Classes


Introduction

Bonnie Warner of Littleton, Colorado began Stamping to See You in 1993. Bonnie has been a stamper since 1988, a stamp art instructor since 1993, and a Certified Professional Demonstrator (CPD) since 1998. In 2010, the Artisan Boutique opened in Littleton to provide full service stamp, scrap and papercraft services, supplies, and workshops to all level of crafter.

Bonnie has a portfolio of more than 100 classes and techniques ranging from basic stamping techniques to intermediate and advanced card construction and technique workshops. In addition to teaching a wide variety of 2-hour and 3-hour classes, and 4-hour workshops, Bonnie also is a professional demonstrator promoting products for Clearsnap, Inc., The Art Institute, US Art Quest, Magical Faeryland, Luminarte, Copic Markers, Fred Mullet Nature Stamps, and Marvy/Uchida of America. Bonnie teaches classes, demonstrates at rubberstamp art and scrap book conventions, and promotes special events throughout the United States.


Classes and demonstrations can be scheduled by contacting Bonnie at 303-932-6795
Boutique Location:
9996 West Bowles Avenue (SE corner of Bowles & Kipling) -
 Boutique Hours:  Monday-Saturday 10am-8pm *  Sunday 10am-6pm

Class & Demonstration Schedule of Events

Class Fees:
*$1.00 Card Wednesday. Come in to the Boutique every Wednesday from 10am-7pm and make the "card of the day" for just one buck! All supplies furnished, but always bring your favorite scissors and adhesives!

*$5.00 Friday. Come in to the Boutique every Friday from 10am-7pm and make the "2-page Layout of the day" for just five bucks! All supplies furnished, but always bring your favorite scissors and adhesive!

*2-Hour Classes & Workshops: $25.00/person. This kit fee includes all paper, cardstock, consumables, specialty stamps, etc. that are specifically required for the class and taken home by each student .

*Classes By Appointment and On Demand. Want to take a class but can't make the scheduled time? Well, just call and set up an appointment that works for you. The DIY Studio is just waiting to teach, demonstrate and educate anyone who wants to learn!!

*DIY Studio Crop Corrals & Stamp Camp Parties: $10/person
Bring your friends, your photos or your papercraft projects and pull up a chair at the STSY DIY studio. Use the many products including our die-cut machines, 300+ dies, quick-cuts, zutter binders, PSB binders, cutters and more than 2000 stamps on your albums and card projects. Crop times can be scheduled daily from 10am-8pm. Later sessions are available upon request. Studio time is by appointment.

*What's In Your Bucket: $10./hour per person
Do you have a box of products and don't know why? Can't get them to work or don't know what they are for? Well scheduled an afternoon with Bonnie and she will show you a potpourri of ideas and techniques to help you use what you have! Come alone or bring a friend. You will make a package of projects and realize the diversity of art products that where just sitting unused!

*Kids Classes: $10/person
The first Sunday of each month we offer a Sunday Kids Class from Noon-4pm. We make a potpourri of projects for a variety of age groups including Shrink Art, Scrapbooking, Using the Cricut Die Cut Machine, Envelop Design, Card Design, Pencil Can, Tiles, Candy Bar Art, Watercards, Glitter Art and more. We also do kids classes over the summer and winter holiday breaks. On the schedule or by appointment

*Groups and Birthday Parties: $5.00/person+
Birthday parties aren't just for kids! Bring your friends and scrap or stamp the day away. We set up a birthday table, each participant gets a seat treat we have decorations and party favors, beverages, snacks and more. Plan a class or do your own thing!! We will cator to your special event

*Saturday Mega Workshops (10am-2pm & 4pm-8pm) $25/person
Workshops that can't be done in just a 2-hour session. These 4-hour workshops are designed to learn all there is to know about a product or technique. We will combine techniques and finished cards as well as thoroughly learn the product technology.

*Special Artist Sunday: Noon-4pm
Come spend Sunday afternoon here at the DIY Studio for an afternoon of projects that are "outside of the papercraft box". Calligraphy, calendar creations, crocheting, polymer clay, copic pens, basic knitting, learning to bead, fused glass and more. Plan for an afternoon of fun outside the world of papercraft. Fees vary based on each class and guest instructor.

