Card Workshop (cookout) images....

Aren't these purdy?? I am so sorry it took me a long time to get these posted. They have been done and people have been viewing them in the studio since I've been home -- with great interest and appreciation (which makes me blush)

So, here is what the ladies coming to tomorrow's Card Cookout will be creating -- AND this is what I would like to bring and teach in Barrie if you ladies are up for it :) Check out all the inking techniques!! This is a fun workshop!! Blending tools, Distress Inks, Crafter's Workshop Stencils, Stamping, Embossing "Puffs" -- it's all good!!

I have one, maybe two spots left for tomorrow if you are interested... and if you are from the Barrie area and are interested in taking this class there...let me know. If we can get a minimum of 10 people together I will get some space and have a class just for you guys since I am unable to host a crop for you this fall. You forgive me?? *big smiles*

Looking forward to playing some more here in the studio! I'm open late tonight (until 8pm) I hope to get everything prepped so I can create something fun!

Back to work I go :) See you soon

One Terrific Tuesday!!

Yes, that is what I am having!! One TERRIFIC TUESDAY.
I am here in my studio putting away my Ranger Order! Yippee!!! I can't wait to play!

In Stock --
The Brand New ROCK CANDY STICKLES and the ROCK CANDY CRACKLE PAINT!
Tim's new Mask Sheets!
And oodles and oodles of Tim Holtz Ideaology!

Eeek! Can you hear me scream for joy?? Can you see me jumping up and down with excitement (and like a mad woman)?? Cause I am!! I am so excited I wanted to SHARE!!!

So.... here's the announcement:

Today until September 30 I will be giving a 15% off discount on everything Tim Holtz. Yep, that's right... if it has his name on it, it's on SALE!

I thought this would be the perfect way to celebrate the studio bringing in the entire Ideology line ...AND ... what a great excuse for those of you who have not dropped by the studio yet to come and take a peek. Love to see you all.

I have tickets for the upcoming Waterloo Region Day crop here too!!

See....... I told you its a Terrific Tuesday!!
See you in the Studio!

NEW RETREATS!!

Yes, they are here and open for Registrations!!!
Our Annual Retreats at the Nottawasaga Resort and the Festival Inn!!!

I have some fun things planned for these beloved retreats!!! Are you ready to hear the themes??

The theme for the Nottawasaga is:

Yep -- Therapy!! I think we all need a little scrap therapy every once and a while. Here's the perfect place to get some! The date for this retreat is February 26-28, 2010 (the last weekend in February) Oh, just think of the theme possibilities here! Any ideas of what's up my sleeve for this retreat? *wink*

And the theme for our annual retreat at the Festival Inn in Stratford:

Yep -- we'll be cookin' up some great scrapping at the Inn again this year! Please note. Easter and Scrapfest are late this year so I changed the date of this retreat. It will be held MARCH 26-28, 2010. After March Break and before Easter -- Good Times! Hope you can jon us!!

Online Registration is OPEN. and the Early Bird Rate is in effect.

Oh happy days!!!

A new window display....

Seen something new driving by the studio??? Miss Sheri created me a little something to hang in my window -- some fun & whimsical circle "thingys" hehe.... I've had many people drop by, slow down while driving by and simply enjoy the new display. Thanks Sheri! I LOVE it!! ....and can't believe I actually got on a ladder to hang it! *big grin*

Looks like I am heading to the states again.... why this time??? THE RANGER ORDER IS IN!!! Hurray! So, what does this mean (other than the fact I have lost my voice from screaming in excitement so much...) When I open the studio on Tuesday I will be putting up the new stuff.

DROP BY THE BLOG ON TUESDAY FOR A BIG ANNOUNCEMENT! Yep, I have something planned!

Speaking of a Tuesday opening... did you notice?? The studio has NEW HOURS!!
I will be in the studio Tuesday thru Thursday 11:30 - 5:30, Friday 11:30 - 8PM and Saturday 11 - 4pm. Yes, you read that right -- I am open late on Fridays!!!!! Hope to see you soon!

Have a fantastic weekend everyone!!

Dollar Store Club and Memory Frame Fun

It was Dollar Store Club night once again!

The girls and I had a fabulous time last night.

At 7pm we had our Shadow Box "show and tell" (shadow boxes were the assigned item for the month) and we all oogled the glittery works of Barb and Donna (way to go girls! I LOVE how you are trying new things all the time! Fabulous!) and Sheri's Button Showcase :) ... I did a 3 dimensional photo from my recent cruise which I enjoyed very much (the cruise and the creation). I did take photos but the glare on the shadow boxes ruined them -- so I can't post them here. I hung mine in the studio... you are always welcome to drop by and take a look! *wink*

Last Night's mini class was "how to create" Jewelry pendents using Inkssentials Memory Frames, Memory Capsules and Memory Glass from Ranger-- yes, that is the Graphic 45 paper you are seeing there again ... it does seem to come out again and again, doesn't it? *big smile*

The girls enjoyed this very much!

