In this class, we are going to dive into the world of Distress Watercolor Pencils. 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!
** Note: The LIVE portion has already taken place. Class resources are available. A replay of the class videos, group participation, coloring guides, and handouts **
If you can’t attend the class LIVE you will have access to it after to watch whenever it works into your schedule!
Included in the class is a downloadable class handout that will include:
- class 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
Some feedback from previous class attendees:
I’ve taken a lot of classes with Jenn, online and in-person. I always learn so much. Even tho I’m not a card maker, this class taught techniques it was easy to translate to pages in my art journals. Over the years Jenn has suggested supplies in her classes. Every single product she has recommended has proved its value a hundred fold to me! – rosebrierstudio
I thoroughly enjoyed this class. The knowledge base I have after taking this class helped me create and “go outside the box” on my creations. The handouts and sample photos that Jenn includes is invaluable! Thanks so much Jenn! – Deb Glover
This class was waaaaay out of my comfort zone! I had never done these techniques before. Jenn made it fun and easy…..and educational. It was interesting learning about the best kind of paper to use for these techniques and the different inks and how they react. I learned so much! Great class! – Linda Callahan
Order class supplies
Kits will not be shipped 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. Attendees will get a coupon code to save $20 of the 3 bundles of Distress Watercolor Pencils from Simon Says Stamp. This coupon is good until the end of February 2023. If you have questions please email Jenn
Supply List:
Jenn will be using colors from all 3 sets of Distress Watercolor Pencils, but you do not need them all to learn how to use them. Jenn will also be using a variety of stamps to demonstrate a variety of techniques, you do not need to have the exact same sets. Read below for more information:
Required Supplies:
- At least 1 set of Distress Watercolor Pencils. Class attendees will get a $20 off coupon code for the bundle of 3 pencil sets from Simon Says Stamp!
- 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 40- 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
- Embossing Ink and clear or white embossing powder (Jenn will be using Versafine Onyx Black ink, and Ultrafine Clear Embossing Powder)
- Embossing Gun
- Flour Sack Cloth
- Pencil and eraser
- Ruler
- Waterproof Pen, such as a Micron or Sharpie
- A non-porous surface to work on – Jenn recommends a Ranger Craft sheet or Tonic Non-Stick Craft Sheet
- Paintbrushes – Jenn will be using Round paintbrushes in sizes #2 and #4, Ranger has a fabulous variety pack
- Cup or Bowl for water
- Watercolor-friendly ink such as Archival Black Soot, or Lawn Fawn Jet Black
- Distress Ink Pad and Distress Oxide Pad. Jenn will be using Hickory Smoke Distress Ink and Distress Oxide, and Vintage Photo Distress Ink
- Stamps – Jenn will be using a variety of stamps. You can see specific sets Jenn will be using below, but you do not need to have these exact stamps- use what you have!
- Stamps that are open, where you can color them in (these can be clear or red rubber)
- Stamps that are solid, some detailed, some less detailed (these can be clear or red rubber, but Jenn recommends having at least one of each to experiment)
- Stamping Platform such as the Misti
Affiliate links may be used!
 Distress Watercolor Pencils Bundle Shop at: SSS | R |
 Distress Watercolor Pencils, set 3 Shop at: SSS | R |
 Distress Watercolor Pencils, set 2 Shop at: SSS | R |
 Distress Watercolor Pencils, set 1 Shop at: SSS | R |
 Mobius & Ruppert Brass Pencil Sharpeners Shop at: BA |
 Tim Holtz/Ranger, Distress Archival Ink 4 Pack Shop at: SSS | R |
 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 | R |
 Tim Holtz Distress Sprayer Ranger 4 Ounces Shop at: SSS | R |
 Lawn Fawn, Jet Black Premium Ink Pad Shop at: SSS | shurkus | LF |
 Tim Holtz/Ranger Ink, Black Soot Archival Ink Shop at: SSS |
 Tsukineko Versafine Onyx Black Ink Pad Shop at: SSS | shurkus | HB |
 Tim Holtz, Hickory Smoke Distress Ink Shop at: SSS | R |
 Distress Oxide, Hickory Smoke Shop at: SSS | R |
 Tim Holtz, Vintage Photo Distress Ink Shop at: SSS | R |
 Flour Sack Cloths Shop at: Misc |
 Faber-Castell, Collapsible Water Cup Shop at: SSS |
 Ranger, Heat Tool Shop at: SSS | HB | R |
 Misti 2.0 Shop at: SSS | LF | HB |
 Mini Misti 2.0 Shop at: SSS | LF | HB |
 Tombow, Plastic Eraser Shop at: SSS | Misc | BA |
 Amazing Measuring Ruler, 6″ Shop at: shurkus |
 Amazing Measuring Ruler, 12″ Shop at: shurkus |
 Tim Holtz/Ranger Ink, Distress Watercolor Cardstock 4 1/4 x 5 1/2 Shop at: shurkus |
 Tim Holtz, Distress Watercolor Cardstock 8.5 x 11 Shop at: SSS | shurkus | R |
 Simon Says Stamp, Fine Detail Clear Embossing Powder Shop at: SSS |
 The Rabbit Hole Designs, Cottontail Powder Tool Shop at: shurkus |
 The Rabbit Hole Designs, Cottontail Powder Refill Shop at: shurkus |
 Sakura Black Ink Pigma Micron Pens Shop at: SSS |
 Paper Mate Profile Mech Mechanical Pencil Sets Shop at: Misc | BA |
 Tim Holtz/Tonic, Replacement non-stick mat Shop at: SSS |
