Stampscapes Classes

Visit our Stampscapes Gallery for samples of cards by category. We reserve the right to change the specific scenes in any given class. If this is important, please ask prior to registering for a class.

STAMPSCAPES BASIC SUPPLY LIST:
Tonal applicator stamp, Clearsnap stylus handles with oval or leaf white foam blending tips, detail scissors, adhesives, various acrylic blocks including a large and a long one, 6" soft rubber brayer, Art Institute dries clear adhesive and detail tip, white Jet pen, post-it notes and/or eclipse tape. Not every class requires the entire list, and occasionally a class will require some different supplies. Please ask about your specific class needs.

QuickScapes & Serenity Card Classes $25 to $30 BEGINNER SKILL LEVEL. This is offered in multiple formats. It is offered as a beginners' class which will include instruction on basic stamp care, using mounted and unmounted stamps, using the stamp positioner and multiliners to fix errors, etc. while making 8-10 cards. It is also offered as strictly a brayered backgrounds project class in which you will skip the additional instruction but still use Stampscapes images, and do some basic scene building. Classes range from 2 hours ($25) to 3 hours ($30), depending on the format. All formats are GREAT for beginners. Any skill level can enjoy making the fast and easy cards.

Hand Blended Backgrounds $25.00
This is not a typical Stampscapes class, but is a good beginner's class for those who are interested in progressing on to an intermediate or advanced Stampscapes class. In this class you will use Clearsnap Stylus handles and white foam blending tips to create hand blended backgrounds. You will then use both Stampscapes and other images and verses to make attractive, inspirational cards. You will make 3 cards.


WinterScapes $25.00
For experienced stampers. This is a great Christmas card class, or cards for any winter occasion. The scenes feature bare branched trees, evergreens, cold, crisp monochromatic color, and cold, icy glitter. Techniques include masking/scene building, glittering, and use of the tonal applicator ti add simple, layered color and dark bordering. Suitable for beginner/intermediate skill levels. Three cards are made.


BASIC MEGA CLASS $100
8 Hour Intermediate Skill Level Class
We have people travel long distances, many times from out of state, to attend this comprehensive class. When needed, we will assist with overnight lodging. In this class you will learn to make brayered backgrounds, repairing imperfect images, to use the tonal applicator, framing, blending tips, detailing your cards, masking and scene building. You will be working on coated cardstock. You will make cards from 4 of our different stand-alone classes. Participants must bring a tonal applicator stamp, 3 or more colorbox stylus handles with 6 or more unused white oval blending tips, detail scissors, assorted clear acrylic blocks including one long (2.5"x8") and one large (4"x6"), 6" soft rubber brayer, Art Institute dries clear adhesive and detail tip, and tape runner. Several cards will be made using a wide range of techniques. This class is for experienced stampers only, although you need not have any scene building or color blending experience. If you need to purchase a supply pack, we will give you a discount. Lunch, bottled water and a sweet tray is included. $100.00.

ADVANCED MEGA CLASS $100
8 Hour Advanced Skill Level Class
This class is for those who are proficient at masking, building scenes, using the tonal applicator and blending tips. We prefer that you first take the Basic Mega Class. In this class you will learn to make blended backgrounds, foggy / misty scenes, and you will make larger, more complex scenes. You will need the following supplies: tonal applicator stamp, 5 stylus handles with 10 blending tips, and at least one must be brand new), detail scissors, assorted clear acrylic blocks including one long (8") and one large (4"x6"), white Jet pen, and tape runner. Lunch, bottled water and a sweet tray is included. $100.00.