STORE CLOSING . . .

It's been almost 7 years since we first opened the doors to CraftFusion.  Over those years, I've the opportunity to meet so many wonderful and talented people.  Some have even become fast friends.  Unfortunately, though, this past year has been an exceptionally hard one, both on a business and personal level, forcing me to make a very difficult decision.  And that's having to close CraftFusion.    Our final day of business was originally scheduled as Saturday, November 18th, but we've recently had to accelerate that schedule and are now looking at a close date closer to the first part of the month.

Because of the change in schedule, we've unfortunately had to cancel some of our Workshops for the end of October and mid-November.  We've made the changes to our Workshop Page and Calendar on the Website, and apologize to everyone for any inconvenience this may cause.

Here's a quick list of Workshops we've had to CANCEL . . .

• Saturday, October 28th ~ 10:00am-1:30pm ~ "Mixed Media Junk Journal" with Nicole Austin
• Saturday, October 28th ~ 2:00pm-5:30pm ~ "3-D Mixed Media Collage Canvas" with Nicole Austin
• Friday, November 17th ~ 10:00am-2:00pm ~ "The Odyssey Journal" with Kelly Kilmer
• Friday, November 17th ~ 2:30pm-5:30pm ~ "Juicy Journal Pages" with Kelly Kilmer
• Saturday, November 18th ~ 10:00am-2:00pm ~ "Untold Stories" with Kelly Kilmer
• Saturday, November 18th ~ 2:30-5:30pm ~ "Visual Journal Pages as Narrative" with Kelly Kilmer

We've been personally contacting those of you who made reservations for any of the above Workshops, but if you haven't heard from us, please let us know.

During these past 7 years, I've been so lucky, as well as blessed, to be able to do what I love most . . . sharing my passion of papercrafts and mixed media with you.  I've loved meeting and talking with all of you, sharing ideas, and helping you with questions about products and how-to's or addressing your concerns whenever you've felt you just couldn't go any further on your projects.  Each one of you has truly been an inspiration to me and I'll never be able to thank you enough for the experience.

Happy Creating Everyone . . . We'll See You Soon!
Charmaine 

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CLEARANCE SALE!

Everything Must Go!

(including fixtures, racks, furniture, etc.)

To help us clean everything out, everything* in the store is now 50% OFF%!  Things have been flying off the shelves, so if you haven't made it in yet, now's the time to stock up and take advantage of big savings while you're at it!  Come early for your best selection (limited to stock on hand)!

* excludes Workshops, Consignment & Vintage Corner Items

     

CraftFusion

(480) 821-3758

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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We Have a Special Guest Coming!

Kelly Kilmer will be joining us
for TWO Fantastic Days . . .
Friday ~ November 17, 2017 &

Saturday ~ November 18, 2017 . . .
with FOUR New Fun-Filled Workshops

never taught in Arizona before!!

Join Kelly Kilmer as she makes her very first visit to CraftFusion for 2 fun-filled days as she brings you 4 exciting Workshops never taught in Arizona before!  Kelly doesn’t travel light and each Workshop Cost includes a vast array of supplies for you to use to complete your projects . . . handmade and decorative papers, mat board, a full variety of adhesives and gel mediums, bookbinding supplies (thread, awl, needles, etc.), rubber stamps and ink pads, decorative tapes, pens and markers, stencils, collage ephemera, and much, much more!  SEATING IS LIMITED so make your reservations early to be sure to save your space!

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         "The Odyssey Journal"

Cost:  $80.00 (includes beverages & snacks)
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Friday  ~  November 17, 2017

10:00am – 2:00pm
                 

Who said that you could only make a book using expensive supplies?  This is the ultimate Workshop in recycling and creativity!  You’ll turn trash into a new journal with fun fold out pages.  After you’ve assembled your book, you’ll journey through a plethora of new techniques in painting, collage, and art journaling.  Think you’ve seen it all?  Eager to get messy and learn something new?  Join Kelly and spend some time on our own unique voyage through the world of paint, paper and creative exploration.
     
