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FREE Foam Stamps from Pinc

Pebbles Inc is one of those great scrapbooking companies to deal with.  Their customer service is impeccable and their products are great.  One of their new products Kate and I were so excited about from their summer release, was foam stamps.  They just arrived at PE and they are an amazing deal. 

Just press out each letter/design, apply paint or ink to the surface and place onto your project. Easy to hold and place because the foam is the actual shape of the letter/design . . . no mounting block to get in the way! You can also conveniently store the stamps in their original foam frame.

There are 6 different styles to choose from - 5 alphabets and a varitey shaped one.  The best part is they are only $9.99! (members pay only 8.99!!)

I loved these so much at the show, that I bought lots extra of 2 styles to give away.  So while supplies last, you can take your choice of:

Blue Jeanna or   Belmont FREE with any $40 regular priced scrapbooking purchase. How cool is that?!

Yup, you read that right, come in for a visit (or phone or email your order in), buy at least $40 of cool regular priced scrapbooking products (not hard to do at PE!) and we will give you one of these stamp sets FREE! This special is valid while supplies last.

Hurry in as these will disappear fast!!

See you soon,

Michele

Basic Grey and Chatterbox on sale!

More new Basic Grey has arrived.  Lovin' all the chipboard and the magnetic buckles and tie backs.  Can't wait to use these.  The magnetic snaps are so much fun also and if you click on the Basic Grey website above, they have a video on how to use them.

Plus this week ALL Basic Grey (even the new stuff) is 25% off (35% for members) so stock up now on this favourite product line.

This sale also applies to all of the Chatterbox products in the store.  We've had lots of new stuff arriving from them and the papers are gorgeous as always.

Trust Us With Your Memories,
Michele

Win one of 5 Nikon Digital Cameras!

Foto Source is sponsoring a very cool contest and you could win one of 5 Nikon Digital cameras.  The best part is, there is no essay to fill out!  Contest Rules and Details . Don't wait too long as the contest closes October 31, 2006.

Trust Us With Your Memories,
Michele

Scrap Cancer Crop

I know an amazing woman...her name is Doreen and I admire her very much. 

She is a mother at my daughter's school and a great friend to everyone.  A few years ago she was diagnosed with breast cancer (at a stage where there wasn't a further stage).  Her counts were humungous and the prognosis was not great.  But Doreen is a fighter and a doer and has an amazing support group of friends and family around her.  With the help of traditional medicine, her "vodoo" (as she calls it) natural medicines, yoga, and huge amounts of prayers, she was able to beat the cancer and remove most of it from her body.  It has come back a bit, but like I said, she is a fighter and will be successful in getting the count down again.

With the first diagnosis, a large group of us decided to support her and her fight by doing the Weekend to End Breast Cancer walk in 2004. It was an incredible experience (and 60km is a lot farther than it sounds!) that I will never forget.

Doreen's husband Dave, is also an amazing person.  He has been a great source of strength for Doreen and her two sons, and is doing the walk again in 2007 for the 4th year in a row!  It is hard to ask the same people every year for donations (each walker must raise a minimum of $2,000 to participate), so Doreen has asked me to help her organize a fundraising crop to help raise some money for Dave and the Miracle team to help in the fight against Breast Cancer.

So set aside November 4th to join Doreen and her team called Doreen's Miracle for 12 hours of scrapbooking fun!  I am so looking forward to being able to sit with all of you and scrapbook for 12 glorious hours!  Yipee!!!!  And I won't even have to feel guilty, because I will be supporting a wonderful cause!  How fun is that!

Download scrap_cancer_crop.doc Click on the download for all the details on this super fun day and how to get tickets.  I've been able to get some great donations from some of my suppliers in support of this event including a QuicKutz prize package.  All attendees will receive a PE gift certificate and be able to shop at a special sale just for crop participants.  I've also designed 3 cute make and takes to include in the goodie bags. Plus Doreen has some fun games with great prizes planned.

I hope that you will be able to come and spend the day with us and support a great cause by doing something you enjoy - scrapbooking! (or cardmaking, or making Christmas gifts, or just sitting around and eating and socializing!) Breast cancer affects 1 in 9 women - help find a cure.

See you there!

Michele

Scrapbook And Cards Today is in!

This is a great Canadian Magazine available as a free download and you can also stop in for a visit to PE and pick up a physical copy (it's gorgeous!) absolutely FREE!

Yup, you read it right FREE!

Make sure to check out the bottom layout on page 66.  Our very own Carol Krawchuk had her first layout published.  I'm sure it won't be her last.

See you soon,

Michele

Reminisce layouts

The new Reminisce paper/sticker lines at PE are so great.  We ordered all of their new releases.  This is a fabulous company that knows how to do themes for scrappers.  It is run by a husband and wife team, Matt and Andria. They also run a retail scrapbook store - so they get what you want. I first met Andria years ago, when I went to the EK Success training facility in New Jersery and she was my seat mate as we were trained in the SDU (Scrapbook Design and You ) program.  So nice to see their companies doing so well.

