Scrap in 2008 with style! We've got another wonderful retreat coming up in January!
We set the date for Jan. 18th-20th. It'll be our same great event: Friday night scrapping from 6-11; all day Saturday with food, fun and prizes provided and if you aren't scrapped out yet, join us Sunday from 1-5 to finish up! All of this for only $55 and you'll save 15% off any purchases you make!
Call now to reserve your spot! 244-7277.
And for those of you wondering, our class schedule for January (and maybe February too!) will be out around the 7th. If you have any requests for previous classes you'd love to see on the schedule again, be sure and let us know!
Friday, December 28, 2007
Thursday, December 27, 2007
Orange Dot Sale!
All orange dot items are 50% off!
Sale good through Jan. 6th. Stop in to see us and SAVE!
Sale good through Jan. 6th. Stop in to see us and SAVE!
Wednesday, December 26, 2007
Checking in . . .How was your Holiday?
We hope you have had a wonderful holiday season so far! We've had a great few days off and we are hoping to see you soon! We've taken so many photos we want to scrap . . . have new scrappy goodies to play with--how about you?
We are open regular business hours starting tomorrow until the 30th--so stop in and stock up for a New Year full of scrapping!
We are open regular business hours starting tomorrow until the 30th--so stop in and stock up for a New Year full of scrapping!
Thursday, December 20, 2007
The Countdown Santa Cap Sale
We're counting down the days! Each day one item or category of items will be 25% off. We'll move the Santa cap around the store and put it near the sale items each day.
Dec. 20th – Ribbon by the foot
Dec. 21st – Magazines
Dec. 22nd – Patterned Paper
Dec. 23rd - Tools
Dec. 20th – Ribbon by the foot
Dec. 21st – Magazines
Dec. 22nd – Patterned Paper
Dec. 23rd - Tools
Tuesday, December 18, 2007
Our Holiday Schedule at Scrapbook Fever
For the Holidays this year, we will have a few days where we are closed.
Monday, Dec 24: closed
Tuesday, Dec 25: closed
Wednesday, Dec. 26: closed
Monday, December 31: closed
Tuesday, January 1: closed
Thanks so much! Have a wonderful and safe holiday season!
Monday, Dec 24: closed
Tuesday, Dec 25: closed
Wednesday, Dec. 26: closed
Monday, December 31: closed
Tuesday, January 1: closed
Thanks so much! Have a wonderful and safe holiday season!
Monday, December 17, 2007
Santa Camp!
Friday, December 14, 2007
Spots Still Available for Santa Camp This Weekend Only!!!
Great opportunity for you busy moms who need some time to wrap gifts or run errands and a fun camp for the kids. While you are finishing up your to do list, the kids will be making and wrapping their very own gifts for friends and family.
Saturday, December 15th
1st 3 classes will be for ages 6 and up, last 3 classes for ages 8 and up (so ages 8 and up would possibly stay for all 6 classes). All classes will be priced at $15, sign up for 5 classes and get the 6th class FREE!
9-10 You and Me Envelope Album, Julie
10:15-11:15 4X6 Mini Book, Julie
11:30-12:30 4U Coupon Book, Julie
12:30-1:00 BYO Sack Lunch Break
1-2 Hang It Up, Kelsie & Jessica
2:15-3:15 Pocket Full of Cards, Susan
3:30-4:30 You've Been Framed, Susan
Saturday, December 15th
1st 3 classes will be for ages 6 and up, last 3 classes for ages 8 and up (so ages 8 and up would possibly stay for all 6 classes). All classes will be priced at $15, sign up for 5 classes and get the 6th class FREE!
9-10 You and Me Envelope Album, Julie
10:15-11:15 4X6 Mini Book, Julie
11:30-12:30 4U Coupon Book, Julie
12:30-1:00 BYO Sack Lunch Break
1-2 Hang It Up, Kelsie & Jessica
2:15-3:15 Pocket Full of Cards, Susan
3:30-4:30 You've Been Framed, Susan
Thursday, December 13, 2007
The Countdown Santa Cap Sale
We're counting down the days! Each day one item or category of items will be 25% off. We'll move the Santa cap around the store and put it near the sale items each day.
