Brand New Classes at Studio Calico

hello again! i'm dropping by today to share some studio calico brand new classes that have caught my eye! 

first up is inked | design by geralyn sy from a creative bubble! i have to confess that i have tons of stamps but i have not been using them enough! thus, i hope to get inspired by geralyn in the latest instalment of inked 2015 series! here's a write up on the class...

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the design of a scrapbook layout or pocket page spread can play an important role in telling your story. in this final class of the inked 2015 series, geralyn sy will focus on using stamps to create design features that are unique to you and your stories. you'll learn how to apply various design principles - such as repetition, contrast and layering - to put together layouts that perfectly convey the details and emotions behind each of your stories...

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classes have already started since 12 oct 2015, and all you need for this class are your favourite stamps and ink pads... so do join me!

to register or find out more details about this class, click here. 

next is wrapped by amanda rydell!!! i am very very excited about this class as i love her work! i have been following her instagram and blog for a while now and her work is just amazing! and christmas is around the corner! definitely a good time to get some inspiration for my christmas wrapping! here's some details on the class...

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give a gift they won't forget. join amanda rydell and her team of contributors as they share creative ways to transform your wrapping into something as special as the gift inside! you'll learn clever ideas to use your scrap stash (and even items around the house!) to add flair to the packages you give this holiday season and all throughout the year. spend november exploring ways to create unique gift wrap, tags, and other extras that will give your gifts that little something special. class starts november 2nd!

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plus, you will also receive a class kit when you sign up for wrapped! this kit is available while stocks last! so hurry!

to register or find out more details about this class, click here! while you are at it, you might also want to check out the class supplies available here...

thank you so much for dropping by...

xoxo

Mixed Media 2015 at Studio Calico

hi there! thank you for dropping by today! i hope it has a good week for you so far. it's the end of september and i seriously can't believe how time just flies by. a new class - mixed media 2015 was released at studio calico at the beginning of the month and i have been wanting to sign up. i kept reminding myself to sign up but other stuff just got in the way and now it's the end of the month! thank goodness for kelly who started a forum post to remind us that registration for this wonderful class is almost ending! so here i am, giving you some details about this class, you wouldn't want to miss out on this one!

here's the write up for the class

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foster your creativity! tina aszmus and anna maria wolniak will inspire you to take your memory-keeping projects to a whole new level. challenge yourself artistically as you explore a variety of mediums - re-inkers, acrylic paint, watercolors, gel medium, gesso and silkscreens - and dive into 20 unique ways to use them to add color and texture to any project. class starts on october 5th and new lessons will be posted on mondays through november 2nd. 

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you will also be happy to know that there is a bonus class kit available! all mixed media 2015 students will receive a class kit containing color theory yes peas paint, a 3 x 4in silkscreen and a 3 x 4in stamp set!

and here's more sneaks from tina!

these sneaks are so pretty aren't they? they make me so excited for the class and i can't wait for it to start!   

so do take this last chance to sign up! to find out more about tina, anna maria or the class, click here. see you in class!

xoxo

lilin

Guest Designer At American Crafts

hello! i'm excited to be featured as guest designer on american crafts blog today! i was happy to be able to work with rise & shine by amy tangerine, fine & dandy by dear lizzy and true stories by shimelle! they are all so lovely and i had a fun time playing with the goodies... do drop by and take a look!

have a wonderful weekend everyone and thanks so much for dropping by!

xoxo

Pretty Banner Card

hi there! i'm sharing how one of my cards comes together from start to finish on studio calico blog today! drop by to check out how i made a pretty banner card with origami hearts! 

thanks for dropping by and i hope you enjoy this little card!

xoxo

Celebrating 6 Years...

hey everyone!

i'm back to share a little party i put together about 2 weeks back to surprise ian for our 6th wedding anniversary! i didn't have any ideas of what to do or buy until the very last min! so the night before, i frantically dig through my stash (and my fridge) and this is what i came up with... 

i made 2 simple banners! one with some doilies and old book paper. the second one, i used the black alphabets (i have been hoarding these) from studio calico cirque main scrapbook kit and bits and pieces from maggie holmes open book collection ephemera pack, vellum pack, layered tags, decorative pins! i basically hang the goodies to some baker's twine with little wooden clothes pins. here's some details...

