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Crop & Create Winnipeg

The time is so close to start registering for the event in Winnipeg. Woohoo! I can't wait. Such a great time I am going to have with old friends and can't wait to make new ones.  Like I've mentioned before, each event in each city is tailored towards the actual city. We are doing our best to make each one unique, special and fun! 

If you are in the Toronto Greater area, you can still register for the Markham event in January here.

But let's discuss Winnipeg! We have a few new teachers travelling in for this one, and I am sooooo pumped!

Here's the details:

Crop & Create - Winnipeg (click for more details)

We are excited to invite 150 of our closest friends to join us in Winnipeg  for two days of inspiration, education and pure fun! Come crop and create with some of the best teachers in paper crafting. Join Becky Fleck from PageMaps, experts Vicki Boutin, Kelly Goree, Kathy Thompson and join special guest Caroline Lau from Maya Road for fabulous  classes that are full of tips, tricks and techniques for every level. With 24 hours of cropping time, a chocoholic feast, great prizes, special make n’ takes and so much more, this exclusive event promises to be a weekend all about creating with our closest friends…YOU...and one that is not to be missed!  Oh wait, did we mention there will be a marketplace with 6 great stores too?  And did we mention that the Marketplace will be open to the public?  Yes, Crop & Create Winnipeg is going to be a very special Crop & Create event!  We can’t wait to see you there.

March 23-24, 2012

Delta Hotel, Winnipeg
Registration opens December 5th!

Early Bird rate is only $139! 

Our two new teachers are:

Caroline Lau- Owner of Maya Road

This is so cool to have Caroline Lau join us in Winnipeg. She worked with us at Scrapfest in the Scrapbook & Cards Today Magazine booth. The lineups to meet her and take her make 'n takes were HUGE! She completely went out of all her demos, and I can vouch for it, they ROCKED!!!! I made myself 3 new luggage tags, a few rockin zipper pins, sadly I missed out on a few others. Lord knows I tried to slip in and quickly make all her demos, but man our booth was SWAMPED! Like never a minute to slip away. So a weekend with Caroline was fun!!! I LOVED looking at her beautiful mini albums! Maya Road ROCKS!!!

Check out the Maya Road blog: (psst, right now is a MASSIVE WAREHOUSE SALE you might want in on. Just sayin')

 

Kathy Thompson- writer for Scrapbook & Cards Today

How exciting is this? Like Canada's rockstar of photography instruction. I think the most sought after photographer known for her distinct eye in detail when taking a photo and timeless style, but then also being able to create show-stopping clean graphic design layouts. It was no wonder that a few years ago American Crafts snapped her up that fast. Now YOU can follow her as well in her regular article “Photography for Today’s Scrapbooker”  in Scrapbook & Cards Today! I can't wait to meet her in person, I have admired her for a very long time!!!!! 

Want to follow her  blog? Here's the link...prepare to be inspired!!!!!

 

 

And the rest of the fabulous educator team (these girls are with us for quite a few shows! Rock on!)

Becky Fleck: owner & designer of Page Maps, Editor of Scrapbook & Cards Today Magazine

 

Becky is the master of creating scrapbook & card sketches that are realistic, offering both simple and detailed sketches also offering them in all different ways; double page, single, multi-photo, single photos. They simply are the greatest guide for scrapbookers. Her classes are awesome helping inspire you to interpret sketches in ways that are easy to understand. I LOVED the layouts she taught in Saskatoon, and at Scrapfest. Yummy! I can't wait to see the new layouts she came up with for Winnipeg. Speaking of which, have you seen how Sheri Reguly was inspired by Becky? If you haven't check out THIS post, I think you will be pleasantly inspired to try this sketch, I know I am. (actually I'm almost done it, teehee, hard to stop when you are excited to create!)

where to find Becky: Page Maps blog

Kelly Goree- designer for Basic Grey & regular contributor/writer for Scrapbook & Cards Today Magazine

Southern charm is the best way to describe her. Her classes a full of such great tips and ideas. She has a very classic style, and the subtle little tips she teaches add such punch to a layout.

