GIRLS NIGHT IN!!!!!

Scrapbook Lady is joining in the fun of "Girls Night In".  It's a fun way of gathering together to have fun, create and to earn much needed funds for cancer research.

When:            Friday 21st October, 2011
Where:          Scrapbook Lady
Time:             Shop opens 7pm - class and fun start at 7.30pm.
Cost:             $20.00 -We will be creating a small journal with a pink theme.
Bring:            Plate of food to share (pink if you can)


ALL PROCEEDS GO TO CANCER FOUNDATION


WHAT DO YOU NEED TO DO?????

The theme for the night is "PINK".  So that means you need to dress in something pink - some of us will be in our pink PJ's - so feel free to join us OR perhaps you would just like to wear a pink bow - it doesn't matter. 

CHALLENGE:   OK - the challenge has been set if you choose to join in.

You will need to decorate/alter a pair or bras.  Maybe you have an old one sitting around or you could always pick one up at an Op Shop.  It doesn't matter.  You can cover it with flowers, punches, die-cuts, brads, bling - whatever takes your fancy.  As an added challenge - if you can wear it on the outside of your clothes that would be great.  We will have a mini fashion parade to show off our creations.

There will also be games and giveaways.


All in the name of fun - all for cancer research.

Please ring the shop to secure your spot.  Be quick - this is going to book fast!!!!!!

WORLD CARD MAKING DAY

Today we celebrated "World Card Making Day" at Scrapbook Lady.  As the name suggests, cardmakers all over the world join in the fun of making cards.(We were actually a day earlier due to the football Grand Final tomorrow.)

We had 12 ladies join in the fun - the day started off with creating a name badge just using scraps of patterned paper and cardstock along with punches and lots of other goodies. 

We made a couple of cards and then it was time for a game - just for fun. 

Lunch was up next - everyone brought a plate of food to share so we all sat around and chatted - it was lovely.

After lunch we completed a few more cards and some more games.  It was such a peaceful day and it was very rewarding to see the look on every one's faces as they could see their handy work.

To finish the day off we had an extra little challenge.  It was a sketch challenge using scraps from the workshop scrap box..  It's amazing how many different ideas you can come up with.  Here are a few of the samples -

Well done to all the girls and thank you for joining in the fun of such a special day.

Blog Challenge

Ok - feel like making a card?  Well all you need to do is look at this image and be inspired by it.

You might like to chose the colours, the design, or maybe the actual mugs - or all 3.  It doesn't matter.  The choice is yours.

You can send your entry via email or you can pop it into the shop.

If you have your own blog all  you need to do is upload your photo and copy and paste the link at the top of your page.  Then all you need to do is leave a comment to this post and a "link" to your blog.  If you are unsure of what to do give Sandie a ring at the shop. 

(This post will reflect 30th September's date which enable the post to be at the top of the blog page until challenge is over.)

Good luck and happy creating.

Jan and The Team

Cards, cards and more cards!!!!!

Due to popular demand, next term we are offering more chances to create cards at our Card Club.

We will be running our regular Thursday Card Club from 10a.m til 12.30pm.  In this class you will learn how to make 3 different cards.

We will also be running our 3rd Wednesday in the month night class - shop opens from 7pm and class starts at 7.30pm til about 10.30pm. 

Then - as an extra opportunity for those who are finding it hard to get to these 2 clubs we are offering Wednesday and Friday.  You will need to check the Class Schedule for the given dates/times.

Bookings are preferred for classes as we need to get the kits ready.

Hope you can come along and join in the fun.

TERM 4 CLASSES - WE'RE MIXIN' IT UP

That's right - we are mixin' it up next Term with our classes.

We have decided to offer our classes in a slightly different format.  What you need to do is come in and take a look at our samples for the classes, check the dates available for each class and make a booking.

You can also check out the Class List over at the Scrapbook Lady website

http://www.scrapbooklady.com.au/Term4Classes.htm

Here are just a few sneak peaks of what's on offer.

WHAT'S NEW???

We have lots of bits and pieces arriving at the store - some of which are -

 There's a real buzz about the place with people getting organized for Christmas - may seem early but if you can make some time somewhere - come in and have a look around - there's something for everyone in our Christmas section.

