Saturday, January 23, 2016

February Classes and Happenings!

Sooooo...anyone out there have Cabin Fever yet?? Or feeling a little "Love" in the air??? If so, Artsy has your solution and has fixed you up with an AMAZING lineup of classes and PARTIES in February!!!  Check them all out below and remember you receive a 10% DISCOUNT on your entire regular price purchase the day of class!  OHHHH - and we can't forget to tell you that we've brought back the BUY 3 CLASSES GET ONE FREE Special this month!!  Yep - purchase 3 classes and you get to play with Patsy for FREE on the 29th!!  Don't delay in getting registered though...a couple have classes with limits (like the Frosted Card Party) and we wouldn't want you to be left out.  Call us now at 970-613-1631 to reserve your seats. 
We can't wait to see you soon! 


DISTRESS INK TECHNIQUES:  These magic pads can create a lot of diverse looks and Distress Inks are truly the “in” thing these days! Come in and learn at least 7 techniques and take home instruction tags for all 7.  Bring your basic kit to class.   With Patsy on Tuesday, 2/2 from 2-4.  $30

SAYONARA DOLLS:  What a clever little idea!  It’s the perfect ‘wrapping’ for gifting a Flash Drive with photos, or a little chocolate bar or other little sweet treat!  Just in time for Valentine’s Day!!  Bring your basic kit to class. With Donna on Wednesday, 2/3 from 10:30-12:30.  $6

GERMAN SCRAP CARDS & TAGS: "German Scrap" is a traditional foiled paper cut into various shapes -- such as vintage lace, crowns, wings, keys, hinges, et cetera. It was not self-adhesive and had to be glued on as ephemera. It is also known as Dresden Scrap or Dresden Paper.  It has a Victorian era connection and was used prior to home die cut machines.  Using Prima "Color Bloom" spray mists, we will create the foiled-like paper and then cut into die shapes.  Class includes two cards and two tags.  The tags can be recut and mounted into cards at home if you like.  Also included are four envelopes made using the Envelope Punch Board and quality text-weight paper.  Scotch tacky (white) glue with fine point applicator tip is required and you can purchase these up in the store that day if you don’t have one already.  Students will take home a few extra pieces of German Scrap for future projects.  Bring your basic kit to class.  With Cherri on Thursday, 2/4 from 2-4:30.  4/$14

TAGS (& BLOCKS) VALENTINE’S DAY:  It’s truly a toss-up as to which of these tags you’ll opt to make at class – BOTH focus on love, but with two different tones!  Both – simply beautiful and offer great textures!!  Bring your basic kit to class.  With Grace on Thursday, 2/4 from 6-8    $15

ALCOHOL INK TECHNIQUES:  Little tiny bottles of ink can make fabulous backgrounds when you learn how to use them.  Bring your basic kit to class.    With Patsy on Friday, 2/5 from 10:30-12:30.  $30

FROSTED CARD PARTY!! (Mother/Daughter/Princess):  Forget those winter blues with this fabulous little party focused on a “Frosted” theme (cuz Frozen was already taken – plus the paper collection we’ll use is called “Frosted”!!).  We’d like to invite mothers and daughters (ages 6 and older) to attend as a team or individually – cuz you’re either a mother or a daughter or both!!!  We’ll make two very special cards that will also teach you a few simple tricks and techniques, plus you’ll learn how to make an awesome Snowman Treat Bag and receive the contents for the snowman too!  You’ll also enjoy special music, Frosted treats, snacks, and beverages included with this party.   “Frozen” costumes are welcome if you or your little princess have one – but regardless, I promise you’ll leave feeling and looking like a Princess!! BRING YOUR BASIC KIT TO CLASS!!  With Becki 2/6 from 1-4pm.  Seating is limited to 20. 
  • 1 Adult (+ 1 Child 6-12 yrs) $20, includes 1 set of cards and party for both. 
  • Additional child (6-12 yrs) $10 ea, includes set of cards and party. 
  • 2 Adults $30, includes 2 sets of cards and party for both.  
  • You can attend individually as well for $20. 


 
$1 CARDS ON SUPER BOWL SUNDAY!:  Make your plans now to spend your Super Bowl pre-game afternoon at ARTSY with one of our most favorite things - $1 Cards!  We will have at least 6 new and different designs you can create for only $1 EACH!  Feel free to make as many as you like…but we need to ask you to please call ahead to reserve a time slot (970-613-1631).  In the past, we’ve had 30 people arrive at about the same time for this fun event and we didn’t have enough seating for everyone.  Making a reservation ahead of time will ensure YOU have the most positive and fun experience – and you’ll get to make the cards YOU want!   Bring your basic kit and adhesives with you as only the card supplies will be provided.  On Sunday, 2/7 from  12:30-3pm   $1/card

TEENY, TINY CARDS:  We’re going to ink and die cut and stamp and create these cute little cards.  To those of you skeptics out there, don’t let the size fool you!  Big impact comes out of small things and we know Patsy has a loyal following with this fun class.  Don’t wait any longer to see what you’ve been missing – get registered today!  Bring your basic kit to class.  With Patsy on Tuesday, 2/9 from 1-2:30    $7

