Fabulous Folds

 These cards are ones that I made in the Fabulous Folds class that I took at the Scrapbook Expo.  The class featured products by Rubber Cafe.  We were lucky enough to get the stamp set free for signing up for the class.  So cute with the cute fruit.  After playing with the Scrap Happy Sheer Glue I had to go down to the showroom and get some for myself.  I just love it! It's not like ordinary glue, this dries tacky so you can then add your glitter or flock on top of your dried glue and since it has a fine point applicator it's perfect for writing.   We used it in class to add fine glitter to the centers of the fruits. It doesn't show as well in the photos but is stunning in person. 

Post Card Mini Book

This gorgeous mini book I created at the Scrapbook Expo in St. Charles. It was in a class that featured Melissa Frances products.  I was lucky enough to be introduced to some things that I haven't used before. 

 The Mica Flakes that I used to glitter up the flowers that I created for the front cover really gives it some shimmer without being over powering.  There are several spots in the book that I used the Mica.

 For the next page I outlined some spots on the rose and added Glass Glitter. 

 Here again the Mica Flakes was used.

 I created several fringe accents on the bottom of pages. 

 Cute little flower made from crepe paper.

 Here is an excellent example of the Mica Flakes.  Since they are clear you can still see the details below but adds a bit of depth and shimmer.

 Glass Glitter used to frame and accent.

And last but not least I added a fringe to the back cover and inked it to age.

Flip Video

Whew ! I had a great weekend! Besides the Expo, I got to babysit my Grandson for the first time, and Sunday night we had a family get together for my parents birthday.  That's always special for me, seeing and catching up with family. 

The Scrapbook Expo was great, saw some old friends, met some new, got some great deals, took a couple classes and all in all had a good time.  Now back to work... lots to catch up on.  You will be happy to know that I took the advice of those who answered my quest for a new & cheap video recorder and I ordered the Flip last night.  So rest easy those that have had audio problems hopefully there is a solution coming.  If this does not solve the problem I don't know what to tell you.  Unfortunately,this is an unpaid job, everything comes out of my own pocket so I can only do so much.  I try to help all those I can, that is who I am but sometimes things are beyond my control.  And for that I apologize.  I would love to be able to provide good, quality tutorials several times a week along with projects and other ideas and tips. 

So, long story short, I thought you all were worth it and went to the Flip website and ordered mine.  I found out that you can design your own cover or pick one of there covers for free.  This is what my Flip Video will look like.  Too Awesome! Lovin" that mustache! 

Creative Connection Event

This is truly an exciting year for me!!! My head is still spinning from all the greatness from CHA, the Scrapbook Expo is in a few weeks, since it's only a few miles from my home I go every year.  I've been looking forward to Tim Holtz Cruise, which is quickly approaching and now this... today I finalized my registration to The Creative Connection Event!!! I'm so excited!  I am so looking forward to attending this great gathering of women.  It really looks like they are going to have us busy for those three days!  You can find out more about The Creative Connection Event HERE.  It wraps up on Saturday and since I'll already be in Minnesota and I figure why not hop on over to Scrapfest on Sunday for a day of classes.  I can't wait to take Claudine Hellmuth's class.  I took her online class through Big Picture Classes last summer and LOVED it!  Whoo...I'm going to be exhausted!!!  So if I miss a post or two you will now know why, I'm getting up with what's new so I can bring you only the best info,  the newest and the greatest!!!

You too can attend the Creative Connection they are having a contest to win 2 tickets + hotel room click HERE to find out more.

I'm sure by now you all have heard that Tim Holtz has made history being the first "man" in the Where Women Create magazine.  Well, I picked up 2 copies of Where Women Create.   Because while I'm  at the Creative Connection Event they will having a book signing one of the nights and I am going to have both copies signed by Tim Holtz  plus all the other fabulous women that will be attending the signing party!  One of the copies I will keep for myself but the other I am going to pass on to one of you.  When I get home I will have a giveaway on my blog so keep posted!  Yeah YOU!!!

