29 gifts workshop/challenge

join us for this unique, fun and personal growth challenge!
in our workshop offering we will create a book/journal to track our individual progress then come together after and share our experiences.
be a part of the arts & scraps challenge...we'll sign our group up on the 29gifts website and share our group experience ...there as well.
please visit 29gifts.org for more info...then sign up for this workshop and share, grow and start 2010 with gratitude and giving! :)


http://www.29gifts.org/

date: january 30th
time: 11:30-2:00

happy new year to all!

We will open the book.
Its pages are blank.
We are going to put words on them ourselves.
The book is called Opportunity and its first chapter is New Year's Day.
~Edith Lovejoy Pierce

new class policy

we made a change to our class policy for 2010. change is in bold below. please take note...thanks!!!

**please note: CLASS POLICY- pre-registration is required. A pre-paid/non-refundable registration fee of $10.00 per class is required upon sign-up. This fee will be applied to the class fee paid the day of class. If for any reason arts & scraps must cancel a workshop this registration fee will be reimbursed. please bring the following items to every class: your favorite adhesive, bone folder, ink pads and applicators. (if you do not own these supplies they are available for purchase. please ask for assistance if you have any questions). other helpful tools include; crop-o-dile, sanders, stapler, atc punch, paper trimmer. we have these supplies to share but if you have your own please bring along.

atc desktop organizer brown bag lunch workshop

1/9- 11:30 to 5:30… atc spinner desktop organizer
you will not want to miss this special workshop! this is an all day, 2 part, brown bag lunch class. we’ll start by building the basics….construction of insert cards and dividers, break for lunch (at 1:30), then finish up with embellishing and decorating (the fun part!! ;) we’ll add tons and tons of cards, pockets, bling, dimension and nifty stuff. this is a grab-a-girlfriend, sit back and relax and craft-the-day-away class…and you’ll leave with an amazing, extremely useful finished project to boot!
Cost for this workshop is $29.95 for the atc spinner and $45.00 for the class. (register for this workshop by 12/30 and receive a 25% discount on the spinner!!)

spinner creations 2010

1/2- 11:30 to 1:30… spinner creations for 2010
our spinner series continues, but with a NEW twist. each monthly workshop will feature a themed 97% complete sticker sheet. our first set will feature the “Nest” sticker. the concept for our spinner this year is somewhat introspective, “all about me”ish….create a spinner that tells YOUR story. with the Nest theme this month you will be able to add photos, journaling and keepsakes telling the story of your home, your comforts...where you nest. fun huh!!? upcoming themes include; “wish” (relate all your dreams and wishes), “life” (share your unique life story), “remember”(favorite memories, people, times and the like)…..we will complete 12 themes all for you to fill-in and personalize. this time next year you’ll have a fabulous masterpiece of YOU! (or leave blank and give as a very special gift).
cost for this workshop: $65.00.=$40. spinner/$25. workshop.

atc display workshop

1/23- 2:30 to 5:30… atc family=love display set
you requested, we deliver!! here’s another fabulous series offering from arts & scraps. Denise will design an entire presentation to be used on the 7 gypsies atc photo displays. Take your miniature works of art home, hang proudly on your display for the season. We’ll design a new collection for upcoming holidays and seasons as the year progresses. Our theme in this time around will be family= love (for February/Valentines).
cost for this workshop: $30.00 (atc display stands sold separately).

January 2010 workshops

full listing of January 2010 workshop offerings from arts & scraps, inc….

1/2- 11:30 to 1:30… spinner creations for 2010
our spinner series continues, but with a NEW twist. each monthly workshop will feature a themed 97% complete sticker sheet. our first set will feature the “Nest” sticker. the concept for our spinner this year is somewhat introspective, “all about me”ish….create a spinner that tells YOUR story. with the Nest theme this month you will be able to add photos, journaling and keepsakes telling the story of your home, your comforts...where you nest. fun huh!!? upcoming themes include; “wish” (relate all your dreams and wishes), “life” (share your unique life story), “remember”(favorite memories, people, times and the like)…..we will complete 12 themes all for you to fill-in and personalize. this time next year you’ll have a fabulous masterpiece of YOU! (or leave blank and give as a very special gift).
cost for this workshop: $65.00.=$40. spinner/$25. workshop.

1/2- 2:30-5:30… handmade junque journals for 2010
use this handmade journal to set and track your new year goals, journal your resolutions or just utilize as a fabulous keepsake. with beautiful new papers, encouraging and uplifting quotes throughout, this book will be a favorite to turn to all year long! cost for this workshop: $30.00

1/9- 11:30 to 5:30… atc spinner desktop organizer
you will not want to miss this special workshop! this is an all day, 2 part, brown bag lunch class. we’ll start by building the basics….construction of insert cards and dividers, break for lunch (at 1:30), then finish up with embellishing and decorating (the fun part!! ;) we’ll add tons and tons of cards, pockets, bling, dimension and nifty stuff. this is a grab-a-girlfriend, sit back and relax and craft-the-day-away class…and you’ll leave with an amazing, extremely useful finished project to boot!
Cost for this workshop is $29.95 for the atc spinner and $45.00 for the class. (register for this workshop by 12/30 and receive a 25% discount on the spinner!!)

