I’m putting the finishing touches on my new online class, and Early Bird Pricing is on right now! This one is to help Stretch Your Stash! If you’re drowning in paper scraps, or are guilty of hoarding that pretty paper because you can’t bear to use it – this class will help! The Paper Strips online class focuses on using paper strips in a variety of ways to make focal elements for your paper crafting projects.
Paper Strips Online Class Samples
Early Bird Pricing is on right now – for just $20CAD you’ll get lifetime access to class content. Price will go up when the class officially opens on Thursday, 10 February 2022 – so don’t miss out! Click here to get more information and to register for the Paper Strips class. You’ll be taken to the registration page after your payment has processed, and you’ll receive an email with the class links after you’ve registered (check your spam folder if you don’t see anything in your inbox).
Come to class to see how small pieces of paper can make a big impression!
The Early Bird Pricing is on right now for the Watercolour 201 Online Class! Register now at a discount, and be one of the first to check out the class videos when the class site officially opens this Thursday, 13 January!
Watercolour 201 Online Class samples
You don’t have to be a watercolouring expert for this class! If you’ve taken the Watercolour 101 Online Class, you’ll have the basics for this one. If you haven’t taken it, no worries. This class focuses on adding textures to watercolour wash backgrounds. The first class video quickly covers a watercolour wash, and then moves right into how to make your wash backgrounds even more fantastic.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q: Do I have to know how to watercolour to take this class?
A: While watercolouring knowledge is helpful, because this is a technique based class on adding textures to watercolour wash backgrounds, you don’t need a lot of skill. (Trust me, I’m not a professional watercolour painter!) See below for level of painting skill required….
if you can do something like this, you’re ready for Watercolour 201!
A: This is an online class with pre-recorded videos, so you can watch them whenever you have the chance to learn the techniques, and use supplies you have on hand. You’ll need a device capable of showing video and an internet connection for this. Basic Craft Essentials: Watercolour Paper, a paint brush, and a source of colour. I used the Fluid 100 Watercolour Paper that Stampin’ Up! carries, cut in half, the Water Painters, and ReInkers like this one. You’ll get a list of what’s required for the techniques in the class site when it opens. (Hey, have to have some mystery involved, still, right?!) They’re things you likely have in your home, so don’t worry. Plus you have lifetime access to the videos, so you can watch whenever it suits your schedule!
Helpful to have: painters tape/washi tape and a surface to tape your work onto – I used a Stamparatus Deluxe Foam Mat; you could also use a Silicone Craft Mat or any flat clean surface that can be wiped/washed afterwards – like a cutting board or clipboard. Also nice to have but not mandatory – Stampin’ Spritzers but you could use your brush with water or an empty spritz bottle filled with water.
You’ll have lifetime access to the videos once you’ve registered. Please note that class videos are for the personal use of paid students only.
Remember this card I shared a while back? EMBOSSING MAKES AN IMPRESSION…and my Black Friday Special on the Embossing 101 and Beyond class will help you make WOW cards at impressive savings! Get the details and register here.
Out of the vault for four days only and at special pricing – it’s the Embossing 101 and Beyond Online Class! You’ll get lifetime access (or reasonable facsimile…) to the class videos that are housed on my classes website, for just $5 – but registration is only open Friday 26 November to Monday 29 November (Black Friday to Cyber Monday).
I love this embossed autumn card and how easy it was to put together. Heat embossing is a technique that I love for adding easy elegance and wow to my projects, but I haven’t used it a lot recently, so I pulled it out for this card. (If you want to learn more about embossing, you’ll want to read to the end of this post…).
embossed autumn card
Super easy card because it uses one sheet of Designer Series Paper. It’s the Beauty of the Earth Paper, and the one side of the sheet is a blue watercoloured wash effect, while the other side is a multicoloured leaf pattern. If you want to be even thriftier in your crafting then I was, you can actually just use one piece that is 3.75″ x 5″ and cut a centre strip from it, then flip it over to reveal the other side’s design. I however, was slightly lazier, and just cut another strip and adhered it on top.
If you like the look of this embossed autumn card and want to learn more about embossing for your paper crafting, you’ll want to be on the lookout for my Black Friday special! My Embossing 101 and Beyond online class is coming out of the vault for 4 days only! Friday 26 November to Monday 29 November, you’ll be able to purchase lifetime access to the class for just $5 Canadian. While some of the product used in the technique videos may have retired, the actual techniques can be used with whatever embossing supplies you have on hand (and you’ll see a couple of crafting “hacks” as well).
If you’re on my mailing list, you’ll have already received information about my next online class – Watercolour 101. It’s an online class showing you basic watercolour techniques and ways to incorporate it into your rubber stamping, cardmaking and paper crafting. Early Bird Pricing is on right now (save $5 off regular class price) until class opens Thursday 11 November 2021. Click here for the Class info/registration page or check out the video below.
Here’s some FAQs (and their answers)
Q: When does the class start? A: Early bird pricing is on now ($20CAD, save $5). The class site will open Thursday 11 November 2021.
Q: Is this an online class? A: Yes. Once you’ve paid and registered (through the links on the class info page), you’ll have access to the site (after 11 Nov 21) and can watch the class videos there.
Q: Is there a specific time for the class? A: No – this is a self paced, learn as you’re able type of class with prerecorded videos. The videos will be there for you to watch and re-watch as needed, whenever you have the chance – all you need is internet & a phone/tablet/computer!
Q: How long do I have to access this class? A: Lifetime access (or reasonable facsimile?!). Basically once you’ve paid, (and once the class officially launches) you’ll be able to access class materials (videos, written info) whenever you need to!
You do not need all of these supplies, and can probably make do with what you already have on hand (you may be surprised…). Some of these videos have been in the YamStamps vault for a little while, so you’ll notice that I use some retired stamps, and some of the tools have been replaced by updated versions (that work the same way!).
You’ll be able to take the techniques that you see in the Watercolour 101 class and apply them to your rubber stamping and cardmaking efforts. It’s a fun, artistic way to add some colour to your crafting! Please feel free to message me if you have any questions, otherwise I hope to “see” you in class!
Here at the YamStamps site, you’ll know that my preference is for easy and impressive cards. I want my paper crafting projects to look great, but I do not want to spend hours labouring on one item! I have Netflix series to binge and chai lattes to drink, and I can’t always do those at the same time if the craft is too demanding….
So my new Fancy Folds online class is aimed at anyone who wants cards that are extraordinary, but only require ordinary paper crafting tools and an ordinary amount of time to create!
Fuss Free Fancy Folds Class
The Fancy Folds Class opens next week, and starting today, I’m offering Early Bird Pricing. You’ll get lifetime access to class materials at a discount. Click on the image to check out the class page and register – or click here.You’ll be able to work through the designs at your own pace, and with lifetime access, you’ll be able to go back to reference the videos whenever you need. See you in class!
