Saturday, December 21, 2019

Janauary 2020



ARTSY’S JANUARY CLASS DESCRIPTIONS 
(10% Discount on Entire Regular-Price Purchase day of class!!)  

NEW YEAR'S DAY $1 CARDS:   This was always such a popular event, so we are bringing it back to kick off 2020! The store would normally be closed on this holiday, but we’re opening up from Noon-3pm for all your shopping needs AND for Dollar Card Day! Call the store in advance to sign up for your favorite time slot – several will be available to help us stage the demand.   It’s a great time to catch up on making a few cards to have on hand for those last-minute needs. We will have 5 or 6 beautiful and awesome designs to create!  Bring your basic kit with you as adhesives, etc are not supplied. With Patsy on Wednesday, 1/1 from Noon-3pm.  Only $1 per card made. 


PLAY DAYS AT ARTSY:  Whaaaat????? FREE play days in your Happy Place? YEP!!  True story.   We’ve opened up our classroom tables on certain days so you really spread out and work on that “UFO” (UnFinished Object).  OR, if you wanna acquire some new toys at Artsy and then break into them immediately and be creative, then this time is for you!  We’ve added extra dates this month so you can bring in your newly acquired crafting toys (that Santa brought you!) and projects and enjoy some non-interrupted time to play – or simply be creative with other people.  Bring a friend or two and play in the Artsy Classroom.  Play Days have caught on in the last few months so plan now to come in on one or all EIGHT dates in January from 10am-5pm each day (Noon-4pm on Sundays).  Bring your basic kit with you as supplies are not included, but you can purchase anything while you’re there – that’s also one of the best perks about play days at Artsy.  Thursday 1/2, Tuesday 1/7, Sunday 1/12, Tuesday 1/14, Sunday 1/19, Tuesday 1/21, Thursday 1/23, and Wednesday 1/29 from 10am-5pm each day (except on Sundays which are Noon-4pm).   FREE!  No reservations necessary, just bring your stuff and settle in for the day.

MIDNIGHT GARDEN ALBUM:  It’s been a while since Denise has brought an album class to Artsy so we know it will fill up fast!  Create this beautiful photo album in this 2-part class that will leave you with the perfect gift for an upcoming occasion or something that you can enjoy for yourself!  Bring your basic kit to class.  With Denise on Friday, 1/3 from 5-9pm AND Saturday, 1/4 from 9am-5pm.  $75

LAWN FAWN WINTER CARDS:  These Winter cards will surely NOT disappoint. You will learn how to use the Flippin’ Awesome die and some of the NEW Lawn Fawn release.  Julia is still waiting for the new Lawn Fawn items for this class to arrive so stay tuned and check the Blog again soon for that photo to be added to description.  Bring your basic kit to class.  With Julia on Wednesday, 1/8 from 10:30m-2pm.  $24
CLASS BEING RESCHEDULED TO FEBRUARY
*Image Coming Soon!*



ART IMPRESSIONS GREETING CARDS:  Come create a set of 3 beautiful watercolor-looking wreaths using Tombow markers and various Art Impressions’ unique floral stamps.  From blank page to end result, you’ll make these cards and learn the technique to make more at home.  Various sentiments will be available to suit your card giving needs.  (Imagine gifting a card set of these beauties!) Bring your basic kit. All other supplies provided.  With Teresa Redmond-Ott on Thursday, 1/9 from 11:30am-2:30pm.  3/$27


ALL DAY CROP!:  Join Patsy and the crew for some exclusive creative time where you can tap into their idea pool to get some helpful tips and tricks with your unfinished projects. You bring your project supplies and basic kit and they will provide the space - plus a lot of giggles!  A delicious Lunch is also included in this All Day Crop event.  Advanced Registration is required to plan for the lunch and to allow for ample table space.  With Patsy and the crew on Saturday 1/11 from 10am-5pm.  $15 includes lunch.