I simply adore Kelly and have had a blast working with her a few times, great giggles, fun times! My favourite part about Kelly is how she gives you such a peak into her own life through her teaching and her blog. She is an amazing football mom, who can take FANTASTIC photos, **envy**, if you don't believe me, check out the fabulous NEW 2012 Calendar that is the perfect gift for yourself or the scrapbooker in your life.  She is one of the designers in it. 

Kelly's blog

 

Vicki Boutin: designs for many industry manufacturers & now Author!

Vicki is one heck of an awesome girl!!!!! I have taken many of her classes, and am lucky to call her a dear friend. Her classes always offer so many details. You will learn a CRAZY amount of stuff, seriously. My house is filled with her home decor classes, and I am constantly getting compliments on them. 

Her layouts too will give you such an insight to what her book will be like. Can't wait till it comes out!!!!!  I really like how her layouts always have a great flow to them. 

 

her blog:

 

Kimber Mc Gray-4 time Best Selling Author & fabby designer over at Jillibean Soup

 

I got to know Kimber more in Saskatoon and boy did she have us laughing!!!! This girl is funny, totally crack me up! (However, she did help pull a practical joke on me, so need some good ideas to return the favour. lol)

Anyways, everyone knows I don't always feel that card making comes naturally to me. I tell you this though, it DOES come natural to her! Her cards are like little miniature works of art that **almost** dance for you. seriously. They move, they pop, they slide they spin. They ROCK!  I LOVE that you walk away with so many realistic ideas and ones that are totally created with practicality in mind; great costs and time spent on them. 

her blog

In Winnipeg we are offering  something a little different. We have a big marketplace, with many vendors in their own ballroom. We are so excited that stores from all over Manitoba will be joining us. This room will be for our crop attendees as well anyone who would like to come and shop the best of Manitoba in one room! Yes we are bringing them to YOU! Cool. come and go as you like, we hope you find something you like.

 

***** Just a tip, if you are even thinking of taking a class, don't hesitate signing up. I was hoping to get a kit from the last crop & create classes and they were all sold out!!!!!

Now that was a long post,so sorry. I just couldn't wait to share, I am PUMPED!!!!!

 

Update on Forrest Television (lol)

Again, our household has a few more changes, Jim starts a new work contract this week for the new BHP mine. Serious work till March. We are STOKED! Of course sad that he is working out of town again, HOWEVER, it is only 1 hr away and we can always zip out to see him. Plus it has benefits. Finding him housing proved to be a little tiresome, however, it did work out. He is boarding at a sweet elderly ladies house who apparently has some good dry humour, she had Jim giggling quite a bit, and of course I had myself a good laugh when she told him her rules. No fornicating or using her stove or he's out. Apparently she had bad experiences with both scenarios with previous houseguests. I told Jim I think we could abstain. lol. Never thought I would hear that line ever again in my life, especially not being married almost 12 years. lol.

**On another note, we went out to the farm to finish the doorway for the igloo...wait for it...the glue gun wouldn't work! EI YI YI!!! Another one apparently bites the dust. It was so warm too. darn! But we did get one row done.

Check back later this week for my Angry Birds invites, they are cute! Sorry I just didn't get them uploaded today, just a huge checklist to complete before Jim leaves again.

On another note, I have some classes coming up at the Scrapbook Studio (343-0550) in the next few weeks. Phone the store if you are interested.

Tomorrow's class is all about Tattered Angels. We are going to glimmer mist lot's of different surfaces, learn misting techniques, and make some new flowers I've never taught before. EXCITING! Pretty hands-on, don't wear your best clothes. This class is NOT an advanced class, it is consumer friendly meaning you get out of it what you put in it. I will teach the proper ways to spray, give tips, it will be constant handson techniques, bringing in masks, creating backgrounds. I am there to answer any questions you may have. If you want to step it up and try out some things, please do, I want it fun and can't wait to see what we create! You will also walk away with 2 full size bottles to keep practising and creating at home. SUHWEET!

