The Scrap Yard

February Layout/Card Challenge and a Winner!!

2012-02-03T10:21:00.003-07:00

Wow it is February and time for a new challenge! This months challenge is to use the colour pallette in the photo below(Red, Turquoise and Yellow) as well your layout/card must contain at least 3 hearts. Your submission must be in by Wednesday, February 15. Good Luck!!

It was very exciting to see the submissions we received for January, they were fabulous! Now without further ado, the layout with the most votes for January's challenge and the winner of the $10.00 gift card is MEL STONEHOUSE. Her Patience layout is adorable!!

Thank you ladies for participating in our first ever monthly challenge and we can't wait to see what you create this month!

Big, Big Sale!!!

2012-01-31T12:47:00.003-07:00

Hey Ladies

Lori is away at CHA this week buying up a storm, so we need to make room for all of the new product!! We are having a SALE Tuesday and Wednesday (Jan 31 - Feb 1).

Christmas themed products - 60% off
Clearance - 70% off
All other product 30% off (Excluding Tim Holtz products, Dies, Adhesives and Magazines)

Come in and enjoy the savings!!

New Monthly Layout Challenge!

2012-01-03T10:18:00.003-07:00

Happy New Year to you and your families!! We wish you much happiness, good health and of course lots of inspiration for 2012. To help you with the inspiration we are excited to announce a monthly layout/card challenge. At the beginning of each month we will prompt you with a challenge. Your layout/card will be due by the 15th of the month. We will have our customers vote on the layouts to determine the winner. Now you're probably wondering what the winner will receive, well they will receive a $10.00 gift card! Sound fun? So lets get started with the first challenge of the year.

CHALLENGE #1- January
Your challenge this month is to create a layout or card using a word that has personal feeling to you. The word can be a thought, feeling, emotion or inspirational, remember this is your word. The word must appear somewhere on your layout or card and be visible to the viewer.

All submissions must be in no later that January 14 at 5pm.

We can't wait to see what you create!!

Holiday Greetings

2011-12-24T14:39:00.002-07:00

Hey Bloggerettes,

I would like to wish everyone a very Merry Christmas and joyful holiday season.

The store holiday hours are:

Christmas Eve 10-3
Christmas Day CLOSED
Boxing Day CLOSED
New Year's Eve 10-3
New Year's Day CLOSED

CIAO
Lori & Team

The Happiness Project with Lynn

2011-12-20T10:21:00.003-07:00

Vintage Ticket Holder Class

2011-12-07T10:08:00.004-07:00

Join Susan on Monday, December 12, 6-8pm to create this unique 7 Gypsies vintage ticket holder. The member cost is $49.99. Call to reserve your spot 403-271-2225. This is a perfect little gift for anyone on your list!

Shabby Wall Art

2011-11-29T10:09:00.004-07:00

Join Lynn on Thursday December 8, 6-8pm to create this beautiful Shabby picture frame. The member cost is $24.99. This would make a wonderful Christmas gift or just keep it for yourself!

Space is limited so call The Scrap Yard to reserve your spot 403-271-2225.

What's Up?

2011-11-27T21:36:00.007-07:00

Hey Bloggerettes,

Here is an update on what is going on at "The Scrap Yard" in the next few weeks.

Classes:
Nov 28 - Shabby Chic Album Building Class
Nov 29 - Countdown Advent Calendar
Nov 30 - Basic Grey Page of the Month
Dec 3 - Red Tag Deal Card Class X2
Dec 6 - Shabby Chic Album Building Class
Dec 7 - Tim Holtz "Outside the Box"
Dec 8 - Shabby Chic Wall Hanging
Dec 9 - Customer Appreciation Night
Dec 12 - 7 Gypsies Ticket Holder
Dec 14 - Card Class with Erika
Dec 15 - Jenni Bowlin Altered Cigar Box
Dec 17 - Crop With Susan

Announcements:
Susan Tutt has accepted the position of Store Manager at "The Scrap Yard". Yeah Susan!!!!
"The Scrap Yard" won it's first award at the annual Action Coach Awards Night. Hard work is paying off.
December 9 is "Customer Appreciation Night". Please call in and book an attendance time. Susan has lots of things planned for a delightful evening. Details to follow by email.
I am still having issues with Shaw.ca emails that I am sending out. Please check your Spam/Junk Mail folders.
There is a new website for "The Scrap Yard". Please REFRESH your link to see the new site.

Holiday Store Hours:
Christmas Eve 10-3
Christmas Day CLOSED
Boxing Day CLOSED
New Years Eve 10-3
New Years Day CLOSED

TERESA COLLINS COMES TO CANADA

2011-11-14T21:58:00.002-07:00

Hey Bloggerettes,

I finally have the plans in place to announce that Teresa Collins is coming to Calgary to do an event just like the one she hosts in Nevada.

Here's the scoop:

Teresa Collins
"Bling it on Canada"
August 2-5, 2012
Hyatt Regency Calgary
6 Workshops
(2 by Teresa, 1 by Amber Packer, 1 by Janet Hopkins, 1 by Lynn Thune and 1 by Susan Tutt)
$375/participant

Hosted by The Scrap Yard

Register on-line: www.thescrapyardcalgary.com
TAB: "Stuff That's Happening"

How cool is that!!!

CIAO
Lori & Team

Big Weekend a Big Success!

2011-11-09T21:22:00.002-07:00

Hey Bloggerettes,

I want to thank all of the gals who attended the retreat at Nakoda Lodge this past weekend - it was great. The retreats get better and better every year thanks to the mix of attendees. This year we had some girls fly in from Coeur D'Alene, a group from central Alberta drove down, "the Myanna Show" of 15 or more, the "Honeybee" group of altered artists and all of my faithful regulars. Mike, Purcell, Lynn, Pat, Jess, Lucie, Karen and Marlene all deserve a big thank you for packing me up. The only casualty was the severe case of chapped lips, just like last year. I picked up some "Extreme-Stick" at Script Pharmacy - great stuff, highly recommend it.

Arriving this week at the "Yard" should be the Tim Holtz dies that we've all been waiting for. Watch for my posts on FACEBOOK for their arrival.

Have a great week - watch for a big announcement.

CIAO
Lori

Box after box after box

2011-10-26T23:01:00.002-06:00

Hey Bloggerettes,

My fingers are worn down to the bone from entering product. This is what has arrived in the past 2 days:

My Mind's Eye - Christmas
Graphic 45 - An ABC Primer
Fabscraps - Shabby Chic
Prima - North Country, Frosts, Shabby Chic Treasures
Basic Grey - 2012 Calendars
Ingvild Bolme - Distress Tool
Crafty Secrets - Christmas stickers
Photo Book Creator & covers
7 Gypsies - new and old Collage Tissue, spiral hangers, paper tape, Surveyor Rulers
Tim Holtz - Stamp sets, Mover & Shapers, Sizzlits, Texture Fades, Halloween Bigz, Tissue Wrap, Birdcages
Somerset Magazines - Where Women Create, Artful Blogging, Somerset Studio
Sew Easy
Kaisercraft - Bonjour

CIAO
Lori & Team

"If You Want To Be HaPpy, Be" Mini Album Sneak Peek

2011-10-20T10:22:00.004-06:00

Susan will be teaching this adorable mixed media album November 9, 6-9. She created this album using Authentique's Blissful collection. Call to reserve your spot, space is limited.

Charm Exchange at Retreat

2011-10-17T11:26:00.012-06:00

Hey Bloggerettes,

Just a reminder that we will be doing a charm exchange at the retreat again. I observed the charm exchange at the Teresa Collins Event in September and I figured out how it works. You will handover all of your charms to me and I do the exchanging and give you back as many as you made. I saw one lady wore them on a link necklace - it was aboiut 500 pounds! How charming.

CIAO
Lori

Holy Mother of Mounds!

2011-10-02T23:00:00.005-06:00

Hey Bloggerettes,

So much new product has arrived I can hardly stand it. I just want to dive into it all. Every box was a treasure-trove.
New.............
Basic Grey
Fancy Pants
Bo Bunny
Jillibean
Simple Stories
Tim Holtz
Viva Decor
Graphic 45
Cinch Machine
Fab Scraps
Little Yellow Bicycle
Echo Park
Tons of embellishments

Met a ton of new scrapbookers at the Okotoks Scrapbook Convention on Saturday. They did very well for the "Rowan House" fund raiser. It was a pleasure to be part of such a heartfelt event. Thanks to Shannon and Annalisa for inviting me to participate. Scrapbookers from towns south of Calgary have been introduced to the "The Scrap Yard" - YEAH! Thanks to Lynn Thune for teaching and donating her valuable time to such a worthwhile cause. You're the best! Take a breath now!

"The Scrap Yard" would like to welcome a new teacher. Erika Taylor has offered to share her talents by teaching some cardmaking classes. Here is the scoop on Erika:

Hi Everyone, I'm Erika Taylor and I'm over the moon to be working with The Scrap Yard. I've got a smokin husband named Mark, who is my biggest supporter and fan and we have two zany and wild children. One precious and precocious little girl and a young boy who is full of ideas, and creativity. I've been paper crafting since September of 2008, but you could always find me with scissors, glue, crayons and construction paper when I was a little girl. I've got a big personality and love to make people giggle, either with me or at me. I'm a bit of a magpie and gravitate to sparkle and shine.

