i will be teaching the photoFULL and money $aving $ketches classes for october and november. we’ll have to see after that! we have had some new students join, which is great. i’d like to keep this series going IF there is enough CONSISTENT interest.
i’ll be teaching both classes at Scrapbook n’ More tomorrow, tuesday, 10/25 from 10:30 to 1:30.
another upcoming class is the {girlfriends} altered book class, scheduled for saturday, november 12 from 1:00 to 6:00. this will be a departure from my usual “holiday themed” altered books. i could not resist doing something with the new FABULOUS line by Authentique…
this book will be a great way to celebrate the friendships in your life. keep it to stash and display pics and treasures from time spent with your “besties”. or make one as a gift for a very special friend {think ahead to christmas! hint hint!} i can’t wait to pull out of the frilly, blingy junque in my stash to use to embellish this book! i hope to have the sample book done soon – but it’s not quite ready yet. i got derailed by a nasty “bug” and got a bit more behind than usual :(
Scrapbook n’ More is already taking sign ups for the class, so if you want to go ahead and reserve your space, please DO SO! here are the deets as i know them right now, i’ll be adding info and the supply list as i have it…
{girlfriends} altered book class
november 12
1:00 to 6:00
$65
that’s what i’ve got for you as of right now! please feel free to use the contact form at the top of the page to ask any questions you may have.
after a LONG wait, the date for the {all in the family} altered book class is RAPIDLY APPROACHING!
if you haven’t signed up yet, please take a look at the pics here, or stop by the scrapbook n’ more and check out the sample book up close and personal.
here are pics of the book…
i added some NEW! elements to this book including file cabinet “drawers” on the side of the book that REALLY open and a mini “journal” that is part of the book and can be opened.
also, in addition to all the little treasures and trinkets i add, we’ll be using some REAL vintage office products in the class as well, like this old, huge, 30 pound dymo label maker…
you’ll use it to create your own custom label to use in the book…
you can also select a custom date and use this vintage “received” stamp to add an accent to a folder in your. the “confidential” stamp on the front of the folder is also from a vintage stamp…
i’ve also created some custom printables using vintage ephemera like the vintage photo folder on the front cover, old dictionary pages, a family tree and a family records page.
well the Heirloom Productions Rubber Stamp & Paper Arts Festival is all over. it was a small show vendor-wise, but shoppers seemed abundant and lots stayed for crops and classes. my make & take table was BUZZING saturday; i was busy the whole time.
we made a tag using stamps from Paper Wings Productions and ColorBox Archival Dye Inks from Clearsnap…
it would be nice to have a show in the area since CKC san marcos is no more :(
we had a great time satuday in the class, spritzing, stamping and getting inky!
here’s what we made…
and here’s some pics of the gals hard at work on their projects…
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i forgot to take pics of the class today, but we got just as messy!
first up is a mini album class featuring the TOY BOX line from Bo Bunny..
this book is a terrific way to tell the “story” of YOUR kiddos or grandkiddos in photos. great for gifting to!
this bright and colorful mixed media album features 4 wood pages separated by a felt page, a tag pocket page and a mini file folder page. the mini file folder page opens to reveal a spot for journaling as well as for extra photos.
there are LOTS of spaces for photos too as some of the photo mats are “flaps” that open to reveal MORE places to add photos. also numerous pockets, tags and such to make the book interesting.
this is a simple project that even a beginner paper crafter can tackle, but i think experienced crafters will find a few new ideas and techniques as well.
space for this class is VERY limited, call Scrapbook n’ More at 830-214-1690 to sign up or for more info.
my monthly scrapbook layout classes – photoFULL & money $aving $ketches – will be held at Scrapbook n’ More tomorrow, february 23 from 10:30 to 1:30…
both classes are held during the same class time, so you can take one class or BOTH! you can also come and go as you like during the class time.
with photoFULL you’ll learn how to get MORE photos on your layouts using flaps, pockets and more! each month there is a different layout, sometimes with brand new ideas for adding photos and some that build on previous techniques.
