Back To School Sale: 50% OFF Craft Supplies and Online Classes

September 9, 2015
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craftsy deals

To celebrate Back to School time, Craftsy is having a BIG sale for all our crafters and DIY folks! Stock up on craft supplies, patterns, projects and more plus take online classes all at up to 50% OFF regular prices.

Not a crafty type? No problem! Crafsty.com also offers great online classes in gardening, cooking, photography and other hobbies & interests. And each class comes with a 30-day 100% money-back guarantee so you can get a refund if you aren’t fully satisfied with your purchase decision. Visit the sale page to browse all classes, projects and supplies.

About Online Classes
Hundreds of classes in quilting, sewing, knitting, cake decorating, art, photography, cooking and many more categories, bring the world’s best instructors to you. Learn at your pace with easy-to-follow HD video lessons you can access on your computer and mobile device anytime, anytime, anywhere, forever.

You can even bookmark your favorite techniques to return to as often as you’d like with just a click. Plus, ask your expert instructor questions for all the personalized guidance you need to succeed!

I took the Knitting for Beginners online class a while back and it’s still one of my favorites! Read my Craftsy review here to learn more. Classes also make a great gift!

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Learn How To Paint a Portrait of Your Cat or Dog

March 26, 2014
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learn to paint pet portraits

I’m a big fan of web-based and self-paced learning, and it’s amazing what you can find online these days! I love watching YouTube How-To videos, but what’s even better are the FREE and low-cost classes that you can find over at Craftsy.com. I’ve mentioned before that I’ve taken their Online Knitting Class using my iPad in my spare time, and found it super fun and easy to follow. Their special software makes it really straightforward and organized to follow, and you can use a PC, laptop, tablet, or even your SmartPhone to take online lessons on your own schedule.

I was looking to see what’s new over in their course offerings and spotted a GREAT new class especially for Pet Lovers! It’s Pet Portraits taught by Pat Weaver, and it’s on sale for $19.99. That’s 33% OFF the regular price of $29.99 and you get:

  • 6 HD video lessons with anytime, anywhere access
  • Downloadable class materials, including supplies and a color wheel
  • Over 2.5 hours of close-up instruction
  • Answers from Weaver in Craftsy’s virtual classroom

learn to paint a pet portrait

One really cool thing about Craftsy classes is that once you buy one, it’s yours to keep and take over and over again anytime you want. You can skip around in the lessons, or do them in order from start to finish. When you have questions or need help, you can post messages for the instructor and other students. You can also see photos that other students post of their finished projects, which I find great inspiration. They also offer a 100% Satisfaction Guarantee!

Class Description

Capture your darling dog or cat in a lovable, lifelike work of art! Join renowned animal artist Pat Weaver and discover how easy it is to photograph, sketch and paint your pet. Find out how to select the best source photo for your piece, and discover Pat’s easy process for quickly and accurately sketching any dog or cat. Use a simple template and transfer method to translate your sketch to canvas, and then explore value and color. Work with acrylic paint to mix lovely grays and neutral hues that are ideal for animal features and fur, and practice painting expressive eyes with realistic warmth. Follow Pat through three demonstrations as you create your own pet portrait, using loose, fluid brushstrokes to develop fur and whiskers and layer colors for a dimensional effect.

Keep in mind that you will need to buy a few art supplies locally, but the instructor has a downloadable list of everything you’ll need. You can also read reviews posted by other students. One review I read says that this was “the best class I’ve ever taken” which is pretty high praise, indeed! Head on over to Craftsy and check out the Pet Portrait Class while it’s on sale!

Not ready to buy a class yet? Check out the FREE Mini-Courses available to everyone at NO cost. It’s a great way to see what Craftsy is all about and how it works.

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Giveaway: WIN a $60 Online Photography Class from Craftsy!

March 5, 2014
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photo class giveaway

We’ve got a VERY special giveaway for all our fans and readers! If you’ve ever wanted to learn more about photography and take better family & pet photos, then keep reading! One lucky winner is going to be randomly selected to receive a full Online Photography Class courtesy of Craftsy, the leading online learning platform and community of over 1.5 million users. Craftsy offers more than 350 online classes in quilting, sewing, cake decorating, food and photography plus lots more!

As with all Craftsy classes, you’ll be able to take this Photography Class on your own schedule, and repeat it as often as you wish. Once you own a Craftsy class, it’s yours to keep and watch on just about any web-enabled device you wish, including iPad, Laptop, Smartphone or Computer. I took their Knitting 101 class and love how easy they make it to follow along!

The Prize:

Family Photography: Candid Moments & Storytelling

Gain the confidence and skills you need to turn spontaneous moments into unforgettable photos! Learn expert strategies for indoor and outdoor family shoots guided by professional photographer Kirk Tuck, and discover how to think like a storyteller for compelling photos that capture your subject’s personality. Explore the key settings behind blur-free action shots, and unlock the secret for shooting successfully in harsh sunlight. Use bounce flash for flattering indoor portraits, and dive into Adobe Lightroom with essential presets and advanced techniques for professional images that will bring out the best in everyone. Plus, learn how to size, format and export photos for personalized greeting cards that showcase your family and your photography skills!

lesson plan

Enter by March 16, 2014:

Follow the link below and either create a new Craftsy account or login to your existing account if you are already a member. It’s totally free to join and you’ll get access to some FREE mini craft classes, too!

To be automatically entered into the giveaway, just make sure to use the link below to be eligible.  One winner will be randomly selected and will receive the Family Photography Online Class from Craftsy ($59.99 ARV)!  Giveaway ends 11:59pm ET on 3/16/14. Good Luck everybody!!!

Click Here–>> Enter to win a Family Photography Craftsy class!

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Free Online Photography Course: Learn How To Take Professional Family Portraits

November 9, 2013
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Learn How To Take Professional Family Portraits for FREE! How perfect a class is this for the holiday season? Whether your getting ready to take family portraits for Christmas cards or just want to have some nice new photos for picture frames at home, you can wow everyone with professional quality pictures! Craftsy, one of my favorite online craft sites, is offering a FREE online course in family portrait photography with an hour and a half of video instruction.

free photography course

Learning how to take family portraits is great for crafting and DIY projects, and perfect for the special canvas print offers I post frequently. Just make sure you don’t forget to include the fur kids in the pictures!

There’s no strings attached…to access the free lessons, you just signup here and get started on your computer, tablet, smartphone or other device. You can pause and restart lessons any time, learn on your own schedule, and leave questions as messages for the instructor or other students. They’ve got other free courses in everything from baking to quilting, as well as full-length courses you can pay to join if you like. I took the knitting course a while back and really learned a lot! Visit Craftsy here to learn more and get started.

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Free Needle Craft Patterns and Cake Decorating Recipes at Craftsy

June 18, 2013
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free dog sweater pattern

Did you know that in addition to free online craft classes, Craftsy also offers free pattern pages for Embroidery, Knitting, Sewing, and Quilting, and free cake decorating recipes? There are even some FREE dog sweater patterns…Check it out!

Free Patterns and Recipes at Crafsty

Online Sewing Class

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