Please Note: New year, but same safety procedures. We will continue to wear masks, adhere to social distancing and limit class sizes. Each student will need to have their own regular class kits, including a personal trimmer, Scor Board, scissors, Glitter Gel Pen, bone folder, various dry and liquid adhesives, including pop dots and glue dots, plus scrap paper or your own personal craft mat.
FEBRUARY 2021
Kathy's Wine Again Card Class (Wine not provided) This is a new wine class. We will be doing some coloring. There is a card that will use the 3D toppers with wine as the theme. I will be using the Spellbinders wine set on another. Last but not least will be an Iris card. You will need your favorite coloring medium, regular tape and pop ups for the 3D card. Instructor: Kathy Donofrio Cost: $22 2/16/21 Tuesday 10:30am 2/17/21 Wednesday 10:30am Ann’s Encouraging Card Class The year 2021 gives me a lot of “hope”….with a new President and a vaccine. But change will take time and we will have to be patient and “hang in there” and continue to practice “social distancing”. The sentiments of “hope”, patience and “social distancing” will be used in the four cards in this class. In addition to your regular supplies, please bring your favorite coloring medium and tweezers. To register for the class or a kit, call the store at 630-782-9999. Payment is due at the time of registration. Hope you can make it. Instructor: Ann Hanson Cost: $24 2/17/21 Wednesday 1:00pm Registration deadline: Saturday 2/13/21 2/20/21 Saturday 1:00pm Registration deadline: Wednesday 2/17/21
Sue’s 2021 New Products Class #2 (German Diecut Art Cards) This is the class for people who love the Punchouts at the store! Several people have asked for full-size card products so I am focusing on those in this class. You will make 6 gorgeous cards which include 4 A2 floral cards and 2 Slimline Angel Whisper Cards. These designs are from Reddy Creative Cards in Germany and are beautiful works of art. After class, we'll be starting a pre-order of products from Ecstasy Crafts for our customers as both this class and the Pyramidenkarten/Pyramage Cards on 2/28/21 use products from this supplier. Their website is www.ecstasycrafts.com if you want to check them out early. Please bring your regular kit with a variety of adhesives, including a lot of Pop dots in various thicknesses, Score Board, Nuvo Glitter Drops or Stickles, glitter gel pen, scissors and your craft mat or scrap paper to work on. No markers are needed in this class. Instructor: Sue Benner Cost: $28.00 2/21/21 Sunday 10:00am & 2:00pm
Sue’s 2021 New Products Class #3 (Pyramidenkarten/Pyramage Cards) Following along with more European Style cards is another class that anyone who loves punchouts will enjoy. It's a totally different twist on punchouts. This class will include Twisted Easel cards and other card styles. You will make a total of 8 cards which include 4 Feminine and 4 Masculine cards. These designs are from Reddy Creative Cards in Germany and are totally different than anything I have ever worked with in the past. After class, you'll have the chance to add to the pre-order of products from Ecstasy Crafts. Their website is www.ecstasycrafts.com if you want to check them out early. Please bring your regular kit with a variety of adhesives, including a lot of Pop dots in various thicknesses, Score Board, Nuvo Glitter Drops or Stickles, glitter gel pen, scissors and your craft mat or scrap paper to work on. No markers are needed in this class. Please note the extended class time since we are making 8 cards. Instructor: Sue Benner Cost: $32.00 2/28/21 Sunday 10:00am - 1:00pm & 2:00pm - 5:00pm
MARCH 2021
Jan's March Easter/Spring Card Class Come and enjoy another one of Jan's creative cardmaking classes. The class will consist of a 3D Easter card and creative Springtime cards, You will be layering dies, creating a slimline card along with learning how to make a vertical step-fold card. Bring your regular card making tools for class. Call the store to reserve your spot. Instructor: Jan Rosenbergh Cost: $22 3/9/21 Tuesday 10:30am 3/11/21 Thursday 1:00pm 3/13/21 ,Saturday 10:30am
Ann’s Flowers and Birds Card Class In this class, you will make four cards. The first card is a beautiful iris folded tulip. Next is layered poppies and the message, “thanks”. The message on the third card is “thinking of you” and is on a wreath of flowers. The last card has two inlaid birds and the message “happy anniversary”. In addition to your regular supplies, please bring your favorite coloring medium, tweezers and REGULAR scotch tape. To register for the class or a kit, call the store at 630-782-9999. Payment is due at the time of registration. Hope you can make it. Instructor: Ann Hanson Cost: $24 3/10/21 Wednesday 1:00pm Registration deadline: Saturday March 6 3/20/21 Saturday 1:00pm Registration deadline: Wednesday March 17
Ann’s Easter Card Class In this class, we will make four cards. The first card features a beautiful cross in an oval frame. Next are four cute bunnies with the message “Happy Easter”. The third card has a large bunny and a “Happy Easter” message. The last card has three sparkly bunnies peeking out and sending you a “Happy Easter” message. In addition to your regular supplies, please bring your favorite coloring medium. To register for the class or a kit, call the store at 630-782-9999. Payment is due at the time of registration. Hope you can make it. Instructor: Ann Hanson Cost: $24 3/13/21 Saturday, 1:00 pm Registration deadline: Wednesday, March 10
Kathy's Roses Card Class We will be making 4 cards with roses in each of them. We will do an Iris rose which you will meet regular ta pe. There will be a decoupage card in silver or copper mirra card. The other cards will be a surprise. Bring your regular class kits and favorite coloring medium. This class can only accommodate 11 including kits. Hope you make up the lucky 11. Instructor: Kathy Donofrio Cost: $22 3/18/21 Thursday 10:30am 3/19/21 Friday 10:30am Linda's Iris & Shaker Card Class These 4 fantastic cards are fun to make and are sure to amaze and please all who receive them. The 1st two cards will be made using the Iris fold technique (think Spring!) The 3rd card is a Shaker card. They are interactive and really fun to make. The last card is a Birthday card made with layers and twine and bling! You don't have to be an expert crafter to take this class. Please bring your regular class kit including cellophane tape. Hope to see you in class. Instructor: Linda Musacchio Cost: $22 3/16/21 Tuesday 10:30am 3/27/21 Saturday 10:30am Sue's New Products Class #4 - Hunkydory Sunflower Topper Cards Come and explore the Hunkydory world of luxury card toppers from England. This class will feature sunflower designs with Rich Gold foiled detailing. We will be making 4 cards, including a slimline card and a shaker card. We will add in layers, ribbon and embellishments to create stunning cards that are trimmed in foil. All you need to bring to class are your craft mat, personal paper trimmer, Score Board, scissors and a variety of adhesives (including pop dots and foam tape or strips). There is no coloring in this class. Instructor: Sue Benner Cost: $22 3/21/21 Sunday 10:00am and 1:30pm Sue's New Products Class #5 - Studio Light Spring Collage Cards Delve into Studio Light and Jenine's Mindful Art Collection, start to relax and create! Pretend you are at the spa! Each person will receive a complete die-cut block book and we will be making 4 artful and imaginative cards, including a double-twist easel, a slimline card and two A2 cards. You will have extra elements left in your book to create more cards at home. All you need to bring to class are your craft mat, personal paper trimmer, Score Board, scissors, ruler, pencil, glitter gel pen and a variety of adhesives (including pop dots). There is no coloring in this class. Instructor: Sue Benner Cost: $24 3/28/21 Sunday 10:00am and 2:00pm