in money $aving $ketches, i’ll show you how to take one set of supplies and turn them into 2 – 2 page layouts!
your $15 class fee for either class includes $5 in supplies to use to create your own unique layout.
sign ups in advance are appreciated as i’ll know how many sets of directions to bring, but you can join in if you decide to come last minute!
the sample for the {livre de l’amour} valentine book is done!
the book came together quickly, and i was really happy with how it turned out, and hope you will like it too.
the 12 page mini book is done in a mixed media style with pages of multiple sizes and types: old book covers, diecut chipboard, vintage envelopes, old kraft file folders, paper lunch bags, 30’s bingo cards as well as a few heavy-weight cardstock pieces all serve as a background to build on using the romantic MON AMOUR line from Graphic 45. there are pockets, tags, folders and more with lots of places to add photos, journaling and love notes. many little treasures and trinkets from my “junque” stash were used to embellish the book. a perfect gift for your valentine, or for gifting for a wedding or anniversary. the book focuses more on “love” and “romance” than on “valentine’s day” so think outside the holiday.
this book has many of the same elements that my altered books have – just without the book!
here are some collage pics of the finished book {click to enlarge}…
here are the class details…
LIVRE DE L’AMOUR altered mini book
date: saturday, january 30th
time: 1:00 to 5:00
price: $55.00 {kits available for $60.00}
class size limit is currently at 11. IF there is enough interest, i could potentially accept up to 18 – with the additional 7 spaces having a few minor supply substitutions.
join the ClearSnap creative team all weekend long as we hop and scrap and hop some more!
our designers are bringing you a bundle of fun and lots of inky techniques for your scrapbook pages!
just hop through and leave a comment on each post. each designer is giving away their own prize pack so be sure to visit every blog on the hop!
entries close on monday may 6, 2013 at 12:00am…
hi! welcome to my blog!
i have a layout to share with you that features LOTS, and LOTS of inks and more from ClearSnap as well as several techniques. my layout started with 1 sheet of white cardstock, scrap kraft cardstock, manila tags, raw chipboard pieces, and some ribbon, twine and bits from my stash.
my challenge to myself was to turn plain unadorned pieces and papers into a colorful, collaged, nature-themed layout.
here’s the finished layout…
the white cardstock background was transformed into a bright, blue “sky”, by lightly spritzing it with Sea Kiss Smooch Spritz at the upper left and lower right hand corners, then filling in with ColorBox Sprays! in Sky. the combo of the aqua toned spritz and blue spray makes a very pretty sky, plus you get just a touch of shimmer from the spritz…
next, i wanted to add some tone on tone images to make the background more interesting, so i used the Rollagraph and Jumbo Say What? Stamping Wheel along with ColorBox Stephanie Barnard Premium Dye Ink in Sky to add a very subtle script pattern
and Mermaid ColorBox Archival Dye Ink was used to stamp some aqua dragonflies …
then the leaf pattern was added using Mint ColorBox Pigment Ink, which was heat set…
and a distressed design was added at the right side of the page to balance the leaves using ColorBox Chalk Ink in Chestnut Roan. a handy tip here to avoid having sharp edges when stamping a design like this is to only partially ink the stamp. this is easy to do using the ColorBox Stylus & Tips tool…
the edges of the background page were inked using both Chestnut Roan and French Blue Chalk Inks.