1/16- 11:30 to 2:00....recipe flip books
a super cool recipe keeper that can be added to forever!! totally adaptable AND it is constructed on a snazzy stand that you can set on your counter to FLIP through to find your favorite recipe. This crafty creation “stands” on the counter, stays open to the page you want annnd…no need to tuck this beauty away… it is cute and “leave-out” worthy! cost for this workshop: $30.00.
**(bring a dozen of your favorite homemade cookies and the recipe to share).

1/16- 3:30 to 5:30… altered cases
ok…let’s try this one more time…..love Denise's altered caravan case?? join us to make your very own!! cover your case with paper, embellishments and more. Bring along your own favorite ephemera to personalize your cool case. Makes a fabulous case to carry your workshop supplies to class!!
cost for this workshop: $40.00 (includes super cool case)

1/23- 11:30 to 1:30… retail therapy zig-zag books...
a zig-zag book in a bag...PERFECT for a retail therapy keepsake.
create this for your teen, best friends or YOU!!
commemorate all those fun and glorious shopping/therapy sessions or plan a special one just for this keepsake.
cost for this workshop: $27.00

1/23- 2:30 to 5:30… atc family=love display set
you requested, we deliver!! here’s another fabulous series offering from arts & scraps. Denise will design an entire presentation to be used on the 7 gypsies atc photo displays. Take your miniature works of art home, hang proudly on your display for the season. We’ll design a new collection for upcoming holidays and seasons as the year progresses. Our theme in this time around will be family= love (for February/Valentines).
cost for this workshop: $30.00 (atc display stands sold separately).

1/30- 11:30-2:00...join us for this unique, fun and personal growth challenge!
in our workshop offering we will create a book/journal to track our individual progress then come together after and share our experiences.
be a part of the arts & scraps challenge...we'll sign our group up on the 29gifts website and share our group experience ...there as well.
please visit 29gifts.org for more info...then sign up for this workshop and share, grow and start 2010 with gratitude and giving! :)
cost for this workshop: journal-$30.00 the fun of this challenge- priceless!!

1/30- 3:30 to 5:30....magnificent magnet boards
craft this super, duper magnet board for your office, scrap room or makes a wonderful gift! complete with frame and handmade magnets...you'll want one for every room!! cost for this workshop: $49.00 (incudes frame & hanging hardware)

holiday hours....

holiday hours.... we will be closed Thursday and Friday in preparation for our HUGE Christmas holiday sale and decor reveal on Saturday!
enjoy turkey day festivities,
stock up on cheap socks...
but be sure to save a buck or two for our BIG sale on Saturday :)

troop notes

"troop notes" starts today, Veteran's Day.
what is troop notes you ask...please read on for all the info about this program that we are so excited to be participating in!!

we are making and collecting cards for our troops overseas. typical card gathering groups make cards to send as greetings to our troops...we are approaching this in a little different way.
we are sending cards for the soldiers to use themselves, to write letters, send notes and greetings home to family and friends. supplies are very limited for our soldiers overseas, we hope to gather 1000s of cards, providing our American heroes some holiday joy and ease in communicating with loved ones back home.
so, please, if you can take a moment today**, drop in to make a card...drop off cards or purchase a card to send to a soldier.
thank you for your support!!

**(please note: we are launching this program on Veteran's Day, however we will gather cards up until Thanksgiving).

totally terrific techniques...

...join us!

Nov. 7th
11:30 to 1:30
Totally Terrific Techniques
a strictly technique based class (not a project class).
we will show you a number of very cool altering techniques including; how to use walnut ink to distress, age and alter a variety of paper & fabric items, multiple masking techniques and some very cool bleaching projects.
You will be able to apply these techniques in so many ways, for all kinds of projects and your friends will be amazed!!
cost for this workshop: $30.00

gypsy night hoopla

a fabulous time was had by all!
(especially lucky Lori, our BIG winner...check out all that gypsy loot!!)

the gypsies are coming!!!

The Gypsies are coming, the Gypsies are coming! Come to Arts & Scraps Monday night 6-9pm to meet a real life Gypsy from 7 Gypsies. Janell will be here to teach us tips and tricks with the Binderie punch. There will be prizes, discounts and FUN!!! Bring your friends and don't miss it!!! Spread the word...the more the merrier!!

3/50 project

as the Holiday shopping season gets closer it's a great time to remind everyone to SHOP LOCAL. :)
Support your small business owner before they become a thing of the past.

http://www.the350project.net/home.html

...remember your local feed stores, craft & hobby shops, mocha stands, restaurants, hardware stores, gift shops and home builders. Home Depot and Wal Mart have the capital to stay afloat in these tough times, help your mom and pop shops, they need you!!!
your choices today will create your choices tomorrow.

...only...

...6 more days!!!

Halloween keepsake bingo books

Check out this sweet little book constructed with Jenni Bowlin Bingo cards.
so easy to create but how CUTE!!
(my mind is spinning with all the possibilities...remember all the bingo card themes...school, love, Christmas, birthday, home...my oh my!!)

