Been a while...

So my kiddos started school last Wednesday (well the two older ones)...and you'd think that life would calm down around here, but it's been even crazier! 

I bring it on myself, of course....we are all trying to get back into the swing of 'school structure' and I sign up for a online class (How to host FB parties).  I haven't had the time to really focus on the class...so I am drowning.  Officially, two days behind...and what did I do, today???  Made a couple of treat boxes for my daughter's teacher, of course!  I think that I am so overwhelmed by this class and the 'homework' due each day....that I just wanted to spend a little time being creative instead of spinning my wheels.

On a positive note...I am SUPER excited for college football to start this weekend!  I am not really a UofL fan, but my daughter's teacher is...so I whipped this up for her.  I cut the box w/ Artiste, letters w/ Art Philosophy and the footballs w/ the new Artbooking.  A little baker's twine, twist ties and bling...it's pretty darn cute, if I do say so myself!

 

And I needed a little 'thank you' gift for another teacher...this literally took me about 10 minutes to put together.  Cut using Artiste...filled w/ candy and tied shut with a bit of baker's twine.  Easy Peasy! 

 

Keep checking back with me...I'll be posting September specials this weekend.  You won't want to miss it...a FABULOUS triple stamp set to celebrate National Stamping Month.  YES...you read that correctly...THREE stamps...all for just $10!  Yippee!

Today's crop...

For all of my Louisville peeps....if you didn't attend today's Southwest Scrapbooking Extravaganza, you missed out on a TON (and I mean, A TON) of door prizes.  My goodness...I couldn't believe the prizes these ladies were winning!  Tickets to Dollywood, Holiday World, Cincinnati Reds, food gift certificates, scrap-n-stamp products...one woman even won a $60 ink bundle from some online company. Crazy!  They had so many door prizes that they were walking away w/ 4-5 a piece!  AND aside from the door prizes...the space was plentiful and the food was good.  They host these crops (fundraisers) 1-2 times a year...make sure you sign up for the next one!

My booth was busy, all day, which is a serious PLUS...
But, I did manage to get a few things done.  I made a couple more layouts w/ the new Laughing Lola paper and then hammered out a few cards w/ the scraps. 

Your thoughts.???  I can't decide if I like the "Happy Birthday" with the 'frosting' (liquid applique) or plain. 

 

 

 

And a little reminder....I'll be a vendor at the 'Cropettes' FREE crop, Sat, Sep 7th!  Many of these ladies attended today's crop.  I can't promise that the door prizes will be as plentiful...BUT a little birdie tells me that they all have the same contacts.  *wink*  *wink*

 

If you'd like to attend...please contact Dee Dickman - dee20004@yahoo.com or 502-640-8447

Location: Emmanuel Assembly of God - 5701 Johnsontown Rd - Louisville, KY



Mid-August update...

A couple of reminders....

I'll be a vendor at a crop this Saturday...if you'd like to attend (and are not already registered) you can pay at the door.  Hope to see you there!!!

SOUTHWEST CENTER WILL BE HOSTING A SCRAPBOOKING EXTRAVAGANZA
August 17, 2013
9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
10801 Deering Rd (Previous OLC GYM)
Louisville, KY 40272
Please join us for our Scrapbooking Extravaganza.
The cost is $25.00 per person.
This includes lunch and dinner. There will be lots of great door prizes, 
Rummage table, auction item and vendors on-site. 

And let's not forget about my Crop and Workshops next weekend...

Canvas Workshop - Friday, Aug 23rd - 6:30pm

Workshop will include all materials to make 1-12x12" decorated canvas - $20

(I have 3 spots open)

August Weekend Crop - Friday, Aug 23rd - Sunday, Aug 25th

Birthday Card Workshop - Saturday, August 24th

Workshops will include all materials to make 5 cards using CTMH's new Monogram stamps.  BONUS -You will receive one of the two stamps, being used, to take home and call your very own!

New Location: Hampton Inn & Suites - Louisville, KY (1451 Alliant Ave, Louisville, KY 40299)

Fifteen days left....to get the August SOTM for FREE!

(16 images)

Yours for FREE with a qualifying purchase of $50 or more (before tax/ship)...valid until August 31, 2013!

'What's New in Stamps'

Check out the latest in stamping: updated E-size stamp sets, larger stamp sets included in Workshops on the Go™, mini stamps, and a few classics from Jeanette’s archive.

Let's get back to school....

My kiddos go back to school, in just under a week....and I feel just like the 'prancing Dad' in this Staples commercial.

I LOVE my kids...BUT in this house...it is time for Summer to be over!!  I am sure you know what I mean....they argue with each other incessantly, the neighborhood kids are all sick of each other, their bored with going to the pool and they just want to sit around playing on their electronic devices.  Ugh!  I am over it...

