Brand New to the Calendar!

"Mixed Media Canvas"
The Newest Workshop from Gayl Staffler

Saturday ~ July 8, 2017

10:00am – 4:00pm

Cost:  $45.00

Join Gayl as she returns with another gorgeous mixed media canvas!  Begin by creating a background on a 6" x 6" cradle-style canvas that will feature a bejeweled Relics and Artifacts heart.  Relics and Artifacts are those beautiful cast resin pieces created by Sandra Evertson (www.sandraevertson.com) that are just crying out to be decorated.  Enhance your project with the new Artisan Powders by Frank Garcia from Prima Marketing, as well as the new Finnabair Art Waxes and Sparks paints.  These new paints are sheer pastel, with colors to absolutely die for!  Gayl will also be sharing her own unique style of using everyday household items, such as nuts and bolts, to kick up your design.  She'll also provide you with some tips and tricks about adding glitter, stones, and beads to your piece for just the right pizzazz, all of which promises to add up to a day of mixed media fun!  From beginning to end, you'll have the opportunity to experiment and test techniques to see how they work with your personal crafting style.  Everything about this Workshop spells out fun, so call now to save your space it sells out!  SEATING IS LIMITED TO ONLY 8 students!

Supplies to Bring:  Craft sheet or mat; heat tool; plus any special embellishments you'd like to add to personalize your project.  All other materials and supplies will be provided.

 

Photos don't begin to do this
beautiful canvas justice . . .
stop in & see the project sample!
     
Call now to sign up for this
exciting 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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Stars of CHA 2017!

As promised, here's the last segment of our Creativation 2017 (CHA) Adventure from last month.  Check out some of the celebrities and stars we happened to run across and meet.  Can you guess who they all are?  Who's your favorite?

Dyan Reavely of Dylusions fame

Susan Lenart Kazner ~ ICE Resin

Our "hometown" girl ~ Dina Wakley

Mario Rossi ~ Tim's "right hand man"

Frank Garcia ~ Prima Marketing

Andy Skinner ~  DecoArt Media
(The UK's answer to Tim Holtz)

And in the category of  "I HATE having my photo taken!" . . .

Debby Schuh ~ Watch for her special visit this July!

The Man himself ~ Tim Holtz

Disclaimer:

For those of you who are familiar with me, you know I am somewhat "height challenged".  Please forgive me for the "artistic" photo angles . . . they were unintentional.  At times, it was necessary to reach the camera over my head without the advantage of looking through the viewfinder to be able to snap photos while running or walking past, or while others were also admiring these amazing celebs, hold my breath, and just point & shoot, hoping for the best!

And that wraps up our Creativation 2017 (CHA) Adventures.
We hope you enjoyed these small glimpses into all the
fun and excitement we felt and enjoyed.
A new countdown begins . . . and we can't wait!
Only 337 days, 16 hours, and 46 minutes 'til Creativation 2018!

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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Ooh La La . . . Projects CHA 2017 Style!

As promised, here's an inside glimpse of just some of the fantastic projects and samples we saw during our Creativation (CHA) Adventure created by some of our favorite artists.  Take a peek . . . we'd love to know which ones are your favorites!

Graphic 45 . . .

Clearscraps . . .

Prima . . .

Ranger & Tim Holtz . . .

DecoArt Media & Andy Skinner . . .

Disclaimer:

For those of you who are familiar with me, you know I am somewhat "height challenged".  Please forgive me for the "artistic" photo angles . . . they were unintentional.  At times, it was necessary to reach the camera over my head without the advantage of looking through the viewfinder to be able to snap photos while others were also admiring the projects, hold my breath, and just point & shoot, hoping for the best!

Stay tuned for photos of some of the exciting

personalities we ran across at the Show . . .

coming in a new post soon!

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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Burlap & French . . . Oh, My!

