Virtual Inking

Welcome to Virtual Inking!

Hi there!

I hope you enjoy visiting my site. Please feel free to email me or call me with any questions. My calendar is on the left hand side, but you can click here to view it as well.  

WHEN you sign up for a class, PLEASE use the RSVP link on my website and NOT the Paypal link.  I will email to confirm both that you are a Groupon customer and your spot in the class.  

Make sure that you RSVP 10 days before the event or you will not get into the class.  I have to make sure I have enough supplies for everyone.

If you'd like to have private class with 5 or more of your friends, I am happy to accomodate you.  You will be free to choose the date and the class.  You will need to call or email me to schedule.

If you are current customer, TAKE ADVANTAGE of this fun deal!

Please note:  If you buy a Groupon, you will be eligible for a ONE TIME 20% off product order.  All orders must be emailed or called in to me.  DO NOT order from my website.  This cannot be combined with any other promotion or discount including Sale-a-bration or hostess products.  You will be responsible for tax and shipping and handling on the full amount.  You will need to pay with your Credit Card or with PayPal before I place your order.  

Here are some of the class offerings I am making.  I have classes scheduled through June for those of you who buy a Groupon, but I don't have everything made yet to show you.  I will be updating with pictures soon.

Sign up for my newsletter (top left!) and get lots of project ideas with pictures and instructions as well as notice of my other offerings and promotions!

Sweet Centers Card Treats

January 18th 9-11:30 am or January 19th 6:30-9:pm

In this class you will make:

• 3 cards with treat cups (child, masculine, feminine)
• 1 matchbook style treat holder

Easy Events Stamp-a-Stack

February 8th 9-11:30 am or February 9th 6-30:-9 pm

In this class you will make:

8 all-occasion cards

(The stamps may vary) 

 

 

Mocha Monogram Purse Set

March 7th 9-11:30am or March 8th 6:30-9pm

In this class, you will make:

• Purse box
• 3 coordinating cards

 

Build-a-Card Kit

April 4th 9-11:30am or April 5th 6:30-9pm

• 4 Cards
• 6 Coordinating Greeting Tags
• 6 Coordinating Card Candy Accents 
• 1 Coordinating Card File Purse

(The paper and colors may vary)

 

 

 

Can’t wait to stamp with you! Linda:)

Accordion Album Class!

Always Accordion Album Set

Stamping Class

Have you created a treasure lately? Imagine the joy a custom mini accordion album could bring when you fill it with treasured memories and display it in your home. How thrilled would your mother, mother-in-law, and grandmothers be to receive a gift like this on Mother’s Day? This album is the perfect bite sized project that you’ll enjoy creating and others will adore receiving.

What if creating this treasure was simple and affordable? Guess what - it is! Come create this set and you’ll have a beautiful gift to give to someone special – even yourself! RSVP today as spaces will fill up quickly!

When: July 2 or July 7th, 6:30-9pm

What: In this class, you will make:
  •   Always Card
  •   Always Box
  •   Always Accordion Album

Cost: $30 ($5 off for newsletter subscribers)

Kit: $25 plus S&H, if applicable.

Bring a friend and get $5 off when you both sign up!

 

Need Birthday Cards?

How many birthday parties do you or your children attend? Imagine having cards, notes, and tags ready at a moment’s notice.  How does that feel? Join me and you’ll be prepared instead of panicked at the last minute!

You’ll score bonus points (and maybe extra cake) when you give these essential sets to your friends so they can be prepared at a moment’s notice, too. The playful colors and whimsical cupcake designs make this a set that will bring joy to the little ones, teens, and the young at heart

When: June 6th 6:30-9 or June 11th 2-4pm

What: In this class you will make:  

 •   2 Cards
 •   4 Mini Notes
 •   4 Tags
 •   Birthday Calendar
 •   Desk Organizer Box 

Cost: $30  RSVP with payment by May 28th (newsletter subscribers get $5 off)

 

Happy Stampin'!

Linda:)

Only THREE Spots Left

Want make these beautiful cards and the pretty box that goes with them?  You better hurry up and sign up them.  Once the spots are gone, your chance to do any spotlighting will go with them (unless you buy the tutorial!).  

Hurry and click on the paypal link!  (If you are a newsletter subscriber then make sure you click on the link I sent you to get your discount!)  

The absolute LAST day to register is Thursday, February 24th!

Spotlight on Style

Let me show you how to get the most out of your stamping investment. In this class, we will create four unique all-occasion cards using one all purpose greeting stamp set, an artistic stamp set, some ribbon and a few techniques. From wonderful to ‘WOW’ using a few essential supplies. You will make 4 fabulous cards and a card box!

When: Saturday, February 26th 2-4pm

Cost: $30

Hope to see you there!

Happy Stampin'!

Linda:)

Wall Art Anyone?

I have a new class for you!  Some of you have been telling me that you like the collages that pop up from time to time so I have a series of classes just for you!  Right now we have 8 different collage themes for you and the first one will be a Valentine's Day Collage.  What's fun is that you can replace any of the squares with pictures of loved ones.

Cost: $25 includes your frame with your first collage. ($5 off for newsletter subscribers!) You can also purchase this pre-made for $30.  I'm happy to ship it to you as well.

When:  January 18, 7-8:30 pm or February 2nd 10 am-11:30 am

Options:  Can be made for you and mailed or picked up.  See pricing options below.

Collage Options

Class $25.00 Made for you and pick up $30.00 Made for you and mailed $35.00

Happy Stampin'!

Linda:)

Are YOU Bursting with Love?

Hopefully, you are!  I am!  I'm bursting with love for this VERY fun class I'm offering in January.  Yes, I need you to get this on your calendars NOW because once I get 6 people, that's it.  No more!  Zip, zilch. You missed out!  You don't want to do that right?  No, of course not!

