Scrapbook Territory

CHA Sneak: Cosmo Cricket

2012-02-01T11:41:00.001-08:00

CHA Sneak: Jenni Bowlin

2012-02-01T10:56:00.001-08:00

CHA Sneak: EK Success "French General"

2012-02-01T10:54:00.001-08:00

One of the most popular releases at the show!!

CHA Sneak: Scrapbook Trends

2012-02-01T10:46:00.001-08:00

Scrapbook trends magazine introduced their new signature series with Teresa Collins, Donna Downey, Kelly Purkey, Liz Kartchner, Heidi Swapp. We've talked to all these ladies personally to see if they will come teach. So watch for both the magazine (definitely) and classes (hopefully).

CHA Sneak: crafters workshop

2012-02-01T10:36:00.001-08:00

Wow. Everyone seems to be using stencils this show. We've seen super hot techniques with mr Huey's, tattered angels and other mists - things like ghosting, mixes media, and layering.

CHA Sneak: Little Yellow Bicycle

2012-02-01T10:30:00.001-08:00

CHA Sneak: Graphic 45

2012-02-01T10:20:00.001-08:00

True to their roots, graphic 45 introduced 3 vintage collections: baby, curiosities, and a basic Kraft. Love the flying pigs!

CHA Sneak: Simple Stories

2012-02-01T10:17:00.001-08:00

CHA Sneak: My Minds Eye

2012-02-01T10:10:00.001-08:00

Love there new collections! They should all be in the store and out for sale by Thursday afternoon! (that's tomorrow!!!)

CHA Sneak: Ranger booth Tim Holtz

2012-01-31T21:13:00.001-08:00

Just when I think I know how to use a product, Tim Holtz shows 25 different new ways. This was a bit like "where's Waldo" finding all memory frames in these samples. Did you know you could pour utee into a frame or put actual coffee beans on your layout?

CHA Sneak: Hambly

2012-01-31T17:55:00.001-08:00

Love!

CHA Sneak: Dear Lizzy & American Crafts

2012-01-31T17:54:00.001-08:00

CHA Sneak: Making Memories "Children at Play"

2012-01-31T14:17:00.001-08:00

CHA Sneak: October Afternoon

2012-01-31T10:43:00.001-08:00

Woowee! From one of our favorite companies!!!

CHA Sneak: Amy Tangerine Sketchbook

2012-01-31T09:41:00.001-08:00

We just love her & her new line! ;)

CHA Sneak: Studio Calico

2012-01-31T09:39:00.001-08:00

One word: Amazing. This is my favorite release at the show! Simply wonderful! So yes, we got it all! :)

CHA Sneak: Crate Paper

2012-01-31T09:31:00.001-08:00

These lines are beautiful! Can't wait to play!!

CHA Sneak: Studio Calico & Hero Arts

2012-01-31T09:28:00.001-08:00

Love the new stamps!

CHA Sneak: Echo Park

2012-01-30T18:03:00.001-08:00

Can you say "Oooohhhh.... Ahhhhh...."?

CHA Sneak: GCD "Country Charm"

2012-01-30T17:27:00.001-08:00

Hehe! And another! :)

CHA Sneak: GCD "Storybook" & "Oh Happy Day"

2012-01-30T17:21:00.001-08:00

Oh my... We like! :)

CHA Sneak: GCD "Splendor"

2012-01-30T17:13:00.001-08:00

Super cute!!! :)

CHA Sneak: Basic Grey

2012-01-30T14:00:00.001-08:00

Four new lines from Basic Grey and they are awesome!!! Konichiwa (Diane's favorite), What's Up?, PB & J (my favorite), and Plumeria. Check out the pictures below...

CHA Sneak: Pink Paislee

2012-01-30T12:57:00.001-08:00

Check out some of the new lines from Pink Paislee...

CHA Sneak: Heidi Swapp

2012-01-30T12:54:00.001-08:00

She's back! And the lines are awesome!! Here are a few pics to wet your palette... All product ships In March.

CHA Sneak: Clever Handmade

2012-01-30T11:41:00.001-08:00

Diane and I were wandering the new exhibitor section yesterday afternoon and stumbled upon this adorable emerging company. Take a look at some of the paper... Seem familiar? That's because it's Heidi Grace! She's back and better than ever! Free to design as she pleases with whimsical flair, funky kids and adorable doodles. We are so happy for her and can't wait to get her product in the store!

