Whether you have never touched a paper trimmer or you are the Queen of the Crop, Stamp & Scrapbook Expo has a workshop for you. We offer workshops for everyone from brave beginners to the most advanced paper crafters and everyone in between.
Please review the workshop description as it will have specific items that will be required for your class. These general items may also be beneficial to have on hand, although not all of the items will be used in every workshop: 12 x 12 paper trimmer, scissors, hole punch, paper piercer, distressing ink pad, and a variety of adhesives such as glue dots, liquid adhesive, tape runner, foam dots. Baby wipes are also nice for your convenience.
Workshops will be listed approximately 2 weeks before pre-registration.
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The fine print:
Seats in the workshop rooms are for guests who have purchased a ticket to attend that particular workshop. Only those guests who have a paid workshop ticket for that particular workshop may be in the room at the time the workshop begins. Unfortunately we do not allow any persons to stand in on or sit in the workshop rooms unless they have a paid ticket to that workshop (including children.) Babes in arms are the only exception. Missed workshops are not refundable.
You must attend the workshop to receive the workshop kit. Kits are exclusive to the workshop and are not sold outside the classroom. You may inquire with the instructor between workshops or at the end of their workshop day to request a kit. Sometimes, the kits are not relevant without the instruction in the class. Often instructors do not have kits in their booths to distribute. It is between you and the instructor to receive a kit without the actual teaching time included.
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2015 San Diego, CA | Workshops
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12x12'' Canvas Art |
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Get out of the box and create a work of art with our NEW Gypsy Road papers and a 12x12" stretched canvas. You will learn to make a 3-D rolled photo frame and vellum flowers, plus use 5 of our NEW gorgeous rustic metal flowers ranging from 1.5" to 3.5", earthy canvas ribbon, bling and pearl brads. You will love this work of art that will grace your wall and you will be the envy of your scrapping friends! This class is a must!
What products will be highlighted: Rustic metal flowers, canvas ribbon, Powder Puff Chalk Inks What will I learn or complete: You will finish a 12x12: stretched canvas with all the trimmings, ready to hang on the wall. What do I need to bring: Please bring paper trimmer, scissors, double sided adhesive, hole punch, pop dots, plus 3 in 1 glue by Beacons, Powder Puff Chalk Inks: Bloody Mary, Rusty Nail, Amaretto and Mocha Mama. Repeating rubber stamp optional. What techniques will I learn or use: Making a rolled frame that will house a 5x7 photo or a 4x6 photo along with chalking metal and using vellum to make flowers. |
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A Beginner's Guide to Calligraphy |
1 Hour Workshop |
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A lovely hand addressed card or envelope is a lost art! Add a personal touch to holiday cards, wedding invitations, or any correspondence with traditional Calligraphy. This technique based class will introduce you to Old English style Calligraphy. This is not italic, but rather the more traditional style (think newspaper mastheads). The lower case alphabet will be practiced, with like letters shown together so you can begin to master the basic skills needed to form letters. You will receive a felt tipped Calligraphy pen to keep (great for left or right handers), practice papers with guides, a set of note cards with envelopes to embellish with "thank you", and a bonus sheet of the upper case letters to try at home.
What products will be highlighted: Technique based class focusing on Calligraphy style writing. We will touch on pens and choices of writing instruments. What will I learn or complete: This will be an overview of the alphabet, and students will leave with their practice papers and a set of note cards. What do I need to bring: Nothing What techniques will I learn or use: Beautiful writing |
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A Year In Review Featuring G45 |
1.5 Hour Workshop |
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Create a beautiful album with the new G45 collection 'A time to Flourish calendar collection.' The album can be a perpetual calendar album or a year in review album. Two pages are devoted to each month with an additional flap that flips between the two pages plus a pull-out tag for each month. The pages are then secured into the spine of the chunky album with eyelets and ribbon.
What products will be highlighted: Pinecone Press's Chunky Blank Album and G45 new Calendar collection paper. What will I learn or complete: A monthly mini-album What do I need to bring: Trimmer, scissors, adhesives, pop-dots, vintage Photo Distress Ink What techniques will I learn or use: Chunky Album with an eyelet and ribbon spine. |
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Alcohol Marker Basics: FAQs |
1 Hour Workshop |
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In this informational and hand-on technique based class you will learn techniques necessary to achieve beautiful results using Spectrum Noir Alcohol Markers. Techniques taught include blending, adding dimension to your images by highlighting and shading, correcting, and understanding the number system to help you select colors that blend well together. You'll learn all about the brand new "next generation" Spectrum Noir alcohol markers. These amazing markers are very easy to use and affordable at approximately $2.00 each (sold in coordinating 6 pen sets or 24 pen sets for a total of 168 colors), perfect for all levels of paper crafting needs. You don't have to break the bank to use alcohol markers! Plus, we'll address common questions such as: What paper should I use and why? What does the blender pen do beyond blending? How do I pick the right colors to color and blend together? How do I refill my pens? Lastly, you'll color a lovely card to put your knowledge to paper! Includes: Instruction, professionally designed tutorials with color pictures, helpful demonstration, assistance with coloring on technique building worksheets, and completing a card in class. You will also take home the six new pens you'll use in class and a fantastic newly designed next generation tutorial DVD - an additional $27 value alone! Special coupon provided to attendees to use in the BEE Creative booth. How long class lasts: 1 hour.
