Crop on the Cape Teachers
Cheiron Brandon has been creating handmade cards for over 15 years, combining her love of stamping, mixed media, and color. This year she was selected as a teacher for Fodder School 5, an full year online mixed‑media & collage art course.
Throughout her creative career, Cheiron has collaborated with some of the most well-known names in the crafting world. She’s done design work for Tim Holtz, Simon Says Stamp, Reverse Confetti, Hero Arts, AALL & Create, Mama Elephant, Neat and Tangled, Dina Wakley, and Ranger Ink. As a Tim Holtz Maker, she currently contributes monthly features to both the Ranger Ink and Simon Says Stamp blogs.
Cheiron lives in a tiny house on a farm in New Jersey with her dog Alfie, where she finds inspiration in everyday moments. She shares her work (almost) daily on Instagram @cheiron and posts tutorials on her YouTube channel to inspire fellow creatives.
Cheiron is teaching Mixed Media Cards and Coastal Vibes Cards
Cheryl Mezzetti, the founder of Perfect Paints, is an accomplished designer and mixed media artist who has worked in the art industry for over 20 years. Formerly, Cheryl functioned as a meticulous Education Director and Design Team coordinator for Creative Imaginations as well as Splash of Color.
Cheryl’s love of art was evident at a very young age, with strong influences and encouragement from her mother, aunt, and grandmother. At the age of just five years old, Cheryl shared her “artistic” abilities by painting her kitchen walls with calamine lotion as if they were a blank canvas! Her love of design, color, and texture only grew from there.
As an instructor, she has taught at a myriad of conventions and specialty stores throughout the United States, South Africa, Canada, and Europe. Her love of education and passion for Art is mirrored in her unique style of teaching, operating as an encouraging, entertaining, and inspiring professional who focuses on attention to detail and perfection. Enrolling in a class led by Cheryl is undoubtedly a priceless exposure to unique styles of work, as well as personal development for each student within the subject of expertise.
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Cheryl is teaching Bookbinding, New England Fall Album, and Mixed Media Playing cards
Jen Bach has been obsessed with paper crafting since 2000 when she made her first scrapbook page. She has spent the last 25 years documenting life, sending happy mail and teaching others to do the same.
Jen specializes in clean and simple crafting, but with lots of layers (there’s just too many fun toys!). She lives on Cape Cod with her husband and crafting support dog, Shelby. Check out her website here
Jen is teaching Stampin’ Up Spring Layout
Jenn Shurkus has been papercrafting for 20+ years and has held multiple positions in the papercraft industry, including independent store manager, designer, and teacher. She has been teaching classes since 2003 and, in 2014, began teaching classes for Lawn Fawn.
She also designs for Tim Holtz, Ranger Ink, Simon Says Stamp, Honey Bee Stamps, and Pinkfresh Studio and more.
You can find Jenn with her toes in the sand at her favorite Cape Cod beach or snuggling her kitties Gus, and Jac when she isn’t teaching. She keeps busy with {creative chick} co. offering various online and in-person classes and events and “jennabling” crafty peeps. You can read more about her, her handsome kitties, and her wicked cute boyfriend Chris on her site {creative chick} http://www.shurkus.com/ as well as follow her creative endeavors on
Instagram
Facebook
and YouTube
Jenn is teaching Happy Hour
Kelly Taylor– I am a full-time crafter who spends most of her time creating, editing, and producing craft videos after being a full-time Police/Fire/Ems dispatcher. I chose to leave the field after 17 years full-time to have more time to be with my family. Speaking of, I am married to a wonderful man named Eric, and we have a crazy 12-year-old who loves music and getting dirty outside, and a wild 3-year-old daughter who refuses to sit still but is sweet, sassy, and absolutely hilarious. They have two furry sisters, Molly and Emma. Between the four of them, my house is never clean! My style of card making is pretty Clean and Simple. I sometimes venture into the Clean and Layered, but even then, my design is not very busy. I do love a good one-layer card, especially if it is a scene! I am a big fan of encouraging and supporting each other as crafters because, honestly, kindness is free and it never hurts anybody. Check out my website here
Kelly is teaching Make a Scene, and 3D Embossing Magic
Libby Hickson has been papercrafting for over 20 years. She is currently the Sales & Marketing Director at Pink & Main. You may also know her from the 14 years she spent working for Hero Arts, or her time with My Favorite Things. She is also currently a designer for Dina Wakley releases. She loves a wide variety of styles – from fun & cutesie marker coloring to getting her hands covered in paint with mixed media!
Libby lives in the Atlanta area with her husband and two teens. Her constant companions in the craft room are her dog Bonnie and black cat Snuggles. She loves birdwatching, gardening, the color purple, and is an unapologetic Swiftie. You can find her on Instagram at @createwithlibby.
Libby is teaching Sweet As Can Bee, and Strawberry Fields are Forever
Hello Everyone! I’m Linda Lang, and I have been a Kiwi Lane Creative Partner for over 6 years. I have been attending Crop on the Cape for many years, just like all of you, and now I have joined our wonderful vendors and am here to help you have a successful weekend. Kiwi Lane uses the Play-to-Create system to help you make beautiful pages with a low-tech, hands-on approach to scrapbooking that is perfect for longtime scrapbookers and those who may just be getting started! Kiwi Lane also has a monthly club that offers members exclusive items, including paper kits and designer templates. Stop by my booth, and I will be happy to show you how easy it is to make your pages stand out and explain the Kiwi Club. Check out the Kiwi Lane community at https://kiwilane.com/share/createwithlindalang/
Linda is teaching Celebrate
With over a decade of hands-on teaching experience in all facets of papercrafting, Michele Kosciolek brings both expertise and creativity to every class. Her relaxed, technique-focused approach ensures students of all skill levels feel comfortable exploring new methods—from card making to mixed media and stamping or art journaling. She designs products and teaches classes for Scrappy Chic, one of Michigan’s premier papercrafting destinations, as well as for her own business, Stuff By Belle, known for innovative custom products
Students will enjoy a welcoming, encouraging atmosphere centered on learning practical techniques and sparking their own creativity. Michele’s passion for papercrafting extends beyond teaching, as she frequently develops new product designs and continuously searches for fresh, inspiring techniques to share. Her commitment is to help each student gain confidence and joy in their papercrafting journey.
Michele is teaching Cape Cod Cutie – a lighthouse ornament
Nancy Hawes, of Aquinnah Designs is back to share her love of creativity and design!
Inspired by the beauty of nature and the colors of the coast, Nancy brings a fresh wave of imagination to everything she creates. Growing up by the beach, she spent hours collecting shells, driftwood, and sea glass – treasures that continue to influence her art today.
This season, Nancy is teaching three inspiring classes — each with its own unique theme and creative twist. Whether you love coastal charm, seasonal décor, or something a little unexpected, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Join Nancy for a fun class filled with tips, techniques, and relaxing creative fun.
Nancy is teaching The Art of the Basket, Glimmering Mermaids and The Art of Christmas – 12 Days Heirloom Set