Cha sneak ranger by design Dyan reaveley

2012-01-28T11:52:00.001-08:00

Crazy fun. New BRIGHT colors of ranger spray ink. Dyan is british and hilarious. Her quotes: "never be to proud to serve frozen peas" and "I don't like you, you're ugly and you have no manners at all". (must be read in British accent!). We're really going to try to get her to come and teach. Photo shows one of my new fav tricks of holding a stamp background unmounted and pressing portions on the page!

Cha sneak: claudine class

2012-01-28T11:30:00.001-08:00

Using her paints, stamps (all in stock) and the new canvas corp bag.

Cha sneak: ranger by design tim holtz

2012-01-28T11:15:00.001-08:00

Class with Tim using the digital eclips "stamp to cut" and distress pens!

CHA Sneak: Teresa Collins

2012-01-27T09:43:00.001-08:00

We just ordered all the new Teresa Collins lines - Fabrications Canvas, Fabrications Linen, Everyday Moments, and Spring Fling. We are so excited for Teresa and her new beautiful collections! A gorgeous, rich new color palette for Teresa shipping NEXT WEEK!!!

Tim Holtz Distress Markers

2012-01-26T12:54:00.001-08:00

Here's a sneak peak at just a few of the things these new coveted pens can do... They are the stamping pens you've always wished for! Just like distress inks, they hold their color beautifully when you add water. Use them for blending, multi color stamping, watercoloring and more.
Call the store today to pre-order your set of 37 Distress Markers for $114.99 (and that doesn't include your discount). FYI open stock the pens are $3.49 each or $129.99 for all 37 pens. (Tim made every color of distress plus picket fence for a white pen). Diane is obsessed and keeps coloring in class.

Tim Tag Class @ CHA

2012-01-26T11:13:00.001-08:00

Diane and I are sitting in an all day Tim Holtz class here in Anaheim at CHA. And we are having a blast!! Here's a few pics of our tags so far.

We are already dreaming of class ideas for our great customers! How does that sound? Keep watching the blog for more CHA updates!

Jenni Bowlin Punches by Fiskars

2012-01-24T16:48:00.000-08:00

That's right! We have the limited edition Jenni Bowlin punches in stock! So come on down and get yours today!

New We R Memory Keepers Good Day Sunshine Collection

2012-01-19T14:54:00.000-08:00

The newest collection from We R Memory Keepers has arrived! Come on in and check out Good Day Sunshine!

New Sommerset Magazines In Stock!

2012-01-19T14:44:00.001-08:00

Beautiful Vintaj Cards, Embellishments & More Class

2012-01-13T15:26:00.000-08:00

Beautiful Vintaj Cards, Embellishments & More Class
with Richele Christensen
Saturday, February 11th
10:00 - 1:00
$45

Vintaj is beautiful natural brass pieces that are handmade. We will explore many ways to design one-of-a-kind embellishments for cards, scrapbook pages and more. Techniques using special Embossing Folders, Stamps, and Paints will all be used to enhance your beautiful art pieces.

Bring your tool kit and jewelry pliers (if you have them).

NOTE: Just a few of the projects are pictured...

Echo Park A Boy's Life

2012-01-13T15:14:00.000-08:00

That's right! The newest collection from Echo Park - A Boy's Life - has arrived! Come on in to check it out! :)

Memory Box Cards Class

2012-01-13T15:12:00.000-08:00

Memory Box Cards Class
with Diane
Sunday, February 12th
11:00 - 1:00
$30

So many gorgeous new dies and stamps from Memory Box, I had to make a class. We'll color with copic markers, layer the dies and stamps, and create several cards.

Patterned Paper Class

2012-01-13T15:09:00.000-08:00

Patterned Paper Class
with Nikki
Sunday, February 26th, 3:00-5:30 $35
AND
Sunday, March 25th, 3:00-5:30 $35

Patterned paper - we all love it and buy it by the stack. Now what? Join Nikki in this class that focuses on taming patterned paper and making it work for you. You'll make either: two 12x12 double page layouts or four 12x12 single page layouts. The layouts will be predesigned, but the patterned paper and theme you choose is up to you! Explore the store to find the perfect paper for your layout. Isn't it time you got those photos out of boxes and onto pages? Let Nikki's designs jump start your creativity! Please bring your basic tool kit: Paper trimmer, wet and dry adhesive, pop dots, glue dots, scissors, ruler and anything else you can't live without!

