Calendar

MAY - JUNE - JULY CLASSES
As many of the classes are class only events and numbers are limited we do ask if you would please pay when you book.  If this presents an issue please do not hesitate to discuss and we will see what we can offer.  We are offering a payment plan for Jo Firth Young’s classes if required, but would like all payments to be finalised mid June.
 

SAT 25th May - Lisa's Piatek Happy Birthday Cards
FRI 31th May - Karen's Alice in Wonderland Cover
SAT 1st June - Karen's Alice in Wonderland Cover - Booked Out
SAT 8th June - Dawn's Beginner Art Resin Class
SAT 15th June - Dawn's Beginner Art Resin Class - Booked Out
SAT 22nd June - Lisa's Piatek Awakening Card Class
SUN 23rd June - Lisa's Voyage Book
MON 24th June - Lisa's Voyage Book
SAT 29th June - Niamh's Art Journaling for Everyone
SAT 6th July - Lisa's Card Class Stamperia Provence Cards

FRIDAY 12th, SATURDAY 13th, SUNDAY 14th JULY- JOFY - Jo Firth Young from Paperartsy!
SATURDAY 20th July - Lisa's Card Class TO BE ADVISED
SATURDAY 27th July - Karen's Mixed Media for Beginners

Karen and Niamh have some great ideas on display instore for your consideration for future classes, ensure you check them out and let the staff know if you maybe
interested in attending a class.  No commitment, just an expression of interest.
LISA'S PIATEK - HAPPY BIRTHDAY CARD CLASS
SATURDAY 25TH MAY    9AM    $50
Lisa has created 10 cute Birthday cards using the Piatek Happy Birthday 6x6 Paper Pad.  These cards are very cute with their little party Bears, Panda's, Cats and Kids.  If you would like to book into this class, please call the store on 64273972 to secure your space. Cost of the class is $50.00, kits are also available.
KAREN'S ALICE IN WONDERLAND MIXED MEDIA COVER
FRIDAY 31ST MAY    9.30AM      $35.      Limited Spaces
SATURDAY 1ST JUNE - BOOKED OUT
This mixed media cover can be used a variety of ways, such as a cover for your art journaling, or a notepad, or a monthly planner.   You will learn how to use Stamperia Rice Papers, Stone Paper, paints, sprays, stamps and more.   
DAWN'S ART RESIN CLASS
SATURDAY 8TH  JUNE.      10AM             $100
SATURDAY 15TH. JUNE   -   BOOKED OUT
If you have ever wanted to try your hand with Art Resin, now is your chance!!  In this class you will learn the basics of resin pouring. You will complete a 40cm round board and have a choice of a great range of colours and mediums to choose from.  Class numbers are limited to 4 people to ensure Dawn can provide everyone the necessary attention.  The class will take approximately 3 hours. To secure your space, please call the shop on 64273972. All materials are included in the cost of the class. Come and have fun pouring Resin, it’s sticky and colourful and it is very addictive. (PLEASE NOTE: your completed board will be available for collection from the shop 24 hours after your class - the resin needs time to set prior to being moved).
LISA'S PIATEK AWAKENING CARD CLASS
SATURDAY 22ND JUNE.       9AM            $50
Lisa has created 10 beautiful cards using the Piatek Awakening paper collection.  The very soft pinks, greens and greys make a really beautiful collection of Birthday cards.  Kits will  be available after the class.
LISA'S VOYAGE BOOK 
SUNDAY 23RD JUNE. 10AM.         $75
MONDAY 24TH JUNE.  9AM           $75
Lisa's Alice Book was so popular she decided to make another one using a different theme. Lisa has used the Stamperia Voyage Paper Collection to make the two books.  There are loads of details that Lisa has combined to make these books into a beautiful keepsake for generations to come, they would make a great gift for a man, or great idea to show off travel photos.  This is a class only project and bookings need to be finalised by the  close of business Tuesday 11th June, to ensure Lisa has time to prepare the kits.
NIAMH'S ART JOURNALING FOR EVERYONE
SATURDAY 29TH JUNE      10AM          $100
INCLUDES A 6x6 ART JOURNAL FOR YOU TO WORK IN

This class will take you through the how's and whys of Art Journaling and covers a huge variety of different journaling techniques, tips and tricks. It is suitable for a complete beginner or someone who has been journaling for years and needs an inspiration boost. Over the course of the day you will create at least 6 spreads in your journal including cutting paper, lacework, magazine collage and making art dolls, abstract mark making, using stencils, creating layers and windows and much more. Each technique can also be applied to card making, scrapbooking and off the page projects giving you lots more creative outlets.
JO FIRTH-YOUNG    -   FRESCO FIESTA
FRIDAY 12TH JULY     10AM    $120
In this workshop you will explore the possibilities of PaperArtsy's fabulous Fresco Finish paints.  You will work with these versatile chalk acrylic paints on a range of different surfaces and in a variety of ways.  The created samples will form into a book (junk journal) which will be constructed in the class as well.   
We are currently collecting used envelopes to use in this class, but if you have a selection of junk mail/used envelopes of your own they would also be appreciated.
 
JO FIRTH-YOUNG     NATURE BLOCKS
SATURDAY 13TH JULY     10AM       $120
In this workshop you will create a triptych of nature inspired wood blocks.  You will be able to choose your colour scheme and decorate all sides of the blocks using existing and newly released JOFY stamps and stencils in conjuntion with the fabulous PaperArtsy Fresco Finish paints.  Jo will pass on many tips and techniques how to create and colour using the chalk paints to create  a 3D work of art........
 
JO FIRTH-YOUNG       FLORAL FLOURISH
SUNDAY 14TH JULY     10AM       $120
In this workshop you will create a double ombre journal page or a double canvas board.  The canvas board can be converted into a book cover if you wish.  You start by creating an ombre painted background and then add further layers of freestyle doodling, stencilling and stamping, once again gaining great knowledge how to create using PaperArtsy Fresco Finish paints and newly released JOFY stamps that wont be released to the rest of the world until August.  Jo will include some of her old favourite stamps as well.  
JOFY WORKSHOPS
Please remember as numbers are limited in each class we would appreciate payment when booking.  If you are unable to complete payment on booking please discuss with Bev and we can arrange a payment plan.  We do however need all payments to be finalised by Close of Business on Monday 17th June.  If for some reason you have paid and you are unable to attend, as we are committed to Jo and the kits are organised prior unless we are able to fill your space your payment will be forfeited.
In Jo's classes you are offered a great selection of stamps, stencils, paints and mediums.  No one will complete exactly the same piece, you will complete the same techniques but you will have a variety of product to choose from.  A wonderful opportunity to learn from a great designer.
KAREN'S MIXED MEDIA FOR BEGINNERS
SATURDAY 27TH JULY      9.30AM       $50

If you have ever wanted to play and create with the huge range of Mixed Media products, and your not sure where to start.... this is the class for you!! 
Over the day you will learn about the different how's and why's of the different pastes and glues. How to achieve different looks with different paints, sprays and inks. How to use molds, clay and stencils and how to layer your items to create a pleasing art piece.  
The photos are only an indication of what can be created.  Karen will show you the techniques and then you will be allowed to create using a great range of product.
We are asking you to bring any items you may like to include on your art piece, ie: Lace, ribbons, bottle tops, old chipboard, flowers, beads, metal items like - nuts, little bolts, springs, washers, old keys, mini locks, zip whatever you think, don't worry about what colour your items are, as you will be covering and altering everything.  
Numbers in this class is limited to 6 people, so book early to avoid disappointment.