Paint.Plan.Play - A new online class with Ashley Goldberg!

I am a HUGE Ashley G fan!  I originally expressed my love for her work on this blog post, so you can imagine my excitement when I found out that she would be teaching an online class {Paint.Plan.Play} at Studio Calico.

 

Here is a short video that Ashley put together about the class:

BY ENROLLING IN THIS CLASS YOU'LL RECEIVE :

• 4 technique videos from Ashley sharing tips and tricks for painted backgrounds, mark making, stamping and working with patterned paper.
• a PDF from Ashley sharing how she uses her painted pages to create an Art Planner.
• Inspiration PDFs from our expert contributors sharing 10 ideas for using these paint techniques on art journal pages, layouts and Project Life® spreads.
• Access to a class message board and gallery, where you can share and learn with your teacher and fellow students.
• Weekly challenges to inspire you to use what you've learned.

There are also several new Ashley G scrapbooking supplies in the shop... and I'm crazy about them!

 

My favorite might be this silk screen.  I want to make my new niece a pillow or framed art for her nursery & this is going to be perfect!  Here's what the image looks like when finished:

 

And how awesome is this paper pack???

 I love this skinny washi tape!

 Gold splatter rub-ons.  Need I say more?

 I had to order this alphabet stamp set!

 

...and if you like stamps, here are a few more!

 There's a cute wood veneer set.  I think the pie charts are going to be adorable for scrapbooking the Thanksgiving season!

 

So, be sure to sign up quickly so that you can receive the exclusive stamp set, wood veneers & print.  This kit ships free world wide!

Also, don't forget that kit subscribers receive 10% off classes.  Rewards Members (those who subscribe for 12 consecutive months) get 25% off classes... which makes this class & kit a steal!  If you'd like to start a subscription, you can find out more here.

I hope to see you in class!  :)

My First Class With Craftsy Is Live!

I'm so excited to share a little secret that I've been keeping for awhile!  I am a new instructor for Craftsy, one of the fastest growing educational sites and crafting communities on the web. 

Craftsy provides such a great way to learn.  All of their classes are taught by video - which is especially great if you are a visual learner like I am.

I had such an amazing time creating classes with this company.  Everything that they do is top-notch & all of the people I worked with were wonderful.  They produce classes for a large variety of crafts (knitting, sewing, photography, cake decorating, etc.) and I'm excited that they have started expanding to include paper crafting classes.

My first class is called Classic Christmas Cards & the lessons are free with the purchase of the correlating kit.  (The class is 25% off right now!)

Here's a short video explaining a little more about the class:

I would love for you to join me!  You can find all of the details about the class here.

Stay Organized With Style {Agenda - a new online class)

Day planners, Filofax... there all the rage right now.  If you've ever wanted to learn how to stay organized with style, you'll definitely want to check out this new class called Agenda, taught by Marcy Penner for Studio Calico!

And, while supplies last, you'll receive this exclusive stamp set.  It ships free, no matter where you live!  I'm seriously thinking about signing up for this class just for this set.  I love it & know that I can use it for so many things!

Marcy also designed some fun products that would work great with your planner (or Project Life album, etc.)

You can purchase them as a bundle right now for 40% off, or buy them individually.

 

I really like the new washi tapes in the shop!

...and these banner stickers are super cute!

BY ENROLLING IN THIS CLASS YOU'LL RECEIVE :

• PDF lessons covering everything from setting up your planner to making it functional for you, all while adding your own style and flair to its pages.
• Three videos from Marcy Penner
• A peek into each of the contributor's planners, as well as insight into how they organize and decorate them.
• Digital files from Hello Forever designed for your planner (coming soon)

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Class Syllabus :

• Planner Set Up
• Inserts - Pockets, Bookmarks and Dividers
• Dashboards
• Bullet Journaling
• Ideas for using your planner to stay organized
• Decorating

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What You Need :

• Any style of planner or mini binder
• Your favorite calendar and notebook inserts

If this sounds like something you would enjoy learning more about, you can check out the new Agenda class & register in the Studio Calico Classroom.

Photos + Words

 

 If you've ever wondered what scrapbooking is all about... I think you can simplify it into two little words:  Photos & Words.

And that's why I'm so excited to tell you about these upcoming online classes at Studio Calico!

Snapshot is a new class taught by April Foster & it encourages you to look through your camera lens in new ways.  Each day in September, you'll receive a new photo prompt.  

I am SO bad at remembering to take photos.  I'm such a card maker at heart & I am still trying to train my brain to think like a scrapbooker/memory keeper so that I can document my family & my life.  I REALLY need someone sitting on my shoulder, reminding me to take photos... and that's what this class does.  I mean... just take a look at this adorable photo of April's daughter below.  I love it!

 The other portion of memory keeping that is key are the words.  Years ago, I was so turned off of scrapbooking because I would look at layouts in magazines & see pages with a photo & $50 worth of flowers & embellishments plastered around it.  I just didn't get it.  It all seemed like an expensive photo album to me.

Later, I discovered what I consider "real scrapbookers." -- people who use paper & photos & words all together to really tell their story.  A light bulb finally went off in my mind & I understood what an amazing tool scrapbooking could be.  Laura Kurz is one of those scrapbookers.  I'm so interested to receive her journaling prompts & tips throughout the month in Pen & Paper... and the class contributors she chose are also unbelievably talented.

 You can purchase Snapshot and Pen & Paper separately, or you can order the Photos & Words Bundle and save 10%.  I think each class is going to be extremely beneficial & I hope you check them out!

You can read more about each class in the Classroom page at Studio Calico.

