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September Classes 2012
September Highlights:
1. We will be hosting Friday Night Crops on Friday night September 14th and Friday night September 28th. These will be held from 5-11pm and cost $10. Jo will be hosting the 14th crop and Kristen the 28th crop.
2. Our NEW class "WHIMterest" will be held every Thursday night in September from 6-7:30pm. This new class (formally our Creative Cafe) is helping our customers stretch their creativity into fun new directions. Watch your email and our blog each week for specific class information.
3. We will be open on Sunday, September 9th from Noon-4pm for an AMAZING "Ideaology Sale". Don't miss this great opportunity to get these great products on sale.
4. The AWESOME Donna Downey will be here September 21st and 22nd teaching 3 great classes.
"She is Strength" 6"x18" Poppy Collage Mixed Media Canvas
Date: Friday, September 21st
Time:6-9pm
Cost: $55
This workshop is designed to guide you through the multi-layers building of creating an original mixed-media canvas 6”x18”. By using mixed media tags, modeling paste, gesso, tapes, fabric and paper elements each layer will lead you closer to creating a textural and beautiful piece of artwork celebrating strength and beauty. By keeping our color palette simple, using lots of dimensional elements and several simple techniques for applying texture you will tap into that inner artist and watch your blank canvas transform into an amazing collage. Please bring: Helmar 450 Quick dry or other quick dry adhesive, gel medium, light modeling paste, white gesso, light turquoise/dark turquoise/neutral gray acrylic paint, 1” flat paintbrush, 1 foam brush, rag or towel for messes, apron, water container for brush, spray or misting bottle for water, heat gun (very important).
Inspiration Journal - "Layered Composition"
Mixed Media/Art Journaling
Date: Saturday, September 22nd
Time: 10am-4pm
Cost: $80
If you have taken your first steps into art journaling (inspiration journal: creating a visual diary) and/or are looking to take your pages to the next level, this is the workshop for you. Learn more about building layers, using mediums, stencils, india inks, acrylic paints, watercolors, papers, tapes and more. Art is about pushing boundaries and making a statement. This workshop is designed to empower you to listen to your creative instincts and teach you how to layer color, texture and your artistic personality into your journal pages. You will also learn tips and techniques about freehand drawing, adding details as well as composition and balance. Please bring: scissors, assorted acrylic paint colors, assorted brushes, stencils, favorite stamps, white gesso, gel medium, quick dry adhesive, black permanent ink pad, masking or decorative tape, old cut up magazines, fabric and paper scraps, charcoal pencil, old book that can be torn for book text, baby wipes, old towel, heat gun, water cup, spray bottle, apron.
"Pan Pastel" From The Heart
Date: Saturday, September 22nd
Time: 6-9pm
Cost: $65
Art is a measure of passion and creativity. Expressing yourself through color and design comes from the heart. Opening yourself up to the creative process can be a bit intimidating, but could very well change your life. This workshop is designed as an introduction for beginners as well as to challenge the seasoned artist. As students, you will explore and enjoy creating visual depth; adding bold color and texture to your mixed-media art pieces. Please bring: Black Stazon, Workable fixative (Krylon), paper towel, apron, gel medium, favorite word stamps and/or large alphabets.
Whim So Doodle September Classes
Telling The Story
Teacher: Lynnette DeBolt
Date: Tuesday, September 4th
Time: 6-8pm
Cost: $15
OFFERED AGAIN ON
Date: Tuesday, September 18th
10am-Noon
Cost: $15
Lynnette will center this class on creative writing techniques for scrappers. She will give you several creative tips for creating titles and telling your story through your scrapbook pages.
Fiberlicious Fiona
Teacher: Karrie Klement
Date: Wednesday, September 5th
Time: 1-3pm
Cost: $18
Come and play with all sorts of yarn and fabrics and stamps! We are making Fiona, a fun hanging plaque that is great for gift giving. Price includes all supplies.
Recipe Club
Teacher: Lynnette DeBolt
Date: Thursday, September 6th
Time: 6-8pm
Cost: $5
At the meeting you will get a pre-cut kit to create a 6x6" scrapbook page designed around that months spotlight recipe and get to taste a sample of the recipe. Each month one club member will have the chance to be the guest chief and share their own recipe with the club. At the end of the year you will have 11 new recipes to cook for your friends and family!
