The Crafty Scrapper

Using Kraft and Chipboard on Layouts

2012-01-05T08:16:00.000-06:00

Anita Scroggins designed this fun layout.

She used Authentique's Gathering collection.

Maya Road fabric flowers, chipboard scroll, and journaling tag.

Anita uses so many amazing layers of Maya Road chipboard and kraft. Be sure to check out her work next time you're at The Crafty Scrapper!

BoBunny's Smoochable Collection

2012-01-04T08:11:00.000-06:00

This gorgeous layout was created by design team member Anita Scroggins.

The paper is BoBunny's Smoochable collection.

We love all the amazing details. You can check out this layout, and more at The Crafty Scrapper!

Bo Bunny Enchanted Collection

2012-01-03T14:58:00.000-06:00

Here's a gorgeous layout by new design team member Anita! :)

She used Bo Bunny's Enchanted collection.

You can see this layout and more inspiration at The Crafty Scrapper! Hope we see you soon!

New Design Team Member Anita Scroggins

2012-01-02T12:15:00.000-06:00

The Crafty Scrapper has a new Design Team member. Please join us in welcoming Anita Scroggins to the store. :)

Here's a little bio from Anita.

I have been scrapbooking about 10 years now, but my love affair with paper and such started way back in grade school with an addiction to school supplies. The start of school was my favorite time of year - new papers, pencils, notebooks! As I got older I moved onto office supplies to supply my addiction. When we took a family vacation to Disney World I decided to do ONE little scrapbook about our trip. I was hooked. Who knew you could buy so many cool things???? Now I have a custom built studio and every Prima flower known to man. I am so happy here in my creative space.

I have been married to a wonderful man who indulges my addiction without too much fuss for 23 years now. We have two beautiful daughters who are usually the subjects of my pages and albums. Recently I have begun the process of scanning and scrapping my late Grandmother's collection of family photos. I figure this will keep me busy for a while!

I have a masters degree in Aeronautical Engineering but I have been a SAHM for most of my adult life. I did go back to work about 5 years ago for a major craft retail chain. Working interfered with my scrapbooking time so I quit in July 2011 to hang out full time in my studio. These days I am back to scrapping, gardening, cooking and redoing my house. I absolutely love this art called scrapbooking. It is limitless - you can do anything with it. I mainly scrap 12X12 pages and make mini-albums, but recently I have been making canvas art and lots of home decor projects too.

I love The Crafty Scrapper and I drive there from my home in Mesquite every chance I get. If my hubby knew how much money I spent there I am sure I would be banned. I am so excited to be joining such a wonderful team of artists on the Design Team. Happy Scrapping!!

Look for more of her designs at The Crafty Scrapper soon!

How Sweet It Is

2012-01-01T08:40:00.000-06:00

This mini album was created for the Crafty Scrapper Design Team and is on display at the store in Waxahachie, Texas.

Elizabeth’s senior year in high school is the subject of this sweet mini album.

Although I have done larger album pages to chronicle the highlights of her high school days, this 6”X6” mini album is by far, my favorite scrapbooking project that I have created to honor her achievements.

My baby girl is now twenty-seven and is a college graduate living on her own with the responsibilities of an adult woman.

I still scrapbook her everyday experiences and important events, and always will, but until she marries and has children of her own, there will not be a subject as near and

dear to my heart as the honors Liz achieved in high school.

Please come along with me for some "Senior Moments".

PRODUCTS USED:

ADIRONDAC

Acrylic Paint Dabber, Snow Cap

BASIC GREY Little Black Dress Collection

BAZZILL BASICS Cardstock, Raven

CREATIVE IMAGINATIONS Signature Collection Epoxy Sheet

DRITZ Fray Check

FAB SCRAPS Music Swirl

GIRLS PAPERIE Jubilee Fabric Brads

HEART OF TEXAS 6”X6” Circulation Chipboard Album

MAYA ROAD

Birds With Cages Mini Chipboard Set

Button Rose Ribbon Jewels

Christmas Words Keychain Set

Crowns Mini Chipboard Set

Jonathan Bold White Rubons

Kraft Envelopes Rectangular

Microchips Scallops Neutrals Chipboard

Noah Mini Alphabet Chipboard Set

Organza Roses: white, cream and black

Ornate Botanical Blooms: Bright Pink and Black

Scallop Frames Chipboard Set

Snapshot Words Keychain Set

Velvet Pleats, black and white, cream and red

Vintage Trinkets Antique Button Jewels

Wings and Hearts Mini Chipboard Set

MORE PRODUCTS USED:

PRIMA:

Aglow Mica Leaves

Avon Rose Printery

Architecture Collection Resin Embellishments, Ceiling Ornaments

Flower Market Printery

RANGER:

Archival Ink, Jet Black

Stickles, Platinum and Diamond

SAKURA Jelly Roll Pen, white

Tim Holtz Idea-ology: Tissue Wrap

TPC Studio Stamps Vintage Birdcage

I loved working with a new product out by Tim Holtz Ide-ology. It is called "Tissue Wrap" and it is lovely to work with. In this project I either gathered it, using needle and thread or pleated it, as seen in the above photo.

STILL MORE PRODUCTS USED:

TATTERED ANGELS Glimmer Mist, gunmetal

and sand

THE CRAFTER’S WORKSHOP 6X6” Doodling Templates- Mini Birds of a Feather

ZIG 2 Way Glue

ZIP DRY Paper Glue

ZVA CREATIVE Self Adhesive Pearls

OTHER ITEMS USED:

Buttons from my stash

Daughter’s earring that she wore in high school. It is on the front cover, attached to the bottom striped ribbon!

Inside the little Maya Road envelope is a list of Elizabeth's activities throughout high school.

Thanks for taking a little trip with me down "Memory Lane".

We hope you'll stop in at The Crafty Scrapper soon for your daily dose of inspiration and supplies! :)

- Patty

Sports Fanatic

2011-12-30T12:32:00.000-06:00

This is the last of the five layouts that I did for the design team of The Crafty Scrapper. Once again this is my daughter Mandy when she was 14 on her girls Fastpitch Softball team. They won state and was then eligible to play in the National Fastpitch Tournament. We did win several games but we did not win National Championship. However, we all had alot of fun and something we will always remember. Please see a list of items that I used to create this layout.

Creative Imagination paper

Black & Gold Cardstock paper

Gold Ribbon - not sure who made this

Maya Roads - Label, Alphabet

Adirondack - Lettuce Dabber

American Crafts - Jr. Rock On

Diamond Stickles

Tim Holtz - Flower Die Cut, ticket, Vintage Photo Ink

Thank you so much for looking and please visit The Crafty Scrapper.

Hugs - Ginger

State Champs

2011-12-29T08:31:00.000-06:00

This photo is my daughter Mandy in 1992. She was playing on Martin High School soccer team and they qualified to play for the state title in Austin, Texas. They actually won and we were all so thrilled. Once the girls returned they each received a letter that their names were to be placed on the Wall of Fame at the Arlington Independent School Building. This was Martin's first time to ever win state for the girls soccer team. Please see the following items that I used to create this layout.

Scrapbook Creations - Soccer Trendy paper
Black & Red Cardstock paper
Champion & Pass - Not sure who made these
Maya Roads - Flower and Flourishes
Martha Stewart - Circle Cutter
Tim Holtz - Distressed Black Ink
Soccer Ball with Flames - I pulled that from the internet

Thank you so much for looking and please visit The Crafty Scrapper.

Hugs - Ginger

Rave - Soccer

2011-12-28T08:29:00.000-06:00

Here is another layout for the design team of The Crafty Scrapper. These little photos are my sweet grandson Logan about 2 years ago while he was playing soccer. He was really having a great time playing! I used all the embellishment and I hope you too like the outcome. Please see below all the items that I used.

We R Memory Keepers - Vintage T-Beach Bum paper
We R Memory Keepers - Flame Shirt paper
We R Memory Keepers - Athletic Wear paper
American Crafts - Big Game Stickers
Maya Roads - Flags
Navy & Green Stripe Ribbon - Mays Arts
Tim Holtz - Distress Vintage Photo Ink
Tim Holtz - Flower die cut
Hole punch

Thank you for looking and please visit The Crafty Scrapper.
www.thecraftyscrapper.com

Hugs - Ginger

First Day of School

2011-12-27T08:27:00.000-06:00

I did this layout for the design team at The Crafty Scrapper in Waxahachie, Texas. I had to really dig and dig to find these little photos of my four children's first day of school. These photos were taken a long time ago but they really brought back alot of memories!! I really enjoyed working on this layout for most of mine are extremely embellished. I used all the material that was given to me and I actually loved how it all turned out. Please see below all the items that I used.

