A scrapper's cure to the recession!

Who doesn't like new scrapbooking stuff? And especially when you're getting a deal! That's my kind of party!

Grab a friend and join us for the

Scrapbooking Supply Swap Meet

Saturday, October 24th from 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m.

Basement of the New Castle Branch Library, New Castle, CO

We'll have a flea market set up with tables set up from each seller for you to come and shop and find great deals on papers, stamp sets, ink pads, embellishments, alterables, how-to books/magazines, tools and much, much more!

There will be a large assortment of new and used items all going at incredible discounts plus handmade cards and other projects available, too!

The admission is FREE!

Got stuff to sell? We've got a few table spaces still available. Tables are free, but you must RSVP by e-mailing me at jasafras98@yahoo.com if you want one! They are available on a first-e-mailed, first served basis, so be sure to get your spot reserved today!

I hope to see you there!!!!

Girls Night Out Preview

In the spirit of this week's challenge over at Practical Scrappers, my project for this Friday's Girl's Night Out Crop that I'm hosting with my friend Candace uses a whole bunch of scraps in fun, bright colors. It seems that everywhere I look these days I see a bright and shiny sun

on everything from layouts to cards to clothes. What better way to send out summer with a bang than with a project featuring it, too?

Besides, all of the sunny projects reminded me of when my mom would sing "You Are My Sunshine" to me when I was a little girl. With a huge hoard of family baby pictures, the hardest part about this layout was choosing my favorites.

Here's what we'll be doing as my project this coming Friday:

I'm pretty jazzed with how this layout turned out - I love the bright summery colors against the neutral kraft cardstock. I free handed the little cloud and popped the sun up with thick pop dots to add a little extra umpf. For the most part, this was created with scraps and leftover buttons that came from the pile of leftovers on my desk. The kraft cardstock is from Stampin' Up. The letter stamps, inks, hemp and the papers used for the sun are from Close To My Heart. I used my trusty Bic Mark-It pen for journaling and outlining.

From what I hear, Candace is planning on a birthday card project since it's her birthday weekend. Come celebrate with us and have a great girl's night out - I know I'm looking forward to seeing everyone again! Email me by Thursday afternoon if you're going to join the fun, too!

Sneak peek at March projects

Spring is sneaking up on us and it's the perfect time to use the fun new Emporium papers. They're my favorite line in the latest Close To My Heart catalog and I've used them a bunch already. I'm not usually the girl who creates workshop projects until nearly the last minute so the fact that these are not only done, but cut out and ready for my crops next week says a lot!

This first spring layout is what we'll be doing as the CTMH project for the Girls' Night Out Crop next Friday, March 13. It uses a lot of glitter and bling and the cute Bunny Love stamps, so it's perfect for girls night. I hope you'll be able to join us!

Girls Night Out Crop - Friday, March 13 from 6-10 p.m. at the Rifle Fire Station. Join Candice (Stampin' Up) and I for a night filled with cute projects, good food and fabulous friends! Enjoy two create-n-takes, plus plenty of time and space to work on your own stuff too. Just $10 for a great night out! Please RSVP by March 12.

This is our Glenwood Springs Crop Club layout.

Glenwood Springs Crop Club - Sunday, March 14 from 12:30-5 p.m. at my Glenwood Springs home. We'll create a beautiful 2-page layout just in time for spring celebrations. JUST $7 FOR DROP INS or FREE for club members. Wear something green for a chance to win a free CTMH stamp set! Please RSVP by March 13 - address details given at time of registration.


Also, if you were interested in our Close To Home Retreat in May, we only have FIVE SPOTS left! SPACES ARE FILLING FAST for the Close to Home Retreat/Crop for a Cause! Friday, May 1st-Sunday May 3rd at the Silt Fire Station. Celebrate National Scrapbooking Month in style with create & takes from Close To My Heart and Stampin' Up. This event is a fundraiser for the Rifle Relay for Life. $100 includes all meals, create & takes, door prizes & more! There are only a few spots left & spaces are going VERY fast! If you're interested, please let me know ASAP! Check out this posting for further details: Retreat Info


I hope you'll be able to join us this month for lots of scrapping fun!

February club fun!

Here's the Unforgettable layout we completed at our monthly club meeting yesterday. It was inspired by another CTMH crafty chick - Heather Gerard. {Almost} everything here is Close To My Heart.