Dec. 12th – Calendars
Dec. 13th – Pens
Dec. 14th – Bulk Chipboard…4x6, 8.5 x 11, 12 x 12
Dec. 15th – All Cardstock
Dec. 16th – Crafter's Pick Adhesive
Dec. 17th – Paint Dabbers
Dec. 18th – SBF T-Shirts & SBF Totes
Dec. 19th – Scrapbooks & Refills (mini books not included)
Dec. 20th – Ribbon by the foot
Dec. 21st – Magazines
Dec. 22nd – Patterned Paper
Dec. 23rd - Tools
Dec. 12th – Calendars
Dec. 13th – Pens
Dec. 14th – Bulk Chipboard…4x6, 8.5 x 11, 12 x 12
Dec. 15th – All Cardstock
Dec. 16th – Crafter's Pick Adhesive
Dec. 17th – Paint Dabbers
Dec. 18th – SBF T-Shirts & SBF Totes
Dec. 19th – Scrapbooks & Refills (mini books not included)
Dec. 20th – Ribbon by the foot
Dec. 21st – Magazines
Dec. 22nd – Patterned Paper
Dec. 23rd - Tools
Wednesday, December 12, 2007
So Many Winners at the 10th Anniversary Celebration!
Congratulations to our many winners last Saturday!
shop.scrap.repeat Tote Bag: Sherry Moore
shop.scrap.repeat T shirt: Janet Burnett
2 drawer organizer: Ruth Howard
EK Tote: Lana Rouselle
EK Tote: Lynn Scales
Purple Stamp Tote: Maria Talbert
EK 123 Craft System: Velia Stevens
Texana Texas Stamp Set: Patsy Harrison
shop.scrap.repeat T shirt: Staci Linson
Ranger Paint Dabber metal case full of dabbers: Tanya Dunlop
$100 Shopping Spree: Gay Scovil
Many thanks to all who stopped in for the big sale! We wouldn't be celebrating our 10th Anniversary if it wasn't for you--the greatest customers in the world!!
shop.scrap.repeat Tote Bag: Sherry Moore
shop.scrap.repeat T shirt: Janet Burnett
2 drawer organizer: Ruth Howard
EK Tote: Lana Rouselle
EK Tote: Lynn Scales
Purple Stamp Tote: Maria Talbert
EK 123 Craft System: Velia Stevens
Texana Texas Stamp Set: Patsy Harrison
shop.scrap.repeat T shirt: Staci Linson
Ranger Paint Dabber metal case full of dabbers: Tanya Dunlop
$100 Shopping Spree: Gay Scovil
Many thanks to all who stopped in for the big sale! We wouldn't be celebrating our 10th Anniversary if it wasn't for you--the greatest customers in the world!!
Tuesday, December 11, 2007
Santa Camp is Coming!
Scrapbook Fever Santa Camp
Saturday, December 15th1st 3 classes will be for ages 6 and up, last 3 classes for ages 8 and up (so only ages 8 and up would possibly stay for all 6 classes). All classes are priced at $15 with a buy 5, get the 6th free offer! Stop by and see our Santa Camp display where you can see the kid's projects. What a great way for the kids to create their own gifts while you gain a few hours to finish your holiday errands!
Monday, December 10, 2007
Scrapbook Fever Wish Lists!
Have you picked up one of our wish lists?
It's that time of year when we see men in the store :)
Make their shopping easy, fill our your wish list and we'll take care of the rest.
We'll even give them a special discount if they bring in the wish list while they are shopping!
We also offer gift certificates in any denomination!
Friday, December 07, 2007
Design Team Member Spotlight: Sherry Moore!
Why did I start scrapbooking? I was a stay at home mom at the time with our first-born son. I was invited to a Creative Memories party by a friend I believe through MOMS Club. I was instantly hooked. I love to do crafty things and have been crafty (or ‘crappy’ as my cousin accident put it) from an early age. I’ve not been very consistent with crafts though – just dabbled here and there. I remember as a young teen making macramé jewelry and loved wearing it. Went through that phase of punch wreaths, painted country-style jewelry and more. I was so excited to find a hobby I could do that not only allowed me to be creative, but would document my life, the life of my family and children! Who could ask for more! I’ve always been interested in history and love family stories and photos. Unfortunately, I learned too late that as a scrapbooker and family historian, you need to talk with your loved ones before it is too late – to get their stories, their points of view and just to learn more about them that you never knew before. I’ve been doing this now for about 12 years and don’t plan to ever stop! I love taking photos, copying ideas and then making them my own, I love all the stuff that goes along with this hobby and the people you meet along the way that also have a passion for the hobby. The people at Scrapbook Fever are the nicest people I’ve met and I will always support this store and be a loyal customer. To me, there is no other place like Scrapbook Fever! I’ve been a faithful customer since its beginning!
I’d say my favorite products are probably the papers. I love paper! So much you can do with it and the colors and patterns are to die for. I love to clean and organize my scraproom and change my organization systems as my stash grows or depletes. I just use what works for me and so far, so good! I get most of my inspiration from others – magazines, idea books and of course other scrappers at classes or scrapathons. I’ve enjoyed making layouts for the DT because it’s stretching me more than I have been before, and I also enjoy using ideas I’ve seen and creating my own masterpieces.
Scrappers are the best!