*Monthly Club: $5/person
Reserve the space at the STSY studio to host your monthly get together.
-Southwest Stampers Club - 3rd Thursday of Each Month (6:30pm-9:30pm)
- Stamping Queens - 3rd Thursday of Each Month (11am-2pm)
- Leaders Group - 2nd Thurdsday of each Month (6pm-8pm)

*Retreat Days: $100/day
Throughout the year STSY offers retreat days. These events include breakfast, lunch and dinner. A full day of classes, card and papercraft making and an evening open-workshop to work independently or just enjoy the demonstrations. Lots of treats, products and prizes throughout the day.

Registration: Register for all classes, workshops and DIY timen in advance.  Payment is required at the time of registration.
Contact Bonnie Warner @ 303/932-6795

Supplies Required: Although most supplies for the classes and workshops are furnished; students are encouraged to bring their basic supply kit to each class or workshop. This kit includes, but is not limited to: scissors, adhesive, runners, and/or 2-sided tapes, ruler, bone folder, xacto knife, personal cutter, pencil & notepad. These supplies are available for purchase at the STSY studio.
Classes on Demand. Can't make it to the scheduled class or want to learn something not on the schedule. Just call and schedule a time that works for you. We have a list of classes that didn't make the schedule so if you want to schedule something on your time schedule just give a call!

WINTER 2011-12 WORKSHOPS
All 2 and 4-hour classes and workshops have a kit fee of $25.00 (unless otherwise noted) to cover the cost of products used during the class. Students will each receive a class kit as part of their registration and will take those products with them after the class.

Sat. Dec. 17 (10a-1p) Demo:
Vellum Candles
Make-n-Take kit $5.00

Sat. Dec. 17 (1p-8p)Mega Wkshp:
Christmas Card Chaos
Last chance to make all those holiday cards you have to finish for mailing.

Sun. Dec. 18: (Noon-4p)
Special Artist: Wire Wrapping
Learn how fun and easy it is to wire wrap cabochons and fused glass pieces creating a professional look.

Mon. Dec. 19 (10a & 6p)
Domino Art
Experment with various art techniques to create a variety of domino jewelry and embellishments

Tues. Dec. 20 (10a & 6p)
Brayer Bonanza
Create bright fall color with a brayer and a variety of inks.  We will learn more than a dozen brayer techniques in this workshop.  Bring your brayer if you have one!

Wed. Dec. 21 (10a-7p) $1.00 Card Day

Thur. Dec. 22 (10a & 6p)
The Art of Glitter
Nothing adds more glimmer to a holiday card than  250 colors of gourmet glitter and a variety of adhesives that adhere to everything but tupperware, snow-like texture, and a fabric adhesive make this medium a must learn product

Fri. Dec. 23 (10a & 7p)
Christmas with Just Rite Stamps
The Just Rite Stamp line in conjunction with Spellbinder dies and copic pens are the perfect combination for creating elegant holiday greetings, fast and fun!

Fri. Dec. 23 (10a-7p)$5.00 2-Page Layout
(Limited kits. Call to reserve a page kit)

Sat. Dec. 24: Store Hours 10a-4p

Sun. Dec. 25 CLOSED

Mon. Dec. 26 (10a & 6p)
Paper Piecing
This is a wonderful workshop that uses a variety of paper piecing technqiues to create dimension and depth in your cards.  Make an Impression stained glass images will be used to create these perfect cards.

Tues. Dec. 27 (10a & 6p)
Avocado Arts Club of the Month
Bring your newest Avocado Arts stamp set and we will create 4-5 cards using the stamps that you received from AA.  This is a great beginner workshop allowing stampers to build thier stamp supplies and learn how to use products.  Visit www.avocadoarts.com for membership.

Wed. Dec. 28 (10a-7P) $1.00 Card Day

Thurs. Dec. 29 (10a & 6p)
Fused & Dichroic Glass
The beauty of dichroic glass, designing your own glass pendants all the elements in creating your own jewelry pieces.  We will kiln your pieces here at the shop.  After taking this workshop students can come in anytime, purchase glass and use the studio to build additional pieces for a kiln shelf fee off just $10 (12-20 pieces).

Fri. Dec. 30 (10a & 6p)
B&J's 3-D Cave
This is a beautiful southwestern card using the B&J Art Stamp cave stamp.  We will make an accordion card with depth.

