Sunday, June 27, 2010

Classroom News

This Week in the Classroom:

Tuesday, June 29th
Dogs & Cats Part 1 with Carole Maguire

1:00-4:00
$25
Inky Antics has four clear stamp sets of dogs, cats, and the cutest sayings. They are all so adorable, it was difficult to choose which ones for a class; so I have split them up into two classes. We will use Tombow watercolor markers on some images and Copic alcohol markers on the others. Either way, they are fun, fun, fun for any occasion.


The July Class Calendar and Newsletter has been posted -- click HERE to see all the wonderful classes we have to choose from.


Happy Stamping,
Nic

July 2010 Classes & Events

STAMP WORKS JULY 2010
Newsletter & Classes


Hello My Fellow Stampers,
July is nipping at our heels and its time for some summer fun!!! Stamp Works is excited to be participating in A*MUSE*A*PALOOZA for the third time. If you are not familiar with this event, it is A Muse Artstamps debut of all their holiday stamps and this year they have out done themselves introducing their fall and Halloween stamps along with their winter and Christmas stamps. This is a week long stamping extravaganza full of wonderful classes by Lori Barnett our very own certified A Muse instructor. If you have not experienced a “Lori” class now is the perfect time to join in the fun!!! Not ready to work on holiday cards yet, not to worry, we have other great classes for you to choose from.

Wednesday, July 7th

Cannon Photo Christmas Postcards with Tricia
10am‐12pm

FREE
Tricia is a representative for Cannon and will be doing a demo of their adorable portable printer. All you have to do is bring in your memory card from your camera and she will print out three photo Christmas postcards for free.

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Thursday, July 8th

Summer Fun with Whipper Snapper by Carole Maguire
1:00‐4:00

$25
Carole has created another hit with summer themed images by Whipper Snapper Designs. These whimsical images are sure to bring a smile to everyone who receives one of these fabulously fun cards.
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Saturday July 10th

FREE Make N Take from 10:00‐2:00 (or while supplies last)

Tagger’s Dozen (A*MUSE*A*PALOOZA) with Lori Barnett
9:00‐12:00

$25
‘Tis the Season to get a jump‐start on the Holidays! Using new images from A Muse, we’ll be making 13 different tags for gift bags, boxes and cards. After you learn how to make these simple designs‐you will want to whip up another batch when you get home.

Sinful Sweets (A*MUSE*A*PALOOZA) with Lori Barnett
1:30‐4:30

$25
In this class I will share yummy ways to present all those holiday sweets & treats to family & friends. I can’t wait to show you how perfect the new stamps from A Muse are for these projects! So join me for some sinful sweets to eat and some paper crafting fun!
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Sunday, July 11th

Fall Holiday Classics (A*MUSE*A*PALOOZA) with Lori Barnett
9:00‐12:00

$25
Using A Muse’s signature Think Simple. Think A Muse. Style, we’ll create a variety of holiday greetings featuring images from the 2010 Holiday Release. You are going to love how easy it is to create these 5 fall themed cards!

Winter Holiday Classics (A*MUSE*A*PALOOZA) with Lori Barnett
1:30‐4:30

$25
Using A Muse’s signature Think Simple. Think A Muse. Style, we will create a variety of holiday greetings featuring images from the 2010 A Muse Holiday Release. You are going to love how easy it is to create these 5 winter themed cards!
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Tuesday, July 13th

FREE Make N Take from 1:30‐5:30 (or while supplies last)
**The store will be open until 6 p.m.**


The Copic Café – Baby It’s Cold Outside! (A*MUSE*A*PALOOZA) with Lori Barnett
10:00‐1:00

$25
You are going to have snow much fun in this class coloring winter images with Copic markers. Learn how easy it is to color snowmen, snowflakes and a few other winter goodies. No Copic experience necessary!

Get in Shape (A*MUSE*A*PALOOZA) with Lori Barnett
2:00‐5:00

$25
Don’t be square! Come learn how you can get your cards in shape with just a few simple tricks. We’ll be creating 5 holiday cards using A Muse’s brand new stamps and a variety of products to give your cards a new figure!
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Wednesday, July 14th

Christmas Cheer Beeswax Canvas with Tricia Samsol
10:00‐12:00

$35
Let Tricia guide you in making a vintage style canvas with beeswax. Beeswax is a medium that is so easy to use and makes everything look amazing. This vintage canvas will make a great gift for a special friend or loved one or even decorating your own home.

