4/22/2014 class @CP2

Come celebrate today, Nancy & Joan's Birthdays.

Today's card is using the new stamp and stencil combination from Penny Black,

did I mention I love this! 

I only wish they included the mask with the stencil and then it would be pure perfection!

We will be keeping it simple today stamping then using the stencil to add color.

This is the most basic use for this product, but there are many other possibilities

that we will explore in the future.

Please bring your basic class kit

including

non stick craft sheet

black edger

wink of stella (orange used here)

Have a wonderful weekend,

Susan *Ü*

4/15/2014 class @CP2

Today's technique was recommended by one of your classmates.

We are doing an emboss resist with distress inks and the mini blender that we used last week.

I just love that mini blending tool!

I used two brand new background stamps that have been in my stash for quite some time.

We will also be using a die cut sentiment from Elizabeth crafts designs,

these cut beautifully and the paper just pops out of the die, gotta love that.

I will bring the supplies for these two color choices,

if you prefer other colors you will need to bring the distress inks and foam blending tools.

Please bring your basic class kit

including

silver edger

tweezers

ball point glue pen or xyron X 150

(for die cuts)

That should do it, enjoy this beautiful weather,

hope to see you around.

Susan *Ü*

4/8/2014 class @CP2

I was so caught up with myself I forgot to post today's card.

I was very productive last week, let's see if I can keep it up!

So today we will be using the new Tim Holtz ink applicators,

these are round so we don't get the harsh edges 

like we do with the rectangle one.

These are also designed with stencils in mind.

We will also be using one of tim's stencils,

a bit of light stamping on the background.

The focal image are inchies.

as always bring your basic class kit

black edger

I used shaded lilac &

broken china distress inks

stencil called bubble

(if you have a favorite stencil feel free to bring it)

April Birthdays are

Nancy Y

Joan

we will celebrate on the22nd

Handmade Gifts 4/26/2014

Handmade gifts we will be making a purse and 4 cards

perfect for girlfriends, mothers, daughters or that wonderful daughter in law!

All materials will be provided along with diagrams and cutting instructions

so you can duplicate this as many times as you would like,

I'm thinking holiday gifts, never to early to start!

Along with your basic class kit

bring your

 score tape or red line tape

scissors

bone folder

silver edger

Call Scraps Galore to reserve your spot or kit

858 1080

I have several papers from this line and if you have a preference for the purse

email me suekapp@comcast.net

I will try to meet your request.

  

Catalog of the Month ~ April 2014 - Elizabeth Crafts

Yes you read it correctly,

Elizabeth Craft Designs will be our featured catalog in April.

We planned on Penny Black but much of their new releases are on backorder.

So plan B went into action, ECD sells these amazing shimmer sheetz,

three different kinds. 

We will be working with the iridescent sheets and 

the micro silk glitter.

We will make three cards with this process,

Saturday April 12 at 10:30 am

Unfortunately the camera does not catch the sparkle, so you can also see them at Scraps Galore.

Call today 858 1080 to reserve your spot, 

there will be no kits available due to this class being technique driven. 

Please bring your basic class kit including

if you have

brayer

sanding block

gold edger

Enjoy your day!

Susan *Ü*

Q&E cards @ Scraps Galore 4/19/2014

Hot off the craft table ...

This month's Quick and Easy samples

featuring Penny Black Stickers

Saturday April 19 at 11 am

If you are interested in attending or getting a kit

call Scraps Galore today 858 1080

this class will be limited,

so don't miss out!

 

4/1/2014 class @CP2

The first of April, 2014 is zipping by!

Today's card is a sizzix pop n cut, 

I do love interactive cards but they are a little extra work.

So I will try to do an interactive card a month.

The last time we used this die was 02/5/2013

remember this one?

Today's card has a different feel but same mechanics.

 Makes me want to sing "girls just want to have fun ..."

Oh and we get to try out Tim's new spritzer!

Please bring your basic class kit

including

non stick craft sheet

water brush or paint brush

water color pencils or

your preferred coloring medium

black edger

bone folder

This month we will be celebrating

Nancy Y and Joan's birthdays,

we need to decide on a date.

