Redesigned! Are you wondering how to make those gorgeous glittery cards you keep seeing everywhere? Join Donna in this fun, low stress class, play with Sookwang tape, Glitter Ritz glitter, punches and the Big Shot and learn the magic of the Burnished Velvet technique!

Thursday November 1st 11:00-1:00
Satuday November 24th 11:00 - 1:00
Tuesday December 4th 6:30 - 8:30

Class Fee: $25.00

Student Supply List: Basic List + sharp craft tweezers, please bring a craft knife and self healing mat if you have them to reduce wait times

Sign up for this class with Donna and create three gorgeous glittery cards perfect for any occasion. Learn how to use Peel Off stickers with your glitter and add some sparkle to your projects!
*Note: experience with the Burnished Velvet technique is highly recommended

Thursday November 1st 2:00 - 4:00
Wednesday November 14th 6:30 - 8:30
Saturday November 24th 2:00 - 4:00

Class Fee: $25.00

Student Supply List: Basic List + sharp craft tweezers. If you have them, a self healing mat and craft knife will be helpful

By poplular demand, the Never Ending Card is back ~ Christmas style!

What is a Never Ending Card? Just like the name says - it just keeps going and going! Click here to see one our previous Never Ending Cards in action. Donna will show you the ins and outs of this very cool card project, and you will also go home with a custom made envelope and the basic instructions so you can recreate this interactive card again and again for any occasion!

Saturday November 3rd 11:00-1:00
Wednesday November 7th 6:30 - 8:30
Tuesday November 20th 11:00 - 1:00

Class Fee: $21.00

Student Supply List: Basic List + Sookwang Tape. Please a scoring board if you have one to reduce wait times.

Using the new "Handmade Holiday" line of papers from Simple Stories / Memory Works, we’ll be painting, inking and glittering to create a 12x12 Christmas canvas with a sort of fresh vintage to feel to it. The canvas will make a great addition to any room in your home, and may be hung on a wall, or displayed on a stand. This project includes space for a special photo, which is designed to be changed every year if you like. Makes a great gift too!

Class Fee: $30.00
Also available as a take-out kit! Kits may be picked up after the first class date

Student Supply List: Basic List + Zip Dry paper glue, 1/2" Sookwang tape, paint or foam brush, brown Distress Ink (I used Brushed Corduroy), sponge for inking, tweezers, glue pen. Photo size is 4 1/2" x 6 1/2"

Need a pile of cards? Then this is the class for you ~ we'll be making a grand total of TEN cards, two each of five different designs. We'll be making good use of kraft cardstock, the "Festive" line of paper from Authentique, twine, Picket Fence Distress Stain, some pencil crayons and stamps from Flourishes, Art Impressions, Penny Black, Stampendous and Memory Box. These cards are cozy, adorable, and simple.. come on out and get going on that Christmas card list!

Sunday November 4th 11:00 - 1:00
Tuesday November 13th 6:30 - 8:30
Friday November 23rd 11:00 - 1:00

Class Fee: $35.00

Student Supply List: Basic List + please bring the following if you have them to reduce wait times: Picket Fence Distress Stain, Pencil Crayons or Watercolour Pencils in white, dark red, dark green, medium corner rounder punch

Join Leanne in this fabulous mini album class where we'll be taking a Graphic 45 Film Reel Tin, vintage-ing it up a bit with metallic gold alcohol ink, and altering it with paper. The inside of the tin holds a round 6x6 accordian fold album, we'll be covering it in cardstock, the Bo Bunny Weekend Market collection of paper and stickers, lots of ink, photo and journaling spots, pockets and tags here, there, and everywhere, adding some 7 Gypsies embellishments and bits of ribbon, twine and abaca. We'll also be diecutting with Spellbinders and Sizzix, some punches and other fun stuff. Come out and play!
Click here to watch a short video
NOTE: We'll do all the major stuff in class, but some homework will be required to complete this project. Full colour photos and detailed, step by step instructions will be included.

Tuesday Novemeber 6th 11:00 - 1:30 *ONE SPOT LEFT!*

Class Fee: $45.00
Available as a take-out kit! Kits may be picked up after the first class date

Student Supply List: Basic List + Zip Dry paper glue, Sookwang tape, sanding block, file set, craft knife, self healing mat, Brushed Corduroy distress ink, sponge for inking, paper clips. Please bring the following if you have them to reduce wait times: corner rounder punch, scallop border punch (I used EK Success Deco Scallop), Crop-a-Dile, stapler, 'Deco' corner punch, glossy or crackle accents

Who doesn't love little drawers bursting with chocolate??? This darling tree-shaped advent calendar features the new Bo Bunny "Mistletoe" collection and is the most perfect place to hide (okay, this is hard to hide!) sweet treats as you, the kiddos, or the grandkids countdown to Christmas. The tree measures just over 12" tall and 8" wide, and is comprised of 24 little boxes with pull out drawers, perfectly sized to hold two Lindt chocolate balls!

Note: Some homework will be required to complete decorating this project. Photos and instructions will be provided.

