New Idea Book Coming Soon!

It's almost time! (just like Christmas, we like getting ready early) The new Idea Book will be debuting Aug 1st.  All papers in the current book will no longer be available other than the Skylark collection. If you have a favorite paper pack in the current book be sure to get it ordered soon. Once the current paper collections are gone, they're gone!  I do have an option that is pretty darn good though.  ALL papers, even the very old ones, are available on Studio J.  And if you look close there are some EXCLUSIVE papers on there too.  This is a great and quick option to scrap with papers you may have missed.

Every year I make layouts for my husband and his friends that are attending the Indy 500 race on Memorial weekend. These layouts pay tribute to the fallen family members, telling unimaginable stories of courage and sacrifice.  Here are a couple from this year...

Notice the old paper which is CLASSIC!  Every year I can add to the race book with the same papers. In this instance it's fantastic to have the pages consistent. When you place your Studio J order you get web ready jpgs to share on any social media along with hi-res jpgs to print on your own. Truly, taking advantage of the 12x12 prints from Studio J is the best. Quality is outstanding and you usually get the prints in 4-5 days.

"Free To Be Me" National Scrapbooking Month Special

During National Scrapbooking Month in May, you can get the Free to Be Me paper collection for just $5 with your qualifying purchase of $50. The paper collection features exclusive printed cardstocks, vellums, and B&T Duos™ and, with a retail value of $11.95, is a fantastic deal for products you can’t get anywhere else. Plus, with your $50 qualifying purchase, you will also qualify for the May Stamp of the Month for an additional $5 (retail value $17.95)! This means May is the perfect month to double up on promotions, getting the paper collection for $5 and the May Stamp of the Month for $5—that is a savings of nearly $20! So make sure to get your Free to Be Me paper collection in May for just $5 and let your creativity take flight!

Contact me to get this additional Card Kit.

ScrapbookUSA Expo Classes

We are looking forward to the Scrapbook Expo March 28th and 29th. Sign up for our classes at www.scrapbookusaexpo.com

Friday Only - 6:30 pm

Friday and Saturday - 10:30 am

Friday and Saturday - 12:30 pm

14 Days of Valentines

My best friend Wendy came over with this idea from Pinterest.  How about giving that special someone a treat every day from February 1st until February 14th?  Why yes, we can whip this out quick. A fun way to treat your Valentine! 

Print the sayings from this PDF here. Cut sayings into 2" x 2" squares.

Add some fun pattern paper for a pop of color. 2.25" x 2.25" squares.

Cut tags from the Cricut Craft Room file here. Tags are 2.5" x approx 3" tall.

Glue the pieces together and add some curling ribbon. Done.

You will find dollar deals of all kinds with lots of options - so be creative! 

Import the following Cricut Craft Room file to see layers of different tags from all 3 of our Close To My Heart cartridges.  (there is also a layer of hearts from the Art Philosophy cartridge just for fun)

Importing/Exporting Instructions:

1- Click on the link above for the Cricut Craft Room file.(there will be a box that says "no preview", but you will click the "download" arrow)
2- Download the file to your computer, either to your desktop or make a folder to hold all your CCR files.
3- Open the Cricut Craftroom program. Go to the "MyProjects" folder icon. It will pop up a window with a list of existing projects and a button on the bottom to "Import".
4- Choose the file from your desktop or download folder.
5- Highlight the file you want to open and click "Open".
It's that easy - enjoy!  (need a visual? watch a YouTube video)