Adult + Youth Cardmaking: Sunday, August 9th 1:30-3:30, Adults + Kids 10+
Adult + Child Card Crafting: Handcrafted with Heart
Designed for adults to CREATE with a child 10+ years old | Sunday, August 9th | 1:30–3:30 PM
One adult per child, or adults are welcome to attend on their own. (Teens ages 14-18 can attend independently for the price of the child, too!)In a world of text messages and hurried greetings, there's something truly special about slowing down and creating something by hand.
Join us for a heartwarming afternoon of cardmaking where adults and children create side by side, learning artistic techniques while making beautiful cards to share with the people they love. Modern handmade cards are miniature works of art - combining color, texture, design, and creativity into something both meaningful and memorable.
Whether you're a parent, grandparent, aunt, uncle, mentor, or simply an adult who loves to create, this workshop is a chance to model the joy of making. Children learn so much by watching the adults in their lives try new things, embrace creativity, and take pride in creating something from the heart.
Together, you'll explore:
• The art of stamping — create crisp, beautiful images using stamps, ink pads, and stamping platforms.
• Ink blending techniques — blend colors smoothly to create dreamy skies, floral backgrounds, and artistic effects.
• Texture and dimension — experiment with stencils and embossing folders that transform paper into layered works of art.
• Special finishing touches — add sparkle, shine, and embellishments to make each card uniquely your own.
• Several finished cards — ready to gift, display, or tuck away for someone who could use a thoughtful surprise.
There's something magical about giving a handmade card. It's more than paper and ink - it's time spent, creativity shared, and a reminder to someone that they matter. And when you create alongside a child, you're giving an even greater gift: the example that making beautiful things is worth slowing down for.
Our instructor, Hong Bloom, has been making and designing cards for over 15 years and loves sharing her knowledge in a relaxed, encouraging atmosphere. Whether this is your first card or your fiftieth, you'll leave inspired, proud of what you've created, and perhaps with a new family tradition.
What to bring:
Just yourselves and your creativity! All materials are provided, including stamps, inks, cardstock, dies, adhesives, embossing tools, and embellishments.Come make art together, make memories together, and create something beautiful enough to give away.
About the Artist:
Hong Bloom discovered the art of cardmaking about 15 years ago as a personal hobby — and what began as a creative outlet quickly grew into a deep passion. Over the years, Hong has immersed herself in a wide range of cardmaking techniques, from stamping and ink blending to stenciling, embossing, and the sparkly satisfaction of glitter gel and shaker cards. What keeps Hong coming back to the craft table is the whole experience — the joy of experimenting with new techniques, the delight of placing a handmade card in someone's hands, and the warm, creative community that cardmaking naturally brings together. For Hong, every card is an opportunity to make someone feel seen, celebrated, and loved. After 15 years of honing her skills and building a deep library of techniques, Hong is thrilled to share her love of cardmaking with others. Her teaching style is encouraging, approachable, and full of enthusiasm — perfect for beginners and experienced crafters alike.
