Masculine Birthday Card

I had a funny request this week! My co-worker and friend gave me a card and asked if I would send her grandfather a birthday card because she wanted him to receive as many cards as possible for his ninetieth! I told her to keep the card and that I would make him one. She was very excited that I would do that for him. I never met this man in my life but it gave me the perfect opportunity to use a stamp set I recently purchased called Masculine Collage from Hot Off the Press. It has a steampunk feel to it. I did not have a lot of time to work with but I think it came out nice. I hope he enjoys it!
Products used: Spellbinders labels dies, Masculine Collage stamp set by Hot Off the Press, Timeless paper stack by DCWV, Tim Holtz mini gears, Sizzix embossing folder

Crop Time!

If you live in Oakland County, or North Western Wayne County in Michigan and love to scrapbook or would like to learn more about papercrafting, join me for my ongoing crop every Saturday! A new theme will be posted every month. Come to work on your projects for $5 or take a class for $20. Most materials are included!

Lessons in the Metro-Detroit Area

If you live in the Metro-Detroit area, call or visit me for information about my education services! Specializations include, music, art and elementary tutoring. 

Mixed Media Gift Tag

This is a gift tag I made for my niece's graduation from art college. She majored in photography. I wanted to make it personal so I included charms that represented travel and of course, the camera. There is an envelope attached to the back to hold money, a check or small gift card. Products used are various Ranger inks, Crafter's Workshop stencils, Sharpie paint pen,clear stamps by I cannot remember, fiber and charm embellishments, and the Gelli printing plate which is awesome!

AbraBowdabra! Beautiful Bows in Minutes!

This is a bow I created for a present for my students using the Bowdabra bow maker. I recently purchased the Bowdabra and the Bowdabra mini. This was the first bow I made and I must say it has changed my attitude toward making bows forever! This tool has been on the market for quite some time. I never thought I would have the use for it as I hate wrapping gifts and always use gift bags because of it. Then I saw the mini and I thought it would definitely come in handy for card making. I had an extra coupon so I thought why not get both! I literally made this beautiful bow in about 3 minutes and it was a wonderful touch to the art easel I presented to my students for Christmas.

Michigan Craft Shows!

It's that time of year again! I am participating in two craft shows this holiday season. I will be offering handmade greeting cards, jewelry, gifts, and more. Come by and see me to talk about your crafting goals and learn about all the great classes I offer! The first show is at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, Saturday, November 10, 2012 from 9:00-5:00 Madison Heights, Michigan. Admission is $2.00. Here is the link below.
www.pogcraftsale.webs.com

The following show is at Royal Oak High School, Saturday, November 17, 2012 from 10:00-4:00 Royal Oak, Michigan. Admission is $2.00. Here is the link below.
www.ci.royal-oak.mi.us/portal/events/ptsa-holiday-arts-crafts-fair

Here is the flyer. Hope to see you there!

Michaels Vintage Christmas Cards Class

Michaels is hosting for a limited time the Vintage Christmas Cards class for $10!
Here is a sample of what you are going to create. Experiment with stamping and inking techniques ala Tim Holtz-what more could you ask for? Look for me at store #9454 in Farmington Hills, MI.