Classes

Classes are a great way to learn how to scrapbook, learn a new techniques and/or how to use new products. Students (except beginner classes) MUST bring their own basic tools to class, including a 12" trimmer, a pair of small scissors, scorer, adhesives, glue dots, pens, pencils, exacto knife with cutting mat and if available, chalks.

Check back around the 15^th of every month to see the new class listing for the following month.

On the day of your class, you will receive 10% off your purchases (except for future classes, crops and/or gift certificates).  All classes must be paid for at time of registration.  Most classes can be purchased as "kits to go" if you are unable to make the class.

You can now register for classes on-line by clicking the shop online link above and going to the classes category.

**JULY 2010 CLASSES** 
Class photos are just a small glimpse of what you will make in the class - actual samples are on display in the store.

Saturday, Jul 31, 2010 
Nestabilities Card Class - 1 spot left
Welcome Shari to The Cove as she teaches you just a few of the many ways to use the Nestabilities dies from Spellbinders to make a variety of cards. In this class you will be making 5 beautiful cards!   Please bring scissors, regular adhesive and red line tape in addition to your normal supplies.
Instructor – Shari Morris
From: 10:30am - 1:00pm
Cost  $25.00

Saturday, Jul 31, 2010 
Distress Greetings Card Class
In this class we will make a variety of everyday greeting cards that can be used for any occasion and learn a few of Shari's favorite distress techniques along the way. Please bring scissors, regular adhesive and red line tape in addition to your normal supplies. Also bring an apron or wear an old shirt as you might get messy (have fun) when doing this class!
Instructor – Shari Morris
From: 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Cost  $25.00

**AUGUST 2010 CLASSES** 
Class photos are just a small glimpse of what you will make in the class - actual samples are on display in the store.

Sunday, Aug 1, 2010 
Tropical Mist Album
Join Sue on an adventure in Glimmer Mist. Do you already love Glimmer Mist? Do you have Glimmer Mist and don't know what to do with it? Do you have no idea what Glimmer Mist is? Have you seen Glimmer Mist, but you still are not sure if it is for you? No matter what the answer is, this class is for you! In this fun filled class, we will spritz, spray, swipe stencil and more! We will be using the Traveler Mini Album by Tattered Angels along with several colors of Glimmer Mist, Seaside Glimmer Chips and Screens, Ultra-Fine Flower Soft and more! It will be messy; so please dress accordingly!  Each student MUST bring a roll of paper towels with them to class.
Instructor – Sue Selover
From: 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Cost  $36.00

Thursday, Aug 5, 2010
Card of the Month    
Come Join us the first Thursday of each month anytime between 1pm and 7pm (whatever works best for you) to learn some new ideas for cardmaking. Each month the teacher will have a new sketch for you and several samples of what she has done with the sketch for you to see. You will receive enough cardstock and patterned paper to make at least 3-4 cards (maybe more). So get the kids to school or camp and meet your friends at the store while you learn some new ideas for your cards - this is the place to be!! Please be sure to bring your own supplies as you will be making the card(s) with the techer unless you want to take them home to make them. If you do not bring your own supplies you will be charged an additional fee to take the class. 
Instructor – Toniann Carbone
From: 1:00pm - 7:00pm
Cost  $5.00

Friday, Aug 6, 2010
Colors of Copic - Shades of Gray    
Join us as we continue our adventures through the wonderful Colors of Copics. Today we'll experiment with Shades of Warm Gray. We'll discuss some useful tips and tricks while we practice advanced techniques that will help you understand why Copic markers are the "must have" tools for blending and shading images. We'll practice blending options, revisit the nasty rag technique and pushing designs. You'll love airbrushing too!  Three shades of warm grays are included in the class fee. You'll leave this class with three markers to add to your collection and completed images to reference. No projects will be completed in this class. Please bring a colorless blender. Note: If you have W1, W3 and/or W5 of your own, please bring them to use in class. You will be permitted to swap the unused markers from your class kit for other colors.  As this is a hands-on learning class, no "class kit" is available unless you have taken several of Rose's classes and are comfortable with taking a kit.
Instructor – Rose Crawford
From: 6:30pm - 9:30pm
Cost  $30.00

Saturday, Aug 7, 2010 
20 Quick & Easy Cards
Want to see how to make some quick and easy cards?  In this fun filled class you will make 10 different designs using punching, stamping, flowers, buttons and more. I will show you how this would make a great shower gift, teachers gift  or a great gift for your self!  The inside of the cards are blank but I have tons of sayings so you can stamps them if you would like. So join me and get 20 cards done in only 2 hours!!  Please bring a lipstick red and blackbird cat's eye chalk to class in addition to your normal supplies.
Instructor – Chris Kent-Sharma
From: 10:30am - 12:30pm
Cost  $20.00

