gg's functional art: Serendipity Paper/Mixed Media Class

For more info please send me a private message through my Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/gg.burns.artist/

Several years ago, I found a marvelous mixed media technique on the Internet that some refer to as crazy collage or Serendipity Paper. It is basically a fun crafting project that anyone can do. Children and adults of all ages, enjoy this making paper.

In my making Serendipity Paper class, we use netting (tulle), colorful paper napkins, recycled sewing patterns, vintage dictionary pages, recycled wrapping paper or tissue, fabric scraps, small pieces of yarn, ribbon or other unique fibers, glitter, dried leaves, flowers or other vintage ephemera images, all layered in a bed of inexpensive white glue.

Overtime, I developed my own twist while creating Serendipity Paper and have enjoyed sharing it with many friends and students.

Creating hand-made paper is a marvelous way to spend time with friends or relatives instead of going to a movie, out to lunch, etc. It's a great therapeutic way to escape life's challenges. Many will say they don't think about anything or feel their pain while crafting or creating Serendipity Paper. Plus, an added bonus you have something to give to others when the class ends.

Your finished Serendipity Paper can be cut in all kinds of shapes for card making, gift tags or even framing as your own personal masterpiece. I find that a rotary cutter works better than a craft knife. Depending on how many layers you add they can be almost like a thin piece of vinyl.

The most important thing is to let yourself go (as a child)

and have fun in this class.

This class is offered on Thursday mornings

in GG's Studio from 10:00am-12:30pm

Supplies you will need for first class:

1) 1 small bottle of Elmer's glue

2) personal laser photo copies of images you might want to use

3) any favorite small pieces of lace or ribbon that you have saved from a baby shower, wedding or party

4) any favorite napkins or recycled wrapping paper that you would like to include as part of your finished art. NOTE: if you don't have any of these supplies from #2-4, no worries I have boxes to select from.

For the 1st class I supply the rest of materials needed.

Students will make at least 3-5 pieces of art in each class, depending on how fast they work. The first class is 2.5 hours for $30.

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Class 2

A second class is needed for finishing, cutting and card making plus learning mounting techniques.

Supplies you will need for 2nd class:

1) white or solid color cards with matching envelopes

2) liquid glue and/or a glue stick

3) flat or foam 3-d adhesive dots and or my personal favorite:

a roll of scor-tape or redline adhesive tape

http://www.craftcritique.com/2011/03/08/scor-tape-vs-redline-adhesive/

For the 2nd class I supply the rest. 2.5 hours for $25.

Bev said, "Look what I made in just 2 short classes"!

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3rd class

Creating embellishments for your cards using hand-made Serendipity Paper

In this class, we will learn unique ways to re-purpose or recycle everyday items instead of buying expensive designer brands embellishments.

Or, you can create an embellishment for your card by simply using another piece of the background art and layer it on top as shown here.

Another popular design is my version of "Dress Up", by stampington.com.

To download template click here:http://www.stampington.com/temptingtemplates/

We can also learn to add pet designs, shoes, fish, angels, hearts ... or just about any theme you would like. We hope you'll join us for one of our fun, relaxing and therapeutic mixed media classes soon.

Supplies you will need for the 3rd class:

1) white or solid color cards with matching envelopes

2) liquid glue and/or a glue stick

3) flat or foam 3-d adhesive dots and or my personal favorite:

a roll of scor-tape or redline adhesive tape

http://www.craftcritique.com/2011/03/08/scor-tape-vs-redline-adhesive/

For the 2nd class I supply the rest. 2.5 hours for $25.

For more info please send me a private message through my Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/gg.burns.artist/

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SPECIAL OFFER:

For previous students who have already been taking either painting or mixed media classes a,"bring your own supplies fun day" is offered for $15 for 3-4 hours, starting at 9:30 am.

Students are expected to bring their own papers, cards, napkins, tissue, canvas, paints, ink, ink pads, cards, glue, tape, lace and general arts/craft supplies. Students are welcome to use my scissors, punch tools, heat gun, large paper cutters, large selection of rubber stamps, easels, soap, and other stationary tools ... but mostly enjoy the company of your friends and neighbors in my studio. Clean up is expected after each fun day.

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Collage transfer techniques class:

This unique technique is gold standard for many mixed media projects and can be applied to a variety of items on canvas, boxes, glass, wood, ornaments, cards, tiles, etc. Supply list will vary depending on student's personal interest, but mostly Golden's Gel Medium or Mod Podge, several small canvas or canvas boards are needed. $15 an hour. (Basics can be learned in 1 hour.)