Going, Going...

Spring Fling:

Whew, that was fast! Spring Fling sign-ups are under way and starting strong. I've got one bonus space left so send that email quick ladies and snatch up that bonus before it's gone!

Scraptabulous Retreat:

The registration period is almost over! Don't miss out on all the fun, sign up now! Rather pay by credit card?? I figured out how to make it work, just click the button below to pay either your deposit or your full weekend today! A minimum of the deposit payment must be received no later than noon on Sunday, February 21. If you have any questions, just give me a holler! Hope to see you there.

*Registration for the retreat is now closed. Please see the previous post for payment options for Spring Fling 2010. Thank you!

Spring Fling 2010...Sneak Peek

I promised sneak peeks and here they are...

A lovely card for ladies...

Something quick & cute for Easter...
A card for the guys in your life...
A second version since it's so hard to find manly creations...
Now remember, this is just the tip of the iceberg. There are a total of 18 cards, 2 boxes and 1 card purse you'll create during this class and all for only $20.00. Don't delay, sign up today! Click below to pay via PayPal. To pay by check, please email me at: gloriajrogers@gmail.com for my mailing address.

What's included:

Class registrants will receive access to the exclusive Spring Fling 2010 website on March 20th, the first day of spring. Each week, for six weeks, I will post a new tutorial with loads of photos to guide you through creating that week's project. The website will be available for class attendees long after class is officially over so you'll be able to access the projects whenever is convenient for you and reference them in the future too! The $20.00 class fee will include unlimited access to the exclusive Spring Fling 2010 website, all the supplies you'll need to create each project delivered right to your door step, the opportunity to chat with other class attendees and of course all of the guidance, question answers and crisis help you'll ever need from me.

Read this NOW!!

This is your LAST CHANCE! I'm not joking at all, ladies. This is the last chance to sign up for the spring retreat. I need to have the official numbers in by Friday so if you are planning to go, but just haven't emailed me yet, I need you to email me now. Not after you check the email, pull the toast out of the toaster or even run to the bathroom...right NOW!! So go to your email (now) and send me an email (now) to tell me that you are coming (now) and that your deposit check is in the the mail (now). Did you get that??? NOW!!!

Hope to hear from you all soon,

Gloria

Happy Valentine's Day...a little late

Once again, posting after the holiday, sorry about that guys. I still wanted to share though! Here's the little candy boxes I made for the family.

Happy Valentines Everyone!

Gloria

PS - Papers are My Mind's Eye.

Retreat Registration Deadline

Don't miss out!!! The May 21-23 Retreat deadline is this Friday, February 19th. If you haven't already sent in your deposit, do it today!

If you've missed the info email me at gloriajrogers@gmail.com to learn all about the retreat and how to sign up.

Hope you'll join us!

Gloria

Spring Fling 2010

Sorry guys, I haven't been able to post anything lately because I'm busy working on the projects we'll be making for the first ever Spring Fling 2010. Since this is the first year, let me answer some questions before you ask...

What is Spring Fling 2010?

Spring Fling 2010 is a card based series class designed for anyone and any skill level. After trying to pick "the best date" for everyone to attend a class and generally failing, I decided to try virtual and designed a series of 6 classes in a virtual format. Each "attendee" will receive a package in the mail before class starts with all the materials they will need to create each project. Then every week, for 6 weeks, I will post a new project on our exclusive protected website. I will guide you through creating each of the projects with detailed tutorials and an abundance of photos.

When is it?

Registration starts now through March 3 and class begins March 20th. Don't worry if you can't make "class" one of the days. The Spring Fling 2010 website will be available for many many months after class is officially over allowing you to create when the time is best for you. Early bird? Late night owl? Super busy until Summer? With Spring Fling, it doesn't matter because you determine the best time for yourself.

Where is it?

Class is held virtually and can be accessed at any time by those who are registered. Each registrant will receive an email allowing them access to the site where class projects will be posted.

What will we make?

I'm in the official test creation stages, so if everything goes as planned, you'll make 18 cards, 2 boxes and 1 card purse. I can guarantee that if things change, it will only be an increase in the numbers of items and I will let you know the changes asap via this blog.

How much is class?

Spring Fling 2010 is $20.00 per person. This cost includes all the materials needed to complete each project, unlimited access to the exclusive website and all the personal assistance you could ever need from me. Plus, it's delivered right to your door at no extra cost!

How do I sign up?

Signing up is easy! Just send me an email at gloriajrogers@gmail.com and let me know you are interested. Mid-February I'll be sending out an email to everyone showing teaser pictures of the projects we'll make, the details of what we are making each week and how to register & pay.

Hopefully that takes some of the mystery out of Spring Fling and gets you as excited as I am about my latest upcoming class.

Happy Scrapin' 'n' Stampin' Everyone!

Gloria

My Little Mummy

I know it's no where near Halloween, but I just had to make this card. I've seen it on a few blogs, some websites and I can't give credit to any one person which is just a shame. However, if you've made one, please comment and let me know! You can also feel free to post a link to a picture of your version.

