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Tag Album-Family Time

Thought I would share with you my latest tag album, however, no plans

for a class for this unless there is an interest in this project.

Upcoming trip

Kim and I are leaving on our trip to Virginia Wednesday April 30th.  Kim's

son lives in Fredricksburg, Virginia and she is visiting her son on his birthday

as well.  I was so happy when she welcomed me to make this trip with her

which allowed me to spend time with my daughter and her family.

   My youndest granddaughter Madison's  birthday was the 23rd of April, she turned seven

however, she is waiting to have her party when I arrive. She will be having her first

sleep-over birthday party and she is so excited that I will be there to be involved in the

celebration. The theme of her party is Hannah Montana.  The girls will have blow up Hannah

Montana guitars and of course the wigs and tons of Hannah Montana music. 

I can't wait to take these pictures, it will be so much fun to do a mini birthday scrapbook

of this event.  On another note, Tina said the spring flowers are beginning to pop out in

full bloom, I plan to get some pictures of the dogwoods, azaleas, and all the greenery.

I just love the spring season in Virginia.  We are also planning a couple of day trips to scrapbook

stores in the surrounding areas with a couple of Tina's friends, Sylvia and Janice, who also are

participants in  my class projects. Also, we convinced my husband to allow me to stay a few

extra days so I will be flying back on Saturday the 10th of May, thus making the an extra special

time to celebrate Mother's Day a little early.   I already have a project in mind for when I return

for the next class, in the event I can find the papers while I am out shopping.  "Vintage Travel

6x6 book and a (2) page Heritage Layout.  The class information will be announced in the upcoming

weeks.  Keep checking back for updates. 

Why I Love to Scrapbook

I recently read this on someone's blog I visited and I think

this truly describes how I feel about my love of scrapbooking.

"I scrap to remember

I scrap so the next generation will know their history

I scrap to record the story behind the picture

but mostly I scrap for me.

I scrap to turn off the noise in my head...

scrapping calms and energizes me at the same time

it’s like meditation through creation.

It's therapy on paper.

Scrapbooking helps me find my balance and be a better me."

Author unknown

Recipes Remember Class Pictures

I am so overwhelmed at the response of the interest in this class, not only

the ones attending the class but the class kits that were purchased by others

not attending class.  I want to thank everyone for your continued support,

so much enthusiasm and joy was felt by all.  I loved teaching this class as much

as the class attendees enjoyed making  the project. 

We also had  a couple of first timers to attend the class, Kim and Irene.  

I will be leaving on the 30th of April to visit my daughter  and her family in Virginia

for a few days.  I hope to come back with some fresh, new ideas for upcoming

classes.  I will keep you posted as to when the next scheduled class will be.  I am not

sure if there is to be a class in May, depending on supplies and resources when I

return from my trip, the time element will be the deciding factor for May, however,

I do plan to hold a class in June after school  this year's session has ended. 

  

 

Springtime 6x6 Album Class

Once, again ladies you did a beautiful job on your albums as you can see

from the photos.  Everyone seemed to have such a wonderful time and the food

that  you all prepared  for our luncheon was so delicious.  This was the first class held

in Penny's newly organized scrap room a very relaxed classroom setting.  It was a joy to

be able to teach with all the extra space.  Thank you again Penny from the bottom of

our hearts.  I also wanted to welcome the new comers to the class Carolyn & Cathy.

Everyone seemed so excited  they can hardly wait to attend the next class.

I am proud to announce the next class is already filled.

The "Recipes Remembered" Class will be held Saturday, April 12th starting promptly at 9:00 am.

Ladies, we have our work cut out for us for this class, however, it will also be a lot of fun.  I look forward to seeing all of you there.

  

Sneak Peek "Recipes Remembered" Album April's Class

Here it is a sneak peak of the upcoming class for April.  I have been wanting

to do a recipe album for quite sometime, I had this project on the back burner 

for almost six months gathering special elements, searching the intranet

for unique stamps and now it has arrived.  The style for this album is of a

Nostalgic nature, lots of collage and stamping  techniques using blacks, reds,

creams, and mustard colored papers. The album size is 6"x8".  This class  will be limited to 12 participants as supplies are limited.

The Deadline for sign ups is March 29th, 2008. The class fee will be

$45.00. 

Good News/Bad News

I have something to share with you about Stampin' Up....some good, some not so good.  I will start with the bad news first.  As we all know that gas prices have gone up drastically, which means UPS shipping rates have gone up too. Now it is seems to be effecting everyone.

Bad News:  As of April 1st, Stampin' Up is going to raise their shipping rates from $3.95 or 10% of your order (which one is greater) to $6.95 or 10% of your order (which one is greater) So what that means, is you almost have to order a $69.50 order to make the shipping worth your while so you only pay 10% of your merchandise order total for the shipping, if not you will be spending $6.95 shipping on an order smaller than $69.50. 