EMBROIDERY ON PAPER:  If you haven’t tried this cool technique on paper yet, you are missing the boat!  Punch a design, stitch the pattern and create a card.  It’s easier than it looks!  Plus, it’s the perfect little surprise element to add texture to your cards or scrapbook pages.  This month’s class will get you started on that extra special Valentine’s Day card!  Bring your basic kit to class.  With Patsy on Wednesday, 1/15 from 10am-Noon.  $8


BLACK & WHITE CARDS:  Basic black and white work for every occasion. You’ll make 5 cards and take home lots of body parts to create more! Touches of color will make your cards pop.  Bring your basic kit to class.  With Patsy on Thursday, 11/21 from 10:30am-Noon.  $10




MAGNETIC SHADOW BOX - WINTER:  This class focuses on a beautiful winter theme with gorgeous blues and snowy whites!  Please bring your basic tool kit, pop-dots and glue dots along. Patsy has magnetic shadow boxes available at an additional cost if this is your first seasonal shadow box class. With Marsha on Friday, 1/17 from 12:30-3:30pm.  $22 (+ cost of shadowbox if needed). 


GEL PLATE PARTY:  Using a Gel Plate is a really fun addicting method of print making. Every print is unique. The first half of class you will learn to make prints, try different types of paper and methods of printing, including a packing tape transfer. The second half of class we will make some cards using the prints you just made. This class is great fun for beginners or experienced printmakers. Class requires you to bring a gel plate and brayer with you as well as your basic kit.  All other supplies are provided.  With Julia on Saturday, 1/18 from 11am-2pm.  $25


ELIZABETH CRAFT CRITTER CARDS:  These critters are SO cute you will have to have them all, just like Julia! In this class you will get to pick 3 critters to make. Lions, tigers and bears, oh my! Dog or cat or even a parrot. Prefer elephant, monkey or giraffe?? Well, you get to choose 3 of your favorites.  Bring your basic kit to class.  With Julia on Wednesday, 1/22 from 10:30m-2pm.  3/$24


EMERALD CITY “BOX”:  Grace’s creativity never ceases to amaze us and we know you’ll be blown away by this one too!  For all of you Wizard of Oz fans, get registered for this one.  Its structural design is unique and certainly gets you thinking of the majestic Emerald City.  It will actually house 2 coordinating mini albums that will be offered in a separate class most likely in February.   Bring your basic kit to class. With Grace on Saturday, 1/25 from 9am-4pm.  $50 (structure only)


LITTLE SISTERS ART JOURNALING (PART 1 OF 5):  Little Sisters is an ongoing class with two openings. This class is scheduled on Saturdays from 10am-1pm on 5 dates, Jan 25, Feb 8, Feb 22, Mar 7, Mar 21 and is not recommended for beginners, and a previous class with Cherri or art journaling experience is required.  There are five sessions and all supplies included in the price.  This year's project "Steampunk in a Box" featuring Steampunk paper by Stamperia.  There are three 7x5" art boards, a decorated Graphic 45 box, and an accordion style journal with six pages front and back.  The journal page fronts feature 3-D style cut-outs, and the backs include a collage with an inspirational quote.  The first two sessions will color/collage the box and create art boards.  The second two sessions are dedicated to the journal pages, strung together with a ribbon.  The last sessions is for finishing the project.  No homework this year.  Students can follow the sample design or use the supplies for their own creation.  Groups always share a friendship of laughter and warmth.  Bring your basic kit to class.  With Cherri on Saturday, 1/25 from 10am-1pm.  $80/5 sessions
 
  

SISTERHOOD OF THE TRAVELING SCRAP JOURNAL (PART 1 OF 5):  Sisterhood is an ongoing closed group.  Please contact Cherri directly regarding this class, most have already signed up. This class is scheduled on Sundays from Noon-3pm on 5 dates, Jan 26, Feb 9, Feb 23, Mar 8, Mar 22.  This year's project "Steampunk in a Box" featuring Steampunk paper by Stamperia.  There are three 7x5" art boards, a decorated Graphic 45 box, and an accordion style journal with six pages front and back.  The journal page fronts feature 3-D style cut-outs, and the backs include a collage with an inspirational quote.  The first two sessions will color/collage the box and create art boards.  The second two sessions are dedicated to the journal pages, strung together with a ribbon.  The last sessions is for finishing the project.  No homework this year.  Students can follow the sample design or use the supplies for their own creation.  Groups always share a friendship of laughter and warmth.  All supplies are included, however bring your basic kit to class.  With Cherri on Sunday, 1/26 from Noon-3pm.  $80/5 sessions.


