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STAMPAWAY USA
EXHIBITORS
A Jillian Vance Design, Art Gone Wild!, B
Line Designs, Craft-Dee Bowz, Creative
Arts by Obertin, Darcie’s, Dare 2B Artzy,
DeNami Design, Door County Rubber
Stamps LLC, Endless Creations LLC &
Everyday Cards, Eyelet Outlet LLC, Gary
M Burlin & Co., Gourmet Rubber
Stamps, Heartfelt Creations, Impression
Obsession, Inky Antics, JudiKins Inc.,
Just For Fun, Lost Coast Designs, Luni
Stamps, Marco’s Paper, Mercart USA,
Northcoast Creations, Northwoods
Rubber Stamps Inc, Our Daily Bread
Designs, Paper Crazy, Prickley Pear
Rubber Stamps, Purple Daisy Design,
Repeat Impressions, Rubber Cottage,
Stacy Stamps, Stamp On It, Stampers
Anonymous, Stamping Fools, Stamping
Sensations Inc., Stampland, Stamplistic,
Stamps by Judith, Studios Blackbird/
I n v o k e A r t s , Te c h n i q u e J u n k i e
Newsletter, Tessler Stamps/Stencils Co.,
The Paper Cut, The Paper Nest, The
S t a m p D o c t o r, To o m u c h f u n
Rubberstamps, Verses Rubber Stamp
Company
21st Anniversary
Dessert Party
Thursday, August 8, 8:00 PM
Crowne Plaza Hotel
Magic of Michael Principato
$15 per ticket
Sharonville Convention Center
11355 Chester Road
Sharonville, Ohio 45246
Organized by Stamp Your Art Out!, Inc.
Blue Ash, Ohio
(513) 793-4558
PRIVATE PREVIEW
SHOPPING PARTY
It’s a Crazy Hat Party!
Prizes Awarded for the best hats.
($100 - $75 - $50 - $30 gift certificates)
FRIDAY, AUGUST 9, 2013
SHARONVILLE CONVENTION CENTER
7:30 PM - 11:00 PM
PRE-SHOPPING - get started on your
convention shopping spree!
Only 600 Tickets Available!
$39 includes Friday admission with
light buffet and Saturday admission.
SATURDAY
AUGUST 10, 2013
One Day Convention
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
The Rubber Gift Tree Fundraiser
will be held on Saturday morning from 8 - 9
AM at the front entrance of the convention
center. You can purchase bags of items
donated by rubber stamp companies. To date,
$50,000 has been raised to provide rubber
stamps, supplies and stamping carts for local
institutions. This year’s recipient is
Shepherd Community Center in memory of
Mike Meador.
Sharonville Convention Center
$9 pre-sale - $10 at the door
This year’s headquarters hotel is
Crowne Plaza,
11320 Chester Road, Sharonville, OH 45246
(513) 771-2080
Ask for the Stampaway rates which start at
$102 plus tax
Rate cut-off date is July 15, 2013
Classes will be held at Crowne Plaza
STAMPAWAY TIPS........
Tickets - Pre-sale tickets can be purchased by
mail from Stampaway, 5669 Creek Road, Blue
Ash, 45242 for $9. The ticket entitles you to an
admission wrist ID and a coupon to receive the
convention program booklet for Saturday,
August 10 convention day. Tickets at the door
will be $10.
The $38 ticket (only 600 tickets are available)
entitles you to an admission ticket and light
buffet for the Friday August 9 Private Shopping
Party, an admission wrist ID for Saturday,
August 10, and a program booklet coupon.
Coupons for program booklets may be
redeemed at the Crowne Plaza HQ Room
August 7 - 9. Program booklets will also be
available at the time of the convention.
Contact Cincinnat Visitors Bureau for
information on Cincinnati. Call (800) 543-2613
for a free packet or visit www.cincyusa.com.
Arriving by plane at the Greater Cincinnati/
Northern Kentucky Airport? Taxi service is
available from the booth in the baggage area.
Approximate fare to the Crowne Plaza is $62
from At Your Service Taxi (513-546-3659) with
reservations. Dayton airport is another choice.
Bring plenty of cash! Hundred dollar bills are
sometimes hard to cash early in the day. Some
companies do not accept checks or credit cards,
and transactions are quicker with cash.
If you bring your camera or video PLEASE ask
permission to photograph work.
Paging is not available.
The Crowne Plaza and the Sharonville
Convention Center are handicap accessible.
Elevators are available at both locations.
For safety and liability reasons, no strollers or
rolling suitcases are permitted on the convention
center floor.
VISIT OUR WEBSITE:
www.stampawayusa.com
Convention help is needed. Many exhibitors request
workers in their booth. You can e-mail us at
[email protected] if you are interested.
DIRECTIONS...
To Sharonville Convention Center
From Greater Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky
airport: I-275 East to I-75 North. Exit 15, Sharon
Road (approx. 23 miles). Left on Sharon Road.
Right on Chester Road.
From Dayton:
I-75 South to Exit 15, Sharon Road. Right on
Sharon Road. Right on Chester Road.
From Indianapolis:
I-74 to I-275 East to I-75 South. Exit 15, Sharon Road.
Right on Sharon Road. Right on Chester Road.
From Louisville:
I-71 North to I-75 North. Exit 15, Sharon Road.
You can also get door to door directions on line
from www.mapquest.com. The Convention
Center’s address is 11355 Chester Road,
Sharonville, Ohio 45246
Classes are held at the Crowne Plaza in
Sharonville. ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST
BE REGISTERED. No phone registrations
will be accepted at any time. Registrations
by fax will only be accepted STARTING
May 1, 2013
NO CLASS REFUNDS GIVEN
The open classes will be posted at the HQ
area in the Crowne Plaza HQ Room
beginning Wednesday Noon - 6:00 PM,
Thursday 9 AM - 6:00 PM, Friday 8 AM - 4
PM. Switching of classes is not allowed.
