AECP Cardmaking Workshops

Our brilliant Educators host regular workshops. If you want to stay updated, please stop by this page as we will update it frequently with upcoming workshops.

     

    April 2026

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    Date/Time: April 11th, 2026, 11:00 am to 1:00 pm EDT
    Instructor: Ishani
    Location: Zoom
    Cost of Class: FREE

    Feathered Beauty to Paradise

    Join Ishani to transform a simple feathered die into a vibrant Bird of Paradise! Explore creative die-cutting and bold ink blending techniques while learning how to stretch your supplies and reimagine them into something striking and unexpected.

    Signup info: To sign up, please email Ishani at ishani.crafts@gmail.com with the subject "April 11th Workshop".
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    Date/Time: April 16th, 2026, 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm EDT
    Instructor: Elizabeth Ortiz
    Location: Zoom
    Cost of Class: FREE

    Botanical Planter: Butterfly Ranunculus

    Craft a dimensional garden-inspired card featuring a rustic planter filled with beautifully layered ranunculus blossoms. Learn simple techniques for shaping florals and building depth while creating a charming botanical design full of natural texture and garden-inspired elegance.
    To sign up, visit Liz's blog and fill out the form.
    Date/Time: April 18th, 2026, 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm EDT
    Instructor: Revati Panickar
    Location: Zoom
    Cost of Class: FREE

    Garden Wall with Climbing Vines

    Create a charming garden wall scene with climbing vines and delicate florals in this creative workshop. Explore stamping, ink blending, and die-cutting techniques while building a layered design. A clever embossing-folder inking trick adds beautiful texture and extra dimension.
    To sign up, email Revati at revati.jishin@gmail.com with the subject "April 18th Workshop".
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    Date/Time: April 18th, 2026, 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm EDT
    Instructor: Aditi Mahajan
    Location: Zoom
    Cost of Class: $8

    Twin Blooms: One Palette, Two Cards

    Join Aditi Mahajan to explore how a single color palette can create multiple stunning designs. Craft a vibrant floral card while learning blending and depth-building techniques. A bonus recorded tutorial shows how the same palette inspires a second beautiful card.
    To sign up, visit Aditi's blog.
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    Date/Time: April 19th, 2026, 12:00 pm to 1:30 pm EDT
    Instructor: Jennifer Johnston
    Location: Zoom
    Cost of Class: FREE

    Elegant Layers: Dimensional Die-Cut Design

    Explore the art of delicate layering and dimensional die-cutting in this technique-focused workshop. Learn how to balance bold focal elements with soft backgrounds to create a striking card panel that feels both modern and timeless.
    To sign up, visit Jennifer's blog.
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    Date/Time: April 25th, 2026, 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm EDT
    Instructor: Lana D. Taber
    Location: Zoom
    Cost of Class: FREE

    Seal the Moment with Lana: Floral Wax Seal Foundations

    Join Lana to explore the art of floral wax seals in this monthly workshop series. Learn foundational techniques, experiment with floral designs, and discover how to create elegant wax seal accents that add timeless charm to your cards and projects.

    To sign up, email Lana at lanabylanadesign@gmail.com with the subject "April Workshop".

     

     

    May 2026

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    Date/Time: May 2nd, 2026, 11:00 am to 1:00 pm EDT
    Instructor: Ishani
    Location: Zoom
    Cost of Class: FREE

    Rustic Textures: Pottery-Inspired Card Design

    Join Ishani to explore creative ways to add rustic texture and get more from your supplies. Learn techniques for enhancing die-cuts with ink blending and simple stamping to create a rich, pottery-inspired design for your handmade cards.
    To sign up, email Ishani at ishani.crafts@gmail.com with the subject "May 2nd Workshop".

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    Date/Time: May 9th, 2026, 12:00 am to 2:00 pm EDT
    Instructor: Aditi Mahajan
    Location: Zoom
    Cost of Class: $8

    Lush Layered Florals

    Join Aditi Mahajan to create a vibrant floral card featuring dimensional ink-blended blooms and textured backgrounds. Learn techniques for blending bold colors, shaping layered petals, and arranging florals for impact. A bonus idea shows how to recreate the design in warm yellow tones.
    To sign up, visit Aditi's blog.

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    Date/Time: May 9th, 2026, 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm EDT
    Instructor: Revati Panickar
    Location: Zoom
    Cost of Class: FREE

    Cozy Living Room Scene Card

    Create a cozy living room scene filled with texture and vintage charm. Craft a detailed front panel, then reveal a trifold design that opens into a warm interior space. Learn techniques like partial stenciling and simple DIY effects for added dimension.
    To sign up, email Revati at revati.jishin@gmail.com with the subject "May 9th Workshop".

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    Date/Time: May 12th, 2026, 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm EDT
    Instructor: Traci Starkweather
    Location: Zoom
    Cost of Class: FREE

    Catchy Cards for the Men in Your Life

    Create a stylish handmade card designed especially for the men in your life! In this workshop, you’ll explore thoughtful layouts, balanced colors, and simple techniques to craft a clean, masculine design perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or everyday greetings.
    To sign up, email Traci at tracistarkweather@gmail.com with the subject "May Workshop".

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    Date/Time: May 13th, 2026, 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm EDT
    Instructor: Pam Boedeker
    Location: Zoom
    Cost of Class: FREE

    Watercolor Play: Bright Florals & Bubbly Techniques

    Enjoy a relaxing watercolor session painting bright floral clusters using playful techniques. Create two cards—one with a loose rainbow wash and another exploring highlights and shadows. A fun bubble watercolor demonstration adds unexpected texture and creative flair.
    To sign up, email Pam at grammy2bo@gmail.com with the subject "May Workshop".