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Thursday, July 15th

Sinful Sweets (A*MUSE*A*PALOOZA) with Lori Barnett
1:00‐4:00

$25
In this class I will share yummy ways to present all those holiday sweets & treats to family & friends. I can’t wait to show you how perfect the new stamps from A Muse are for these projects! So join me for some sinful sweets to eat and some paper crafting fun

Scary & Merry (A*MUSE*A*PALOOZA) with Lori Barnett
5:00‐8:00

$35
A Holiday Banner that is” double” the fun! Hang it up for Halloween…then flip it around for Christmas. A Muse papers, ribbons and NEW images being released will be used to create this home décor piece.
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Saturday, July 17th

Get in Shape (A*MUSE*A*PALOOZA) with Lori Barnett
9:00‐12:00

$25
Don’t be square! Come learn how you can get your cards in shape with just a few simple tricks. We’ll be creating 5 holiday cards using A Muse’s brand new stamps and a variety of products to give your cards a new figure!

Scary & Merry (A*MUSE*A*PALOOZA) with Lori Barnett
1:30‐4:30

$35
A Holiday Banner that is “double” the fun! Hang it up for Halloween…then flip it around for Christmas. A Muse papers, ribbons and NEW images being released will be used to create this home décor piece.
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Monday, July 19th

Burnished Velvet with Nic Hazelett
10:00‐2:00

This class is full. A second class has been added Monday July 26th 10am-2pm

$35
Using Glitter Ritz glitter and Peel‐Off stickers I will guide you in how to use these products to make 4 stunning cards. This glitter feels amazingly like velvet and doesn’t come off once applied with this special technique **Please bring an X‐acto knife, tweezers & Zip Dry Glue along with your basic stamp kit.
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Tuesday, July 20th

20% Off Day
This is your day to save money. *Some products are excluded and your Club Card will not be stamped and cannot be redeemed.

Intro to Copic Markers with Lori Barnett
6:00‐9:00

$30
This class covers basic coloring techniques using the marvelous Copic markers. You will learn how these markers work, what inks to use with them to achieve the best results plus how these alcohol markers can be blended. These aren’t your usual markers‐you will be amazed how they cover without any streaks. You will also put together 2 cards using A Muse Artstamps images and supplies. This is a fabulous opportunity to ‘play’ with these versatile markers. *If you have your own Copic markers, feel free to bring them. Make sure you have all your markers labeled with your name!
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Saturday, July 24th

Winter Holiday Classics (A*MUSE*A*PALOOZA) with Lori Barnett
9:00‐12:00

$25
Using A Muse’s signature Think Simple. Think A Muse. Style, we will create a variety of holiday greetings featuring images from the 2010 A Muse Holiday Release. You are going to love how easy it is to create these 5 winter themed cards!

Christmas in July with Kelly Wann
1:00‐4:00
$25
Let's cool down these hot summer days with a little wintery Christmas cheer!! Come join me in getting a head start on your Christmas card list. We will be creating 5 elegant and spectacular cards that you will be proud to send to your family and friends. Can't wait to see you there!!
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Monday, July 26th

Burnished Velvet with Nic Hazelett
10:00‐2:00

$35
Using Glitter Ritz glitter and Peel‐Off stickers I will guide you in how to use these products to make 4 stunning cards. This glitter feels amazingly like velvet and doesn’t come off once applied with this special technique **Please bring an X‐acto knife, tweezers & Zip Dry Glue along with your basic stamp kit.
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Thursday July 29th

Outline Flowers with Carole Maguire
1:00‐4:00

$25
You will be using Outline’s NEW flower images along with their NEW coordinating images that go along with them. These stamps are always popular and this class is sure to be a huge hit.
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Saturday, July 31st

Fall Holiday Classics (A*MUSE*A*PALOOZA) with Lori Barnett
9:00‐12:00

$25
Using A Muse’s signature Think Simple. Think A Muse. Style, we’ll create a variety of holiday greetings featuring images from the 2010 Holiday Release. You are going to love how easy it is to create these 5 fall themed cards!

Summer Canvas Book with Tricia Samsol
1:00‐4:00

$40
We will use 2 5x7 canvases to create an accordion‐style book for keeping your summer vacation photos. We will create a mini “sandbox” in the canvases, front and back. If you have any small trinkets or special small shells that you want to encase in your canvas sandbox, please bring them with you, and we will try to get them in there. If there is time, we will put photos in the book, the class is creating the book for you to take home and add your special photos. *Please bring X‐acto knife, paper trimmer, summer‐themed photos along with your basic stamp kit.


Whew, summer stamping fun is waiting for you at Stamp Works!!!

Happy Stamping to All, Nic

CLASS POLICIES
You must sign up and pre-pay for all classes. We accept cash, checks made out to Stamp Works (there is a $30 fee for all returned checks on top of class fees), and DEBIT cards ONLY.

