Archive for the ‘Copics’ Category

Calling West Sussex!!

Wednesday, September 1st, 2010

I’m sure you’re aware but I just wanted to remind you that it is the South Stamp Show this Saturday - 4th September at the Charmandean Centre, Worthing, West Sussex BN14 9HS.  The show starts at 10:30 and closes at 4:30pm.  You can buy tickets on the door so don’t worry that you’re too late to book! 

We have lots of lovely new stamps to show you and will of course be demonstrating with the fantastic Copic markers.

Wendy is running various Copic Classes nationwide including:- 

NATIONWIDE COPIC CLASSES COMING SOON

Introduction to Copic Ciao Class at Hilton Avisford Park, Yapton Lane, Walberton, Arundel,

BN18 0LS (Easy Access from A27)

on Sunday 3rd October 2010 from 10:30-3:30

CLASS MUST BE PRE-BOOKED

The class costs £42.00 and this includes the day tuition, 4 Copic Ciao markers and tea/coffee on arrival.  The venue is located just off the A27 making it easy access whether you are coming from Portsmouth/Chicester, Worthing/Brighton  or East Grinstead/Horsham direction.  If you wish to book this class or receive further details please either email Wendy at wendy@stampsandmemories.co.uk or call 01488 658728

Copic Classes

Sunday, August 22nd, 2010

Another busy weekend…   Yesterday was the Kintbury Summer show and Introduction to Copic Class; whilst today was the first Next Step class.   I designed this class for the people who wanted more information following the Introduction class.  Here’s a photo of the Next Step delegates enjoying themselves with Copics.  p8223404

And here’s what they had to say at the end of the course:

“Great course, informative, fun and great for old and new users.  Keep up the good work” - Nikola

“Excellent course, the information was invaluable and both Karen and Wendy were great teachers and hosts.  Thank You” - Jo

“Fantastic course! Went away feeling confident and able to use copics much better than when I started”  - Caroline

Another brilliant day, great company and brilliant tutors.  If you need to think about attending, don’t just book it!”  - Ruby

Fantastic course, so informative and I can finally understand shading more.  Wendy and Karen have been amazing tutors and i have had a brilliant weekend” - Sarah

Another fantastic dat!  Thanks Karen and Wendy - Jo

Details on our various Copic Classes can be found online at http://www.stampsandmemories.co.uk/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=281_306.  Other new dates and venues will be added for later 2010 - 2011 soon. 

Any questions please contact Wendy on 01488 658728 or email wendy@stampsandmemories.co.uk

I would like to Thank everyone who attended and gave such wonderful comments.

Have fun, Wendyx

UK Copic Certification

Monday, August 16th, 2010

ciao-penOur first UK Copic Certification event will be held on Sunday 21st November 2010 at the Elcot Park Hotel, Newbury, Berkshire.  If you would like any further information please contact Wendy on 01488 658728 or email me at wendy@stampsandmemories.co.uk.

NEW COPIC CLASSES

Tuesday, July 20th, 2010

 

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I am pleased to announce new dates and venues for Copic Classes Autumn 2010 with other dates for 2010- 2011 coming soon…

 

 

 

 

Saturday 21st August – Introduction to Copic Class – Kintbury, Berkshire

 

Sunday 22nd August – Next Step with Copic – Kintbury, Berkshire   NEW CLASS

 

Sunday 3rd October – Introduction to Copic Class – Arundel, West Sussex NEW VENUE

 

Sunday 24th October – Introduction to Copic Class – Stevenage, Herts

 

Sunday 14th November – Introduction to Copic Class – Warrington, NW NEW VENUE

 

Details of the COPICific Retreat weekend details will be announced as soon as we have found a suitable venue for Spring 2011.  The weekend will be a great time for all Copic enthusiast as we will cover all the various techniques in classes, playtime, shopping and evening entertainment at a delightful hotel. 

 

The Copic Certification programme for 2011 details will be announced asap.  I am currently working on the Certification manual, which will be available to all delegates attending the class.   To attend the class you will have to complete an application form which will be available for you to download shortly.

