Christmas in July

Merry Sunday Everyone!

It doesn't seem possible but Christmas will be here in five months.  Why not beat the holiday rush and make some greeting cards next week?  Christmas in July class is Tuesday, July 23^rd from 5-7 pm.  This evening class is full.  I would really like to have a second class as there is one person on the waiting list.  Also several people who are registered would like to come in the afternoon. So if you haven’t signed up and want to come… there would be 2-3 openings in both classes.  Please let me know you'd like to sign up.  Have a great week!

By the Sea

Happy Summer Everyone!

A quick trip to the Oregon Coast has me wanting more time near the ocean!  Here are photos of cards inspired by a visit to the sea.  I’ve opened up a second class for By the Sea, Thursday, July 11^th from 1:30-3:30 (1 opening at that time and 2 openings from 5-7 pm.)

We will be learning some techniques in this class….how to create a wainscot background for the pelican card; highlighting craft paper with white colored pencil; and how to sponge ink to create an ocean background for those cute little sandpipers. 

A very special thank you and kudos to Linda who gifted me with a pelican card she designed (SO darling!!!!)  She also gave me the stamp, cardstock, twine, and cards... materials for both card classes!!!!  How generous, Linda, thank you! thank you!   AND…it gets even better…she prepared ALL the materials, cut and scored the wainscot panel, and embossed the ovals and tags!!!  What a LOT of time and effort!  Linda, you are amazing!

Thank you for your support!  Looking forward to seeing you soon!  Enjoy a beautiful day! 

Celebrate Summer!

Summer classes are here!!!  Join the fun and come to Celebrate Summer, Tuesday, July 2^nd.  These are all occasion cards (birthday, thank you, thinking of you, celebrate) full of summer fun!

Friendship Blooms

Hi Friends!

What a gorgeous sunny week!  We are blessed in the Inland Northwest!  Now if we can just get the sun to stick around for the weekend. J

Celebrate special friends….Friendship Blooms class Thursday, May 9th.  The class is full, but I am happy to have a second class on Friday if 4 or more people want to come then.  Please let me know and I will get the word out!

I had so much fun making all of these cards.  Each can be personalized to celebrate the special women in your life.  Just in time for Mother's Day, too.  I can't decide which is my favorite this time. 

The tulips are a Unity Stamp Co stamp.  The apricot flower and repeating black and white flower stamps are Hero Arts.  

Butterfly Kisses

Dreaming of butterflies and flowers and spring!  Fluttering butterflies to bring you cheer!  If you would like to join in creating your own cards, there are three openings on Friday, April 12th from 4-6 pm.  Just let me know!!!

Techniques used:  heat embossing with black and gold then watercolor pencil or marker painting. I had fun with some "inchies" stamping one inch squares and mounting. Also, another fun folded card for you to make. Happy Spring, Friends!

Easter Joy!

Hi Friends!
Spring is on the way and how fun to make these spring cards.  If you would like to join the fun, class will be Thursday  March 21st from 5-7 pm.

Birthday Wishes

Hi Friends!

Here are photos of the upcoming Birthday Wishes class!  We’ll be doing some paper piecing and heat embossing vellum.  These cards were fun to make!  Love experimenting with tri-fold cards.  Also, glitter paper is a must for birthday celebrations!

The Thursday class is full, but there will be a second class for Birthday Wishes on Friday, March 1 from 4-6 pm.  There are two spots left in this class if you want to come!!! J