Michelle's Scrap

Class Schedule For March 10th, 2012

2012-02-18T15:41:00.000-05:00

Michelle’s Scrapbooking & More (located in the Hartville Marketplace #214)

Classes: Please email casdanben@aol.com or call 330-956-9871 to sign up (leave message if you get voice mail). These are small classes with limited seating, so I prefer a down payment. A down payment to hold your spot can be made via paypal or through the mail via check. If a down payment/reservation has not been made please check prior to attending if extra seating is available.

Saturday March 10th , 2012-$10.00

Beginners Card Making Class

10:30am-12:30

Class will include basic information and techniques for new cardmakers. All supplies provided.

March 10th 2012

1:30pm-3:00pm

Pretty Paper Posies with Caroline Hill- $10.00

Come learn to do make pretty paper flowers with punches, dies etc and embellishments.

Please bring adhesive, all other supplies provided. Get a chance to try these products before you buy them!

Have a wonderful weekend, Michelle

A card by the very talented Cassidy~

2012-02-13T13:56:00.000-05:00

My daughter has been spending more and more time crafting. She was lucky enough to sit with Caroline H. one Saturday at the shop after a class and make this lovely card. Caroline is so patient, and of course my daughter loves her. This card is a "slider card" which was made with one of the adorable Marci stamps from La La Land.
Cassidy was so excited when I told her about the challenge they were having this week at La La for kids and had to enter the card, it is her very first challenge. (She is twelve.) I want to point out the ever so cute little necklace she made for Marci, and the lovely little polka dots she added to the dress. I think she is getting quite good with the Copics!

So she is entering this is La La Land Crafts for kids which is White (the inside of the card and the polka dots), Red (the shoes) and a heart.

2012-02-06T12:32:00.002-05:00

Happy February! Here in Ohio it looks like spring! I hope it lasts. I want to thank everyone for their patience with me over the last week while I was without a computer. In fact, January was a very bad month for me all around, and I appreciate every ones kindness and understanding. I have to think February will be a better month!!

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Coupon Codes for February (Pick your coupon)

February1--- Good on orders over 50.00. This coupon will take 10.00 off your total order!!

February2---Good on orders of 20.00 and more. This coupon will take 10% off your total order!!

Coupons are not good with any other offers or codes. Mention the coupon code in store to take advantage of the savings. Coupon good through Satuday Feb 11th at midnight.

Coupon codes do not apply to gift certificates, copic club, or Magnolia Club.

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New Spellbinders have still not arrived in store. I will keep you posted. Update on Copics shipping date--they are now saying March 15th.

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Have a wonderful February!! If you are looking for something special that is not in stock, just let me know.

Michelle

Coming soon : New Pixie Cottage stamps

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Whats in the shop?

This adorable stamp from Art Impression "Girlfriends"

Update on Shipping Etc.

2012-02-04T11:04:00.000-05:00

Finally have computer service again, my power cord arrived yesterday while I was at the shop, and will resume shipping and answering all my emails. My apologies for the delays.

CLASSES: Next Saturday we will have Caroline Hill doing the Slider Card again from 1:30-3:30. Please sign up in advance, if you can't sign up then call Saturday morning to see if there is space.

NEW COPICS AND NEW SPELLBINDERS have still not arrived.

Michelle

Class schedule for January 28th/Feb 4th and Coupon Code

2012-01-20T11:45:00.000-05:00

Hello friends! We are freezing here in NE Ohio with near zero temperatures today.

I have been so busy (I am sure you can tell by the lack of posts on my blog) it is making my head spin. Thank you for your well wishes for my son. For those who don't know, my son and his girlfriend were in a car accident while on his way home from visiting me at the store. He is recovering fine, he just wishes he had some front teeth. It is hard for a young man of 21 to be missing teeth, not to mention the funny metal brace that is still in his mouth, which I guess will remain there till that fracture heals. I just hope that it heals well enough that they can give him an implant. Other than that his only other injuries were spains, bruises and a concusion. His girlfriend also has some broken bones and whiplash but is healing fine. But they were lucky and I thank God for that. I have been running around, making phones calls and generally stressed out, as the insurance company of the responsible party (and older lady) is not stepping up, which just frustrates me to no end. So I apologize if I haven't been on top of everything recently.

For all my local customers I wanted to tell you about the classes I have coming up next week. Caroline, who is very talented with her cricut and other tools will be teaching these classes.

CLASSES

Spellbinders will be demonstrated and used to make adorable treat boxes, perfect for class treats or goodies for your grandchildren for Valentine’s day.

Saturday February 11th

Beginners Copics Class with Michelle
10:00am-12:00 Noon

(If you are new to Copics and have none you will receive 3 markers from one color family to practice blending and highlighting with. If you already have Copic markers you can pick three from stock to fill in your collection.)

Class will include basic information and techniques on the use of Copic markers, including basic blending and highlighting. All supplies provided.

COUPON CODE
Snowflake
20% off any order over 20.00 good January 20th-January 23rd. Good in store and online. In store, just mention the word Snowflake. Online type the code in the promo code field. I cannot honor the discount if you do not type the code in, it becomes too confusing when doing my bookwork. NOT good on special orders, gift certificates, cannot be used in conjuction with I Shop coupons or gift certificates or prior orders. Please note shipping times will be possibly 2-3 weeks due to high order volumes during sales.

Have a great day,
Michelle

Classes in store this month

2012-01-05T16:21:00.000-05:00

For my local customers here is the class schedule for the 1st half of January. Please contact me with any questions at casdanben@aol.com and type "Class" in the subject line. Thanks! Happy New Year.

Michelle’s Scrapbooking & More (located in the Hartville Marketplace #214)

Classes: Please email casdanben@aol.com or call 330-412-6264 to sign up (leave message if you get voice mail). This must be done in advance as I have very limited space so classes will be very small. 3-5 people. A down payment to hold your spot can be made via paypal or through the mail via check. If a down payment/reservation has not been made please check prior to attending if extra seating is available.

Saturday January 7th, 2012

10:00 am - Noon

Copics Class # 1 Beginners-$25.00 (Includes 3 Copic Sketch markers)

(If you are new to Copics and have none you will receive 3 markers from one color family to practice blending and highlighting with. If you already have Copic markers you can pick three from stock to fill in your collection.)

Class will include basic information and techniques on the use of Copic markers, including basic blending and highlighting. All supplies provided.