What products will be highlighted: Students will learn about the Spectrum Noir coloring system and the "next generation" markers and related accessories used by all alcohol marker colorists. What will I learn or complete: In addition to techniques and knowledge base tutorial literature, they will color a card and keep the pens and dvd! What do I need to bring: Adhesive What techniques will I learn or use: How to use alcohol markers to achieve great results - coloring, blending, shading, etc. |
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Alcohol Markers: Tips, Tools & Techniques |
1 Hour Workshop |
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New for 2015, this hands-on workshop features various techniques using the Spectrum Noir Alcohol markers in order to achieve beautiful results. Participants will learn how to use the markers effectively in order to add dimension and character. Participants will receive instruction on: smooth blending, grey marker techniques, how to use various nibs for fabulous results, and quick and easy shading techniques including pointillism. Workshop includes: instruction, professionally designed tutorials with color pictures, helpful demonstration, and assistance with coloring on technique building worksheets, and completing a card in class. You will also take home the six new pens you'll use in class, a surprise project, prize giveaways, and special coupon provided only to attendees to use in the BEE Creative booth.
What products will be highlighted: Spectrum Noir alcohol markers, additional new techniques What will I learn or complete: Tutorial guides, a card What do I need to bring: Adhesive What techniques will I learn or use: Smooth blending, grey marker techniques, how to use various nibs for fabulous results, and quick and easy shading techniques including pointillism |
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All About Tear-ific Tape |
1 Hour Workshop |
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Become an expert with our Tear-ific Tape, glitters, flocking and glitter brush. This workshop is loaded with products! A workbook/referral guide will illustrate the techniques and tricks we use to embellish and complement projects. Use our glitters, flocking and Tear-ific Tapes and watch your creativity bloom!
What products will be highlighted: You will be learning about Tear-ific Tape and our glitters and flocking, our glitter brush, and how to embellish all your future projects. What will I learn or complete: One workbook/referral guide and 12 samples and 2 jars of Ultra-fine glitter, Micro-fine glitter and flocking, and a glitter brush. What do I need to bring: Scissors. What techniques will I learn or use: How to embellish projects with Tear-ific Tape, glitters, and flocking, along with how to make scenes and backgrounds with Tear-ific Tape. |
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Always Fabulous Folds 2015 |
1.5 Hour Workshop |
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Join The Rubber Cafe Crew for another Fabulous Folding class with all NEW folds for 2015. During this class you will create two intricate folded cards that you will be able to make over and over again using our FULL COLOR step by step directions. Each kit will include all the paper goods needed to complete the projects, directions and embellishments. A 12x12 Score board is required for this class there are a few on hand if you do not have one. Each student will receive a coupon for a free stamp set with a value of $19.99, as well as a chance to win a variety of different prizes in class. This is one class that you will not want to miss.
What products will be highlighted: This is a focused class on Scoring and making 3-D cards... We use the Scor-pal, The Rubber Cafe products example You're so fine glitters, Scrap Happy Glue, Embossing Enamels, and various inks. What will I learn or complete: Students will leave with two completed Fabulously folded cards that will be ready to give to that card worthy friend. What do I need to bring: Scor-pal or Score tool 12x12, Scissors, Double sided adhesive tape 1/4 inch (Scor-tape is preferred) Acrylic block, Adhesive foam squares What techniques will I learn or use: During this class we will be using Embossing Enamels, Stamping with You're so fine glitters, paper layering and Card Folding |
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Art Anthology Technique Art Journal |
2 Hour Workshop |
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In this technique driven class you will dive into the world of Art Anthology. We will play with all of the Art Anthology products and learn how, when and where you can and will use the products!
What products will be highlighted: Students will learn how to use Art Anthology mediums What will I learn or complete: Art Journal What do I need to bring: Heat tool, apron (optional) What techniques will I learn or use: How to apply the mediums, where to use them, how to blend them |
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Art Anthology Technique Art Journal |
2 Hour Workshop |
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In this technique driven class you will dive into the world of Art Anthology. We will play with all of the Art Anthology products and learn how, when and where you can and will use the products!
What products will be highlighted: Students will learn how to use Art Anthology mediums What will I learn or complete: Art Journal What do I need to bring: Heat tool, apron (optional) What techniques will I learn or use: How to apply the mediums, where to use them, how to blend them |
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Beach 5x7 Mini Album |
1 Hour Workshop |
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In collaboration with Grapevine Designs and Studio, we have created this 5x7 mini-album to highlight the photos from this summer's trips to the beach. You will also get to sample some fun texture techniques from Mudd Puddles dry sand and other products sitting in your craft room! You will be covering die cuts, playing with stencils, and creating pockets and secret journaling spots. Come learn some new techniques or dust off some you have not used in a while. In addition, we left some wiggle room for your own inspiration.