I’d say my favorite products are probably the papers. I love paper! So much you can do with it and the colors and patterns are to die for. I love to clean and organize my scraproom and change my organization systems as my stash grows or depletes. I just use what works for me and so far, so good! I get most of my inspiration from others – magazines, idea books and of course other scrappers at classes or scrapathons. I’ve enjoyed making layouts for the DT because it’s stretching me more than I have been before, and I also enjoy using ideas I’ve seen and creating my own masterpieces.
Scrappers are the best!
Thursday, December 06, 2007
10th Anniversary Sale!
This weekend! December 8th & 9th
20% off everything in the store (class kits excluded)
8am on Saturday...Early Bird Shopping for Gold & Silver Customers
Prizes given away every hour on the hour and include a $100 SBF Shopping Spree!!
Register to win each time you come in the store between now and Saturday
(one entry per day, per person)
20% off everything in the store (class kits excluded)
8am on Saturday...Early Bird Shopping for Gold & Silver Customers
Prizes given away every hour on the hour and include a $100 SBF Shopping Spree!!
Register to win each time you come in the store between now and Saturday
(one entry per day, per person)
Wednesday, December 05, 2007
New Stamps from Texana Designs!
Texana Designs is native born Texans Jimmye Sue and daughter Maggie, who have been scrapbooking and cardmaking together for several years. Maggie wanted to make Texas calendars as gifts and for sale during college breaks, but couldn’t find suitable graphic designs and stamps in the market place. Fortunately, local artist Jon Claeton,
with his own love of all things Texas, has custom designed graphics for Texana Designs with a unique Texas-influenced flair.
Jimmye Sue and Maggie started their business partnership to sell finished crafts and to supply others who love to create handmade crafts. Their products include handmade and painted cards, calendars, and tiles, and unique rubber stamp designs you can use in your own creations.
Jon Claeton is a 5th generation Texan raised in the rich landscape of Kyle, Texas. Jon has translated his art into many 3-D mediums through custom suits of armor and sculpture. His art has been commissioned by the State of Texas, appearing on state vehicles and in the State History Museum. Jon loves to explore all mediums including painting, tattoo, and metal. Now Jon is introducing his unique style into the worlds of stamping and creating beautiful Texas art JUST FOR YOU.
with his own love of all things Texas, has custom designed graphics for Texana Designs with a unique Texas-influenced flair.
Jimmye Sue and Maggie started their business partnership to sell finished crafts and to supply others who love to create handmade crafts. Their products include handmade and painted cards, calendars, and tiles, and unique rubber stamp designs you can use in your own creations.
Jon Claeton is a 5th generation Texan raised in the rich landscape of Kyle, Texas. Jon has translated his art into many 3-D mediums through custom suits of armor and sculpture. His art has been commissioned by the State of Texas, appearing on state vehicles and in the State History Museum. Jon loves to explore all mediums including painting, tattoo, and metal. Now Jon is introducing his unique style into the worlds of stamping and creating beautiful Texas art JUST FOR YOU.
Monday, December 03, 2007
Calling New Scrappers!
Getting Started: New to scrapbooking? Wondering how to begin? Join us Wednesday, December 5th to learn all the basics. This is an introduction to scrapbooking, including cropping basics, journaling, adhesives, tools, etc. Class includes supplies to make 2 pages. Bring 8-10 photos. Class participants should already have decided on size and type of album they will be using. PYOP $12 (Susan) 12/5
Friday, November 30, 2007
Kitsmas Time is Here . . . .
Thursday, November 29, 2007
Santa Camp is Coming!
Scrapbook Fever Santa Camp
Saturday, December 15th
1st 3 classes will be for ages 6 and up, last 3 classes for ages 8 and up (so only ages 8 and up would possibly stay for all 6 classes). All classes are priced at $15 with a buy 5, get the 6th free offer! Stop by and see our Santa Camp display where you can see the kid's projects. What a great way for the kids to create their own gifts while you gain a few hours to finish your holiday errands!
Saturday, December 15th
1st 3 classes will be for ages 6 and up, last 3 classes for ages 8 and up (so only ages 8 and up would possibly stay for all 6 classes). All classes are priced at $15 with a buy 5, get the 6th free offer! Stop by and see our Santa Camp display where you can see the kid's projects. What a great way for the kids to create their own gifts while you gain a few hours to finish your holiday errands!
Wednesday, November 28, 2007
Save the Date!
It's that time again...
Saturday, December 8th & Sunday, December 9th
We're celebrating our 10th Anniversary with our annual Store-Wide Sale
20% off all in-stock items (class kits are excluded)
Gold & Silver Customers Only...Early Bird Shopping at 8am on Saturday!