Little Yellow Bicycle - Practice Your ABC paper
Little Yellow Bicycle - Yellow Study Hall paper
Gray Bazzill cardstock paper
Maya Roads - Apple, ruler, Imagination, and arrows
Tim Holtz - Distress Vintage Photo Ink
Aderondack - Aqua, Lettuce, Sunshine Yellow, Cough Syrup, and Red Pepper Dabbers
Tattered Angels - Denim Blue Mist
Martha Stewart Edge punch

Thank yo so much for looking and please check out The Crafty Scrapper!
www.thecraftyscrapper.com

Hugs - Ginger

Colby

2011-12-26T12:25:00.000-06:00

I love this black and white photo of my newest grandson Colby. I did this layout for the design team of The Crafty Scrapper. All the items were given to me to use except for just a few little things of my own. I really love the paper which is Reminisce - Monkey Adventure - Zany Monkees!! I think the little sock monkey is so cute! The other papers are Bo Bunny - Blast Off Collection. I did cut out the clouds to make them pop out more. The paper is so busy that I preferred not to do too much to this little layout. Therefore, after adding the envelope I just decided it needed a little ribbon with Prima wooden buttons. I then added the stick pins.

These are the items that I used:

Reminisce - Monkey Adventure - Zany Monkees paper
BoBunny - Blast Off Collection paper
Maya Roads - Envelopes, Bird, Flourishes, and Stick Pins
Tim Holtz - Vintage Photo Distress Ink
Aderondack - Aqua and Royal Dabbers
May Arts - Periwinkle Ribbon

We hope you make a stop into The Crafty Scrapper soon!

Ginger

12 Days of Christmas Day 12!!

2011-12-23T22:21:00.000-06:00

Day 12…..

Santa had to make another trip

to finish up his gift.

Some flowers, leaves and sparkly bling

would give it such a lift.

He'd worked so hard,

just one more day to make it oh so right

He'd have to finish up before tomorrow night
All flowers, leaves and bling are 40% off Saturday December 24th ONLY!

12 Days of Christmas Day 11

2011-12-22T18:29:00.003-06:00

Even Santa has a list of things

he wants each year.

The elves went to town again

along with eight reindeer.

Ruler, scissors, sanding block,

and a fancy paper folder

were all on Santa's wish list....

a special, special order
All tools, are 40% off Friday December 23rd ONLY!
Includes all dies and machines too!

Store hours thru Christmas:
Monday - Thursday 10am-6pm
Friday 10am midnight
Saturday 10am-5pm
Sunday 12pm-5pm December ONLY
We will be open Christmas eve until 2pm, and back to regular hours December 26th. We will be closing early December 31st New Years Eve.

12 Days of Christmas Sale Day 10

2011-12-21T22:19:00.000-06:00

Metal corners, frames and keys

were perfect for the cover.

He needed other goodies too.

This book was like no other.

Some eyelets and some brads

would be perfect on his pages.

All metal, brads, eyelets, metal embellishments, Tim Holtz metal, are 40% off Thursday December 22nd ONLY!

Store hours thru Christmas:
Monday - Thursday 10am-6pm
Friday 10am midnight
Saturday 10am-5pm
Sunday 12pm-5pm December ONLY
We will be open Christmas eve until 2pm, and back to regular hours December 26th. We will be closing early December 31st New Years Eve.

Christmas Village Day 7

2011-12-21T15:06:00.000-06:00

Rudolph is prancing across Gena's Heart of Texas Studio Christmas house.

Love the snowy rooftop.

Sweet Christmas tree using Maya Road's Christmas tree coaster.

Don't you LOVE the curtains?!

Here's a little peek inside her house. :)

Hope you're having a Merry Christmas! Come see us at The Crafty Scrapper before the holiday's are over. :)

Christmas Village Day 6

2011-12-20T08:02:00.000-06:00

This sweet Heart of Texas Studio house was designed by Ginger.

Love the little bit of Stickles she has added to this Maya Road pom pom trim.

There's a peek of Santa at the fireplace when you look in the window.

Decorated with mini lights, and Maya Road trims this sweet house is the perfect Christmas decoration.

We hope to see you soon at The Crafty Scrapper as you finish shopping for Christmas!

12 Days of Christmas Sale Day 8

2011-12-19T21:58:00.001-06:00

On the 8th day of Christmas,

Santa was a wreck.

"What to do, what to do, Oh..

I've forgotten glue!"

Of course, the elves were sent to town

to pick up what he'd need.

They went as fast as elves could go,

but they didn't want to speed.

All adhesives are 40% off Tuesday December 20th ONLY!

Christmas Village Day 5

2011-12-19T08:55:00.000-06:00

Our next Christmas house was designed by store instructor Susie Moore.

Love the bottle brush tree. We have some by Melissa Frances at The Crafty Scrapper.

Love the banner awning she created with cardstock.

This is a little peek of the inside of her house.

We hope you're enjoying these peeks of our Christmas Village, and that we will see you soon for our 12 Days of Christmas sale!

Christmas Village Day 4 Silent Night

2011-12-18T08:35:00.000-06:00

Our next Heart of Texas Christmas house was designed by me, Dee Dee! :) I wanted a soft, snowy, vintage feel so I used Melissa Frances papers.

Silent Night - Shh

I used a 7 Gypsies metal corner for the awning.

I got all my ribbons and lace from TCS. The snowy ribbon on the rooftop is by Webster's pages.

I painted these Maya Road spools a vintage white and added their posies.

I added some Mica Flakes by Melissa Frances to the roof.

The large snowflake ribbon is a trim by Maya Road.

I finished it all off with a twined button. Super sweet right? I hope you pick up a house to see what you can come up with! Thanks for looking, and be sure to stop in The Crafty Scrapper for inspiration and shopping!

Dee Dee

12 Days of Christmas Sale Day 6

2011-12-17T21:53:00.002-06:00

On the sixth day of Christmas,

the elves squealed with delight

"Chipboard is on sale today"

They yelled with all their might.

With many things to choose from,

they stopped to make a call.

"I just got off the phone with Santa,

he said to buy them all"

All Chipboard sets and books 40% off Sunday December 18th ONLY!

Christmas Village Day 3

2011-12-17T12:21:00.001-06:00

Today's featured Christmas house was designed by The Crafty Scrapper store instructor Shelley Hamilton.

She used BoBunny's new winter collection on her house.

Isn't that reindeer trim adorable?

Love the Melissa Frances tinsel and the snowflake trim on the roof.

To see more of Shelley's work check out her blog HERE. Hope to see you at The Crafty Scrapper this weekend for our 12 Days of Christmas sale!

12 Days of Christmas Sale Day 5 (Saturday)

2011-12-17T12:11:00.002-06:00

Day 5…..

"What now, what now" said Old Saint Nick.

"I want to do some more"

"Go to Crafty Scrapper,

be the first one in the door"

"Pick up some inks and pens and paint.

The fifth day of Christmas will be so great!"

All paints, inks, Maya mist, copics, pens, stickles are 40% off Saturday December 17th ONLY!

Store hours thru Christmas:
Monday - Thursday 10am-6pm
Friday 10am midnight
Saturday 10am-5pm
Sunday 12pm-5pm December ONLY
We will be open Christmas eve until 2pm, and back to regular hours December 26th. We will be closing early December 31st New Years Eve.

Christmas Village Day 2

2011-12-14T22:11:00.001-06:00

Here are some up close details from The Crafty Scrapper's Christmas Village.

This house (Heart of Texas Studio) was designed by store instructor Frank Vento.

He created an embossed metal roof (Ten Seconds Studio).

He added these cute raccoons on trashcans in the back.

The house is covered with inked patterned paper, and put on a thick base.

Designer Karen Brooks created this tinsel tree using spools covered in patterned paper!

We think it is the bee's knees. :)

Hope to see you soon at The Crafty Scrapper!

12 Days of Christmas Sale - Day 3

2011-12-14T19:23:00.000-06:00

Day 3…..

When scrapbook fever hits,

it can be lots of fun.

Santa couldn't think of toys

until his book was done.

With pages looking empty,

Santa was getting sicker

"If only I could find a place

with lots and lots of stickers."

"We know just the place, boss.

The walls are lined with packs.

Just grab that empty toy bag and

put it out our backs"

All Stickers are 40% off Thursday December 15th ONLY!

Store hours thru Christmas:
Monday - Thursday 10am-6pm
Friday 10am midnight
Saturday 10am-5pm
Sunday 12pm-5pm December ONLY
We will be open Christmas eve until 2pm, and back to regular hours December 26th. We will be closing early December 31st New Years Eve.

Feel free to call the store at 972-923-3151 orsend us an email.

12 Days of Christmas Sale Day 2

2011-12-13T18:06:00.001-06:00

308 South College Street
Waxahachie TX 75165
972-923-3151
On the second day of Christmas

Old Santa started scrapping

"I need some special papers"

and not the kind for wrapping"....