What products will be highlighted: Mini-album from Grapevine Designs, die cuts, Mudd Puddles. What will I learn or complete: A completed mini-album. What do I need to bring: Apron (optional), your favorite wet or dry glue, scissors, and inks. What techniques will I learn or use: Covering chipboard, many ways to decorate die cuts, hidden pockets and journaling spots. |
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Beach Vacation |
1 Hour Workshop |
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Come join us and make a 4-page layout perfect for day trips to the beach or seaside vacations. You will be using our great laser cuts combined with other materials. We will show you how to take plain cardstock and simple paper and add detail to create a new look. You will be using gelatos, embossing powders, and other materials. You will receive a voucher to choose your own title at our booth.
What products will be highlighted: Laser cuts, miniature wood shapes, eyelets, embossing powder, and raffia. What will I learn or complete: Four 12 x 12 page layouts. What do I need to bring: Paper trimmer, glue, paper piecer/eyelet setter, embossing glue, and heat gun. What techniques will I learn or use: How to create blocks for combining photos and embellishments. How to use gelatos and embossing powders to add color to wood embellishments. Combining different materials on one page. |
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Copic, Glitter & Teresa Collins Flipbook |
1 Hour Workshop |
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Copics, Glitter and Teresa Collins, what a combo! Join us for this fun filled class. We will use the Teresa Collins flip book and Daily Stories File folder pack to create a beautiful memory flip book. We will also focus on the technique of coloring handmade glitter paper with outline stickers and Copic Alcohol Ink Markers, resulting with stunning embellishments to enhance the style and feel of our book. The class will make the cover, and at least 2 to 3 inside pages of the flip book. Colored photos and supplies will be included to complete the entire book outside of class. Class kit includes Teresa Collins Flip Book and Teresa Collins Daily Stories File Folder Pack, Krazy Kreations' Outline Sticker & Glitter Paper, a Copic Marker, Transfer Paper, solid paper and more embellishments! Please bring your basic tool kit (scissors, adhesive, pop dots, etc) to class. We will be using Copic colors R02, R08, B00, B04 in class. There will be Copic class markers available to class participants or you can bring your own.
What products will be highlighted: Teresa Collins Flip Book, Copic coloring on handmade glitter paper to create embellishments, and putting together a memory book. What will I learn or complete: The cover of the flip book and 2-3 inside pages will be completed in class along with colored glittered embellishments from outline sticker. What do I need to bring: Basic tool kit: Scissors, adhesive, pop dots, etc. Optional: Copics R02, R08, B00, B04. What techniques will I learn or use: How to put together a memory book, color on handmade glitter paper to make stunning embellishments and how a flip book works. |
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Copics: Coloring on Glitter Paper |
1 Hour Workshop |
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Come join us as we learn how to shade and blend with our alcohol ink Copic Markers on special handmade glitter paper! We will utilize outline stickers, handmade glitter paper and markers to make stunning glitter images perfect as an embellishment to a card or scrapbook page! Each student will learn the tips and tricks to this user friendly technique, resulting with stunning colored images sure to wow your friends and family! Class kit will include a Copic Marker Sketch Trio Pack (each student will choose from a variety of trio packs), 6" x 6" piece of handmade glitter paper, outline sticker sheet and photo and supplies (paper/embellishments) to complete two beautiful projects. Please bring basic tool kit: scissors, adhesive, pop dots, etc. Individual Copic Markers are optional. Students will utilize the Copic Marker Trio Pack and other class Copic markers.
What products will be highlighted: Copic Alcohol Ink Markers, Krazy Kreations' Glitter paper, and Outline stickers. What will I learn or complete: Coloring of glitter images from outline sticker sheet. Two projects to take home or complete in class as time allows. What do I need to bring: Basic Tool Kit: Scissors, adhesive, pop dots, etc. Individual Copic Markers or other alcohol ink markers are optional. What techniques will I learn or use: Blending and shading with alcohol ink markers on handmade glitter paper. How to use outline sticker sheets. |
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Copics: Light Source & More |
1 Hour Workshop |
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Join us in this Copic Alcohol Ink Marker class as we explore how to identify light source, shade and blend to the light source and adding back "white" highlights with the Copic Opaque White medium. This is a technique class in which the full hour will be lecture and practicing techniques and no finished project will be completed in class. Class kits will include a Copic Marker Sketch Trio Pack (3 markers, each student will choose from a variety of Copic Trio packs), Copic X-Press It Paper, Krazy Kreations Outline Sticker, completed project idea sheet along with a variety of papers and embellishments to make illustrated projects on idea sheet. There are no class supplies needed for this class. Individual Copic Alcohol Ink Markers are optional.