PAINT WITH US USING ALCOHOL INKS!:  Stop by Artsy to see this 5”x7” Colorado scenic painting and sign up to paint it for yourself.  Artist/ Instructors Randy & Teresa Redmond-Ott will guide you in this fun, informative and creative process.  A working knowledge of alcohol inks is extremely helpful but not a requirement for this class.  Each student’s piece will be a unique expression of themselves. All supplies provided.  Frame not included. With Teresa and Randy Redmond-Ott on Saturday, 1/25 from 1:30-3:30pm.  $40


DISTRESS INK TECHNIQUES:  Distress Ink techniques for beginners or other fun people. Hehehe!!  Learn some basic and not so basic things to do with these amazing inks!  Bring your basic kit to class. With Patsy on Thursday, 1/30 from 10am-Noon.   $40



 CLASS POLICIES
***Classes start promptly at the time listed.  Please have your lovely buns in the seat and be ready to go!    

Showing up late is very disruptive to the class that is already in progress.  Plan ahead for traffic or other things that might slow you down!  If you are more than 10 minutes late, you may be asked to get into another class.  If you are more than 15 minutes late, you will forfeit your class fee.  

Classes must be paid for at the time of registration.  You are not considered registered unless a class is paid for which could affect your seat in those classes with student limits.  You may pay with cash, check or use a ccard number. 

We also assume you're taking a class to enjoy a break for a few hours and learn some cool stuff without interruptions.  That said, we will now begin each class by asking you to turn off your cell phones or silence them during class.  This will enhance everyone's learnin' and enjoyment of the class at hand.

Thank you in advance for understanding.  If you have problems or questions about these policy updates, please see Patsy.


Wednesday, November 20, 2019

December 2019


ARTSY’S DECEMBER CLASS DESCRIPTIONS 
Remember, you receive a 10% discount on your entire regular price purchase on the day of class!


PLAY DAYS AT ARTSY:  Whaaaat????? FREE play days in your Happy Place? YEP!!  True story.   We’ve opened up our classroom tables on certain days so you really spread out and work on that “UFO” (UnFinished Object).  OR, if you wanna acquire some new toys at Artsy and then break into them immediately and be creative, then this time is for you!  We’ve added quite a few extra dates this month so you can bring in your remaining holiday projects and enjoy some non-interrupted time to finish them up – or simply be creative with other people.  Bring a friend or two and play in the Artsy Classroom.  Play Days have caught on in the last few months so plan now to come in on one or all NINE dates in December from 10am-5pm each day (Noon-4pm on Sundays).  Bring your basic kit with you as supplies are not included, but you can purchase anything while you’re there – that’s also one of the best perks about play days at Artsy.  Sunday 12/1, Thursday 12/5, Tuesday 12/10, Friday 12/13, Saturday 12/14, Sunday 12/15, Tuesday 12/17, Thursday 12/19 and Saturday 12/21 from 10am-5pm each day (except on Sundays which are Noon-4pm).   FREE!  No reservations necessary, just bring your stuff and settle in for the day.


