Happy New Year to all of you. I wish you all a healthy, happy and prosperous year ahead. Thank you for all you loyalty during 2008 and I am looking forward to 2009 and seeing all you you. The following is the schedule for the coming week.
Sadly, I have to let you know that as of January 1, 2009, Stampin' from the Heart will no longer be able to accept Michael's coupons.
Also, let me know if you don't get the complete 4-month schedule in the next 2-3 days.
In the meantime, this is the schedule:
Shop Closed: 12/31 and 1/1/09
45% off Sale: 1/2-1/4/09.
Sunday, January 4: Pinecone Book Club Class, 1-4.
Friday, January 9: Make-It-Take-It with Jessica Hollowell
Saturday, January 10: Mike Strong Class 10:30-12:30 and 2-4, $25 each class.
Sunday, January 11: Love Book, Gayle Smith, 12:30-4, $40.
If you have any questions please either email me at stampinheart@hotmail.com or comment on the blog.
Please check the blog on a regular basis for updated information.
Wednesday, December 31, 2008
Thursday, December 18, 2008
THIS WEEKEND 12/19-12/22 AT SFTH
There will be a surprise waiting for everyone who comes into the shop on Friday, December 19 for our Open House with the % off envelopes. It will be for this Friday only and it is something you won't want to miss.
No classes the rest of this weekend.
Hope to see you on Friday.
No classes the rest of this weekend.
Hope to see you on Friday.
Saturday, December 13, 2008
Sunday, December 7, 2008
STAMPIN' FROM THE HEART CURRENT EVENTS
OK, Here's the scoop.
Besides the classes listed below we are having a private screening of the NEW 2009 Hero Arts stamps. This will be happening at the same time Linda's class is going on so if you have never watched Linda in action and been able to preview her work now is the time. Gayle Smith will also be doing demonstrations of a couple of the new Hero Art stamps during the time that we are opening and pricing the Hero Arts Boxes. I am letting you all know ahead of time because as fast as Hero Arts goes many of you have a sad face because you didn't know Hero was in--well this is the time. It's a Hero party. The Hero Celebration will begin at 11AM.
Wednesday, December 10: ATC Class and Swap Club, Kristy Williams, 6:30, $10. Everybody does their own ATC’s (usually 8-12) which you then exchange with the other members and Kristy the Teacher/Coordinator then has the supplies and plans a lesson for making another two (2) ATCs at the meeting, so you will go home with anywhere from 8-12 ATCs. We are one week early because of the holidays.
Thursday, December 11: Calligraphy Class #10, Designing Letters, DeAnn Singh, 10 weeks, 7-9PM $200. The classes will be held on either Wednesday or Thursday of each week. Read our note at the top of this newsletter about DeAnn.
Saturday, December 13: This is Linda Forrest's Black and White Tag Class that was rescheduled. The tags are in the shop and this is truly a beautiful holiday paper craft. Everything elegant in black, white, gold and silver. Linda brings really wonderful dolls to dress up on her tags. 10:30-4:30, $50.
Sunday, December 14: Altered Photos Revisited, Kelly Kilmer, 12:30- 4:30, $70. In this class, you will learn a variety of mixed media explorations, tips, tricks and techniques using photographs and collage images via a variety of methods. Learn how to paint, stamp, collage, and use a plethora of mixed media supplies on photographs. We will also incorporate our photos into a special cool art project creating a small book to house your photos! This is unlike any altered photo class you’ve ever taken (and I encourage taking a variety of them as they all are very different depending on the instructor). Want to use your own photos in your journal or your artwork? Want to spice them up with flavor and flair? Bring to class real lab quality photos (please read the supply list for more info) that you want to “art up” . I will have a selection of my own photos for you to use as well. Please bring some color copies of favorite photos (it’s fun to bring multiple copies of “one” image for a certain activity in class). Learn techniques to alter photographs and even color copies of favorite images. Learn techniques such as “photo painting”, repeating of images on a page to make a statement, coloring of photos, etc… Detailed instructional handout included as always. Students need to bring to class: about 20 *lab quality printed* photographs you want to alter (Note: The photos will NOT work if they are printed from your computer...We need to use “real photos” and nothing printed from anything but a real photo lab will work. You can have one of the major chain stores or a Mom & Pop camera shop develop your photos. They have to have the "emulsion" in the photos to work. Questions? Email Kelly) if you have questions about this email me at EGorey99@sbcglobal.net, scissors, bone folder, cork backed metal ruler, small selection of paper collage and 3-D ephemera (anything personal you want to use-I will have a ton to choose from), Marvy markers (if you have them), roll of waxed paper, roll of paper towels, container to hold water in, 3 1" bristle brushes, sand paper (fine grit).
Besides the classes listed below we are having a private screening of the NEW 2009 Hero Arts stamps. This will be happening at the same time Linda's class is going on so if you have never watched Linda in action and been able to preview her work now is the time. Gayle Smith will also be doing demonstrations of a couple of the new Hero Art stamps during the time that we are opening and pricing the Hero Arts Boxes. I am letting you all know ahead of time because as fast as Hero Arts goes many of you have a sad face because you didn't know Hero was in--well this is the time. It's a Hero party. The Hero Celebration will begin at 11AM.
Wednesday, December 10: ATC Class and Swap Club, Kristy Williams, 6:30, $10. Everybody does their own ATC’s (usually 8-12) which you then exchange with the other members and Kristy the Teacher/Coordinator then has the supplies and plans a lesson for making another two (2) ATCs at the meeting, so you will go home with anywhere from 8-12 ATCs. We are one week early because of the holidays.
Thursday, December 11: Calligraphy Class #10, Designing Letters, DeAnn Singh, 10 weeks, 7-9PM $200. The classes will be held on either Wednesday or Thursday of each week. Read our note at the top of this newsletter about DeAnn.
Saturday, December 13: This is Linda Forrest's Black and White Tag Class that was rescheduled. The tags are in the shop and this is truly a beautiful holiday paper craft. Everything elegant in black, white, gold and silver. Linda brings really wonderful dolls to dress up on her tags. 10:30-4:30, $50.
Sunday, December 14: Altered Photos Revisited, Kelly Kilmer, 12:30- 4:30, $70. In this class, you will learn a variety of mixed media explorations, tips, tricks and techniques using photographs and collage images via a variety of methods. Learn how to paint, stamp, collage, and use a plethora of mixed media supplies on photographs. We will also incorporate our photos into a special cool art project creating a small book to house your photos! This is unlike any altered photo class you’ve ever taken (and I encourage taking a variety of them as they all are very different depending on the instructor). Want to use your own photos in your journal or your artwork? Want to spice them up with flavor and flair? Bring to class real lab quality photos (please read the supply list for more info) that you want to “art up” . I will have a selection of my own photos for you to use as well. Please bring some color copies of favorite photos (it’s fun to bring multiple copies of “one” image for a certain activity in class). Learn techniques to alter photographs and even color copies of favorite images. Learn techniques such as “photo painting”, repeating of images on a page to make a statement, coloring of photos, etc… Detailed instructional handout included as always. Students need to bring to class: about 20 *lab quality printed* photographs you want to alter (Note: The photos will NOT work if they are printed from your computer...We need to use “real photos” and nothing printed from anything but a real photo lab will work. You can have one of the major chain stores or a Mom & Pop camera shop develop your photos. They have to have the "emulsion" in the photos to work. Questions? Email Kelly) if you have questions about this email me at EGorey99@sbcglobal.net, scissors, bone folder, cork backed metal ruler, small selection of paper collage and 3-D ephemera (anything personal you want to use-I will have a ton to choose from), Marvy markers (if you have them), roll of waxed paper, roll of paper towels, container to hold water in, 3 1" bristle brushes, sand paper (fine grit).
Wednesday, November 26, 2008
THANKSGIVING AND SALE AND ENVELOPES
Wednesday, November 26: We will be closing early (5:30PM) to get ready for Thanksgiving.
Thursday, November 27: Shop Closed:
On this day, I wish you time with your family to make new memories and reflect on the ones from the past.
On this day, I wish you a beautiful dinner with loved ones be they family or friends.
On this day, I wish you extra time to not feel rushed and to look at the beautiful things in your life.
Give someone a hug and a kiss and let them know how much you love them.
These are all things to be thankful for on this Thanksgiving Day.
Friday, November 28: Shop Closed
SINCE WE ARE CLOSED BLACK FRIDAY OUR SALE WILL START ON SATURDAY!
For Saturday and Sunday only, everything in the shop is on sale at 25% off. Remember, that is Saturday Nov. 29 and Sunday Nov. 30. We also start our % off envelopes on Saturday.
Instructions for % off envelopes.
Each day you make a purchase you will receive an envelope. The envelopes will have a % on the inside from 10% all the way to 50%; there are also Instant Winner Envelopes and you may choose any stamp in the shop for free. On December 19, our Open House, you may use any one of the envelopes you have received--obviously you will use your highest percentage. If you cannot make Open House, the envelope will be good through the end of the year. If you have any questions, please post a note on this blog of email me at stampinheart@hotmail.com
The Wendy Poma class originally scheduled for November 30 has been rescheduled to December 6.
Have a wonderful shopping season. Hope to see you all in the shop during this season.
Thursday, November 27: Shop Closed:
On this day, I wish you time with your family to make new memories and reflect on the ones from the past.
