"Transformation" . . .

It was another fun and exciting day in the CraftFusion Workshop last Saturday, April 26th, as Shawn Petite shared her magic and secrets to her unique style of creating extraordinary mixed media art pieces with several lucky students. At the end of the Workshop, everyone went home with their own one-of-a-kind piece of art . . . and big smiles on their faces!  Shawn led everyone in the Workshop in all types of step-by-step techniques that they'll be able to use in many of their future projects . . . creating aging, shading, and texture in mixed media, just to name a few . . . as well as how to collage with ephemera, book pages, and papers in your art pieces. Acrylic paints, charcoal, pencil, oil pastels, and even image transfers were added as finishing touches to each piece.

Check out this happy group of artists . . .
(from left to right):  Amanda Grupe: Sherry Bamsey;
Misty Marshall; Michelle Becker; Shawn Petite

If you weren't able to make it last Saturday, you'll definitely want to make your plans now to join Shawn in her next Workshop on  Saturday, July 19th.  Stay tuned for more details as they become available, but we heard whispers of birds and harmony!  You'll want to call early to save your spot, though, because with limited seating, you won't want to miss a minute of the fun!  Check out this sneak peek . . .

And if you'd like to see more of Shawn's amazing art pieces, follow her on her blog at www.shawnpetite.com.

Scenes from Saturday's "Transformation" Workshop . . .

 

 

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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This Week's Highlights . . .

Join Jack & Cat Curio tomorrow as they take the mysteries out of "Image Transfers" in this exciting . . . and always popular . . . Workshop.  Learn new, or reinforce previous, techniques while creating  images that will enhance any art project from canvas to journals, jewelry to fabric collage.  Whatever your choice of medium, these techniques are guaranteed to add further depth to all your artistic storytelling.

Do you like to doodle?  Then you'll love "ZenDoodles"!  The perfect Workshop for anyone . . . novice to advanced . . . you'll want to join Lynnita as she shares quick and easy exercises and techniques for learning several "tangles" or doodles in this beautiful ZenTangle-inspired art form.  Doodle your way to artistic masterpieces with just a sweep of a pen in this exciting new Workshop!

Create a unique, non-traditional photo album and journal as Gladys guides you in the construction of this special "Vintage Gate Fold Album" in this exciting all-day Workshop.  With its alternating style of overlapping pages, your finished album will offer a fresh and different interactive layout and fell as you learn new hinging and folding techniques, along with new techniques using embossing patterns and inks that you'll want to use in many of your future projects!

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For more details on these and all of our exciting upcoming Workshops, be sure to visit the Workshop Page on the website at www.craftfusionaz.com.  But don't wait too long to make your reservations, because seating is limited and Workshops fill quickly.  Don't get left out . . . call today!

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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Mark Your Calendars for Fun!

Now that the chill of winter is leaving and the warmer temperatures are approaching, it's time to make your plans for some indoor fun.  Here's just a sneak peak of the new and exciting Classes & Workshops we have in store for you for the upcoming months . . . make your plans now to join us!  Seating is limited and Workshops do fill up quickly, so sign up early for your favorite one . . . or two! . . . and don't miss a minute of the fun!  For more details, be sure to visit the Workshop page on the website at www.craftfusionaz.com.  Don't forget the 10% discount you'll receive on all your purchases the day of your Workshop, too! (excludes sale items, future classes & workshops, & handmade or consignment items)

Stop in & take a look at the project samples in the store ~
they're absolutely FANTASTIC!

Call (480) 821-3758 now to save your space!

BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND!

Wednesday, March 6th ~ 10:30am-2:30pm
"IMAGE TRANSFER TECHNIQUES"
with Jack & Cat Curio        Cost: $45.00
Interested in the magic of image transfers? Join Jack and Cat as they introduce you to several techniques that can be used on a vast array of mediums & projects.  Seating is limited, and spaces are filling up quick, so call early to save your spot for this very popular Workshop!
This Workshop is almost sold out, so call now to save your space!

Friday, March 8th ~ 10:30am-1:00pm

"ZENDOODLES"
with Lynnita Knoch       Cost: $30.00
Do you like to doodle?  Then you'll fall in love with this new, exciting Workshop & the wonderful world of "ZenDoodles"!  Join Lynnita as she shares tips & techniques in this fantastic and popular ZenTangle-inspired art form as you create your own "doodle masterpiece"!

