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 Artistic Artifacts in Alexandria, VA to bring you a live online workshop offered via private Facebook group.
November 7, 2020
​​Class will be held live from 1 - 3:30pm Eastern (5 - 7:30pm GMT)
We'll combine paper and fabric (or choose just one or the other) along with stamps, stitching (optional,) collage, embellishments, mark making, and more as we create our own hardbound folio and a flip-book full of smaller, layered pieces of artwork. I'll also share techniques and ideas for creating your own unique embellishments.
In the pre-workshop video we'll make our folios and begin the process of creating our own embellishments (or thinking about using and / or layering pre-made items.) During the main live workshop we'll complete our folios, ending with a unique piece of artwork that can be displayed, tucked onto a bookshelf, or given as a gift.
USD $40 
  • Upon registration and payment (handled by Artistic Artifacts,) you will receive a link to join our private Facebook group.
  • Join in, meet, and interact with other students. 
  • About one to two weeks before the official live class, there will be a live bonus video to demonstrate the hard-bound folio and various embellishment ideas and techniques. (This will be archived in the group if you can't join live.)
  • The live, 2-1/2 hour class will be taught through a Facebook Live video in our private classroom.
  • Work along with me and ask questions via posts and comments.
  • More than 4 hours of live demos - that's the equivalent of a full day in-person workshop, plus the added feedback and community interaction.
  • Get a downloadable folio template to create the case for your journal.
  • Learn fun and easy background techniques and explore different ways to combine fabric, paper, and dimensional embellishments.
  • A coupon for either 10% off your order OR Free US Shipping for the Artistic Artifacts online shop (See FAQ for details)
  • Videos, questions, comments, and projects are available indefinitely. 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.
If there's anything on the supply list that you need or want (or you just want to browse and do some fun shopping!) head over to the Artistic Artifacts website for links to many of the supplies on this list.
Tools:
  • Rubber stamps (I'll be using my stamps from PaperArtsy, but you can use any designs or brands you like.)
  • Bone folder or something similar that will give a good crease
  • Acrylic stamp blocks if using unmounted stamps
  • Scissors
  • Optional - stencils (I used a stencil as the basis for the butterfly on my inside cover - if you have an animal or shape you'd like, whatever you want to use is fine or you can skip that part.)
  • Optional - Blender brushes / sponges or brushes to apply ink or paint through stencils if you're using them
  • Optional - Paint brushes (1/2" to 1" flat and / or angle)
  • Optional ​- Heat gun (for drying paint quickly and heat embossing)
  • ​Optional - Rubber grip to help pull a needle through tough or thick / multiple layers of fabric and / or paper

Adhesives:
  • Matte medium and / or a good glue stick (I'll be using Avery) 
  • A white glue like Tacky Glue and / or a white fabric glue like Sobo or your preferred brand (if you're using fabric)
    • ​​Note that you can use fabric with glue and skip the stitching if you like the look but don't want to sew.
  • Optional - A clear drying glue if you're going to adhere beads, Boho Bits, etc... (I use iCraft Ultra Bond Adhesive, but Tacky Glue will also work.)

​Paper, Fabric, & Substrates:
  • Chipboard, book board, or even cardboard for the covers (2 - 4-1/2" x 9" pieces and 1 - 1" x 9" piece for the spine.)
  • 3 pieces of fabric or paper for the folio
    • Outside covers: at least 11-1/2" x 10" 
    • Inside covers: at least 10" x 8-1/2"
    • Spine: at least 3" x 9"
      • I used kantha fabric for my spine cover
  • A selection of patterned papers, gelli prints, collage paper, etc... to use for collage in our flip art pieces or for pocket inserts.
    • Alternatively, you can add fabric (or use just fabric) and use patterned designs or stamp / stencil on it first. (I love the Inspiration Bundles and I've used Kantha fabric and hand dyed or rust dyed lace as well.)
  • Optional - A piece of fabric or paper about 4" wide by 2-1/2" tall for a pocket
  • Optional - A few bits of ephemera (IE old stamps, labels, ticket stubs, etc...)
  • Optional - Embellished trims, patches / appliques, or embroidered or embellished fabric pieces to use in the folio. These can be ready-made or you may want to make up some of your own embellished pieces (we'll discuss in the first video.)
Inks, Paints, Pens, etc...:
  • Ink pads (I'll be using Black, Sepia, and a few other colors of Archival Inks, regular black and brown StazOn, and Versafine Clair pigment inks)
  • Optional - A few colors of acrylic paint (I'll be using PaperArtsy Fresco Acrylic paints.)
  • Optional - Embossing powder (I'll be using a few colors of my Boho Blends embossing powders from Emerald Creek.)
  • Optional​ - Pen or marker for journaling and mark making (I use black, white, and gold.)
  • Optional - Colored pencils and a blending pencil

Embellishments:
(You may want to pick just a few things from the list - you do not need all of these or you may want embellishments that aren't listed here... this is totally up to you as you personalize your project.)
  • Optional - Embroidery or Sashiko threads and embroidery needles for stitching if you plan to do so. (I used Wonderfil Eleganza)
  • Optional - Ribbon, sari yarn, fibers, etc... 
  • Optional - Charms, bits and broken pieces of jewelry, beads, buttons, Boho Bits
  • Optional - Stickers, rubons, washi tape, or other flat embellishments
  • Optional - A binder or other type of clip to add to the top of your flip art layers (mine is mainly decorative.)
  • Optional - Metal book corners for the corners of the folio (these usually also require a pair of flat nosed pliers to attach.)

Miscellaneous:
  • Baby wipes
  • Paper towels
Artistic Artifacts carries amazing fabrics and unique finds and they ship globally. If you're local, their shop is open! (Check first for modified store hours and to book your shopping appointment online.) You can also call them to see if they have something you're looking for that you don't see in the shop and can arrange shipment.
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. Artistic Artifacts 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 indefinitely. All videos and posts will be archived and the group will not close.

Q: When will I get the coupon and how many times can I use it?
A: The coupon will be shared in the Facebook group after registration and the group have both been opened. The coupon can be used only by class members and only once per person. You can choose between 10% off your order OR free shipping (within the US.) It's good through December 7, 2020.

Q: Can I register after the live class is over?
A: As of right now, we plan to close registration shortly before the official class and you must be registered to access the group, so if you're interested, make sure to sign up before it starts. You can always watch later if you can't join live.

Q: When will I get access to the Facebook group?
A: Please allow 24-48 hours for Artistic Artifacts to process your registration and send you a group invitation. (Please contact the shop directly with any questions or difficulties in accessing the group.)
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