My Blog is moving to a new address

Over the last 2 months I have been in the process of changing my website, email, and now blog address.  I wanted to make them all easy to remember and spell (unlike my name) and all the same.

So I have finally finished setting up the new blog address.

www.singingscrapper.blogspot.com

It has a different background, but everything else is the same.  Nothing fancy, but the same content about upcoming classes and events. 

So be sure to go to my new blog and “follow by email” (it’s at the top of the right column) so that you don’t miss a single post about upcoming classes, products, or CTMH updates.

Thanks for stopping by.

Jaime

Exclusive Inks Organizer Retiring

Ok, I know I haven’t posted anything in a while.  I had my Slumber Party Retreat last weekend, I have a Kid’s class tonight, and 3 Scrapbook Clubs next week.

However, I wanted to let you know that CTMH just told us that the Exclusive Inks™ Organizer (Z4131) as well as the Exclusive Inks™ Stamp Pad Tower (Z4132) are retiring and are now available while supplies last.  Here’s what I’m talking about.

Again these are now available while supplies last.  So get yours today!

Thanks for stopping by.

Jaime

Cricut Artfully Sent Class in February

Well, I am having my first Cricut Artfully Sent Class tomorrow and can’t wait to start sharing this great cartridge with friends. 

The new Cricut Artfully Sent Collection is perfect to make any card you need.  This cartridge features pop-up, scene, sentiment, sleeve, pocket cards, and so much more.  Here is a look at the Cartridge Bundle and what comes with it.

Cricut® Artfully Sent Collection (Z3017)

$99 USD / $109 CAD
(retail value of nearly $125 USD / $135 CAD)
1 – Cartridge (700 Images: Cards and Font)
3 – My Acrylix™ D-size Stamp Sets*
1 – 12" × 12" White Daisy Cardstock Pack

*Recommended Blocks:

• 1" × 1" (Y1000)
• 1" × 3½ (Y1002)
• 3" × 3" (Y1006)
• 2" × 3½ (Y1009)

 

Today, I am here to share with you the projects that we will make in February for this class, 2 cards and an envelope. 

This month we are going to focus on the sentiment key cards. First, I’ll start with the “Hello Sunshine” card.  This was actually designed by CTMH as a make-n-take at last year’s Convention.

It is so simple.  I cut the card from Kraft cardstock and then just backed the “openings” with various other colors of paper.

This is the 2nd card that we will make.  Again just cut the card (I chose Canary cardstock) and back the “opening” with paper of your choice (I chose a sheet from the Paper Fundamentals pack).  This key also features an image of a bunny, so I had to add that to the card front as well. 

The Cricut Artfully Sent Collection comes with 3 great stamp sets.  Here I used the Just to Say (D1629) and Curlicue Frames (D1631) stamp sets on the inside of the card.

You can create these 2 cards and envelope by joining me at my next Cricut Class, Saturday, February 28 at 9am in my studio in Amelia, VA.

Cost is $12 if you own the Artfully Sent Cartridge. Simply bring your Cricut, Artfully Sent Cartridge Bundle, and I'll supply the rest and walk you through the cuts.

Cost is $24 if you don't own the Artfully Sent Cartridge, because I'll cut all of your pieces for you ahead of time.

Leave a comment or contact me to attend.

Thanks for stopping by.

Jaime

Card Club–Brushed

Have you ever wondered how I design for my classes?  Well, last August when we came out with a year-long Idea Book I was overwhelmed.  There were so many great paper packs, stamps, techniques, tools, and projects that I decided I needed to narrow it down.  So I decided that I would focus on one section of the book each month and design all of my classes around that section.

So starting in February we are using the Brushed paper collection and stamp sets within that section of the Annual Inspirations Idea Book.

Above are the 4 card designs that we will be creating at my next Card Class.  This section of the book had so many great stamp sets that it was really hard to narrow it down.  So each card uses a different stamp set.

This first one is probably my favorite.  My good friend Gina Brandstetter created this card using the Rainy Day stamp set (C1597).

I had a lot of fun coloring on this one with our ShinHan Touch Twin Markers.  It’s so much easier than you think. 

This card also uses the ShinHan Touch Twin Markers.  I learned a lot from coloring this one. 

Start with the darkest color as a highlight on the base of the petals, then use a lighter color to color the entire petal, then use the Blender marker just on the tip of each petal, and last color the entire petal again with the lightest marker.  I can’t wait to share more about these techniques in my class.

This card was created using the Celebrate Love stamp set (B1459) because one of my regular card club members requested we use this. 

I used the same card design featured in the Annual Inspirations Idea Book, just with Brushed paper.

