Student Kit –When attending our classes be sure to bring your student kit with you.  A student kit consists of basic paper crafting supplies that you may need to complete the projects.  We recommend the following:  paper trimmer, corner rounder, wet and dry adhesives, pop dots, glue dots, scissors, black journaling pen, ruler, pencil and eraser.  Any items needed for class participation outside of this list will be included in the class descriptions.  (Intro to Scrapbooking/Stamping/Quilling students do not need to bring any supplies.)    All students receive 10% off their purchases when they attend classes.

 

Scrapbooking 101
In this class you'll have fun learning the basics about how to create a photo safe environment to gather your precious memories. We'll give you instructions on all the basic scrapbooking terms and tools to get you off to a great start. You will create some pages during class. Please bring 8-12 pictures of an event. 1.5 Hours $5 (Jenn/Lakisha)

Class scheduled for Thurs. Sept 23rd at 6pm

 

Intro to Stamping
In this class you'll learn all the basics of stamping.  Leave with the knowledge to go out and start creating your own cards, invitations, and how to stamp on your scrapbook pages.  Topics will include different ink types, stamp types, techniques, care and more.  You will create a card during class.  1 Hour FREE 

Class scheduled for Thurs. Sept 30th at 6pm

 

 

Picture Perfect Pages: August

Make two 12x12 layouts and 1 card during class using beautiful floral papers from Melissa Frances, different shaped paper embellishments, pearls, stamps and spellbinders dies.  Accordion flowers will be the technique taught in this class.  A perfect  and cost effective way to make your own embellishments.  You can refer to Dawn's blog for a sample picture at http://dawnemanuele.blogspot.com/  1.5 Hours $25

Class scheduled for Thurs. Aug 26th at 6pm

 

Technique Thursday: August

This month we are going to Step Up Your Stamping!  Join us in taking a step beyond the stamping basics as we learn to heat emboss, make layers of images through the use of masks, and use dimensional images to add interest to our card and papercraft projects.  In this class we will also use colored pencils, watercolor pencils, and a blender to shade our images and kick it up a notch.  1.5 - 2 Hours $18 (Karyn)

Class scheduled for Thurs. Aug. 19th 6pm

 

Card of the Month September

The holidays are just around the corner!  This month we are going to dress up the brand new and adorable Hero Arts Wreath of Leaves stamp 6 ways!  Come see how to create versatile looks for fall, holiday and everyday greetings just by changing the ink and embellishment colors.  We will make 6 cards and ...you get to keep the stamp (a $15 value)!

1.5 - 2 Hours $25 (Karyn)

Class scheduled for Thurs. Sept. 2nd at 6pm

 

Copic 101

Learn the necessary basic information needed for using COPIC markers.  Begin practicing and learning about blending techniques.  As part of this class, you will get three markers to use during class and take home with you.  This is value of over $19 in product.  Several different date/times are being offered. 1.5 Hours $29 (Dawn)

Class scheduled for Thurs. Sept. 9th at 6pm or

Class scheduled for Sat. Oct. 23rd at 10:30am

 

Copic 102

Learn about and practice additional blending techniques and more.  As part of this second class, you will get three markers to use during class and take home with you.  This is value of over $19 in product.  Different colors from the COPIC 101 class will be provided to help grow your marker collection.  Two different date/times are being offered. 1.5 Hours $29 (Dawn)

Class scheduled for Sat. Sept. 11th at 1:30pm

Class scheduled for Sat. Oct. 23rd at 1pm

 

Cards Done Just Rite

Make three detailed cards with many layers of paper, various Just Rite stamps and Spellbinders dies.  During class you will use your own colored pencils or Copic markers to add color to these stamped images.  Various techniques will include Copic airbrushing, adding dimension to your images and masking.  In addition to your class kit, please bring your favorite colored pencils or Copic markers.  The Copic marker colors used on the sample cards in this class are YG23, YG25, YR12, YR14, YR18, E55, E57, R24 and R29.  Please be sure to register in advance and let the store know if you need any of the suggested colors ordered for you.  You can refer to Dawn's blog for a sample picture at http://dawnemanuele.blogspot.com/  2 Hours $25

Class scheduled for Sat. Sept 11th at 10:30am

 

Technique Thursday: September

Reinkers and "Cover a Card" background stamps are what class is all about this month.  Learn how to mix and match these versatile stamps to create backgrounds that you will think is actually patterned paper.  Beautiful! As a bonus we will be using re-inkers in a fun and unexpected way.  We will make 4 cards.  If you have a "Mega Mount" please bring it to class.