Holiday treats, prizes & FUN
We're giving away a $100 shopping spree, a Tim Holtz Paint Dabber Case FULL of paint dabbers, 2 sets of EK Tote Bags, T-shirts, Tote Bags & a few other surprises.
All you need to do is put your name and phone number into the Scrapbook Fever Fish Bowl
each time you come into the store over the next 2 weeks.
Prizes will be drawn every hour on the hour on Saturday, December 8th,
with the grand prize shopping spree drawn at 7pm!
Customers do not need to be present to win, limit one entry per day per person.
Saturday, December 8th & Sunday, December 9th
We're celebrating our 10th Anniversary with our annual Store-Wide Sale
20% off all in-stock items (class kits are excluded)
Gold & Silver Customers Only...Early Bird Shopping at 8am on Saturday!
Holiday treats, prizes & FUN
We're giving away a $100 shopping spree, a Tim Holtz Paint Dabber Case FULL of paint dabbers, 2 sets of EK Tote Bags, T-shirts, Tote Bags & a few other surprises.
All you need to do is put your name and phone number into the Scrapbook Fever Fish Bowl
each time you come into the store over the next 2 weeks.
Prizes will be drawn every hour on the hour on Saturday, December 8th,
with the grand prize shopping spree drawn at 7pm!
Customers do not need to be present to win, limit one entry per day per person.
Tuesday, November 27, 2007
Giftmas Extravaganza! Saturday, Dec 1st
This is the event you don't want to miss!! In celebration of our 10 year anniversary we're doing something extravagant. Spend a festive day with all of our talented instructors and go home with 6 beautiful handmade gifts for around $20 per gift! Well, and of course we feed you holiday treats and beverages while you create. Food, fun and friends...and you won't be bumping elbows with those stressed out holiday shoppers at the mall.
Only 3 spots left! Call now to save one for you--244-7277.
Monday, November 26, 2007
Sign Up Today for Wednesday's Class!
Friday, November 23, 2007
Fall Coupon Sale starts today!
Starting TODAY! Bring in your coupon for 15% off one entire purchase. Sale goes on all weekend and is combinable with your Gold and Silver discounts! Shop now and stock up for all of those Homemade Holiday gifts and goodies!
Thursday, November 22, 2007
Exclusive Products at Scrapbook Fever!
We at Scrapbook Fever are lucky to have several wonderful items that are exclusively sold here. Have you seen them yet? They are each of them unique must haves! Stop in this weekend, use your Fall Coupon (we hope you've got one!) and check them out!
Junque and Gems from Julie
Amazing Texas themed stamps from Texana Designs!
Hometown Papers: we have Hutto and Round Rock, Austin is coming soon!
Wednesday, November 21, 2007
Design Team Spotlight: Team Member and Instructor Marie Caldwell!
I started scrap booking about 5 years ago thanks to my daughter Chris. I got hooked really quick. I started doing pages of my grandchildren. They are so cute! Then realized I had a ton of travel pictures just sitting in plain ole albums. I made it my mission to scrap each trip. Well I’m still working on the trips, because we keep taking more trips!
My favorite thing to do is take classes at Scrapbook Fever and learn from all of the other instructors. They all “challenge” me to get out of my comfort zone. I love to learn all of the new techniques that are available. The fact that you can complete a project in a couple of hours is very appealing to me. I find I don’t have as much time to scrap as I would like to have, so classes work really well.
One of my true passions is card making. I’m sure some of you have taken my classes. I’m working on a new technique (well, new for me) that I will share during the Giftmas Extravaganza. In the meantime, I ‘m trying to get ready for the All Night scrappy on Saturday! Hope to see you there!
My favorite thing to do is take classes at Scrapbook Fever and learn from all of the other instructors. They all “challenge” me to get out of my comfort zone. I love to learn all of the new techniques that are available. The fact that you can complete a project in a couple of hours is very appealing to me. I find I don’t have as much time to scrap as I would like to have, so classes work really well.
One of my true passions is card making. I’m sure some of you have taken my classes. I’m working on a new technique (well, new for me) that I will share during the Giftmas Extravaganza. In the meantime, I ‘m trying to get ready for the All Night scrappy on Saturday! Hope to see you there!
Tuesday, November 20, 2007
All Night Scrappy Hour This Saturday!
Monday, November 19, 2007
So Many Great Classes!
Coming up at the Extravaganza!
A Christmas version of the cute and clever Pocket Full of Notes! This mini folder filled with cards is the perfect gift for a teacher, friend or hostess. Part of our Giftmas Extravaganza, this class is a must--after learning how to put one together, this is a class you'll be able to recreate again and again at home! Join Patti for this great class on December 1st!