The elves headed back to Carolyn's store

and as luck would have it,

the paper now was 40% off...

a bit of Christmas magic?
All paper, paper packs and paper pads are 40% off Wednesday December 14th ONLY!

Store hours thru Christmas:
Monday - Thursday 10am-6pm
Friday 10am midnight
Saturday 10am-5pm
Sunday 12pm-5pm December ONLY
We will be open Christmas eve until 2pm, and back to regular hours December 26th. We will be closing early December 31st New Years Eve.

Feel free to call the store at 972-923-3151

The Crafty Scrapper's Christmas Village

2011-12-13T15:02:00.003-06:00

Recently we challenged the designers and teachers for The Crafty Scrapper to each design a house to display as a Christmas Village at our store using houses from Heart of Texas Studio.

We will show you more of our village up close tomorrow! It even has a big tree for the community like the one in How the Grinch Stole Christmas. :)

Merry Christmas everyone! Be sure to check out what's on sale at the store today!

On the first day of Christmas

Santa thought he'd make a book,

so he sent out his elves

to have them take a look

They came back all excited

from our crafty little store

All the albums in the store are 40% off

no need to look for more...

All scrapbook albums, page protectors, and extenders are 40% off Tuesday December 13th ONLY!

Reminisce Vintage Christmas Layout

2011-11-17T07:02:00.000-06:00

I just love this little photo of me and my younger sister Sally. This was taken in 1957 while we were living in Van, Texas. I chose this photo obviously due to the paper which was given to me from The Crafty Scrapper to use for the design team. We were given enough paper to complete three layouts. These papers are from Bo Bunny Father Christmas and Reminesce. I cut out the bottom portion and added it to the main paper. I also cut out the paper behind the photo as well and inked it blue. I was also given the green / gold ribbon which I added little pearls by Viva Ruby Glitter Liner. I love the blue/ gold ribbon at the top and felt it only needed a little flower. I already had this little blue flower with snowmen in the center which is by Prima. I added the little white flowers which I had in my stash as well. All the stick pins are by Maya Roads. I also used by Bo Bunny Father Christmas metal trinket. I was given the brown clock and snowflake which I added aqua ink to the outside edge. I was given the little green Christmas tree button which I added it to the center of the clock with thread. I believe the button is by Maya Roads as well. I added a trinket to the center of the snowflake. I was also given this little ruler which I inked the sides and added the little cloth button by Maya Roads. The papers were so cute that I felt this layout did not need alot of details.

Thank you so much for looking!

Hugs - Ginger

Using Canvas and Kraft on a Layout

2011-11-16T07:01:00.000-06:00

I really love this photo of my grandson Logan dressed up as a little elf. This photo was taken at Junior League style show which was in November to jump start the holiday season. I had not done a layout of him but this paper and all the embellies was perfect. I used Bo Bunny Father Christmas papers. On the second page I used a hole punch and made all the little dots around the outside of the paper. However, the paper was not in this shape so I had to draw it and then hole punched around it. The other papers are cut out around the photo. I used the brown paper snowflakes which I inked around the edges with Chestnut Roan ink and then added the little silver snowflakes for the center. The brown snowflakes are from Maya Roads collection. I was also given the white cloth button by Maya Roads which I painted around the edges and tied it with red thread. The flowers are all from Prima. I added Bo Bunny Father Christmas metal trinkets within the flowers plus a chipboard sign that says Merry Christmas to You! The ribbon is by Maya Roads which I added a rhinestone buckle and then added Bo Bunny metal trinket. I LOVED working on this layout.

I hope you enjoyed looking and hopefully it will give you some suggestions when you are working on a special layout as well.

Hugs - Ginger

Christmas Poinsettas

2011-11-15T07:00:00.000-06:00

In this photo the middle young lady in pink is my oldest child Heather. The other ladies are her friends. They are all in Junior League and this photo was taken at the Parade of Lights in downtown Arlington which they were helping to sponsor. This paper is by Bo Bunny Father Christmas and Reminesce. I was given the red lacey ribbon by Maya Roads which I decided to put around the circle of the paper and then added lots of poinsettas and stars. I then added little pearls by Viva Pearl Ink around the edge of the paper. The snowflakes and clock are from Maya Roads which I added Chestnut Roan ink around the outer edges and then added buttons and cardstock Christmas design to the centers. I finished it up with a white and green ribbon, button, and stick pins by Maya Road. I added the scallop edging at the bottom and the little sign that says Christmas Wishes!

Thank you so much for peeking!!!

Ginger

Noel

2011-11-14T06:51:00.000-06:00

This photo is my daughter Heather and her boyfriend Troy. This was taken at our home a few days before Christmas. We had several reindeer show up and this photo shows them holding on to one of the deer.

Here is a list of the items:

My Minds Eye - Lost & Found Christmas - Christmas Bright paper
My Minds Eye - Lost & Found Christmas - Christmas Santa paper
Cosmo Cricket - Yes, Virginia papaer
Maya Roads - Cloth buttons
Prima - Guava Peony Brahms flower
Prima - Flowers
Bo Bunny - Christmas Buttons
Jolees pocket watch
Pearls - EK Success
Maya Roads - Snowflake
Chestnut Roan Ink
Diamond Stickles
Viva Pearl Pen
viva - Ruby Glitter Liner
Maya Roads - Stick pins

Thanks for looking!

Happy Holidays!
Hugs - Ginger

Merry Christmas Mini Chipboard Album

2011-11-13T06:58:00.000-06:00

I just love this mini album. I glued the paper on each page and then sanded it down nice and smooth. I then added Merry Christmas. I had in my own stash this pocket watch which comes in 2 separate pieces. I added the little reindeer and then glued it all together. I then painted it with Gold and then added Star Dust Stickles on top to make it glisten. I also had the holly and berries which I painted with dabbers ( green and red) and then added the stickles to make it shine as well. I felt that it just needed a little something else so I added this little flourish which I painted black and added…you got it….Star Dust Stickles!!! This mini album had a chain attaching all the pages but I took that off and added my little red ring and added lots of ribbon.

The photo on the left is at my home a few days before Christmas. This is my family and some reindeer that came to visit all the grandchildren. They all had a great time. The photo on the right is Mrs. Claus and Santa arriving that same night to make sure everyone has been good!!!

On the left I added Bo Bunny trinket and a poinsettia with tiny white & blue snowflakes with little pearls added to the centers. I added our Family as well. On the right I added Bo Bunny trinket with Maya Roads snowflake. I added white ribbon which I painted light green with a green pearl. I also added tiny little snowflakes as well.

On these two lovely pages I added the Christmas paper and added these two sweet photos. The one on the left is my grandson Logan talking to Mrs. Claus and Santa at our home. The photo on the right is all our grandchildren listening to Santa reading to them “Twas The Night Before Christmas”. I just love watching their little faces as Santa is reading. These two pictures were taken a few days before Christmas which Santa also brought to them a little pre-gift.

On the left side I added Maya Roads greenish blue rose ribbon and I had a little snowflake but then I added a rose ornament from Maya Roads to make it really stand out which I then added a little green glass piece to the center of the rose. I also used Bo Bunny Christmas ornament and added the little glass pieces to it as well. I then added Star Dust Stickles to the little berries in the paper. On the right side I added another snowflake which I painted with a dabber and then added another little snowflake on top with a green glass piece. I used by Graphic 45 a tag of Santa reading to children which worked perfectly with the photo I had taken. I used ribbon to place it on the page and then I added a little lace flower and added by Bo Bunny a cardstock button and ran thread through it. I then added stickles to make it all twinkle!!

The photo on the left is my grandson Logan and on the right is my granddaughter Kenzie on Christmas Eve. They are all given a gift to open for being so good throughout the year!

On the left I already had a wooden frame which I painted using Pepper Dabber and then added Logan’s little photo. I was given by Maya Roads a brown clock which I used Aqua ink and then added white and blue snowflakes and then added a little pearl to the center of each one. I also used Bo Bunny brown button and added white ribbon which I painted blue and then of course I had to use stickles to give it a twinkle. On the right side I added a blue border around the photo. I was given a white cloth button (on the top right corner) which I made a pretty little bow and then added a white button which was given to me and a little cardstock and tied it all on with a blue thread. I was also given a little teapot and cups and a cupcake which I thought looked really well with the photo of a little girl and her doll. So…I painted the teapot and cups plus the cupcake. I then added the black design. To finish it all up I added more stickles!!!

I love these two photos. The photo on the left is my other granddaughter Paityn. She is opening her little gift on Christmas Eve which is a very cute little phone. She loves talking on the phone so this gift is perfect. The photo on the right was taken on Christmas Day which they both received these little chairs and was more than happy to seat awhile!