I pulled out a couple of pendents I had done for myself with this product, including Tim Holtz's CHA make n take and they got excited about it! They asked me if I would do a workshop where they can create those too. ABSOLUTELY!!! Watch for news about that in the next month or so (perfect for Christmas!)

I will be carrying the 1.5"x1.5", 2"x2" and 1"x3" memory frames, memory glass (frosted and clear) and memory capsules too.... I have most of this now but it will be re-stocked in the next week or so (the order is on it's way!!!) Also coming .... Tim's name brand chains to go with them as well as his Full Line of Ideology products! I can't WAIT until it gets here. I'm sure you will hear me squeal with delight when it does! Yippee!!!

The next Dollar Store Club Meeting will be October 7 (The First Wednesday of the Month). If you are interested in joining us... just let me know. Love to have you! This month's assignment? -- To create something for Halloween with Dollar Store items. Can be for a costume, a decoration, whatever... as long as it's for Halloween. Can't wait to see your creations!!!

Thanks again for a great night ladies!!

Peterborough Retreat Classes!!! Yippee!!

Today is the day! I promised my retreat guests (and avid blog readers) that I would post the classes for our upcoming Peterborough Retreat today by 4pm. Phew! I'm pretty close!! But.... as you will see, they are worth the wait! hehe

We will be having 4 classes available to take at this retreat. All retreat guests have the opportunity the take one class complimentary as part of their registration fee (up to a $20 value) Guests are more than welcome to take additional class - the additional fees for each class are posted here so you know in advance. All extra class fees are due upon arrival at the retreat (but I will talk more about that when I email my guests directly after I make this post)

All Classes are on a first come, first serve basis. You will need to bring a basic class kit with you (trimmer, wet and dry adhesive, scissors, ruler, pencil) and any other "class specific" materials mentioned in the class descriptions. There will be a store onsite (run by me) that will have all the materials required just in case you forget something or don't have it on hand. Any questions, please feel free to email me at any time!

So.... without further ado:

10:45 am - noon
Vintage Address Book and Note Pad

What a fabulous gift!!
Karen will be showing you how to create and cover your own mini book while creating something fun and functional. This is a Phone/Address Book and matching note pad created with Graphic 45 Papers, a little ink and some "crackled" embellishments.

As an extra class: $16
Please bring your basic class kit, Vintage Photo Distress Ink by Ranger (or comparable colour ink)

1:15 - 2:15pm
Our Layout Class Using papers from "My Little Shoebox"

Karen (yes, me) will be showing you how to create this fun little 3 dimensional layout using papers from one of My Little Shoebox's latest lines. This Layout can be adapted in many ways to hold new home pictures, your kids photos, even one for love birds! Each student will receive a full Alphabet Sticker Sheet for them to title the layout any way they choose. Get out the New "Rock Candy Distress Stickles" ... we will be introducing that in this class too.

As an extra class: $15

Students are to bring their basic class kit and Pop Dots/Foam Dots, Vintage Photo Distress Ink or equivalent)

2:30 - 3:45pm
Cards with Judy Beeksma (In A Pinch Designs)

Just look at these babies!!

Judy will be showing you how to create these 4 beautiful cards (using SEI's "Poppy" Line)

Each person is to bring their regular class kit plus: Pop Dots/Foam Dots, Teal Ink (Judy used ColorBox Chalk Ink - Prussian Blue)

As an extra Class: $16

4PM

Timeless Moments Canvas

I will be showing people in this class how to create a layout for your walls!!

This is a Canvas. I will be showing you how to use mask and inking techniques, stamps and rub-ons to create this work of art for your home.

Please bring 2 black and white photos (one 3x5, one 2x2), your basic tool kit. Vintage Photo and Walnut Distress Inks (as well as Fire Brick Red if you have it). I will be supplying the canvas, blending tools, masks and spritz "stuff" -- yep! This is going to be fun. I hope you like getting your fingers dirty! hehe

As your complimentary option: $5

As an extra class: $25

Gotta go now -- The ladies for the Dollar Store Club will be coming soon and I need to set up and email all my retreat guests!

NOT GOING TO THE RETREAT BUT WOULD LIKE TO TAKE THESE CLASSES??

If you are in the Peterborough Area, you are welcome to register for these classes and join us at the posted times at the retreat hotel. If you are near the studio... I will be offering my 3 classes in the studio as well. Just let me know what you'd like to take. Please contact me for more information.

Just a quick note to say HI from the Caribbean.
I am having a fantastic time on board my very first cruise ship!! Yippee!! It's all good -- and filling :)

I would like to take a quick minute to thank Claudine Hellmuth (Designer extraordinaire) for linking her blog site to mine... to share what I have been doing with her Sticky-Back Canvas and Studio Line. Welcome to my new visitors. I hope you come back again soon. I will be posting more creations when I'm back on land :)

No Problem, Man :)