Scrapbooking 101 Class

2012-01-13T15:07:00.000-08:00

Scrapbooking 101
with Nikki
Sunday, February 26th, 12-2:30pm $30
AND
Sunday, March 25th, 12-2:30pm $30

So you want to learn how to scrapbook? Does a store filled with tools and supplies overwhelm you? Then this is the class for you! Nikki will walk you through all the basic tools, supplies, and albums you'll need to create that one of a kind scrapbook you've always dreamed of. You'll learn all the tricks of this amazing hobby from one of the best teachers in town. Plus, you'll create a two page 12x12 layout with Nikki's guidance! Please bring 6-8 photos of one event that you'd like to scrapbook. Also, bring your adhesive, paper trimmer and ruler if you have one. Don't miss this class!

Family Life Mini Album

2012-01-13T14:53:00.000-08:00

Family Life Mini Album
with Nikki
Sunday, March 18th
2:00 - 5:30
$35

Join in Nikki in creating this wonderful mini album perfect for your family photos. We'll be using a Basically Bare album and one of the newest collections from October Afternoon - Farmhouse. Learn excellent techniques as well as tips and tricks Nikki loves to use when creating a mini album.

Hero Arts 1 Stamp 5 Cards Class

2012-01-13T14:36:00.000-08:00

Hero Arts 1 Stamp 5 Cards Class
with Diane
Sunday, February 5th
1:00 - 3:00
$30 (includes stamp)

I fell in love with this stamp, and wanted to teach how to create 5 very different cards from the same stamp. This is a great overall technique class if you want to advance you stamping skills. We will use distress inks, copic markers, embossing powders, and mica powders. You will learn when to use and the differences between dye, pigment, distress and Staz-on inks. (if you already own the stamp and want to take the class, just bring the stamp to class and receive a 6$ store credit)

3D Shrine Assemblage Class

2012-01-13T14:32:00.000-08:00

3D Shrine Assemblage Class
with Carine
Sunday, February 19th
10:30 - 5:00
$70

Carine teaches you how to combine random ephemera and blend them into a cohesive piece of artwork. You will desin a 3D shrine of wood, glass, metal, plastic, wire and more in the style of Dia de los Muertos and found object art. You will learn aging techniques such as rusting and patinas.

Dreamweaver Valentine Cards Class

2012-01-13T14:30:00.000-08:00

Dreamweaver Valentine Cards
with Georgia
Saturday, January 21st
10:00 - 1:00 $28

Come and love your stencils as we create beautiful cards using many techniques. We will be using the new Color Solutions, gold leafing, Mica powders, possibly some metal and of course embossing paste. Please note that the samples in the store may change a little as the new Valentine papers are coming into the store at this time and I will be using the same stencils but possibly in a different way.

Max: 8 students

New Memory Box Valentine Dies and Stamps

2012-01-04T10:19:00.000-08:00

That's right! The newest dies and stamps from Memory Box have arrived and they are amazing! You can create so many different things with these dies! Come check them out before they are all gone! You can also call us and we can hold anything you just have to have! ;) Hope to see you soon!

Basic Grey KISSING BOOTH

2011-12-28T12:58:00.000-08:00

That's right! The newest collection from Basic Grey has hit our shelves! Come on in to check it out!

Holiday Style Mini Album

2011-12-22T12:18:00.000-08:00

Holiday Style Mini Album by Nikki
Sunday, January 15th 2pm - 5:30pm $40

Join Nikki in creating this wonderful mini album perfect for your after Christmas photos. You'll build the book from the ground up and then decorate it using the newest collection from October Afternoon. Learn excellent techniques in book binding as wells as tips and tricks Nikki loves to use when creating a mini album.
Call 510-559-9929 to sign up!

New Somerset Magazines in stock!

2011-12-21T15:49:00.001-08:00

Lynell Harlow of Dreamweaver Stencils Teaches at Scrapbook Territory!