Here's a few sneaks for the other classes:

Mistletoe Ball: December 4th 1pm

HO! HO! HO!-  An Echo Park Christmas class- In this class we will make 4 layouts. One double page, and 2 single pages. I will also give you the sketch of both single pages in case you want to turn those into double pages... BONUS! PLus, can I share a secret? Everyone in this class is getting the entire Echo Park Collection pack and matching epoxy brad set (and they are GORGEOUS). Limited numbers though!!! So check and see if there is room.

Plus I am sooooo excited about my upcoming classes in the New Year. The Monthly Art Journal one has me REALLY tickled! But you know me, I'm never happy unless I'm creating art, so you will continue seeing layouts, and altered stuff from me.

Well, must go, so many things to keep checking off my list for today!

 

 

 

CROP & CREATE IS ALMOST HERE!!!

 Before I get to today's LONG post, I must say, that I am in the groove of singing as loud as I can, music is cranked, 3rd qurter of income tax is ready to go to the accountant, 1 load of laundry left, I am having a FABULOUS Monday. Hope you are too!

I am really really getting excited! The very first Crop & Create event is going to be here just around the corner.  ALL INFORMATION ABOUT THIS EVENT CAN BE FOUND HERE.

                                 

I don't know about you, but I get sooo inspired when I take fabulous classes, meet new people, get a chance to see cool things. It makes me feel rejeuvenated and want to scrap more and get those memories documented!

I don't know how many times I've said it before, can you believe the talented teachers we have coming to SASKATOON?? i can guarantee this has never happened before to have this calibre of teachers in Saskatoon at one time!

It has been fun seeing where the teachers are making their flight connections to get here. We aren't quite the big city where all flights fly into. Kelly Goree is coming up from Kentucky, Kimber from Indiana and Becky from Montana and Catherine & Vicki coming from Ontario, let's just say a few connections are being made. lol

Have you seen the sneak peeks from the teachers?

I will show them here in case you haven't had time to slide by Scrapbook & Cards Today website.

I will do a quick review of the teachers, the class descriptions and the sneaks. We do have a few spots open in the classes for any last minute registrations. We'd love to have you!!

Kelly Goree

 (I still get shivers knowing that Kelly is coming to Saskatoon. Years upon years ago I fell in love with her style, and then the first time I met her I was in awe. She really is that adorable Southern girl who has an awesome sense of humour, fabulous smile and just has her act together!!!! I know I've told this story before, but the first time she left a comment on my blog I was tickled pink, thinking it was random. Then I got an email from her awhile later and well let's just say I archived that baby for awhile!!!  I still get excited when I see her in a magazine! Her style is iconic. I was pretty impressed that this celebrity remembered me. Now throughout the years, we've taught together and have become friends and I am so blessed! I can't wait to hear what you guys think of her classes!!!)

 

 

Paper Mix-Ology!

Are you that scrapbooker who collects sheet after sheet of beautiful patterned paper but has no idea how to mix them together on your scrapbook pages? Are you too afraid to cut into that gorgeous sheet of paper for fear that you won’t be able to “make it work?” Does the idea of using even more than one sheet of patterned paper at a time completely freeze your scissors in mid-cut?! Well, fear not—this class is just for you! Join our patterned paper expert, Kelly Goree, as she takes the mystique and mystery out of using those papers once and for all. In this class you’ll create two double-page layouts that will teach you the fundamentals that will have you mixing up patterned papers as easy as 1-2-3!