Saturday, Aug 7, 2010 
Beginners Scrapbooking Class
Have you always wanted to start scrapbooking but don't know where to begin? Or have you just started and want to add a little extra touch to your pages?  Join us for our beginners class where we will show you the basic tools and techniques of scrapbooking. You will be able to try out different trimmers, adhesives, and other tools so you can try them before you decide if you want to buy them.  Bring 8-10 pictures from the same event and we will help you scrap them.  
Instructor – Chris Kent-Sharma
From: 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Cost  $15.00

Sunday, Aug 8, 2010 
It's A "Moving" Thing Layout
This two page layout is all about movement. You will learn how to construct and build a movable rollercoaster or change slightly to make it a learning to drive layout!  Any amusement park, boardwalk, fair, etc. can be the setting as you will pick out the letter for your custom title. We will be using 3 new BoBunny Petal Pushers patterned papers, ribbon, bling, buttons, fabric flowers and you will also learn how to cover up your "mistakes". Please bring red line tape and glue dots in addition to your normal class supplies. Sorry, no kits as this is a technique class.
Instructor – Lucy Amato
From: 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Cost  $25.00

Wednesday, Aug 11, 2010 
20 Quick & Easy Cards
Want to see how to make some quick and easy cards?  In this fun filled class you will make 10 different designs using punching, stamping, flowers, buttons and more. I will show you how this would make a great shower gift, teachers gift  or a great gift for your self!  The inside of the cards are blank but I have tons of sayings so you can stamps them if you would like. So join me and get 20 cards done in only 2 hours!!  Please bring a lipstick red and blackbird cat's eye chalk to class in addition to your normal supplies.
Instructor – Chris Kent-Sharma
From: 10:30am - 12:30pm
Cost  $20.00

Thursday, Aug 12, 2010 
Being a Mother Layout
The colors of the new "Tea at Elsie's" line by Kaisercraft's drew me in the moment I saw them. They made me think right away of a patchwork quilt, which was then the inspiration for this layout. Fussy cutting, faux stitching, pearls, punches, flowers, hidden journaling and more await you in this class. The title can easily be changed to fit your needs.  
Instructor – Sue Selover
From: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Cost  $22.00

Friday, Aug 13, 2010 - SOLD OUT
Altered Book Workshop
You asked for it - We listened! Our second "all-day workshop" is being offered, but this time it is during the week! Join us for an exciting adventure as we alter a book - this time we LEAVE the pages and use them to change the book to look like a vintage one-of-a-kind masterpiece that you design. We will be using papers from many different manufacturers, vintage music paper, some metal, some tin, lots of ribbons, buttons, paint, gesso, Tim's trinkets, and on and on and on... We will be weaving ribbon on our closure - cutting out a shadowbox - crocheting - making pockets - and best of all - we will be having LUNCH!!! So sign up today, as you know spots are limited and classes have been sold out for the past several months!! Hope to see you at class to alter your world! Besides your regular supplies, please bring a paint brush, a foam brush, wet glue, an exacto knife, ruler, & sponge (I will have enough crochet hooks for everyone). 
Instructor – Peggy Forma
From: 10:30am - 5:00pm
Cost  $70.00

Saturday, Aug 14, 2010
Places to Love Mini Album    
A mini album is the perfect package for memories, including your memories of special places. Join us as we work on this one-ring mini album, share tips, step-by-step directions, and ways to make it all come together quickly so that working on your next album will seem like a breeze.  You'll leave this class with a 4x4ish 9 page chipboard mini album that is ready to show off wallet sized photos and capture memories of your Places to Love. Our use of warm, neutral colors allows a splash of some personal accents to make this your own amazing album. We'll dress our Sizzix die-cut naked chipboard with a little paint, ink and patterned paper from American Crafts, Creative Imaginations, Melissa Frances and Basic Grey. What places do you love?  Please bring a Crop-a-dile, sanding tool, exacto knife and cutting mat in addition to your normal supplies.
Instructor – Rose Crawford
From: 10:00am - 2:00pm
Cost  $19.00

Saturday, Aug 14, 2010
Colors of Copic - Shades of Gray    
Join us as we continue our adventures through the wonderful Colors of Copics. Today we'll experiment with Shades of Warm Gray. We'll discuss some useful tips and tricks while we practice advanced techniques that will help you understand why Copic markers are the "must have" tools for blending and shading images. We'll practice blending options, revisit the nasty rag technique and pushing designs. You'll love airbrushing too!  Three shades of warm grays are included in the class fee. You'll leave this class with three markers to add to your collection and completed images to reference. No projects will be completed in this class. Please bring a colorless blender. Note: If you have W1, W3 and/or W5 of your own, please bring them to use in class. You will be permitted to swap the unused markers from your class kit for other colors.  As this is a hands-on learning class, no "class kit" is available unless you have taken several of Rose's classes and are comfortable with taking a kit.
Instructor – Rose Crawford
From: 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Cost  $30.00