2011-12-21T15:47:00.000-08:00

SATURDAY, January 14, 2012

Layered Metallica
10:30am - 1pm $38

Many of us have worked with metal, but this is an opportunity to Dream it UP a notch. Join Lynell Harlow of Dreamweaver Stencils as she uses colored aluminum and embosses and layers stencils. Also enjoy the new Color Solution Artist Grade Ink and learn to color your creations. you will be amazed at what you an do with the combination of these materials.
Things to bring: Dreamweaver will provide all materials, but if you have an embossing machine bring it along and bring a pair of old scissors to cut metal.

Call 510-559-9929 to sign up!

Faux Cloisonne
2pm - 4:30pm $38

Learn to use wide open designs with the new paste spreader as we do faux cloisonné several different ways. One step and two step cloisonné and a resist technique will all be covered as we used embossing pastes both glossy and matte, plus UTEE and regular embossing powders will be addressed for these techniques.

Things to bring: Two each of 1/8" and 1/4" Dreamweaver Stencil brushes, LM2010 paste spreader, paper trimmer, mounting tape to finish cards.

Call 510-559-9929 to sign up!

Crate Paper PAPER HEART

2011-12-20T10:33:00.000-08:00

That's right! The newest collection from the designers at Crate Paper has arrived! And oh my is it super cute! Not just for Valentine's Day but for anything... I'm using it for a layout of my dog. :) Come on in to check it out!

Echo Park YOURS TRULY

2011-12-11T11:41:00.000-08:00

The newest Valentine collection from Echo Park has hit our shelves! Come on in to check it out!

Hero Arts Debut Party and FREE TIM HOLTZ Tag Make & Take!

2011-12-09T13:08:00.000-08:00

Wahoooo! We have all our Hero Arts 2012 Debut stamps and will be doing make and takes all day tomorrow, Saturday, December 10th. Love that we live down the street from Hero Arts so I hopped in my car and drove to their factory to pick up tons of the stamp that Tim used on his tag last night! So stop by tomorrow, check out the new Hero Arts 2012...and make the tag that VERY few other people with have!!!!! If that's not enough...we've pulled ALL of their discontinued stamps and marked them at 40% off, there are some cool ones, grab them while they are still here. Remember we have a huge parking lot on the corner of Virginia and 4th, so parking is EASY.

Tim Holtz 12 Tags of Christmas Class

2011-12-02T15:58:00.000-08:00

We've moved the date and time of the 12 tags class to Tuesday evening, 12/13...that way we can have all 12 tags to look at and discuss! It runs from 4pm-8pm and we will have supplies for 4 of the tags all prepped (we'll choose the more complex so you can learn the techniques) . Class won't take the full 4 hours, but we wanted to make sure people who had to work/or get home for dinner would have time to play...drop in when you can. $25 Taught by Nikki and Diane.

Hero Arts 2012 Debut Party

2011-12-01T16:14:00.000-08:00

Party is all day long!! Stop by whenever you can.

All of Hero Arts 2012 new Cling, Clear and Wooden Stamps will be in the store, so stop by! Hero Arts is sending us tons of make and takes using the new images, we will happily help you play and take home a finished card. Just post a comment that you'll be stopping by, and we'll have your make and take waiting for you!

October Afternoon Farmhouse and Holiday Style are in!

2011-12-01T11:46:00.000-08:00

Finally! They are here!

Christmasology Configurations Class

2011-11-25T17:00:00.000-08:00

Richele Teaches Christmas-ology

Saturday December 3rd 10:30 to 5pm

$105 ALL supplies included

We have this unbelievably beautiful sample in the store. You'll make the box shown, including all the darling houses, trees, snowflakes etc. Richele designs with Tim Holtz all the time, and brings her wonderful teaching to Scrapbook Territory again. Learn tons of techniques while finishing the project.

Huge new Free Parking Lot

2011-11-25T12:16:00.000-08:00

So excited, 4th St has finally opened up the huge parking lot kitty corner from the store!

Graphic 45 Tropical Travelogue

2011-11-25T10:22:00.000-08:00

Gorgeous mix of vintage palm trees, beaches and bathing beauties.

Echo Park Winter Park

2011-11-12T15:40:00.000-08:00

The newest collection from Echo Park has arrived in the store! And it has some great elements to use with your winter photos! Come check it out. :)

My Minds Eye Kraft Fun Day

2011-11-12T15:35:00.000-08:00

That's right! The newest collection from My Minds Eye has hit our shelves! And it's made using the hottest paper on the market - KRAFT! Plus the embellishments are really cute, too! So come on in to check it out!

