POTM FEBRUARY 2015

We have come to our last POTM class for the 2014-2015 season. This kit features awesome exclusive papers that are not on the retail market.

Our Class will run Wednesday Feb. 25th at 7:00pm and Thursday Feb. 26th at 1:30pm.

Each kit is $27.00 and we have a few extra kits/class spaces that are available.
If you would like to join us or would like to have one of these exclusive kits, please email the store at
allaboutscrapbooks@gmail.com or call us at 519-533-1500.

Here's what you have to bring with you:

Supplies:
Paper Trimmer
Scissors
Adhesive & Foam Dots
Glue Dots
Tiny Attacher or stapler
Border Punch
White gel pen & black journaling pen
White Twine (optional)
White Cardstock (optional)
Photos:
Single page: 4"x3.5" (2)
Double page: 4"x4", 3.25"x4" (1)  3"x4" (4) 3"x3.5" (1)

"It's A Beautiful Life"

"It's A Beautiful Life" ~ An Introduction to Art Journaling Class.
OCTOBER 15th at 7pm
With Susan O'Neil.
Have you seen all the fun mixed media and art journals on PINTEREST and YOU TUBE and think... 
"I can't do that" 
Guess again - YOU CAN! 
Join us for an introductory class in Art Journaling with Susan. You will create the opening pages to your own personal art journal. Learn the basic techniques for creating a layered and balanced piece of work, using paint, stencils, art sprays, lettering and many other fun items. Learn to express yourself through creativity.
All Items supplied along with the use of tools and paints etc.
Come and get creatively messy!
$30.00

"Evergreen" POTM September

Our POTM September "Evergreen" is tonight at 7pm and tomorrow at 1pm.

Please bring:
Adhesive, Dimensional adhesive 
Paper Trimmer, Ruler and Scissors 
1⅛” Circle Punch or Circle Cutter 
Black Journaling pen 
3-4 12x12 sheets white cardstock (optional)
Aqua and black ink pads (optional)
Date stamp (optional)
Baby powder
Photos:
two 2¾”x2¾ square photos (single page)
four 2¾”x4” vertical photos (single page)
four 4¼”x3” horizontal photos (black & white, double page)
two 4”x6” vertical photos (color, double page)

Mega Layout Class

Wednesday, September 17th at 7pm

$25.00 per person

7 spaces - SOLD OUT ~ Sorry

Get your summer photos done in an evening. Just a few spots left for this mega layout class that includes 2 double layout and 2 single layouts. Featuring the summer papers from Simple Stories Collection - Summer Fresh, these simple layouts will maximize your summer photos but these layouts are great for trips or school even. If you have a favorite stencil bring it along to enhance your background or use ours.

You will need the following supplies for this class:
Trimmer, Paper Poker & scissors
Adhesives & pop dots
Brown ink
Photos needed:
3 ~ 4x4 square
3 ~ 3x4 portrait
3 ~ 4x3 landscape
2 ~ 4x6 portrait
2 ~ 6x4 landscape
5 ~ 2x2 square
3 ~ 2x3 portrait

POTM KONNICHIWA CLASS

Our next kit is KONNICHIWA and this class will take place on
Wednesday, May 30th
7 - 9:30
with Kimberly
This is Kimberly's Layout from the kit.

To create Kimberly's Version (an extended lift based on a layout by Lady Grace Belarmino), you will need:

1 - 5"x7" Vertical photo
2 - 3"x4" Vertical photos
1 - 4"x6" Horizontal Photo
2 - 2"x2" square photos
If you like the look of white borders, print photo with white borders or bring White cardstock
your favorite adhesive
Dimensional adhesive
Paper trimmer
Fine tipped scissors
White journaling Pen
Brown Journaling Pen
Brown Ink
Ruler
Your 2 favourite border punches or pick from our selection of border punches
Scalloped or postage stamp fancy scissors
Pencil & eraser


To complete the layout as is you will need to bring with you the following items:

1 – 4″x6″ horizontal photo
3 – 4″x4″ vertical photos
your favorite adhesive
Dimensional adhesive
Paper trimmer
Fine tipped scissors
2" Circle Punch
White journaling Pen
Brown Journaling Pen
Brown Ink
Ruler

January & February POTM

These classes are for the Members of the Basic Grey Page of the Club. We will be taking new subscriptions for this monthly kit club starting now, with the first club meeting of 2012 - 2013 beginning in MARCH. Each Kit for the new sessons will be $27.00 + taxes. If you would like to join for the March 2012 – February 2013 sessions please email us at allaboutscrapbooks@gmail.com or give us a call 519-533-1500, by the end of January.

