Happy Halloween!

Can you believe October is over?  Before the month ends, I thought I'd pop in to share the make 'n take project from the Anniversary Sale.  I literally came up with this project the morning of the make 'n take!  Talk about procrastination!!!

For a few years now, I've been meaning to teach everyone how to make the mini backpack that I've been spying all over the internet.  Of course, by now, its pretty old news.  I thought everyone would think- been there, done that... but that wasn't the case.  Everyone seemed pretty happy making this project.

Since the Tim Holtz mini treat bag die arrived just in time for the sale, I decided to use it in the project.  It was just the right size to become a backpack!  Don't assemble the bag until you are done adding straps.  To create the flap, I just punched out a 3" scallop circle and folded it in half.  Adhere one half to the back of the bag, leaving the other half without adhesive.

Then punch holes in the back.  You can measure in about 3/8 of an inch from top/bottom/sides.  Tie ribbons so that knots are on the inside, then seal up the bag.  Add velcro to the flap to allow it to open/close. I added the ghost from Imaginisce.   He was perfect since he did not require any coloring!!!  This bag was perfect to hold a couple of Halloween sized candies.

Of course, you can try different sized bags for different sized backpacks..  you get the drift right?

Special thanks to Tracy for taking over blog duties while I was on vacation!  Maybe she'll start posting more often? :)  Happy Halloween Everyone!

More Stamp Camp #3 Samples

Thank you for being patient as we came up with the samples for our Christmas Stamp Camp Class coming up:

Date:  Saturday, 09/08/12

Time:  10am-2:30pm

Cost:  $38

Instructors:  Debi & Jenny S.

Supplies:  scissors, double stick tape, paper trimmer, craft mat, 1/8" score tape

Optional supplies:  Barn Door or Fired Brick distress stain, and glue gun.

Here's the cards Debi will be teaching during the class...

Looks fun huh?  See you Saturday!

Pssst...

Shhh, don't tell anyone but I couldn't wait till the next newsletter to let you know that Debi & I are planning Stamp Camp #3!  This will be our final Stamp Camp for the year, so we decided to make it a Christmas Stamp Camp!  All projects will have a Christmas/Holiday theme. We are so excited to start seeing some of the holiday items coming into the store and are planning our projects around them.  We haven't figured out all of the projects yet, but when we do, we'll post some photos so you can see what you'll be learning.

But for now, I thought I'd share the dates of the class in case you need to make arrangements:

Christmas Stamp Camp
Date:  Saturday, September 8th
Time:  10:00am-2:30pm
Cost:  $38
Lunch:  Jenny will pick up bentos again but not sure from where.  Cost will be approximately $6.50. Please pre-pay when you sign up for the class.
Instructors:  Debi & Jenny S.
Supplies:  TBA

And just a reminder on our other classes:

Debi's Technique Class:
Date:  Saturday, August 25th
Time:  10:00am-12:30pm
Cost: $18
Instructor:  Debi
Supplies:  Double stick tape, craft mat, scissors and sponge brush (if you have).

Stamp Camp #2 (Repeat class)
Date:  Saturday, September 1st
Time:  10:00am-2:30pm
Cost:  $38
Lunch:  If you would like to order a bento- please pre-pay when you sign up for the class. Bentos will be picked up from H&K and are $6.50.
Instructors:  Debi & Jenny
Required Supplies:  scissors, double stick tape, craft mat, paper trimmer, and Tim Holtz water brushes.

Optional Supplies:  (These are not required, however if you have them we encourage you to bring them with you as it will help you to finish faster). Distress inks/stains, heat tool.

August 2012 Newsletter

Wow!  The summer sure did fly by.  We hope everyone had a fun and memorable summer. If we have not seen you in a while, please stop in and tell us what you have been up to.  Before we know it the holiday season will be upon us and we all know that in the craft world we want to get a jump start on our Holiday crafting projects. We are expecting many new items to be on the shelves soon that will assist you in your seasonal creations.