Friday, November 16, 2007
Santa’s Workshop Retreat: Saturday, December 8th
Come join us for fun, scrapbooking and that ever-elusive goal: uninterrupted time! Hosted by Patti and Marie Friday 6-11pm, Saturday 9-11pm, Sunday 1-5. Food, fun, door prizes, massages (I hear Patti & Marie's homemade soupsare going to make an appearance). Scrap all day Saturday for $50, add Friday and Sunday for $5 more. Our Anniversary Sale is also this weekend! You can cancel with a weeks notice for a refund.
call 244-7277 to reserve your spot!
call 244-7277 to reserve your spot!
Thursday, November 15, 2007
100 Things Reunion Crop
100 Things Reunion Crop: Didn't we all love starting our 100 Things Album so many months ago? Join Julie for a working crop night to share tips and tricks, and your ongoing pages while chatting, eating and working on your album. Have you finished? Are you close? Have you touched it since that first class? Dinner included. $12 (Julie) 11/16
Wednesday, November 14, 2007
New Papers in from Stamping Station!
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
Giftmas Extravaganza! Saturday, Dec 1st
This is the event you don't want to miss!! In celebration of our 10 year anniversary we're doing something extravagant. Spend a festive day with all of our talented instructors and go home with 6 beautiful unique gifts for around $20 per gift ($125 per person). Well, and of course we feed you holiday treats and beverages while you create. Food, fun and friends...and you won't be bumping elbows with those stressed out holiday shoppers at the mall. First 18 customers who sign up will attend the scrappy hour after the extravaganza for free!Classes cannot be sold separately, however customers who cannot attend all classes will be able to receive class kits to complete the projects on their own.
Projects include Pam's Holiday House & Pam's mini acrylic book, Janet's Limited Edition 2007 Book, Julie's LOVE word book, Marie's Paper Folding Christmas Cards, and Patti's Pocket Full of Notes!
Projects include Pam's Holiday House & Pam's mini acrylic book, Janet's Limited Edition 2007 Book, Julie's LOVE word book, Marie's Paper Folding Christmas Cards, and Patti's Pocket Full of Notes!
Monday, November 12, 2007
Daytime class on Tuesday!
Harvest Blessings: Join Julie for this minibook that encourages your family members to consider and document their many blessings during this season of gratitude. We'll use slash pockets and Bo Bunny chipboard to jazz up this accordion album which will be a family keepsake for years to come. PYOP $20 (Julie)
Tuesday, 11 am
Friday, November 09, 2007
Blog Spotlight: Instructor and Design Team Member Susan Allen!
From Susan:
I have always loved to scrapbook ever since I was young. Scrapbooking has been a hobby in our family for 3 generations. When I was little my Grandmother and Mother both made scrapbooks. I loved to just look at them and see what my relatives looked like that I hadn't seen before. My Grandmother had a black photo album with black pages in it. She even used a white ink pen. Where did she get that pen?! To this day the photos and the album look like she just completed it, it looks that new. My Mother made albums with cards , postcards and she did scrapbooking while she was growing up. She would make me albums and cut out a piece of the fabric of the dresses that she had made for me and shared why she had made that particular dress. It was fun to look at them while I was growing up. I think it is so important to write the stories behind the picture and memorabilia. I tell all my getting started classes that it you are not in the room the book has to tell the story for you. My Grandmother and Mother both did this and wow it sure helps keep the history going. Now my Daughter and granddaugher both share this tradition.
I do each of my albums in themes. Some are chronological and some are by events. I love how the color sets the tone and the mood of my pictures. My favorite part is to add the ebellishments especially the bling, after I have created my layout with a title and journaling.
Catch the bug with scrapbooking and share it with your family and friends!
Don't Forget! Join us Saturday Night!
Get’em Done Scrappy: Do you have projects started that just need a block of time to complete? Many of us do! Bring your unfinished business and join us for a great night of completion! Bonus prize for the one who completes the most unfinished business. (Patti) 6 pm – 12 am $10
Thursday, November 08, 2007
A few open spots left . . .
Paper Folding Card Classes: Janet had so much fun last month with the Santa’s Workshop card class that she’s putting similar classes on the calendar again this month. Take both or either, the choice is yours. These classes will be fast paced and you’ll do most of the cutting.
Tea Bag Folding: We will make a bling tree and a medallion using Christmas papers and adding embellishments.
Iris Folding: Immediately following the tea bag card class we’ll begin folding paper for two iris folded cards.
This class is on tonight, with a few spaces left! Give us a call to join the fun!
Wednesday, November 07, 2007
Get'em Done Scrappy Hour This Saturday!
Yep, that's right a Get em Done Scrappy Hour with the Fabously Funny Patti!
She is planning on scrapping until the wee hours of the morning! This one is definitely making with only a few spots left so call now to reserve your space!
