"It's All About CHOCOLATE!"

Join Cheryl Wildman on Friday, August 10th from 11:00am-4:00pm for the newest installment in her exciting series of retro mini-albums . . . "It's All About CHOCOLATE!"  Filled with fun and humorous embellishments and quotes, you'll create your own unique album designed sure to make everyone laugh out loud with it's chocolate-inspired humor.  You'll learn a new technique of utilizing envelopes & tags that you can use in your future projects as you create this one-of-a-kind album full of retro embellishments, tags, and humorous quotes & sayings.  For everyone who's taken any of Cheryl's earlier album classes, you know each page will be chock full of surprises . . . tags, die cuts, ribbons, trims, and so much more!  With the holidays fast approaching, your finished album will make the perfect gift for anyone on your gift-giving list who loves chocolate and  appreciates retro design and humor . . . or you just may want to keep it for yourself!  Supplies to Bring: Basic Craft Kit (BCK), as well as any of your favorite embellishments, photos, and brads (optional ribbons for binder rings not included).

Cost:  $45.00
SEATING IS LIMITED, so call

(480) 821-3758 NOW to make
your reservations & don't miss a
minute of this exciting class!

Check the Calendar page on the website at www.craftfusionaz.com for more details, or stop in & take a look at the sample . . . you won't be disappointed! Pin It

What's On the Horizon . . .

Check out what we've got lined up for everyone with our new & exciting class calendar!  Make your plans now to join us for your favorites!   Classroom space is limited, though, so make your reservations early so you don't get left out . . . call (480) 821-3758 to save your space!  You'll be glad you did!

Stop by the store & take a look at the class samples . . .

you definitely won't be disappointed!!

WE'RE HAVING A BIRTHDAY!!!

Saturday, August 4th ~ 10:00am to 6:00pm
CraftFusion is turning 1 and we'd like to invite everyone to come by & take part in the celebration!!  We'll have cake & cool beverages for all . . . and special sales & prize drawings every two hours, too! . . . so make your plans now to join us!  We look forward to seeing you all there!

Thursday, August 9th ~ 6:00pm to 8:00pm
"ATC WORKSHOP & SWAP"
Create 10 fun Artist Trading Cards (ATCs) based on a 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 theme: "1940's Pin-Up Girls".
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!

"It's All About CHOCOLATE!" Mini Album

with Cheryl Wildman
Fri., August 10th ~ 11:00am to 4:00pm

Friday, August 10th ~
11:00am to 4:00pm
"IT'S ALL ABOUT THE CHOCOLATE!"
With Cheryl Wildman                  $45.00

Join Cheryl as she helps you create this fun & lively mini album that's all about everyone's favorite food group in "It's All About the CHOCOLATE!"  With her usual wit and humor, you'll learn a new & unique technique of utilizing envelopes & tags to create your own one-of-a-kind mini album.  You're finished album will be full of retro embellishments, tags, and humorous quotes & sayings, perfect for gift giving or to keep for yourself.  Supplies to Bring: Basic Craft Kit (BCK), as well as any of your favorite embellishments, photos, and brads (optional ribbons for binder rings not included).

NEW TEACHER . . . NEW CLASS!

"Steampunk Jewelry - Part 1"

with Jeri Housel
Sat., August 11th ~ 11:00am to 1:30pm

Saturday, August 11th ~ 11:00am to 1:30pm
"STEAMPUNK JEWELRY - PART 1"
With Jeri Housel                  $45.00
Join Jeri & create not 1, but 2 beautiful vintage, Steampunk-inspired necklaces in this new Workshop.  Your completed necklaces will be perfect with any outfit or for any occasion . . . works of arts you'll enjoy for many years to come.  And with the upcoming holiday season fast approaching, what better gifts!  Supplies to Bring: Basic Craft Kit (BCK), including E6000 Adhesive and jewelry tools (round needle nose pliers & cutter).  All other supplies & materials will be provided. 

BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND!
Saturday, August 18th ~ 10:30am to 4:00pm
"STEAMPUNK TAILOR SHOP" Shadowbox
With Charmaine                            $65.00

"Steampunk Tailor Shop" Shadowbox
with Charmaine
Sat., Aug. 18th ~ 10:30am to 4:00pm

Join us for a special workshop & create your own personal "Steampunk Tailor Shop" Shadowbox.  Your shadowbox will bring together the look of old fashioned industry with a Steampunk twist!  Learn new techniques in creating unique faux industrial "stucco" and metal tape finishes, accented with your favorite inks and paint highlights, then add your choice of trims, die cuts, and embellishments to give your tailor shop its own vintage feel.  Your completed tailor shop would make the perfect gift or look great hanging on any wall or sitting on any shelf.  Supplies to Bring: Basic Craft Kit (BCK), including Glossy Accents and alcohol inks (Pitch Black). All other supplies will be provided, but feel free to bring your own detail cutters (Tim Holtz' are best suited) & any favorite embellishments to add your own unique touches.

"Steampunk Jewelry - Part 2"

with Jeri Housel
Wed., Sept. 5th ~ 11:00am to 1:30pm

Wednesday, Sept. 5th ~ 11:00am to 1:30pm
"STEAMPUNK JEWELRY - PART 2"
With Jeri Housel                  $45.00
Have fun with Jeri as you continue your creative tour in the world of Steampunk-inspired jewelry in Part 2 of this exciting Workshop series.  If you enjoyed Part 1, you're going to love Part 2 as you create two more beautiful necklaces that will have all your family & friends asking "where did you get those?"  Supplies to Bring: Basic Craft Kit (BCK), including E6000 Adhesive and jewelry tools (round needle nose pliers & cutter).  All other supplies & materials will be provided. 

Be sure to bookmark the Calendar page at

www.craftfusionaz.com

for more details on these & all of our exciting upcoming classes!

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There's A New Teacher in Town!

"Steampunk Jewelry
Workshop - Part 1"
with Jeri Housel
Saturday ~ Aug. 11th
11:00am-1:30pm

Join Jeri Housel, the newest addition to the CraftFusion family, and create two unique vintage, Steampunk-inspired necklaces that would be perfect for anyone or for any occasion.  Begin with all your favorite Tim Holtz idea-ology Adornments, mix them all together, and you’ll leave with gorgeous works of art you’ll enjoy for many years to come.  And with the holidays fast approaching, you couldn’t ask for more perfect gifts!  Students to Bring: Basic Craft Kit (BCK) including E6000 Adhesive and jewelry tools (round needle nose pliers & cutter).  All other supplies & materials will be provided.  Stop in the store & take a look at the project samples . . . they're FANTASTIC!!

Cost:  $45.00

You absolutely don't want to miss a minute of

this exciting new Workshop!

Call (480) 821-3758 NOW to make your reservations . . .

this Workshop is sure to fill up quick!

And if you like these, watch for more to come in Part 2 of this exciting Workshop Series scheduled for Wednesday, September 5th!

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CraftFusion is Having A Birthday!!

CraftFusion is turning 1 and we'd like to invite everyone to join us on Saturday, August 4th from 10:00am to 6:00pm to help celebrate the special event!!   There will be cake and cool beverages for all . . . special sales & prize drawings every two hours, too! . . . so make your plans now to join us!

Mark the date . . . we look forward to seeing you all there!

10:00am-12:00 noon - 25% off 7 Gypsies "Postale" &
"Antiquaries Postale" Paper Collections

(excludes embellishments, ephemera packs, tapes, & tissues)

12:00pm-2:00pm - 25% off all KaiserCraft &
Prima Marketing Paper Collections

(excludes flowers & embellishments)

2:00pm-4:00pm - 25% off all Authentique &
Teresa Collins Paper Collections

4:00pm-6:00pm - 25% off all Graphic 45 Paper Collections

ALL DAY - take an additional 10% off all Red-Dot Clearance Items 
Watch for other unadvertised sales throughout the day!
(All sales limited to stock on hand)

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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Jack & Cat Curio Present . . . "Time Flies"

It's not too late to make your plans to join everyone's favorite couple, Jack & Cat Curio, for their newest all-day workshop, "Time Flies", next Saturday, July 21st, from 10:30am to 3:30pm.  Let them share their magic with you in creating an intricate and unique Steampunk décor piece as only they can.  You'll learn various hands-on methods for creating texture and color on chipboard, as well as an exciting method for creating your own texturized and dimensional substrate, the perfect foundation for many of your future projects.  Lunch & all supplies will be provided.  Check the Calendar page at ww.craftfusionaz.com for more details, but plan on spending the day with us for what's sure to be a fun-filled day!  Seating will be limited to 10, and there's only a few spaces left, so make your reservations fast!

