Stamperia Canvas class with Selena June 14, South

 

Stamperia class with Selena Designed by Antonis Tzanidakis Well, I got to take a class with this talented man, and now I can share my knowledge. This beautiful canvas starts out white and ends up like it's been hanging in an old New York store under the bridge for years, I had so much fun creating it I can't wait to share with you Date: Tuesday June 14 6-8 ish South Store Cost: includes canvas, 2 bottles of paint and 1 bottle of spray. You will need your basic mixed media kit with gesso or primer, paint brushes and glue mediums etc., Price : 45.00 Please call the south store to register  403-457-7790 payment due upon registration

Lavinia Beginners Tutorial with Kate May 11, S

           Introducing the Lavinia style of silhouette stamping, which have such wonderful detail in all the stamps. You will learn how to blend various backgrounds and all the basics of silhouette stamping.

Making and using masks for grounding, mountains or sun or moon.

We will use versafine inks for stamping and oxides or Lavinia inks for backgrounds.

Here are some examples of cards that

can easily be achieved in this basic class.

If you love the Lavinia style of stamping and would like to create beautiful backgrounds this class is the class for you. This style can easily be created for artist pieces for framing.

Please bring your Lavinia stamps, oxide and versafine

Inks. Blending brushes if you have them.

Supplies will be on hand to use if you don’t have them.

This is an introductory class and you will take home 3 cards that you have created.

The cost is $20. Wednesday 11th May 11am to 3.

Mixed Media Collage with Barb April 27 S

 Mixed Media with the Medium

Do you have that special something example: photo, jewelry, trinket, from a loved one Past or Present, that you would love to show case and turn into Art?
In this class we will use different mediums and mixed media to save that special piece.
Barb will help preserve that piece and who knows there maybe a special connection for you!

You Bring something special……
 photo, jewelry, piece of material, feather, coin penny dime, letter, card, flowers
anything from your stash you want to personalize your art piece with.
 Also feel free to bring paint, sprays, inks to give your frame an antique look.
You will need basic things such as trimmer, scissors, strong glue, pen for journaling.

Class includes……
8x8 frame
4-5 metal trinkets for you to choose

The store will also have some small trinkets and embellishments for purchase if you so choose.

Date: Wednesday April 27    1pm - 3pm
Cost: $25.00

Please call the South Store to register for the class (403) 457-7790
Payment is due upon registration.

Colorized Gladys the Flamingo Frames Class with Crystal, April 11, N

Instructor: Crystal

Crystal has been at it again! This time she has Gladys the Flamingo enjoying a splash in the water.  If you, have you always been intimidated by the colorized dies by Tim Holtz, Crystal will help break it down layer by layer, with color coordinated directions. She will walk you through step-by-step and give you some tips and tricks along the way to make these dies a breeze. We will be inking the background and pairing her with some Lawn Fawn die cut grass and cattails to really make her pop out of the frame. You will also be given feathers so you can add some extra sass to her if you want. Please note that frame color may vary depending on availability and the class only includes one frame. The two photos here are to show you the two looks you can get with your kit.  Call the North Store at 403-455-6772 to register. Payment is due upon registration.

Date: April 11th

Time: 5:00-7:00

Cost: $32 plus tax

Sunflower Door Box class with Susan TBA S

 Susan Tierney Cockburn will be doing a sunflower drawer box with us I will start sign up soon just need a few more details. SNEAK PEAK

Just talked with Susan this weekend we will have a date and a Price this week, 2 prices, one for the online class instructions with no kit and one with the kit :-)

Victorian Lantern December 7th with Leslie S

 Location: South Store

Date: Tuesday December 7, Thursday December 15
Time: Dec 7 @ 1:00-2:30, Dec 15 @ 7:00-8:30
Cost: $20