Sunday, Aug 15, 2010
Back to School Layout    
It's almost that time of year again that all the kids go "Back to School". Whether you have children going back or pictures of your children or grandchildren that need to be put on a layout, then this is the class for you. Don't be tardy, sign up today! Please be sure to bring your normal supplies to class including your trimmer and adhesive.
Instructor – Toniann Carbone
From: 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Cost  $27.00

Tuesday, Aug 17, 2010 - Daytime
Basic Grey Monthly Layout
Basic Grey’s monthly classes are a great way to sample new lines of paper each month with matching embellishments.  Do you have trouble figuring out how to use three or four matching patterned papers together for one layout?  If so, this class is for you!  August's bright and bubbly double-page layout features the effervescent Olivia collection from Basic Grey.  Starring the adorable X's and O's laser-cut from the line along with the brand-new Small Details, this awe- and Awww-inspiring layout is a study in eye catching layers. Photo sizes are: four 2 1/4" x 2 1/4", one 3" x 5", one 4 1/4" x 2 1/4", one 2 1/4" x 3 1/4" and two 1 1/4" x 1 1/4".   Photos are recommended but not required for the class.  A green cat’s eye chalk is also recommended for this class.
Instructor – Sue Selover
From: 10:30am - 12:30pm
Cost  $25.00

Thursday, Aug 19, 2010 
Basic Grey Monthly Layout
Basic Grey’s monthly classes are a great way to sample new lines of paper each month with matching embellishments.  Do you have trouble figuring out how to use three or four matching patterned papers together for one layout?  If so, this class is for you!  August's bright and bubbly double-page layout features the effervescent Olivia collection from Basic Grey.  Starring the adorable X's and O's laser-cut from the line along with the brand-new Small Details, this awe- and Awww-inspiring layout is a study in eye catching layers. Photo sizes are: four 2 1/4" x 2 1/4", one 3" x 5", one 4 1/4" x 2 1/4", one 2 1/4" x 3 1/4" and two 1 1/4" x 1 1/4".   Photos are recommended but not required for the class.  A green cat’s eye chalk is also recommended for this class.
Instructor – Sue Selover
From: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Cost  $25.00

Saturday, Aug 21, 2010 
Kioshi Gift Set
Using papers from Basic Grey’s Kioshi collection and JustRite stamps (Just a Note Borders & Centers) we will decorate a wood handled box and make a set of 5 cards to go inside.  Each person in class will receive one 6x6 Kioshi paper pad that will be used for your class projects and you get to take home the rest!   We will be using Mod Podge and Paints so things might get a little messy, be prepared. . Please bring your normal supplies to class.
Instructor – Shari Morris
From: 10:30am - 1:30pm
Cost  $30.00

Saturday, Aug 21, 2010 
JustRite Monogram Gift Set
In this class we will make a set of 8 Monogram note cards using various JustRite alphabet stamps and borders and a matching giftbox to put them in, which we will be learning how to make from cardstock and patterned paper. Please bring your normal supplies to class including heavy double sided tape such as red line.
Instructor – Shari Morris
From: 2:30pm - 5:00pm
Cost  $25.00

Sunday, Aug 22, 2010
Colors of Copic - Shades of Orange  - Re-do  
Join us as we continue our adventures through the wonderful Colors of Copics. This month we will experiment with Shades of Orange. We'll discuss some useful tips and tricks while we practice advanced techniques that will help you understand why Copic markers are the "must have" tools for blending and shading images. We'll introduce embossing powder resist, practice deliberate streaking and continue to coordinate custom embellishments. You'll love airbrushing with masks too! Three shades of Orange Markers are included in the class fee. You'll leave this class with three markers to add to your collection and completed images to reference. No projects will be completed in this class. Please bring a colorless blender, your shadowing guide from your last class, an orange atyou Spica glitter pen, and W3 and W5 markers. Note: If you have YR04, YR07 and/or YR20 of your own, please bring them to use in class. You will be permitted to swap the unused markers from your class kit for other colors.  As this is a hands-on learning class, no "class kit" is available unless you have taken several of Rose's classes and are comfortable with taking a kit.
Instructor – Rose Crawford
From: 12:00pm - 2:30pm
Cost  $31.00

