Class: Tea Card Trio with Kathy Rosecrans

John Kathy Friday morning and create 3 wonderful tea themed cards featuring classic stamps by Stampington.  Kathy will show you how to replicate the "chalkboard" paper technique that is all the rage on the Internet, plus you'll use Craft Fantastic glass beads to showcase various details.  So beautiful!  Sign up today!  

January 25th, Friday:  10:00am - 12:30pm (class fee $25.00) 

Class: Eclectic Christmas with Kathy Rosecrans

Kathy taught this incredible class last Saturday morning and has generously agreed to teach it again this Tuesday.  These cards are the epitome of yuletide eclectic and absolutely sparkle with personality.  A bit of vintage, a pinch of shabby chic, and a dash of whimsy make them special.  We are always in need of a few last minute Christmas cards for the surprise houseguests and the folks we inadvertently leave off the holiday card list.  Join Kathy to create these cards and you'll definitely be prepared for any surprises that Jolly Old Elf might have up his fur-trimmed sleeve :D

Since this class is just around the corner (as in tomorrow), please contact Kathy directly at krosecrans@comcast.net or call her at (505)410-3810 if you would like to be added to the roster!

December 18th, Tuesday:  2:00pm - 4:00ish (class fee $25.00)

Class: Christmas Cheer with Kathy Rosecrans

Join Kathy Saturday and make three lovely Christmas cards.  Each showcases fabulous sentiments and images using beautiful papers, trims, and stitching.  Start building that Christmas card arsenal so that you have them at the ready, when you need them.

December 1st, Saturday:  10:00am - 12:00pm (class fee $25.00)

Class: Flowers and Lace Necklace with Kathy Rosecrans

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Join Kathy tomorrow afternoon and create something stunning and original to wear or to gift.  Kathy has a green thumb when it comes to handmade flowers and the only thing more amazing than her lovely blooms are the projects on which she uses them.  Nothing short of amazing is this beautiful necklace constructed of flowers and lace.  Kathy is offering a discount on the class if you've recently taken her handmade flower workshop which was offered last Winter and earlier this Spring.

June 8th, Friday:  1:00pm - 4:00pm (class fee is $40.00, however receive a $15.00 discount if you've recently taken Kathy's handmade flower workshop)

Class: With Sincere Sympathy w/ Kathy Rosecrans

Join Kathy Saturday afternoon and create 3 beautiful floral themed cards featuring stamps by Hero Arts.  Kathy uses a single flower design as the focal point on each, but the results are very different.  Let her show you how to amp up the versatility of a simple image by using layers and color.  Kathy's trademark vintage stylings are the perfect touches to complete the quiet elegance necessary for a sympathy card.  She'll take the challenge out of creating this type of card and you can apply these same techniques to make cards of all themes for all-occasions. 

May 26th, Saturday:  1:00pm - 4:00pm (class fee $25.00)

Class: Faux Stitched Cards with Kathy Rosecrans

Join Kathy Saturday morning and you'll create 4 wonderful cards perfect for any occasion.  Kathy works her magic with a series of Hero Arts stamps sure to put a little spring in your step and a song in your heart.   A little faux stitchery and some vibrant Copic coloring finish these cards off and make for a sweet set of lovely sentiments.  Don't miss this class!

May 12th, Saturday-  10:00am - 12:00pm (class fee $25.00)

Class: Hero Arts Flower Power with Kathy Rosecrans

Join Kathy Saturday morning and create a trio of sunny flower cards featuring images by Hero Arts.  Nobody does flowers like Hero Arts does flowers!  AND...nobody showcases Hero Arts like Kathy does!  Lots of beautiful details with just a dash of whimsy makes these cards perfect for any occasion.  You'll see Kathy's signature stitching on at least one of the cards and that type of delicate detail is what makes her cards so special.  Get in the mood for warmer weather and spend a lovely morning relaxing and creating with Kathy. 

April 21st, Saturday:  10:00am - 12:00pm (class fee $25.00) 

Class: Flower Workshop with Kathy Rosecrans

Prepare for Spring by joining Kathy Saturday morning and she'll show you how to create a number of handmade flowers perfect for adorning cards, layouts, packages, gift bags, clothing, brooches, and headbands...the list is endless.  We shell out lots of cash for those pretty flower embellishments sold in the big box craft stores, but these can be fashioned from almost any type of material and are far more beautiful than anything picked up off a store shelf.  Plus, they're handmade and you just can't beat that.  How about filling a decorated box with these little beauties and giving them to your favorite crafter as a gift?  Whatever you use them for, you don't want to miss this class! 

Bring your favorite brads or gems for interesting flower centers and if you have any fun material laying about your craft room, bring it along and transform it into a stunning embellishment.  Also, be sure to add a small bottle of FabriTac to your class kit.  

Kathy taught this class previously and it was wildly popular.  She's repeating it due to popular demand, so it will fill up quickly.  Call the shop today and add your name to the list!