Good News: Starting sometime in April , you can use your debit card or your credit card to purchase Stampin' Up merchandise through your demonstrator. They are finally going to accept credit card payments!! I will alert you when

I know the exact date this will take effect.

Below is the Shipping notice straight from Stampin Up

Minimum Shipping Price Increased
March 3, 2008

As you've heard by now, we're raising our shipping prices. This is a move we've postponed as long as we possibly could, but with rising prices affecting almost every aspect of doing business in today's world, we finally had to.

We considered several different options, and after gathering input from many sources, including the Advisory Board, we choose a strategy that was very simple and straightforward--we simply upped our minimum shipping price to $6.95. Other options included tiered levels of increases based on the size of the orders, and frankly, most people we talked to felt those options were difficult to understand and complicated to implement. Since the end result was the same for all options, we went with what everyone felt was the most simple approach.

Keep in mind that this increase won't affect your workshop orders; nothing will change for your workshop customers! We feel strongly that workshops are the heart of our business, where relationships are made and strengthened, and where you reinforce your value as an expert your customers can rely on as they express their creativity. The increase will affect orders placed outside the workshop environment, including your own supply orders.

We know this news isn't welcome--and we wish we didn't have to do it. But we also know that you understand the costs associated with doing business. We thank you for your understanding, and we appreciate your support.

My Layouts

Class Video Clip "Old Letters & Keepsakes Album"

Vintage Springtime 6x6 Album

This post confirms the date of March 29th for the Vintage Springtime 6x6

Vintage style Springtime Album.  This class is filling up fast,  and just as

a reminder the deadline  date for sign up  is March 1st.  I will be announcing the

supply list information via separate email once registrations are complete.

Also, this class you will need to bring a covered dish to share.   Remember,

this class also has a surprise bonus project included in the class fee.

The  fee for this class is $45.00.  (Make sure you indicate on your

registration form your color scheme choice for the "Surprise bonus Project"

ONLY   on your completed application form.)

Feb 23rd Class-Old Letters and Keepsakes

Even though our class was small, we had a wonderful time sharing life's

stories with each other as well as creating a unique album to preserve

some of life's precious memories.  This class was packed with lots of

distressing techniques and the enthusiasm that was displayed by all

It is what keeps me on my toes to come up with a fresh new project

each month.  Although, I do have to say I made the comment to everyone

who was present, that I don't know how I can top this class, but I

will try.  Even though it gets tiresome with these all day classes, I

am eager and willing to do it again next time.  It is such fun to be

with people who share the same love of scrapbooking as I do. 

 

   

New Heidi Swap Line

I am loving all Heidi's new line.  Great Cool Stuff, we are in deep

trouble now ladies.  Butterflies, Butterflies and more Butterflies

this seems to be the new overall focus this year in scrapbooking

supplies.   Another WOW factor!

Zutter Corner Rounder

OMG!!!!!!!!  I have been waiting for someone to come out with

this heavy duty corner rounder that cuts through chipboard.

This is on my list of first JUST GOTTA HAVE IT!  I am going to

the Scrapbook Expo in Orlando next month.  I am hoping they will

have it there.  My first major purchase will be for this hot new item.

LOVE IT, LOVE IT,  did I say I LOVE IT!!!!!!!!!!!

Check out the New Scallop Punch from Fiskars

I knew it was just a matter of time until someone would

come  out with this punch.  This is a two in one- punches

the holes and scallops at the same time.  This is another

must have punch.

New Cricket Software

Check out the latest development in the Cricut Software.  It is unbelievable

what this new software enables you do create.  This is a must have for

all  you "Cricut"  owners.  I am not sure the price, but I think it retails

for $89.00.  I did hear that someone bought it at Wal mart in Virginia,

so be sure to check with your local Wal mart  Store to see if they carry this

new hot item.

Cropping With Friends

 

Technorati Tags: The coffee cups are unique in itself,they have the same design as my coffee album. How cool is that!

I  had such a wonderful day cropping with a few of my friends yesterday.  The day was filled with

sharing lots of ideas and laughter and  OOOO!  such delicious Food.  Thank you June for hosting

this crop in your lovely home. I recently made an 8x8 "Coffee Album" and these snapshots were

taken so that I could add them to my newly completed album with photos of special friends who also

share the same love for Coffee as I do. Maybe we should call ourselves the "Coffee Club Croppers"

(the three C's) Just an idea. I was also privileged to meet someone new, her name is Sue, she is

such a delightful person.  She had so many wonderful and funny stories to share.  Sue also has a

special talent for making unique cards.  (Sue had to leave early so I don't have a photo of her to share

for this post).

 

New 2008 CHA Winter Preview of New Releases

I have posted a link to preview some of the New Releases from various vendors of the
new CHA Winter 2008 show.