Basic Gray Page of the Month
Teacher: Rotating
Date: Thursday, September 6th
Time: 6-8pm
Cost $20
Travel Memories Journal
Teacher: Kelly Boyden
Date: Saturday, September 8th
Time: 9:30am-1pm
Cost: $40
Learn how to sew a Journal from paper and sticky back canvas. We will be using the fabulous “Abroad” travel papers by Studio Calico, along with fun embellishments, tags, a postcard and stamped journaling spots. Just the right size to take along with you on your next trip and work on as you travel or use it to document a previous vacation. This mini is easy to make and so much fun too. Note: Some items in class kit may vary slightly. What to bring: paper trimmer, precision scissors, adhesives: red tape, tape runner, Fabric-tac, Glue n Seal, Crop-a-Dile, brayer, sanding tool, corner rounder, tiny attacher, scoring tool, bone folder, pencil, eraser and ruler.
Copic Basic – Flowers Series 4 Pretty Posies
Teacher: Liz Thogersen Ahrens
Date: Saturday, September 8th
Time: 10am-Noon
Cost:$12
OFFERED AGAIN ON
Tuesday, September 11th
Time: 6-8pm
Cost: $12
Copic Basic class is designed to teach you the pertinent information on how to properly use your Copic Markers. Liz brings a new technique to this class…and look at the fabulous Penny Black Images you will be using for your designs. In this class, we’ll focus on the Violet or Red Violet shades for these fabulous pretty posies. What to bring: V01, 12, 15, 17, YG13, 67 and colorless blender in addition to your regular card making took kit to include your paper trimmer, scissors, adhesives and pop dots.
Copic – The Next Level Series: Class 3 - How to color foliage/rocks/ground
Teacher: Liz Thogersen Ahrens
Date: Saturday, September 8th
Time: 1-3pm
Cost: $20
OFFERED AGAIN ON
Tuesday, September 18th
Time: 6-8pm
Cost: $20
Liz will be teaching the Copic Coloring Guide, Level 2: Nature. Each class will consist of several chapters from this fabulous book. Each month, you will know what will be covered and what markers you should have for the class. You will receive printed images from the CD that is included in the book as well as instructor guided instructions for each. You will have the option of gathering your completed images in beautiful cinch bound binder (included in the class) for your reference or creating cards as you go along. Prerequisite: you must own and bring to each class the Copic Coloring Guide Level 2: Nature, published by Annie’s Attic. These are available at Whim So Doodle for your shopping pleasure. Please call the store and purchase your copy before you come to class. What to bring: All your Copic markers, to include BG11, BG93, E13, E17, E30, E42, E43, G29, G82, G85, N1, N3, N5, R22, YG21, YG23, YG25, YG63, YG67
tag.o.logy
Teacher: Jill Orobello
Date: Tuesday, September 11th
Time: 6-7:30pm
Cost: $10
Tim Holtz tags throughout the year. You don’t have to wait for Christmas anymore. Join us each month for a new tag featuring a creative new Tim Holtz Design. This is a workshop format class and self-directed. Please bring you own distress inks and other consumable supplies. We will provide the stamps or die cuts that he uses each month. This class will be the second Tuesday of each month for the next 12 months.
Adding the Details
Teacher: Lynnette DeBolt
Date: Tuesday, September 11th
Time: 6-8pm
Cost: $15
OFFERED AGAIN ON
Tuesday, September 25th
Time: 10am-Noon
Cost: $15
In this class Lynnette will show you how to add those finishing touches to your page with embellishments, die cuts, punches, ribbons, textures & dimensions. This class will enhance your layouts to the next level.
End of Summer Watercolor Cards
Teacher: Liz Thogersen Ahrens
Date: Thursday, September 13th
Time: 6-8pm
Cost: $20
OFFERED AGAIN ON
Saturday, September 15th
Time: 10am-Noon
Cost: $20
You asked for it…join in and learn a different way to use your Tim Holtz Distress Markers and ink pads. Water coloring with these inks is so much fun. The End of Summer series of cards uses new stamps from Impression Obsession and are just too cute to put in envelopes! You’ll be able to use Tim Holtz easel die and make individual pieces of art for your home or share you cards with loved ones. What to bring: Your collection of Tim Holtz distress markers and/or your collection of Tim Holtz distress inks. I have used all the newest colors of ink pads in my samples and will share them with those of you that do not have your own. (Markers will not be provided); tape, scissors, paper trimmer.
Introduction To Mixed Media
Art Journal Personal Mapmaking, Class 5
Teacher: Terry Getz
Date: Saturday, September 15th
Time: 2-4pm
Cost: $10
Our Intro to Mixed Media through the format of a watercolor art journal continues as we explore personal mapmaking, through visual art and language. Using iconic and personal symbols we will draw, collage and watercolor a unique map. All foundation techniques learned in class translate to canvas or other paper projects and our emphasis is on individual self-expression. Supplies for Basic Tool Kit: Journal: 9x12 Canson Montval Field All Media sketchbook with 90# cold press watercolor paper, Watercolor: Loew Cornell Watercolor tubes, set of 12 or similar tube watercolor paint, Matte Medium OR Mod Podge Matte Finish, Paint Brush: Assortment of medium size to one wide or large size, Crayons: Box of 16 Crayola, Glue stick: Any good glue stick, any size, Scissors: Any good paper scissor, Pencil: A standard #2 graphite , Pencil sharpener: standard inexpensive is fine, Marker: Any permanent marker in black, fine or extra fine point, Ruler, Expired credit card or used gift card, Magazines, junk mail, scrapbooking paper for collage making, white gel pen.