Classes registered at the hotel must be
paid with CASH ONLY.
BRING YOUR STAMPING SUITCASE
TO YOUR CLASSES
It is recommended that you bring your
“stamping suitcase” to each class. In
some class descriptions additional
supplies are listed. The “stamping
suitcase”should include a ruler (metal
edge preferred), pencil, paper, cutting
mat, glue stick, double-sided tape,
scissors, markers, a
few pigment ink
pads, and a black
dye ink pad.
WED. AUG 7 1:00-3:00 PM
$40
A PORTFOLIO OF CARDS
Linda Crofton
Apex, NC
All Levels
Yes, it’s really true. Linda is teaching a cardmaking class.
Over the years her technique classes have led to the
creation of some fabulous cards, so she’s decided to let
you play along. How many cards can you complete in 2
hours? She’ll teach you the techniques, like her Antique
Laminate image transfer, a little distress look created with
masking tape, how to stamp a multi-level layered card,
and how to use up all those tiny scraps we accumulate.
She’ll let you make an assortment of elements, and then
provide you with the cards, background layers, pop dots
and envelopes for quite a collection. She’ll be packing a
few hundred of her favorite rubber stamps for your use
during class. All cards will be blank on the inside so you
can later add appropriate sentiments. Bring: scissors,
black ink pad, glue stick, tape runner and 6 ink pads in a
rainbow of colors.
WED. AUG 7 1:00-5:00 PM
$75
METAL ASSEMBLAGE JEWELRY
Lynn (Mr. O) Obertin
Creative Arts by Obertin
All Levels
During this hands-on technique driven class, Mr. O will
teach students how to create components that they will
be able to use during the class to create an imaginative
piece of jewelry. Mr. O will demonstrate and teach
techniques for cutting, texturizing and coloring metal
surfaces. He will show students how to use a variety of
cold connection techniques including riveting and wire
manipulation and how to fashion creative bales and
findings for their works. Time permitting, class
participants may create additional jewelry pieces and/or
components. Bring: ruler, extra fine point Sharpie pen
and flat nose pliers. If possible, bring a chasing hammer
and a metal block, wire cutter and round nose pliers.
Class participant may wish to bring protective eye gear. A
few glasses will be on hand.
WED. AUG 7 1:00-3:00 PM
$40
PIXIE IN A BOTTLE
Joe Rotella
Upper Arlington, OH
Intermediate Level
Capture a pixie in a bottle, surrounded by sparkling
jewels, crystals and chains, along with a miniature book
to tell her story! Have you ever wondered what happens
to the bits of jewelry and sparkly things that go missing in
your house? Why, they’re snatched up and used to
decorate the glass home of an enchanted pixie! In this
workshop, you’ll decorate a clear wine bottle, inside and
out, with dangly bits of jewelry, chains and crystals. Joe
will also show you how to create a miniature book where
you can write the story behind your pixie in a bottle. Note:
Fairy, jewelry bits and chains will vary from the photo and
from piece to piece, as some found objects will be
incorporated in the project. You will be working with
small findings. Bring: E6000 adhesive and Diamond Glaze,
basic jewelry making tools (i.e, small needle nose pliers,
round nose pliers, side cutters -- you’ll need a pair since
you will be opening jump rings). Students are encouraged
to bring found object bits of jewelry, chains and crystals
they may want to incorporate in their art. You can also
bring your own figurine to use inside the bottle instead of the
one provided.
WED. AUG 7 1:00-3:00 PM
$38
SUMPTUOUS SUEDE JOURNAL - AN ITALIAN
CROSS-STRUCTURE BINDING
Jan Beineke Lill
Mascoutah, IL
Beginning Level
Gorgeous. Elegant. Stunning. These are all words to
describe this beautiful suede journal. It’s small, chunky
and oh so special! It’s 6” X 4”, 5 sections and 80 pages of
unlined text paper all wrapped into a plush suede cover
trimmed with Czech glass beads and two pretty buttons.
At start of this workshop, students will pick out one of the
wide variety of colors of suede they would like to use for
the cover. All materials needed to construct one journal, as
well as written instructions, are included in the fee. Some
say this binding is a contemporary binding, while others
think that it dates to the middle ages. All agree that it is an
Italian binding. Whatever it’s origin, this binding is a
treasure! Jan is a graduate of Hollander’s School of
Bookbinding and Paper Arts in Ann Arbor, Michigan and
is a bookbinding master. Bring: An awl, bone folder, a glue
brush (either a 1” foam or 1” flat brush), pencil, metal ruler,
and an old terrycloth washrag. Please bring a pair of full
size, sturdy scissors that are sharp to cut the suede.
Dressmaker or sewing scissors are a good option as are a
good pair of regular 8-9” scissors.
WED. AUG 7 4:00-8:00 PM
$60
A BOUQUET OF TECHNIQUES SHADOWBOX
COLLAGE
Linda Crofton
Apex, NC
All Levels
Linda’s back with another of her unique technique classes,
but with a little twist. She’s taking you through a variety of
different techniques on various papers and cardstocks,
using her own line of rubber stamps plus stencils, mists
and more. Once all the pieces are complete, she’s pulling
out flower dies and die cutting machines so you can
punch out flowers of all shapes and sizes. But wait, that’s
not all. After they are punched, you’ll assemble your
blooms into a glass-topped shadowbox. If you’ve been in
one of her shadowbox classes, you know the assembly is
the best part because with each rearrangement, the
finished product takes on an entirely new look. Bring: 6
ink pads in a rainbow of colors, a black ink pad, any floral
punches and pop dots of all sizes.
