We are excited to have Melissa back with us again this year – and she’s debuting TWO Mixed Media classes at the GLMM this year! (One class is so new, that she couldn’t get us the image in time for the sneak peek – but we’ll have it soon!!) Don’t let the lack of a photo deter you… I’ve seen an unfinished preview – and it’s going to be beautiful!
Envelope Pocket Album
(Envelope Pocket )
Instructor: Melissa Frances; Sponsored by: Melissa Frances
It’s true – we are going to make an album from envelopes. You will love this technique! In class you will take 6 envelopes and make a 12 page pocket album. Once you learn how do this, you will be hooked. Mini albums can be so expensive to make but this technique is very economical and is a great base to any album project you may have. In class you will also learn that there is more than one way to make these, so the possibilities are endless. Time permitting, we will start to decorate your finished album with Melissa Frances papers and embellishments. Color instructions will be provided so you can complete your album after class if need be.
As a bonus we have added 6 pull out tabs.
Leave class with: Envelope mini album
Skill level: All Levels
Supplies: trimmer, scissors, glue, glue dots, foam dots, and distress ink if desired.
Everyday Bunting
(Everyday Bunting)
Instructor: Melissa Frances; Sponsored by: Melissa Frances
Bunting banners are all the rage on Pinterest! Have you ever wanted to make one but were not sure for what occasion to make it for? Don’t want to make the investment for a single day or short holiday? This class is for you!
This adorable bunting can be kept up all year, in your scrap room or just about anywhere. You can leave as designed or add some alpha die cuts to personalize. Store special memories in the pockets and envelopes. In this class we will teach you how to layer simple everyday elements and how to make vintage book paper flowers.. As a bonus you will learn how to make crepe paper rosettes with the selection of crepe paper provided.
Leave class with: Bunting/Garland
Skill level: All Levels
Supplies: trimmer, scissors, glue, needle and thread but we will have some if needed, cropodile, pop dots and distress ink if desired.
Holiday Cards
(Holiday Cards)
Instructor: Melissa Frances; Sponsored by: Melissa Frances
In this class you will work with a collection of Melissa Frances product including her Holiday transfers and a few other new surprises. In class, you will make 5 holiday cards – Christmas, Easter, Birthday, Valentines and Halloween. Have a hard time giving them away? Why not add them to your favorite layout or album! We will be layering and adding little details to make your cards unique and different from store bought ones. This class is sure to be super cute!
Leave class with: 5 holiday cards
Skill level: All Levels
Supplies: trimmer, scissors, glue dots, foam dots, and distress ink if desired.
Mixed Media Canvas
(Mixed Media Canvas)
Instructor: Melissa Frances; Sponsored by: Melissa Frances
Using your mediums you will learn how to use paints on scrapbook papers and various embellishments, along with Stamps and Stencils provided by us.
Feel free to bring any of your own favorite Stamps or Stencils to experiment with as well.
In class we will work with your Gesso, Matt Medium and Modeling paste to make a wonderful Home décor canvas.
Leave class with: Home Decor Canvas
Skill level: All Levels
Supplies: Gesso, Matte Medium, Modeling Paste, Teflon mat or wax paper, Trimmer, scissors, pallet knife, 3/4” paint brush, paper towels, cup for water, heat dryer. Optional distress ink if desired and black fine detailed pen
Vintage Printers Tray
(Printers Tray)
Instructor: Melissa Frances; Sponsored by: Melissa Frances
Melissa Frances just loves living in Pennsylvania, where she has a wealth of vintage venues at her door step. In this class, you will be altering one of her amazing finds –a large stash of “Vintage Printers Tray’s. Please note that this tray has been modified by her staff to fit a smaller format of approximately 17” x 11” (so it is slightly refurbished). In class you will learn mixed media techniques, and adorn your tray with papers, embellishments and other vintage items to create this one of a kind home decor piece. *Antique embellishments may vary. Feel free to bring some of your own trinkets and or pictures in various sizes from 1” x 1” to no larger than 2 ½”, to make it your own. A basic knowledge of working with gesso/matte medium and modeling paste is recommended if you wish to alter your tray with mixed media, as there will not be time in this class to cover the basics of mixed media. (Want to learn the basics? Melissa will be teaching them in the Mixed Media Canvas Class!) If you don’t have this knowledge – you can still take the class and just adorn your tray with paper, photos and embellishments!
Leave class with: Home Decor Printers Tray
Skill level: All Levels
Supplies: scissors, trimmer, glue, glue dots and distress ink for making your papers look old. You can make this tray without doing the mixed media techniques but if you would like to add that extra touch you will need these supplies – Matte Medium, Modeling Paste, Teflon mat or wax paper, 3/4” flat paint brush, pallet knife, paper towels, paper cup for water, heat dryer.
Under Glass
(Under Glass)
Instructor: Melissa Frances; Sponsored by: Melissa Frances
Perched on a wood spool pedestal, accented with one of our mercury glass birds, your favorite photo will be carefully preserved under our glass dome. What a wonderful way to show off your loved one. In this class we will work with our glass dome. Learn new ways to take your photos off the page and make wonderful home décor pieces to cherish forever.
You will need to bring a photo measuring – 1 ½” high x 1 ¼” wide. Or choose from a selection of vintage images provided.
Leave class with: Home Decor Cloche’
Skill level: All Levels
Supplies: trimmer, scissors, fast drying liquid glue (zip dry) is preferred, distress ink if desired.
You will need to bring a photo measuring – 1 ½” high x 1 ¼” wide. Or choose from a selection of vintage images provided.
