{nerdspecs gets crafty}

~ adventures in rubber stamping & scrapbooking ~

Thursday, September 28

Crafty Goods!

The mega-talented and super-cool Jennifer Pebbles has opened a Cafe Press store - Crafty Goods!

LOVE the design, and can't wait to order something.

Check it out!

Wednesday, September 27

Classes Rescheduled at Pretty Paper

I've had to reschedule the two holiday classes and Halloween make & take originally scheduled for 10/14 & 10/15, as I will be in Sunny San Diego with my girlfriends!

New dates!

Saturday October 21, 10:00am-12:00pm
Winter Wonderland - $22

We’ll create 5 dazzling cards perfect for the holiday season using a mix of A Muse holiday images.
(Pretty Paper, Blaine: 763-784-6000)

Saturday October 21, 1:00-3:00 pm
Holiday Sparkle - $22

We'll make 5 stylish holiday cards with A Muse's newest images and embellishments--these simple yet distinctive holiday greetings are sure to dazzle those who receive them!
(Pretty Paper, Blaine: 763-784-6000)

Sunday October 22, 1:00-4:00 pm
Halloween Make & Take - FREE

Join me for a free make & take … a Halloween card made with fun and spooky A Muse images.
(Pretty Paper, Blaine: 763-784-6000)

See you there!

Monday, September 25

More Pirate-y Goodness!

Here is another card I made for Talk Like a Pirate Day, but forgot to scan and post.

I used a couple of my new stamps from The Cat's Pajamas!



Also, one of Lily's cards ... using the skull/swords from TCP and the A Muse "ahoy matey". (note the drawing inside - it's Pirate Lily, with an eye patch and hook!)




(psst - if you look closely, you can see the color of my craft room! I know, I know ... I need to post pictures!)

Fun Times!

I taught two classes at Pretty Paper on Saturday. Only two students, but they're the best students (and quickly becoming "regulars") so that's okay!

*waves to Dawn & Karen*


Dawn, me, Karen


A woman named Sherry joined us just as we were starting the second class - so glad she made it!

We made 5 cards in each class - Sparkles & Spooks and Frightful & Delightful. Here are a few!


Catwoman!



Sparkly ingredients!



Pumpkin Baby!



Boris!


Had LOTS of fun, ladies. And thanks again for lunch, Dawn!

Tuesday, September 19

Arr!

Ahoy! I missed Talk Like a Pirate day on Tuesday, mates!

Lily and I had fun making pirate themed cards. I'll have to upload the pic I took of one of hers. So cute!

I dropped her off at her friend's house that morning (she rides to school with them), and as she was getting out of the car I told her to "walk the plank" and called her "skurvy". Hahaha. We were both in giggles as she shut the door.

I think it should be Talk Like a Pirate day every day!


(images & cardstock by A Muse, Colorbox Fluid Chalk ink, May Arts ribbon, Marvy punches)

PS - Check out Heather's cool Pirate post! The cupcake toppers are just TOO cute!

Monday, September 18

Upcoming Classes

Here is my list of upcoming classes ... I hope to see you at one (or more) of them!

(please call the stores directly to sign up)


Saturday September 23, 10:00am-12:00pm
Sparkles & Spooks - $22

We'll use glitter, Twinkle Stickers and new Halloween images from A Muse to make 5 fun cards that sparkle and shimmer!
(Pretty Paper, Blaine: 763-784-6000)

Saturday September 23, 1:00-3:00 pm
Frightful & Delightful - $22

We’ll make 5 frightful and delightful Halloween cards with A Muse’s fun and spooky Halloween images.
(Pretty Paper, Blaine: 763-784-6000)

Tuesday October 10, 6:00-8:00 pm
Sparkles & Spooks - $22

We'll use glitter, Twinkle Stickers and new Halloween images from A Muse to make 5 fun cards that sparkle and shimmer!
(Memory Mania, Woodbury: 651-731-7766)

Saturday October 14, 10:00am-12:00pm
Winter Wonderland - $22

We’ll create 5 dazzling cards perfect for the holiday season using a mix of A Muse holiday images.
(Pretty Paper, Blaine: 763-784-6000)

Saturday October 14, 1:00-3:00 pm
Holiday Sparkle - $22

We'll make 5 stylish holiday cards with A Muse's newest images and embellishments--these simple yet distinctive holiday greetings are sure to dazzle those who receive them!
(Pretty Paper, Blaine: 763-784-6000)

Sunday October 15, 1:00-4:00 pm
Halloween Make & Take - FREE

Join me for a free make & take … a Halloween card made with fun and spooky A Muse images.
(Pretty Paper, Blaine: 763-784-6000)

Tuesday October 17, 6:00-8:00 pm
Frightful & Delightful - $22

We’ll make 5 frightful and delightful Halloween cards with A Muse’s fun and spooky Halloween images.
(Memory Mania, Woodbury: 651-731-7766)

Saturday November 11, 10:30 am – 12:30 pm
Fabulous Fall - $22

You'll have fun making 5 cards perfect for fall and Thanksgiving, using some new images from A Muse.
(Memory Mania, Woodbury: 651-731-7766)

Sunday November 12, 12:30-2:30 pm
Winter Wonderland - $22

We’ll create 5 dazzling cards perfect for the holiday season using a mix of A Muse holiday images.
(Memory Mania, Woodbury: 651-731-7766)

Tuesday November 28, 6:00-8:00 pm
Jolly Holidays - $22

A Muse images convey fun and laughter in these 5 delightful designs. We'll combine a variety of images that can't help but draw a warm smile this holiday season!
(Memory Mania, Woodbury: 651-731-7766)

Tuesday December 5, 6:00-8:00 pm
Holiday Sparkle - $22

We'll make 5 stylish holiday cards with A Muse's newest images and embellishments--these simple yet distinctive holiday greetings are sure to dazzle those who receive them!
(Memory Mania, Woodbury: 651-731-7766)

Friday, September 15

Hot Event!

You guys! You have to check out this event!

~ * ~ A Muse Grand Opening Gala ~ * ~

A Muse is throwing huge party to celebrate the grand opening of their new (and super-cute) retail space. If you're in the Seattle area on October 7, you'll want to be there!

You can take classes with some talented A Muse instructors - Julie Ebersole, Jennifer Pebbles, Leah Corneto, Mary Bieber, and Linda Carnell (owner of A Muse) will be there too! These ladies are FABULOUS and so much fun - you will love them!

The gala will include classes, door prizes and goodie bags, refreshments, free make & takes, and special discounts.

Go to the site to register! It's filling up FAST!