Both of our January and February Classes feature product from the Newest Collection from Basic Grey ~ "Kissing Booth"

January's POTM - KISSING BOOTH #1

With Kimberly

Jan. 25, 2012

7:00pm - 9:30pm

$27.00

January potm by Lynn Ghahary features a bright, colourful take on Kissing booth. With the bright colours and early spring motifs are featured in this layout, nothing could signal a start to a new year better. This features adorable mini envelopes and die cut cardstock – what a great chance to write little note to yourself or a cheery sentiment to encourage someone else in their 2012 goals.

Please Bring with you:
2 ~ 4x4 square photos, 1 ~ 5.5x4 Landscape photo, 1 ~ 4x6 portrait photo, 3" circle punch, White Journaling Pen, Black Journaling Pen, Trimmer, Scissors, Ruler, Favourite adhesives & foam tape

Kimberly's Version

Please bring with you:
1 ~ 4x6 Portrait photo, 3 ~ 3x4 Portrait photos, 1 ~ 4x3 Landscape photo, 1 ~ 7x5 Landscape photo, Dark brown ink, Foam tape - Basic Kit

February's POTM - KISSING BOOTH #2
With Kimberly
Feb. 29, 2012
7:00pm - 9:30pm

$27.00

Kelly Goree brings out Kissing booth’s romantic side in February's layout. February's layout is another example of how this line can be used. In a traditional lovey-dovey set of colours & embellishments. So why not scrap some of your most cherished romantic memories. From a first date to a first kiss to a 50th anniversary party, remembering why you love the ones you love is Feb’s theme. From spouses to kids to pets – Everyone loves someone.

Please bring with you:
3 ~ 3.5x5 Portrait photos, Scallop border punch, 2.5 scallop circle punch, 2" circle punch
Brown Journaling Pen, White journaling Pen & Brown Ink
Trimmer, Scissors, Ruler, Favourite adhesives & foam tape

Kimberly's Version - Feb 2012

To create this version, please bring:
Photos All Landscape: 4 ~ 3x5, 4 ~ 2.5x3.5 & 3 ~ 1.5x2
1 - 1.5" Heart punch, Brown ink, Brown journaling pen, Notebook hole punch, Scalloped border punch, Brown Journaling Pen, White journaling Pen & Brown Ink, Trimmer, Scissors, Ruler, Favourite adhesives & foam tape

Upcoming Classes - Reminder

We have a couple of fun classes being offered in February.

Search Your Stash Class

$5.00

February 6th, 7pm-9pm

4-8 spaces

A fun way to use those supplies we have been collecting over the years. You will receive a Project 12 ~ Page Map Sketch and a supply list. Perfect for all levels of scrapbooker. This class will be offered monthly with a new sketch each month.

Banner Birthday

12x12 Layout Class

$15.00

February 27th, 7pm-9pm

4-8spaces 

 

Celebrate because every birthday should be a banner day! This layout features the bright & cheery papers from Fancy Pants Designs "It's Your Day" Collection. A unique shabby chic painted frame is the technique you will learn here.

For more information see our current NEWSLETTER at top of our Blog.

Classes & Fun for you...

This week we have a few fun things

for you to participate in.

First is our Colour Challenge.

What is this you ask?

Just follow this link and read all about it.

HEN PECKED It is 2 posts below this post.

Just a couple of days to go for this

and then a new challenge will be issued.

Second is our Basic Grey

Page of the Month Club Class.

November 30th ~ POTM - Piccadilly

With Kimberly
$27.00 + Taxes ~ Club Members
November's Page of the Month features the vintage down-home patterns and nostalgic colors of Basic Grey's Picadily in colors of aqua, red yellow and greens. Journaling cards and metal flowers will highlight your vintage family photos. Supplies needed for this class include: Your favorite adhesive, trimmer, ruler, masking tape/low tack tape, scallop border punch, brown journaling pen, stapler. Photos needed to complete page - 3 - 6" x 4" horizontal photos, 1 - 4" x 4" square photo.

Third is our Midnight Crop Night.

Friday, December 2nd from 7:00PM - 12:00AM.

Just $5.00 per cropper and you can use our tools,

Cricut machines & cartridges ~ 45 in total (please bring your own mats if possible), Coffee, Tea & Snacks provided.

Limited space - Call to reserve & pre-pay for your spot.

More Upcoming Classes

For more upcoming classes, please see our current newsletter.
Current Newsletter

Holly Jolly Christmas Card Set

November 16th ~ "Holly Jolly" Christmas Cards & Tags
With Kimberly
$25.00 + taxes
7:00pm
Using the "Holly Jolly"die cuts from My Mind's Eye, Basic Grey patterned papers, Cardstock & embellishements, come and create 7-8 scrapbooked cards, stitched with care. Your Basic tool kit is needed for this class.

