Beginners Scrapbooking and Cardmaking
with Melissa
Ford
Have you ever
looked at a handmade card and thought to yourself, ‘how
beautiful! I wish I
knew how to make my own cards’, or ever wanted to know how to
preserve your
photo’s and present them in a creative way.
If ‘yes’ this course is for you as it will provide
you with a great
introduction to the basics while you create wonderful works of art. By the end of 8 weeks you will learn how easy
it really is to make your own cards and scrap pages.
Each week I
will introduce you to a number of techniques and tools to expand your
knowledge. I will share with you lots of tips I have picked up while
learning
these great hobbies. You will find this
course very relaxing and fun!
· How
to preserve your photo’s to make sure they last a lifetime.
· What
are the basic tools for scrapbooking/cardmaking.
· How
to use a whole array of products like embossing powder and chalks.
· What
effects different inks create.
· How
to embellish your cards/pages using rubber stamps, design papers,
punches, die
cuts, stickers, ribbons, buttons plus lots more.
· How
to apply techniques you have learnt to off-the-page projects.
· Where
to shop for supplies.
· Where
to once you have completed the course.
I
started
scrapbooking in 2004 after I did an adult education course. I soon
became
addicted and have been scrapping ever since.
In 2007 I ventured into the world of cardmaking.