Join Gayl in the Workshop . . .

"Halloween Junk Journal"
The Newest Workshop from Gayl Staffler

Saturday ~ October 14, 2017

10:00am – 4:00pm

Cost:  $50.00

Welcome to a full day of crafty Halloween fun!  In this Workshop, follow along with Gayl as she shares many new techniques that we guarantee you’re going to love!  She’ll provide paper that she’s prepared in advance for your book, but she’ll take the time to walk you through the dying process step-by-step that she used.  It really takes coffee dying to a new level!  You’ll arrange your pages in the order you want, then stitch and bind your book for a clean finish.  Once that’s done, you’ll spend time learning a variety of design techniques that make this book unique and special.  Techniques you learn in this Workshop will work well in all future projects you do!  Your finished book will be filled with several spots to add tags and embellishments, so if you have anything special you’d like to add, please bring it.  Everything about this Workshop spells fun, so call now to save your space before it sells out!  SEATING IS LIMITED TO ONLY 8 students . . . spaces are going fast!

Supplies to Bring:  Basic Craft Kit (BCK), including craft sheet; paper trimmer; scissors; ScorTape (3/8″ & 1/4”); your favorite wet adhesive that can be laid down as a thin bead (i.e., Fabri-Tac or Art Glitter Glue); paper piercer or awl; self-healing mat; and a ruler.  If you have any special ephemera you’d like to add, please bring it.  All other supplies and materials will be supplied.

Photos don't begin to do this

wonderful book justice . . .
stop in & check out the project sample!
     
Call now to sign up for this
exciting Workshop and let your
imagination & creativity soar!

CraftFusion

(480) 821-3758

Look for us in our new location!

1946 So. Dobson Rd. #1, Mesa, Arizona  85202

n/w corner of Dobson & Baseline Roads in the Dobson Shores Shopping Center
(located next to Brilliant Bridal & Macayo's Restaurant)
Tuesday - Saturday 10:00am-6:00pm  ~  Closed Sunday & Monday

www.craftfusionaz.com

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Brand New to the Calendar!

"Mixed Media Canvas"
The Newest Workshop from Gayl Staffler

Saturday ~ July 8, 2017

10:00am – 4:00pm

Cost:  $45.00

Join Gayl as she returns with another gorgeous mixed media canvas!  Begin by creating a background on a 6" x 6" cradle-style canvas that will feature a bejeweled Relics and Artifacts heart.  Relics and Artifacts are those beautiful cast resin pieces created by Sandra Evertson (www.sandraevertson.com) that are just crying out to be decorated.  Enhance your project with the new Artisan Powders by Frank Garcia from Prima Marketing, as well as the new Finnabair Art Waxes and Sparks paints.  These new paints are sheer pastel, with colors to absolutely die for!  Gayl will also be sharing her own unique style of using everyday household items, such as nuts and bolts, to kick up your design.  She'll also provide you with some tips and tricks about adding glitter, stones, and beads to your piece for just the right pizzazz, all of which promises to add up to a day of mixed media fun!  From beginning to end, you'll have the opportunity to experiment and test techniques to see how they work with your personal crafting style.  Everything about this Workshop spells out fun, so call now to save your space it sells out!  SEATING IS LIMITED TO ONLY 8 students!

Supplies to Bring:  Craft sheet or mat; heat tool; plus any special embellishments you'd like to add to personalize your project.  All other materials and supplies will be provided.

 

Photos don't begin to do this
beautiful canvas justice . . .
stop in & see the project sample!
     
Call now to sign up for this
exciting Workshop and let your
imagination & creativity soar!

CraftFusion

(480) 821-3758

Look for us in our new location!

1946 So. Dobson Rd. #1, Mesa, Arizona  85202

n/w corner of Dobson & Baseline Roads in the Dobson Shores Shopping Center
(located next to Brilliant Bridal & Macayo's Restaurant)
Tuesday - Saturday 10:00am-6:00pm  ~  Closed Sunday & Monday

www.craftfusionaz.com

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Just Added to the Calendar!

