HAPPY HOUR WITH JEANNETTE

Class:  Happy Hour Card Class
Date: Friday, January 24th,
Time: 7:00 - 8:30pm
Class Fee:  $42
Instructor:  Jeannette Swain, Your Independent Stampin Up Demonstrator
To sign up, please use the Paypal link below and email Jeannette at jeannette@stampsnwhatnot.com

Well, we're not actually enjoying cocktails in this class - well maybe afterwards, we could go to the bar (wink!).  We're making some fun cards using the Stampin' Up! stamp set called "Happy Hour"

This set is one of the most popular sets in the catalog and as part of the class, you'll get the complete 17 piece stamp set and a full package of Rhinestone Jewels, plus all of the materials needed for the cards with envelopes.  The only things you'll need to bring is your adhesive, acrylic blocks and a bone folder.

Already have the set?  Let me know, then pick something worth the same value ($21.95 before S&H and tax) and you'll get that instead.   Just don't forget your stamp set.

Prepaid RSVP of $42 is requested by January 15th to allow enough time for ordering, shipping and prep.  Please use the Paypal link below:


Click this button to sign up

If you have any questions please ask.  You can email me at jeannette@stampsnwhatnot.com

Medallion Christmas Tree Workshop with Barb Carrico

Class: CTMH Sparkle and Shine Medallion Tree Workshop

Date: Saturday, November 2nd
Time: 1:30 - 3:00pm
Class Fee: $20
Instructor: Barb Carrico from Close to my Heart!To sign up for this class, please email Barb at meridots@aol.com


Pictures don't do this very pretty Medallion (aka Lollies, rosettes and etc) Tree justice, but I promise this tree is something you will love having in your home, or gifting to your family and/or friends this Holiday Season...  They are not hard to make, although a bit time consuming, AND totally worth it! You will probably be making more than this one! The dimensions of this tree are 14" tall and approx. 5" wide.

These trees are cut from the CTMH Artiste Cricut Cartridge, and I will have them all precut for you, including the snowflakes that you will be decorating this tree with. The base of the tree is a silver votive candle cup with a silver and rhinestone snowflake on both sides! This tree can be enjoyed from all sides!

All you need to bring is a low temp. (to save your fingers) glue gun and 5-6 glue sticks, a bottle of Liquid Glass or something similar, a 12"+ trimmer and scissors... I will have everything else you need! I am not sure we will get it 100% done in class - however, it shouldn't take much longer, since I am prepping everything for you in advance!

I will only be prepping a limited number of these kits, so if you are interested, please sign up ASAP! To sign up for this class, please email Barb at meridots@aol.com

Barb's Class ~ CTMH's Studio J Digital/Hybrid Scrapbook Layout ~ "Bloom Where You Are Planted" **

 











Class: Barb Carrico's CTMH Studio J "Bloom Where You Are Planted" Hybrid Layout
Date: Saturday, April 20th
Time:  11:00am - 12:30pm
Cost: $10.00
Teacher: Barb Carrico, To sign up for the class, please contact me privately at meridots@aol.com... There are only a limited number of class kits!


Hi Everyone! I wanted to try something different with you all this time! In class, I will be sharing CTMH's Digital Scrapbooking, called 'Studio J'. And then, we will also finish creating the darling 'FLIRTY' layout I have shown here. I created the basic layout in Studio J and then had it printed for you! You will be using the 'Flirty' Compliments (Dimensional Elements Chipboard),  Page Protectors and Flip Flaps... This layout will hold 13 pictures when using the included Flip Flaps! Please consider bring your pictures so you can have a completed layout in a very short time! The best news is the class is a steal at only $10. (Reg. retail value is $17.50) and you will have a completed layout in less than 45 minutes!

**Please note that the title of the layout can not be changed!

To sign up for the class, please contact me privately at meridots@aol.com... There are only a limited number of class kits!

Once you sign up for the class, I will send you an email with the sizes of the pictures, plus the number of pictures for each size! And a list of tools needed!

Barb Carrico's CTMH Avonlea Printer Tray Class

Class: Avonlea Printer Tray Class

Date: Saturday, Feb 16th
Time: 11:00am-12:30pm
Class Fee: $37.50
Instructor: Barb Carrico, Close To My Heart. To sign up, please email Barb directly at Meridots@aol.com

Hi Everyone! Can't wait to see you all, and share my pictures from the CTMH Incentive Cruise that I am leaving on tomorrow morning!!

