Update on Wrapper's Delight

Just wanted to let you know, we only have about 5 spots left for Wrapper's Delight 2.0. So, sign up now!! We have some really fun things planned. Don't forget: Dirty Santa, Cookie Swap and crop time!! We're also throwing in a little Creative Session so you can see how to make a few fun projects that are perfect for Christmas, and easily adaptable for other occasions. And, we're doing a little Show and Tell. We want you to show us your holiday crafting, either decor or gifts - we want to see. Share with us and maybe we'll all get to swap some ideas and then we'll be able to finish up our Christmas list with some fun handmade goodies!!

Wrapper's Delight Version 2.0

We had so much fun last year at Wrapper's Delight - we decided to do it again. And the Running with Scissors Crop was so much fun, we want to do it again, too - with a twist. So we're bringing to you Wrapper's Delight Version 2.0!

Think of it as a more intimate Wrapper's Delight! We know Christmas is right around the corner - we're talking 38 days away!!! So, come hang out for the day and get those craft projects finished up, work on your December Daily album, or finish your Christmas cards - whatever you need to work on! Or just use the day as a getaway for you! Just a break from the craziness. (Oh, you can bring your favorite beverage of choice, some snacks if you want, and maybe a lamp for your spot!)

So here are the details:
Friday, December 11th from 8am to 10pm
at Mrs. Claus's Workshop
(okay, Lucy's house)
You and 19 of your closest friends - that's right - this crop is only for the first 20 to register and pay!!

And here's where the twist comes in - this isn't just a crop!
We're having some holiday fun! First, we are going to do a Cookie Swap!! Everyone that comes needs to bring 2 dozen cookies, on a tray and we'll swap them! Every will leave with a mix of yummy cookies they can share with their family, or give as a gift!! Don't worry - you can go buy some cookies out of the bakery if you aren't a baker, or just buy the slice and bake cookies - they are all yummy!!

We can all share our recipes, too - and we'll have more than twenty recipes to whip up before Christmas, or for next Christmas!!

And then we'll have a little Christmas fun and play Dirty Santa. So, everyone can bring a handmade ornament and we'll play Dirty Santa! Fun times, right? I love playing Dirty Santa!

All the other fun crop activites will be going on, too - the Accucut and Slice will be ready for you! Goodie bags and door prizes, as well!

There will be some Scripts news, too!
You won't want to miss that, I promise!!
(I'll give you a little hint - there will be some GOOD sneaks and an announcement you won't want to miss)


Okay - you can click over there - on the right - and register and pay. Keep checking back here for more info about the fun to come!!

Crop at my house!

Crop at my house next Friday, October 9th!!
Join us at 8:00am Friday morning and hang out until midnight!!!!
(or later if you want to crash on the couch)
$25.00
We have so many fun door prizes and goodie bags!!
Some things you'll get are from Pink Paislee, Jenni Bowlin, Glue Arts, Jilli Bean Soup, Bazzil, Creative Cafe, Compendium, Bella Blvd., and Goody (the hair products)!! How fun is that?

Coffee round the clock, lunch and LOTS of snacks!!

We will have a "mini" store and of course.....

the Accucut machine with ALL of our dies!!

There is a paypal link if you want to sign up. click here CROP
Space is very limited...so act now!

Over $4,000 raised for Breast Cancer Awareness

So happy for Brittney! She is walking in the Breast Cancer 3-Day Walk. Her goal was to raise $100. She thought she could probably raise a little more than that. We had a silent auction and had several attendees and designers donate something. We had autographed books, kits, and handmade items. We gave the attendees a couple of hours to bid on silent auction sheets. As I was walking in to help Brittney close it out, someone stopped me and said we should take each item and open it to the floor. Sounded great to me.....go tell B. She did and I bet we doubled our money! It was so fun! Have you ever been to a live auction? Everyone gets into it and has fun outbidding each other. We raised around $1800 on Friday night.