On this day, I wish you a beautiful dinner with loved ones be they family or friends.
On this day, I wish you extra time to not feel rushed and to look at the beautiful things in your life.
Give someone a hug and a kiss and let them know how much you love them.
These are all things to be thankful for on this Thanksgiving Day.
Friday, November 28: Shop Closed
SINCE WE ARE CLOSED BLACK FRIDAY OUR SALE WILL START ON SATURDAY!
For Saturday and Sunday only, everything in the shop is on sale at 25% off. Remember, that is Saturday Nov. 29 and Sunday Nov. 30. We also start our % off envelopes on Saturday.
Instructions for % off envelopes.
Each day you make a purchase you will receive an envelope. The envelopes will have a % on the inside from 10% all the way to 50%; there are also Instant Winner Envelopes and you may choose any stamp in the shop for free. On December 19, our Open House, you may use any one of the envelopes you have received--obviously you will use your highest percentage. If you cannot make Open House, the envelope will be good through the end of the year. If you have any questions, please post a note on this blog of email me at stampinheart@hotmail.com
The Wendy Poma class originally scheduled for November 30 has been rescheduled to December 6.
Have a wonderful shopping season. Hope to see you all in the shop during this season.
Sunday, November 16, 2008
CLASSES, WEEK OF NOVEMBER 16
Wednesday, November 19: ATC Class and Swap Club, Kristy Williams, 6:30, $10. Everybody does their own ATC’s (usually 8-12) which you then exchange with the other members and Kristy the Teacher/Coordinator then has the supplies and plans a lesson for making another two (2) ATCs at the meeting, so you will go home with anywhere from 8-12 ATCs.
Thursday, November 20: Art from the Heart Club, 6:30-8:30. Are you looking for a way to make and share art well here it is. This club has been going for 7 years now and we are always looking for new artists both beginning and experienced. We meet once a month and have a theme each month and usually a hands-on demonstration each month. If you are interested, please email me or call the shop or drop on by. Come check us out
Friday, November 21: (Subject to approval with DeAnn and Class. Calligraphy Class #9, Designing Letters, DeAnn Singh, 10 weeks, 7-9PM $200. The classes will be held on either Wednesday or Thursday of each week. Read our note at the top of this newsletter about DeAnn. Friday has been approved.
Saturday, November 22: Christmas Cards, Gayle Smith, 10:30-2:00, $35. Beautiful Christmas Cards - both elegant and whimsical styles. Choose 5 cards from the 8-10 styles. If you would like to make any additional cards, each would be $5 more. Supply list: Scissors, ruler (or straight edge), x-acto knife, black waterproof ink, tape, glue, redline or La d'Ore tape.
Sunday, November 23: Hanko Card and Punch Class, Lori Lai, 12:30-4:30, $50. Lori’s classes are always fun. She is using Punch Bunch Punches, Hanko Paper and Stamps, Kodomo Stamps and a myriad of ideas and designs that she comes up with. It is a 5-card class and the cards are stunning. Check out www.hanko.com and look for Lori’s samples. Supply list: same as Gayle's class on Saturday as well as any flower punches you might have.
Thursday, November 20: Art from the Heart Club, 6:30-8:30. Are you looking for a way to make and share art well here it is. This club has been going for 7 years now and we are always looking for new artists both beginning and experienced. We meet once a month and have a theme each month and usually a hands-on demonstration each month. If you are interested, please email me or call the shop or drop on by. Come check us out
Friday, November 21: (Subject to approval with DeAnn and Class. Calligraphy Class #9, Designing Letters, DeAnn Singh, 10 weeks, 7-9PM $200. The classes will be held on either Wednesday or Thursday of each week. Read our note at the top of this newsletter about DeAnn. Friday has been approved.
Saturday, November 22: Christmas Cards, Gayle Smith, 10:30-2:00, $35. Beautiful Christmas Cards - both elegant and whimsical styles. Choose 5 cards from the 8-10 styles. If you would like to make any additional cards, each would be $5 more. Supply list: Scissors, ruler (or straight edge), x-acto knife, black waterproof ink, tape, glue, redline or La d'Ore tape.
Sunday, November 23: Hanko Card and Punch Class, Lori Lai, 12:30-4:30, $50. Lori’s classes are always fun. She is using Punch Bunch Punches, Hanko Paper and Stamps, Kodomo Stamps and a myriad of ideas and designs that she comes up with. It is a 5-card class and the cards are stunning. Check out www.hanko.com and look for Lori’s samples. Supply list: same as Gayle's class on Saturday as well as any flower punches you might have.
Thursday, November 13, 2008
SUPPLY LIST FOR CUTTLEBUG CLASS
For those of you taking the Cuttlebug class on Saturday or those wanting to take the Cuttlebug class the following is your supply list:
Cuttlebug (if you have one, if not we will share the Big Kick that's in the shop)
All your dies
All your embossing folders
Ruler
Scissors
X-acto Blade
Permanent Black Ink Pad
We have 6 signed up for class and there is a maximum of 10 so sign up soon if you want to learn all about the Cuttlebug and end up with some really pretty Christmas cards. This class is being taught by Gayle Smith while the original teacher, Gloria Lusear, if packing to leave us (snif, snif).
Also, don't forget Kelly Kilmer's class on Sunday, "An Artist and her Tools".
Cuttlebug (if you have one, if not we will share the Big Kick that's in the shop)
All your dies
All your embossing folders
Ruler
Scissors
X-acto Blade
Permanent Black Ink Pad
We have 6 signed up for class and there is a maximum of 10 so sign up soon if you want to learn all about the Cuttlebug and end up with some really pretty Christmas cards. This class is being taught by Gayle Smith while the original teacher, Gloria Lusear, if packing to leave us (snif, snif).
Also, don't forget Kelly Kilmer's class on Sunday, "An Artist and her Tools".
Sunday, November 9, 2008
WEEK OF NOVEMBER 9, 20008
Hope you all had fun at convention. Looking forward to seeing you in the shop this week.
For this week only--11/10-11/16 all papers (excluding Hanko Papers) will be on sale. Buy one get one of equal or lesser value at 1/2 price.
Here are this week's upcoming classes:
Wednesday, November 12: Triple X Stitch Book, Kelly Kilmer, 6:30-8:30, $55.Yet another great stitch to add to your bookbinding repertoire! Assemble a unique book with three "X"s in a row on the spine (hence, triple X). Very cool and very fresh. Add some fun and funky paper and I think you'll walk out of here quite happy with your finished sample. This gorgeous book can be utilized as an art journal, photo album, memory book, and so much more. Supply list: Scissors, bone folder, cork back metal ruler, x-acto knife and cutting mat.
Thursday, November 13: Calligraphy Class #8, Designing Letters, DeAnn Singh, 10 weeks, 7-9PM $200. The classes will be held on either Wednesday or Thursday of each week. Read our note at the top of this newsletter about DeAnn.
Friday, November 14: Make-It and Take-It, Gayle Smith is tonight’s teacher, you won’t want to miss. 6:30-?, $5 per project.
Saturday, November 15: Christmas Card Class Featuring the Cuttlebug, Gayle Smith, 10:30-2:30, $45. Gayle will be steering you toward getting your holiday cards finished and you will be using that fun new tool “the Cuttlebug”. Class is limited to 10.
Sunday, November 16: An Artist & Her Symbols, Kelly Kilmer, 12:30-4:30, $70. Artists often turn to the same images to use in their artwork. These images are our symbols. They “speak” for us what can’t be said with words. Bring your journal to class and we will explore consciously and unconsciously what these symbols are and what they mean to us. For beginner to advanced, the techniques we will explore are fun, inspiring and inviting! A detailed handout, as always, accompanies the workshop. Please make sure to read the supply list! Supply list- Students should, please, bring to class: Journal (with paper “heavy” enough to use with acrylics, etc…), Scissors, bone folder, cork backed metal ruler, 3 1" bristle brushes to paint and glue with, container to hold water, small selection of collage ephemera to use, roll of waxed paper, roll of paper towels, and copies (black and white or color it is up to you) of several images-images that you have used in your artwork, images that call and inspire you. Please make multiple copies in different sizes of the images. I like to have at least one large image to use and then a few copies of the same image in a variety of sizes. I will also have images for you to use in class, but it is nice to have some of your own personal favorites on hand to make it a more meaningful experience. Questions? Please email Kelly at Egorey99@sbcgloba
Let me know how you all are enjoying the blog. Is it working for you?
Luv, Karen
For this week only--11/10-11/16 all papers (excluding Hanko Papers) will be on sale. Buy one get one of equal or lesser value at 1/2 price.
Here are this week's upcoming classes:
Wednesday, November 12: Triple X Stitch Book, Kelly Kilmer, 6:30-8:30, $55.Yet another great stitch to add to your bookbinding repertoire! Assemble a unique book with three "X"s in a row on the spine (hence, triple X). Very cool and very fresh. Add some fun and funky paper and I think you'll walk out of here quite happy with your finished sample. This gorgeous book can be utilized as an art journal, photo album, memory book, and so much more. Supply list: Scissors, bone folder, cork back metal ruler, x-acto knife and cutting mat.
Thursday, November 13: Calligraphy Class #8, Designing Letters, DeAnn Singh, 10 weeks, 7-9PM $200. The classes will be held on either Wednesday or Thursday of each week. Read our note at the top of this newsletter about DeAnn.