KOKESHI DOLLS CARDS:  These cards have such a lovely and striking Oriental look and feel!  You will be amazed with all the ways you can use this traditional folding technique.  Bring your basic kit to class. With Donna on Wednesday, 2/10 from 10:30-12:30.  2/$10

PRIMARY ELEMENTS MICA POWDERS TECHNIQUES:  Beautiful little powders glittering in a pot.  What happens when you open them and start playing?  Come find out!  Bring your basic kit to class.    With Julia on Thursday, 2/11 from 2-4     $15

ST PAT’S CARDS:  Get a head start on your St Patrick’s Day greetings with this totally Irish-themed card class!  Bring your basic kit to class. With Marsha on Friday, 2/12 from 1:30-3:30   OR  Wednesday, 2/24 from 10:30-12:30    4/$15

WATERCOLOR PENCIL DEMO:  The new Prima Watercolor Pencils have beautifully grouped sets of colors.  Come to this demo and learn multiple ways to apply these rich pencil colors to your art.  Time permitting ... Cherri will have ATC size cards stamped so you can dabble with coloring for a few minutes in between demos every half hour.  Samples will be available in the store prior to the demo.  One little pearl of wisdom or trick ... could just make your day!  With Cherri on Saturday, 2/13 from 10:30-12:30.  FREE!

G45 JANUARY BOX ALBUM:  Grace has returned this month with her G45 January Box Album!  This beautiful wintery themed photo album will simply melt your winter blues away.  You’ll learn how to create, assemble, and embellish this album from plain chipboard to 3-dimensional art all in one day!  Bring your basic kit to class.  With Grace on Saturday, 2/13 from 9-4:30.  $49  

EMBOSS RESIST CARDS:  We’ll bet you have either forgotten about or never learned this amazing little technique!  So simple, yet so very striking!!  Bring your basic kit to class.  With Patsy on Tuesday 2/16 from 1:30-3:30    4/$10
 
NORTHWOODS ANIMALS:  Whether you’re a Northwood stamps fan or not, you simply can’t help but fall in love with this simple and traditional animal design!   Bring your basic kit to class.  With Marsha on Thursday, 2/18 from 1-3    $8
 
STEAMPUNK TIMEKEEPER ALBUM:  Denise is back to share her incredible talent in this beautifully designed vintage distressed photo album with a steampunk feel.  Filled with many, many techniques and tricks, you’ll learn how to create, assemble, and embellish this album from start to finish in this 2-PART class!  Bring your basic kit to class.  With Denise on Friday, 2/19 (Part 1) from 6-9 and Saturday, 2/20 (Part 2) from 9-4.    $70

SISTERHOOD OF THE TRAVELING SCRAP JOURNAL MENTORING CLUB:  Group uses participants’ favorite materials and supplies -- your journal can be any size, shape, theme or color you want it to be. Techniques begin with outside covers, followed with inside paper architecture, pretty journal and feature page designs.  Each session will include individual mentoring, design and assembly assistance from Cherri.  Please note:  ‘sisters’ provide all of their own supplies.  Fee payable directly to instructor $21 at first and fourth sessions.  Please see samples at the store and talk to Cherri before signing up for more detailed information; her number is available from Artsy. UHU glue sticks required!  With Cherri on 4 Sunday afternoon sessions remaining at $7 each on Feb 21 & 28, Mar 13 & 20  from 12:30 - 3:00p
 
BIRTHDAY STEP CARDS:  What a fun and unique idea to use with your next round of cards!  This step-card uses a special die to create that tiered look and fold.  The creations you’ll unleash are endless!  AND the best part about this class is that it INCLUDES the die to make it – you take it home!!   Bring your basic kit with you to class.  With Patsy on Tuesday, 2/23 from 1-3.     $35

PAINT, STAIN, AND MARKERS CARDS:  Talk about getting a real bang for your buck – you’ll hit the jackpot with this class!  Learn several simple yet highly effective techniques using paints, stains, and markers.  This is a great class for beginners as well as for seasoned papercrafters!  Bring your basic kit to class.  With Sue on Thursday, 2/25 from 1-3.  4/$10
 
EASTER BOX CARD:  Who can resist this adorable little bunny and his fuzzy little friends?!?!?  Even if you’ve learned this box card technique in the past, you’ll want to hop on in to join in this Easter Bunny fun!  And yes….you CAN mail it!  With Diane on Friday, 2/26 from 1-3    $10

 G45 JAN/FEB/MAR CALENDAR LAYOUTS:  For all of you scrapbookers out there...this is a gem of a class that gets you started with a full year of calendar-focused layouts.  It's a unitque idea and will certainly give your scrapbooks that little twist you've been looking for!  Bring your basic kit to class.  With Julia on Saturday, 2/27 from 10:30-12:30    $25

LEAP YEAR SPECIAL CLASS:   It’s back!!!  Buy 3 classes this month and get THIS special class FREE!!!  Yep – buy ANY 3 classes in the month of February and you get to play with Patsy for FREE at this class featuring a super cute "I Love Snowmen" Banner!!!  Isn't it simply darling????  BRING your basic kit to class.  With Patsy on Monday, 2/29 from 6-8pm.  FREE with purchase of 3 February classes!!  Or $15 if purchased separately.