 

My "Oz"some Friends

November 9th ~ My "OZ'some Friends - Double Layout

With Kimberly
$18.00 + Taxes
7:00 pm

Bring the "Magic of Oz" home with this fun layout, featuring Graphic 45 papers & Kraft Core by Core'Dinations. Bring your fine tipped scissors, sanding block/files and follow the yellow brick road as we fussy cut & emboss our way to the Emerald City.

Photos Needed: 2 ~ 4x6 photos, 1 ~ 6x4 photo, 3 ~ 3x3 photos
Basic Tool kit + sanding block & Dust buddy needed - Don't wear good clothes as the dust from the paper will get on them.

SOLD OUT - SORRY

POTM - September "Indie Bloom"

Dates & Times:
September 28, 7:00pm  ~ 2 spaces available*
October 1, 10:00am  ~ 10 spaces available*
Cost: $27.00

Please note that we are now offering 2 class times as our crop room is now slightly smaller.

Here is Kimberly's POTM layout created from the September Kit.

Quilling Basics 101

All About Scrapbooks & More

is pleased to be hosting a class by the Quilled Creations Ladies.

Saturday, September 24th
10:00am
$30.00
3 Spaces LEFT!
Have you ever looked at those embellishments created by rolled paper that is called "quilling" and wondered who has the patience and how do you do that? Now is your chance. Come to this Intro to Quilling class and learn from the ladies who create beautiful quilled embellishments. You will learn the foundations of quilling while creating a reference sheet of the basic pieces and then 3 embellishments to take with you.
Call today to book your spot.

INSPIRE, CURL, CREATE

MAY CLASSES

My Mom & Me ~ Single Layout Class

Monday, May 9th, 2011

$12.00 + tax
7:00pm- 9:30pm

A simple, elegant colour-blocked layout featuring Core Impressions Butterfly paper, Jillibean soup patterned paper, Die Cuts With A View patterned papers & Zva Creative Gems. Techniques in this class are handcutting, sanding & colour blocking. 8 spaces available.

Items Needed for class:
1 ~ 3.5x2.75 portrait photo
1 ~ 5x5 square photo
1 ~ 2.75x3.5 landscape photo
Jumbo Java chalk ink or your favourite brown ink
Your favourite adhesive & foam dots
Glue dots
Brown Journaling Pen
Fine tipped scissors

"What's Blooming" ~ 12 Card Set
Wednesday, May 18th, 2011

$25.00 + tax
7:00pm - 9:30pm

Create 12 spring coloured 4.24 x 5.5 cards to share. "Blossom Soup" by Jillibean Soup is the star collection here. Four fun spring patterned papers & a "souper" sticker sheet along with your card bases are all you need to put this blooming card set together. All pieces are pre-cut so this is a quick, easy class. 7 spaces available. Here is a peek at 6 of the 12 cards.

Items Needed for class:

Your favourite adhesive & foam dots

Jumbo Java Chalk ink or your favourite brown ink

Brown journaling pen.

Fine Tipped Scissors

A RAINBOW OF MARCH CLASSES

It is all about colour for March. Come see what is at the end of the rainbow.

“Rainbow Celebrations” Card Class
$18.00 + Taxes
Monday, March 21st
7:00 - 10:00 pm


These cards feature Fancy Pants Designs “It’s Your Day” patterned papers. Learn simple water colour techniques to create 5 of your own mini works of art by colouring in stamped or digital images (we will be using digital images). We will be using watercolour pencils & paint brushes for this class so if you have your own bring them along.
9 space available

“Song Bird” Double layout class
$18.00 + Taxes
Wednesday, March 23rd
7:00pm – 9:30pm

Here is a layout to make your heart sing “Yah SPRING”. This layout features the brightly coloured papers from the “Vintage Blue” collection from We R Memory Keepers. Learn how to make your own sheer layered flowers. The creation of these flowers involves candles so please tie hair back and no loose fitting sleeves. Basic tool kit needed & 3 ~ 4x6 photos & 3 ~ Wallet size or 2x3 photos. Coloured photos are great but this layout would look lovely with sepia or black & white as well.
10 spaces available

“So Lucky”or "Blessed" KIDS Double Layout class
$10.00 + Taxes
Monday, March 28th
6:30 - 8:00pm

Here is a class for Kids 6-10 with parent & 11-14 without parents.

