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Crafting Made Simple Newsletter - September 19 2009

Crafting Made Simple
September 19 2009


Thirty Minute LayoutsYou will be amazed by the terrific layouts you can create in mere minutes. By the end of the class, you will have created four layouts that only need photos and your own personal touches to complete. Bring your basic kit. $24.00
Monday, September 21
@ 7 pm
@ Joyce’s home studio


I BelieveA chance to scrapbook about yourself . . . and you don't have to get too serious (if you don't want to). Bring your basic kit. $15.00
Wednesday, September 23
@ 7 pm
@ Pam’s home studio

Beginner ClassI teach beginners everything they need to know to begin scrapbooking. Classes can be booked at your convenience and are taught in my studio.
If you put a group together of 3 or more students, I am quite happy to travel to your home or venue to teach.

Our Test Kitchen Blog
Inspired by the movie Julia & Julie, we have embarked on a journey to try new and interesting recipes and share the recipes and our experiences through this blog. Each month contributors will select a new cookbook and set a goal of how many recipes to try each week.

Book ClubAre you interested in expanding your literary horizons? I am hosting the September book club meeting and we will be discussing The Birth House by Ami McKay. Our long-term project is Anna Karenina by Tolstoy. It will be an enjoyable evening and, of course, refreshments will be served.
Wednesday, September 30
@ 7 pm
@ Pam’s home


Craft Guild
Many of us have many hobbies and interests, including scrapbooking. And how many of the hobbies and interests result in piles of unfinished projects? I have more counted cross stitches, afghans, table cloths and quilts waiting to be finished then I even want to count. The Craft Guild is here to inspire you. Join us once a month in the host’s home for a make n take (which will be non-scrapbooking . . . lol) and a chance to sit down with an unfinished project, some friends, a treat and a cup of tea (coffee) and get it done. There is no cost for this guild . . . just the enjoyment of your company. I am hosting this month.
Monday, September 28
@ 7 pm
@ Pam’s place

Cardmakers Club
Host for October is Sandra McKay. We are doing something a little bit different this month . . . a shoe box swap. Each person will create a Christmas card and pack everything needed to create 6 more of the same cards. We will spend the evening building 6 different cards from the swap. Please let us know if you will be attending.
Tuesday, October 20
@ 7 pm
@ Sandra’s (Grand Central)


Crafting Made Simple Yahoo group
This group has been created as a forum for people who live in the St. Thomas, ON area to share our favourite hobbies and crafts, such as scrapbooking and cardmaking, needlecrafts, reading and writing, and painting. Off-topic conversation is very welcome. While this group is geared to a certain geographical area, out-of-towners are very welcome to join. You are welcome to use this group to set up swaps and meet-ups. Advertising is allowed on Sundays. AD must be shown in the subject line.

Learn How to KnitKnitting is fulfilling, creative hobby to enjoy for your lifetime. You will receive a set of knitting needles, a darning needle, and cotton yarn to create this week's project . . . a simple dish cloth. During this class you will learn everything you need to know to begin knitting. $25.00 You are welcome to book a private class to suit your schedule.

Learn How to CrochetCrochet is also a fulfilling, creative hobby to enjoy for your lifetime. You will receive two crochet hooks, a darning needle, and acrylic yarn to create this week's project . . . a simple head hugger. During this class you will learn everything you need to know to begin crochet. $25.00 You are welcome to book a private class to suit your schedule.

Learn Counted Cross StitchWhen you register and pay for your class you will receive: Needles and needle threader, Embroidery hoop, Fabric, an Instruction booklet and the floss required to complete your first project. During this class you will learn everything you need to know to begin counted cross stitch. $25.00 Please book a private class to suit your schedule.

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