2:30pm-4:30pm

Beginning Scrapbooking #1-$10.00

Scrapbooking doesn’t have to be complicated. Learn the basics to get you started making your own scrapbooks and see if this is a hobby for you. In this class you will learn all you need to get you started. No supplies needed. You will leave with two 12 x 12 scrapbook pages and be able to apply your own pictures to the pages at home.

Saturday January 14th

10:00am-Noon

Beginning Card Makers Class #1- $10.00

Making cards can be as simple or complicated as you want it to be. In this class you will learn the basic techniques. Various tools and supplies will be introduced and used by the class including. All supplies provided. You will leave with two cards.

2:30-4:30-$10.00

Specialty Folded Cards (gate fold and easel fold)-$10.00

Learn the folds and tools necessary to make these special cards. Bring your own adhesive and all other supplies will be provided. Example of easel card is below.

Happy Birthday Jesus Blog Hop

2011-12-18T00:05:00.002-05:00

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, JESUS!!!

Thanks for joining us for our Happy Birthday Jesus Blog Hop. Today, we are worshiping the King & celebrating the TRUE REASON FOR THE SEASON! This Hop is Hosted by Tina from Crafty and Green. If you've hopped along from Melinda's Paper Crafting World, then you are in the right place!! If you are just joining me from your dashboard, or reading this via email, please be sure to start at the beginning with Tina (We wouldn't want you to miss a THING!!)

Thank you for Celebrating with us Today! In the midst of all the hustle and bustle of the Holidays, We have to remember the one we really celebrate and love and who is the TRUE REASON FOR THE SEASON! Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior.

There is TONS of Great Candy in this Hop. We have 7 Sponsors for this hop with FANTASTIC PRIZES!!!!

1. Jen's Digi Stamps (Gift Certificate)

2. Michelle's Scrapbooking & More (Gift Certificate)

3. Heather Flaherty w/ {ippity} (Gift Certificate)

4. Papercrafting World (Gift Certificate)

5. Scraptastical Kreations (Gift Certificate)

6. K Andrews Designs (Stamp Set)

7. My Family Keepsakes (12x12 print/page)

What You Have to Do To Be in the Running for these Fabulous Prizes:

1. The Ladies have all worked hard on their Projects, Please Comment on Every Stop Along the way on Both Days. (Separate Line up December 17th & 18th)

2. Please Become a Follower of CraftyAnd Green

Here is my project!! Made with a sweet little stamp from Stampavie.

Now, Hippity Hop on over to Karis Blog to see her Fabulous Creation Today!

Merry Christmas to everyone!
Michelle

NEW Magnolia Stamps are coming!!

2011-12-16T12:41:00.000-05:00

Well, Magnolia picked a crazy time to do such a large release! Christmas! However,I am going to try doing another Magnolia Special Order on their new release. The new stamps are finally shipping to retailers. I have not placed an order yet, and what I plan to do is place an order within the week. If you would be interested in placing a preorder at special pricing on any of the new stamps below please email me at CASDANBEN@AOL.COM and I will send you more details on how to place the order. These will be at a discount!

Also, I haven't been ordering their dies or sentiment stamps but if you would be interested let me know, if I have enough interest I will start ordering those also.

Thanks again,

Michelle

A Very Special Pixie Cottage Challenge 100th!!!

2011-12-14T02:00:00.007-05:00

First, I must apologize for not having a card for the hop, I was a last minute fill in and just couldn't get a card done. So i am posting one of my favorites from last year. Using Sandra Hammer's Winter Mailbox and a couple of my Tilda stamps.

Now on to the fun....

It's a very special challenge at The Pixie Cottage this week as we are celebrating our 100th challenge!

To mark this special occasion we are having an "Anything Goes Christmas" challenge and also a blog hop for some very special prizes!

You should have come to me from the wonderfully talented Francy and if not then please go back to The Pixie Cottage so that you don't miss a spot on the hop.

You'll need to collect letters from all the blogs on the hop to be in with a chance of winning.

Also you must leave a comment at all the blogs as each one is giving away a Pixie Cottage Digital Image so plenty of prizes to be had. I will be giving away this wonderful digi by ArTish! Chose by random drawing from the comments left on this post.

Finally when you get back to the The Pixie Cottage leave your name and link to your blog in the Inlinkz box for a chance to win a $20 Gift Certificate to Michelle's Scrapbooking!. We'd love you to enter with a Christmas card/project but if you are only entering the blog hop please add BH after your name. Only one "Blog Hop Only" entry per person.Y

So now you just need to leave me a comment and then hop along to Wendy's blog to carry on with the fun and see her wonderful creation!

Michelle

Marked down Sizzix Products

2011-12-13T19:45:00.000-05:00

Some great marked down items in stock from Sizzix. The pricing is well below MSRP and priced to sell. Here are just a few of the items. These are closeouts and will be hard to find in the future.

Michelle

Special Markdowns.... get them while they last

2011-12-04T10:25:00.001-05:00

Simply Renee Ribbons Organizers for only 19.99!! Three left in stock... get them while they last.

Also the new Ranger Tim Holtz Winter Seasonal distress inks are marked down to 15.00, five left lin stock...

Have a wondeful Sunday! Michelle

Cards for Adam

2011-12-03T11:28:00.000-05:00

Hello friends. I come to you today with a sad story. If you have been a follower of mine you might remember the story of Haeli and her cancer. Well, today another child's life has been touched by this horrible disease. I know there are many other children out their suffering, too. Childhood cancer has an extra special place in my heart, as I have told some of you in the past I lost my brother to Leukemia a 31 years ago. He was 8 years old. I am hopeful and thankful for all the advances in medicine!

I would like to do my part in making Adam and his family's day a little tiny bit brighter. Again, I call on all of you wonderful card makers to help me. I would like you to spread the word, and also send a card or care package if you can to Adam and his Family. (He also has a three year old brother Ross)

You can also join the facebook page to keep updated and more importantly join in the prayers for this sweet baby.

Cards for Adam

7310 Nimishillen Church St. NE

Louisville, OH 44641

Thank you for your help,

Michelle

Today I have a book mark.

2011-11-27T01:09:00.000-05:00

Have you seen the adorable book marks that you can make? I used a stamp from Inky Impression. Now lately I have been doing most of my reading on my android, but it is not anti-glare, so all summer long I was reading "real" books.

I also used a Martha Stewart edge punch, my Spellbinders labels 4, a couple of Prima flowers, Bazzill carstock, and I cannot remember off hand who makes that printed paper. (Most likely to be Kaisercraft or Basic Grey, as they are my two favorites of late)

This is a quick and easy project, and would make a great teacher's gift. Let me know if you need instructions.