Tim Holtz Winter Distress Colors, Cargo and Trinket Cases

2011-11-10T14:49:00.000-08:00

Lots of new Tim Holtz is in the store. Winter Distress ink in Iced Spruce, Festive Berries, and Evergreen Bough are here. So are his darling new trinket and cargo cases. Here is his training video on the colors:

Els of Elizabeth Crafts teaches Holiday Glitter Classes

2011-11-09T12:07:00.000-08:00

We are welcoming back the owner of Elizabeth Crafts again for her gorgeous card classes.

CHRISTMAS GLITTER CLASS By Els of Elizabeth Crafts

Saturday, November 19th, 10:30am-12:30pm $32

Come and make beautiful Christmas Cards using the Elizabeth Craft Designs Peel Off's, micro fine glitter and the Simmer Sheetz. You will learn several different techniques. We will color with the Copic markers on top of the Highlight glitter, work with the newest Tim Holtz Christmas ornament die, learn the Burnished Velvet glitter technique and lots more. Just bring your basic card kit and a good spirit. After a couple of hours of fun you will go home with three beautiful cards to send to family or friends!

ANY OCCASION CARD CLASS By Els of Elizabeth Crafts

Saturday, November 19th, 2- 4 $32

In this class we will make three beautiful cards loaded with techniques. We will use the Copic markers on top of the Highlight glitter, the Mica colors paints on black Cardstock, die cut flowers and apply the Burnished Velvet technique, die cut leaves and use alcohol inks and embossing folders etc. You will go home and have learned a lot and had fun at the same time! Bring your basic card kit and all the rest will be taken care off!

Don't forget to bring your camera as well. I will bring lots of samples for you to take a look at and make pictures if you want to.

Call 510-559-9929 to sign up!

Crafters needed for Salvation Army THIS Thursday

2011-11-08T12:58:00.000-08:00

Hey Everyone -

We got this note from the Salvation Army

As mentioned every year at Christmas time The Salvation Army sends out barrels into the community to collect toys and food. The items collected in the barrels are distributed to families throughout Alameda County. These barrels go out the last week of November and will remain in the public eye until just before Christmas. Often these barrels are an eyesore to the businesses hosting them so we're looking for a few crafty people to come help spruce up our barrels. We want the barrels to be festive and visually appealing. We would greatly appreciate any help you could provide.

We have arranged to meet at

2794 Garden Street Oakland, Ca 94601
6-8 PM, Thursday November 10th
Parking and refreshments will be available

Please call the store and let us know you will be joining us (510-559-9929), the more the merrier, we could really use your help. While we will have supplies there, it would be great if you could bring old Holiday supplies you aren't using.

Distress Holiday Cards and Tags

2011-11-02T15:11:00.000-07:00

Sunday, November 6th 3pm-6pm $30 Richele

Come have some fun creating 7 beautiful cards/projects for the holidays. Use all things distressed with Ranger Inks, Tim Holtz Ideaology and Alterations by Sizzix. Come to get inky and embark on a new journey of creativity.

Bring your basic tool kit. Richele designs for both Tim Holtz and Ranger on a regular basis...don't miss this opportunity to learn from the best. (We are really excited to have Richele teaching at SBT)

Melt Art Madness Class this Sunday, Nov 6th

2011-11-02T13:58:00.000-07:00

Join Richele to complete 4 different projects using Ultra Thick Embossing Powder and the Ranger Melting Pot. You'll learn lots of techniques including:

Dipping objects using utee and perfect pearls
Creating Art tiles with shrink plastic, alcohol inks and utee
Making your own molds and using them to pour your own embellishments
Learning Richeles own unique technique using fun foam and embossing powder

Authentique Christmas Mini Album - Sunday, December 4th

2011-10-28T17:30:00.000-07:00

Authentique Christmas Mini Album with Nikki
Sunday, December 4th 2pm - 5pm $35

Join Nikki in creating this one of a kind mixed media album using one of the newest collections from Authentique. We'll be using chipboard, canvas, acrylic, crepe paper and more. Learn how to make paper rosettes along with other techniques Nikki loves to use. Please bring your basic tool kit. Space is limited, so sign up now! 510-559-9929

Tim Holtz Christmas Dies are in!

