{October Afternoon and Summer Classes}

The new line for October Afternoon is in the store and ready for purchase. The line is super cute for traveling you may be doing this summer. Perfect to make that mini album for your summer vacation! Come by and check it out!

Man my fingers are tired from entering all of the classes that Cherry Blossom Studios has to offer in July. From crops to cards to pages to photography to albums whew there is something for everyone. Stop by the website and check the details out on each class. We look forward to seeing you over the summer!

{Copic Certification Class offered} please read!

Please read this entire post carefully since we will NOT accept applications that are submitted incorrectly!
Sunday, 08/30/2009hosted by Cherry Blossom Studio, formerly Scrapbook Central 4449 Lyons Rd., Suite J-103 Coconut Creek, FL 33073 http://cherryblossom-studio.com
Cost is $120 per attendee These classes fill up quickly so please read the following directions to make sure your application is accepted.
Classes are OPEN first to:• Store Owners/Employees in the Papercrafting or Fine Art Industry• Teachers who are affiliated with a store• Designers registered with CHA or members of Design Team(s)• Sales Reps for Copic or associated Distributors• Media, Press(limited seats available for people who have already been certified or attending half-day, see below)
Three weeks before the event, REMAINING SEATS will be opened to:• Home Party Representatives (such as Stampin’ Up! or CTMH)• Craft enthusiasts
If you do not fall into one of these categories we will put you on a different mailing list for future Certification sessions.
Applications
Applications will be accepted starting 12am Eastern Time, Friday June 12th. We will not accept early applications! Every Attendee must fill out an Application and contact Kris
Just because you have e-mailed me does NOT mean you are in the class. If you are not on Kris’s list you are not attending. Sales Reps and Media people also need to contact us so we have an accurate head-count. If you are from outside the US please let us know right away.
E-mail or fax your applications please. Download the application here.E-mail- http://us..mc597.mail.yahoo.com/mc/compose?to=orders@copicmarker.com fax- 541-684-0140
Applications are used for adding correct information to the website instructor list. We ask for samples of your work just to get a feel for the type of things you create, be it scrapbook, stamping, altered arts, or fine art. Your application will not be denied if you don’t submit examples.
Notes
If you will be late or are leaving early I cannot make special accommodations. If you would miss more than 1 hr. of the class please do not apply for the full class, since space is limited. We do have some half-day spots for a different fee on a case-by-case basis. Stores who cannot make the whole event need to let me know if they are attending morning only or afternoon only, though you will not get the full packet unless you pay. You will not get a certificate unless you attend the whole day. Please come and go during breaks only.
Class Goals and Outline
The Copic Certification Class encompasses education of the most important aspects of Copic's product lines and includes hands-on education of product knowledge, blending techniques, answers to common problems and how to test and select your inks and papers. We will show you how to demonstrate, teach and sell Copic products. You will receive a complete curriculum filled with reference material, techniques and class instructions, as well as a teacher’s kit of products for demonstration (valued at $85.00 US MSRP) which includes one of each type of product from these lines. You will have an opportunity to use all of these products hands-on as we cover their function and differences between each one.
You will learn about three common mistakes and how to identify, test and use your materials.
You will learn four different blending techniques.
You will learn how to create texture and erase mistakes
You will learn how the markers are labeled - with what I personally like to refer to as The Copic Periodic Table of Colors.
You will learn how to choose colors that work well together from the Copic Color Wheel - which I personally refer to as the Galaxy of Copic Colors.
You will have an opportunity to airbrush with both the ABS-1 and the Air Compressor / ABS-3 setup and understand how each works.
You will have the opportunity to network with other peers in the industry