There are NO REFUNDS due to the time, money, and hard work all the teacher’s put in to class preparations. You may send someone in your place. Some classes may or may not have a class kit. You will receive a refund if we cancel a class. You receive a class discount on the day of class. Some exclusions do apply. Please mark your calendar when you sign up for a class.

Reminder calls will NOT be made. If you would like to mail in your check, please mail it to Stamp Works, 238 S. Wall St., Chandler, AZ 85225. 480-899-5958

**Please bring a class kit to EVERY class. This includes scissors, adhesive of choice (i.e. tape runner, glue stick, etc.) dimensional foam tape, quickie glue pen, bone folder. Some other items to consider bringing are: x-acto knife and self-healing mat, ruler, pencil and any other items that might make your class experience more enjoyable.

PLEASE COME PREPARED!

Monday, June 21, 2010

Shop News

Reminder:

Tuesday June 22nd is 20% Off Day
Since the 20th falls on Sunday -- 20% off day will be Tuesday the 22nd. Come on in with your shopping list and SAVE! I have a lot of new goodies and restocked tons of other favorite items.

*20% is taken before tax and your club card will not be stamped and cannot be redeemed. There are some products excluded from the discount. See store for details.


Happy Stamping,
Nic

Sunday, June 20, 2010

Classroom News

This Week in the Classroom:

Thursday, June 24th
Sophisticated Ladies with Carole Maguire

1:00-4:00
$25
News flash!! Carole is hooked. So get out your Copic markers, join her to create these awesome sophisticated ladies from Loralie Designs. Carol will also have Tombow markers for those of you not yet into Copics.


Saturday, June 26th
Whimsical Windows with Kelly Wann

9:00-12:00
$25
These wonderful outdoor window scenes will take us on a year long journey through the seasons: winter(Christmas), spring, summer, and fall(Halloween). Come have fun coloring with Copic markers and embellishing these cards to your heart’s content. This class is the perfect opportunity to start your holiday card collection and to share some beautiful floral and summer images with your friends and family right away. I can’t wait to see you there!!!


Happy Stamping,
Nic

Sunday, June 13, 2010

Classroom News

This Week in the Classroom:

Saturday, June 19th
Sophisticated Ladies with Carole Maguire
1:00-4:00
$25
News flash!! Carole is hooked. So get out your Copic markers, join her to create these awesome sophisticated ladies from Loralie Designs. Carol will also have Tombow markers for those of you not yet into Copics.

This class is offered again Thursday June 24th 1pm - 4pm

Happy Stamping,
Nic

Saturday, June 12, 2010

Shop News

More Fun Stuff to Play With!!

NEW Tim Holtz Alterations Embossing Folders ARE HERE!!!

TONS of goodies re-stocked!!
Adirondack Inks

Sakura Stardust Pens

Non-Stick Craft Sheets...a MUST HAVE!

Smooch

Liquid Applique

VersaMark Ink
Ranger Distress Inks


Stickles Glitter Glue
Inkssentials White Opaque Pens


Ink Blending Tools
Zip Dry Paper Glue


The Essentials Glue Pad

....and MORE!!

NEW from Magenta




Happy Stamping,
Nic

Thursday, June 10, 2010

COPIC IN THE HOUSE!


COPIC MARKERS AND SUPPLIES HAVE ARRIVED!


I received only partial shipment today. Hopefully the rest will come soon.



I did get a bunch of marker colors. More will be coming. Get them while you can!



Copic Sketch Marker Storage Cases.



Air brushing Set ABS-2. This is a great compact starter set. No air compressor needed - and it's great for taking along in your craft tote.



Copic 180 Air Cans. These are not for the ABS-2 system.



Copic Super Brush Replacement Nibs. These are for both the Sketch and Ciao markers.



Copic Nib Tweezer. If you are going to replace a nib, you need these tweezers to pull out the old nib and put in the new one so you don't damage them.



I will let you know as soon as the rest of the shipments arrives.

Happy Stamping,
Nic

Wednesday, June 9, 2010

MARK YOUR CALENDAR!


Mark your calendars!
A*MUSE*A*PALOOZA 2010
is coming to Stamp Works!

I am so excited to be one of the few stores around the world hosting this fun filled week long stamping extravaganza! Stores participating in A*MUSE*A*PALOOZA are the FIRST to receive A Muse's new Fall/Halloween and Winter/Christmas images. This is A Muse's biggest release of the year! All the images are top secret...and cannot be seen until the first day of the event. So mark your calendar and be one of the first to see them!

Once again our very own Certified A Muse Instructor Lori Barnett has a bunch of great classes planned for this event. Make sure and register early to get your seat reserved! Since all the new images are top secret - class samples cannot be displayed until July 10th.

A*MUSE*A*PALOOZA 2010 CLASSES & EVENTS

Saturday July 10th

The big reveal day!!! Today is the day all the new A Muse images and class samples will be on display.

