Use those scraps class!!!!

Hey there girlees!

 What's happening hot stuff?  We have been like a busy little bee hive over here!  Take a peek at what we have goin' on tonight!  Its time for this months Frugal Class! 

Use those Scraps!

Frugal Scrappin’ May 26^th 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.

This month’s Frugal Scrappin’ class will focus on USING YOUR SCRAPS as we complete four masculine themed cards.  Join the Frugal Scrapper Extraordinaire (aka Lori McCausland) and her awesome sidekick, Karen Thede, for a fun filled class where we will USE OUR SCRAPS and also learn the importance of finishing the inside of your card!

Frugal Scrappin’ 5/26 Supply List

Ranger Archival Ink-Coffee (or some other brown ink)

Distress Ink – Corduroy Brown, Scattered Straw, Forest Moss (or other similar colors)

Gold Paint Dabber

Tape Runner

Glue Dots

Pop Dots

Paper Trimmer

Scissors

Thes girls are too smart!  What an awesome idea!  Ihave a huge basket of scraps! 

I need to come and sign up!  760-630-CROP  

Stay tuned to the blog…word on the street is we have 4 big orders coming in!!! 

I will post it here as soon as they are here! 

Cross your fingers Mr. Brown shorts has them on his truck today! 

That would be awesome! 

Also tomorrow night we have a crop from 6 pm – Midnight, so grab your girlees and come on over!

New Products are here!

Hi Girls! 

Well we have some fun things to share with you today! 

 First off, we have loads of  custom made High School papers from our local schools.  We have lots of papers, and also embellishments to match.  They will be perfect for grad layouts, and also lots of you have been making announcements, and invites with them too!

We  also have 5 new lines from Creative Imaginations…really cute fresh new lines, come on in and see them!

We have also received a second order from We R Memory Keepers, and the ever popular Seweasy tool.  They have been flying off our shelves!  We have all new heads in again so come and pick out a few more for your tool. 

 Here is a video to show you how neat this tool is! 

Glittery springtime fabric photo banner

What are you doing next Sunday? 

 Have you heard about our new home decor classes?  Well round two is coming up and you don't want to miss out on the darling glittery springtime fabric photo banner.  

It is coming up this Sunday, May 22nd, and being taught by the very talented Alicia Kazsuk.

Here’s a fresh twist on home photo display! With a little bit of texture and a whole lot of sparkle, this lovely photo banner combines black and white photos, fun chipboard shapes, burlap, ribbon and even tulle. It would be stunning draped across a window, over a fireplace or bookshelf, or even in a child’s room. Or what a great wedding gift, grandparent gift, or even “best friend” gift! 

Join mixed media artist Alicia Kazsuk as we create this versatile and unique piece. We’ll learn some new techniques, play with Luminarte and even use the hot new SewEasy tool! $40

Two hot classes this week!

We have some awesome classes coming up for the next two weeks! 

Let's start out with this one for this Sunday!  May 15th @ Noon

Happy Go Lucky Card Class!  Taught by tool guru Cheri Villafranca!
Oh all the lucky flowers everywhere!!!!! 

In this card class you will be making 6 handmade cards that are both cheerful and fun.  

 We will be using new My Mind’s papers from their new Lime Twist line.  We will be using fabric, stickles, glitter, glimmer mist and of course my favorite New Sew Easy Tool.  There are some very cool new sewing piercers that were recently releases.  They are lots of fun and great to stitch with.  We will also be using the We R Memory Keepers Cutting system.  If you have never used this system I hope you can join me in trying it out.  It is super easy and great to have in your scrapbooking collection.  

Hope you can join me for some more card making fun. $25.

This class will also be taught on May 28th at 10am, since it is so popular!

Supplies Needed:
Paper Trimmer, Dry Adhesive, Wet Adhesive (something that dries clear), foam dots, glue dots, paper piercer, scissors, Sew Easy Tool (if you have one – if not the store will have those available for purchase)

Then we have this class as well coming up on Saturday May 21st at 10 am.

Nancy has made the most darling Disney  "Believe" album!

This fun filled album features Queen & Co.’s Magic paper collection and accessories. It will hold tons of Disney memories, both photo and journaling.  If you love glitter, ribbons, and stickers you will love this album. Each page is a new adventure with lots of flips and fold outs to open and close. I’ve even added a couple of collectible Disney items in the album. Class will include Pre-work/homework Packs. $65.

Both of these class sample are in the store and they are adorable.  Drop in and take a peek at them!  Call the store if you would like to hold a spot for a class:  760-360-CROP

The boss has lost her mind!!!

Wahoooooo!  

You better get in her fast!!!!  Check out this sale for the weekend!!! 

Happy scrappy weekend!

National scrapbook weekend is here!

We have so much fun happening this weekend, I can't even keep track of it all!    We have two all day crops on Friday, and Saturday…please go to the classes section on the website for all the nitty gritty details!  There are a few spots left for the Friday night crop, but the Saturday is sold out!

Then on Friday night we have special guest Marah returning with a beautiful new album! 

Songs of Summer Bird Book-

Join Marah Johnson for this technique filled mini book perfect for spring and summer photos, book is filled with birds, butterflies and music notes, and gorgeous textures made by you….learn how to make flowers with paper towels. and a mixture of Luminarte products. Your hands will be filled with paint, glitter, foils, inks, stamps, vintage book pages.

