Category: Covington Parks and Recreation

Summer – Here We Come!

Emily’s Bites of Fun: “I found that I could say things with color and shapes that I couldn’t say any other way – things I had no words for.” Georgia O’Keefe

Ready for some spring and summer fun time? Check out a class from below. See you there!

Below are details for upcoming classes and the registration process. If you would like to see a class offered that is not listed here, please email me and we can work on getting a class scheduled (emily@emilyspapercrafts.com).

Emily’s Papercrafts Class Loyalty Program. Some of the classes offered below (all “Evening Out” classes) qualify for a loyalty program. You take 4 classes at full price, get the 5th class half-off, or for $15 off.

MAPLE VALLEY FARMER’S MARKET:

June 15th and July 27th I will be at the Maple Valley Farmer’s Market.  For more info about the market click HERE.  Stop by and say hello!

MAPLE VALLEY EVENING-OUT CLASSES:

Let’s Go Big: 11×14 Wall Hanging June 18 6-9pm at Vintage Vino and Espresso (next to Fred Meyer) in Maple Valley. Come learn how to create a paper masterpiece and enjoy some wine at the same time! You’ll go home with a ready to hang 11×14 matted and framed stunning wall hanging. Cost is $89 (wine not included). Reserve your seat here.

Monogram Quilling Wall Hanging July 22 6-9pm at Vintage Vino and Espresso (next to Fred Meyer) in Maple Valley. Come learn a new style of quilling using loops and open space while crafting your own alphabet letter. You’ll go home with a framed wall hanging ready for your wall or a friend’s. Cost is $38 (wine not included). Reserve your seat here. 

BEN FRANKLIN in BONNEY LAKE CLASSES:

Tatting Lace 101 June 3 5:30-7:30pm. We’ll spend the evneing learning how to tat lace using a single shuttle. You’ll make a handful of unique greeting cards perfect for spring! Please register through the store at (253) 862-6822 and to obtain a list of supplies you need to bring. Cost is $30.

Quilling with Distress Inks July 8 6-7:30pm. In this class we’ll explore ways of incorporating distress inks with quilling techniques to create several greeting cards. Please register through the store at (253) 862-6822 and to obtain a list of supplies you need to bring. Cost is $20.

COVINGTON CLASSES:

Summer Camp is forming! Registration is required and is available at http://www.covingtonwa.gov/parks/ .More information and details are available in the Parks and Recreation Guide.

IMPRESS CARDS AND CRAFTS CLASSES:

I’m Puzzled! June 21 5-7pm at Impress Cards and Crafts in Tukwila (120 Andover Park E). Love puzzles?? Combine your love of puzzles with greeting cards with these unusual greeting cards. This class will be much better with some friends! Chocolate provided! Please bring double-sided tape. Cost is $35. To register, please call the store at (206) 901-9101.

LIBRARY CLASSES

Please check with individual libraries if the program requires registration and age requirements.

Quilling Greeting Cards and Magnets at the Tillicum Library June 10 12:30-1:30pm.

Star Origami at the Maple Valley Library June 22 10am-12pm (drop-in format).

Summer Library Programs: (Remember all summer programs may require registration and have specific ages limitations, please check with the individual library branch hosting the program.)

Star Wars Origami: 

July 9 at Bonney Lake 2:30-4pm

July  11 at Gig Harbor 2-3:30pm

July 14 at Kirkland 1-2:30pm

July 24 at Des Moines 1-2:30pm

July  29 at University Place 5-6:30pm

July 30 at Woodinville 7-8:30pm

July 31 at Steilacoom 2-3:30pm

Aug. 3 at DuPont 3-4:30pm

Aug. 6 at Orting 6-7:30pm

Aug. 7 at University Place 3:30-5pm

Aug. 8 at Carnation 6:30-8pm

Aug. 13 at Mercer Island 1-2:30pm

Stellar Greeting Cards:

June 19 at Sumner Library 6:30-8pm

July 9 at Milton 6-7:30pm

July 16 at Key Center 3-4:30pm

July 23 at South Hill 7-8:30pm

Aug. 10 at Gig Harbor 10:30-12pm

Other Summer Programs:

July 10 at Seattle Library (off-site) Toy Box Origami 1:30-2:30pm

July 13 at Enumclaw Library Yoda Origami (kids) 11-12pm

July 24 at Kent Library Origami Flowers 3:30-5pm

Aug. 4 at Greenwood Library Toy Box Origami 2-3pm

Aug. 5 at Broadview Library Quilling Bug Windows 3:30-5pm

Join me tonight at gravity coffee! 

Emily’s Small Bites of Fun: “The world of reality has its limits; the world of imagination is boundless.” Jean-Jacques Rousseau 

MAPLE VALLEY EVENING-OUT CLASSES:

Postage Puzzle Greeting Cards May 16 6-8:30pm at Gravity Coffee (next to Walgreens) in Maple Valley. Come for a fun evening of assembling a puzzle and then turning it into unique greeting cards. Bring along a friend or two for some extra laughter! Cost $15/person. Reserve your seat here. 

Let’s Go Big: 11×14 Wall Hanging June 18 6-9pm at Vintage Vino and Espresso (next to Fred Meyer) in Maple Valley. Come learn how to create a paper masterpiece and enjoy some wine at the same time! You’ll go home with a ready to hang 11×14 matted and framed stunning wall hanging. Cost is $89 (wine not included). Reserve your seat here.

Monogram Quilling Wall Hanging July 22 6-9pm at Vintage Vino and Espresso (next to Fred Meyer) in Maple Valley. Come learn a new style of quilling using loops and open space while crafting your own alphabet letter. You’ll go home with a framed wall hanging ready for your wall or a friend’s. Cost is $38 (wine not included). Reserve your seat here. 

