Monday, March 27, 2017

Make A-long supplies and tools

hello!

here's what you need if you plan on attending the Make A-longs at Scrappy Chic

several sheets of 81/2 x 11 and 12 x 12 cardstock: stick with one color (white, kraft, black)

decorative papers

adhesives:  wet and tape/glue stick
envelope maker
full size score board
paper trimmer
paper edge punch
corner rounder
scissors
ruler
pencil
1 1/2 yds ribbon

I will have several of the tools there but you will want your own if you have them!

Hope to see you there!
Check the Scrappy Chic website for more info.
margie

Thursday, March 23, 2017

Make A-longs!

 
 
something for everyone!  Cards, journals, little boxes, bigger boxes, felt fun and more!!
 
May 4 at Scrappy Chic.  Check out their website for more info!  Come when you can, make what you want!
 
Don't miss out!!
 
for information will be coming soon -  what you need:  papers, tools, etc.  (nothing out of the ordinary!)
 
 
And here is something I have been working on, too.  A Baby Album!  Guess who the star will be!?
 
 
 
More coming!!
 
And I do hope to see you soon!
margie
 
 

 





Wednesday, March 15, 2017

coming Soon!!

All of the Make A-long samples are finished for the fun day at Scrappy Chic.
Pictures and supplies will be posted soon.

oops!  sorry I don't have any sneak peeks to tempt you.
But I can say there are cards, journals, boxes, felt, little things, big things, nothing too difficult, nothing that requires too much stuff.......

Check back soon!!

Hope to see you soon, too.
margie

Monday, March 13, 2017

interesting dies......

I went to our local scrapbook store last week to pick up some papers for my Livonia classes.  I decided that I did need some of the new Distress Oxide ink pads - just four.  I'm hoping my limited knowledge of the color wheel is correct.
Anyway they were completely sold out (I am finding out that just about everyone is for that matter!).
So I checked out some dies.
For your information........
the new mini tattered florals thinlets are very much like the older tattered florals garland strip (long gray).  So unless you really need the branch, save some money.


the white flowers were cut with the strip die
the pink were cut with the new thinlets dies

My strip die is just about on its last legs.  It is very difficult to remove the cut paper from the shapes so I am glad I purchased the new set.

I also purchased a word set.  Bonus!!!  not only do you get the word bars, you also get all of the letters!
They were a little larger than I expected but very usable!

I bought the Celebrations set.


And I can't remember if I showed you the start of my second are journal entry so here it is.  The page is much further along but I forgot to take pictures.  Watch for more soon.


And remember to check out Scrappy Chic's website for class information!  Sizes are limited.
See you soon!
margie





Monday, March 6, 2017

March Sketches and Scraps 2017 just about ready to send

This Month's Sketches and Scraps is just about ready to send....
8 card samples, paper dimensions, directions, tips, techniques, photos and more  all for only $8!

And I have a few kits available for $8.50
all papers, embellishments, cards, envelopes - everything you need except the adhesives and distress inking.
Kits are for each set:

Set One

Set Two







Let me know if you would like to purchase the March Sketches and Scraps Class or either of the card kits.  
Email me - mad48152@gmail.com
leave a comment below
or find me on facebook and message me.......
Kits are limited so order soon if you would like one or both.

And don't forget to check out Scrappy Chic's website for Spring Class information.  Class participation is limited!
See you later, Alligator!
margie


Sunday, March 5, 2017

Spring Class Update

I will be teaching in Michigan this April and May!

Here are the dates and a few sneak peeks.....

Thursday, April 27
Solid Hits Cards



















Magnolia Jane Cards















Monday, May 1  Mini Gatefold Journal













Thursday, May 4   Make A-long fun
pictures and supply lists coming soon!


Check out Scrappy Chic's site for more info and keep watching here, too.
Happy Craft Month!!
margie

Friday, March 3, 2017

hmmmmmmm...

just waiting for things to be posted on the Scrappy Chic Calendar before posting anything here........

Wednesday, March 1, 2017

Thursday, February 23, 2017

getting ready.....

Classes in Livonia!!!
It's in the works!!!!
Watch here for pictures and more!!!
Springtime!!!

And how about that beautiful weather in Michigan???
I didn't even bring my winter coat!!!!  In February??!!!
Amazing!!!

margie

it's Rodeo week here in Tucson.  We went a cowboy concert last night - reminded me of the Matt Wotroba concerts back home.  And the parade is this morning.  All the schools are closed today and tomorrow so everyone can attend the happenings!  Fun times!


how do they keep their shirts sooooo clean?

Tuesday, February 14, 2017

sewing.......

I'm a sucker for bunnies and any kind of stuffed creatures.  So......when I saw a pattern for this, I had to give it a try.  I've had the chenille for years (it was going to be part of a fabric book) and the felt, too.  Oh, and the pom-pom makers (in three sizes!).




He is just over 12" tall.  I embroidered his little face instead of using buttons - don't want buttons for little babies.  It wasn't difficult, well, turning him right side out took a little time.  The pattern called for a stretchier fabric but with patience and a chopstick, it all worked out.
I really like a project that I have everything that is needed to complete.  And I really like the way he turned out - soft and squishy.

and here is my first entry in my journal........
crayola water colors

added doodles but had some trouble
with the pens writing smoothly over some of
the paint colors.
does anyone else "collect" black pens?
this pile doesn't include any of my black felt markers
and that is probably what I should have used in the first place.


The idea came from Kristina Werner's blog last week.  

And check out this paper!  Heidi Swapp Magnolia Jane......

The photo does not begin to show the richness of the colors.  I am planning a card class with these.
And it is going to be an In-person class back in Michigan, I hope.  (that's a little hint....).
More details will follow next week - at least that is my plan.
Woriking on  this little book, too.  Trust me, it will be a little book!



Last call for February Sketch and Scraps card kits.  

More info is in an earlier post.

And thanks to everyone that has purchased this year's class. (you still can!).
Be back in a few days.........
margie