Teacher: Kelly Goree
Duration: 2 hrs.
Friday: 8:00 – 10:00 pm
Sponsors: Pink Paislee, Studio Calico
Welcome & Supply List  

sneaks:

 
The Designer’s Dozen

We all hunt for those cherished tried-and-true recipes that not only make our lives easier but make us look like we’re Martha Stewart to boot! It’s those favourite go-to basics that save us time and stress in the kitchen and it’s no different when it comes to our scrapbook pages! Join Kelly Goree for a fabulous "scrapbooking baker's dozen!" Well known for her bold use of color, pattern and design, Kelly will teach you how to take your layouts from delicious to extra-yummy with twelve basic design tips! In this class you’ll learn about techniques such as the “rule of thirds” and “focal photos” while you create three fantastic layouts guaranteed to be a hit with those you love!

Teacher: Kelly Goree
Duration: 2 hrs.
Saturday: 2:30 – 4:30 pm
Sponsors: Bazzill, American Crafts, BasicGrey
Welcome & Supply List  

Kimber McGray

 This girl ROCKS this industry with her clean and classic style. Most known for rocking the cards or maybe  for her chart topping books. Yep, she has just finished her latest book, so that will be excited when it comes to print.

I know I am putting all her bestseller books on my Ipad so I can take her everywhere. Her books can be found at Amazon.com (in hard copy) and Itunes for the tech saavy girl!

I have met her at CHA and she really knows her stuff. I CANNOT wait to lear from her card classes. For anyone who knows me, making cards doesn't come naturally. I take longer to make a card then a layout. Much more thought. So I would love to walk away with more confidence and ideas on how to create magnificence on a small scall. Can't wait Kimber!!!! Here are the covers of her books if you are on a hunt for them!

Kimber's Classes:

Flowers CAN bloom all year!

Flowers can bloom all year long and they don't require watering or even a green thumb! Join Kimber McGray and create a garden of blooming embellishments made from different mediums such as fabric, ribbons, zippers and yes, papers, too. In this class, you will make four fabulous cards adorned with beautiful, hand-made flowers, as well as two floral lapel pins perfect for any occasion. Bring your garden indoors and watch it bloom!

 

Teacher: Kimber McGray
Duration: 2 hrs.
Saturday: 11:00 – 1:00 pm
Sponsors: Jillibean, Core'dinations, Maya Road, Stampin' Up!
Welcome & Supply List

sneaks:

Christmas is coming card class!

No matter who makes your "Naughty and Nice" list this year, they will be thrilled to receive one of these handmade cards! It's never too early to get a head start on holiday cards and these little gems are sure to be a hit. From gift card holders to snow globe shakers to cards that pop (up!), join Kimber McGray for terrific card-making class filled with tricks and techniques right out of Santa's workshop!

 

Teacher: Kimber McGray
Duration: 2 hrs.
Saturday: 6:00 – 8:00 pm 
Sponsors: Jillibean, Core'dinations, Stampin' Up!
Welcome & Supply List

Becky Fleck

Now this OUTSTANDING artist has redefined our industry. I personally truly believe this. I have taken many a class from her, and I will admit to be the ultimate worst student in her class cause I am pitiful at measurements. I'm a free bird that wings it with finger ticks to mark my cuts. She is a graphic artist that provides you with the most accurate instructions I have ever seen for projects. Very precise and you leave with the most phenomenal results. So knowing that I am on the opposite spectrum as Becky for how we measure and cut, I walk away from her style with something different. Her talent to create sketches that you can easily adapt to your own projects is the best tool a scrapbooker can have. I feel that they really are the "bible" for our industry. Really, do you want to always be reinventing the wheel, a must to create something brand new never seen before on every project???? I don't. I mean sometimes it is required of me for work, however, for my own personal fun and scrapping, I LOVE following Becky's Page Map Books or website for inspiration on how to rock a layout.  You can order both her books from AMazon.com but hurry they only have a handful left! (they ship immediately too)

 

If you have ever wondered how to interpret sketches you see THIS IS THE CLASS FOR YOU!!!!  

Double Up! My Favourite PageMap sketch

Love sketches? Then join Becky to create a fabulous two-page layout based on one of her favourite PageMap sketches! Students will learn terrific techniques and time-saving tips, and walk out of the class with a fantastic multi-photo page. But that's not all! With the leftovers, you'll also create a beautiful greeting card based on one of Becky's favourite CardMaps, perfect for any occasion. 

