Crop last night!

Yummy food, friends and fun papercrafting the night away!  Lana and Elizajane were unable to make it this time — we had a good time especially at the end of the night after eating chocolate, then laughing our heads off at this “bucket” type craft I was trying to make!

Drip 1, Drip 2, Drip Drip Drip

DRIP 1

So, I have to tell you this story.  Yesterday morning I was laying in bed (half asleep) and could hear this dripping noise and assumed it was outside because we sleep with the window open and can hear when it rains.  I start to hear it more and sit up thinking, that is not outside and what the heck is that noise?  I then call Rod and say “can you hear that noise? and what is it?”.  Turns out there was water dripping from the light fixture in our bedroom right onto the bed.  It wasn’t really bad but enough to leave a big circle of water.  We have a kingsize bed so it was right in the middle at the bottom so we didn’t notice it while sleeping.  So, Rod goes upstairs, finds the leak and puts a bucket under deciding he would mend things when it drys out.  Well, this morning it happened again — he goes upstairs and there is another spot!  He has no idea how it is even coming in the house…anyhow, it will get fixed blah blah blah…

DRIP 2

I get to the store this morning and there is a drip right in front of the counter!  Best place for it to happen even though it isn’t great…

Found a home…

…for the paper tole prints!  Just wanted to update everyone that I finally found a home for the great batch of prints that were dropped off at the store.

Tip of the Day!

Have a hard time picking colors that look great together?  Try using paint chips from the local hardware store for inspiration.  You can use chips from the same color family together for a subtle look, or try the colors grouped together as room suggestions you see in brochures from paint manufacturers.  Why not mix and match the chips to find color combinations you’ve never dreamed of putting together.  The best part is that these chips are free!

Tip of the Day!

Don’t have many pictures of a special friend and you want to give them a really great gift for their 40th?  Try doing a “40 reasons XXX is my best friend album”.  Use reasons both serious and lighthearted.  Try to capture your years of friendship.  It will be the best gift you ever give your friend.

Scrapbook & Cards Today Fall Edition

They are here!  FREE with $35.00 product purchase before tax!  These magazines are GREAT!

TRAVEL Section etc…

Here is a list of all the NEW papers I put out today.  Most of them are TRAVEL papers…

ALASKA		ARIZONA		AUSTRAILIA
BEACH		BOSTON		CAMPING
CANADA		CAT		CHARLESTON
CHICAGO		CHINA		CRUISE
CUBA		DOG		FLORIDA
GERMANY		INDIA		ITALY / ROME
JAPAN		LAS VEGAS		LONDON
LOUSIANA		MEXICO		NEW ORLEANS
PHILADELPHIA		RUSSIA		SAN FRANSISCO
SOUTH DAKOTA		SPAIN		TENNESSEE
TEXAS		TRAVEL MISC		TROPICAL ISLAND
TROPICAL DRINKS		UTAH		WASHINGTON
WINE COUNTRY

New Product

The Cosmo Cricket papers and embellishments are great!  They look so much better in person.  I’m now working on the travel section.  Here are a few shots of the product my mom & I completed so far.  She is such a great help and I am so happy to have her here!

Joyce’s Heritage Class today…

Another FUN class and great photos!

Photo Editing & Adobe Photoshop Classes

We’ve now completed 3 classes teaching 30 ladies how to take better pictures with their cameras as well as how to edit them using Adobe Photoshop 7.  These classes were very successful and based on the feedback Lori is going to come up with a few more classes that expand on what you’ve recently learned.

One class she’s thinking about is how to “fix” old heritage photos…this sounds like a great class!  This would be very popular with the ladies that take Joyce’s heritage classes.

Stay tuned and as soon as she comes up with a schedule I will post it here on the blog as well as inform everyone via e-mail.

We still have the classes Lori has been teaching in October and November.  Check http://www.scrapbookparade.ca/classes.php for dates and if interested e-mail scrappix@scrapbookparade.ca to see if there are any spots available.

HAPPY PICTURE TAKING!

10 of the 30 Christmas Cards are done…

…and they are AMAZING just as I suspected!  This class is going to fill up FAST – 12 spots available!

Tammy is teaching a series of 5 Christmas Card Classes using Fancy Pants “Christmas Magic” Line.  In each class you will make 6 cards (envelopes included).  No two are alike and you can make all your own cards this year!

Each class is $25.00!  Sign up for all 5 classes and SAVE 10%, 4 Classes SAVE 7%, 3 Classes SAVE 5%.

Dates are every Monday in November which are 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 and the time for each class is 6:30 – 8:30

Please bring your basic kit, brown ink, glossy accents, pop dots, embroidery needle, 05 Sepia journalling pen and 05 Hunter Green journalling pen.  We will have all your supplies organized and sorted in a pizza box too!

School Layouts

Theressa Orlaw brought in school layouts to show me of her son (Grade 1) and daughter (Pre-school).  They turned out great – so cute!  Thanks Theressa!

Christmas Card Swap

Our first Card Swap was a great hit so we’re doing it again!
 
This time we’re going to have ALL Christmas Cards! 

You will have to make 20 cards (or less depending on the number of participants).  This CARD SWAP is limited to 20 people.
 
Date:  Sunday, October 18th
Time:  1:00 – 1:30
Cost:  FREE
Deadline to sign up is:  October 1st
 
We will keep doing these once a month depending on the popularity.
 