Friday, November 14: Make-It and Take-It, Gayle Smith is tonight’s teacher, you won’t want to miss. 6:30-?, $5 per project.
Saturday, November 15: Christmas Card Class Featuring the Cuttlebug, Gayle Smith, 10:30-2:30, $45. Gayle will be steering you toward getting your holiday cards finished and you will be using that fun new tool “the Cuttlebug”. Class is limited to 10.
Sunday, November 16: An Artist & Her Symbols, Kelly Kilmer, 12:30-4:30, $70. Artists often turn to the same images to use in their artwork. These images are our symbols. They “speak” for us what can’t be said with words. Bring your journal to class and we will explore consciously and unconsciously what these symbols are and what they mean to us. For beginner to advanced, the techniques we will explore are fun, inspiring and inviting! A detailed handout, as always, accompanies the workshop. Please make sure to read the supply list! Supply list- Students should, please, bring to class: Journal (with paper “heavy” enough to use with acrylics, etc…), Scissors, bone folder, cork backed metal ruler, 3 1" bristle brushes to paint and glue with, container to hold water, small selection of collage ephemera to use, roll of waxed paper, roll of paper towels, and copies (black and white or color it is up to you) of several images-images that you have used in your artwork, images that call and inspire you. Please make multiple copies in different sizes of the images. I like to have at least one large image to use and then a few copies of the same image in a variety of sizes. I will also have images for you to use in class, but it is nice to have some of your own personal favorites on hand to make it a more meaningful experience. Questions? Please email Kelly at Egorey99@sbcgloba
Let me know how you all are enjoying the blog. Is it working for you?
Luv, Karen
Tuesday, November 4, 2008
Sunday, November 2, 2008
CLASSES THE WEEK OF NOVEMBER 2
Our first Pinecone Press Book Club was a lot of fun. Think about checking it out next month.
6 MORE WEEKENDS UNTIL CHRISTMAS AND HANNUKAH
Here are this weeks classes. Give us a call.
Wednesday, November 5: Calligraphy Class #7, Designing Letters, DeAnn Singh, 10 weeks, 7-9PM $200. The classes will be held on either Wednesday or Thursday of each week. Read our note at the top of this newsletter about DeAnn.
Thursday, November 6: Magenta Class with Beverly from 1:00-4:00, $30. Class with Helene from 6-9, $30. Sign up early, these classes fill fast.
Friday, November 7: Stampin’ Café, bring your projects we’ll put on the hot water and we’ll have a good time.
Saturday, November 8: The Original Rubber Stamp Convention at Carson Convention Center. Stop on by after the convention with your goody book with 15% off.
Sunday, November 9: The Original Rubber Stamp Convention at Carson Convention Center.
6 MORE WEEKENDS UNTIL CHRISTMAS AND HANNUKAH
Here are this weeks classes. Give us a call.
Wednesday, November 5: Calligraphy Class #7, Designing Letters, DeAnn Singh, 10 weeks, 7-9PM $200. The classes will be held on either Wednesday or Thursday of each week. Read our note at the top of this newsletter about DeAnn.
Thursday, November 6: Magenta Class with Beverly from 1:00-4:00, $30. Class with Helene from 6-9, $30. Sign up early, these classes fill fast.
Friday, November 7: Stampin’ Café, bring your projects we’ll put on the hot water and we’ll have a good time.
Saturday, November 8: The Original Rubber Stamp Convention at Carson Convention Center. Stop on by after the convention with your goody book with 15% off.
Sunday, November 9: The Original Rubber Stamp Convention at Carson Convention Center.
Saturday, November 1, 2008
PINECONE PRESS BOOK CLUB UPDATE
Don't forget Sunday, November 2 is our first Pinecone Press Book Club Meeting at 1PM. We will be doing a Holiday Calendar of Events that will go from 2008 to 2011. It will bring back memories from the year before and help you remember what you did, said and gave. All that in Kit A--Kit B is a little wallet that can hold an ATC size gift card and holders for teabag size gifts--i.e., teabags, bath salts, etc.
We will also be giving out next months kits which is called reflections.
We will also be giving out next months kits which is called reflections.
Friday, October 31, 2008
TODAY, OCT. 31--HAPPY HALLOWEEN
If you come in and shop today in costume there will be a 35% discount waiting for all your purchases. It is for today only and you MUST be in costume.
Here is the student list for Helene's class from Magenta on Thursday, Nov. 6 from 6-9. You will need: Permanent black ink, pigment pad like colorbox either lava black, sepia black, chestnut or a dark brown (can use Versacolor also), Cat's eyes lime or moss green and cyan. Different colors of cat's eyes or colorbox that you like to use together, USArtQuest palette and a small watercolor brush, glossy accent or diamond glaze, color pencils green and light blue, double sided tape, Exacto knife and scissors, colorbox stylus with with foam attachments. We are out of the stylus and white foam attachments and won't have them in time for the class--so beg, borrow or share with friends.
Here is the student list for Helene's class from Magenta on Thursday, Nov. 6 from 6-9. You will need: Permanent black ink, pigment pad like colorbox either lava black, sepia black, chestnut or a dark brown (can use Versacolor also), Cat's eyes lime or moss green and cyan. Different colors of cat's eyes or colorbox that you like to use together, USArtQuest palette and a small watercolor brush, glossy accent or diamond glaze, color pencils green and light blue, double sided tape, Exacto knife and scissors, colorbox stylus with with foam attachments. We are out of the stylus and white foam attachments and won't have them in time for the class--so beg, borrow or share with friends.
Wednesday, October 29, 2008
OOPS!
Just a note--Linda Forrest's Black and White Class is NOT this Saturday; it has been moved to Saturday, December 13. Sorry for the confusion. You can still sign up this early for Linda's class, it promises to be very elegant.
Sunday, October 26, 2008
THE WEEK OF OCTOBER 27 THRU NOVEMBER 2
For those of you who want to take the Magenta Class on Thursday November 6 we need sign ups now. Beverly and Helene are trying to get their cards cut and put together. In Helene's class she is taking a max of 16 and we have 13 sign up already. If you want to take these classes you need to let us know asap.
Thank you ladies for the fun time we had at Extravaganza. A great time was had by all, but it wouldn't have been without all the chuckles and friends that we had there. Thank you all again.
Hats off to our wonderful, talented and awesome Extravaganza teachers, Gloria Lusear and Gayle Smith, Jessica Hollowell, Ellie Shaw and Kristy Williams. We are looking forward to next year.
Wednesday, October 29: Calligraphy Class #6, Designing Letters, DeAnn Singh, 10 weeks, 7-9PM $200. The classes will be held on either Wednesday or Thursday of each week. Read our note at the top of this newsletter about DeAnn.
Thursday, October 30: Art from the Heart Club, 6:30-8:30. Are you looking for a way to make and share art well here it is. This club has been going for 7 years now and we are always looking for new artists both beginning and experienced. We meet once a month and have a theme each month and usually a hands-on demonstration each month. If you are interested, please email me or call the shop or drop on by. Come check us out
Friday, October 31: Happy Halloween! If you shop in costume today there will be a 35% discount on your purchases. We're closing at 6PM tonight.
Saturday, November 1: Black and White Holiday Tag Cards, Linda Forest, 10:30-4:00, $45. Think black and white with a touch of silver or gold for pizzazz and I’ll show you what we can do with some blank tags! In this workshop we’ll be creating distressed backgrounds with acrylic paints directly onto 4 x 8 tags. We will then embellish each tag with a “Tag Girl” dressed in black and white glam. Each tag will be mounted onto folded cardstock and wrapped n tulle with a tied ribbon ready for that special recipient. You will leave this workshop with 6 Tag Cards and a happy heart! Students should bring a glue stick and sharp scissors for light trimming. Also bring a snack or lunch for good energy
Thank you ladies for the fun time we had at Extravaganza. A great time was had by all, but it wouldn't have been without all the chuckles and friends that we had there. Thank you all again.
Hats off to our wonderful, talented and awesome Extravaganza teachers, Gloria Lusear and Gayle Smith, Jessica Hollowell, Ellie Shaw and Kristy Williams. We are looking forward to next year.
Wednesday, October 29: Calligraphy Class #6, Designing Letters, DeAnn Singh, 10 weeks, 7-9PM $200. The classes will be held on either Wednesday or Thursday of each week. Read our note at the top of this newsletter about DeAnn.
Thursday, October 30: Art from the Heart Club, 6:30-8:30. Are you looking for a way to make and share art well here it is. This club has been going for 7 years now and we are always looking for new artists both beginning and experienced. We meet once a month and have a theme each month and usually a hands-on demonstration each month. If you are interested, please email me or call the shop or drop on by. Come check us out
Friday, October 31: Happy Halloween! If you shop in costume today there will be a 35% discount on your purchases. We're closing at 6PM tonight.