My mummy is made using CTMH Stick Stock in Twill. Unfortunately, this item has been discontinued. However, never fear, Gloria's here! :) Hehe!! You can also use our Twill Ribbon and get the exact same effect. Here's how to create your very own mummy card in 6 super easy steps. Yep, you can really do this! Just grab your supplies and follow along...

Supplies Needed:

1-4x5.5 card base (I use contraband kind from HL)

Twill Ribbon (Z1099)

Chocolate Ink Pad (Z2111)

Friendship Alphabet Small - set of 82 (C1401) & acrylic block

"Contraband" Punch from SU - any punch will do or you can stamp directly on the Twill Ribbon

3-D Foam Tape if you are using a punch (Z1151)

Small scrap of cream-ish cardstock

Google Eyes - I got mine at M's

Micro-Tip Scissors (Z534) Yes...mine are not CTMH but Cutter Bees - had them for ages...

First: Cut your Twill Ribbon into 5 inch lengths. You'll need to have 25 or so lengths depending on how much you overlap. Adhere some really good adhesive, like Tacky Tape (available at M's or HL) to the back of the ribbon, and then ink the front edges of the ribbon with our Chocolate Ink Pad. Don't worry if you get some ink in the center of the ribbons, it adds to the effect.

Second: Carefully peel off the adhesive backing from the Tacky Tape and start to stick down your strips of ribbon on the card. I recommend starting with one straight strip at the top and bottom and one across the area you will put the eyes. Like this:

Third: Attach your google eyes to the ribbon. Continue to place strips at random covering up the card base.

Remember to overlap strips, place them off kilter

and cover the eyes a little bit for an authentic effect.

Fourth: Use your scissors to cut off the excess ribbon on both sides of the card.

Fifth: Punch or cut out your scrap of cardstock for the sentiment.

Grab your stamp set, chocolate ink and stamp away.

Attach to the card front & you're done!

Sixth: Sit back and admire how cute that little mummy is and how fast & easy it was to make!

I hope that was clearer than mud and remember, if you've got any questions, just give me a holler! Now, go on, leave some love for me and let me know how things went with my first tutorial ever. :)

Happy Scrapin' 'n' Stampin'

Gloria

A Woman's Prerogative

I'm sure some of you have noticed that I've changed my blog design about a million times in the past week. I don't know what's up, I just decided I didn't like what I had and am trying to find something that's a little more me. :) This one is getting close...I think and some day, I'll find it. In the mean time, I'm sticking with the story that it's just a woman's prerogative to change her mind.

Have a good one,

Gloria

Petite Perks Box

Okedoke, here's my latest project. I love Love LOVE the new packaging of our Petite Perks stamp sets! They are like little mini versions of our regular My Acrylix stamp sets. So so cute...sorry, I digress...

The only thing I might love more than mini things are well organized mini things. So, I needed to design an adorable way to organize the mini stamp sets. I hope you enjoy what I've come up with and can make sense of the tutorial below. If it's clear as mud, just contact me!

Tracey Mason is a Genius!

Here's why:

I visit Tracey's Blog on a fairly regular rate now that I've discovered her. She's a fellow CTMH Consultant and has some really wonderful and inspiring artwork, but the best part is always the pictures. She's an amazing photographer!

So yesterday after taking some ho-hum pictures of a new tutorial I'm working on, I checked out Tracey's Blog and found out how to take pro-style pics for next to nothing...OMG am I excited. So I leave this huge thank you comment and I'm sure she thinks I'm nuts, but this nut just followed her directions and created this crazy looking thing...

(Yes I know our lamp is broken...we have a spastic cat)

Which helped me take this amazing photo...

I know, not CTMH - It's for a family member's 50th wedding anniversary... The point is - I can take better pictures now and it only cost me $0.41 for poster board. $0.41!!!!

So, what does this mean for you all?? Well the obvious is that you won't have to look at horrid pictures on my blog again...well not after the upcoming tutorial pics AND if you have a blog where you post stuff, your artwork can rock too! OR If you Ebay...Etsy...etc... you now know how to get great pics of your stuff without breaking the bank. All you've got to do is find a box that's big enough.

Thanks Bunches, Tracey!

Gloria

BOGO & Help Haiti...What a Deal!!

Check out Close To My Heart's February Constant Campaign Special. Now this is what I call a deal. Not only is our textured cardstock on special for buy 1 get 1 free (making it only $0.30 a sheet!) but they are automatically donating $2.00 to Haiti Relief for every pack sold! Now that's what I call a deal. They're saving me $$, something we can all use these days, and helping a great cause. Click HERE to get all the official details and contact me @ gloriajrogers@gmail.com or call 616-648-7455 to place your order today!

Happy Groundhog's Day,

Gloria

Groundhog Day

Just a quick shout out to say...Happy Groundhog Day!

Hope you're having a good one...as for me, I'm watching it snow out the window and thinking that Spring ain't comin' any time soon. Oh well...

Time to head for the scrap studio and create something pretty to lift my spirits. :)

Gloria