STAMP WORKS JULY 2010
Newsletter & ClassesHello 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 7thCannon Photo Christmas Postcards with Tricia
10am‐12pmFREETricia 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 8thSummer 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 10thFREE 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 11thFall 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 13thFREE 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 14thChristmas 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 15thSinful 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 17thGet 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 19thBurnished 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 20th20% Off DayThis 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 24thWinter 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 26thBurnished 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 29thOutline 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 31stFall 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.
, 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!
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.
