Distress Techniques: Watercolor Pencils Part 2 – Online Class

In this class, we will continue to explore the world of Distress Watercolor Pencils. We will build on what was learned in Distress Techniques: Watercolor Pencils. While not mandatory, it’s recommended to enroll in the first session of the Watercolor Pencils Distress Techniques online course. That class dives into foundational knowledge important for learning about this medium. Participating in that first class will give you a solid understanding of Distress Watercolor Pencils and how to use them. This part two session will primarily focus on more techniques.

Jenn is going to share a variety of different techniques that you will be able to use in your cardmaking, mixed media, and papercrafting adventures. This class is going to be dedicated to learning and creative play. We will not complete any final projects but will have fabulous backgrounds that you could create cards, use in your projects later, or use as references in your crafty space. This class is perfect for beginners or more advanced papercrafters- there is something to learn for everyone!

All of the class videos will be available to watch in private YouTube videos, there is no need to have Facebook to participate!

Join Jenn for the LIVE class, hosted on YouTube (private videos) on May 18th or you can take the class anytime after that when it is convenient for you!

• session one, 11a-2p ET
• session two, 3p-5p ET

Also included in the class:

• downloadable supply list
• card kit prep information
• step-outs of the techniques you will be learning
• instructions listed per technique
• pics of projects, with links to more information about them

Order class supplies

Jenn does not ship kits for this class, so there are some supplies you should have on hand. Mostly, Jenn wants you to use what you have and see what you like during class, then you can always invest in more. All supplies are pictured and linked below. If you are going to shop online:

Simon Says Stamp: https://shurk.us/simonsaysstamp-store
Ranger: https://shurk.us/shop-ranger
I stock some of my favorite supplies here in my shop as well: https://shurkus.com/product-category/supplies

Find my other affiliate links here: https://shurkus.com/jennabler-alert

if you have questions please email

Supply List:

Required Supplies- Even though I list these as required, in reality, anything can be substituted in class, and you can make your cards with any supplies

• At least 1 set of Distress Watercolor Pencils. Jenn will be using colors from all 6 sets, but you can take the class not owning them all.
• Distress Watercolor Cardstock – you can use a different watercolor cardstock, but you might get different results. Jenn highly recommends that you use Distress Watercolor Cardstock in class to get a similar outcome. You can experiment with other cardstock after class. Jenn used 20- 4.25″ X 5.5″ sheets of Distress Watercolor Cardstock to create samples for the class. You can choose to have more or less on hand.
• Water Mister Spray Bottle – Jenn recommends the Distress Sprayer
• Heat Tool – Jenn recommends the Ranger Heat Tool
• Flour Sack Cloth
• A non-porous surface to work on – Jenn recommends a Ranger Craft sheet or Tim Holtz Glass Mat
• Paintbrushes – Jenn will be using Round paintbrushes in sizes #2 and #4, Ranger has a fabulous variety pack
• Cup or Bowl for water – Jenn loves this collapsible one
• shaped dies (flowers, fruit, bugs, etc.). Specific ones Jenn will be demo’ing with are shown/linked below, but she encourages you to use what you have
• variety of stencils with larger openings. Specific ones Jenn will be demo’ing with are shown/linked below, but she encourages you to use what you have

Optional Supplies- These items are not required to complete the cards, you can substitute them with items you have.

• Distress Kraft Heavystock *
• Distress Mixed Media Heavystock *
• Distress Mediums * : Distress Texture Paste , Distress Grit Paste, Distress Crackle Paste

* I am using some leftover backgrounds from Distress Techniques: Sprays & Mediums that I haven’t created with yet. You do not need these for class, you can watch my demo in class and determine after if you would like them or have been “jennabled”

