Mosaic Moments X-Factor Class on July 13, 2019

 Class Layout - You may choose to follow the page pattern and make the layout above or any other configuration you choose!

If you purchase the Add-On Dies, you have even more versatile options: 

(Layouts by Steven Zeigler)

This is a Mosaic Moments Die Class that is being offered at the Loveland United Methodist Church No-Frills Crop on July 13, 2019 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.. You may choose to pay an additional donation of only $5 to stay and crop for the entire day (10 am to 9:00 pm). Reservations for the CROP do not require any forms - just make a reservation through Jeannie Burnett's email address: jkpburnett@yahoo.com. ($5 donation for Fuel youth group at church.)

In this class you will make a one-page layout, but you will be be receiving a second sheet of grid paper and the X-Factor 3x4 Die as part of the purchase price of the class to make a companion page on your own time.
The class layout is made using the 3x4 X-factor die set ($19.99) and X-factor 4x4 Die set ($26.99).

OPTION 1 - CLASS WITH X-FACTOR 2x3 DIE
You will pay $30 and I will provide:
1) class instruction and layout samples;
2) two sheets of base grid paper in the color(s) of your choice from the supply i have available on that date.
3) the 3x4 X-factor die set – a $20 value (before tax and shipping) - YOURS TO KEEP after class;
4) the use of my 4x4 X-Factor die set. I will have one set of these dies available to lend for student use to share during class.

 - X-Factor 3x4 die included with class

OPTION TWO - ADD ON THE X-FACTOR 4x4 (Save $3)
This die set retails for $26.99. If you would like to purchase this die set as an add-on to your class, you may do so for an additional $24, so your class fee would be $54.

 - X-Factor 4x4 Die set available for use during class or as an add-on purchase.

OPTION THREE- ADD ON THE X-FACTOR 2x4 (Save $2)
This die set retails for $15.99. If you would like to purchase this die set as an add-on to your class, you may do so for an additional $14, so your class fee would be $44.

- X-factor 2x4 Die available for use during class as as an add-on purchase

OPTION FOUR - ADD ON BOTH THE-FACTOR 2X4 AND 4X4 (Save $6). If you would like to purchase BOTH of the die sets as an add-on to your class, you may do so for an additional $37, so your class fee would be $67.



OPTION FIVE - you already have the sets dies and only need instruction and base grid paper? Class fee is $15.


There is a separate set of "new" X-factor dies that is currently sold out. If I have the opportunity to purchase those prior to our class, I will let you know.
You MUST bring the following:


1) Your own photos! Pay attention to the arrangement of the photos as you plan your own layouts and select the photos you wish to use – notice how the pieces are placed and keep the shape in mind as you make your selections. Bring more images than you think you will need. It is better to have choices when it comes to fitting the pics in the dies and on the grid. You may also wish to bring double prints in case you make any mistakes. 4x6" prints are recommended, although you may wish to go with some 5x7s depending on the scale/positioning of the people in the photos. It is NOT recommended that you purchase the "true" ratio prints that come out to be like 5.??" long as those may not fit the layout.
2) Your own cardstock or patterned paper that coordinates with your photos. I would say bring at least two sheets each of two different solids or patterns just to be safe.
3) Your own Big Shot or similar die cutting machine with platforms, plates, etc. for cutting wafer-thin dies. Two people may share if you don’t have your own but I honestly don’t recommend it as it will slow you both down.
4) Your own adhesive - Mosaic Moments recommends Herma Dotta repositionable adhesive. I suggest you also bring scissors or a paper trimmer. If you have the basic die set, it may make things go more quickly, but it is certainly not required.

PAYMENT VIA PAYPAL.
Please note that the class fees cover the cost of your dies, tax, shipping, paypal fees, base grid paper, securing the venue, and my time and effort in designing the layout, as well as my time in teaching the class.
REGISTER EARLY!!!! I will be turning in an order on Monday, June 17, 2019 to guarantee delivery by the class date. HOWEVER, if you purchase / pay by Wednesday, May 8, 2019, I will throw in FOUR additional sheets of grid paper on the day of class. For any orders after June 17, we may have to make special arrangements for you to place the order yourself. PM me if you are paying after 06/17.
______________________________________________

Preregistration via prepayment is REQUIRED.