 Seam Binding - have you heard of this????  If the answer is no, well then come on in and just have a look.  This is such a versatile ribbon - you can spritz it with water or even Glimmermist to give it a nice crinkly look.  It looks fantastic on cards, layouts and off the page projects.  We have these colours available and don't forget by adding the glimmermist that you can also change the colour.  You've gotta love that!!!

 We have 2 words for you when it comes to 6 x 6 inch paper pads - BE QUICK!!!!!!!  These little bundles of patterned paper goodness are such good value.  You can do amazing things with such a small pad of paper.  PERFECT for card makers and for those off the page projects where you need co-ordinating papers.

Here is a beautiful set of drawers that one of our regular customers, Paula, decorated.  Great job Paula!!! We have several different sets of drawers available in the shop.  All you need to decorate them is some paint, glue, patterend paper and a sanding block/tools.  Our workshop area is always available to work on something like this - just give us a ring, secure you spot on one of our tables and create away.  We are always happy to help you with your colour selection and any assistance you may need. This type of project would make the perfect gift or why not make it for yourself.

Scrapbook Lady Classes

If you have been thinking about joining in one of our classes for Term 3 - there is still time.  We work by School terms so you have til the end of September.

Each class requires you to bring along a basic kit - everything else is supplied and covered in the cost of the class. 

Sometimes it's the little hints that you pick up from a class that will stay with you forever - and quite often these hints can be very basic.

There are several different classes available.  You can ring to make a booking or drop into the shop.

Thank you.

Everybody loves a bit of bling........................

so why not pop into the Scrapbook Lady and have a look at the newly re-stocked glitter and embossing powders.  There are a few new colours to the mix too.

Stay tuned as over the next few days we will be adding a little tutorial on embossing and hot set powders.  If you have never given these a try or you have been wondering how to do it - well you can follow the tutorial or feel free to ask us at the shop - we can always give you a little demo.

Jan and The Team

SALE DAY, SALE DAY, SALE DAY

As Franco Cozzo used to say "Grand Sale, Grand Sale, Grand Sale!!!!"

Mark your calendars and be ready for Scrapbook Lady Sale Day on Saturday 24th September.

There will be a bargain for everyone.

Make sure you're nice and early.

Jan and The Team

Hurry - while there's still time!!!!!!!

You still have some time to complete a card for the in store August Challenge.

All you need to do is create a card using 4 different patterned papers.  You can add any other embellishments as long as we can see the 4 patterend papers.

Drop your completed card into the shop for display.

Good luck.

Blog Competition

Stay tuned everyone.  Later on tonight I will  be loading a challenge for the blog.

More details to follow.

You've got to be in it to win it is all I can say.

LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION

What do you get when you put 34 ladies in a beautiful location in the rolling hills of Rawson?  You get 34 happy and contented ladies who scrapped up a storm over a 3 day event at the inaugural Scrapbook Lady Retreat held last weekend.

The day started with Jan, Lisa and Sandie loading up their cars with all the goodies from the shop and then we headed for the hills.  There was a convoy of cars all heading to the destination.  The first lot arrived about 2pm and then slowly but surely the rest of the gang arrived.

We set several little challenges over the weekend - one of which was to create a name card to sit on our desks - this was also a great way to meet and greet each other.  It was so nice to meet some of the people that we'd only spoken to over the phone.   We had one lady - Judy, make the long hall from Geelong.  Here is the first instalment of name cards - we picked one lucky winner - Belinda.  (Belinda's card is on the top right - the beautiful purple one).  Belinda was quite chuffed with her win.

(Second instalment of name cards - the winner chosen was Kristy.)

Dinner was next and one can only say that we were very satisfied.  Over the weekend the food was magnificent - we certainly didn't go hungry - that is for sure!!!!


After dinner we scrapped the night away - Sandie set everyone a little challenge using one sheet of patterned paper, one piece of card stock, some brads and some ribbon.  People who were up to the task had to create a set of 3 cards - they certainly outdid themselves.  We had some amazing cards created.  Here is the winning set created by Lorae (more photos to be posted later)

On Saturday we were all up and had breakfast at  8.30 and then back to the recreation room to have another fun filled day of scrapping, talking, plenty of laughing, the odd bit of chocolate and the odd drop of alcohol.  Lisa taught everyone how to make a mover card which was a popular class.  Fiona was kind enough to teach us how to colour with Copics - some of the girlies surprised themselves by actually putting a card together using their newly coloured image.  A huge thank you to Fiona for her efforts - we were all very happy. Later on that night we popped our pj's on and scrapped to all hours of the night - or should I say morning......LOL!!!!