we are celebrating 6 years, so i thought i decorate my plant with one of the huge mint green numbers from lisse street main scrapbook kit. yes, i have been hoarding these as well...

and lastly, i used some of the labels and little tags from the open book ephemera pack to make a banner topper for my cake! i tied the 2 ends of the baker's twine to bamboo skewers and added the labels and little tags as banners between the 2 skewers.

i had lots of fun putting this little party together and was glad the food and decorations turn out well! i think i will do this again some time soon! :)

hope you enjoyed my little sharing today and see you soon!
xoxo

Mini Book Workshop and Everyday Traveler At Studio Calico

hello again! today i thought i'll share some of the online classes i have signed up most recently! 

the first is a mini book workshop by maggie holmes! 

i love all the previous classes that maggie has taught on studio calico so i am quite sure this one is gonna be fun too! here's a write up on her latest class

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life is full of celebrations, whether big or small, and it's all worth documenting. in this class, maggie holmes shares her method for creating eclectic, tag-style mini albums that pack big-time style and design. go beyond the basics by learning how to incorporate pockets, envelopes, custom-size page protectors, and more. join maggie, and be inspired to celebrate your life in fabulous and creative new ways!

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the class has already started (since 10th jun) so once you sign up, you are ready to go! to sign up or find out more about this class, click here. the registration for this class is ending 30th Jun so here's your last chance! oh yes, and you might also want to check out the cutest kit maggie used for her album here!

the second class i'm going to share is everyday traveler! 

planners and traveler's notebooks are what everyone's talking about now! it just seems so fun to be using all the scrapbook materials, not just in creating layouts, albums or cards but also to plan your daily activities and organise your life! i have been trying my best to resist the temptation of joining this trend but i gave in... once this class and the beautiful traveler notebooks (i bought this one :))were released on studio calico! here are the details of this class!

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every day is a new adventure! join waisam ho (aka happie scrappie) to discover how to record your daily journey using a traveler’s notebook. in this class, she proves that travel notebooks aren’t just for explorers and will share tips and techniques for creating one that fits your lifestyle. from art journals to planners, waisam will teach you how to document everyday moments in a stylish and creative way.

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you will also be happy to know that while stocks last, all students will receive a bonus 4x6in stamp set from hello forever. this stamp will ship for free, no matter where you are!

class will start on 6th july and registration will close on 1st july! to sign up or find out more about this class, click here. you might also like check out the awesome class supplies that studio calico has put together. thank you so much for dropping by. have a good week ahead and see you in class!

xoxo

lilin

Make It Big At Studio Calico

hello again! just dropping in to share a new class by one of my favourite scrapbookers - paige evans! paige has a new class - make it big which is starting in a days time on 1st day of june! registration is closing soon so do grab this last chance to register! 

here are some details of the class!

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The motto for this class: the bigger, the better! join paige evans as she shares ways to use big elements in your cards, layouts, and project life® spreads to make a big impact. paige shows how to use die cuts, stamped designs, photos, and more to create oversized features that make a statement.

what you'll get:

• 4 videos and 8 all new projects from paige evans.
• 12 new projects (layouts, cards, pocket pages & mini albums) from our contributors - all using studio calico kits!
• 4 pdf lessons posted weekly
• digital die cut files from paige evans.
• Access to a class message board and gallery, where you can share and learn with your teacher and fellow students.
• Weekly challenges to inspire you to use what you've learned.

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adding big elements (think oversized photos, accents, alphabets and stamps) into my layouts/ projects have always been a big challenge for me so i'm excited to be inspired by paige and all the contributors for this class!

you will also be happy to know that while supplies last (the last i checked, its still available so hurry!!!), make it big students will receive a bonus 6x8in alphabet stamp set. these stamps will ship for free, no matter where you are!

enrolment for make it big will close on may 31st at 11:59pm est and class will begin on june 1st. to sign up or to find out more details on the class, click here. you would like to check out the class supplies, studio calico has put together some recommended items here.

hope to see you in class!

xoxo

lilin