WED. AUG 7 4:00-6:00 PM
$32
“CHOOSE YOUR COVER” CHAIN STITCH JOURNAL
Jan Beineke Lill
Mascoutah, IL
Beginning Level
Every journal made in this workshop will be a one of a
kind! How fun is that? Students will select their cover
paper from a wide variety of choices of beautiful screen
print paper made in Napal to create a 5 3/4” X 8 3/4”, 3
section, 48 page journal with an Italian book cloth spine.
We’ll use two colors of Irish waxed linen for the chain
stitch binding. The chain stitch is an elegant and versatile
binding that every bookbinder should know. Your fee
includes all materials needed to construct one journal, as
well as written instructions. Jan Beineke Lill is a graduate
of Hollander’s School of Bookbinding and Paper Arts in
Ann Arbor, Michigan and is a bookbinding master. Bring:
an awl, bone folder, scissors, a glue brush (either a 1” foam
or a 1” flat brush), pencil, metal ruler, and an old terry
cloth washrag.
WED. AUG 7 4:00-6:00 PM
$33
STEAMPUNK BOOK BOX AND MINI BOOK
Joe Rotella
Upper Arlington, OH
Intermediate Level
Create a steampunk style leather-looking book covered in
metallic gears, that opens to reveal a handmade mini book
ready for you to embellish. This book opens to reveal a
secret--a niche that contains a mini-book! On the outside,
the book looks like aged leather covered in metal gears
and chains. Instead of opening to find pages, you’ll find a
small mini book made of envelopes --perfect to store
special notes, photos and artifacts. You’ll start with a paper
mache book box and transform it using paints and metallic
rub-ons to make treasure that might be found in Sherlock
Holmes’ library. You’ll learn how to create an aged leather
look and simulate distressed metal. As a bonus, you’ll
learn a bookbinding technique that lets you create a
“perfect binding” quickly and easily. You’ll also work
with double sided-adhesive paper and gilding to take the
cover of the mini book to the next level. Bring: paper
trimmer, quick drying liquid adhesive (Scotch Quicky
Dry Adhesive), 1/2” flat brush, small needle nose and
round nose pliers, side cutters, scoring board and tool,
ruler. If available, bring: non-stick craft mat, heat tool or
hair dryer, Dremel fitted with a 1/16” drill bit.
WED. AUG 7
7:00-10:00 PM
$55
STAMP THE NIGHT AWAY
Joan Benoit/Patsy Sliger
Cincinnati, OH
All Levels
Get comfy and even wear your pj’s if you want! In this
class, you will learn three techniques and three different
folds in your finished cards. With a total of seven cards
(and one thrown in for good measure), you’ll be using
watercolor pencils, Twinkling H2O’s, Distress inks,
stains and glitter. Come and join the fun-filled, relaxing
evening to help kick-off our Stampaway weekend. As
always, refreshments will be served, a raffle basket drawing
and many give-aways.
THURS. AUG 8 8:30-10:30 AM
$45
ART INSPIRATION BOARDS
Linda Crofton
Apex, NC
All Levels
Calling all mixed media artists! Lovely Linda’s taking you
on an adventure, creating 3D art for display. She’s packing
vintage journal papers, foreign text, old sheet music,
assorted scrapbook papers, rub-ons, washi tape, jewels,
brads, dimensional paper pens & pearl pens, alphabet tiles,
and so much more to spark your creativity. Each kit will
include assorted ephemera from flowers & birds to houses &
hearts, a watercolor kit, water reservoir brush, and your art
boards. Feel free to bring your own ephemera so that the
finished masterpiece reflects your personality. Bring: black
ink pen, Scotch Quick Drying Tacky Glue (which has a tiny
needle nose applicator) and 6 ink pads in a rainbow of
colors.
THURS. AUG 8 8:30-10:30 AM
$35
FAUX LEATHER BOOK BOX
Joe Rotella
Upper Arlington, OH
All Levels. Requires craft knife experience
Take an ordinary paper maché book box and create a
family heirloom that looks like old leather! Learn how
you can transform any surface and create a faux leather
look as you create this keepsake book box. The outside is
decorated with a gold pocket watch and keyhole. The
inside cover cavity contains a delightful little bird sitting
on a nest, representing the love that holds a family
together. The box itself is perfect for storing family
photos, memorabilia and special trinkets. The techniques
you learn in class can be applied to found objects, cards
and scrapbook pages. Bring: nonstick craft mat, heat tool
or hair dryer, quick dry adhesive (Scotch Quick Dry),
tweezers, scissors, craft knife, self-healing mat, paper
trimmer, and ruler.
THURS. AUG 8 8:30-10:30 AM
$35
MAGNIFICENT MASTERPIECES
Judi Watanabe
Judi-Kins
All Levels
Combine easy to use stencils and rubber stamps and
bright colored inks for this fun-filled technique driven
workshop. Learn how mixing image styles and eyepopping colors will create depth and texture for these
impressive pieces. Techniques include color blending,
embossing, composition and a hint of mixed media.
Bring: heat tool, cutting mat and rubber brayer.
THURS. AUG 8 8:30-10:30 AM
$32
TANGLING AROUND - ZENTANGLE ON ROUND
TILES
Jan Beineke Lill
Mascoutah, IL
Beginning & Intermediate Levels
In this workshop we’ll explore the basics of Zentangle
using the new round Zentangle tiles. You’ll learn all the
basics of Zentangle plus several more challenging tangles.
