September 2014 Classes at Q Zentangles - Intermediate #22 Tuesday, September 2nd / 6:30 - 8:30 Instructor: Patti Euler Class fee: $22 Zentangle is an easy to learn and relaxing method of creating beautiful images from repetitive patterns. In this class, you will build on what you learned in Zentangle Basics. Patti has planned four intermediate classes in which you will learn eight new 'tangles in each session (for a total of 64 'tangles!). (It isn't necessary to take the intermediate level classes in any order.) Your 'tangles will be more complex and you will focus in this class on breaking down each 'tangle you create. Paper will be supplied; however, you must bring your Zentangle Starter Kit (included in the introductory class). Paper Mosaics September 6th [Saturday] / 12:00-5:00 Instructor: Patti Euler Class Fee: $65.00 Ever wonder what to do with all those paper scraps that you just CAN'T throw away? Join us for a fun and exciting afternoon as we bring back one of our most popular classes...Paper Mosaics, where bits of paper become beautiful works of art. This technique was created by our good friend and local artist Sue Newton and is designed for beginning students as well as experienced artists. Using paper, fibers, glue, stamps, embossing powders, and other trimmings you will create beautiful mosaic pieces that can be used for cards, journals, scrapbooks, boxes, and framed art. Come into the shop to see the beautiful samples. The possibilities are endless! Go home with a small framed masterpiece to keep for yourself or give to a special person. 50 Shades of Play Sunday, September 7th / 12:00 - 5:00 p.m. Instructor: Terry Quinn Class fee: $48 Come and play for an afternoon and learn how to get the most out of your Gelli Arts printing plate. Discover fun and creative ways to make interesting marks, patterns and designs to create one-of-a-kind, lusciously colorful backgrounds. By the end of the class you will have completed 50 backgrounds... enough to construct your own 50page 3"x2.5" mini journal (you might even have time to begin a second one with your leftover background pages). Think about what stories you'll be able to record. Don't blame the Queen if you fall hopelessly into Gelli Plate love after this class! (Don't have a plate? No worries, one will be provided for classroom use). Terry will bring lots of samples for inspiration, and you'll have plenty of time to experiment with lots of layers! Class size limited to 12 students. Student Supply List: Bring your Basics; PLUS two fully loaded glue sticks, a bone folder, your non-stick craft sheet, and a brayer. Zentangle Basics September 10th [Wednesday] / 6:00 - 9:00 Instructor: Patti Euler Class fee: $35 Zentangle is an easy to learn and relaxing method of creating beautiful images from repetitive patterns. Zentangle is so easy to learn that it's tempting to think that you understand it all. You might be amazed at how much more there is to it... so join Patti for this introductory class that will keep you coming back for more! Learn the basics as taught to her in an in-depth certification course she recently completed. It's repetitive and beautiful and satisfying, and a healthy way to leave the world behind, which makes it important. A Zentangle Starter kit is included in the price, plus we will have more supplies available for purchase. Halloween Book to Die For! September 12th [Friday] /11:00 - 5:00 Instructor: Sue Zacher Class fee: $68.00 Black Cats, Witches, Ghosts! Do you love Halloween? Come and spend a frightfully fun day at The Queen's Ink making a six page mini book. Learn how to make a board book cover and other interesting techniques. Each crafter will leave with a kit with all papers and embellishments. You should be able to finish your book in class, but if not you will leave with instructions to finish your book at home. (Note: cover flowers and trims may differ in color and style from the posted example). Each crafter should bring glue, double faced tape, and a good pair of paper scissors. Rock Your Journal September 13th [Saturday] /10:00 - 4:00 Instructor: Laura Hummel Class fee: $75.00 Using a basic Moleskin journal you will get started on creating a journal/personal planner to capture the events and feelings for a year. This will include a calendar, folding pages, pockets, tabs, paper ephemera, tape, transfers, and some fun ways to create backgrounds. I will bring a variety of supplies so you can work with various kinds of paints, pens, spray inks, masking tape, markers, crayons, stamps, black gesso, and colored pencils. Your background pages will pop with texture and visual interest. Ideas about journaling topics and a few challenges should spark your inner muse to journal on a regular basis. See website for student supply list. www.queensink.com 301-497-9449 Whimsical Weaving September 14th [Sunday] / 12:00-4:00 Instructor: Patti Euler Class Fee: $52.00 Join Patti for a lesson in fiber weaving, and create a beautiful, unique framed project. Fall Zentangles Project Workshop September 16th [Tuesday] / 6:00 - 9:00 Instructor: Patti Euler Class fee: $30 Prerequisite: Completion of Zentangle Basics workshop NO EXCEPTIONS. Zentangle is an easy to learn and relaxing method of creating