8 Hours of Mosaic Moments Fun! Workshop on July 27, 2019

Saturday, July 27, 2019 from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.Mosaic Moments Make-Up Class and Workshop at Krickets Kottage in Maineville, OH

Have you been wanting to learn about Mosaic Moments?Maybe you want to learn the "old-school" count and cut technique?
Maybe you would like the chance to play with some dies before you take the plunge and make a big purchase? Maybe you've already bought some dies and aren't sure how to use them? Maybe you'd like to learn more about page pattern options? Maybe you've saved / pinned a layout you've seen online you like but aren't sure how to make it happen? Maybe you wanted to take one of the classes I've offered in the past but weren't available on the date I offered it?

JULY 27TH IS IS YOUR DAY!

I'll be available to you at Krickets Kottage in Maineville, OH for one-on-one instruction on ANY LAYOUT you're interested in. I'll have some grid papers, page kits and a few dies for sale. I'm offering a pre-purchase option if you are in the market for some new dies. EARLY BIRD OFFER - 20% off if you spend $100 or more on dies and pay by May 8th; or 10% off if you spend less and/or pay by May 15th!

PREPAYMENT VIA PAYPAY - The cost for this eight-hour Mosaic Moments Workshop day is $50* and will includes lunch and possibly dessert! :) I'm hoping to offer at least one make-n-take and some door prizes!

*Please note that if you are interested in a repeat of a class you missed, pricing will be based on that class, which dies you already own, etc. so PM me on Facebook for custom pricing.

Quilt Patterns a la Mosaic Moments! Class on June 15, 2019 at Noon

I've been feeling highly inspired by all of the quilt patterns I've been seeing other folks make using the Mosaic Moments dies. Over the next few months, I would like to offer a series of classes based on quilt patterns. This is Layout Number One. I'm going to work with a pastel color palette on mine so that all of my layouts will come together in one book. I'm planning on incorporating mine into a baby album, but you will be bringing your own solid color and patterned paper so you may choose whatever type of quilt you'd like (patriotic, vintage fabric look, etc.) You may choose to mat your photos on the colored blocks or you may choose to replace some of the pattern papers with photographs.

Page 1 is made using the 4x4 corner die set ($33.99) and Diamond Mine 4x4 die set ($26.99).

Page 2 uses both of those sets PLUS the Harlequin die set ($27.99).

This class will take place on Saturday, June 15, 2019 at 12:00 NOON. at Kricket's Kottage in Maineville, OH.

Preregistration via prepayment is REQUIRED.

OPTION 1 - PAGE 1 ONLY:

You will pay $35 and I will provide:

1) class instruction and layout samples;

2) one sheet of white base grid paper. In the sample that I have shared, this is the White paper that is used for the background;

3) the 4x4 Diamond Mine die set – a $27 value (before tax and shipping) - YOURS TO KEEP after class;

4) the use of my 4x4 corner set dies. If you took one of my April classes, you already have these dies and this gives you an opportunity to work with them in a different way. Otherwise, I will have one set of each of these dies available to lend for student use to share during class.

OPTION TWO - PAGE 2 ONLY:

You will pay $40 and I will provide:

1) class instruction and layout samples;

2) one sheet of white base grid paper. In the sample that I have shared, this is the White paper that is used for the background;

3) the Harlequin die set – a $28 value (before tax and shipping) - YOURS TO KEEP after class;

4) the use of my 4x4 corner set dies and the use of my 4x4 Diamond Mine die sets. If you took one of my April classes, you already have the corner die set and this gives you an opportunity to work with them in a different way. Otherwise, I will have one set of each of these dies available to lend for student use to share during class.

OPTION 3 - BOTH PAGES AND ALL THREE DIE SETS:

You will pay $100 and I will provide:

1) class instruction and layout samples;

2) two sheets of white base grid paper. In the sample that I have shared, this is the White paper that is used for the background;

3) ALL THREE DIE SETS: (the 4x4 corner die set ($33.99), Diamond Mine 4x4 die set ($26.99), and the Harlequin die set ($27.99). an $89 value (before tax and shipping) - ALL YOURS TO KEEP after class.

OPTION FOUR - you already have all three of the sets dies and only need instruction and base grid paper? Class fee is $20 for one page, $30 for both.

You MUST bring the following:

1) Your own photos! Pay attention to the arrangement of the photos as you plan your own layouts and select the photos you wish to use – notice how the pieces are placed and keep the shape in mind as you make your selections. Bring more images than you think you will need. It is better to have choices when it comes to fitting the pics in the dies and on the grid. You may also wish to bring double prints in case you make any mistakes. 4x6" prints are recommended, although you may wish to go with some 5x7s depending on the scale/positioning of the people in the photos. It is NOT recommended that you purchase the "true" ratio prints that come out to be like 5.??" long as those may not fit the layout.

