Monday, May 28, 2012

Monday Night Crafting!!!

Tonight I worked with a lovely design download by Sherri Baldy at "Scrapbook Stamp Society". It is called Marie in Blue!! Also I used fabulous products from Want2scrap!!! I used the Nestabling and matching Nestaboard, the shape I used in this project can be found here---->   Nestaboard!! . the ribbon is from May Arts and the dangles are a collaboration of pieces from various past projects!!! So here is what I made!!!







You can watch the recorded live version of my show doing this project by clicking HERE!!! But you will need to fast forward 30 mins past the music!!! It was the first night with the new LIVESTREAM!!! I love it!!! Let me know if you have any questions about this project!!!

I want to send out a big thank you to Sherri Baldy for having such wonderful downloads, to Nouel Alba for helping me during the show, Want2scrap for having awesome bling and finally to all of you that follow me and love my work!!! THANK YOU!!

Up Dates and Class INFO!!!

I want to share with you some updates that will be happening with my classes and some new things that I have put together.

Here is a list of my classes and what will be happening this coming month!!!



June 13 at 6pm central and June 27th at l, begins my NEW Quilling classes!! For the month of June, I will be teaching 2 classes that are the Basic 101 classes. I will share with you info about the history, tools and show you how to make the basic shapes so that you will be prepared for the more complex designs I will be teaching through out the year. There is a starter kit in my store that you can purchase!! It is not necessary to order it to take the classes, but if you want to learn this awesome craft, it is recommend to have it, for I have put together this kit to help you get started. These classes are free of charge!!!




On June 18th at 6pm central, I will be teaching the wonderful "Everyday Moments Acrylic Mini Album Class". In this class, you will learn how to create a beautiful acrylic Mini Album using the fabulous paper collection brought to you by Teresa Collins Designs. There will be a fabulous giveaway sponsored by Teresa Collins Designs the night of the class. So you will not want to miss this class!!!

The NOT YOUR ORDINARY WORKSHOP will be done by me showing you and listing all the measurements on my blog and youtube video!!!. I will be creating a youtube video showing you every step that was taken to create the project. This is to correct the mishap that happened to my Ustream channel!!! I will have complete info ready for you by the end of this week!!!



The Prima Album Canvas Class will be rescheduled for Monday JUNE 25th!!! I will be getting your kits out that you have already purchased here in a couple of weeks. Don't worry!! Things are coming back into stock!!! And all is good!!!



Also beginning in June, I will be teaching once a month Art Journaling classes!!! I have been taking some classes to show you how to create faces and I want to share my teachings with you!!! Remember all my classes are FREE!!! I cant wait to begin an Art Journal again and the first class will be held on--> June 22nd at 6pm central!!!

THINGS THAT ARE NEW!!! 



I have created a NEW Ning site, this site is dedicated to all my followers and friends that wants a place to have to post their creative work, share ideas and most importantly to learn in a safe environment without any drama!! If you have the love for BLING as I do, and want to share in my creativity, then become a 'Blinganistas", the link is in the side bar to sign up!!! I would love to have you!!

Remember that ALL MY CLASSES ARE FREE!!! Most will have kits that you can purchase but it is not a requirement. My NEW channel can be found on the sidebar!!! LIVESTREAM!!! it is free to sign up for an account and I would to have you over there!!

If you should have any questions about any of these updates, please let me know!!!!


Wednesday, May 23, 2012

Want2scrap and Glue Arts Blog Hop

 

Glue Arts and Want2scrap Blog Hop


Welcome back for Day 3 of the Glue Arts and Want2Scrap Spring into Summer Blog Hop!

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Wednesday: May 23 Day Three designers hopping are:
 I believe when you add bling to any thing, it just puts a smiles on your face!!! I was recently diagnosed with diabetes and I admit that is got me down so I went with it and made my situation sparkle!!! Above and below are pics of my Diabetic kit, I tool the BYOB by Want2Scrap and designed by Donna Salazar and created a beautiful pattern on the front of my case. Hanging on the zipper is a fancy crystal. The Bows are held on using Glue Arts Gluedles which added just enough adhesive to secure the bow onto the case!!! 


Okay I could not stop there!!! I had to bring the BYOB (Build Your Own Bling) to the inside. If we can bling out or cell phones, why not the Blood sugar monitor and lance thing!! I know there are technical names for these little gadgets but hey it works, lol.




I know using bling in this way is not your NORM, but it shows us that we can sparkle many aspects of our lives to make them a little brighter!! At least that is what I believe!!!
 Be sure to visit all the links in this hop and see what the other crafter have been up too!!!
To be eligible for the prizes leave a comment on the Want2Scrap AND the Glue Arts Blogs.
Be sure to check in everyday this week for lots more ideas.

Sunday, May 20, 2012

Workshop Highlights

The Workshop has come to a close, but not without excitement of course. It was a fantastic 3 days of crafting and working with fabulous products from Canvas Corp made it all the better. The first night we altered and decorated our canvas Mini Albums using various pieces of this and that we all have collected from past projects. It was fun pulling out pieces of laces, flowers, screens and more. We even worked with some vintage items and a blue jean pocket taken from an old pair of jeans. Metal embellishments added perfect touches to the album as well as a mini wood frame and fabulous papers from Canvas Corp called the "Home French Collection". At the end of the class on the first night, we gave away 3 fabulous gifts. Two were from a fabulous crafter Sandi James which is a consultant for 31. She hosted a giveaway of 2 gift certificates. The third gift was from Lola Fields and I. She pulled together some authentic vintage finds while I add some fabulous flowers.





