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a*muse*a*palooza classes are filling up!!

If you were thinking about signing up for any of Jenn's a*muse*a*palooza classes... DON'T DELAY!!

there is only 4 spots in the morning class and ONE spot in the afternoon!!

These are 2 different classes... you have a potential of creating TEN different holiday cards with the brand NEW a muse release!!! Call the store to reserve your spot!! 508.790.7676

We will put all the stamps out for sale the day of the class. And watch for details on free make and takes @ the art bar during the week!!

Sunday July 12, 10a-12p
A Season of Joy & Wonder, A  Muse style
Cost: $25
We will use new images for A Muse A Palooza to create 5 fun designs that convey all the magic and delight of the holiday season! Have fun playing with Copic markers, glitter, a lil’ bling and who knows what else Jenn will throw in there! These are designs created by Jenn.

Sunday July 12, 1-3p
Christmas Whimsy, A Muse style
Cost: $25
We’ll make 5 Christmas card designs with A Muse’s newest Holiday images, each with a little touch of delightful whimsy! Have fun playing with Copic markers, glitter, a lil’ bling and who knows what else Jenn will throw in there! These are designs created by Jenn.

top shelf creation for *kids* Scavenger Hunt!!

Kid's Scavenger Hunt File Folder  weeks of June 29th and July 6th

School is out and you're headed for the beach. Make sure to stop by Colorful Creations before you hit the sand! This week at the Art Bar, your child can create this super-cool Scavenger Hunt folder complete with an assortment of items you're sure to spot on the beaches of the Cape. Once the project is complete, all you need to do is head over to the shore and "I Spy" your way through the list. Which family member will be able to check off all the items first??? This is a fantastic interactive way for you to spend time with your family while enjoying the sand and surf this summer!

Cost is only $3!!

Art bar hours:
M-W 12-5
Th 12-8
Fri, Sat & Sun 12-5

a fun time was had with theresa from dreamweaver!!

everyone had a fabulous time in theresa's classes this weekend!! thank you theresa for coming to visit us at colorful creations!!  everyone pointed out on theresa's inspiring display boards what they would like to learn next with dreamweaver products... so watch for other classes in the future!!

top shelf creation for the week of june 29

June 21st signals the OFFICIAL first day of Summer... why not celebrate by stopping by the Art  Bar to create a cool set of Beachy Cards? This project features the use of the Sizzix BIG SHOT, Cuttlebug embossing folders, Spellbinders dies, AND Quickutz 4x4 dies!! You will be able to experience the different ways the Big Shot can be used to achieve the fabulous techniques that help create these fantastic cards.

As an added bonus, any person who completes the "Beachy Cards" will be eligible for a 20% discount on Big Shot, Cuttlebug, Spellbinders, and Quickuts 4x4 dies! We will be happy to take requests for items we may be out of stock of, and will honor the 20% discount when the item comes in. This offer is ONLY for those who stop in to sit at the Art Bar and create the "Beachy Cards" project.

This offer is subject to a limited number of Art Bar kits, so don't delay! Stop in and visit the {creative chicks} for your summertime technique and inspiration fix!

Cost: $6

Art bar hours:
M-W 12-5
Th 12-8
Fri, Sat & Sun 12-5

Theresa Winters from Dreamweaver is visiting THIS weekend!

Theresa is visiting THIS weekend and there are only a couple spots left.. make sure you call the store to reserve your space! 508.790.7676

Custom Mixed Paste & Paste Embellishments
Saturday June 27 11a-1p

only ONE spot left!!


Custom Mixed Paste - Learn the technique of mixing your own colors of embossing paste and what to do with the left-overs. This is a great class to learn the best way to apply embossing paste, and to create colored paste for all kinds of paper. plus Paste Embellishments - Create an embellishment that can be used on cards or scrapbook pages. See how a little accident can turn into a fun new technique.