I have been so blessed to be a part of many different design teams. Currently I am on the Tattered Angels, Nikki Sivils, Basically Bare, Helmar, Scrapping Cottage, I Brake for Stamps and Paper Temptress teams. Creatively, I love trying new things and revel in new techniques, tools and supplies. I am very eclectic in my style and sometimes look from one project to the next and think "Did I make both of those? Inspiration comes from so many venues and I'm tickled pink that I get to share my creative journey with all of you.
Come on by my blog at http://taylordconcepts.blogspot.com and take a look. Grab a cup of your favorite beverage and leave some love.

Welcome Erika :)

The October Class Schedule is on the website calendar - check it out.

CIAO
Lori and Team

What's new Pussycat??????

2011-09-28T23:04:00.007-06:00

Hey Bloggerettes,

Long time no chat...............

I went to the Teresa Collins "Inspiration Unlimited" 4th annual event in Vegas last weekend. Lots of classes, casino-going, pool-time, shopping, Thai Crunch Salad (2x), hob-knobbing with the big name scrapbookers. Yeah, I love this trip.

We received mega product yesterday and today - it will probably take days to get it all in the computer. I think it was 630 pounds!!! Everyday you will see new stuff.

It's my party..............

2011-09-03T22:40:00.003-06:00

Hey Bloggerettes,

How many "Crave" cupcakes are too many to eat on your birthday???? I have been totally spoiled today with such decadence. Thanks to my "peeps"!

"Hug Snug" seam binding is all the rage right now. I have 6 colors in stock right now. You can buy it by the yard for a mere 49 cents. It is easy to dye with Color Wash or any other permanent coloring - even Jello. Starch it and crumple it and it is fabulous!

Did you happen to see the article in the Herald "Neighbours" section that referenced "The Scrap Yard"? Way cool. I did a telephone interview with the writer.

"Shabby Chic" starts on Monday - can hardly wait. The September classes are posted on the website calendar. Check it out.

CIAO

Sunshine and lollipops!

2011-08-07T17:34:00.002-06:00

Hey Bloggeresttes,

Long time no post - summers are like that!

There are a few things to share -

Congrats to Susan Tutt for being published again. The cigar box mini album is going to be in the next vintage mini album publication of "Scrapbook Trends". SWEET!!!!
Thanks to Lynn for teaching a Photoshop class to the avid Shabby Chic girls and Wendy from Three Hills.
CHA is over now. Tons of new product to search on the internet. "Lori-add-to-cart" (one of my many pseudonums) had a cart over $30K. Have to trim that back! A wee bit excessive.
Mr. Tim has great new stuff coming out - get your pre-orders in!
The Nakoda Retreat is on again (Nov 4-6) $315/double occupancy.

Thanks for lookin'

Where oh where..............

2011-08-07T17:03:00.001-06:00

Sunny days are here again!!!

2011-07-05T19:44:00.002-06:00

Hey Bloggerettes,

Got some stuff in!!!!

Teresa Collins "Notations" and "Freestyle" collections as well as some "Blingage".
Tim Holtz Drill Press, Shrink Plastic and other Idea-ology re-stocked items. I have just about everything in stock now.
7 Gypsies "Mykonos" collection. WOW!
Gesso, Molding Paste and Matte Medium
6x6 Brick template (for molding paste)
Uniball Signo white pen - aha, I found it Jen!

I have re-arranged the store completely. Everything will look new to you! I love it.

New product is being released at CHA Summer

2011-06-30T22:28:00.010-06:00

Hey Bloggerettes,

I have been getting lots of pre-views of the new products that are showcasing at CHA Summer in Chicago. Wanna see some new Basic Grey????

The "Out Of Print" arrived today as well as some of the "Smash" product, huge Tim Holtz re-stock , new Helmar adhesives, western items, Sew Easy handles, a few La Blanche stamps, Crafter's Workshop stencils (6x6 numbers, tree branch and bricks), more Disney stuff.............

I want to invite everyone to join The Scrap Yard in doing a tribute to Breast Cancer surviviors by decorating a bra to the extreme and let us hang it from the rafters. This tribute will continue throughout the month of July. Show us what you've got - so to speak!!!

The fabulous gold ornate frame (24x36) with all of the tags pinned onto the red silk background, that you have ogled for months, is now a class. I am holding 3 classes in July and one in August to create this masterpiece. It is a creation of Paula and Debbie from 7 Gypsies. It will take 4 classes to complete. The class starts the first Wednesday in July. Sign-up now!

Remember we are offering Kids Camp - need a few more kids to sign up.

The store hours on Canada Day will be 12-5. Summer hours go into effect in July. We will be closing at 7 PM Mon-Thur, Fri 'til 9PM, Sat 10-5, Sunday Closed.

Ciao

Lori

Upcoming 7 Gypsies Flip Album Class - Summer Series

2011-06-29T15:22:00.002-06:00

Ok girls I have a new class for you!! I created this album using a 7 Gypsies photo stand, but instead of just photos I have made it into a flip style album. The theme of my album is childhood, mine to be exact. I have used some of my favourite childhood pictures in this album!

The thing I love the most about this album is that each layout is created on a paper bag! I love the vintage look of this album and I think you will too. This class will run on Monday evenings starting July 4 and runs weekly through August 15. The cost of the class $24.99 per week and that includes the cost of the photo stand! If you would like to join me in creating this beautiful album call the store at 403-271-2225 to reserve your spot.

JULY TO SEPTEMBER

2011-06-26T21:11:00.003-06:00

STORE HOURS

Monday to Thurday open 10-7PM

Friday open 10-9PM

Saturday open 10-5PM

Sunday CLOSED

Canada Day

2011-06-25T16:26:00.002-06:00

The store hours for Friday, July 1st will be:
12-5 PM

Scrap That Trio Class

2011-06-24T12:20:00.001-06:00

FYI:
due to various busy June schedules, the Scrap That Trio Class has been postponed until September. Sorry for any inconvenience this may have caused.

OOPS, try this link........

2011-06-19T20:15:00.000-06:00

http://sun7designs.blogspot.com/2011/06/scrap-that-trio-class.html

2011-06-19T16:06:00.002-06:00

Hey Bloggerrettes,

Please click on the following links to sign up for SCRAP THAT TRIO class that is being held at THE SCRAP YARD on Sunday, June 26.

www.scrapthat.ca/index.php?target=products&product_id=31912

OR

www.sun7designs.blogspot.com/2011/06/scrap-that-trio-class.htlm

Danger - Ranger order is here!

2011-06-17T16:46:00.006-06:00

Hey Bloggerettes,

The June releases of Tim Holtz product arrived today. You will want it all!

If you haven't clicked on the "LIKE" button for 'THE SCRAP YARD' Facebook page, please do so. There might be a little something in it for you!

I have been slowly re-decorating the store to have an "ecclectic vintage" flair. I love the new colors being introduced. The feedback is fabulous. Thanks :)

CIAO

Summer Camps!!

2011-06-09T08:18:00.008-06:00

The Scrap Yard is offering SUMMER CAMPS for young crafters ages 8 - 12. We are running two, 2 day, sessions July 5-6 and July 12-13. The cost is $125.00 for the 2 day camp.

Camp #1 July 5 - 6 Projects

Shopping bag mini album
Name plate door hanger

Bottle top necklace

Camp #2 July 12 - 13 Projects

Mosaic mirror
Canvas wall hanging

Your child will also be making a dog tag style necklace in camp # 2 that is not pictured.

We are only accepting 10 kids per camp so reserve your spot now! Call The Scrap Yard at 403-271-2225.

Travel Notes Mini Album Class

2011-06-08T16:43:00.005-06:00

Hey Ladies, Susan has another great class coming up on Thursday, June 16! The Travel Notes mini album is a portfolio style album full of pockets and pages to document your summer vacation or a special trip. This would also be a great teacher gift.

This class is on Thursday, June 16 at 6pm and the cost is $44.99 member's price.

Hey..............

2011-05-22T11:29:00.005-06:00

Hey Bloggerettes,

Got back from my trip to Charlotte, North Carolina this week - it's a different world over there! Donna & Bill Downey put on a huge event with 6 different media artisan workshops, tons of mini workshops, a vendor-faire, product demos, social time and fun for all! Thanks Donna for a great time and loads of inspiration. I met some crazy scrapbook junkies - they are hard core! Oddly enough, I was considered a "wall flower" because I was so quiet and demur - go figure????

Some Prima Marketing product arrived.

Somerset Studios magazines shoudl be arriving.

7 Gypsies order is en route.

Basic Grey "Lauderdale" is on the shelf.

"Soiree" from Pink Paislee is here.

Store hours for Victoria Day are 12-5.

The "Shabby Chic" class in still on for Monday night.

CIAO

Something to browse through

2011-05-08T19:46:00.002-06:00

Hey Bloggerettes,

One of my vendors had made the catalogue of Tim Holtz products available on-line. Click on the link to browse through it. Enjoy!

http://www.flipcity.com/fvx/ulib/1f57b05b-9b24-4fbb-8631-8b2b09442f2f/7662/1/Web/mybook.html http://www.flipcity.com/fvx/ulib/1f57b05b-9b24-4fbb-8631-8b2b09442f2f/7662/1/Web/mybook.html

National Scrapbook Day - Yes. it's a real occassion!

2011-05-05T11:43:00.003-06:00

Hey Bloggerettes,

"National Scrapbook Day" is this Saturday. To celebrate this momentus occassion, The Scrap Yard will be hosting an ALL DAY CROP at the store - 10 'til midnight. Pizza will be served at 6. There will be several SCRAP YARD GIFT CARD draws throughout the day for customer who have shopped that day. I might think of some other fun things - stay tuned!