Teacher: Becky Fleck
Duration: 2 hrs.
Saturday: 8:30 – 10:30 am
Saturday: 2:30 – 4:30 pm
Sponsors: Fancy Pants, Doodlebug, Bazzill, American Crafts
Welcome & Supply List

sneaks:

Last but definitely NOT LEAST!

Vicki Boutin

Canada's favourite scrapbooker. She is that instructor that everyone loves. Her style is timeless, beautiful. Her teaching style is efficient, classes are PACKED with goofies and you never get stressed. She really makes you feel good in her classes and you walk away with amazing projects. She is returnig to Saskatoon for the 3rd year in a row with a track record of sold out classes, we are proud to say we did create larger class sizes to accomodate more people. I am proud to say she is one of my best friends in this industry, LOVE LOVE her quirkyness, her eye for design and photography and just her personality. Always the best laughs ever!!!!

And guess what????? She just came out with her own book!!!!! And let's be realistic. How many of you scrapbookers are going to start from scratch on white paper and create an entire scrapbook page EVERY time you scrap by inking and stamping? For me, once in a blue moon. It is a lot of work. But how many of you buy those AMAZING stamps out there, and would love to learn how to do all those techniques out there on your layouts. This book is going to show you lot's of tips & tricks for the realistic scrapbooker/stamper. This book is for everyone who wants to learn how to add a little spice to their scrapbooking through mixed-media techniques and unique stamping ideas. I've pre-ordered mine on amazon.com (It saves you 34% off book price. CANNOT wait till it arrives!)

EASY, DETAILED, EXPERT Layout Workshop

From beginner to advanced and everything in between! This is a class based on the popular column featured in every issue of Scrapbooks & Cards Today magazine. Students will start with the basics of building a layout and from there they will learn tips and tricks on how to take a page from good to great in class Vicki Boutin style! A few fun techniques will also be explored while completing three 12 x 12 layouts! Giveaways and good times will abound!

 

Teacher: Vicki Boutin
Duration: 3 hrs.
Friday: 5:00 – 8:00 pm
Sponsors: Bo Bunny, Core’dinations, Studio Calico
Welcome & Supply List

Technique Savvy Workshop

It’s time to dig in and get your hands dirty! Together with Vicki, students will explore a plethora of fabulous techniques including tricks with fabric, a little resist, art medium ideas, tissue manipulation and more! Students will layer stamps, inks, mists, glitter and more. These wonderful techniques are going to be “dressed” up and displayed in a most interesting manner! If you are open to learning new things and having fun then this class is for you!

 

Teacher: Vicki Boutin
Duration: 3 hrs. ($10 kit fee due at time of class)
Saturday: 6:00 – 9:00 pm
Sponsors: Maya Road, Harmonie, Ranger
Welcome & Supply List

Last but not least, I am excited to welcome Catherine Tachdigan- founder of Scrapbook & Cards Today Magazine. I am so excited for her to come to our fabulous city. She created the concept of this free magazine as a way to help stores thrive, to help the consumer learn, find inspiration and be able to seek inspiration without having to spend a huge cost. And especially in this modern day of recycling and saving pennies, it is AWESOME that wherever you are in this world; YOU can read the magazine (and all past issues) ONLINE for FREE. If you decide you would like a hard copy of it, you can get that from your local store (but be quick because they are free, they do disappear fast) or you can get a subscription where you ONLY pay for the shipping costs. You won't regret this choice, that's for sure!    

If you would like to submit for their next call, here is the submission requests:

Call for submissions

"wonderful winter call"

Scrapbook & Cards Today is pleased to announce its “Wonderful Winter” call.Scrapbook & Cards Today is a beautiful, seasonally inspired free publication that can be found in both Canadian and US independent scrapbook stores. It can also be downloaded internationally, in its entirety and for free, by visiting www.scrapbookandcards.com.

