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Tuesday, June 30, 2009

The World Changes Forever


QuicKutz is releasing a new product line at the CHA Summer Show in Orlando, Florida. Here is a teaser image. The public release date is July 28. Any guesses?

Leave a comment on what your guess is and the one who guesses the closest before July 21 will win a 4X8 alphabet.

Monday, June 29, 2009

QuicKutz' Epic Six

Check this out! Here is look at QuicKutz' Epic Six in action and their office with some great design ideas!

QuicKutz will be shipping our demo tool soon so we should have it in time for our Epic Giveaway on July 18! We have found out that the tool is EXTREMELY popular and they are already back ordered therefor those of you who have pre-ordered will get your Epic FIRST! Everyone else may have to wait for the second shipment. We should have a few left to fill any pre-orders so please order now. You may do so over the telephone by credit card 540.548.3788

Thursday, June 25, 2009

BasicGrey's Lemonade & June Bug are HERE!











It is ALL here...new papers, stamps, bling, woolies, doilies, cardstock, opaline, chipboard, rub-ons, card kits, and more!

Tuesday, June 23, 2009

Layouts from Carley on Wednesdays!


You requested it, and we listened! Although Hump Day is on hold until September, Carley will be creating layouts every Wednesday for you! They will range in price from $6.00 to $12.00 depending on the product and whether they are a one page or a two page layout. The first one is tomorrow, all you need is $6.00 and you! We will provide everything else as well as an adorable 12x12 Patriotic Layout! There is a limited amount available each Wednesday.

Donna Downey is coming BACK!


We are thrilled to announce that Donna Downey is coming back to Scrapdoodles on Friday, October 23rd and Saturday, October 24th to teach her exclusive workshops!

Donna's weekend with us includes her amazing classes, book signing, an opportunity to buy exclusive product and an inspiring weekend with one of the industries most talented artists!

We've already received several emails and phone calls regarding her classes, so we expect her classes to sell out quickly! To register, payment must be made in full.*

Registration is OPEN!

540.548.3788



FABRIC SCRAPBOOKING gotta love the everyday. NEW!

20 page 8x8 canvas fabric album - class time 5-6 hours (will include a cookie break)

Fabric Scrapbooking is an exploration in melding the best of the paper world with the best of the fabric world to create one of the most outstandingly visual and completely tactile memory album experiences. Filled with dozens of techniques and applications for using my new Fabric scrapbooking line just released with Prima, in this workshop, you will create this album using the entire line of products at your fingertips. And best of all, NO SEWING NECESSARY! but be sure and bring an apron because we are going to have some messy and creative FUN!

Visit
http://www.donnadowney.com/pdfs/student_download-fabric_scrapbooking.pdf for student supplies needed.
Friday 5pm-11:00pm

Class Fee $95


paint.watercolor.doodle

8 page, 6x6 acrylic and chipboard album

Mix and match sizes, shapes, textures, colors, and mediums to create a bold and beautiful hand-painted and collaged mixed media scrapbook. As you experiment with color, each page will be immediately transformed into mini-masterpieces individually colored and designed by you. You will explore new techniques for using watercolor crayons, layering and collage for acrylic album pages, as well as, paint and doodling tips for taking your creative scrapbooking to the next level.

Visit
http://www.donnadowney.com/pdfs/paint.watercolor.doodlestudentsupply.pdf
for student supplies needed.
Saturday, 9am-Noon
Class Fee: $75


Bloom

8 page, 6x12 mixed-media, fabric and paper hybrid album

Nothing makes me happier than a scrapbook bursting at the seams with creative bits of paper, fabrics, ribbons and photos...that is unless it incorporates cardboard, stamping, acrylic and transparencies too! This album is an over the top mixed-media experience blending traditional scrapbooking products in uncoventional ways that results in a collected scrapbook of memories that is artistic, personal and rich with vibrant color.

Visit
http://www.donnadowney.com/pdfs/bloomstudentdownload.pdf
for student supplies.
Saturday, 1pm-4pm
Class Fee $75




3 - individual 10" framed canvas Swatch art pieces
You asked for it and here it is!!New in a series of craft media workshops where you'll learn the step-by-step process of how to create my signature Swatch art pieces.In this 4-hour workshop we will create three individual 10" framed canvas Swatch art pieces utilizing more than a dozen art mediums, techniques and tools. As we create each canvas we will build upon layers of technique and applications, introducing new ideas that will open up multiple creative possibilities for layering and texturizing your art.

Visit
for student supplies needed.
Saturday, 6pm-10pm
Class Fee $75


Monday, June 22, 2009

QuicKutz Scottie & Teddy Bear are here!


They are here!!!! $12.99 each!

Epic Giveaway!







