How to Create with Chalk Couture

Instructor: Kaitlin Durfey [kaitlinjomontanna@gmail.com]

Scenario:

Chalk Couture is a new company that offers high quality craft products. It is centered around reusable transfers, water based chalk paste and ink, and many versatile surfaces. It is the crafters dream of creating unique and specialized projects. 

Because of the newness of the company, many are unsure of how to use the products efficiently. They simply see the end product and automatically think they do not have the skills to create such beautiful projects. I have created this online module learning experience to help walk you through the simplicity of creating with Chalk Couture by using the instructional design of:

Backward Design:

Stage 1: Identify Desired Results
To help potential Chalk Couture users, I want to show just how easy and versatile these products are for everyone.

Learning Goals:

After you have gone through this module, you will be able to say:

*I can define Chalk Couture lingo and recognize the importance of each item for project success.

*I can execute correct procedures to create my own project and maintain each products' reusability. 

*I can critique my first experience of creating a project and evaluate if I need to improve something for future projects. 

*I can design and assemble a project to utilize what I have learned from this module.

Stage 2: Determine Acceptable Evidence of Learning

After you have gone through this short tutorial, you will have the foundation to start creating your own masterpieces. 

Stage 3: Design Learning Experiences & Instruction 

This page has everything you need to know to get started and complete your project. You will also have an opportunity to reflect back on your initial creating experience with Chalk Couture.

Module Steps:

1] Watch this introductory video demonstration of using Chalk Couture.

2] I want to know more about why you're creating with Chalk Couture. Please complete this short survey.

3] Before you start creating, please take this short quiz to make sure you know how to properly use and care for your Chalk Couture products. 

Here are some examples of previous projects to help you decide what to create:

4] Create your own Chalk Couture project. After you're done with your project, go to my Facebook Page, K8's Creations and upload a picture of your finished project. In the comments write 2-3 sentences about your experience.

5] Explore the following resources to learn more about Chalk Couture:

If you are interested in purchasing Chalk Couture products, visit K8's Creations. These are some examples of happy customers creating great projects:

Here is a great video to show just how versatile Chalk Couture is, how you can be inspired for your next project, and how you can join the chalking world of Chalk Couture! 

"The most versatile home decor ever created. Create your own masterpiece, no matter what your crafting ability may be...over and over again. Beautify your home and spice up your life when you join the Chalk Couture family."