Scrapfest Review

I have returned from Scrapfest with new knowledge and new toys:)  Unfortunately I am also returning with an empty wallet.  From what I understand this was the first time Scrapfest has been held in Oshawa, Ontario and I must say it was a good choice of venue.  There was lots of parking, it was easy to locate and there was plenty of room for all the activities, plus College men...need I say more ;)

I attended 2 classes with Vicki Boutin.  Friday night's class was called Easy, Detailed, Expert and we completed a layout at each of these levels (well not really completed but started and will finish at home).  Once I have completed them I will post them to my gallery at    http://www.loonie4scrapbooking.com/page/417621566
I was definitely pulled out of my comfort zone this week-end and learned new techniques that most people use regularly like stamping and creating borders using punches, but also was introduced to new tools like the I-Rock...loved it so much I bought one!  (In my next blog I will tell you about the I-rock gem setting tool).

My second class was a Sassafrass workshop that taught us how to do double-page layouts, work with tissue paper (not my strong suit) and my favorite GLIMMER MISTS!  I absolutely loved this workshop and I am not even a big fan of Sassafrass.  I definitely feel as though I got my moneys worth from the classes alone.  Vicki Boutin, her mom and her assistant were very nice/personable people.  By the way in case you haven't heard Vicki is writing a book that will be released in 2012.

The marketplace...scrapbookers heaven!  Booths and booths of vendors selling at discounted prices (for the most part).  Almost every booth had a sale of some sort.  Then there were also the make and takes...some were really good.  I made three but missed out on a couple I was interested in trying as time tends to fly when you are having fun.  It was definitely a case of if you see it and you know its a good deal don't waste time thinking about it or it will be gone!

So I am now looking forward to the next Scrapfest which is in April in Kitchener.  I know without hesitation I WILL be there.  It was a great week-end, the people who organized it did a great job, everyone was friendly and there was lots of shopping selection.  A special thank you to Vicki and her mom and assistant...they were awesome!

Happy scrapping!

I am off to ScrapFest 2010

I am so excited to be heading to ScrapFest in Oshawa later today.  I am taking 2 classes both of which are being taught by the lovely and talented Vicki Boutin.  I am looking forward to learning new techniques especially with regards to glimmer mists and stamping...two areas I have been wanting to learn about.  My 6 year old wants to try the glimmer mists too, he so loves arts and crafts.

With any luck I will be able to pass some new found knowledge on to you following the event.  I am going to be in scrapbooker's heaven with a marketplace of over 35 vendors.  Better leave the credit card at home :)
If you live in the Oshawa area I urge you to come to the show if not for a class then to take in the ambience and maybe get some make and takes in the marketplace..  Talk to you when I return!  Happy scrapping!

Looking to display your artwork!

Photo Gallery coming soon!  I am now accepting scrapbooking and cardmaking pages that follow the fall, Thanksgiving and Halloween themes.  If you have completed a page/paper craft you are proud of and wish to share with others than I invite you to send them to loonscrapper@gmail,com and I will post them on the new photo gallery that will be on http://www.loonie4scrapbooking.com  by the end of the week.  My hope is that enough people will participate and we can than have a contest whereby you vote for your favorite layout/card/craft.  Let's see how many people we can get to join in the fun.  All levels of paper crafters are welcome to participate.  I will start off the gallery with my own page.  Looking forward to see your work!
Just a reminder to everyone to always keep your cameras within reach because when you least expect it something worth remembering happens and you want to be sure to capture it.
Happy scrapping!

Shapeabilities by Spellbinders have arrived at Loonie4scrapbooking. We now have three die template packages on hand for you. Now available are two Halloween sets (Halloween Scenes and Shapes Jack O'Lanterns) and one Christmas themed set (Fanciful Holidays). Click on the following link to see these templates: http://www.loonie4scrapbooking.com/spellbinders The cost of the sets are $18.99 each. What I like about the Shapeabilities are that they work on Spellbinders Wizard, AND the Cuttlebug...which as we all know is one of my fave's.