Saturday, November 1: Black and White Holiday Tag Cards, Linda Forest, 10:30-4:00, $45. Think black and white with a touch of silver or gold for pizzazz and I’ll show you what we can do with some blank tags! In this workshop we’ll be creating distressed backgrounds with acrylic paints directly onto 4 x 8 tags. We will then embellish each tag with a “Tag Girl” dressed in black and white glam. Each tag will be mounted onto folded cardstock and wrapped n tulle with a tied ribbon ready for that special recipient. You will leave this workshop with 6 Tag Cards and a happy heart! Students should bring a glue stick and sharp scissors for light trimming. Also bring a snack or lunch for good energy
Thursday, October 23, 2008
FINAL EXTRAVAGANZA CALL
There are two openings left for this Saturday's Extravaganza. If you thought about it and figured it was closed now is your chance.
Monday, October 20, 2008
EXTRAVAGANZA THIS SATURDAY
If you have been debating whether to take the Extravangaza I want to let you know there are three (3) openings left. It will be a fun day with giveaways, raffles, free stamps for the students and lots of fun projects and ideas. The food won't be bad either. Let us hear from you soon so the teachers know how many projects they need to prepare.
Saturday, October 18, 2008
CLASSES FOR THE WEEK OF OCTOBER 20
Hope you are all enjoying a great fall. Here is a list of our classes for this week.
Just to let you all know we are booking classes for next year (2009). We have added to our roster of wonderful teachers. Mike Strong will be coming once a month, most months. We are looking to add a teacher name Sumi for some Deco Clay classes--you know those beautiful flower classes--we will try to have classes with Deco Clay at least once every couple of months--still need to talk with Sumi. We have signed up classes with some of our regulars--Kelly Kilmer, Wendy Poma, and Gayle Smith. There will be others coming along. If you have a class you would like to see come to the shop, please leave a comment on this blog, email me or phone the shop. Have a wonderful week.
Tuesday, October 21: The Elemental Basics of Stamping, Ellie Shaw, 11:30-1:30, $35. Ellie will show you some really fun things to do with rubber stamps. She will teach you embossing, direct to paper coloring technique, the difference between the types of ink that are on the market today and many other things. If you want to take the class and have a special request please let us know and Ellie will try to work that in also. Ellie is very patient and has been our Basics Teacher since we started in 2001. Thanks Ellie!
Wednesday, October 22: The Elemental Basics of Stamping, Ellie Shaw, 6:30-8:30, $35. Ellie will show you some really fun things to do with rubber stamps. She will teach you embossing, direct to paper coloring technique, the difference between the types of ink that are on the market today and many other things. If you want to take the class and have a special request please let us know and Ellie will try to work that in also. Ellie is very patient and has been our Basics Teacher since we started in 2001. Thanks Ellie!
Thursday, October 23: Calligraphy Class #5, Designing Letters, DeAnn Singh, 10 weeks, 7-9PM $200. The classes will be held on either Wednesday or Thursday of each week. Read our note at the top of this newsletter about DeAnn.
Saturday, October 25: Our last Extravaganza of the Year, Subject to be announced. As usual we will have our five teachers: Jessica Hollowell, Gloria Lusear, Ellie Shaw, Gayle Smith and Kristy Williams. Once again, we will have breakfast and lunch together as well as all the projects. Starting time is 9AM, cost is $95. Maximum amount of students is 20. This Extravaganza we will not only do cards at one table but a project you can put together for hostess gifts for the holidays.
Sunday, October 26: Swatches: Little Paper Books 4 hours $70 I'm absolutely addicted to these little books. I guarantee after this class, you'll be too! After you pick from a hodge podge of "found" papers, you will assemble a variety of little paper books. We will quickly assemble a small pile of "swatches" learning a quick and easy bookbinding stitch as you go. We will then start to work quickly on the pages (but not too quickly) working in multiple books at one time, listening to our muses (no criticism only soft whispers of "go for it..."), we will collage, stamp, paint, doodle, stitch and play on the pages. You will learn how to work fast. You will learn a variety of new mixed media collage techniques. You will walk out with a small pile of books that you can toss in a bag and bring with you anywhere and everywhere. Supply list- Students should, please, bring to class: Favorite Glue stick, Scissors, bone folder, cork backed metal ruler, 3 1" bristle brushes to paint and glue with, container to hold water, small selection of collage ephemera to use, roll of waxed paper, roll of paper towels. Questions? Please email Kelly at Egorey99@sbcglobal.net
Just to let you all know we are booking classes for next year (2009). We have added to our roster of wonderful teachers. Mike Strong will be coming once a month, most months. We are looking to add a teacher name Sumi for some Deco Clay classes--you know those beautiful flower classes--we will try to have classes with Deco Clay at least once every couple of months--still need to talk with Sumi. We have signed up classes with some of our regulars--Kelly Kilmer, Wendy Poma, and Gayle Smith. There will be others coming along. If you have a class you would like to see come to the shop, please leave a comment on this blog, email me or phone the shop. Have a wonderful week.
Tuesday, October 21: The Elemental Basics of Stamping, Ellie Shaw, 11:30-1:30, $35. Ellie will show you some really fun things to do with rubber stamps. She will teach you embossing, direct to paper coloring technique, the difference between the types of ink that are on the market today and many other things. If you want to take the class and have a special request please let us know and Ellie will try to work that in also. Ellie is very patient and has been our Basics Teacher since we started in 2001. Thanks Ellie!
Wednesday, October 22: The Elemental Basics of Stamping, Ellie Shaw, 6:30-8:30, $35. Ellie will show you some really fun things to do with rubber stamps. She will teach you embossing, direct to paper coloring technique, the difference between the types of ink that are on the market today and many other things. If you want to take the class and have a special request please let us know and Ellie will try to work that in also. Ellie is very patient and has been our Basics Teacher since we started in 2001. Thanks Ellie!
Thursday, October 23: Calligraphy Class #5, Designing Letters, DeAnn Singh, 10 weeks, 7-9PM $200. The classes will be held on either Wednesday or Thursday of each week. Read our note at the top of this newsletter about DeAnn.
Saturday, October 25: Our last Extravaganza of the Year, Subject to be announced. As usual we will have our five teachers: Jessica Hollowell, Gloria Lusear, Ellie Shaw, Gayle Smith and Kristy Williams. Once again, we will have breakfast and lunch together as well as all the projects. Starting time is 9AM, cost is $95. Maximum amount of students is 20. This Extravaganza we will not only do cards at one table but a project you can put together for hostess gifts for the holidays.
Sunday, October 26: Swatches: Little Paper Books 4 hours $70 I'm absolutely addicted to these little books. I guarantee after this class, you'll be too! After you pick from a hodge podge of "found" papers, you will assemble a variety of little paper books. We will quickly assemble a small pile of "swatches" learning a quick and easy bookbinding stitch as you go. We will then start to work quickly on the pages (but not too quickly) working in multiple books at one time, listening to our muses (no criticism only soft whispers of "go for it..."), we will collage, stamp, paint, doodle, stitch and play on the pages. You will learn how to work fast. You will learn a variety of new mixed media collage techniques. You will walk out with a small pile of books that you can toss in a bag and bring with you anywhere and everywhere. Supply list- Students should, please, bring to class: Favorite Glue stick, Scissors, bone folder, cork backed metal ruler, 3 1" bristle brushes to paint and glue with, container to hold water, small selection of collage ephemera to use, roll of waxed paper, roll of paper towels. Questions? Please email Kelly at Egorey99@sbcglobal.net
Thursday, October 16, 2008
HELP-RE. DECO CLAY MAKE IT TAKE IT
HELP - HELP - HELP
I promised Tim Janes from Deco Clay a phone call tonight with a guestimation of how many of you will show up tomorrow night (Friday) for the Deco Clay Make It Take It. Normally MITI is just drop in but since he is bringing product they would like to have some idea as to how much to bring. See the picture on my profile to see what the project is. It is a $10 project, they furnish the clay and the tools.
If you think you are going to come tomorrow night, please give me a call at the shop before 8PM tonight (Thursday) so I can give Tim a call. I appreciate your help in this matter.
Thanks, Karen
I promised Tim Janes from Deco Clay a phone call tonight with a guestimation of how many of you will show up tomorrow night (Friday) for the Deco Clay Make It Take It. Normally MITI is just drop in but since he is bringing product they would like to have some idea as to how much to bring. See the picture on my profile to see what the project is. It is a $10 project, they furnish the clay and the tools.
If you think you are going to come tomorrow night, please give me a call at the shop before 8PM tonight (Thursday) so I can give Tim a call. I appreciate your help in this matter.
Thanks, Karen
Wednesday, October 15, 2008
N E W--Pinecone Press Book Club
Come join our NEW Pinecone Press Book club, facilitated by Gayle Smith. It starts November 2 at 1:00PM. Don't tell me our stamping store is now becoming a reading post--well not exactly.
With the Pinecone Press Book Club you will have opportunities to make all types of paper projects, some chipboard projects, some tin projects and who knows what else they will come up with during the next 6 months. We ask that you commit to 6 months (it really isn't that long, just think back to the holiday season last year and here it is again). If you start in November your 6 months will be up in April.
The Book Club will consist of a book with at least 15 projects in it each month and two kits--A and B with all the material to complete at least two projects. Gayle will have the class on the first Sunday of the month and you will probably complete or come real close to completing the first project in one of the kits. You will then go home with that kit as well as the second one. During the month you are to complete the second project. If you are like some of us and always seem to run out of time, we will have a Pinecone Press Project Night which will be the 3rd Friday of the month. If you are a member of the Pinecone Book Club, Project Night is free; if you are not a member but would like to come and work on projects of your own or maybe pick up a Kit that night the cost will be $10 + the materials for the project.
