Basic Bookmaking - Learn how to make several styles of books including Pamphlet, Accordion, Flutter and Flag. You've seen all of those cool looking layouts in all of the magazines...now learn how to do it yourself.
Hand Sewn Journal - Learn step by step techniques for creating a beautiful, hardcover, traditionally sewn notebook or journal. This is a great class for making that special diary for that little girl in your life.
Basic Stamping Techniques - Looking to learn an exciting new craft? Rubber stamping is an easy, fun and quick hobby to learn. In this class we will learn the basics of stamping, masking, coloring, embossing and layering. This is a "Must-Do" class. No experience necessary.
Polymer Clay Stamping - Take your rubber stamping skills to new level. Try Polymer Clay! Using a direct to clay technique and clear embossing powder, we will show you how to create wearable art. Your friends will be asking you where you bought that incredible jewelry? You can tell them... I Made It!
Carved Polymer Beads - Create unique handmade beads using simple carving and blending techniques along with the application of acrylic paints. Perfect for earrings, necklaces and bracelets.
Origami Books and Boxes - Learn the ancient art of Asian Paper Folding. With this timeless craft you will learn how to create books and boxes with no cutting our gluing. The class will focus on nesting boxes, origami pop-ups books, and modular origami boxes. Think of all the wonderful Asian inspired designs you can embellish onto an unfinished origami box or book.
Votive Candleholders - A different gift for anyone who loves illumination. We will combine stamped images and embossing power to create these delightful and special candle holders
Perfect Pearls - Robin Beam of Ranger Industries will teach you all there is to know about their Perfect Pearls Pigment Powders and Embellishment kits. You will learn how to use P.P. wet or dry for stamped images, and backgrounds...the possibilities are endless. Just bring your enthusiasm! Robin will also bring some of Rangers Ind. other wonderful products to demo.
Cracked Ice Collage - Learn how to create an exciting "paper mosaic" card that you will use for every occasion. Using dye based inks, glossy paper and embossing powders, you will go home with an amazing collage and a new technique you will want to use again and again.
Photo Art Stamps - Turn back the clock using our vintage photo art stamps. Create several magnificent cards with decorative chalks and embellishments.
New products from Ranger Industries - Ranger Industries 2003 product line which includes the Perfect Pearls extended accessories line plus Adirondack Ink Pens and much more. You will get a chance to use these new and exciting products plus get some free giveaways.
Polymer Kimonos - Asian inspired artwork is still very popular. These polymer piece can be either a pin or necklace or an elaborate embellishment on a card. Using impresses clay and Perfect Pearls we will create a delightful, miniature kimono.
Starburst Booklet - Learn how to fold a piece of decorative paper that explodes as it opens, and then turn it into a compact booklet perfect for birthdays, holidays or any occasion.
Bleach Stamping - Learn two separate techniques of bleaching. Use bleach as a painting method to remove color, and then add brilliant or subtle colors with watercolor pencils to dark card stock.
Cloisonné Vase - Turn a simple vase stamp into a Cloisonné work of art. Add flowers and you have a true work of art to send as a birthday greeting, a get well card, or a "just thinking of you" card.
Outline Stamps - If you like to cut and paste, then this is the class for you. Using the new Outlines stamps you will create a beautiful 3-D card for any occasion. Bring your kits and a sharp Exacto and get set for some real fun.
Toji Bound Book - This Asian themed art has become VERY popular lately. Learn how to incorporate this unique hand sewn binding into your artwork.
Note "books" - A cute gift idea that is re-usable. We will make 3 separate decorative note holders that are suitable as gifts for secretaries, office-workers or home use.
Piano Hinge Journal - You must see the sample of this book at the store to appreciate it. A most unusual way to make a book or journal using bamboo skewers for the spline. You will create the cover, and decorate the front. Then we'll cut all the pages so we can insert the skewers and finish off by weaving them together.
Copper Embellishment Cards - We will make 2 cards in this class using real copper to create wonderful elements for collage or any of your stamping projects. Secret ingredients and recipes that change the look and surface of copper will be revealed in class. Roll up your sleeves and learn a new technique that you can use for cards and home decor.
Minibook - Have fun learning how to make two totally different minibooks: the first is a quick and easy useful journal that you will want to make lots of for your friends; the second is a multi-panel foldout book that will give you a surface to stamp and collage to your heart's delight!
Grid Technique - Learn this simple technique that can be used to transform boring paper into a beautiful design. This technique will give you and excuse to use all those related small images that you don't seem to know what to do with.