Supplies to Bring:  Basic Craft Kit (BCK), including craft or nonstick sheet; scissors; apron; bone folder; cork back metal ruler; roll of paper towels or old rags; permanent black ink pad (only if you have one); container for paint water; 1″ to 2″ paint brush for glue and paint (Kelly suggests chip or bristle brushes), as well as a few smaller, detail brushes; your favorite glue sticks (large glue sticks will last longer); roll of waxed paper or an old catalog or magazine to glue on (if you don’t want to use all of your waxed paper); small selection of your favorite collage ephemera*; and any catalogs with thick papers or anything with thick/heavy paper that you’d want to use as a journal (Kelly suggests old mailers, college brochures, nice catalogs, etc.  Kelly will have some to use, but some people like to bring their own stash to use up.).  All other materials and supplies will be provided.
     

         

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"Juicy Journal Pages"
Cost: $70.00 (includes beverages & snacks)

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Friday  ~  November 17, 2017

2:30pm – 5:30pm
     

In this special Workshop, you’ll work quick and fast, without judgment, the idea being to keep your inner critic silent.  You’ll create a series of pages that are unique to you while learning a variety of new layering techniques involving collage, acrylics, markers, stencils, stamps, and more.  After some time spent creating this way, you’ll step back and think about your pages.  You’ll learn to look and process your pages with new eyes.  You’ll then rework your pages into all new original journal pages.
     
Supplies to Bring:  Basic Craft Kit (BCK), including craft or nonstick sheet; journal or paper to work on; scissors; apron; bone folder; cork back metal ruler; roll of paper towels; permanent black ink pad (only if you have one); container for paint water; 1″ paint brush for glue and paint (Kelly suggests chip or bristle brushes); your favorite glue sticks (large glue sticks will last longer); roll of waxed paper or an old catalog or magazine to glue on (if you don’t want to use all of your waxed paper); and small selection of your favorite collage ephemera*.  All other materials and supplies will be provided.

     

                               

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"Untold Stories"
Cost: $80.00 (includes beverages & snacks)
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Saturday  ~  November 18, 2017

10:00pm – 2:00pm
     

This journal is the ultimate in play.  Kelly tells us that she’s always looking for new ways to revitalize her favorite techniques.  Think lush layers of paint, paper, tape, stencils, pen work, and more all bound into little bundles of creativity.  You’ll start the Workshop by creating rich layers of painted pages.  You’ve only just begun as you step back, revisit your pages, and start to think about how you can assemble them into books.  Before the tearing and the binding begin, you’ll go through and collage your pages (Kelly will show you how to collage them so that when you fold and assemble them you will have pages ready for you to work on.)  After you’ve finished assembling your journal, you’ll step back again and learn techniques for on the go or art journaling using minimal supplies.
     
Supplies to Bring:  Basic Craft Kit (BCK), including craft or nonstick sheet; scissors; apron; bone folder; cork back metal ruler; full roll of paper towels or old rags; permanent black ink pad (only if you have one); container for paint water; 1″ to 2″ paint brush for glue and paint (Kelly suggests chip or bristle brushes), as well as a few smaller, detail brushes; your favorite glue sticks (large glue sticks will last longer); roll of waxed paper or an old catalog or magazine to glue on (if you don’t want to use all of your waxed paper); and small selection of your favorite collage ephemera*.  All other materials and supplies will be provided.
     

       

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"Visual Journal Pages as Narrative"
Cost: $70.00 (includes beverages & snacks)

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Saturday  ~  November 18, 2017

2:30pm – 5:30pm
     

Where do you start when you put pen to paper?  How do you translate what’s in your head to your visual art journal pages?  How do you combine the visual with the written word?  Learn to combine paper, paint, and pen to create visually expressive and unique journal pages.  In this Workshop, you’ll learn a plethora of layering techniques using not only your pens and markers but also paint, paper, and more.  Think that you know what there is to putting your heart onto paper?  Think again.  Kelly first developed this Workshop to challenge herself and now she’s challenging you.  Bring your journal and supplies listed below (Kelly will have plenty of art supplies to share because she doesn’t travel light!) and be prepared to spill out onto the page.
     
Supplies to Bring:  Basic Craft Kit (BCK), including craft or nonstick sheet; journal; scissors; apron; bone folder; cork back metal ruler; roll of paper towels or old rags; permanent black ink pad (only if you have one); container for paint water; 1″ paint brush for glue and paint (Kelly suggests chip or bristle brushes), as well as a few smaller, detail brushes; your favorite glue sticks (large glue sticks will last longer); roll of waxed paper or an old catalog or magazine to glue on (if you don’t want to use all of your waxed paper); and small selection of your favorite collage ephemera*.  All other materials and supplies will be provided.