She is planning on scrapping until the wee hours of the morning! This one is definitely making with only a few spots left so call now to reserve your space!
Tuesday, November 06, 2007
The Boho Folio Returns!
Did you miss this one before? This one of a kind class is back!
Boho ‘Folio: Boho is just one of those words that is fun to say! Boho brings a smile and little giggle to your heart! I can just see the 60's hippie look with no limits! This Awesome all day Bohofolio mini album will make you think of the 7 Gypsies and free flowing fun! We will make a portfolio full of 7 Gypsies fun and unique ideas!! This is a fast paced advanced class, complete with lunch and snack goodies. Start planning your pictures and put on those 60's scrapbooking clothes and sign up!! NO CHOICE (Pam) $55 11/10
Monday, November 05, 2007
Blog Spotlight: Instructor and Design Team Member Janet Bradshaw!
Hi, my name is Janet and I am a scrapper. I've been scrapbooking as long as I can remember. I have small scrapbooks and journals from my junior high and high school. I worked on the school yearbook staff and even worked my way up to co-editor for two years. When I went on my Senior trip to England, I created a scrapbook. Today those scrapbook looks very antique, but they captured the moments, the memories and the magic.
I took up the new hobby back in 1998 and shortly after that discovered Scrapbook Fever. I sent an e-mail inquiring about a weekend position and thus began my long affiliation with the fantastic Fever Team. I worked weekends and taught classes for a couple of years while my daughter was younger. Then I took off a few years from the store and returned in 2004 when I was laid off from my desk job. I worked the sales floor and I began teaching again. The saddest day I remember at Scrapbook Fever was two years ago when I had to say "I'm going back to work full time and will only be able to teach". I miss the store, I miss the employees and I miss the customers, but I stay close by filling the role of the class coordinator. If only there were more hours a day for scrapbooking!
My passion is scrapping heritage photos and stories, then I remember that "today's memories" will one day be heritage photos for future generations. I scrapbook all aspects of my life and the life around me. I love photography, but even more than that, I love to scrapbook the fantastic shots that Michael takes. He has such talent that he makes my job of scrapping a breeze. My greatest reward from scrapbooking is learning from others and sharing ideas. Our instructors, employees, design team members and customers are so very talented. A special thanks to all of you for helping me become the scrapper I am today! -- Janet Bradshaw, 2007
I took up the new hobby back in 1998 and shortly after that discovered Scrapbook Fever. I sent an e-mail inquiring about a weekend position and thus began my long affiliation with the fantastic Fever Team. I worked weekends and taught classes for a couple of years while my daughter was younger. Then I took off a few years from the store and returned in 2004 when I was laid off from my desk job. I worked the sales floor and I began teaching again. The saddest day I remember at Scrapbook Fever was two years ago when I had to say "I'm going back to work full time and will only be able to teach". I miss the store, I miss the employees and I miss the customers, but I stay close by filling the role of the class coordinator. If only there were more hours a day for scrapbooking!
My passion is scrapping heritage photos and stories, then I remember that "today's memories" will one day be heritage photos for future generations. I scrapbook all aspects of my life and the life around me. I love photography, but even more than that, I love to scrapbook the fantastic shots that Michael takes. He has such talent that he makes my job of scrapping a breeze. My greatest reward from scrapbooking is learning from others and sharing ideas. Our instructors, employees, design team members and customers are so very talented. A special thanks to all of you for helping me become the scrapper I am today! -- Janet Bradshaw, 2007
Saturday, November 03, 2007
Invisible and Spooky Album Winner!
Congratulations to Linda Ash! She won the drawing for the Invisible and Spooky Acrylic Album made by the amazing Pam. Thanks to everyone who gave it a shot and thank you Pam for creating such an amazing album!
On a side note, we now have a few of the blank acrylic albums available for purchase in the store. Come pick up one of your own and play with this cool new album!
Friday, November 02, 2007
Harvest Blessings Class next week!
Harvest Blessings: Join Julie for this minibook that encourages your family members to consider and document their many blessings during this season of gratitude. We'll use slash pockets and Bo Bunny chipboard to jazz up this accordion album which will be a family keepsake for years to come. PYOP $20 (Julie) 11/6 & 11/13
Thursday, November 01, 2007
Tuesday, October 30, 2007
Blog Spotlight: Design Team Member Staci Linson!
I have discovered that I am a bit of an anomaly in the scrapbooking world... an 'odd bird' if you will... I am (voice lowered to a whisper) 'caught up' on my scrapbooking! As I sit here in mid-October, I have finished most of my September layouts, and have them tucked away in albums. I know there are others of you like me out there, but we can't really speak (or crow!) too loudly about it... we are among the "Fast Scrappers Anonymous". No one likes to hear about how we've already scrapbooked the trip to the pumpkin patch that our family took last week!
