Christmas Tree Ornaments

Let’s see now, holiday parties, white elephant gift exchanges, teachers, grandparents, the list just goes on! Why not learn to make your own hand-crafted Christmas Tree Ornaments and take care of some of the special people on your gift list?

In the Christmas Ornament class, you will learn to make three different ornament designs; a glass ornament covered with scrapbook paper, (in my sample, I used a replica newsprint and a photocopy of my son), a die-cut wooden tag ornament covered with lovely Christmas-style paper, and an origami folded box ornament, which can also be filled with something sweet as an extra treat.

Please bring with you a 12” paper trimmer, scissors, Mod Podge, a clear glass ornament, your favorite yarn or fiber, your choice of pattern paper and two sheets of 12x12” cardstock. I recommend that you select 2-sided paper since both sides will be visible in some portion of the origami box. You may also want to bring photos to further personalize your ornaments. The remaining supplies will be provided for you.

Dates and Locations:
November 16, 10:00am – 12:00pm - Michael's, Vista
November 27, 10:00am - 12:00pm - Michael's, Escondido
November 30, 10:00am – 12:00pm - Michael's, Vista
Class Fee: $15

Mini Gift Album

A Paper Bag Gift Album is a great way to share your favorite photos. It’s cute, it’s affordable and it’s easy to repeat once you learn the process. And with all the embellishments available, each album you make will be unique.

I intend to pull out the big guns with this adorable little album. You will use the Sizzix/Ellison die cut system, distressing inks, Crop-A-Dile, and of course, a few hand-altered die cuts to complete the project. All experience levels are invited to participate.

Make sure you check the “Class Supply List” link for a list of what you need to bring with you to this class.

Class Fee: $10
When: November 21, 6:30 - 8:30pm
Where: Michael's, Vista

Pumpkin Carving Class

Amaze your friends with a new-found talent; Pumpkin Carving. Learn to carve artificial pumpkins and have the coolest Jack-O-Lantern on the block. It's incredibly easy once you learn the steps.

Choose your artificial pumpkin carefully. All of my advanced patterns require larger pumpkins. Please bring your selected pumpkin, pumpkin carving tool and a piercing tool (such as that made by Making Memories) and I'll provide the patterns. If you plan to carve an intermediate or advanced pattern, I highly recommend that you bring a hot knife, such as the one made by Creative Versa-Tool. Your hands will thank you for it.

All experience levels are invited, however, because of the tools we will be using, this class is not recommended for children under 12 years old.

Class Fee: $13
Locations: Michael's, Escondido
Dates: October 8th, 1 - 3:30pm

Say "Hey" With Style Greeting Cards

Make adorable greeting cards using various craft tools, ink, chalk, brads, eyelets and ribbon. Learn new techniques for altering die cuts, making dry embossing “pop” and even learn some doodling techniques. (Yes, I said doodling, one of the hottest and most affordable new techniques in the industry). All experience levels are invited.

Class Fee: $10 plus materials
When: September 17, 1 – 3pm
Where: Michael's, Escondido

Paper Bag Gift Album

A Paper Bag Gift Album is a great way to share your favorite photos. It’s cute, it’s affordable and it’s easy to repeat once you learn the process. And with all the embellishments available, each album you make will be unique.

I intend to pull out the big guns with this adorable little album. You will use the Sizzix/Ellison die cut system, distressing inks, Crop-A-Dile, and of course, a few hand-altered die cuts to complete the project. All experience levels are invited to participate.

Make sure you check the “Class Supply List” link for a list of what you need to bring with you to this class.

Class Fee: $10
When: September 10, 1 - 3pm
Where: Michael's, Vista