Reminder to anyone interested in attending the upcoming first ever Hilo Paper Jam, we still have applications available. If you apply with one of our applications or list Island Scrapbooking as a referral, please notify us as we are giving away a package of words for cards for those refering us. If we get at least 10 referrals we will get an extra table that allows us more room to bring product as a vendor at the paper jam:)  Not only will we be a vendor on Saturday, but the store WILL also be open for all your paper crafting needs.
Sister Stamps has celebrated their 1st Birthday this past month and is announcing their 9th release already. We are taking pre-orders and if you pay by end of business 8/11/12 you will save 10% on your purchase of these adorable upcoming Sister Stamps. 

Sister Stamps 9th Release: 

• We are awaiting another large Memory Box order with restock items and new dies for the Holiday Season.
• Hero Arts is on its way with Holiday stamps as well!!!
• Lawn Fawn restock and new items should be in any day!!!
• Dandelion is here! 
• Life Style Crafts is due in any day!  A large selection of new dies and a few popular re-orders!  

Mark Your Calendars

Saturday, August 11 HUGE Summer Sale. 50% OFF ALL Red Tag Items and other fabulous in-store specials. 

Not only is it time to think about Holiday crafting but Fall is right around the corner.  We all know what that means....Fall/Spring Clean Sale!!!  We were not sure if we were going host this fall season, but we have decided to do so on a slightly smaller scale. There will be fewer sellors but hopefully more space to present things in an easy to see fashion. The Fall Clean Sale will be on Saturday September 15, 2012 from 10a.m. to 2 p.m.   

Also, don't forget October is Island Scrapbookings 9th Anniversary.  Plans are being made now for this very special event. Exciting!   

Follow Island Scrapbooking's blog/facebook for more information on; what's coming soon, new product that has arrived, up coming specials, and other noteworthy events.    

August Classes:
Stamp Camp #2 (Repeat of June Class)

Stamp Camp Session One is back by popular demand!!! Jenny and Debi will each teach you 3 different projects for a total of 6 projects. This is a repeat of last Months Stamp Camp. There are only a couple of seat left, so if you are interested call today! NOTE:  This is a repeat class.      Date:  Saturday, August 4th  Time:  10:00am-2:30pm Cost:  $38  Bento:  $6.00 (small bento from Cousin's).  If interested in this option Jenny will pick it up for you if you pre pay at the shop. You can always bring your own lunch or get something from Subway or Lucy's accross the street. Please bring a drink as this is an all day class, till 2:30. Remember also that the classroom gets a little chilly because it has to cool the entire shop.  You may want to bring a light sweater. 
Required Supplies: scissors, double stick tape, craft mat, 2 Distress Markers in same color family (i.e. pinks used in sample but they can bring any two colors that are similar), Tim Holtz Water Brush (fine detail tip).

Optional Supplies:  (These are not required, however if you have them, we encourage you to bring them to class so that you can finish your projects faster.)  Distress Stains, Distress Crackle Paint- Rock Candy, Heat Tool, Paint Brush for Mod Podge. 


Stamp Camp #2

 Jenny and Debi are co-teaching again .They have come up with 6 exciting new projects featuring distress inks/stains. If you thought you learned a lot in the first class, you will learn just as much in the second class also.  This class showcases six different card ideas. These ideas can complement what you learned in the first session or can stand alone even if you have not attended the first session.  If you are interested please sign up and pay for your seat now as this class is in high demand and will fill quickly. (with reguard to the sample images -Please note that some slight changes may be made due to product availibility)    Date:  Saturday, August 11th  Time:  10:00am-2:30pm Cost:  $38  Bento:  $6.00 (small bento from Cousin's).  If you are interested in this option, Jenny will pick up for you if you pre pay at the shop. You can always bring your own lunch or get something from Subway or Lucy's accross the street. Please bring a drink as this is an all day class, till 2:30. Remember also that the classroom gets a little chilly because it has to cool the entire shop.  You may want to bring a light sweater. 
Required Supplies:scissors, double stick tape, craft mat, 2 Paper Trimmer and Tim Holtz Water Brushes.

Optional Supplies:  (These are not required, however if you have them, we encourage you to bring them to class so that you can finish your projects faster.)  Distress inks/Stains, Heat Tool.