The picture to the left, with your pictures - of course... is what we will be making in our Class/Workshop on Saturday at Crops Plus...

We will be creating this beautiful Printer's Tray using CTMH's stunning paper pack called AVONLEA. You will receive the Printer's Tray, 1/2 a package of Avonlea, a full package of Avonlea Canvas Stickease,  and a bunch of CTMH embellishments to coordinate with the paper, as shown. You will have a good bit of Avonlea paper and Stickease left to play with!

PLEASE BRING WITH YOU:

Cutter
Scissors
Adhesive
Liquid Glass
Glue Dots
Foam Pop Dots

To finish in class, please bring:

1 - 4x6 vertical B&W picture (see example)
2 - 3x4 vertical B&W pictures

To sign up, please email Barb directly at Meridots@aol.com - Please keep in mind that Barb will be on the cruise until Feb. 12th, so if she does not reply to your email, she will as soon as she can! She only have 8 kits, so she highly recommends that you sign up ASAP!

Classes for the March Crop

The classes for the March crop are rolling in! Check out the great classes we have listed so far: Click on the links for more information!

Saturday, March 24th
11:00am - 12:30pm Let's Create Cards
1:30 - 3:00pm 10 Things "Roxie" Layout and workshop with Barb
3:30 - 5:30 pm Intro to Cricut Craft Room with Theresa
8:00-10:00pm Cricut Beginner Basics with Carren (Crops Plus)

Sunday, March 25th
12:00 - 1:30pm Mixed Media Art book with Karen Bearse (Scrapbooks Plus)

Throughout Weekend
Massage Therapy appointments with Mr. Dana Middleton

Intro to Cricut Craft Room

Class:Intro to Cricut Craft Room
Date: Saturday, March 24th
Time: 3:30 - 5:30pm
Class Fee: $20.00
Instructor: Theresa Andrews, Tatta04@msn.com or 703-492-2872

Intro to Cricut Craft Room

This class is an overview of the current capabilities of the Cricut Craft Room. We will review all tool bars left, top and image drawer. We will then use the tool bar items to create and manipulate images. We will also review how to link cartridges so that you will never again have to bring cartridges or overlays to a crop

Prior to class you will need to download Cricut Craft Room and Sync onto your laptop. Please sync your cricut and make sure you have the latest updates for CCR.

Cost of class is $20.00

Contact Theresa Andrews @ Tatta04@msn.com or 703-492-2872

To register space is limited. Please bring your laptop if that is what you plan on using.

Beginner Cricut Class with Carren

Class: Beginner Cricut Class
Date: Saturday, March 24th
Time: 8:00 - 10:00pm
Class Fee: $40.00
Instructor: Carren Crossley, Cropsplus@ourcropsplus.com

Does this sound like you: You want to have the latest and greatest supplies, so you bought a Cricut and some cartridges…but you've never used them. Are you intimidated by it? Not sure what all the buttons do? Do you avoid looking at it entirely??

We can help! Learn to expand your creativity and make good use of your Cricut! This is a BEGINNER class. We will review basics like: how each of the buttons function; how to care for your machine and mat; how different papers work in the machine and pressure/speed controls. Then we'll put our new skills to work by making three cards (even an envelope!) using the Cricut.

(Cards pictured here are examples - actual cards to be made will be posted later)

We will be using the Cricut Sampler Cartridge. This excellent cartridge provides a sample from some of Cricut's most popular cartridges. And bonus: YOU KEEP THE CARTRIDGE! That's right - you keep the brand new cartridge to continue your Cricut education.

Supplies needed: Your own Cricut (we'll be working with the BASICS of the small Cricut or Cricut expression. Please bring your own.); a GOOD cutting mat; adhesive that works well for tiny areas; scissors. The class area will be wired for electricity.

This class is VERY limited - only 5 spots so each student can get specialized attention! To sign up, email Carren at Cropsplus@ourcropsplus.com

Barb's "10 Things..." 'Roxie' Workshop

Class: "10 Things..." 'Roxie' Workshop
Date: Saturday, March 24th
Time: 1:30 - 3:00 pm
Class Fee: $27.50 (You will have left over product!)
Instructor: Barb Carrico, Close to My Heart, meridots@aol.com

I'd love to have you come and join us in creating this beautiful layout, and more... We will be using CTMH's gorgeous 'Roxie' paper, "10 Things Pocket", Red Ribbon Collection and the Bling Assortment!

