Command Performance for CHOCOLATE!

Join Cheryl Wildman on Friday, October 19th from 11:00am-4:00pm in a "Command Performance" of her 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 new techniques 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 anyone 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!  And as a bonus, Cheryl will also be sharing a special demo on creating the fabric blooms that adorn the front cover!
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
"It's All About CHOCOLATE!"
with Cheryl Wildman
SEATING IS LIMITED, so call

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

Check the Workshop 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!

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"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

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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What Can You Do With a Domino?

"Domino Pendant"
with Judy Wood
Fri., July 13th ~ 10:00am-1:30pm 

Are you looking for a unique new addition to add to your jewelry collection?  Then join Judy Wood on Friday, July 13th from 10:00am to 1:30pm and create your own beautiful "Domino Pendant" that would be perfect as a gift or with any outfit.  Yes!, it's a domino!  Follow Judy as she shares how to alter a "plain-Jane" domino with papers, inks, and paints, before embellishing each one with metal embellishments and bling.  Each one will definitely be a one-of-a-kind and unique work of art that everyone will be envious of!  Bring your Basic Craft Kit, including scissors, paper distressor, various glues (including Glossy Accents), any small pieces of 3D bling you'd like to add for your own special touch, and plan on having fun creating!  All other materials and supplies will be provided.

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

What's New?

Check out our new red banner!

Come on by and check out all the new and exciting changes & additions we've been busy making here at CraftFusion . . . inside & out!  You'll hardly recognize the place!

Once again, boxes and boxes of new items have been arriving over the past few weeks . . . and the shelves are almost full to capacity!  In fact, we've had to add new shelves for all the new items and still we're overflowing with all the exciting things now in stock!  So, if you're in the neighborhood, swing on in for a visit & a terrific selection of whatever you need for all your projects . . . from A to Z . . . and everything in between . . . we're sure to have just what you need!  And if you don't see it, just ask!  Here's just a sampling of some of the great things you're going to find . . .

·        Sizzix Dies ~ big and small, perfect for all your diecutting needs!	·        New Papers of Every Variety ~ from retro to gorgeous, perfect for any project!
·        Ribbons & Trims ~ lacy, polka dots, velvet   . . . you name it, our collection is growing!	·        Authentique ~ great new Fresh & Glory Collections, perfect for the summer!
·        FabScraps ~ gorgeous papers in creamy reds, blacks & ivory, perfect for beautiful albums!	·        Time Holtz ~ can you say adornments?  Not to mention papers, trims, & inks!
·        Stampendous ~ exciting new line of stamps with that vintage feel!	·        Graphic 45 ~ a full selection of everyone’s favorite collections!

"Classic" from FabScraps

"Glory" by Authentique

"Fresh" by Authentique

                                                     

New Stampendous Stamps &
Tim Holtz Alterations Dies

We have GIFT CERTIFICATES, too!!

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

(s/w corner of Alma School & Elliot Rds in the Mervyn’s Plaza ~ between Zoe's Quilts & Catherine's)

(480) 821-3758

Tuesday - Saturday 10:00am-6:00pm
Closed Sunday & Monday
Watch for the new bright red PAPER ARTS banner!
Leave us a comment & let us know how we're doing . . .
we'd love to hear from you!

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Come in From the Heat . . .

Can you believe it . . . tomorrow is the first day of summer?!?  What are your plans for keeping cool as the temperatures rise this summer?  Why not save a few dollars on your A/C bill at home and spend time with us for one of our exciting classes and take advantage of our air conditioning?  Classroom space is limited, so don't be left out in the scorching heat with those triple-digit temps . . . 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!!