April 14th, Saturday-  10:00am - 12:00pm (class fee $25.00)

Class: Retro Christmas with Kathy Rosecrans

Join Kathy this Friday at 1:00pm at Harwood United Methodist Church and she'll show you how to make these exquisite vintage style Christmas cards.  Caught up in the hustle and bustle of the holidays?  Why not take time out for yourself and enjoy an afternoon of camaraderie and creativity.  Kathy uses a myriad of techniques to create these wonderful designs and combines them with her signature trims and details to come up with 3 beautiful cards from the heart.  We never seem to have enough holiday cards on hand to meet our ever-growing list of card recipients, so why not add 3 more to your Christmas card stash.  Actually, these are so elegant, you may not want to share :)   

If you are interested in taking this class, please contact Kathy via email at krosecrans@comcast.net.  

Harwood United Methodist Church has graciously once again offered their fellowship hall for this class.  They are located South of China Phoenix 2 on San Lorenzo just West of 4th street.  Their address is 420 San Lorenzo.

December 16th, Friday:  1:00pm - 4:00pm (class fee is $25.00) 

Class: Shabby Chic Falloween with Kathy Rosecrans

Join Kathy Saturday afternoon and create these beautiful shabby chic cards that embrace all the wonderful details we love about this season.  Kathy has combined rich Autumnal colors with rustic harvest textures to bring you 3 stunning cards perfect for any Fall occasion.  You'll love the details on these cards and will marvel at the spot of tulle, the bit of string, the tufts of muslin, and all of the other subtle accouterments that enhance their chic characteristics.  Don't miss this class!

October 22nd, Saturday:  1:00pm - 4:00pm (class fee $25.00)  

Class: Flower Workshop with Kathy Rosecrans

Did  you miss Kathy's Flower Workshop last Saturday?  You're in luck!  She is graciously teaching it again Friday afternoon.  Now's your chance to learn how to create a botanical buffet of budding beauties. Too much alliteration?  Sorry about that.  Sometimes I just get carried away ;D

Don't miss this class a second time!  Call Nancy at CP2 and reserve your spot!

September 23rd, Friday:  1:00pm - 4:00pm (class fee $25.00)  

Class: Flower Workshop with Kathy Rosecrans

Perserve the best of Summer by joining Kathy Saturday afternoon and she'll show you how to create a number of handmade flowers perfect for adorning cards, layouts, packages, gift bags, clothing, brooches, headbands...the list is endless.  We shell out lots of cash for those pretty flower embellishments sold in the big box craft stores, but these can be fashioned from almost any type of material and are far more beautiful than anything picked up off a store shelf.  Plus, they're handmade and you just can't beat that.  How about filling a decorated box with these little beauties and giving them to your favorite crafter as a gift?  Whatever you use them for, you don't want to miss this class!

September 17th, Saturday:  1:00pm - 4:00pm (class fee $25.00)  

Class: Falloween Cards with Kathy Rosecrans

Yes, you read that right!  FALLOWEEN!  Kathy has coined a new word that captures everything we love about this time of year.  Join her Friday afternoon and you'll create 3 cards that collectively embrace the warm colors of harvest season and the whimsical spookiness of Halloween.

We're sad to see Summer go, but we're happy to welcome the cool, crisp days of Fall along with the events that make this season special.  Soon we'll be able to witness the fiery glory of the leaves changing color on the trees and eventually making their descent downward to become, once again, part of the earth.  A spectacular visual analogy of the Cycle of Life.  Before too long we'll be able to take our gaze skyward and witness a miraculous rainbow of color fill the airspace above Albuquerque as the balloon fiesta paints a personal watercolor just for our enjoyment.  As the close of October draws nearer, ghosts and goblins will emerge from the nooks and crannies of the brisk evenings, foraging for candy and making us smile with their unabashed love of Halloween.  Yes, there is much to be thankful for :D

Start the season in style and join Kathy in creating cards that channel all of these joys into projects meant to be shared with family and friends.  Bring your Vintage Photo and Walnut Distress Ink pads if you have them.

September 16th, Friday:  1:00pm - 4:00pm (class fee $25.00)            

Class: Sew what? with Kathy Rosecrans

Join Kathy Friday afternoon and create 3 sewing inspired cards "tailored" to put a smile on the recipient's face!  Kathy combines her two favorite themes, paper and sewing, and the results are chic, vintag-y, and retro.  She is a wiz at the sewing machine and will generously show you how to add stitch-craft to your handmade paper creations using her Janome Mini Sew that she will have on hand for class.  A little bit of thread is all it takes to add a punch of "wow" to a special greeting.

Do you have stacks of old patterns laying around taking up valuable real estate in your craft/sewing room?  Bring them in and Kathy will show you how to upcycle them into lovely, crumply flowers perfect for adorning your cards and projects!  Don't miss out, sign up today!

Friday, August 12th:  1:00pm - 4:00pm (class fee $25.00)  

Class: Summer at the Beach w/ Kathy Rosecrans

Feeling like a quick getaway to the beach as a relief from the heat?  Kathy Rosecrans has you covered as she escorts you to a sandy respite far from the hustle and bustle of our chaotic lives.  Spend a relaxing afternoon creating these wonderful sea-side beauties featuring Hero Arts images set against backgrounds drenched in serene blues and greens.  Kathy will have her Janome Mini Sew in tow to create interesting stitched details, so if you're interested in learning how to sew on paper, be sure to sign up for this class.  

June 25th, Saturday:  1:00pm - 4:00pm (class fee $25.00)