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Canada Day Week-Long Celebration - Save 15% Store-Wide!!

This week is Canada's 143rd Birthday and we are having a week long store-wide event!!

From now until Sunday, July 4th at midnight you will enjoy savings of 15% store-wide on all regular priced items!!

For a full week everything in our store is on sale!

You read that right ....
if it hasn't been marked down; you will receive 15% off!!

In other words - every single item in the store is on sale - including everything that's NEW!!

(excluded: pre-order items; clearance & daily sale items)

Please Note: There is no coupon to use for your 15% savings & you can shop as often as you like!!

Your 15% savings, on regular priced items, will be calculated manually from our end.
This means that your shopping cart online will not show the 15% savings.
Once your order is pulled, we will email you with your new total & a detailed invoice will be shipped with your parcel.
If an item in your shopping cart hasn't been already reduced, we will manually deduct 15% for you!!

When aiming for FREE shipping ($125+ before taxes within Canada); please remember
to include the calculation of your 15% savings

Next 12 Hour sale will be held Thursday, July 8th

Please Note:
offer cannot be combined with other store coupons/discounts/pending orders

Sale ends Sunday, July 4th @ midnight

pick-up orders - please allow a minimum of 24 - 48 hours for order processing

excludes gift cards/crops/classes/preorder items

Come and join me at Scrappin' Great Deals!

On June 19th from 10am to noon, I will be hosting a FREE Make 'n' Take at Scrappin' Great Deals! No need to register, just come on out and join in on the fun!

Then, from 12:30 to 3pm, I will be doing a Star Album class using the gorgeous new line from Bo Bunny - Mamarazzi! Cost is $30 + tax. Kits with full instructions can be ordered if you can not make the class. Preregistration is required. Contact SCRAPPIN' GREAT DEALS by phone at 519-473-5751 or register in person!

Not what I had intended to make...

but sometimes you just have to go with the flow!

So I was able to sneak away this weekend for a little R 'n' R that turned more in to a scrap frenzy. I was hoping to get some samples done for some upcoming classes at Scrappin' Great Deals, but got an order for some cards at the eleventh hour. :)

So, here are the cards.

Thank you cards ordered by a friend that is on crutches.

Inside is blank.


Inside of this card reads... for all of your help while I was off my feet!


University Graduation Card





And now I shall go work on the Star Album and an idea for a Make 'n' Take!

June 1st and the new monthly kit from SCRAPPIN' GREAT DEALS is ready and waiting for you!



I was so excited when Sheila asked me if I wanted to design with the June Kit. I miss having the regular design team, but I do love seeing all of the creations of Sarah, our resident designer, and YOU the customer! But, every now and then I like to have my turn again!

This kit was so full of goodies. I managed 4 layouts and still have a ton left over. So, without further adieu...


On this layout, I wanted to show that you can use a full, bold patterned paper all on its own. I used a Gelly Roll Stardust Clear Roll-on Glitter Pen to add a subtle glitter to everything! I outlined the title letters, the layout itself, the matte around the photo, and I also used it to add glitter to the flowers. You just have to see it IRL!



For this layout, I used the Bazzill Cardstock for the foundation, but when I was done it just looked "not finished." I ended up crumbling and crunching and distressing the edges, until I ended up with a worn and tattered look. IRL, the paper almost looks like a sheet of chocolate brown leather now! I added the Maya Road library pocket and card. I picked them up at the Great Lakes Mega Meet in Novi last month, but I know Sheila is looking in to bringing them in to the store as well.



WOW! I never thought I would love a layout so much that was one die cut, one photo, one flower, and two cards cut from one other piece of paper! All of the colours just worked so well together that I just couldn't bring myself to add anything more. Ok, I used my Gelly Roll Stardust Clear Roll-on Glitter Pen again to add glitter to the flower! I love those things.



So, my last layout does not look like what I had in my head when I started, but that is what I love about papercrafting... it doesn't have to as long as we are happy with the end results. And, I am.
My sweet Elsie took the time out of an Easter Egg Hunt on the Port Stanley Easter Train to pick me some flowers. What a kid!

WOW! Has it really been this long?

I'm sorry to those that have come to visit and found the same old post - literally! I will be trying to stay on top of things once again, but both hubby and I have had some changes in the hours we work. For me I am working more hours - which I love - but it leaves less time for blogging. Hubby is working a different shift and I am, more or less, solo-parenting four days a week... which again, leaves less time for blogging!