Saturday, March 9th ~ 10:00am-5:30pm

"VINTAGE GATE FOLD ALBUM"
with Gladys Moreno       Cost: $60.00
Create this fantastic mini album & learn new techniques at the same time!  With pockets and so many places for photos, as well as journaling spots, tags, & embellishments, this is an album you'll cherish for years to come!

Thursday, March 14th ~ 6:00pm to 8:00pm
"ATC WORKSHOP & SWAP"
Create 12 fun Artist Trading Cards (ATCs) based on your choice of theme in this monthly NO COST Workshop & Swap with others.  If you like to "think big in a small way", this Workshop is perfect for you!  This month's themes: "Favorite Color (monochromatic)" & "Black & White".  Be sure to stop in & check out our new "ATC Gallery", too . . . you'll be amazed at what can be done on such a small canvas!

Saturday, March 16th ~ 10:00am-5:00pm

"BROKEN WINGS SHRINE"
with Jack & Cat Curio       Cost: $95.00
Create a beautiful vintage & mysterious shrine in true "Jack & Cat Curio Shabby Chic" style!  Learn new techniques you'll be able to use in future projects, as you create a fabulous home decor piece.  Call quick to save your spot, though, because this Workshop is already beginning to fill up!

RETURN ENGAGEMENT!

Thursday, March 21st ~ 6:00pm-9:00pm

"PARISIAN JOURNEY" Beeswax Collage
with Jack and Cat Curio      Cost: $65.00

Create a unique 10x10 collaged mixed media beeswax panel using beautiful ephemera and embellsihment techniques. Call now to save your space, because this Workshop is already almost sold out!

Saturday, March 23rd ~ 10:00am-5:00pm

"EASTER CHICK" Paper Clay Workshop

with Jenny Hernandez     Cost: $55.00

Jenny returns just in time for the Easter Holiday with this wonderful vintage style "chick" on his paper mache' stand.  Learn the basics of paper clay sculpting as you create a unique ornament you'll absolutely love! Workshop is designed for beginner to intermediate level students ages 14 & up, but seating will be limited, so call now to make your reservations!

Saturday, April 6th ~ 10:30am-4:30pm

"FRENCH GARDEN JOURNAL"

with Ellen Castellini      Cost: $68.00

A favorite with beginner & experienced crafters alike, Ellen returns with another beautiful scrapbook/journal that you'll enjoy for years to come.  With its Spring-inspired feel, join her as she shares exciting techniques using different mediums to create exciting backdrops that will showcase your special photos.  Call quick to save your space before this popular Workshop fills up!

Be sure to bookmark the Workshop page at

www.craftfusionaz.com for details

on these and all of our upcoming projects!

How are we doing?  Leave us your comments & suggestions

to let us know . . . we love hearing from you!

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"Image Transfer Workshop" with Jack & Cat

There's still time to make your reservations to join Jack & Cat Curio as they guide you in demystifying the world of "Image Transfer Techniques".  Make it a date this Thursday evening, February 21st, from 6:00pm to 9:00pm and have fun playing with magic!

Image Transfers can dramatically add a sense of mystery and heighten the depth of any art piece.  Some transfers can simply be a ghostly image blended into the layers of your artwork, while others are the central focus on a piece.  In this Workshop, you'll be introduced to several techniques for creating transfers that you'll be able to use with a vast array of mediums from canvas to journals, jewelry to fabric collage.  Whatever your medium or project, these techniques are guaranteed to add further depth to all of your artistic storytelling.  Call today to join us!

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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What's On Your Calendar?

2013 is in full swing and already promising to be a great year full of exciting Classes & Workshops!  Here's a sneak peak of what we have in store for you in the upcoming months . . . make your plans now to join us!  Seating is limited and Workshops do fill up quickly, so sign up early for your favorite one . . . or two! . . . and don't miss a minute of the fun!  For more details, be sure to visit the Workshop page on the website at www.craftfusionaz.com.  Don't forget the 10% discount you'll receive on all your purchases the day of your Workshop, too! (excludes sale items, future classes & workshops, & handmade or consignment items)

Stop in & take a look at the project samples in the store ~
they're absolutely FANTASTIC!

Call (480) 821-3758 now to save your space!

BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND!