Scrapbook Basics
Teacher: Lynnette DeBolt
Date: Saturday, September 15th
Time: 10am-Noon
Cost: $15
Learn basic tools & adhesives, how to organize photos, matting techniques to spotlight photos and page layouts.
Fabulous Florals
Teacher: Lynnette DeBolt
Date: Tuesday, September 18th
Time: 6-8pm
Cost: $10
Each month you will make flowers out of different materials. These flowers can be used on pages, pictures or as an accessory. So much fun!
Beginning Quilting: Quilting for Busy People
Teacher: Alberta Dalke
Dates: Tuesdays, September 18th, 25th and October 2nd and 9th
Time: 6-8pm
Cost: $100 (for 4 classes)
This is a beginning quilting class, where you will make a finished 36 X 45" quilt. Learn how to rotary cut fabrics, learn how to make quilt blocks, chain, layer batting and finishing your piece. Supply list:Fabric for the top will be supplied as part of the class however you will later need to provide fabric for the back of the quilt as well as the batting. In class we will have options for purchasing these supplies. The cost for these 2 items will probably run another 20 to 25 dollars. The instructor for the class will be able to provide all supplies needed. This should help any of you who want to try a new project. If you already own any of these, feel free to bring your own: Rotary cutter, Cutting mat, Ruler, Pins, Safety pins, Seam Ripper
Stamping Card Class
Teacher: Kathy Logan
Date: Saturday, September 29th
Time: 10am-Noon
Cost:$20
Stamping Card Class to create four "Cute and Fun" projects using Hero Arts, Technique Tuesday and Unity stamps. Coordinated with a variety of decorative designer paper. Learn a variety of techniques and see what beautiful cards you can make with ink, stamps, paper and a few embellishments! What to bring - Assorted adhesives (wet, dry, Redline Tape/Scor-Tape, foam pop dots and glue dots), bone folder, scissors, ruler, paper trimmer and tweezers.
“Oh So Routine Life” Mini Book
Teacher: Mou Saha
Date: Saturday, September 29th
Time: Noon - 2pm
Cost:$40
We scrap events, we scrap vacations, we even scrap relations... but when it comes to the routine life, most of us lose interest. If you are like me you might find documenting life day-to-day a bit too overwhelming. But it would be nice and real if we recorded bits and pieces of what drives us every day- what we like, don't like, can't help, etc. We'll make a mini book just for that in this class while learning cool ways to make our own washi tapes, color resists, etc. I'll bring the papers, glassine, tapes, fabric, tags, threads, stencils, diecuts, etc. and gelatos and stamps for class use. You bring the basic supplies listed. And we will have fun! What to bring: Bone folder, Embroidery needle, Paint brush, Jet Black Archival/ StazOn inkpad, Acrylic paints in various colors, Dry adhesive, Faber Castell stamper's big brush pen: Scarlet Red 118 and Cobalt Turquoise 153, or you could bring your favorite shades, Black ultrafine tipped permanent marker (Sharpie works well), White pen (like Signo Uniball or Sharpie
“Autumn Hangar” Teacher: Mou Saha
Date: Saturday, September 29th
Time: 2-4pm
Cost:$45
Welcome autumn to your home with this delightful decor using canvas panels, fabric, beads, buttons, tissue, paint, paper and more while learning techniques of creating visual depth with paints, how to make flowers with fabric and paper, making your own textured trims, etc. I'll bring the panels, papers, fabric, threads, beads, buttons, diecuts, etc. You bring the basic supplies listed. And we will have fun! What to bring: Paint brush, 1 flat and 1 medium, Acrylic paints: black, red, orange, blue, green (I used Claudine Hellmuth Studio Modern Red, Liquitex Basics Cadmium Orange, Light Blue-if you have different shades, that will work too), Ranger Adirondack Distress Stain: Forest Moss (If you have a different green alcohol ink/ color wash/ distress stain/ reinker, that will do), Dr. Ph. Martin's Bombay India Ink: Magenta (bottles with droppers), Craft mat if you have one already, Embroidery needle, Strong adhesive, Black ultrafine tipped permanent marker (Sharpie works well), Baby wipes , Crop-a-dile/ Big Bite if you have one already.
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