However! I have been asked by Sheila - my awesome boss - to design with the June monthly kit that SCRAPPIN' GREAT DEALS has put together. So, look out for a new post of some FABULOUS layouts by MOI (LOL) on June 1st! And then, maybe I can keep the momentum going...

Busy, busy, busy!

I can't believe it is almost my one year anniversary of working in the store! Have I mentioned lately how much I LOVE my job? I get to be amongst beautiful goodies all shift long... and then I get to create with it all!

Speaking of creating, I have some classes coming up at the store.

Feb 11th - Cricut 101. All that you ever wanted or didn't know you needed to know about the Cricut, Expression and Create machines, and all the goodies that go along with them! Only $15 + tax for 2 hrs of information and questions answered!

Feb 25th - Cuttlebug Card Class. Come on out and make 5 cards using the Cuttlebug machine and dies or embossing folders on each one. We may even have some new techniques for you! ;) Only $25 + tax for 5 cards and envelopes.

Upcoming classes - I haven't scheduled them just yet, but watch for these upcoming classes...

Another Star Album class - a little different than the last - using the beautiful Best Creations line Mr & Mrs. Just wait until you see this paper. GORGEOUS!

Shhh, it's a secret... but I did a layout on a canvas as a gift for someone dear to me. I can't show you pictures just yet, but you'll want to check back for it! We'll be making a beautiful layout using Basic Grey Origins line on a 16" x 20" canvas. What a beautiful gift for Mother's Day or ?????

And, there will be others in between, but I plan to do the canvas class again after the summer, but we will be doing a wedding theme...

Visit www.scrappingreatdeals.com to register!

Wow. Jan 29th.

Hmmm. So much for resolutions. Mine for this year was to better keep my blog up-to-date. Guess better late than never!

It's been an incredibly busy couple of months. We have had a lot of fun events happening at the store, and I've picked up a few clients of my own! Six star albums, two scrapbooks, and three diaper cakes later... Tansie design is officially in business! ;) I even had the opportunity to ship one of my cakes and it travelled beautifully. I'm so excited to know I can say YES to far away requests!

Christmas was a lot of fun. Busy of course, but the kids had a fabulous time and were once again spoiled rotten. Well, I guess I was too! Not complaining!

So, here I am. Trying again to stay on top of things! I've even added another challenge in that I have joined a group in Project 365. The challenge is to take one photo (or more) a day and post it to a blog. So, please feel free to hop on over to www.stayfocusedproject365.blogspot.com and let me know what you think!

Class on November 19th.

Ok, I have a picture of this class only because its date has been changed from the 5th to the 19th! Again, the class will be at Scrappin' Great Deals! Only $20.

It's a "Countdown to Christmas" Altered Clipboard! Reuse it year-after-year!

Next class is November 26th!

I'll be doing a class at Scrappin' Great Deals on November 26th. We'll be altering some gift bags amd making matching tags and cards. Watch for more details and pictures to follow in the next few days!

Here is a sample set of bag, tag and card.

Ok, a few posts tonight so I will start with the Halloween pictures!

Here I am in all my Octomom glory!


And, darling daughter dressed as Corinne from Barbie and the Three Musketeers. She's got her fierce on!


And, I only have a picture of darling son in a group shot. He was dressed as a soccer player!

Who am I?

So, my darling daughter wanted me to dress up as a wizard this year when I took her out trick-or-treating. Everything was all set, UNTIL I came across this idea for a costume. I couldn't resist. Unfortunately, darling daughter has NO IDEA who this infamous person is... but I'm certain she would love it if mommy had 8 more babies (+ 6 other kids!) Here's a sneak peek. I'll add a full picture after Halloween!

New class being offered!

First off, I just have to thank the ladies that attended the Cuttlebug Card Class last night. I hope you all had as great a time as I did!

Ok. I have a new class scheduled. It's not showing on the website yet, but it is set for Thurs, Oct 22nd 6:30 - 8:30pm. (It may be rescheduled if necessary...)

Do you find Christmas shopping to be a disorganized mess? Well, look no futher! We are going to alter a metal DVD tin and it will create a space for everything you need to be organized. On the inside will be a notepad and pen to make your lists, and also 3 pockets to keep receipts, coupons, gift cards, or whatever else you can come up with! All of this for ONLY $15! And, you will be able to reuse it year-after-year!