Some updates on products due to arrive:

Tim Holtz April & May die releases/texture fades, gridblocks and hangers should arrive early next week

Pink Paislee "Soiree" collection

7 Gypsies latest releases including the much anticipated tissue paper

Canvas Corp ( a new vendor that I discovered at CHA)

CIAO

Finally.........

2011-04-20T22:41:00.002-06:00

Hey Bloggerettes,

The Advantus order came in today - AKA the Ideaology stuff of Tim Holtz and Girls Paperie collections "Kitch", "Vintage Whimsy" & "Jubilee".

Items such as: tape dispenser, 2 kinds of new tissue tape, kraft resist paper stash, crowded attic paper stash, salvage stickers for crowded attic, grunge blocks, adornments, accoutrements, nibs, tassels, light bulbs, glass vials, kraft glassine, fractured dolls, pocket watch, reinforcers

A few days ago the fabulous Pink Paislee order came in. There are 3 collections and unique embellishments for each one. "Hometown Summer", "Daily Junque" and "Butterfly Garden".

The next "Shabby Chic" session is going to start in May. If you are interested in signing up, please call the store 403-271-2225

CIAO
Lori

P.S. The Nakoda Retreat was a huge success. I have had time to unwind and am ready to book another one in the fall.

It's "Sprinter"..........

2011-04-14T22:45:00.003-06:00

Hey Bloggerettes, All I can say is "it's SPRINTER" - I coin this phrase because it's "spring with a touch of winter". I wanted to let you know that the store will be open this Sunday (12-5). There are a lot of out-of-towners roaming around and I hope they stop by. There was a delightful customer, Kathy, at the store today - she was full of interesting things. She considers herself a "shoarder" - it's a hybrid shopper/hoarder of scrapbooking supplies. Don't ya love it!!! She told me about a YouTube site she belongs to where women post YouTube videos of the scrapbook stuff they bought. It's called "Haul Video". One woman even goes into her bathroom, locks the door and shoots a secret video of her daily haul. I thought that I had heard it all!

The next set of weekly classes.............

2011-04-12T00:42:00.003-06:00

Hey Bloggerettes, I want to let you know that we will be starting another Lynn Thune "Shabby Chic" session at the beginning of May. Please call the store if you are interested in signing up. It is a 20 week commitment with a hiatus in the summer months. The size will be 6"x 8" landscape. The theme is "The Here & Now" - what's happening in your life right now. The cover will be a unique tri-fold with a thicker spine. The next "Art Journal" classes by Jennifer Chipperfield are scheduled to start in mid-May. Drop by the store to see some examples of journals done by the last class - quite amazing!

It's tough keeping up all the time..........ha, ha, ha

2011-04-06T16:24:00.002-06:00

Hey Bloggerettes, Some of the Ranger stuff came in today - not the huge order I was expecting but at least I got the die that I needed for the retreat Make 'N Take. Texture Fade - Pattern & Stitches Set Bigz Die - Sewing Room Bigz Die - ATC and Corners Movers & Shapers - Mini Branch and Leaf Set Movers & Shapers - MOMENTS and DREAM Co-ordinations and Adirondack Paper Stacks

Ranger Tim.......

2011-03-22T19:16:00.002-06:00

The Tim Holtz stamps are in! Distress Stains also arrived - check it out!!! Little Yellow Bicycle "Elizabeth Park" and some embellishments (the cutest ones) are on the shelf. Bella Blvd "My Boy" and "Tail Waggers and Cap Naps" arrived. Somerset magazines "Memories" and "Sampler" came in today.

CIAO

So you think you're a Big Shot!

2011-03-17T12:04:00.002-06:00

Yesterday the Ellison Big Shot machines were delivered. I am starting a program whereby every purchase of a big Shot machine entitles you to buy 1 die at regular price and get one die at 50% off (buy as many as you like). I will be getting the machines and new dies every month. The machines are a great price - only $89.99. Several of the cutting pad accessories are also available.

Don 't forget to sign up for the "My Ten" class taught by the Gyspy Girls, Paula and Deb, at the retreat on April 9. Check out their blogspot for some giggles. www.2gypsygirls.com March 15 post.

Congratulations to Susan Tutt who has been contacted by Somerset Studios to publish her "25 Days of Christmas" drawer project that she taught at Christmas time. How fab!!!

Starting Friday, many orders will be arriving. Ranger, Prima, Bella Blvd, American Tag, Glitz Girls, 7 Gypsies, ..................

Did you know there is a Facebook page for The Scrap Yard now. Post away gals!!!

CIAO
Lori

Stuff..........

2011-03-03T20:25:00.003-07:00

Hey Bloggerettes,

Somerset magazines "Green Craft" and "Apprentice" are here.

Teresa Collins "Notations" Memory Album Kit - very nice!

Scor-Pal's newest version with more scoring divisions.

Mini Drawer Project

2011-03-01T15:18:00.002-07:00

Hey Bloggerettes,

The above pictures are of the "My Ten" mini drawer project being taught by Paula Cheney and Deb Crouse from 7 Gypsies at the Nakoda Retreat on Saturday, April 9, 2011 at a cost of $75. One class is at 10:00AM and the next one is at 7:00PM. I am opening up the class to anyone who wants to take it - you don't have to be part of the retreat to sign up.

CIAO
Lori

Hello sunshine - bring me some heat.............

2011-02-25T12:21:00.010-07:00

Hey Bloggerettes,

Some product from My Mind's Eye has arrived. Enjoy "Good Day Sunshine" because aren't we all tired of Mr. Winter!

In My Humble Opinion:
I have a story to tell.
I haven't been out shopping for myself in awhile so I decided to stop off at one of my usual haunts. I was gloriously gathering stuff and decided to stop in front of one of the mirrors to try on some outerwear. I donned a nice jacket - another woman was walking by and she stopped to tell me what a fabulous jacket it was - of course we started chatting and the next thing you know I'm trying on her glasses and she's trying on mine and we are exchanging Optomotrists' numbers etc. I showed her some of the other articles of clothing that I had picked up and we decided that the short, black, jersey cape had a great cowel collar and unique detail on the one shoulders. We parted all happy with ourselves and I proceeded to the checkout to buy my new-found clothes. Upon arriving home I was anxious to look at my purchases again so I laid them out on my bed for a viewing! GASP!!! But what to my wondering eye does appear - the lovely short, black cape is actually a skirt with a roll-over waistband and a pleat down the front! Can you imagine if I would have worn that out in public???? I can hear the comments now - "Lori, isn't your skirt a bit short???"
ha, ha, ha,

CIAO
Lori

Guest Designers coming.........

2011-02-24T09:37:00.007-07:00

Hey Bloggerettes,

Guess what? Paula Cheney and Debbie Crouse, 7 Gypsies elite designers, will be teaching at the Nakoda Retreat on April 9. The project is pictured above. It is a small, wooden drawer with 10 different tags done in 10 different techniques. Paula calls it "My Ten".
The classes are scheduled for 10:00AM and 7:00PM on Saturday, April 8 at a cost of $75. If there are some spots available, I will offer them to the public. Please call the store for details. 403-271-2225

New Product Arrival:

Teresa Collins Designs - "Posh", "Timeless", "Sports Edition III" and "On the Edge" plus some fun bling, new metals, glitter paper, solid flocked paper and foil paper. FYI: It's so new it might not even be on the shelf yet!!!

Graphic 45 - "Once Upon a Springtime" is a delicate spring/easter collection.

Various other Easter papers.

Disney, Disney, Disney - I have rebuilt the Disney section with tons of new stuff. just in time for March break vacations.

CIAO
Lori

Facebook page

2011-02-23T13:29:00.003-07:00

Hey Bloggerettes,

Check out the Facebook page for The Scrap Yard and "LIKE" it . The Social Media class at CHA taught by Kizer & Bender put it all in perspective. Enjoy!

Upcoming Classes

2011-02-23T12:58:00.004-07:00

Hey Bloggerettes,

Upcoming Classes:

ART JOURNAL
• Create a personalized “Art Journal” for your memories and thoughts in a very artsy way
• Instructor: Jennifer Chipperfield (professional photographer/artist)
• Check out Jennifer’s blog www.chipperfieldphotography.com Feb 18th post for examples of the pages created in the last Art Journal session
• A new 6 week session will begin the week of March 14 for “Beginners”
• Monday, March 14 class is from 2:00pm-4:00pm
• Thursday, March 17 class is from 6:30pm-8:30pm
• Cost: $150 for 6 sessions payable at time of registration
• All art supplies are provided (i.e. paints, glazes, mediums etc)
• Class size: Minimum 8/Maximum 12
• Basic tool kit to include: paint brushes, water container, scissors, paper cutter, pens, and weekly miscellaneous items
• Previous session journals will be on display at the store next week

SHABBY CHIC LAYOUT CLASS
• Create 20 shabby chic unique layouts, hand-make your album and bind your inner pages
• The next session will start the last week of April (no classes in July and August)
• The format size to be determined
• The classes run for 20 weeks plus an additional class for album building
• Instructor: Lynn Thune (published scrapbooker/photographer)
• Check out Lynn’s blog for layout examples currently being taught www.memoriesbylynn.blogspot.com
• Cost: $24.99/member/layout (classes are payable in advance)
• Classes offered: Monday’s from 6:00pm-8:00pm, Tuesday’s 12:30pm-2:30pm and Tuesday’s 6:00pm-8:00pm
• Previous session albums are available to look at in the store

CIAO
Lori

What's new at the zoo (besides a new 185 lb baby giraffe?)

2011-02-20T11:55:00.011-07:00

Hey Bloggerrettes,

New product has arrived already.

