ESS is excited to announce the return of Cheryl Mezzetti

yes, you read correctly Cheryl Mezzetti is coming back to ESS to teach two amazing classes in August.

The first class  

 

Happy Days

Sunday August 11th 1:00-4:00pm $45

Mini Book perfect for Summer Memories

Cheryl starts with plain and simple 7gypsies chipboard covers, chipboard, canvas mat boards and turns it into a work of art!  She takes you through a journey with all the latest and greatest mixed media products to hit the market as she educates you with all you need to know with using Luminarte H20's, Radiant Rain Sprayers and the new Primary Elements and Silks!  Cheryl shares her knowledge from her education and training trip to Germany at the main headquarters of Viva Decor Germany!   

The next class is a 5 hour technique based class

Mixed Media Techniques

Saturday August 10th 12:00-5:00pm $55

Mixed Media Technique Workshop

You will learn how to use a variety of mixed media products including all Luminarte h20s, silks, primary elements, Viva colour products such as modeling cream, ferro, precious metals, etc.   

This class is very informative as Cheryl will be sharing how each of them work both independently and with other products.   Each student will receive a unique kit and a 9 page follow up email with links to various sites and videos to help you further your knowledge! 

You will be working in an old discarded book (old, recycled or even new) and will be  will be adding pockets, vintage trims including some one-of-a-kind finds, ephemera, recycled products, and three-dimensional objects  totally transforming the book into a creative work of art!


   

Sweet Threads - Another Exclusive Mini Book

We are excited to introduce another exclusive custom kit designed by Lynn Kopas.

"Sweet Threads" This beautiful album uses Basic Grey Papers. Lynn titled hers "Fashion" Your album can be any girlie or spring theme you like. Super cute and easy to do. The Luminarte H20 Apple Blossom really makes the elements shine in this album. Instructions are included so that you can complete the album at home at your own pace.

The only thing you would need to add is adhesive, ink for your edges and whatever title letters you would like. The cost of the Sweet Threads kit is $35.

For those of you not familiar with Lynn Kopas. She is currently living in Massachusetts and is on the design team for Creative Imaginations, Petaloo, and she designs exclusive custom albums for Everything Scrapbook & Stamps. She has been an avid photographer since Junior High School and was fortunate to have a professional photographer as a neighbor. Lynn started scrapbooking almost five years ago and LOVES how the two hobbies meld together perfectly!! Scrapbooking provides a creative outlet and is a great way to unwind from a hectic day. Lynn also loves the social aspect of this hobby and have met some amazing people, many of whom have become close friends. You can check out her work or just stop by to visit with her on her blog

http://www.lynnkopas.typepad.com

BoBunny Mini Book

Today I wanted to show you this absolutely adorable mini album
made by one of our customers Carolyn H.

She used BoBunny papers and Prima Flowers
This is her FIRST mini album!!

Look at the way she has used ribbon as her pocket

The butterfly wings become the pocket on this page

A cute little mini book inside the pocket

Hidden tag inside a pocket

Stunning and so hard to believe this is her first mini album

Way to go Carolyn

Wishing you were somewhere else?

If you are like me when the weather is like this, it's difficult not to imagine yourself somewhere else. Where are you? On the beach under a tropical sun? High up a mountain appreciating a breathtaking vista? Or, exploring the twisting alleys of a sleepy old town?

Wherever you are, this project is the perfect way to capture those idyllic moments until it's time for that summer vacation.

As you can see, this is a mini-album, based on the Basic Grey Wanderer line, that can be used to capture those dreams until its time to live them.

Of course, you can also use it to record past journeys. It's a versatile piece that you can use as a journal, to frame your photographs, or to present special keepsakes like ticket stubs, maps and coins. With a little creativity it's possible to make a really deep and compelling piece.

We'll be making these mini-albums in the class on January 8th, so you have plenty of time to dream about where you would rather be! Until then, wrap up warm!