Here are a few layouts from their gallery using some of the new lines:

Click on the gallery link to see more.

Trust Us With Your Memories,
Michele

Crate paper, Fresh Prints, Paper Salon and Lisa Bearnson Vol 3

The new Crate Paper is in. The new Twirl Collection new Cowboy Collection   and the new Cowgirl Collection are so fun.  They are just as beautiful as the first collections from this great company. 

Lisa's third book in her series Scrapbooking with Lisa Bearnson is actually a kit! You'll get a 180-page idea book filled with pages featured on TV. Lisa's book is the perfect inspiration booster! You'll also receive a make-it-yourself mini album, cute foam stamps and a trendy chipboard set. The CK website has a link to download the instructions and you can see how cute the album is.
Download free instructions on how to make the Definitions mini album.

Here are some photos of the new Fresh Prints from Deja Views.  I absolutely love the colours in these sets.

The new Christmas Papers from Paper Salon are one of my favourite new Christmas releases.  Fresh and fun - I can't wait to make some Christmas cards and projects with it.  The line is called Dazzle and is yummy! (click on the Dazzle link above to see more)

Trust Us With Your Memories,
Michele

Stiletto Squeeze for $69.99!

As we were rearranging in the back room, we realized we still have 2 of the original black squeezes with the font.  This set was orginially $159.99.  These 2 will also go for the QuicKutz Super Sale price of $69.99!! (This is the club member price, if you aren't yet a club member, the price is $76.99.)  Plus this will also qualify for the FREE tote!!  $200 worth of product for $69.99!!  What a deal. The font itself sells for $84.99 so its like getting a discount, a free tool and a free tote!  With the 4 different tool option sets PE is offering you right now, there really is no better time to become a QuicKutz owner.

Black Squeeze  Stiletto font  tote = $69.99!!!!

See you soon,

Michele

QuicKutz Squeeze $69.99 super sale!!!!

There has never been a better time to buy a QuicKutz squeeze tool!  If you have ever even remotely thought it would be nice to have your own personal die cutting system, now is the time to do it!!  See below for the incredible offer.

Photo Express and QuicKutz have partnered up to offer you an amazing deal. We want YOU to become one of the very special Squeeze tool owners. I'm so excited about this offer because I love my Squeeze tool and use it almost every time I scrapbook or make a card.  You will truly wonder how you lived without it. Stop in for a visit and we will show you how easy this system is to use!

If you don't know much about the QuicKutz Squeeze tool, read on below the special offer for some great info on the Squeeze and how you will use it.

PE QuicKutz Super Sale Details:

Each Squeeze Handtool comes WITH an alphabet and table top cradle.  You have 2 choices for the Squeeze :

A pink handtool that comes with a font called Moxie 

or a black handtool that comes with a font called Metro

The regular price of the Squeeze tool and alphabet is $109.99 which is a fantastic value.  PE has made a special purchase and while supplies last, the Squeeze tool and alphabet will be $69.99 for club members ($76.99 if you aren't yet a club member)!  The alphabet alone is normally $79.99! PLUS you will also receive a QuicKutz Tote Bag and tool wrap absolutely FREE!! This is a $40 Value for FREE! This is a very roomy bag (I use one for my laptop and work binders) and will fit your squeeze tool, 2 binders full of QuicKutz dies and scrapbooking supplies.  It is very stylish (I've seen some used as purses and diaper bags!)and has lots of pockets.

So, for $69.99 you can receive an alphabet set, Squeeze handtool AND Tote!  Join the club of very happy Squeeze owners - you won't regret it. This is a great Christmas gift also, but don't wait to buy as at this incredible price, they will go FAST!

QuicKutz Squeeze Hand Tool & Cradle
The QuicKutz Squeeze Hand Tool is designed for use anytime, anywhere and by anyone. The tool weighs less than 3 lbs making it very portable and convenient to use.  It is built to last with a lifetime service commitment and your creativity options are endless as every month QuicKutz releases new dies to inspire you. Plus you never have to worry about your purchase as QuicKutz customer service is unsurpassed.

How Does QuicKutz Work?

Just CLICK your die into the magnetic head of the Hand Tool, CUT your paper & POP out your die cut letter or shape. It’s that easy!  My kids love using it. QuicKutz can be used as a Hand Tool or set up as a tabletop die cut machine press as shown above. It takes very little pressure to be able to cut a die. Plus, there are many other innovations from QuicKutz that increase the versatility of your die cutting tool, such as embossing with GooseBumpz, QuickStampz (makes it possible to create foam stamps from your all your shape dies and alphabets which makes your investment worth double its value) and Icing RubOns embellishments that are some of the best rubons on the market.

QuicKutz Typist Font

You can find a limited number of the QVC special QuicKutz Typist sets at PE.