What products will be highlighted: Copic Alcohol Ink Markers Opaque White Medium, X-Press It Paper as well as Krazy Kreations' outline stickers will be utilized in class. What will I learn or complete: This is a technique class. No projects will be completed in class. What do I need to bring: No supplies required. What techniques will I learn or use: Identifying light source to assist with blending and shading images with alcohol ink markers. Use of Copic Opaque White Medium will be introduced to add back white shaded areas. |
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Create Elegant Cards with Spellbinders! |
2 Hour Workshop |
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Creating beautiful cards is easy when you have the right tools and know the secrets from Spellbinders! Learn fun techniques and complete three over-the-top cards. Receive a $15 coupon off $50 purchase of your favorite new Spellbinders products in the Scrap-Mart booth!
What products will be highlighted: Die Cutting Machine, die templates, stamping What will I learn or complete: Three cards What do I need to bring: Scissors, foam adhesive, tape runner What techniques will I learn or use: Stamping using die cuts, creating dimension, building on the core. |
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Cricut® Explore Floral Scrapbook Page |
1 Hour Workshop |
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Remember springtime all year long with a beautifully embellished floral scrapbook page. Do you have the new Cricut® Explore and still need to learn all of the amazing features it has? This is the class for you! You'll learn how to import images, use the pen tool feature, use the attach feature and weld text all in Cricut Design Space™. Feel free to bring your own laptop or iPad to login to Cricut Design Space™ during the workshop. (Note: internet access is not provided by Scrapbook Expo.) Materials will be pre-cut, but feel free to follow along and learn. Plus take home over $35 in Cricut products to use at home.
What products will be highlighted: Cricut Explore® machine, Cricut Design Space™ software, Cricut® Color Antiquity Pen What will I learn or complete: One 12” x 12” scrapbook page with intricately cut text, draw lines and 3D flowers. What do I need to bring: Embellishments (brads, buttons, ink) and your favorite adhesive. Please do not bring your Cricut Explore® machine to class. A laptop or iPad is optional, not required. What techniques will I learn or use: Welding text, importing your own images, attaching text and the drawing feature in Cricut Design Space™. |
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Cricut® Explore Floral Scrapbook Page |
1 Hour Workshop |
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Remember springtime all year long with a beautifully embellished floral scrapbook page. Do you have the new Cricut® Explore and still need to learn all of the amazing features it has? This is the class for you! You'll learn how to import images, use the pen tool feature, use the attach feature and weld text all in Cricut Design Space™. Feel free to bring your own laptop or iPad to login to Cricut Design Space™ during the workshop. (Note: internet access is not provided by Scrapbook Expo.) Materials will be pre-cut, but feel free to follow along and learn. Plus take home over $35 in Cricut products to use at home.
What products will be highlighted: Cricut Explore® machine, Cricut Design Space™ software, Cricut® Color Antiquity Pen What will I learn or complete: One 12” x 12” scrapbook page with intricately cut text, draw lines and 3D flowers. What do I need to bring: Embellishments (brads, buttons, ink) and your favorite adhesive. Please do not bring your Cricut Explore® machine to class. A laptop or iPad is optional, not required. What techniques will I learn or use: Welding text, importing your own images, attaching text and the drawing feature in Cricut Design Space™. |
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Disney Main Street Eye-Popping Pages |
1 Hour Workshop |
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You will create a pop-up interactive component for your Disney scrapbook pages along with a scrapbook layout with a secret. This is a great twist on ordinary scrapbook pages. You will be creating a 2-page Disney Mainstreet themed pop-up layout. There will be a lot of pieces pre-cut to make this a fast and efficient use of your 1-hour class time. This treasure will delight and astound your friends and family and provide years of fond reminiscing. And because we know you are going to love your new Disney layout, we created additional Disney cuts that are available in our booth on the vendor floor.
What products will be highlighted: Students will be working with Doo Dilly Designs' laser cuts. What will I learn or complete: Students will leave with a completed 2-page layout. What do I need to bring: Paper trimmer, two sided tape, adhesive of your choice, and scissors. What techniques will I learn or use: Students will learn how to add an interactive component to their scrapbook layout. |
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Embossing Ideas: 4 Creative Cards |
1 Hour Workshop |
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Love embossing but need some new ideas? Join us as we create four amazing and completely different cards loaded with creativity! We have brand new designs for 2015 that will take your card making to the next level. This technique based class will show you new products, fun designs, and great tips. Bee inspired creating with shimmer papers, Embossalicious and Die'sire UK folders and dies, the Snow Marker, Wink of Stella, sanded embossed designs, inks, and die cut layering to name just a few. You will leave with four beautiful completed cards - birthday, thank you, Halloween, and Christmas. Plus, you'll get FREE goodies from top quality brand Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L: an EZ tape runner, foam squares, and foam tape to use on your projects; plus a FREE embossing folder - a $15 value alone! Great prizes and a valuable coupon to use in the Bee Creative booth.
What products will be highlighted: Embossing, die cuts, Wink of Stella, Snow Marker, Co’ordinations and much more! Receive free adhesive from Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L as an added bonus. What will I learn or complete: Four cards - birthday, thank you, Halloween, & Christmas What do I need to bring: Please bring scissors/trimmer. What techniques will I learn or use: Embossing ideas using inking, embellishing, sanding, paper piecing, layering. |
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Family Fun 4 Pages |
1 Hour Workshop |
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Using our NEW paper line Joy Ride, you will make an interactive spinning photo wheel that will house many family photos and will allow you to spin the wheel to see more sweet little faces. You will make a mini book that is incorporated into your layout and accessible from outside your page protector. Flowers, pin wheels, buttons, ribbon...all beautiful additions to these 4 pages that will be a beautiful addition to your family album.
