Spokane & Coeur d Alene Stampers

Monday, January 11, 2010

Hey Gang

Hope the New Year is going well!
It has been pretty cold this weekend but again no real snow (4 inches or more) So its a great NEW Year so far.
I did a sample for the Encaustic Class I am doing.... see the schedule for times.
Also a reminder that the mixmedia STUdio Play is Wed at 5:30 pm $10 we will be trying out pastels chalks and charcoal. Join us for the fun just 10 bucks,don't bring a thing!
Next week is club I hope you all will be there.
MJ

Friday, January 8, 2010

This coming week WED Studio Play!

Our first one of the year. Join me for collage with pastels and charcoal......messy messy! I will try to post a pic this weekend for those that need a photo. Only ten bucks just show up at 5:30 pm

Sunday, January 3, 2010

OH MY its 2010

I cannot believe it.... can you????
Lots of great things are happening and I have posted them all at least through April on the side here starting with the clubs and classes of interest.
This week we have Altered books at the Valley store. We start at 4:30 but I know many of you work so if you are a little late its OK. We can catch you up.

I will be heading to the CHA trade show towards the end of the month.

Hope you all had a wonderful restful holiday and HAPPY NEW YEAR!

Friday, December 18, 2009

Carpool Anyone?

I am planning on going to Maryjo's for the ornament exchange and was wondering if anyone else from Spokane is going? I'd love to leave my car here for my hubby and kids to use but would be happy to chip in for gas should someone else be willing to drive. Anyone?

Thanks,
Nicole

Thursday, December 17, 2009

Ornament xcng @ MJ's . . .

I still don't know if I'm going Sat. I've been flu, bug, cold, virus fighting. Can't seem to commit to total illness or total wellness! I'll post Fri or early Sat to see if anyone needs a ride. I'm hitting the vits C & D and going to bed . . . Mariel

Monday, December 7, 2009

Ornament exchange and other stuff
Ok I have had a few requests for Ornament exchange info so here goes.....
If you are in the area call me at the store for detailed directions as I will NOT post them on either blog you can phone into 509-327-6622 or come by the store and pick up directions.

I wish everyone could come so we will try to show something onthe blog that night hopefully the ornaments!

Here goes
If you are coming you must bring a wrapped handmade ornament (just one) and some type of munchie/dessert snack item.
We will be starting at 4pm but the exchange will not start till 5ish.
I will have drinks etc. So don't miss it!

Ornament exchange and other stuff

ongoing schedule

FIRST WED of each month at Spokane Art Supply DT 5:30pm

Visual Journaling
join us every month for creative journaling techniques that can spur your imagination and add new ideas to all your artwork!

Second & FourthThursdays CDA CREATIVE Element Visual Journaling

SECOND Wed of each month at Spokane Art Supply DT $10
STUDIO PLAY( mixed media fun) $10 learn a new mixed media technique to apply to any ART ARSENAL 5:30pm-7:30pm

Third Wed of each month Spokane Stampers Spokane Art Supply DTJoin us for a night of , cardmaking, stamping and altered art ideas, .... Its Free! 5:30pm-7:30pm check out our blog

www.spokanestampers.blogspot.com

TIPS from MaryJo

Diamond Glaze tips

* To avoid bubbles in DG hold the bottle upsidedown for at least 30
seconds.
*Seal your favorite techniques like Paper Mosaic, Stained glass.or
paper applique to keep the cut papers from lifting.
* Attach embellishments like raffia, plastic, beads ,metal or plastic
mesh, Mizuhiki cord, charms, glass, shells, ribbon,wood, buttons or
basically anything that you can attach with white or hot glues
* Use DG to create a dimensional look on any image printed or stamped
on paper. Apply directly from the bottle for height or use a small
paint brush and layer.
*DG will make colors appear deeper especially watercolored and markers
*DG can be mixed with many other craft products and art supplies like watercolor paints, dyes, glitters, Pearl Ex, any type of acrylic paints or mediums and any dry pigments.
* DG makes a nice clear thin glaze for a variety of products including cooked poly clays, water color, paper beads,shrink plastic, metal and embossed papers.
* Create your own glazes by mixing DG with dye reinker and Pearl Ex. This mix looks great on acetate
and other plastics and even on embossed papers
*DG makes fabulous Crytallina papers. Lay a small piece of tissue paper on a craft sheet. Mix DG with a small amount of dye reinker or acrylic paint. To this mix sprinkle and mix in Pearl Ex. Paint this mixture on the tissue add a bit of glitter or more Pearl EX. Let dry then peel off the craft sheet. the paper is see through but very tough, great for collage.
*DG is great for decopauge simply glue down the pieces with DG then apply two coats of DG over the top.
* DG can be used as a resin substitute in jewelry pieces or bottle caps. Add a photo copy or sticker to the bottom of a bezel or bottle cap. Fill with DG wait 24 hours. Dg will be clear for depth up to 1/4 inch.
*Create cool recycled plastics using DG over alcohol inks. Try this, cut a shape out of thick or heavy blister packaging. Apply alcohol inks to the plastic to change the color. Once dry apply a layer of DG or drizzle it wildly over the piece to create texture. Punch a small hole and attach it to a card with a brad or eyelet.
*Dress up old Christmas ornaments by dipping them in DG then rolling in glitter, glass beads or ROXs. Clear Roxs mixed with glitter and clear glass beads looks like snow.
*The new super thin applicator top is great for writing with DG then apply glitter or beads.