On the left I used gold ribbon which I added a crystal buckle to it. I had by Jolee an old key which I added more ribbon and a little Christmas ornament. I then added by Maya Roads the leaf stick pins. I was also given a brown snowflake from Maya Roads which I added Chestnut Roan ink and placed it behind the little photo. Then I added white and blue snowflakes and then added little pearls to the center. On the right I added little paper tags from Graphic 45 and then added a little wooden ruler. I then added blue ink to the edge and added red rick rack ribbon which I added little black pearls. I had another white cloth button which I added poinsettia and added leaves to the back of it. I did paint the button red on the edge and then added by Maya Roads leaf and pearl stick pins. I had more red rick rack at the top of the page, added black pearls, and then used Bo Bunny trinkets at the top which I added pink glass pieces around the border.

These two last pages are the finale of Christmas Day. We are all so tired that we all eventually took a nap after opening the gifts and eating a very large dinner. On the left side is my son Christopher and his wife Ashley who was pregnant with their second child. On the right is my daughter in law Tiffany and my oldest son Ryan. My two daughters and I were just watching them nod off to slumberland. LOL

I added green rose lace by Maya Roads on the left page. I used by Jolee a pocket watch and added a chipboard tag of a little child sleeping which goes perfectly with the photos. I tied both pieces together with green/gold ribbon and added a blue button. I also added a tag at the top of the page and added stickles to make it all shine. On the right I had this beautiful white flower which I added a glass button ornament and put a stick pin through it to hold it to the flower which is all by Maya Roads. I then added white and blue snowflakes with a pearl in the center to give the flower an extra dimension. In my stash I had the two little frames that I placed around their photo and then had this little tag and a little trinket to the page. I then finished it up with stickles!

Thank you so much for looking at this mini album. I hope you have enjoyed viewing it as much as I did putting it all together.

Here is a list of the products that I used:

BoBunny Father Christmas papers

Reminisce paper

Graphic 45 paper and tags

BoBunny Trinkets and tags

Maya Roads ribbon, cloth button, white flower, and stick pins

Jolee pocket watch

Art Parts Studio 490 large pocket watch

Chestnut Roan, Blue Aqua ink

Star Dust Stickles

KaiserCraft Frames

Hope to see you at The Crafty Scrapper soon!

Ginger

2011-11-13T06:52:00.000-06:00

Treasured Times

I love this photo and layout. This photo is me and my granddaddy, Nenny, and my younger sister Sally. It was taken at our home in Van, Texas in 1954! That was a very long time ago. I also felt that this photo really fits in well with the papers that was given to me.

Here is a list of the items that I used:

Cosmo Cricket - Santa Letters paper
Cosmo Cricket - Trim-Trim-Er-Ee paper
Viva - Glitter Liner - Ruby
Martha Stewart - punch
White Flowers - not sure who made these
Chestnut Roan Ink
White Lace - not sure who made this
Red Ribbon
White Ribbon
Prima Flower - Buava Peony Brahms
Prima - Glitter Spray Maple Gold
Maya Roads - Stick Pins
Prima - Shaimar Cal Chrisitta Flower
Maya Roads - Flouish
Aderondach - Red Pepper Dabber
Glitter - White
Diamond Stickles

Hope we see you at TCS soon!

Ginger

Tonto and The Lone Ranger! :)

2011-11-12T06:54:00.000-06:00

I love these two little photos. The photo on the left is my youngest son Chris dressed as Tonto and the photo on the right is my oldest son Ryan dressed at the Lone Ranger. I made these two costumes which has been awhile. For Chris and Ryan are now 28 and 30!!!

Here are the items that I used:

The Paper Loft - Scary paper - Hocus Pocus
Jenni Bowlen - Holiday 2011 - Starry Night paper
The Paper Loft - Scary paper - Boo
Ribbon - 3 kinds - not sure who made them
The Girls Paperie - Flowers - Toil & Trouble
Maya Roads - Stick Pins
Maya Roads - 2 leaves
Adirondack - Lettuce Dabber
Making Memories - Cut outs
Frame - Not sure who made this

Thaks for peeking!

Boil, Bubble, Toil, & Trouble
Hugs - Ginger

Frankenstein

2011-11-11T06:55:00.000-06:00

I love this photo of my grandson Logan which was taken about 4 years ago. I did his little face to look like Frankenstein and it turned out rather well! I used the following on this page:

Creative Imagination paper
The Paper Loft - Scary paper - Spiders Web
The Girls Paperie - Toil & Trouble flower
Jolees Cut outs - Monster, cat, & hat
Maya Roads - Leaf
Aderondack - Lettuce Dabber
Black Ink
Memory Makers - cloth buttons - spookville
Maya Roads - Stick pins

Thank you so much for looking!

Boil, Bubble, Toil, & Trouble -
Hugs - Ginger

CHRISTMAS COTTAGE 1

2011-11-10T06:41:00.000-06:00

As a project for THE CRAFTY SCRAPPER design team, each designer is making a little holiday cottage by the HEART OF TEXAS STUDIO. There are five little houses in this set called, "The Village", that are each a different size and design. This one is 5" tall and 4"X 4". For paper, I chose the "Simple Stories 25 Days of Christmas" Collection by MEMORY WORKS, and loved the way it can be an excellent background for showing off details.

The little balls decorating this cottage are "Vintage Raspberry Beads" (clear) by MAYA ROAD, and are hung with cranberry and white baker's twine by THE TWINERY. The two white trims are by WEBSTERS PAGES and were perfect for this little project! Don't they give a lovely, snowy look? For the roof I used a flat white acrylic paint by CRAFTSMART over the paper, then sprinkled "Diamond Dust" by TWINKLETS for an icy finish. Inside the tiny house is an artificial tea light that is battery operated. These can be found in most stores that sell Christmas ornaments.

Thoughts of my childhood days, playing with dolls in their doll house inspired me to decorate the inside of this little house. Not attaching the roof permanently allows the viewer to look inside the house easily. Most of the "decor" incorporates the Cardstock Stickers of the "Simple Stories 25 Days of Christmas" Collection by Memory Works. For just a little additional home-like comfort I added a chair and a grandfather clock using my Cricut by PROVO CRAFT and the "Heritage" cartridge. Both were cut from Advantus Ideology TIM HOLTZ Grungeboard (plain). They were both painted black with Ranger Ink Tim Holtz Distress Crackle Paint (Black Soot).

The hearth was created by building up layers of foam from a craft store, then adhering the hand drawn brick surface. Cardstock used for this was BAZZILL BASICS PAPER (Rosey/ canvas texture). The white opaque pen is by INKSSENTIALS.

The sweet holly trim is by MAY ARTS and the tiny rose trim is "Organza Roses" (red) by Maya Road. Topping off this lovely little cottage is the gorgeous "Vintage Lace Mum" (Apple), also by Maya Road. The depth of the layers is strikingly rich and draw plenty of attention to whatever this poinsettia adorns!

Thanks, everyone for taking a peek at my latest creation. If you're in the area, be sure to stop by THE CRAFTY SCRAPPER in Waxahachie, Texas to see all of the little houses on display for the holiday season!

So Sleepy

2011-11-09T06:45:00.000-06:00

SO SLEEPY

Creating this layout was a delightful experience because of the lovely BO BUNNY "Father Christmas" collection and the lovely embellishments used!

Included in the embellishments are MAYA ROAD Vintage Findings, "Grandma's Doilies" and "Paw Paw's Doilies", Let It Snow Kraft (snowflake), and Chipboard Mini Alphabet, "Audrey". Topping off the embellishment list with some lovely PRIMA flowers with holly leaves, and MAY ARTS ribbon and BoBunny pearls and buttons!

Techniques used were paper distressing, inking (TIM HOLTZ) Distress Ink (Vintage Photo), machine stitching, painting (Tim Holtz Crackle Paint) layering and border punching with the MARTHA STEWART "Ribbon Loop". A new technique that I used here was paper padding, which adds depth to to the lovely oval picture of an angelic baby on the Bo Bunny paper. First, I cut out the oval shape around the child's face and then misted it with water to get it to stretch a little. Next, I stitched and inked around the edges of the oval and cut three concentric ovals of cotton batting to place under this sweet image. Last of all, I added a cardstock back to keep everything in place before adhereing it to the page.

Thanks to everyone for taking a peek!

HAPPY HOLIDAY

2011-11-08T06:43:00.000-06:00

Those of you who are cat lovers understand why this layout is so dear to me. This precious little kitty was just as beautiful on the inside as he was on the outside. Seven years ago we lost our precious Hercules. For a long time, I could not do any scrapbook pages about him, but I finally conquered my emotions and much to my surprise, found that doing layouts about "Herkie" actually helped me deal with our loss.