Saturday night rolls around and we asked around for a few more items to auction off. Margie had on an adorable apron that was handmade by her! She offered to put it up for bid. Jessica donated 10 classes in her Scrapbooking Alchemy series, Jenni Bowlin donated 2 kits, Nancy Holley donated a camera strap and ended up donating 2 to the top 2 bidders! They went for $75 adn $80, I think! Margie's apron was a huge hit. She ended up donating to the top 2 bidders, as well. One went for $350 and the other $400!! Gretchen offered a custom mini album, Gail, Bella Blvd designer, donated a birthday mini album. We were on FIRE! It was the most exhilarating feeling! Brittney was brought to tears. So much generosity. It was a moment I will never forget. We ended up opening the floor to anyone that wanted to donate $5 or $10 and got our total up to $4000. Wow, that is a lot of money raised in a weekend. We are so blessed to have support around us. We have all been touched in some way by this disease and many of us will have to face it in our future. I am so glad we could do something to help. I know Brittney will do a great job walking 60 miles! She really is an inspiration. I am so proud to be her friend.

Margie and Brittney raising over $4000 for Breast Cancer Awareness! B is walking 60 miles in Atlanta!!! This was one of the BEST moments of the event!!

Brittney, Margie and myself.......at the end of a LONG weekend. We still look pretty cute, huh?

Ray and Mary Lou! The cutest newlyweds on the block! He was so happy to be there with her! I loved watching them all weekend.

Here is that cute Stephanie from Bella Blvd, that I keep talking about. Love this girl!!

I ripped this little collage from Elizabeth's blog. It was just too easy to have so many pics in one place! Thanks, Liz!!

They muscle man in the corner is a hilarious story! He was scouting the place for an event of some kind and Margie asked for his picture! Of course, he obliged. I think he likes to pose for the camera!

The group pic is of us all setting our cameras on the table on timer and then running to get in the picture! So much fun!!

Thanks to Margie and Elizabeth for posting all the pictures. It made it so easy for me! If you have pictures from the event put a link to your blog or facebook page for us all to see! Thanks for a fantastic weekend!!

Artist's Workshop pictures

Little Yellow Bicycle donated the bags.....They really stand out in a crowd! They were packed with tons of giveaways from the generous sponsors!!

Dan, the CEO of Making Memories, doing a demo for several ladies at the Event.

He brought some FABULOUS doorprizes......He gave away 2 Slice Machines! He also brought a Making Memories Garden Party Slice kit to giveaway. 3 lucky ladies won prizes at the Artist's Workshop! Thanks Dan!

One of the tables at the Artist's Workshop. We made Tim Holtz Fragment necklaces with the charms, patterned paper and dandelion stamps. A little reminder to always be "Wishfully Thinking". The Artist's Workshop was one of my favorite parts of the event. Cute little projects from several vendors! Everyone got to show off different projects with their fantastic products!

WOW - it's almost here.

Can you believe the event is THIS WEEK? I'm so excited. I really have to get my supplies together and make a list of what to pack!

I just wanted to let everyone know that I sent out the Jessica Sprague information again just now so if you didn't receive it, you should now. If for some reason you still don't get it - email me at lisatanner@charter.net and I'll forward it to you.

Keep checking here this week for any new information you may need!

lisa

Official Wishful Thinking Merchandise

Hey if you want some really cute pajama pants for Friday night.......you need to check this out!!

Two chicks Designs

The orders need to be in by Sunday night. Your order will be delivered at the event!!

I also REALLY want one of those yellow totes!! It's HUGE.....15x18x10..seriously, we could fit SOOOO much good stuff in there!!

What is it......6 days away? I hope you are ready! We are!!

Supply lists in one place!

Yesterday, Brittney and I (and Pat and Lisa) were going over the to-do list for the 100th time. Early in the day Brittney had told me to compile a supply list in one place for everyone. Well, I didn't write it down. Around 3:30 we were going over that list, again. I couldn't remember what I was supposed to do! I knew it was pretty important, but my mind was blank. I woke up around 5am and remembered! I tried to fight it and get a couple more hours of sleep. Oh well, didn't happen! So, I got up and came in to watch the sunrise.....haven't done that in, well, I couldn't tell you when.....Very nice by the way! I digress.....as usual these days.