Cost: $65.00
You definitely do not want to miss out on this exciting new workshop!
Call (480) 821-3758 now to make your reservations before it's full!
Come in & take a look at the project sample . . . it's BEAUTIFUL!!!!

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Come & See What Kim Has Planned for You!

It's still not too late to join Kim McMahon-Rosenberger tomorrow, Saturday, July 14th from 10:30am-2:30pm, and create beautiful, unique cards and your own desk set in her new workshop, "Out of the Box".  Featuring Teresa Collins' "Carolina Breeze" paper collection and embellishments, you'll create gorgeous cards perfect for anyone on your list, tags, and even a Dates-to-Remember book . . . all perfectly coordinated in muted shades of yellows, grays, and blacks, then blinged to the max.  Combine all this with the perfect storage place for everything in a beautiful folding box that also includes a place for your stamps, a pen or pencil and notepad, and you'll always be prepared for any occasion.  You'll even learn new techniques in creating your own exciting embellishments!

"Out of the Box"

with Kim McMahon-Rosenberger
Sat., July 14th ~ 10:30am to 2:30pm

Supplies to Bring: Advanced Craft Kit (ACK), ¼” red tape, and an assortment of your favorite adhesives (including foam tape, glue dots, wet adhesive, & tape runner).  A stylus and standard hole punch will also be helpful, but not required.  All other materials and supplies will be provided.



Seating is limited, so call (480) 821-3758 now to make your reservations and join us for a fun & creative afternoon!





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1920's Phoenix

Last night's "ATC Workshop & Swap" was another great success!  Everyone who came to the workshop created incredible ATCs and had fun sharing their ideas & trading with the others in the swap.  Each person left the workshop with a miniature piece of art showing another person's idea of "1920's Phoenix".  All the bases were covered . . . from swimming in the canals (yes! it was actually a sport in the '20s!!) to some of the oldest buildings still standing in Phoenix today, everyone shared their ideas of what life was like in the "olden days".

BOTTOM ROW: "Hotel Luhrs", Sharon Van Dussen; "Post Office & YMCA 1920", Melinda Bush; "Phoenix Flappers", Donna Anderson
MIDDLE ROW: "Build It & They Will Come", Charmaine Conway; "Hair Goods for Sale" Charlotte Fern; "Hole in the Rock", Janis Bush; "Orpheum Theater-1929 Phoenix", Cheryl Wildman; "In These Shoes?", Charmaine Conway
TOP ROW: "Maricopa County Courthouse", Lynda Toresdahl; "Canal Swimming - 1923", Lylia Hagerty
Come in & check out all these fantastic works of art in the new "ATC Gallery"! 

For those who missed last night's workshop, it's not too early to make your plans now to join us next month.  Mark your calendars for Thursday, August 9th and start “thinking big in a small way”.  Check out the exciting theme and we'll see you then at this NO COST workshop.  From experienced to novice . . . you’ll definitely want to see what it’s all about for yourself!  Bring a friend or two . . . the more the merrier!  Create 10 ATCs using the monthly theme . . . all the same or each one different . . . and come and share with others in a true workshop atmosphere.  Or just come and see what's going on with other artists, ask questions, share information, and become inspired!

Remember to save the date . . . the second Thursday of each month from 6:00pm to 8:30pm . . . we'll see you there!

Next Month's Theme - "1940's Pin-Up Girls"
(Thursday, August 9th)

Upcoming Months -
September 13th ~ "1960's Music"
October 11th ~ "Halloween / Day of the Dead"
November 8th ~ TBD
December 13th ~ "1950's Christmas"
January 10th ~ "Vintage Auld Lange Syne"

And for those of you who'd like to take part in these great workshops, but can't make it in the evenings and would like to come to a daytime workshop, call (480) 821-3758 and let us know.  If there's enough interest, let's pick a day and do it - "Think Big in a Small Way ~ Part 2"!!

Call (480) 821-3758 for more details and information.  We look forward to seeing everyone at this fun & exciting workshop!  Let your imagination & creative juices flow!

(If you can't make the workshop, but still want to take part in the swaps, call and let us know.  We'll be your "Swapper"!  We'd still love to have you participate!)

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Check Out What We Have in Store for You!

Summer is here and with it's high temperatures, we're all looking for ways to keep cool.  Why not join us for a class or two and take a break from the heat?  Classroom space is limited, though, so don't get left out in the scorching heat . . . call (480) 821-3758 now to save your space!  You'll be glad you did!