The Merry Christmas Collection by BEST CREATIONS INC. was deligntful to work with. It gives a bit of a vintage look to any project using traditional Christmas colors. Other papers included are BASIC GREY'S Basic Manilla Paper Pack and BAZILL BASICS cardstock "Jade". Embellishments used are PRIMA's "Medley Spray" (Midas), MAYA ROAD "Organza Roses" ribbon, COSMO CRICKET's "Dear Mr. Claus" collection's cardstock stickers, canvas fabric from my "stash" and MAYA ROAD's "Snowflake Chipboard Set".

Paints, inks and stencils used here are KRYLON 18kt. Gold Leaf Pen, MAYA ROAD'S Maya Mist, RANGER INK- INKSSENTIALS Crackle Accents, TATTERED ANGELS Glimmer Mist and glimmer screen "Fanciful Stencils" and TIM HOLTZ mask "Seasonal". Other products used are MARTHA STEWART Punch Around The Page "Holly Leaves" and ZIG writer "Hunter Green".

Thanks, everyone, for taking a peek at my latest creation!

WINTER MEMORIES

2011-11-07T14:37:00.002-06:00

I love snow days! They are such rare treats here in north centeral Texas and I enjoy driving around and taking in the beauty. My wonderful husband did the driving for me this day in early 2011 and it was so very nice to get out of the house! These two young ladies were building their snowman just about a block away from were I grew up and it seemed that they were having a grand time. Rolling down the window, I asked them if I could take their picture and they were happy to pose for me. It reminded me of times gone by when my friends and I spent a chilly afternoon building our own "Frosty"!

I always enjoy doing something with the paper other than cutting and pasting, and I experiment with different ways to make a layout interesting. This time, I used concentric circles and tore, rolled and stitched around them to add interest.

The BO BUNNY "Blitzen" collection was perfect for the layout, as the colors bring out the colors in the picture.

MAYA ROAD'S snowflakes (chipboard and paper) seemed a perfect way to bring out the browns in the picture, as well. Also from MAYA ROAD, I used "Snapshot Words" and "Seasons Keychain Set" and "Trinket Pins". The paper snowflakes were ready to use and I decided to paint the chipboard flakes and then doodle in black for additional detail.

Other supplies used are EK SUCCESS Edger Punch "Snowflake", MAY ARTS ribbon, STAZON Ink "Jet Black", ZIG WRITER (black), ADIRONDACK Acrylic Paint Dabbler "Snow Cap" and little red pearls by BO BUNNY.

Thanks, everyone, for looking at my latest creation for THE CRAFTY SCRAPPER Design Team! You can see it displayed in the store in Waxahachie, Texas.

Bah Hum Bugs Christmas Layout

2011-10-08T20:08:00.003-05:00

Today I want to share a funny Christmas layout by design team member Patty.

Papers used were the Merry Christmas collection by BEST CREATIONS. I relied heavily on the Tim Holtz/Sizzix die cuts, Paper Rosette and Mini Paper Rosettes. Ribbons are by MAY ARTS and flowers are Crystal Palace Star Burst by PRIMA. Ribbons are by MAY ARTS, and the diecut used is MARTHA STEWART Punch Around The Page, Ribbon Loop.

Check out the pretty little MAYA ROAD Trinket Velvet Pleat (flower) in a lovely mint color to match the PRIMA Crystal Palace Star Burst!

Techniques used were sewing by hand and machine stitching.

If you are in the North Texas area, be sure to stop by The Crafty Scrapper at 308 College Street in Waxahachie.....right in the historic Downtown Square.....you won't be disappointed!

Thanks for taking a peek, everyone!

Fb Fan Designs! :)

2011-10-04T23:25:00.001-05:00

Today we're sharing a sweet layout from one of our FB fans Anita Scroggins. This layout is titled Bathing Beauty and uses Glitz Papers which you can find at The Crafty Scrapper!

Thanks for sharing this with us Anita! You can see more of her designs on her blog http://theflamingochronicals.blogspot.com. We hope to see you at The Crafty Scrapper soon!! Check out our FB page, and become a fan if you'd like the chance to have one of your designs displayed on our blog and FB page! :)

Two Ghouls

2011-09-27T06:48:00.000-05:00

All the fun I used to have as a child at Halloween has now morphed into a delightful experience when doing a Halloween layout. The adorable AUTHENTIQUE "Glowing" patterned paper collection was a treat to work with! The title, "Two Ghouls" uses MAYA ROAD'S "Jonathan Mini Alphabet" chipboard, RANGER/TIM HOLTZ Distressed Crackle Paint (Spiced Marmalade) and STAYZON INK (Jet Black). If you haven't tried the Cut-N-Dry Stamp Pad Foam, also by Ranger/Tim Holtz, I highly recommend that you invest in a sheet. It is well worth the money, makes inking easier, more controllable, and seems to last forever! Check out the Tim Holtz Alterations "Townscape" that made a creepy looking neighborhood for this layout!

Embelishments used include, MAYA ROAD's Organza Mum Trim (Pumpkin) and Ruffle Blossoms (gold and turquoise), PRIMA Cabachon Sculpture Resin Flowers by Donna Downey. Also, notice the Grunge Board Elements flourish "Harlequin" by Tim Holtz and Authentique's Dictation and October Afternoon's Mini Market Stickers (Black & Cream). The little bottle caps are by Spare Parts and the black buttons are by Jenni Bowlin. After placing the picture inside a bottlecap I poured Crackle Accents by Ranger over the tiny picture, and let it dry for a few hours.

The potter kneads, throws and molds the clay to make it into something it wasn't before he laid his hands on it. That is the way I think of paper. I like to work it in ways that make the piece interesting and give it texture. I am always thinking of ways to "mold" the paper into something that it wasn't before I touched it. In this layout I tore, fussy cut, rolled, inked, painted hand stitched and machine stitched the paper.

Thanks for taking a peek at this Halloween layout! You can view more of Patty's work HERE. Hope we see you soon at The Crafty Scrapper!

Trick or Treat with Authentique

2011-09-26T09:43:00.000-05:00

This is a layout that I did for THE CRAFTY SCRAPPER Design Team....What a "treat" it was to work with the AUTHENTIQUE "Glowing" collection! The colors are bold and true to Halloween tradition. I added a hint of green to the LO for a splash of gooey grunginess! The paper is easy to punch and run through my CUDDLE BUG, along with the TIM HOLTZ/SIZZIX Alterations "Twigs", "Paper Rosettes" and "Mini Paper Rosettes". The title and story tag are also by AUTHENTIQUE. The "BOO!" tag is part of the lovely "Halloween 2011" collection by JENNI BOWLIN. Other products used are Jenni Bowlin "Vintage Buttons" (orange), STAZ ON ink (Jet Black), RANGER/TIM HOLTZ Distress Ink (Peeled Paint), and last.... but NEVER LEAST is a sweet little green PRIMA "Avon Rose".

Some paper altering techniques used in this layout are tearing, punching, folding, inking, die cuting, hand stitching and machine stitching.

The sweet little girl in the photo is my darling daughter, Elizabeth....when she was eight years old.

Thanks for looking! You can see more of Patty's work HERE, and you can get all of these supplies at The Crafty Scrapper!

Witch House with Maya Road

2011-09-23T06:42:00.000-05:00

Check out this sparkly sweet treat by design team artist Sonia Doneghue -

I made this little book to showcase pictures from my trip to Salem, MA --a true Witch City! And what better time to visit...Halloween! :)

It's all perfectly stunning Sonia. Thanks for sharing. To see more of Sonia's art check out her BLOG.

Papers and accessories by My Mind's Eye from their Mischievous line.

Chipboard by Maya Road

Ribbon - The Crafty Scrapper Ribbon Wall.

All these supplies, and more can be found at The Crafty Scrapper. Hope to see you soon!

My Mind's Eye The Perfect Fit

2011-09-21T07:20:00.000-05:00

Here's another dark and lovely layout by artist Sonia Doneghue.

You can see a tutorial on creating this zipper flower HERE.

You can see more of Sonia's art on her BLOG.

Product List:

Patterned Paper by My Mind's Eye from the Lost and Found 2/Rosy/Love line

Chipboard, Ruler, and Zippers by Maya Road

Sewing embellishments are stamps by Tim Holtz from the Haberdashery line

Wooden spool is by Jenni Bowlin

You can see this layout and more at The Crafty Scrapper! Hope to see you soon!

Bo Bunny My California Sunshine

2011-09-20T07:08:00.000-05:00

Mrs. California Sunshine

The layout is in honor of a wonderful friend of mine who lives in California. We have so very much in common, and although we've never met in person, we are sisters of the heart! Scrapbooking brought us together! Techniques used in this layout are paper punching, rolling, pleating, inking and machine stitching.

You can see more of Patty's work on her BLOG.

Patterned Paper - "Et Cetera" by Bo Bunny

Embellishments - Maya Road: Small Organza Roses Ribbon, Noah Mini Alphabet, Winter Roses Houndstooth Licorice flower, and Mini Spool.

Black paint - Making Memories

You can see this layout and much more in person at The Crafty Scrapper!