So, I am heading into the forum, just to see what's happening. I haven't checked in lately. What do you know, Natalie beat me to it! By at least an hour!! I had to give her credit on this post. It was almost like a little lifesaver. I'm thinking she should find me at the event and I should give her something for making my job easier....don't you think? hehe

I will get Elizabeth's supply list ASAP.

For the Artist's Workshop, I need you to bring your taperunner and scissors.

I can't tell you how this is coming together. I finished that to-do list yesterday. I kinda have a free weekend. Isn't that crazy? I guess it all works out like it should. I have a feeling I won't be sleeping much in the next week.....anyone have a good remedy for red-puffy eyes? I will be needing it!

Have a great Friday. Go see Vanessa if you are in Birmingham. There's a pretty big sale going on at Scrap ETC!

The LISTS:

by Natalie on Fri Apr 24, 2009 4:16 am

I had to do this for myself - so I thought I would share... if anyone knows the supply list for Elizabeth's class-please post...

Gretchen's Class:

basic kit (there's another thread with what's usually in a basic kit - here on the boards)
needle for handstitching

Melodee's Class:

Creamy Brown ink cat ink
Crop a dile
4 x 4 Acrylic block
2 x 2 Acrylic block
1 x 6 Acrylic block or any long skinny block that is at least 6 inches in length.
Clorox wipes or baby wipes
Sanding tool
Tape runner or your favorite adhesive

Jenni's list:

This class supply list was posted a while back on the event blog, so I thought I'd just remind you of what's needed:

trimmer
scissors
craft knife and mat
decorative scissors (mini pinking shears)
dry tape runner
glue dots
liquid glue or glossy accents
krylon silver metallic paint pen - jenni says this would come in handy!

photos: 2x4 with room for cropping
Margies Class:
Basic scrap supplies:
trimmer
scissors
adhesive
Glue dots
sanding block
crop a dile
Stapler
craft knife
cutting mat
Glue stick- we will be wallpapering so make sure you have plenty!
Pencil
Journaling pen, I used American Crafts brown
Extra Supplies:
3 foam brushes
brown stazon ink
Acrylic block for stamping
apron if your dirty, we will be Painting!

Photos:
10-12 photos this is an 8x8 mini album so photos can be any size...
My album is titled My Girls...The line we are using is Making Memories newest teen line Just Chillin, we are using the girl's line. It's young fresh and hip colors...
The title can easily be changed to fit your photos!

Jessica’s Class:
Layout 1 and 2 – do homework and print out photo collages.
Layout 3: Everyday
2 photos
1. In Photoshop, open the Titles document, and print it onto white cardstock (use the plain paper setting on your printer, but use the Photo or Best mode if your printer has it).
2. Using Photoshop or Microsoft Word, type out your daily schedule. Keep the journaling block less than 3 inches wide.
3. Bring two 4x6 horizontal photos with you, that show your everyday life.


Elizabeth’s Class - ?????

Look what was in my inbox!!!

Sneak Peeks of Margie's class!! Woo hoo! I am so freaking excited about this event! This mini book is so cute and using the newest Making Memories products! Making Memories rocked this class with tons of product. I LOVE what Margie did with it. Those puffy alphas are to die for!!
I just love seeing a snippet of her studio! Are you ready? What other questions do you have? We are getting out the supply lists as soon as we get them. BTW...here's Margie's!

Basic scrap supplies:
trimmer
scissors
adhesive
Glue dots
sanding block
crop a dile
Stapler
craft knife
cutting mat
Glue stick- we will be wallpapering so make sure you have plenty!
Pencil
Journaling pen, I used American Crafts brown
Extra Supplies:
3 foam brushes
brown stazon ink
Acrylic block for stamping
apron if your dirty, we will be Painting!