Here is a set of cards that Jan made with her much loved Graphic 45 paper - The Wizard of Oz - it was such a great opportunity for Jan to let her her down and to sit, relax and scrap. 

Sunday was another great day - we all finished up our projects and headed off home about 3pm.  It was very sad for the weekend to come to an end.  We have officially booked for this time next year with most of the girls securing their spots for another fantastic weekend.

Thank you to all who supported the Retreat.

Jan and The Team

50% OFF 50% OFF 50% OFF

Drop into the shop and pick up a BARGAIN!!!!!

We currently have quite a selection of chipboard going out at 50% OFF the marked price.  Come in and look for the "pink" labels and it's yours at half the price.  There is quite a range of Christmas which would be great to snatch up now and get in early with your Christmas projects.

Don't leave it too long - the sale is for a limited time only.



Jan and The Team

Thursdays

Thursday's are becoming quite popular at the Scrapbook Lady.  Why??????????

because we are running weekly Card Classes.  If you can't make it one week - that is fine.  There is no ongoing committment.

This is a great way to learn to make cards, meet new people and try to warm up a bit.  Let's face it these wintery days are a bit miserable sitting at home by yourself.

All materials are supplied in a kit.

All you need to do is give us a ring or drop into the shop and let us know that you'd like to join in - why not bring a friend.

It doesn't get much better than that.

Hope to see you there.

Jan and The Team

CUTTLEBUG CLASSES

At our recent Demo day we had quite a few people interested in completing a "Cuttlebug Class".

We are pleased to announce that we will be running a class in Term 4.

If you are interested - stay tuned then all you need to do is put your name on the list.

Thanks



Sandie

Demo Day

Saturday's Demo Day was a hit. 

We showcased Digital Photography, our NEW toy Sizzix Eclips, the ever popular Cuttlebug and of course embossing powders and glitter.

Thank you to all who popped in for a visit and congratulations to all the lucky draw winners.

A great day was had by all.

Jan and The Team

GOOD NEWS!!!!!!!!

Well the good news is that due to one reason or another we now have a few vacancies available for the Scrapbook Lady Retreat.

We are getting rather excited about our FIRST retreat and would love you to join in the fun.

There is less than a month to go so if you are interested it's a case of first in best dressed!!!!

Come on don't be shy.

Just give us a ring at the shop and you'll be popped on the list.

Jan and The Team

DID YOU KNOW????????

Did you know that the Scrapbook Lady is now running Kids Parties?  Well if you didn't you do now!!!!! We have a lot of room at the back of the store to hold parties and somewhere for the kids to create something and have some fun.

Just pop into the shop or give us a ring and we can discuss the details with you.

CHALLENGE

Congratulations to Denise Listing who is the lucky winner of our recently run layout challenge.

Our current challenge is

Create a card using 4 different pieces of patterned paper.  This challenge would be perfect to use up all of those little pieces of paper you just can't quite bear to throw out.

Come on - we would love to see your entry, once you've completed your card, bring it into the shop, say hi and we will pop it on display.  You have til 31st July.

Good luck.

Jan and The Team

CHRISTMAS IN JULY

Have you been thinking "I must make a start on my Christmas cards!!"???? or maybe you haven't even given it a thought at all.  Well, we have the answer and we have the ideas.

Our next Card Club is on Wednesday 20th July.  The shop opens at 7pm giving you some time to wander around and have a look at "what's new" and then we start our class from 7.30.

In the class you will learn how to make 4 Christmas Cards.

Bring along a small plate of food to share with everyone as we celebrate "Christmas In July" and as an added bonus you will have 4 Christmas cards made for December.

Cost:  $10.00 + $5.00 kit - $15.00

Bring along your Basic Kit and 4 plain white cards.

Be sure to book your place as our Card Club is becoming very popular.

(PLEASE NOTE:  WE NOW RUN CARD CLUB ON THE FIRST THURSDAY OF THE MONTH IN THE MORNING FROM 10AM - YOU MAY PREFER THIS TIME OR MAYBE YOU WOULD LIKE TO COME ALONG TO BOTH)

Thank you.

Jan and The Team