Saturday, June 23rd ~ 11:00am to 3:00pm
With Madeline Bia                            $45.00

"Vintage Blue Mini Album"

with Madeline Bia ~ Sat., June 23rd

11:00am to 3:00pm

Create your own beautiful, vintage inspired "Vintage Blue Mini 
Album", featuring Glitz Design's "Vintage Blue" paper collection in stunning hues of blues and golds.  Add your own special personal touches of distressing, paints, and inks. them embellish it with gorgeous tags and die cuts, trims, lace, and bling, and you'll have an album everyone will be talking about.  This one-of-a-kind album will be the perfect place to display your photos or journal your secret thoughts!  Bring your Basic Craft Kit and spend a great day creating!  Class fee includes all other materials and supplies, as well as lunch.

Monday, July 2nd ~ 10:30am to 4:00pm
With Charmaine                            $65.00

"Steampunk Tailor Shop" Shadowbox
with Charmaine
Monday, July 2nd ~ 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!

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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"Vintage Blue" with Madeline

All your friends will be asking, "What a beautiful album!  Where did you get it?"

"Vintage Blue Mini Album" with Madeline Bia
Saturday, June 23rd ~ 11:00am to 3:00pm

Join Madeline Bia on Saturday, June 23rd from 11:00am to 3:00pm and create your own beautiful, vintage inspired "Vintage Blue Mini Album", featuring Glitz Design's "Vintage Blue" paper collection.  Your finished album will shine with its stunning hues of blues and golds, as well as your own special personal touches of distressing, paints, and inks.  Embellish it with gorgeous tags and die cuts, trims, lace, and bling, and you'll have an album everyone will be talking about.  This one-of-a-kind album will be the perfect place to display your photos or journal your secret thoughts!  Bring your Basic Craft Kit and spend a great day creating!  Class fee includes all other materials and supplies, as well as lunch.

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

Retro Is In!

"Retro Housework Mini-Album"
with Cheryl Wildman
Friday, May 18th ~ 11:00am-4:00pm

Join Cheryl Wildman on Friday, May 18th from 11:00am-4:00pm for her next installment of exciting series of retro mini-albums . . . "Retro Housework Mini-Album".  Filled with fun and humorous embellishments and quotes, you'll create an unique album designed sure to make everyone chuckle.  You'll be smiling as you learn the construction and follow Cheryl's techniques in creating this incredible keepsake with its warm look and feel of days gone by.  For those who took Cheryl's "Retro Kitchen Mini-Album", you know that every page will be chock full of surprises . . . tags, die cuts, ribbons, trims, and so much more!  This album will make the perfect gift for anyone isn't exactly enthralled with housework, or who appreciates retro design and humor!

Check the Calendar page on the website at www.craftfusionaz.com for more details, but call (480) 821-3758 now to make your reservations . . . these classes fill fast and with limited seating, you won't want to miss out! Pin It

Denim & Roses . . .

"Shabby Chic Album" with Madeline Bia
Friday, April 27th ~ 11:00am to 3:00pm

What a perfect combination!  Join Madeline Bia on Friday, April 27th from 11:00am-3:00pm and create your own gorgeous vintage inspired "Shabby Chic Album".  Featuring the "Beautiful Dreamer" paper collection from Glitz, you'll shabby it up with Zutter's distressed cardboards, add a touch of acrylic paint, then bind it up using Zutter's Bind-It-All.  Toss in a bit of pearls, add some lace, ribbons, and denim, and you'll have created your own fabulously sweet, one-of-a-kind album complete with embellishments of paper and denim "blooms" you've created yourself for the perfect spot to display your photos or journal your secret thoughts.  Remember, Mother's Day is just around the corner and your completed album would make the perfect gift for any Mom or Grandmother on your list!

Students will need to bring their Basic Craft Kit along with a wet glue (3-in-1 works great for the denim flowers!), and Tim Holtz' Distress Inks in Worn Lipstick, Broken China, and Shabby Shutters.  Class fee includes all other materials and supplies, as well as lunch.

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

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Frame It Up . . .

