Polymer Clay Classes Announced for January

I am so happy to have back to the studio Alyssa Light.  She will be offering two Polymer Clay classes in the studio in January the first is....  wait for it....

A class for Teens 12 and up where they will learn how to create their own unique beads and pendants using the clay for their jewelry projects!  So fun!!  ...and during that dreaded week between New Years and Back to School.  I hope your teen can join us!!

AND....

A Taste of Polymer Clay for Knitters and Crocheters

I know this class will spark the interest of all you knitters and crocheters out there.  Come and learn how you can create some extra special textural and one of a kind buttons for your yarn (and sewing) creations!  So fabulous!!

Here is the description of both classes.  Registration is open in the online store or by calling Karen at the Studio 519 267 6620

Why not give this class as a gift?

I have Sculpey Samplers and Tools for sale at the studio and Gift Certificates too!  What  a great gift package!   ...and we Gift Wrap too! *wink*

Have a creative day!

Daddy Buttons

Many of you know that the anniversary of my father's death was this week. It's been one year and I miss him everyday. I have many of his old things and I like to incorporate them into what I do.

I also love to make things to wear on the show floor at CHA. Here's something that I put together that uses some old buttons from some of my father's uniforms. I love it!! ...and yes, another piece of him I can carry around with me. xoxo

I did crochet these flowers.... which reminds me. There will be a crochet class this Thursday Feb 2 at 6:30pm in the studio. I will be teaching people how to create crocheted flowers, stars and hearts with yarn OR baker's twine (student's choice) to add to your cards or layouts, etc. $15 includes supplies. Let me know if you'd like to come. .... but this necklace is MINE! :) ...just sayin!

Have a creative day everyone! Next stop for me (and my Daddy buttons)....CHA

Envelope Love

Okay ... Here's the story.

I was designing a little something for publication (eekk... I still can't believe I'm saying that! *wink*) and some fabulous, crafty people came in the studio and saw the finished product and wanted me to create a class based on it. Soooooooooooooooooooo... Here's the class:

Envelope Love - 2 hours

This class will be offered in the studio until the end of the year (or until I sell out of canvas envelopes). $20 - when you have your own Kanzashi Flower Template, $25 without (that's a discount to purchase the template reg $6.75). All other supplies are included.

Learn how to paint canvas products, create a resist with acrylic paint & water with your favourite Crafter's Workshop Template, create a Kanzashi Flower fabric embellishment and your own crocheted trim from Twinery Baker's Twine. YES, I said crochet ... and trust me - if I can, you can! Beginners are welcome. There are only two rows of crochet in this. It can be done and you'll love yourself for the accomplishment!

The envelope is 5"x7" - perfect size for gifting photos and even gift certificates this holiday season. ..just sayin *smile* . See you in the studio soon.

Have a creative day!

I had a GREAT time Saturday creating background paintings with Lisa, Jen and Lillian (who asked to be "incognito" on the "web-o" hehehehe......

we broke into my Mary Poppins Paper Dolls too.. LOVE what they did with them.

Thanks so much for coming in this weekend girls. Loved playing with you in the studio!

NEW FELTING CLASSES

I am so please to have Manuela (a fabulous local needle felting instructor) come to the studio to offer some classes this fall!! Here's the "deets"

Thursday September 29 (7 pm- 8:30 pm) Cost $24

this class will be an introduction into wet felting. we will start with two easy and fun projects, covering objects in felt. Then we will felt the basic shapes for fruit (balls) or pumpkins (balls with stems), These raw shapes will be refined and covered using the felting needle in the following classes (either Oct 6 or Oct 20) Class fees include supplies and use of tools.

Thursday October 6 OR Thursday October 20 (7 pm -8:30 pm) Cost $24

This needle felting class is dedicated to fall decoration. Beginner and new participants start needle felting with cookie cutters (leaves or pumpkin shapes) after that, we will cover previously wet felted shapes turning them into fruit or pumpkins (for those unable to attend the wet felting class, some shapes will be available for purchase). For the pumpkins, we'll also make a Halloween costume! Class fee includes supplies and use of tools.

PARENT/CHILD CLASS

Friday October 7 (6:30pm - 8 pm)

Cost $24 for Parent and Child, $14 for additional child

In the parent-child class,, Manuela will give a short introduction into two techniques, wet felting and needle felting with fun Halloween colours and shapes. You will wet felt a spooky soap. Using cookie colours you will needle felt ghosts, bats or jack-o-lanterns. This is fun for boys and girls! Class fees include supplies and use of tools

Look for Christmas Themed and Gift Felting Classes in December........

Attn sewers and Wannabes!

