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New York, NY 10014
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Sunday - 11am to 6pm
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  • Please sign up for classes early as classes do sell out.
  • You may pay in advance by phone or in person using cash or credit card. Your space in class is guaranteed with full payment.
  • Sorry, we do not accept cancellations.
  • We reserve the right to cancel a class with fewer than 4 students.
  • ANYONE TAKING A CLASS WILL RECEIVE 10% OFF OF ANY ITEMS PURCHASED THE DAY OF THAT CLASS.
  • ANYONE TAKING TWO CLASSES IN THE SAME DAY WILL RECEIVE 15% OFF ANY ITEMS PURCHASE THE DAY OF THOSE CLASSES.
  • Class discounts cannot be combined with any other Ink Pad coupons, discounts, or sale items.
  • CLASS KIT - For each class, you should bring a "class kit". This should include scissors, cutting mat, Exacto (craft) knife, glue stick, double stick tape, bone folder, pencil, metal ruler, black waterproof inkpad, & clear embossing inkpad. Be sure to put your name on everything. If any additional items are required, it will be stated in the class description.
DATE TIME CLASS DESCRIPTION
Saturday
November 2
8:30am - 5:00pm LONG ISLAND STAMP SHOW
Don�t miss our fun bus trip. Only a few seats left... Our bus leaves at 8:30 am from the shop; the show is from 10:00�5:00 pm at the Wyndham Hotel, Hauppauge, Long Island.
Saturday
November 9
1:00pm - 4:00pm (Mark�s birthday!!) HOLIDAY GIFT IDEAS & CARD SHOWCASE
Monday
November 11
$26.00
7:15pm - 9:30pm SHRINK PLASTIC ART class with Estrella
Love to play? Then you�ll love shrink plastic. Make pins, card embellishments and miniature art with this medium. We�ll use chalks and pencils to color.
Saturday
November 16
$29.00
NOTE
9:30am - 12:00pm MINIATURE WATERCOLORS class with Phyllis
This technique, taught at Artiology by Veti Vasilion, will show everyone that watercolor need not be scary. It is for both beginners and advanced. You will create a multitude of miniature watercolors in one sitting that you can use as focal points for cards or even a frame. Add a stamped saying and stand back and admire your newfound skill. You can�t go wrong with these miniature masterpieces. NOTE: You may want to bring very small stamps to add to your paintings, or use ours. If you already own a watercolor palette or pencils, please bring them as well.
Saturday
November 16
$25.00
NOTE
9:30am - 12:00pm BEGINNING STAMPING class with Estrella
This ultra complete class will teach you all the basics. You will learn why there are so many types of ink pads, which paper to use, & basic coloring methods. Great for new stampers & those who need a refresher course on what's new in stamping.
Saturday
November 16
$26.00
NOTE
1:00pm - 3:00pm MAGNET CARDS class with Phyllis
Make a card that they will keep forever. These wonderful cards are actually a card and gift together. The magnet can be removed and placed on the refrigerator as a constant reminder of your thoughtfulness. It�s the card that �keeps on giving!�
Saturday
November 16
$33.00
NOTE
1:00pm - 3:00pm STACKING BOX class with Mark
Make three square boxes with lids in ascending sizes that stack...or nestle.We will cover them with decorative handmade paper and bookcloth. Great to give as a gift or for wrapping your holiday gifts.
Saturday
November 16
$29.00
NOTE
3:30pm - 5:30pm CARVING RUBBER STAMPS class with Estrella
Can't find that one perfect image you need? Or, maybe you have a design or photograph that is begging to be made into rubber. Learn various techniques on how to transfer or sketch a picture onto the carving medium. Then, we'll carve and create your own personal stamps. Instructor will provide an array of images for you to use. Please bring your own set of carving tools.
Saturday
November 16
$28.00
NOTE
3:30pm - 5:30pm FROM TIC TAC TOE TO ART class with Mark
This is no ordinary tic tac toe set. Create your own one-of-a-kind (7" square) stamped art piece using a wooden game board and �X� and �O� pieces. Lots of fun for kids of all ages. Please bring your own set of Tombow or Marvy Markers.
Sunday
November 17

