Inspiration on Thursday

Hi there,

We have some fabulous new layouts to share with you this week, I am sure they will inspire you to get your scrap on!


all 3 layouts were created by Elaine.....

Elaine has such a knack at mixing patterned papers to create something unique and inspiring.  Whether she is working form a sketch, lifting a design or creating something on her own.... she puts he own unique and beautiful twist on it.


We would really love to see what you are creating this week. Leave us a comment with your blog address (or other link) ... we will be sure to stop by and leave you some love.  Also, don't forget you can email anything you wish to share, to me here, to have them shown off on our Thursday blog posts.   We would love to share your creations and our readers would love to see them!

Thanks for visiting!
Laura
xoxo

January Sketch Challenge Winner

Hello!

Our January sketch challenge drew to a close last night.   And before I announce the winner, I wanted to share this lovely layout with you, Nicole did a lovely job job using sketch three to feature her gorgeous photo......

Nicole feel free to grab our 'I was featured at ScrapMuch?' blinkie from the sidebar!

 And now for our winner, generated by a random draw.......


 Carla   is our winner this month!  Congratulations  Carla!  Email us here to claim your prize.  And grab your "I won at ScrapMuch?" blinkie from the sidebar!

Thanks to everyone that played along.  We hope you join us again for our February Sketch-y Friday Challenges. The first one will be revealed tomorrow.

Thanks for visiting!
Laura
xoxo

Valentine chain - A Tutorial

Hi there1

I have a quick tutorial for you this week, a great Valentine craft to make with the kiddies.... a little knock off on the Christmas paper chain.  I found this idea on Pinterest.

 First gather up your supplies, you will need 1 sheet of 12 x 12 paper cut down into 1x6 strips and a stapler.  (Of course, you can make this longer if you wish.)

 Take 2 strips of paper and staple at the bottom.

 Now roll the top into the centre and insert 2 more pieces of paper into it, and staple (where my thumb is).

Continue on until you get something like this.  That's it as easy as that.... some short one handing from the chandelier would be fun and longer ones swagged along the top of draperies, too.

Thanks for visiting!
Laura
xoxo

January Colour Challenge Winner

Hello!

Our January colour challenge drew to a close last night.   And before I announce the winner, I wanted to share this lovely layout with you, Mirelle did a great job using the colours of this challenge to highlight her fabulous photo......

Mirelle feel free to grab our 'I was featured at ScrapMuch?' blinkie from the sidebar!

And now for our winner, using Random.org  ......

Here are your random numbers:

9 

Timestamp: 2013-01-29 14:15:11 UTC

Which means Wendy C is our winner this month!  Congratulations Wendy!  Email us here to claim your prize.  And grab your "I won at ScrapMuch?" blinkie from the sidebar!

Thanks to everyone that played along.  We hope you join us again for February's  Colour Challenge (any guesses on the colours for February?), which will be released next Tuesday, February 5th!

Thanks for visiting!
Laura
xoxo

February 2nd Crop Class

Hi all,

We have a super fun class lined up for you at this coming Saturday's crop!

This is a 3 piece class including a treat box, tag and card.  The cost is $12.75 +hst for all 3 pieces and you do not need to attend the crop to come for the class.  Kits may be pre-ordered.

*note - treat box contents not included

Call us at 905-730-2673 or email us here, to reserve your spot.

Have a great day!
Laura
xoxo

February Crops

Hi there!

Just a little reminder in case you haven't heard, here is our February crop information .....

There are 2 dates to choose from!  

Saturday February 2nd and Saturday February 9th 

from 9am-5pm.  

Cost is $25+ tax for each crop 

or ONLY $40+ tax for BOTH! 

Bring your scrappy stuff and have a great day scrapping with friends.  Store will be set up on site.  

Lunch, snack, and beverage included.  

Email us at scrapmuch@rogers.com to reserve your space!

Thanks for visiting!

Laura

Fundraising FYI

Hi there,

ScrapMuch? is helping spread the word about a fundraiser for the Sexual Abuse and Assault Centre for the Waterloo Region, keep reading for all of  the details.

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   Crop & Fundraiser: Scrapbook Weekend Retreat

   Join us on Friday March 1st through Sunday March 3rd for our Scrapbook Fundraiser for the Sexual Assault Support Centre of Waterloo Region. The event will be held at the Cambridge Hotel - Conference Centre, located at 700 Hespeler Road, N3H5L8 Cambridge.

   Your weekend retreat includes accommodations for Friday and Saturday night. Breakfast, lunch, supper, Saturday. Sunday breakfast. Snack Friday and Saturday night. Wireless internet. Each Scrapper will receive a fabulous goody bag and scrapping space. We will also have an onsite vendor . In addition to that there will be prizes for all who attend this event with additional opportunities for prizes to be won.

   This event begins Friday March 1st from 5 pm until Sunday March 3rd at noon.

The cost is as follows

4 in a room $195 each person.

3 in a room $215 each person.

2 in a room $250 each person.

1 in a room $360 each person.