"Mixed Media Canvas"
The New Workshop from Gayl Staffler

Saturday ~ May 20, 2017

10:00am – 4:00pm

Cost:  $45.00

Join Gayl as she returns with her exciting style of Mixed Media fun!  Follow along with her as she walks you through all the steps to make a beautiful, inspired mixed media piece, perfect for any home.  You'll be working an a 6" x 6" cradle style canvas, a fun alternative with a lot of options, and have the opportunity to test drive a variety of products, including Finnabair's new Art Waxes.  Gayl will also show you how to use everyday household items, such as nuts and bolts, to kick up your design.  In addition, she'll also teach you some tips and tricks about adding glitter, stones, and beads to your piece for just the right pizzazz, all of which promises to add up to a day of mixed media fun!  From beginning to end, you'll have the opportunity to experiment and test techniques to see how they work with your personal crafting style.  SEATING IS LIMITED TO ONLY 8 students, so call now to save your space before this exciting Workshop sells out!

Supplies to Bring:  Craft sheet or mat; heat tool; plus any special embellishments you'd like to add to personalize your project.  All other materials and supplies will be provided.

 

Photos don't begin to do this
beautiful canvas justice . . .
stop in & see the project sample!
     
Call now to sign up for this
exciting Workshop and let your
imagination & creativity soar!

CraftFusion

(480) 821-3758

Look for us in our new location!

1946 So. Dobson Rd. #1, Mesa, Arizona  85202

n/w corner of Dobson & Baseline Roads in the Dobson Shores Shopping Center
(located next to Brilliant Bridal & Macayo's Restaurant)
Tuesday - Saturday 10:00am-6:00pm  ~  Closed Sunday & Monday

www.craftfusionaz.com

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Extra! Extra! New Arrivals . . .

Halloween is that magical time of the season when witches and goblins come out to haunt, and this year Tim Holtz has added to the magic with lots of new additions to his idea-ology line of seasonal embellishment items designed especially with Halloween in mind.

For a very limited time, we now have Tim's 2016 Halloween idea-ology goodies just waiting to go home with you.  But you'll need to hurry, because what we have available is in a very limited supply only, and everything is already beginning to go fast!  Come and get yours while you can because once it's gone, we'll all have to wait 'til next year for more!

You can check out all Tim's fun new items HERE

or

Watch Tim show off all his new goodies in his live Facebook video HERE

CraftFusion

(480) 821-3758

2986 No. Alma School Rd. #4 ~ Chandler, AZ 85224

s/w corner of Alma School & Elliot Roads behind Bank of America

(located next to Catherine's & Kings Buffet)

Tuesday - Saturday 10:00am-6:00pm  ~  Closed Sunday & Monday

www.craftfusionaz.com

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Not Your Ordinary Spoon!

Mark your calendars . . . spaces won't last long for this brand new Workshop from Carol Rose!

“Spoonful of Love”

Altered Spoon Workshop

with Carol Rose

Saturday ~ April 4, 2015

10:00am – 4:00pm

Cost:  $95.00 (includes lunch)

Join Carol in another creative workshop and create this stunning, romantic altered spoon necklace.  After seeing so many beautiful examples of altered spoon jewelry on Pinterest, Carol was inspired to create her own pendant . . . and now she wants to share that inspiration with you!  With its gorgeous embellishments and brilliant contrast in metals, your finished pendant will be the envy of all your friends and family.  Join her as you learn many new techniques, including soldering with a micro torch, altering an actual spoon, using a dapping block, and so much more!  Be prepared for a fun day and maybe even get a little messy in the process.  Not to worry; an apron will be provided for those who wish to project their clothing.  This Workshop has been designed for artisans of all levels, so make your reservations early because with SEATING LIMITED TO ONLY 6 students, it won’t take long to sell out!  Call now to save your space and don’t miss a minute of this fun and creative Workshop!

Supplies to Bring:  All tools, supplies, and sparkly elements will be provided. All you need to bring is your enthusiasm!

(To see more of Carol’s beautiful creations, be sure to visit her Pinterest page)

CraftFusion

(480) 821-3758

2986 No. Alma School Rd. #4 ~ Chandler, AZ 85224

s/w corner of Alma School & Elliot Roads in the Mervyn's Plaza

(located between Zoe's Quilts & Catherine's)

Tuesday - Saturday 10:00am-6:00pm  ~  Closed Sunday & Monday
www.craftfusionaz.com

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New to the Calendar!