E-Mail scrappix@scrapbookparade.ca if you would like a spot.

If you would like to participate but can’t make it you can always drop off your cards and we can do the SWAP for you.

FALL Savings!

Today is the first day of Fall!

We’ve added more paper to the 50% OFF racks.  There are more than 300 papers to choose from.  Maybe you have children that want to take up scrapbooking or cardmaking?  Here’s a good way to get them started.  We’re making room for new product arriving — here’s your chance to SAVE!!!

Use Your Own Product Class – October 10th

Here are the layouts for October 10th.  There are still a few spots available if you want one.  These classes are great if you have tons of product you want to use up!  Instructions are going out this week to put together your kits.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

YOU WILL COMPLETE 6 LAYOUTS IN EACH CLASS!
SIGN UP FOR ALL 5 CLASSES AND YOU WILL COMPLETE 30 LAYOUTS!
NOW THAT’S A GREAT WAY TO USE UP SOME PRODUCT!!!
 
Maybe you have an album you want to give as a Christmas gift?  This would be a great chance to get a whole album done and mark one gift off your list! 
 
WHEN
Saturday, October 10th
Saturday, October 24th
Saturday, November 14th
Saturday, November 28th
Saturday, December 12th
 
TIME
1:00 – 5:00
 
COST
$25/class
Includes Snack Break and Beverages
Sign up for all 5 days and SAVE $15 (that’s $22/class)
 
Call to book your space!
Phone: 250-727-0372

Card Swap # 1

FUN cards in our Swap # 1 – we had 11 participants and beautiful cards from everyone.

Next one is Sunday, October 18th!  This time all cards will be Christmas cards and we’re taking a maximum of 20 participants.  If interested e-mail the store at scrappix@scrapbookparade.ca and we can add you to the list.

Here are a couple of pictures from today:

Webster’s Pages Mini Album

Here’s another FUN class with Lana!  She’s using Webster’s Pages paper line. 

Date:  Sunday, November 1st    Time:  1:00 to 4:00    Cost:  $30.00
Please bring your basic kit, double sided tape, assortment of flowers, brads, dark brown ink, matt or glossy accents and bling.  You can bring any embellishments you feel you would like to use.  Or you can put the finishing touches on at home.  There are a total of 20 pages in this mini book.  This would make a great Christmas gift!

Garden Grove Class with Jacquelin!

Here are a few pictures from the class today…

Parties @ Scrapbook Parade!

Do you have a special event coming up and want to do something different?  Maybe a “SCRAPBOOK PARTY” is what you’ve been looking for.  How about a child’s birthday party, a bridal shower or a monthly craft group.   Any group can take part!  Here are some examples:

• Children’s Birthday Parties (ages 12 and up) - children create their own mini scrapbook to take home – all supplies included, they just bring their pictures!  $17.50 per child (minimum 6 children, maximum 12).  Bring the cake and decorations too!  Call for more details!
• Bridal Shower – guests each do a different themed page for the bride and groom’s “Wedding Album”.  The “bride-to-be” simply inserts her pictures later!  $10.00 each + supplies or bring your own supplies (minimum 6, maximum 12).  You can also bring appy’s and refreshments and have the whole workshop to yourself.
• Baby Shower – guests each do a different themed page for baby’s album – all the “mom-to-be” does is insert her pictures later!  Same details as the Bridal Shower.
• Craft Group – bring your monthly group in.  Choose from a homemade card class or create a 12×12 layout for your scrapbook album during your party.  If you have a special request, just ask, we will work with you on your desired project!  Class fee $20.00 per person (minimum 6, maximum 12).  If you just want to book the workshop and do your own thing the fee is $10.00 per person.
• Girl Guides Group – we can help you plan the perfect craft project for your group!
• Co-Workers – maybe you & your co workers need a day to get away from the office and get creative!   If you have a special request, just ask.
• Whatever group you belong to – we can accommodate many groups, just ask!  Want to do your own thing?  Fee is $10.00 per person.

Here are the details: 

• Schedule Your Party – give us a call and check for availability (3 weeks preferred notice).  We will work with you to get your 1st choice of dates, depending on availability of workshop. 
• Extras…
  • Decorations, Cake, etc…
    • You are welcome to bring any decorations for your party
    • Want to bring your own cake, trimmings, plates etc?  Go ahead, but if you’d rather we take care of the details, no problem.  For an additional charge, we can provide cupcakes, drinks, etc.  You decide what you’d like and we’ll do the rest.  Prices vary based on quantity…inquire at time of reservation.  
• Celebrate! – The details are set – now you are ready to have a great party with us…we’ll take care of the set up, clean up, and the project experience, all you do is have fun! 

Party Specifics:

• Non-refundable room fee of $25.00 is due at the time of the party reservation (fee will be applied to total party costs)
• 6 person minimum required – 12 person maximum
• 4 hour maximum use (private group events that are not party specific can be longer)
• Project prices are per person
• Any child’s party must have a parent/guardian remain at the party at all times – any other parents are welcome to stay and join in all the fun, too!

2 Page All About Autumn Layout with 2 Cards

Here’s a fabulous 2 page layout from Jacquelin.  You will also complete two cards in this class!  I love this paper from Pink Paislee…

Date:  Tuesday, Nov 10th    Time:  6:30 – 9:00    Cost:  $35.00