This workshop is for beginners and for anyone with
Zentangle experience who would like to try something
new and different using their Zentangle skills. Zentangle
is fun, relaxing and suitable for everyone. Even if you
think you can’t draw, you CAN create beautiful
Zentangles. Your fee includes a Pigma Micron pen, a
Zentangle pencil and an assortment of 6 blank and prestrung tiles. Jan is a Certified Zentangle Instructor.
THURS. AUG 8 8:30-10:30 AM
$45
METALWORK CARDS
Sandi Obertin
Creative Arts by Obertin
All Levels
Join Sandi for a very creative class in which you will learn
her secrets for creating beautiful and colorful metallic
greeting cards like no others. You will have the
opportunity to work with a wide variety of design. You
will be hand-tooling the metal to create beautiful and
dramatic relief designs. Bring: scissors, glue dots, colored
pencils. Optional: deckle edge scissors.
THURS. AUG 8 11:15-1:15 PM
$40
ACCORDION BOOK OF TAGS
Linda Crofton
Apex, NC
All Levels
Be one of the first to use Linda’s newest line of rubber
stamps, creating fabulous backgrounds with depth and
texture. Along with her images, you’ll get to play with
stencils & masks, inks & paints, plus an array of Ranger
products (dabbers, mists, perfect pearls, stains & more).
Once all your tags & backgrounds are done, the stamping
will begin with hundreds of collage stamps she’s
collected over 30+ years. These images include her own
line, plus an assortment from Artful Illusions, Invoke
Arts, Catslife Press, Lori Larson, Stampers Anonymous,
Just for Fun and more. Linda’s packing all the supplies
for your book of tags. Bring: black ink pad (preferably
new or well inked), 6 ink pads in a rainbow of colors and
a tape runner.
THURS. AUG 8 8:30-10:30 AM
$35
SAY IT WITH A VERSE
Donna Reese
Verses Rubber Stamp Co.
Beginning & Intermediate Levels
Do you want to express more than just the words “Happy
Birthday” or “With Sympathy” on your cards? Verses
Rubber Stamp Company has a collection of fabulous
quotes and sayings that will fit any occasion. Join Donna
in making at least six cards that will include an iris fold
and a star card. If time permits, an additional card will be
made. Bring: score tool, score board, 1/8” double-sided
tape, pop dots or foam tape, colored pencils or markers,
liquid glue and regular Scotch Tape.
THURS. AUG 8 11:15-1:15 PM
$32
BIRDSONG JOURNAL - a 12th CENTURY JAPANESE
BINDING
Jan Beineke Lill
Mascoutah, IL
Beginning Level
Lovely “Birdsong” paper by Graphic 45 covers this
journal that is bound with an interesting and ancient
Japanese binding. Called “The Butterfly” or “Yamato Toji”
or a “Double span-span-span-span” stitch, it was
developed in Japan in the 11-12th century. You’ll use
Czech glass beads and Irish waxed linen to bind this 4
1/2” x 6”, 5 section journal. There are 60 unlined,
goldenrod colored pages in the textbook. There will be
additional scraps available for you to use to trim your book.
Fee includes all materials needed to construct one journal
and complete instructions for you to make additional
journals at home. Jan is a graduate of Hollander’s School of
Bookbinding and Paper Arts in Ann Arbor, Michigan and is
a bookbinding master.
Bring: an awl, bone holder, scissors, a glue brush (either a 1”
foam or 1” flat brush), metal ruler, and an old terry cloth
THURS. AUG 8 11:15 - 1:15 PM
$30
FABULOUS 2013 FOLDS -- THE CHRISTMAS CARD
BOOK
Barbara Bruder
Villa Hills, KY
Intermediate Level
Learn how to make a stunning card that looks like it has
pages. This project will have a huge “wow” factor and is so
easy to make. What a special card you can make for that
special person! Bring: detail scissors, liquid glue, glue pen,
bone folder, and any type of markers, colored pencils or
alcohol markers.
THURS. AUG 8 11:15-1:15 PM
$40
FUNKY DOMINO DIVA PENDANT
Carol Hicks
Smyrna, TN
All Levels
Students will use dominoes, charms, beads and found
objects to create a whimsical, fun and funky art doll
pendant. Techniques will include rubber stamping, wire
wrapping, riveting and assemblage. Carol will provide
instruction on wire wrapping for anyone who has not used
the technique before the class. Riveting will also be used to
attach detail to the doll body. Bring: Black Staz-On Pad and
refill, chain nose & round nose pliers, wire cutter, steel
bench block, hand drill, small wood block, ball peen
hammer, Glossy Accents. For a more personal pendant, you
can bring your own small beads, washers, etc., to add detail.
THURS. AUG 8 11:15-1:15 PM
$33
GLISTENING WINTER COLLAGE FRAME
Joe Rotella
Upper Arlington, OH
All Levels
Create a beautiful winter themed frame that glistens in the
light! In this class you’ll learn techniques for collage as you
create a large wood picture frame with a holiday theme. Joe
will also share ideas to take your project to the next level
with found objects, stamping, gilding and more. Don’t be
intimidated by collage. This project is very easy & fun and
you’ll leave thinking about all the other things you could
create with these techniques. Your beautiful completed
piece will make a wonderful gift and the techniques and
tips you’ll learn can be used in a variety of projects
including cards, thrift store finds and canvas. Frame is
approximately 10”x12”x3/4” with a glass front and easel
back and holds a 4”x6” photo. Size and prints of materials
used for the collage may vary slightly from the photo
sample. Bring: nonstick craft mat, heat tool or hair dryer.