2011-10-19T18:13:00.000-07:00

All 13 new Holiday Alteration Dies for Sizzix are in the store....remember, our Tim Holtz dies are always buy one get one at 50% off!

New Basic Grey Picadilly & Little Black Dress

2011-10-18T16:28:00.000-07:00

The two newest collections from Basic Grey have arrived in the store! They are awesome and I can't wait to play with them! Come check them out! :)

District Market by Tim Holtz

2011-10-16T16:26:00.000-07:00

That's right! All of the District Market items have arrived! Come check them out! Personally, I love the tote bags! I can't pick my favorite! :) To read more about this line, check out Tim's Blog.

New American Crafts Thickers & Chap

2011-10-16T16:18:00.000-07:00

We've got new American Crafts Thickers in two fonts and six colors plus a new collection from American Crafts called Chap! Come check it out! :)

New Echo Park Times & Seasons

2011-10-14T15:20:00.000-07:00

The newest collection from Echo Park Paper has arrived! Times & Seasons is full of vintage ephemera and flair (including adorable mustaches)! Come check it out! :)

New Jenni Bowlin Red & Black Extension IV

2011-10-14T15:09:00.000-07:00

The newest collection from Jenni Bowlin has arrived in the store! It's an extension to her ever popular Red & Black line. Come Check it out!

Authentique Gathering

2011-10-13T10:06:00.001-07:00

We've received the newest collection from Authentique called Gathering! And let me tell you... It's beautiful! Full of rich tones and amazing colors perfect for those end of summer and fall photos. The line comes with great die cuts and stickers to accent cards, mini books and layouts! Come check it out!

Mixed Media Collage

2011-10-13T10:06:00.000-07:00

Mixed Media Collage Class with Carine
Sunday, October 23rd
10:30am - 5pm
$60

Join Carine in creating a one of a kind collage using paint, image and many other mark making tools to create your own painting.

Call 510-559-9929 to sign up!

SEW RIBBON Stitch Tool from WeRMemory

2011-10-05T11:50:00.000-07:00

We R Memory Keepers Sew Ribbon takes the concept of stitching thread to now threading ribbon! Like the Sew Easy which allows users to create beautiful stitched patterns on all types of projects, crafters can now make beautiful designs with their ribbon! Crafters have been using ribbon for years to embellish their projects, and now they can not only easily apply the ribbon to the project, but instead of doing simple lines and bows, they can make interesting designs like: weave, flowers, scallop, leaf, shoelace and zig zag. The new product line by We R Memory Keepers also includes 10 ribbon packs in various colors and textures, and extra “needles.”

Authentique Free Bird Collection!

2011-10-04T16:51:00.000-07:00

That's right! Authentique's newest collection - Free Bird - has arrived in the store! If you haven't heard about this line it is quite unique. It is made up completely of 6x6 papers, but they are sold individually! No more paper pads for this company! Now you can pick and choose which and how many 6x6 papers you want! Come check out the 32 double sided 6x6 papers!

Tim Holtz Fall Seasonal Distress Inks & Sew Easy Stitch Tool back in stock!

2011-10-04T16:20:00.000-07:00

That's right! We've got two hot items back in stock! First, the new Tim Holtz Limited Edition Fall 2011 Seasonal Distress Inks. These colors are just beautiful and remind me so much of fall it's crazy!

Next is the We R Memory Keepers Sew Easy Stitching Tool. We can't seem to keep this in stock! It's great to add special detail to your cards, pages or whatever crafting item you're working on! Come pick one up today!

2 New ECHO PARK CHRISTMAS Collections

2011-10-02T10:07:00.000-07:00

That's right! Two new Echo Park Christmas Collections have arrived in the store! And they are awesome! One is very traditional, while the other is very whimsical! I love them both! Come check them out!

Amy Tan teaches at Scrapbook Territory! Saturday, November 5th

2011-09-30T13:00:00.000-07:00

Join Amy Tan as she makes her first teaching appearance in Northern California. Help celebrate the launch of the Amy Tangerine collaboration with American Crafts! She will be teaching 2 classes and sharing some fun techniques that can be easily adapted to future projects. Even if you've never sewn before, this class can be just what you need to get started as Amy has plenty of tricks for beginners. If you join in for both classes, you will be given a grab bag of goodies worth over $20.