Instructor: Leslie

Get your Christmas Spirit and Christmas paper ready to make this beautiful Victoria Lantern. You can purchase beautiful Christmas paper at Scrapendipity or bring in some you already have. Your paper needs to be delivered to the store one week before class to allow time to get cut for the class.
You’ll need the following number of papers: 2 gold 12x12 (glitter makes it pretty), 2 dark green 12x12, 1 light green (that’s the holly so can also be a scrap but must be at least 5”x8”) 1 white (can be a scrap but must be at least 8”x7”), and 6 red 12x12, 2 your choice 12x12 for lining of the top of the lantern.
Step by step instructions in class will show you how it all goes together.
You will need fast drying glue and please bring all your basic supplies and get ready to put this beautiful lantern together.

Harrison the Lion Colorized Frames Class with Crystal November 20 N

Location: North Store

Date: November 20th

Time: 11:00-1:00

Cost: $30 plus tax

Crystal has been at it again! This time she has created Harrison the Lion (Either with or without a fluffy mane).  If you have you always been intimidated by the colorized dies by Tim Holtz, Crystal will help break it down layer by layer, with colour coordinated directions. She will walk you through step-by-step and give you some tips and tricks along the way to make these dies a breeze. We will be inking the sunrise background and placing him on an African patterned cliff. NOTE: This class includes one lion and frame, you will have the choice to make him fluffy or not. The frame colour may vary depending on availability.  Call the store at 403-455-6772 to register.

'HOME' Decor sign class October 6 N

 

STARTER "HOME" @ the north store Welcome to something different we are going to do a series of Home "O"s The first class we will decorate the word home and one "O" I have three to choose from and there will be different price points. After this class we will be working on additional "O"s but... you can start anytime and I can show you how to decorate HOME in any of the classes. The plan is to run one every 2nd month? We will see ( hello my guinea pigs lol) Pricing is as follows: $45.00 (included in price is the word HOME and one replacement "O") if you have your own "Home" $20.00 (included in price one replacement "O") if you have everything $12.00 to join us ONLY 3 of each "O" please specify which one you would like.When I decorate them I will post but remember you can use your own paper or you will get to pick a piece from the store. Mine was done long ago, your paper will be different. October 6 Wednesday @ 6PM recommended supplies: file set and multi media gel matte glue, some pieces will need black paint and a small paint brush.

PLease call the North store to save your spot, payment required upon registration. 403-455-6772

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coffee mug

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Family Home Decor with Dianne, September 24 N

FAMILY FALL HOME DECOR DATE: Friday Sept 24  1:00pm at the North store.  COST:$60 Dianne has created this wall hanging by re purposing a summer hanging into a fall theme! Learn how to make it your own by inking, distressing, glueing and just having a whole lot of fun! Dianne has limited number of kits! There are 3 kits available with the word BELIEVE also! Please specify what word you would like! The frame is approximately 2.5 feet across, 10 inches high! KITS ARE ALSO AVAILABLE TO TAKE HOME IN CASE COVID RESTRICTIONS APPLY! Please call the North store at 403-455-6772 to reserve your spot or kit!

Perpetual Desk Calendar with Lyndsey September 22 N

Class: Desk Calendar
Date: Sept 22
Time: 6 - 8 pm
Place: North Store
Cost: $15

Instructor: Lyndsey

This is such a cute project!
A little desk calendar!
And if you get in touch with Lyndsey,
You could have a choice of colors…
The calendar is on magnets, so you can continue to use it annually.