Photos:
10-12 photos this is an 8x8 mini album so photos can be any size...
My album is titled My Girls...The line we are using is Making Memories newest teen line Just Chillin, we are using the girl's line. It's young fresh and hip colors...
The title can easily be changed to fit your photos!


Did you get Jessica's info? If you have ANY questions, please email her! She is more than happy to answer any questions you have. This is a stretch for some of us who have never done digi. I hope it's enough for you to try it and decide if you love it! Luckily, we are learning from the Queen of digital!!

Our Silent Auction is coming together!

Our Silent Auction awaits!

Donations from some fabulous friends:

Red Velvet Art

Carol Snyder

Virginia Tillery

Lisa Tanner

Amy Nabors

Katie Burnett

Camp Crop Alot

WFHK radio

Cathy Zielske

Wilna Furstenburg

The Domino Girls

Rosemary Palmer (Close to my heart)

and more to come....................................................

I will post a few sneaks if I get the projects in early!

100% of the proceeds from this auction will go to the Susan G. Komen foundation, to benefit Breast Cancer Research!!!

Are you getting the emails?

If you are registered for the event and haven't received emails from us about the event - shoot an email to scrapetcevents@gmail.com and let us know. I had a few emails bounce back and just want to make sure we reach everyone!!

And have you checked the message board for supply lists and games and fun? Go check it out!

Lisa

Slumber Party at Wishful Thinking

Do I have some fun information for you? YES, I DO!

So, Friday night we are having a SLUMBER PARTY! You know you guys are going to have some room to crop, right? Well, during the cropping - we're going to have a SLUMBER PARTY. Games, music, door prizes and cute pajama's are on the agenda. We'll provide the music, games and prizes but the pj's are on you! Come in your fave old pj's, your cute character pj's, you satiny pj's, your flannel gown - whatever you like!!

I'm thinking you might want to have an idea of what's going to happen at this SLUMBER PARTY. Well, we've got some fun games planned. Some you may have seen before and some brand new fun!! I don't want to spoil the surprise and tell you everything, but I do want to tell you about a thing, or two!!

First - let's have a photo contest!! Not the cutest baby, not the sweetest pet - but YOU!! We want to see pictures of YOU!! Old and new. So, dig out a baby picture, an elementary school picture or a prom picture and bring it along. OH, don't forget a more recent picture, too. So, we're going to display the photos and see who can match the old picture to the new picture!! If you are interested in playing along go check out www.scrapetc.com and visit the message board area for more information - you can sign up to play while you're there.

And how about a Round Robin? I love the idea of doing Round Robins. So, do you know what this is? You get a group of people - usually around 6, and you each start with a blank canvas, just cardstock - you bring with you adhesive and a few other specified items and you start working on a page. You get a short amount of time to work, the buzzer rings and you move your page to the right. So then the person next to you adds something to your page, the buzzer rings, you switch again - to the right. Eventually, you'll get your page back with touches from everyone else. We're doing a themed Round Robin - WISHES!! So you bring a photo that represents your WISH. Check out the message board at www.scrapetc.com for more information and let us know if you want to play along!

Okay, I think I've spilled all the information I can! I hope you are as excited about this event as we are! We can't wait to see you!

(Oh on a side note - I was in the store today and saw some goods for one of the classes and OH MY GOODNESS - I just can't wait for you to see!!)

If you've missed anything - so forget to check the message boards or the event site!!
We'll see you soon!!

Lisa

Have you seen.............

THIS?

Melodee Langworthy

I have a couple of sneak peeks for you from Melodee Langworthy.
The stamping this girl does is incredible! You are going to love the finished project!



Melodee's Class Supply List

Creamy Brown ink cat ink
Crop a dile
4 x 4 Acrylic block
2 x 2 Acrylic block
1 x 6 Acrylic block or any long skinny block that is at least 6 inches in length.
Clorox wipes or baby wipes
Sanding tool
Tape runner or your favorite adhesive

Gretchen McElveen

Just a few notes from
Gretchen McElveen:

Six of one, half dozen of another!!!