November workshops

Nov. 7th
11:30 to 1:30
Totally Terrific Techniques
a strictly technique based class (not a project class).
we will show you a number of very cool altering techniques including; how to use walnut ink to distress, age and alter a variety of paper & fabric items, multiple masking techniques and some very cool bleaching projects.
You will be able to apply these techniques in so many ways, for all kinds of projects and your friends will be amazed!!
cost for this workshop: $30.00














2:30 to 5:00
Thanksgiving pennant banners
craft a sweet, decorative banner to feature in your holiday decor or give as a very special gift. the front of our banner features the word "thankful"...each letter has its own unique design. the backside of our banner showcases each family member on each pennant with room for a photo and a journal spot for sharing their thankful musings.
cost for this workshop: $30.00

Nov. 14th
11:30 to 1:30
Thanksgiving Spinner Card Set
yet another fabulous spinner set! this one features Thanksgiving and holiday cards.
cost for this workshop: $25.00














2:30 to 5:00
Thankful page/wall hanging keepsake
a very crafty scrapbook "page"...but oh so much more!! clever openings, sliders, hinges and knobs all combine for an oober textury, ultra fabulous keepsake deserving of a very special place in your home decor (not tucked away in a book for heaven's sake!!) .
cost for this workshop: $30.00

Nov. 21st
11:30 to 1:30
Christmas Box w/ coordinating mini book
Christmas meets our Halloween treat boxes...voila! Christmas gifts for all!! Similar designing as our treat boxes but with ultra holiday flair! ....and a very sweet mini book inside to boot!
cost for this workshop: $35.00

2:30 to 5:30
Christmas Advent Calendars
a brand new version this year...mini slider boxes open to reveal the treat or special note for the day as you and your family counts down to the big day!! we'll use one of the many new designer paper lines for '09. another one that makes a very special gift.
cost for this workshop: $35.00

Nov. 28th
11:30 to 2:00
my altered art case
open up your inner artist and collage, paint, glue, sand and grunge your very own artist case!! the perfect size...not too big..not too small...just perfect to carry all your class supplies. so make a statement and dazzle your friends with your very own handy, dandy, one-of-a-kind valise!
cost for this workshop: $45.00

3:00 to 5:30
artist photo trays
the arts & scraps version of vintage printers trays. we make this entire project from scratch (you will feel quite accomplished after this one gals!!) after crafting the actual trays, we'll paint, collage and embellish each opening for a most impressive creation. bring 5-7 black and white or sepia toned photos ready to use.
cost for this workshop: $50.00

cute n' easy tin project

check out this super cute atc tin project from 7 gypsies.
do we love the gypsies or what!!??

Bonkers for Bunko

our first ever Bunko Party was a blast!!
we had a great group of gals rollin' the dice, chattin' it up and winnin' fabulous artsy prizes!! (gift cards, free classes, paper, stickers, albums, trinkets and more!!)
thanks to all who attended...can't wait for the next one!!!

Saturday classes rock

another fun set of spinner cards and the fabulous Halloween treat boxes
were a HUGE hit Saturday.



















missed it??
no worries!
sign up for our next spinner class Nov. 14th and a
Christmas version of the Halloween treat box Nov. 21st!
call the shop to reserve a seat....space is limited.
360-254-6021

Bunko night fast approaching!

REMINDER:
Bunko this coming Tuesday at 6:00...bring your lucky charms and we'll see you there!! (we'll be making calls Sunday and Monday to confirm all those that signed up).

trashed to treasured

yup...that IS a recycled beer case!
makes the perfect base for a ooky, spooky house!
fun, fun.
Please note: we highly recommend saving the case contents until AFTER crafting your house!

winner, winner chicken dinner!!

remember back when we had you guess our special November guest??

we had 2 lucky winners!
Molly and Rosemarie.
Molly dropped by today to retrieve her prize...
She got to pick out 5 of her favorite 7 gypsies 97% complete stickers...whoot whoot!


and remember...save the date!
November 2nd the gypsies are coming!!

spooky collage house

our spooky collage workshop this weekend has a a couple seats remaining...
call us to join the creepy, collagey fun!!









10/10- 11:30 to 1:30 Haunted Houses Revisited
Our haunted houses last year were a huge favorite...so we're bringing them back....however, this spooky house creation will be different from last year (different shape and includes some collage fun!), so if you took that one you can still take this one...build a haunted neighborhood or give as a one-of-a-kind gift!
cost for this workshop: $30.00

call: 360.254.6021

quick reminders...

*First Friday Crop tonight!! 6pm to 12am (2 seats open!)

*Halloween Calendar Workshop--Saturday 11:30-1:30 (there's still room to join!)



give us a call to reserve your seat for these fabulous offerings!
360-254-6021

it's here!

graphic 45 is here along with oodles of tim holtz treasures!!!

bunko update

we have added another table!
so...a couple more seats have opened up.
let us know if you would like to come play...good times!!

b-i-n-g-o!

jenni bowlin favorites...back in stock!