2) Your own white and colored cardstock that coordinates with your photos. In the sample that I have shared, this is the blue and patterned paper. Between the two pages, I used two sheets of solid blue; slightly less than one sheet of each of the two patterned papers, and two sheets of white solid paper on which to build the squares.

3) Your own Big Shot or similar die cutting machine with platforms, plates, etc. for cutting wafer-thin dies. Two people may share if you don’t have your own but I honestly don’t recommend it as it will slow you both down.

4) Your own adhesive - Mosaic Moments recommends Herma Dotta repositionable adhesive. I suggest you also bring scissors or a paper trimmer. If you have the basic die set, it may make things go more quickly, but it is certainly not required.

PAYMENT VIA PAYPAL.

Please note that the class fees cover the tax, shipping, base grid paper, securing the venue, and my time and effort in designing the layout, as well as my time in teaching the class.

REGISTER EARLY!!!! I will be turning in an order on Thursday, May 16, 2019 to guarantee delivery by the class date. For any orders after that, we may have to make special arrangements for you to place the order yourself. PM me if you are paying after 05/16.

Mosaic Moments Cruise / Travel Page(s) Class on Saturday, June 8, 2019 at Noon

Page 1 is made using the corner cut-out squares die set ($26.99) and the four corner cut-out diet set ($26.99).

Page 2 uses the Circle Center Frame Die Set ($26.99)

Both pages use the wave border die set ($20.99) and the cruise and compass travel die set ($15.99)

This class will take place on Saturday, June 8, 2019 at 12:00 NOON. at Kricket's Kottage.

Preregistration via prepayment is REQUIRED.

Option 1 - page 1 only:

You will pay $65 and I will provide:

1) class instruction and layout samples;

2) one sheet of white base grid paper. In the sample that I have shared, this is the White paper that is used for the background;

3) the Corner cut-out squares and four corner cutout die sets – a $54 value (before tax and shipping) - YOURS TO KEEP after class;

4) the use of my wave border dies and cruise and compass die sets– I will have one set of each of these dies available to lend for student use to share during class.

Option 2 - page 2 only:

You will pay $60 and I will provide:

1) class instruction and layout samples;

2) one sheet of white base grid paper. In the sample that I have shared, this is the White paper that is used for the background;

3) the Circle center frame die set and wave border die set – a $48 value (before tax and shipping) - YOURS TO KEEP after class;

4) the use of my cruise and compass die sets– I will have one set of each of these dies available to lend for student use to share during class.

OPTION 3 - both pages and BONUS die set:

You will pay $125 and I will provide:

1) class instruction and layout samples;

2) two sheets of white base grid paper. In the sample that I have shared, this is the White paper that is used for the background;

3) ALL FIVE DIE SETS: the Corner cut-out squares and four corner cutout die sets; the Circle center frame die set and wave border die set; and cruise and compass die set– a $118 value (before tax and shipping) - ALL YOURS TO KEEP after class.

Option 4 - you already have all of the dies and only need instruction and base grid paper? Class fee is $20 for one page, $30 for both.

You MUST bring the following:

1) Your own photos! Pay attention to the arrangement of the photos as you plan your own layouts and select the photos you wish to use – notice how the pieces are placed and keep the shape in mind as you make your selections. Bring more images than you think you will need. It is better to have choices when it comes to fitting the pics in the dies and on the grid. You may also wish to bring double prints in case you make any mistakes. 4x6" prints are recommended, although you may wish to go with some 5x7s depending on the scale/positioning of the people in the photos. It is NOT recommended that you purchase the "true" ratio prints that come out to be like 5.??" long as those may not fit the layout.

2) Your own white and colored cardstock that coordinates with your photos. In the sample that I have shared, this is the Light and dark blue paper that frames the individual photos. Between the two pages, I used two sheets of each color and two sheets of white.

3) Your own Big Shot or similar die cutting machine with platforms, plates, etc. for cutting wafer-thin dies. Two people may share if you don’t have your own but I honestly don’t recommend it as it will slow you both down.

4) Your own adhesive - Mosaic Moments recommends Herma Dotta repositionable adhesive.

I also recommend that you bring a paper trimmer or scissors. If you have the basic die sets, those might make things a little quicker, but they are NOT required.

You may also choose to bring some additional colored or patterned cardstock that works with the theme of your photos.

PAYMENT VIA PAYPAL.

Please note that this class fee covers the tax, shipping, base grid paper, securing the venue, and my time and effort in designing the layout, as well as my time in teaching the class.

REGISTER EARLY!!!! I will be turning in an order on Thursday, May 16, 2019 to guarantee delivery by the class date. For any orders after that, we may have to make special arrangements for you to place the order yourself. PM me if you are paying after 05/16.