Bright Rainbow colours are the feature on this layout. We will learn simple colour blocking. Pick 5~4x6 photos that can be trimmed and 1~ 6x4 photo of who or what makes you feel “So Lucky” or “Blessed” (both titles will be available). Basic tool kit needed + ½”, ¾”, 1” & 1 ¼” circle punches. ( P.S. this layout can be completed without photos) You can also explore how to use the BIG SHOT machine to dry emboss your colourful pieces.
10 spaces available

Unless stated all classes are designed and taught by Kimberly Colliss

UPCOMING CLASSES

Our classes for the end of January and February are listed here.
OPEN CLASSES FOR EVERYONE
* All classes are designed and taught by Kimberly Colliss unless indicated.

Hugs & Kisses Kids Card Class
$10.00 + Tax
Monday, February 7th
6:30pm

Come and make 5 fabulous Valentine’s Day cards to give to those special friends. All Kids are welcome ~ Ages 6 – 10 with a parent or 11 – 14 without. Learn how simple shapes can create fun friends. All pieces are precut.
Please bring your brown & white journaling pens, Glue dots, Quick Dry or white glue, & Crystal Stickles.

SOLD OUT

A Forever Love Single Layout Class
$18.00 + Tax
Wednesday, February 9th
7:00pm

This is a perfect layout to celebrate your special valentine, a wedding or anniversary. It’s all about LOVE! Mix and matched papers from a variety of companies, handmade flowers created by you. It is embellished buttons & gems.
Please bring your basic tool kit, black ink pad, black journaling pen, glue dots.
1 ~ 5X7 LANDSCAPE PHOTO.

ONLY 2 SPACES AVAILABLE – AND GOING FAST

A Taste of Winter Double Layout Class
$18.00 + Tax
February 16 at 7:00pm

There’s SNOW way around it – winter is here and the flakes are flying. Featuring papers from BOBUNNY’s Midnight frost collection. Soft grey, navy, white & burgundy are the star colours here. Layered snowflakes with hits of sparkle will make your page shine. Come and create a memory and fight those winter blues.
Please bring your basic tool kit, dark grey, navy or burgundy ink, Navy or black journaling pen, crystal, diamond or stardust stickles, & paper poker

Photos needed - Image available soon, please check blog or give store a call for more information.

SOLD OUT

Jovial Christmas Cards

With Kimberly
November 17th
7:00-9:30
$25.00 + Taxes

Like a friendly hug or a warm mug of cocoa, a handmade greeting card is a fun way to reach out and let someone know you care. BasicGrey’s Jovial Greeting Card Kit has everything you need including die cut papers, chipboard stickers, rub on transfers and envelopes to make eight beautiful handmade holiday greeting cards quickly and easily. Those coming to the class will create 3 extra cards for a total of 11.

Brown & Black ink, & Brown, Black & White pens needed

6 spaces available

MAD for Halloween

With Kimberly
November 3rd,
7:00-9:30 pm
$18.00 + Taxes

Are you mad for Halloween? Gather those pictures that you have taken on OCT 31st and Join Kimberly on Wednesday Night for this fun Halloween in Wonderland double layout. A kiss of SMOOCH ink will highlight and add a touch of shimmer to your page. Fine point scissors are a must as there is a few hand-cut pieces. Basic kit needed. Photos needed for this layout are as follows 2~4x6, 1~6x4, 1~ 4x4, 2~ 2x3.5     8 spaces available

2011 Basic Grey Calendar Class

With Kimberly
November 10th
7:00 - 9:30
$30.00 + Taxes

This is a great opportunity for you to use all the newest BasicGrey products, complete a 12 beautiful calendar pages , and you might even learn a thing or two!
The BasicGrey Calendar Kits are one of the hottest and fastest product selling categories of the year, and now is your chance to sign up!
This 14 page spiral bound calendar kit includes absolutely everything you need to create a personalized handmade keepsake for yourself. All you need to supply the adhesive!
This makes a great gift as it is simple to leave the calendar pages blank. The gift recipient can add their own embellishments and photos. Just leave a blank 4" x 6" card in the place of the photograph as a guide for the recipient.
6 spaces available and going fast, with a possibility of a second class - Please contact store

SOLD OUT - Please watch for a second class to be annouced

POTM - PYRUS CLASS

Wednesday, October 27, 2010
With Kimberly
7:00 - 10:00 pm
$25.00 + Tax

October’s modular layout is a study in versatility. Nic Howard’s creation uses the textural Pyrus collection in such a way that the layout could be themed for a million different things—from an evocative autumn layout in celebration of the season, to friends, family, or even favourite sweaters! Those on the “All About Me” track can use this layout to detail things they are most thankful for—from relationships with special people to things that enrich their daily lives.
Watch your emails - Club Members for Tool List.