HOLIDAY POP UP SLIDER CARDS:  Join Teresa in creating these fun and unique gift cards that “pop up & slide” to reveal that last minute “I don’t know what they want” or the “oh my gosh, I didn’t have time to shop” gift for that certain someone on your Christmas list (your know who they are). Not only will the recipient delight in the gift card, but the extraordinary presentation is sure to be a crowd pleaser! BONUS craft to compliment these cards to be revealed in class (Merry Christmas!). Bring your basic kit.  All other supplies provided plus a class instruction/supplies handout.  With Teresa Redmond-Ott on Tuesday, 12/3 from 11am-2pm.  3/$36 

ORNAMENTS!:  These ornaments double as gift tags. Hang them on your packages and the recipient can hang on their tree. Made using some beautiful Stamperia paper. Bring your basic kit to class.  With Julia on Saturday, 12/7 from 1-3pm.   $18

CHRISTMAS CARDS:  You’ll play with some fun techniques with a beautiful Christmas theme in this unique class.  Bring your basic kit to class.  With Denise on Sunday, 12/8 from 12:30-3:30pm. 43/$18

LAWN FAWN CHRISTMAS CARDS:  Unique Christmas cards using Lawn Fawn stamps and dies. Of course they all have that  cuteness factor. Not just for kids, makes adults smile too. Bring your basic kit to class.  With Julia on Wednesday, 12/11 from 10:30m-2pm.  $24



 CLASS POLICIES
***Classes start promptly at the time listed.  Please have your lovely buns in the seat and be ready to go!    Showing up late is very disruptive to the class that is already in progress.  Plan ahead for traffic or other things that might slow you down!  

If you are more than 10 minutes late, you may be asked to get into another class.  If you are more than 15 minutes late, you will forfeit your class fee. 
Classes must be paid for at the time of registration.  You are not considered registered unless a class is paid for which could affect your seat in those classes with student limits.  You may pay with cash, check or use a credit card with a $2 handling fee.  You may register over the phone and mail in a check or give us a credit card number.  

We also assume you're taking a class to enjoy a break for a few hours and learn some cool stuff without interruptions.  That said, we will now begin each class by asking you to turn off your cell phones or silence them during class.  This will enhance everyone's learnin' and enjoyment of the class at hand.

Thank you in advance for understanding.  If you have problems or questions about these policy updates, please see Patsy.
















Saturday, October 19, 2019

November 2019

ARTSY’S NOVEMBER CLASS DESCRIPTIONS 

Remember, you'll receive a 10% Discount on your Entire Regular-Price Purchase on the day of class!! 



DISTRESS INK TECHNIQUES:  Distress Ink techniques for beginners or other fun people. Hehehe!!  Learn some basic and not so basic things to do with these amazing inks!  Bring your basic kit to class. With Patsy on Friday, 11/1 from 6-8pm.   $40


BEAT THE RUSH CHRISTMAS GIFT EVENT!!  Artsy is hosting a Beat the Rush vendor event on Saturday, November 2nd featuring local vendors of handmade crafts just for all of your gift-giving needs!  It’s not too late to get in on the event if you make and sell unique items!  There is NO charge for a partial table to display your goods, or you may bring your own card table to set up - there's plenty of room.  If you're interested and would like to register your spot, please call the store at 970-613-1631 now.  The sale will be happening 10am-3pm and vendors are responsible for managing your own table and point of sale transactions (i.e. - cash/cards).  What a fabulous opportunity for all – vendors and customers alike!!  Call today!!  Get your wallet ready!  It'll be a great time to get a jump on all of your holiday gift purchases.  Plus, The Outlets at Loveland is hosting  Shopping for a Cause which benefits the organization Realities for Children.  A portion of sales from participating stores will be donated to this cause.  What a great reason to get out and shop at Artsy and other Outlet Stores this day!!  On Saturday, 11/2 from 10am-3pm.
  



PLAY DAY AT ARTSY:  These days at Artsy have been a true hit and the feedback has been great!  FREE play days in your Happy Place!  Can’t get better than that.  So, if you’re looking for a place to really spread out and work on that “UFO” (UnFinished Object) or if you wanna acquire some new toys at Artsy and then break into them immediately and be creative, then this time is for you!  Do you want to be creative with other people?  Bring a friend and play in the Artsy Classroom.  Play Days have caught on in the last few months so plan now to come in on one or all four dates in November from 10am-5pm each day.  Bring your basic kit with you as supplies are not included.  Tuesday 11/5, Friday 11/15, Tuesday 11/19, and Tuesday 11/26, from 10am-5pm each day.   FREE! 


