We've Added New Classes

We've added new classes to our schedule.  Give us a call and sign up before they are full.

Spring Mixed Media Clock
Join us in creating this vintage inspired Spring clock.  Class details can be found HERE.

Interactive Cards
We'll be making four different, interactive cards in this class including the ever popular Pop Up Box card that Joy posted in our Creative Community.  This card folds flat, fits into and A2 envelope, and pops open once it's taken out of the envelope.  Below, is my version I created for the class.  Class details can be found HERE.

Class includes all measurements and step by step directions for creating all four projects.

Like the card above, this card fold flat and fits into an A2 envelope.  Once removed from the envelope, the flower slides up creating a base for standing.

Spring Mixed Media Blocks
We'll paper piece and paint 2x4 blocks, transforming them into sweet Spring art.  Gift to a friend, or use to add some Spring art to your home.  Class details can be found HERE.

Mixed Media Butterfly Canvas
This class was so popular, we've decided to repeat it.  We still have a few spots available if you're interested, give us a call ASAP.  I'm sure it will be full soon.  Details for this class can be found HERE.

Mixed Media Box

Join us for this fun mixed media technique.  We'll layer, paint, spray, and ink miscellaneous embellishments atop a paper mache box.  Don't miss it.  It's almost full and it's going to be fun.  Class details can be found HERE.

Spring Workshop

It's almost full.  We have two or three spots left on Sunday.  If you'd like to attend, give us a call so we can sign you up.  You'll be sad if you miss it.  Details can be found HERE.

 

Copic Marker Classes

Don't miss our Copic Marker Class for coloring skin and hair.  Class details can be found HERE.

Our May class for coloring images to appear black or white is also available for sign up.  Class details can be found HERE.

Spring Exploding Box

This class was so popular we are repeating it.  We only have a few spots left, so give us a call if you'd like to sign up.  Class details can be found HERE.

MFT Stamps Best Friends

I was inspired this past weekend to create something with my Copic markers.  This stamp set from MFT Stamps has been sitting on my craft table so, I decided to make a card using her.  Isn't she adorable?

Enjoy!

Copic Markers Used:
BG10, 15, 13, 49
E00, 11, 21
YG63, 67
G28
E41, 43, 47
R20, 32, and 85

What's New Wednesday

Lots of fun stuff this week....

Tim Holtz Idea-ology products have arrived.  Here are a few of my favorites.

 

Prima stamps...perfect for art journaling!  Can't wait to play with these.

We have the NEW Spring collection from Doodlebug Designs along with these fun Chevron Glittered papers.

New dies  and coordinating stamps from Technique Tuesday.  These are great for Project Life / pocket scrapbooking!!

 

You can also view Ryan's What's New Video below, for a peek at more new products.

Ryan's What's New Video Link

Our FREE Friday "Make and Take" is back!  Join us this Friday, anytime between 5PM and 7PM.  We'll be making the card shown below.

 

We have a couple spots still available in our Spring Explosion Box, repeat class.  This class was so popular, we decided to offer it a second time.  Give us a call and sign up before it's full.  Class details can be found HERE.

Some fun things you may have missed this week:

1.  We posted a watercolor tutorial on our blog.  You can view it HERE.
2.  View our Spring card using the Embellished Egg stamp and die set from MFT HERE.
3.  Another cute Spring card HERE.

Watch your email in box tomorrow for our March Class Calendar update.  We have some great, new classes to share with you.

Watercolor with Distress Ink

I thought I'd stick with our watercolor challenge this month and share a simple technique for getting those wonderful watercolor backgrounds.  I used Tim Holtz Distress Ink from Ranger for this particular project.  Step by step images and instructions can be found below the images of the cards.

Step One:  I "squished" Squeezed Lemonade, Picked Raspberry, and Spiced Marmalade onto my non-stick craft mat from Ranger.

Step Two:  I sprayed the inked area with my spray bottle until the ink beaded up as shown below.

Step Three:  I "smooshed" my paper into the wet ink.  I like to use the Mixed Media Paper from Strathmore.  However, you could also use watercolor paper for this technique.

Step Four:  I turned my paper over and tilted it from side to side to move the ink.

Step Five:  I then dried the ink with my heat tool.

Step Six:  You can stop here if you like.  I didn't.  I wanted more color variations and puddles.  So, I dipped several select areas of the paper back into the remaining wet ink.

Step Seven:  Dry again with the heat tool.

This would make a beautiful background for a card.  I used it to die cut two Easter Eggs and create the card shown at the top of this post.  I'll be posting a card on Saturday using this same technique for a background.

Additional Supplies Used:
Die-namics Embellished Eggs from MFT Stamps
Embellished Eggs stamp set from MFT Stamps
Spring Backgrounds stamp set from MFT STamps
Enamel Dots

FREE Friday "Make and Take"

Join us this Friday, between 5PM and 7PM for our FREE "Make and Take".  We'll be making the fun card shown below.

Make and Take is available while supplies last.

Supplies Used:
Dandelion Dye Ink
Die-namics Sun Ray from MFT Stamps
Good Day Stamp Set from Technique Tuesday and Ali Edwards
Lemon Zest Dylusions Ink Spray

March Challenge- Watercolor

It's March 1st, and that means, it's time for a new challenge over at our Doodlebugs Creative Community Facebook Group.  Join us this month by posting your watercolor inspired card or project.  I'll be posting inspiration all month long using a variety of fun products.  Watch for projects using Inktense Pencils, Tim Holtz Distress Inks, Gelatos, Twinkling H2O's, and anything else I can find to give me a watercolor look. 

So, grab a cup of tea or coffee and head over to our Pinterest Watercolor Board for some inspiration.  Then get out your supplies and create something fun.  Don't forget to post a picture of your project in our Doodlebugs Creative Community.  Use the hashtag #dbwatercolor in your description.  We'll randomly choose one post at the end of the month and give them a $10 gift certificate.

Have fun!

MFT Stamps- Embellished Eggs

More Spring inspiration today.  I've been playing with these fun stamp and die sets from MFT Stamps.  This card is perfect for Easter! 

You can find more inspiration using this set HERE and HERE.

Enjoy!

Supplies Used:
Enamel Dots from My Mind's Eye
Tsukineko Dye Ink- Angel Pink, Bamboo Leaves and London Fog
Rim Holtz/ Ranger Distress Ink- Broken China and Squeezed Lemonade