     

     

* When selecting your favorite ephemera for any of Kelly's Workshops, think about reading this as you choose your images and papers . . .

http://kellykilmer.blogspot.com/2015/06/being-mindful-curating-your-images-for.html

    
Come & join in the fun!

*  *  * Seating is VERY LIMITED & Workshops are filling up fast!  Call early to make your reservations!! * * *

No refunds of any type can be offered for cancellations by students of Workshops

with Out-of-Town or Guest Artists

CraftFusion

(480) 821-3758

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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The "Queen of Halloween" Returns!

"The Coffin Express"
A New Workshop from Pollie Coleman

Saturday ~ September 30, 2017

10:00am – 5:00pm

Cost:  $45.00

Are you in for another frighteningly good time?  Join our very own "Queen of Halloween" (aka Pollie Coleman) as she brings you The Coffin Express, just in time for the Halloween season!  Jump aboard as you take your mixed media skills to the bone-y side, enhance your techniques using alcohol inks to create depth and dimension as well as imitate a wood appearance, reshape plastic skeleton figures into the poses you want, and create a frighteningly fun unique piece perfect for Halloween!  Everything you’ll need to construct your project will be available in the Workshop, but if you have anything special you’d like to add, please feel free to bring it with you.  SEATING IS LIMITED so make your reservations early to be sure to save your seat for this chilling adventure!

Supplies to Bring:  Basic Craft Kit (BCK), including craft or nonstick sheet; scissors; hot glue gun (with refills); your favorite wet adhesive; and anything special you might want to add.  All other materials and supplies will be provided.

(project inspired by The Bone Collector from Old Raven Creates)

Photos don't begin to do this
unique & exciting project justice!
Stop in & check out the project
sample for yourself!
     
Call now to sign up for this "ghoulish" 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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Get Your Creepy on for Halloween!

"Zombies 'n More Zombies . . .
Oh, Yeah!"
The Newest Workshop from Pollie Coleman

Saturday ~ September 9, 2017

10:00am – 5:00pm

Cost:  $45.00

Who's ready for Halloween?  Join our very own "Queen of Halloween" as she brings you another project for you to sink your teeth in!  In this Workshop, you'll take your mixed media skills to the creepy side, enhance your techniques using texture paste, and layering fun items such as texture boulders, pebbles, and sand, as well as starburst sprays and adding highlights.  Work on your embossing techniques with the die cut Zombie and dust off your Shrinky Dinks skills as you create all sorts of spooky characters.  Lastly, learn how to turn those Zombies and spooky creatures into a puppet show to create a one-of-a-kind piece that everyone will love!  Everything you'll need to construct your project will be available in the Workshop, but if you have anything special you'd like to add, please feel free to bring it with you.  SEATING IS LIMITED, so make your reservations early to be sure to save your seat for this chilling adventure!

Supplies to Bring:  Basic Craft Kit (BCK), including craft or nonstick sheet; scissors; hot glue gun (with refills); your favorite wet adhesive; and anything special you might want to add.  All other materials and supplies will be provided.

Photos don't begin to do this exciting project justice!
Stop in & check out the project sample for yourself!
     
Call now to sign up for this "creepy" 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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Join Us For a Day of Fun in the Workshop!

Are you like many of us who have unfinished paper crafting projects that you've been wanting to work on?  Want to craft, laugh, and catch up with friends while getting those projects done?  Then gather up your supplies and join us for our ALL DAY CROP!  We have a reserved seat just waiting for you with your name on it, along with tasty all-day snacks and beverages, and plenty of fun for everyone!  There'll even be free Make 'N Takes and mini classes for those who want to take part! 

➤ 9 hours of uninterrupted craft time

➤  Large comfortable area for crafting (Maximum of 2 people/per table)

➤  Make 'n Take activities & mini classes scheduled throughout the day

➤  Complimentary WIFI

➤  On-site shopping with special discounts for crop participants

➤  Free use of our Tools Tables

(including Cricut electronic die cutting machines, Sizzix Big Shot, paper cutting tools, etc.)

➤  Tasty snacks and beverages provided all day

➤ Prizes given throughout the day

Mark your calendars & save the date!