What products will be highlighted: Powder Puff Chalk Inks and brand NEW Joy Ride paper line. What will I learn or complete: We will finish 2 pages in class and pages 3 and 4 are a gift for you to take home. What do I need to bring: Please bring 3 in 1 glue, paper trimmer, scissors, double sided adhesive, hole punch, pop dots, Powder Puff Chalk Inks: Buttercup, Amaretto What techniques will I learn or use: How to make an interactive photo wheel and a minibook. |
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Fancy Beach Page |
1 Hour Workshop |
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A stunning 12 x 12 Fancy Beach page with lots of techniques, fibers, color combinations, and the use of elements. This class is also full of fun! Not only will you get to learn with Marina Leoni, but you will leave with a completed page and lots of other goodies.
What products will be highlighted: You will be working with Diamond mesh, lace trim, crystal flower, pearls, shells, raffia and much more. What will I learn or complete: One 12 x 12 Fancy Beach page. What do I need to bring: Trimmer, scissor, Ribbon Adhesive by Mon Ami Gabby and 5/8" -Square Adhesive by Mon Ami Gabby if you don't have this adhesive it will be on sale for convenience in the workshop at a discounted price. What techniques will I learn or use: How to properly work with Diamond mesh, heavy accents , make hand made flowers from lace and hand made accents from variety of fibers. |
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''Frozen'' Pockets |
1 Hour Workshop |
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Join us to create an adorable "Frozen" layout. We will be using pocket pages, but you can also use the ideas on regular pages. You will transform plain cardstock into a Frozen world and use our laser cuts to add the finishing touch. In addition to our regular Frozen laser cuts, the project will include laser cuts designed specifically for this class and not available at our booth.
What products will be highlighted: Gelatos, glitter, laser cuts, wood embellishments, and pocket albums. What will I learn or complete: Two 12 x 12 pocket page layouts. What do I need to bring: Paper trimmer, Tombow liquid glue (recommended) or tape runner, pens, and a glue pen. What techniques will I learn or use: How to use gelatos to change the color of cardstock and wood miniatures. Creating appropriate size blocks to fit pocket albums. Combining materials to create a new look. |
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G45 A Card for Every Month |
1 Hour Workshop |
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Create a card for every month with the new beautiful G45 Collection 'A Time to Flourish.' The graphics are so beautiful in this new collection that you will want to keep the cards for yourself! A variety of cards will be created: a few simple, a few advanced, and two interactive cards.
What products will be highlighted: G45 'A time to Flourish' collection and sentiments from Pinecone Press What will I learn or complete: 12 beautiful cards What do I need to bring: Trimmer, scissors, adhesive What techniques will I learn or use: Creating cards |
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Hello Friend |
1 Hour Workshop |
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Hello Friend Album is created with the unique Curved Back Spine album from Pinecone Press and the beautiful Botanical Tea collection from Graphic 45. Chipboard pages are embellished with paper, cut-outs and ribbon.
What products will be highlighted: Pinecone Press and Graphic 45 What will I learn or complete: Hello Friend Album What do I need to bring: Paper Trimmer, scissors, adhesive, ink, Crop-a-dile What techniques will I learn or use: How to cover chipboard pages, how to create a distressed paper flower, how to adhere a binder mechanism |
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I Am... 6 x 12 Album |
1 Hour Workshop |
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I Am... a perfect album for lots of photos and selfies. Capture the moment of a slice of your life right now. Places for thoughts, likes, loves, photos, and selfies. This project features the new 'I Am' collection from Simple Stories.
What products will be highlighted: Pinecones 6 x 12 chipboard album, Simple Stories paper. What will I learn or complete: I Am album. What do I need to bring: Scissors, trimmer, adhesives, black or gray ink, and a Crop-a-dile. What techniques will I learn or use: Accordion folds, pockets, ribbon, and photo techniques. |
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ICE Resin Fundamentals |
1 Hour Workshop |
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Are you wondering what the fuss is all about? Do you want to challenge your jewelry skills, or maybe you just want to try something new? In this introductory workshop you will be using ICE Resin, a crystal clear jeweler's grade 2 part resin. You will create two pieces of art. While working with basic bezels in this workshop, plenty of samples will be available to spark your creativity. Please feel free to touch and photograph the samples to inspire your future projects. You will also get plenty of tips and tricks to go home and create more works of art.