Echo Park - "For the Record" collection. FYI: The company is owned by Madison Parker (formerly of My Mind's Eye and Fancy Pants) and 2 of his friends. All papers are manufactured in the USA in an effort to help their economy. They only have one collection that has matching embellishments because normally they are manufactured overseas. Before any of the collections go to print a selection committee made up of retailers and consumers must approve it. I think it's fabulous that they want that kind of input. I wish them success and want to support them - I hope you do too!
Little Yellow Bicycle - "Twig" collection. There are so many embellishments to choose from in the LYB collections! I chose my favorites. Co-ordinating feathers caught my eye this time - how unique!
Twiddleybitz - This is a new company from Australia that does laser-cut chipboard. Check out their website:
www.twiddleybitz.com
If you see something that you like, please let me know. I think the Lethbridge gals bought half the product last Saturday.

In My Humble Opinion:
I had a dream last night that I lost my iPhone and Tim Holtz let me use his phone to call my number so I could find it. Never did find it so I just kept his phone! ha, ha,ha.

Enjoy your "Family Day" weekend!

CIAO
Lori

What a Saturday!!!

2011-02-12T19:56:00.007-07:00

Hey Bloggerettes,

Thanks to everyone who came out of the woodwork today to take advantage of the sale. It was a busy day!
I wanted to share more CHA pre-orders with you. The pictures are of a collection from Crate Paper. Oddily enough, there were several little boylines that I loved this year - usually they are hard to find.
Enjoy!

Lori

Some Prima Products Ordered

2011-02-09T00:06:00.006-07:00

CHA - Come & Gone

2011-02-02T12:40:00.006-07:00

Hey Bloggerettes,

Los Angeles CHA was a great get-a-way for this time of year. Sandals and short sleeves everyday - but I wear sandals whenever I can anyway! I found the show smaller than ususal; less vendors and a smaller scale. Several vendors are not in business anymore or else they have been taken over by someone. I don't think it was 8 miles to walk the show this year. Lynn and I chatted with Mr. Tim, Mario, Donna Downey (she had the cutest outfit on - and fabulous glasses), Margie Romney-Aslett (Girls' Paperie - she is hilarious), Paula and Deb (7 Gypsies - they love The Scrap Yard), Stephanie Hunt (Bella Blvd - she had the best story of the show), Madison (Echo Park super-saleman), KC (My Mind's Eye salesman), Claudine Hellmuth (watched her demo with sticky back canvas), Suze Weinberg (red-headed ball of fire - we met her on the street and helped her into her hotel), Teresa Collins (she looked beautiful as ever), The Glitz Girls (they remembered the funny glasses they tried on in the store). I did an 8 hour class with Tim Holtz on Wednesday. Check out the photo and see me in the front row of the class.

CIAO for now!
Lori

Balmy Days in January - Who Knew?

2011-01-23T13:33:00.007-07:00

Hey Bloggerettes,
Have you been following Tim Holtz's blog posts? Tons of new product is being released in the next few months. I can hardly wait to see them all at CHA next week. I'm sure he'll be excited to see me - it's been a year since I last stalked him!!! ha,, ha, ha.
Other vendors with exciting new releases include: Teresa Collins, 7 Gypsies (already ordered and on it's way), GDC Studio, Basic Grey (5 new lines), Webster's Pages, Twiddleybitz (new Australian laser-cut chip vendor), Bo Bunny, Prima, Studio Calico, Graphic 45, Crate Paper, etc....
Some new stuff at the store includes:
-Little Yellow Bicycle Valentines
-Pink Paislee Valentines
-Basic Grey "Hopscotch" collection
-Tim Holtz Configurations boxes
-Somerset Studios "Stampers Sampler" magazine and "Artful Blogger"

Have a good week!

CIAO
Lori

Mid-Month Report

2011-01-15T23:12:00.008-07:00

Hey Bloggerettes,

I have a few things to update you on.

The April 8th weekend retreat is filling fast - there are less that 10 spots left.

New product in the store:

-a line of funky buttons (21 different styles - they would be great for headbands, scarves, layouts etc)
-Pink Paislee lines "Sweetness" for Valentines Day and "Old School" for boys
-Scrap That scrapbooking kits - 4 styles plus a mini album
http://www.scrapthatchat.blogspot.com/
-Martha Stewart "All Over Punches" - a great concept!
-Ringette paper

The big craft and hobby show (CHA) takes place in Los Angeles this year at the end of January. I am looking forward to a break in the weather, shopping for some great new product, visiting with friends, spending a day with Mr. Tim and bringing my new idea to fruition. I will be accompanied by the person who really deserves to go - (she can hardly stand it)!!!

CIAO
Lori

The Theme Tree of 2010

2010-12-26T22:50:00.006-07:00

Hey Bloggerettes,

In My Humble Opinion Ramblings:

The theme of my Christmas tree this year was "May the bluebird of happiness fly up your nose". Note the peacocks, bluebirds, false nose and glasses, bi-planes, blue lights. There are so many blue lights that you almost have a seizure when you walk in the room and see the tree!

We had a full house for Christmas dinner - even a young woman from Costa Rica joined us. She is very brave - I, myself, would not go to a foreign country and sit down to a huge meal of unknown foods! What if they didn't have Heinz ketchup and the food wasn't white???????

CIAO
Lori

You blink and it's over!

2010-12-26T21:13:00.000-07:00

Magazines

2010-12-21T17:13:00.002-07:00

Hey Bloggerettes,

Some great magazines arrived today:

Somerset Studios - The Art of paper and Mixed-Media

Art Journaling

Paper Crafts (Jan/Feb)

CIAO
Lori

Hey Colleen, guess what's coming??????

2010-12-20T21:05:00.003-07:00

Hey Bloggerettes,

I am expecting the Tim Holtz "Vagabond" machines on Wednesday. I pre-ordered these in August and I already tried to re-order from my wholesaler but I can't get any more right now. If you followed the "12 Tags Of Christmas" you will be glad to know that I have been amassing the product to make them. Odd things like mica, blossom branches, white UTEE, sticky back canvas, black core'dinations paper, etc.

If I find more unusual goodies in the shipment I will let you know.

CIAO for now!
Lori

It's been a frenzy..........

2010-12-05T23:33:00.004-07:00

Hey Bloggerettes,

It's been a frenzy at the store lately. It's hard to keep ahead of the buyers. The Tim Holtz "12 Tags of Christmas" has created another buying spree of his product. Are you following his TAGS? Yes, I will be doing classes on them starting in mid-January. Better sign up quick!

I received a small order from Maya Road - there are some very neat products (ribbon, flowers, envelopes, wooden bingo markers, tin boxes, canvas albums, 8x8 chip albums, stick pins, kraft tickets and doilies) . Their ribbon is fabulous.

I'm expecting a few orders this week - I'll keep you posted.

CIAO
Lori

Full to the rafters!

2010-11-24T23:21:00.002-07:00

Hey Bloggerettes,

Whew it's been hectic these past few days with new product arriving!

On the shelves you'll find:

Webster's Pages - "Waiting For Santa" collection (some very cute embellishments)
Tim Holtz - newest Sizzix/Sizzlit dies, embossing folders, Dimensional Pearls
We R Memory Keepers - Cinch and Cinch Tote (the hottest pink ever!!)
Ellison - Big Shot
Spellbinders Nestibilities - Grand (Square, Circle, Oval, Labels), Labels 14/15, carrying case
We R Memory Keepers - Main Squeeze - 11 different colored corners, and Sew Easy and 6 wheels
Teresa Collins - the completion of the "Giving Thanks" papers, some "Noel" and "Celebrate" that was previously backordered
Scrappin' Sports - new sport paper
Somerset Studio magazines
Basic Grey - "Curio" and "Marjolaine" collections (will be done tomorrow - need to make room)
Pebbles Inc - "Cats & Dogs" paper and embellishments
Crate Paper - "Learning Curve" collection

Well it's late again - I should go home!

CIAO
Lori

"Dashing through the Dough"

2010-11-18T22:13:00.003-07:00

Hey Bloggerettes,

I saw that title in a magazine and thought it was quite appropriate for this time of year! Ho, ho, ho.

Finally my big order arrived!

New in the store:

-Tim Holtz (paper stack, Xmas tissue tape, 2 types of salvage stickers, configurations, trimmings, cappucino perfect pearls kit)

-Tim Holtz (restock of Sizzlit Rosette, Sizzix Flourish, book, all kinds of Idea-ology, masks, distress inks, alcohol inks, blending tools and foams)

-Crate Paper "Restoration" collection

-Bo Bunny "Learning Curve" collection and all the trimmings

-My Mind's Eye "Lost & Found" Union Sq, Madison Ave, Portobello, Market St

-Webster's Pages (journaling cards, vintage netting, tinsel)

-Prima bling and flowers

-Cinch spiral and wires (lots of colors)

-Girl's Paperie "Tinsel & Twig" embellishments

-Cricut cartridge storage by Scraponizer

-Sakura Glaze pens (black and white)

-Tattered Angels Glimmer Glam (8 colors)

-Bazzill baubles

-Canadian Scrapbooker magazine

-ScorePal mini and cutting pad

-Glitter Ritz (Cool) and tape sheets

-Spellbinder Nestibilities dies

-Bazzill double thinck cardstock - white

-Kaisercraft binder rings in 12 colors

and some other things that I can't think of right now.

Time to go home. (Check the time VK.)

CIAO
Lori

Congratulations Maureen!!!!!

