A Look Ahead . . .

October promises to be a busy month with many new classes added to the calendar.  Come join us and have fun learnin' & creatin' your way through the month!

Thursday, Sept. 29th from 7:00-8:30pm

TECHNIQUES CLASS - "ALCOHOL INKS"        $15.00

Do we really know all there is to know about these magical inks? If you think you’d like to know more, join JACK & CAT CURIO in their next Techniques Class, "Alcohol Inks".  Learn as they share all types of secrets & ins-and-outs of these wonderful inks . . . different applications, different surfaces, different outcomes.  Not many spaces are left, so don’t miss out . . . call and make your reservation to save your spot before they’re all gone.

Thursday, Oct. 6th from 7:00-8:30pm

"HOW-TO-DO-IT" SERIES                            $25.00

What do you need to do once you've finished creating and you're ready to promote your art and yourself as an artist?   Do you try to sell your art at an art fair and how do you chose the one that best suits you?  How do you learn about them and how much do they cost?  How do you charge for your art?  How do your fellow artists use all that cyber stuff? What is the difference between "Facebook", "Google", and Twitter" and do you really need them?  Do you need a website or blog and how do you go about getting one started?   WHAT DO YOU DO???  If you’re asking yourself these questions and more, don't panic!  Instead, join us at this exciting new “HOW-TO-DO-IT” SERIES with JACK & CAT CURIO & others the first Thursday of each month from 7:00-8:30pm, beginning OCTOBER 6^th.  Don't struggle on your own or reinvent the wheel . . . come and learn all the secrets and ins & outs to the BUSINESS OF ART and how to take your art to a higher level from those who have been there and through it all before.  Join us - you won’t be sorry!  Make your reservations now!

Saturday, Oct. 8th from 10:30am-3:00pm

"ALTERED BOOK & ALBUM" with Tina Wishart         $50.00

 You’ve taken so many photos over the years, but where are they now? In a shoebox somewhere in the back of a closet? Make your reservation now and create your own "Altered Book & Album" with TINA WISHART that's full of fun techniques with a family & home theme.  You'll ink, stamp, hammer, bead and paint your way through class.  You'll have the opportunity to choose items to make the book your own.  Each album will be a unique, one-of-a-kind keepsake! Supplies to Bring: paper trimmer, scissors, liquid glue, any of your favorite inks (earth tones will be available), and any photos you'd like to include (optional - may be added later).  Lunch and all other items will be provided. 

Tuesday, Oct. 11th from 10:30am-12:30pm

"HANDMADE PAPER ROSES" with Cheryl Wildman       $20.00

Mary, Mary, quite contrary . . . how does your garden grow?  These "Handmade Paper Roses" are so life like and beautiful!  They're fun to make and great for embellishing cards, scrapbooks, mini albums, photo frames, or any project that needs a floral accent.  You can even turn them into one-of-a-kind refrigerator magnets for that "last minute" gift!  You'll learn how to prepare the paper, make the basic cuts using dies and punches, and how to form and assemble the petals and leaves.  All supplies are included.

Tuesday, Oct. 11th from 7:00-8:30pm

"ALTERED HALLOWEEN MATCHBOX SHRINES"

with Sharon VanDussen                                                   $25.00

Halloween is almost here and these "Matchbox Shrines" are perfect for the upcoming spooky holiday.  They're personal, portable miniature works of art that can be hidden in a pocket or a drawer.  Enclose a tiny message and they're a unique alternative to a card.  They're small enough to be made into magnets, pins, or even a small gift box.  In this class, everything will be supplied for you to make at least two Matchbox Shrines, but feel free to bring anything of your own for a really personal and unique shrine.  Join in the fun making these Halloween-theme Matchbox Shrines!  A WORD OF CAUTION . . . THESE ARE ADDICTIVE!

Friday, Oct. 14th from 10:30am-1:30pm

"AN ABC PRIMER SCHOOL BANNER"

with Jack & Cat Curio                                                     $35.00

Join JACK & CAT CURIO in creating this wonderful new project, “An ABC Primer School Banner”.  This banner is the essence of old fashioned schoolhouse cuteness! Each tag has its own unique story to tell and reminds us all of days-gone-by and long ago.  Incorporate one of Graphic 45’s newest paper collections, “An ABC Primer”, with ribbons and trims, die cuts, and punches to construct this amazing banner.  All supplies will be provided, but feel free to bring your own detail cutters and adhesive.

Saturday, Oct. 15th from 10:00am-12:00 noon

"CHASING RAINBOWS ALTERED DOMINOES"

with Judy Wood                                                               $35.00

Join JUDY WOOD as she continues to share with you a variety of techniques in this intermediate class in creating beautiful miniature works of art in “Chasing Rainbows Altered Dominoes”.  Begin with a blank wood art board and dominoes, then just add your favorite inks and bling, and share in the magic of making this fantastic collage that you’d be proud to give as a gift or keep for yourself.  All supplies will be provided, but please bring any small favorite bling or trim you may want to add.

And that's just the first part of the month!!

Call  (480) 821-3758  today to make your reservations ~

don't wait & miss out on your favorite class!

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