This last card features one of my favorite stamp sets, Your Own Kind of Wonderful (D1627), simply because I love butterflies.

You too can join me in creating these cards.  We will make 12 cards in total (3 each of the 4 designs shown above). Even if you aren’t local, I can put together a kit for you and mail it directly to you.

So who wants to join in the fun?

Thursday, February 26 at 6:30pm

Sunday, March 1 at 2pm

Cost is just $25 to make 12 cards (3 each of 4 designs)

Register by Wednesday, February 11

If you can't make it to the workshop, I can put a kit together for you.  Add $5 if shipping applies, and $5 if you want it stamped.

Mark your Calendar for upcoming Card Club Dates:

March 26 & 29

April 23

May 28 & 31

June 25 & 28

Thanks for stopping by.

Jaime

Scrapbook Club–Wanderful and Heartstrings

February’s Scrapbook Club is so big we are doing 2 collections.  This means you have a choice of doing both collections or just one.

The first collection is Wanderful, which is perfect for all of your travel photos.

I personally have a lot of travel photos and really enjoyed this kit, especially the stamp set that comes in the Workshop On The Go kit.  Here is a closer look at some of the images that are stamped (“Explore”, arrows, and the journaling spot).

The Wanderful Workshop on the Go kit comes with a roll of the Arrow Washi Tape and the Wanderful Assortment. 

I also added the the Wanderful Complements.  Here’s a closer look.

 

Now on to your 2nd choice, Heartstrings.  This collection screams LOVE, hearts, and roses.

This particular collection was not designed with a Workshop On The Go Kit, so I created my own pages.  I actually used the same pattern as the first Wanderful layout shown above.  Then I just added the Heartstrings Complements, Heartstrings Assortment, and White Shimmer Trim.

Again for the 2nd layout I simply used the same pattern as the 2nd layout of the Wanderful collection.

There is no stamping on any of the Heartstrings pages.

 

Like what you see?  You too can create these pages.  Simply purchase the Workshop on the Go Kit or if you are local to Amelia, VA simply join us at the date below.

Come and create with us?

Sunday, February 8 at 2pm

Thursday, February 12 at 6:30pm

Cost starts at just $32 and includes a full paper packet (you'll have leftovers) and all of the embellishments needed to complete the pages.
But, remember you choose how much you want to spend and purchase only the embellishments and tools that you want.

Register by Thursday, January 22 to reserve your seat

If you can't make it to the workshop, simply purchase a kit and I'll include my instructions for both layouts for free.

Mark you Calendar for upcoming Scrapbook Club Dates:

March 12 & 15

April 9 & 12

May 14 & 17

 

Thanks for stopping by.

Jaime

Kid’s Klub–Mini Album

For over a year now I have wanted to start a Kid’s Klub and I am finally making it happen.  We will meet every other month to make scrapbook pages, mini albums, cards, or home décor projects.  Whatever I come up with (and the attendees want to make).

So if you are local to Amelia, VA and have a child that is at least in the 3rd grade and/or over 9 years of age I hope you will join us Friday, February 6 at 6pm in my studio.

Our first project will be a Christmas Mini Album using the Pear & Partridge Picture My Life (PML) cards.

There is no stamping.  Kid’s will learn to use a paper trimmer and read the measurements along the ruler.

It will hold 17 photos and there’s lots of room to share all your memories from the holidays.

Cost is $25 and includes all materials to make this adorable Christmas Mini Album.

Please email me or leave a comment if you know a child that would like to attend.  (Kits for adults are also available.)

Thanks for stopping by.

Jaime

Stamp Designs Retiring January 31

The following stamp designs, last featured in the Spring/Summer 2014 idea book, are being retired on January 31, 2015. These sets can be viewed in the “Retiring Items” category of my website, click here.  Get them before they are gone.

A1124 A Tree
A1139 Congrats Graduate
A1141 Be Still (I love this one!)
A1154 Friendly Thoughts
A1156 Flower Confetti
B1418 Love Doily
B1423 Hoppy Easter
B1439 Dreamer
B1440 Fancy Fair
B1441 Buggy Love
B1444 Greatest Love (great sentiments)
B1445 Happy Hive
B1450 Owls
C1571 You're the Best (great for Father’s Day)
C1573 Do Your Best
C1574 Believe in Yourself
C1577 Mother's Day
C1579 Coming Up Roses
C1583 Robot Family
D1547 Paper Doll
D1579 Windy Day
M1035 Newlyweds
M1036 Perfect Polka-Dot Day
M1037 Balloons
M1038 Shooting Star
M1039 Good Job Stencil
M1040 Parasol
M1041 Hi (very popular)
M1042 Colored Egg

Thanks for stopping by!

Jaime