BEN FRANKLIN in BONNEY LAKE CLASSES:

Tatting Lace 101: June 3, 5:30-7:30pm. We’ll spend the evneing learning how to tat lace using a single shuttle. You’ll make a handful of unique greeting cards perfect for spring! Please register through the store at (253) 862-6822 and to obtain a list of supplies you need to bring. Cost is $30.

Quilling with Distress Inks: July 8, 6-7:30pm. In this class we’ll explore ways of incorporating distress inks with quilling techniques to create several greeting cards. Please register through the store at (253) 862-6822 and to obtain a list of supplies you need to bring. Cost is $20.

COVINGTON CLASSES:

Summer Camp is forming! Registration is required and is available at http://www.covingtonwa.gov/parks/ .More information and details are available in the Parks and Recreation Guide.

IMPRESS CARDS AND CRAFTS CLASSES:

I’m Puzzled! June 21, 5-7pm at Impress Cards and Crafts in Tukwila (120 Andover Park E). Love puzzles?? Combine your love of puzzles with greeting cards with these unusual greeting cards. This class will be much better with some friends! Chocolate provided! Please bring double-sided tape. Cost is $35. To register, please call the store at (206) 901-9101.

LIBRARY CLASSES

Please check with individual libraries if the program requires registration and age requirements.

Quilling Greeting Cards and Magnets at the Tillicum Library June 10 12:30-1:30pm.

Star Origami at the Maple Valley Library June 22 10am-12pm (drop-in format).

Summer Library Programs: (Remember all summer programs may require registration and have specific ages limitations, please check with the individual library branch hosting the program.)

Star Wars Origami: 

July 9 at Bonney Lake 2:30-4pm

July  11 at Gig Harbor 2-3:30pm

July 14 at Kirkland 1-2:30pm

July 24 at Des Moines 1-2:30pm

July  29 at University Place 5-6:30pm

July 30 at Woodinville 7-8:30pm

July 31 at Steilacoom 2-3:30pm

Aug. 3 at DuPont 3-4:30pm

Aug. 6 at Orting 6-7:30pm

Aug. 7 at University Place 3:30-5pm

Aug. 8 at Carnation 6:30-8pm

Aug. 13 at Mercer Island 1-2:30pm

Stellar Greeting Cards:

June 19 at Sumner Library 6:30-8pm

July 9 at Milton 6-7:30pm

July 16 at Key Center 3-4:30pm

July 23 at South Hill 7-8:30pm

Aug. 10 at Gig Harbor 10:30-12pm

Other Summer Programs:

July 10 at Seattle Library (off-site) Toy Box Origami 1:30-2:30pm

July 13 at Enumclaw Library Yoda Origami (kids) 11-12pm

July 24 at Kent Library Origami Flowers 3:30-5pm

Aug. 4 at Greenwood Library Toy Box Origami 2-3pm

Aug. 5 at Broadview Library Quilling Bug Windows 3:30-5pm

Aug. 8 at International District/Chinatown Library Quilling Bug Windows 2:30-4pm

Aug. 12 at Black Diamond Library Star Origami 2-3:30pm

More Library Classes will be posted as they are booked by YOUR librarians.

New MV Evening-Out Classes, Farmer’s Markets and more!

Emily’s Small Bites of Fun: My first Farmer’s Market will be in Maple Valley at Rock Creek Elementary on Saturday, June 15th from 9-2.  Hope to see you there! Also, check out all my new classes and let’s get busy papercrafting!

MAPLE VALLEY EVENING-OUT CLASSES:

Postage Puzzle Greeting Cards May 16 6-8:30pm at Gravity Coffee (next to Walgreens) in Maple Valley. Come for a fun evening of assembling a puzzle !and then turning it into unique greeting cards. Bring along a friend or two for some extra laughter! Cost $15/person. Reserve your seat here. 

Let’s Go Big: 11×14 Wall Hanging June 18 6-9pm at Vintage Vino and Espresso (next to Fred Meyer) in Maple Valley. Come learn how to create a paper masterpiece and enjoy some wine at the same time! You’ll go home with a ready to hang 11×14 matted and framed stunning wall hanging. Cost is $89 (wine not included). Reserve your seat here.

Monogram Quilling Wall Hanging July 22 6-9pm at Vintage Vino and Espresso (next to Fred Meyer) in Maple Valley. Come learn a new style of quilling using loops and open space while crafting your own alphabet letter. You’ll go home with a framed wall hanging ready for your wall or a friend’s. Cost is $38 (wine not included). Reserve your seat here. 

BEN FRANKLIN in BONNEY LAKE CLASSES:

Quilling 101: Greeting Cards May 6 6-7:30pm. We’ll spend the evening learning the basic shapes and techniques necessary for making easy quilling designs. Please register through the store at (253) 862-6822 and to obtain a list of supplies you need to bring. Cost is $20.

Tatting Lace 101 June 3 5:30-7:30pm. We’ll spend the evneing learning how to tat lace using a single shuttle. You’ll make a handful of unique greeting cards perfect for spring! Please register through the store at (253) 862-6822 and to obtain a list of supplies you need to bring. Cost is $30.

Quilling with Distress Inks July 8 6-7:30pm. In this class we’ll explore ways of incorporating distress inks with quilling techniques to create several greeting cards. Please register through the store at (253) 862-6822 and to obtain a list of supplies you need to bring. Cost is $20.

COVINGTON CLASSES:

Summer Camp is forming! Registration is required and is available at http://www.covingtonwa.gov/parks/ .More information and details are available in the Parks and Recreation Guide.

IMPRESS CARDS AND CRAFTS CLASSES:

I’m Puzzled! June 21 5-7pm at Impress Cards and Crafts in Tukwila (120 Andover Park E). Love puzzles?? Combine your love of puzzles with greeting cards with these unusual greeting cards. This class will be much better with some friends! Chocolate provided! Please bring double-sided tape. Cost is $35. To register, please call the store at (206) 901-9101.

