Monday, January 19, 2015
Ribbon Star Roses for this month's Mini Class
ATC Project
Saturday, January 31, 2015
1:00 p.m. at Missoula Memory Lane
$6.00 Pre-registration appreciated
We'll make the ribbon roses and decorative stick pins. All techniques can be used for cardmaking and scrapbooking.
May 14, 2012
We've had some great times with the project classes this winter and some repeat classes have been scheduled to give everyone who wanted them a chance.
This is probably the last time they will be offered, however, since there are some new ones I want to offer as classes! At least in the foreseeable future.
I will show the classes, the supply lists, and some recommended paper packs. Some of these, too, may not be available much longer. I'll show some of the new patterns coming out.
Register at Missoula Memory Lane for classes or call 523-3957.
Also, let them know ASAP if you need paper pads/collections ordered. Some of the classic Graphic 45 patterns will soon be gone forever. (Check at the end of the post for my favorites!)
1. Classes
Saturday, May 19 and July 14, 2012
(All day starting at 9:30 a.m.)
$25.00 plus supplies
The Occasions Folio
Saturday, June 9, 2012
(All day starting at 9:30 a.m.)
$25.00 plus supplies
The Unscrapbook (A Betty Original)
Sunday, June 24, 2012 (tentative)
(All day starting at 9:30 a.m.)
$25.00 plus supplies
Materials List:
Paper:
Accent Materials:
Adhesives:
Tools Used:
Other handy Tools:
The Build a Page Journal
Saturday, August 4, 2012
All day starting at 9:30 a.m.
$25.00 Plus Supplies
2. Paper Collections
Graphic 45:
Available in Paper Pads--(New!!) A Ladies' Diary *, Happy Haunting *, Little Darlings *, Olde Curiosity Shoppe *, Kraft Reflections, Tropical Travelogue *, An ABC Primer *, Christmas Emporium *, The Magic of Oz *, Curtain Call **, Le Cirque **
* These newer sets have matching chipboard embellishments, stickers and rubber stamps--sold separately.
** These sets still may have some tags, etc., in the collections but also have rubber stamps--sold separately.
Available in Paper Pads Only (Hard to find Collections)--Renaissance Faire, On the Boardwalk, A Proper Gentleman, Playtimes Past, Bontanicabella,
Available in Open Stock Only -- Steampunk Debutante, Once Upon a Springtime
Bo Bunny
Available in Paper Packs--(New!!) Little Miss, Serenity, Weekend Market, Et Cetera, Father Christmas, Liberty, Zoology,
(Bo Bunny generally has lots of coordinating embellishments--sold separately)
Paper Loft
Available in Paper Packs--Scattered Pine Mountain
May 9, 2012
Just a quick post, but I promise that I will have lots to share sooooon!
The various build-it project classes have been wildly popular at Missoula Memory Lane, so we sat down with the calender and made plans.
It's really important if you want to have them order paper for you, to do so right away!
The Secretary Box will be held May 19 and again in July.
The Occasions Folio will be offered in June.
The Build-A-Page class will be held in August.
These three projects were designed by Kathy at Paper Phenomenon and I bought the licenses to teach the classes with her designs.
Even better--we held a class at the end of April for The Unscrapbook, which is one of MY origninal designs. This got great feedback, so I'll be offering it again in June (date announced soon) and the pattern will be released for sale as soon as I finish comparing the venues for that. I'd like one that has immediate download, but I may need to wait until I have more patterns to make that affordable.
I got great feedback regarding the ease of following directions, but I want to make a few adjustments to make them even better. I wanted to show pictures of a couple I was working on at that class.
April 7, 2012
Things have been busy! I'm sorry for the delay in gettin updates posted. I promise to do better!
Upcoming Events:
Saturday, April 14--Opening of Second Saturday Stop & Shop (9:00 to 12:00 at The Loft)
This will be a monthly venue with a variety of venders. Cindi Honor and I have teamed up as
"Vintage Women Designs" making a variety of our creations available. (I'll post a few pictures of things I'll have later in the week.)
Sunday, April 15--Beginning Alcohol Inks (1:00 at Memory Lane--$20.00)
Projects will include basic techniques and uses for alcohol inks for those who are new to this product. (One of my VERY FAVORITES!) In addition, we'll learn some "faux finishes" that really help create a vintage look. I'll also show how to "seal" alcohol ink projects to prevent rubbing off problems and to protect projects. Register at Missoula Memory Lane or call 523-3957.
Saturday, April 28--The Unscrapbook (10:30 at Memory Lane--$25.00 plus materials)
I am so excited to offer this class as the first of my original designs. This is an all day class. Keep reading for pictures, material lists, and descriptions below...
