will show you how to do some really neat things with it. Then, we will use Crystal Effects as part of this craft: making magnets! These glass gem magnets are so cute and make a super gift for anyone (teacher gift, grandparents etc)! Depending on the paper you choose, they can be fun for kids or beautiful for adults, whatever you want!

WHEN: Friday, May 21st
TIME: 7:30pm

COST BREAKDOWN:
These items I am able to find online, this is the cost, including shipping, at no markup. (If someone knows of a place to get any of these items cheaper, let me know!)
Gems – 4.50p/lb (14-18 gems)
Magnets – 4.25
DVD tins – 3.30 each

I will charge an extra 3.95 for the use of all my designer paper and crystal effects for the decor.

TOTAL COST: 16.00 per set (you may make more than one if you want)

With each “set”, you will need 12 gems for the DVD tin, and then you will have 2 to 6 gems left over to make a few extra (wouldn’t have to match the rest of the set)

WHAT TO BRING:
Paper cutter
Adhesive (tape runner style)
Sticky Strip

RSVP: by May 3rd to give me a chance to order everything online and have it shipped

Thursday, March 4, 2010

Birthday Cute

I love little cards! They are just so cute.

Slider Album Make-up Class

I know that many of you wanted to attend this class (in Feb) but were unable to make it. I am offering a make-up class for those of you that couldn't come the first time around. I am also offering a 2nd round, for those that did come and maybe want to make another. I know they all turned out so gorgeous! (click here for pics) If you have a friend you would like to invite, please let them know! Here are the details for both options:

2nd round: (you are second round if you own the instructions)
Come and bring your own cardstock, designer paper, and sticky strip. I'll provide the embellishments etc like last time. Cost: $7. You can use whatever designer paper you want, but you have to use Stampin' Ups 80lb cardstock, so if you don't have that (or want a different colour), then add 5.50 to the cost for a pack of paper. If you want I will pre-cut it for you again, OR I can talk you through it and you can try to cut it yourself!

First time attendee: Same deal as the class in Feb.

We will be making a Double-Slider Album, and it holds about 19 to 21 pictures. (I purchased these instructions from another SU demonstrator that invented it. I did not come up with this on my own, but it's ingenious!) Take a look at the pics, it's really cool! (it flips over and hold more on the back side too) The neat thing about it too, is it can be made and then decorated/pictures placed in at a later time, it doesn't have to be totally completed all at the same time.

Instead of just charging a cost for the class, as I normally do, this one will be a little different! It might be a little more money than you are used to a class being, BUT you will come away with lots of stuff that is yours to keep! Here is the breakdown of the things you will purchase (and use to build your album...obviously there will be lots of leftovers, we aren't using an entire pack of paper etc.):

Your choice of: 1 pack of SU cardstock (24 sheets) = 5.50
Your choice of : 1 pack of SU Designer Series Paper (12 double sided sheets) = 9.95
1 roll of Sticky Strip = 6.95
& 7.60 to cover the additional paper, buttons, embellishments & ribbon needed for each project. I will make sure that I have all the coordinating colors to match your paper selections.
You will also get printed instructions on how to recreate the album on your own at home.
TOTAL COST = $30
Again, although that sounds pricey, keep in mind of all the things you will have leftover to play with at home! Also bear in mind that I am not charging shipping or tax for these orders. So it's a really good deal!

If you have a Catalog, check out the paper choices, or click here http://www.stampinup.com/us/enu/16192.asp and download the catalog (2009/10 Idea Book & Catalog). Cardstock colors start on page 157-159. Designer Paper starts on page 162 - 165.

So you can make your paper selections based on your idea for a theme for the album. Having pictures with you at class is not necessary, but it's ok to bring them if you have them ready!


RSVP for both options:
First time: I will need an rsvp by about April 6th, to give me time to get the order in and delivered in time for the class! I will be opening your cardstock package ahead of the class and pre-cutting a few things for you to save on time.
2nd round: Give me an idea of a yes by April 6th, with your colours just to make sure I don't have to order something embellishment wise for you. If you need cardstock, then definitely by April 6th.

WHAT TO BRING:
Regular tape runner adhesive - required
BRING IF YOU HAVE: - will save you time on sharing
Paper Cutter
Scissors
Cropadile

NOTE: If any of you would ever like to host a class in your home with your friends, I am willing to do that! Depending on the project you want to make, will dictate space, but we can discuss that!

Monday, February 22, 2010

Craft Table

Oh how I wish I could have a craft room!! Wouldn't that be blissful? For now I am grateful to have a corner of the office I can have a little table set up for some quick crafting. When I have my classes I move it all out to the livingroom and set up the 6ft folding tables to accommodate everyone nicely. After putting it all away after my class on Friday, I thought I would share a few pics of my permanent and yet portable craft space.

Under the table, a bin for cardstock, one for cutting mats, etc, and one for all my punches, cropadiles, and heat tool!


Buttons, brads, eyelets and other doo-dads. Very handy and easy to access.