2010-11-16T15:58:00.002-07:00

Hey Bloggerettes,

Check out Maureen Williams' featured album on "Teresa Collins" typepad listed below. She was featured on Donna Downey's website earlier this year with her canvas album. Melissa Frances is also due to feature an album done by the talented Maureen Williams!

http://teresacollins.typepad.com/teresa_collins/2010/11/album-made-by-maureen-williams.html

I'm waiting for a big order this week. Hopefully the "white stuff" won't delay it's arrival.

Some sparkly bling and flowers arrived from "Prima" yesterday. Bling-it-on.

The "Art Journal" class was fantastic yesterday! It's a whole new world that has opened up now. Good job Jen (with the fab new "do")!

CIAO
Lori

Count Down To Christmas Class

2010-11-13T22:22:00.003-07:00

This count down to Christmas project is the perfect way to document your holiday season! Susan will be teaching this adorable project Sunday, November 21 at 1pm. Call today to reserve your spot!

Green With Envy!

2010-11-03T00:06:00.002-06:00

Hey Bloggerettes,

WOW - did a great order arrive today!

Teresa Collins would be "Green With Envy" if she saw her wall of product in the store.

-CELEBRATE Collection (birthday)
-NOEL Collection
-GIVING THANKS Collection
-BLINGAGE (for the girlie, girlie in all of us) this is some serious BLING!!

There are book covers, album kits, frames, chipboard, ribbons, transparencies, punchout sheets, double-sided papers, flowers, library envelopes, tags, and stamps.

When I was at the Teresa Collins Event in Nevada I did albums using the Celebrate and Giving Thanks collections. They are in the store for your viewing pleasure.

Also in this order were more of the Tim Holtz most popular stamp sets (Odds & Ends and Postcards).

The latest Creating Keepsake magazine also arrived.

Congratulations to the girls who did such a fabulous job on the albums for their Shabby Chic layouts! Very impressive - you were paying attention to all of Lynn's tips and tricks.

CIAO for now!
Lori

Some new stuff.............

2010-10-23T20:46:00.002-06:00

Hey Bloggerettes,

Whew, busy day today!

New at the store:

Tim Holtz "Distress Stickles" - all the new colors
Tim Holtz "Perfect Pearl Misters" - 9 colors, very high end product
Somerset Studio magazines - 5 different issues
Ink Potion No. 9
Pink Paislee (House of 3) "Parisian Anthology" - papers, albums, trims, jewel brads, mini journaling card, unique embellishments - this is a fabulous line - won't last long!

Big order coming this week. Stay tuned!

CIAO
Lori

Just what you have been craving.................

2010-10-17T21:25:00.003-06:00

Hey Bloggerettes,

Have you heard about the new craze called "Art Journaling"? Do you want to do something new? Do you want to be an artist when you grow up? Do you want to tell someone off in bold letters? Do you want your kids to know you are a person and not just a mother? Why not create an "Art Journal" and let it all hang out!

Jennifer Chipperfield will be leading you through the journey of creating one. The classes will start in mid-November. Call the store for more details (403-271-2225)

Click on the above image to read more about it.

CIAO
Lori

There's "Toil & Trouble"....

2010-10-14T21:44:00.002-06:00

Hey Bloggerettes,

Bulletin: Just in..............

Girls Paperie: "Toil & Trouble" and "Tinsel & Twig" and all the fixings (cute names eh!)

Tim Holtz: masks, texture fades, Sizzix dies, paper tapes, on the edge dies, accoutrments, baubles, Sizzlits Paper Rosette and Once Upon A Time, facets, charm clips

ATG refills for new pink dispenser

Nestibilities: Classic Diamond and Heirloom Ornament

See ya on the weekend!

CIAO
Lori

7 Gypsies mini album class with Susan!

2010-10-10T09:17:00.003-06:00

Hey Bloggerettes

Join Susan on October 13 at 6pm to make this adorable mini album! There are a couple of spots left, to sign up call the store at 403-271-2225.

Join us for an evening of FUN!

2010-10-07T10:00:00.005-06:00

Hey Blogerettes

Are you looking for a fun night of scrapbooking? Join us for one of our upcoming Saturday Night Crops hosted by Susan. Our crops are just $19.99 (members) which include 6 hours of cropping, a fabulous double page layout class and a whole lot of fun!

Crop Dates:
October 23
November 06
November 20
December 04
December 11

Hope to see you there!!

It's a beautiful day..........

2010-10-02T13:17:00.002-06:00

Hey Bloggerettes,

It's time to catch you up on what's new at the store.

-Making Memories Christmas Collection "Noel" (tons of unique ephemera)
-Crate Paper collections called "School Spirit" (old school theme), "Snow Day" (collection packs only) and "Restoration" (not everything arrived, some papers still pending - very ecclectic papers)
-Copic Marker 8 1/2 x 11 white paper
-blank 12x12 wall calendars
-brushed metallic dual color specialty paper
-leatherite specialty paper (red, brown, pink)
-May Arts ribbon
-"Embellie Gellie"
-the 3 latest collections of Basic Grey: "Pyrus", "Jovial" and "Wander"

The October Class schedule has been posted on the website.

Announcement:

The Scrap Yard is holding an off-site event at the Nakoda Lodge (not to be confused with the Stoney Nakoda Lodge)on the last weekend of October.
Details:
Oct 29-31
Check in @ 3:00 pm Friday
Check out @ 11:00 am Sunday (possibly some scrapbooking time before you have to head home)
Rate based on Double occupancy (2 queen beds)
Single rooms upon request at an added cost
Continental breakfast Sat & Sun
Lunch Saturday
Supper Saturday
Beverages non-stop (coffee, tea etc)
Late night snack (hot and cold)
BYOB
Huge scrapbook area - you can have your own table if you want
Make-and-takes
Prizes/give-aways (good ones)
Guest Instructor
$300/person

Have a great weekend.

Tales from my recent adventure in Nevada to follow!!!!

CIAO
Lori

Monday Report.......

2010-09-20T22:58:00.003-06:00

Hey Bloggerettes,

Just in...........

-the 3 new lines of Basic Grey

Jovial (Christmas) very nice palette - color combos never seen before

Pyrus (Autumn) if you like fall colors then this line is for you (except for the slaughter deer paper)

Wander (Travel) original and cute

On the weekend some Prima flowers arrived. Not many left -Geez they go fast!

A friend and I went on a little road trip today to check out a venue 100.6 kilometers from the store. If the price is right, you can start packing your stuff. It's quite amazing. (Sorry about the spilled coffee - I feel terrible!)

Gotta go - it's quite late.

CIAO
Lori

What and when...........

2010-09-14T22:59:00.002-06:00

Hey Bloggerettes,

Just like you, I am wondering when certain products are going to be shipping. I have some info to share.

Ranger products due in September
Perfect Pearl Mists
Craft Scrubbie
Liquid Pearls

Spellbinders products due in October
Grand Caliber
Presto Punch
Templates for Presto

Tim Holtz products due in September
Rubber Stamps
Distress Stickles
Charm Clips
Baubles
Grungebook
Accoutrements#2
Seasonal Mask
Tissue Tape

Late September
Sizzix Dies (Branch Tree, Raven/Scaredy cat, Tattered Leaves, Rickety House, Bewitching Hour, Paper Rosette, Chip Block Alpha, Upon a Time, On the Fence)
Sizzix Texture Fades Embossing Folders (Halloween Words/Cobwebs, Cattails/Pumpkin Patch, Branch Tree/Tall Pines, Halloween Night/Poison)

Tim Holtz products due in October
Seasonal Paper Stack
Trimmings
Facets
Configurations
Salvage Stickers
All other Sizzix Dies

Mid October
All other Texture Fades

Tim Holtz products due in November
Vagabond

Girls' Paperie products
Toil & Trouble (Mid-September)
Tinsel & Twig (October)

CIAO
Lori

Timmy, tim, tim......

2010-09-08T18:35:00.002-06:00

Hey Bloggerettes,

ARRIVALS:

Tim Holtz Stamp sets

Graphic 45 - "Steampunk Debutante" collection (pretty darn cool)

Bo Bunny - Halloween collection "Whoo-ligans"

Scotch (not the libation) - Advanced Tape Glider (the new pink one)

That's only box 2 of 3 that arrived today. Don't ya love UPS!

It's sooooo good to get back to the Shabby Chic layout classes. "Miss Lynn" is so inspirational.

In My Humble Opinion:
The count-down is on - I can hardly wait to go to Vegas with my buds! The annual Teresa Collins event is going to be "uber-fab" - the sponsorship has grown 100 fold and the new venue is quite an upgrade. I found out last night that some customers will also be there. YEAH! We won't be able to fit the "schwag" in our luggage this year! Also, I'll be able to send updates through my new birthday iPhone (thanks Mom & Daddy). I love, love, love it. I won't have to haul my laptop anymore. Apparently I bring everything but the kitchen sink - tell me - are 8 pairs of black sandals too many for 7 days?????? (those are just the black ones - there are other colors involved in the wardrobe!) Purses are another story - and the jewelry!!!

CIAO
Lori

TGIF - and my birthday!

2010-09-03T15:58:00.003-06:00

Hey Bloggerettes,

It's great to be another year older - the alternative isn't that great!

The store is now operating on regular hours of business:

Mon-Fri 10-9pm
Sat 10-5pm
Sun 12-5pm

Monday,Sept 6 LABOR DAY HOURS: 12-5
(Shabby Chic II Classes start at 6PM on Monday)

Lots of classes are being scheduled. Check the "Stuff We Teach" on the website.

The Basic Grey Calendars are here.
7 Gypsies Shadowbox Tray (12x16) arrived today. Another cool item is their Library Drawer. Susan has already claimed them to do an Advent Calendar Class - stay tuned.
All the Stickles colors are back in stock.

