Countdown to Christmas

Come to the store Saturday November 21 from 2-4 to make this cute muffin tin Christmas Countdown. Call the store in advance to sign up. Thanks Rachael

colleen schaan and copic markers

ok first of all, whoever is in charge of this blog needs to be fired. or at least griped at. don't worry i have already taken care of that so no need for you to worry. lol. she is getting her act together as we speak.

the copic markers are one of the hottest items in the paper crafting world. you can do so many things with these markers. they work on a variety of materials and with the 344 colors available the blending options are limitless.

i am excited to have colleen schann come to teach us how to use these markers. below are some samples she sent to the store and they are amazing. i hope when the class is over my stuff looks half this good. she is way talented, click on her name to see what else she has going on.

this one with the little boy kissing the girl is my favorite.

if only i can figure out how to get her name off of these and claim them as my own, just kidding colleen.

i can't wait until october 17th. spots are going fast so call and reserve your spot. cost $45.

primadonna classes

vicki flinchum, primadonna, will be here at the paper garden to teach 4 different classes on september 11-12. the actual class samples are on display here at the store and even though the pictures are great they do not do the samples justice. you must come in and see them. sign up for these classes now because space is limited. click here to go to the website for a description of each class and more information.

believe acrylic album $50. september 11th 6:30-9 pm.


teacher wall hanging $30. september 12 3-5 pm.

bloom layout $25. september 12 1-3pm.

live canvas album $75.

leave a comment, you never know what may happen.

happy scrapping,

taraeve

scrappink weekend retreat

just to let everyone know we have 68 out of 100 spots already full. and it is 10:38. yippeeeeee.

tara

10 seconds studio

tomorrow is the 10 seconds studio cross class. if you haven't signed up and are interested please call the store. learn how to emboss the metal to get some really cool looks. you can use the molds to make one of a kind embellishments on your pages and cards.

come by the store if you want to see the cross up close. cost for this class is $25.

happy scrapping,

tara

how to tuesday

if you are interested in the how to tuesday class tonight we are doing grunge board. this material is similar to chipboard because of the thickness. the things you can do with it are amazing. this material is flexible and really fun to play with. i had a great time getting this class together. if you have seen it and wondered what to do with it here is your chance.

hope to see you there,
tara

National Scrapbook Weekend Retreat

we had a blast at the national scrapbook day weekend retreat. everytime someone who works for the hotel makes this statement "there is more stuff in that room than people." it is true. all that stuff and so much fun.

there is serious scrapbook done, but i think there is always more talking. as we all know the visiting is what makes these so much fun.


the group photo shoot. i check to make sure everyone is in place, then i run to the chant "run tara run" and get in the picture. if you have ever seen a group photo before you will see that i am in my spot. everyone knows that is my spot. we had 90 women in this ballroom.

this is smitty, and he is holding his first ever layout. he decided he wanted to join the fun so i grabbed some paper, pictures, stickers, scissors, trimmer and adhesive. he was in business. his daughter's were not impressed with his page the next morning when he showed it to them. it was missing all the cute stuff. by the way, he is wearing a small tshirt, i am shocked he got in it.

this is the rest of the coaches and parents to the basketball girls that were staying in the hotel that night. they completed another layout as a group project. and believe me they needed everyone's input (look at the table if you have't guessed why).

all in all it was a great weekend. can't wait for the next one. check out the countdown if you need to know when it is.

happy scrapping.

tara

Coaster Class March 28 (2-4)

In this class you will be making four marble coaster tiles. Each tile is finished to be water resistant do the images you choose to stamp will be saved. You will also be finishing the bottom so they won't slide or scratch your surface. Call the store to reserve you a spot for this class. Pay $17 and leave with four really great coasters!

Rachael

April's Card Class

We had a great response to our March card class and so I wanted to give you a sneak peek at what is coming for April. These class kits are very limited so if you are interested call the store and reserve you a spot!

Rachael

weekend retreat info

the weekend retreat is full and we have started the waiting list, so be sure to get added if you are interested. don't get discouraged if you wanted to get in, i usually have people not come due to other commitments. plus if there is enough interest i am considering doing a 3rd event may 15-16. i will post details as soon as i decide on this event.

there are plenty of spots left for the instore if you want to sign up.

you people rock! the first retreat we hoped for 50 people and now i am considering a 3rd event.

thanks,
tara

nsd weekend retreat

if you plan on signing up for either retreat by email please include the following information:

• tshirt size- if you are the all day this is the only information i need
• if you want a room
• who you are lodging with
• or any other special requests-i do what i can but these don't always get fulfilled.

thanks.

tara

scrap club

don't forget that the scrap club meets tomorrow night at 6:30. if you want to get together with a group of girls to try new things or get great ideas then you need to come. i am always amazed at cassie's talented stamping. there is a challange every month so make sure you get that done as well.

hope to see you there.
tara

in store retreat

don't forget that payment for the in-store retreat is due today. if you are not able to make it please call the store because i do have several people on the waiting list.

thanks.
tara

february 21st in store retreat

finally, sign-ups for the february in-store retreat are here. if you have never been to a retreat they are tons of fun. here are the details:

• the fun is from 10 am to midnight
• cost $40
• you get lunch, dinner, and a goodie stash
• you get a 20% discount
• we do blue light specials: you get 3 minutes to shop for a category and you get a better discount on those items
• and door prizes

this photo is from one of the first in-store retreats we had. they are lots of fun. come by yourself or come with a friend.

we have had many calls about this one so make sure you call or email early tomorrow. if need be we will make a waiting list.

tara