July 2012 Newsletter

Wow this summer is going by so quickly. We hope everyone is having a great summer. Everyone has been busy with graduations, weddings, vacations and the summer seems to be going by quickly. Here it is July all ready. Its the last month of summer break for the kids, Fourth of July, Christmas in July, and (drum roll...) Sister Stamps 1st Birthday.Happy Birthday to Sister Stamps and Congratulations to Jenny and her sister for the success of Sister Stamps. We wish continued success for many more years to come!!!  

New Arrivals or Coming Soon:

• Sister Stamps 8th Release: In Stock NOW

• Memory Box dies and stamps are here!

• And Dandelion Clings!

Also Coming Soon:

• Hero Arts
• Lawn Fawn
• Paper Smooches

Sister Stamps Make 'N Take:

Please join Jenny in a free make 'n take on Saturday, July 14th between 10am-12noon.  The make 'n take project will be posted next week.  

Big Island Paper Jam:

We would like to announce the 2012 Big Island Paper Jam!  It will be held at the Hilo Honwanji on September 28-29th right here in Hilo. There will be over 20 hours of paper crafting, inspiration, classes, shopping, food, scrapbook and card contests, gifts and prizes. It sounds like plain 'ol fun.

Island Scrapbooking will be participating in the Big Island Paper Jam, so please join us on Saturday, September 29th from 8am05pm.  Inquire at the shop for further details on the cost and to get your registration form.  Register through us and you will receive a free package of "Words for Cards"!

July Classes:

Stamp Layering and Technique Class

Date: Saturday July 14th Time: 12:30pm - 2:00pm Cost:  $15 This technique is back by customer request!  Come join us in learning this technique of stamp layering. It adds a nice touch to your cards as well as your scrapbook. Please bring: adhesive, scissors, distress tool (if you have) and craft mat.

STAMP CAMP    Jenny and Debi are co-teaching again.It's back by popular demand!!! They will each teach you 3 different projects for a total of 6 projects. This is a repeat of last Months Stamp Camp. There are only a couple of seat lefts.  So if interested call now! NOTE:  This is the SAME class that was offered in June.   Date:  Saturday, August 4th  Time:  10:00am-2:30pm Cost:  $38  Bento:  $6.00 (small bento from Cousin's).  If interested in this option Jenny will pick up for you if you pre pay at the shop. You can always bring your own lunch or get something from Subway or Lucy's accross the street. Please bring a drink as this is an all day class, till 2:30. Remember also that the classroom gets a little chilly because it has to cool the entire shop.  You may want to bring a light sweater.  Required Supplies: scissors, double stick tape, craft mat, 2 Distress Markers in same color family (i.e. pinks used in sample but they can bring any two colors that are similar), Tim Holtz Water Brush (fine detail tip). Optional Supplies:  (These are not required, however if you have them, we encourage you to bring them to class so that you can finish your projects faster.)  Distress Stains, Distress Crackle Paint- Rock Candy, Heat Tool, Paint Brush for Mod Podge.

June 2012 Newsletter

Happy Summer Everyone! It's that time of year again for graduations, weddings, and summer parties!  We have plenty of items that you need for your summer projects. We have a large order that is due in the next couple days...5 huge boxes weighing about 50lbs each. So stop in soon to see new product.

Whats New  

- New Magazines just arrived: 

Card Creations Volume 10. - Celebrate 300 fun and creative ideas for 20 Holidays and occasions. And Practical Solutions for Paper Crafters - Upcycle 40+ Budget Friendly Finds To Help Organize & Store.

- Tim Holtz Distress Markers have been trickling in but go out fast. Let me know if you are waiting for a specific color. Also, color charts are available for distress markers so inquire within to get one.

- Tim Holtz Distress Stains are in stock! All Colors!

- 2013 mini calendars are here.

- Paper Smooches new/reorders stamps just in.

- Lawn Fawn new releases/reorders are on the shelf.

- New assorted designer printed papers.

- Memory Box Dies - expanded selection in stock.