Have a wonderful Sunday!!

Michelle

Black Friday Sale

2011-11-23T23:55:00.001-05:00

Black Friday Specials and FREEBIE (GOOD THURS AND FRIDAY ONLY THIS WEEK)

I have several specials for our Black Friday sale!!! (and some unadvertised specials!)

Pixie Cottage Stamps!---Buy 3 get one free. (Put three stamps in your cart and type you choice of a free stamp in the comment field when checking out)

Spellbinders-Buy 4 get one free HERE(of equal or lesser value of the lowest price) Feel free to order any Spellbinder dies that are normally priced under 25.00. So this does not include Grands. If I run out of any die due to this sale I will reorder and have in 5 business days, or offer a replacement.

Free Stamp with all purchases over 10.00 (stores choice)
FREE SHIPPING ON ALL US orders over 50.00!! (not including die cutting machines)
Check the CLEARANCE CATEGORY for markdowns.

Check the NEW in stock category for new Christmas paper and other goodies.

SALE DETAILS:

Good Thursday and Friday only
Online ordering only please for this sale. You do not have to pay online if you plan to pick up your order in my store, simply make your choices online and choose money order or check for your payment method and "pick up" for shipping method, you can pick up in store and pay on the Friday or Saturday following the sale.

NO free shipping on die cutting machines.

SHIPPING TIMES : Due to high sales volumes during sales and occasionally out of stock items shipping may take up to 2 weeks to be shipped. I always do my utmost to make sure you receive the items your ordered in a timely manner, but due to having both an internet and retail establishment inventory count may at times be off, I will however reorder the the item and send to you as soon as I can whenever possible.

Happy Thanksgiving to my American customers!!

Michelle

Punches and Embossing Special Today!

2011-11-22T14:28:00.000-05:00

Hello crafters, the second day of Prelude to Black Friday Specials is here. Today it is Punches and Embossing Folders that are marked down. I don't mean marked down just a little either, I mean marked down by 25-45% from retail! Some items as low as 3.00!!! Limited Time!

This includes Provocraft, Sizzix, Tim Holtz, Martha Stewart, and EK Success!!

Shipping of sale items sometimes take a bit longer than normal ship times due to the number of sales. I pack and ship most everything myself, in addition to running my little online shop and the shop at the Marketplace. I anticipate it will be no longer than 2 weeks, probably more like 3-5 business days. Items may be picked up in store also next Monday, just choose "pick up" when you order through the online shop.

This sale will last 24 hours, perhaps a bit longer, but may terminate any time after 24 hours, due to availability.

Have a great day,

Michelle

Gift Certificate Sale!!

2011-11-21T20:11:00.000-05:00

Yes, you read that correctly. I am gearing up for Black Friday and have put gift certificates on sale through tomorrow. Available in varying amounts.

Stop by HERE and get your Christmas shopping done the easy way!

Michelle

Tim Holtz Distress Inks Seasonal Series Winter 2011

2011-11-10T12:25:00.000-05:00

Hello! Just stopping by to let you know the Tim Holtz Seasonal distress inks have arrived. Limited quantity and for a limited time.

MSRP: $18.00 NOW 16.99

Michelle

Blue if for Boy!

2011-11-09T09:57:00.002-05:00

I am stopping by today to post my card for The Pixie Cottage Challenge. I used one of the new Pixie Cottage stamps, Sebastian the Snowman by Alisa Ramirez. The theme for this weeks challenge is Blue is for Boy, or you may choose to use the sketch instead.

So here is my take on the theme.

Cardstock by Bazzill

Patterned paper by Bo Bunny

Markers-copic

Edge Punch-Martha Stewart

Flower Soft-White

Sentiment Stamp by The Pixie Cottage

Snowman Stamp The Pixie Cottage

A little bling in the upper right corner from Basic Grey

I would like to also enter this card in a few other challenges.

Papertake Weekly-First Christmas
Creartive Inspirations Paint-Anything Goes

Dream Valley Challenge-Anything Goes

Anything Goes Challenge Blog-Stitching real or Faux

Inspire Me Fridays-Anything Goes

Totally Papercrafts-Stitching

Meljens Designs-Use a brad

Crafting for All Seasons-Texture

Thanks for stopping by!!

Michelle

News/Coupon and more

2011-11-06T15:33:00.002-05:00

What is going on in our oneline store:
Still plenty of items in the clearance section! I also have some of the latest released Magolia Stamps in stock in very limited numbers, so I wouldn't wait too long to get them or they will be gone.

Have you heard about the Copic Club? If not check it out HERE! No committment, and a very econimcal alternative to starting or adding to your marker collection.

I am placing an order for some more of the Copic display units , . Th. These would make a wonderful Christmas gift!

One last thing, I have hundreds of 12 x 12 papers in stock and will be selling them off in bulk at 10 cents a sheet, I thought I would offer you the chance to make a purchase before I offer them to the general public. If you are interested please email me at casdanben@aol.com. I cannot take specific requests, it will be sold as more of a "grab bag" or suprise paper in amounts of 50 sheets or more.

Coupon Code for November: Turkey

Dates: Nov 6th-Nov 10th

Amount: 20% off total purchase

Free US shipping on orders over 80.00!! (does not include cutters)

Your may share this coupon code with friends or any community boards you are a part of.

Yes, you can use this coupon code on items that are in the clearance category.!!!

Good on online purchases Nov 6th-Nov 10th, but they may be picked up in store. (Also good on in store purchases made Thursday Nov 10th (just mention the coupon code
Not good on cutting machines, gift certificates, special orders, Copic Club, layaways or large storage furniture. It cannot be combined with any other discounts.

Shipping times may be longer than usual during sales. I strive to ship in 5 days or less, but depending on the volume of orders that time may be increased.

IN STORE

We have moved! Already? Well, not really moved to far, just to a different area in the Hartville Marketplace. You can find us at #215.

Shop till you drop at Hartville Marketplace's first ever Ladies Shopping Day!

FRIDAY NOVEMBER 18, 2011

9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tickets are $5 each and can be purchased at my shop.

100+ unique shops will have discounts&specials all day in honor of Ladies Day! There will be door prizes too! You must purchase a ticket for that day to receive the discounts at the shops&to be entered in the drawings.

When you arrive you will receive a $5 MarketPlace gift card~ so you get your money back, plus a chance to win prizes including an iPad, Kindle, teeth whitening, purses, gift certificates&more!

