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Store Hours
Mon - Sat: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sun: we are closed
For Four evenings on Thursday, we are open until 7 pm
October 22 and 29, and November 5 and 12, 2015
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30 Main St, Topsfield, MA 01983, 978-887-6397, www.absolutelyeverything.com
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Newsletter for Friday, June 13
Free demo Saturday, June 14,
tomorrow!!
at noon, and again at 2 pm.
Gelli Plate demonstration...come see what it's all about!
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It's our "Sweet Sixteen" birthday event on Saturday, June 21. There are two sessions ...you can pick the time best for you. I am showing the four cards we are doing...a little something different at each table (techniques include pencils and gamsol, acrylic painting, resist with Goosebumps, and, yes, you will learn a little Zentangling!). Cost for the class is $15, and attendees receive a 15% discount on all regularly priced stuff in the store on that day.
Basically, you come in , either from 10-noon, or 1-3pm, and you will move from table to table, with a new teacher at each spot...to make the four projects seen below. Space is limited to five students per table , so sign up time is upon us!!
...and, as usual, there will be food and presents!! |
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Gelli Plates...the newest tool in creativity!
(reprinted from last week with updated photos.)
We have had two introductory classes so far, using these great Gelli Arts printing plates. It is tons of fun, with lots of experimenting going on as you learn. We have been using the Dina Wakely heavy body acrylic paints, the Golden paints, the Deco Arts Americana paints, and the Tim Holtz Distress paints, as well as the Splash Inks. All of these paints are great, and there are more items we are adding to use with the Gelli plate.
The gel plates come in assorted sizes: 6x6 was the first, then 8x10 was added. Recently they have come out with a 12 x 14, for big prints, and an 8-inch round plate. The plates are a very sturdy quality and will last a very long time, when stored properly. We will teach you all about them in our class series.
Recently we have gotten in new stencils, some textured rollers, and texture plates, as well a lots more brayers. In the upcoming Intro classes, we will be making mini Art Journals with all the prints we make. Future classes will include work on canvas, resist prints, crazy envelopes, and large size printing.
So far, the following classes are on the schedule:
Thursday, June 26-Intro to Gelli Printing, 11am-3:30pm $44
We will use stencils and plates...everyone will receive a 6x6 gelli plate in class to take home, and we will make a mini Art Journal with our prints, with a bit of embellishing the book at the end of class. $44
Also, great news, the company is now making the plates in small sizes, 3.5 x 5 inches, and a 5 x 7 size...and, yes, they are on the way to the store now!!
Gelli Plates--Beyond the Print , Tuesday, July 8, 10am-1pm, $45 ($35 for anyone who took the Intro and brings their plate) Class includes a 6x6 Gelli Plate to use in class and take home.
We will be making some very cool resist prints, and clear prints, as well as crazy envelopes. In addition, there will be a station with a large Gelli Plate and everyone will get a turn using this big style plate.
Gelli Printing Art Canvas Sunday, July 20, 1-4pm, $40 (or $30 if you bring a gelli plate from a previous class)
Using our knowledge of the Gelli Plate, we will be creating 2 canvases, and then embellishing these with our paints and brushes. Each student will receive a Gelli Plate to keep. Wear an apron, and bring your acrylic paints, two brushes, (a 1/2 flat, and a #8 or 10 round, or in this vicinity) A cup for water, a brayer
Intro to Gelli Plate Printing-Saturday, August 9, 11-3:30
Gelli Plates-Beyond the Print--Thursday, August 14, 10am-1pm
The photos below show the books we are making in the the Intro class...you can choose either form.