with the background done, it was time to move onto embellishing! i started with the photos, they were matted in kraft cardstock and the edges were inked using French Blue Chalk Ink. next, they needed a background to “rest” on, so i took a piece of kraft cardstock, added a pattern using the Rollagraph and Jumbo Mixed Dot Design Wheel with Watermark Ink. the design was embossed using Top Boss Clear Embossing Powder, then when cooled, was sprayed lightly with ColorBox Sprays! in Artichoke…
the manila tags were spritzed using Sea Kiss Smooch Spritz, then when dry, were stamped using Chalk and Pigment Inks. using several types of inks in layers produces an interesting contrast. for this tag, the clock was stamped with Chestnut Roan Chalk Ink, the watch in Mint Pigment Ink and the sentiment using Iris Pigment Ink which was embossed using Top Boss Clear Embossing Powder. a good hint when layering inks like this is to heat set as you go – especially if you plan on embossing a layer, otherwise, the embossing powder will stick to any ink that is still wet…
the border under the photos was made using the Rollagraph and Standard Design Wheel in the Chinese Noodles Pattern. one of my favorite things to do with the Rollagraph is to roll multiple images with it, sometimes in different colors as was done here. the design was rolled once using ColorBox Premium Dye Ink in Sky, then again using ColorBox Archival Dye Ink in Moody Blue…
the raw chipboard leaves were first inked using Mint Pigment Ink, then after heat setting, the script design was added and embossed using the Jumbo Say What? Design Wheel, Patina Mix’d Media Inx and Top Boss Embossing Powder. a little distressing around the edges using Chestnut Roan Chalk Ink finishes them off…
some baker’s twine and a charm finish off the layout…
i used a LOT of different products and a LOT of different techniques on this layout, but don’t feel you have to do the same! pick and choose what you like best and what works for YOUR layout! but the next time you can’t find “that perfect paper” for your project, think about making it YOURSELF!
SUPPLIES:
ClearSnap:
Smooch Spritz: Sea Kiss
ColorBox Stephanie Barnard Dye Ink Sprays!: Sky and Artichoke
Color Catcher
ColorBox Fluid Chalk Ink: Chestnut Roan and French Blue
ColorBox Pigment Ink: Turtle, Iris and Mint
Donna Salazar Mix’d Media Inx: Patina
ColorBox Stephanie Barnard Premium Dye Inks: Sky and Blueberry
ColorBox Archival Dye Ink: Mermaid and Moody Blue
Watermark Ink
Top Boss Clear Embossing Powder
Rollagraph: Standard Handle, Jumbo Handle, Chinese Noodles Standard Design Wheel and Say What? and Mixed Dots Jumbo Design Wheels
ColorBox Stylus & Tips
Other:
Hampton Art: Time Pieces Clear Stamp Set and Weathered Background Wood Mount Stamp
Artemio: #10001140 Postcard Clear Stamp Set
Woodware: English Leaves
My Sentiments Exactly: Multi Collage and Schoolhouse Lower/Number Clear Stamp Sets
Bazzill: White and Kraft Cardstocks
Beacon: Zip Dry
The Twinery: Baker’s Twine
2 Small Manila Tags
Vintage Blue Seam Binding
Chipboard Leaves
Dragonfly Charm
Jump Ring
Small Safety Pin
Tools:
Trimmer
Scissors
Heat Gun
Jewelry Pliers
Double Sided Tape
i was the last stop on this HOP; but just in case you were visiting my blog by way other than the hop, you will want to start at the top of the list and work your way down so you can see ALL the terrific projects and ideas!
a BIG thank you to all of you who took either of my two classes this month!
the “Christmas Spirit” altered book class went SMOOTH as silk! i think it was the best of my altered book series thus far! everyone really showed their Christmas mojo in keeping up with the pace of the class! i hope everyone enjoyed the class {and snacks}; i look forward to seeing some of you this wednesday in the “completor” class, where you’ll have a chance to get the book all finished.
the “Altered ATC Christmas Tray” class went well also; everyone seemed very excited and ready to proudly display their finished projects.
i spent a LOT of time prepping and planning both these classes, so i breathed a HUGE SIGH of relief once they were DONE!
i appreciate all of you who come and take my classes and support me with your generous words of encouragement.
i’m done for the year {well, after wednesday} and am looking ahead to the new year. i probably won’t be posting too much here until january, so please check out the CLEARSNAP BLOG for projects from me, jean – the other blog hostess, and the rest of the design team members. we’ve got some fabulous holiday and new year’s projects coming up, so tune in to be INSPIRED!
here’s a peek at my blog post for today on the Clearsnap Blog – please visit the blog for all the details and directions…
