Resplendent Grace
    A  singular elegant rose painted in grand scale.  

    April 6-8, 2011 Wed-Fri  
    Hagerstown, MD

Painted using an original three-stage process developed by Rebecca Baer® the sophisticated detail of the rose belies the simplicity of this fresh approach to the painting process. Shown on a 16" diameter lazy susan, the offset central rose measures over 12 inches.  The design is enriched by a complex border treatment surrounding the rose that makes this a can't miss seminar! 

BONUS!  All attendees registered by Dec. 31st, 2010 receive a free seminar supply kit!

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• A 50% deposit is required to reserve your space. The deposit of $140.00 will be charged at the time of registration. The balance is due on or before February 15, 2011.

Iris Medley 
    June 24-26 Fri-Sun  
    Manchester, NH

Shown on an 18" x 36" canvas this striking array of Irises is sure to captivate.  The canvas is bound by a wooden header and footer enhanced with embossed stenciling.

BONUS!  All attendees registered by Jan. 31st, 2011 receive a free seminar supply kit!

• Select the details button or click on the thumbnail image for more information.

• A 50% deposit is required to reserve your space. The deposit of $145.00 will be charged at the time of registration. The balance is due on or before March 31st, 2011.
  

 Couldn't make it to the seminar?  The design packet created for the 2004 Comprehensive Study Seminar is now available for purchase.

Resting on a softly tinted backdrop, a variety of autumn fruits and vegetables flow in harmony with the stenciled circular embellishment on this large round tray. Shown on a 21” dia. metal tray.

Couldn't make it to the seminar?  The design packet created for the 2005 Comprehensive Study Seminar is now available for purchase.

Gilded Escritoire Packet
A graceful cluster of classic southern magnolias and foliage intertwined with a branch of luscious figs are combined with the elegance of detailed stenciling and gilding. Shown on the removable panel of a ladie's writing desk.

 Couldn't make it to the seminar?  The design packets created for the 2006 Comprehensive Study Seminar are now available for purchase.

Gathering Tray Packet
This design is shown on an antique reproduction wooden surface with a curving solid oak handle. The tray is beautifully decorated with  golden pears and lusciuos ripe strawberries, surrounded by delicate, stenciled strokework.

Gardenia Grandeur Packet
Shown on an elegant wooden box replete with stylish curves, a gardenia and foliage glistening with water drops rest over a softly mottled background.  The surface is further enhanced with dimensional gilding.

Couldn't make it to the seminar?  The design packets created for the 2007-2008 Comprehensive Study Seminars are now available for purchase.

Autumn Festival Packet
A pumpkin nestled among pansies and bittersweet resting over a softly mottled background.  The design is further enhanced with embossed stenciling, Gold and Variegated Dawn leafing.  Shown painted on a tray table that folds conveniently for storage. Four companion designs “Winter Celebration”, “Spring Repose”, “Summer Tranquility”, and “Autumn Festival” and a display stand are also available.

Spring Repose Packet
Saucer Magnolias intertwined with twigs of berries rest over a softly mottled background.  The design is further enhanced with embossed stenciling, Gold and Variegated Dawn leafing. Shown painted on a tray table that folds conveniently for storage. Four companion designs “Winter Celebration”, “Summer Tranquility”, “Autumn Festival”, and a display stand are also available.

Summer Tranquility Packet
A twosome of pale yellow lilies paired with clusters of white currants rest over a softly mottled background.  The design is further enhanced with embossed stenciling, Gold and Variegated Dawn leafing.  Shown painted on a tray table that folds conveniently for storage.  Four companion designs “Winter Celebration”, “Spring Repose”, “Autumn Festival”, and a display stand are also available as part of the Four Seasons series.

Winter Celebration Packet
A trio of warm pink poinsettias coupled with holly & berries rest over a softly mottled background.  The design is further enhanced with embossed stenciling, Gold and Variegated Dawn leafing.  Shown painted on a tray table that folds conveniently for storage.  Four companion designs “Spring Repose”, “Summer Tranquility”, “Autumn Festival”, and a display stand are also available as part of the Four Seasonsseries.

Four Seasons Tray Stand Packet
A complementary stand designed to hold Rebecca’s “Four Seasons” series tray tables.  The trays “Winter Celebration”, “Spring Repose”, “Summer Tranquility”, and “Autumn Festival”  fold and hang conveniently on the stand for storage.

Couldn't make it to the seminar?  The design packet created for the 2009 Comprehensive Study Seminar is now available for purchase.

A bevy of beautiful roses shown painted on a 24” x 36” surface.  This design is easily adapted to a variety of surfaces.  The elegant borders are created using a combination of the Rebecca Baer® Essential Elements and Finishing Touches stencils. 

 Couldn't make it to the seminar?  The booklets created for Rebecca's Creative Stenciling Workshop are available for purchase.

When teaching her Creative Stenciling Workshop Rebecca works through the myriad techniques presented in these two booklets.  Complete these as an independent study and you'll be armed with an abundance of skills to embellish any project.

Creative Stenciling Techniques I
Stenciling Basics By popular request! On the suggestion of Simply Elegant Stencil™ enthusiasts we have developed a black & white booklet covering a diverse assortment of techniques using stencils. Topics include, but are not limited to, stenciling basics, background techniques, creative masking, alignment & repeat, trouble shooting, fixing minor irregularities, tips & tricks, gilded stenciling, embossed stenciling, stenciling for scrapbooks & paper crafts, stenciling in home décor and cleaning procedures for the various techniques. Softcover, B&W, 14 pages. Look for the sequel, Stenciling Techniques II, with new and expanded techniques!

Creative Stenciling Techniques II
But wait, there's more! Beyond the Basics 
One volume is just not enough to cover all of the practical applications for using Simply Elegant Stencils™ by Rebecca Baer. There is now a sequel to the first booklet. This publication is black & white booklet covering an expanded assortment of techniques using stencils from www.rebeccabaer.com. Topics include, but are not limited to, stenciling variations using paint, such as layering, shading, highlighting, gradients and multi-hue stenciling; Gel Effects™, such as crystal clear embossing, colorant ratios, translucent, iridescent, metallic and pearlescent embossing, bead techniques, faux leather, dimensional gilding and dimensional flocking; flocked stenciling, gilded stenciling and more! The information contained is applicable to all stencils from Rebecca Baer CDA. 18 pages, soft cover.