Tuesday November 6th 6:30 - 8:30

Class Fee: $33.00

Student Supply List: Basic List + Sookwang Tape, if you have them, please bring a 12" trimmer with a scoring blade (scor-pal will not work for this project) and a Crop-a-Dile

Using the new "Nutcracker Sweet" line of papers from Graphic 45, Spellbinders & Sizzix dies, we'll be creating three different interactive cards, a Twisted Easel, a Flip-It Shaker Box and a Waterfall card. Very cool cards for the special people on your Christmas list!

Click here to for a Waterfall card demo

Click here for a Flip-It card demo

Class Fee: $22.00

Student Supply List: Basic List + scoring board and paper piercer if you have them

The Kit of the Month is a monthly program where you receive a fully loaded kit of only NEW BG collections and complete a new "off the page" project in class each month, usually with lots of extra product to use as you please.

Full color photographs and easy to follow step-by-step instructions are included, making this a great project to do on your own time if you are unable to attend class.

This month's project is a very cool multi layer, four arm exploding box featuring the new Soleil collection of papers and embellishments.

Wednesday October 31st 11:00 - 1:00
Thursday November 7th 6:30 - 8:30

Class Fee: $25.00 Available as a take out kit!

Student Supply List: Basic List + file set, scoring board, corner rounder punch. Photo sizes: four 2.75" square, two 3" square, two 3.5" square

Do you find yourself trying to cram all your Christmas card making in on December 24th? Let's try and avoid that scenerio this year... join us for a new Christmas card class every month so you can build up your card stash... ahead of time!
This month's class features heat embossing, diecutting, punching and stamping... fun, low stress and gorgeous!

Thursday November 8th 11:00 - 1:00
Saturday November 17th 2:00 - 4:00
Thursday November 22nd 6:30 - 8:30

Class Fee: $25.00

Student Supply List: Basic List

Satin sashes and snow covered lashes, cherried noses and woolen mittens... join Donna and create this fun little 5"x5" mini, the perfect place for your Christmas and winter memories! This project features the new Basic Grey "Aspen Frost" paper, lots of little tags and pockets, charming little details cut with Spellbinders and is a total of 12 pages including front and back covers. Lovely to keep and lovely to give as a gift as well!

Thursday November 8th 6:30 - 8:30

Class Fee: $28.00

Student Supply List: Basic List + please bring the following if you have them to reduce wait times: scoring board, scallop border punch and standard hole punch

Break out the glitter ~ and come see these in person to really see the sparkle! In this class, we will be playing with Glitter Ritz Glitter, Sookwang Tape, Peel Off Stickers, Copic Markers, the Burnished Velvet technique and Graphic 45's Nutcracker Sweet line of paper to create these gorgeous glittery cards, one of which is an easel card, and another is a swing card. This really is an easy technique class, so even if you've never used Copics or Glitter Ritz, this is a great way to get your toes wet!

Friday November 9th 11:00 - 1:00
Sunday November 18th 11:00 - 1:00
Wednesday November 28th 6:30 - 8:30

Class Fee: $25.00

Student Supply List: Basic List + sharp craft tweezers & Copic Colorless Blender Pen. Please bring Copic Markers if you have them (clearly labeled with your name) to reduce wait times

Spread some Copic love this holiday season! In this class you'll be working some 'black magic', coloring with stamps from Stampendous and Hero Arts, and some airbrushing as well. This is a fun, low stress class, so come on out and play!

*Note: previous experience with Copic Markers is highly recommended

Saturday November 10th 2:00 - 4:00
Wednesday December 5th 6:30 - 8:30

Class Fee: $25.00

Student Supply List: Basic List + Please bring Copic Markers if you have them & ensure they are clearly labeled with your name. List of colours used in class is available on request

Sign up for this class with Donna and create three gorgeous glittery cards perfect for anyone on your holiday card list. Learn how to use Peel Off stickers with your glitter and add some sparkle to your projects!
*Note: experience with the Burnished Velvet technique is highly recommended

Tuesday November 13th 2:00 - 4:00
Sunday December 2nd 2:00 - 4:00

Class Fee: $25.00

Student Supply List: Basic List + sharp craft tweezers. If you have them, a self healing mat and craft knife will be helpful

This set of six crisp, elegant white and silver cards each feature a different embossing folder from the new Couture Creations Ho Ho Ho collection, stamps from JustRite & coordinating Spellbinders, white & silver ribbon and silver rhinestone accents, as well as a bit of heat embossing. They're lovely, they're classic, they're perfect for anyone on your list!

Wednesday November 14th 11:00 - 1:00
Sunday November 18th 2:00 - 4:00
Monday November 26th 6:30 - 8:30

Class Fee: $30.00

Student Supply List: Basic List + Bow Easy if you have one

Do you love your Copic Markers? Put your skills to use and show someone else you love them this Christmas with a charming hand coloured holiday card! This class features new stamps from Penny Black and Art Impressions, a bit of airbrushing and some fun colouring and shading techniques too. *Note: previous experience with Copic Markers is highly recommended

Wednesday November 21st 6:30 - 8:30

Class Fee: $25.00 (includes free marker, $8.99 value!)