Thanks for looking!

A Visual Artist

2011-09-19T07:38:00.000-05:00

Do you love Tim Holtz's style, but don't know how to translate that into a 12x12 layout? Do you love inky layered goodness? Are you the queen of Halloween with a flair for the mysterious and dark? You're going to love the work of visual artist and design team member Sonia Doneghue.

Sonia creates a stunning layout about the loss of her sweet dog using a few layered embellishments, and a simple but lush color palette.

The handwritten journaling and the detailing on the mini-banner are simply fabulous. Hope this inspires you with new scrapbooking topics, and how to use all those embellishments you've been storing up.

You can see more of Sonia's art HERE.

Product List:
Patterned paper by My Mind's Eye
Clock, Flowers, Canvas Button - Maya Road
Numbers - Tim Holtz - distressed with gold alcohol ink
Banner misted with Iridescent Pearl Maya Mist
Chipboard Crown - Maya Road painted with gold Adirondack paint
Chipboard alphabet - Maya Road inked with Spiced Marmalade Distress Ink by Tim Holtz

All these and more can be found at The Crafty Scrapper. Hope to see you soon!

Maya Road Butterfly Album

2011-09-18T07:48:00.000-05:00

Are you ready to swoon? Check out this adorable mini-album and description by design team artist Patty Rogers.

This "Soar Butterfly Chipboard Album" by MAYA ROAD was such a joy to create. The AUTHENTIQUE "Uncommon Collection" with a bit of MY MIND'S EYE "Lost & Found Two" were the perfect blend of papers.

The "Tulle Pleat Trim" coupled with the painted "Alterable Wood Bluttons" made a lovely little flower to adorn with "Heart Trinket Pins"....all by MAYA ROAD

Look at the new "Gramma's Doilies" by Maya Road! Also used in this mini album are the following paints: Craftsmart Acrylic Paint (white) Making Memories (Strawberries and Cream),Tattered Angels Glam (Lipstick Pink) Viva Pearl Pen (Cream) and last but never least.....Stickles (Icicle)!

The "Sweet Pearls" are by My Mind's Eye, and they are part of the "Lost and Found 2" collection. Check out the brand new "Coffee or Tea Mini Chipboard Set" and the "Butterfly Chipboard Set"! They were great to paint....very girly!

Each of the little chipboard butterflies consists of two pieces....I used the solid butterfly as a back and the cutwork butterfly on top of the other.

The XOXO border punch is by Martha Stewart and it seemed PERFECT for this project.

It wouldn't be an album by Patty without lots of Prima Flowers!

You can check out more of Patty's work on her BLOG, and you can see this album in person at The Crafty Scrapper. Hope to see you soon!

Halloween Scrapbook Classes

2011-09-17T07:37:00.000-05:00

Are you ready to ring in Halloween with longer nights and fun decorations? Check out these fun new Halloween classes at The Crafty Scrapper!

First Dee Dee will be teaching this:

All Dressed Up Halloween Banner

Saturday - Oct 08, 2011 10:30 A.M. $35

Join me to create this beautiful fall banner perfect for your mantle or door to display your favorite fall photos.

Please bring hot glue and glue gun, sanding tool, small pop dots, glue stick, detailing scissors, Vintage photo distress ink, and your favorite fall colored stickles. All other supplies will be included. :)

You can check out more of her work on her BLOG.

Later the same day you can check out this class with Shelley!

Ghoul Bus Album

Saturday - Oct 08, 2011 2:30pm $35
In this class, we'll make this fun "Ghoul Bus" for your Halloween photos! The front of the album has removable peek-a-boo windows with spooky messages underneath. Be sure to bring your Basic Supply Kit, Glossy Accents, paper piercer, and Zip Dry.

You can check out more of her work HERE!

Hope to see you at The Crafty Scrapper soon! :)

Be Grateful Canvas Class

2011-09-16T07:06:00.000-05:00

Are you looking for an art class that will let you be fun, creative, and artistically free? Try one of Jennifer's canvas classes at The Crafty Scrapper!

Saturday - Sep 24, 2011 10:30am $35
Please join her to make this beautiful 10 x 10 mixed media canvas and learn some new techniques using several mediums, such as Maya Road mist, rub-ons, paper, etc. You will leave with a completed canvas that is just your style to display in your home or give as a gift to someone special. Additional Supplies Needed: Paper Trimmer,Black Staz-On Ink, 3 to 4 bristle paint brushes, and any additional stamps and rub-ons you would like to use.
Jennifer will supply several stamps and a variety of rub-ons for you to use in class.

You can check out more of our classes HERE, and you can see more of Jennifer's work on her BLOG. Hope to see you soon!

Facebook Fans!

2011-09-15T06:36:00.000-05:00

Here are a few customer creations from our FB fans.

The first is a wicked Halloween layout "25 Cent Broom Ride" from Karen D. Brooks using some of the new Halloween papers available from The Crafty Scrapper.

The second is an altered piece by Caitlyn D. Russell. She says "My husband is in Iraq and I saw the quote about "home is where his boots are" and the new Bo Bunny "Welcome Home" line worked out perfect for it."

Very sweet ladies! Thanks for sharing! You can find these supplies and more at The Crafty Scrapper! Hope to see you soon.

Pumpkins and Cauldrons Card Class

2011-09-14T16:19:00.001-05:00

Are you interested in learning new stamping and card techniques? Take on of our classes with instructor Tina Covington from Live, Love, & Stamp.

Here is a sneak of her upcoming class Pumpkins and Cauldrons!

And here are the details:

You can take this class on Wed. September 21st 11 a.m. or on September 24th 2:30 p.m. The cost is $25.

Pumpkins & Caldrons - In this class you will get to use the brand new Honey Pop stamp sets for the upcoming Halloween and Thanksgiving holidays. You will complete three very creative and unique cards, including two cards with the honeycomb pop-ups, and a criss, cross pocket card using a darling pumpkin stamp from My Favorite Things. Please bring adhesive, small pop-dots, an X by Xyron (if you have one), a glue stick, detailed scissors, and your preferred coloring medium (Copics, colored Pencils, etc.) All other supplies provided.

Call The Crafty Scrapper to sign up or to reserve your kit, or if you'd like the a set of the new stamps! :) 972-923-3151

ABC Primer

2011-09-12T07:01:00.000-05:00

My daughter started kindergarten last month. It was a big event for our family. I am a stay-at-home mom so I felt keenly that I needed to record this big change. To go along with some of the pictures I've been taking I made this kindergarten mini-album to record some stats from the beginning of the year.

I used Graphic 45's ABC Primer papers. I just loved the vintage look. I think it goes nicely with the plaid from her school uniforms.

I recorded her height and weight to add into the album as well as info about her teacher and friends.

This is a close-up of her missing teeth. She is so proud of them. :)

When the year is over I am going to give this album to her to put on her bookshelf. I am making a 12x12 album for myself to record the year. :)

If you need a mini school album I will be teaching this as a class at The Crafty Scrapper on September 24th at 10:30 am, or you can call the store to reserve a kit 972 923 3151. :) Cost is $32.

Happy Fall! Dee2

Smashbook Magic

2011-09-11T07:19:00.000-05:00

Check out what design team member Jennifer did with her Smashbook she picked up at The Crafty Scrapper.

You can see more photos on her blog HERE.

Fall Frolic

2011-09-10T07:10:00.000-05:00

The cooler temps are finally ushering in fall, and I couldn't be happier. It's still 90 degrees, but so much better than 110! :) Here is a sweet mini album I made with BoBunny's Forever Fall collection to show off pictures of the kids at the pumpkin patch last year.

I know it is a bit early, but I am already eager for the leaves to turn, the days to shorten, and the nights to drag out into a cozy scene around the fireplace.

I will be teaching how to put together this album at The Crafty Scrapper on October 15th at 10am, or you can call the store(972-923-3151) to reserve a kit. The cost is $35.

I need to break my camera out of the bag this week, and start snapping pictures of the kids so I can treasure this time of year when the next crazy summer rolls around! :)

Always Dream

2011-09-09T07:00:00.000-05:00

This is another layout I did for The Crafty Scrapper Design Team www.thecraftyscrapper.com . I had enough papers left over that I decided to do this layout of my great grandfather Henry Preston Amsden. He was born in 1881 and died 2 weeks after I got married in 1970. He was such a very gentle and kind person. He was also the towns blacksmith and he made the wagon he is pulling. They were one of the first people to live in Whitehouse, Texas.

I used the following supplies: Bo Bunny Et Cetera paper - Ledger, Mail Room, and Die cuts,
May Roads - Brown rose ribbon, Prima flowers, Zva flourishes, Chestnut Roan Ink, EK Success pearls, Prima butterfly, Maya Roads - stick pins

Thank you for looking!