- New Island Scrapbooking Cuts including Happy Fathers Day, Happy Graduation, assorted school words (Hilo High Vikings, Kamehameha Warriors, Pahoa Daggers, and Waiakea Warriors) Also new are Baby words, New Baby, It's a boy and It's a girl, Onesies in assorted sizes and colors, Also new are Cherry blossoms and Asian corner cuts.

Is your Tim Holtz Distress Marker Red?

Distress markers by Tim Holtz have been coming in slowly. A customer pointed out to me that there was a batch of the Barn Door and Fired Brick markers that were actually browns and not reds. I contacted my rep and she said they will replace those two colors if the customer is unsatisfied.If you are one of those who purchased one of those two colors from us and are unsatisfied with the color please drop off your pen at Island Scrapbooking by the 15th of JUNE and no later. I am going to send them back to get replacements in as soon as possible. Some may like the color and just choose to get the next batch of reds when they come in. The option is up to you:) Your satisfaction is our priority!

Thank You

Thank You to those who attended our National Scrapbooking Day Sale. Winners are as follow:

Michelle M. was the winner of the Dandelion stamp assortment giveaway.

Susan P. was the winner of the Island Scrapbooking gift bag/gift certificate giveaway.

Congratulations winners! Thank you all for your support.  A great day was had by all!!!

 

Sister Stamps- Release #8 Pre-Orders

Sister Stamps is getting ready for their one year anniversary and are putting out super cute birthday images in the upcoming release #8 scheduled for July 1st. These images are available for pre order. We have decided to extend the pre-order 10% discount till June 9th on all prepaid orders for these cuties. If you have not pre-ordered yet, don't miss out, stop in soon.
 

June Classes

Mini Brag Book

Date: Saturday June 9th

Time: 10:30-12:30

Cost:  $18

Learn to make this cute little brag book. This adorable mini book feartures designer paper. The cutest gift for any new mom, grandma, or customize it for multipurpose use. 

Please bring paper trimmer, scoreboard, 1/8 inch score tape, and scissors.

Please specify Pink or blue.

Stamp Camp

  

Jenny and Debi are co-teaching for the first time. They will each teach you 3 different projects for a total of 6 projects.  Unfortunately the news spread quick and this class is full already. If you are interested please leave your name and number and if enough people are interested maybe they will team up again next month for a repeat class.  

Date:  Saturday, June 16th 

Time:  10:00am-2:30pm

Cost:  $38 

Bento:  $8.25 (large bento from Kay's Lunch Center).  If interested in this option Jenny will pick up for you if you pre pay at the shop. You can always bring your own lunch or get something from subway or Lucy's accross the street.

Please bring a drink as this is an all day class, till 2:30. 

Required Supplies: scissors, double stick tape, craft mat, 2 Distress Markers in same color family (i.e. pinks used in sample but they can bring any two colors that are similar), Tim Holtz Water Brush (fine detail tip).

Optional Supplies:  (These are not required, however if you have them, we encourage you to bring them to class so that you can finish your projects faster.)  Distress Stains, Distress Crackle Paint- Rock Candy, Heat Tool, Paint Brush for Mod Podge. 
 

 

Stamp Camp

Are you ready for summer?  Well, Debi and Jenny are teaming up to bring you a special class next month... Stamp Camp!  Think of it as a day camp for stampers!

We were totally inspired by Tim Holtz and his awesome line of Distress products! This class focuses on using Distress inks, stains, pens, and other Tim Holtz products in this fun technique class.

Because we will be covering A LOT of projects in one class, the class is scheduled for a whole Saturday.  If you would like to order a bento lunch, please request this at the time you sign up.  Bento cost is $8.25 for a large bento from Kay's Lunch Center, or you can choose to bring your own lunch.  Please bring your own drink(s) to class as this will be a long day.

Now on to some of the projects!

Ever wonder how to use the new Distress Stains that have arrived at the store? You will be learning how to use the stains using several techniques.

 

Also, see those hemp daisies?  You'll also be learning how to make those too! Next up are two of Debi's projects...

This first project is a Glassine Envelope Recipe Card!