6 cards and 6 layouts, woo-hoo!!!

And, the best part, you are certain to leave with everything COMPLETE! (and, if you don't, it's only because you were too busy looking at the pics of her hot brothers!!!)

Don't worry, this class will be packed full of fabulous products from our wonderful sponsors:
American Crafts
My Little Shoebox
KI memories
My Mind's Eye
Making Memories
Prism

**Sneak peeks still to come**

Items to bring to class:
Basic Class Supply List
Needle for hand stitching

Homework:
Nothing specific!
(if you want -totally optional- a few photos for the following themes: summer, family, friendship, all about me)

A little hint from Gretchen

Good Morning!! I was reading blogs this morning and WOW - there it was - a little info about Gretchen's class for Wishful Thinking!! Go check it out here: Gretchen's Blog

She's got some great companies sponsoring her class. I can't wait to see it all!!

Have a great Monday!!

Attend the 2009 Scrap Etc. Event for only $10!

Hello, scrapbook friends! Yes, you read that right! You can have a chance to attend the Scrap ETC event for only $10!

Here's the scoop:

My friend B is participating in the 3 day walk to benefit the Susan G. Komen foundation.

(You can read more about her part in the walk here.)

Lucy has so kindly agreed to donate a ONE space to the Event.......to be raffled for Brittney's team!

A $399 value.....for only $10.00

It's very simple. You pay $10 for a chance to attend the event.

Everyone that buys a chance will be entered, and Brittney will draw one name to be the winner. Easy, peasy!

And the best part is......your $10 will go directly to the Susan G. Komen foundation in the fight for a cure for breast cancer!

So, will you help us? Will you donate $10 for one chance, or $30 for 3 chances, etc? Each time you donate $10, you get another chance at a ticket!

If you decide to donate & enter......good luck! We are so thankful that Lucy has agreed to to this, and we hope that together, we can find a cure!

To find more details, and to donate, click here!

For updates and registration info:
ScrapETCEvent09

If you miss anything, don't worry, you can check it out

at Scrap ETC.com

Another FREE spot being given away!!!

Margie Romney-Aslett is giving away a spot to the Scrap ETC event!! Her blog is so cute....
I can't wait to hang out with her. She has such a contagious, fun personality! I want to follow her around the world!! She is always traveling somewhere, teaching a fabulous class. We are going to have so much fun in Atlanta!! Come on....don't you want to win?

A peek into Melodee Langworthy

How long have you been scrapbooking?
7 years

What was your first venture into the crafting world?
I still have my very first scrapbook I made at the age of 10. It is a beautiful old green album filled with drawings, birthday cards, photos and clippings.

First crafty claim to fame?
Sold several oil painting as a young adult.

Favorite type of project? mini album, layout, card, altered?
I am totally a altered mini album type of girl :)

Favorite type of embellishment?
Little bits of stickers with words on them have to be my favorite embellishment.

Tool you can't live without?
Clear Stamps!

If you want to see some of the fabulous thing Melodee has been working on - check her out here. I can't wait to see some sneak peeks of her project for Wishful Thinking!!

A little info about Jessica Sprague!

How long have you been scrapbooking?

Paper since the summer of 2004. Digi since late 2005.

What was your first venture into the crafting world?

I used to be a fairly decent seamstress, and with my grandma's help I made my own dress for Junior Homecoming in high school :)

First crafty claim to fame?
Learning how to use non-left handed scissors in 2nd grade.

Favorite type of project? mini album, layout, card, altered?

I love making all kinds of paper crafting projects. Probably decor, mini albums, and layouts are my favorite!

Favorite type of embellishment?

Chipboard. I own an embarrassing number of letters and shapes.

Tool you can't live without?

My Epson R1900 printer, and Photoshop. Oh, and the internet of course. ;)

You can learn more about Jessica here! Keep checking back here for more!