Hugs - Ginger

Time Traveler

2011-09-08T07:00:00.000-05:00

This layout is one that I did for The Crafty Scrapper Design Team. My friend Patty picked the papers, etc. up for me while I was on vacation. It took me a week to figure out exactly what I needed to do. The papers are from Bo Bunny and it had a very heritage feel to them. So, I finally thought of my grandmother Louise. I love her photo of when she was 9 and then I decided to had a photo of her today at age 99. Hince the title "Time Traveler". Since she is 99 she has seen so much in her lifetime that I thought it would be a perfect title. I cut out the second paper and distressed it and then I sewed around it to give an older look. I then inked it all with Chestnut Roan. Bo Bunny also had a page of die cuts which I used as the background for her little photo. While I was in Waxahachie, Texas, at The Crafty Scrapper, I found the little pocket watch piece. I then found from KaiserCraft the little photo to place her today picture. I used Brown dabber, then I dry brushed it with Making Memories celery green and gold paint. I loved doing this for it really shows off the photos. On the pocket watch I added a butterfly, leaf, cherub, and a curly q!! I also cut out a small piece of paper and inked it and placed on it as well. I was given the ribbon (wish I knew who made it) and added orange pearls from EK Success. The flowers are Prima. I then added "Louise" and little butterflies that I have had for some time.

Materials Used: Bo Bunny Et Cetera Stampled paper, Bo Bunny Et Cetera Geography, and Die cut paper.
Making Memories, Celery, Brown, and gold paint, Chestnut Roan Ink, Prima Flowers ( Summer Carnation Lemon) and others, Studio 490 - Pocket Watch, KaiserCraft - Frame, Maya Roads Ribbon; EK Success pearls; Zva Flourishes

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Thank you so much for taking a peek!

Hugs - Ginger

Dear Santa

2011-09-07T07:00:00.000-05:00

I just love this little photo of me and my younger sister Sally. This was taken in 1957 while we were living in Van, Texas. These papers are from Bo Bunny Father Christmas and Reminesce. I cut out the bottom portion and added it to the main paper. I also cut out the paper behind the photo as well and inked it blue. I was also given the green / gold ribbon which I added little pearls by Viva Ruby Glitter Liner. I love the blue/ gold ribbon at the top and felt it only needed a little flower. I already had this little blue flower with snowmen in the center which is by Prima. I added the little white flowers which I had in my stash as well. All the stick pins are by Maya Roads. I also used by Bo Bunny Father Christmas metal trinket. I was given the brown clock and snowflake which I added aqua ink to the outside edge. I was given the little green Christmas tree button which I added it to the center of the clock with thread. I added a trinket to the center of the snowflake. I was also given this little ruler which I inked the sides and added the little cloth button by Maya Roads. The papers were so cute that I felt this layout did not need alot of details.

Thank you so much for looking!

Hugs - Ginger

Naughty or Nice?

2011-08-31T18:57:00.000-05:00

I couldn't resist doing this layout about my daughter's darling dappled dachshund! Wit is the cutest little guy, and always makes us laugh when he comes to our house for a visit. When he was about a year old, we took him to have his picture made with Santa, and I don't know who was more unhappy....Santa or Wit. What a moment to remember!!!

If you haven't stopped in at the Crafty Scrapper and seen the brand new Tulle Pleat Trim by Maya Road, you've got to do that...and stock up! Here, I've used the color, Cinnamon, to add definition to the center of the layout, and loved working with it.....I have more ideas for this lovely trim in later projects! Patterned papers used here are Bo Bunny's "Father Christmas" and "Blitzen". What a treat they are to work with! Other supplies used are Maya Road's Mini Set, "Autumn", red Mini Market Stickers by October Afternoon, Cream Making Memories paint, Diamond Stickles, "Let It Snow" Kraft and "Time Flies" Kraft Clocks by Maya Road. "Peeled Paint" Distress Ink by Ranger/Tim Holtz gave tons of definition to the edges of the distressed paper.

Techniques used in this layout include tearing, distressing, inking and rolling of paper. Also, machine stitching and fussy cutting helped to create additional detail.

Thanks for taking a peek! .........Patty Rogers, Design Team Member

Winter Memories

2011-08-31T17:16:00.001-05:00

You know that in Texas everything is bigger and better, right? Well, the same thing applies to scrapbooking here in The Lone Star State. If you think that one frame of torn, rolled and stitched paper looks good, just IMAGINE how good TWO concentric, torn, rolled and stitched circles would be!!! LOL!!!

This layout was created with the new Bo Bunny Collection, "Blitzen", which is cheerful and fun to work with. Other patterned paper used in this piece is "Snowman Collage" by Reminisce. The title uses chipboard "Seasons" and "Snapshot Words", Let It Snow Craft and "Vintage Snowflakes". Also by Maya Road are the yellow "Star Trinket Pin" and the "Vintage Round Pearl" pin.The ribbon is by May Arts. Techniques used were paper tearing and curling, border punching, using EK Success, inking, stitching and doodling with my black Zig Writer. The dot theme was continued by using an Adirondack Acrylic Paint Dabber in "Snow Cap".

Here's a close up of the two circular frames:

Thanks for taking a peek, everyone.....Patty Rogers, Design Team Member

August ATC Swap

2011-08-05T17:57:00.000-05:00

It's time for the August ATC Swap. The challenge is to create three ATCs based on the theme JUNK. The 3 cards can be the same or completely different.

The due date to have your 3 ATCs to the store is midnight Saturday, August 29th! There will be no sign-up for the swap and the only deadline will be the challenge due date of August 29th.

To participate in this swap, simply have your 3 ATCs to the store in the swap basket by the due date with your name on the packaging. The Swap Basket is at the pink art bar.

Easy Peasy.

I will then swap all the cards, and leave them in the swap basket with your name on yours at the store for you to pick up. If you'd like yours mailed, then include self-addressed packaging with postage included.

All participants will trade at their own risk & expense. :)

What is an ATC?

"An Artist Trading Card (ATC) is a tiny, original piece of art created with the intention of swapping or trading it with another artist, not selling it. The one rule an artist trading card must adhere to is the size. An ATC must be 2.5x3.5 inches (64x89 mm). ATCs can be made in any medium and using any technique, whether it's painting, drawing, or collage. You are really limited only by your imagination and materials."

Hope you join us!

Spring Blooms Chipboaard Album

2011-07-09T13:56:00.000-05:00

This little chipboard album was a delight to make. I loved using the little Heart of Texas chipboard album as the canvas for this mini album. After applying the gorgeous Basic Grey patterned paper , I used a flat white acrylic paint around the edges to give it a shabby chic look. Then, I used a marker to draw the stitches around each page.

Here are the supplies I used:

Basic Grey Sweet Threads patterned paper

Basic Grey Sweet Threads Cardstock Stickers

Maya Road Vintage Trinkets, Alterable Crystals, Small

Maya Road Trinket Beads, Hanging Chandelier

Maya Road Love Mini Chipboard Set

Maya Road Birds With Cages Mini Chipboard Set

Maya Road Alterable Vintage Lace Flowers

Other supplies used are:

Maya Mists

Martha Stewart

Prima flowers

May Arts Ribbons

The lovely embellies from The Crafty Scrapper added such sweet touches and made a beautiful setting to show off the photos.

Stop by The Crafty Scrapper and see this sweet, sweet album for yourself!
Created for The Crafty Scrapper Design Team by Patty Rogers

You're Sew Special

2011-07-09T13:36:00.001-05:00

This LO uses Jillibean pattern paper, and lots of fun Maya Road shapes from the “Still Sew Cute Chipboard Set”. In the area around the picture I used Maya Road Maya Mists (Granny Smith Apple Green) and a Tattered Angels Glimmer Screen to create the oval frame before adding the picture. Also spritzed with the Maya Mist was the Mini Triangle Banner Canvas Pieces which are also by Maya Road. For the title, I used Maya Road (Jonathan) Mini Alphabet Chipboard and October Afternoon Mini Market Stickers over a Maya Road Coaster. The Martha Stewart Punch Around the Page “Loops” set gave an old fashioned look. Also included was a little Jenni Bowlin Vintage Style (black) Button and a Maya Road Kraft Scroll Frame Journaling Tag. The chipboard pieces were painted with Ranger Ink Tim Holtz Distress Crackle Paint (Fired Brick). After the paint dried, I inked the edges of the chipboard pieces with Staz On Ink (Jet Black).

Some of the techniques that I used were border punching, painting, masking, sewing, inking and a little calligraphy on the journaling tag.

Layout created for The Crafty Scrapper Design Team by Patty Rogers.

Lemonade, Sunshine, and Popcorn!

2011-07-08T13:43:00.000-05:00

Tina will be teaching these adorable cards later this month at The Crafty Scrapper!