Scrapbook Expo

I just registered for the Scrapbook Expo that is held in Saint Charles, IL. Aug. 19 & 20th. This is by far my favorite scrapbook show that I attend. There are tons of great deals, the classes are wonderful with great instructors plus they are very generous with lots of extra freebies in your classes. The Scrapbook Expo is held at Pheasant Run Resort, I personally have never stayed at the resort (I live only 10 min. from the expo). Friends have stayed there and have loved it, I recommend Harvest, an upscale restaurant in the hotel (located near Zanies Comedy Club), it also has a Mario Tricoci Spa for anyone looking for a spa treatment.

Here are a couple videos from the Expo last year...

Key To Creativity Mini Journal

I promised to share some of the things I made at Scrapfest this year with you. This is the mini book that we created in Tim Holtz's class. I added a video so you can see inside the book and I could further explain some of the details of the book. I hope you enjoy it! At first I was thinking it was so little but it's actually a nice size for school pictures and a great purse size. I might be making more of these for gifts. Another bonus the smaller size means they are quicker to finish. :)

This Brings Me Joy Mini Album

I promised to show you some of the things I made at the Scrapfest this year. This project was made in my Creative Imaginations class taught by Cheryl Mezzetti. I finally found some time to add some pictures to the book. The pictures were taken this summer and are of my family. My parents, my sister and her family and my wonderful husband and my two great sons. Enjoy the book and I hope you get some ideas you can use in your crafting.

Front Cover Pages 1 & 2

Pages 3 & 4

Pages 5 & 6

Pages 7 & 8

Pages 9 & 10

Back CoverLeft to right

Nick (22 yr) 3rd degree Black Belt and Karate Instructor,Tim, My wonderful husband, Me, & Matt (23 yr) Computer genius! I am so proud of my family!

Tales From Scrapfest 2010

My Tim Bookends: My Darling Husband Tim, Me, & the Creative Genius TimTim & IMe & MarioWell I made it home safe and sound from Scrapfest in Minnesota. It was my first time to go, my wonderful husband brought me for my birthday. I was especially excited because it was held at the Mall of America. I've been to the MOA before because my son, Nick, who's a 3rd degree black belt in Karate goes there every year for a competition. But now that he is older he goes by himself so I kind of missed my tax free clothes shopping.

Tim, the best husband ever, holding all my clothes while I shopped. He said he never spent four days at the mall before much less drove 7 hours to do it. LOL. He is such a sweetie he carried my bag between classes and sat in the hall reading his book while I while I went about my shopping and crafting. I love him so much. And no I won't rent him out.

Well, it was great fun I took a total of 8 classes including Tim Holtz's. His was my first class and of course my favorite, he had a great gift for everyone too, the new Christmas texture plates that won't be released for sale till next month and package of the flourish grunge board. I had Tim sign my texture plates and my inventory book. I learned quite a few things in my classes but most of the classes were quite rushed (they were only 45 min. long) I am used to the 2 hour classes at the Scrapbook Expo. I was finishing some of the projects in the hotel and on the drive home and have quite a few to still complete. I will post them in the next few days so stay tuned.

Myself & Michelle

I was also able to meet up with quite a few friends that I have met through my blog which was so nice. It's always so nice to be able to put a face to a name and the kind words that are passed. I was able to make some new friends too. I am convinced that scrappers are the nicest, sweetest people! And when you put a couple thousand of them together you are bound to have a great time!

I love Tim's little box he keeps all his metal trinkets in. So cool, he found it at a flea market. It's like a mini Caboodle. Lovin' it! I watched his demo and learned lots of great tips...did you know that you can cut your metal charms with his red handled scissors. You can!

Here's some more inspiration for you...

I will post the projects I made in the next few days.

Favorite Finds from the Scrapbook Expo

I am a bit delayed in posting this video of some of my favorite finds from the Scapbook Expo. It was held in St. Charles, IL this past August. It is my favorite expo with great deals on scrapbook products and great classes. Hope you enjoy it!!!

Clear Mini Album

This is a mini book I made at the Scrapbook Expo last month. I wanted to share it with you all. I haven't put any pictures in it yet. It is my first acrylic book and I'm sure I will be making more. So much fun to make and not intimidating at all.

Page 1 (Front Cover)

Page 2 & 3 Pages 4 & 5

Pages 6 & 7

Pages 8 & 9

Pages 10 & 11

Pages 12 (Back Cover)