Seats are going fast for both of these new upcoming Workshops, so call today to save your spot . . . you'll be glad you did!

“Fleurting with Fire”

Torch Soldering Workshop

with Carol Rose

Saturday ~ March 7, 2015

10:30am – 4:00pm

Cost:  $95.00 (includes lunch)

Join Carol in another creative and inspiring Workshop as you enter the garden where fire creates beauty.  Learn how to create this gorgeous floral pendant where soldering metal to metal is just the beginning to ignite your creativity.  Follow along as she guides you through the processes of torch soldering, antiquing, the painting of metal, as well as embellishing with Swarovski crystals.  You’ll also learn techniques on how to expertly conceal the solder under each embellishment, which gives an expensive and professional look to your jewelry.  Make your reservations now because with LIMITED SEATING, this much requested and highly anticipated Workshop is sure to sell out quick!  Call now to save your space and don’t miss a minute of this fun and creative workshop!

Supplies to Bring:  Basic set of jewelry tools including round nose pliers, flat nose pliers, and a flush cutter (available at local craft stores; see photo below).  All other tools, supplies, and vintage sparkly elements will be provided.

 

(To see more of Carol’s beautiful creations, be sure to visit her Pinterest page)

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“Mixed Media Art Collage”

with Shawn Petite

Saturday ~ March 21, 2015

10:00am – 2:00pm

Cost:  $55.00

Join Shawn in another exciting Workshop as she shares new tricks and techniques for creating a unique mixed media masterpiece that allows you the opportunity to customize your project!  All supplies will be included, including many different papers from vintage to new, stamps, stencils, and so much more to allow you to create an intriguing background, as well as a whole rainbow of color in paints, to truly make your piece one-of-a-kind.  But if you have something special you’d like to include in your piece . . . a special paper, stamp, or stencil . . . or a color of paint you’d just love to use, please bring it!  Designed for all skill levels, this Workshop is perfect for all Crafters from beginner to advanced.  SEATING IS LIMITED TO ONLY 10 STUDENTS, and with the popularity of Shawn’s Workshops increasing, you’ll want to call early to save your space so you don’t miss a minute of this fun and informative Workshop!

Supplies to Bring:  Basic Craft Kit (BCK), including craft sheet and heat gun.  All other supplies and materials will be provided.

   

Call now to sign up for either of these fantastic

Workshops and let your imagination & creativity soar!

Stop in for a visit to see the project samples . . .
we guarantee you'll fall in love, for sure!
   

CraftFusion

(480) 821-3758

2986 No. Alma School Rd. #4 ~ Chandler, AZ 85224

s/w corner of Alma School & Elliot Roads in the former Mervyn's Plaza

(located between Zoe's Quilts & Catherine's)
Tuesday - Saturday 10:00am-6:00pm  ~  Closed Sunday & Monday
www.craftfusionaz.com

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New Arrivals!

We've recently been lucky enough to receive some absolutely gorgeous mixed media collage packets that everyone is going to love!  Overflowing with a variety of beautiful and exquisite papers and embellishments, each package has been designed to inspire you in all of your creative endeavors.  No matter what direction your art takes you . . . scrapbooking, art journals, collage, mail arts, or any other type of mixed media . . . each packet is perfect for all your art forms.  Each has been assembled by a local collage artist and holds 20-25 papers, including vintage dictionary pages, vintage text & pictures, old sheet music, postage stamps, vintage ledger papers, handmade & printed papers, images & photos, torn map pieces, hand painted tags, and so much more . . . as well as beautiful miscellaneous embellishments (papers range in size up to 8-1/2 x 11 inches; some are folded to allow for better viewing).  Each packet is truly a unique and one-of-a-kind collection papers you just can't find anywhere else!  Here's just a sneak peek . . .

  

Whether you're looking for a special color pallet or theme, these packets are perfect and offer you limitless possibilities.  No two are alike, so stop in to check them out and pick yours up today!  But don't wait too long . . . we have only a limited supply!

