Thursday, December 30, 2010

American Girl Christmas II

This is one happy girl! Last year she asked Santa for an Amerian Girl doll and he brought her a miniature Kit Kitredge doll that was about 4 inches tall. When Hailey saw it she said, "oh, I thought they were bigger."

She's been saving her allowance for months hoping to buy the authentic 18" version for herself. Unfortunately, these little beauties are not cheap. But mom and dad came to the rescue this Christmas. Hailey sleeps with her and takes her to the store and to church (but "Amy" has to remain in the car).

Tis the season to be jolly...

Monday, November 22, 2010

Gratitude Box


My friend, Claire, shared a holiday tradition her family enjoys this time of year. They each write down things they are thankful for on strips of paper and insert them anonomously into a box. On Thanksgiving Day one person is elected to read each comment aloud as the rest of the participants guess who was the author.

I really like this idea and decided to make a Gratitude Box for our family. I used a plain white 4x6" recipe box from Close To My Heart and decorated it with leftover scraps from the Olivia paper collection. Stamps used include: A Little Thanks (November Stamp of the Month), and Many Thanks. I used Mocha Opaques to create the faux metal accents.

My six-year-old has already submitted a few things he is thankful for.

Happy Thanksgiving everyone.

Thursday, September 30, 2010

Studio J Is Making My Life Easier...

I created several layouts using Studio J while catching up on some TV shows on my TiVo. This is pretty addicting. There are no paper or supplies to set up or put away. No photos to print & crop, hoping for the right size. No adhesive or expensive tools. Just me, my laptop and my remote (for the TV). You could even create while your child is sitting on your lap and not have to worry about them getting coated in glue and ink.

All Studio J layouts are sold as two pages, but I created this layout below with the intention of using each page by itself as a one page layout. I'm one of those crazy moms who does a scrapbook for each kid. I realized that one child didn't have backyard pool photos for 2006 or 2007. Problem solved in a snap with Studio J.

There's nothing to download and no obligation to buy. Please visit my website and have some fun with this exciting product. If you would like a "tour", contact me and we can set it up.

You might also find this link useful in your discovery of Studio J.

Monday, September 13, 2010

Stamp Camp 2010

I look forward to the String of Hearts team stamp camp each year near Heber Arizona. We stay in the beautiful cabin for two nights and three days and laugh, create, and EAT. It recharges my batteries every year.


We push the furniture out of the way and set up long tables so we craft into the wee hours of the night.


We had a smaller group this year, but we still made memories: Lynette's delicious cantaloupes from her garden, Vicki's divine cinnamon rolls, and Sharryl's creative ideas. I really missed you Lee, and I hope you're feeling well again soon. God bless!
Check out all these snacks!


Sunday, August 1, 2010

8 Days to Save!

2, 4, 6, 8...who do we appreciate - YOU of course. Beginning August 4th Close To My Heart has some fantastic savings for you, available exclusively through my website.

$2 - select My Stickease (reg. $4.95)

$4 - select Level 1 My Reflections paper kits (reg. $9.95)

$6 - select Level 2 My Reflection paper kits (reg. $12.95)

8 DAYS ONLY! August 4 - 11 (while supplies last). Sale starts at 9 a.m. (MDT), 8 Arizona time

If you like to see a preview listing of sale items, email me at EzScrapbooks@cox.net

Friday, July 30, 2010

August Play Group - Cherry O


I'm excited to play with the Cherry-O collection shown here at our next scrapbooking Play Group. We will create two 2-page layouts using this charming paper and embellishements.
See the next post to find out all the details about how to join my Play Groups.
August Play Group Dates are
  • August 19th at 7:00 p.m.
  • August 20th at 9:30 A.M.
  • August 20th at 7:00 p.m.

RSVP and supply fee due by August 9th.

Join One of My Play Groups

It's time to join a Play Group

Would you enjoy time out with friends laughing and sharing while creating beautiful scrapbook pages to preserve your memories? Then join one of my Play Groups. We meet once a month for about 2-3 hours in my at-home studio, and together we make four 12x12 scrapbook pages ready for your photos. You'll meet new people, learn tips & techniques, and gradually add some of the best products on the market to your "toy box."

Playgroup Member Benefits:

 

  • A fun way to get out of the house.
  • Keep up with your scrapbooking.
  • Build relationships & make new friends.
  • Free products, see details below.
  • Free Idea Books throughout the year.
  • 15% off one item during your birthday month.
  • You never have to clean your house to host a party…before or after.

The fine-print:

Play Group requires a 10 month commitment (no meetings in December or July), and a $15-$20 purchase each month for project supplies. The fee varies due to the accessories used in the project and upgrades are available. Participants provide their own adhesive and essential tools such as a paper trimmer, scissors, piercing tool, etc.

Each month a different, predetermined member of the group – the "hostess" – will get to choose at least $25 of select product for FREE. Many of my past hostesses have qualified for $40, $60 and even $80 in free products. Hostesses also have the opportunity to purchase exclusive bundles.

We love it when the hostess brings light refreshments for the group.

If you are unable to attend on your Playgroup date, you may attend another group with advance notice. In order to be fair to all participants you are required to meet the minimum purchase whether or not you attend each month.

Getting Started:

A. Select a day of the week and time you can commit to attend the Playgroup –

(Events will generally be held during the third full week of the month. A detailed schedule will be provided at the first Playgroup)

Thursday Night - 7:00 pm (Aug 19) Friday Morning – 9:30 am (Aug 20)    Friday Night – 7:00 pm (Aug 20)

B. Select your scrapbook products for the August project (see images of the products in the attached flyer) –

 

Option 1: Cherry-O Workshop Kit $35.26 (price includes shipping & tax)

You get Cherry-O Level 2 paper pack, Tulip accents, an exclusive stamp set*, and illustrated instruction guide for scrapbooking AND cards.

Option 2: A la Carte
(price includes shipping & tax)

Cherry-O Level 2 paper pack $15.24

My Accents-Tulip Assortment $5.83


 

Available Upgrades (price does NOT include shipping & tax – I will calculate your total)

Colonial White Designer Brads $3.95

Chocolate Waxy Flax $3.95

Field Trip Alphabet stamp set $34.95

Ink Pads $5.25 each (colors: Tulip, Chocolate, Sweetleaf)

Corner Rounder $7.95

*Acrylic Blocks needed for stamp set: 1x1-1/2 $4.50, 2x2 $6.50, 1x6-1/2 $6.50


 

C. Submit full payment to guarantee your seat and to select your hostess month. You may pay with Cash, Check (payable to Sheila Wilkerson) or Debit/Credit with NO FEES!

Please respond no later than August 9th to allow time for supplies to be ordered.


 


 

Contact me: SHEILA WILKERSON (480)380-3031 EzScrapbooks@cox.net