 Ranger Non Stick Craft Sheet Shop at: SSS | R |
 Wagner Heat Tool Shop at: SSS |
 Lawn Fawn Stamp Shammy Shop at: SSS | shurkus | LF |
 Mermaid Mint Shammy Case Shop at: shurkus |
 Tim Holtz/Tonic 8.5 Guillotine Paper Trimmer Shop at: SSS | HB |
 Tim Holtz/Tonic Travel Glass Media Mat Shop at: SSS |
 Tim Holtz/Tonic Glass Media Mat Shop at: SSS |
 Tim Holtz/Stampers Anonymous, Bird Crazy Shop at: SSS |
 Tim Holtz/Stampers Anonymous, Flower Garden Shop at: SSS |
 Tim Holtz/Stampers Anonymous: Floral Outline Shop at: SSS | R |
 Tim Holtz/Stampers Anonymous: Botanic Collage Shop at: SSS |
 Tim Holtz/Stampers Anonymous: Exquisite Shop at: SSS |
 Tim Holtz/Stampers Anonymous, Sea Life, Tim Holtz Shop at: SSS |
 Tim Holtz/Stampers Anonymous, Watercolor Shop at: SSS |
 Simon Says Stamp, Beautiful Butterflies Shop at: SSS |
 Simon Says Stamp, Interlocking Leaves Shop at: SSS |
 Tim Holtz/Stampers Anonymous, Media Marks 2 Shop at: SSS |
Additional Stamp Sets that Jenn may use:
Affiliate links may be used!
 Tim Holtz/Stampers Anonymous, Papillon Shop at: SSS |
 Tim Holtz/Stampers Anonymous: Floral Elements Shop at: SSS |
 Tim Holtz/Stampers Anonymous: Leaf Prints Shop at: SSS |
 Tim Holtz/Stampers Anonymous: Leaf Prints Shop at: SSS |
 Tim Holtz/Stampers Anonymous, Nature’s Wonder Shop at: SSS |
 Tim Holtz/Stampers Anonymous, Media Marks 1 Shop at: SSS |
 Tim Holtz/Stampers Anonymous, Crazy Cats Shop at: SSS |
 Tim Holtz/Stampers Anonymous, Mini Bouquet Shop at: SSS |
Once you have purchased this online class, you are able to access the class resource page by logging into your account www.shurkus.com/my-account , choosing “classes & events” and then choosing this class. On the class resource page, you will find the downloadable class supply list and class prep handout. You will also find the details about the class LIVES which are hosted on private YouTube links. As the class gets closer the class handout will be posted there as well.
Starting with classes in 2023 I will no longer be starting a private Facebook group for each class that I offer. Now that class videos are hosted on YouTube and all private information can be found on the class resource page here on my website, I don’t feel there is much of a need. I also will contact class attendees with any important class updates or changes via email, so no one will miss anything. Now I encourage you to join my {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 set up and your projects after class. If you have questions specifically about the class you can still ask them in this group, and tag me in the post by typing @jennshurkus to tag me. OR you can send me an email at creative-chick@shurkus.com
With the supplies you have gathered ahead of time, you will be able to watch the videos and create right along with me as I teach. In order to be able to comment, ask questions, and interact with other students you will need an account with Google. You can also share your projects in the Facebook group or on social media using the hashtag #CreativeChickClasses. If you happen to miss the live broadcast, or if you want to rewatch it, it will be permanently saved on YouTube. You can also leave a comment on the YouTube video after class with questions, post in the Facebook group, or you can also email me questions.
L McSweeney (verified owner) –
This was such a great class. Before the class, I was unsure if I would ever use the water color pencils. I have the inks, so I wasn’t sure what these could do that I couldn’t do with the ink (especially after taking Jenn’s Distress Ink class). Needless to say, I am obsessed with the pencils. Jenn walks you through how to use the pencils in so many different ways, to get different looks. I made so many beautiful cards from the dreamy backgrounds I made in class, and I was inspired to use the pencils to make a bunch of Christmas cards using the techniques I learned in class.
Daregirl (verified owner) –
Jenn knocked this one out of the ballpark! I am so glad that I was able to take it live and now have the video to refer back to so I can finish up the second half as I primarily took all of the first half live and about 1/2 of the second half. Jenn is an amazing an inspirational teacher and does her best to answer all questions as they are asked throughout the class as well! I highly recommend this class as well as the other Distress Technique Classes from Jenn. I purchase the other two and now I need to make the time to finish up watching and implementing them. Jenn’s classes are always top notch and she creates wonderful handouts too and PDF’s!
Robin Bernier (verified owner) –
Before today, if you said “watercoloring” to me, I would give you a deer in the headlight look. However, I knew if anyone could convince me otherwise, it was Jenn. This class was awesome. Jenn has a beautiful knack of teaching techniques so easy to understand. In this class, she teaches you several different ways you can use these Distress watercolor pencils. By the end of class, all of my pencils had been given some love and I can honestly say I really liked using them. They have earned a spot in my crafting space (as opposed to being stored away). Thank you for another great class Jenn. Who knows, I may someday use these pencils as much as I use my Copics.