CraftFusion

(480) 821-3758

2986 No. Alma School Rd. #4 ~ Chandler, AZ 85224

s/w corner of Alma School & Elliot Roads in the former Mervyn's Plaza

(located between Zoe's Quilts & Catherine's)

Tuesday - Saturday 10:00am-6:00pm  ~  Closed Sunday & Monday

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Just Added to the Line Up!

"By the Sea Mini Album" Workshop
with Sherry Bamsey
Cost: $70.00 (incl lunch)

Saturday, July 26th
10:00am to 5:00pm

Are you looking for an unusual and unique way to showcase all those beach vacation photos?  Then join Sherry in this new and exciting Workshop as you create a “chunky” mini album using a 6”x8” drawing pad!  Your finished album with have 20 pages . . . yes, 20! . . . that will be covered in Graphic 45’s new paper collection, “By the Sea”, and will be full of photo mats, tags, pocket pages, and even pull out tri-folds.  Burlap, ribbons, sea shells, and scrabble tiles will be used to embellish the pages, inside and out.  When finished, each album will be unique and no two will look alike!  SEATING IS LIMTIED TO ONLY 8 STUDENTS, so call early to save your space because this exciting Workshop is on its way to selling out fast!

Supplies to Bring:  Basic Craft Kit (BCK), including trimmer; scissors; ScorTape (1/4” & ½” work best); score board & scoring tool; your favorite wet adhesive; tape runner (if desired); and your favorite ink for embellishing and shading (Vintage Photo used in sample).  All other materials and supplies, as well as lunch, will be provided.

 

 

And that's just a sampling!

Stop by & take a look at the project sample . . .

you'll be in awe at what this gorgeous "mini" album has waiting for you!  You'll hardly believe your eyes!

   

Call  (480) 821-3758  today to save your space

so you don’t miss a minute of this

exciting & creative Workshop!

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New Addition to the Calendar . . .

“Breakfast at Tiffany's”

Album Workshop

with Shelley Ellis

Saturday, April 12^th

10:00am – 6:00pm

Cost: $60.00 (includes lunch)

Join Shelley for another fun and creative day as you construct a unique 7”x5” album created from envelopes using the hidden hinge system made famous by Kathy Orta.  Using the newest paper collection from Authentique, “Classique Elegant”, your completed album will use 24 - 12”x12” sheets of papers, allowing more than enough space for you to keep and display all your precious photos and memories.  Within its elegantly decorated chipboard covers, each album will be overflowing with extra large envelopes, photo mats for 40-50 photos, lots of inserts, cards, multiple pockets, journaling cards, photo mats, and embellishments, all kept snug and secure in the specially designed hidden hinge binding system.  Extra embellishments will also be available to allow you to make your finished album truly unique and distinctive.  Each Workshop kit will include all supplies to create a complete album, along with written instructions for cutting and scoring, as well as color photos.  Seating is limited to only 10 for this fascinating Workshop, so call right away to save your spot and don’t miss a minute of the fun!

Supplies to Bring*:  Basic Craft Kit (BCK), including craft sheet; cutting mat; X-acto knife; scissors; 12×12 paper trimmer; scoreboard & scoring tool; pencil; ruler; brayer; bone folder; Scor-Tape or Wonder Tape (red line) (1/4”); ATG gun or any strong tape runner with refills; glue stick (UHU); pop dots; corner rounder or your favorite style rounder; your favorite border punch (only 1 is needed); and ink for distressing (black, dark or medium gray) (optional).  All other materials and supplies will be provided.     (*Please be sure to bring all of these items as you will need and use every item.)

 

 

 Call now to join us for this fantastic Workshop

and let your imagination & creativity soar!

Stop in for a visit to see the project sample . . .
it's absolutely gorgeous!

CraftFusion

(480) 821-3758

2986 No. Alma School Rd. #4 ~ Chandler, AZ 85224

s/w corner of Alma School & Elliot Roads in the former Mervyn's Plaza

(located between Zoe's Quilts & Catherine's)

Tuesday - Saturday 10:00am-6:00pm  ~  Closed Sunday & Monday

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Just Added to the Calendar!!