*$25 from each ticket sold will be donated on your behalf to the Sexual Assault Support Centre of Waterloo Region.

The crop room will close at 11:30 every night and will reopen at 8am each morning.

Please contact us for more details at dianne@houseofscraps.ca

Tickets will be limited so reserve your spot now!!!

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Scrapmuch?  is not participating in this event, however, we do feel that this is a great cause and we were all too happy to help spread the word and offer a prize for their raffle.

Thanks for visiting.

Laura

xoxo

Sketch-y Friday

Hi all!

It's that time of the week again, when I get to share a new sketch with you !

And, I also have a sample for  you.  This week it is Elaine's turn to inspire you.....

 

Now it's your turn!  Play along and share it with us!

Here is a run down of the rules.  We are offering a little prize to one lucky scrapper that participates in at least 2 of this month's 4 sketches.  Just link up your creations at the bottom of each Sketch-y Friday post, all qualifying scrappers will be entered into a random draw for a prize.  Only one entry per sketch please.  You have until Wednesday January 30th at midnight to participate in any of January's sketch challenges, each linkup tool will remain open until that date!  But remember, you must play along with 2 different sketches for a chance to win!  (International participants may be required to pay some shipping fees. ) Who knows, maybe we will run this challenge month after month if you love it and keep playing along!

Thanks for visiting!
Laura
xoxo

 

Facebook Fun Challenge Winner

Hi there!

So sorry friends, that I am tardy in posting this.  I am not sure where the week went, but I am here now!

The winner of the $25.00 store gift card is ......


Joanne Johnstone!!

Congrats Joanne!  Thanks to everyone that played along and sent so many new friends our way!

Have a great evening!
Laura
xoxo

Inspiration on Thursday

Hello all!

We have something fun and unique to share with you this week!  Elaine was recently asked to create a guest registry for an 80th birthday party.  It was to have spaces to for the guests to sign as well as many photos that depict what an amazing life the recipient is enjoying and how much she means to her family.  Elaine, decided that given the number of photos and the number of guests coming to the party, that this guest book needed to be in 12 x 12 format.  In a beautiful album, that would become a keepsake for the recipient.  What a beautiful idea, and she did such an incredible job that I knew you would want to see it, too!

 Don't you just love the lined paper theme throughout the album, giving lots of space to add warm wishes.

 And the cohesive look, by using the same papers and elements throughout.

I'm sure you will agree that this is beyond gorgeous and a lovely keepsake.

 What are you creating this week? Leave us a comment with your blog address (or other link) ... we will be sure to stop by and leave you some love.  Also, don't forget you can email anything you wish to share, to me here, to have them shown off on our Thursday blog posts.


Thanks for visiting!
Laura
xoxo

Lollipop Tea Light - Tutorial

Hi there!

I have a quick and fun little tutorial to share with you today.  I saw this Lollipop Tea Light idea a few years ago, and have been waiting for just the right time to share it.

I think it will make a cute Valentine for your girl friends.

Let's get started.....

You will need a tea light candle, a sucker stick, a clear cellophane bag, ribbons, and washi tape.

Adhere the sucker stick to the back of the tea light candle with washi tape.

No wrap the candle with washi tape.  Now pop it into the bag, and the fun begins - you know the part where we make it pretty!

 Tie on a tag, so you have somewhere to add a little message ( I created this one using my Silhouette).

 Now for a die cut, and / or a button and some twine.

 And it's all done and ready for gifting!  Wouldn't these also make fun shower favours!

Thanks for visiting!
Laura
xoxo

Spring Retreat Update!

hi there!

 

On MARCH 22/23/24th we will be hosting our Spring Retreat at the Elmhurst and we are very much looking forward to this fun-filled weekend of scrapping and relaxing with you!  For those of you who have had the pleasure of joining us in the past you can atest that it is just a wonderful weekend experience away.  

 

Enjoy 24 hour scrapping, all meals and snacks catered by the Elmhurst and luxurious suites.  Sound great? We only have a few spots left, so if you are thinking of joining us, register today!  Check our our information page here or Email us here for more information!

 

For those of you who have already registered, the 2nd installment is due in February.  Click here to make your payment.

 

Thanks for visiting, and let the count down begin!

Laura

xoxo

A Class for January

Hi friends!

Well, you have been asking for it so, we are delivering!  We have a beautiful class lined up for you featuring a layout and 3 cards!

 

 

 Wednesday January 30th 7-9pm

 65 Gaydon Way

only $15.75 + hst

 Basic supply kit needed - paper trimmer, adhesive, pop dots and ink (if desired for distressing) Supplies available for purchase prior to class.

Call (905) 730-2673 or email us here to reserve your spot. 

Spaces are limited so do not delay.

Thanks for visiting! 

Laura

xoxo 

We are heading out on the road in March!

Hi there!

We are heading out on the road in March, why don't you join us!  ScrapMuch? is fortunate to be asked to be the onsite store for this year's 5th annual JustGutsta Crop event.  Raising funds and awareness for Crohn's and colitis research.  Here are the details, sure hope you can join us!