LIBRARY CLASSES

Please check with individual libraries if the program requires registration and age requirements.

Quilling Greeting Cards and Magnets at the Tillicum Library June 10 12:30-1:30pm.

Star Origami at the Maple Valley Library June 22 10am-12pm (drop-in format).

Summer Library Programs: (Remember all summer programs may require registration and have specific ages limitations, please check with the individual library branch hosting the program.)

Star Wars Origami: 

July 9 at Bonney Lake 2:30-4pm

July  11 at Gig Harbor 2-3:30pm

July 14 at Kirkland 1-2:30pm

July 24 at Des Moines 1-2:30pm

July  29 at University Place 5-6:30pm

July 30 at Woodinville 7-8:30pm

July 31 at Steilacoom 2-3:30pm

Aug. 3 at DuPont 3-4:30pm

Aug. 6 at Orting 6-7:30pm

Aug. 7 at University Place 3:30-5pm

Aug. 8 at Carnation 6:30-8pm

Aug. 13 at Mercer Island 1-2:30pm

Stellar Greeting Cards:

June 19 at Sumner Library 6:30-8pm

July 9 at Milton 6-7:30pm

July 16 at Key Center 3-4:30pm

July 23 at South Hill 7-8:30pm

Aug. 10 at Gig Harbor 10:30-12pm

Other Summer Programs:

July 10 at Seattle Library (off-site) Toy Box Origami 1:30-2:30pm

July 13 at Enumclaw Library Yoda Origami (kids) 11-12pm

July 24 at Kent Library Origami Flowers 3:30-5pm

Aug. 4 at Greenwood Library Toy Box Origami 2-3pm

Aug. 5 at Broadview Library Quilling Bug Windows 3:30-5pm

Aug. 8 at International District/Chinatown Library Quilling Bug Windows 2:30-4pm

Aug. 12 at Black Diamond Library Star Origami 2-3:30pm

 

More Library Classes will be posted as they are booked by YOUR librarians.

It’s Almost Easter!

Here is a link to “Red Tricycle” for 30 Easter Egg Hunts and events.  See all the “hoppin” events HERE.

Also, check out all my new classes below!

Emily’s Bites of Fun:

Fascination with Life: “Inspiration is everywhere: dreams, a glimpse of a stranger’s face, memories.  And. it’s all driven by fascination with what makes us tick – the conflict of goodness and weakness that’s in every one of us.  The human condition.  That’s my wellspring.” Mary McGarry Morris, American Author

Ready for some spring fun time? Check out a class from below. See you there!

Below are details for upcoming classes and the registration process. If you would like to see a class offered that is not listed here, please email me and we can work on getting a class scheduled (emily@emilyspapercrafts.com).

Emily’s Papercrafts Class Loyalty Program. Some of the classes offered below (all “Evening Out” classes) qualify for a loyalty program. You take 4 classes at full price, get the 5th class half-off, or for $15 off.

MAPLE VALLEY EVENING-OUT CLASSES:

New schedule coming soon!

BEN FRANKLIN in BONNEY LAKE CLASSES:

Quilling 101: Greeting Cards May 6 6-7:30pm. We’ll spend the evening learning the basic shapes and techniques necessary for making easy quilling designs. Please register through the store at (253) 862-6822 and to obtain a list of supplies you need to bring. Cost is $20.

Tatting Lace 101 June 3 5:30-7:30pm. We’ll spend the evneing learning how to tat lace using a single shuttle. You’ll make a handful of unique greeting cards perfect for spring! Please register through the store at (253) 862-6822 and to obtain a list of supplies you need to bring. Cost is $30.

Quilling with Distress Inks July 8 6-7:30pm. In this class we’ll explore ways of incorporating distress inks with quilling techniques to create several greeting cards. Please register through the store at (253) 862-6822 and to obtain a list of supplies you need to bring. Cost is $20.

COVINGTON CLASSES:

Summer Camp is forming! Registration is required and is available at http://www.covingtonwa.gov/parks/ .More information and details are available in the Parks and Recreation Guide.

IMPRESS CARDS AND CRAFTS CLASSES:

Monogram Quilling April 28 3-5pm at Impress Cards and Crafts in Tukwila (120 Andover Park E). In this class, we’ll learn some new quilling techniques to create a personalized elegant wall hanging of your own creation using a capital alphabet letter. Please bring tweezers. Cost is $45. To register, please call the store at (206) 901-9101.

Iris Folded Greeting Cards May 4 4:30-6:30pm at Impress Cards and Crafts in Tukwila (120 Andover Park E). Get your numbers on! We’ll spend our time counting and creating several adorably easy greeting cards using folded strips of paper. Please bring detail scissors. Cost is $35. To register, please call the store at (206) 901-9101.

I’m Puzzled! June 21 5-7pm at Impress Cards and Crafts in Tukwila (120 Andover Park E). Love puzzles?? Combine your love of puzzles with greeting cards with these unusual greeting cards. This class will be much better with some friends! Chocolate provided! Please bring double-sided tape. Cost is $35. To register, please call the store at (206) 901-9101.

LIBRARY CLASSES

Please check with individual libraries if the program requires registration and age requirements.

Origami Cranes and Haikus at the Key Center Library April 13 11:3-12:30pm.

Quilling Greeting Cards and Magnets at the Parkland Library April 18 6:30-8pm.

Children’s Origami Toy Box at the Bellevue Library April 20 3:30-4:30pm.

Star Wars Origami at the Bellevue Library May 4 11-12:30pm

Star Wars Origami at the Fairwood Library May 4 2-3:30pm.

Quilling Greeting Cards and Magnets at the Tillicum Library June 10 12:30-1:30pm.

Star Origami at the Maple Valley Library June 22 10am-12pm (drop-in format).