“COUTURE” Mini Album Workshop

with Shelley Ellis

Friday, March 28^{th  ~}  10:30am – 3:00pm

Cost:  $45.00 (includes lunch)

Join Shelley for a creative day as you construct a unique “spineless” 6”x8” album from file folders using the beautiful and elegant “Couture” collection from Graphic 45.  Following along with Shelley as she shares the how-to’s of her signature techniques, your finished album will be absolutely overflowing with so many pockets & tags, flips & flaps, ribbons & lace, and so much more, that you’ll hardly believe it all fits!  Extra embellishments will also be included to allow you to make your finished album truly unique and distinctive.  Each Workshop kit will include all supplies to create a complete album, along with written instructions for cutting and scoring, as well as color photos.  Seating is limited to only 10 for this fascinating Workshop, so be the first to call to save your spot and don’t miss a minute of the fun!  Kits will also be available on a limited basis.

Supplies to Bring:  Basic Craft Kit (BCK), including craft sheet; regular scissors & your favorite decorative scissors; 12×12 paper trimmer; scoreboard & scoring tool; brayer; black ink pad for distressing pages; Scor-Tape (1/4” & 1/2”) or double-sided tacky tape; your favorite dry & wet (fast drying) adhesives; foam pop-up squares or dots; stapler & staples; Crop-A-Dile or hole punch; and wet wipes.  All other materials and supplies will be provided.

 

 

Call now to join us for this fantastic Workshop

and let your imagination & creativity soar!

Stop in for a visit to see the project sample . . .
we guarantee you'll fall in love!

CraftFusion

(480) 821-3758

2986 No. Alma School Rd. #4 ~ Chandler, AZ 85224

s/w corner of Alma School & Elliot Roads in the Mervyn's Plaza

(located between Zoe's Quilts & Catherine's)

Tuesday - Saturday 10:00am-6:00pm  ~  Closed Sunday & Monday

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It's "Pinterest Inspiration" Time!

“Pinterest Inspiration” Workshop

Saturday, March 1st ~ 10:00am-2:00pm
Cost:  $35.00
   

Do you “Pinterest”?  Then you'll want to join us in our next installment of our monthly Workshop that's designed with your favorite Pinterest picks in mind!  Follow along with some of your favorite CraftFusion teachers as you recreate exciting projects based on some of your favorite Pinterest projects.  Each month you’ll create a new, inspiring project and have loads of fun doing it, while learning new techniques and how-to's working with products.  Call early to save your spot . . . seating is limited to only 8 students and seats fill quickly!  All supplies and materials will be provided, so come and let your creativity fly high!

THIS MONTH'S PROJECT:   Mixed Media Art Project with Dana Edwards

This unique 6"x9" mixed media art project hangs from a gorgeous vintage-y Melissa Frances hanger and uses your choice of background papers from the store.  Flowers, chipboard die cuts, metal embellishments, and ribbons will be supplied in the Workshop.  Each student is encouraged to bring a photo and any other sentimental embellishments of their choice to make their finished project truly one-of-a-kind.  (Perfume bottle shown in sample not included)

   

Call (480) 821-3758 today to save your space
so you don’t miss a minute of this

creative and fun-filled Workshop!

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Sneak Peek . . .

As we said in the past, we have the greatest UPS guy on the planet, but it was Mr. FedEx that brought joy to the store yesterday afternoon.  Just take a peek at some of the gorgeous blooms and trims he delivered from Petaloo . . .

and that's only the first layer!  We're busy getting everything into inventory and tagged, so keep your eyes open because you'll soon see all of these luscious embellish-ments on the shelves!

And as if that wasn't enough . . . we also "discovered" another surprise when reorganizing the backroom yesterday ~ a full collection of KaiserCraft's popular collection, 75 Cents!  If you've been looking for papers from this now-discontinued collection, come on in and get your supply quick . . . it's going fast!

Who knows what other fantastic treasures we might find as we continue our adventures into the "World of Reorganization of What's Known as the Backroom"!  Stay tuned . . .

CraftFusion

(480) 821-3758

2986 No. Alma School Rd. #4 ~ Chandler, AZ 85224

s/w corner of Alma School & Elliot Roads in the Mervyn's Plaza

(located between Zoe's Quilts & Catherine's)

Tuesday - Saturday 10:00am-6:00pm  ~  Closed Sunday & Monday

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