Scrapbook & Cards Today would love to see your artwork—including layouts,cards, and altered projects with the following themes:

• holiday celebrations
• winter fun-both outdoors and in
• the "perfect" winter day
• Valentine's Day!

Scrapbook & Cards Today is also looking for:

• winter cards
• gift tags
• holiday gifts
• well-balanced, double page layouts
• multi-photo layouts

Becky Fleck’s sketches are always inspiring and this one is no exception. Download the sketch at http://www.scrapbookandcards.com/documents/SCT_dec_2011_sketch1_5x7_card.jpguse it to create a greeting card and then submit it to us for possible publication! Please put “winter sketch” in your email reference line.

organization

Are you perfectly organized or have you found a way that helps curb your messy ways? Share your tips and tricks with us so you can help others in the same situation. Photos as well as written submissions are welcome.

something special

We are always on the lookout for a “special” project to feature in our “something special” column. If you have created something outstanding, be sure to submit it for us to see.

Be a part of the fastest growing scrapbook publication! Submissions can be made at www.scrapbookandcards.com/submission1.html or at[email protected]. Compensation includes a fabulous goodie box from our sponsors plus two copies of Scrapbook & Cards Today! Please include your name, address, phone number, email address and supply list. Please ensure that all files sent are under 500KB. Summer CHA artwork and projects will be considered. This call ends October 3, 2011. We look forward to seeing your work!

This call ends October 3rd, 2011.

We look forward to seeing your work!  

Now one last thing to talk about:

Our Crop & Create facebook page is INTERACTIVE! What does that mean? It is for absolutely ANYONE to become a part of. ANYONE can win, it is not just limited to those who are attending. Every Monday of Sept. we are posting challenges. One card- by Kimber McGray and one layout (sketch created by Becky Fleck but a layout created by me). We would LOVE to see your work. We have lot's of prizes to giveaway!!!! All you have to do, is do a project or multiple projects. The more you enter, the more you win. then take a picture, and upload it to our facebook page for everyone to see. It's as easy peasy as that.

This weeks sketch is:

here is my take of it.     I used ALL of Jillibean soup & the matching Core'dinations cardstock. (Thanks Miss Barb Riley for the pp!)

Here is the card sketch!

and Kimber's card:

LOVE the sentiment. how funny!

This crop is just where it's at. 2 nights of a luxurious late night snack- fri (chocoholic feast) and sat a dessert buffet.

Friday night, 5 manufacturers have sent us up make n takes to do for FREE! THANKS!!!!!

Also we have a special guest flying in fro the states to spend the weekend with us demo'ing a HUGE NEW PRODUCT!!!!! prepare to be excited!

 We are also pretty pumped to have 2 loca scrapbook stores onsite. Scrapbook Studio ( a brand new store) located on Primrose Drive, and Just Scrap It in Sutherland. They will be there to add to your cropping experience. Plus we might have one more guest from Stampin up! SUHWEET!

Well today sure was a long post. so sorry, I just had so much goodness to share. Can't wait to see at the end of the month. 

September is HERE!!!!!

woohoo! I am so pumped.

This month is the big kick off to our first ever Crop & Create!

 It is taking place in Saskatoon.

I am going to talk about Crop  & Create on today's post,and even if you aren't attending please stay tuned. On the Crop & Create Facebook page we are hosting a couple challenges EVERY single week of September. These contests are open to EVERYONE.  Not just those attending, everyone you know.  So let's get started on how it works.

 

Every Monday, we will announce a card sketch & a layout sketch on our CROP & CREATE facebook page and we will also announce the winners . We also may toss in other challenges in there. So you will have to stay tuned. We were given SOOOOO many prizes to give away and we want to spread the love from our super awesome Manufacturers that we think just rock! 

