Alpha, Border, Corner, Shapes…yes, I’m talking about paper punches, of course! There’s so many available for your paper crafting projects and they’re experiencing a comeback in popularity right now. Come join me in this 4 week class as we take a look at these great crafting tools in a new way. Learn punch maintenance and how to extend the life of your punches. Learn about the different types of punches available.

INSTRUCTOR:  Catherine Scanlon

COST: $25.00 USD

START: 20th October 2010

REGISTER BY: 29th October 2010

LINK: http://www.mycreativeclassroom.com/course/info.php?id=270

Uplevel your stamping with this wonderful array of stamping techniques, designed to stretch your imagination and show you just how versatile your rubber stamps can be.

INSTRUCTOR: Glenda Waterworth

COST: $30.00 USD

START: 21st October 2010

REGISTER BY: 29th October 2010

LINK: Stamping Class

You will learn to layer and blend colors to create natural colors in your scenes.

• Week One – We will briefly review Colorbox Stylus usage coloring skies and water, then we will move on to grass and trees
• Week Two – We will learn to color buildings and paths, creating shadows for added depth.
• Week Three – We will concentrate on blending colors in rocks and mountains; how to create great depth of scene by layering stamps
• Week Four – A review of all the scenic aspects we have discussed and new layout possibilities

INSTRUCTOR: Sandy Hulsart

COST: $35.00 USD

START: 21st October 2010

REGISTER BY: 29th October 2010

LINK: http://www.mycreativeclassroom.com/course/info.php?id=361

Free online mixed media class. Create art journaling, altering a childrens book, art tag, empathy monster, whimsy creatures, portraits and angels.

INSTRUCTOR:  Tamara Laporte

COST: FREE

START: 18th October 2010

LINK: http://willowing.ning.com/group/theheartofart You will need to register

Kim Parkinson has made metal embossing her passion for 4 years! She’s a certified Ten Seconds Studio Instructor but hasn’t stopped there, creating several of her own techniques along the way. This semester, Kim is bringing to you two new and fantastic home décor pieces, easy to make and enjoy. In this 4 week class you’ll use jewels, decorative scissors, inks, soda cans and nail polish to collage, stitch and color the metal into two stunning pieces you’ll enjoy for years to come. One of those pieces can even be used outside of your home! Kim will also show you how to take these techniques from home décor to your papercrafting projects by completing a mini scrapbook for your treasured photos.

INSTRUCTOR: Kim Parkinson

COST: $25.00 USD

START: 28th October 2010

REGISTER BY: 5th November 2010

LINK: http://www.mycreativeclassroom.com/course/info.php?id=285

• Cricut markers, mini gel pens, mini Sharpie markers…create beautiful phrases and images on cardstock, vellum, and transparencies for cards, scrapbook pages and other artwork
• Create your own die-cut scrapbook papers, embellishments and chipboard mini books
• Cut stencils and masks with Cricut stencil material and other materials you can find in your home…use them to paint on paper and fabric
• Cut stamps with Cricut stamp material and craft foam – stamp with ink and paint onto paper and fabric
• Cut vinyl for walls, windows, and other projects
• Cut iron-on vinyl and flocking for fabric items such as T-shirts or tote bags
• Emboss vellum, cardstock, and craft metal…add them to a scrapbook page, card or other project
• Cut fabric for fusible/sew-able appliques
• Cut shrink plastic for charms and embellishments
• Learn about even more things that your Cricut machine can do!!

INSTRUCTOR:  Shirley Pando

COST: $25.00 USD

START: 27th October 2010

REGISTER BY: 6th November 2010

LINK: http://www.mycreativeclassroom.com/course/info.php?id=310

You’ve either already taken the Bind it All 101 course or you’re familiar with using the Bind It All. In this course, we’ll take binding to the next level, creating several projects using the Bind-It-All tool and accessories, like the Round-It-All, O-Wires, and Cover-Alls. It’s not about the basics anymore – we’ll learn techniques for addressing challenging binding situations such as binding irregular shaped pages, binding on the edges of a project, binding pages of various sizes, creating projects besides books, tips for fixing mistakes, and more.

Lesson One: Binding Pages of Varying Sizes

Lesson Two: Binding On the Edge

Lesson Three: Creating Projects

Lesson Four: Alternative Binding Options

INSTRUCTOR: Jennifer Priest

COST: $40.00 USD

START: 26th October 2010

REGISTER BY: 5th November 2010

LINK: http://www.mycreativeclassroom.com/course/info.php?id=246

They’re the talk of the town… and you’re wondering, “Just what ARE Copics anyway and why are they so special?” Wonder no more. Find out just why these art markers are so hot.

This class will cover:

• Copic Product Basics – A detailed discussion of each style of marker, basic care and refilling, understanding the numbering system, and color choice. (First Week)

• Product Compatibility – Find out what inks and papers work best with the Copic markers and learn how to do testing with your own favorite products. (First Week)

• Color Combinations – Find out the most popular color combinations and create some of your own. Learn how to pick the right colors for your entire image. (Continuous)

• Blending Basics – Learn and practice inking and blending techniques (from simple to advanced) and how to most effectively use the blender marker. (Second Week)

• Mixed Media/Special Effects – Find out how to combine your Copic markers with other media for groovy special effects. (Third Week)

• The Airbrush System – No need to have it yet… but after seeing just what it can do… I bet you’ll want it! (Fourth Week)

This class will include instructional slideshows and/or videos, photo tutorials, a student art gallery, discussion forums, additional informational links, blank color charts, and the Copic color wheel chart.

INSTRUCTOR: Colleen Schaan

COST: $40.00 USD

START: 25th October 2010

REGISTER BY: 5th November 2010

LINK:  http://www.mycreativeclassroom.com/course/info.php?id=132

Throughout this class, we’ll discuss key concepts, but we’ll also blog and make scrapbook pages. The class starts with a workbook that walks you through all the technical stuff about blogging in simple steps with options to suit you. If you’re new to blogging, it will help you choose the best blogging platform for your needs. If you already blog, it will take you through applying a theme, adding custom graphics and interpreting your blog stats. That workbook, Blogging Blueprints, is something you can come back to at any time if you want to change something on your blog or reference anything technical.

INSTRUCTOR: Shimelle Laine

COST:  $15.00 USD

START: anytime

LINK: http://www.shimelle.com/classes/618/a-new-online-scrapbooking-class-blogging-for-scrapbookers/

Every year, Journal your Christmas includes daily prompts from the 1st of December to the 6th of January, the twelfth day of Christmas. The 37 illustrated PDF files are delivered straight to your inbox so you can read them over your first cup of coffee and mull over each topic for a full day. There’s also an archive of the class materials online in case you can’t get to your email or in case something dreadful happens to your computer. And like every year, you can go it alone or be as social as you like, with a private discussion forum where you’ll find other Christmas journallers who will cheer you on and share your excitement, but if you prefer to stick to the prompts only, that’s completely fine too. And like every year, if you’re participated once, you can join us every Christmas for as long as you like at no extra cost.

INSTRUCTOR: Shimelle Laine

COST: $32.00 USD

START: anytime

LINK:  http://www.shimelle.com/classes/624/an-online-class-for-the-holidays-journal-your-christmas/