Sliding Pop Up Card Front

Sliding Pop Up Card Open

Flap Card Front

Flap Card Inside

Shaped Easel Front

Shaped Easel Open

Lemonade, Sunshine, and Popcorn -$25

Wed. July 27th 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. AND Sat. July 30th 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 pm.

What do these items have in common? Well, they are the themes for three unique cards you will make in class using pretty papers, and stamps and dies from My Favorite Things. You will create a Sliding Pop Up Card, a Shaped Easel Card, and a Flap Card with a magnetic closure. All three look hard, but are simple to make! Please bring adhesive, small pop dots, Xyron X (if you have one), detailed scissors, and your preferred coloring medium (Copics, colored pencils, etc.) All other supplies provided.
Call or stop by The Crafty Scapper to sign up! :) 972-923-3151

Upcoming Classes and Events

2011-07-04T10:23:00.002-05:00

Happy Independence Day! :)

July's No Frills Crop is Saturday July 16th $25
10am ~ midnight 14hours cropping, pizza, salad bar, drinks and dessert.

Artistic Journeyis coming up September 30th - October 2nd $275
The event is almost full we still have a few spots, if you are interested you can read about it here;
http://us1.campaign-archive2.com/?u=a25e5e94da81ba3e16f62c3a1&id=1d2aca3bd7

Hat's Off To A Cure For Breast Cancer $75
Save the date for this years breast cancer crop, your $75 goes to the Susan G. Komen Foundation. The crop will be Saturday September 17th. We have a lot of exciting things for this year, so look for the special email on this event in a couple of weeks and spread the word to your friends. Sign-ups will be Monday August 1st at 10am, please do not call to sign up before than.

Freedom Of The USA $38 ~ teacher Shelley Hamilton
Tuesday July 5th 11am
Saturday July 9th 10am

Come join us and make this colorful, fun, 4th of July book! This book is full of sparkly sand, sea shells and lots of techniques using Viva pearl pens and inka gold. Every page is full of goodies. Supplies; basic tools, pop dots, glossy accents, zig .05 black pen and chalk ink.

Beautiful Summer Days $40 ~ teacher Shelley Hamilton
Sunday July 17th 1pm

Capture those summer memories and fill this adorable book. Using an antique number sign as a cover, this book is filled with fun embellishments you will be painting and altering and using zipper trim in new ways. Supplies needed; basic tool kit.

Soldering with Trisha $50
Monday July 18th 11am
Saturday July 23 10am

It's finally here, the IHYBC class ! No not the BYOB..... It's the I have your bottles so come and get them class!
I can't tell you all how much fun I had creating these bottles.
In this class you will alter NINE vials and turn them into unique one of a kind pieces of jewelry all of your friends are going to want.
You will fill your bottles with all kinds of fun finds, learn how to solder rhinestones, wrap wire, and create dangles inside the bottles.
We will then solder them closed, adding charms, and decorative jump rings. This will be a fun filled creative class sure to please the beginner to the novice.

Letters Of My Life Altered Cigar Box $38 ~ teacher Dee Dee Roe
Saturday July 23rd 10am

In this class we'll each transform a unique vintage cigar box into an aged and distressed work of art. We'll create depth and age with paints, mists, inks, texture mediums, metal accents, and patterned paper. We will also create a vintage inspired mini-journal to fill the box.

Capturing Canvas Class $35~ teacher Rita Barakat
Saturday July 30th 10am

Have you always wanted to play with canvas but you were a little intimidated too? Have you always wondered "How did they do that?"

When looking at a canvas mini album?

Well fear no more and come and play in my Capturing Canvas class.

You will learn not only how to get the most out of your canvas album but how to have fun and be creative in the process.

I will show you how to use several types of mediums to achieve a magnificent mini album for you to cherish for ever.

Come join me as we capture and conquer canvas together!

Creative Cards By Tina $25
Wednesday July 27th 11am
Saturday July 30th 2pm

Pre-Teen Classes $30
Includes class and supplies, pizza, drinks, dessert and free crop time after lunch. Be sure and bring something to work on during your free time after lunch, the crop room has several die cut machines, punches and much more.

Tuesday July 12th Summer Album
Come and join me in making this FUN summer album! You will be painting and working with the Maya Road chipboard album. You will need to bring basic kit (paper trimmer, adhesive, scissors).

Tuesday July 19th Card Box and Cards
In this class you will be a painting and decorating your own personal “book” to keep all the special cards you make for friends and family! We will also be creating 2 cards… one that feature the new honeycomb paper.

Tuesday August 2nd Cool Frame
In this class we will be making this fun and funky frame!! You will need to bring basic kit (paper trimmer, adhesive, scissors). *** SPECIAL Item needed… pop dots

More Vintage Whimsy

2011-07-03T10:20:00.000-05:00

Check out these beautiful layouts by our guest designer Jennifer Babcock.

To see more of her work, visit us at The Crafty Scrapper! See you soon. :)

A Touch of Vintage

2011-07-02T10:10:00.000-05:00

Our guest designer, Jennifer Babcock, brings a touch of vintage to The Crafty Scrapper.

A sweet baby birthday card.

Love her style. You can see more of her work at The Crafty Scrapper, and on her BLOG. Thanks for looking!

Kicking it With Maya Road

2011-07-01T08:38:00.000-05:00

Here's a sweet and simple country girl banner made from the new Maya Road boot album. :)

I had lots of fun layering ribbons, flowers, photos, and embellishments.

You can see it at The Crafty Scrapper when you come in to crop or shop! :)

Thanks for looking. Dee Dee

Zipper Flower Tutorial

2011-06-21T18:09:00.000-05:00

Our Design Team member Sonia is being featured on the Maya Road blog today with her zipper flower tutorial. She created this piece using supplies from The Crafty Scrapper. You can check it out HERE.

Congrats Sonia!!

More From Guest Designer Yvette

2011-06-18T10:31:00.000-05:00

Butterfly kisses - 12x12 layout, Fancy Pants Beach Babe patterned paper, Tim Holtz Alterations On the Edge die cuts, linen thread, ribbon, butterfly chipboard, Prima Pebbles Cailloux butterflies, dimensions

Princess of the Pool - 12x12 layout, Fancy Pants Beach Babe patterned paper, square scalloped punch, Tim Holtz On the Edge & Crown die cuts, jewels, chipboard, flowers, trinket star pins, grosgrain ribbon, dimensions

Reflection - 8x8 layout, Fancy Pants Beach Babe patterned paper, circle punch, button, jewels, dimensions, heart punch, glitter letter chipboard, jillibean soup twine, scalloped edge punch, journalling stamp.

You can check out these sweet layouts, and the supplies to make them at The Crafty Scrapper! :)

Guest Designer Yvette

2011-06-17T11:32:00.000-05:00

Here are some sweet layouts and cards from guest designer Yvette Spicer.

Monkeying Around – Imaginisce Animal Crackers Come One, Come All patterned paper, Tim Holtz texture fades Bingo, border punches, edge distresser, chip board, star stencil with ink, ribbon, twine and dimensionals.

Irelyn – Imaginisce Berrylicious Just Peachy patterend paper, scalloped punch, chipboard stars covered with patterned paper, chip board tag, buttons with hemp cord, ribbon, jellybean soup twine, scallop edge punch, dimensionals.

Enjoy every moment – Imaginisce Animal Crackers Pixie Sticks and Come one Call all patterned paper, Tim Holtz alterations mover and shapers, ribbon, paper flowers, black rhinestones, chipboard, Maya Road Trinket Pin, Karen Foster page pin ups, Stamps, dimensionals.

Siblings – Imaginisce Animal Crackers Pixie Sticks patterned paper, ribbon, edge punches, circle punches, buttons with hemp cord, stencils with ink, green gems, dimensionals.

Happy Bday Card – Imaginisce Animal Crackers Pixie Sticks patterend paper, Stamp, Scalloped punch, ribbon and dimensionals.

To see more of her work check out her blog http://ScrapnTiaNTx.blogspot.com/

Tea Party by Ginger

2011-06-16T10:28:00.000-05:00

Tea Party Mini Album

I designed this mini album for The Crafty Scrapper. They are needing this to take to the convention in Arlington the first of June. I really enjoyed making this. I used photos from my daughter-in-laws baby shower. We had it at the country club and we served tea and goodies.

This album was difficult due to the sizing of the paper to fit and cut out. I then inked the sides to give it a more detailed look. I then added all the goodies that was given to me plus many items from my stash at home.

Items Used:

Girls Paperie - Mixed Sources, Jubilee, and Vintage Whimsey

Star Dust Stickles

Martha Stewart - Luster Glass Microbeads- Kunzite

Chestnut Roan Ink

K & Company Die Cuts

Prima Flowers - various kinds

Maya Roads - Cloth banner

Tatered Angels Mist - Pink

Viva Pearl Pen

Thank you so much for looking!

Hugs - Ginger