10 Randoms

We're a wasteful society. I don't use disposable cleaning products (like Mr.Clean wipes or Swiffer) but sometimes, when I am standing in the cleaning aisle in Sobeys, I think "My life would be so much easier if I had these.". Here's the thing: We have it pretty good. And I have lots of things that make my life easy. So I can pass on the disposable mosquito repellent wipes (for real!!!!) and be grateful to have these:

10 Things That Make My Life Easier

1. My Dyson. They are not over-rated. They are exactly what they claim to be. And when Brian and I got a tax refund last year, we splurged. At the time I thought "I can't believe I am spending this much on a vacuum cleaner." A year later, I'd do it again in a heartbeat. This thing rocks.

2. Vinegar. It's one product that seems to clean everything.

3. Fitted Sheets. Can you imagine having to tuck the sheets under your mattress every time you made the bed like in a hotel? We take them for granted. Love fitted sheets.

4. Convection Oven. Good for the earth. Easy to clean. Love it.

5. Internet. Clearly. It's no nice to be able to find recipes, stain removal tips and Facebook at the click of a button.

6. Dryer Balls. If you still use Dryer Sheets... Google them. You won't believe what's in them. Need an even better reason to switch? They last for a looong time & save you a ton of money.

7. Remote Controls. I never appreciate these until I am at the cabin and the movie ends. Everyone is comfy and NO ONE wants to get up to shut the TV off.

8. My Cricut Machine. Mmmmmm. No more unwanted X's and Q's. Now I only have to buy stickers if I really love them. And it's so easy to match stuff. Honestly, how did I scrapbook before this thing?

9. My KicthenAid Mixer. Cookies in 10 minutes. Oh yeah.

10. Electric Lawn Mower. I used all of the money I got from my Bridal Shower & Wedding to buy this. Best ever. Love not keep gasoline on-hand. Love not spilling it all over my hands. Love this lawn mower. Love it.

Alright ladies, think about it. We have been given so many things to make our lives easier. Can you imagine what our great-grandmothers would think? What can you give up that is convenient, bu very wasteful? I bet lots. Ziploc Bags, Cleaning Wipes, Dryers Sheets. If you have any more ideas I would love to hear them. My guilty conscience loves this stuff.

New!

k-bots from Kaiser Craft.

So freakin' cute.

Double-sided. Adorable. And that's good enough for me.

New!

2 New lines from Basic Grey are now in store.

Lime Rickey & Wisteria. Paper, Stickers, Chipboard & "Stuff". And of course, I love it all.

mmmmmmmmm. Basic Grey.

Still room...

We find ourselves with three

Empty Seats

for this Friday/Saturday's National Scrapbook Day

If you are finding yourself with a free weekend or have a girlfriend who is on the fence, sign up now, these seats won't last! Each seat is $35 and includes lunch on Saturday, a late-night snack on Saturday night, a Crave Cupcake, two Make&Take's, as well as a chance to win some great prizes (Cricut cartidges, a Zutter Bind-It-All & more!)

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National Scrapbook Day is fast approaching. If you are counting down the days, I thought I would share with you the Saturday lunch menu, which I just got from the caterer. If you have any concerns please advise us by Wednesday.

- The Menu -

Wraps

Roast beef w/ smoked Gouda, horseradish mayo,

lettuce, julienned red pepper & red onion

Ham w/ Gruyere, basil mayo, lettuce,

julienned red pepper & cucumber

Turkey w/ Havarti, roasted red pepper spread, lettuce,

julienned orange pepper & scallions

Avocado, brie, sprouts, cucumber,

tomato, red onion, cilantro mayo

Veggie, Crackers & Dip: Lemon Dill dip, Hummus, French onion dips. Carrots sticks, cherry tomatoes, celery, Raincoast Crisps (rosemary/ pecan/raisin) & rice crackers

Dessert

Chocolate mousse in crispy cups, with mint and a berry.

Hawaiian Colada Rooibos iced tea, Cream Earl Grey hot tea.

BCS#1

Boot Camp Session One - Sneak Peek

Layout #1

Color Scheme: Blue, Green, White, Orange (as above)

Products: Paper & Die-Cuts from Scenic Route, May Arts Ribbon, A WHOLE pack of rub-ons and more.

Photo Roll Call: One 4x6 (portrait), One 5x7 (portrait), Five 4x6's (that will be cut, some into circles, to approx. 3.5x3.5")

Room for a small amount of journaling on this layout.

Layout #2

Color Scheme: Blue, Lime Green, Black & Ivory (as above)

Products: making memories patterned paper & WHOLE alphabet, tag rims, brads and more.

Photo Roll Call: Two 4x6 (portrait), One 5x7 (portrait), Two small croppable pictures (approx. 2.5x2.5")

Room for a small amount of journaling on this layout.

Layout #3

Color Scheme: Pink, Green, White & Brown (as above)

Products: American Craft's Amplified line. Scalloped edge paper, Ribbon, Buttons and a WHOLE pack of Thickers (allows you freedom for your title & theme), monogram.

Photo Roll Call: One 5x7 (landscape), Two 4x6 (portrait), One 4x6 Landscape (must be able to take off a small portion of right side). SEPIA pictures look FABULOUS on this layout, but are not required.

There is room on this layout for a small amount of journaling.

Please bring the following items to this class (in addition to regular supplies): Corner Rounder, Pen, Adhesive (glue dots are essential).

Enlist!

Scrapbook Bootcamp!

May 13th, 20th & 27th

Sign up for one session or brave all 3.

In this fast-paced class only the fit survive (Well, not really. A good soldier never leaves a scrapbooker behind...). We will finish 3 double-page layouts in each session, filling your album faster than you can say "Sir! Yes Sir!"

Eash Session is $48. Sign up for all 3 and save $20.

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Another One! Layout #070

I miss this by Haley Ross

I like to think I have the cutest cat ever. I thought I'd stop taking his picture so much once I had a baby, and I was right. This is pre-baby. Poor guy.

Materials: Patterned Paper: Stampin' Up; Cardstock Strips: Doodlebug; Cardstock: Bazzill Basics; Stickers: Thickers by American Crafts; Brads: Doodlebug.

Layout 069

First Halloween by Haley Ross

I guess I shouldn't be posting this layout because I still have journaling to do. Sorry about the picture (you can see my shadow). I have been wanting to use this spider transparency for a while now, it looks so cool.

Old Stock? All of it. Yay me!

Materials: Cardstock: Bazzill Basics; Patterned Paper: K&Co.; Transparency: Hambly; Alphabet Stickers: Making Memories; Brads: Karen Foster; Tab Punch: Stampin' Up; Pen: Vellum Writer by EK Success.

Layout 068

My Small Paul by Haley Ross

I saved the tags from the items I bought Miles while shopping that day. They are too cute!

Question: When you are journaling do you write in the third person? My journaling on this page is weird. I usually write on my pages as if they were a letter to Miles (or to the reader) instead of a narration. For some reason, I changed that on this page (last sentence). I hate it. What does everyone else do?

Materials: Patterned Paper: Cosmo Cricut & My Minds Eye; Cardstock with an Edge: Bazzill Basics; Accent Stickers: Making Memories & ki memories; Alphabet Stickers: Scenic Route & making memories; Brads: Doodlebug; Grommets: We R Memory Keepers; Ribbon: May Arts; Pen: EK Success Zig Writer.

Happy Earth Day!

Bring your own re-usable bag into the store today & tomorrow (April 22nd & 23rd) & save 15% off of your entire purchase.