In My Humble Opinion:
Growing old gracefully has its' challenges - I was waiting on a young couple the other day and I'm sure they will have nightmares about me - We were all at the Art Bar and I was showing them something when a rather large heat wave washed over me - beaded sweat on upper lip and brow, bright crimson face, left a sweaty palm print on the Art Bar surface (I had to get a paper towel to mop it up - YUCK!), almost slipped out of my sandals with the sweaty feet. Try to handle all of this and not miss a beat!!! It's quite a feat - I think I'll make up imaginary diseases to explain it like "Shesweatsalotosis" or "Aquabodicockis".

CIAO
Lori

Mid-day Report

2010-08-26T14:13:00.002-06:00

Hey Bloggerettes,

I want to touch base with you and fill you in on what's en route/pre-ordered.

Basic Grey Annual Calendar (en route)
7 Gypsies Letterblock Trays (en route)

Pink Paislee (pre-ordered)
Tim Holtz stamps (pre-ordered)
Tim Holtz Sizzix and Ideaology (pre-ordered)
Christmas and Halloween (pre-ordered)

If you would like anything put on hold for you when it arrives, please call the store.

We had a strange day in the store on Tuesday. It was "Manday". More men were in the store than women at one point. One guy wanted to know if we had coin rollers, another guy was looking for spare parts, another guy was picking up his wifes' order (she called from England and did a "store walk-about shop" with Susan) - always a fun day at the "Yard".

In My Humble Opinion:

Okay, I got something terrible in the mail today - the Victoria Secret catalogue. I got the one for tall, skinny, young women with 30" inseam - crap, I'm a 28" inseam!!!!

Another terrible thing - I accidently cleaned Milo's (my dog, not my child) ears with Shiseido Eye-Make-Up Remover instead of his Opti-ear cleanser. Damn those clear bottles! Am I a bad mother or what?????

Hugs to Diane.

CIAO
Lori

Crazy day!

2010-08-22T00:52:00.002-06:00

Hey Bloggerettes,

I should be fast asleep after the crazy day I had at the store today. I was the lone employee as well as the designer, prepper and teacher for 300 cards made by 10 women today. Thanks to my pal Maureen who got me through it all today. Thanks to Amy and Diane who helped me immensely Friday night. (I was home by 10:30 p.m. instead of 2:00 a.m. as I thought I would be.) Every year I say that I'll NEVER do it again and somehow the following July or August I have forgotten how painful it is and do it again - kinda like childbirth!

Diane, I hope you are doing okay!

I met all of Valery's family on Friday night. Love "the boy" - he's a character. He should work at the store I think. We could be a tag-team.

Gotta go to bed now - very tired! Looking forward to my day off tomorrow.

CIAO
Lori

It's a Good Day!

2010-08-17T20:53:00.002-06:00

Hey Bloggerettes,

Thought I'd better check in with the peeps. No new product in yet so I thought I would just amuse you with some of my "Humble Opinions":

Our lovely UPS guy dumped off some boxes last week and then proceeded to bang on the back door. The rain was pouring down when I opened the door. I bent over and wrestled with the heavy box of paper and tried to get it inside. Low and behold, I slipped with my wet shoes on the concrete floor and crashed to the floor. OMG, there were witnesses - I jumped up and pretend nothing happened. Sadly I had hurt myself when I crashed into the bookshelf but saved the box from harm - DUH!!! All women can identify with this injury - stabbing your fingernail back into your cuticle! I hurt my shoulder, cut my arm, wrenched my neck, jammed my finger, twisted my ankle and bruised my hip BUT NO TEARS WERE SHED.

Prior to the "big fall" I was bothered by tingling in my left hand all the way up my arm. My self-diagnosis thought stroke, MS, diabetes and heart attack. I did the right thing and sought a professional opinion. Turns out I have carpal tunnel in my left wrist - funny thing is, I'm right-handed. Guess what caused it? Too many bracelets!!!!! How can that be??? They are part of my persona!!!! Now I have a lovely big, strappy wrist brace that doesn't look good with bracelets. I am ashamed, so I only wear it at night. I'm down to 2 bracelets and a watch now during the daytime. You won't recognize me.

CIAO
Lori

New Product - YEAH!

2010-08-13T13:43:00.002-06:00

Hey Bloggerettes,

The newest "7 Gypsies" product is here.

Paddington paper collection (stamps, chip letters, tags, mini paper pads)
Conservatory paper collection (chip letters, tags, mini paper pads)
Rubbings (Nomenclature, Curiosities, Victoriana, Natural History, Time)
Binding Rings
Hardware(Time Flies, Gears/Gems, Gypsy, Nature, Aviation, Industrial/Gears, Fortune)
ATC Reciept Holder

CIAO
Lori

Seize the day.........

2010-08-08T22:44:00.007-06:00

Hey Bloggerettes,

We had quite a few out-of-towners visit the store this past week. It's funny, when you talk to people, you find out what a small world it really is. One lady was from Longlac, Ontario. It's a small northern Ontario town just a few miles down the road from where my parents lived at one time. I love that kind of thing.

We had a few small shipments come in.

Cornish Heritage Farms stamps (they are closing their business so there won't be any more available - I thought it prudent to get some of the Thomas Kincaid scenery stamps for making Christmas cards with the Glitter Ritz)

Cricut matts

corrugated paper (2 colors)

Cuttlebug embossing folders (Retro Kitchen and Animal Prints)

Graphic 45 "Hallowe'en in Wonderland" (much sought after) paper called "Wonderland Classifieds"

Basic Grey 6x6 paper pads from the collection called "Basics" in manilla and kraft colors

A wee, tiny baby visited the store on Friday evening. Lynn's newest granddaughter, Ella, started scrapbooking at 8 days old. She is very sweet and cuddly. Lynn and Sharla were both beaming with pride. Lynn would like to continue with the 6x12 "Shabby Chic" classes the first full week of September. She won't do classes the week of Sept 20 and 27. The plan is to do 2 layouts/night on the following 2 weeks to catch up.

7 Gypsies had an invitational webinar for retailers not attending CHA this summer. It was very cool to be a part of this webinar. Some of the order that I placed that night is being shipped already. "Paddington" is one of the new paper collections-click on the photo to have a better look at it.

Linda Cain, a friend that I made at Ranger U, has just been named to Tim Holtz's design team. She made a comment on my last post after I sent her a congratulations on her blog. Check out her website through Tim's blog. Very talented lady!

Thanks to Mr. & Mrs. McCall for the door repairs on Saturday morning.

In My Humble Opinion:
I talked to my Mommie today. She is doing much better and sounded good. Oh ya, if anybody needs an old air conditioner I had a few calls at the store wondering if we paid cash for them - the scrap yard - people think we collect old metal scrap!!!! We get at least one call a day.

CIAO
Lori

Thunder rolls.....................

2010-07-29T18:09:00.004-06:00

Hey Bloggerettes,

Yet another thunder storm is predicted tonight. The torrential rain storm earlier in the week was very damaging. When I was driving home after work there must have been 15 trees along Canyon Meadows Drive toppled over (I think they were Walmart trees)!!

An order from Creative Imaginations came in today. A new product called 'Radiant Rain" - a glimmer spray in fabulous, vibrant colors. Banana Leaf paper, in several unique colors, is on the shelf. Some summer die-cut papers also came in.

The class calendar for August is posted.

Everyone should do their Civic Duty and visit The Scrap Yard this weekend (Friday and Saturday) to take advantage of the 25% OFF SALE.

When you are out shopping for your new fall wardrobe remember the Fall 2010 colors that are shown above. These colors will also be prominent in the scrapbooking world for fall so you can be "matchy-matchy.

CIAO
Lori

CHA (Craft & Hobby Association) Summer 2010

2010-07-25T13:06:00.010-06:00

Hey Bloggerettes,

This week marks the new fall/winter scrapbook product launch at CHA in Chicago. I have been searching the web for the newest and greatest products. There are some interesting things like:

Provo Craft's newest machine called the "Cricut Imagine" (it prints and cuts)
Tim Holtz's "Vagabond" that cuts and embosses his Sizzix products, new rubber stamps, new baubles, trimmings, facets, new Ideaology products, new Shadow Boxes etc......
Webster's Pages new Christmas collections
Graphic 45 goes Steampunk and ephemera
7 Gypsies newest Printer Trays and ephemera

Is there anything out there that you have seen and must have? The "Wishlist" binder already has a few pages in it!

In My Humble Opinion

For those who are interested, my mom has started to venture out of the house a wee bit. I am so happy that she is making the effort to return to her normal life. My brother is out of the hospital and recovering at home now. He thought that maybe I could help with removing his stitches but I didn't think so. I fashion myself the "Un-nurse".

CIAO

Lori

5-a-Lous

2010-07-21T22:48:00.005-06:00

Hey Bloggerettes,

The pictures are sneak peeks of Susan's up-coming classes next week. On the calendar the class is called "5-a-Lous". She uses 5 products from a collection and creates 2 single page layouts with the products. These layouts feature Pink Paislee's "Queen Bee" products.

I talked to Lynn today - no baby as of this afternoon.

CIAO

Lori

Basic Grey

2010-07-19T18:45:00.003-06:00

Hey Bloggerettes,

Finally UPS got it together. The last box was delivered today so all of the Basic Grey collections of "Oliver" and "Olivia" are here. Both collections are double sided. There are some new embellishments (as if there weren't enough already).

Enjoy!

Lori

Hail-a-lu-ya!