Summer Library Programs: (Remember all summer programs may require registration and have specific ages limitations, please check with the individual library branch hosting the program.)

Star Wars Origami: 

July 9 at Bonney Lake 2:30-4pm

July  11 at Gig Harbor 2-3:30pm

July 14 at Kirkland 1-2:30pm

July 24 at Des Moines 1-2:30pm

July  29 at University Place 5-6:30pm

July 30 at Woodinville 7-8:30pm

July 31 at Steilacoom 2-3:30pm

Aug. 3 at DuPont 3-4:30pm

Aug. 6 at Orting 6-7:30pm

Aug. 7 at University Place 3:30-5pm

Aug. 8 at Carnation 6:30-8pm

Aug. 13 at Mercer Island 1-2:30pm

Stellar Greeting Cards:

June 19 at Sumner Library 6:30-8pm

July 9 at Milton 6-7:30pm

July 16 at Key Center 3-4:30pm

July 23 at South Hill 7-8:30pm

Aug. 10 at Gig Harbor 10:30-12pm

Other Summer Programs:

July 10 at Seattle Library (off-site) Toy Box Origami 1:30-2:30pm

July 13 at Enumclaw Library Yoda Origami (kids) 11-12pm

July 24 at Kent Library Origami Flowers 3:30-5pm

Aug. 4 at Greenwood Library Toy Box Origami 2-3pm

Aug. 5 at Broadview Library Quilling Bug Windows 3:30-5pm

Aug. 8 at International District/Chinatown Library Quilling Bug Windows 2:30-4pm

Aug. 12 at Black Diamond Library Star Origami 2-3:30pm

More Library Classes will be posted as they are booked by YOUR librarians.

It’s spring!

Small Bites of Fun From Emily~

Leaf Printing:

Gather some eye-catching leaves on your next trip outdoors, whether it’s to walk the dog or hike a mountain.  Leaf printing is a craft technique that transfers leaves’ natural color to fabric or paper.

Arrange the leaves over the fabric or paper in the desired pattern. Place a sheet of tracing paper over the leaves, then hammer the entire surface to release the natural dyes in the leaves.

Enjoy this technique on your greeting cards and fabric.  Also, don’t forget to press those pretty flowers that will start coming out soon!

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Emily’s Papercrafts Class Loyalty Program. Some of the classes offered below (all “Evening Out” classes) qualify for a loyalty program. You take 4 classes at full price, get the 5th class half-off, or for $15.

MAPLE VALLEY EVENING-OUT CLASSES:

Iris Folding Greeting Cards April 8 6-8:30pm at Gravity Coffee in Maple Valley (across from Walgreens and next to Mod Pizza). You’ll learn how to create stunning yet simple iris folded (paper!!) designs into unique greeting cards. Cost is $35 which covers all supplies and a 12oz drink. This class qualifies for Emily’s Papercrafts Class Loyalty Program. Reserve your seat here.

COVINGTON CLASSES:

Summer Camp is forming! Registration is required and is available at http://www.covingtonwa.gov/parks/ . More information and details are available in the Parks and Recreation Guide.

LIBRARY CLASSES

Please check with individual libraries if the program requires registration and age requirements.

Girls in Business at the Maple Valley Library April 6 1-2:30pm.

Origami Cranes and Haikus at the Key Center Library April 13 11:3-12:30pm.

Quilling Greeting Cards and Magnets at the Parkland Library April 18 6:30-8pm.

Children’s Origami Toy Box at the Bellevue Library April 20 3:30-4:30pm.

Star Wars Origami at the Bellevue Library May 4 11-12:30pm

Star Wars Origami at the Fairwood Library May 4 2-3:30pm.

More Library Classes will be posted as they are booked by YOUR librarians.

is it spring yet?  21 more days!

Small Bites of Fun From Emily~

“Spring  is coming, spring is coming. Birdies built your nests!
Weave together straw and feather, doing each your best.
Spring is coming, spring is coming.
Flowers are coming too.
Snowdrops, lillies, daffodils,  now are coming through!” Edith Segal

CLASSES

Below are details for upcoming classes and the registration process. If you would like to see a class offered that is not listed here, please email me and we can work on getting a class scheduled (emily@emilyspapercrafts.com).

Emily’s Papercrafts Class Loyalty Program. Some of the classes offered below (all “Evening Out” classes) qualify for a loyalty program. You take 4 classes at full price, get the 5th class half-off, or for $15.

MAPLE VALLEY EVENING-OUT CLASSES:

Watercolor and Quilling Mix Greeting Cards March 11 6-8:30pm at Gravity Coffee in Maple Valley (across from Walgreens and next to Mod Pizza). In this class you’ll learn how to use new distress ink watercoloring to create a greeting card background and then how to quill coordinating designs. You’ll go home with a watercolor brush to keep on painting! Cost is $35 which covers all supplies and a 12oz drink. This class qualifies for Emily’s Papercrafts Class Loyalty Program. Reserve your seat here.

Iris Folding Greeting Cards April 8 6-8:30pm at Gravity Coffee in Maple Valley (across from Walgreens and next to Mod Pizza). You’ll learn how to create stunning yet simple iris folded (paper!!) designs into unique greeting cards. Cost is $35 which covers all supplies and a 12oz drink. This class qualifies for Emily’s Papercrafts Class Loyalty Program. Reserve your seat here.

BEN FRANKLIN in BONNEY LAKE CLASSES:

Tatting Lace Greeting Cards March 16 10-12:30pm. We’ll spend the morning learning how to tat lace using a single shuttle. You’ll make a handful of unique greeting cards perfect for spring! Please register through the store at (253) 862-6822 and to obtain a list of supplies you need to bring. Cost is $20.