  

 

Fundraiser Crop

Come join us on 

Saturday March 2nd  9am - 9pm

New Dundee Community Centre 1028 Queen Street, New Dundee

12 hours of fun filled crop time. A CRAZY amount of prizes, lunch, snacks and dinner - all raising money to FIND A CURE for Inflammatory Bowel Disease. All funds raised go directly to the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of Canada. 

Only $45 for the whole day including prizes, food, fun, finding the cure and all!

CLICK HERE to go to the FB page to register, or here to their webpage.

Thanks for visiitng!

Laura

xoxo

February Crop Dates

Hi there!

We have our February crop information for you .....

There are 2 dates to choose from!  

Saturday February 2nd and Saturday February 9th 

from 9am-5pm.  

Cost is $25+ tax for each crop 

or ONLY $40+ tax for BOTH! 

Bring your scrappy stuff and have a great day scrapping with friends.  Store will be set up on site.  

Lunch, snack, and beverage included.  

Email us at scrapmuch@rogers.com to reserve your space!

Thanks for visiting!

Laura

Sketch-y Friday

H all!

It's that time of the week again, when I get to share a new sketch with you !

And, I also have a sample for  you, created by the talented Eileen....

Now it's your turn!  Play along and share it with us!

Here is a run down of the rules.  We are offering a little prize to one lucky scrapper that participates in at least 2 of this month's 4 sketches.  Just link up your creations at the bottom of each Sketch-y Friday post, all qualifying scrappers will be entered into a random draw for a prize.  Only one entry per sketch please.  You have until Wednesday January 30th at midnight to participate in any of January's sketch challenges, each linkup tool will remain open until that date!  But remember, you must play along with 2 different sketches for a chance to win!  (International participants may be required to pay some shipping fees. ) Who knows, maybe we will run this challenge month after month if you love it and keep playing along!

Thanks for visiting!
Laura
xoxo

 

Inspiration on Thursday

Hi there,

We have some fabulous new layouts to share with you this week, I am sure they will inspire you to get your scrap on!

First up, we have  a double and single page from Sheri....

 This layout features a fun, spring colour scheme with multiple photos of each page.

 And this layout shows a fun way to use up scraps or to feature all of your favourite patterns in one spot.

Next up we also have a single page and double page from Sandy.

Sandy has done a great job of embellishing this layout as well as mixing patterns.

This layout is a great example of a good way to feature sequential photos,  Keeping papers simple maintains the focus on the pictures.

Thanks again for sharing, ladies !

 What are you creating this week? Leave us a comment with your blog address (or other link) ... we will be sure to stop by and leave you some love.  Also, don't forget you can email anything you wish to share, to me here, to have them shown off on our Thursday blog posts.


Thanks for visiting!
Laura
xoxo

Faux Stitching with paint - Tutorial

Hi there!

I have  a new tutorial to share with you today.  I ran across this a few years ago, finally got around to testing it out and thought I`d share it with all of you.

 You will need some craft paint, a scrap of cardstock and a Seamstress`tracing wheel.  These can be pick up for as little as a few bucks in your notions department or if you have a sewer in the family - borrow one.

First put a line of paint onto your scrap of cardstock, you do not need a lot.  I have tried this on a plastic dish (so that there is no waste, but you need something with some give).  Now, run your wheel back and forth through the paint a few time so that all of the little tines are covered.

 Now, working on your project area, press firmly but not too hard, so that the wheel rolls all the way around.  You can see that it leaves nice painted `stitching`with good coverage and even lines.  I did a few different swipes to show you that you can easily go in a straight line or a gentle arc... sharper turns are a little trickier - so go slowly.

I used this technique for the first time on the green card stock on this card, it was super fun and quick.

Thanks for visiting.
Laura
xoxo

ScrapMuch? on the Road

Hi all!

We want to let you know that ScrapMuch? is gong on the road again!  We are proud to announce that we will once again be the onsite store at the Just Gutsta Scrap crop to raise funds and awareness for  Crohn's & Colitis research.

You can find out more information here.  We hope you will help us support this great cause!

Thanks for visiting!
Laura
xoxo

Sketch-y Friday

H all!

It's that time of the week again, when I get to share a new sketch with you ( and cross all m y fingers and hope you like it enough to play along)!

And, I also have a sample for  you.... this week was my turn to play along.....

Now it's your turn!  Play along and share it with us!

Here is a run down of the rules.  We are offering a little prize to one lucky scrapper that participates in at least 2 of this month's 4 sketches.  Just link up your creations at the bottom of each Sketch-y Friday post, all qualifying scrappers will be entered into a random draw for a prize.  Only one entry per sketch please.  You have until Wednesday January 30th at midnight to participate in any of January's sketch challenges, each linkup tool will remain open until that date!  But remember, you must play along with 2 different sketches for a chance to win!  (International participants may be required to pay some shipping fees. ) Who knows, maybe we will run this challenge month after month if you love it and keep playing along!

Thanks for visiting!
Laura
xoxo