So, head on over to SCRAPPIN' GREAT DEALS to register before the class is full! Only 9 spaces will be available!

CUSTOMER GARAGE SALE!

This weekend only! October 17th and 18th at SCRAPPIN' GREAT DEALS. 9 - 5 on Sat and 10 - 4 on Sun.
Come on out and find yourself some AWESOME deals on new/gently used scrapbooking and stamping items. We have over 50 boxes of items registered so far! Something for everyone!
And, if you have a Cricut, look for the Jukebox and Cartridges in MY box! Vendor #23.

Hope to see you there!

Congratulations to....

ROSANNE! Make sure to email me your mailing address so that I can get your goodies to you!

Better luck next time Angela! Hope to see you at the crop!

BLOG CANDY!

Ok, so what an exciting week. #1 hit on GOOGLE for Cuttlebug Card Class and Cuttlebug Waterfall Card! Yes, I printed it out and will scrapbook it!

That being said, I was going to do blog candy at 4000 posts! Then, with the jump, I figured I'd do it at 12,000. Well, it seems I missed that, too! But, we'll do it now anyway!

So, first person to comment and tell me when the upcoming ALL DAY CROP at SCRAPPIN' GREAT DEALS is, wins some goodies from me... AND a $10 gift certificate to SCRAPPIN' GREAT DEALS! Don't worry if you are not local, Sheila will ship world wide.

Ok, GO!

WOW!

Ok. So. Is it possible that the numbers are correct? Have I written something that is a top(ish) "hit" on google? Do blogs get spammed?

Why do I ask? Well, the other day I was nearing 4000 visitors and was thinking that I needed to do another BLOG CANDY giveaway. I took a look a few days later and was already over at about 4011.

Today... my total number of visitors is showing at 11,895! I think there must be a glitch there. I would LOVE for it to be true, but my other blog - that I never post on anymore - is showing the same number of visitors.

Is someone messing with me?!?!?!!??!?!?!?!?!

Ah, who cares. I'll take it! I guess BLOG CANDY will happen at 12,000 now! :)

Editted to add: I just googled CUTTLEBUG WATERFALL CARD and guess what comes up as the first hit?!?!?!? OMG! I made google's top-of-the-list of searches! Ah, such simple pleasures! LOL

CUTTLEBUG CARD CLASS!

You have asked... and it's been scheduled!

Thurs, Sept 17th from 6:30 to 8:30pm at SCRAPPIN' GREAT DEALS.
Cost is only $20!
Make sure to call and register before the class is full!

Here is a sample of just some of the cards we will be making...
pssst! Have you ever wanted to learn how to make a waterfall card?!?!??!



Hope to see you there!

CHECK IT OUT!

On now at SCRAPPIN' GREAT DEALS


YOUR SALE ... YOUR WAY EVENT IS BACK!!

It's our most requested sale event & it's back!!

Here is how it works:
Place your order (or shop in-person) by 5pm Saturday, September 5th & SAVE!!
Spend $70 or more (before taxes) & receive $15 off your order!
This is your $15 to spend how you want - you decide what is on sale!!

Exclusions: Preorder Items, Classes, Gift Cards
Discount cannot be applied to an existing order or combined with any other offer
One discount per qualifying purchase/customer - applies for online orders & in-person shopping

How to redeem your $15 discount:
once your shopping cart is $70+ (before taxes); type YOUR WAY (all cap's) in the coupon box
(coupon box is located at the bottom of your shopping cart)
please note our system will only accept one coupon/order

pick up orders - please allow a minimum of 24-48 hours for order processing
(we will email you once your order is available for pickup)

tell your friends - this is our famous YOUR SALE ... YOUR WAY EVENT!

Mark Sept 24th on your calendar!

That's when we will be having a class at Scrappin' Great Deals to make these GORGEOUS 2 two page layouts from the Bo-Bunny line Unforgettable!
Class will be Thurs, Sept 24th from 6:30 to 9:30pm. Cost is $30.
*Please note that payment is required at the time of registration.
Payment by phone may be done by VISA/MasterCard 519-473-5751.



**** NOTE **** The pictures do not do these layouts justice! They are absolutely GORGEOUS in real life. Check them out next time you are in the store!

Well.

The other day I was filling the bird feeder. Hubby says to me, "I just filled that yesterday." I said, "Really? Because I filled it the day before!"

Yup. Found the culprit. Lives under our deck and empties the feeder daily, if we let him.