We've been having "sew" much fun in the studio lately teaching me how to sew on my new machines! hehehehe I've been practicing and practicing and my art has been littered with little bits of it lately :) It's all good! One of our sewing gals is the very talented Regan D'Agostino! Regan has created a fabulous pattern to make this Super Cute Bag and I'd like to invite you to come and take a class. Bring your own machine, Regan will provide you with her pattern and guide you step by step through the process of creating it. There are Pleats and Pockets in this one!! The class will take place at the studio on Saturday April 30 at 1-4pm. The cost is $18 (plus HST). Bring your own machine, and your favourite fabrics (the pattern will tell you type and quantity). Class space is limited!! Book early and SEE YOU THERE!!!

Classes, Classes, Classes

It was quite a day in the studio.

I had a couple of fabulous ladies in this afternoon to create the Isabella Canvas. What fun -- just gotta contain the crackle :) hehe. I love having people in the studio creating. It's completely inspiring!

Tonight I had 13 Pathfinders (and leaders) in the studio to create the Bird's Nest Jewelry Set that I did with the Technique of the Month Club last month. What a thrill and a fabulous group of kids!!

I understand that they will be doing some collage next week as part of their regular meeting. Have fun girls!! And enjoy getting creative! I hope I gave you some ideas!!

Tomorrow I have lots of people in the studio too! Some girls bringing their own projects in to use the space, another Isabella Canvas and someone coming in to do the Card Workshop too!! How exciting!!! A paper and glue extravaganza!! The Studio is OPEN!! I hope to see you soon too!!

Have a creative day everyone!!

Hands on Photography Fall Workshop

I am excited to announce that Sue Sykes will be teaching a workshop at the studio on Saturday September 18 -- If you have an SLR camera and would like to learn more about taking photos without the automatic setting, I hope you can join us!

Sue has been behind a camera for more than 25 years, working professionally as a ...photographer for the last ten years. She writes the "Hands On Photography" section and keeps a photography blog for the Canadian Scrapbooker Magazine and also taught at this year's Kitchener Scrapfest. I can't wait to have her join us at the studio. The workshop held at The Art House Studio will be similar to Sue's Scrapfest class. She will take the beginner/intermediate SLR camera user through photography basics, getting you out of the "automatic setting". This 5 hour class will include approximately 3 hours of instruction, time for Lunch (which will be provided) and a chance to take your new found photography skills "on the road". The Art House Studio is located across the street from the Grand River and Park Trails - the perfect setting for a photographic excursion. Let's hope the weather cooperates!

Saturday September 18, 201011am-4pm
Workshop Price: $65 (plus HST) due upon registration
Contact the Studio for more information and to register519 954 6620

Pictures as promised

Can't take a camera class and then not post pictures!!

So... please remember, I AM LEARNING.... can't wait to get back out there today to snap some more pics. Must go exploring! I'm at my trailer today and tomorrow so I have lots of picture taking possibilities ... hummmmmm.... where to go first!?

Without further ado: Here are a few of my pictures from our class outing. THANKS SUE! Loved having you in the studio and would love to have you back in the fall for another class. Get your calendar out!!! *wink* Another thank you goes out to all who attended this class too. You were a fun group and I hope you got as much out of the class as I. PLEASE send me your pics! Love to see!!

Today's the day!!

That Sue Sykes will be in the studio teaching her HANDS ON! Photography workshop! I'm so excited!

Sue will be in the studio from 11 - 4 today. Chances are the phone will be in the other room. If you call and get "the machine" - we are there. I will be returning calls after the workshop so please leave a message.

Part of our day we will be leaving the studio to take pictures (that is if the rain holds off)...
I'll post again tonight....WITH PICTURES! hehe

Getting Excited!

Sue Sykes will be in the studio sharing her SLR knowledge with us NEXT WEEK!!! Can't Wait! I have been playing with my SLR camera settings and sometimes come out with great photos -- I'll say that again .... SOMETIMES come out with great photos. I can't wait to learn about those settings so great picture taking isn't such a fluke! LOL

If you'd like to join us -- I do have limited space available in the class. The all day class (lunch included) is $65. Click here for details

I am looking forward to hosting a June Card Workshop this morning and then I have some girls joining me for a night of creativity tonight in the studio!! I've decided I'm going to get the paints out again and create a 24x48 canvas for my living room at home. I'm on a mission!! ....and will be sure to post pics! I have spent the last couple of days re-organizing and cleaning the studio so my workspace is calling me!!

Have a fabulous day!

Hands On! Photography Workshop

I am excited to announce that Sue Sykes will be teaching a workshop at the studio on Saturday June 26 -- If you have an SLR camera and would like to learn more about taking photos without the automatic setting, I hope you can join us!