Saturday, June 24th

10:00am to 7:00pm

Cost:  $30.00

(payment due in full 3 days before day of event to guarantee your space)

Limited seating, so call today to save your space!

CraftFusion

(480) 821-3758

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 in the Dobson Shores Plaza)

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

www.craftfusionaz.com

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Are You Ready for Some Fun?

Join Internationally Known
Debby Schuh  for TWO Fabulous Days . . .

Saturday ~ July 22nd, 2017 &

Sunday ~ July 23rd, 2017 . . .

with FOUR New Fun-Filled Workshops!!

   

         "Home Sweet Home Album"

Cost:  $65.00 (includes beverages & snacks)
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Saturday  ~  July 22, 2017

10:00am – 1:00pm
                 

Remember the good life with your family and friends and your home and garden with this charming collection of papers and embellishments from Pebbles and Tim Holtz in a new vintage-style album from 7 Gypsies with over 80 pages in it.  This book would also be a perfect place for special recipes and memories of the homes you've lived in.  You'll fold paper in creative ways to make your book interactive and share techniques that can be used in your other creative projects.  All kits come with directions and color photos.

Supplies to Bring:  Basic Craft Kit (BCK), including craft sheet; 12" paper trimmer; scissors; pencil; strong tape adhesive; your favorite wet adhesive; foam tape; sanding tool; scoring tool / bone folder; Crop-A-Dile; corner rounder punch; ink blending tool with foam pads; ink pad for distressing; and stapler.  All other materials and supplies will be provided.
     

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"Chasing Dreams Album"
Cost: $70.00 (includes beverages & snacks)

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Saturday  ~  July 22, 2017

2:00pm – 5:30pm
     

Celebrate new adventures and happy times in this technique-filled book that you'll create using a Tim Holtz Portfolio and beautiful products from the new Crate Paper "Chasing Dreams" collection.  You'll refashion the inside of the portfolio into a Midor-style scrapbook with little books to hold your favorite photos and stories.  With your choice of letters for the front cover, you'll be able to personalize your book and make it your own treasured keepsake.  As always, your kit will have a large variety of choices for you to customize the cover of your book.  Each kit comes with complete directions with color photos.

Supplies to Bring:  Basic Craft Kit (BCK), including craft sheet; 12" paper trimmer; scissors; pencil; strong tape adhesive; your favorite wet adhesive; foam tape; sanding tool; scoring tool / bone folder; Crop-A-Dile; corner rounder punch; ink blending tool with 2 foam pads (one for ink & one for paint); ink pad for distressing (Debby used Tim's Vintage Photo Distress Ink); white craft paint; and craft knife.  All other materials and supplies will be provided.
     

     

                

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"Memorandum Album"
Project Debut at CraftFusion!
Cost: $TBA (includes beverages & snacks)
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Sunday  ~  July 23, 2017     Special Day!

10:00pm – 1:00pm
     

Brand New Workshop from Debby making it's debut here at CraftFusion!  Watch for more details as they become available, but don't wait to save your space!
     

  

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"Celebrate Altered Book Album"
Cost: $70.00 (includes beverages & snacks)

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Sunday  ~  July 23, 2017     Special Day!

6:00pm – 9:00pm
     

In this technique-filled Workshop you'll be using the darling hardcover book, Anne of Green Gables, and taking it apart then putting it back together again as a scrapbook filled with pages from the book, along with page protectors, scrapbook pages, and pockets.  The adorable products from Pebbles and Doodlebug Designs in this overflowing kit are perfect for photos celebrating special occasions or just everyday memories with good friends.  You'll be able to take the techniques you learn in this Workshop and easily use them to make any book into a scrapbook for endless bookmaking possibilities.  All kits come with directions with color photos.

Supplies to Bring:  Basic Craft Kit (BCK) including craft sheet; 12" paper trimmer; scissors; pencil; strong tape adhesive; your favorite wet adhesive; foam tape, sanding tool; scoring tool / bone folder; Crop-A-Dile; corner rounder punch; stapler; standard 2-hole punch (Debby uses the Tim Holtz Binder Punch); and a craft knife.  All other materials and supplies will be provided.
     

    
BONUS . . .
Sign up for 3 or more Workshops
and save $5.00 off each Workshop!

Come & join in the fun!


*  *  * Seating is VERY LIMITED & Workshops are filling up fast!  Call early to make your reservations!! * * *

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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