Now before you dismiss me as someone who has "too much time on their hands" (yes, I've heard that before!)... please note that I do have three active children (ages 7, 5 & 3), a husband, piles of laundry, a house to clean, and something that my hubby likes to call my "little volunteering problem".
But amongst all the craziness of my daily routine, my scrapbook table is my quiet spot to regroup, create.... and bust through a few scrapbook pages while the memories are still fresh in my mind! And I have a few tricks to share to help you become a faster, more "caught up" scrapbooker, too.
1. Scrapbook in small increments.
Seriously, who doesn't love a weekend scrapbook retreat?!! But, if you're like me, those are too few and too far between... so you have to scrapbook when you can. Have 30 minutes when your kids are napping? Pick out pictures and papers for your next layout. Leave those out on your scrapbook table, and when you can get back to it, start the next step. If you can do it in smaller bits, you won't feel so overwhelmed when you finally have a chance to sit down for a longer period.
2. Pass off the scrapbooking to someone else.
Even my little ones love to make pages for their scrapbooks. I give them acid free cardstock, and my markers, and have them draw a picture of whatever holiday we want to document for their albums (Halloween, Easter, etc.) Put one picture of them on the page, and voila! And guess which ones my kids want to show off to Grandma? The ones I make with the newest paper products and loads of cute embellishments? Guess again! :-)
3. Use what you have.
No, I'm not saying you have to cut back on your trips to Scrapbook Fever! Just challenge yourself to try to finish a page with the items that you already have. Don't get caught in the trap of... "if I just had a different color of brad (you know, polished nickel, instead of silver), it would be perfect!" There is nothing worse than a scrapbook table full of half-finished layouts that are lacking that one 'crucial element'.
4. Don't put off journaling.
Okay, I changed my mind...there is something worse than half-finished layouts... beautifully completed layouts with no journaling because you're going to 'come back to it later'. There's something so satisfying about being able to put a layout in my album, knowing that it is finished (journaling and all!)
5. Finally, just let it go....
That's right. Sometimes you just have to move on to the next layout, even if you're not 100% satisfied with a page. I honestly have never gone back and re-done a page for my scrapbooks. This is the way I look at it: Halloween will be back around in another 364 days, and I have the chance to try for a 'perfect' page then.
I mean seriously, with the kids, the husband, the carpool, and the homeroom mom meetings, who has time for 'perfect'?!! Sometimes its better just to be perfectly.... done.
Now before you dismiss me as someone who has "too much time on their hands" (yes, I've heard that before!)... please note that I do have three active children (ages 7, 5 & 3), a husband, piles of laundry, a house to clean, and something that my hubby likes to call my "little volunteering problem".
But amongst all the craziness of my daily routine, my scrapbook table is my quiet spot to regroup, create.... and bust through a few scrapbook pages while the memories are still fresh in my mind! And I have a few tricks to share to help you become a faster, more "caught up" scrapbooker, too.
1. Scrapbook in small increments.
Seriously, who doesn't love a weekend scrapbook retreat?!! But, if you're like me, those are too few and too far between... so you have to scrapbook when you can. Have 30 minutes when your kids are napping? Pick out pictures and papers for your next layout. Leave those out on your scrapbook table, and when you can get back to it, start the next step. If you can do it in smaller bits, you won't feel so overwhelmed when you finally have a chance to sit down for a longer period.
2. Pass off the scrapbooking to someone else.
Even my little ones love to make pages for their scrapbooks. I give them acid free cardstock, and my markers, and have them draw a picture of whatever holiday we want to document for their albums (Halloween, Easter, etc.) Put one picture of them on the page, and voila! And guess which ones my kids want to show off to Grandma? The ones I make with the newest paper products and loads of cute embellishments? Guess again! :-)
3. Use what you have.
No, I'm not saying you have to cut back on your trips to Scrapbook Fever! Just challenge yourself to try to finish a page with the items that you already have. Don't get caught in the trap of... "if I just had a different color of brad (you know, polished nickel, instead of silver), it would be perfect!" There is nothing worse than a scrapbook table full of half-finished layouts that are lacking that one 'crucial element'.
4. Don't put off journaling.
Okay, I changed my mind...there is something worse than half-finished layouts... beautifully completed layouts with no journaling because you're going to 'come back to it later'. There's something so satisfying about being able to put a layout in my album, knowing that it is finished (journaling and all!)
5. Finally, just let it go....
That's right. Sometimes you just have to move on to the next layout, even if you're not 100% satisfied with a page. I honestly have never gone back and re-done a page for my scrapbooks. This is the way I look at it: Halloween will be back around in another 364 days, and I have the chance to try for a 'perfect' page then.