The Second Night we began decorating our two 10x10 canvases. Adding tons of ribbons that we used in the album and then creating a hinge like closure using ribbon. The canvases were made in a way to hold our newly decorated mini albums. Perfect ideas with a perfect fit!!We gave away that night a fabulous mini utility bag hosted by Sandi James. Very cute and a perfect bag to carry to any crop or crafting event.

Finally the third night we decorated the top of our box. Using again various items from our stashes. Adding flowers and pearls. They were all cascaded on the top of the box creating a beautiful cluster. The grand prize was given away to one lucky viewer. The winner received a fabulous $50 gift of various products sponsored by Canvas Corp. It was amazing and I envy the winner!! Congrats Susie!!!

All in all, it was a wonderful workshop for it being my first online teaching of this type of class. I enjoyed the conversation, the creativity, the project idea itself and more. I want to send out a huge THANK YOU to Canvas Corp or sponsoring this workshop, to Sandi James for sponsoring her wonderful gifts from 31, to Want2scrap for having the best bling out there, to Prima Marketing Inc for having the best flowers and for YOU my students for believing in my design ideas and learning!! I appreciate each and everyone!!!

 Please take a moment and watch the slide show below for pics of the workshop project. As you will see, it was really "Not Your Ordinary Canvas". 

To watch the recorded videos of these classes please visit here------>  VIDEOS





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Wednesday, May 16, 2012

Everyday Moments Acrylic Album Class

I'm gearing Up for June Classes. With the Warmer months coming in (well, here in TN they are already here, LOL) why not work with some warmer colors. Hughes of Dark Blues and warm yellows. So the perfect collection to do so is...................... 




Teresa Collins New Everyday Moments Collection.

On June 18th Live on Ustream at 6pm central 

here is what we will be creating!!


This beautiful Album class is full of DETAILS!!!!! 
You will be work with the Everyday Moments Paper collection and tons of Want2Scrap Bling. I even added some hand dyed ribbons by me and a touch of Prima of course. 

If you would like to take this class and order a kit, you can do by visiting my store and ordering!!

The price INCLUDES SHIPPING!!!! 
There are over 17 FULL NEW PRODUCTS in this kit!!! Visit store for more details!!!

ORDER HERE!!!


Teresa Collins Design will be sponsoring a fabulous Giveaway for one lucky viewer of the class!!!  

Attendance is required to win but you don't have to buy a kit although I don't see why would not want to working with this AWESOME collection!!! hehehhe

In the meantime watch the slide show below for some sneak peeks!!

If you have any questions please let me know!!! 




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Saturday, May 12, 2012

Cute Dress Form Project with Tutorial!!

I got in my Want 2 Scrap Goodies and wanted to play!!! So I grab my May Arts Ribbon and glue gun and went to creating!!! Here is what I did........

 Using the fabulous Dress form from Want 2 Scrap and ribbons from May Arts, I created this lovely dress for, to set at the base of my lamp in my scrap room.


 I first began with the dress form from Want 2 scrap. I used a black sharpie and painted the base. I think took my Mix'd Media Inx from Donna Salazar and stamped a floral image all over the dress form.



 Using Laces and the fabulous Faux Suede Leaves Ribbon from May Arts, I began creating the dress!! I first began by creating a skirt by gathering the lace. Then I applied it to the dress form a little lower that where the waist is indicated.


 I then took the Faux leaves and created a apron like skirt along the waist!! I used 6 leaves creating a layer effect. I then folded the edges of two leaves and created a very low cut bodice. LOL, if you want it to stay low cut you can!!! But I added some more lace.


 I added lace to the bodice behind the leaves to bring lace to the top.

 I added some ribbon around the waist and a flower. Then I pulled out the Want 2 Scrap Pearls.


 I cut the pearl swirls down to a smaller size. I then added them between the layers of the petals.


I then added to the base of my lamp I have in my scraproom!! 

This was such a wonderful fun and easy project to make!! See the first photo for more details!! So follow the links, order you a dress form or two and make you own cute design!!!

Here are some past projects I have created Using Ribbons from May Art Designs




Enjoy and don't forget to sign up for the May Art Ribbon Club!!! See tabs above!!!

Wednesday, May 2, 2012

Good Morning!!!

Ahhh, I'm on my way to Florida!!! The Sunny Panama City Beach!!! I can feel the sand between my toes and the breeze in my hair!! I heading there now. Here is a pic of where I'm staying!!! Fabulous place called "Shores of Panama", if you want to ever find a fabulous condo to stay in, go here!! They have a layaway plan where you can book your vacation and pay on it through to the time you get there!!! Awesome amenities and more!!


I will be on at night to check emails!! But it is my vacation and I cant wait to take advantage!!!
I will see you on Tuesday of Next week!!!