DISTRESSED LEAVES CARDS:  Learn how to create these beautiful leaves using distress inks. We will use these leaves to add to 3 different cards. Bring your basic cardmaking kit to class. With Julia on Wednesday, 11/6 from 10:30am-1pm.  $18


MAGNETIC SHADOW BOX - THANKSGIVING:  This class focuses on a Thanksgiving theme, just in time for the holidays!  Please bring your basic tool kit, pop-dots and glue dots along. Patsy has magnetic shadow boxes available at an additional cost if this is your first seasonal shadow box class. With Marsha on Thursday, 11/7 from 12:30-3:30pm.  $22 (+ cost of shadowbox if needed).  


PULL UP-POP OUT CARDS:  Join Susan for this class featuring a unique technique pull up and pop out design.  Bring your basic kit to class.  With Susan M on Saturday, 11/9 from 10:30am-1pm.  2/$24


ALCOHOL INK ORNAMENTS: It’s that time!  Oh what fun it is to make gorgeous tree ornaments as we shift into the 2019 Holiday season!  You’ll learn techniques to create these stunning alcohol ink Tree Ornaments to make at home for Holidays still to come.  Each student will take home 6 ornaments of your own to kickstart the decorating / gifting season.  Note:  This is not an intro to alcohol inks—a basic working knowledge of this medium will give you better results.  All supplies are provided.  With Teresa & Randy Redmond-Ott on Saturday, 11/9 from 12:30-3pm.  $30


AUTUMN LEAVES CARDS:  You’ll play with some fun techniques with Fall colors in this unique class.  Bring your basic kit to class.  With Denise on Sunday, 11/10 from 12:30-3:30pm.  3/$15


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 Tuesday, 11/12 from 12:30-2:30pm.   $18


LAWN FAWN HOLIDAY CARDS:  Make 3 super cute interactive cards, using some of Lawn Fawn’s latest release. We will make a shadow box, pop-up box and a pull tab, all ready for the holidays. Bring your basic kit to class.  With Julia on Wednesday, 11/13 from 10:30m-2pm.  $24


CREATING STATIONERY:  Since Patsy didn’t submit her description for this class, all I can really tell you is that you’ll NEVER BELIEVE what you make this stationery out of!!  You’ll totally impress your friends with this one.  Heck, just sign up out of curiosity – I promise you’ll have a blast!!  Bring your basic kit to class.  With Patsy on Thursday, 11/14 from  10:30am-1pm.  $10


MIXED MEDIA MASTERPIECES: Are you interested in learning how to make a mixed media canvas?  Julia is cleaning out her crafty hoard and bringing it to class. You choose the size canvas you would like to make, and Julia will teach you how to put it together. Things to bring class would be any personalized items that you would like to add to your canvas, such as charms, doodahs and/or a special photo that you may want to add to your masterpiece. Bring Beacon 3 in 1 glue or Zip Dry glue to class, all other supplies will be provided. Don’t have that? No worries, she will have plenty for you to choose from. This is an all-day class, the size canvas you choose will determine how long it takes to create.  Canvas sizes available: 8x10 $30, 12x12 $35, 11x14 $40, 8x20 $45.  Please indicate which size you would like when registering for the class.  Bring your basic kit to class.  With Julia on Saturday, 11/16 from 10am-4pm.    $30-$45, depending on the canvas size

MUGS & VASES:  Once you have taken any of our Alcohol Ink classes*, we can now begin to guide you in exploring the fun and exciting ways to apply vibrant Alcohol Ink to 3 dimensional surfaces.  In this techniques class, you will learn, apply, create, preserve 3 pieces to give to your loved ones or to keep for yourself!   All supplies are included.  With Teresa and Randy Redmond-Ott on Saturday, 11/16 from 12:30-3:30pm.  $30  *pre-requisite:  Alcohol Inks Level 1    