Wednesday, February 6th ~ 10:00am-2:30pm

"PARISIAN JOURNEY" Beeswax Collage
with Jack and Cat Curio      Cost: $65.00

Create a unique 10x10 collaged mixed media beeswax panel using beautiful ephemera and embellsihment techniques. Call now to save your space, because this Workshop is already almost sold out!

Thursday, February 14th ~ 6:00pm to 8:00pm
"ATC WORKSHOP & SWAP"
Create 12 fun Artist Trading Cards (ATCs) based on your choice of theme in this monthly NO COST Workshop & Swap with others.  If you like to "think big in a small way", this Workshop is perfect for you!  This month's themes: "Vintage Valentines" & "Mardi Gras Celebration".  Be sure to stop in & check out our new "ATC Gallery", too . . . you'll be amazed at what can be done on such a small canvas!

CLASS HAS SOLD OUT!

Saturday, February 16th
10:00am-5:00pm

"PLACE IN TIME" Mini Album
with Sherry Bamsey       Cost: $75.00
Create this fantastic mini album . . . created from paper bags! . . . with the "hidden hinge" technique.  With places for over 25 photos, as well as journaling spots, tags, & embellishments, this is an album you'll cherish for years to come!

Thursday, February 21st ~ 6:00pm-9:00pm

"IMAGE TRANSFER TECHNIQUES"
with Jack & Cat Curio        Cost: $45.00
Interested in the magic of image transfers? Join Jack and Cat as they introduce you to several techniques that can be used on a vast array of mediums & projects.  Seating is limited, and spaces are filling up quick, so call early to save your spot for this very popular Workshop!

Saturday, March 2nd ~ 10:30am-3:30pm

"A DAY AT THE SEASHORE"
with Ellen Castellini      Cost: $65.00

A favorite with beginner & experienced crafters alike, Ellen returns with another of her Little Golden Book Workshops. Join her as she shares exciting techniques using different mediums in creating exciting backdrops that will showcase your special photos.  Call quick to save your space before this popular Workshop fills up!

RETURN ENGAGEMENT!
Wednesday, March 6th ~ 10:30am-2:30pm

"IMAGE TRANSFER TECHNIQUES"
with Jack & Cat Curio        Cost: $45.00
Jack and Cat as they return for this special Workshop & introduce you to several techniques that you'll be able to use on a vast array of mediums & projects.  Seating is limited so call early to save your space for this very popular Workshop!


THEY'RE BACK!

Thursday, March 21st ~ 6:00pm-9:00pm
"PARISIAN JOURNEY" Beeswax Collage
with Jack and Cat Curio      Cost: $65.00
Create a unique 10x10 collaged mixed media beeswax panel using beautiful ephemera and embellsihment techniques. Call early to save your space, because this class sales out quick!

Saturday, March 23rd ~ 10:00am-5:00pm

"EASTER CHICK" Paper Clay Workshop
with Jenny Hernandez     Cost: $55.00
Jenny returns just in time for the Easter Holiday with this wonderful vintage style "chick" on his paper mache' stand.  Learn the basics of paper clay sculpting as you create a unique ornament you'll absolutely love! Workshop is designed for beginner to intermediate level students ages 14 & up, but seating will be limited, so call now to make your reservations!

Be sure to bookmark the Workshop page
at www.craftfusionaz.com
for details on these and all of our upcoming projects!

How are we doing?  Leave us your comments & suggestions to

let us know . . . we love hearing from you!

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"Image Transfers" with Jack & Cat Curio

Do you get overwhelmed when you think of "image transfers"?  Eliminate those fears and mysteries when it comes to this wonderful art technique as Jack & Cat Curio guide you through the world of "Image Transfers Techniques" on Thursday, February 21st from 6:00pm to 9:00pm.  Discover the magic of transfers as you learn how to blend them into subtle backgrounds or create a central focal point in your art piece . . . the possibilities are endless!

Workshop Fee:  $45.00

In this Workshop, you'll be introduced to several different transfer techniques that can be used for a vast array of mediums from canvas to journals, jewelry to fabric collage.  Whatever your medium, these techniques are guaranteed to add further depth to your artistic storytelling in any project.  All materials and supplies will be provided, so come and join in the fun of Image Transfers and see for yourself.  Call early to make your reservations before this popular Workshop fills up!

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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