 

Classes can be booked online or by calling Wendy on 01488 658728.  If you have any questions please email wendy@stampsandmemories or ring the above number,

 

Hope to see you soon,


Wendy

 

Copic Certified and Regional Instructor

 

 

 

 

Lutterworth 3rd Copic Class

Monday, May 17th, 2010

The Lutterworth 3rd Introduction to Copic Class took place yesterday with comments from customers including:

“Great fun, learnt new techniques to take away and practice”

“Really helpful. Very Clear instructions, easy to understand.  Great to have time to practise!”

“Thoughly enjoyed the class.  Learnt loads about how to use Copics - will definitely look out for the next class”.

As you can see from the comments everyone seemed to enjoy the class.  Sorry I forgot to take a photo - just too busy (and tired having left home at 6:30am and not home again till about 7:30pm- shattered!!!)

 Our new Class dates will be following very soon so if you are interested in attending a class watch this space.. If you want a class in your area please drop a line to wendy@stampsandmemories.co.uk

New Card will follow later this week,

Wendyx

Gardenia Greenthumbs

Saturday, May 15th, 2010

I must be on a roll here’s another card - this time the card is for my friend Sonia - HAPPY BIRTHDAY SONIA!!! 

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I have used our new Medium Retro Flower punch (in stock now) and placed a self adhesive pearl in the centre; other items used include:

The stamp is Gardenia Greenthumbs from Stamping Bella which we have a few in stock (phone for details please as we can only sell mail order or locally the supplier will not allow website selling, accordingly my limited range of Stamping Bella stamps are currently being offered with 10% discount),
Papers are from a free pack included in a magazine from My Minds Eye!
Coloured with Copic Ciao markers
Black Memento Inkpad
Nestabilities Circles and Circle Scallop 
mini Metallic brads (in stock and will be added to website shortly)
Hope you like the card, Happy Stamping, Wendyx

New Glittered Florettes in stock

Thursday, May 13th, 2010

img005 Finally I get to post a completed card!!  Life has just been a rollercoaster recently including attending shows all over the country. Thought you may like to see this card which uses our new white glittered florettes from Petaloo.  http://www.stampsandmemories.co.uk/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=281_313&products_id=3210 I have simply coloured them with my Copic pens so that they co-ordinate with the colours in the background paper.  Even coloured you still see that wonderful sparkle. 

For this card I have used:

I have used

Funky Flowers set
Coloured with Copic Ciao
Black Memento Inkpad 
Nestabilities Circles and Circle Scallop
Glittered Florette Flowers

Just a reminder that we are currently offering FREE P&P on all orders over £10 from our website at www.stampsandmemories.co.uk

Leicestershire Copic Class

Wednesday, May 5th, 2010

Calling all fans of Copic markers living in Leicestershire or near the M1.  Our Introduction to Copic Class will be running in Walcote, near Lutterworth on Sunday 16th May.  We are approx 1mile from junction 20 of the M1. 

We still have a few spaces available so if you would like to learn how to achieve professional effects with your markers then come along. Full details can be found online where you can also book, or call me on 01488 658728.  IT IS ESSENTIAL TO BOOK PRIOR TO TEH CLASS.   www.stampsandmemories.co.uk

Happy Stamping Wendy

Copic Instructor

Friday, March 5th, 2010

img001Well here is the proof that I am now a qualified Copic Instructor.  We are currently running Introduction to Copic Ciao in various locations throughout the UK.  Our new class “Next Step with Copic”(too attend this class you should have already taken our Introduction to Copic class); and the NEW to UK Copic Certification courses will be introduced later this Spring.  Watch our website/blog for details.  Alternatively contact me and I’ll let you know as soon as we have a class in your area.

I have lots of exciting Copic plans in the pipeline including a new Copic Online club with challenges, Copic friends and regular Copic Wednesday with hints, tips and techniques and card samples.

Exeter and Bristol Copic Classes

Tuesday, March 2nd, 2010

Interested in learning more about Alcohol Markers and live in the Exeter or Bristol areas, then why not come along to our Introduction to Copic Ciao classes next weekend… 

The day class costs just £40 and includes a goodie bag with 4 Copic Ciao markers. 

If you need more information please contact Wendy on 01488 658728.  Bookings can be made online or by telephone….