On the FIRST Sale of Christmas.....

The Scrapbook Lounge gives to you.....

20% off

All Cardstock

Save 20% on all cardstock today at the Scrapbook Lounge.  This includes Coordinations Embossed and Tim Holtz Distress cardstock.

Christmas home decor

It is looking more and more like Christmas in the Scrapbook Lounge. We have been creating more and more to get I the holiday spirit. Check out the recycled window frame recently created.

Cropping Around the Christmas Tree

The countdown to Christmas has begun.  Why not start December off with a little Cropping Around the Christmas Tree and make some fantastic Tim Holtz inspired tags to give your Christmas presents the fantastic finish they deserve.  The tags all come complete with all the die cut pieces you will need and a  complete set of instructions if you are unable to attend the weekend.  Extra kits will be available beginning December 4th for $20.00 per kit.  Here is a glimpse of the tags:

Until next time....Happy Scrapbooking!!

It's starting to look like Christmas!

I have been working on a few projects for the decor in the store. Some are to create the Christmas mood and others would make excellent projects to re-create for a special someone as the perfect Christmas gift.
The Cropping around the Christmas tree event is coming up next weekend. Don't forget to reserve your space today. This is a great opportunity to work uninterrupted on any unfinished Christmas projects and also come with a complete set of beautiful Christmas tag kits ready to assemble. Lunch and snacks are included. Cost is $40 for Friday night and Saturday.

Creating for Christmas

It's starting to resemble the holiday season in the Scrapbook Lounge! Here is a peek at one of the projects I created using tags, some distress products from Ranger and the new snowflake die by Tim Holtz plus snow flourish die from Memory Box. I love how they turned out especially once they are displayed on Create Life Beautiful's mini signs. Liz will be featuring her new business and products at the local craft shows in the Cold Lake area.

Upcoming Events!

Fall is in full swing with even a touch of snow here and there.  Time to get all organized with your scrapbooking whether it be Christmas Cards or Gifts.  The Scrapbook Lounge has everyting you will need to create a personal gift to those special people in your life.  Check out our upcoming events:

October 30th

Learn to add embossing paste to your layouts to create dimension and texture.  We will also play with polymer clay to create flower embellishments.

Cost: $25

 

November 6th

 

Create a showpiece for your home with this Family Frame.  We will be focusing on how you can distress wood to create a vintage look using Glue and Seal, Distress Crackle Paint, and Colorwash Spray.



Cost: $40

 

 

November 9 & 10th

 

Grand Opening Celebration!!!

 

4921 - 52 Street

 

Join the Scrapbook Lounge and Looplaloo in celebrating our Grand Opening of our new Retail location.  We will be having activities during the day that include:

• Facepainting
• Cupcakes
• Make and Takes
• Give-A-Ways
• and More.....

We hope to see you.  Until then, Happy Scrapbooking!!!

Kim



New stock

A large shipment arrived this week full of Christmas papers, ribbons, new Studio Calico, Heidi Swapp, and a restock of Tim Holtz Ideology and the Crafters Workshop screens!

Halloween Inspiration

While its Thanksgiving weekend I'm getting in the Halloween spirit and have been creating decor for the shop. Check it out.

Some inspiration

We had a great time last night during our late night crop with lots of fun stories, laughing and creating.  Here is one of my projects that was completed using the fabulous new line from 7 Dots Studio - Domestic Goddess!  I love how the colors can go from yellows to pinks and then into the reds.  If you haven't come in to check out this great paper, what are you waiting for?? 



The background was enhanced with screens from Donna Downey using the new Tim Holtz Metallic Stains.  I was also able to slip in some of the new Prima Junkyard Findings to the page as well.  The zipper pulls, clocks and gears are fantastic and more stock is enroute as well as the screens and stains.

More Patina Inspiration

Its been a busy day in the Lounge with creations.  I have a restock of my Vintaj patinas arriving on Monday and couldn't wait to play with them again.  This coming week's make and takes will be all about patinas and the beauty they bring to metals.  These vibrant paints aren't just for metals, don't forget to play with them on chipboard or other mediums.