Sunday, Aug 22, 2010
Colors of Copic Princess Layout  
Copic airbrusing lovers unite! Put your Colors of Copic - Shades of Aqua, Purple and Pinks into action and change all white paper and accessories into a beautifully color-coordinated "Princess" layout by practicing a variety of advanced Copic techniques! You'll leave this class with one 12x12 classic layout fit for several of your best photosl You'll gain a wealth of experience using some of the best Copic techniques as we practice using embossing powder resist, Copic custom backgrounds and embellishments on Bazzill smooth white paper adding a touch of die cut alphabet and buttons. Please bring an 05 Black archival pen, Colorless Blender, your markers from the Colors of Copics classes in addition to your basic tool kit. As this is a hands-on learning class, no "class kit" is available.
Instructor – Rose Crawford
From: 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Cost  $18.00

Tuesday, Aug 24, 2010 
Beginners Scrapbooking Class
Have you always wanted to start scrapbooking but don't know where to begin? Or have you just started and want to add a little extra touch to your pages?  Join us for our beginners class where we will show you the basic tools and techniques of scrapbooking. You will be able to try out different trimmers, adhesives, and other tools so you can try them before you decide if you want to buy them.  Bring 8-10 pictures from the same event and we will help you scrap them.  
Instructor – Sue Selover
From: 10:30am - 12:30pm
Cost  $15.00

Thursday, Aug 26, 2010
Monthly Layout Class
Come the 3rd Thursday of every month (except this month)and learn a new technique or learn how to use a new tool. Each month will feature a different product or technique that Peggy will show you. This month features enamel accents and tissue tape - you will be amazed at how easy and beautiful it is to use!! You will receive the “kit” for you to do on your own, come back the following month with the completed two page layout and receive a chance to win a door prize (must bring completed two page layout using prior month's "tool" to be eligible for the door prize). Each month's featured products will be available for you at a 20% discounted the night of the class.  
Instructor – Peggy Forma
At: 7:00pm
Cost  $5.00

Saturday, Aug 28, 2010 
Hallowe'en in Wonderland Cards
It’s never to early to start on Holiday cards!  Join me to make 5 Halloween cards using the gorgeous NEW Graphic 45 Hallowe’en in Wonderland paper collection!  We will also be using a variety of paper, the sheet of tags from the paper collection along with stamps from Crafty Secrets (Greetings from Wonderland and Halloween Fun sets) and Copic Markers to color the stamped images.  Each person will receive 1 Hallowe’en in Wonderland tag sheet with class and you get to keep whatever is not used in class. Please bring your normal supplies to class including foam tape.
Instructor – Shari Morris
From: 10:30am - 1:00pm
Cost  $28.00

Saturday, Aug 28, 2010 
Hallowe'en in Wonderland Sweet Treats
Continuing with our Halloween fun with the Graphic 45 Hallowe’en in Wonderland paper and Crafty Secrets stamps...  in this class learn how to make 5 different treat boxes/gifts (treats included!) using cardstock and various papers from the collection.  You will also receive patterns and instructions for everything we make in class.  These are the perfect little something for the kids, schools, scouts, co-workers, etc…  and so quick to put together for any occasion not used in class. Please bring your normal supplies to class including double sided sticky tape like red line tape.
Instructor – Shari Morris
From: 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Cost  $30.00

Sunday, Aug 29, 2010 
Forget-Me-Not Book
Never forget a birthday, anniversary, or any special occasion again! You will be altering plain old chipboard into a book that will be used from year to year as your handy reminder. We will be painting, inking, covering with patterned papers and embellishing. The end product is not only gorgeous but all you need to do is write the person's name on the line for that month and you are set. You can even include photos on the corresponding pages. Please bring red line tape, glue dots, foam tape, glossy accents and tweezers in addition to your normal class supplies.
Instructor – Lucy Amato
From: 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Cost  $18.00

Classes are a great way to learn how to scrapbook, new techniques and/or how to use new products. Students (except beginner classes) MUST bring their own basic tools to class, including a 12" trimmer, a pair of small scissors, adhesives (double sided tape, liquid glue, etc), bone folder, glue dots, pop dots, pens, pencils, ruler, exacto knife and if available, chalks.

Please call the store (732-745-1000) during business hours, or email info@scrapperscove.com to reserve your space.

When you register please be sure to ask if your class requires anything extra.

Most classes can also be purchased as kits to go but must be reserved in advance.

Class kits may vary from samples due to product availability.

Is there a certain class or technique you would like to learn?  Let us know and we will see what we can do.

We offer a few different types of kids parties (birthday, girl scout, etc.) so be sure to stop by and ask for more details.