1940's Pin-Up Girls

Last night was another fun and successful "ATC Workshop & Swap"!   At each workshop & swap everyone is always so creative in coming up with incredible ATCs, and last night was no exception.  After lots of  laughter and much recounting, it was even decided that the workshop is so successful that next month we need to make 12 cards so each person will leave with a miniature piece of art showing each other's idea of the monthly theme.

This month's theme was "1940's Pin-Up Girls", and once again, it was exciting to see what everyone did . . . from calendar girls to bedroom girls to movie stars, everyone shared their ideas of what it must have been like to be a "Pin-Up Girl" in the '40s.

TOP ROW: "Demure", Charlotte Fern; "Roper", Marti Chavez; "Calendar Girl", Deborah Schinzel
MIDDLE ROW: "Arizona Maid", Melinda Bush; "Reserved" Sharon Van Dussen;
"Betty Grable", Cheryl Wildman; "Never Trust A Dame", Janis Bush
BOTTOM ROW: "Reporting for Duty!", Charmaine Conway; "Ann Sheridan", Lynda Toresdahl;
"Welcome to My Boudoir", Lyla Hagerty; "Social Butterfly", Donna Anderson
Come in & check out these & all of the 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 now for Thursday, September 13th 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 12 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 - "1960's Music"
(Thursday, September 13th)

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

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

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"!!

(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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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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