New Pixie Cottage Stamps

Yes, this is the week for our new releases!!

La La Land Crafts

I also have a few of the new La La land releases in stock!

New Pixie Cottage Digital Images
by ArTish
We are also releasing three new digital images by the ever so talented ArTish!

Enjoy the rest of your Sunday!
Michelle

Some New Goodies!

2011-10-29T18:14:00.001-04:00

Hello! Hope you are all enjoying your weekend. It is hard to believe that October is almost over. I know a lot of people had snow in the last 24 hours, thank goodness we didn't yet.

I wanted to drop by and post about a few new stamps that I got in this week. Trying to expland my horizons!! LOL.

I have had a lot of requests for more sentiment stamps. Here are a few from Just Rite Stamps. These fit on the stampers from Just Rite, or you could mount them on cling foam.

Then here is something new from Stampers Anonymous/Tim Holtz

And a few more La Blanche

The new Magnolia Stamps will be here Monday!!
Coming very soon, new Pixie Cottage Stamps!

Enjoy your Sunday!

Michelle

Zutter Products marked down!!

2011-10-20T13:14:00.000-04:00

Zutter Products

Many of the Zutter products have been marked down in my store today!!

I have also marked down some flowers from Prima.

And also have added more items to the Clearance Section!

I also received some new Sizzix embossing folders today! And some more of the sold out designs from Spellbinders

Have a great day!

Michelle

Basic Grey Sale!

2011-10-17T16:23:00.001-04:00

Basic Grey 6x6 Paper Pads
All BG pads are marked down by 50% today and tomorrow only!!

3.00 each while supplies last

In fact almost all things Basic Grey are marked down!

If you would like to purchase online and pick up in store I will refund your postage, just let me know.

So stop by and check out the Basic Grey! Michelle

October Coupons

2011-10-11T11:57:00.001-04:00

ONLINE TODAY AND TOMORROW ONLY
$12.00 off ALL orders over 50.00 COUPON CODE: October
$5.00 off all other orders over 25.00 COUPON CODE: October2
10% off all other orders COUPON CODE: October3

FREE US SHIPPING on orders over 80.00!

*FREE SHIPPING IS NOT GOOD ON DIE CUT MACHINES
*COUPON CODES NOT GOOD ON GIFT CERTIFICATES/DIE CUT MACHINE OR FURNITURE. IT MAY NOT BE COMBINED WITH OTHER COUPON CODES, PRIZE WINNING DISCOUNTS OR OTHER DISCOUNTS

THESE DISCOUNTS ARE GOOD ON CLEARANCE AND SALE PRICES IN ADDITION TO REGULAR PRICED ITEMS, EXCEPT AS NOTED ABOVE.

IN HARTVILLE STORE THURSDAY&FRIDAY ONLY

15% off all orders, simply mention this email/blog post and ask for the 15% OFF discount. (this discount is good on sidewalk sale clearance priced items also)

In Store Special

2011-10-10T10:13:00.000-04:00

Special Pricing Event

Simply Renee Clip It Up

MSRP: 80.00

My regular Price: 54.99

NOW: 27.99

I use this myself and highly recommend it, hangs nicely on your wall free up drawer and table space.

Limited amount in stock, shop how while supply lasts.

Challenge Winners and Blog Hop Winners

2011-10-04T23:46:00.000-04:00

Hello ladies, I am sorry to have kept you waiting, but I do have the winners of the OWH Challenge and the OWH blog hop!

First, from the challenge we have two winners:

Random winner is #28 heaney from Paperpapier

Favorite card winner, there were a lot of pretty ones, but this one really caught my eye.. #10 Carol L from Our Little Inspirations

Email me at casdanben@aol.com, and I will send your the code for your 20.00$ gift voucher to use in my store.

Next we have a winner from Saturdays Operation Write Home blog hop.

It is a gift voucher for 10.00.

The random winner of this one is Queen Bee from Queen Bee's Musings

If you also would email me at casdanben@aol.com I will send you your voucher.

Thanks so much to all of you who participated. And thank you to OWH for including me in this wonderful event!

Michelle

Is there a nurse in the house?? Well, yes there is!

2011-10-03T00:01:00.000-04:00

Okay, I'm backkkkkkkk!!

I am happy to say I had some time to put a few cards together last week.

I just love Mo Manning's stamps, be it digital or rubber, and when I saw this nurse there was no doubt I would be buying that one. I mean... this has to be the cutest nurse ever! And being a nurse myself... well that says it all.

I have to show you the inside, because I am just loving this line of paper! It is from Kaisercraft, called Miss Nelly. Kaisercraft is really becoming my favorite papers... yes, it is even surpassing Basic Grey. I cannot believe I just said that! I also read over at SCS someone was asking to see the insides of the cards people posted, so in honoring that request here it is.

In addition to the paper I also used my Copic markers to color the image, and some opalines from Basic Grey. Sentiment stamp was purchased at Pat Catan's, not sure of the manufacturer. If you are interested in getting in to Copics or adding to your collection you may be interested in my Copic Club.

It is really a pretty simple card. Personally, I am just happy to get any card done! My daughter has had me downstairs making cards a few times in the past week... so yah!!! I will have my own cards to post for a change. And I should take pictures of her and post those too.

I would like to enter this card in a some challenges.

Crafts 4 Eternity has the them Anything goes (ingredients are in my post)

Simon Says Stamps also is Anything goes

4 Crafty Chicks is Anything goes

365 Cards: Day 215 is Lovely layers (5 or more)

CES Challenge is Pretty Girls

Speedy the Cat wants Polka Dots

Crafty Purple Frog wants Lots of Layers

Inspire me Fridays is Anything goes

Southern Girls Anythng Goes

Paper Sundaes is Lots of Layers

Cute Card Thursday is Animal Crackers

Mo's Digital Pencil is Furry Friends

Thanks so much for stopping by!!

Michelle

Just wanted to share these photos

2011-10-02T05:00:00.009-04:00

After sitting by the door and feeling the damp and cold draft all day at the store, (I think it felt like winter!) I decided I needed some cheering up. Just where did summer go?

In addition to paper crafts, I love to garden and also like taking pictures. So here are a few of my "hobbies" together. I don't pretend to be a master photographer, but I sure like having the pictures to remind me of my summer flowers, walking barefoot in the yard and feeling the warmth of the sun on my face.