Win an Epic Six and a basket of over $500 worth of Scrapbooking Supplies & QuicKutz Dies & Alphabets!

From now until July 18 for every $10.00 you spend* at Scrapdoodles you will receive one raffle entry. QuicKutz’ Product counts as DOUBLE! Pre-Order the EPIC SIX and receive 20 tickets! You may also receive a raffle entry for signing up for our newsletter or updating your customer information in our computer system. So start stocking up on the new CHA product!

On Saturday, July 18, return to our store at 7pm for the raffle drawing! You must be present to win!

The Fine Print*Each raffle earned is based on pre-tax amount after discounts applied. Previous purchases not included. You must receive your entry ticket(s) before leaving the store, no exceptions. To earn free raffle ticket you must update your customer information or sign-up for email address at the register.
*Gift Certificates ~ Tickets will be given when certificates are redeemed not when purchased. This way anyone who received a certificate during the holidays will have the opportunity of entering the raffle.
*Must be present to win.



Preorder the Epic Six NOW at Scrapdoodles for the promotional rate of $69.99. After August 1, 2009 the price goes back to $89.99. You will also be able to download a rebate form from QuicKutz for a limited edition 6 inch die! Delivery in July.

and to get you started...
pre-order the Epic Six and choose a Spring Gift Set and get both for $139.99. That's a savings of $40 plus you are still entitled to the limited edition 6 inch die worth $20! Offer good for a limited time only and while supplies last!

Jenni Bowlin!



We had a wonderful time with Jenni on Saturday! The kit's were adorable and packaged in vintage food bags! We learned how to make paper flowers & pom poms out of crepe paper and play with vintage glitter glass and so many other things. Jenni is an incredibly sweet and warm person, we loved having her here!

QuicKutz Summer of Fun 4!


Welcome to week 4, the final week of the QuicKutz Summer of Fun series! This week brings you Zelda!

Zelda is a Collector's Series product and is in special packaging, emphasizing its exclusivity and rareness. These dies will only be available in limited quantities with no opportunity for reorders. Once these limited edition products are gone, they'll be back in the vault for good.

The first product QuicKutz is bringing back is the quirky and fun Zelda alphabet! This long-time favorite was originally released back in 2003 in Classic size on 2x2 dies. As a Collector's Edition, Zelda is bigger and better than ever, released in Grand size and on seven 4x8 dies (sold together) with a retail value of $99.99. In stock now!








Wednesday, June 17, 2009

October Afternoon Road Map & More!




October Afternoon's Road Map is here as well as a few backordered items from Cherry Hill and Ducks in a Row!

K&Company's Actopus to Zelephant has also arrived and will be making its way to the floor tomorrow.

These adorable camera bag are here, you have to check out the hot pink interior!
A few more things recently in stock...
EK Success ~ New Jolees, Re-order of Disney, Sesame Street, tools
MSC ~ Punches
Inkadinkadoo ~ Asian Summer Collection
Jenni Bowlin ~ reorder of new & old favorites
Scrapbooks Etc July 2009
American Crafts ~ 8 1/2 x 11 Albums & page refills
Making Memories ~ Slice Project Card Box & Travel Design Card
Memory Makers June 2009
Creative Imaginations Fiskars ~ reorder of favorite border punches & Jenni Bowlin's favorite "May Flowers" punch




Tuesday, June 16, 2009

Closing at 6:30pm Tuesday, June 16

Just a reminder that we are closing at 6pm tonight for a staff meeting. We will be back to regular hours tomorrow.

Guest Teacher Lauren Ferguson!


Lauren is a self-taught Mixed Media Artist. She presently lives outside of Atlanta, Georgia. Originally from New Jersey, you can occasionally hear her saying \"Y\'all I need a cup of cau-fee\".

She entered the craft world after the birth of her first child. Memory Art, in particular scrapbooking, is where she developed her love for paper. Lauren was introduced to Altered Art and Collage Art very soon thereafter. Still longing to find her niche, she was drawn to the art of bookmaking. It was a natural fit.

Her books are full of earthy tones of color and texture. She creates art with her books. All the individual parts that are transformed into a book -- from the covers, to the stitching to the paper chosen to be signatures -- come together to sing a song. Each piece is chosen for the note and the harmony it brings to the music that is made. Lauren has realized her goal of achieving creative freedom and encourages others to find their own. After only a few short months, she realized that her artistic process opened her to a new level of expression.

After the birth of twin boys, Lauren decided to walk away from an academic career as an epidemiologist and balance her new found love of life as a Mother and an Artist. As an imaginative craft designer, her work appears in national magazines.
"There are no mistakes in ART, just opportunities to embellish."

For Complete Class Descriptions go to www.scrapdoodles.com and go to class descriptions. They are at the top.

