Patricia Martin's craft area.

Patricia Martin was nice enough to share some photos of her craft space on our Facebook page.  She said, " Here are a few more pics of my messy desk area. At least,  I made 3 little wood halloween girls from the mess!!"

I just make stuff for fun then I get bored and move on.

Tracy's Scrap Desk and New Storage

Hi Everyone,

My name is Tracy and I am addicted to scrapbook supplies.  My hoarding started way back in 1996.  It was actually Kirstin's fault for being born and taking such cute baby photos. Kids!  My love of pictures led to this point.  Along the way, I added a desk, then a file cabinet, another desk, another file cabinet, cube shelving for albums and lots of bags (I am the original Bag Lady. Gina P is a close second.) 

 Recently, I added a smaller work desk which I actually keep relatively clean and a new storage cabinet.  When I am working on a project, I just rotate the supplies I am using.  Cards, bring out the Copics. Mini Albums, paper and rolls of pop dots.

Same desk, last week finishing up the Christmas SNAP book.

I have lots of bags that I use to carry projects back and forth to the store.

Here is my new storage cabinet.

Gina Painter is Throwing Down the Gauntlet

Hi Everyone

Let the messiest desk contest begin! I challenge my fellow crafters to "share" their work space and see who gets the most likes! Maybe Tracy Beck will give the winner a trophy from photo scraps to sit proudly on the winners desk! Good luck!

Can you find the desk in these pictures?



I will give you a hint, it's hidden under a couple pieces of paper and some other scrapbook supplies!



Disclaimer: no desk was cleaned in the taking of these pictures, only one pile of paper was moved so the desk surface would be visible!

Lisa C wanted to know if anyone actually thought Gina cleaned up first.   It looks pretty organized to me but my office is much worse.

Tina took on Gina's challenge for the Messiest desk

Hi everyone,

This is where the magic happens... My "craft" room, also doubles as an office. When I sit at my work table directly behind me is my desk. Now a couple of important disclaimers... Please ignore the really ugly (but really cheap) table cloth protecting the table... And second of all rest assured, it almost never looks like this! I have also included a picture for you to view the chaos in which I create!

The second picture shows how my work space looks at this very moment! It shrinks down to a 10"x15" space so that when I use my paper trimmer I have to stand up and put it on my chair!



I am prepping for classes as well as a craft show! So here it is: I am rising to Gina P.'s challenge to not be afraid to post our messy craft room! Please like this post! (Not that it's a contest...)

Oh and for all of you who think you have too much... This is only a glimpse.., but I have include a picture of my punch shelf... Later maybe the dies and stamps... I say there is no such thing as too much! Especially when Photo Scraps keeps luring me in with cute new items I can't live without!

October's Demo Day cards

Join us Saturday October 19th from 11-4pm for Demo Day!  I will have 2 offerings at my table:  a quick and cute Halloween card (my favorite holiday to create for) and a lovely sunflower card (good for lots of occasions).  The sunflower stamp set is from MFT and I am just loving it!!  I see lots of possibilities for it, from a standard sunflower to a variety of colors for Gerber daisies.

As always, I will have a bunch of sentiments on hand in case you want to stamp something different from what I have done.

On a side note, there are still just a few spots left in my Autumn Cards class.  Call and reserve your space soon before it's gone!

I'm looking forward to creating with you,
Cindy

NEW CLASS: Autumn Cards

Whether you call it Autumn or Fall, we will be making some beautiful cards to celebrate the season on Saturday October 12th.  We will make 2 of each of the 4 designs.  We will be doing a couple of techniques on some of the cards...be prepared to get inky and glittery!  You can't see the sparkle or the shading from the Copics very well from my pics, so come see the cards in person and then sign up.  I think they turned out lovely.

**Please make a note that this class will start at 2 pm and go until 5pm.  Kits WILL NOT be available for this class due to techniques.

Please bring the following items with you if you own them:

pop dots/foam tape
sharp scissors (yes, we will be cutting some things out)
disposable gloves and maybe an apron if you don't want to get messy

Copics:  Y family - 02, 15
YR family - 00, 12, 68
YG family - 03, 67
BG family - 0000
W family - 5
E family - 31, 37

I am looking forward to creating with you!
Cindy 

Copic Colors for TIna's Demo Day Card

Who's excited about Demo Day tomorrow?  Just drop in between 11-4 and you can make 22 different projects for just $2 each!  If you like to bring your own Copic markers, here is the list for Tina Dinsmore's pumpkin card.  YR15, 68, Y02, 19, 23, 28, YG63, 97, E25,55, B0000 and 0

Project Life Crop Saturday September 28th 6-Midnight

"I'm so excited! And I just can't hide it!" I'm about to lose control, and I think I like it!!!" Raise your hand if you remember that song! It popped into my head today when I was thinking about all the fun I'm having using the Project Life products right now. This picture shows just two of the pages from an entire album I was so excited to complete using this fast and easy style of scrapbooking. I love how quickly things come together, yet you still have the freedom for creativity. If you are new to scrapbooking or feeling overwhelmed by the idea of starting a big project, or just want to add a new dimension to your current scrapbooking style, sign up for the Project Life Crop on September 28th. You can work on any of your crafting projects that evening - scrapbooking, card making, other paper crafts, - but during the night I'll be showing you some Project Life pages plus other products that work well with that system so you'll leave with lots of good ideas AND a fun make & take! Hope to see you on the 28th! Gina A. Gina & Scott Adolph

My September Demo Day cards

Join us Saturday September 21, 2013 from 11 - 4 pm for Demo Day!  We will be creating what may be 2 of my last butterfly cards for the season at this Demo Day.