Craft corner! In the back corner (white w/ drawers) I keep all my 12x12 designer papers. On top of that are two bins of stamp sets. On top of that a cute box full of misc things with no where else to go...and my stamp binder.


The drawers in this pull out, and this holds all my scrap paper pieces, adhesive, sponges, scissors and things like that. On top I have 2 boxes for ribbon (one for ribbon on the spool, and one for 'scraps'). The plastic containers have embossing powder or glitter in them, with a little disposable spoon. It's so much easier and neater to apply them just holding over the container. No mess or clean up!


My stamp book. It's a little crazy to try and look through tons of stamp sets to find the one you want. It's especially crazy when I have a class of people all trying to browse through. The solution? I stamped all of my sets onto paper and put them in a binder! Now you can easily see the sets and just grab the one you need.

Tuesday, February 2, 2010

Butterflies

I made this on chipboard, and it's found a home in my livingroom by the tv. I just love it!

Saturday, January 30, 2010

Double Slider Album pictures

Here are some pictures of what we are making in the upcoming class on Feb 19/10. This little album is gorgeous, and cool too...you may select your colors (paper) and theme to make it your own. It can hold as many as 19-21 pictures. Perfect for a Mothers Day gift, or an album of a recent vacation...or photo shoot with the kids, like mine:-)


First page. Of my autumn themed album


Second page, some room for journaling on the tags


Front side, pulled open


Front side with all 3 double slider mechanisms open


Back side with all 3 slider mechanisms open


Back side, sliders closed

Monday, January 25, 2010

Slider Album - Feb Class




When: Friday, Feb 19th
Time: 7pm - 10pm
Where: my home

It's time to get back together for some crafting now that the holiday season is behind us!

I thought we would kick off the year by making a photo album (would be a great Mothers Day gift, or a wonderful coffee table album of a recent vacation etc)...it's called a Double-Slider Album, and it holds about 19 to 21 pictures. (I purchased these instructions from another SU demonstrator that invented it. I did not come up with this on my own, but it's ingenious!) Take a look at the pics, it's really cool! (it flips over and hold more on the back side too) The neat thing about it too, is it can be made and then decorated/pictures placed in at a later time, it doesn't have to be totally completed all at the same time.

Instead of just charging a cost for the class, as I normally do, this one will be a little different! It might be a little more money than you are used to a class being, BUT you will come away with lots of stuff that is yours to keep! Here is the breakdown of the things you will purchase (and use to build your album...obviously there will be lots of leftovers, we aren't using an entire pack of paper etc.):

Your choice of: 1 pack of SU cardstock (24 sheets) = 5.50
Your choice of : 1 pack of SU Designer Series Paper (12 double sided sheets) = 9.95
1 roll of Sticky Strip = 6.95
& 7.60 to cover the additional paper, buttons, embellishments & ribbon needed for each project. I will make sure that I have all the coordinating colors to match your paper selections.
You will also get printed instructions on how to recreate the album on your own at home.
TOTAL COST = $30
Again, although that sounds pricey, keep in mind of all the things you will have leftover to play with at home! Also bear in mind that I am not charging shipping or tax for these orders. So it's a really good deal!

If you have a Catalog, check out the paper choices, or click here http://www.stampinup.com/us/enu/16192.asp and download the catalog (2009/10 Idea Book & Catalog). Cardstock colors start on page 157-159. Designer Paper starts on page 162 - 165.

So you can make your paper selections based on your idea for a theme for the album. Having pictures with you at class is not necessary, but it's ok to bring them if you have them ready!

I will need an rsvp by about the 3rd of Feb, to give me time to get the order in and delivered in time for the class! I will be likely be opening your cardstock package ahead of the class and pre-cutting a few things for you to save on time.

WHAT TO BRING:
Regular tape runner adhesive - required
BRING IF YOU HAVE: - will save you time on sharing
Paper Cutter
Scissors
Cropadile

In addition to the class, I would just like to make you all aware of SU's annual Sale-a-bration sale, happening now through March. This means for every $50 of product you purchase, you get something from the sale-a-bration catalog for free! (mostly stamp sets, but there are some other things available too). There is no limit to the free items (ie: $100 order = 2 free things). Click the link I referrenced above and download the pink s.a.b. catalog to see the free choices!!

I mention this now, as some of you have mentioned placing an order during s.a.b. to get some extra stuff free...if you place your order by the 3rd with your rsvp, I will combine the 22.40 you are already spending towards the items for the class. So you would just have to make up the difference, and also, only pay shipping & taxes on the portion of your order beyond the 22.40 (if that makes sense? Ask me if not!!)...so it's a pretty good deal!! Please ask me if something is not clear and I will attempt to clarify!

If you are not able to attend the class on the 19th, but still want in on this deal, RSVP and tell me you want to do it, but can't make that date. I will get you all your supplies and the directions to make it on your own etc. Cost would remain at $30.

It's going to be FUN!! Can't wait to see you all again and Stamp-em-up!