I mean seriously, with the kids, the husband, the carpool, and the homeroom mom meetings, who has time for 'perfect'?!! Sometimes its better just to be perfectly.... done.
Monday, October 29, 2007
Give Thanks Scrapathon Sat, Nov 3rd!
Give Thanks! For time to scrap--this Saturday from 9am-9pm we'll be scrapping at the RR library. We'll take care of everything--food, tools, lots of inspiration and ideas and don't forget the chocolate! As always, lots of prizes, room to spread out and time to get stuff done! We still have several spots left, call us to reserve your spot, 244-7277.
Friday, October 26, 2007
Blog Spotlight: Instructor and Fever Team Member Pam Sivage!
In Pam's own words: My turn to blurb about myself! One thing I get asked a lot is where do I get my ideas. I scrap lift a lot, one layout can turn into an entire album, something just sparks my idea cells! Sadly for me most of the ideas come in the wee hours of the morning when I should be sleeping, once the idea crawls into my head I am done for the rest of the night! I usually don't have a hard and fast rule when I sit down to start an album, I might have an idea but I never know how it is going to end up until the end! My scrapbook room looks like a tornado went through until the very last piece is put into the album! Then I do clean it up and start over! Every once in a while I do throw in a few layouts just to keep up but my real passion is mini albums! I love that you can finish them, give them as fun gifts or just keep them as a memory of a very special day! I keep several very special "leftover" boxes that have bits and pieces of stickers and when I do an album they get used! If it looks like it needs a home on that page it goes there! I am horrible about using patterned paper scraps in my albums...I have them and I don't know know why I don't but I just seem to start with a series of patterned paper and work from there! My friend Janet thought my box full of chipboard was a total unorganized disaster....it is but there is just something I really like about digging through the pieces of chipboard and the little snippets of stickers to complete my idea!!
Thursday, October 25, 2007
We've been filling our ScrapPatch Buckets!
Yep, they are nice and full of new goodies again! Beautiful fall flower colors, versitle buttons and more sparkly chipboard--all pretty new goodies you can purchase by the each!
And, blog readers--a special for you. Come and mention the "blog special" and receive 4 25 cent items from the ScrapPatch bins! Your choice--what could be better?
And while you are there, check out the gorgeous new Daisy D's Holiday line and a few other little surprises sprinkled around the store ;)
And, blog readers--a special for you. Come and mention the "blog special" and receive 4 25 cent items from the ScrapPatch bins! Your choice--what could be better?
And while you are there, check out the gorgeous new Daisy D's Holiday line and a few other little surprises sprinkled around the store ;)
Wednesday, October 24, 2007
Pocket Full Of Notes
Pocket Full of Notes: Are you looking for a handmade gift or treat for yourself? In this class we will create a folder and four coordinating cards with envelopes that will complete a perfect gift for teachers or co-workers. The idea is so fast and easy that we will actually complete two sets of cards. The first set will be precut and ready to assemble. After completing this set you will be able to walk the floor and pick your own papers to complete a second pocket full of notes. $15 (Janet) 10/30
Tuesday, October 23, 2007
Holiday Ornament Mini Album with Pam!
Holiday Ornament Album: We all love Holiday ornaments and cant wait for the start of the Holiday season to get them out of storage and brighten up the season! This Holiday ornament will be a family treasure for years to come. An adorable MM Holiday ornament decorated with the seasons paper and inside a fun mini album, just full of memories of the season past and present. NO CHOICE $20 (Pam) 10/29
Monday, October 22, 2007
BOO! to You!
Boo to You! This paperbag book class is a bit different: long on fun and creativity with a spooky look for Halloween! We'll use the fabulous new Making Memories Halloween papers, paper bags, chipboard, glitter and lots of paint to personalize it for the goblins in your life. Don't be scared, join us! NO CHOICE $25 (Julie) 10/24 7-9
Friday, October 19, 2007
All Night Scrappy Hour with Patti!
That's right--we said All Night! Come at 6, stay as late as you are able, Patti challenges you to scrap all night (or til 4am whichever comes first)! The $10 cost covers all of our tools in the workspace: Accucut machine, Cricut, dozens of punches, stamps; a nice big area to work, and a 15% discount on any purchases you make that night.
So join us, this Saturday the 20 from 6 til ? and Crop til you really Drop!
So join us, this Saturday the 20 from 6 til ? and Crop til you really Drop!
Thursday, October 18, 2007
What's Cookin?
A great class from Janet--that's what!
What’s Cookin’: Do you have favorite family recipes that need a special place? What about recipes you would like to give as a great little gift? We will use the new Reminisce line of papers and stickers called French Kitchen and create a great 20 page album that is perfect for your treasured recipes or for a great gift idea. NO CHOICE $25 (Janet) 10/20
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