In an effort to help out independent craft stores and also continue to provide access to social distancing-friendly live mixed media classes, I've partnered with The Artistic Stamper in Faversham, England to bring you a live online workshop offered via private Facebook group.

Available On Demand
(​​Class was originally held live on June 19, 2021)

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Do you ever suffer from "blank page syndrome?" Do you ever wonder what to do with all of the scraps you've been saving? Do you ever find yourself wanting to create but you're not sure where or how to start?

In this live online workshop, I shared a simple "3-2-1 Collage" formula that will help with any or all of those scenarios. And even if you don't need something to help you get started, it's just plain fun!

We worked through the basic formula and discussed / demonstrated how you can modify it or just use it as a jumping off point and then let your project evolve in a totally different direction.

In the class I shared a handout with sample layout ideas that go with my 3-2-1 formula to help get you started if you're stuck. I also demonstrated working on two types of substrates and two starting points for my backgrounds to help give you even more creative options for your projects.

I also showed you how you can take the same formula and mix up the elements and substrates to get totally different results each time.

It's a fantastic and yet simple tool that you can return to any time you need a bit of a creative boost.

£15 (~$21 USD)

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• Upon registration and payment (handled by The Artistic Stamper,) you will receive a link to join our private Facebook group.
• Join in, meet, and interact with other students. 
• The 2 hour class is available through an archived Facebook Live video in our private classroom.
• Work along with the video and ask questions via posts and comments.
• Learn my fun and easy "3-2-1 Collage formula" to help you use up scraps, conquer "blank page syndrome," or just to have handy as a starting point for a project.
• Get a downloadable handout with sample layouts and ideas to go along with the "3-2-1 Collage" formula.
• Videos, questions, comments, and projects are available for at least 6 months. You can re-watch later - as often as you'd like!
• Share photos of your in-progress and finished projects for feedback from me and other class members.

(Class demo projects)

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Tools:

• Scissors or a craft knife and cutting mat
• A paint brush if using paint (I will be using a 1" chip brush)
• Rubber stamps (I'll be using my stamps from PaperArtsy, but you can use any designs or brands you like.)
• Optional - Acrylic stamp blocks if using unmounted stamps
• Optional - Sewing needles if you're going to stitch.

Adhesives:

• Glue - type depending on your choice of papers & embellishments... you may need one or all of these:
  • A white glue like Tacky Glue
  • A glue stick (highly recommend if using washi tape)
  • A white fabric glue if using fabric (I use Sobo)
  • Matte and / or gel mediums

​Paper, Fabric, & Substrates:

• Substrate - size and type of your choice (I will be using cardstock and an art journal background that already has a few base layers.) This could be cardstock, watercolor paper, an art journal, a canvas or panel, etc...
• A few stamped (or other) images or sets of images and designs to use as a focal point
• A small selection of paper scraps / gelli prints, etc... or pieces of patterned paper
• Optional - a few bits of paper ephemera or paper embellishments (postage stamps, ticket stubs, die cuts, etc...)
  
• Optional - a few strips or scraps of fabric

Inks, Paints, Pens, etc...:

• Ink pads (I'll be using Jet Black, Sepia, and a few other colors of Archival Ink.)
• A few colors of paint (I'll be using PaperArtsy Fresco Acrylic Paint - I suggest 2-3 colors per project.)
• Optional - Pens or markers for journaling and / or mark making.
• Optional - Colored pencils, markers, colored pens, etc... if you want to color stamped designs for your focal images.

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Embellishments:
(Most of these are optional as you can pick and choose based on what you want to use to customize your projects. You do not need them all... you can also feel free to incorporate items not on this list.)

• Optional - Beads (I used some ring and flower beads)
• Optional - Embroidery or other decorative thread if you plan to stitch or you can use to wrap or embellish.
• Optional - Rub-ons / transfer stickers, stickers, washi tape, etc...
• Optional - Charms, buttons, patches or appliques, coins, metal findings, jewels / rhinestones, etc...
• Optional - Ranger Stickles / Glitter Glue or similar
  
• Optional - Something to use as a dimensional focal point if you prefer that over a flat image or design.
  

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Miscellaneous:

• Baby wipes
• Paper towels

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Technical Requirements:

• You must have a Facebook account - it's the only way we can admit you to the private Facebook classroom
• Your computer or device should be capable of viewing video with a strong enough internet connection to stream the lesson
• Check ahead of time to ensure that you can hear and see videos on Facebook (you usually need to both click into a live video and unmute it in order to hear and read and add comments.)
• I highly recommend that if you don't already have it, that you download the Facebook app on your phone or device and get logged in and set up. This will make it so you can easily take in-progress photos to post for feedback directly from the app.

Administrative Details & Class Policies:

• Unfortunately, because this is an online class where you can view the content and have full access even if you miss the livestream (which will be archived in the group,) there are no cancellations or refunds.
• Since this is an online class, we just want to make sure it's clear that you'll be responsible for providing all of your own supplies (please see the supply list above.) I've tried to give lots of options and alternatives so that you can pull from your stash wherever possible. The Artistic Stamper also has many of the supplies available in their shop so if you have something you need or see something that you want to try, I hope you'll help support the store. (And contact the shop if you need something that isn't linked - they may have it!)

FAQ:
Q: How long will the Facebook group be available after the Live video is over?
A: The group will remain open for you to re-watch the videos and ask questions for at least 6 months after the live date. All videos and posts will be archived and available as long as the group is open.

Q: Can I register after the live class is over?
A: Although the "live" class date has passed, registration is still open and you can sign up to watch the archived video and access other class content on demand.
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Q: When will I get access to the Facebook group?
A: Please allow 24-48 hours for The Artistic Stamper to process your registration and send you a group invitation. (Please contact the shop directly with any questions or difficulties in accessing the group.)