SOCIETY OF SCRIBES HOLIDAY FAIR,
at the Brotherhood Synagogue (28 Gramercy Park South, 20th Street between Irving Place and 3rd Avenue). Calligraphers, artists and craftspeople will showcase their goods.
Monday
November 18
7:15pm - 9:30pm GLASS VOTIVE HOLDER class with Barbara
Using stamped collage paper, design a beautiful glass votive holder. Very Somerset!... A gorgeous gift�you may not want to give this one away!
Wednesday
November 20
$28.00
7:15pm - 9:30pm AWESOME HOLIDAY CARDS class with Estrella
Want to make your holiday cards? You�ve still got time. Let Estrella help you come up with some easy, enjoyable ideas...
Saturday
November 23
FREE DEMO
1:00pm - 4:00pm MINIATURE FAUX ENAMEL TILES demo with Paula Whitcomb
Paula will demonstrate how you can turn corrugated cardboard tiles into exquisite miniature works of art using ultra-thick embossing powder, assorted colorful detail embossing powders and by incorporating other bits of decoration such as charms, seashells, beads and fibers. Use the tiles to decorate greeting cards, make magnets, jewelry, ornaments�whatever you can dream up. This is a beautiful and unique holiday gift that is easy to produce.
Saturday
November 30
FREE DEMO
1:00pm - 4:00pm COPPER DEMO with Barbara
Learn why so many crafters are into copper as an art medium. Copper is pliable, stampable and beautiful. It really is magic!
Sunday
December 1
$28.00
NOTE
10:00am - 12:00pm THE FINE ART OF MASKING class with Mark
Masking adds the element of depth and relative space to stamping. Learn to add backgrounds behind previously stamped images. We will be using masking tape and a stamp positioner. Please bring markers and detail scissors. Let Mark unmask the magic.
Sunday
December 1
$28.00
NOTE
10:00am - 12:00pm FRAME CARD class with Barbara
...Or is it a Card Frame?? We'll discover a great new project in this class... A card that's also a frame for a favorite photo. Great for holidays, birthdays, birth announcements and more! Easy and fun�you'll use this one over and over.
Sunday
December 1
$35.00
NOTE
1:00pm - 3:00pm WILD ACCORDION CARD class with Mark
Be amazed by this squre-shaped card that opens to reveal a series of fluttering, folded accordion pages. Great for birthdays or very special occasions.
Sunday
December 1
$26.00
NOTE
1:00pm - 3:00pm PAPER MOSAIC MAGIC class with Barbara
We will use hand-molded foam stamps, stylus tools and direct-to-paper applications to create some great cards using this new technique. Discover �cracked ice collage,� �mosaic stamping,� and more. If you like creativity and color, you'll love this one!
Wednesday
December 4
$25.00
7:15pm - 9:30pm BEGINNING STAMPING class with Estrella
This ultra complete class will teach you all the basics. You will learn why there are so many types of ink pads, which paper to use, and basic coloring methods. Great for new stampers and those who need a refresher course on what�s new in stamping.
Monday
December 9
$29.00
7:15pm - 9:30pm COPPER FRAME PIN class with Barbara
Construct a real copper frame around a tiny shadow box, for mini photos, mementos, or musings...A piece to wear, use on a journal cover, or give as a gift!
Wednesday
December 11
$28.00
7:15pm - 9:30pm MINI SHRINK PLASTIC BOOK class with Mark
Stamp and color shrink plastic to make this elegant mini-book. The book is bound with artistic wire and beads. This class sells out every time!
Saturday
December 14
FREE DEMO
1:00pm - 4:00pm SUPER QUICK AND EASY LAST-MINUTE HOLIDAY CARDS Demo
with Paula Whitcomb

Did you forget someone on your holiday card list and you ran out of cards? Have the holidays snuck up on you and you still haven't sent out your best wishes? Paula will show you how you can make simple, no fuss cards so that you can get them out in the mail and delivered before 2003!

 

 
NOTE: All classes on Saturday, November 16 & Sunday, December 1 will take place at Westbeth located at 55 Bethune St. (between West St. & Washington St.)
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