My gladiolas

My butterfly bush (Buddleja)

and a pesky bee at my petunias

Hope this brought some sunshine to your day!

Michelle

OWH Blog Hop

2011-10-01T03:00:00.009-04:00

Hello, I am stopping by today to join in a World Cardmaking day Christmas blog hop with OWH (Operation Write Home). Did you get involved in our challenge last week to celebrate OWH's birthday? Are you familiar with OWH and what they do? You can read more about how they support our military through creativity, and how you can help! If you would rather donate monetary gifts you can also do that HERE. OWH is a non for profit organization and I am proud to be a part of this wonderful blog hop!

In honor of this special occasion, I will choose one random winner from the comments left on this post today (you have till midnight EST tonight to leave a comment) The winner will receive a 10.00 gift voucher for my store!!

Also, to honor this hop all orders placed today in my store will receive a free sentiment stamp and bottle of stickles of my choosing. Alls you have to do is type OWH

in the comment section at checkout!

I asked the design team to help me celebrate this occasion, as I wasn't sure if I could get a decent card together. So here is what they came up with.

Katie Tate used this adorable Gingerbread Tidla from Magnolia Stamps to make her card. In addition, I she used her Copic Markers, Spellbinders dies, Cheery Lynn doily (I have some of the new ones in stock now!) and even a Martha Stewart punch. Also, notice the pretty little Prima flowers around her doily, what a nice touch. I see she broke out her new Authentique 6x6 Christmas paper bundle. (called Wonder)

And Janiel Corley used this cute little Pixie Cottage stamp Gavin The Elf, and I have marked him on sale in celebration of this blog hop!!

And I was actually able to get a simple little card done.
I used Hannah with Candle by Sandra Hammer, part of The Pixie Cottage stamp line. I also used Kaisercraft's Christmas Carnival paper pad. I added some sparkle to her hat and the star with some Stickles

Thank you everyone for joining us in this blog hop, and make sure to keep right on hopping to the next blog! To follow the blog hop simply go to the OWH website and follow the thumbnail links!

Have a wonderful weekend!

Michelle

Guess what I am getting??!!

2011-09-29T15:44:00.000-04:00

Two new lines of stamps!! How exciting is that?!!

First of all, I am adding La La Land Crafts stamps both to my Hartville location and my online store. They should be arriving at the end of the week, and I will get them loaded to the store asap!

I am also going to be adding Sugar Nellie stamps to my Hartville store! So for all my local customers, you must come check those cuties out. (Sorry, I am unable to sell these online) These also are on their way to me!!

What else is new? Well I have an order of Cheery Lynn dies due to arrive any moment. I hope to get them priced and listed right away. There are some beautiful designs, but we have come to expect that from Cheery Lynn, haven't we?

Also of note, I just added some more lovely La Blanche stamps! Oh and how could I forget the new Whiff of Joy stamps I ordered? I think they will arrive next week sometime.

Please stop by the Clearance section in my online shop for more markdowns added over the last several days.

Martha Stewart punches are also newly priced at a discount!

Now don't forget to stop by Saturday and join me for a Blog hop with Operation Write Home. There will be a random prize! And if you are out in this neck of the woods stop by my shop in Hartville on Saturday. They are having a Craft Festival here, so there will be lots of pretty things to see and do.

To make it worth you while I will offer another incentive. If you are signed up for my newsletter please be on the lookout for a coupon code! If you are not signed up for my newsletter just email me and let me know you want to be added.

Of other note:

Spellbinders Poinsettia die is still not in stock, it should be here anytime. Apologies for such a long wait. All other Spellbinders from the special order have shipped or will ship this week.

I will be announcing the winner to my OWH challenge this weekend.

Coming soon: NEW Pixie Cottage stamps!

Hope to see you Saturday,

Michelle

Magnolia Stamps SALE!! Today through Saturday

2011-09-22T16:19:00.000-04:00

Magnolia Rubber Stamp Sale

I must make room for the new Magnolia line of stamps soon to come, so I have marked down all my Magnolia stamps 10-28% off regular prices. That means all Magnolia stamps are 9.99, yes even the latest releases. But hurry to get the best selection. I am running this sale in store and online both now through Saturday 11:59 pm EST. (In store closes earlier) If you come into the shop just mention this sale so you get the sale price. If you shop online the prices are already marked down, no coupon code necessary!

Cards by Katie Tate and Cheryl Rowley!

While you are at it, check the other brands of stamps many are in the clearance category online, and many are just marked down in their regular category.

Have a wonderful weekend!

Michelle

The Pixie Cottage Challenge

2011-09-20T23:55:00.001-04:00

Hi! I am back today with a card for The Pixie Cottage weekly challenge. Now I actually wanted to have this card ready for the OWH challenge that started yesterday (see previous post) but time got the best of me. (What else is new) So I finished it up this morning! It felt so good to craft. I have been able to color a little here and there at the store, but have not had time to actually sit down and make a card in ages. It felt great to be creative again. I didn't add alot to this card because the actual stamp, The Diner from The Pixie Cottage is a bit busy with all the fun food and things. The stamp is actually quite big, so my card is a 6x6. Of course I had to also add a Tilda stamp from Magnolia Stamps. I fell in love with this paper when i first saw it and have been waiting for the right project to use it. It is Modern Homemaker from October Afternoon. Very vintage! I colored the stamps with Copics and used my white gelly roll marker to highlight. It is hard to see but I used crystal effects over the refrigerator to give it a glassy effect.

Sentiment stamp is also from The Pixie Cottage

I thought I would use up all the gorgeous paper and not have to worry about what I was doing with the scraps. So I finished up the inside.

I would also like to enter this card in a few other challenges.

Creatalicious Challenge is having a "anything goes"

Stamp with Fun is also "anything goes"

Kaboodle Doodles theme is Lots of Layers
Cute Card Thursday has "anything Goes"
Stamptacular Sunday "Just Sayin'"

Don't forget to get in on my challenge here in honor of operation write home.
Michelle

I am hosting a Challenge!! In honor of OWH

2011-09-20T01:00:00.063-04:00

Hello fellow crafters!! I am excited to be hosting my first challenge here on this blog!!

Operation Write Home is celebrating their birthday this month.

If you are not familiar with Operation Write Home (OWH) let me tell you a little about them.

This wonderful organization was started by Sandy Allnock in 2007. They support our US armed forces by sending blank handmade greeting cards to write home on, as well as cards of gratitude to encourage them.