2010-07-15T11:23:00.010-06:00

Hey Bloggerettes,

Are you tired of the torrential downpours?

(tor·ren·tial/tôˈrenCHəl/Adjective
1. (of rain) Falling rapidly and in copious quantities.
2. (of water) Flowing rapidly and with force)

Are you glad you're not a cowboy?

Things have been busy at "the Yard". The GARDEN BOOK class was last night - stress the NIGHT - the class wrapped up at about 10:45 p.m. - WHY, WHY, WHY do I make such elaborate projects? The girls loved the many techniques and multitude of exclusive product (from my personal stash).

Some orders have arrived in the past few days.

Graphic 45 "Wonderland" - it is amazing I must say

"Wreck This Journal" book (4 copies only)

Making Memories "Panorama" travel collection

Little Yellow Bicycle "Boardwalk" - just a small sampling

Melissa Frances newest release called "Kitschy Kitchen" - very retro - some other vintage embellishments came with this order too.

I hope you have been following Tim Holtz blog. He is posting pictures of his newest product that is scheduled to be released at the Summer CHA trade show in Chicago at the end of the month. I love the newest paper stack and matching sticker set.

In My Humble Opinion:

I have been up at the hospital quite a lot lately. My brother had another surgery and is struggling to get through it. The weirdest thing is that he is in exactly the same hospital room as he was before so it brings back a lot of memories.

CIAO

Lori

Hello Sunshine!

2010-07-06T10:31:00.002-06:00

Hey Bloggerettes,

New, new new....................

Little Yellow Bicycle "Pack Your Bags" collection. I think you should buy the entire collection, pack your bags with co-ordinating colored clothing, go on a trip that suits the paper, come back and scrapbook it because it will be a "no-brainer".

My Mind's Eye "So Sophie" and some "Meadowlark Dawn". I love the quality of this paper. Both collections are double sided and a bit vintage.

7 Gypsies Letterblock Trays (black), Printer Trays (white), Avignon clear stamps and 4" elastics (like to ones used in the signature binding 3D House album)

Moxxie "Tee Ball" double sided papers (2 kinds)

Provo Craft Cuttlebug 5x7 Embossing Plus (cut & emboss) Monogram Seals, Vintage Collage and Postage Alphabet

CIAO
Lori

FYI

2010-06-27T23:25:00.005-06:00

Hey Bloggerettes,

I want to remind you that the store hours will be changing for the summer months.

Mon-Thu 10-7
Friday 10-9
Saturday 10-5
Sunday CLOSED

July 1 CLOSED

Aug 2 CLOSED

CIAO
Lori

Some Goodies................

2010-06-22T21:03:00.003-06:00

Hey Bloggerettes,

A few things arrived today that are fun!

-Tim Holtz Caged Bird and Tattered Floral Sizzix dies and embossing folders - all the tissue tape is gone!

-Webster's Pages bloomers flower trim, cameos and some new papers

-a new summer section is being set up with Bo Bunny, Best Creations and American Crafts products

-temporary spray adhesive that claims it can be used on die-cut machine matts (thanks Diana)

-UHU glue sticks (as requested by Lynn)

-re-stock of Girls' Paperie papers (for gramma's of little girls)

-every color of Bazzill Bling cardstock

-7 Gypsies Gypsy Market Paper Tape, gaffer tape and a re-stock of some Avignon papers (as used in the Printer Tray class)

-another Oriental Cuttlebug embossing folder 4 pack

IN MY HUMBLE OPINION:
Black gel nails are very appropriate for gardening with style! Several pairs of funky rubber boots have come in handy lately. Milo is back as the "Greeter" at the store. He had his "Goofy" stuffed animal in his mouth today while greeting people - kinda like Walmart eh - a goofy greeter!!

CIAO
Lori

They've hit the shelf.........

2010-06-15T22:46:00.006-06:00

Hey Bloggerettes,

Finally the Tim Holtz embossing folders (8) and tissue tape (4) have arrived! They were worth waiting for. Very "Timish". FYI: Scrapbookers have their own language - you can add "ish" to any word and it is totally okay!

An order from "7 Gypsies" also arrived. There are letterblock printer trays in 2 colors and more artist printer trays. Paper tape from the Avignon and Venice collections also came in.

"Fancy Pants" collection called Like Father Like Son is here. There are some good papers for Father's Day.

"Riff Raff" die-cut chipboard shapes are hanging up. In case you didn't know, they are a company based in Edmonton. Go Canada Go

Susan has brought in some fabulous layouts. She has put them up all around the store for inspiration. Enjoy!

Maureen has graciously brought in her "Garden" mini album and her infamous "Canvas" album. They are on display behind the counter. You will be in awe of her work.

CIAO

Lori

The Printer Tray Gang

2010-06-10T00:33:00.002-06:00

Being sick sucks!

2010-06-09T10:17:00.002-06:00

Hey Bloggerettes,

I have been under the weather for the past few days. Thanks to my staff for "stepping-up-to-the-plate" for me.

An order from "Riff Raff" arrived this week. There are 44 designs to chose from.

The CINCH binding tool arrived today.

The "Ranger" order is due in on Friday. I am going to find out about the Flower Sizzix die that no one can seem to get. Tim will know!

For those of you who ordered stamps from "Stampers Anonymous" - they called yesterday and said it was shipping. Exciting eh!!! They ship by US mail so it will probably be about 10-14 days.

My gals who did the Tim Holtz Jewelry Class yesterday went home feeling like princesses. Good on ya!

Check out the 7 Gypsies website that Paula and Debbie post on. It is:

www.2gypsygirls.com

do you recognize anyone????? How much fun was that?

I have changed the blog again. You may need to "Refresh" the site to get the updates.

CIAO

Lori

Break out the sandals, paint the toenails, pluck the chin hairs!

2010-06-02T16:18:00.006-06:00

Hey Bloggerettes,

I am thoroughly enjoying the nicer weather, aren't you? Can we dare plant our flowers yet?

FYI: I posted the class schedule on June 1 and then made some changes yesterday. It may affect you, you never know.

I want to welcome Susan Tutt to The Scrap Yard staff. Susan is a talented 7 Gypsies designer and instructor with much to offer. Please visit her blog. http://susanscrapbooker.blogspot.com/

Finally the Cuttlebug embossing folders arrived that were ordered in February. There are 5 packs and 4 packs and singles and big ones and normal-sized ones; Japanese, borders, alphabet, romance, and a few others.

My "little buddy" Milo made and appearance in the store today. He was pretty good considering his anxieties about scrapbooking! I'm hoping he will settle down and be comfortable in the store again.

Enjoy the pictures from this past weekend.

IN MY HUMBLE OPINION:

There is a great sale going on at Great Garb in Glenmore Landing. Check it out. My paisley, rubber cowboy boots were purchased at Kaffa Coffee House in Marda Loop. Remember, Stampede is just around the corner! Think how easily the dung can be hosed off these babies!

CIAO

Lori

Weekend Event Re-Cap

2010-05-30T22:20:00.007-06:00

Hey Bloggerettes,

The weekend event with the "7 Gyspy" gals was a huge success. Everyone had a great time at the classess with Paula and Debbie. They are very personable, fun and talented. They had prepped the classes so well that everything went off without a hitch. I also made the projects so they can be viewed at the store. I wonder if "7 Gypsies" will have enough printer trays to fill my order on Monday. Everyone is keen to make more as gifts for Christmas. The 3D house is so adorable. Everyone in the class had a different idea of who to make it for and how to personalize it for the occassion.

Congratulations to the bracelet winners, Parise and Ann. Paula and Debbie were tickled pink with theirs too.

Thanks to the gypsy gals for all of their prize give-aways. I didn't expect that! Some people in Calgary now have the hottest "7 Gypsy" products in their hot little hands.

By the way, just because I had birthday cake at dinner it doesn't make me a year older!!!! "Roy/Lloyd" doesn't need to know anything! I probably don't have to worry - he'll be back behind bars!!

Let's try this again!

2010-05-28T23:17:00.002-06:00

Hey Bloggerettes,

Just a quick note to let you know that the "Girls Paperie" order finally arrived. There are 2 collections including lots of matching embellishments. One line is very girly and the other is a travel line. Both are double-sided. Check it out!

Thanks VK for getting me out of a bind today. :)

Congratulations to our "Scrap Yard Darling", Lynnn Thune, and family on the safe arrival of the new granddaughter. The timing was superb!

This week we had visitors from a few different store owners outside of Calgary. Val from Peace River and Kari from LA. It's always fun to visit with other store owners.

Hi Mom. I hope things look up soon.

The Gypsy Gals are in town safe and sound. I have a very early morning tomorrow (getting up at SEVEN A.M. - is the sun up at that time???) so I must sign off.

CIAO
Lori

Rain, rain - GO AWAY!

2010-05-28T23:15:00.000-06:00

The Small things.............

2010-05-26T16:05:00.002-06:00

Hey Bloggerettes,

I want to let you know that the sample projects arrived for the "7 Gypsies" Event taking place this Saturday. They are sooooooooooo nice!

A wee order came in yesterday. It contained:

Smooch Pearlized Accent Ink including the newest "Illuminate"

Western paper (some cowgirl)

Rugby paper and stickers

Soccer embellishments

Baseball paper

7 Gypsies 97% Complete Sticker Sheets

Polyshrink (Clear, Translucent, White)

CIAO
Lori

Victoria Day

2010-05-21T21:37:00.002-06:00

Hey Bloggerettes,

The store will be closed on Monday, May 24 in honor of the "Queen" in all of us!

