Check this out!

You've all heard me talk about the Fiskateers and how much I enjoy the people I've gotten to know there. One of my friends, Deborah, has a really fun blog and she asked me to be a guest designer. So, if you're curious to know a little more, stop by If It's Groovy and take a look at Deborah's blog. Her art is always full of fun and color and I know you will enjoy your visit.

Our Last Class / 12-21-2010

For our last class, we will create these fun notebooks from file folders. They make great organizers for your shopping, or dress them up for a hostess gift!

12-07-2010

Check out this background technique. It is so simple, it's almost embarrassing to call it a class. But don't hesitate to join us because I'll be sharing the folds, scores and tricks to making this fun "French Door" card too!

Create Your Own Matchbox Giftbox!

I stumbled across this cute advent calendar this morning and thought I'd pass it along. It's the perfect time of year to create a few of these matchboxes for gifts and trinkets. Visit the blog eWillow.com and scroll down the page a little. You'll see links for the templates and instructions. No problem creating these boxes without the diecut, so go for it!

Check Out This Video

Since we only have one more month of classes, I thought I would go ahead and start posting some of the ideas I have found that we won't be doing in class. As I promised, I will post links, ideas, and samples here, but I cannot promise a schedule.

I know many of you do not spend much time on your computers, so now and then I may throw in a tip or simple instruction to help you learn. If you choose to "follow" this blog, you will be emailed a note whenever I post something new. You can also post comments and questions to the blog itself and I will answer as often as possible. The great thing about a blog is that anyone reading the blog can also offer ideas and answer questions. So let's get going.

I have learned so much from a variety of blogs and websites. One of my top 10 is Jennifer McQuire's blog. If you're like me and you love the added shimmer of Perfect Pearls and Pearl X, you'll want to watch this video she made for Two Peas In A Bucket web site. Jennifer is all about ink and she demonstrates several ideas for using those lucious powders. Click here to watch the video.

11-02-2010 Snow Globes

Another fun card for Christmas. Snow Globes!!!

11-02-2010 Stencils

This week we will explore the many, many ways to use a stencil. Be sure to check your email for the items you need to bring.