COVINGTON CLASSES:

IMPRESS CARDS AND CRAFTS CLASSES:

Hints of Spring March 9 10:30-12:30pm at Impress Cards and Crafts in Tukwila (120 Andover Park E). In this class, we’ll bring a single stamp to life with distress ink and “Stella” and quilling techniques. You’ll make a variety of whimsical cards perfect for any occasion. You’ll go home with a stack of greeting cards, a new stamp, a wink of Stella brush and instructions for making more cards on your own. Please bring double sided tape, detail scissors, your favorite greeting stamps, optional: tweezers. Cost $45. To register, please call the store at (206) 901-9101.

Hints of Spring March 23 10:30-12:30pm at Impress Cards and Crafts in University Village. In this class, we’ll bring a single stamp to life with distress ink and “Stella” and quilling techniques. You’ll make a variety of whimsical cards perfect for any occasion. You’ll go home with a stack of greeting cards, a new stamp, a wink of Stella brush and instructions for making more cards on your own. Please bring double sided tape, detail scissors, your favorite greeting stamps, optional: tweezers. Cost $45. To register, please call the store at (206) 526-5818.

AFTER SCHOOL CLASSES

After School Origami Classes: this class is designed for children ages 5-13. Each program is held at Jenkins Creek Elementary School in the Multipurpose Room. Registration is required and is available at http://www.covingtonwa.gov/parks/ . More information and details are available in the Parks and Recreation Guide. Cost for each program is $11.

LIBRARY CLASSES

Please check with individual libraries if the program requires registration and age requirements.

More Library Classes will be posted as they are booked by YOUR librarians.

Classes cancelled this weekend due to the snow. Be safe out there!

Ready for some winter down time? Check out a class from below. See you there!

Below are details for upcoming classes and the registration process. If you would like to see a class offered that is not listed here, please email me and we can work on getting a class scheduled (emily@emilyspapercrafts.com).

Emily’s Papercrafts Class Loyalty Program. Some of the classes offered below (all “Evening Out” classes) qualify for a loyalty program. You take 4 classes at full price, get the 5th class half-off, or for $15.

MAPLE VALLEY EVENING-OUT CLASSES:

Watercolor and Quilling Mix Greeting Cards March 11 6-8:30pm at Gravity Coffee in Maple Valley (across from Walgreens and next to Mod Pizza). In this class you’ll learn how to use new distress ink watercoloring to create a greeting card background and then how to quill coordinating designs. You’ll go home with a watercolor brush to keep on painting! Cost is $35 which covers all supplies and a 12oz drink. This class qualifies for Emily’s Papercrafts Class Loyalty Program. Reserve your seat here.

Iris Folding Greeting Cards April 8 6-8:30pm at Gravity Coffee in Maple Valley (across from Walgreens and next to Mod Pizza). You’ll learn how to create stunning yet simple iris folded (paper!!) designs into unique greeting cards. Cost is $35 which covers all supplies and a 12oz drink. This class qualifies for Emily’s Papercrafts Class Loyalty Program. Reserve your seat here.

BEN FRANKLIN in BONNEY LAKE CLASSES:

Tatting Lace Greeting Cards March 16 10-12:30pm. We’ll spend the morning learning how to tat lace using a single shuttle. You’ll make a handful of unique greeting cards perfect for spring! Please register through the store at (253) 862-6822 and to obtain a list of supplies you need to bring. Cost is $20.

COVINGTON CLASSES:

After School Origami Classes: this class is designed for children ages 5-13. Each program is held at Jenkins Creek Elementary School in the Multipurpose Room. Registration is required and is available at http://www.covingtonwa.gov/parks/ . More information and details are available in the Parks and Recreation Guide. Cost for each program is $11.

Tatting Lace: this class is designed for adults. Learn how to tat lace and create beautiful greeting cards with your tatting pieces. Feb.10 1-4pm.  Registration is required and is available at http://www.covingtonwa.gov/parks/ .More information and details are available in the Parks and Recreation Guide.

IMPRESS CARDS AND CRAFTS CLASSES:

Hints of Spring March 9 10:30-12:30pm at Impress Cards and Crafts in Tukwila (120 Andover Park E). In this class, we’ll bring a single stamp to life with distress ink and “Stella” and quilling techniques. You’ll make a variety of whimsical cards perfect for any occasion. You’ll go home with a stack of greeting cards, a new stamp, a wink of Stella brush and instructions for making more cards on your own. Please bring double sided tape, detail scissors, your favorite greeting stamps, optional: tweezers. Cost $45. To register, please call the store at (206) 901-9101.

Hints of Spring March 23 10:30-12:30pm at Impress Cards and Crafts in University Village. In this class, we’ll bring a single stamp to life with distress ink and “Stella” and quilling techniques. You’ll make a variety of whimsical cards perfect for any occasion. You’ll go home with a stack of greeting cards, a new stamp, a wink of Stella brush and instructions for making more cards on your own. Please bring double sided tape, detail scissors, your favorite greeting stamps, optional: tweezers. Cost $45. To register, please call the store at (206) 526-5818.

Blessings, Emily

Tips for crafters

EMILY’S BITES OF FUN:

7 Tips for Crafters
  1. ) Things that you make yourself will not always be perfect.
  2. ) Be careful to not overbuy (to many times anyway :))
  3. ) Be yourself and it will add your own personal touch.
  4. ) Find YOUR perfect time to work on things.  If morning is best, do mornings, etc.
  5. ) Look for opportunities to share your crafts with others.  They don’t all have to stay in your home.
  6. ) Find classes, circles and clubs to join to get inspired and learn.
  7. ) Most of all, have fun!

CHECK OUT ALL OF MY SPRING CLASSES!

MAPLE VALLEY EVENING-OUT CLASSES:

Puzzle Greeting Cards Feb. 11 6-8:30pm at Gravity Coffee in Maple Valley (across from Walgreens and next to Mod Pizza). In this class you’ll need a friend or two to help assemble a jigsaw puzzle. Then you and your friends will get to create unique greeting cards from the puzzle. You’ll go home with a stack of cards perfect for any occasion! Cost is $30 which covers you and a friend! Drinks are on you. This class qualifies for Emily’s Papercrafts Class Loyalty Program. Reserve your seat here.

