Beginner Series Classes

I have finally finished planning for the Beginner Series Classes!

There will be SIX classes, focusing on different themes and geared toward the Beginner Scrapbooker. Read on for more information.

Pay special attention to the "please bring" section of each class. You will have the opportunity to practice your new-found skills and complete three single page layouts per class. I have included a list of photo sizes to bring to each class in order to finish the layouts and better demonstrate some of the techniques!

Please Note:
- All Classes run Thursdays, from 6:30 to 8:30pm. Specific dates for each class are listed below.
- There are two dates listed for each session. This is for scheduling only. The same information is covered on each date. There is a maximum number of 8 students per class. This helps me give each student more one-on-one instruction. Please register early to avoid disappointment.
- Each class is $30, but if you sign up and pay in advance for three or more, you will receive a discount of 15%. Members receive their 15% on individual classes, as per usual, but no additional discount for buying multiples.
- A "worksheet" is provided in each class, listing the topics and techniques we covered in the class, so you don't have to try and remember it all once you get home!!

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Tools of the Trade
April 8th or May 20th

In this class I will cover the "Basic Tool Kit" to help you get started in scrapbooking. You will have the opportunity to try out different adhesives, trimmers and punches, as well as the Crop-A-Dile and Slice die cut machine.

Please Bring:
- 3 (three) horizontal 4x6 photos of the same event/theme
- 1 (one) horizontal 4x6 photo and 1 (one) vertical 4x6 photo of the same event/theme
- 2 (two) horizontal 4x6 photos of the same theme/event

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Layout Design
April 15th or May 27th

In this class I will cover how to crop photos, how to create a basic layout design that can be easily repeated and added to, and "the rule of three". You will also learn how to "frame" your photos without matting them, and how to cover an "ugly" part of your photo without always trimming it off!

Please Bring:
- 1 (one) vertical 4x6 photo, and 2 (two) photos that can be cropped to 2x2, of the same theme/event
- 2 (two) horizontal 4x6 photos of the same theme/event
- 1 (one) vertical 4x6 photo and 2 (two) photos that can be cropped smaller (~4x4) of the same theme/event

Here is an example of one of three layouts we are making in class.

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Stamping and Inking
April 22nd or June 3rd

I will show you three ways to use stamps on your layouts: as an embellishment, to create a background & to make a spot for your journaling. There are as many ways to use stamps as there are stamps themselves, so we are only doing some basic stamping here! But you will get to use embossing powder, glitter and a variety of brands of stamps and ink.

Please Bring:
- 2 (two) vertical 4x6 photos of the same theme/event
- 2 (two) horizontal 4x6 photos of the same theme/event
- 1 (one) vertical 4x6 photo, 1 (one) horizontal 4x6 photo, and 1 (one) photo that can be cropped smaller (~4x4) of the same theme/event


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Basic Embellishments
April 29th or June 10th

Since I can't possibly cover all the known embellishments, I am going to show you how to use some of the basic ones, and how to incorporate them on your layouts. These include: brads, eyelets, buttons, stickers and sticker letters. If you are looking for more advanced embellishments, please check out Embellishments Part Two, offered later in the session!

Please bring:
- 2 (two) photos cropped down to 4x4 (we can crop them in class)
- 2 (two) vertical 4x6 photos of the same theme/event
- 2 (two) vertical 4x6 photos of the same theme/event

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Journaling
May 6th or June 17th

This can sometimes be the hardest part of a layout, even for the most seasoned scrapper! I will give you some tips on getting started with writing on your layout, how to accommodate the lengthy passage, as well as which tools you'll need for this (including a pen demo...ooh la la!)

Please bring:
- 2 (two) horizontal 4x6 photos of the same theme/event
- 3 (three) vertical 4x6 photos of the same theme/event
- 2 (two) vertical 4x6 photos of the same theme/event

Here is an example of one of three layouts we are making in class.


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Embellishments Part Two
May 13th or June 24th

Now we'll cover the more "advanced" embellishments, including chipboard, flowers, rhinestones, rub ons and ribbon. I'll even show you some fun ways to use ribbon that you might not have thought of! We will also use Glimmer Mist, paint and embossing powder to further alter and enhance our embellishments.

Please Bring:
- 1 (one) vertical 4x6 photo and 1 (one) photo cropped to 4x4 of the same theme/event
- 2 (two) horizontal 4x6 photos of the same theme/event
- 1 (one) horizontal 4x6 photo and 1 (one) vertical 4x6 photo of the same theme/event

Here is an example of one of three layouts we are making in class.

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To sign up for any of our classes, or if you have any questions, please call the store: (780) 414-1540.


For specific questions about the Beginner Series classes you can email me at: lisakercher[at]gmail[dot]com


I am currently experiencing some technical difficulties with my computer, but hope to have pictures of all the demo layouts up by next week! Thanks for your patience!