Please contact the North Store
+1 (403) 455-6772

Jenn Aguilar, Wild Whisper, Message Station, September 4th S or Zoom

 

Wild Whisper Designer Jenn Aguilar, Flip-Appeal Cost: $40 Date; Saturday Sept 4 1:00 pm- 2 Pm call the South to register 403-457-7790 Join the very talented Jenn for this fun class "Pour decisions", In Class or Zoom (but much more fun in class :-) In this class, we will use some paint and Jenn’s Wild Whisper Ephemera from Pour Decisions and Until We Eat Again to create a stand with mini magnetic boards that are incredibly versatile.  A message station, memo board, recipe card holder or a cute place to put some family photos are just some ways this can be used.  Fully customizable to décor and/or seasons.   Kit Contents:  2 Wooden Squares with Galvanized Metal Fronts (2), Wooden Base (1), Magnets (5) Assorted Ephemera Recipe Cards (2)  Basic Supply Kit: 12x12 Paper Trimmer, Craft Scissors, Teflon Craft Mat, Baby Wipes, Paper Towel, Ruler, Pencil and Notepaper, Bone Folder, Piercing Tool, Craft Knife, Self-Healing Cutting Mat, Adhesives including; Tape Runner, Be Creative Tape, Liquid Adhesive (Nuvo/Art Glitter/Connect etc.), Foam Tape/Squares, Apron

Colourized Hippo Frames August 10th with Crystal N

Location: North Store

Date: August 10th

Time: 5:00-7:00

Cost: $28 plus tax

Crystal has been at it again! This time she has Bernice the Hippo enjoying the sunrise on the Savanna.  If you have you always been intimidated by the colorized dies by Tim Holtz, Crystal will help break it down layer by layer, with colour coordinated directions. She will walk you through step-by-step and give you some tips and tricks along the way to make these dies a breeze. We will be inking the background and pairing her with some Lawn Fawn die cut grass to really make her pop out of the frame. You will also be given some accent butterflies to include if you wish. Please note that frame colour may vary depending on availability.  Call the store at 403-455-6772 to register.

“Wonderland” bunny Frame Class with Crystal April 9 pickup

North Store

Date: April 15th

Time: 6:00-8:00pm (zoom)

Cost: $28 plus tax (includes 8x10 frame)

Crystal may have been late with this colorized frame 

but the wait was worth it. In this class, she will transport

 you into a magical world of wonder using many 

Tim Holtz colorized dies.

If you have been intimidated by the colorized dies, 

not to fear, Crystal breaks it down 

layer by layer  with color coordinated instructions. 

To get the same look you will need Distress inks in :

Pumice stone, Vintage Photo, Fired Brick Pine needles

 and Oxides in Seedless Preserves,

 Dusty Concord, Chipped Sapphire. 

Kits will be available for pick up 

at the North Store on April 9th

 but can certainly be sent to the South store. 

Call the North Store at 403-455-6772 to register. There are limited kits available.

Wonderland Bunny frame class with Crystal Aril 9 North or South

 

“Wonderland” bunny frame class Sneak Peek North Store Date: April 15th Time: 6:00-8:00 (Zoom) Cost: $28 plus tax (includes an 8x10 frame) Crystal is late, is late, is late, for a new colorized frame class date! She has almost finished her next colorized frame class creation where she will transport you into a magical world of wonder.  If you have been intimidated by the Tim Holtz colorized dies, not to fear, Crystal breaks it down layer by layer with color coordinated instructions and a picture of the final frame. To get the same look you will need distress inks and oxides which will be listed in the instructions. Kits will be available for pick up at the North store on April 9th but can certainly be transferred to the South Store. Call the North Store at (403) 455-6772 to register. There are limited kits available.

Colorized Zebra Frames Class with Crystal February12

Colorized Zebra Frames Class

Take and make with support

Kit pick-up date:  February 12th at North Store

Date of live support: February 17th

Cost: $25 plus tax

Additional Items needed to complete the class:

• Distress oxide inks in Speckled egg, peacock feathers, and chipped sapphire (Or similar colors for the background)

• Distress inks in pumice stone, antique linen, and fossilized amber (or a light gray and yellow)

• Ink applicator or brush

• Adhesive one with a fine tip applicator is beneficial

Crystal has been at it again! This time she has Winifred the zebra having a snack in the Savanna grasslands. If you have you always been intimidated by the colorized dies by Tim Holtz, Crystal will help break it down layer by layer, with color coordinated step-by-step directions and a copy of the final frame.  She will be available on February 17th at 6:00pm on Microsoft Teams (You can use a free version through any web browser) to help you with putting it together. Please note that frame color may vary depending on availability.  Call the store at 403-455-6772 to register.

