THE INK PAD
22 8th Avenue at West 12th Street
New York, NY 10014
212.463.9876
www.theinkpadnyc.com
 
SHOP HOURS:
Monday thru Wednesday - 10am to 7pm
Thursday - 10am to 8pm
Friday & Saturday - 10am to 7pm
Sunday - 11am to 6pm

• 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.

Saturday

  November 2

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

Monday

November 11

  $26.00

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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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

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

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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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

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

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

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!