Stop by the store & take a look at the class samples . . .

you definitely won't be disappointed!!

Thursday, July 12th ~ 6:00pm to 8:00pm
"ATC WORKSHOP & SWAP"
Create 10 fun Artist Trading Cards (ATCs) based on a 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 theme: "1920's Phoenix".




NEW CLASS, NEW TEACHER!
Saturday, July 14th ~ 10:30am to 2:30pm
With Kim McMahon-Rosenberger          $50.00

"Out of the Box"

with Kim McMahon-Rosenberger
Sat., July 14th ~ 10:30am to 2:30pm

Are you looking for something new to do with your papercrafting?  Do you love Teresa Collins’ collection of paper & embellishments, but aren’t quite sure what to do with them?  If you answered “yes” to either, or both, questions, then join Kim for her new "Out of the Box" class as she shares some fun, creativity & loads of inspiration.  During this technique packed class, you’ll create a unique one-of-a-kind box that would be perfect on anyone's desk & includes 4 cards, 3 tags, and even a Dates-to-Remember book . . . all using the “Carolina Breeze” paper collection by Teresa Collins . . . and LOTS of bling.  Supplies to Bring: Advanced Craft Kit (ACK), ¼” red tape, and an assortment of your favorite adhesives (including foam tape, glue dots, wet adhesive, & tape runner).  A stylus and standard hole punch will also be helpful, but not required.  All other materials and supplies will be provided.

"Time Flies"

with Jack & Cat Curio
Sat., July 21st ~ 10:30am to 3:30pm

Saturday, July 21st ~ 10:30am to 3:30pm
With Jack & Cat Curio          $65.00

THEY'RE BACK!!  Jack & Cat Curio, that is!  Join them in their newest workshop, "Time Flies", as they guide you in creating an intricate & unique Steampunk decor piece.  Learn various methods for creating texture & color on chipboard, as well as an exciting method for creating your own textured & dimensional substrate, the perfect foundation for many of your future projects.  All supplies & lunch will be provided.  Seating is limited to 10, so make your reservations early!

SPECIAL EVENT!!!
Friday, August 3rd ~ 11:00am to 2:00pm
With Glitz Designs         $35.00

"French Kiss Banner"

with Glitz Designs
Friday, August 3rd ~ 11:00am to 2:00pm

Join us for a very special event as the Gals from Glitz Designs present their "French Kiss Banner" class.  Class fee also includes a surprise project, designed especially for the event!  Check the Calendar page on the website at www.craftfusionaz.com for more details, but make your plans now to join us.  Seating will be VERY limited ~ make your reservations early!

WE'RE HAVING A PARTY!!!
Saturday, August 4th ~ 10:00am to 6:00pm
CraftFusion is having a birthday!!  CraftFusion is turning 1 and would like to invite everyone to come by & take part in the celebration.  We'll have cake & cool beverages for all . . . special sales & prize drawings every two hours, too! . . . so make your plans now to join us!  We look forward to seeing you all there!

"It's All About CHOCOLATE!" Mini Album

with Cheryl Wildman
Fri., August 10th ~ 11:00am to 4:00pm

Friday, August 10th 
11:00am to 4:00pm
With Cheryl Wildman                  $45.00

Join Cheryl as she helps you create this fun & lively mini album that's all about everyone's favorite food group in "It's All About the CHOCOLATE!"  With her usual wit and humor, you'll learn a new & unique technique of utilizing envelopes & tags to create your own one-of-a-kind mini album.  You're finished album will be full of retro embellishments, tags, and humorous quotes & sayings, perfect for gift giving or to keep for yourself.  Supplies to Bring: Basic Craft Kit (BCK), as well as any of your favorite embellishments, photos, and brads (optional ribbons for binder rings not included).

BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND!
Saturday, August 18th ~ 10:30am to 4:00pm
With Charmaine                            $65.00

"Steampunk Tailor Shop" Shadowbox
with Charmaine
Sat., Aug. 18th ~ 10:30am to 4:00pm

Have you ever wondered where all those Steampunk folks get their outfits?  Well, wonder no more!  Join us for a special workshop & create your own personal "Steampunk Tailor Shop" Shadowbox.  Your shadowbox will bring together the look of old fashioned industry with a Steampunk twist!  Learn new techniques in creating unique faux industrial "stucco" and metal tape finishes, accented with your favorite inks and paint highlights, then add your choice of trims, die cuts, and embellishments to give your tailor shop its own vintage feel.  Your completed tailor shop would make the perfect gift or look great hanging on any wall or sitting on any shelf.  Make your plans now to join us for what's sure to be a fun-filled day!