What products will be highlighted: ICE Resin by Susan Lenart Kazmer. What will I learn or complete: You will complete 2 bezels. What do I need to bring: Detail scissors. What techniques will I learn or use: Mixing and pouring of a 2-part resin. The art of inclusions and how to be successful with resin. |
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''Intro to Mixed Media Journal'' |
1 Hour Workshop |
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Are you confused by all the information on Mixed Media? Then this is the class for you! Have you bought Gesso, Matt Medium, and Modeling paste but just do not know how to use it? In this class you will learn how to use all these mediums while working on a beautiful 16-page hard cover album. In addition to all the makings for an awesome album, we also provide vintage sewing patterns and book paper, scrapbook paper and trims, as well as an assortment of stencils and stamps to play with. Feel free to bring any of your own favorites to experiment with as well.
What products will be highlighted: Gesso, matt medium, and working with stencil and stamps. What will I learn or complete: A mini album What do I need to bring: Gesso, Mat Medium, Modeling Paste, Teflon mat or wax paper, Trimmer, scissors, 3/4” paint brush, paper towels, glue dots, paper cup for water, heat dryer. Optional distress ink if desired and black fine detailed pen. What techniques will I learn or use: How to use Matt Medium, Gesso, and Modeling Paste. |
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Latest & Greatest from Craft Fantastic |
1 Hour Workshop |
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Come play with the most current products that Craft Fantastic has to offer! Receive a variety of components to make at least twelve ($60 plus value in materials) one-of-a-kind heirloom quality art jewelry projects using Fantastic Art Images, paper ephemera, collage or family photos. In minutes, learn how to create an archival, resin-look without the hassle or toxicity of resin. Great for unusual, dimensional embellishments on scrapbook pages, cards or any multi-media project. Fantastic fun for all levels of crafters! Projects and materials vary from show to show.
What products will be highlighted: The latest and greatest from Craft Fantastic What will I learn or complete: Pieces of jewelry that can be used to embellish paper project. What do I need to bring: Scissors What techniques will I learn or use: Learn to make resin like jewelry and embellishments without the hassle, time and toxicity of resin. |
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Latest & Greatest: Card Swap |
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Whether you are new to card making or have been making your own greeting cards for years, this is a great opportunity to get new ideas and meet other card makers! Join the Latest & Greatest: Card Swap and receive up to 15 new card ideas from other crafters like you. Scrapbook Expo will provide an additional card project, snacks and a beverage. Bring in 16 cards showing your best work. 15 cards will be swapped and the extra card will be used in a vote to determine the best of the group and win a fantastic prize. This is a full card swap and the themes are birthday, summer, or patriotic (red, white & blue)! Create a card to celebrate summer, send birthday wishes, or celebrate the USA and our patriot heroes! The only requirement is that it be A2 size (5-1/2" X 4-1/4"). There are no product restrictions or requirements, however Swappers will vote on the best card, so keep that in mind 🙂 Recipes (aka supplies lists) are not required, but appreciated. No envelopes. Put your name and address on the back only if you want other swappers to contact you after the event 🙂 No mailing or postage! Meet other swappers, make new friends and share your unique experiences.
What products will be highlighted: Learn about new techniques and products from other card makers. What will I learn or complete: Receive up to 15 uniquely designed cards from card makers like you, plus an additional card kit with ALL the materials needed to complete another card. What do I need to bring: 16 completed A2 size cards in the themes of birthday, summer, and/or patriotic (red, white & blue). What techniques will I learn or use: Making friends and sharing ideas with other card makers. |
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Latest & Greatest: Collections |
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Enjoy a sampling of hot-off-the-press, brand-spanking new collections in the paper crafting world! Scrapbook Expo scours the planet looking for the Latest & Greatest in paper collections and brings them to you in this workshop. A new feature of this class for 2015 is that you will make two fabulous projects using the latest embellishments and paper. In addition to the projects, you will also leave with over $80.00 of terrific products to enjoy!
What products will be highlighted: Fancy Pants, Queen & Co, Paper House Productions, Pink Paislee, and We R Memory Keepers. What will I learn or complete: Pink Paislee and Fancy Pants projects. What do I need to bring: Favorite adhesive, scissors, glue dots. What techniques will I learn or use: Enjoy basic crafting with fresh, new papers and embellishments. |
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Latest & Greatest: Cool Tools |
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Learn how to use some of the newest tools, plus enjoy some tips and tricks in the Cool Tools workshop. Are you a fan of pocket scrapbooking? Or would like to increase the number of photos or other memorabilia on a single page? The new Photo Sleeve Fuse tool is a must for you. A new feature of this class for 2015 is that you will make two fabulous projects using the tools you take home! In addition to the projects, you will also leave with over $80.00 of wonderful products to use over and over again!
What products will be highlighted: We R Memory Keepers Photo Sleeve Fuse, Hobby Holster, Anna Griffin Mix & Match Embossing Folders and more! What will I learn or complete: Create a unique tag with the Photo Sleeve Fuse and try some new techniques to create an embossed card with the Anna Griffin Mix & Match Embossing Folders. What do I need to bring: Favorite adhesive, scissors, glue dots, and heat-resistant craft mat. What techniques will I learn or use: Learn how the Photo Sleeve Fuse will change the way you scrapbook forever! Anna Griffin Mix & Match Embossing Folders make it easy to create cards with many looks for any occasion. |
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Life is Beautiful |
1 Hour Workshop |
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Life is full of adventure, and these pages are perfect for telling the story of life. Each page includes a variety of techniques and tricks that you will be able to use on many pages to come. In this class we will use a variety of patterned papers, stickers, and embellishments to create four uniquely different pages, perfect for a variety of occasions.