Learn to use Tim Holtz's Crackle Paint in this Distress Crackle Paint Tag.

 We haven't finished up all of our project samples yet, but we think you'll be bitten by the Distress Ink bug too after taking this class!  Here's what you can also expect:

• Sticky Back Canvas card
• Watercolor card using Distress Pens & Tim Holtz water brush

Here's the class info:

Date:  Saturday, June 16, 2012
Time:  10:00am-2:30pm
Cost:  $38
Lunch: (optional)  $8.25 for large bento from Kay's Lunch Center (please order at time of signing up)
Instructors:  Debi & Jenny

Required Supplies: scissors, double stick tape, craft mat, 2 Distress Markers in same color family (i.e. pinks used in sample) for flower, yellow distress marker for middle, and two greens for leaves, Tim Holtz Water Brush (fine detail tip).

Optional Supplies:  (These are not required, however if you have them, we encourage you to bring them to class so that you can finish your projects faster.)  Distress Stains, Distress Crackle Paint- Rock Candy, Heat Tool, Paint Brush for Mod Podge, blending tool, and mist bottle of water.

This class has not been announced in the newsletter yet and we anticipate it will fill up quickly.  Please contact the store to reserve your spot soon.  See you at Camp!

May 2012 Newsletter

It is hard to believe that it is the month of May. A lot of the new inventory has arrived and more is on the way. We are expecting a large order of Memory Box dies in shortly so stay tuned. Craft Fair participants are you ready to get your Scrap On...2013 calendars are due in any day. These tend to fly out quickly. We will post on facebook/blog when these much anticipated items arrive.

Huge Sale

Please join us in celebrating National Scrapbooking Day on Saturday May 5th 10am-2pm. Huge paper sale and super deals...and a bonus coupon.... AND..giveaways too!  

Dandelion Giveaway

Simply buy any Dandelion stamp, 20% off on sale day, and get entered to win a gift bag from Dandelion with an approximate retail value of over $60.00

Island Scrapbooking Giveaway

Spend $25.00 and be entered to win this spread of Asian theme cardmakers dream assortment which includes a $30 Island Scrapbooking gift  certificate. Total retail value is $100. 

What's New

- Memory Box Dies - New releases and expanded selection due in soon. Largest order to date.

- Assortment of designer prints by Bella Blvd in stock.

- Time Holtz Distress Markers and

- Tim Holtz Distress Stain due in soon.

- 2013 mini calendars are here!

 Tuesday Hours

Going to resume closing at 5pm on tuesdays this month due to schedule conflicts. Sorry for any inconvienence. In addition to our blog, follow us on Facebook for latest updates and occasional specials.

 

Waterfall Mini Scrapbook Class (Doodlebug Bird)

Do you love Waterfall cards?  Well, the concept has been modified to accommodate larger pages that are great for adding photos and journaling.  The recipient will love the interactive feature of this mini.

Cost:  $20
Supplies:  double stick tape, scissors, scoreboard

Date: Friday 5/4/12

Time: 10:30am-12:30pm

Cost: $20

Instructor: Jenny

Mini Pocket Album with Tracy!!! This Class will feature the Twinkling H2O'S. Hurry as this class has been long awaited for and will fill up fast.  I finally have a commited date. Please note this class starts at 10:30 as Tracy needs 30 minutes to hyperventalate before class. Please don't worry as I am an experienced, well trained nurse and am fully prepared to take excelent care of her. Please be good to her as we want her to teach again. Tracy is awesome:)   Supplies:  double stick tape, scissors, scoreboard/ or trimmer with score blade,  and a distress tool if you have one. Date: Saturday 5/12/12 Time: 10:30 - 12:30pm Cost: $25 Instructor: Tracy See In Store Sample     Pinwheel and Paper Weave Class You will make two cards with Jen. One with a whimsical twist and the other a more elegant style. Come see how versitile this technique can be.   Supplies:  Paper trimmer, double stick tape, and hermafix. Date: Saturday May 19th Time: 10:00-12:00pm Cost: $15 Instructor: Jen

April 2012 Newsletter

Thank You

Thank you to all who attended our Spring Clean Sale. It was a success, and as always

we are so glad for all those who help make it possible. Special thank you to Tracy for being there from start to finish during the week of the sale prep and sale day too. Also we are very greatful to those who buy and sell, for without them there would be no sale. It feels nice to be a part of recycling and this event, though hectic, is always worthwhile. Thanks again everyone. I also want to say an extra special thank you for those who take the time to support Island Scrapbooking's sale too. Your loyalty and support are very much appreciated!

