THE JOY OF CARTONNAGE
In this course, you will learn everything you need to know to get started in Cartonnage, making simple gifts for your loved ones!
You will explore the possibilities of this craft, including all basic materials, how to cut paper, and how to use DIY kits to make various projects.
Additionally, you will learn the fundamental process of covering paper with fabric while creating a simple project—a cartonnage tool case.
Alongside the videos, you can also access ebooks containing all the basic information about the technique and instructions on how to make simple projects.
You will have the opportunity to see and practice the technique and decide if Cartonnage is for you!
HANDMADE BY YOU
Every Cartonnage project is more than just a box!
It's a piece of love, memories, and an
expression of your affection.
This course is a great opportunity to start using your beautiful stash of fabrics in a different way, creating an amazing fabric box and surprise your loved ones with one-of-a-kind handmade gift!
Receiving special gifts that were made just for you is wonderful! Having fun making unique gifts for yourself or for someone is so good! Cartonnage is a great "no-sew" technique that allow us to make one-of-a-kind pieces that will make you so proud of have made it!
THE CARTONNAGE CLUB
Join our Cartonnage Club to start making them following unique tutorials, from the basics to more advanced, including learning how to make the projects to fit your needs!
Members also get great discounts and gifts from our Loyalty program, and connect with lots of cartonnage lovers in our Cartonnage Club private community and in our bi-monthly virtual meetings!
NOTE: Our Club is not accepting new members right now - doors will open again late Summer/Fall 2024 - so join our waitlist to be the first to know about it.
Check our Online School Page for "On Demand" courses that you can start right now!
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YOUR FREE EBOOK
In this eBook you will learn the Basics about
Cartonnage, tools and practices and you will be
able to make two amazing functional projects:
a mini sewing kit and a single fabric box,
using only 2 coordinating fat quarters.
Check out the course curriculum:
- Welcome to this course (START HERE!)
- Cartonnage possibilities (3:01)
- Materials (3:54)
- Resource guide: where to find the materials for cartonnage
- Which CHIPBOARD to use in your projects and how to cut it (29:17)
- Direction of the grain of the paper - watch this before cutting papers (3:51)
- How to cut paper (14:12)
- Tips to have great finishing for your cartonnage projects (6:47)
- Covering paper with fabric_making a tool case (29:37)
- Cartonnage "Basics to make fabric covered boxes" (eBook) _ Learn how to make a single fabric box (DIY kit 104)
- Important Links
See what others are saying about Cartonnage and Claudia's courses:
Explore your creativity with Cartonnage in the comfort of your own home!
Have fun gluing & making amazing fabric boxes and gifts with no sewing!
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Frequently Asked Questions
What crafting skills do I need to be able to do Cartonnage?
None! No expensive machines, no sewing to work with Cartonnage. In this technique we use paper boards, fabric and glue as the main material. The tools are very simple and easy to find.
Should I be live to participate?
No, this is a recorded video tutorial course and you can watch at your best time/pace
Is there close caption available?
Unfortunately there isn't close caption.
I am having trouble for sign up or viewing the videos. What should I do?
If you are not able to sign up, apply coupon code, or are having trouble with viewing the videos, please email [email protected] with a description of the problem and we will work on resolving the issue.
Meet Claudia
I'm Claudia Squio - founder of ColorWay Arts and the teacher here. I've been designing and making cartonnage boxes and other projects for a while, and it feels like forever!
I'm the author of the Book Cartonnage Basics & Beyond - the complete guide for fabric box making.
I have a real passion for crafts, especially fabric related, I love the texture, the combinations, but I was never good at sewing (don't tell anyone!), so I found gluing fabric relaxing and wonderful.
And, most of all, I LOVE teaching and sharing this amazing technique with thousands of fabric/paper lovers through my local and online classes and my Cartonnage Club.
I'm a Brazilian-American living in Michigan with my wonderful supportive family - husband and two kids.
HAPPY GLUYING!
LOVE, Claudia
