scrapbookers. quilters. mixed media artists. cardmakers. Whatever you want to be called – I just love people who get creative and make stuff.

Going to crafty events or teaching classes ALWAYS makes me inspired. I love seeing other people’s ideas, different ways of doing things, and just the downright POSITIVE energy that a room full of crafty people are bound to have.

Yesterday I taught at Scrapbook Territory and we had a blast! One of the ladies commented that she could tell I put a lot of effort into class being full of fun details. *THANK YOU!* I so try my very best.

I came armed with sweet treats, my notes, loads of product, and of course… a venti vanilla latte for extra pep in my step! I’m really fortunate to be teaching at some AWESOME stores this year – Scrapbook Territory is no exception. Huge store, loads of stuff (and dang near EVERY item that Tim Holtz makes!! not to mention LOADS of other cool stuff!)

Now I’m back home and ready to play and create new goodies! (and prep for my next round of classes!!) I have a few Bits & Pieces kits still available – you can get them directly from me (mflaum @ comcast.net) or through my etsy store. I’m going to be making sure I have a few kits from each class I do available to those who aren’t able to make it – so stay tuned!

http://www.etsy.com/shop/mayflaumdesigns

I am loving how my first in-person class of 2011 is coming together. It’s called Bits & Pieces, and I’ll be teaching it at Scrapbook Territory in Berkeley, CA this Saturday.

In person classes are an entirely different process vs on-line. I love both, I think both are wonderful. They’re just different!

This class features two single-page layouts being made during class. BUT! Kits include supplies enough + image of 2-page layouts in case you’re wanting to create a complimentary page at home after class. This lets me teach lots of technique and fun (this class focuses on layering and bits & pieces of course!) + give students chance to make it their own once back home.

I should have some kits available to ship if you can’t make it to class. My plan is to include pdf file of the handout given in class + my handwritten class notes for students purchasing kits, and I have to work out shipping, if I’ll sell them here or through etsy.com, etc.

In any case – I’m having a BLAST playing with so many lovely goodies and preparing for class…