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| What's New in the Store???.. |
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| We had a Kaiser Craft delivery, with some great new papers, with a heritage and travel theme, plus some new crocheted doilies (thinking Gelli Plate printing with these!!) and pictured at the top is a new 6x6 pad from Bazzill...down below, there are new stencils...and rub-ons. |
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| Keeping with the Gelli plate theme, these are plastic molds that impress designs into your plate...each pack has 6 plates in it...and there are different themes... |
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| This new book arrived, and we are seeijng a lot of acrylic paint work in the mixed media world, so this is a great intro to acrylic paints... |
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| New from Authentique...themes, are "Sweet" and "Adventure." |
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| This zipper die just arrived from Sizzix...add a zipper anywhere you want! |
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| This set of stamps and paper just makes me want to break out in.."unda da sea!!"...but out of respect for my staff, I will refrain... |
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| Very first batch of new holiday stamps to arrive!! |
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| ...Love the metallic inks for art journals, and mixed media pieces..plus two new dies...such a cool swan! |
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| These are new tapes from Little B, and they have their own cutter on each pack..plus some very nice twine on old fashioned spools... |
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| A few new releases of our regular magazines, from Stampington & Co.... |
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Planning Ahead...for the Summer...and a great "Kids' Class"
Terri has great plans for a 4-day Kids' week of classes. Save the dates of Monday, July 14-Thursday, July 17 for this great series. These class sessions are for 9-12 year olds. Cost for the 4 days is $100.
time of classes is 10am-1pm.
Bring a small lunch or a snack.
So, kids!!...What are you doing with all your ticket stubs, awards, photos, secret notes, favorite friendship bracelet, postcards, ski passes, and your girl scout, 4-H or cheerleading memorabilia?? You know...all those little things you are collecting but don't have a real home for...
Start gathering them up now!! Because...
We are going to create a scrapbook, so they all have a great place to be, and you will have a beautiful memento book. You don't need to bring anything but your memories. We will provide the scrapbook, page protectors, 12 x 12 papers, tape, and various embellishments. Plus, we will be doing some die-cutting right here in the store.
Additionally, Terri will be offering an "after-school" scrapbook class during the rest of the year, on the last Wednesday of each month, from 3:30-5:30 at a $20 cost. This way, you can keep your scrapbook up-to-date. Each class will include page protector, 12 x 12 paper, and embellishments |
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A visiting Copic marker expert instructor...don't miss it!!
see the details here and the calendar page with all the info and photos here.
On Saturday, June28, Sandy has two classes. First is
Spin the Copic Color wheel. Class time is 10 am 12:30 pm. Cost is $35, and you are making your own color wheel!! |
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| On Saturday, right after lunch, at 1 pm, Sandy will do a free demo of the card shown below, showing the coloring of the people's skin, the shadows, the hair, the sky, water and sand.. Please call to register for the demo so we will know how many to expect. |
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Saturday's second class--Funny people......Class is $35 and runs from 2-4pm. Here are the Copic colors to bring to class, and you can make substitutes of similar colors, but I would probably stick with the skin colors as listed...
0, BV000, B00, C0, C3, C5,
E11, E33, E37, E51,
G82, R35, R37, R89, Y17 |
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Sunday's first class is:
Creative Copic Backgrounds
10 am - noon, $35
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Coloring the Lost World,
Class is from 1-3 pm, cost is $45 and includes the complete Lawn Fawn set of the "Critters from the Past."
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More Classes at AE
To see complete class info, please use the link to the Calendar Page, here
The dates for the upcoming Card Club classes are as follows:
June 20 (Fri.) and 24(Tues.)
Summer-Friday, August 8 and Tues. Aug. 12.
September 19 (Fri.) and Sept. 23 (Tues.)
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Basic Stamping Classes, with Terri
Basic Stamping will continue in June with classes on more coloring techniques, including colored pencils and gamsol, as well as PanPastels.The June classes will be on Saturday, June 14, 10am, and Wednesday, June 18, 10am. Class is $25 |
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Botanical Tea Scrapbook Wallet
Saturday, June 14, 10 am-1pm, $39
Join Marcia in making this very stylish scrapbook folding wallet,
using Graphic 45’s new papers from their Botanical Tea line.