You can visit Sandy and her fellow OWH bloggers HERE

SO in honor of OWH we are hosting a challenge this week. And giving you all the FREEDOM by picking what you do. Yes, anything goes!

Theme: Anything you like! It can be a card, scrapbook page, any papercraft!

IT can be any theme, any color!!

Time: Starts today Sept 20th and runs through 11:59 pm EST Sept 27th!!

The only freedom we are not allowing is backlinking. NO backlinking please, this must be a new project.

Otherwise you have all the freedom:

You can use any products.

You can combine with other challenges.

We take projects from all over the world for this challenge!

Post your challenge project on your blog and direct link it to this post.

Also enter your card or project into inklinkz below.

Clearance and Marked down items

2011-09-19T11:50:00.002-04:00

Hi there! I am just stopping in to make a quick post and let you know that I have placed many items into the CLEARANCE SECTION of the store. In additon Flower Soft is marked down also!

We have some new items in stock

Wonderful holiday paper from Authentique

Echo Park Victoria and more.

Also, starting to carry Marvy's alchohol markers. A little more economical choice for those who do not want to invest in Copics. So stop in and have a look around.

Michelle

New Kaisercraft Paper

2011-09-08T15:22:00.001-04:00

Stopping by to let you know that a couple of new Kaisercraft paper pads are in !! If you like vintage, these are for you! They are Vintage Timeless and Black & White Timeless.

Coming soon: BIG SPECIAL ORDER SALE ON SPELLBINDERS!!

Michelle

Some inspiraton from Cheryl and Katie

2011-09-06T19:53:00.000-04:00

I had to stop in and quickly post some of the lovely cards Cheryl has been making!! Here is a card she did with Whimsy Stamps little Jellybean.

Here she has used a Magnolia Tilda Stamp and one of the beautiful Cheery Lynn Dies! Also she used a sentiment from The Pixie Cottage

and this card that Katie posted this week is just to die for! She also used a Magnolia stamp and Apple Bench from The Pixie Cottage

These ladies really make me want to find some time to craft, how about you?

Michelle

Newsletter QR

2011-08-26T18:53:00.002-04:00

For you to scan into your android device

Quickie Post tonight

2011-08-25T19:12:00.001-04:00

I just wanted to stop in and tell everyone I am back from vacation, and catching up on packing/shipping. I also just opened my little shop at the Hartville Marketplace today. No carpet yet. :( But will have that soon!

Please if anyone emailed while I was on vacation and have not heard back contact me again. I think I managed to answer all my emails.

Here are a couple of pictures to share with you.

This is my daughter and her friend. I did some fooling around with photo editing for fun.
Newsletter going out very soon with a 20% off coupon code, if you are not on my mailing list email me HERE and I will add you.

Added a filter to this one, trying to make it look more like a sketch.

Here is what Cassie spent a lot of time doing, arguing with her dad! You have to love those 12 year old girls, don't you?

She hates this picture, and I was told not to post it on facebook, ha ha... she never mentioned my blog.

The end to a great vacation and back and jumping into work again..... ahh... I would like another week.... please?! Here is a picture of my little shop. Stop by Hartville Marketplace and visit me if you are in the Akron/Canton Ohio area. I am trying to squeeze every bit of stock into this little space that I can.

Have a great night.

Michelle

New Items added to the Store & Coupon Code

2011-08-10T18:03:00.001-04:00

Please note, I will be taking a break, also known as a VACATION/HOLIDAY!! YIPPEE! My nephew is being nice enough to stay at my house and watch the house and pets! And, I will be spending a week with my husband, daughter and her friend at the beach!

During this time there will be no shipping. August 12th till the 21st. The store will remain open and orders can be placed. Please allow several weeks for shipping. While I am on vacation please enjoy this coupon code:

Vacation15

This will take 15% off your order. It is good on retail orders until Sept 21st on orders greater than 20.00! Orders must be placed through the cart/store system to qualify. Not good on gift certificates, layaway, special orders or past orders.

Sign up for my Newsletter for even more/better coupons! and the latest product news and inspiration!

Just in:

Belles 'N Whistles newest Elisabeth Bell stamps! Only 7.95!

Kaisercraft Miss Nelly 6.5" Paper Pad

Echo Park paper pads

Karen Foster Countdown Calendar

Thanks so much for stopping by,
Michelle

New Cricut Cartridge Storage

2011-08-05T22:28:00.000-04:00

I just had to share this new storage unit for cricut cartridges. Just loving this!

And I think they are quite reasonably priced. Only 19.99!

Check them out HERE

Michelle

Copic Club

2011-07-31T17:02:00.000-04:00

Copic Club

For anyone who missed it last month, it is not too late to join the Copic Club, the price is 15.75 right now but due to Copic mandated price increase the price will go up in August. So hurry over today and get in at this price.

You will receive three Sketch markers each month, I keep track of what you have and what I send you so you will not receive duplicates. Shipping is included in this price!! Three markers not enough for you? You can choose to purchase 2 sets, and will get six , still free shipping!

Any questions please feel free to email me at casdanben@aol.com and I will get back to you as soon as possible.

Michelle

New Magnolia Stamps

2011-07-29T19:50:00.001-04:00

Magnolia Stamps new releases are on their way to my store!! I am very excited by some of these stamps. Why? Because I can relate to them. There is the softball player, the volleyball player (sports that my daughter play) a cheerleader (like my niece) and a nurse (like me...although I don't know any nurses that wear hats and a dress in this day and age...but still she is cute!!) Currently they are set up as a preorder. They should be here in less than two weeks and are available at special preorder pricing.

Take a look at a few. I haven't ordered the whole collection, and if there is a certain one you would like please contact me at casdanben@aol.com and let me know, I will be glad to place another order.

Have a great weekend.

Michelle

New Stamps in Stock

2011-07-29T00:49:00.000-04:00

Just in, new SweetPea Stamps. Really something for everyone. If you haven't seen SweetPea stamps before stop over and check them out HERE. They are bare red rubber and very reasonably priced.

Be back soon, Michelle

Copic Displays

2011-07-27T21:00:00.000-04:00

Copic Displays/Storage

I have been searching long and hard for these at a decent price, not only for you, my customers, but also for displays to use in my new little shop.

There are three different displays.