Sat. Dec. 31 (10-1p)
Demo: Calendar Creations
Make-n-Take $5

Sat. Dec. 31 (4p-8p) Mega Workshop
Calendar Creations
We will create a 12x12 calendar for 2012 using a variety of tools, products & techniques.  Bring photos if you want.
 
Sat. Dec. 31: Annual News Year Party
Ring in the New Year cardmaking!! The party starts at 8p & play til the ball drops!

Sun. Jan. 1: Noon-4pm
Cricut Chaos
Did Santa bring you a new toy and now you need to learn how to use it?  Well we will go over every button and dial, we will cut a variety of stocks and make a project or two so that when you leave, you will be comfortable with the Cricut!

Mon. Jan. 2 (10a & 6p)
Learning to Watercolor.
Learn how to use watercolor pencils, crayons, cakes and tubes.  Experiment with the different mediums, brushes, paper shading, light sources and more!

Tues. Jan. 3: (10a & 6p)
5-Panel Cards for Winter
This workshop allows us to create a variety of card folds and openings to create a "story" card filled with embellishments and dimension.  We will use Cuttlebug embossing templates, spellbinder dies, stamps and more.

Wed. Jan. 4:(10a-7p) -$1.00 Card Day

Thurs. Jan. 5 (10a & 6p)
Learning to Rubber Stamp
Step over to the dark side and see what all the fuss is about.  We will learn the basics, paper, ink pads, cutters, scissors, coloring tools,  embellishments, coloring, layers,  embossing and all the secrets to getting started! This is a MUST have to begin!

Fri. Jan. 6 (10a & 6p)
CuddleBug Mosaic Frame
Metal, CuddleBug Envelops and a 12x12 wood frame make this wonderful home decor frame. Finish with  picture or mirror.

Fri. Jan. 6 (10a-7p)$5.00 2-Page Layout
(Limited kits. Call to reserve a page kit)

Sat. Jan. 7 (10a-1p) Demo:
Encaustic Wax
Make-n-Take $5.00

Sat. Jan. 7 (4p-8p) Mega Workshop
Encaustic Wax
Everything you will ever need to know about encaustic wax backgrounds, landscapes, flowers and more using this art form originally from the Netherlands.

Sun. Jan. 8 (Noon-4p) Special Artist
Copic Markers
Bonnie has been certified with Copic to teach the technical elements of Copic markers.  What makes these pens so special, ten (10) blending techniques, flesh tones, hair, the colorless blender and more

Mon. Jan. 9 (10a & 6p)
Winter Landscapes
We will create a variety of landscape cards with a winter theme in mind.  Just Rite, Northwoods, StampScapes, Rubber Cottage&  Art Impressions create scenes.

Tues. Jan. 10 (10a & 6p)
Twinkling H20's
Take a hands on voyage to the world of H20's. This hybrid watercolor medium is fabulous on paper, dark colored cardstock, for backgrounds and so much more!

Wed. Jan. 11  (10a-7p)- $1 Card Day

Thurs. Jan. 12 (10a & 6p)
Fused & Dichroic Glass Pendants
Learn how fun and easy it is to create your own glass pendants using fusible art and dichroic glass. We will introduce students to the microwave kiln, stringers, fritz, noodles, decals, papers and more to make your own pendants and embellishments.

Fri. Jan. 13 (10a & 6p)
Shabby Chic for Winter
We will experiment with a variety of products, dies, papers and more to create a dimensional "shabby chic" look.

Fri. Jan. 13 (10a-7p)$5. 2-Page Layout
(Limited kits. Call to reserve a page kit)

Sat. Jan. 14: (10a-1p)Demo:
Flower Soft Techniques
Make-n-Take Kit $5.00

Sat.Jan. 14: (4p-8p)Mega Workshop:
Winter Wonderland
The holidays may be over, but we still have lots of winter themed cards to create.  This workshop is filled with ideas to embellish it all!

Sun. Jan. 15: (Noon-4p)  Special Artist
Paper Roses w/Susan Gill
Learn how easy it is to make paper roses and paper poppies with basic punches and paper tooling.  What a dramatic embellishment on your gift packages.