Acetate Photo Transfer - First we will create a tiny handmade book, and then we will embellish it with wonderful photo transfers. Come learn how to take any new photo and turn it into an aged print ready for all your collages and cards. If you would like to use your own photos, feel free to bring an assortment (3 or 4) of TONER photocopies (NOT LASER). Size should be NO LARGER than 3" x 3" .
UTEE/Ultra Thick Embossing Enamel - Just cant get enough of this stuff! Ultra thick embossing enamel is a phenomenal product with many different applications. In this class we will experiment with creating stamped "tiles" and a decorated box.
Matchbook Books - great things come in small packages! These wonderful matchbooks hold a small accordion book inside of them. These tiny treasures boxes can also hold charms, jewelry pieces or a very small rubber stamp.
Paper Dolls - Not just for little girls anymore! Collage images, paints and powders with funky fibers and card stock brings these simple bodies to life.
Easy Envelopes - Not just for mailing! You have just created a beautiful holiday or gift card, don't stuff it into a plain envelope. Using decorative papers we will show you how to create these easy envelopes that have many uses. Even your mail-person will say WOW!
Direct to Paper Techniques - Create your own unique background papers using these three different Direct to Paper techniques. We will cover stippling, re-inkers and polished stone applications.
Miniature Book Jewelry - You will learn how to create unusual, wearable books. Traditional bookmaking and shrink plastic are used to create these mini-tomes. Embellish them with polymer clay and charms, add a mini photo..you now have a one of a kind locket. Great for gift-giving.
Frame Within a Frame Cards - Here is a new way to use your Magenta's frame stamps. This class covers embossing, cutting, and assembly. See your frame stamps in a new way. Great for all occasions!
DeNami Cards - If you like the elegance of Asian stamps? Look no further. With a little embossing, matting, and some fancy ribbon work, see what you can create. This class will allow you to leave with 3 beautifully crafted cards.
Windows of Creativity - Stamping on acetate and using a 6 panel accordion paper, create this beautiful windowed card with a collage effect.
For Your Eyes Only - Create this 3 - dimensional mask using stamps, chalks and embellishments. Looks really difficult, but it is easy to make. Your friends will look at this creation with amazement.
Ladies Alterations - Turn back the clock using stamps, chalks and embellishments to create a 3-D vintage bodice on a pedestal. This is a homemade work of art worthy of any living room.
Crackle Cards - Back by popular demand! Learn this exciting technique to turn your new stamped image into an "ancient masterpiece". You will want to add "age" to everything you make. We will use great stamps, colored pencils and a 2 step process to create beautiful cards and more.
Pocket Cards - Create a fun "card in a pocket" that is perfect for every occasion. We will use some great stamps, ribbon and some fun embellishments to make a card this is a gift in itself.
Jack in the Box Card - First we will cover a small box using simple, yet stunning "handmade paper". Then we will construct a message that sits inside until the box is opened to reveal your greeting.
Shattered Glass Collage - combining paint, inks, and graphic black images, these cards are especially striking, but you won't believe how easy they are to create. A must take class for any creative stamper.
Stamped Pendants and Pins - as seen on the Caroll Duval show, these body shaped pieces become the perfect canvas for stamping. Using a direct to clay technique similar to "polished stone" with clear embossing powder, the finished pieces have a depth and shimmer that is eye catching.
Stained Glass Card - using window plastic and re-inkers we will create these translucent windows to your imagination. These are suitable for cards or to simply hang in a window and watch the play of light.
Tag Stamping - a quick and simple way to send artwork, greetings and sentiments. Tags are readily available in many sizes and shapes, but you can also make your own from a variety of sources. A great way to combine stamping techniques and glorious fibers for embellishments.
Painting with Diamond Glaze - better than glue, more than just a glaze...its SUPER...its only Diamond Glaze but wait until you see what we do with it. Images come to life when painted with it and shrink plastic turns into beautiful Catalina tiles. Two different ways to use one of the greatest products.
Spotlight Stamping - Shed some "light" on all your holiday cards with this fun and simple technique. We'll have a great time stamping, coloring and arranging images to accentuate the details. You'll love using this technique to create unusual and very creative cards for any occasion.
Decorative Papers - Create your own highly decorative papers. You've seen them in your local crafts store...now you can make it at home. You will create paste paper, faux batik style paper and stamped tissue paper. You will leave with many new, and exciting papers.
Beautiful Boxes and Bags - Why use a plain box when you can create a stunning piece of artwork that serves more than one purpose. The gift box that keeps on giving.