Your TITLE can say "10 Things I Love About You"... OR it can be any of the following:

10 Things....

"That Make Today Great"

"I Miss About You"

"I Do Everyday"

"I Cherish"

"I Wish for Your Birthday"

"I dream About"

You can choose from the above list!!

Close ups of some of the detail:

PLUS: I also have a surprise or 2 up my sleeve...

To sign up for this class, please contact Barb @ meridots@aol.com

However, an FYI - I am leaving on my CTMH Hawaii Cruise and will not be back home until March 12th... I will take sign ups, first come, first serve... so please go ahead and email me... and I will contact you when I get back (if not before!)!

Please bring: Scissors, adhesive, small glue dots

Classes for the January 20-22 crop

The classes for the January crop are rolling in! Check out the great classes we have listed so far: Click on the links for more information!

Friday, January 20th
7:00pm-9:00pm Cricut Beginner Basics with Carren (Crops Plus)

Saturday, January 21st
11:00am-12:30pm Paper Flower Garden with Barb (CTMH)
6:30pm-8:00pm Sweet Centers Card Treats with Jeannette (Stampin' Up!)
8:30-10:30pm Tis the Season - 13 layouts with Theresa (Creative Memories)

Saturday, January 22nd
9:00-11:30am Button Farm Year in Review 8x8 album with Carren (Crops Plus)
12:00pm - 2:00pm Glitter Art with Tawni (Scrapbooks Plus)

Throughout Weekend
Massage Therapy appointments with Mr. Dana Middleton

It's going to be a great weekend; see you SOON!!

Beginner Cricut Class - Includes Cartridge - With Carren

Class: Beginner Cricut Class
Date: Friday, January 20th
Time: 7:00-9:00pm
Class Fee: $40.00
Instructor: Carren Crossley, Cropsplus@ourcropsplus.com

Does this sound like you: You want to have the latest and greatest supplies, so you bought a Cricut and some cartridges…but you've never used them. Are you intimidated by it? Not sure what all the buttons do? Do you avoid looking at it entirely??

We can help! Learn to expand your creativity and make good use of your Cricut! This is a BEGINNER class. We will review basics like: how each of the buttons function; how to care for your machine and mat; how different papers work in the machine and pressure/speed controls. Then we'll put our new skills to work by making three cards (even an envelope!) using the Cricut.

(Cards pictured here are examples - actual cards to be made will be posted later)

We will be using the Cricut Sampler Cartridge. This excellent cartridge provides a sample from some of Cricut's most popular cartridges. And bonus: YOU KEEP THE CARTRIDGE! That's right - you keep the brand new cartridge to continue your Cricut education.

Supplies needed: Your own Cricut (we'll be working with the BASICS of the small Cricut or Cricut expression. Please bring your own.); a GOOD cutting mat; adhesive that works well for tiny areas; scissors. The class area will be wired for electricity.

This class is VERY limited - only 5 spots so each student can get specialized attention! To sign up, email Carren at Cropsplus@ourcropsplus.com

Year in Review 8x8 full album from Button Farm

Class: Button Farm Year in Review Kit
Date: Sunday, January 22,
Time: 9:00-11:30am
Class Fee: $70

Instructor: Carren Crossley, Cropsplus@ourcropsplus.com

We have an exciting class to offer at the January 20-22 crop! From the famed kit makers, Button Farm, this BRAND NEW Year in Review album is a great way to wrap up 2011! This album contains an exciting mix of chipboard pages and a fun assortment of clear page protector pages that consist of different sizes, some that even fold! It features the Year.o.Graphy line from Simple Stories. You will have 24 sides to add photos and memories to, this album also includes 3 pockets, to hold additional photos and memorabilia. I think that this album would be perfect to highlight a few of your favorite photos from each month in one year. Album size 8"x8"

This class is extremely limited at only 7 students, so be sure to register ASAP! You can register by emailing us at cropsplus@ourcropsplus.com

Kit includes:
Bazzill Basics 8x8 Chipboard Album
Bazzill Basics Page Protectors
Year.o.Graphy Papers
Year.O.Graphy Fundamental Stickers
Chipboard Flowers
Clothes Pins
Assorted Ribbons
American Craft Thickers
BasicGrey Buttons
5x5 Brown Envelopes
Detailed Color Instructions

Classes for the November 4-6 crop

The classes for the November crop are rolling in! Check out the great classes we have listed so far: Click on the links for more information!

