Birthday Invites & Classes!

I have decided to take a break from creating Julia's third birthday invitation to post the upcoming classes. I have the basic design, stamps and paper chosen but I feel like there is something missing....the problem is that I do not know what it is! You ever have that problem?? Maybe I am putting too much pressure on myself to create the perfect invite but like I said before, this is something that I LOVE to do for my children.

Her first birthday invitation was awesome (if I do say so myself). Here is a little peak... I used Penny Black's animal party stamp. It was stamped using Versafine Olympia green ink and embossed using clear embossing powder. I then coloured the image with Souffle pens; they gave me the exact look I was going for. I tried Tombow markers first with the image stamped on white paper and the whole card was just wrong. The moment the image was stamped on the orange paper and the Souffles were used, it just all came together.

I used the Cricut to cut the "1st" out. Looking at the invite I love how I stuck with a "circle" theme throughout the invitation. The circles around the invite were an after thought...they were my favourite addition to the invite.

Here is a little look at her second birthday invitation. I used Scribble Scrabbles circus baby paper and what do you know, I once again choose a "circle" theme for the invite. I used the cuttlebug and nestabilities to cut out the various sizes of circles. The cricut was used again to cut out the "2". Glitter was used on the entire invite just to make it a little more girly!

So now you know why I am stressing! Oh...the pressure we put on ourselves! I will post the final invite once complete and you guys can tell me how I did!

Enough about me....here are the cards for the next round of classes. Please call (519.351.5220) or stop in the store to reserve your spot. Please DO NOT email. As always, payment within 48 hours is required to hold your seat.

His and Her Birthday Cards by Debbie

Debbie has two amazing cards (and one envelope) designed for this class. It is very hard to see here, but each card has a very interesting way of opening (ie. not your "traditional" card). "His" birthday card works with gorgeous skeleton leaves, metal embellishments and decorative paper. "Her" birthday card works with nestabilities, decorative paper, stardust pens and so much more. Debbie will also show you how by making a coordinating envelope, it can add so much more to your card.

Dates: Thursday March 5 at 6PM OR Monday, March 9 at 10AM

Cost: $15

Required Supplies: pencil, scissors, adhesive, ruler, personal trimmer, scor-pal

Suggested Supplies: stardust pen, cropadile

Spring is in the Air by Pauline

Pauline has created two very refreshing cards that are sure to boost your spirits and have you dreaming of spring.

Numerous techniques will be demonstrated in this class including: embossing, working with Tombow markers, using ink to create gorgeous backgrounds, etc.

These cards are great for any occasion like birthdays, anniversaries or thank you cards.

Dates: Tuesday, March 3 OR Wednesday March 18

Time: 6:00PM

Cost: $15

Required Supplies: scissors, adhesive, pencil

Suggested Supplies: cropadile

Easter Bloom by Linda
The master of pencils (aka Linda) will show you how to bring your images to life using pencils and gamsol. Not much more can be said about these cards. Just look at them....they are beautiful! Grab a good girlfriend and come and have some fun.

Dates: Tuesday March 10 OR Wednesday March 25

Time: 6:00PM

Cost: $15

Required Supplies: scissors, adhesive, pencil

Suggested Supplies: cropadile, coloured pencils, gamsol, stumps

Creative Wall Hanging by Kell
Sheeeeee's baaaaack! Kell is back with another gorgeous wall hanging using Kaiser Crafts designs. You will turn these "raw" boards into a great gift or amazing art for your own wall. Great papers, chipboard, rub-ons and more will be used. Please note that you will be able to choose your own title (this was a concert that the girls went to last summer). The same papers will be used.

Date: Saturday, March 28

Time: 10:00AM

Cost: $25

Required Supplies: adhesive, scissors, pencil, two 4x6 photos

Suggested Supplies: personal trimmer, exacto knife, ruler