"Collage Photo Decor" with Madeline Bia
Thursday, April 5th ~ 5:00pm-8:00pm

Have you ever wanted to display a photo in something other than your ordinary, everyday, run-of-the-mill picture frame?  We have the perfect solution for you . . . "Collage Photo Decor" with Madeline Bia.  Join Madeline on Thursday, April 5th from 5:00pm to 8:00pm as she shares the magic in creating this beautiful and unique way of displaying those precious photos.  Be prepared to get messy as she helps you decorate, paint, and bling your photo board to perfection using layers of papers, paints, and embellishments.  When finished, your board will be unique with all the personal touches you add.  Perfect for any home decor, your photo board would also make the perfect gift for a special someone, too!  Remember, Mother's Day is just around the corner!

Call (480) 821-3758 now to make your reservation and join us for a fun & creative evening . . . you won't be disappointed! Pin It

We're Proud to Present . . .

We're very lucky to have two new teachers joining the CraftFusion family . . . Mindy Park and Madeline Bia.  Both ladies are extremely talented artists and we couldn’t be happier that they’ve chosen to join us!

Mindy will be sharing her artistic talents in collage and surface techniques . . . teaching new tips and techniques, as well as reinforcing current ones, everything from bling to ink.  Examples of her talents can be seen on her website at www.pictureperfectphotoarts.com . . . take a look!

Madeline is an avid papercrafter and will be sharing her talents ranging from page layouts and design to rusting techniques.  Madeline's also a member of the CraftFusion Design Team, so plan a visit to the store to take a look at her fantastic projects . . . both as Class Samples and Design Team projects . . . and check out her distinct style!

Be sure to check the Calendar page at www.craftfusionaz.com for all the details on the amazing projects both of these fantastic artists will be sharing with you.  Call (480) 821-3758 to make your reservations . . . you won’t want to miss a second!

Thursday, March 29th
6:00-8:30pm
"BON VOYAGE LUGGAGE TAGS"
with Mindy Park                Cost: $30.00
Learn new techniques & create three gorgeous tags perfect for your carry-on luggage or craft totes . . . they're even personalized with your name!

Thursday, April 5th
5:00-8:00pm
"SHABBY CHIC PHOTO BOARD"
with Madeline Bia             Cost: $35.00
Create your own unique photo frame perfect for any home decor . . . it's absolutely gorgeous!

Friday, April 27th
5:00-8:00pm
"SPRING ALBUM"
with Madeline Bia             Cost: $40.00
You'll love this sweet 8"x8" album that'll be prefect for all your photos or even journal entries . . . full of gorgeous blooms & trims!

Welcome, Ladies!!

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How Does Your Garden Grow?

"Vintage Paper Flowers"
Friday, March 30th ~ 11:00am - 1:00pm

Back by popular demand!  Join Cheryl Wildman this Friday, March 30th from 11:00am to 1:00pm for this always popular class, "Vintage Paper Flowers".  Spend the morning with Cheryl as she shares her secrets and tips to making the perfect paper flower using dies and punches.  Perfect for all your papercrafting projects . . . albums, cards, layouts, even magnets and hair ornaments! . . . create your own unique garden of paper blooms with beautiful papers and gorgeous embellishments.
There are only a few seats left, so call (480) 821-3758 to make your reservations before they're all gone!  Check the Calendar page on the website at http://www.craftfusionaz.com/ for more details, but plan on joining us for a fun and creative morning . . . you won't be disappointed! Pin It

Bling It Up With Mindy!

"Bon Voyage Luggage Tags"
Thursday, March 29th ~ 6:00-8:30pm

How many times have you wanted your luggage or tote bag to stand out from everyone else's?  We have the perfect solution for you . . . "Bon Voyage Luggage Tags" with Mindy Park.  Join Mindy on Thursday, March 29th from 6:00pm to 8:30pm as she shares the magic of creating your very own, personalized gorgeous tags.  She'll help you decorate, ink, and bling each tag to perfection so there'll be no mistaking or confusing your bags in among those "ordinary" ones.  Each set of tags would make the perfect gift for a special someone, too!
Call (480) 821-3758 soon to make your reservations!  Stand out from the crowd and join us for a great creative evening . . . you won't be disappointed! Pin It

Check Out All That's New at CraftFusion!