  

Students will be able to CHOOSE THEIR OWN COVER COLORS

 

$45

Please bring:

1/2" wide nylon paint brush

foam brush

cream acrylic paint

gel  matte medium

white paper towels

baby wipes

white glue

glue dots

tape runner

zip dry

Oh mY goodness…  Then on Saturday  we have Fiskateer Tami Bayer to Host Rockin' Make-n-Take on National Scrapbook Day, and it is free!!!!  It is so cute, made from Jillibean soup papers with strawberries…and some fun stamps and tools…you have to come and do it…and it is FREE!

 
May 7th 
10 a.m.-2 p.m 
FREE Fiskars Make-n-Take with Tami 
Call to sign up for a timeslot! 
Come get crafty and help us celebrate our 12th National Scrapbook Day 
 
You can learn more about Tami at www.fiskateers.com/blog/tami-bayer 

Please bring your own tape runner for the make and take…just in case…

Be back tomorrow with more news about the weekend! 

Cricut Classes are Still Hot! Check These Out…

Beginner Cricut Techniques with Erin Payne

Saturday, September 10th

10-11:30 a.m.

Did you get a Cricut, and it is still in the box!?  No worries…I will walk you through all the cool things a Cricut can do for you.  We will start at the beginning, like how to turn it on, and then we will go from there.  I will show you how to use the most basic buttons on your Cricut, and then we will get to cutting.  By the time class is over you will have the hang of your machine, and even think like a Cricut thinks.

We will cover the keys, and their functions and also discuss mat tips, and sprays, and all kinds of other ideas and tricks.

All class participants must bring their own Cricut Machines, and MATS.  Don’t forget your plug as well.   I will provide with a cheat sheet, loaded with great ideas. You will also leave with a completed project.  Either Size of Cricut machine is fine for this class.

Just $20

Advanced Cricut Techniques with Erin Payne

Saturday, September 10th

12-1:30 p.m.

This class is for those gals who have fooled with their cricuts enough to know the basics, or who have taken the beginner cricut class.

In order to take this class, you must have the Cricut Expression Machine.

During this class, I will teach you the nitty gritty of how to use your cricut.

All class participants must bring their own Cricut Machines, and MATS.

We will cover every single button on the large machine, and you will be able to work it like a pro!  I will provide you with a cheat sheet, and also a really cute completed project.  This class covers all the buttons that are on the big machine only!

Just $25

And Just Added for Fall…

Fall Apple Banner with Erin

Saturday, September 24th

10-11:30 a.m.

Class Policies & Basic Class Kit

Class Policies: NEW POLCY, PLEASE NOTE
Effective September 20th, all classes are nonrefundable. Please note, instructors put a lot of advance planning into their kits for their classes. They need to order product and often times pre-cut their product to prepare for the class. The sooner you can preregsiter for a class, the better. This allows the instructors ample time to prepare. If you cannot make the class, you will receive a class kit. In addition, if you cannot be at a class within 30 minutes of the start time, you will not be allowed to join the class tardy so as to be respectful to the instructor and students. You will, however, receive a class kit. Thank you for your understanding in this important class rule. .A minimum of four (4) students is required to hold a class. As a student of a class at Ever After, you will receive 10% off your total purchase at the class. (Sorry, we do NOTt stamp your frequent buyer card in addition to the discount.)

Basic Class Kit

To each class, unless otherwise specified, make sure you bring your favorite paper trimmer, scissors, xacto knife, black pen, your favorite wet and dry adhesive, and a dimensional adhesive like pop dots or glue dots. If you need Ever After to pull any of these items for you prior to class, please give us a call at 760-630-CROP. Many classes have additional supply lists. Please refer to our web calendar for details.

Girl Scout Troop Parties

Girl Scout Troop Parties
Girl Scouts Parties: You Go Girls!!!
It’s that time of year again! Give a shout out to the Girl Scouts for the great job they do with their cookie sales. We had one determined little 8-year old and her mom at our door on Superbowl Sunday! How smart is that! And did you know…
Troop leaders: Ever After Scrapbooks offers an Earn a Scrapbook Patch Party Program. It’s affordable and fun. This will be our fourth year offering this wonderful program. For details on how to reserve your party today, email Camille Akin at jcakin1@cox.net. Spots fill quickly for these parties and each girl leaves with a completed scrapbook and an Ever After Scrapbooks patch.

Studio C

Studio C: Community, Cropping, Creativity: Get Your Pass Today!
Our Studio holds 28 4-foot tables and is set up for comfortable and enjoyable cropping. Whether it’s a class, Friday night crop, All-Day Saturday Crop, or drop-in cropping, the Studio is designed specifically for you to get your projects done. It’s a warm and inviting atmosphere and is available for rent for parties, showers and private crops.

As part of Studio C, we are offering FREE CROPPING anytime there is no class scheduled! Plus, ask about our Crop-n-Create Card…an Ever After Exclusive that helps earn you points toward free product!


The Studio C Pass
Want the fast pass to cropping adventure? Then check out Ever After’s Studio C Pass. The pass is only $60 and gives you priority access to six for the price of five Moonlight Crops (can be used consecutively or spread throughout the year…your choice!)