beautiful images from repetitive patterns. In this class, you'll create a Fall themed zentangle project. Ice Resin Jewelry September 19th [Friday] / 6:00 - 9:00 Instructor: Patti Euler Class Fee: $60.00 Learn how to create beautiful, unique jewelry pieces using collage techniques and ice resin. Leave with four finished pieces. Ink Paper Scissors - Introduction to Mixed Media September 20th [Saturday] / 12:00 - 3:00 Instructor: Patti Class Fee: $35.00 Join Patti for an introduction to paper arts... Queen's Ink style. This workshop is the prerequisite to registering for most of our workshop offerings, since the techniques and concepts you'll learn here form the basis for your success in our workshop repertoire. Learn about the various paper types and other surfaces used for stamping and paper arts, explore the wide variety of inks, including a little chemistry lesson about their make-ups, which ink to use on which surface, which to emboss or heat-set (or not!), and see various papercrafting tools in action. You'll discuss adhesives... the importance of selecting the right one for your project, and take the opportunity to use a few different ones. Get your hands a little bit dirty as you have the opportunity to play with some of these inks, papers, and adhesives, and try your hand at heat embossing with stunning results. Supply List: All supplies will be provided, including a nonstick craft mat, an "inkie-binkie", foam blending tool, and some specialty stamping paper... all of which you will take home! Receive a 10 percent discount on any merchandise you purchase on the day of your class. 50 Shades of Play - The Sequel September 21st [Sunday] / 12:00 - 5:00 Instructor: Terry Quinn Class fee: $48.00 So... you have taken the 50 Shades of Play workshop, and are now a certified Gelli Plate addict. Or, maybe you haven't taken the class, but you have your own plate, know the basics and have done some experimenting. You're obsessed with making prints. Perhaps by chance, your workspace is exploding with prints and you're wondering what I do with all of them. Well, within each print is a beautiful, abstract work of art just waiting to be revealed. In 50 Shades of Play "The Sequel", we'll make several prints with the Gelli Plate and then experiment with composition and elements of design to transform the prints into mini works of art. In this class you will complete at least three one-of-a-kind cards, an EcoBoard print and a matted 5x7" print along with a stash of several prints to make more cards at home. You may even be tempted to frame your cards and display them as the miniature works of art that they are. See website for student supply list. Two-Tag Minimum September 23rd [Tuesday] / 11:00 - 1:30 Instructor: Patti Class fee: $25.00 Join us each month to create a minimum of two different tags that are product and seasonally inspired, and that give you the opportunity to use our newest products and techniques. Supply list: Please bring your basic kit including non-stick craft sheet, adhesives, blending tool with replacement foam; all other materials provided. Two-Tag Minimum September 23rd [Tuesday] / 6:30 - 9:00 Instructor: Patti Class fee: $25.00 Join us each month to create a minimum of two different tags that are product and seasonally inspired, and that give you the opportunity to use our newest products and techniques. Supply list: Please bring your basic kit including non-stick craft sheet, adhesives, blending tool with replacement foam; all other materials provided. Flip File September 27th [Saturday] / 12:00 -5:00 Instructor: Chrissie Hines Class fee: $65 This clever book structure is perfect "eye candy" for your desk or ***GIFT ALERT**** for your holiday list. Chrissie originally designed the flip file as an address book, but her sister uses it to sort her bills. Others have told her about many other uses for their no-sew flip file... you will find yours. The cover is anaglypta wall paper that we will paint and ink until we like the look. Inside the pages can be decorated or left as is. Decorative paper will cover the insides. See website for student supply list www.queensink.com 301-497-9449 50 Shades of Play... Between the Sheets September 28th [Sunday] / 12:00 -6:00 Instructor: Terry Quinn Class fee: $68 In this workshop, you will create lusciously layered mixed media collages, elegantly displayed in 5x7" clip frames. You will have the option of completing them in an underwater or floral theme. Be prepared to play, experiment, and let your imagination run wild as you create a plethora of background "sheets" that will make up the foundation of your collage. To create your sheets, you'll experiment with different surfaces, and combine monoprinting and resist techniques with stamping, stencils, rubbing plates, watercolors, crayons, markers, glitter, mica, metal leaf, and paint. You will learn techniques using Dura-lar Wet Media Film (provided in class) to create depth and give your piece a multi-demensional effect "Between the Sheets". (Dura-lar is an acetate alternative, specially coated on both sides to accept water-based mediums, markers and inks without beading, chipping or running.) See website for complete student supply list. www.queensink.com 301-497-9449