THURS. AUG 8 11:15-1:15 PM
$45
RUBBER NATURE ARTSTAMP WATERCOLOR
CARDS
Lynn (Mr. O) & Sandi Obertin
Creative Arts by Obertin
All Levels
Last year some of you were in our Watercolor Techniques
class that focused on watercolor basics and a few special
techniques. THIS YEAR WE ARE REALLY CHANGING IT
UP! We are going 98% brushless! During this fun class you
will work with watercolor paints and Sandi’s Rubber
Nature ArtStamps! Mr.O and Sandi will share some of their
innovative watercolor techniques. This is definitely not a
“watercolor 101 class”. The techniques are unusual, fun and
easy so all skill levels are welcome. You will love this
special class and enjoy the beautiful painterly watercolor
effects which are achieved with rubber stamps! Art
materials including cardstock & paints will be provided.
Bring: acrylic block/s 3” by 5” or larger, scissors, baby
wipes, glue dots.
THURS. AUG 8 2:00-4:00 PM
$24
CARD PLAY WITH STAMP ON IT
Mary Key
Stamp On It
Intermediate Level
Students will be exploring multiple techniques including
an Artful Stamper watercoloring technique (using the
Stamp On It line of stamps), paper plumping with outline
stickers and vellum, and cork paper fun. Four cards are
included in this class, as well as many tips & techniques.
Bring: scissors, adhesive, personal trimmer. Optional:
THURS. AUG 8 2:00-4:00 PM
$35
DISTRESS STAIN EXPRESS
Patricia Huntoon
Technique Junkie Newsletter
Beginning & Intermediate Levels
This fast-paced class teaches four techniques using distress
stains. Students will make three backgrounds and a tag.
Learn the techniques, hear the tips and tricks for using
these colorful stains while making four cards. Bring: Aqua
painter, scissors, adhesive, two to three Distress Stains in
complementary colors.
THURS. AUG 8
2:00-4:00 PM
$35
JOURNEY THROUGH ENVELOPES
Gaye Medbury
Louisville, KY
Beginning Level
Loving envelope projects as Gaye does, she’s made a
wonderful card of various sized layered envelopes,
assembled together, giving interest, dimension and a WOW
factor. No one will figure out how you made this. This can
be used as a card, journal or an insert for an altered book.
The possibilities are endless for any theme. Bring: Stamping
Suitcase, Post-It Notes for masking and various sizes of theme
stamps.
THURS. AUG 8
2:00-4:00 PM
$50
MIXED MEDIA COLLAGE WITH SHARI CARROLL
Shari Carroll
Somonauk, IL
Roll up your sleeves and join Shari for a two hour
adventure into the world of mixed media. Students will
complete an 8”x8” hard board canvas by creating with
stamp, stencils, paints, stickers and more. Bring: scissors,
paper trimmer, Archival Black Ink by Ranger, old plastic
gift card (for spreading paint), fine tip black permanent
pen. Wearing an apron is suggested.
THURS. AUG 8 2:00-4:00 PM
$35
NEW 2013 ADVANCED FLORAL HYDRANGEA
Pat Niemuth
Northwoods Rubber Stamps
Intermediate Level
Back by popular demand, Pat has a new Advanced
Hydrangea class with new, 2013 images. Using the
Northwoods’ stamps & watercolor paper, Bazzill paper,
and Tombow markers, you will design three beautiful
cards, with 3D parts of each card. You will accent with Art
Glitter. As a special thank you, you will receive a gift from
Northwoods. All material provided.
THURS. AUG 8 2:00-4:00 PM
$35
SNOW MUCH FUN CARDS
Mara Shannon & Jennifer
Stamplistic
Come and beat the heat by making these wintery, snowy,
sparkly and spectacular cards. Enter the magical world of
winter wonder with the Stampendous “Pine Drift” and
“Snowfall Pair” stamp designs, now exclusive to
Stamplistic. The cute tree and sweet snowmen cards will
be multilayered and multidimensional, as well as covered
with glitter. You will learn some great techniques
involving cutting, layering and some cool new ways to use
Quickie Glue. As part of the class, you will receive a free
Quickie Glue pen which will become one of your favorite
“go to” tools. Bring: basic stamping kit to include detail
scissors, tweezers, tape runner and pop dots.
THURS. AUG 8
4:45-6:45 PM
$40
ADVANCED 2013 SHOWY SNOWY WINTER SCENE
CLASS
Pat Niemuth
Northwoods Rubber Stamps
Intermediate Level
Get a head start on your Christmas cards with this fastpaced class making four cards. You will use our winter
scene stamp (MM size), Bazzill paper, glitter paper,
Tombow markers and Northwoods’ Water Color Paper. In
addition, you will use a Sizzix snowflake folder(new), as
well as adding 3-D, while using parts of the stamped
images. You will accent your cards with Art Glitter. As a
special thank you, you will receive a new snowflake
embossing folder and a Northwoods’ gift. All material
provided.
THURS. AUG 8 4:45-7:45 PM
$50
ALTERED, GRUNGE....A LITTLE THING BOX
Jennifer
Stamplistic
Intermediate& Advanced Levels
Love altered? Love grunge? Then, this is the class for you.
You will take a 4”x 5 1/2” solid box and turn it into a
useable personal treasure. You will sand, stamp, sew and
ink grunge paper...while shaping it to your box. It’s all
about the details on this piece. The more you add to the
box, the better it becomes. Every box will look different as
you will have many little trinkets to choose from, including
many from the idea-ology line. Flower on lid is optional.
You will make one complete project in class with enough
supplies to make a second one at home. Bring: stamping
suitcase to include Ranger’s Black Archival ink, Glossy
Accents, nonstick craft sheet (necessary!), and your favorite
colors in any Distress Inks, Stains or new Distress Paints.