Distress Watercolor Pencil Full Set Bundle Shop at: SSS	Tim Holtz, Distress Watercolor Cardstock 8.5 x 11 Shop at: SSS | shurkus | R	Tim Holtz/Ranger Ink, Distress Watercolor Cardstock 4 1/4 x 5 1/2 Shop at: shurkus | HBS	Mobius & Ruppert Brass Pencil Sharpeners Shop at: BA
Mint Glue Tube Holder Shop at: shurkus	Blick Arts, Master Synthetic Round #4 Brush Shop at: BA	Blick Arts, Master Synthetic Round #2 Brush Shop at: BA	Ranger Paintbrush Set Shop at: SSS | shurkus | R
Faber-Castell, Collapsible Water Cup Shop at: shurkus	Spellbinders, Best Ever Craft Tape Shop at: SSS | shurkus | TS	Glitter All Of The Things, Flour Sack Cloth Shop at: shurkus	Ranger, 2oz Mister Shop at: SSS | shurkus | R
99% Isopropyl Alcohol Shop at: TS	Ranger, Heat Tool Shop at: SSS | HBS | R	Tim Holtz Distress Sprayer Ranger 4 Ounces Shop at: SSS | shurkus | HBS | R	Wendy Vecchi, 7 inch Stay-tion Shop at: SSS | shurkus | HBS | R
Lawn Fawn Stamp Shammy Shop at: SSS | shurkus | LF	Mermaid Mint Shammy Case Shop at: shurkus	Ranger Non Stick Craft Sheet Shop at: SSS | R	Tim Holtz/Tonic Travel Glass Media Mat Shop at: SSS
Klutter Keeper Shop at: shurkus	Tim Holtz/Tonic 8.5 Guillotine Paper Trimmer Shop at: SSS | HBS | R

Dies and stencils that Jenn may use:

Jenn encourages you to use what you have in your stash. Just have a few shaped dies (flowers, fruit, bugs, etc.) and various stencils with larger openings.

Tim Holtz/Sizzix, Vault Wildflowers Thinlits Dies Shop at: SSS	Tim Holtz/ Sizzix, Leaf Fragments Shop at: SSS	Honey Bee Stamps, Lovely Layers: Strawberries Shop at: HBS	Tim Holtz/Sizzix, Feathery Thinlits Shop at: SSS
Lawn Fawn, Stitched Root Veggies Shop at: LF	Lawn Fawn, Stitched Garden Veggies Shop at: LF	Tim Holtz/Stampers Anonymous, Spots Layering Stencil Shop at: SSS	Lawn Fawn, Lots Of Stars Background Stencils Shop at: LF
Tim Holtz/Stampers Anonymous, Wheel Layering Stencil Shop at: SSS	Newton’s Nook, Cloudy Sky Stencil Shop at: SSS	Tim Holtz/Stampers Anonymous, Brush Mark THS167 Layering Stencil Shop at: SSS	Tim Holtz/ Stampers Anonymous, Layering Stencil THS037 Shop at: SSS

Once you have purchased this online class, you can access the class resource page by logging into your account www.shurkus.com/my-account , choosing “classes & events” and then choosing this class. You will find the downloadable class supply list and class prep handout on the class resource page. You will also find the details about the class videos hosted on private YouTube links. As the class gets closer, the handout will also be posted on the class resource page and attendees will be emailed.

All class videos are hosted on YouTube, and all private information can be found on the class resource page through your login to my website. Jenn will email class attendees with any important class updates or changes. Add creative-chick@shurkus.com as a safe email so you don’t miss any notices. We encourage you to join Jenn’s {creative chick} studio share Facebook group, which is a public group and open to any papercrafters. You can still share posts in the group as you are preparing for class, what your crafty space looks like all setup, and your cards after class. If you have questions about the class, you can still ask them in this group, and tag Jenn in the post by typing @jenn shurkus to tag her. OR you can send Jenn an email at creative-chick@shurkus.com

With the supplies you have gathered, you will be able to watch the videos and create along with Jenn as she teaches. You can comment, ask questions, and interact with other students. You can also share your projects on social media or in the Facebook group using the hashtag #CreativeChickClasses. If you miss the live broadcast or want to rewatch it, it will be permanently saved on YouTube.

FAQ about online classes can be seen here