The Card challenges are being hosted by Kimber Mc Gray. Kimber will be joining us in Saskatoon for the first Crop & Create. She is the author of 3 Bestsellers and soon to be one more... The first card challenge she posted today is:

 

Here is the first layout challenge. These layouts are brought to you by Scrapbook & Cards Today Magazine; created by Becky Fleck-author of Page Maps 1 & 2. 

This is MY take on this sketch. I ADORE this sketch so it is definitely going in my fave collection. Can be interpreted soooo many ways!

Also for this first week you have another way to win. Simply send your friends to our facebook page and "like" us and make sure they say "----" sent me. You will also win a huge prize. This month we have sooooo many prizes, lot's to go around. So enter as many times as you would like. We are so blessed that our manufacturers think this event is such a great idea that they have rewally spoiled us, and anyone who might be interested in attending one day.

 

Keep in mind, if you are from Saskatoon or area, we do have space available to still attend. The hotel has been super accomodating to us too. We sold out of a few classes so fast that we asked for more room, did a little shuffling and by acquiring a larger room we were able to open up our attendance to hold more people. So it's not too late to join us.  

Crop & Create is the first of a classy, creative event that will offer you many ways to have fun, and take classes. We pride ourselves that we have brought some of the best educators in our industry in. These ladies have travelled all over the world educating, and/ or have become authors. They will be on site to sign your books if you would like and they are looking forward to having fun with all of you! Our swag bag is something that is exclusive to us, not a loot bag that is a mismatch of older product thrown together in a bag given to you. This SWAG BAG has been prepared by Becky Fleck who has customized each and every bag so that you walk away with a fantastic surprise. It is the first of its kind in this industry to receive as a swag bag. The manufacturers LOVED our concept and jumped on the chance to sponsor it. We can't wait to see what you think of it.

We are having a meet & greet, late night dessert bar, make n takes sponsored by major manufacturers and they are FREE to you!!!! Woohoo. We have a few contests that will take place. Some will be released next week so you can start preparing. We will send out all class supplies/tools needed for your classes next week. 

We have started putting out sneak peaks of classes on the Scrapbook & Cards Website. Please join us!!!

Saskatoon event facts & details (time schedule for classes, registration, info)

sneak peeks

 

Check back all this week for more updates on the crop! Make sure you hit our facebook page, it will definitely be worth your time.

I am so proud of this event. The concept is brilliant of bringing amazing to local cities. Scrapbook & Cards Today has set an industry standard to constantly be there helping out the local stores and promoting manufacturers to bring EVERYONE knowledge & information that is free to you. You can find them ONLINE and see their magazine for FREE. Or if you are interested in a hard copy edition, you can get them free with purchase in participating scrapbook stores and last but not least. You can get them as a FREE subscription-you just pay the shipping cost. How awesome is that????? I like that they want to bring you the best quality in sketches to help you create, articles and substance that relates to what the manufacturers are releasing. Check them out today,you will NOT be disappointed. Then make sure you check out their blog & facebook page. They give out BRAND NEW product (not old stuff from years before) EVERY SINGLE FRIDAY!!!!! HAve you won yet????

 

Take Care,

I'm off to create fun and memories with my family today, how about you?

The week is here to discuss Crop & Create!

I am going to leave this up for one more day, check back Wednesday for more info.             

                

What an adventure this is going to be. I think the biggest series of cropping events to travel all across Canada. I am so beyond excited to have the first one in Saskatoon. And to have a team of 6 people that are going to travel to every event to make them the utmost success is really important and I am blessed to be a part of this team.Don't forget to go to facebook and click "like" on Crop & Create, and also Crop & Create Saskatoon event. We are going to really be making this interactive this year with prizes from our amazing manufacturers, challenges, fun discussions. It will ROCK!  So without further ado, let's get started.

Let's introduce our instructors. Now I am including lot's of links. Links to their bios (click the name) and links to their blogs.

Back to Saskatoon with popular demand is Canada's gem...

Vicki Boutin.

This girl has been rocking out the classes that everyone can anyone can learn from and walk away feeling confident to try a technique they learned.  She is kind, passionate and easy going in her classes.I am so proud of her as she is coming out with her first book pretty soon. I know it is going to rock!!!!!! 