Watercolor and Quilling Mix Greeting Cards March 11 6-8:30pm at Gravity Coffee in Maple Valley (across from Walgreens and next to Mod Pizza). In this class you’ll learn how to use new distress ink watercoloring to create a greeting card background and then how to quill coordinating designs. You’ll go home with a watercolor brush to keep on painting! Cost is $35 which covers all supplies and a 12oz drink. This class qualifies for Emily’s Papercrafts Class Loyalty Program. Reserve your seat here.

Iris Folding Greeting Cards April 8 6-8:30pm at Gravity Coffee in Maple Valley (across from Walgreens and next to Mod Pizza). You’ll learn how to create stunning yet simple iris folded (paper!!) designs into unique greeting cards. Cost is $35 which covers all supplies and a 12oz drink. This class qualifies for Emily’s Papercrafts Class Loyalty Program. Reserve your seat here.

BEN FRANKLIN in BONNEY LAKE CLASSES:

Tatting Lace Greeting Cards March 16 10-12:30pm. We’ll spend the morning learning how to tat lace using a single shuttle. You’ll make a handful of unique greeting cards perfect for spring! Please register through the store at (253) 862-6822 and to obtain a list of supplies you need to bring. Cost is $20.

COVINGTON CLASSES:

After School Origami Classes: this class is designed for children ages 5-13. Each program is held at Jenkins Creek Elementary School in the Multipurpose Room. Registration is required and is available at http://www.covingtonwa.gov/parks/ . More information and details are available in the Parks and Recreation Guide. Cost for each program is $11.

Tatting Lace: this class is designed for adults. Learn how to tat lace and create beautiful greeting cards with your tatting pieces. Feb.10 1-4pm.  Registration is required and is available at http://www.covingtonwa.gov/parks/ .More information and details are available in the Parks and Recreation Guide.

IMPRESS CARDS AND CRAFTS CLASSES:

Singing in the Rain Feb. 9 10:30-12:30pm at Impress Cards and Crafts in Tukwila (120 Andover Park E). In this class, we’ll make music-themed greeting cards with maybe a touch of raindrops. We’ll make everything from sheet music, musical symbols, music and more! Please bring double sided tape, detail scissors, optional: tweezers. Cost $35. To register, please call the store at (206) 901-9101.

Hints of Spring March 9 10:30-12:30pm at Impress Cards and Crafts in Tukwila (120 Andover Park E). In this class, we’ll bring a single stamp to life with distress ink and “Stella” and quilling techniques. You’ll make a variety of whimsical cards perfect for any occasion. You’ll go home with a stack of greeting cards, a new stamp, a wink of Stella brush and instructions for making more cards on your own. Please bring double sided tape, detail scissors, your favorite greeting stamps, optional: tweezers. Cost $45. To register, please call the store at (206) 901-9101.

Hints of Spring March 23 10:30-12:30pm at Impress Cards and Crafts in University Village. In this class, we’ll bring a single stamp to life with distress ink and “Stella” and quilling techniques. You’ll make a variety of whimsical cards perfect for any occasion. You’ll go home with a stack of greeting cards, a new stamp, a wink of Stella brush and instructions for making more cards on your own. Please bring double sided tape, detail scissors, your favorite greeting stamps, optional: tweezers. Cost $45. To register, please call the store at (206) 526-5818.

christmas is 50 days away!

EMILY’S BITES OF FUN:

Just one word: The reality of living a creative life is that some days the well runs dry.  The good news is that sometimes it only takes a single word or phrase to jump-start the process again.

You can also play with words, change the spelling to something fun like girlfriends to gyrlfriends and other play on words. 

During this season there are a lot of great words to play with and use for inspiration: Joy, Reflect, Create, Just Breathe, Believe, Let Your Light Shine, Beauty, Peace, Thanks, Grateful,  and many more.  Take time to write what you see, what you are thinking about, look through a dictionary and use those words that come to mind that may bring a spark of magic into someone else’s life today.  Then, make a card, a wall hanging, a magnet, or something else to reflect that/those words.

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LOTS OF CLASSES FOR NOVEMBER and december!

Check out all my classes and let’s get ready for winter with some fun techniques you may have not tried before!

Emily’s Papercrafts Class Loyalty Program. Some of the classes offered below (all “Evening Out” classes) qualify for a loyalty program. You take 4 classes at full price, get the 5th class half-off, or for $15.

MAPLE VALLEY EVENING-OUT CLASSES:

Iris Snowflakes Class Nov. 13 6-8:30pm at Gravity Coffee in Maple Valley (across from Walgreens and next to Mod Pizza). Learn a new papercrafting technique in this class as we make stunning snowflakes with strips of paper. Cost is $35, which covers all supplies and a 12oz drink. This class qualifies for Emily’s Papercrafts Class Loyalty Program. Reserve your seat here.

Upcycled Holiday Class Dec. 11 6-8:30pm at Gravity Coffee in Maple Valley (across from Walgreens and next to Mod Pizza). In this class we’ll make all sorts of fun things by upcycling them, ranging from gift bags, gift bows, snowflakes, and greeting cards. Cost is $30 which covers all supplies and a 12oz drink. This class qualifies for Emily’s Papercrafts Class Loyalty Program. Reserve your seat here.

BEN FRANKLIN in BONNEY LAKE CLASSES:

Quilled Animals 102 Nov. 12 6-7:30pm. Come learn how to create and use the most basic quilling shapes to create adorable paper animals using quilling techniques. We’ll make 3 or more cards. Please register through the store at (253) 862-6822 and to obtain a list of supplies you need to bring. Cost is $20.