I used my fancy new Boho Blossoms punch from Stampin' Up for the little orange flowers - much easier than having to cut out stamped images. I added pewter brads to the centers and popped them up with pop dots.

I slip-knotted the satin ribbon through one of our new Foundry Bookplates and did a little ink distressing to finish it off.

If you enjoy projects like this, join us for our next Club meeting, Sunday, March 15th from 12:30-5 p.m. at my home in Glenwood. We'll be creating cute Easter pages using the Emporium paper packet.

February crops featuring the beautiful new Unforgettable paper packet!

Join me in February to learn fun new techniques and make beautiful projects featuring the brand new Unforgettable papers & coordinating stamps! These beautiful Asian-inspired designs are perfect for spring and Valentine’s Day projects! (Check out the attached pic for a preview!) *Please note the date changes!*

Glenwood Springs Crop Club – SUNDAY, February 8 from 12-5 p.m. at my Glenwood Springs home. We’ll create a special “Unforgettable” layout for your Valentine using the new papers and Foundry Pewter Book Plates, plus delicious chocolate and pink satin ribbons. Lunch will be served. $10 for drop ins or FREE for club members. Please RSVP by February 6th.

Girls Night Out Friday Crop – Friday, FEBRUARY 20th from 6-10 p.m. at the Rifle Fire Station. Join myself & Candice Stukes from Stampin’ Up for two beautiful projects, plus plenty of time and space to work on your own things too! Refreshments served. Just $10 to join the fun! Please RSVP by February 19th.

For further details or to reserve your spot for one (or both!) of these events, please email me at jasafras98@yahoo.com.

January 2009 Classes & Workshops

Girls Night Out Crop - Friday, Jan. 9th from 6-10 p.m. in Rifle

Learn new techniques and create cute projects with me and my friend Candice from Stampin’ Up. Only $10 for projects, snacks and extra time and space to work on your own projects too. Please RSVP by Jan. 8th.

Glenwood Springs Crop Club - Saturday, Jan. 17th from 11-3

Create a 2-page, 12x12 Valentine themed layout using the new Creative Basics Emporium Collection. New members will receive a FREE new embellishment pack of their choice (Pewter Designer Brads, Foundry Bookplates, Love Always Journaling Spots, Pretty Pins or Stardust Flexi Labels) with their first order in their 6-month commitment. Drop ins welcome! $10 or FREE for club members. Please RSVP no later than Jan. 15th.

Clearly Yours Valentine Clear Album Workshop - Saturday, Jan. 31st in Glenwood Springs starting at 1 p.m.

Learn how to utelize StazOn inks, rub-ons, double-designed papers and more to create a unique gift and keepsake. You’ll have everything you need to complete one album, with PLENTY of extras to take home for other projects. Pricing options to fit every budget:

Good - Includes any paper packet of your choice (not including Key To My Heart January special kit), My Creations Clear Acrylic Mini-Album (approx. 6x6) and assorted ribbons & accent embellishments - $40
Better - Includes above, plus coordinating Stickease and Mini-Medley Accent Collection - $55
Best - Includes above, plus choice of rub-ons (set of 3 sheets) and clear sparkles - $70

***Additional albums available for $17.50 inc. tax, shipping & handling.***

Pricing levels for albums using the Key To My Heart special kit (pictured):

January Kit Special - “Good” album kit - includes the exclusive Key To My Heart paper packet, Key To My Heart e-sized stamp set and acrylic album - $79
January Kit Special - “Better” album kit - Includes above, plus FREE Spring Blossom Collection Mini Medley Accents, and $60 in CTMH products of your choice! - $111
January Kit Special - “Best” album kit - Includes Key To My Heart paper packet & stamp set, plus FREE Spring Blossom Collection Mini Medley Accents, FREE “Moments in Time “ January Stamp of the Month & FREE rub-ons of your choice PLUS AN ADDITIONAL $130 in CTMH products of your choice FOR ONLY $150! (Retail value over $240!!!)

RSVP & class fee due no later than Jan. 19th. Class size is limited, so hurry and hold your spot today!



To reserve your spot or for further details on any of my upcoming workshops, please contact me at jasafras98@yahoo.com.