There is room for lots of photos and writing inside and this makes a great gift. Please bring the following to class: 12-inch scoring tool, 12-inch trimmer, double-sided tape, tape runner, foam tape, and basic tools. |
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***Newly Scheduled Class
Tea Party and Verses
Sunday, June 22, noon-4pm, $39
Iced Tea will be served
White gloves are not necessary.
Join Terri in making this book from scratch, and using the beautiful Graphic 45 Botanical Tea Papers. It will be ready for poetic verses or quotes, some of which Terri has ready for you...if you have a favorite that you would like to add, try to print it out onto a 3 x 4 inch piece of paper.
All materials plus the binding are included. Please be sure to bring your basic tools. |
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Here are the details on all the Dreamweaver Stencil classes for the summer.
Basics of Dreamweaver Stencils
Thursday, July 3, 11-1pm, $40
Each student will receive two stencils and the picasso tool, along with two brushes. We will be learning the basics of embossing the stencils, (there is definitely a trick!) using the Big Shot, and coloring the flat and embossed images. We will make two cards from our artwork.
Dreamweaver Stencils--Basic Black Techniques, Saturday, July 12, 10am-1pm, $40
Each student receives 2 metal stencils, a paste spreader, and a palette knife. we will be learning about the pastes, foils, and special effects powders in this class. You will have two finished cards to take home.
Dreamweaver Stencils and Zentangles, Friday, July 18, 6-9pm, $35
Each student will receive two stencils for the outline image.
Please bring your pens, pencil, and blending stump, for creating the tangles. I will review some basic tangles. Feel free to prepare a few of youre own favorites. (Basic Zentangle class is a prerequisite.) See photo below.
Dreamweaver & Zentangle Class, Sunday, August 3, 1-4pm. All details as above.
Dreamweaver Stencils with Special Effects, Tuesday, August 5th, 10am-12:30, $40
Each student will receive two stencils, and a screen tool. All the "effects" materials will be provided in class. Please bring a picasso tool.
I am preparing these classes now and all photos will appear shortly. |
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The Art of Handmade, & Hand Sewn Books and Journals
Who's ready for a little book-making??
Join Terri on either Wednesday, July 23, 6-9 pm, or Friday, July 25, noon-3 pm for the first in a series of bookmaking classes. This first class will be the Japanese Side Stitch Binding Journal.
We will be using Japanese washi paper, and handmade note paper on the inside, and you will learn a handmade ornamental closure for finishing it off. Book size is approximately 4 x 6 inches.
In this class, you will learn:
-the Japanese Side Stitch
-the art of seamless, mitered corners using the washi papers
-the technique of creating a resin closure
-the art of using waxed linen
Class is $40, and includes all materials.
The second Handmade Book class will be on Wednesday, August 20, 6-9:30, or Friday, August 22, noon- 3:30 pm. This will be the Coptic Stitch Sewn Binding, book size is about 4 x 6 inches. Class is $50, and includes all materials.
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Inside of Coptic stitch book
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Card Club is Ongoing...
The cards below were done by the group in past Card Club meetings. For $20 per month, you will receive a kit with all the materials to make eight cards that have been designed for each month...new kit each month. Card Club is open to all, requires a 3-month sign up, continue as long as you like. We are taking sign-ups for April now. You have the choice to attend each month, either on Tuesday morning, 10-1pm, or a Friday evening, 6-9pm. Current dates are listed at the top of the class article. |
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Silhouette Ongoing Learning...
We now have a Silhouette group that meets here once a month and they have their own blog. All the info about meetings, what to bring, when to come, can be found there. If you would like to join our group, there is no fee, and you can bring your Silhouette machine and laptop, as we have wifi in the store. Find the Silhouette Blog here.
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Save the Dates...
August 23-24, Saturday & Sunday, Dina Wakely will be here for some great art journal and art techniques, using all sorts of her new mixed media products, as well as tons of other products.
October 4th and 5th--Richele Christiansen is returning for a few cool Vintage/distress classes. |
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