THURS. AUG 8 4:45-7:45 PM
$45
BUTTERFLY BEAUTIES
Denise Landa
Cincinnati, OH
Beginning Level
Come capture the beauty and free spirit of butterflies in
these individually designed albums. You’ll decorate five
large paper-covered chipboard butterflies with die cuts,
ribbon, paper flowers & leaves, bling and much more with
places for personalized pictures and journaling tags. Papers
and embellishments may vary by individual kit due to
product availability. Bring: stamping suitcase to also
include pop dots, glue dots, a full bottle of liquid glue (Zip
Dry recommended), and ink pad for distressing edges
(brown, black or gray). Optional: butterfly/bird charms or
trinket embellishments to individualize your album.
THURS. AUG 8 4:45 - 7:15
$25
LET IT SNOW CARD CLASS
Kathy Marshall
Cincinnati, OH
Intermediate Level
Let’s get ready for Christmas in August! If you like to
color, cut and detail, you will love making four
dimensional Christmas cards. You will be using stamped
images from Whipper Snapper, Taylored Expressions,
Rosie Roadshow and Memory Box, as well as the Tim
Holtz tree line design die. Kathy recommends Copic
Markers for this class, but you can also use colored
pencils with gamsol. Copic marker techniques will not be
taught. Bring: small ruler, pencil, small detail scissors,
double sided tape and mounting tape (Scotch Mounting
Tape recommended) to pop your images. If using Copic
Markers, you will need 0, B91, 95, 97; E30, 31, 33, 35, 41;
R20, 22, 24, 29, 30; YG17, 61, 63, 67; YR15, 21, 23, 31 & W00.
THURS. AUG 8 4:45-6:45 PM
$35
TEXTURES GALORE!
Sarah Justison
The Paper Cut
All Levels
Different papers have different textures, but with all the
machines and embossing folders out there, the textural
possibilities are endless. Depending on the texture and
type of paper, they emboss differently. You will be
embossing different types of paper in this class -- some
you may have never thought of trying. All the embossing
will be on layering swatches or end cuts and then you will
use the embossed pieces to make some totally awesome
textured cards! Bring: double sided tape and scissors.
THURS. AUG 8 4:45-6:45 PM
$40
WHIMSICAL TAG BRACELET
Gaye Medbury
Louisville, KY
Beginning Level
What a fun and innovative way to use round metal
rimmed tags. You will make a really whimsical bracelet
using either personal family photos, cool collage paper or
stamped images. Mixed with stamped beads and cleaver
rings, you will have an original bracelet of your own. It
also makes a fabulous book spine embellishment. Bring:
stamping suitcase to also include 7/8” circle punch (your
images will have to fit in this space), very small rubber
stamps, small alphabet rubber stamps, 1/8” hole punch,
dye ink pads, black permanent ink pad, wooden skewer
or small knitting needle, permanent glue stick, eyelet
setting tools.
FRI. AUG 9 8:30-11:00 AM
$27
CHRISTMAS COUNTDOWN SURPRISE BOX
Robin Arnold
Monroe, IN
Beginning Level
Complete a Christmas countdown which is sure to
delight young and old! The 24 drawers can be filled with
little notes, candy, trinkets or money. You’ll be able to
choose from a variety of ribbon and beads to decorate
your box. Bring: adhesive (tape runner) and scissors.
FRI. AUG 9 8:30-11:00 AM
$40
FUN WITH MIXED MEDIA
Beverly Anderson
Huron, OH
Intermediate Level
Several techniques with different layers and textures will
be taught in this class using gels, 3D pastes, media paper,
napkins, Pan Pastels, and Viva Metallics. Come and
explore with Beverly to create beautiful pieces of art.
With help, colors and themes will be up to your
imaginations. A journey worth repeating. Bring: mylar
stencils of choice, 4” mixed media stiff flat brush, Pan
Pastels or Color Sticks, gel medium (Matte finish, any
brand), make up sponge triangles and an apron or towel
to cover your lap.
FRI. AUG 9 8:30-11:00 AM
$37
TATTERED & TORN
Nancy Curry
Lake St. Louis, MO
Beginning/Intermediate Levels
Create a unique piece of textural wall art by mingling selfmade painted papers of varying surfaces and thicknesses,
patterned papers, solids and supporting embellishments.
Your papers will then be torn to create raw edges and
attached to backing before being mounted on provided
canvas. Bring: fine liner paint brush for gluing. Optional:
favorite small embellishments.
FRI. AUG 9
9:00-11:00 AM
$35
CARDS, CARDS & MORE CARDS
Sarah Justison
The Paper Cut
All Levels
You will be amazed at how versatile stamps & dies are
when used in combination with each other. We will use
Impression Obsession die cuts and matching stamps,
along with background stamps in layers to easily create 3
cards for different occasions. You’ll get right to the card
making with Paper Cut cards which are already cut and
scored. The papers and cards will include holographic
paper, window cards and overlays, scallop cards and
more. Bring: double stick tape and scissors.
FRI. AUG 9 11:30-1:30 PM
$45
CREATIVE ARTS PAPER CASTINGS
Sandi Obertin
Creative Arts by Obertin
All Levels
During this class you will have the opportunity to work
with stoneware clay molds designed by Sandi Obertin.
You will be amazed at how quick & easy it is to create
some great three dimensional accents for your paper arts
projects. You will also learn how to enhance your designs
with color and fun embellishments. Your class fee
includes two clay molds for you to keep. Sandi’s clay
molds also work well with polymer clay. Bring: scissors,
baby wipes, tube of glue, chalk and applicators.
FRI. AUG 9 9:00-11:00 AM
$30
DESIGNER PAPER PERFECTION
Patricia Huntoon
Technique Junkie Newsletter
Intermediate Level
This class teaches four different techniques for creating
beautiful backgrounds from designed paper strips:
Herringbone, Bargello, zig zag and chevron. Four cards will
be made using these techniques. Card/designer paper
selection may vary from class sample. Bring: adhesive and
scissors.