Certification is geared towards store owners, employees, designers and instructors in the paper crafting industry. Attending class covers all of these topics. But remember, if you are not able to attend a certification class near you, that almost everything that is taught in the class is covered on the Copic Product Specialist's blog, which is currently located at ilikemarkers.blogspot.com. There are a few tidbits that I elaborate on more in the class than what is on the blog, but I know that for people who avidly read the blog and practice what is covered there - then the certification is a lot of repeat. If something is talked about in certification that is not on the blog it's mostly because Marianne hasn't gotten around to writing it up yet. Many of the attendees do not have a chance to follow the blog, so the class is geared as a summary and intro to everything Copic and stamping-related.
While certification is not an art lesson or a place to make samples or projects, it is a chance for learning techniques and seeing up close how it works- the little "a-hah! that's what I was doing wrong..." kind of things so that you can build upon your skills with the information that is presented during class..
If being certified isn't as important to you as having a hands-on class and opportunity to learn about Copic markers or if a certification class is full, you may have the opportunity to attend a consumer class at that same location on the day before. Many locations at which I have booked the certification classes have chosen to have me come in a day in advance to offer 2-hour workshops, such as Copic 101. Perhaps this will suit your purposes instead? Contact the stores listed to see what they may be offering prior to the certification event.
People who take this class will be listed on our website as instructors who have completed training. It is still up to you to practice on your own and take the skills you learn and apply them to your own work.
This is a technique-based class. We will NOT make finished samples. Rather, I suggest that you make a Sample Book with techniques and color combos that you like during the class, or take the small images you work on and turn them into projects later.
A typical class runs:9 am to 10:30 Papers, inks, and product overview (Basic Overview)10 min break10:40 to 12:30 pm Coloring, 4 blending methods, and the colorless blender1 hr lunch break – Lunch is NOT provided1:30 to 2:45 Blender effects, altered media, ink effects, 3pm to 4 Airbrushing, Q & A, signing of certificates
Supplies
You class fee includes an information packet with lots of useful literature and guides. There will also be a paper sampler in your packet. Most of the flyers and information sheets are downloadable off our website, and you can request copies of specific flyers for your future events by sending an e-mail to http://us.mc597.mail.yahoo.com/mc/compose?to=orders@copicmarker.com
Also included is a product packet. This is a sampler for you to use for teaching or demo purposes. Each packet includes:2 Copic Markers2 Sketch Markers1 Wide Marker1 Various ink1 Spica Glitter Pen2 Multiliner SP pens1 Sketch Blender Pen1 Big bottle of blender solution (this will have to go in checked luggage for those flying)
All other supplies are provided, however you may wish to bring the following:• Your own stamps or stamped-off images• Your own papers or inks to try (I bring plenty of my favorite, please test your own)• Embellishments to alter or Airbrush (die-cuts, metal, silk flowers, etc)
We will be using Sketch Markers. If you choose to bring your own markers make sure they are marked so they do not get mixed in with my classroom sets.
What if I have already taken a Certification Class and I want to take it again?I usually have a few spaces for people like you in each class. If you haven't already contacted me about this, then here's the scoop:
1. There will be a small fee. This helps us cover catering and room rental, etc.2. You don't get a new packet unless you want to pay full price. Likewise, no new certificate, sorry.3. Please let me know at the same time I open registration to everyone that you are a REPEAT. That way I don't figure you into my class size limit the same.4. When you come, please help the people around you. Especially with those 4 pesky blending techniques. Those slow down the class the most and having someone else at the table who can help is greatly appreciated.5. Please bring your own markers and have them labeled. It takes me a while to check my classroom marker sets after each class and refill them, which I factor into the class cost.6. If you can't make it to the whole class, then please enter/exit at the breaks so you're not disrupting me (it's too easy to sidetrack me as you know!)
Questions?Please contact Kris about applications and paymentin the US toll free: 866-662-6742, outside the US, 541-684-0013orders@copicmarker.com
Product questions, contact Marianneoffice1@copicmarker.com
Sally Lynn MacDonald inkyheart@earthlink.net http://www.inkyheart.typepad.com/ National Copic Certification Trainer for Imagination International/Copic Marker Certified and/or Endorsed Instructor for: Club Scrap Digital, Copic Marker, Prima, Ranger and Tattered Angels Design Team Member for ClearScraps, Club Scrap Digital, Copic Marker and Tattered Angels Look for me, on HGTV! "That's Clever!" in 2009!