Mon. Jan. 16 (10a & 6p)
Art Impressions Watercolor
Learn how easy it is to create fluid color on your card designs using the Art Impressoins watercolor technique.

Tues. Jan. 17 (10a & 6p)
Alcohol Ink Blitz
We will not only introduce you to the big wide world of alcohol inks, but teach you a variety of techniques that will change the look of your cards forever!!

Wed. Jan. 18 (10a-7p) - $1 Card Day

Thur. Jan. 19: Stamping Queens (11a)
Thur. Jan. 19: Southwest Stampser (6p)

Fri. Jan. 20 (10a & 6p)
Holly Berry Valentine Medallions
Come try the newest Medallion edition to the Holly Berry collection. The ability to layer the designs makes this medium fast, easy and fun to layer and embellish!

Fri. Jan. 20(10a-7p)$5.00 2-Page Layout
(Limited kits. Call to reserve a page kit)
            
Sat. Jan. 21 (10a-1p) Demo:
Penny Black HedgeHogs
Make-n-Take $5.00

Sat. Jan. 21 (4p-8p) Mega Workshop:
Penny Black HedgeHog Techniques
In this workshop we will spend our time learning a variety of ways to embellish, color, enhance and create cards that are fun, fast, easy and exciting.  We will incorporate Copics, FlowerSoft, Viva Pearls, Glossy Accents, Glitter & More.

Sun. Jan. 22 (Noon-4p)Special Artist
Encaustic Wax
This workshop will take you from the basics all the way to the intermediate and advanced techniques using the encaustic wax product from Kandi Corp.    

Mon. Jan. 23 (10a & 6p)
Valentines with Northwoods
We will create a set of cards that incorporate the Northwoods stamp line, Cheery Lynn & Spellbinders, glitter, copics, dramatic cardstocks and more.

Tues. Jan. 24 (10a & 6)
Glitter T-Shirt Art
Learn how easy it is to glitter a t-shirt with the Art Institute Glitter System. Students will complete a t-shirt using the Aztec Running Horse.  Students bring t-shirt.

Wed. Jan.25 (10a-7p)- $1 Card Day

Thurs. Jan. 26 (10a & 6p)
Embellish This....
We will investigate the many facets of embellishing, layering and creating dimension in our card work with winter and Valentines cards in mind.  Ribbon, glitter, flower soft, viva pearl pens, brads, eyelets, cuddlebugs, metalic and pearl stocks.

Fri. Jan. 27 (10a & 6p)
Hero Arts Flower Fantasia
Hero Arts has a beautiful set of flower stamps that make the most elegant floral cards you can imagine.  We will make 4 cards and instructions for 4 more.

Fri. Jan. 27 (10a-7p) $5. 2-Page Layout
(Limited kits. Call to reserve a page kit)

Fri. Jan. 27 (6p-9p) Art & Wine Night
Come join us for a Colorado wine tasting, & a special canvas or fused glass project.

Sun. Jan. 29 (Noon-4p) Special Artist
Intro. to Wood Burning with Pam
Discover the joy of woodburning with these simple techniques.  Learn an old-fashion art that has a modern, rustic appeal with a simple heating tool that has a sharp point, any design can be engraved into wood.  Learn to select wood pieces with step by step instructions on how to use tthe wood burning tools and add color to your designs.  This techique can be used for furniture and accessories and even jewelry.  Students should bring a wood burning tool to the workshop.

Wed. Feb. 1 (10a-7p)- $1 Card Day

Thurs. Feb. 2 (10a & 6p)
Iris Folding
Iris folding looks tricky and elegant, but once you learn the secret and the various ways of making your iris folding work for you it will be your favorite technique!

Fri. Feb 3 (10a & 6p)
Cards that Fold
This is a perfect Friday night workshop.  Fast, fun, and full of ideas that make your cards open where you least expect it!

Fri. Feb 3(10a-7p)$5.00 2-Page Layout
(Limited kits. Call to reserve a page kit)

Sat. Feb. 4 (10a-1p)
Demo: Cheery Lynn Die Cuts
Make-n-Take $5.00

Sat. Feb. 4 (4p-8p)Mega Workshop
Card Creations with Cheery Lynn.
We will create a stack of cards using the Cherry Lynn dies, Embossing folders, glitter, flower soft, inks and more.