I knew that I wanted to make another layout using the beautiful new Frosted paper pack.  As I was trying to decide what other color I wanted to use, I stumbled across the Ruby Mini Medley accents that were given to me at the CTMH Convention in June.  I took one look at those cute little clothes pins and knew what I wanted to do...being in my 'back to school' mode and all...

The ruby colored border (left page) and the 'First Day' sentiment (right page) was cut with Artbooking.

Embellishments Used:

• Milepost Shapes - Z1464 (currently in the clearance section, of my website, for $1.)
• Burlap Ribbon - Z1760
• Mocha Opaques - Z1333
• Wood button assortment (which is now retired)
• Dimensional Elements - Stars - Z1680
• Baker's Twine - Neutral - Z1701
• Dimensional Elements - red/white/cocoa arrows & circle were left over from my Canvas Art WOTG kit.

Back-to-school card...stamp is from the Scholastic WOTG kit (retired).

I hope you like my little creations...six days and counting...who knows what else I'll come up with!!!

New Frosted paper...and Artbooking!

I just love this FROSTED paper line...I can see myself going through quite a few packs of it over the next 6 months that it's available.  Actually...I should probably start stock piling it b/c I can see this gorgeous line selling out before it retires in January!

 

I used Artbooking to cut the geometric shape background...but Artiste to cut the circular shapes

 

 

Don't look at my poorly stamped "Lovely"....not sure what I was thinking, but I adhered that chunky black button and then when I tried to stamp the "Lovely" sentiment, my block hit the button.  I had to reach under the page and push the paper up to meet the stamp/block....hence the smudge look.  I am obviously not a perfectionist...

 

 

 

I put these two cards together w/ some of the scraps from the layout ...also used two of the 'Minis' stamps...cute as can be and just $2.95!

 

These are two of the five cards that we'll be making in my workshop, Sat Aug 24th. 

There are still seats available if you're interested....email me midwestscramper@hotmail.com.

Workshop is from 10 am til Noon. 

 Just $15 and you'll get to take 1 of the stamps home with you and call it your very own.

My first Artbooking layout...

My initial Artbooking experience wasn't exactly pleasant.  I blame myself, of course...when I want to do something, and it doesn't go my way...I get really impatient and if truth be told, I am somewhat of a hot head!

So, I have this layout, in mind, for the new Laughing Lola paper....one of the rare times when I see a paper packet and know exactly what pictures I am going to use with it.  I sit down w/ my E2, plug in the Artbooking cartridge and attempt to cut the overlay (shown on the right side of my layout) and I can only get the machine to bump up to 10.5", not the 11" that is should be.  I toggle between the dial sizes...nothing doing.  GRRR...

After more playing around...I post my issue on a few different FB groups.  A couple of people respond to say they are having the same issue, a couple of more say that I should call Provocraft and one or two even say that there are some glitches with the cartridges and that Provocraft is working on the fix.  GRRR... GRRR...

Then another gal suggests that I go ahead and update my E2...and all I can think is  DUHHH!  I have had my E2 for over 2 years and have never downloaded an update.  Technology, Sherri...a lot changes in two years.  So, that is what I did...went to http://www.cricut.com/home/support/cricut-sync/ ...it ran for close to 2 hours (I guess 2 was my magic #  for the day)...and low & behold...it now cuts 11" like it should. 

Long story, longer.....after thinking I knew exactly  what I wanted to do on this layout...two days later and here it is.  I am sorry that I was so cross, with you, Artbooking....you are one impressive cartridge!

Supplies used:
Laughing Lola paper packet (x7170B)
Laughing Lola dimensional elements (X7170C)
Mini-Medley Accent Black Collection(Z1862)
Artbooking Cricut Cartridge (Z1906)

Crops & Workshops...

Canvas Workshop - Friday, Aug 23rd - 6:30pm

Workshop will include all materials to make 1-12x12" decorated canvas - $20
RSVP's no later that Thurs, Aug 15th

August Weekend Crop - Friday, Aug 23rd - Sunday, Aug 25th

Birthday Card Workshop - Saturday, August 24th

Workshops will include all materials to make 5 cards using CTMH's new Monogram stamps.  BONUS -You will receive one of the two stamps, being used, to take home and call your very own!

• New Location: Hampton Inn & Suites - Louisville, KY (1451 Alliant Ave, Louisville, KY 40299)

September All-Day Crop - Saturday, Sep 21st

'TBA' Workshop - Saturday, Sep 21st

Workshops will include all materials to make 5 cards & 1 double page layout (12x12”).

• Location: Courtyard Marriott - Louisville, KY (9608 Blairwood Road, Louisville, KY 40222)

October Weekend Crop - Friday, Oct 18th - Sunday, Oct 20th

'TBA' Workshop - Saturday, October 19th

Workshops will include all materials to make 5 cards & 1 double page layout (12x12”).