Patina Make and Take projects.  Project is the Metal Pieces.  Beading was provided by Firefrost Studio

Altered Alarm clock using Vintaj Patinas


The Scrapbook Lounge is heading to the Canadian Scrapbooker Carnival and Creative Stitches Alive Show on Thursday September 13th and will be closed until Tuesday September 18th.  We are sorry for any inconvenience.  If you require any supplies the Scrapbook Lounge will also be set up at the Crop Haven Crop at the MFRC for the weekend.

Happy Scrapbooking everyone!!
Kim

Inspiration

Hey Scrapbook Lounge Fans!! I'm in the shop today and feeling a little inspired by Donna Downey and playing with my fabulous patina paints, so I thought I would share a little project I created....

I'm off to work on an alarm clock next.....stay tuned for pictures.
Happy Scrapbooking!
Kim

New stock arrived

Hey Scrapbook Lounge fans!  New stock is rolling in and with the first of the crops coming up in under 2 weeks now is a great time to stock up on everything you will need to create great layouts or projects with all your summer photos.  More stock from Ranger, Simple Stories, Glitz Designs, and American Crafts are scheduled to arrive this week too!

New Dusty Attic 

New Prima

 

Tuesday Techniques with Kim

Classes are scheduled to begin on September 25th at 7pm.  Stay tuned for an updated class schedule as there will be something for everyone this year.  Classes planned are all technique based and include all supplies (with exception to the basic tool kit).  Here is a list of what to expect:

• Antiquing
• Distress Markers
• Altering Book Covers
• Christmas Cards
• Creating Backgrounds

and more

Fussy Cutting Class - September 25th

Join me for a class of pattern paper creating with fussy cutting, stitching and inking. 
Cost $25

Polymer Clay Flowers - October 2

Learn how to add polymer clay and perfect pearls to your craft supplies by creating beautiful flowers that complete any layout.
Cost - $25.00

Christmas Cards - October 16

 

Take some time to play with the great new collection Festive from Authentique and Dies from Sizzix to creat a collection of 5 cards that will be more that simple to mass produce for all your holiday needs

Cost - $25.00

 

Stay tuned for more updates.  Until then Happy Scrapbooking!

Kim

My First Magazine Cover

I recieved my copies of the Fall 2012 issue of Canadian Scrapbooker in the mail a couple of days ago, and I was so excited to see that the layout I contributed made the cover and is actually in print!!  I can't show my layouts for the magazine on my blog or newsletters prior to the release, so I have been quite anxious to share.

If you haven't seen this magazine yet you've got to check it out!! If you are looking for a magazine that is just PACKED with inspiring projects, this is the one for you. Personally, for me what makes a good magazine is one that has a LOT of layouts and plenty of tips and tutorials. This one has it all! I am not a new scrapper so it takes some pretty new ideas to capture my attention. So far every issue I've received has really impressed me with great ideas, new ways to use products, beautiful project ideas and staying on top of the newest trends.  If you haven't recieved your copy in the mail and want to pick one up, they are available at the store for $11.99.  You also don't want to miss their upcoming event in Sherwood Park on September 14 & 15th.

Here is a link to Canadian Scrapbooker if you'd like to check it out for yourself! There is also a beautiful sketch available monthly for the readers to try out.

 

A little inspiration!

Hey Scrapbook Lounge fans!  I wanted to share some recent projects that I have created in the shop.  All products are still available but with summer coming to an end I don't expect them to last long, so don't be disappointed and come down to check out what's new.

Created with Little Yellow Bicycle Papers and Prima Embellishments

Created with Simple Stories

Explore created with Authentique with a little My Mind's Eye thrown in.

Authentique's new Halloween line with some Dusty Attic and Tim Holtz

Created with all Prima!! Love that all their papers can be fussy cut.

Don't forget to check the clearance paper bin! This layout was created using Cosmo Cricket that was found in with clearance.