Friday--Sunday, May 4--6: National Scrapbooking Day Free Crop!
This event is sponsored by Missoula Memory Lane and will be held in the old Social Security offices next door which has lots of room and tables will be provided. Registrations are necessary so we can make sure to have enough tables. Be sure to call Missoula Memory Lane to reserve your table now! (523-3957)
In addition, throughout the weekend there will be classes, mini-classes, make-and-takes, and product demonstrations in the store and at the crop. I will be doing some each day and will post them once the schedule is set. I will say they will include La Blanche stamps, Distress Markers, and ATC cards!
Introducing: The Unscrapbook
History: This was inspired by several members of my family who are wonderful photographers and who take prodigious numbers of photos. Since some of them are of the male persuasion, conventional scrapbooking with lots of decoration doesn't really appeal to them. So, the Unscrapbook was born.
What it is: For those of us who are caught in the book/box/other-useful-stuff frenzy, I wanted to design something fun that would allow the display lots of photos in a manner that would appeal to them. It can sit on a shelf like a book taking up very little space.
When opened up, there are twelve to twenty-four flip envelopes that can hold full 4 X 6 inch photos (even matted!) or accordian folds with tons of pictures. They will even hold a bunch of loose photos. The picture below is shown with twelve flip envelopes, a pocket for maps and such, and some room for special pictures.
There's even a hidden "scrapbook page" on the back.
The whole thing is held together with strong magnets. I like to use a "discrete" cover with colorful insides with papers like Tropical Travelogue from Graphic 45. (I'll show a few suggestions below.) They can be displayed on a table this way, too!
I also love the effect I get with the new Kraft Collection from Graphic 45. I think these papers have a real masculine look to them. (Remember, Fathers' Day isn't far off.)
Register Today! The class is limited to twelve participants. You can register online at Missoula Memory Lane or by calling 523-3957.
Materials List:
Paper:
Accent Materials:
Adhesives:
Tools Used:
Other handy Tools:
Paper Collections that I like for this Project: (Most are available or can be ordered at Memory Lane)
Graphic 45: Tropical Travelogue, Kraft Reflections, Little Darlings, Steampunk Debutante, Old Curiosity Shop, La Romantique, Communique
Bo Bunny: Weekend Market, Et Cetera, Zoology, Liberty
The Paper Loft: Scattered Pine Mountain, Hooked on Fishing,
FabScraps: Timeless Travel, Shabby Chic, High Tea
February 2, 2012
This was my first CHA and I felt that gave me the right to be a groupie and ask to get my picture taken with some of my favorite crafty people. Next year I might be more mature about it--or not!
Sooo...here I am. Some people (from Missoula) came to call me the crazy hat lady. More about that later!
Claudine Helmuth
Dyan Reavley
Mario
Suze Weinberg
Tim Holtz
Wendy Vecchi
Next time I'll share some from the workshops and other events.
January 19, 2012
After spending an hour digging my car out from the curb where it had been blocked by the snowplow and about a foot of snow since yesterday morning, I got to school only to find out that school had been cancelled. Earlier in the morning, it had been announced as a two hour delay.
The good news is that I can do a lot of my schoolwork from home online. The BETTER news is that I can hunker down over my craft table guilt free! School's already cancelled for tomorrow!
Another sneak peek for the 36 Hour Montana Crafter's Retreat in February. I wanted to make some roses with the pine cone die from Tim Holtz. Then, I had to design an ATC project. Of course, this is only one of the examples. Participants will have a variety of images, colors, and embellishments to create unique an wonderful mini works of art.
These of course are all about introducing techniques and using products in creative ways.
Thursday, January 12, 2012
I couldn't stand it any longer--I just had to make up the secretary box in the
Graphic 45 An ABC Primer paper.
This pad doesn't have the punch out tags and frames. I've used some of the chipboard embellishments (there are two sets) which must be purchased separately. There are also three stamp sets that match as well. The left over paper and embellishments make great cards and scrapbook pages.
I am a school teacher, after all! Is this fantastic or what?? All my school teacher buddies think it is awesome!!
I'm working on some samples for the RETREAT IN FEBRUARY--coming soon!
January 6, 2012
Important news about the upcoming Occasions Folio Class, Saturday, February 4:
1. If you want to order Graphic 45 paper pads through Missoula Memory Lane, the order goes in Monday!!!
Check out these great Graphic 45 designs. I made some suggestions in the posts below, but you are only limited by your imagination!
2. For those who are interested in the cool latches I use--they are available at Missoula Memory Lane. There is a discount for the class!
3. Here is the promised materials and tools list. This is a picture file, so you can right click to save it to your computer.
Art is communicating from the deepest level, best shared through teaching
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