Join me and learn four unique pop-up techniques that you can use on projects of all kinds. Make cards for Valentine’s Day or simply to say you care anytime of the year. The cards and pop-up techniques range from simple to sublime - giving you choices of the perfect pop-up for everyone on your list. Cards are designed with kids, guys, and friends in mind. Create these special cards and pop-up treat box for a school class, co-workers, family, friends, and your sweetheart - let your love burst out joyfully! Contact me today to join the fun!

 

Bursting with Love Pop-up Cards & Box Class

When: January 10th 6:30-9 pm and 29th 9:30 am-12:00 pm

Cost: $30  ($25 for newsletter subscribers)

 

Silk Scarf Class

Want to make these beautiful scarves? Come to my class either December 8th or December 18th and make 2 scarves. I have room for 7 people at each class.  The cost is $30 but you can receive a discount if you buy French Foliage (W 120845 $19.95 or C 121166 $14.95) or 2 Uninked Craft Stampin’ Pad® (122265) and 2 ink refills from me. 

December 8th 10am-12pm

December 18th 1-3pm

Hope to see you there!

Linda:)

Tags til Christmas

Hey ALL!  I just updated my classes and they go through April!  You can go to the sidebar and click on classes.  I know the entries will look wonky but I can't figure out why the html editor keeps making it look that way.  For now, at least you can have the information and I will work on trying to figure out how to fix it.  If you are on my newsletter list then look for a coupon for this class next Wednesday!  Hope to see you there!

Christmas Cards

You have your holiday cards ready, right?  No?  No worries! Join me for this great  card class and you’ll have a jump on your holidays!

These festive cards feature the versatile Tags til Christmas stamp set and coordinating punches along with fabulous fast accents like the self-adhesive Rhinestone Jewels, 1/2" Seam Binding and Waffle Paper!

Imagine the joy your friends and family will feel when they open your holiday cards this year. Join me; you will be glad you did!

When: November 4th 7-9 pm or December 4th 2 pm-4 pm

Cost: $30

Where: My Briargate Home

Bring:  Favorite Adhesive and scissors.  

**If you want me to order either so that you know you have the right kind add $8.50 for the adhesive or 11.76 for our WONDERFUL Paper Snips!

(The brown striped bag will be replaced with another bag)

 Buy Tags til Christmas Stamp Set (120847 W) (121169 C) from me before the class and take $5 off your next class.

Must RSVP with payment by October 28^th.

Want to do this in the comfort of your own home? Add $5.95 S&H. I will email full color instructions to your home when you pay and send the kit as soon as I have assembled all the consumable supplies.  Allow 2-3 weeks for delivery.

Happy Stampin'!

Linda:)

By the way, I only have room for 10 people so you better sign up sooner rather than later.

Want to Play in the Water?

 
I will teach you 6 ways to watercolor in this very fun class I'm having August 21st from 2-4 pm in my Colorado Springs home. You will be able to use these techniques later in all your paper crafting and scrapbooking.  How fun is that?

Cost:$40 (includes Aquapainters, 4 cards and a box) (MUST pay by August 14th)

Bring: Your own adhesive and paper snips (email me if you need to order some)

You may buy the kit to do at home or come to class August 21st.

In order to come to the class must pay by August 14th

If you want the kit, you may purchase anytime.  You will receive detailed instructions with pictures, the consumables and the Aquapainters.  Does not include ink or stamp set.  You may choose to purchase those separately. Shipping costs will be added to long-distance customers.

If you would like just the tutorial, you may purchase it for $9.95.

Purchase $50 of the non-consumables in my online store and you will get your name on my 50/50 board for a chance to win a $50 Stampin' Up! gift certificate from me!

Hope to play in the water with you!

Linda:)

New Class in Colorado Springs!

I'm so excited to bring you a new class. It highlights a popular stamp set from the Occasions Mini Catalog; the Vintage Vogue stamp set and coordinating wheel. Oh, I can't WAIT to show you so many fun techniques! If you live in the Colorado Springs area, then you're sure to want to come! This is a great class for beginner and advanced stampers alike.

Products Used:

Stamps
•	Vintage Vogue stamp set **NEW**
•	Very Vintage Jumbo Stampin’ Around Wheel **NEW**

Paper
•	Perfect Plum card stock
•	Mellow Moss card stock
•	So Saffron card stock 
•	Chocolate Chip card stock
•	Very Vanilla card stock


Ink
•	Classic Ink Pad – Chocolate Chip
•	Classic Ink Pad – Mello Moss
•	Classic Ink Pad – Elegant Eggplant
•	Classic Ink Pad – So Saffron
•	Stampin’ Write Marker – Chocolate Chip

Accessories
•	Taffeta Ribbon – Kraft
•	Taffeta Ribbon – Chocolate Chip
•	Cutter Kit
•	Rhinestone Brads - Clear
•	Medium Envelopes – Very Vanilla
•	Color Spritzer tool
•	Velcro™ Dot w/ sticky backing
•	Crop-a-Dile or Paper-Piercing Tool
•	Stamping Sponges
•	Sticky Strip
•	Mini Glue Dots
•	Stampin’ Dimensionals
•	Paper Snips
•	SNAIL
•	Paper Trimmer w/ scoring blade
•	Bone Folder (optional)

Click here to reserve your seat or see the details of this upcoming class.

March 9, 7-9 pm

Cost $22.50 

Limited seating available.

Or, pay here now.  

Email me if you'd like the TO GO version.  Your kit will contain ALL consumables except adhesive and can be sent to your home or picked up here in the Briargate area of Colorado Springs.

Hope to see you there!

Linda:)