Blog Arrears (say it fast - it sounds like something else)

Hey Bloggerettes,

Here's an update on what's happenin'.

The July 17 retreat at the Stoney Nakoda Casino is quickly approaching. We are going ahead with it. FYI: Payments are being processed this week.

Our Creative Imaginations order has been shipped. We ordered two different "Star Wars" kits (only 6 each) so if you want to put one on hold, please let us know. The metal cast brads are not in the shipment - they are probably not produced yet. We also ordered Western/Rodeo paper and embellishments. 'Tis the season!!

"Road Map" from October Afternoon came in. It should be on the floor tomorrow.

Robin is hooked on Artist Trading Cards (ATC) now. She set up an area in the store showcasing all of the product that she ordered to make them. Check it out!

Ten Second Studios is another vendor that we are now carrying. They have embossing templates and colored metals to work with. They have some "U-Tube" videos on their website (www.tensecondstudios.com) that are very good. We are going to use the Ellison "Big Shot" to emboss with.

We are also waiting for our stamp order from Paper Bag Studios. Their website is: www.paperbagstudioscom The stamps of the chairs are very unique.

Margo and Robin had a hay-day (western lingo) one day rearranging the store. Holy Cow - I can't find anything. It all looks new again.

Well that's all for now folks.

Lori

What in tarnation??????

Hey Bloggerettes,

I couldn't resist posting this picture. Can you imagine what I was thinking when I saw these 2 fellows early one morning ambling towards our front door carrying a scrapbooking tote??? I had to take a picture. Apparently other industries are ripping off scrapbooking paraphernalia!!!! These men came into our store to check our fire extinguishers. You can imagine lots of mocking ensued. I looked through their tote just to see what else could be used to create a masterpeice.

Ciao
Lori

J _ _ _ B_ _ & L _ _ _ _ _ _ _

Hey Bloggerettes,

What could that stand for??? John Boy & Leprosy, Junk Bag & Looserville, or maybe June Bug and Lemonade - the names of the newest Basic Grey collections. Aren't you glad I don't get to name the collections???? These 2 lines arrived today in all their glory. Basic Grey has added new products to their collections - Woolies (felt die-cut shapes), Layered Stickers, Doilies (12x12 intricately cut paper kinda like doilies), Cardstock Stickers, a fun pack of 3D Favors and journaling tags called Take Note. The June Bug line is double sided - twice the paper and designs. I like the new pattern of the solid colors. Sidebar: Check out their website www.basicgrey.com to see one of our customers' layouts posted in the Gallery (pg 7). Look for Jemma Richmond-Murray. Way to go Jemma!!!! Does Barry know how famous you are?

Also arriving today at "The Scrap Yard" was an order containing a re-stock of Stampers Anonymous stamps. As great product called "Ink Refresher" from Ranger Ink also arrived. It's the best!! It adds much needed moisture to the stamp pads that you think are dry and useless.

CIAO
Lori

The Ultimate Gypsy

Wow - I went to the Fleetwood Mac concert last night - WOW! I knew I would love it but certainly didn't expect to be reduced to tears 3 times! Our original tickets were in row 18 on the floor but my dear friend Em had 2 extra tickets to sit with her in row 4. I'm ruined for concerts forever now. I have never seen artists that up close and personal before. And the songs... well what can I say....they just bring back so many memories. Stevie Nicks is a true gypsy right down to her scarf ladened tambourine. She spoke of the bands' beginning (she had just started high school) and they opened for such people as Janis Joplin and Jimmy Hendrix. I feel sorry for our kids' generation - I don't think they'll ever be able to experience a concert of bands they are listening to now when they are in their late 40's! What was really cool was the fact that there were so many young people there as well. Here are some photos ( I don't know why we got such a clear shot of Lindsay Buckingham and every one of Stevie Nicks is so blurry). Just in awe I guess! Robin

Happy Monday!

Hey Bloggerettes,

Hey Maureen, where were you on the weekend??? You know you must stop in daily!!!

I think I'm back on the right time zone and schedule now. Staying up really late and sleeping in really late - that's the norm! If anyone asks what time I'll show up at the store for my shift Robin always tells them 12ish. She's usually right. I always find something very important to do at 11:55. What's with that!!!

We received our My Little Yellow Bicycle shipment. It's a travel line with some terrific enamel, lace, transparency and double-sided papers.
www.mylyb.com/fresh_print_traveler

The new Clip-it-up "Jumbo" has also arrived. You can store 12x12 paper on it. There are also rubber grippers that can go on the clips so they won't mark your delicate papers. The "Swinging Wall Arm" also arrived.
www.clipitup.com/newproducts.html

Lost Coast Designs is a rubber stamp company that we liked so we brought in some of their product. They are quite unique.
www.lost-coast-designs.com

We are in the midst of placing an order with Ten Second Studio if anybody has any requests.
www.tensecondsstudio.com

CIAO
lor!

Weekend Retreat

The plans are finalized.

We are hosting a weekend retreat at the Stoney Nakoda Casino (40 minutes west towards Canmore). Here are the details:

When: July 17-19 (check in around 4pm - check out around 3pm)

Cost: $250.00 (based on double occupancy-singles are $350)

Meals Included: Saturday breakfast buffet, Saturday lunch buffet, Saturday supper buffet, Sunday brunch. A separate coffee/cookie room will be available Saturday morning if you are a late riser.

Extras: Make-and-takes, surprises, games and a whole lotta fun!

Casino: Where you will find Robin and I if you need us-JUST KIDDING!!

Sign up now!

Call the store 403-271-2225
email: thescrapyard@telus.net
drop by and sign up in person

It's over........................

Hey Bloggerettes,

OMG I can't believe it's over. We packed up our big box of product, said our thanks and goodbyes and wandered off into the Jersey sunset. I sat on the edge of my bed and browsed through my many fabulous tags and tried not to shed a tear.

Okay, okay..............I am sad that I won't be front and center with my man Tim but I miss the store and my dog. I'm headed home tomorrow.

I hope you enjoy the pictures. Tim is an excellent instructor. He is humorous, a storyteller, extremely knowledgeable, tolerant and a great guy.

CIAO
lor!