Saturday, November 5th 10:30am-1:30pm Reasons to Smile Mini Book + bonus Film Canister $65

Tons of goodies in the class kit can be used to complete a mini album and alter a film canister. Photo handouts are included with full instructions on some signature techniques. Please bring your basic kit to make a mini book of "the good life" you lead! Feel free to bring ephemera too. Also recommended are a paper piercer and healing mat as there will be just a bit of stitching involved.

If you have photos to add, sizes from 2x3 to 4x6 are recommended.
The kit itself is worth well over $50!

Saturday, November 5th 2:30pm-5:00pm 3 Layouts With A Twist $55

With a mix of some simple sewing techniques and fashion inspired finds, you'll create 3 colorful layouts and have plenty of leftovers to make more pages. You'll learn how to make fabric yo-yo's the easy way along with other tips and tricks to put interesting twists on all of your layouts. Photo handouts are included with instructions on a couple of signature techniques. Please bring your basic kit along with a variety of photos.
Recommended photo sizes for Layout #1 (Life Is Good): 1 - 4x6 (landscape). Layout # 2: 2 - 1.75x2.75 (landscape), 1 - 1.75X1.75 (square), 1 - 2x3 (portrait). Layout #3 (Favorite Things) - photos of yourself perhaps? or photos of some of your favorite things: 1 - 2.5x3 (portrait), 1 - 2.5x4 (portrait). Feel free to just bring a bunch of photos that you are willing to crop and trim.
Also recommended are a craft knife, paper piercer and healing mat as there will be just a bit of cutting and stitching involved.

3 New Collections from STUDIO CALICO!

2011-09-30T09:36:00.000-07:00

That's right! The three newest collections from Studio Calico have hit our shelves! These lines are full of fun goodies like wood veneers, stickers, chipboard shapes, mister hueys, fab rips and so much more! Come check it all out! Here are a few teasers...

Picket Fence and Snow Cap back in stock!

2011-09-29T10:15:00.000-07:00

We just got tons of the new WHITE mediums from Ranger back in stock: Picket Fence Distress Stain and Snow Cap Alcohol Ink Mixative. Both products take all of your existing stains or alcohol inks and can give them an opaque base.

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2011-09-22T10:54:00.000-07:00

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October Afternoon Sidewalk is in

2011-09-22T10:41:00.000-07:00

Limited Editon Fall Distress Inks are HERE!

2011-09-21T11:33:00.000-07:00

Limited Edition Distress Inks are in the store....yes we were only allowed to order 12...but we beat the system and ordered from 2 different places, so we have 24 in stock right now!

Spook-ology Type Tray with Richele Christensen October 15th

2011-09-17T13:45:00.000-07:00

When Halloween meets Ideaology you get Spook-ology! Take a creative journey and make this amazing Type Tray. Learn techniques with Distress Stain, Alcohol Inks, Distress Crackle Paints and more. Everything for this project is included and I mean everything, even halloween treats!

Bring your creative juices and your basic tool kit.

Saturday, October 15th 10:30am - 5pm
$105

Richele designs for Tim Holtz and makes samples for both Advantus and Ranger to be displayed at the Trade Shows. She has an amazing eye for detail and is an expert in distress techniques.

New Prima!!!

2011-09-16T16:34:00.000-07:00

We've got lots of new Prima in stock! Tons of flowers, resin embellisments, metal charms, patterned papers, letter stickers and so much more! Come check it all out!

Twilight & Alice Bracelets - Lora - October 22nd

2011-09-16T11:41:00.001-07:00

It's time to get ready for the most anticipated movie of the year! Do you know what you're going to wear? Join Lora in creating two unique bracelets: one featuring characters from the hit movie Alice in Wonderland and the other showcasing Twilight Saga characters. We'll color in the adorable Greeting Farm and cresenDOH! images to bring the characters to life and make a piece of jewelry sure to get attention!
Please bring your markers of choice and a pair of fine tipped scissors.
11 students 1pm - 3pm $25

Hero Arts and Sizzix "Stamp & Die Cut" line in stock

2011-09-15T17:46:00.000-07:00

Hero Arts and Sizzix have teamed up produce cling stamps that match Sizzix dies and embossing folders. Take a minute (or 8) to watch this video by Jennifer McGuire and learn all about them!