• Location: Hampton Inn & Suites - Louisville, KY (1451 Alliant Ave, Louisville, KY 40299)

November All-Day Crop - Saturday, Nov 9th

'TBA' Workshop - Saturday, Nov 9th

Workshops will include all materials to make 5 cards & 1 double page layout (12x12”).

• Location: Courtyard Marriott - Louisville, KY (9608 Blairwood Road, Louisville, KY 40222)

December Weekend Crop - Fri, Dec 6th - Sun, Dec 8th

'TBA' Workshop - Saturday, Dec 7th

Workshops will include all materials to make 5 cards & 1 double page layout (12x12”).

Win an "E" size stamp set!

Enter CTMH's latest contest "Be An Alpha" and you could win 1 of 20 new E-size alphabet stamp sets from the Autumn/Winter Idea Book!

The E-size alphabet stamps on a 8 1/2 x 11" carrier sheet.  

That's a retail value of $29.95 and you get to choose the stamp!  AWESOME!

Just watch the video on Jeannette's blog....and leave a comment, before Aug 31st!  That's it...SO EASY!!!!
http://www.jeanettelynton.com/2013/08/be-alpha-contest.html

GOOD LUCK!!

Try the ombre' technique...

Dress up titles and sentiments in vibrant colors to make your lettering fresh. With the ombré technique, you can watch colors of your choice melt together for a fun new style.

Get Artbooking for 1/2 PRICE!

Can't wait to get your hands on the CTMH's new Cricut ARTBOOKING bundle???

Join my team and I'll give you the new Artbooking bundle for 1/2 price!

New Consultant Essentials Kit for only $49 (approx retail value $155)

...or the Master Kit for just $99 (approx retail value $335)

For those of you looking to build a business:

$300 quarterly minimums.

22% commissions

Free - Online Business Address (OBA) website

Free - Training Academy

Incentive trips

Hostess Rewards

Select Product Credit and much, much more!

For those of you who want to be a 'hobbyist':

Same as above, BUT if you do not make the quarterly minimum, you move to Junior Consultant ($100 quarterly min, 10% commission).  If you don't make the Junior Consultant min, you drop off the consultant list...NO PENALTIES!!!  But you walk away w/ a great bundle of product for just $49...you can't beat that!

HOW DO YOU MAKE THIS HAPPEN???

Sign up HERE!  As soon as I get confirmation that you've joined my team...I'll send you a PayPal invoice for your 1/2 PRICE Artbooking bundle.  When that has been paid, I'll mail your bundle (USPS-Priority Mail) that very day!  Just think, in two days you could be playing with the best CTMH Cricut cartridge yet!  

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Sweetening the Deal

FREE August Stamp of the Month Set!

A Chocolate Affair - 16 images

Retail Value $17.95

Available Aug 1 - 31st - ONLY!

August is an especially sweet time to shop — when you place an order of $50 or more during August, you’ll receive the August Stamp of the Month set, A Chocolate Affair, FREE! This D-size stamp set with a retail value of $17.95 includes 16 images and sentiments that will have your friends salivating over your chocolatey layouts and cards. Make every project a treat with this must-have set.

Shop online or contact me (kysprau@hotmail.com) today to see this yummy stamp set!

August Weekend Crop & Workshops!

I've got GREAT NEWS....

we have a new location for the August Weekend Crop and Canvas Workshop!

The Hampton Inn & Suites

1451 Alliant Avenue

Louisville, KY 40299

*Bluegrass Conference Room*

(location is off Blakenbaker Ave on the East end in front of Sam's Club)

Crop - Friday, Aug 23 (9am) til Sunday, Aug 25 (5pm) - $60 weekend or $25 day/$15 after 3pm

Canvas Workshop - Friday, Aug 23rd (6:30pm) - $20

Card Workshop - Saturday, Aug 24th (10am-noon) - $15

Card Workshop - 5 cards using CTMH's new 'Minis' stamps - $15
*BONUS - You get to keep 1 of the two stamps, being used in the workshop.  Bring it home and call it your very own! 

Heartfelt Birthday Wish (M1033)

A Little Gift (M1030)

Join me for a special workshop, Friday, August 23rd (6:30)pm.  We'll be making this SUPER cute canvas frame...for just $20!

Make it a Girls Night Out...bring a friend or two, grab dinner and/or drinks at The Bistro, before, after or during this quick workshop (Just 1-1.5 hrs to complete).

Choose from either the red banner or the green banner canvas....check out my examples, below

Location: Hampton Inn & Suites - 1451 Alliant Ave, Louisville KY 40299

*Photo printing and sizing available - FREE!  Project requires a 5x7" & a 2.5x2.5" photo.

RSVP's (by Thurs 8/15/13) are a must....email me at kysprau@hotmail.com.