Patty Van Dorin

Wall Calendar Journal class is on line

 
In this class, we will be making a journal entirely from one wall calendar.
This class is a sewn journal class but I will include some information if you do not have a sewing machine. This journal is best constructed with the sewing machine.

Do you love the look of sewn pages but don't like the stitching that shows through on the back side of your pages?  In this class, I will be teaching a unique construction method that will allow you to stitch as heavy as you like without affecting the back corresponding page.

There will also be a couple of options for binding this journal. My favorite is the machine sewn binding and I will also show a hand sewn binding with a couple of variations.

A quick and easy journal that is great for not only recycling a wall calendar but perfect for all types of papers, images and scraps that we all save and hate to throw out.

Class Details

• this class begins 3/8/10 – when payment is received, I will send an email with log in and password information. Please make sure your email is not blocked
• you can start any time you wish and will have full access to this class blog until 12/30/10
• this blog format class contains

   - 20 high quality video
    - informative pdf with detail instructions, step by step photos, tips and techniques

   - 15 printable downloads of paper, collage sheets and photos

• question, answer and comment support
  
  Class Supplies

-sewing machine

-wall calendar

- paper, ephemera, fabric

-sewing thread

-standard regular size sewing machine needle

-jeans or heavy duty sewing machine needle 

- glue stick

-awl or japanese screw punch

- bone folder or kitchen spoon

-two bull dog style clips

-photos and other embellishments for your book

- scissors

- ruler (for tearing paper)

Optional Items
if you are opting for the hand binding

-button or beads

-large eye upholstery or tapestry needle

- waxed linen thread (an alternative would be a strong heavy thread)   I have a large selection of waxed linen thread in my Etsy shop

Mod Podge or white glue (if you are not sewing pages)

-foam brush (for glue)

- decorative paper clips

- fabric scraps for embellishment

- paper punches

- staples and stapler

- double stick tape

-decorative tape

 

Price of this class is $25.00

 

-sewing machine

-wall calendar

- paper, ephemera, fabric

-sewing thread

-standard regular size sewing machine needle

-jeans or heavy duty sewing machine needle 

- glue stick

-awl or japanese screw punch

- bone folder or kitchen spoon

-two bull dog style clips

-photos and other embellishments for your book

- scissors

- ruler (for tearing paper)

Optional Items
if you are opting for the hand binding

-button or beads

-large eye upholstery or tapestry needle

- waxed linen thread (an alternative would be a strong heavy thread)   I have a large selection of waxed linen thread in my Etsy shop

Mod Podge or white glue (if you are not sewing pages)

-foam brush (for glue)

- decorative paper clips

- fabric scraps for embellishment

- paper punches

- staples and stapler

- double stick tape

-decorative tape

 

Price of this class is $25.00

 

Pushing the Envelope - on line class

The last of the finishing touches have been added to my newest on-line class called "Pushing the Envelope".

In this class, I will teach you how to construct this unique book made from security envelopes.

 

This is a great recycle project, the books pages are made with security envelopes. How unique is that! Each envelope features a top loading pocket that holds  additional pages that are removable.  This book would make a great journal, scrapbook, memory album, travel journal or recipe book. The possibilities are endless.

Made with the simplest of supplies, you will not want to stop at making just the one book.

Class Supply List

- security envelopes (14 were used in the class example book)

- cardboard for covers

- glue (Mod Podge or White Glue)

-foam brush (for glue)

- glue stick

- twill tape or grosgrain ribbon or fabric or leather

- waxed linen thread (an alternative would be a strong heavy thread)   I have a large selection of waxed linen thread in my Etsy shop

- 4 brads (plain or decorative)

- needle (large eye tapestry or upholstery needle)

- awl or Japanese screw punch

- bone folder or kitchen spoon

-X-Acto Knife or box cutter

-self healing cutting mat (or a thick stack of magazines)

- paper scraps, old book pages, ephemera, decorative paper

- photos or embellishments for journal

- scissors

- ruler (for tearing paper)

- wax paper

Optional Items

- sewing machine

- sandpaper (just a small piece)

- decorative paper clips

- clear packing type tape

- rubber stamps and ink

- fabric scraps for embellishment

- paper punches

- staples and stapler

- double stick tape

-decorative tape

 

Class Details

• registration for this class is open – when payment is received, I will send an email with log in and password information. Please make sure your email is not blocked
• you can start any time you wish and will have full access to this class blog until 12/30/2012
• this blog format class contains

- 16 page pdf with detail instructions, step by step photos, tips and techniques

- 19 high quality videos

- 12 printable downloads of paper, collage sheets and photos

• question, answer and comment support

 

 

Price of this class is $25.00

 

 

 

who turned off the heat

it has been cold as all get out, here in the heart of Texas
good days to stay inside and work in the studio
a few new journal pages
 
AND soon I will be offering a new on-line class
it is nearing completion and details will be posted right here on this blog
AND there will be two more new classes available in the very near future

stayed tuned and keep warm
  

Hey!!! It's Giveaway Time

 
It's that time, time for a giveaway.  To get your free class pass to the Fantasy Folded Altered Book Class, leave a comment on this post between today and Monday the 27th. 

If you already signed up, play along and leave a comment. If your number is drawn, I will send you a refund.   I'll  be using the random number generator to select the comment that wins the "get into class free hall pass". 

AND to make this on-line class giveaway a bit more interesting, for every multiple of 25 comments left on this post, I will give away one free class.  Do I have you completely confused?   Here's how it works:
25 comments left = one free class
50 comments left - TWO free classes
75 comments left - THREE free classes
and so on.

You get the idea. Link this class to your blog, tell your friends, tell your mailman...the more comments left the more chance to win. 

Tuesday morning bright and early I will use the random number generator to draw the lucky numbers for this on-line class.

You may use the image below if you would like to link this giveaway on your blog.
 

Fantasy Folded Book Class

The Fantasy Folded Book Class is now online.
 
In this class, I will provide step by step instructions on how to make your own folded altered book.
This class includes six instructional videos, seven image downloads that you can print and use in your altered book, with tips on selecting a good book to alter and complete steps for making this altered book.  There is also photo album of each page from the Fantasy Altered Book, a class photo album and a link page to class participants blogs or websites.

At the end of this class is a section for questions and answers and I will be available daily to give my best at answering and posting comments
 
This class is available online and is available until 12/30/2012.

Password and log in information will be emailed to you through the email address provided with your payment, so be sure the email is correct and not blocked.

This is a blog based class and everything for information and videos that you will need is available from start to finish so you will be able to work at your own speed. Photo albums, links, comments and questions will be updated on a daily basis.

Price for this online class is $18.00