Don't Miss These Upcoming Online Classes!

I wanted to tell you about two great glasses that are coming up at Studio Calico.

Workspace is the first class of it's kind.  Throughout the month of August, class members will learn new ways to organize their craft space & have it work for them.  I registered immediately & can not wait for this class to start!

The second class that's registering right now is More Bright Ideas.  I took Nicole Samuels' first class (Bright Ideas) and learned so much!  I love that she's back and I can't wait to see what she has in store.  This class is only $5 (Yes.  That's not a type-o.) so you'll definitely want to check it out!

 

There are just a few days left to register for the August classes.  You can find more details for each class here.  Hope to see you in the classroom!

Inked 2.0

I'm so excited to be one of the contributors to this upcoming online class from Studio Calico!  If you've ever wanted to learn how to get more mileage out of your stamps & how to use them more creatively, you'll definitely want to check out Inked 2.0.

While supplies last, when you sign up for the class, you'll receive this free stamp set!

You'll also want to take a peek at all of the new products in the shop.  I am going crazy over these stamp sets!  The first two sets below are designed to work together.  (House & House Guests) I can't wait to fill those windows!  It's like a doll house for stampers.  ;)

 

I have always loved Studio Calico's alphabet stamps, and this one is no exception. (Kit Alpha) I love the large scale of each of the letters & I already have so many ideas for it!

Mama Elephant created this "Celebrate" stamp set.  They're always spot on when it comes to trendy designs & I love the coordinating banner die!

I'm so excited for this class & I hope to see you there!

You Don't Want to Miss This Class! Digital - Beyond the Basics

If you've ever wanted to learn how to create amazing hybrid projects, you'll want to check out this new online class from Studio Calico.

 Shanna Noel, along with several other amazing contributors, will be teaching the class Digital - Beyond the Basics.  Class registration is nearly over & class begins in just a few days, so make sure to jump on board if you're interested!

Here's a video from Shanna explaining a little more about the class:

What you'll get :

• 10 how-to videos from Shanna covering techniques for templates, stamp brushes, digital paper, printables and digital die cut files
• 10 tutorials from the contributors covering techniques for templates, stamp brushes, digital paper, printables and digital die cut files
• 20 new digital / hybrid projects to inspire you
• a class message board to interact with Shanna and your fellow students
• new challenges each week

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Bonus Digital Files:

• Digital patterned paper (Shanna Noel for Studio Calico)
• Digital Templates (Shanna Noel for Studio Calico)
• Digital Alphabet Stamp Set (Shanna Noel for Studio Calico)
• Digital Stamps (Shanna Noel for Studio Calico)
• Digital Embellishments (Shanna Noel for Studio Calico)
• Digital Die Cut Files (Shanna Noel for Studio Calico)
• Digital Washi Photo Frames (Shanna Noel for Studio Calico)

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What you'll need :

• Photoshop or PSE
• Basic Digi Scrapping Skills (check out the FREE Digital Basics class if you need to brush up!)

I'm so excited about this class & can't wait for it to begin!

Mixed Media Online Class

 

 Mixed media is all the rage right now!  Have you heard about the awesome new class going on right now at Studio Calico?  Céline Navarro and Anna-Maria Wolniak will take the mystery out of mixed media with a series of videos and in depth tutorials sharing their favorite techniques.

You can sign up today & jump right into the classroom!

You can check it all out here:  Mixed Media

Hope to see you in the classroom!

Sketchbook Class by Kelly Purkey & Studio Calico

It's a new month & that means a new class has been announced at Studio Calico!!!

Take a peek at Sketchbook by Kelly Purkey:

 

I know this stamp set will go fast, so sign up now to receive your free set!

Here's a video clip about the class:

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There are also some really fun new products in the shop that coordinate with the class.  And, if you hurry, you can take advantage of the 10% off discount code! I couldn't resist picking up some of them for myself & I can't wait to get them in my hot little hands!

You can find all of the new products here.

I'm so excited about this class!  Hope to see you in the classroom!

Studio Calico Stitched Class - Last Day to Register!

Have you registered for the newest online class from Studio Calico?  Stitched starts tomorrow & today is the last day to register.

In this class you'll learn all about adding machine and hand stitching to your projects.  It's taught by Paige Evans & a great line up of contributors.  Want to take a peek at what you'll be learning?

 

Along with the class, you'll get free printables, cut files & stitch templates.  Here is one of the templates that I designed for the class:

 

Also, if you sign up for the class, you can take advantage of this awesome special:

In order for this code to work, you need to:

1.  Add the Stitched class to your cart
2. Add a past Scrapbook, Card, or Project Life kit to your cart
3. Use the code: STITCHED50

I hope to see you in class!

Introducing the newest class: LIFE | SCRIPTED

One of my goals for 2014 is to stretch my skills.  I recently learned how to do some basic knitting & I have plans for some other needle crafts.  I'm also trying to teach myself the ins & outs of design work &   Adobe Illustrator.  I LOVE learning & I love trying new things.

That's why I'm really excited about this upcoming Life Scripted class from Studio Calico & artist Kal Barteski.  I can't wait to learn how to create modern script & incorporate it into my paper crafting & home decor.  Here's a little more about the class:

Here's an example of Kal's work.  I also have a Pinterest board started full of inspiration for the class.

You can read more about the class & sign up here.  (Enrollment open through the end of January.)

There are also art supplies available in the SC shop.  Don't forget the free shipping code when ordering!

There are several digital files & templates available as soon as you register.  Class starts on Feb. 1st.

If you're inspired to try something new & stretch your skills, I'd love to see you in the classroom!