Quilling Snowflakes Dec. 10 6-7:30pm. We’ll spend the evening creating amazingly elegant yet incredibly easy quilled snowflakes. Once finished, the snowflakes make the perfect Christmas gift, tree ornament, or a little something extra for a package. Please register through the store at (253) 862-6822 and to obtain a list of supplies you need to bring. Cost is $20.

COVINGTON CLASSES:

After School Origami Classes: this class is designed for children ages 5-13. Each program is held at Jenkins Creek Elementary School in the Multipurpose Room. Registration is required and is available at http://www.covingtonwa.gov/parks/ . More information and details are available in the Parks and Recreation Guide on page 5. Cost for each program is $11.

Nov. 14 1:45-2:45pm. We’ll make two traditional origami projects.

Dec. 12 1:45-2:45pm. In this program we’ll make two origami projects that move and are packed with action.

Preschool Stories and Papercrafts: this class is designed for children ages 2-6. Each program is held at the Community Room at Covington City Hall. Registration is required and is available at http://www.covingtonwa.gov/parks/ .More information and details are available in the Parks and Recreation Guide on page 6. Cost for each program is $10.

Nov. 12 10-10:45am. Today we’ll get a dose of Yoda and other aliens through our stories and everyone will get to make a Yoda to take home.

Nov. 26 10-10:45am. In this program we’ll read several stories about cardinals and seasons and make a cardinal to take home.

Dec. 10 10-10:45am. In our final program for 2018, we’ll make lots of noise and you’ll go home with a noisemaker!

IMPRESS CARDS AND CRAFTS CLASSES:

Quilling Magnets Nov. 4 2-4pm at Impress Cards and Crafts in Tukwila (120 Andover Park E). Learn the basics of quilling while making cute and easy magnets; the perfect gift any time of the year! You’ll make several magnets–it’s up to you how many you make! Please bring to the class: your imagination, tweezers (optional). Cost $35. To register, please call the store at (206) 901-9101.

Quilling Magnets Nov. 10 10-12pm at Impress Cards and Crafts in University Village. Learn the basics of quilling while making cute and easy magnets; the perfect gift any time of the year! You’ll make several magnets–it’s up to you how many you make! Please bring to the class: your imagination, tweezers (optional). Cost $35. To register, please call the store at (206) 526-5818.

Quilled Snowflakes Nov. 10 1-3pm at Impress Cards and Crafts in University Village. Come learn quilling techniques to create elegant and dainty snowflakes ideal for hanging on a Christmas tree or on a greeting card. You’ll make at least 2 snowflakes. All supplies are provided. Cost $35. To register, please call the store at (206) 526-5818.

Quilled Snowflakes Nov. 25 11:30-1:30pm at Impress Cards and Crafts in Tukwila (120 Andover Park E). Come learn quilling techniques to create elegant and dainty snowflakes ideal for hanging on a Christmas tree or on a greeting card. You’ll make at least 2 snowflakes. All supplies are provided. Cost $35. To register, please call the store at (206) 901-9101.

Bags and Bows, Oh My! Nov. 7 5:30-7:30pm at Impress Cards and Crafts in Tukwila (120 Andover Park E). Come learn how to make up-cycled bags, bows, greeting cards, and maybe even a snowflake! Please bring to the class: roller tape/double sided tape, scissors, a few paper scraps (optional). Cost $35. To register, please call the store at (206) 901-9101.

Bags and Bows, Oh My! Nov. 24 1-3:30pm at Impress Cards and Crafts in University Village.  Come learn how to make up-cycled bags, bows, greeting cards, and maybe even a snowflake! Please bring to the class: roller tape/double sided tape, scissors, a few paper scraps (optional). Cost $35. To register, please call the store at (206) 526-5818.

Quilling Basics: Snowmen Nov. 24 10-12pm at Impress Cards and Crafts in University Village. Come make some adorable and easy quilled greeting cards and tree ornaments. You’ll leave with a handsome and cute mass of elegant little “men.” Please bring to the class: roller tape/double sided tape, foam dimensionals, detail scissors, tweezers (optional). Cost $35. To register, please call the store at (206) 526-5818.

Quilling Basics: Snowmen Dec. 5 5:30-7:30pm at Impress Cards and Crafts in Tukwila (120 Andover Park E). Come make some adorable and easy quilled greeting cards and tree ornaments. You’ll leave with a handsome and cute mass of elegant little “men.” Please bring to the class: roller tape/double sided tape, foam dimensionals, detail scissors, tweezers (optional). Cost $35. To register, please call the store at (206) 901-9101.

Motherhood is hard so we need help

EMILY’S BITES OF FUN:

 An interview with Quina Aragon from the blog/podcast from Risen Motherhood:

Whether you’re the crafty mom who can beautify anything, the mom who is always coming up with fun new adventures, or the mom who feels caught in the doldrums of daily life  God’s word teaches that we’re all creative. We’re all image bearers of the Creator. In this episode, Emily and Laura interview Quina Aragon—a wife, mom, and artist—on creativity and the gospel. As God’s ambassadors, we’re called to cultivate the earth in order to proclaim his name. Whether we make a delicious meal, comb a child’s hair, or help paint watercolor masterpieces, our creativity fills our homes and communities with the knowledge of the glory of God.

(Read the full interview by clicking here on the Risen Motherhood link).

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Check out all my classes and let’s get ready for winter with some fun techniques you may have not tried before!

MAPLE VALLEY EVENING-OUT CLASSES:

Iris Snowflakes Class Nov. 13 6-8:30pm at Gravity Coffee in Maple Valley (across from Walgreens and next to Mod Pizza). Learn a new papercrafting technique in this class as we make stunning snowflakes with strips of paper. Cost is $35, which covers all supplies and a 12oz drink. This class qualifies for Emily’s Papercrafts Class Loyalty Program. Reserve your seat here.