FRI. AUG 9 11:30-1:30 PM
$35
ELEGANT STYLE WITH GLITZ
Beverly Anderson
Huron, OH
Intermediate Level
Cards with style, yet simple enough to make in a
hurry....the kind of cards we all like! Step by step you will
build and finish cards using color sticks, Pan Pastels,
decorative napkins and embellishments. These 4-5 cards
will all have a different look when finished. Beverly will
also show samples done on a 4”x4” canvas. You’ll want to
bring your camera. Bring: 3” flat brush, a NON-fast
drying glue, make up sponges.
FRI. AUG 9 9:00-11:00 AM
$30
STACY’S GARDEN
Stacy Rich
StacyStamps
All Levels
StacyStamps has always been known for beautiful flower
stamps, so it is fitting that you’ll do floral cards! You’ll add
a mix of jewels, ribbons and layers and will use a new set
of floral stamps being introduced at Stampaway. A hint of
more? “I think not--except that you will find many uses
for these!” Bring: stamping suitcase to include foam tape,
scissors and trimmer.
FRI. AUG 9 11:30-1:30 PM
$35
A LITTLE BIT OF THIS & A LITTLE BIT OF THAT
Beth Wagner
Endless Creations
Intermediate & Advanced Levels
In this class you will learn to think outside the box in
simple ways. You’ll be using cutting dies and embossing
folders in a little different manner. You’ll learn to make
half cuts and do double embossing. You will also make
your own circle scallop cards. Bring: favorite adhesive,
scissors, trimmer and pop dots.
FRI. AUG 9 11:30-1:30 PM
$31
MAGIC FOLD MINI ALBUM
Joe Rotella
Upper Arlington, OH
Beginning Level
This unique mini album is fun and easy to make. Folded
12”x12” sheets of design paper become pages with
pockets that are perfect for photos, ephemera, tags and
journaling blocks. You’ll learn how to fold the pages and
bind them to form the book, as well as learn some of Joe’s
favorite embellishment techniques. Papers used in class
will be different from class sample. Bring: scissors, paper
trimmer, bone folder, strong double stick tape (e.g., ScorTape or Red Tape - one more aggressive than a tape roller).
FRI. AUG 9 11:30-1:30 PM
$23
NEW LIFE FOR OLD (OR NEW) STAMPS
Robin Arnold
Monroe, IN
Beginning Level
Learn 10 techniques to use with the stamps you own.
You’ll receive instructions and samples for all techniques
and will make four cards using six of the techniques.
Techniques include paper casting, resizing images, tripletime, penbroidery, brilliance background and more. The
sample cards were all created using the same flower
stamp. Bring: scissors, adhesive, glue dots, fine-line black
marker or pen, scoring board, paper trimmer, markers or
other coloring medium.
FRI. AUG 9 11:30-1:30 PM
$30
ONE OF A KIND STUFF IT BOX
Stacy Rich
StacyStamps
All Levels
Take one sheet of double sided 12 x 12 decorative
scrapbook paper and one “Stuff it Box” die cut box from
StacyStamps and combine with a little tape, glue and a few
embellishments and you’ll have a lovely 4 1/2” x 4 1/2” box
that can hold a mini card, candy, or other treasures.
Everyone will get a kit containing a box, paper, cutting
instructions and embellishments. All boxes will be
different -- a great class to use your imagination. Bring: 12”
paper trimmer and 1/4” red line or Score Pal tape.
FRI. AUG 9 2:00-4:00 PM
$33
ANIMAL SPIRIT CARDS
Joe Rotella
Upper Arlington, OH
Beginning Level
You’ll create four artful cards using Animal Spirit stamps
while you learn techniques that can be used repeatedly.
You’ll blend inks on glossy card stock, create
backgrounds, work with mica powders and more in this
fun stamping class. Animal Spirits are inspired drawings
in pen and ink created by Sue Coccia from Edmonds, WA.
Sue’s drawings depict animal images or totems from
around the world that reflect upon her heritage as a
Native American. Each student will get to keep one
rubber cling mounted Earth Art stamp used in class (retail
$15). Stamps used in class and cards may vary from class
sample. Bring: detail scissors, paper trimmer, dry adhesive
(tape runner) and pop dots.
FRI. AUG 9 2:00-4:00
$30
CRAFT CUTTS POP UP BOOK
Michelle Cutts
Art Gone Wild
Beginning & Intermediate Levels
Michelle Cutts, designer of the Crafty Cutts Dies, will be
showing how you can make a pop up book using the
metal dies that are normally used in card making. The
object of the class is to show how easy the dies are to use.
There will be a handout to take home, as you may not
have to time to complete the entire book in class. Bring:
black ink pad, cutting mat, straight edge/ruler, X-acto
knife, glue (with fine tip), 1/4” red line tape, black fine
line maker and double stick tape.
FRI. AUG 9 2:00-4:00
$30
DAY JOURNAL
Gaye Medbury
Louisville, KY
Beginning Level
Again, Gaye is teaching a simple, yet elegant project that
lends itself beautifully to both personal use and gift giving.
You will make a layered and dimensional booklet, simply
sewn and accented with beads. The graduated cover adds
interest and the back of the book has a double frame for
your art. A pretty cool project to journal a special event or
give as a gift. Bring: stamping suitcase to include awl, 22-24
sewing needle, craft knife and cutting mat, scissors and
double stick tape.