They are called the Copic Ciao display, the Copic Multi liner display and the Copic refill display. On the outside they are all very close to being the same dimensions. On the inside they are configured each a little differently,as far as shelves and the sizes of the shelves go. I originally had the Copic Refill display myself, then switched to the Multi liner. They all will fit Copic Sketch and Ciao markers, as well as refills. I just received a shipment of the ciaos and multi liner today and have added them to web site today. :

The first one is the Copic Ciao display it has 36 individual openings. Four rows of nine. Altogether it can hold 324 Ciaos, so I figure probably about 250 sketch, give or take. Dimensions are 15 3/8″ x 8 1/2″ x 4 1/4

The next one is

Copic Multi liner Display

This empty rack has 30 slots and holds 12 multi liners per slot. Dimensions are approx: 14.25" x 9" x 4.25". Probably about 9 sketch markers would be my guess per slot.

Please note I highly recommend insuring these for shipping. While I do pack them well, these are acyrlic and if handled roughly could crack or break.

Shipping:

When Boxed these weight approximately 7 pounds, shipping will vary by location. If you purchase two displays and live in the US, shipping will be free. If you would like more than two units contact me and I will offer additional discounts.

Have a great night!

Michelle

Coupon Code and new items in stock

2011-07-19T21:51:00.000-04:00

Copic is increasing the prices for their products, effective August 1st. Due to pricing mandates put in place by Copic, I too will have to increase my prices. Please take advantage of this opportunity to order Copics before the price increase and with the coupon code provided below.
Copic Club

Another great idea is to check out our new Copic Club.

NEW PRODUCTS:

All kinds of new items in stock. Including many new paper pads, Cheery Lynn Dies, Alvin marker storage. Also Epiphany button makers, fabric, new Melissa Frances flowers and more.

COUPON CODE

Good for orders over 50.00 -- use coupon code Fifty and you will get 20% OFF your order

Good for orders under 50.00 -- use coupon code Under and you will get 15% OFF your order

Due to the large volume of sales during coupon codes shipping will take 1-2 weeks

Coupon code expires July 25th. Coupon codes are not good on buyer's club, gift certificates, cutting machines, or storage furniture. Only one coupon code per order. NOT good on special orders. COUPON CODE must be used at time of order. Please type it in the appropriate space provided at checkout.

Other News:

Our new store opening soon at Hartville Marketplace. Are you in the North East or Central Ohio area? Email for directions.

Coming Soon: NEW Pixie Cottage Stamps!!

Crate Paper-Emma's Shoppe

New Stamping Bella Stamps

Some New Cheery Lynn Dies Just listed

New Spellbinders on preorder

Have a great week!
Michelle

Love this Cricut Cartridge!

2011-07-15T19:59:00.001-04:00

I saw this cartridge and just fell in love with all the swirls and frames. And for the price it really cannot be beat, under 30.00!

Cricut Fancy Frames can be found HERE

I would love to see some examples of what can be done with it. Anyone using this?
Michelle

New Spellbinders are Coming/Preorders available

2011-07-15T00:08:00.000-04:00

Hello everyone. It is time for a little peek at what is coming soon!

First, I wanted to mention I have many Pixie Cottage stamps marked down for limited, over 20% off!

Secondly, I am slowly getting my preorders listed in the store on the new Spellbinders that will be arriving next month. I have placed orders for the ones that are set to arrive between August 5th and August 15th. Now of course we know that is only an estimate. Right now I have the six below listed for preorder at the special price of 19.99!! They will be 21.99 once they are in stock.

And remember FREE US Shipping on orders greater than 80.00!!

Happy crafting,

Michelle

Punches Marked Down!

2011-07-13T21:21:00.000-04:00

Good evening/day fellow crafters. Tonight I am marking down punches , some more than 30% off! Martha Stewart, EK Success , McGill and Fiskars!

Also still some embossing plates left in stock and marked down, and I am down to just a couple of Basic Grey 12 x 12 paper collection packs.

Making room for newer items soon to be released, so stop by and get these items while the price is right!

Goodnight, Michelle

Embossing Folders Clearance Priced

2011-07-11T22:32:00.000-04:00

Making way for more new inventory being released later this month. I have marked down embossing folders listed below. Sale good while supply lasts. Most items marked down more than 25%!

Sizzix Embossing Folders (includes Tim Holtz)

Provocraft/Cuttlebug Folders

Basic Grey paper selling for 9.99 a pack almost gone! More items to come later this week

Michelle

Basic Grey Paper 12 x 12 collections

2011-07-09T19:21:00.001-04:00

In an effort to create space for new products that will be coming in from CHA I am clearancing all my Basic Grey 12 x 12 Paper Collections Packs for 9.99!! Good while supply lasts.

So stop by HERE

Have a great weekend,
Michelle

Some New Goodies!

2011-06-29T01:28:00.000-04:00

Just had to stop by and show you some of the new things that have arrived!!

New Embossing Folder from Sizzix

7 Gypsies Vintage Ticket Holder

Bo Bunny's Adorable Zoology Paper pad

and new Kaisercraft

Pick your poison!

Michelle

Speaking of Copics.....

2011-06-23T01:00:00.000-04:00

I should have added this to my quicky post last night.

The Copic Club is 15.75 a month, FREE SHIPPING!

That is for 3 sketch markers. More details are available on my website

HERE

Also have a little kit put together for crafters who are new to Copics and need all the "little things" to get them started.

HERE

Let me know if you have any questions or suggestions.

Michelle

Did you know about my Copic club?

2011-06-22T00:53:00.000-04:00

Copic Club

Stop by and check out the details HERE

June Newsletter, coupon, and inspiration

2011-06-20T00:41:00.000-04:00

Are you getting my email newsletter, this months coupon code just went out for 20%! Email me if you need to be added to the newsletter list. casdanben@aol.com

Inspiration below from Cheryl Walker!

Thanks for stopping by,

Michelle

Winner of Magnolia Blog Candy

2011-06-18T15:54:00.000-04:00

Congratulations to Mapowska, she is the lucky winner of three new Magnolia rubber stamps from their latest release.

Mapowski email me with your mailing address at casdanben@aol.com and I will send you three of the newest stamps.

Thank you everyone for playing.

COUPON CODE for all: Magnolia

This will take 10% off your total order between now and June 20th.

Check my international shipping rates, they are quite reasonable.

Michelle

Spellbinders Special

2011-06-14T01:29:00.000-04:00

For a limited time, buy three Spellbinder dies at regular prices and get one free!

Simply purchase three Spellbinder dies selling at 19.99 or up and get one free of equal or lesser value.

Type your free choice in the comment field at time of purchase.

Sale now through June 18th.

Here are just a couple of the dies available.