I cannot seem to let go of summer and butterflies even while everyone around me is focusing on Autumn and Winter, so we will be making 2 very different butterfly cards at my table using one gorgeous butterfly stamp set from Sweet & Sassy.  I love how I can get 2 completely different looking cards from this set!  As always, I will have a variety of sentiments on hand for you to choose from.

And on a side note...if you have not been to the Photo Scraps blog in a while...go check it out!  Tracy has been hard at work updating the blog and it looks fantastic!  It is bright, fresh & trendy...I love it!

See you soon!
Cindy

Tis' the Season for a NEW CLASS

Join me Saturday September 14th, 2013 from 12 - 3pm for my first Christmas Card class of 2013! 

We will be making a total of 8 cards in class (2 each of 4 designs), and one of the cards will be done in 2 different color schemes (check out the snowflake card).  We will also be doing some fun masking techniques with a favorite new find of mine...masking paper from Inkadinkado.  It's a must have!

Please bring the following Copics with you if you own them:

C family:  0, 3, 5
YG family:  17, 67
B family:  000, 0000
E family:  33, 34, 37, 41
Y family:  02
R family:  29
G family:  94
FB family:  2
YR family:  04

**I will be repeating this class on Saturday October 5th, 2013 from 12 - 3 pm**

  I'm looking forward to some holiday creating with you!
Cindy

Closing at 6:00 PM on Labor Day

Hi Everyone,

I just wanted to remind everyone that we will be closing at 6:00 PM on Labor Day.   Happy Labor Day!

Gift Frames from Tina

Hi all,

 Tina checking in with a project I threw together for my daughter, Kathryn. For those of you who know me, you know this was a big year as my "baby" is off to college. As we were winding down with her unpacking at Indiana University of Pennsylvania  Saturday night, she mentions that she feels that she should have something to give to her suite mates. Oh and that two of the girls made things for all of them! So, I came home and made these frames with Kathryn's input from afar. Texting pictures, for approval. Kathryn loves the frames and is happy so I am happy! The frames go out overnight mail tomorrow - dorm mates arrive Friday!

I painted wooden frames with acrylic paint, two- three coats. For the beach theme I also used the sand in a jar that we sell at the store. I have had it for awhile, and it was still great to use! I used 3-D embellishments to finish, with a small piece of burlap ribbon behind the shell. The hot pink frames are embellished with large satin flowers, Thickers 3D letters, fancy pearl bling (we sell it) and on one my signature pleated ribbon technique! So for all of you out there with someone in college or setting up an apartment this is a great inexpensive way to decorate. I am also using card stock on some frames for Kathryn. When they are done I will post them. Happy crafting!

My August Demo Day card

Join us Saturday 8/17/13 from 11-4 pm for our wonderful Demo Day!  I have had to miss the last 2 Demo Days for family reasons (all good stuff!) and am happy to be back in the groove for August.

We will be making this card at my table with a gorgeous poppy stamp from Impression Obsession.  I will have 50 available in orange and 50 in another color scheme.  I have had a love of poppies from as far back as I can remember.  I think I can link it to the Wizard Of Oz movie and Dorothy and gang laying down to nap in that huge poppy field.

I will have a variety of sentiments for you to choose from.  This would make a wonderful card for birthday, thank you, anniversary, and so many other occasions.

I hope to see you soon!
Cindy

Northwoods Masculine Cards with Tina

Tuesday August 27th  11-1 PM
Northwoods Masculine cards with Tina
Join Tina for 8 (2 of each card) new cards using the new Northwoods Rubber Stamps and Copic Markers.  Here is a photo of the colored designs.  I will update the photo to the actual cards in the near future.  $28

Lighthouse Cards class

Join me Saturday August 3rd (SOLD OUT) OR August 31st from 12-3 pm for an all new card class featuring lighthouses.  These cards are perfect for a variety of occasions (and are great when you need a masculine card too).

We will be doing the Reflection technique, masking, and coloring with inks and Copics as well.

Please bring the following Copics if they are in your collection:

B family:  02, 21, 66, 91

E family:  00, 23, 34, 71, 74

W family:  0, 2, 5

Y family:  02

YG family:  03, 67

BG family:  000

C family:  0

Kits will be available if you are unable to make it to class in-person.  Please let us know you need a kit when you call to register for class.

I look forward to creating with you soon!
Cindy