{New Products in the house}

We hope everyone is having a wonderful summer. Kids are out of school and the weather is HOT here in South Florida. The heat is a nice excuse to stay inside and be crafty. Well even though it is summer Cherry Blossom Studio is NOT slowing down.

We are excited to say that we now have the colorful, whimsical JuneBug, as well as the beautiful Lemonade paper lines from Basic Grey. These papers are some of the nicest we have seen. Some are even double sided. The embellishments are adorable and the buttons and brads, well who can ever have enough right? We have paper kits for both collections as well. Here are just a few pictures to tempt your crafty bug. So hop on in for your Basic Grey fix. Don't forget this weekend we will be hosting a 3 day crop. So pack up your gear and make some Layouts using the new Basic Grey line! It is as HOT as our weather so get in soon!

Also better late than never the October Afternoon Road Map Line will be arriving ~keep your fingers crossed~ on Friday the 26th, just in time for the crop!

With all the summer traveling we do wouldn't this make the cutest mini album? After you make something with the paper line be sure to post it in the forum, link us to your blog, or leave a link in the comment section. Cherry Blossom studio would love to see what you are making!

Since this is our first post to the new blog I would like to remind you of some great classes we have coming up this week!

You can call the store to register or just visit the website for additonal class information as well as registration.

Leave us a comment on how you like the new blog. We are tyring something new and would love your feedback! Is there something you would like to see added or something you would like to see disappear? :) We hope to see you soon!

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I know it seems confusing and yes it is a form of multi level marketing. However, the largest difference I have found is the fact that you only have to get 2 people. Most others you have to personally continue to get new people as long s you want to make money. This company is totally different. It allows you to actually help your team achieve goals. If you have you 2 people and you have a friend who joined struggling to get 2 you can help them get someone it will always help you and the points you earn all roll upward. As long as everyone is committed to their $100 monthly purchase of earth friendly green products ie: shampoo, cleaners, toilet paper , Atkins, belly bars and so many more things, we will all be sitting pretty.
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New Products and MORE!

We have received in so many new products from CHA summer: We just received all the embellishments for Basic Grey-Ambrosia, Eva, Offbeat including the all new Milk Chocolate, White Chocaolate and Special Dark Chocolate chipboard alphas. As well as Milk and dark Chocolate in chip albums. A beautiful line from SEI called Windsor is perfect for those Heritage or wedding pages.
Tons and Tons of Fiskars including: Kimberly Poloson, Lil Davis, Heidi Grace, Fiskars and Cloud 9. We are working diligently to get it all put out. This is only a little of the new stuff. Much of the My Minds Eye is selling quickly. I almost forgot most of the new Tim Holtz Ideology products have arrived.
We will try to keep everything updated in the forums as items get put out. No doubt we will forget something.


Michelle

We are back from CHA!

Here are some pics from the show. Enjoy!

Chicago - Day 2

Hey Ladies.....So the 1st day at the show totally ROCKED! Lots of brand spankin' new goodies to choose from. The products this show are amazing - we are seeing alot of new fun stuff that we think you will all love.

Basic Grey has done it once again - there stuff was awesome! Very beautiful colors in typical Basic Grey style.

Maya Road has some seriously gorgeous chipboard albums that we thin you will absolutely love.

Tinkering Ink - all we can say is Super Fun and colorful - the designs are bright and bold and a xacto knifes dream! They also came out with a new product called Beadles....uhmmmmm all we can say is OH WHAT FUN!

Little Yellow Bicycle rocked....The Halloween line is FANTASTIC. The Valentines line - LOVERLY. The Christmas Line - OH JOY!

Bo-Bunny - Simply STUNNING!

Fancy Pants - Daily Grind, Happy Holidays & All Fall, and new Glitter Cuts....as usual GORGEOUS!

So needless to say we think you guys will LOVE all the new stuff. We will be taking some more pics....we had three cameras and managed to burn out the batteries on all three and fill the cards!

Check back for new pics. Here are a few pics from dinner Friday night at Gibsons and then we went backto opur hotel and hung out at the bar for a little while a chatted with Tim Holtz and few others from the show. Enjoy you day and we will be back with more pics from the show!