I'm taking the week off, but Lisa and Tammy will be in creating inspriation for you!!  Don't forget to make Scrapbook Lounge part of your day, until then....Happy Scrapbooking!

Kim

Summer is coming to an end

The Scrapbook Lounge is finally all settled in to its new location next to Images Studios.  New stock is arriving daily and classes are coming together for the new fall schedule!!  Tuesday Technique classes will commence September 25^th at 7pm and registrations will begin after the Labor Day long weekend.

New this fall:

• Friday Night Late Night where the Scrapbook Lounge will stay open until midnight.  Feel free to come by and shop or crop for $5/table.  This includes use of all store tools.
• We will be continuing with our weekly make and takes!  Come down in your spare time to make a quick project and learn a new technique for only $2.00!
• Beginning in October, Richelle and Looplaloo will be all set up with a great selection of toys.  Richelle will also be doing a Saturday afternoon story time to entertain your little ones while you shop.
• Crafting for Kids – if you have a crafty kid and you would like to plan a party, the Scrapbook Lounge has the crop area available to book as well as planned projects from small journals to headbands and anything in between.  Contact Kim for more details and prices.

 What’s New

Just arrived is My Mind’s Eye with beautiful new papers:

   

If there are any products that you may be in the market for that is currently missing from the Scrapbook Lounge, I would love to hear about it.  Until then, come by for a coffee, use the crop space and tools, shop and enjoy! 

 Happy Scrapbooking!!

Boxes Boxes Boxes

The Scrapbook Lounge may be taking the week off while I recover from a minor surgery, but it hasn't stopped the stock!!!  Check out all the boxes I am trying to get through before the weekend.  Tammy will have the Scrapbook Lounge all set up at the Crop Haven crop this coming weekend. 



Back to unpacking.......What shall I find???

Creating with Canvas

Today I was working on a great canvas project for any child.  This canvas will be an auction item for the upcoming Lakeland Centre for Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Society's Annual Fundraiser.

This is a little different from what I would usually create, I have seen some samples of crayon art on Pinterest and thought I would give it a try.  New stock is scheduled to arrive next week and I will be back at creating Scrapbook Lounge style.
Until next time....happy scrapbooking!

A little something new

Hi Scrapbook Lounge fans!! I am so happy to announce the addition of Scrapbook Lounge Wear.  Scrapbook inspired t-shirts.  I have my first one done and they are now available for sale.  Cost is $30.00 and comes in many sizes and 2 different t-shirt styles. 

 (t-shirt reads-scrapbookers do it in groups)

Crop Haven’s "That 70’s Crop"

Registration is this Saturday February 11th from 9am to Noon. After you are completed your registration, come by the Scrapbook Lounge for a little retail therapy and save. 25 – 50% off all stock. We will be open from 10 – 4 and for your shopping convenience we now accept Debit, Visa and Mastercard.

A little inspiration from the weekend's scrapbooking.  I love how this layout turned out.  Especially love the Dusty Attic Chipboard pieces which embossed so beautifully!

CHA Shopping is done

CHA was a whirlwind of a show again this year.  Two full days were spent walking the show, absorbing all the inspriation, and making great new friends.  Many new products have been ordered and items will be shipping starting February 15th, and to make room save 25% on existing stock starting Thursday February 2nd!  Come visit me at the Crop Haven crop February 3rd weekend to save!

CHA - First official day of the show

hey blog followers! Today was the first official day of CHA.  I spent 8 hours walking the show and checking out all the items I think you will love.  I was also was given a scanner for any product I like and the distributor will get my orders all preordered and organized for me.  Shopping couldn't be easier or more expensive this year.  I may get into a bit of trouble.......Here is some of what will be heading our way:

 

Graphic 45 Staples 

 new Ideology from Tim Holtz

Ranger New Patinas

Prima Wooden Embellishments

Prima Resin Tiles

Fancy Pants - fun Summer paper!!

Lily Bee Designs

Stay tuned tomorrow for my scan mania fun!!!