Sue has been behind a camera for more than 25 years, working professionally as a photographer for the last ten years. She writes the "Hands On Photography" section and keeps a photography blog for the Canadian Scrapbooker Magazine and also taught at this year's Kitchener Scrapfest. I can't wait to have her join us at the studio.

The workshop held at The Art House Studio will be similar to Sue's Scrapfest class. She will take the beginner/intermediate SLR camera user through photography basics, getting you out of the "automatic setting". This 5 hour class will include approximately 3 hours of instruction, time for Lunch (which will be provided) and a chance to take your new found photography skills "on the road". The Art House Studio is located across the street from the Grand River and Park Trails - the perfect setting for a photographic excursion. Let's hope the weather cooperates!

Saturday June 26, 2010
11am-4pm Workshop Price: $65 (plus GST)
due upon registration
Contact the Studio for more information and to register
519 954 6620

Nottawasaga Retreat Classes!!

Well ladies.... here they are. The Classes that will be held on the Saturday of the Nottawasaga Retreat February 27, 2010. Can't wait.

These classes are available on a first come, first serve basis to our retreat guests.

My classes are available at the studio - contact me for details.

Retreat guests are entitled to take one complimentary class at the retreat (to a max of $20). Please note that the Canvas will have a $5 charge even if chosen as a complimentary option. Please email me with your class selections. More than one class is available to take -- the class fees listed will be applied and are due upon arrival at the retreat)

OKAY... without further ado...

10:15am Alice in Wonderland Bracelet and Brooch Set
Designed & Instructed by Karen Ellis
Come create with Karen. Use Memory Frames to make your own custom Jewelry. We will be tinting black and white public domain images from the fabled Alice and Wonderland books with distress inks and some Cut N Dry Nibs and decorating them with some fun charms and buttons.

Please bring your coloured inks. Distress Inks blend the best. I used Vintage Photo, Broken China, Scattered Straw, Aged Mahogany and Fired Brick Red. (Browns, Blues, Reds and Yellow) Also bring Black Ink to stamp with too!

Also required, needle nose pliers, wire cutters and your fine motor skills!

Class Fees: $20

1:15PM Graphic 45 Christmas
Designed & Instructed by Karen Ellis

I love Graphic 45 Papers. This Christmas layout is all ready for you to add your photos and even your own title. Every student will receive their very own coordinating sticker sheet to do just that!

Class Fee: $16
Please bring: Your basic Class Kit, Vintage Photo or Frayed Burlap Distress Ink (or similar brown ink for edges), & some pop dots. Photo mats for 1 5x7, 2 4x6 and 3 2.25x2.25. Note: we will be glueing ribbon. Please bring a good glue that won't bleed through ribbon (like 3N1 Glue) or lots of glue dots.

2:30 His & Her Birthday Cards
with Judy Beeksma (In A Pinch Designs)

Happy Birthday!!!-- Judy is thrilled to bring you four Birthday cards that friends and family will love - 2 are perfect for girls and 2 are perfect for boys!

Class fee: $14
Please bring your basic Class Kit, Black and Brown inks, Pop Dots, a glue pen if you have it for glueing fine details and your favourite adhesive for attaching ribbon.

4PM Enjoy the Journey Canvas
by: Karen Ellis

Have I told you how much I love Graphic 45 papers?! Here is another class I designed with this fabulous paper: A 12x12 canvas wall hanging.

Think of it as a layout you hang on your wall! This canvas was inspired by my Blog Friend Artyjen's winning project for UK based Stamper Magazine. It uses Distress Inks, GrungePAPER, distress crackle paint... It's all good! (*please note: the Key will vary)

Class fee: $25 ($5 as a complimentary option)Please bring your basic class kit, 3D foam dots, black Archival Ink and your distress inks. I used Tattered Rose and Frayed Burlap. Please bring a Black and White photo 2.5"x6" or 3"x6" the image in the photo is 2.5"x6"

Timeless Moments Canvas Workshop

Hey bloggers.
I am here to announce an upcoming workshop happening in the Studio NEXT WEEK - Wednesday October 28 from 6:30 - 8:30pm

On request, I will be teaching the Timeless Moments Canvas Class that I taught at the Peterborough Retreat earlier this month. If you would like to join us. Please let me know. I have two more canvases available right now - but can get more if I know by Saturday that you're interested. Call the studio 519 954 6620 or email me

Looking forward to creating Canvases with you!!

"Joy"ful canvas making

I had a great day in the studio with Joy. :)

She couldn't make our canvas workshop this weekend so she asked if she could come into the studio today to do it with me instead -- Of course!!! What a pleasure it was to have her there!