It's been awhile since our last posting, but it's been a busy, busy time here at CraftFusion.  Boxes and boxes and more boxes of new products have been arriving over the past few weeks . . . and are continuing to arrive!  In fact, we had to "remodel" a wee bit to add space for all the new items and still the shelves are overflowing with all the exciting items now in stock! So, if you're in the neighborhood, swing on in for a terrific selection of whatever you need for all your projects . . . from A to Z . . . Authentique to Zutter and everything in between . . . we're sure to have just what you need!  And if you don't see it, just ask!  Here's just a sampling of some of the great things you're going to find . . .

·        Sizzix Dies ~ big and small, perfect for all your diecutting needs!	·        New Papers of Every Variety ~ from retro to gorgeous, perfect for any project!
·        Ribbons & Trims ~ lacy, polka dots, velvet . . . you name it, we’re sure to have it!	·        7 Gypsies ~ from Epherma to Tissue Papers, a great selection of all things Gypsy!
·        Teresa Collins ~ beautiful papers to bling, perfect for beautiful albums!	·        Time Holtz ~ can you say adornments?  Not to mention papers, trims, & inks!
·        Glitz ~ glamorous papers as only Glitz can do!	·        Graphic 45 ~ a full selection of everyone’s favorite collections!

And that's just what's been unpacked so far!!

There's still boxes and boxes to go!!

We have GIFT CERTIFICATES, too!!

2986 No. Alma School Rd. #4

Chandler, AZ  85224

(s/w corner Alma School & Elliot Rds in the Mervyn’s Plaza)

(480) 821-3758

Mon-Sat 10:00am-7:00pm

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Don't Miss Out . . . "Journey to OZ" With Us!

Time is running short, so to make your reservations now

and don't miss out on this fun-tastic class!

Saturday, September 24th   from 10:30 am - 3:30 pm

"Journey to OZ Album & Workbook"                $70.00
Follow the yellow brick road . . . and join Jack & Cat Curio, our favorite Design Team Members for Graphic 45, as they guide you into the Realm of OZ with their newest project using Graphic's "Magic of OZ" paper collection.

In this workshop, each student will be given a kit filled with paper, embellish-ments, trims, and more to create their own fabulous Emerald City three-ring chipboard album.  Don't miss out on a day filled with glitter techniques, giveaways, and wonderful OZ-like creativity.  Supplies to Bring: Feel free to bring your favorite detail cutters and adhesive.  Lunch and all other supplies will be provided. Pin It

Bad News . . . Good News!

The Friday, September 23rd "Halloween Mini-Album" class with Dana Edwards has sold out!  Not to worry, though . . . Dana has agreed to a command performance with two sessions on Friday, October 28th!!  If you want to create this wonderful album with Dana, be sure to make your reservations right away so you don't miss out.  Halloween is fast approaching and this will be your last chance for this year!

New Date & Times:
     Friday, October 28th
       First Session: 10:30 am - 2:00 pm
       Second Session: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Class Fee: $38 (incl. all supplies & lunch)

Come & join in the fun!

Call (480) 821-3758 or come into the store now

to make your reservations

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Art from Dominoes You Ask?

Saturday, September 17th 
from 10:00 am - 12:00 noon

Project courtesy of Susan Loef

"Beginning Altered Dominoes"  $35.00
Join Judy Wood as she shares a variety of easy-to-do techniques with you to create your own beautiful altered dominoes.  Use your favorite completed dominoes to make a small framed collage for yourself or as a gift for a friend of family member.  You'll ink, glitter, and bling your project to make it your own - each project will be unique!  Supplies to Bring with You: wood frame without glass and any special bling you might want to add (suggested frame sizes: 3-1/2" x 5", 4" x 6", or 5" x 7").  All other items will be provided. Pin It