Student Supply List: Basic List + Please bring Copic Markers if you have them & ensure they are clearly labeled with your name.

List of colours used in class is available on request.

The Kit of the Month is a monthly program where you receive a fully loaded kit of only NEW BG collections and complete a new "off the page" project in class each month, usually with lots of extra product to use as you please.

Full color photographs and easy to follow step-by-step instructions are included, making this a great project to do on your own time if you are unable to attend class.

This month's project is a rolled paper Christmas tree wall art, featuring the new Aspen Frost collection of paper and embellishments. Note: Display background pictured is included, however this would look great mounted on a piece of stained wood, a painted canvas, a shadow box, or a picture frame with the glass removed.

Bonus! ~ Instructions and supplies are included to create the Flip Tree decorations shown in the photo.

Wednesday November 28th 11:00 - 1:00
Thursday December 6th 6:30 - 8:30

Class Fee: $25.00 Available as a take out kit!

Student Supply List: Basic List + Sookwang tape, brown distress ink (optional), please bring a photo corner punch and glue gun if you have them

Do you have some Copics already but aren't sure how to use them, or are you just wondering what the fuss is all about? In this class, Leanne, our resident Copic Certified Designer, will teach you the basics about Copics - we'll be discussing the right papers & inks to use, how the numbering system works, practice basic coloring and blending as well as a few easy techniques to get you started. We will also complete one card project in class.

Limited to 6 participants per time slot, so register early!

Friday November 2nd 11:30 - 1:00
Sunday November 25th 2:30 - 4:00

Class Fee: $20.00 (includes 1 free marker, your choice of color!)

Student Supply List: Just adhesive! If you own any Copic markers feel free to bring them along to reduce wait times, clearly marked with your name

Advanced Copic Techniques with Tara G.

Are you crazy for Copics? Do you feel like there has to be more than just the basic blending techniques? Well, you are right, there is! This class is going to open up a whole bunch of colouring "doors" as we cover 12, yes that's right, 12 different techniques. Join Tara and play with your markers in new ways, guaranteed to make you comfortable colouring with more advanced techniques and teach you some new tricks as well. You will be colouring like a pro in no time!

*Note: As this is a technique based class, you will not be completing any projects, just lots of fun, playing and learning!

Saturday November 10th 11:00 - 1:00
Class Fee: $35.00 (includes three free markers!)

Student Supply List: Basic List + Please bring Copic Markers if you have them & ensure they are clearly labeled with your name

By special request, the absolutely gorgeous, and functional to boot, Magnetic Die Organizer! This book is custom made to store all your wafer thin dies such as Spellbinders and Memory Box, with 14 pages including front and back cover. The pages measure 6" x 12", are constructed of super sturdy chipboard, covered in cardstock, decorated with the seriously stunning SEI Entrada line of papers, with six pages featuring magnet sheets to keep all your dies in place. The organizer has five book rings and a hitch fastener/elastic closure to make sure everything stays put. You absolutely have some room to grow with this book when the time comes... just swap the rings for a larger size, add some more more pages and you're good to go!

Thursday November 22nd 11:00 - 1:00
Sunday December 9th 2:00 - 4:00

Class Fee: $30.00 Also available as a Take Out Kit!

Student Supply List: Basic List + Zip Dry paper glue, craft scraper, sanding block, black dye ink (we used Black Soot Distress Ink), if you have them, please bring a Crop-a-dile, 1/2" Corner Chomper and Spiced Marmalade Distress Ink

Looking for something to keep the kiddos entertained for an afternoon? How about a great project to get their creativity rolling! The perfect way to keep the kids busy and and enjoy an hour or so to yourself. Sign up today.
Suitable for ages 8+
*This months project is a snowman & snowflake wooden wall hanging  - super cute!

Sunday November 25th 12:00-2:00

Class Fee: $20.00

Student Supply List: All supplies included

Big Shot Beginners Class

Do you have a Big Shot machine sitting there collecting dust while you wonder what to do with it? Whether you have a Big Shot already, are thinking of buying one, or just wondering what it's all about, then this is the perfect class for you! We will be covering all the basics including playing with dies & embossing, the different "sandwich" combinations and all the great things your Big Shot can do!

Tuesday November 20th 6:30 - 8:00

Class Fee: $10.00
Class fee will be issued as a Store Credit towards regular priced merchandise, valid for use the day of the class only

Student Supply List: Please bring your Big Shot & some dies & folders if you have them! The shoppe will have one available to share

Basic Grey Page of the Month Club

Page of the Month is FULL. Registration for 2013 / 2014 will start in January.
Tuessday November 27th 11:00 - 1:00
Thursday November 29th 11:00 - 1:00
Thursday November 29th 6:30 - 8:30
Classes repeat last Tuesday & Thursday of each month (3rd Tues & Thurs for December 2012)
Class Fee: $25.00 (payable monthly, in advance. Ie: first month due on sign up, 2nd month due on 1st class date, 3rd month due on 2nd class date and so on). Full year runs March to February.
Student Supply List: Basic List + craft knife, self-healing mat, journaling pen, sanding blocks/files, favorite distressing inks. Any additional supplies, photo sizes etc are emailed monthly.