Hoppy Easter

Spring is sprung and it's time to celebrate all the fun that Easter brings.  Coloring Easter eggs is a family tradition for us.  I love looking back at these old memories.

The Page Pattern Gallery

The Mosaic Moments Page Pattern Gallery is an amazing FREE resource to help you maximize the use of your die collection.

When you log into The Mosaic Moments Page Pattern Gallery, you have access to over 400 page patterns.  Each page pattern is printable, allowing you to design your own layouts when you're working away from your phone, tablet or PC.  So you pack a copy of the printed pattern in your bag or make DIY page kits with your photos, tools, embellishments, etc. to take to crops, etc..

Each page pattern is color-coordinated to work with the Color-Coded Basic Die Bundle.  When you look at the images, if they have a blue square, for instance, that pattern uses the blue Set A.  If they have a pink rectangle, they utilize the pink Set C.

When you hover your mouse over a page pattern, the image will change to show a completed page that was made using that page pattern.

Once you click on a page pattern, you will see a variety of samples utilizing that same page pattern.  I took a class with A Crafty Situation last weekend and I learned that, for instance, page pattern 344 which uses the 3x3 blue basic die in each corner, a 4x4 blue basic in the center, and and the 3x4 pink basic die on the middle of each side, can be modified to utilize a variety of the cool new dies.  Here are some samples that I copied from the page pattern gallery to demonstrate:

First- here's the basic pattern.

Here's a layout sample exactly following the basic pattern.

"Winter Summerland" by Tami Potter

Materials: 12x12 Sandstone grid paper, and patterned paper

Photos Taken at Walt Disney World

 Here's a layout using the sweetheart dies.

"Reception Details" by Paije

Materials: 12x12 Petal Pink Grid Paper, 4x4, 3x4, & 3x3 Sweetheart Dies.

This sample uses the Puff N Stuff Die.

"Ronoake Island" by Paije

Materials: 12x12 Cabin Wood Grid Paper and the Puff N' Stuff Die

Photos Taken at the Outer Banks in North Carolina

This variation uses the strip frame die.

"Sadie In Gettysburg" by Paije

3x4 Strip Frame Die creates a new look for this basic block pattern.

Materials: 12x12 Graphite Grid Paper and 3x4 Strip Frame Die

Photos Taken at Gettysburg, PA

This sample was made following the same pattern, but using the x-favor die set.

"Bryce Canyon" by Paije

Materials: 12x12 Military Green Grid Paper, and the 4x4 & 3x4 X Factor Dies

Photos Taken at Bryce Canyon National Park in Utah

In this rendition, the circle center die was used in the corners.

"Colonial Cole" by Tami Potter

Materials: 12x12 Forest Grid Paper, and 3x3 Circle Center Frame Die

Photos taken at Colonial Williamsburg in Virginia

Following the same basic pattern, this layout sample was made using the Horizon die set.

"Spring Day" by Paije

Materials: 12x12 Sky Blue Grid Paper, the Horizon Die Set, and pattern paper from Doodlebug Design™.

Photos Taken at Colonial Williamsburg in Virginia

And this sample was created using the Diamond Mine die set.

'Tampa Trip" by Paije

Materials: 12x12 Heatwave Grid Paper (Summer Collection), and the 3x4 & 3x3 Diamond Mine Dies.

Photos Taken at Busch Gardens in Tampa, Florida

Another cool aspect of the pattern gallery is that it cane be searched a number of ways.  You can search by the number of photos (design spots), the basic die set(s) used, and even by category (such as columns, strips, pinwheel, etc.)

American Girls

My My My - How quickly the time flies!  This week marks seven years from the time I took my nieces to Chicago for Spring Break so that they could visit the American Girl store.  The trip was EPIC and I love looking at these memories.  But I'm sad at how quickly these sweet little girls have grown up to be brilliant young ladies preparing for college and all of their future dreams.

Did you know? Mosaic Moments offers ONLINE Classes via Youtube!

If you're one of those folks who buys dies and then finds yourself a little overwhelmed when you sit down to work with your photos, I've got GREAT NEWS for you!  Mosaic Moments offers a series of step-by-step videos on YouTube that slowly and gently walk you through creating fabulous layouts using the Mosaic Moments Dies.  The class is set up in daily installments.

Here are the links:

Day One - Using the Basic Dies

Day Two - Adding Mosaic Elements

Day Three - Adding Decorative Dies

Day Four - Creating Multiple Layers

Be on the lookout - the next class will post tomorrow, April 2, 2019!!