Faux Cross Stitch, Metallic Paste & Piggyback Embossed Techniques
Saturday June 27 2-4p

only a couple SPOTS left!!


Faux Cross Stitch - create a dimensional cross stitched image on paper (no needle and thread required).
Metallic Paste Embossing - this quick and easy card will demonstrate how effective paste can be on any color cardstock.
Piggyback Embossed Image - Learn the technique of having a double embossed image with the simplicity of a stylus tool and light box.

New items rolling in!!

Inkadinkado: we got in their new buy 2 get 1 FREE display... SoMe nice Asian themed ones this time!

DeNami: we got in a reorder of some of their popular stamps including the monkeys and some summertime images!

Stamping Station: we restocked a lot of our New England and Cape Cod 12x12 sheets!!

Reminisce: we got in their new patriotic line and under the sea!! We love it!!

top shelf creation for the week of june 22

June 21st signals the OFFICIAL first day of Summer... why not celebrate by stopping by the Art  Bar to create a cool set of Beachy Cards? This project features the use of the Sizzix BIG SHOT, Cuttlebug embossing folders, Spellbinders dies, AND Quickutz 4x4 dies!! You will be able to experience the different ways the Big Shot can be used to achieve the fabulous techniques that help create these fantastic cards.

As an added bonus, any person who completes the "Beachy Cards" will be eligible for a 20% discount on Big Shot, Cuttlebug, Spellbinders, and Quickuts 4x4 dies! We will be happy to take requests for items we may be out of stock of, and will honor the 20% discount when the item comes in. This offer is ONLY for those who stop in to sit at the Art Bar and create the "Beachy Cards" project.

This offer is subject to a limited number of Art Bar kits, so don't delay! Stop in and visit the {creative chicks} for your summertime technique and inspiration fix!

Cost: $6

Art bar hours:
M-W 12-5
Th 12-8
Fri, Sat & Sun 12-5

a*muse*a*palooza is almost here!!

We are so excited for hosting a*muse*a*palooza again this year!! The fun has already started on the A Muse Blog.. check out  the secret square game ... erin WON the contest last year (whooo hooo) play along... and maybe you will be the winner!!

Jenn has 2 fabulous classes planned... each class you will create 5 cards that Jenn designed. Using all the NEW stamps released for a*muse*a*palooza... so no sneak peaks, but you KNOW you will love them!! SIGN UP TODAY!! space is limited! 508.790.7676

Sunday July 12, 10a-12p
A Season of Joy & Wonder, A  Muse style
Cost: $25
We will use new images for A Muse A Palooza to create 5 fun designs that convey all the magic and delight of the holiday season! Have fun playing with Copic markers, glitter, a lil’ bling and who knows what else Jenn will throw in there! These are designs created by Jenn.

Sunday July 12, 1-3p
Christmas Whimsy, A Muse style
Cost: $25
We’ll make 5 Christmas card designs with A Muse’s newest Holiday images, each with a little touch of delightful whimsy! Have fun playing with Copic markers, glitter, a lil’ bling and who knows what else Jenn will throw in there! These are designs created by Jenn.

classes this week... sign up!!

Beach Charm Bracelet
Thursday June 18, 6-8p
with Holly

No jewelry making experience necessary! Simple to make and fun to wear. We will make some of own charms and use them in combination with some of Colorful Creations to create a beach theme charm bracelet.

Blossom with Outlines Friday June 19, 6-9p with Melissa M Come and join us for a night of fun and learn how to use the intricate Blossom Stamps from Outlines. These stamps are meant to be cut up and layered and played with so that's what we are going to do! We will be creating three gorgeous cards that you would be proud to display! These stamps are so versatile that not one will look the same. These Blossom cards will surely get you in the mood for spring! Call the store NOW to reserve your spot!! 508.790.7676

a lot of new kits available!!

we have a lot of new kits available.. complete with intructions! Some are limited in quantities, so be sure to grab them while they are HOT HOT HOT :)