This was Joy's first time using wax as a medium on canvas.

I showed her how to create the base and "embellish" from there -- Look at the fabulous piece she created!! ...and this was her first time! Way to go Joy! It looks marvelous!

I dabbled in the wax today too. Couldn't let her do it on her own :)

I created this canvas and I am really happy with the way it turned out.

I was able to complete most of it when Joy was with me... but after she left I continued adding elements - including a little cheesecloth background. I fused cheesecloth into the wax on the background of the piece with Kandi's Hot Wax Stylus. I just loved how it

created a textured, matte finish. I see me doing more of this for sure!

I still have a space (maybe 2) in Saturday's canvas workshop. If you would like to make an 8x8 canvas of your own in waxy style.... we'd love to create with you!

Contact the studio 519 954 6620 and let me know that you are interested. Cost is $40 and includes the canvas, wax, tools and some lunch. Hope you can join us!!

Wax Collage Workshop

Yes, I have had so many people interested in working with wax it has been phenomenal!

So -- I decided to take it upon myself to offer a Saturday Workshop where I can give you an opportunity to create a Mixed Media Collage using Beeswax!!


We will create art in the same method as I used to create my last two creations (currently showcased in the studio)
Keep on Smelling the Roses
Community Ties

THIS IS IT, LADIES!!

Date: Saturday June 13, 2009 OR Saturday June 20, 2009
Time: 10 - 3pm
Where: The Go Scrapping Studio
Cost: $40.00 - Includes studio time, tools, 8x8 canvas, wax, paints, mediums and a light lunch (taxes extra)

*please bring

• various sizes of photocopied photo images (can be on cardstock) if you would like to use them (yes, this is optional)
• a heat gun
• inks and coordinating papers in the colour scheme of your choice (some will be available in the studio to use), an identipen or sharpie (black/brown - to fit your colour scheme)
• a theme idea and any found objects that go with that theme!
• Perfect Pearls.... metallic ones work fabulously, and bring any that go wth your colour scheme too. I will have some here but bring your own that match your colour scheme so that you are not disappointed.
• and an open mind :)

Please contact the studio to register. A credit card number will be required to secure your reservation at time of booking - no cancellations within 24 hours of the workshop will be granted(food needs to be purchased :) )

Looking forward to playing in the wax with you!!!

Another Sneak Peek

As promised... here are a couple of sneak peeks of my classes that will be offered in Stratford at the Go Scrapping Weekend Retreat May 1-3.

I will be offering a mini album class (an album for your spring garden) using handmade papers, & sticky back canvas embellishments....

And I will also be offering a Beeswax-finished canvas - we will be finishing the canvas and adhering embellishments with melted beeswax... so much fun!!!

I will post full images of these classes when they are announced on April 1!!

As always -- for you ladies who are unable to attend the retreat but would like to take these classes, the classes will be available to take in the studio until May 31, 2009. Please contact me at the studio so we can arrange a time at your leisure... (519 954 6620)

Looking forward to the RETREAT!!!!

Two Great Classes - One Fun Afternoon

Sheri East will be in the studio on Saturday December 6 teaching two very fun and creative projects

Why not come and do both?? They would make fabulous gifts and together will cost less than $50.


"DAYS TO REMEMBER"
12pm - 2pm
Sheri used artist canvas, fun little embellishments and die cut images to make this album special to keep or give as a Christmas gift. Sheri also used paint, ink and heat embossing to really make this project special. Two die cut dates will be supplied in this class so you will have the choice to make this album about 2008 or what's to come in 2009.
You will need your basic tool kit, sponge brush, heat gun (if you have one), embossing ink (if you have some), black and brown ink.
Class Fee: $25.00 + tax


"HOME"
3pm-5pm
Sheri has created a unique picture frame that will look great in any decor. You will use different shaped chipboard and die cut images as well as little touches of bling and paint. This project is a must have for your home.
You will need your basic tool kit, and a couple of sponge brushes.
Class Fee: $18 +tax


To register - contact the GSS 519-954-6620 or email goscrapping@rogers.com

Are you ready for a cookout???

I know I am.
The first of Go Scrapping's Card Cookouts is Tomorrow from 12 - 2pm! And I am really looking forward to it.

I have 5 Fabulous Cards for the girls to create. They can do all of them, or multiples of the same card -- it's up to them. All the cards they can create in the 2 hour class. So stoke up the BBQ and let's get this party Started.

If you're hungry for some cards and would like to join us, please let me know by the end of the day today. You can call the studio or email me directly. A couple more reservations are able to be taken.

See you at the cookout!
Just to wet your appetite....