I love the fact that when you take a Vicki class you are challenged, you complete lot's of projects and you are excited to go home and find pics to fill them. I absolutely LOVE every class I've taken from her.

Definitely go and check out her style, you are sure to like it. 

 

her blog

 

here is a few of her latest layouts she has done, so you can get a feel of her style. (thanks Vick, I borrowed them off your blog, so if you want to see more goodness, DEFINITELY go check out her blog. Hello EYE CANDY!)

The following ladies have NEVER been to Saskatoon. So that is just HUGE, The following Americans really rock the Scrapbook World. They have all been published an unbelievable amount of times, travelled the world and have published books, and in some cases multiple books.

Becky Fleck

 I first met Becky years ago in Edmonton. Her class was very detailed oriented, her measurements given top notch and the 2 projects were awesome. It was definitely out of my box since I am more the chick that uses my finger nails to mark where I want to cut. So for me, I learned a lot in this class, was pushed out of my comfort zone and HAVE NEVER LOOKED BACK. I still don't measure very well, BUT I also think I can't possibly live without Becky's 2 Page Maps Sketch books. They are like my staple I never leave home without. Since that first meeting I have had the fantastic luck to be able to be her TA for classes and then teach at same events as her. Big milestone for me. And now, every time I get to see her, I smile, because I know she is pure, true and really one of the neatest women I have ever met.

her website

her blog

Some of her latest designs I LOVE are these (borrowed from the Scrapbook & Cards Today website, THANKS!)

I LOVE this concept of simplicity, repetition and calm colours. I totally thought the little yellow butterfly ROCKED cause it stands out perfectly.

 

What a great piece that we could use in our own scrapbooking. Think of adding this twist, replace the butterflies with other punch shapes. Sweet. the possibilities are endless.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Check out this FABULOUS layout she did. See anything you recognize?

 

 

The bottom left hand panel has those delightful repetitive butterflies on it. So two different ways to use the same concept. 

LOVE it!!!!

 

When she teaches at Crop & Create, you are going to be taking the best Sketch class you could possibly ever take.  I cannot wait!!!!

 

 

 

Kimber McGray

  I have not yet had the chance to meet this talented lady on a personal level, so I am looking forward to this upcoming year.  She is beyond talented and creative. Right now she is working on her fourth book. WOW! That is a lot of inspiration. 

Her books are:

Scrapbook Secrets

Remember This

175 Fresh Card Ideas

her blog

I have been told she is THE GURU for Card making. How exciting. I find I struggle the most when creating cards, so after spending some quality time on her website, I left with a confidence to try more. Here are a few of my favourite cards of hers.(borrowed from her site and Scrapbook & Cards Today, thanks!)

Last but NOT LEAST...

Kelly Goree

I have to say honestly I ADORE Kelly Goree. I met her about 7 years ago, and fell in love with her style, her personality, her southern hospitality and accent. I will be totally upfront too, I didn't realize she was following my blog after we met and she sent me an email and I almost peed my pants. I was so floored, I think I kept it for about 4 years as one of the coolest things I had happen in this industry. Then I had a cool honour again when she scrapbooked a photo of us for a publication in Scrapbook Trends mini album issue. That was pretty darn cool. THANKS KELLY! 

 Anyways.

Her style is timeless and stunning, her boys are just so cute and her photography skills are awesome! Definitely a girl to bookmark in your blog roll. You will not be disappointed.

her blog

Some work of hers I LOVED.(I borrowed off of her blog, Thanks Kelly!)

(this was one inspired by a sketch course she is taking, see everyone enjoys a good sketch!)

Well as you can see I am simply tickled pink to have a lineup of this caliber coming to Saskatoon. It is AWESOME. 

Mark your calendars Saskatoon. This event takes place Sept.30/Oct.1st and registration will begin on June 3rd.

more info Wednesday.