The Votes Are In!

Designer "C"
Suzette Ricks

Designer "A"
Cindy Sheldon

All the votes are all in and have been counted in our First Design Team Challenge . . .  and after much deliberation, it's been determined by the judges that it's a draw!!  Each Design Team Member is a WINNER! and will receive a $25.00 Gift Certificate!  Special "thank-yous" go out to all of our fantastic Design Team Members . . . Cindy Sheldon, Lois Lee, Suzette Ricks, Julie Garcia-Matus, and Madeline Bia . . . as well as everyone who cast their votes!

Designer "B"
Lois Lee

Designer "D"
Julie Garia-Matus

Design "E"
Madeline Bia

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The Entries Are In!

What would you create?

Last month, each member of the CraftFusion Design Team was given the challenge of creating a project using the same items given to each Designer . . . 1 sheet of chipboard, 5 pieces of double-sided paper, 3 bottle caps, 6 tickets, 3 manila tags, 1 yard each of 4 laces & trims & punchinella, 5 "naked" flowers, 1 yard of tulle, and a variety of chipboard embellishments.   Each Designer was free to create whatever type of project they wanted . . . cards or page layouts or albums . . . they were limited only by their imaginations!
All Challenges are in and it's now your turn to vote for your favorite.  (Your votes will be based only on the projects themselves; projects will not be labelled with Designers names)  The Designer with the most votes will win a great prize, so be sure to cast your votes!  And while you're checking out the fantastic projects these super talented artists have created, allow yourself to get inspired and pick out your own package of goodies and see what you, too, can create!

  

Be sure to come in and see these great projects!

You'll love them all!

The photos definitely do not do justice!

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What Would You Do . . .

. . . with 1 sheet of chipboard, 5 pieces of double-sided paper, 3 bottle caps, 6 tickets, 3 tags, 1 yard each of 4 laces & trims & punchenella, 5 "naked" flowers, 1 yard of tulle, and a variety of chipboard embellishments?

That's exactly the challenge each member of the CraftFusion Design Team was given for their April project.  Each Designer began with the same package of products and materials, then was asked to create their own masterpiece.  Each Designer was free to create whatever type of project they wanted . . . whether it's cards or page layouts or albums . . . they're only limited by their imaginations!
Oh, yeah . . . did I mention there's also a time limit?  All Challenges have to be turned in no later than April 16th, when each finished project will be put on display for you, our Readers and Customers, to vote for your favorite.  (Your votes will be based only on the projects themselves; projects will not be labelled with Designers names)  The Designer with the most votes will win a great prize, so be sure to cast your votes!
So be on the look out for what these super talented artists can do . . . then come in, get inspired, and pick out your own package and see what you can create! Pin It

Stop in For A Visit!

WHEW!!  It's been a couple of busy weeks here at CraftFusion since our last post . . . for those of you who've come into the store lately, you can attest to that!  All the boxes of new and exciting products have finally been unpacked, and for the most part, put out on the shelves.  We've had to put up new shelves and fixtures and are still doing more to make room, but there's still so much more to do to get everything out!  The classroom has been "amped" up, new paper racks have been lined up for all the wonderful new papers, and the list goes on.  Swing on in and see all the changes . . . you'll hardly recognize the place!  And while you're here, check out our new wide selection of Bazzill cardstock . . . it looks like a rainbow!

Even with all these changes going on, we've finally got our Design Team up and creating!  Let's give them a big round of applause . . . Mandi Bia, Julie Garcia-Matus, Lois Lee, and Cindy Sheldon.  Come in and see the great projects they've made with what you can find in the store . . . from novice to advanced projects, you'll be amazed at what these creative artists have come up with!
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Looking for some adventures in creativity?  Be sure to join us for one of our exciting and fun classes!  From "How-To-Do-It!" to Cardmaking, we've added new teachers and expanded our class schedule . . . just take a peek!  Classroom space is limited, though, so call (480) 821-3758 to make your reservations early and don't miss out on a minute of fun!  We look forward to seeing you!

February is all about "integration".  Join Jack & Cat Curio each Thursday evening this month as they guide you in connecting the dots with the use of your personal computer for your art or crafting business in our popular "How-To-Do-It!" Series.  Reservations must be made in advance and classes will be limited to only 8 people.  You must bring your laptop computer or ipad with wireless connection capability.

·        Thursday, February 16^th, 7:00-8:30pm - "Connecting it All: Twitter, Pinterest, Flickr, RSS Feed, & More" - So you've got all the parts and pieces ready to go for your art or crafting business . . . what now?  Learn how to "connect all the dots" and take out all the mystery of the business lurking behind-the-scenes with personal hands-on guidance.

THESE CLASSES ARE FILLING UP QUICK!!

Saturday, February 18th
10:30am-12:00pm
"INTRO TO BEESWAX COLLAGE"
with  Jack & Cat Curio      Cost: $25.00
Learn the basics in the world of beeswax collage . . . you'll definitely fall in love with this exciting medium!!

Saturday, February 18th
1:00pm-5:00pm
"PARISIAN TRAVELS BEESWAX / ENCAUSTIC COLLAGE"
with  Jack & Cat Curio      Cost: $65.00
The perfect compliment to the morning class . . . continue your adventures in the world of beeswax and create your own beautiful "Parisian" tile.  Why not bring a friend & make a day of it?



THIS CLASS IS SOLD OUT!!

Monday, February 20th
11:00am-1:30pm
"CHEST OF CARDS"
with Stacey Stevenson     Cost: $30.00
Create 6 gorgeous cards perfect for all occasions and 6 gift tags in two designs . . . not to mention the fantastic "chest" to store them all!




BRAND NEW CLASS!!

Saturday, March 3rd
1:00pm-4:00pm
"ALCOHOL INK MARKER INTRO"
with Danielle Johnson     Cost: $25.00
Learn the basics of coloring with your favorite alcohol ink markers . . . from one of the best in the art world!  This class is sure to fill quick, so don't miss your chance to get in on the ground floor with these exciting tools!

Friday, March 9th
11:00am-2:30pm
"BOOK-A-DEX"
with Sandy Diller     Cost: $50.00
Create the perfect place to store all those loose recipes or notes within easy reach!  Join us for a fun day filled with new techniques . . . class fee includes all supplies & lunch!

And the list goes on!!
Don't forget to bookmark the Calendar page
at www.craftfusionaz.com for details on these
and all of our upcoming projects!
To see class samples, stop by the store & take a look . . .
you definitely won't be disappointed!!

Be sure to leave us your comments & suggestions to let us
know how we're doing.  We love hearing from you!

Have a project you've made?  Bring it by & show it off . . .
we'd love to see it!!

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