New Website!!

I'm so excited for my new website! It's been so difficult figuring out what I want. I'm hyper-creative....constantly changing ideas and designs, so what does one do? I first had to streamline my work and then organize my product. Organize! Sometimes I don't know what that means. This year in particular has been the most challenging for my business. I'm taking it to a new level, and the balancing act is very important. How do you do it all? Here's a sneak peak at what's coming....here's a link about me.

Summer Screen Printing Workshops!!

Happy Summer, Everyone!
I have two workshops scheduled for this summer, and the first one is only weeks away!
The two sessions are:

July 23rd and 24th
Saturday and Sunday
11am to 2 pm, & 11am to 3 pm

August 20th, and 27th
Two-consecutive Saturdays
11 am to 2 pm, & 11am to 3 pm


Is that screen printing "kit" you got as a gift last year still sitting in its box? Do you want to make your own t-shirts or greeting cards, but feel a little intimidated by the whole "photo-emulsion" process and need help? Well, this class can answer all of your screen printing questions! You will learn how the photo-emulsion method of screen printing works, and print on fabric, paper, vinyl, plastic or even leather. This technique of screen printing is the most effective in achieving quality image detail. You will "burn" your screens with a professional exposure unit, and most importantly, learn how to construct your own exposure unit for future home projects.

This two-day workshop will walk you through the entire process of screen and image preparation to finished print!
Open print sessions are available to individuals who complete this introduction workshop.

Class Fee: $135
Fee covers all tools, including ink and one 10x14 inch screen you get to take home for more printing fun.
Class hours: 2 days, 7 hours total
Level: Beginner
For all adults, ages 16 and up
Limited to 6 students

Class outline:
First day, 3hours:
Please bring to class black and white illustrations, high-contrast photos or any imagery that inspires you. We will discuss how to properly prepare our images for the "burning" process. We will also discuss how to prep our screens and coat them with emulsion. Also, you will have the opportunity to make a reusable stencil and pull some prints.

Before the second class session, you will need to take a trip to a copy center and copy your design or designs to a few pieces of transparencies (which I will provide).

Second day, 4hours:
Please bring t-shirts, fabric or screen printing paper for the last session. We will then burn our screens and print! I will show you how to make your own exposure unit for home use. The screen you get to keep from class can be reused for your projects at home! I will also discuss the different properties of inks.

Location and Important Details

Screen Printing classes take place at Nicole's studio:
6635 North Baltimore Ave, Suite 109
Portland OR 97203, next to beautiful Cathedral Park.

To register for any of the above dates, please call Nicole at
503-422-1252 or send an email to: nicole@ciprianodesigns.com. A PayPal request will be sent to you. All class fees are due at registration. Refunds will be given to those who cancel two days before the first class meeting.

June Screen Printing Class

The next Silkscreen class is scheduled for Saturday, June 11th, 11am to 3pm. I'm running a Crafty Wonderland special: $135 instead of $155. This includes everything! This two-day workshop will teach you everything you need to know about the photographic screen printing process. You don't want to miss out!! Call me to register: 503-422-1252

Screen Printing Classes and Newsletter for May

Happy Spring! What a busy season it is with so many upcoming events and new screen printing classes. April has been a very exciting month, and I hope you will be able to join me sometime in May or June.
I want to thank everyone for all of your enthusiastic inquiries and emails regarding these classes and events. They inspire me to keep on creating! Thank you!
Hope to see you soon,
Nicole

Introduction to Screen Printing

Class Dates: May:

Session 1
Saturday and Sunday, May 21st and 22nd
11am to 3pm

Session 2
Tuesday, May 24th and Tuesday, May 31st
5pm to 9pm

June:
Session 3
Saturdays, June 11th and 18th
11am to 3pm

Learn all about the photo-emulsion method of screen printing and print on fabric, paper, vinyl, plastic and leather. This technique of screen printing is the most effective in achieving quality image detail. You will "burn" your screens with a professional exposure unit, and also learn how to construct your own exposure unit for home projects. This two-day workshop will walk you through the entire process of screen and image preparation to finished print! Open print sessions are available to individuals who complete this introduction workshop.

Class Fee: $155

Fee covers all tools, including ink and one 20x24 professional screen you get to take home for more printing fun.

Class hours: 2 days, 8 hours total

Level: Beginner

For all adults, ages 16 and up

Limited to 6 students

Please bring to class black and white illustrations, high-contrast photos or any imagery that inspires you. We will discuss how to properly compose these images the first day of the workshop. Also, bring t-shirts, fabric or screen printing paper for the second class meeting.

Class special running for session 1. $20 off for you and a friend if you sign up together.

**To register for any of the above dates, please call Nicole at 503-422-1252 or send an email to: nicole@ciprianodesigns.com. A PayPal request will be sent to you. All class fees are due at registration. Refunds will be given to those who cancel two days before the first class meeting.**

Open print day is an afternoon available to any student who has completed the Intro class. For $25 you have a three hour time slot to use the studio facilities. You have access to exposure unit, all tools, inks and even photo-emulsion. Plus, I will be there to help you troubleshoot and answer any questions you may have.

Open Print Day:

June 5th, 11am to 2pm
June 26th, 11am to 2pm

Events, events, events!!!

On May 3rd and 4th, Handmade NW is having a Mother's Day event at OHSU. They teamed up with the Heart Research Center to bring together this event! Come check it out and take a ride on the tram.

May 7th!!! Mark your calendars for this one day event!! Need I say more? Crafty Wonderland is the place to be! You can find me in booth 5, next to the DIY table.

Saturday, May 14th. I'm embracing my new neighborhood and joining in as one of the vendors for the 5th Annual St. Johns Bizarre. They're closing down the street and bringing in a parade.
Hope to see you there!


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Custom Work

A while back I made an iPad case for Seasons, the owner of Presents Of Mind. She owns one of my wallets with the same color leather and design. It was exciting to make this. I'm always up for the challenge of custom work. I don't own an iPad, so I had to make a replica out of cardboard (so fancy) to get the case just right.

Leather Construction Classes

I've been teaching workshops at Donna and Toots on Division Street, and I have one class that teaches you how to use different rivets, snaps and glue to create a one-of-a-kind accessory. Sewing leather can be tricky. It requires a walking foot and a lot of practice. If you don't have a sewing machine and want to make your own studded purse, this class could be just up your alley.


Here I am just teasing you with these pictures, and you're wondering when this class is running again. Well, I'm taking a break from teaching leather classes for a few months. If you're really interested in this workshop, send me an email. That way I can keep you updated. Thanks!



This is Tamara in the background. She owns Redux on Burnside, right by the Jupiter Hotel. Her store is filled with beautiful one-of-a-kind accessories and art. I love her shop and you will too once you walk through her doors.

The Sugar Cube

I had the privilege to make a leather baking tool sleeve for Kir Jensen of the Sugar Cube.
This very talented woman is writing a cookbook for Chronical, and I was so excited when she asked me to make something for her photo shoot. I love how the white logo pops out on the brown leather. It all morphed together so well!



Don't forget to visit her food cart on 43rd and Belmont, next to Movie Madness. It truly is a badass dessert cart!