All of Lauren's classes are OPEN for registration - call 540.548.3788


Crazy for Clear $40
Thur., July 16th @ 7pm (2hrs)

I must be crazy!!! You will be able to fit 10 - count them with me1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10 - photos on this clear mini album.

Clear is one of the hottest items in scrapbooking. We see it everywhere. It is cut into fun shapes and sued to make quirky embellishments. You can ink it, stamp it, rub on it, and add embellishments that hang off the edge. Of these, stamping is my favorite. You will need to bring at lease 10 wallet size photos that can be cropped to fit. When you are finished you will be Crazy for Clear!

Class supplies: Basic Class kit, craft knife, scissors, white & black Staz-On pad, liquid & dry adhesive, 10 wallet size photos


Tour De Mist Travelogue $50
Fri., July 17 @ 10am (2hrs)

Tattered Angels has outdone themselves with this great gate album! You’ll learn to tap your deeper emotions and create a vivid travelogue for yourself or as a gift. You will be misting, masking, embossing, and stamping to create this unique one of a kind journal. This journal has limitless possibilities. There are tags that flip out to the side. You will create pocket pages and learn how to add lines by stamping and inking. We will also be using two mystery techniques. You will have a place for all of your photos and journaling. We will be using Glimmer Screens, Glimmer Chips, Glimmer Stamps and the new Communique line from Graphic 45.

Find your creative muse just in time for summer trips. This can be a journal for yourself or someone special. Best of all, this book fits TONS of your vacation photos AND journaling OR you may want to just make it about your personal " journey"...lots of possibilities in this one and you can even color coordinate your journaling tags to the corresponding pages...I LOVE this combo book! Whether your explorations take you around the block or around the world, this class will help you tune into your inner journey.

Class supplies: Basic class kit.


The Other ATC - Acrylic Trading Cards $33
Fri., July 17 @ 2pm (1hr)

These mini pages make the perfect Acrylic Trading Card in this FAST PACED mini-class, you will learn how to stamp on, add collage images, staple through, sew into and transfer images onto acrylic. By combining one or more of these quick and easy techniques you can add layers and texture to your projects.

I will also share the ins and outs of how to work with other types of mixed media junkets on acrylic.

At the end of the hour you will have three beautiful little works of art that are worthy of being traded.

Class supplies: Basic Class Kit, craft knife, white and black Staz-On pad, liquid & dry adhesive.


Glimmer Mist-De-Mistified $65
Fri., July 17 @ 6pm (3hrs)

Everyone loves it! Now what to do with it??? Are you ready to spray your heart out?

In this TECHNIQUE BASED class you will learn to use glimmer screens on both boy and girl pages. In this class you will be making 6 pages - 3 double page spreads. You will learn how to color match Glimmer Mist to your favorite pattern pages. You will learn how to make your own background pages. We will use resist techniques in new and interesting ways. You will find a renewed love of your watercolor pencils, crayons, acrylic paints and stamps.

At the end of this TECHNIQUE BASED class you will leave looking to spray Glimmer Mists on anything that you can find. Each participant will be able to customize page titles for your photos.

Class supplies: Basic Class Kit.

QuicKutz Ideas with the New Release!






















QuicKutz June Release!


"There's No Place Like Home"

Everyone knows that the home is where the heart is. It's also the place where you and your family experience everyday life with all the adventures and catastrophes it entails. These new shapes are perfect for capturing your favorite moments at home from potty training and laundry, to family hobbies and home improvement projects. Try using them to embellish scrapbook layouts, welcome to the neighborhood cards, family chore charts and more. Don't forget, there's no place like home!








New 4x8 Number Sets
For the first time you can get a complete grand number set on a 4x8 die! These numbers are the perfect size to highlight a year, age, date or home address in any layout or craft project. Try cutting out your home address numbers with adhesive vinyl and stick them on your outside mailbox!

Monday, June 15, 2009

Summer of Fun Week 3



Welcome to week 3 of the QuicKutz Summer of Fun series! This week brings you two 4x4 exclusive dies...a dog and teddy bear - $12.99 each.

Unfortunately, we don't have them in-stock yet. The dies come from Utah and take forever getting to the east coast. QuicKutz didn't send them in time - BOO!

BUT...know that they are coming! If you'd like to reserve one, please call the store at 540.548.3788.

And, remember, supplies are limited :)

Friday, June 12, 2009

Sneak Peak at upcoming Calendar!

I enjoyed Inspired so much that I am bringing a little bit to you! First, next weekend Jenni Bowlin will be here with her vintage edge and warm and genuine personality!

In July, we have a PrimaDonna and Tattered Angels Design Team Member teaching. We will be posting Lauren's classes within the next couple of days. She is fabulous! Check her out on the Prima Blog http://primadonnas.typepad.com/primadonnas/ Be sure to reserve July 16 & 17th on your calendar. She will be demistifying Glimmer Mists and making you crazy for clear!