What products will be highlighted: A variety of papers, stickers, and embellishments. Learn new techniques and tricks to create unique designs and layouts. What will I learn or complete: Four Completed pages What do I need to bring: Paper trimmer, adhesive, corner rounder, baby powder, pop dots, scissors, and inks for chalking (suggested Java, Feather Grey and/or Blue Moon Quick Quotes powder puff ink) What techniques will I learn or use: Banners, flags, layering, element pages, and much more |
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Pop It Up with Mickey |
1 Hour Workshop |
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Pop-up surprises abound in this colorful, decorative, and intricate pop-up Mickey 12 x 12 2-page layout. It features Mickey pop-ups that will hold your vacation memories. The pop-up pieces are cut, shaped, and arranged so that when the pages are opened, they pop up. These layouts are not your ordinary scrapbook pages - they pop off the page... literally! Magical? I think so!
What products will be highlighted: Students will learn how to add a pop-up addition to their scrapbook pages. What will I learn or complete: Students will leave with 2 completed scrapbook pages. What do I need to bring: Paper trimmer, two-sided tape, other adhesive of your choice, and scissors. What techniques will I learn or use: How to create a pop-up using rubber bands. |
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POP Your Coloring with Markers & Pencils |
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Whether you've colored before with another brand or are curious about coloring, this class will introduce you to both alcohol markers and colored pencils. With Spectrum Noir markers and pencils, you can easily add depth and dimension you didn't think possible with a few strokes! In class, we will color a prestamped image with Spectrum Noir alcohol markers, and then add pencil on top to make the image really pop. You'll also learn the four ways you can use colored pencils including a great watercolor technique - without water! In addition to product information and a color along tutorial guide, you'll take with you four Spectrum Noir markers and the brand new DVD for 2015 showing techniques and guides - a $23 retail value alone! You'll also receive a special coupon for class attendees to use in the Bee Creative booth. Come join us for education, hands-on technique, and great giveaways!
What products will be highlighted: Spectrum Noir alcohol markers and colored pencils What will I learn or complete: Practice on tutorials and create a card, receive 6 free markers, tutorials, and a brand new DVD for 2015! What do I need to bring: Adhesive What techniques will I learn or use: Coloring with markers, four ways to use colored pencils |
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Pretty Princess Purse Album |
1 Hour Workshop |
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The enchanting Princess Album will delight your little princess. Created with Pinecone's Purse Album kit and the new collection from Simple Stories. Open the album and the pages flip forward, giving you lots of places and pockets for photos.
What products will be highlighted: Pinecone Press's Chunky Purse Album and Simple Stories paper collection. What will I learn or complete: Princess Purse album. What do I need to bring: Scissors, trimmer, adhesives, Crop-a-Dile, 1 1/2" circle punch, and gray or black ink. What techniques will I learn or use: Using a Crop-a-dile, and adhering pages into a chunky album creating a hidden hinge system. |
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Scrapbooking In A Snap! |
1 Hour Workshop |
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What better to kick off this creative weekend then to get 20 pages done in a snap? Learn fun techniques in this one hour workshop, featuring one of the best scrapbooking lines. This class is complete with 20 pages, creating distinctly different layouts with pop-ups, fold-ups and many more tips and tricks.
What products will be highlighted: Using Snap Project Pages and paper to create 20 layouts in a snap! What will I learn or complete: 20 complete pages ready for pictures to be added. What do I need to bring: Paper trimmer, adhesive, pop-dots, scissors, baby powder, corner rounder and hole punch. (Ink is optional) What techniques will I learn or use: Tons of ideas, tricks, tips, and techniques, from pop-ups, fold-downs, and creating layouts in a snap! |
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Simple & Wonderful feat Epiphany Crafts |
1 Hour Workshop |
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Using Teresa Collin's Simply Wonderful line students will create 3 Simple yet Wonderful layouts. You will learn that simple layering and embellishments can make any layout look like it took 5 hours to make it. Each Kit contains: 18 double sided printed cardstock. 1 set of sequences, 1pkg of Chipboard Embellishments, 1pkg of enamel dots, 1pkg of (10)photo overlays, 1pkg of file folders, 1 sheet of stickers, 1pkg of (30) tags. Retail value of $65.00!!
What products will be highlighted: Students will be using Epiphany Crafts Shape Studio Tools creating custom Epoxy Shapes. What will I learn or complete: Students will leave with 3 completed 12 x 12 layouts. What do I need to bring: Clear glue dots, Adhesive runner, Clear adhesive, 12" paper trimmer, ruler and scissors. What techniques will I learn or use: Simple layering. |
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Sunshine and Good Times 4 Pages |
1 Hour Workshop |
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Summer fun! Cruises! Tropical vacation! We will let you choose your theme with colorful waves of our NEW paper line, Catalina Island. You will use luscious flowers, buttons, shiny mesh, sequin ribbon, pearl brads and have space for over 2 dozen photos. We will add a pocket to use for extra photos you can't bear to put away in the archives. Fun and whimsical, this happy class will keep you smiling!