The "Shabby Chic" #12 class is still on @ 6:00 pm. (What can I say, the students are addicts.)

CIAO
Lori

Guess What?

2010-05-19T21:50:00.002-06:00

Hey Bloggerettes,

Our new sign is up! I had a young scrapbooker in the store tonight who said she was so excited when she saw it through the school bus window this morning. Isn't that cute?

Just a few things came in today:

-Tim Holtz Curio Knobs
-Tim Holtz Ruler Ribbon
-Tim Holtz Mini Mister Organizer
-Canadian Scrapbooker Magazine
-Pure Milk Chocolate Almonds (they got dropped off today when I wasn't here so I guess we now have some treats - all scrapbookers like treats) ha, ha, ha
-Sunday International EZ Mount

In My HUMBLE Opinion:

Why is it when the lid of the toilet is open you can drop your mascara in the toilet even though you are putting it on your lashes 2 feet away - how does the wand fly out of your hand and take a swan dive into the porcelain bowl???? I HATE THAT!!!!

Have a great day!

CIAO
Lori

CORRECTION!!!!

2010-05-11T09:25:00.002-06:00

Okay, there seems to be a bit of confusion with yesterday's post! We are EXPECTING the new Tim Holtz product - we will post it immediately! Also, sorry about the photo descriptions being out of order.

Yesterday we DID receive the Melissa Frances order - LOVELY!!

Also, don't forget about the 7 Gypsies classes - they are filling up fast!

xo
Robin

Made it Through

2010-05-10T11:48:00.004-06:00

So I made it through the crazy busy weekend and now it's a nice calm Monday (of course I'm not scheduled to be in the store until 3:00 p.m. so I'm alone in my craft room)! It was a fun weekend with the BWB on Friday night (sooo nice to have you back Audrey) and 2 of the chicks on Saturday. Trudy hosted a fun "Mother's Day" crop on Sat. night and handed out some fab prizes to the attendees. There may even have been some snacks and liquids involved!

Anyway, as promised I am posting some photos for your entertainment. They are:

#1 and #2 - The wonderful cake that Dot baked for us for National Scrapbook Day. We didn't ask - she offered! It was absolutely delicious and all of the flowers were cut out on her Cricut machine - a true scrapbooker!

#3 and #4 - The 2 handsome gentlemen we had helping out on NSD.

#5 and #6 - Okay, this is what happens when I leave my camera unattended!

#7 - On that note: Maureen - did you actually think I wouldn't post this - good thing you took the picture of your face and not the other end (cause that would have been posted as well)!

#8, #9 and #10 - 3 layouts that I did after we received the new Basic Grey lines - I am LOVING those papers!

#11 - My breakfast on Mother's Day (served along with a Mimosa of course) that my husband and son prepared. Loved it!

Enough ranting for now! Product still coming: Tim Holtz tissue tapes, Tim Holtz embossing folders, Girls' Papiere (2 lines), Melissa Frances, a ton more Stampers' Anonymous, a HUGE bling shipment and, maybe, a couple of surprises!

Have a great week.
xo
Robin

Where for art thou Lori??!!

2010-05-08T07:06:00.002-06:00

Hi Everyone;

Yes, it's been a while since I've posted. Lori headed off to surprise her Mom in Ontario for Mother's
Day and boy am I missing her! Thursday was a relatively calm day but yesterday was another story. PRODUCT, PRODUCT, PRODUCT. It's nuts in here! Thank you Amy for saving me yesterday morning (hope you're okay Jess) and thank you VK for stepping in last night. The store is a bit of a cluster but let me tell you what's new: Jillibean Soup - papers, corrugated alphabets, sticker alphabets, canvas flowers; The Paper Company - grad papers and embellishments and "Under the Sea" amazing papers and embellishments; Maya Road - lots of things Kraft; sports papers, travel papers, pet papers and embellishments, lots of Disney; AMAZING BAZZILL "Modern and Vintage" buttons and beautiful new flowers; beautiful new storage containers; restock of WR Memory Keepers piercing, craft knife and tweezers; Graphic 45 and last but not least, more ribbon.

I wanted to thank all of our wonderful friends and customers for last Saturday (National Scrapbook Day) - we had fun and hope you did too and congratulations to all of the prize winners.

Trudy is hosting a special Mother's Day crop tonight and I think she has a few things up her sleeve!

I promise to post again soon with photos but for now I hope everyone has a wonderful Mother's Day tomorrow and my thoughts are with you Denise (and your family).

xo
Robin

It's a beautiful day somewhere - just not here!!!

2010-05-04T15:05:00.002-06:00

Hey Bloggerettes,

Just in.................

Teresa Collins newest line called "Travel Ledger"
7 Gypsies crystal binder rings, dangly paper clips (Avignon), vintage receipt holder, vintage stationery (Gypsy & London edition) and more fun stuff

Just a reminder that the Bo Bunny "Mamarazzi" mini album class is tomorrow night. Remember how much you loved that paper line!!!!!

Donna Downey canvas layout kits are available now. We have 2 different layouts available.

The venue for the "7 Gypsies Weekend" has changed. It will now be held in the Lake Bonavista Rec Centre Multi-Purpose Room. There are only a few spots left so remember "snooze-you-lose"

New segment:

IN MY HUMBLE OPINION

I would like to share some RANDOM things with you:

1. Discovered a new store for affordable jewellry, it's called "Do Dads" and it's in Marda Loop
2. Found a new mascara that lessens the "morning racoon eyes" - its a Covergirl brand in the bright yellow tube
3. I'm thinking that sewing paper on your sewing machine would be less detrimental to your machine if you put a piece of tear-away interfacing under the paper so the feed dogs have something to grip

CIAO
Lori

National Scrapbook Day

2010-04-30T23:39:00.003-06:00

Hey Bloggerettes,

We are having a party at the store on Saturday to celebrate the big day!
Enjoy beverages, food, make-and-takes, a draw for prizes and 20% off your order.

New arrivals:

Basic Grey "Max & Whiskers", "Capella" and "Basics-Manilla" collections

CIAO
Lori

Re-stocked items

2010-04-27T20:26:00.002-06:00

Hey Bloggerettes,

Just want to let you know that we finally got a few items that we have been waiting for.

Cricut mats (both sizes)
Tiny Attacher (Tim Holtz stapler)
Distress Ink Pad - Antique Linen
Grungeboard - Plain

We are waiting for the following arrivals:

Basic Grey "Max & Whiskers" and "Capella"
7 Gypsies - some good struff
Margie Romley-Anslet - the Girls' Paperie
Melissa Frances - lots of good stuff

We submitted the big Stampers Anonymous order for all of your custom orders. FYI: It will be over a month before we get them.

CIAO
Lori

New Arrivals

2010-04-23T17:01:00.002-06:00

Hey Bloggerettes,

We received some shipments today as promised.

October Afternoon - "Fly-a-Kite" and "The Thrift Shop"

Tim Holtz - time pieces, memo pins, buttons, charm packs, box feet foundations, locket keys, numerals, ruler ribbon, paper stacks (retro grunge & shabby chic), 6x12 grunge paper, grungeboard (alphabet soup)

Pink Paislee - "Queen Bee"

Enjoy!

CIAO
Lori

The Scrap Yard

February Layout/Card Challenge and a Winner!!

Big, Big Sale!!!

**New Monthly Layout Challenge!**

Holiday Greetings

The Happiness Project with Lynn

Vintage Ticket Holder Class

Shabby Wall Art

What's Up?

TERESA COLLINS COMES TO CANADA

Big Weekend a Big Success!

Box after box after box

"If You Want To Be HaPpy, Be" Mini Album Sneak Peek

Charm Exchange at Retreat

Holy Mother of Mounds!

What's new Pussycat??????

It's my party..............

Sunshine and lollipops!

Where oh where..............

Sunny days are here again!!!

New product is being released at CHA Summer

Upcoming 7 Gypsies Flip Album Class - Summer Series

JULY TO SEPTEMBER

Canada Day

Scrap That Trio Class

OOPS, try this link........

Danger - Ranger order is here!

Summer Camps!!

Travel Notes Mini Album Class

Hey..............

Something to browse through

National Scrapbook Day - Yes. it's a real occassion!

Finally.........

It's "Sprinter"..........

The next set of weekly classes.............

It's tough keeping up all the time..........ha, ha, ha

Ranger Tim.......

So you think you're a Big Shot!

Stuff..........

Mini Drawer Project

Hello sunshine - bring me some heat.............

Guest Designers coming.........

Facebook page

Upcoming Classes

What's new at the zoo (besides a new 185 lb baby giraffe?)

What a Saturday!!!

Some Prima Products Ordered

CHA - Come & Gone

Balmy Days in January - Who Knew?

Mid-Month Report

The Theme Tree of 2010

You blink and it's over!

Magazines

Hey Colleen, guess what's coming??????

It's been a frenzy..........

Full to the rafters!

"Dashing through the Dough"

Congratulations Maureen!!!!!

Count Down To Christmas Class

Green With Envy!

Some new stuff.............

Just what you have been craving.................

There's "Toil & Trouble"....

7 Gypsies mini album class with Susan!

Join us for an evening of FUN!

It's a beautiful day..........

Monday Report.......

What and when...........

Timmy, tim, tim......

TGIF - and my birthday!

Mid-day Report

Crazy day!

It's a Good Day!

New Product - YEAH!

Seize the day.........

Thunder rolls.....................

CHA (Craft & Hobby Association) Summer 2010

5-a-Lous

Basic Grey

Hail-a-lu-ya!

New Monthly Layout Challenge!