Friday, November 4th
7:00pm-8:30pm Button Farm Christmas Journal Kit with Jennifer Hinkle (Crops Plus) SOLD OUT

Saturday, November 5th
9:00am-10:30am Bravo for the Big Shot with Jeannette (Stampin' Up!)
3:30 - 5:00pm 10 Things I am thankful for with Barb (CTMH)
8:30-10:00pm Holiday Cards Stamp a Stack with Jeannette (Stampin' Up!)

Throughout Weekend
Massage Therapy appointments with Mr. Dana Middleton

It's going to be a great weekend; see you SOON!!

Christmas Journal Kit from Button Farm! - SOLD OUT

Class: Button Farm Christmas Journal Kit
Date: Friday, November 4
Time: 7-9pm
Class Fee: $55
Instructor: Jennifer Hinkle for Crops Plus - SOLD OUT

We have an exciting class to offer at the November 4-6 crop! From the famed kit makers, Button Farm, this BRAND NEW Christmas Journal has a spot for every single holiday memory! This kit uses the Fancy Pants Red Brag Book, featuring 50 journal pages, 15 (2) slot photo protectors and 15 pocket pages! The instructions included in this kit will guide you through the creation of four pocket pages (8 sides), four photo protector pages (8 sides) and 8 journal pages (16 sides). Use additional pages for more memories or customize the size of your journal by removing some of the pages. The cover and pages of this album are decorated with the '25 Days of Christmas' line from Simple Stories. This kit also includes a book cover, metal book corners, and a key from 7 Gypsies, ribbon, buttons and more!

This class is extremely limited at only 5 students, so be sure to register ASAP! You can register by emailing us at cropsplus@ourcropsplus.com

Kit Includes:

Fancy Pants Brag Book 7"x 9"

Simple Stories "25 Days of Christmas" Papers (lots)

Element & Alphabet Stickers from Simple Stories

7Gypsies Metal Embellishments

Various Ribbons

Detailed Color Step by Step Instructions

Classes for the September 16-18 crop

The classes for the September crop are rolling in! Check out the great classes we have listed so far: Click on the links for more information!

Friday, September 16th
7:00pm-8:30pm Crops Plus - Cricut Basics Class with Carren SOLD OUT

Saturday, September 17th
9:00am-10:30am All You Need Is Love Album with Michelle Vocke
11:00am-12:30pm Stampin Up! Bow Boutique with Jeannette
3:30 - 5:00 pm "You and Me" Mini Albums (2) with Barb Carrico (CTMH)
8:30-10:00pm Stampin Up! Fun with Pennants with Jeannette

Sunday, September 18th
12:00 - 1:30pm Tags Galore, The Sequel with Scrapbooks Plus

Throughout Weekend
Massage Therapy appointments with Mr. Dana Middleton

It's going to be a great weekend; see you SOON!!

Beginner Cricut Class - Includes Cartridge - With Carren

Class: Beginner Cricut Class
Date: Friday, September 16, 2011
Time: 7:00-9:00pm
Class Fee: $40.00
Instructor: Carren Crossley, Cropsplus@ourcropsplus.com

Does this sound like you: You want to have the latest and greatest supplies, so you bought a Cricut and some cartridges…but you've never used them. Are you intimidated by it? Not sure what all the buttons do? Do you avoid looking at it entirely??

We can help! Learn to expand your creativity and make good use of your Cricut! This is a BEGINNER class. We will review basics like: how each of the buttons function; how to care for your machine and mat; how different papers work in the machine and pressure/speed controls. Then we'll put our new skills to work by making four cards (even two envelopes!) using the Cricut.

We will be using the Cricut Sampler Cartridge. This excellent cartridge provides a sample from some of Cricut's most popular cartridges. And bonus: YOU KEEP THE CARTRIDGE! That's right - you keep the brand new cartridge to continue your Cricut education.

Supplies needed: Your own Cricut (we'll be working with the basics of the small Cricut or Cricut expression. Please bring your own.); a GOOD cutting mat; adhesive that works well for tiny areas; scissors. If you need a new mat, Crops Plus will be selling them at the crop for a discount ($4 for a 6x12 mat and $5 for a 12x12 mat) as well as the perfect glue pen. The class area will be wired for electricity.