This set comes with the Typist Font and exclusive shapes that aren't available for purchase out of this set, a binder and a FREE blue handtool. This set has a retail value of over $200.  While supplies last, you can purchase this exclusive set for only $89.99 (member price only $80.99!).  What a super value - an alphabet, tool and Binder!  Plus you will also receive absolutely FREE a QuicKutz Tote bag (valued at $40!)  This is a super roomy stylish bag to take your QuicKutz everywhere with you.  (I've been known to die cut shapes while watching my daughter's activities!)

The typist font is very versatile and comes with the uppercase AND the lowercase.

Trust Us With Your Memories,
Michele

QuicKutz and Ellison Super Sale

At PE we love personal die cutting systems and use them all the time.  You never run out of a letter, and all the embellishments you can create, are right at your finger tips when you want in the colour you want.  Everything from shapes, to alphabets, to tabs and hinges and more. 

From Friday September 22nd - Thurs Sept 28th, ALL instock

QuicKutz  and Sizzix  and Ellison Design products are 30% off the regular price for club members!!!!(20% if you aren't yet a club member - ask us how to become one, its easy and you save at least 10% on all your scrapbooking purchases for a whole year!)  This includes all the alphabets, shapes, tools and accessories.  Stock up now for Christmas and leave hints for those who buy for you!  (This applies to current purchases only and can't be combined with any other specials.)

If you aren't sure what a personal die cutting system is all about, stop in for a visit and we'd be happy to show you how easy they are to use and what the benefits are.  If you can't get in to PE, we can also ship to you.

Trust Us With Your Memories,
Michele

New, New, New

You will find lots of new products have been hitting the shelves at PE .  Here is a sampling of what has just come in:

Madianne - great new font from QuicKutz and new shapes

Fresh Prints from Deja Views in Apple, Plum and Blue raspberry.  Beautiful papers!

Rhinestone words from MAMBI .  These are super fun.

Great new lines from Memories Complete including the circle stickers that Ali loved.

Great stamps in the cutest tins from Paper Salon

Pop-up punches from Ek Success are back in stock (These sold out in a day the first time!)

  New Ellison Design Dies and Sizzlet dies

Lots of cool new products from Reminisce.  Fun Fun Fun!

And some postbound albums that are 2 for $19.99!

Trust Us With Your Memories,
Michele

Free Magazine!!

  The new  issue of Scrapbook & Cards Today is available for FREE download.  Physical copies should be available at PE today or tomorrow.  (They are on the Purolator truck as I type!)

The Fall Issue includes:

• Fabulous Fabrics
• Uncovering your Family History 
• Childhood Memories 
• HP & QuicKutz Contest Winners 
• Remembering You 
• .......and so much more!

Stop in soon to get your free copy (I'll post here when they arrive) as they won't last long!

Trust Us With Your Memories,
Michele

Tip for using Dye ink pads for embossing

Pigment inkpads are normally used for heat embossing as they stay wet longer, allowing you to put on some embossing powder and then heat.

Dye ink pads dry very fast and are very hard if not impossible to emboss with.  Jo passed along this tip she got (unfortunately I don't know who to credit it too) and I can't wait to try it.

To emboss with dye inks: Ink a stamp with Versamark and immediately ink with a dye ink of your choice.  Stamp your image on cardstock.  Add embossing powder.  Tap off excess and heat with your heat gun.  The Versamark will keep the dye ink wet so the embossing powder can stick to it.

Another versamark tip from Jo is to stamp with versamark first before using staz-on inks, as this will help your stamp to clean up better with little or no staining.  Jo has many more great tips like this that she shares in her stamping classes.  Make sure to take one soon!

Trust Us With Your Memories,
Michele

Layout Blueprints and Designing With Calendar are in...

The new Layout Blueprints book has arrived! Layout Blueprints offers sound layout design concepts for your scrapbook pages, and over 200 full-color samples. Choose from 55 drawings to create your layouts on a strong foundation. Then just add photos and embellishments! This 108 page manual is spiral bound so it lays flat while you are working with it.  The chapters are organzied by the number of photos on each layout (3-4, 5-6, 7-9 and 10+photos) with examples that follow the layout exactly and others that experiment with the layout.

Turn this into this.  This is definitely a useful book you will use again and again.  Hurry in to get yours as they are going fast!

Also the new Designing With 2007 Calendar is in!  A full year of inspriational projects.  You will still find the General, Stamping, cards and Home & Gift categories, and new categories include digital, 2-page, sketch and inspiration! Each page includes a quick reference tip, complete how-to instructions and a full supply list.  I've flipped through mine, and there are so many things I can't wait to try.  When the year is done, remove all the cards, sorth them by category and insert them into a binder (or we can spiral bind them for you) and you have a 312 page, 8 chapter idea book!  Quantities are limited and they won't be reprinted so hurry in to get yours.  Great gift idea to tuck away for Christmas.

Trust Us With Your Memories,
Michele