Wonderful Class Resource!

I just have to share a great resource for crafters, Annie's online classes! They have a plethora of classes involving various mediums. I stepped out of my norm and decided to give crochet a try, I truly am a self taught beginner in the crochet world. I really needed some help in order to move forward with this medium. I found this help with an online class taught by a wonderful instructor Ellen Gormley!

This class is called Learn to Crochet! Ellen gives wonderful step by step instruction, inspiration and truly made me feel that I was more than capable! This class is geared to beginners but also takes you to that stage where creating projects is possible and provided. If you would like to learn something new, revisit or refresh yourself in a particular craft or move beyond your present level I would absolutely recommend this class to you. While you are visiting Annie's I encourage you to make use of the free previews available for any class they offer. I also would like to ensure you that my recommendation is based on my own experience and opinions and I am not receiving compensation to complete this review. So head on over to Annie's using this link to take a look!
Creatively yours,
Sharon

Sweet Baby Card!

Project design by Sharon M. Reinhart

With the flowers blooming in various colors and shapes I thought it might be the perfect time to share this "Sweet Baby" card that I created for a friend. I am also on a tea-bag folding kick so I hope you enjoy tea-bag folding and enjoy this card. If you would like further tea-bag folding inspiration please check out my DVD or online class Fabulous Paper Folds!
Sometimes it's fun just to grab some scraps of paper and see what you can create. I don't know about you but I often have bits and pieces from previous cards that either the card started in one direction and went in a different one therefore the pieces were not used or even left-over supplies from a card creating session. This one is a simple lesson in layering. Printed paper from Michaels creates the backdrop and then a white embossed layer followed by a die-cut shape and a tea-bag folded medallion. A splash of ribbon and decorative brads as well as an embossed greeting and this one is ready for the recipient. This design would look equally as delightful in yellow, blue, or aqua. Hope you like it!
Creatively Yours,
Sharon

Festive Decor!

Project design ©Sharon M. Reinhart 2012

Where does time go! Sorry for my absence. Life was a bit topsy turvy for awhile. Hopefully we are back on track. Onwards and upwards! Also, to all, whose lives have been affected by the horrific storm - Sandy, my thoughts and prayers are with you!
To bring some cheer to the day I thought I would share this festive canvas decor. Initially the wooden JOY piece was going to be an ornament or piece that could be hung on the wall and then I decided to incorporate a small canvas into the picture. These canvases are perfect for this type of decor, it is one of those Can Do Art childrens canvas that has a pre-printed picture on it. Once its painted or paper has been adhered you don't even know. The wooden word has been covered with an Echo Park paper (I don't believe it is still available.) There are however a variety of music score papers out right now that would work wonderfully, some are on cream backgrounds but you could easily change that with the use of sprays or light washes of watercolor or thinned acrylic paint. Yes, that is a tea bag folded medallion in the center created using the basic circle technique. If you would like to learn more about paper folding check out the free previews for my Fabulous Paper Folds online class! Add a stamped word, a bit of ribbon and some pretty corner die-cut pieces placed together (Heartfelt Creations/Spellbinders) and you are done. If you are looking for card inspiration I challenge you to use this piece somewhat like a card sketch or inspiration piece and create a card.  I will work on this challenge as well, be sure to check out my next post to see what I have come up with. Enjoy!
Creatively yours,
Sharon

Fabulous Paper Folds!

It's so exciting! A new page is up at Annie's online classes which allows viewers to preview and learn more about the new online classes available. To celebrate this, if you head to Annie's and then return here and leave a comment about the online class page and classes I am going to draw one lucky name randomly and the winner will receive a signed copy of my book Tea Bag Folding Through The Seasons. The opportunity to enter your comment and name will stay open until midnight (MDT) Saturday September 8th. The name will be drawn and announced on Sunday September 9th. The photo I am sharing today is a group photo of some of the projects that are available as downloads in this class. The techniques to complete the folds on these cards is shared within the video. Don't forget you have access to each instructor if you need further assistance. I sure hope you will head on over to Annie's online classes and check this exciting new resource out!
Creatively Yours,
Sharon

Online Class Inspiration!

Project and image ©Annie's

As September 1st is the scheduled launch of Annie's online classes I will be providing a few sneak peeks of some of the projects that can be created using the techniques taught in my Fabulous Paper Folds class (yes, that is now the official title) This creation also involves a tea bag folding technique that can be used on cards, scrapbook pages, canvases, gift packaging and tags.  You could even use the tea bag folded tree as ornaments on a full size tree.  The possibilities are endless!  For more info on the Fabulous Paper Folds class head on over to Annie's online classes.
Creatively Yours,
Sharon

Online classes with Annie's and Sharon!

I have some exciting news to share with you today! Annie'sTM (the same company that produces CardMaker Magazine, publisher of my books about Iris & Tea Bag Folding as well as many other wonderful magazines, books and products) is getting set to launch their online classes! I would like to invite you to sign up today to be one of the first to get email alerts, limited-time discount for a class and to be notified when new classes are available. This sign up for information about the classes is free. There are presently 10 different classes available that cover a variety of crafting techniques and mediums. Guess what (you might have guessed it by the photo above) I am so thrilled to announce that one of those classes is mine! The Fabulous Paper Folds class. Happy dance time! Yes, I have had to keep this info from you for awhile but have just been given the go ahead to invite you to this first stop at Annie'sTM.  Now, please keep in mind the previews are not yet available but you can be first in line to be notified by visiting the site using the Annie'sTM link above.

I hope this now explains somewhat why I haven't been posting quite as regularly as I would like to. Between the online video class, my book, the CardMaker newsletter, other projects and life responsibilities, time has been somewhat limited - but I have enjoyed all of these projects and the video was a great experience! The video crew was comprised of some very talented, professional and wonderful people! Everybody at Annie's has been a true pleasure to work with. My heartfelt thanks to all of the Annie's team! I will share more info about this exciting new resource and my connection in future posts.
Creatively Yours,
Sharon