FRI. AUG 9 2:00-4:00 PM
$35
GELATO TECHNIQUES
Patricia Huntoon
Technique Junkie Newsletter
Beginning Level
This fast paced class will teach five or more techniques
for using Faber-Castel’s Gelato on cards and stamping
projects. Did you ever wonder what people do with these
little sticks of color? Come play with us and you will
learn new ways to use them. Gelato sticks will be
supplied by the instructor, so you can “try before you
buy”. Instructor does not sell this product, but it will be
available for purchase in the Hotel Stampaway Store.
You’ll make five cards. Bring: paper trimmer, adhesive,
and mister bottle with water.
FRI. AUG 9 2:00-4:00 PM
$35
HOLIDAY CARDS WITH SHARI CARROLL
Shari Carroll
Somonauk, IL
Intermediate Level
Layer much lately? Come join Shari for a holiday
workshop featuring the newest Hero Arts products.
Students will complete five unique cards using layered
stamping techniques combined with fantastic 3D appeal.
Bring: scissors, adhesive and foam dots.
FRI. AUG 9 2:00-4:00 PM
$30
INKY ANTICS HOLIDAY HONEY POP CARDS
Jackie Wamhoff
Inky Antics
All Levels
Get a head start on celebrating the fall and winter
holidays...the HoneyPOP way! You can easily create
projects that look like regular cards on the outside, but
open to reveal a dynamic 3D surprise inside. You’ll learn
how to use Inky Antics stamps and honeycomb pads
from our new holiday HoneyPOP Collection to make four
cards (1 Halloween, 1 Autumn, 2 different Christmas
cards), plus receive a mini-lesson on the Gamsol colored
pencil blending technique to give you impressive results.
Bring: small detail scissors and adhesive runner.
FRI. AUG 9 4:30-6:30 PM
$30
CREATIVE “GIFT CARD” STRUCTURES
Gaye Medbury
Louisville, KY
All Levels
Our world of gift giving has changed drastically over the
years, from hours of looking for the perfect gift to buying
the LAST MINUTE gift card. What eases the pain of the
generic gift card is the way it is presented. You will learn 3
creative gift card structures with the Figural Surprise, the
Package with movable top and the 2 pocket envelope card
that leaves room for a message and gift card. They are all
very special and will leave the recipient loving the card
more than the gift itself. These cards are adaptable for all
occasions. Bring: stamping suitcase to include scissors,
ruler, pencil, double stick tape, glue stick, craft knife and
cutting mat, stylus and 1/16” or 1/8” hole punch.
FRI. AUG 9 4:30-6:30 PM
$35
CURIOUS GESSO
Patricia Huntoon
Technique Junkie Newsletter
Intermediate Level
Participants in this class will learn five techniques for
using Gesso on cards and projects. Gesso is wonderful to
add to other mediums or to use on its’ own and the
techniques in this class produce dramatically different
results. Five cards will be made. Bring: paper trimmer,
adhesive, foam brush, and 1 1/2” paint brush.
FRI. AUG 9 4:30-6:30 PM
$26
ELEGANT PARCHMENT CRAFT
Robin Arnold
Monroe, IN
Beginning Level
Learn the relaxing techniques of parchment craft. Class
includes embossing, piercing tool, design grid, embossing,
piercing mat, parchment scissors and patterns for each
participant. You’ll learn to emboss and pierce vellum,
stipple, use a design grid, coloring techniques and cutting.
You’ll receive materials and instructions to create three
cards and a bookmark, but may not finish all in class.
Bring: purple, red, green and blue markers.
FRI. AUG 9 4:30-6:30 PM
$30
GARDENER’S JOURNAL
Jan Beineke Lill
Mascoutah, IL
Beginning Level
This sweet journal will delight your favorite gardener.
Perhaps that favorite gardener is you! The cover paper is a
delightful British paper and the book is bound with Italian
book cloth. We’ll use an interesting lattice stitch to sew the
journal and accent it with charming antique gold colored
beads. The lattice stitch might remind you of an old
fashioned trellis with a butterfly perched between two
flowers. This 4 1/4” x 5 3/4” journal has 48 pages divided
into two sections. Your fee includes all material needed to
complete one journal and complete written instructions for
you to make additional journals at home. Jan is a graduate
of Hollander’s School of Bookbinding and Paper Arts in
Ann Arbor, MI and is a bookbinding master. Bring: awl,
bone folder, scissors, glue brush (1” foam or 1” flat brush),
pencil, metal ruler, and an old terry cloth washrag.
FRI. AUG 9 4:30-7:00/7:30 PM
$47
MIREPOIX COLLAGE
Amy Flowers
Columbus, OH
Intermediate Level
“Mirepoix” is a cooking term, referring to three key
ingredients for a great recipe. We use this term in this
class to explore three elements essential to a great collage.
We’ll work on stretched canvas panels to create a
fabulous triptych collage. We’ll also explore techniques
with acrylic paint & glazes, transparent collage layers &
stamps on top of an ephemera base, and finish with
stencils and several unique acrylic gels for a textured
design that flows through and connect your three canvas
panels. Too cool for words! All supplies provided.
FRI. AUG 9 4:30-6:30 PM
$35
POP UP CARDS
Michelle Cutts
Art Gone Wild
Beginning/Intermediate Levels
Michelle Cutts will be teaching this class using the
templates she has created for pop up card designs. You’ll
be making three really neat pop up cards. The first card
uses a new Clever Cutts template called Stairstep Flower
Template. The second and third card uses the Crafty Cutt
Dies and will be a fun card to send to your friends. You
may want to hand deliver these cards so that you can see
your friend’s face light up when it is opened! Bring:
cutting mat, straight edge/ruler, X-acto knife, glue (with
fine tip), 1/4” red line tape, black fine line marker, and
double stick tape.