In October, by popular demand, Donna Downey is returning! She will be here the weekend of Oct. 23-25. Her classes will be posted in the next couple of weeks! All four: Swatches, Fabric Scrapbooking, paint.watercolor.doodle & Bloom. http://donnadowney.typepad.com/

Stay tuned for details...

Breaking News from QuicKutz!

Breaking News! Based on the overwhelming popularity of the Epic Six, QuicKutz has officially DISCONTINUED the 12" Platform for the Revolution. We have a couple in the store...but once they are gone we will NOT be able to order any more. If you need one, NOW is the time to get it.

Thursday, June 11, 2009

Jenni Bowlin coming on the 20th!


We are thrilled that Jenni is coming to Scrapdoodles! We have only a couple spots left so if you are interested call now to register 540.548.3788!

Jenni Bowlin resides in Nashville, TN with her husband and two young sons. She is the owner and the creative force behind Jenni Bowlin Studio - a web-based company offering monthly papercrafting kits and inspiration and most recently an exclusive product line that can be found in Paper Arts stores across the country and on the web. Everything she creates has a vintage edge and a general "re-invention" theme. She is a published designer, having landed on the pages of Creating Keepsakes, Autumn Leaves Publications, Family Circle and Mary Engelbreit Home Companion. Jenni is also an accomplished teacher, offering classes at stores and conventions across the country. To see more of Jenni's work and products go to Jenni Bowlin and be sure to check out her BLOG




Simply the Best! $40
4" Scalloped Mini Album: class time 3 hours
Saturday, June 20th 9:30am-12:30pm

"Simply The Best. . ." - How would you finish that statement? Would your thoughts wander to your favorite desert? Your favorite music? Maybe your best vacation ever? Gather your photos and ideas and join me as we create a 4" Scalloped Mini Album using all of the latest and greatest Jenni Bowlin Studio products! You will learn new techniques (such as working with crepe paper and German Glass Glitter and altering pre-fab products). Best yet, you will have enough materials left over to make a layout or two later! Everything is provided. Just bring your basic tool box (trimmer, scissors, craft knife and mat, decorative scissors ((mini pinking shears in particular)) and various glues including a dry tape runner, glue dots and liquid glue or Glossy Accents.

Need some help on developing your theme? - keep it very generic, such as "simply the best. . . coffee (Starbucks)", "simply the best. . . music (Coldplay)", "simply the best. . . smile (my baby boy)", etc. Or go for a specific event or place. For example, my book is themed around our love of Disney World and each page represents "simply the best. . .ride, villain, princess, place to eat, show, park, etc.". The album is 4" x 4" so don't print out photos any larger then that (and you will want some much smaller). Here's the good news though. . . you don't have to have your photos to take the class (or even have decided on a theme)! The project is done in a way that makes it easy to add photos and journaling later.



Pom-Pom 101
Chipboard Based dangles - class time 2 hours Pom-Pom 101 -
Saturday, June 20 1:30pm-3:30pm $36
Like many teenage girls, I spent much of my high school career performing at half-time shows and competitions with the dance squad. One of the requirements before each competition was to make a fresh set of pom-poms (red and white)! I still remember my mom and I sitting down to do this with fresh crepe paper. Although I didn't have the whole "pom-pom" idea in mind when I first created the crepe paper ribbon for JBS, I think it was only a matter of time before my mind wandered back to high school and the light bulb went off in my head - why not make tiny little pom-poms with the yards of crepe paper ribbon laying on my desk? And so this class was born. You too will learn the intricate art of pom-pom making (just kidding- it's super simple and lots of fun) as we create 3 chipboard based dangles just waiting to adorn doorknobs, chandeliers, or drawer pulls around your home. You will complete 3 dangles in class but will have enough materials left over to create more!

Please bring your basic tools to class, including a craft knife and mat, liquid and dry adhesives (including Glossy Accents and Zip Dry Glue if you have it), 2 pairs of jewelry pliers to open jump rings and wire cutters (I will have some on hand to share). Also bring 26gauge silver jewelry wire if possible (again, I will have some to share). Bring a few photos if desired, sized around 2" (with a little cropping room).

Monday, June 8, 2009

Summer of Fun Week 2!






The Summer of Fun continues Monday (June 8th) with another super fabulous ALPHABET. An entire alphabet called Chicken Noodle...ALL on ONE 4x4 die...only $12.99!! (A sample of the alphabet is shown, along with a layout referencing the size - the word big is the new Chicken Noodle font and bubbles is String Bean.) Remember, these are Limited Edition, and at this price, we expect them to go fast :)
**The font is 1/2 an inch big**