    

What's New

- Memory Box Dies - Reorder has arrived 

- Selection of extra large Washi papers are in stock - ordered at the CHA Show

- Assortment of designer prints by Imaginisce

- Coordinating clear stamps and dimensional/canvas stickers also by Imaginisce.

- Expanded Doodlebug papers including baby boy, baby girl, Easter and assorted spring prints.

- Many other misc. new items throughout the shop.

- 7th Release Sister Stamps Are Here!

We are going to continue the later Tuesday hours for the month of April. Please spread the word so these hours can be utilized. If we find there are a lot of customers who are able to take advantage of this later day then we may keep it on a regular basis. Happy Spring Everyone.


April Classes:

Copic Basic Coloring Class (Includes Copic Hair) 

  It's like getting two classes in one!  Learn basic techniques and how to color up hair all in one class using your Copic Markers.  Students should bring their own markers to class (no sharing please).  Enrollment is limited to 5 students per class so that more attention can be given to each student.  A list of suggested colors will be provided to students when they sign up. 

Date: Saturday 4/14/12
Time: 10:30am-12:30pm

Cost: $25

Instructor: Jenny

Supplies:  Supply list will be provided when you sign up.

Pocket Mini Album

Do you love mini albums?  If you do, we have a fun series of mini album classes coming up starting with this class.  This fun and interactive mini features pockets on each page that you can add more photos or journaling to.

 Date: Saturday, 04/21/12

Time: 12:30am-2:30pm

Cost: $25

Instructor: Jenny
Supplies:  double stick tape, scissors, scoreboard and an empty cereal box. (We will use the box for the album covers).  




Another Technique Class  

Take another fun class with Debi and learn some great techniques for card making. Samples to be in the shop soon. Stop in to see samples, or if you know you want to learn some card making techniques then sign up today.

Date: Saturday, 04/28/12
Time: 10:00am-12:00pm
Cost: $18
Instructor: Debi
Supplies: double stick tape and scissors.(inquire for additional info)

 Pop Up Scrapbook

 Our 2nd class in the mini album series is an old favorite that is back by popular demand.  We've updated the look by adding in some Asian papers but this mini can be used for all occasions.

Date: Saturday April 28th

Time: 12:30am - 02:30pm

Cost : $25.00

Instructor: Jenny

Supplies:  double stick tape (strong), scissors, paper trimmer w/cutting and scoreblade (preferred over scoreboard).

 

Copic Hair Coloring Class
  

 Want to learn how to color black hair using Copics? Jenny will show you the technique she uses for black hair, that can be applied to all different colored hair types. Students should

 bring in their own Copic markers to class. (Please note, this is not a basic Copic coloring class. Students should have some general knowledge of blending with Copics).

 

Date: Friday 5/4/12

Time: 10:30am-12:00pm

Cost: $15

Instructor: Jenny

Supplies:

Copics: 100, C9, C7, C5,

Micron black pen

Skin tones (E00, E02, E21)

Clothes:  R29, R27, R24 

Scissors & Double Stick Tape 

Waterfall Mini Scrapbook Class (Doodlebug Bird)

 Do you love Waterfall cards?  Well, the concept has been modified to accommodate larger pages that are great for adding photos and journaling.  The recipient will love the interactive feature of this mini.

 

Session #1 (Doodlebug Bird)

Date: Friday 5/4/12

Time: 2:00pm-4:00pm

 

 

 

Session #2 (Imaginisce Makin Waves)

Date: Friday 5/5/12

Time: 10:30pm-12:30pm

 

Cost: $20 for either class

Instructor: Jenny

Supplies:  double stick tape, scissors, scoreboard