Upcycled Holiday Class Dec. 11 6-8:30pm at Gravity Coffee in Maple Valley (across from Walgreens and next to Mod Pizza). In this class we’ll make all sorts of fun things by upcycling them, ranging from gift bags, gift bows, snowflakes, and greeting cards. Cost is $30 which covers all supplies and a 12oz drink. This class qualifies for Emily’s Papercrafts Class Loyalty Program. Reserve your seat here.

BEN FRANKLIN in BONNEY LAKE CLASSES:

Quilled Animals 102 Nov. 12 6-7:30pm. Come learn how to create and use the most basic quilling shapes to create adorable paper animals using quilling techniques. We’ll make 3 or more cards. Please register through the store at (253) 862-6822 and to obtain a list of supplies you need to bring. Cost is $20.

Quilling Snowflakes Dec. 10 6-7:30pm. We’ll spend the evening creating amazingly elegant yet incredibly easy quilled snowflakes. Once finished, the snowflakes make the perfect Christmas gift, tree ornament, or a little something extra for a package. Please register through the store at (253) 862-6822 and to obtain a list of supplies you need to bring. Cost is $20.

COVINGTON CLASSES:

After School Origami Classes: this class is designed for children ages 5-13. Each program is held at Jenkins Creek Elementary School in the Multipurpose Room. Registration is required and is available at http://www.covingtonwa.gov/parks/ . More information and details are available in the Parks and Recreation Guide on page 5. Cost for each program is $11.

Nov. 14 1:45-2:45pm. We’ll make two traditional origami projects.

Dec. 12 1:45-2:45pm. In this program we’ll make two origami projects that move and are packed with action.

Preschool Stories and Papercrafts: this class is designed for children ages 2-6. Each program is held at the Community Room at Covington City Hall. Registration is required and is available at http://www.covingtonwa.gov/parks/ .More information and details are available in the Parks and Recreation Guide on page 6. Cost for each program is $10.

Nov. 12 10-10:45am. Today we’ll get a dose of Yoda and other aliens through our stories and everyone will get to make a Yoda to take home.

Nov. 26 10-10:45am. In this program we’ll read several stories about cardinals and seasons and make a cardinal to take home.

Dec. 10 10-10:45am. In our final program for 2018, we’ll make lots of noise and you’ll go home with a noisemaker!

IMPRESS CARDS AND CRAFTS CLASSES:

Quilling Autumn Animals Oct. 27 2-4pm at Impress Cards and Crafts in University Village. Learn how to make some spooky and cute autumn animals using quilling and embossing techniques. Please bring to the class: roller tape/double sided tape, foam dimensionals, detail scissors, jewel picker, tweezers (optional). Cost $35. To register, please call the store at (206) 526-5818.

Quilling Magnets Nov. 4 2-4pm at Impress Cards and Crafts in Tukwila (120 Andover Park E). Learn the basics of quilling while making cute and easy magnets; the perfect gift any time of the year! You’ll make several magnets–it’s up to you how many you make! Please bring to the class: your imagination, tweezers (optional). Cost $35. To register, please call the store at (206) 901-9101.

Quilling Magnets Nov. 10 10-12pm at Impress Cards and Crafts in University Village. Learn the basics of quilling while making cute and easy magnets; the perfect gift any time of the year! You’ll make several magnets–it’s up to you how many you make! Please bring to the class: your imagination, tweezers (optional). Cost $35. To register, please call the store at (206) 526-5818.

Quilled Snowflakes Nov. 10 1-3pm at Impress Cards and Crafts in University Village. Come learn quilling techniques to create elegant and dainty snowflakes ideal for hanging on a Christmas tree or on a greeting card. You’ll make at least 2 snowflakes. All supplies are provided. Cost $35. To register, please call the store at (206) 526-5818.

Quilled Snowflakes Nov. 25 11:30-1:30pm at Impress Cards and Crafts in Tukwila (120 Andover Park E). Come learn quilling techniques to create elegant and dainty snowflakes ideal for hanging on a Christmas tree or on a greeting card. You’ll make at least 2 snowflakes. All supplies are provided. Cost $35. To register, please call the store at (206) 901-9101.

Bags and Bows, Oh My! Nov. 7 5:30-7:30pm at Impress Cards and Crafts in Tukwila (120 Andover Park E). Come learn how to make up-cycled bags, bows, greeting cards, and maybe even a snowflake! Please bring to the class: roller tape/double sided tape, scissors, a few paper scraps (optional). Cost $35. To register, please call the store at (206) 901-9101.

Bags and Bows, Oh My! Nov. 24 1-3:30pm at Impress Cards and Crafts in University Village.  Come learn how to make up-cycled bags, bows, greeting cards, and maybe even a snowflake! Please bring to the class: roller tape/double sided tape, scissors, a few paper scraps (optional). Cost $35. To register, please call the store at (206) 526-5818.

Quilling Basics: Snowmen Nov. 24 10-12pm at Impress Cards and Crafts in University Village. Come make some adorable and easy quilled greeting cards and tree ornaments. You’ll leave with a handsome and cute mass of elegant little “men.” Please bring to the class: roller tape/double sided tape, foam dimensionals, detail scissors, tweezers (optional). Cost $35. To register, please call the store at (206) 526-5818.

Quilling Basics: Snowmen Dec. 5 5:30-7:30pm at Impress Cards and Crafts in Tukwila (120 Andover Park E). Come make some adorable and easy quilled greeting cards and tree ornaments. You’ll leave with a handsome and cute mass of elegant little “men.” Please bring to the class: roller tape/double sided tape, foam dimensionals, detail scissors, tweezers (optional). Cost $35. To register, please call the store at (206) 901-9101.

Grace and peace – Emily

Credits to: Risen Motherhood: Go to their page: https://www.risenmotherhood.com