I just need to share this one bit of info...why I love the Cuttlebug...in my home my 6 year old son who loves skateboarding and his "Beavers" group asks every week to do arts and crafts so I introduced him to the Cuttlebug and now once a week while other families have games night my family has "Cuttlebugging night". My 2 year old even helps by cranking the handle. It is always a fun night and my 6 year old just loves the variety of folders and dies available. Each week he does something new. Cuttlebug is easy to use, offers a lot of variety and is affordable! I love it.

Gypsy- Design on the go

Gypsy by Cricut allows you to design on the go. Portable, easy to use and holds 7,000 cartridges. Create your design, then hook up to your Cricut machine and cut out your design.

Size - 8.5" x 3.75" x 1.3"

Weight - 11 ounces

Screen Size - 4.7", 16:9, 480 x 272

Stylus Length - 3.75"

Storage - approximately 7000 Cartridges, 10000+ Designs

Battery Life - 4 hrs cont. 18 hrs int.

Compatible with all Cricut machines and cartridges (so far) unclear as to whether will be compatible with the Imagine that is coming out soon.

2 full content cartridges preloaded, one is gypsy wanderings and the other is gypsy font.

REGISTER AND UPDATE YOUR GYPSY

1. Go to www.provocraft.com/Gypsy and sign

in using your Cricut.com account. If you don’t

have an account, sign up for one.

2. Download and install either the PC or Mac

Gypsy Sync Software.

3. Connect the Gypsy to your computer using the

Computer Connector Cable.

4. Run the sync software. Follow website instructions.

Check out this video it provides a wonderful intro to the Gypsy. http://www.cricut.com/gypsy/videos.aspx

My opinion: There are so many useful gadgets on the market and the Gypsy is ideal for someone who wants to create their own designs. For busy designers on the go this is a must have but for regular scrappers that are satisfied by the offerings of the many Cricut cartridges on the market it is not a necessary tool. Of course if money was no issue I would clearly want one but the reality is it would be fun but not necessary to get one. It depends what you are looking for...Cricut seems to offer something for everybody...or will in the near future at the rate they are developing products!

I am going to stick to my Cuttlebug and Cricut Expression but for those of you that have the Gypsy, enjoy it and let your imagination guide you!

Happy scrapping!

Spellbinder presto punch templates

Here is a link to show you what the new templates will look like for the Presto Punch machine.

Go to http://spellbinderspaperarts.com/blog/introducing-presto-punch%E2%84%A2/

to see the various templates available. Loonie4scrapbooking is taking preorders for the Presto Punch and the templates. Most of the templates will cost $8.49 except the Petal pack and Fall leaves which will cost $14.99

Through my suppliers I can get most of these templates BUT unfortunately they are not yet offering the Party Pack, Hearts, Stars or any of the alphas. I will post any changes to availability.

I can preorder the following templates at this time:

circles, ovals,squares, rectangles, flowers, and labels A through C, these are all going to cost $8.49

leaves and petal packs are going to cost $14.99

If you do want to preorder send me an email at loonscrapper@gmail.com

Happy scrapping!

Presto Punch embosses too!

Presto Punch...I have mentioned it before stating that it is going to be a great product, space saver and cost efficient product, but now I have learned we can add EMBOSSER to the list! This product is AMAZING! Just check out this video I found on YouTube from CHA2010 in Chicago.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ObQ70clzmtE

It will be available in December...a great gift for your favorite scrapper or dare I say yourself?! I am already taking pre-orders so if you want one you better put your order in! The cost will be: $77.89 + tax but shipping is free! They say on the video it will retail for $69 but unfortunately that is the US estimate!

The price sounds expensive but if you think about ha=ow much you have spent on all the different punches you have purchased over the years you will realize its really not that much. Spellbinders has lots of diffferent templates that will fit the Presto Punch. I will bring you more info about that in another blog.

Hope you find the video informative. Happy scrapping!