Enjoy

http://scrapetc.approck.com/web/guest/home

March Class 6x6 "Touch of Vintage" Spring Time Album

This album is a 6x6 chipboard covered front and back covers, bound with (2) rings with twill ribbon handles. I used mini vintage Easter/Spring cards throughout the entire book. There are14 pages. You will be using Ranger distressing inks to give an appearance of tea dye effects.

I will be taking sign ups for this class starting Feb 23rd. The date for the class is to be announced due to the Easter Holiday in March. The cost for this class is $45.00

The class will also include a surprise project. The papers and embelishments will vary for the surprise project only ( no two will be alike). You will need to let me know preference of color scheme that is the only choice you will have for the surprise project for example (blues, pinks, reds, etc.) Please contact me via email I will send you a registration form. The Class supply list will be sent via separate email once registration is complete. I look forward to seeing you.

NOTE: The actual album is the same for everyone, there was some confusion that you were able to choose the album colors.- only the surprise project portion of the class is where you will choose your color scheme. Sorry for the confusion.

Clear Stamp Storage Idea

Since I have a very limited amount of storage area in my little "hideaway" spot for scrapbooking, I needed to come up with a solution for my dilema of where to store my clear acrylic stamps. I took the idea from my newly acquired "CLIP IT UP" unit that I got for Christmas.

I had an old metal decorative towel bar that I have had for ages with no where to put it. The towel bar was just lying around and I was always moving it from spot to spot, however,

I could never part with it I just kept moving it. A little light went off in my head, I zipped clipped it to an existing metal rack I am using to store scrapbooking supplies so I purchased some closed style metal curtain hooks and clipped my clear stamps in extra heavy duty clear plastic envelopes that I purchased from Office Depot and hung them on the now useful towel bar.

I am so excited about actually being able to see my stamps. I will be able to use them more

now that I have easy access to them. I am loving it! The smallest things seem to make me happy. Just thought I would share this idea with you.

Holiday Double Page Layout

This is a 2-page Layout that I gave out as a gift to several people on my gift list.

I made the background using plain textured background, using Ranger Distressing Inks.

I also used a circle template, and the Stampin UP Priceless stamp set and some of the Clear

Holiday stamp sets from Art Warehouse.

I used the extra paper left over from the Christmas Album class (My Mind's Eye-"Festive") for the photo mats.

This was a fun project. I plan to use the same technique in future class.

Christmas in Virginia

Recap of Holiday Events

The trip to Virginia to visit our daughter, Tina and family was both joyous and eventful.
I loved being with them so much even when our Christmas dinner didn't quite go as we
had hoped. Tina's oven went on the blink Christmas Eve and we had to travel around
20 miles to cook Christmas dinner at her mother-in-laws house and then travel 20 miles back to Tina's house to a starving family. The turkey never got done, thank GOD, the ham was good.
After all the dilema surrounding shopping during the holidays for a new range and many
fast food trips, we finally got to eat a homecooked meal before we left for home. Even with
all the other minor events that happened, it was good to be with family for the holidays. Tina
and I never got to do any scrapbooking- "Boo Hoo!" I am hoping to go back in the Spring
and she and I will have more time to visit and hopefully let our creative juices flow and come
back with some fresh new ideas to share with everyone in upcoming classes.

I trust 2008 will be a good year for everyone! One of my New Year's Resolutions is to try and
complete projects I start and also complete some of the ones that are not finished from 2007.
I am not going to go overboard with a long list of Resolutions which will probally not happen anyway. Start out simple and anything else that gets accomplished will be a great big PLUS.
Pray more for others and be thankful for what I have and the blessings will come. I don't take
the time as much as I should to let others now how much I appreciate them in my life, this is
one of the things I plan to do this year.

God Bless everyone who reads this post!

February Class "OLD LETTERS & KEEPSAKES" Paper Bag Album

“OLD LETTERS AND KEEPSAKE ALBUM CLASS”
If you like the “ aged and dirty” look this class is for you!

This class will be a paper bag album using many various nostalgic and vintage style stamps. You will be getting “down and dirty”.
Please bring an old shirt to wear over your
Clothing to prevent the ink stains from getting on your clothing.
This class will feature Walnut inking, and aging techniques.
The laces and ribbons provided will vary. This will be more of a free-style completed project.
The Kit that will be provided will have all papers and elements that will be pre-cut, however, you will be doing lots of paper-
tearing and inking around all edges.
My completed album will be used as a guide to help with ideas in placement of elements, however, you will use your own creative
imagination for the free-style of stamping throughout
your album.

A few unique treasures will be added the day of the class,
you will not see them displayed in the preview of the album until the day of the class. ( I am Keeping some things a secret to keep you wondering.)

The date for this upcoming class will be announced soon. The deadline for sign ups will be January 21st 2008.

I am excited to share with you these fun techniques.

Hope to see you there.