The first kit in November that we will be doing is a Holiday Planning Notebook and the second project is (call it what you want); it is an ATC holder, a tea bag or sachet holder with 5 pockets, they are both on display in the shop.
The cost is $40 a month (remember you get the book, kit A, kit B with all the materials. If you make the 6-month commitment you pay each month for the next month's kit so it is not a huge outlay of money all at once.
If you have any questions regarding the Pinecone Press Book Club please leave a comment on this blog or email Gayle at rubberandink@gmail.com Looking forward to hearing from some of you--this is going to be fun.
NOTE: There are still 5 spots left in the Extravaganza taking place Saturday, October 25. It is a fun day you won't want to miss. Come and let your hair down.
Don't forget Wendy and Jessica's class this Saturday and Sunday. Call quick.
With the Pinecone Press Book Club you will have opportunities to make all types of paper projects, some chipboard projects, some tin projects and who knows what else they will come up with during the next 6 months. We ask that you commit to 6 months (it really isn't that long, just think back to the holiday season last year and here it is again). If you start in November your 6 months will be up in April.
The Book Club will consist of a book with at least 15 projects in it each month and two kits--A and B with all the material to complete at least two projects. Gayle will have the class on the first Sunday of the month and you will probably complete or come real close to completing the first project in one of the kits. You will then go home with that kit as well as the second one. During the month you are to complete the second project. If you are like some of us and always seem to run out of time, we will have a Pinecone Press Project Night which will be the 3rd Friday of the month. If you are a member of the Pinecone Book Club, Project Night is free; if you are not a member but would like to come and work on projects of your own or maybe pick up a Kit that night the cost will be $10 + the materials for the project.
The first kit in November that we will be doing is a Holiday Planning Notebook and the second project is (call it what you want); it is an ATC holder, a tea bag or sachet holder with 5 pockets, they are both on display in the shop.
The cost is $40 a month (remember you get the book, kit A, kit B with all the materials. If you make the 6-month commitment you pay each month for the next month's kit so it is not a huge outlay of money all at once.
If you have any questions regarding the Pinecone Press Book Club please leave a comment on this blog or email Gayle at rubberandink@gmail.com Looking forward to hearing from some of you--this is going to be fun.
NOTE: There are still 5 spots left in the Extravaganza taking place Saturday, October 25. It is a fun day you won't want to miss. Come and let your hair down.
Don't forget Wendy and Jessica's class this Saturday and Sunday. Call quick.
Sunday, October 12, 2008
THE WEEK OF OCTOBER 13 AT SFTH
Wednesday, October 15: ATC Class and Swap Club, Kristy Williams, 6:30, $10. Everybody does their own ATC’s (usually 8-12) which you then exchange with the other members and Kristy the Teacher/Coordinator then has the supplies and plans a lesson for making another two (2) ATCs at the meeting, so you will go home with anywhere from 8-12 ATCs.
Thursday, October 16: Calligraphy Class #4, Designing Letters, DeAnn Singh, 10 weeks, 7-9PM $200. The classes will be held on either Wednesday or Thursday of each week. Read our note at the top of this newsletter about DeAnn. If you don't have a newsletter, please email me and I will send you one or come into the shop and pick one up.
Saturday, October 18: The Journal Book, Wendy Poma, 10:30-2:00, $40. Come join Wendy’s class as she does another classy journal book. Great for gift-giving (holidays are fast approaching) or keep it for yourself to journal entries.
Sunday, October 19: Marvelous Mosaic Paper Quilts, Jessica Hollowell, 1:00-4:00, $35. If you like puzzles you will love this class. You will paint several backgrounds and then cut them into smaller pieces and rearrange them into a patchwork of color. Then you’ll decorate with a variety of stamped items.
There are 7 openings in the Extravaganza slated for October 25. For those that are new and don't know about Extravaganza. We start at 9AM with breakfast, then do two projects, the have lunch, then two more projects. This year's theme is cards and gift ideas. Gayle and Gloria will be doing cards at their table, holiday and generic; Ellie and Kristy will be doing hostess gift ideas for the holidays or any other time of the year that you want to give a little something special to someone for an invite or a kindness they showed. Jessica will be doing an art project that can also be used as a gift. You will get another bag along with bunches of stamps. The cost is $95.
There will also be give-aways and raffles going on during the Extravaganza. We all have a great time, just ask some of those who have come before. Those of you that have done an Extravaganza leave a note on the blog so others can get an idea of what you did and how you liked it.
Also, don't forget the Magenta ladies in November.
Thursday, October 16: Calligraphy Class #4, Designing Letters, DeAnn Singh, 10 weeks, 7-9PM $200. The classes will be held on either Wednesday or Thursday of each week. Read our note at the top of this newsletter about DeAnn. If you don't have a newsletter, please email me and I will send you one or come into the shop and pick one up.
Saturday, October 18: The Journal Book, Wendy Poma, 10:30-2:00, $40. Come join Wendy’s class as she does another classy journal book. Great for gift-giving (holidays are fast approaching) or keep it for yourself to journal entries.
Sunday, October 19: Marvelous Mosaic Paper Quilts, Jessica Hollowell, 1:00-4:00, $35. If you like puzzles you will love this class. You will paint several backgrounds and then cut them into smaller pieces and rearrange them into a patchwork of color. Then you’ll decorate with a variety of stamped items.
There are 7 openings in the Extravaganza slated for October 25. For those that are new and don't know about Extravaganza. We start at 9AM with breakfast, then do two projects, the have lunch, then two more projects. This year's theme is cards and gift ideas. Gayle and Gloria will be doing cards at their table, holiday and generic; Ellie and Kristy will be doing hostess gift ideas for the holidays or any other time of the year that you want to give a little something special to someone for an invite or a kindness they showed. Jessica will be doing an art project that can also be used as a gift. You will get another bag along with bunches of stamps. The cost is $95.
There will also be give-aways and raffles going on during the Extravaganza. We all have a great time, just ask some of those who have come before. Those of you that have done an Extravaganza leave a note on the blog so others can get an idea of what you did and how you liked it.
Also, don't forget the Magenta ladies in November.
Thursday, October 9, 2008
CALLIGRAPHY #3 TONIGHT--MITI TOMORROW NIGHT
Don't forget tonight's Calligraphy Call #3 and tomorrow night's MITI with Jessica Hollowell.
NINA'S BIRTHDAY
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO NINA, HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO NINA, HAPPY BIRTHDAY DEAR NINA, HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU--It is Nina's birthday today, if you would like to send her some well wishes her email is npenguin63@msn.com. I know she'd like to hear from all of you.
Tuesday, October 7, 2008
TUESDAY'S UPDATE 10/7/2008
Ok everyone here is this week's update:
Wednesday, 10/8/08: Kelly Kilmer is doing her Buttonhole Stitch Book from 6:30-8:30PM, $55. Supply list is scissors, bone folder, cutting mat, xacto blade, cork back metal ruler, paper towels, wax paper, 3--count them 3 1" bristle brushes for paint and glue, Versafine Black or permanent black ink pad.
Thursday, 10/9/08: Calligraphy class #3, DeAnn Singh, 7-9PM.
Friday, 10/10/08: Make-It-Take-It with Jessica Hollowell, 6:30PM, $5 per project.
Saturday, 10/11/08: Bats in the Belfry with Kristy Williams, $40. You will be making three (3) great Halloween cards and a little trinket box all dressed up like Halloween.
Sunday, 10/12/08: Hanko Punch and Paper Card, Lori Lai, $50. Lori will be doing several cards that are truly amazing. Check out her talent on the Hanko website.
NEWS FLASH: Tim Janes from Deco Clay in Hawaii will be in our shop, Friday night, October 17 to do a Make-It-Take-It, $10. Flowers on a natural grass box. You will be making your own flowers with Tim's help and the Deco Clay. Many of you remember the classes we had in here about 5 years ago with Diane Katsuyoshi. We are looking in to having some classes next year in the shop. Since space is limited and this MITI may be more than 30 minutes long in order to make the flowers, you should probably call in and make reservations. Hopefully sometime this week I will have a picture on the blog. Not on my computer so I can't right now.
If you want to sign up for any of the preceeding classes, please email, comment on the blog or phone the shop. Talk to you soon
Wednesday, 10/8/08: Kelly Kilmer is doing her Buttonhole Stitch Book from 6:30-8:30PM, $55. Supply list is scissors, bone folder, cutting mat, xacto blade, cork back metal ruler, paper towels, wax paper, 3--count them 3 1" bristle brushes for paint and glue, Versafine Black or permanent black ink pad.
Thursday, 10/9/08: Calligraphy class #3, DeAnn Singh, 7-9PM.
Friday, 10/10/08: Make-It-Take-It with Jessica Hollowell, 6:30PM, $5 per project.
Saturday, 10/11/08: Bats in the Belfry with Kristy Williams, $40. You will be making three (3) great Halloween cards and a little trinket box all dressed up like Halloween.
Sunday, 10/12/08: Hanko Punch and Paper Card, Lori Lai, $50. Lori will be doing several cards that are truly amazing. Check out her talent on the Hanko website.