This class is VERY limited - only 6 spots so each student can get specialized attention! To sign up, email Carren at Cropsplus@ourcropsplus.com

Classes for the April 8-10 Crop

The classes for the April crop are all set! Check out the great classes we have listed: Click on the links for more information!
Friday, April 8
7:00pm-8:30pm Crops Plus-Cricut Basics Class with Carren - SOLD OUT

Saturday, April 9th
9:00am-10:30am Club Scrap-Drop Spine Box Workshop with Liz
11:00am-12:30pm Stampin Up!-Cards! with Jeanette
1:30pm-3:00pm Creative Memories-Spinning Photo Cube with Kathleen
3:30-5:00pm Close to My Heart-"Wings" Flip Flap Double Layout with Barb
6:30-8:00pm Embellished Keepsakes-Chipboard Album with Melissa
8:30-10:00pm Stampin Up!-Always Accordion with Jeannette

Sunday, April 10th
12:00pm-1:30pm Scrapbooks Plus-Techniques Galore with Deb

Throughout Weekend
Massage Therapy appointments with Mr. Dana Middleton

It's going to be a great weekend; see you SOON!!

Beginner Cricut Class - Includes Cartridge!

Does this sound like you: You want to have the latest and greatest supplies, so you bought a Cricut and some cartridges…but you've never used them. Are you intimidated by it? Not sure what all the buttons do? Do you avoid looking at it entirely??

We can help! Learn to expand your creativity and make good use of your Cricut! This is a BEGINNER class. We will review basics like: how each of the buttons function; how to care for your machine and mat; how different papers work in the machine and pressure/speed controls. Then we'll put our new skills to work by making four cards (even two envelopes!) using the Cricut.

We will be using the Cricut Sampler Cartridge. This excellent cartridge provides a sample from some of Cricut's most popular cartridges. And bonus: YOU KEEP THE CARTRIDGE! That's right - you keep the brand new cartridge to continue your Cricut education.

Supplies needed: Your own Cricut (doesn't matter which one you own); a GOOD cutting mat; adhesive that works well for tiny areas; scissors. If you need a new mat, Crops Plus will be selling them at the crop for a discount ($4 for a 6x12 mat and $5 for a 12x12 mat) as well as the perfect glue pen. The class area will be wired for electricity.

Cost: $35
Time: Friday night, 7:00 - 8:30pm
This class is VERY limited - only 5 spots so each student can get specialized attention! To sign up, email Carren at Cropsplus@ourcropsplus.com

Classes for January 28-30th Crop

The classes for the January crop are rolling in! We might have 1-2 more. If so, those will be listed here as well. Check out the great classes we have listed already:

Click on the links for more information!

Saturday, Jan 29th
9-10am - Photography Skills Class with Abbie Rufener
11-1pm - Photo Butler Workshop with Sandra Campbell
1-3pm - Build a Card Kit with Jeanette Swain
3-5pm - Envelope Mini Album with Kelli Tyler
5-7pm - Snow Snapshots Class with Kathleen Taylor
7-9pm - Mistletoe" 6X6 Mini Album(s) Workshop with Barb Carrico

Sunday, Jan 30th
10-noon - Delicious Autumn class with Kathleen Taylor

It's going to be a great weekend!!

Photography Skills Class

We all are photographers, yet sometimes we can forget that better pictures can lead to better pages. Are you interested in learning to take better photographs? Do you want to learn more about lighting, posing, and working with children to improve your photos? If you would like to learn more about using your digital SLR camera or even your point and shoot camera, come meet Abbie Rufener! A family and children's photographer in Arlington, VA, Abbie will share with you some of the basic rules she uses when shooting families, newborns and children and improving your photos over all! Check out Abbie's site at here.

Class time will run approximately one hour. Saturday 9-10am.
Cost: $15 Cash or Check made payable to Abbie Rufener.
Please email Abbie at abbierufener@gmail.com to sign up

Bring your camera!

Snow Snapshots Class

Snow Snapshots Class - $12.00
Creative Memories - Kathleen Taylor

January 28-30, 2011

Brrrrrrr! It is cold outside! And those great winter photos you have taken need to be shown off! So let Creative Memories help you with that! They have recently come out with some fun and "exclusive" products and this layout will highlight some of those products. In this class, you will be using CM's new exclusive Cheerful Seasons Cricut cartridge and their Holiday Cheer Decorative Cardstock to create a beautiful 2 page layout. Tools Needed: Trimmer, Liquid Adhesive, Tape Runner and blue ink pad (optional). Maximum Class Size - 12 Attendees

Click below to pay in advance. Or email me directly at scraphappenings@aol.com to sign up.