ART IMPRESSIONS WREATH:  Art Impressions stamps can be used to create more than scenes.  Just look at this lovely little wreath!  If you own any of these stamp sets, bring them with you to class: 4964 - Branches set; 4963 - Fall set; 4052 -Flower set; 5126 - Foliage set 4.  If you don’t own them, we can hook you up at the store with one or more! Bring you basic kit to class.  With Patsy on Sunday, 11/17 from 12:30-2pm.  $10


GIFT CARD HOLDER:  Once again, Patsy didn’t send me her description for this one, but I guess it’s fairly self-explanatory. You know you’re gonna need at least one of these this holiday season so you might as well get a jump on it and get registered today!  Bring you basic kit to class.  With Patsy on Wednesday, 11/20 from 10am-Noon.  4/$13


EMBROIDERY ON PAPER:  If you haven’t tried this cool technique on paper yet, you are missing the boat!  Punch a design, stitch the pattern and create a card.  It’s easier than it looks!  Plus, it’s the perfect little surprise element to add texture to your cards or scrapbook pages.  Bring your basic kit to class.  With Patsy on Thursday, 11/21 from 10:30am-Noon.  $10


MAGNETIC SHADOW BOX – JOY TO THE WORLD:  This class focuses on a Christmas theme, just in time for the holidays!  Please bring your basic tool kit, pop-dots and glue dots along. Patsy has magnetic shadow boxes available at an additional cost if this is your first seasonal shadow box class. With Marsha on Friday, 11/22 from 12:30-3:30pm.  $22 (+ cost of shadowbox if needed).  


POTTED FLOWERS:  In this mixed media class, you’ll create this intricate, lovely, framed paper craft fit to grace any wall…these flowers are guaranteed to not wilt on you!  In this techniques class you will create backgrounds, die cut (alot!), color with Spectrum Noir alcohol ink markers, arrange, layer, emboss and get inky with ink sprays, Distress Oxides & Distress inks. We’ll discuss basic composition.  You’ll need your Basic Kit, *along with your die cutting machine, the Tim Holtz “Wildflowers” die set (or similar) if you have it and the following Distress Oxide ink pads--"Iced Spruce” & “Tumbled Glass” and Distress INKs-- "Vintage Photo”, "Walnut Stain” & “Black Soot” (…all for the sake of timing!)   We’ll only have a 1/2 hour break for lunch from 12:30-1:00 so brown bag it, Crafters!  The frame is provided along with supplies* (*bring the above list to complete this project within the allotted time—it would be a drag to have to “wait your turn” for an ink pad or to die cut!).  With Teresa and Randy Redmond-Ott on Saturday, 11/23 from 10:30am-3:30pm.  $45  
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PRIMA CANVAS:  This canvas is a definite sample of what you will be learning.  Yours will NOT look exactly like this one for several reasons.  Patsy took a class to learn how to make the canvas. She chose to not carry some of the products.  The sample was too pretty to not use, so we will be using some other products that work the same way. Bring your basic kit to class.  With Patsy on Sunday, 11/24 from Noon-4pm.  $45



CLASS POLICIES

***Classes start promptly at the time listed.  Please have your lovely buns in the seat and be ready to go!    Showing up late is very disruptive to the class that is already in progress.  Plan ahead for traffic or other things that might slow you down!  

If you are more than 10 minutes late, you may be asked to get into another class.  If you are more than 15 minutes late, you will forfeit your class fee. 
Classes must be paid for at the time of registration.  You are not considered registered unless a class is paid for which could affect your seat in those classes with student limits.  You may pay with cash, check or use a credit card with a $2 handling fee.  You may register over the phone and mail in a check or give us a credit card number.  

We also assume you're taking a class to enjoy a break for a few hours and learn some cool stuff without interruptions.  That said, we will now begin each class by asking you to turn off your cell phones or silence them during class.  This will enhance everyone's learnin' and enjoyment of the class at hand.
Thank you in advance for understanding.  If you have problems or questions about these policy updates, please see Patsy.