NEWS FLASH: Tim Janes from Deco Clay in Hawaii will be in our shop, Friday night, October 17 to do a Make-It-Take-It, $10. Flowers on a natural grass box. You will be making your own flowers with Tim's help and the Deco Clay. Many of you remember the classes we had in here about 5 years ago with Diane Katsuyoshi. We are looking in to having some classes next year in the shop. Since space is limited and this MITI may be more than 30 minutes long in order to make the flowers, you should probably call in and make reservations. Hopefully sometime this week I will have a picture on the blog. Not on my computer so I can't right now.
If you want to sign up for any of the preceeding classes, please email, comment on the blog or phone the shop. Talk to you soon
Monday, October 6, 2008
SHOP CLOSED WEDNESDAY FROM 1-3:30pm
Hey guys I hate to do this but I am going to have to close the shop from 1-3:30 on Wednesday. Charmaine will come in around 3:30 and I will be there from 4:30 or 5 until closing. Please pass this info along to anyone who may not look at the blog. Thanks, Karen
Friday, October 3, 2008
OK Everyone--
Don't forget tonight's Make It and Take It in honor of Worldwide Card Day starts 6:30.
Also, this is the last day to sign up for Linda Forrest's A-Muse-ing Tags and Book Class which takes place tomorrow, Saturday.
Don't forget Jessica Hollowell's stunning Library Pockets Class on Sunday--again last day to sign up is today, Friday.
Don't forget tonight's Make It and Take It in honor of Worldwide Card Day starts 6:30.
Also, this is the last day to sign up for Linda Forrest's A-Muse-ing Tags and Book Class which takes place tomorrow, Saturday.
Don't forget Jessica Hollowell's stunning Library Pockets Class on Sunday--again last day to sign up is today, Friday.
Wednesday, October 1, 2008
News for 10/1/08: The double-sided adhesives from Fred Mullett's class is now in the shop. It is from Grafix.
This Friday, October 3, 2008 starting at 6:30PM, there will be a Free Make-It-Take-It to celebrate "Worldwide Card Making Day" on October 4. We have Linda's class on Saturday so we are doing the MITI Friday Evening. You can still come in for Cafe night but you also might want to take advantage of the Make It Take It.
We have two new Halloween papers and a Thanksgiving paper from Pinecone Press.
Calligraphy Class #2 is tomorrow night, Thursday, October 2, 7PM to 9PM. You can purchase supplies from DeAnn when you get there.
Linda Forrest's A muse ing Tag class is scheduled to take place on Saturday. If you think you want to take it, we need to hear from you by noon tomorrow (Thursday, 10/2) so she can plan and cut paper. Lots of prep work for this class.
Also, Jessica's class on Sunday is still open. She is doing artsy, colorful library cards. Again, please call us by end of day tomorrow, Thursday.
If you have any questions or comments, please leave them on the blog or email me.
This Friday, October 3, 2008 starting at 6:30PM, there will be a Free Make-It-Take-It to celebrate "Worldwide Card Making Day" on October 4. We have Linda's class on Saturday so we are doing the MITI Friday Evening. You can still come in for Cafe night but you also might want to take advantage of the Make It Take It.
We have two new Halloween papers and a Thanksgiving paper from Pinecone Press.
Calligraphy Class #2 is tomorrow night, Thursday, October 2, 7PM to 9PM. You can purchase supplies from DeAnn when you get there.
Linda Forrest's A muse ing Tag class is scheduled to take place on Saturday. If you think you want to take it, we need to hear from you by noon tomorrow (Thursday, 10/2) so she can plan and cut paper. Lots of prep work for this class.
Also, Jessica's class on Sunday is still open. She is doing artsy, colorful library cards. Again, please call us by end of day tomorrow, Thursday.
If you have any questions or comments, please leave them on the blog or email me.
Saturday, September 27, 2008
What's happening at Stampin' from the Heart 9/27/08 and Beyond
Hi, hope you are all enjoying our autumn days, the bit of a nip in the air, the glorious colors, the changing leaves--stop and smell the season. We had a great Calligraphy class on Wednesday, September 24. My apologies for the two of you who read the class in the beginning was Thursday, Sept. 25 and were not notified of the change. Hope you will be in class Thursday, October 2; DeAnn will have the supplies that you need.
Look for a new "class/club" coming. It is the Pinecone Press Book Club and will be taught/moderated by Gayle Smith. The club will be $38 a month. With that money you will receive a class from Gayle, a project book with many projects that can be done outside the club (projects such as: frames, boxes, holiday organizers, chipboard calendars, cards--accordion, flap, flip; scrapbook pages and how to lay them out) a bag to hold your supplies (1st 12 sign-ups only) and two kits--A and B--with the materials to do anywhere from 2-6 projects in each kit. Kits come with paper, chipboard notebook, ribbon, brads, etc. In the class you will make one (or two) projects from either Kit A or Kit B, then you will take the other kit home and complete the project(s) in that kit to bring back the next month to share and receive that month's kits. On the 3rd Friday night of the month, we will have "Project Night" so if you haven't been able to finish the project at home you can come in and finish it at the shop before the next class. If you have any questions please leave a comment or email me at : stampinheart@hotmail.com
Two of our teachers, Gayle Smith and Jessica Hollowell have new blogs. Gayle's is: gayle-rubberandink.blogspot.com and Jessica's I will let you know as soon as I have it.
Please be sure to check out the following classes that will be occurring during the next two weeks.
Thursday, October 2: Calligraphy Class #2, Designing Letters, DeAnn Singh, 7-9, Class #2. Read the write-up on September 24 and at the top of this newsletter.
Friday, October 3: Stampin’ Café night, bring your projects and let’s work together, 6:30.
Saturday, October 4: A Muse-ing Tag Book, Linda Forrest, 10:30-4:00, $55. Which muse stirs you through your daily adventures? Together we will assemble a simple but striking book to safe-keep the muses closest to your heart. We will create 5 tags with colorful acrylic painted background which will feature the muses of our lives. You will
leave the workshop with a lovely “A-muse-ing” Tag Book which you can display at your art space for inspiration or to “a-muse” those around you. Student supply list: Sharp scissors, glue stick and a crop-a-dile punch if you have one. Also bring a snack or lunch for good energy. Class will be repeated in February 4 (I think).
Sunday, October 5: Colorful Library Pockets, Jessica Hollowell, 1:00-4:00, $35. Create vibrant one-of-a-kind library pockets and card inserts with H20 paints, stamps, ephemera, fibers and other items. These make perfect birthday or any occasion cards. Student Supply List: Red tape, glue stick, precision scissors.
Wednesday, October 8: Buttonhole Stitch Book, Kelly Kilmer, 6:30-8:30, $55. Another unique stitch to add to your bookbinding skills! Learn a long stitch style sewing to create an exposed binding along the spine of your book. Other means of sewing discussed in class. It’s an extremely artsy stitch that leaves the mind spinning with other ideas!Supply List-Students should bring to class: Scissors, bone folder, cork back metal ruler, x-acto knife, cutting mat, paper towels, waxed paper, 3 1" bristle brushes (to paint and glue with), container to hold water in, Black Versafine (or permanent) ink pad.
Wednesday, October 8: Buttonhole Stitch Book, Kelly Kilmer, 6:30-8:30, $55. Another unique stitch to add to your bookbinding skills! Learn a long stitch style sewing to create an exposed binding along the spine of your book. Other means of sewing discussed in class. It’s an extremely artsy stitch that leaves the mind spinning with other ideas!Supply List-Students should bring to class: Scissors, bone folder, cork back metal ruler, x-acto knife, cutting mat, paper towels, waxed paper, 3 1" bristle brushes (to paint and glue with), container to hold water in, Black Versafine (or permanent) ink pad.
Thursday, October 9: Calligraphy, Designing Letters, Class #3 with DeAnn Singh, 7-9P.
Friday, October 10: Make-It and Take-It, Jessica Hollowell is tonight’s teacher, you won’t want to miss. 6:30-?, $5 per project.
Saturday, October 11: Bats in the Belfry Box and Card Class, Kristy Williams, 10:30-3:00, $40. This is Kristy’s Halloween class, she loves Halloween and wants to share her fun of this holiday with all who enjoy it as much as she does.
Sunday, October 12: Hanko Card and Punch Class, Lori Lai, 12:30-4:30, $50. Lori’s classes are always fun. She is using Punch Bunch Punches, Hanko Paper and Stamps, Kodomo Stamps and a myriad of ideas and designs that she comes up with. It is a 5-card class and the cards are stunning. Check out www.hanko.com and look for Lori’s samples.
We have some great classes and teachers be sure to take advantage of them. We don't want to lose them. Samples are in the shop. Linda's Amusing Tags are in the shop, Jessica's library cards, Kelly's Buttonhole Stitch Book.
Please don't hesitate to leave comments or email me with any questions or suggestions or just some thoughts.
Love you all!
Look for a new "class/club" coming. It is the Pinecone Press Book Club and will be taught/moderated by Gayle Smith. The club will be $38 a month. With that money you will receive a class from Gayle, a project book with many projects that can be done outside the club (projects such as: frames, boxes, holiday organizers, chipboard calendars, cards--accordion, flap, flip; scrapbook pages and how to lay them out) a bag to hold your supplies (1st 12 sign-ups only) and two kits--A and B--with the materials to do anywhere from 2-6 projects in each kit. Kits come with paper, chipboard notebook, ribbon, brads, etc. In the class you will make one (or two) projects from either Kit A or Kit B, then you will take the other kit home and complete the project(s) in that kit to bring back the next month to share and receive that month's kits. On the 3rd Friday night of the month, we will have "Project Night" so if you haven't been able to finish the project at home you can come in and finish it at the shop before the next class. If you have any questions please leave a comment or email me at : stampinheart@hotmail.com
Two of our teachers, Gayle Smith and Jessica Hollowell have new blogs. Gayle's is: gayle-rubberandink.blogspot.com and Jessica's I will let you know as soon as I have it.