Halloween Crop and Mini Project Party! - October 29th - Daniela

2011-09-15T15:17:00.000-07:00

Come join Daniela for a full day of cropping and a ghouling fun day of crafting! We'll make a few Halloween inspired projects, eat, drink and get our crafting done! I'll provide the snacks, drinks, inspiration and projects to make this a day filled with fun. Lots of giveaways, games and fun for all.
Call the store at 510-559-9929 to sign up today!

2pm - till midnight $40

Don't want to make the project? That's fine, the more the merrier! Sign up for the crop half price - that's only $20!

Twilight - Breaking Dawn Crop & Jewelry Making - November 12th - Daniela

2011-09-15T15:14:00.000-07:00

Come join Daniela in celebrating the most anticipated movie release of the year! It doesn't matter if you're Team Edward or Team Jacob, we will all be celebrating this fantastic release! Everyone will be making their own Breaking Dawn Jewelry pendants and jewelry pieces to wear to the premiere on November 18th. There will be plenty of Vampire or Wolf goodies to make your piece a one-of-a-kind! I'll provide the snacks, project goodies and inspiration and you come ready to have some fun!
Call the store at 510-559-9929 to sign up today! 5pm - till midnight $30

Don't want to make the project? That's fine, the more the merrier! Sign up for the crop half price - that's only $15!

Jillibean Soup's 5 new lines in stock

2011-09-14T16:49:00.000-07:00

Jillibean's fall release has arrived: apple Cheddar, Homemade 6 Bean Soup, Christmas Eve Chowder, Sweet and Sour Soup and Watermelon Gazpacho. Everything from a summer flipflop line to Christmas penguins all in a row.

Embellished Halloween Coffins - Ingrid - October 9th

2011-09-06T12:02:00.000-07:00

It’s that time of year again! Let’s start by embellishing wooden coffins with creepy materials that are surely going to be a topic of conversation. I will supply all materials. Please bring your favorite small scissors for cutting.
1:00 to 4:00pm $40.00 (sweet treats included)
Class size limit: 8

Fabric Wrist Cuffs - Ingrid - November 12th

2011-09-06T11:59:00.000-07:00

Let’s create beautiful one-of-a-kind wrist cuffs using fabric, vintage lace, buttons, gems, flowers and findings. These lovely and romantic pieces can be worn dressed up or dressed down. I will supply all the materials. Please bring any special sewing scissors you like to use.
1:00 to 4:00 $65.00 (sweet treats included)
Class size limit: 8

Vintage Clock-Glass Ornaments - Ingrid - December 10th

2011-09-06T11:53:00.000-07:00

Join me for a fun way to create unique Christmas ornaments. We will create as many ornaments as we can during class time. Each ornament will measure approximately three inches in size and will have clock glass on both sides. Share your ornaments with family and friends or decorate your Christmas tree with these one-of-a kind ornaments.
1:00 - 4:00pm $65 (sweet treats included)
Class size limit: 8

Tim Holtz Halloween Dies in Stock!

2011-09-03T12:31:00.000-07:00

Pink Paislee Nantucket, Vintage Vogue & Phantom

2011-09-03T12:02:00.000-07:00

The three newest collections from Pink Paislee have hit our shelves! Come on in to check them out!

Nantucket

Vintage Vogue

Phantom

Simple Stories Generations & 25 Days of Christmas

2011-09-03T12:01:00.000-07:00

The two newest collections from Simple Stories have hit our shelves! Come on in to check it all out!

Copic Marker Shading with Greeting Farm

2011-08-26T16:22:00.000-07:00

HOT HOT HOT summer cards with Georgia. Don't miss Georgia's class this Sunday at 10:30. You'll make 4 darling cards using Greeting Farm stamps, BoBunny Paper and Copic Markers. If you keep meaning to learn how to use Copic Markers to create those perfect shades of hair and skin, let Georgia guide you.

Ranger's new SnowCap alcohol ink

2011-08-25T17:16:00.000-07:00

Snowcap is an opaque white alcohol ink. It changes both color and intensity of all the alcohol inks you already have! Tim Holtz did a cool demo on how to create a patina look on metal with Snowcap. http://www.timholtz.typepad.com/ It's on our shelves.

NEW Jenni Bowlin!

2011-08-24T17:50:00.000-07:00

Two new Jenni Bowlin collections have hit our shelves plus new embellishments and foam stamps! Come check it all out!