A*MUSE*A*PALOOZA Make & Take
10:30am - 2:00pm
FREE

Taggers Dozen
9am - Noon $25
Tis the Season to get a jump start on the Holidays! Using new images from A Muse, we’ll be making 13 different tags for gift bags, boxes and cards. After you learn how to make these simple designs – you will want to whip up another batch when you get home.

Sinful Sweets
1:30pm - 4:30pm $25
In this class I will share yummy ways to present all those holiday sweets & treats to family & friends. I can’t wait to show you how perfect the new stamps from A Muse are for these projects! So join me for some sinful sweets to eat and some paper crafting fun!

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Sunday July 11th


Fall Holiday Classics
9am - Noon $25
Using A Muse’s signature Think Simple. Think A Muse. style, we’ll create a variety of holiday greetings featuring images from the 2010 Holiday Release. You are going to love how easy it is to create these 5 fall themed cards!

Winter Holiday Classics
1:30pm - 4:30pm $25
Using A Muse’s signature Think Simple. Think A Muse. style, we will create a variety of holiday greetings featuring images from the 2010 A Muse Holiday Release. You are going to love how easy it is to create these 5 winter themed cards!

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Tuesday July 13th

A*MUSE*A*PALOOZA Make & Take
10:30am - 2:00pm
FREE

The Copic Cafe – Baby, it’s cold outside!
10am - 1pm $25
You are going to have snow much fun in this class coloring winter images with Copic markers. Learn how easy it is to color snowmen, snowflakes and a few other winter goodies. No Copic experience necessary!

Get in Shape
2pm - 5pm $25
Don’t be square! Come learn how you can get your cards in shape with just a few simple tricks. We’ll be creating 5 holiday cards using A Muse’s brand new stamps and a variety of products to give your cards a new figure!

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Thursday July 15th

Sinful Sweets
1:00pm - 4:00pm $25
In this class I will share yummy ways to present all those holiday sweets & treats to family & friends. I can’t wait to show you how perfect the new stamps from A Muse are for these projects! So join me for some sinful sweets to eat and some paper crafting fun!

Scary & Merry
5:00pm - 8:00 pm $35
A Holiday Banner that is double the fun! Hang it up for Halloween…then flip it around for Christmas. A Muse papers, ribbons and NEW images being released will be used to create this home decor piece.

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Saturday July 17th

Get in Shape
9am - Noon $25
Don’t be square! Come learn how you can get your cards in shape with just a few simple tricks. We’ll be creating 5 holiday cards using A Muse’s brand new stamps and a variety of products to give your cards a new figure!

Scary & Merry
1:30pm - 4:30pm $35
A Holiday Banner that is double the fun! Hang it up for Halloween…then flip it around for Christmas. A Muse papers, ribbons and NEW images being released will be used to create this home decor piece.

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Saturday July 24th

Winter Holiday Classics
9am - Noon $25
Using A Muse’s signature Think Simple. Think A Muse. style, we will create a variety of holiday greetings featuring images from the 2010 A Muse Holiday Release. You are going to love how easy it is to create these 5 winter themed cards!

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Saturday July 31th

Fall Holiday Classics
9am - Noon $25
Using A Muse’s signature Think Simple. Think A Muse. style, we’ll create a variety of holiday greetings featuring images from the 2010 Holiday Release. You are going to love how easy it is to create these 5 fall themed cards!

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Watch for the July calendar and newsletter to be posted for regular classes and shop news. It's going to be a stamping fun month!

**Please bring a class kit to EVERY class. This includes scissors, adhesive of choice (i.e. tape runner, glue stick, etc.) dimensional foam tape, quickie glue pen, bone folder. Some other items to consider bringing are: x-acto knife and self-healing mat, ruler, pencil and any other items that might make your class experience more enjoyable. PLEASE COME PREPARED!

Click HERE for registration information and class policies.


Hope you can join us,
Nic

**6/10/2010 Updated with make & take info.**

Shop News

Just Arrived!!!


A Muse Artstamps
Stocked up on more of A Muse's wonderful cardstocks, stamps from the Everything's Rosy collection and more!!


Impression Obsession
Awesome cover-a-card background stamps. Awesome!


The 6"x6" Comfort Grip Mega Mount. Makes stamping larger images a breeze!


Back in stock


Isn't this set THE BEST!


Penny Black
NEW sample board and stamps!




Stamp, Paper, Scissors Craft Hop
This was the final tag that we made here at Stamp Works for the Stamp, Paper, Scissors Craft Hop make & take event in May.


If you came to the store each day of the event, you would have all these tags.

What was your favorite?

Happy Stamping,
Nic