Please be sure to check out the following classes that will be occurring during the next two weeks.
Thursday, October 2: Calligraphy Class #2, Designing Letters, DeAnn Singh, 7-9, Class #2. Read the write-up on September 24 and at the top of this newsletter.
Friday, October 3: Stampin’ Café night, bring your projects and let’s work together, 6:30.
Saturday, October 4: A Muse-ing Tag Book, Linda Forrest, 10:30-4:00, $55. Which muse stirs you through your daily adventures? Together we will assemble a simple but striking book to safe-keep the muses closest to your heart. We will create 5 tags with colorful acrylic painted background which will feature the muses of our lives. You will
leave the workshop with a lovely “A-muse-ing” Tag Book which you can display at your art space for inspiration or to “a-muse” those around you. Student supply list: Sharp scissors, glue stick and a crop-a-dile punch if you have one. Also bring a snack or lunch for good energy. Class will be repeated in February 4 (I think).
Sunday, October 5: Colorful Library Pockets, Jessica Hollowell, 1:00-4:00, $35. Create vibrant one-of-a-kind library pockets and card inserts with H20 paints, stamps, ephemera, fibers and other items. These make perfect birthday or any occasion cards. Student Supply List: Red tape, glue stick, precision scissors.
Wednesday, October 8: Buttonhole Stitch Book, Kelly Kilmer, 6:30-8:30, $55. Another unique stitch to add to your bookbinding skills! Learn a long stitch style sewing to create an exposed binding along the spine of your book. Other means of sewing discussed in class. It’s an extremely artsy stitch that leaves the mind spinning with other ideas!Supply List-Students should bring to class: Scissors, bone folder, cork back metal ruler, x-acto knife, cutting mat, paper towels, waxed paper, 3 1" bristle brushes (to paint and glue with), container to hold water in, Black Versafine (or permanent) ink pad.
Wednesday, October 8: Buttonhole Stitch Book, Kelly Kilmer, 6:30-8:30, $55. Another unique stitch to add to your bookbinding skills! Learn a long stitch style sewing to create an exposed binding along the spine of your book. Other means of sewing discussed in class. It’s an extremely artsy stitch that leaves the mind spinning with other ideas!Supply List-Students should bring to class: Scissors, bone folder, cork back metal ruler, x-acto knife, cutting mat, paper towels, waxed paper, 3 1" bristle brushes (to paint and glue with), container to hold water in, Black Versafine (or permanent) ink pad.
Thursday, October 9: Calligraphy, Designing Letters, Class #3 with DeAnn Singh, 7-9P.
Friday, October 10: Make-It and Take-It, Jessica Hollowell is tonight’s teacher, you won’t want to miss. 6:30-?, $5 per project.
Saturday, October 11: Bats in the Belfry Box and Card Class, Kristy Williams, 10:30-3:00, $40. This is Kristy’s Halloween class, she loves Halloween and wants to share her fun of this holiday with all who enjoy it as much as she does.
Sunday, October 12: Hanko Card and Punch Class, Lori Lai, 12:30-4:30, $50. Lori’s classes are always fun. She is using Punch Bunch Punches, Hanko Paper and Stamps, Kodomo Stamps and a myriad of ideas and designs that she comes up with. It is a 5-card class and the cards are stunning. Check out www.hanko.com and look for Lori’s samples.
We have some great classes and teachers be sure to take advantage of them. We don't want to lose them. Samples are in the shop. Linda's Amusing Tags are in the shop, Jessica's library cards, Kelly's Buttonhole Stitch Book.
Please don't hesitate to leave comments or email me with any questions or suggestions or just some thoughts.
Love you all!
Sunday, September 14, 2008
UPCOMING EVENTS THE WEEK OF 9/15/2008
Hope you all had a good weekend. Know those of you who took Jessica's class on Saturday and Kelly's class on Sunday had a very artsy weekend.
The following is what is happening this week at Stampin' from the Heart. Let us know if you have classes you want to take and haven't signed up for yet. Fred Mullett's "Elegant Mess" class is full and has a waiting list, there is 1 opening in the "Dancing Rubber Fish" class and 6 openings in the "Spritz Me Baby Mo Bettah! class.
Tuesday, September 16: The Elemental Basics of Stamping, Ellie Shaw, 11:30-1:30, $35. Ellie will show you some really fun things to do with rubber stamps. She will teach you embossing, direct to paper coloring technique, the difference between the types of ink that are on the market today and many other things. If you want to take the class and have a special request please let us know and Ellie will try to work that in also. Ellie is very patient and has been our Basics Teacher since we started in 2001.
Wednesday, September 17: The Elegant Mess, Fred Mullett, 10-2, $55. The longer description of the Elegant Mess will not deal with material specifics. It will, however, address a few of the basic graphic components that contribute to the merit of several of the samples. (Material specifics will come at some point in the future. Thank you for your patience on this.)In two-dimensional graphics, everything sits on a background. (Some of this is covered more extensively in Push/Pull.) A white piece of paper is a background in service to the image you put on it. Same with a black piece of paper. But plain paper - no matter what the color - lacks interest. Any sort of texturing or pattern gives the work more "visual flavor"; more "pizzazz"; more interest. That's the upside. The downside is that if it's too interesting, it detracts from the image you put on top.
Here is an example of this idea:This is an image that has a high contrast, uniform patterning effect to it. And, believe it or not, there is an object sitting on top of this checkerboard pattern! You can't see it because it matches the background. But let's take this same layout, and lighten and diffuse the background while leaving the object on top in place. (Roll your mouse over the image below to see this effect.)The only thing that has changed is the "presence" of the background. It has less of an impact due to its decreased value contrast (gray and white as opposed to black and white)
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and the softening of the hard edges. The object is still sitting on the background (it almost seems to float). It just draws our attention more because of this change in the background.This is the same general approach to some of the images in the samples for the Elegant Mess. It is certainly seen in the samples on my website: www.fredbmullett.com. Fred will take a maximum of 12 students per class. This class now has 8 signed up.
Dancing Rubber Fish, Fred Mullett, 4-8P, $55. Hands-on elaboration of "Painting With Plastic; Multicolor Embossing with Fred B. Mullett", Somerset Studio, May-June 1997. Expanding the methods of multi-color printing with multi-color embossing and watercolor additions, this class is geared toward the experienced student, though could be considered a "sink or swim" lesson for beginners. Runs approximately 3 1/2-4 hours. Includes handouts and a large supply of instructor-provided supplies. There's a small materials list for students. Max - 12 students.. (Price and availability varies. Check with store for details.) Max. 12
Thursday, September 18: Spritz Me Baby, Mo Bettah, Fred Mullett, 10-2, $55. Finding merit in the "less is more" concept and the power of imprecision, this class focuses on the soluble properties of markers and other water-based media to achieve watery effects using rubber stamps. (This technique was a national winner in a recent contest sponsored by Tsukineko, Inc.) Bleaching out imagery on black paper, then re-introducing color with high contrast accents is also tackled to achieve startling effects. Runs approximately 4+ hours. Some experience in stamping suggested. Includes handouts and a large supply of instructor-provided supplies. Raincoats are optional. (Just kidding!) Students will be responsible for a list of specific required materials. Max - 12 students. (Price and availability varies. Check with store for details.) Max 12.
Undecided Class, 4-8PM, $55. We will see if we have waiting lists on any of Fred’s classes then we’ll put that one in this spot.
Friday, September 19: The Altered Art Club has disbanded so will not be meeting the 3rd Friday of each month.
The ATC Club/Class Swap will be meeting next Friday at 6:30, September 26.
Saturday, September 20: A Victorian Book, Wendy Poma, 10:30-2:00, $40. You really must see this book. It has envelopes, it has plain pages, it has decorated pages, it has slide in places for notes and it is just plain beautiful.
Sunday, September 21: Coffee Tag Book, Gayle Smith, 12:30-3:00, $35. Using big shipping tags to form a book with plenty of pockets for more tags. I bet you think this class sounds easy and quick? Well let me tell you when Gayle gets through putting ribbons, flowers, jewels and anything else she can find to make it glitzy and glamorous that’s what she does—this is not to be missed. This one looks like it is stained with coffee and gives the paper a leathery feel to it.
The following is what is happening this week at Stampin' from the Heart. Let us know if you have classes you want to take and haven't signed up for yet. Fred Mullett's "Elegant Mess" class is full and has a waiting list, there is 1 opening in the "Dancing Rubber Fish" class and 6 openings in the "Spritz Me Baby Mo Bettah! class.
Tuesday, September 16: The Elemental Basics of Stamping, Ellie Shaw, 11:30-1:30, $35. Ellie will show you some really fun things to do with rubber stamps. She will teach you embossing, direct to paper coloring technique, the difference between the types of ink that are on the market today and many other things. If you want to take the class and have a special request please let us know and Ellie will try to work that in also. Ellie is very patient and has been our Basics Teacher since we started in 2001.