Holiday Playtime Colorized Frames Class PU December 12

Kit Pick up Devember 12th 

Cost: $30 plus tax

Many people were asking Crystal to do the 'Tim Holtz Colorized Toy Bag' as a frame so she obliged. 

This kit will include: detailed, colored, layer by layer instructions to complete two frames from start to finish.  

Crystal's secret is to use tweezers, a jewel picker (embellishment tool) and liquid adhesive with a fine time applicator.  

 Inks in the following Distress colors are optional: Fired Brick, Ground Espresso, and Peacock Feathers.  Please note that frame color may vary depending on availability.

  Call the store at 403-455-6772 to register.

Home Decor project with Dianne December 9th

Dianne has one last Christmas project for you!  It makes a great Christmas Gif or decoration for your home! All you need is a glue gun and 15 minutes to assemble the greenery! The rope is included and the tag is approximately 16" tall.  Call the store at 403-455-6772  to reserve your kit to take home! Kits available Wed,  December 9th after 12:00 Cost:$30

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3D Home Decorator Kits in the Warehouse

 

3D Deer Wall art Kit HERE

• Measures HxWxD (cm/in): 74cm x 57cm x 40cm / 29.1" x 22.4" x 15.7"

3D Sloth Kit HERE

This is a large home decor Kit item

• Sloth 32cm x 46cm x 42cm / 12.6" x 18.1" x 16.5"
• Branch 18cm x 20cm x 80cm / 7.1" x 7.9" x 31.5" 

3D Macaw Kit  HERE

Large Home Decor Kit

• Measures HxWxD (cm/in): 65cm x 20cm x 6cm / 25.6" x 7.9" x 2.4"
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3D Kit Table or Floor Fox HERE

Large Decor Kit

• Measures HxWxD (cm/in): 40cm x 24cm x 28cm / 15.7" x 9.45" x 11"

3D Panda Kit HERE

Check out more of these Kits HERE

Make it for yourself, Gift as a kit, or Make and Gift!!

NOTE: We have a huge in store selection

 for immediate sales, as well as unique items available in store only.  When you are shopping our online store, please allow 3-4 business days for your order to be shipped from the warehouse for in store pickup or delivery by mail.  As indicated in the online catalogue, some items may be  pre ordered, with an approximate delivery date, or out of stock.

Click on HERE to shop online today!!

208 3400 14Th st NW Calgary Alberta T2K 1H9 403-455-6772

 (facing Chelsea St) Calgary, Alberta

See google directions HERE

CHRISTMAS FRAMES with DIANNE November 28

 

Dianne has once again created the annual Christmas frames for all those of you who have been waiting! Come join us IN THE CLASSROOM or TAKE HOME KITS will be ready for pickup. Take home kits will have full colour photos and instructions!   3 frames complete for $36! These are great to give as homemade gifts! DATE: Saturday, November 28th at 10:30 Cost:$36 Please call the store at 403-455-6772 to reserve a kit or a class spot! ‌

Resin Pour Class with Crystal December 5th

Date: December 5th

Session 1: 10:30-12:00

Session 2: 1:00-2:30

Cost: $50 plus tax

The first resin pour class was a smashing hit, so Crystal is running a second version using warm tones. Crystal will provide almost all of the supplies you need to complete an 8”x10” canvas. You will need a pair of rubber or vinyl gloves and can bring any small found objects you may want to add to your creations. Please note, the projects will need to stay at the store until Monday to allow the resin time to harden. Final results will vary. Call the store to reserve your spot at 403-455-6772. There are only 12 spots total so don’t delay.