What products will be highlighted: Learn to make your flowers in layers of netting, canvas, paper, and silk along with how to make a hidden pocket for extra photos. What will I learn or complete: They will finish 2 complete pages and 3 and 4 are a gift for them to take home. What do I need to bring: Bring 3 in 1 glue, paper trimmer, scissors, double sided adhesive, hole punch, pop dots, Powder Puff Chalk Inks: Orange Slice or Peachtree, Caribbean Blue or Sky Blue What techniques will I learn or use: Powder Puff chalking, layering flowers from several mediums, making a hidden pocket for storing photos. |
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Sunshine And Laughter |
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The Sunshine and Laughter interactive album starts off with a pocket, tag, and flap right on the front cover. Lots of flaps, die-cut pages, and pockets. A great album for summer fun memories!
What products will be highlighted: Simple Stories and Pinecone Press products. What will I learn or complete: A Sunshine and Laughter Album What do I need to bring: Trimmer, scissors, adhesive, ink What techniques will I learn or use: Interactive elements. Combining chipboard, paper pages, die-cut pages and pockets to create an album |
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Travel The World |
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Create four 12x12" layouts created from our NEW vintage travel line, Gypsy Road. Included are hidden spaces for up to 24 photos in rich vintage colors and a mini book attached for your journaling or extra pictures. Learn to make unique embellishments to accent your finished pages. Great new ideas for the travel buff!
What products will be highlighted: Making space for more photos, using Powder Puff Chalk Inks, including a mini book into project. What will I learn or complete: A minimum of two layouts and depending on time, possibly four. What do I need to bring: Bring 3 in 1 glue, paper trimmer, scissors, double sided adhesive, hole punch, pop dots, Powder Puff Chalk Ink: Antique Linen, Amaretto, Bloody Mary What techniques will I learn or use: Layering papers to create hidden spaces to incorporate more photos, a small mini book and embellishments. |
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Trendy Techniques with Spellbinders! |
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Love techniques? Join the Spellbinders team and learn fun techniques as you complete three cards PLUS a bonus card using Spellbinders new folders! Receive a $15 coupon off $50 purchase of your favorite new Spellbinders products in the Scrap-Mart booth!
What products will be highlighted: Spellbinders Paper Arts die templates and fun techniques. What will I learn or complete: 4 cards What do I need to bring: Scissors, foam adhesive, tape runner What techniques will I learn or use: Die Cutting, embossing, unique stamping! |
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Under Glass |
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Perched on a wooded spool pedestal, accented with one of our mercury glass birds, your favorite photo will be carefully preserved under our glass dome. What a wonderful way to show off your loved one! In this class we will work with our glass dome. Learn new ways to take your photos off the page and make wonderful home décor pieces to cherish forever. You will need to bring a photo measuring 1 ½" high x 1 1/4" wide.
What products will be highlighted: Glass dome What will I learn or complete: A home décor piece with a loved one’s photo or another image under glass. What do I need to bring: Zip Dry glue, trimmer, scissors, along with your favorite distress ink if desired. What techniques will I learn or use: How to put your images in our resin frames and set them up to showcase under glass. |
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Vintage Shabby Chic |
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Come join us for a great 12 x 12 Vintage Shabby Chic workshop, where you will learn lots of new techniques and most of all handmade couture flowers from a variety of trims and fibers.
What products will be highlighted: You will be working with crepe paper, lace, cotton trim, cotton twill, pearls, and satin ribbon, and how to transform them into handmade flowers and accents. What will I learn or complete: You will be leaving with 12 x 12 Vintage Shabby Chic page with lots of handmade flowers by you. What do I need to bring: Please bring scissors and a trimmer. You will also need Mon Ami gabby 1"-square adhesive, 2" -square adhesive, and ribbon adhesive. We will have all that for sale at a discounted price in class for your convenience. What techniques will I learn or use: How to make handmade couture flowers with a variety of trims and then clustering them into a L -shape design. |
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Vintage Shabby Chic |
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Come join us for a great 12 x 12 Vintage Shabby Chic workshop, where you will learn lots of new techniques and most of all handmade couture flowers from a variety of trims and fibers.
What products will be highlighted: You will be working with crepe paper, lace, cotton trim, cotton twill, pearls, and satin ribbon, and how to transform them into handmade flowers and accents. What will I learn or complete: You will be leaving with 12 x 12 Vintage Shabby Chic page with lots of handmade flowers by you. What do I need to bring: Please bring scissors and a trimmer. You will also need Mon Ami gabby 1"-square adhesive, 2" -square adhesive, and ribbon adhesive. We will have all that for sale at a discounted price in class for your convenience. What techniques will I learn or use: How to make handmade couture flowers with a variety of trims and then clustering them into a L -shape design. |
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