Wednesday, September 17: The Elegant Mess, Fred Mullett, 10-2, $55. The longer description of the Elegant Mess will not deal with material specifics. It will, however, address a few of the basic graphic components that contribute to the merit of several of the samples. (Material specifics will come at some point in the future. Thank you for your patience on this.)In two-dimensional graphics, everything sits on a background. (Some of this is covered more extensively in Push/Pull.) A white piece of paper is a background in service to the image you put on it. Same with a black piece of paper. But plain paper - no matter what the color - lacks interest. Any sort of texturing or pattern gives the work more "visual flavor"; more "pizzazz"; more interest. That's the upside. The downside is that if it's too interesting, it detracts from the image you put on top.
Here is an example of this idea:This is an image that has a high contrast, uniform patterning effect to it. And, believe it or not, there is an object sitting on top of this checkerboard pattern! You can't see it because it matches the background. But let's take this same layout, and lighten and diffuse the background while leaving the object on top in place. (Roll your mouse over the image below to see this effect.)The only thing that has changed is the "presence" of the background. It has less of an impact due to its decreased value contrast (gray and white as opposed to black and white)
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and the softening of the hard edges. The object is still sitting on the background (it almost seems to float). It just draws our attention more because of this change in the background.This is the same general approach to some of the images in the samples for the Elegant Mess. It is certainly seen in the samples on my website: www.fredbmullett.com. Fred will take a maximum of 12 students per class. This class now has 8 signed up.
Dancing Rubber Fish, Fred Mullett, 4-8P, $55. Hands-on elaboration of "Painting With Plastic; Multicolor Embossing with Fred B. Mullett", Somerset Studio, May-June 1997. Expanding the methods of multi-color printing with multi-color embossing and watercolor additions, this class is geared toward the experienced student, though could be considered a "sink or swim" lesson for beginners. Runs approximately 3 1/2-4 hours. Includes handouts and a large supply of instructor-provided supplies. There's a small materials list for students. Max - 12 students.. (Price and availability varies. Check with store for details.) Max. 12
Thursday, September 18: Spritz Me Baby, Mo Bettah, Fred Mullett, 10-2, $55. Finding merit in the "less is more" concept and the power of imprecision, this class focuses on the soluble properties of markers and other water-based media to achieve watery effects using rubber stamps. (This technique was a national winner in a recent contest sponsored by Tsukineko, Inc.) Bleaching out imagery on black paper, then re-introducing color with high contrast accents is also tackled to achieve startling effects. Runs approximately 4+ hours. Some experience in stamping suggested. Includes handouts and a large supply of instructor-provided supplies. Raincoats are optional. (Just kidding!) Students will be responsible for a list of specific required materials. Max - 12 students. (Price and availability varies. Check with store for details.) Max 12.
Undecided Class, 4-8PM, $55. We will see if we have waiting lists on any of Fred’s classes then we’ll put that one in this spot.
Friday, September 19: The Altered Art Club has disbanded so will not be meeting the 3rd Friday of each month.
The ATC Club/Class Swap will be meeting next Friday at 6:30, September 26.
Saturday, September 20: A Victorian Book, Wendy Poma, 10:30-2:00, $40. You really must see this book. It has envelopes, it has plain pages, it has decorated pages, it has slide in places for notes and it is just plain beautiful.
Sunday, September 21: Coffee Tag Book, Gayle Smith, 12:30-3:00, $35. Using big shipping tags to form a book with plenty of pockets for more tags. I bet you think this class sounds easy and quick? Well let me tell you when Gayle gets through putting ribbons, flowers, jewels and anything else she can find to make it glitzy and glamorous that’s what she does—this is not to be missed. This one looks like it is stained with coffee and gives the paper a leathery feel to it.
Friday, September 12, 2008
UPDATE FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 12, 2008:
Here are the lists for the supplies for Fred Mullett's classes this coming Wednesday and Thursday.
"The Elegant Mess"
(1) Cutting mat (ideally, larger than 3"x4" and smaller 9"x12")
(2) Xacto or craft knife (preferably not scissors)
(3) Metal ruler or straight edge for cutting straight lines
(4) At least 6 Luminarte H2Os or one of the USArtQuest PearlEx round pallettes. (Add lots of water to these the day prior to class. They need to be "goopy" or "pastey" and not hard. This is important!!!!!) Color selection is up to student.
(5) Work apron (strongly advised)
"Dancing Rubber Fish"
All material and supplies provided by instructor...unless they want to bring some of their own images to try this with in the last part of the class. Maybe some EP's they want to dust off and bring up out of the basement.
"Spritz Me, Baby...Mo' Bettah!"
(1) Some of their favorite broad-tipped water-based markers (Tombow, Marvy, Crayola...whatever), in a wide range of values (light, mediume and dark)
(2) Favorite medium to large FBM stamps, if they wish (many provided)
Here are the lists for the supplies for Fred Mullett's classes this coming Wednesday and Thursday.
"The Elegant Mess"
(1) Cutting mat (ideally, larger than 3"x4" and smaller 9"x12")
(2) Xacto or craft knife (preferably not scissors)
(3) Metal ruler or straight edge for cutting straight lines
(4) At least 6 Luminarte H2Os or one of the USArtQuest PearlEx round pallettes. (Add lots of water to these the day prior to class. They need to be "goopy" or "pastey" and not hard. This is important!!!!!) Color selection is up to student.
(5) Work apron (strongly advised)
"Dancing Rubber Fish"
All material and supplies provided by instructor...unless they want to bring some of their own images to try this with in the last part of the class. Maybe some EP's they want to dust off and bring up out of the basement.
"Spritz Me, Baby...Mo' Bettah!"
(1) Some of their favorite broad-tipped water-based markers (Tombow, Marvy, Crayola...whatever), in a wide range of values (light, mediume and dark)
(2) Favorite medium to large FBM stamps, if they wish (many provided)
Thursday, September 11, 2008
Stampin' from the Heart's 1st Blog
Stampin' from the Heart
11720 Washington Place
Los Angeles, CA 90066
(310)391-0466
Hours of Operation: Sun. 12-5; Mon. Closed, Tuesday 10-5:30; Wed. 10-8;
Thursday 10-5:30, Friday 10-8; Sat. 10-5:30
email: stampinheart@hotmail.com
Hi Everyone:
We're going to try to communicate in a new way--by blog. Since you all know
I have no clue as to what I am doing this blog will be a test run.
We had a wonderful class with Mike strong on Saturday September 6, 2008 and
have set him up to come back January 10, February 7, and March 7.
We have Make-It and Take-It tonight with Laura Kanno come on by--it starts
at 6:30 and goes until no one is at the shop. Each MITI is about 30 minutes long
and you can do one or as many as you want. They are $5 each project given to
the teacher. All materials will be furnished. Since this is my first blog I don't
have pictures but I will work on that.
Saturday, September 13 is a Black and White Card class with Jessica Hollowell.
She is an artiste extraordinare. She has been published in several of Stampington's
magazines and her art is amazing. The class is from 10:30-12:30 and it is $30.
She is using ideas from the 1950's fashion plates. The lines are crisp and clean
and you will love this class.
Sunday, September 14 Kelly Kilmer will be doing a book class from 12:30-4:30, $70, It is called "A Few of My Favorite Things. Using cherised ephemera from a stash you have been hoarding you will build an
inspirational book, a unique little tome that you will refer to again and again over the years. You guys have been begging me to teach this class since you first laid eyes on my little collage book that I've been keeping...You will walk out with a fully painted, fully hand bound, canvas board covered book made 100% by you! You will also walk out with your head spinning with new ideas for collage on the inside pages. Please make sure to bring some of your own treasures that you've been "holding onto" (and I will bring some of mine for you to use!) I guarantee this is one little book that will whisper to you to work on its pages. Supply List- Students should please bring the following: Small selection of Collage ephemera (handmade/decorative paper, copies of old photos, magazine clippings, journal pages, art book pages, cherished cut outs- anything that "speaks" to you. Please make color copies of anything you wish to use more than once), Scissors, bone folder, 3 bristle brushes to paint and glue (no foam please), container to hold water in, cork backed metal ruler, black permanent ink pad (like Versafine or Memories) roll of paper towels, and a roll of waxed paper. The instructor will be supplying an array of professional artist acrylics and mediums, rubber stamps, collage ephemera, and all necessary materials.
Also on the 3rd Wednesday night of each month we have an "ATC Class/Swap Club". Kristy Williams is the teacher and moderator. You will make to ATC's each month, Kristy will provide all the materials for a moderate fee of $10.
Then you will swap the ATC's that you have made during the month with each other. You make as many ATC's as you want then swap that amount of ATCs with other club members. For the month of September only we will be meeting on Friday, September 26.
We also have Fred Mullett coming in with three classes on Wednesday, September 17 and Thursday September 18. Wednesday, 10-2, The Elegant Mess, $55; Wednesday, 4-8, Dancing Rubber Fish, $55; Thursday, September 18, 10-2, Spritz Me Baby Mo Bettah, $55.
I promise to try to learn how to post pictures so you can see pictures of some of the classes in the future.
Well I'm going to try to blog this, so bye for now. Karen
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