 1.5 - 2 Hours $18 (Karyn)

Class scheduled for Thurs. Sept. 16th 6pm

 

Picture Perfect Pages: September

Make two 12x12 layouts and 1 card during class.  This class will focus on making your own pattern papers using cardstock.  Various techniques will be used. The title of this layout is "in loving MEMORY of", but can easily be changed to be a layout of any memory that you would like to scrapbook. You can refer to Dawn's blog for a sample picture at http://dawnemanuele.blogspot.com/ 1.5 Hours $25

Class scheduled for Thurs. Sept 23rd at 6pm

 

Simple Sentiments Cards

Create 8 easy cards for different occaisons using Lasting Impressions papers, preprinted sentiments and embossing folders.  Supplies Needed in addition to your class kit are Espresso Adirondack Ink or similar brown color as well as black ink. You can refer to Dawn's blog for a sample picture at http://dawnemanuele.blogspot.com/  1.5 Hours $22

Class scheduled for Sun. Sept 26th at 11:30am

 

Technique Thursday: October

Let’s be Pen Pals!  Lets get together and play with white pens, puffy paint pens, glitter pens, snow writers, leafing pens, markers and more! We’ll go beyond the ink pad and explore all these other mediums to add fun and interest to your paper crafting projects!  1.5 - 2 Hours $18 (Karyn) 

Class scheduled for Thurs. Oct. 21st 6pm

 

 

Children's Classes:

Mommy & Me
Our Mommy and Me classes are for kids ages 3-7!  Kids must be accompanied by an adult for these hour long classes.  They can bring along Mom, Dad, Grandma, a care giver…any adult who can help out with the many fun projects we will be doing.  The goal of our Mommy and Me classes is to get young kids crafting with a grown up and give them a chance to get their hands on a wide variety of paper crafting materials.  All projects are kid tested by some of the children of our very own Wiggles & Giggles employees!  Classes last approximately one hour and will range in price depending on the project we will be working on.  All materials provided.  TBD (there are currently no mommy & me classes scheduled)

 

 

Scrappin’ Kids Classes

 

 

Summer Great Outdoors Mini Album
If you’re a kid age 10 or older and you love the outdoors, you're going to love this album with an outdoors theme.  This mini album is packed with great papers, tags, ribbons and pockets and is tons of fun to make! Students must bring a GOOD adhesive to class with them.  We recommend a tape runner and/or Zip Dry glue.

Class scheduled for August 22nd at 11am.  2 hours $25

 

Summer Great Outdoors Book
If you’re a kid age 10 or older you can join us for this 5x7 accordion album project.  It is perfect for camping, a sleep over in the back yard with friends, your scouting adventures or a trip in the great outdoors.  You'll learn some fun techniques as you put together this camp theme album.  Students must bring a GOOD adhesive to class with them.  We recommend a tape runner and/or Zip Dry glue.

Class scheduled for August 22nd at 1:30pm.  2 hours $25

 

Summer Special:  Take both classes for $45.  Kids may bring a lunch for in between classes.

 

 

Summer Happy Book
If you're Disney fan, you're going to LOVE this mini album with pockets, flaps and Mickey pop ups.  Using Mickey’s favorite colors you’ll create this album full of surprises and have lots of fun to putting it together.  This makes a great memory book for your trip to Disney, or make it for grandma so she can have a special memory of your trip.  Ages 10 and up.

Class scheduled for Sept. 12th at 1pm.  2 hours $25

 

Scrappin' Kids – Intro to Scrapbooking
Designed for kids 8-16 who want to learn all about the cool scrapbooking craft. Children will learn why it is important to create a photo safe scrapbook and about the basic tools and terms. They will create a few pages to start. Please bring 8-12 photos around a birthday, friends or vacation theme. Also bring any supplies or tools you may already have.  Tape runner suggested. 1.5 hours $12 (Jenn)
Class
schedule TBD

 

Class Sign-Up
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Classes and workshops must be prepaid. This can be done at the store, by phone or email by credit card, or by mailing a check to us. You may reschedule up to 2 days prior to the class or crop and receive a credit towards another class or crop. Notice less than 48 hours will constitute a forfeit of the fee unless we can fill your spot. No-shows will forfeit registration fee. If we cancel a class or crop we will refund your fee or reschedule, whichever you prefer. Ages 13 and above unless otherwise noted. Classes and workshops start on time, please be prompt.

 

 


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Phone: 860-529-5899 

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