3/25/2014 class @CP2

Something old, something new ...

sticking to my resolution. 

New to me embossing powders from Stamp a Mania,

I think everyone was in awe at the stamp convention at the demo tables.

Not being a big fan of glitter this was right up my alley,

a little glitz and not much mess.

Used some well loved stamps and glitzed them up, woo hoo.

you will need your basic class kit

including

gold edger

foam tape

scissors

Enjoy the rest of your weekend.

Susan *Ü*

3/18/2014 class @CP2

Today we'll be celebrating Sue and Jeri's birthdays,

come join the fun!

Today's card I thought would be a quickie with some new stamps

 I purchased at the convention.

Well now I have a lovely set of 5 cards to add to my collection.

After not being happy with the third or fourth card,

I rewatched a youtube video from Rubbernecker,

ah ha, that's what I was doing wrong, 

anyway you'll hear all about it on Tuesday.

We'll be doing the acrylic block stamping in the background,

and these lovely watercolor tulips.

Please bring your basic class kit

including

non stick craft sheet

water brush 

spray bottle with water

edger (I used black here)

That should do it, see you Tuesday.

Susan *Ü*

3/11/2014 class @CP2

Hope you're sitting down,

Tuesday's card is done!

While digging through my box of new stuff, I found this stamp. 

Totally forgot that I bought it.

It sat on my desk for the past few days, 

looking at it and pondering what I will do with it.

Then I remembered a new die that I bought,

pulled it out to see if they would work together.

I think it looks pretty good.

So bring your basic class kit

including

brown edger

water brush (or any brush)

non stick craft sheet or palette

vintage photo and applicator

I used distress markers 

(any water based marker or ink pad would work)

fired brick

peeled paint

seedless preserves

wild honey

spiced marmalade

That's it, see you all Saturday!

Susan *Ü*

Catalog of the Month ~ March 2014 - Elizabeth Crafts

On March 22, at 10:30 am

we will be exploring Elizabeth Craft Designs.

This company is hot right now, with wonderful dies that cut like butter,

no need for the wax paper trick.

They are also known for their shimmer sheets, silk microfine glitter,

and peel offs.

We will make three interactive cards.

Learn the secret to perfect peel offs and the glitter technique.

Pivot Card

Lucy Label Pop Up

Oval Accordian

As always Elizabeth is offering a 10% discount on all Elizabeth Craft purchases and orders.

The product was flying off the shelves on Tuesday when I was there.

Call Scraps Galore today to reserve your spot, 858 1080

You will need to bring your basic class kit

including if you have

glue eraser

black & brown edgers

tweezers

liquid glue pen

water brush

watercolor pencils

Samples can also be seen in the store.

Thanks, Susan*Ü*

Q&E cards @ Scraps Galore 3/15/2014

This month Liz and I challenged ourselves to use the same 4 sheets of paper,

and this is what we came up with.

So come join us on March 15 at 11am at Scraps Galore and whip up 10 wonderful cards.

Call 858 1080 today to reserve your spot.

3/4/2014 class @CP2

And off we go into March.

Hopefully the saying is correct, today it's like a lions roar out there.

Looking forward to sunny skies and warmer temps.

Anyway, here's this weeks card, 

but before we get to that we have a couple March Birthdays coming up.

Sue R and Jeri O this month.

We will celebrate on the 18th.

Now the card,

I received this card from a friend and loved the little birdhouse.

It's made with our beloved hexagon punch,

how clever.

So I incorporated the idea with  faux watercolor, 

and came up with this. Not bright enough.

 So then I added a red birdhouse (now I was happy) and this is the card we will be making.

Bring your Basic Class Kit

including

scissors

ballpoint glue pen

non stick craft sheet

water bottle

black edger

if you have

broken china

salty ocean

gathered twigs

mowed lawn

fired brick

foam & blending tool

Have a great weekend,

see y'all on Tuesday.

Susan *Ü*