Be sure to bookmark the Calendar page at

www.craftfusionaz.com

for more details on these & all of our exciting upcoming classes!

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What Are You Doing This Week?

Why not come in out of the heat & join us this week for some fun and keep cool at the same time!  Classroom space is limited, though, so don't get left out  . . . call (480) 821-3758 now to save your space!  You'll be glad you did!

Stop by the store & take a look at the class samples . . .

you definitely won't be disappointed!!

Thursday, July 12th ~ 6:00pm to 8:00pm
"ATC WORKSHOP & SWAP"
Create 10 fun Artist Trading Cards (ATCs) based on a 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 theme: "1920's Phoenix".

"Domino Pendant" with Judy Wood
Friday, July 13th ~ 10:30am-1:30pm 

Friday, July 13th ~ 10:00am to 1:30pm
With Judy Wood                          $35.00

Join us for this exciting class & create your own beautiful "Domino Pendant" as Judy teaches you new techniques in creating unique jewelry pieces out of dominoes that would make the perfect gift or look great with any outfit.  Supplies to Bring: Basic Craft Kit (BCK), including scissors, paper distressor, various glues (including Glossy Accents) & any small pieces of 3D bling you'd like to add to your pendant to make it truly unique.  Make your plans now to join us for what's sure to be a fun-filled morning!

NEW CLASS, NEW TEACHER!
Saturday, July 14th ~ 10:30am to 2:30pm
With Kim McMahon-Rosenberger          $50.00

"Out of the Box"

with Kim McMahon-Rosenberger
Sat., July 14th ~ 11:00am to 3:00pm

Are you looking for something new to do with your papercrafting?  Do you love Teresa Collins’ collection of paper & embellishments, but aren’t quite sure what to do with them?  If you answered “yes” to either, or both, questions, then join Kim for her new "Out of the Box" class as she shares some fun, creativity & loads of inspiration.  During this technique packed class, you’ll create a unique one-of-a-kind box that would be perfect on anyone's desk & includes 4 cards, 3 tags, and even a Dates-to-Remember book . . . all using the “Carolina Breeze” paper collection by Teresa Collins . . . and LOTS of bling.  Supplies to Bring: Advanced Craft Kit (ACK), ¼” red tape, and an assortment of your favorite adhesives (including foam tape, glue dots, wet adhesive, & tape runner).  A stylus and standard hole punch will also be helpful, but not required.  All other materials and supplies will be provided.

Be sure to bookmark the Calendar page at

www.craftfusionaz.com

for more details on these & all of our exciting upcoming classes!

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They've Arrived . . . Get Yours Now!!

Tim Holtz's newest Limited Edition Distress Inks for Summer have arrived at CraftFusion!

With three new, gorgeous colors to add to your collection . . . Picked Raspberry, Mowed Lawn, & Salty Ocean . . . you can almost taste and smell the colors!  You'll definitely make all your projects pop with these beautiful new colors!  And . . . there'll be re-inkers!!

We've received only a very limited amount of these gorgeous new inks, so if you'd like to add a set to your ink collection, be sure to come in or call the store quick to save yours.  We're taking names and they'll be given out on a first come, first serve basis.  Remember . . . when they're gone, they're gone for good!  Don't wait & miss your chance!

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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Halloween Is In the Air!

IT'S HERE!!  What Halloween would be complete without Graphic 45’s new paper collection, “A Happy Haunting”?  With its cute vintage look and feel, and warm blacks, purples, & oranges, this is another collection you'll absolutely fall in love with . . . you'll definitely want to get started right away working on all those spooky projects you've been waiting to do!  But it's going fast, so if you want yours before it's gone, RUN . . . don't walk! . . . and pick yours up today!  Or call the store at (480) 821-3758 to reserve yours now!

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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Happy Birthday to the USA ! ! !

In observance of the Fourth of July holiday,
 CraftFusion will be closed
Wednesday, July 4th
& will reopen Thursday, July 5th at 10:00am

Have a Safe Holiday &
enjoy the time with family and friends

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