“Heritage Clipboard Album” Workshop

with Sherry Bamsey

Saturday ~ September 12, 2015

10:00am – 4:30pm

Cost:  $70.00  (includes lunch)

  

Join Sherry in her latest Workshop as you create this unique vertical album incorporating a clipboard.  Featuring Prima's and Frank Garcia's warm and beautiful, ”The Archivist” paper collection, you'll travel back in time with all the wonderful papers and embellishments included as part of the collection.  Your six-page album will be assembled, then bound using the Cinch binding system, and mounted on a French scripted burlap covered clipboard.  Your finished album will also feature SN@P pocket pages, providing you even more photo or journaling spaces.  Sherry will be sharing the how-to's of using the new We R Memory Keepers Fuse Tool to create 2"x2" pockets on one of the SN@P pages, giving you the perfect spot for buttons, sequins, confetti, glitter, beads, or whatever small treasures you'd like to add.  In addition, Sherry will also show you how to create envelope type pockets using the We R Memory Keepers Envelope Punch Board.  Everything you'll need to successfully complete your album will be provided, but if you're invited to bring any special pieces of ephemera, jewelry, buttons, charms, or laces to make your album unique.  If you’re looking for that perfect gift for an upcoming wedding, anniversary, or any other special occasion, this wonderful album fits the bill!  With its multiple layers, your finished album will provide that special place for you to keep all your special memories and treasured photos, along with so much more!  Make your reservations early because SEATING IS LIMITED TO 8 students only, and this Workshop is already almost full!  Call now to save your space and don’t miss your chance to create this gorgeous and unique album!

 

 

Supplies to Bring:  Basic Craft Kit (BCK), including craft sheet; paper trimmer; scissors; corner rounder; ruler; your favorite wet and dry adhesives (i.e. tape runner, Scor-Tape, etc.); dimensional pop dots; and your favorite ink (Sherry used Vintage Photo) with blending tool.

Stop in to see the project sample . . .

we guarantee you won't be disappointed!

CraftFusion

(480) 821-3758

2986 No. Alma School Rd. #4 ~ Chandler, AZ 85224

s/w corner of Alma School & Elliot Roads behind Bank of America

(located next to Catherine's & King Buffet)

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

www.craftfusionaz.com

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What Happens at CHA Doesn’t Always Stay at CHA!

As many of you know, we had the opportunity to travel to Anaheim, California a few weeks ago to attend the Craft & Hobby Association Convention & Trade Show . . . better known as CHA.  What an amazing adventure!  From the time we walked into the airport here in Phoenix to board our plane until the time we walked out 5 days later to catch our ride home, it was constant go, go, go!  Here are just a few highlights . . .

Smooth sailing to
Orange County!

Coming in for landing at
Orange County Airport

Our adventure begins . . .

 

Beating the crowds with
early registration

The crowds grow through
the evening

Friday Night's Block Party . . .
some were a bit more active than others!

Mr. Tim Holtz, himself!

Dyan Reaveley in the house!

Andy Skinner, U.K.'s
answer to Tim Holtz

idea-ology!  Row after row . . .

after row, after row!

Everyone's favorite returns
from Graphic 45!

Watch for new & exciting
things coming soon from Graphic 45!

Finnabair joins the group
at Prima

New paper collections arrive
from FabScraps!

Homeward bound . . .

Even though there was so much to see and do at the Convention . . . major information and product overload and a bit overwhelming, for sure! . . . we all came home inspired and enthusiastic to share all that we learned and saw with you in the upcoming months in new Workshops. 

On a personal note, I’d like to extend a very special “thank you” to Dana Edwards and Sherry Bamsey for embarking on this adventure with me.  Without either of these very special women, CHA would most likely have been like so many other conventions I’ve attended in the past.  While it wasn’t quite a “Thelma & Louise” adventure, it was definitely exciting and I, for one, am already looking forward to a return visit next year!

Stay tuned for photos of some fantastic projects

created by some of your favorite artists . . .

coming in a new post soon!

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