Sun. Feb 5 (Noon-4p) Special Artist
Holly Berry Valentine's Box
This 4-hour workshop will allow students ample time to create the multi-sided gift box as well as the matching medallion!
It is stunning!

Mon. Feb 6 (10a & 6p)
Gamosol Techniques
Students will be introduced to the powerful blending capabilities of Gamosol and color pencils.  This medium is the perfect technique for winterscapes and wildlife!

Tues.  Feb 7 (10a & 6p)
Journal & Binding System Design    
Create a potpourri of journals, notepads, grocery lists or just a 3-d post it cover to put in your purse. We will create a variety of journals and sketchbooks using the PSB Binder, Zutter Binder, RolloBind and Cinch machines. We have them all and you will surely find one that moves you!

Wed. Feb 8 (10a-7p) - $1 Card Day
 
Thur. Feb 9 (10a & 6p)
Hero Arts Paisley Party
We will use the Hero Arts Paisley stamp set to create a stack of cards using pigment inks, gems, glitter and more for a bright and dramatic effect.

Fri. Feb 10 (10a & 6p)
Background Majic with Inks
Come see the fun that can be had using the various alcohol inks including Copic inks, Adirondack Ink, Sprays  and more to create altered colors, vibrant backgrounds, polished stone effects and more.!

Fri. Feb 10(10a-7p)$5.00 2-Page Layout
(Limited kits. Call to reserve a page kit)

Sat. Feb 11 (10a-1p)Demo:
Surface Design
Make-n-Take: $5.00

Sat. Feb 11 (4p-8p)MegaWorkshop:
Surface Design
 Students will build a 20-page techniques book with a potpourri of techniques using inks, pearl ex, cardstocks and more.

Sun. Feb 12 (Noon-4p) Special Artist  Stamping 101  w/Bonnie
Want to learn how to use the tools, learn about inks, pads, embossing and more -- this is your opportunity to learn the basics, cutters, layering, papers and more.

Mon. Feb 13 (10a & 6p)
The Art of Glitter
Nothing adds more glimmer to a holiday card than  250 colors of gourmet glitter and a variety of adhesives that adhere to everything but tupperware, snow-like texture, and a fabric adhesive make this medium a must learn product

Tues. Feb 14 (10 & 6p)
Mixed Media Canvas Art
Step out of your comfort zone to create this collage on canvas.  We will use acrylic paint, gesso,luminarte inks, stamps and more to create this dynamic wall art.

Wed. Feb 15 (10a-7p) -$1.00 Card Day

Thur. Feb 16: Stamping Queens (11a)
Thur. Feb. 16: Southwest Stampers (6p)

Fri. Feb 17 (10a & 6p)
Fused & Dichroic Glass Pendants
Learn how fun and easy it is to create your own glass pendants using fusible art and dichroic glass. We will introduce students to the microwave kiln, stringers, fritz, noodles, decals, papers and more to make your own pendants and embellishments

Sat. Feb 18 (10a-1p) Demo
Cinch Binding System
Make-n-Take $5.00

Sat. Feb 18 (4p-8p) Mega Workshop
Sketchbook Design
Students will create a variety of notebooks, scratch pads, sketchbooks and more using the various binding systems including the PSB Binder, the Zutter Binder and the Cinch Binder.

Sun. Feb 19 (Noon-4p) Special Artist  Cricut Chaos.
Come learn the ins and outs of using your Cricut Personal Cutting System. We will show you how to use all your settings and tensions. The do's and don'ts of your electric cutter and let you try out some of the fabulous cartridges that are on the market...so start your collection NOW!

Mon. Feb 20 (10a & 6p)
Twinkling H20's
The phenomenal color and pearlescent look of the shimmery watercolor can't be surpassed...especially on dark rich stocks.

Tues. Feb. 21 (10a & 6p)
Make an Impression Flower Sculpting
Flower punches, rubberstamps, paper, adhesive and embellishments and in no time at all you have created a 3-d card with flowers that actually grow on you.

Wed. Feb. 22 (10a-7p) -$1.00 Card Day

 
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**To register for workshops contact 303.932.6795 -or- Stampin2CU@aol.com
**Workshop registration fees will be collected at the time of registration!!