Visit the store at http://www.michellesscrap.com/

Thanks!

Michelle

Coupon Code and new items in stock

2011-05-25T01:52:00.000-04:00

Hello to all you fellow crafters! The days are flying by, graduation is upon us and Memorial day is right around the corner here in the US.

Time for another coupon code. Good for 20% off any order greater than 15.00!! Just use the coupon code: Memorial

Not good on prior sales, gift certificates, layaways, special orders, (you must use the store cart) not good on goodies bags, and large cutters. Please allow approx 2 weeks for shipping, due to high volume of sales. Coupon codes cannot be combined with other discount codes.

Free US shipping on orders greater than $80.00!!

Coupon code expires May 30th!

New Items added to the store recently:
Tim Holtz embossing folders
Core'dinations Cardstock
Stamping Bella Stamps
Kaisercraft Chapter One Paper Pad

Good night,

Michelle

Magnolia Rubber Stamps Rainbow Collection & Blog Candy!!!

2011-05-19T18:41:00.002-04:00

New Magnolia!!!!!! Blog Candy!

Wow! I don't know how they do it, but Magnolia has done it again... come out with dozens of new stamps that are cuter than the last!

34 stamps in all in this new release... The Rainbow Collection

Here are just a few close ups:

These are presently on preorder and expected to ship the first part of June.

There is a special price available for the complete collection.

Would you like to win 3 of the new Magnolia Stamps from this line?

Just post the picture of the complete collection on your blog with link back to this post. Also, leave a comment on this post linking back to your blog.

I will choose one lucky winner June 15th!!! and post the winner shortly thereafter.

Make sure you are signed up for my newsletter for more blog candy and great discounts.

HERE

or check my website http://www.michellesscrap.com/ at the top to sign up for my newsletter.

Thanks so much,

Michelle

New Whimsy Stamps!

2011-05-18T20:03:00.000-04:00

I just received some new stamps from Whimsy Stamps! Some are from Kenny K and others are from Crissy Armstrong.

Here are a peek at couple, the rest can be found in the store.

Priced 7.00-8.00 dollars.

Cute aren't they?

Michelle

Magnolia Minis!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

2011-05-16T18:33:00.001-04:00

Yes, that is right, I am now carrying the Magnolia Minis!!! Have you tried them? I haven't had a chance yet, but am looking forward to it.

Things you need to know about these fine stamps? They are rubber, however they are unmounted (no cling foam), they average 1.5-2 inches, so they work perfectly for making scenic cards and pieces.

Pricing is approximately 6.99-7.49 US dollars. Shipping rates will be very reasonable since these little gems are so light weight. First class shipping is always the cheapest option.

How about a Magnolia Mini Frequent buyers club? I would like to reward my faithful customers. So keep track of you Mini Magnolia purchases from my store, when you have purchased 10 minis let me know and you will receive a free stamp with that purchase.
Here are just a couple of the ones I have in stock.

Michelle

Copic Hair and Skin Color Chart

2011-05-14T19:12:00.002-04:00

What an adorable chart Jan made for a copic color reference. She used an adorable CC Designs Stamp.

Jan does a wonderful job blending colors and I am so happy she shared some color combos with us! Just click on the picture and you will get a better view.

and here is the adorble card she made with this stamp.

Plenty of Copics available now.

Michelle

Let them eat cake.....

2011-05-14T00:07:00.001-04:00

Proud mommy alert!

My daughter, Cassie, who is 12, has developed an obsession with the show Cake Boss. Have you seen it? Well after several months of her taping every episode, I agreed to get her some fondant so she could decorate a cake the way they do on TV.

Here is the result!

Now, I am no domestic goddess,(a paper goddess...that is more my speed) and don't like cooking much.... baking is okay. So I have no skills in this department. She was very adamant about doing it herself. Although, I did have to show her how to roll out the fondant, and she allowed me to help place the beginning layer on the cake.

So, I guess I will be investing a bit in some bakeware. Wilton will be my friend. She wants decorating tips next. I do have to say it did remind me of paper piecing.....in a way! Do any of you decorate cakes, cupcakes, cookies? I would love to see your ideas.
Have a wonderful weekend, Michelle

What's new?

2011-05-06T20:33:00.000-04:00

Just stopping by to show you the latest stamp company that has been added to the store!

Hero Arts!!

Yes, Hero Arts Clings have been added to the store. Some very nice vintage images!! See sampling below.

Any other brands you have been looking for? Just let me know, I will do my best to stock them.

Have A Great Weekend!

Michelle

5 & Dime

2011-05-06T00:22:00.000-04:00

Some great new paper just in!

October Afternoon 5 & Dime 8x8 Paper Pad.

Now available!

Michelle

Tim Holtz Special

2011-04-30T02:37:00.000-04:00

Special Order Any Tim Holtz Products-15% off!!

If you would like details just leave a comment here with your email, or you can contact me at casdanben@aol.com to be added to my mailing list. Offer ends May 5th.

Helping Haeli

2011-04-20T18:34:00.001-04:00

For all you wonderful crafters who sent cards to Haeli, thank you! She has received many from all over the world.
I wanted to update everyone, and now there is perfect way of doing so. My sister has started a blog about Haeli. You can read the very first post today. It gives more background on this young lady and her wonderful family, and all of the struggles they are going through. Yes, there is more to this story than just Haeli's fight with cancer.

So if you have time stop by, HERE

Also, if you have a couple of dollars to make a donation that would be wonderful, there is a paypal button on the blog. No pressure, just thought it worth mentioning.

Hug to my sister for her caring heart!

Michelle

Some New Stamps!! Stamping Bella and Penny Black!

2011-04-15T00:52:00.000-04:00

I am excited to tell you I have added two new brands to the store!!

Stamping Bella

and

Penny Black!!

Stamping Bella has some great new images by Mo Manning. These stamps are unmounted with no cling foam backing. Many of them come with sentiment stamps.

Penny Black has some adorable animal images. They are larger size stamps with cling foam backing, ready to use with your block.

Have you signed up for my newsletter? If not check the right side-bar, there will be a coupon going out soon!

Michelle

A new Card!

2011-04-13T00:55:00.001-04:00

Do you ever just feel so overwhelmed by evertything you have to do? That is how I have been feeling lately. My daughter's softball practices have started, and that is 4 nights a week, of course I now have wi fi, so I am thinking I can get caught up on emails and blog posts if I am fully charged. (LOL I mean that in more way than one)

So obviously, who has time for crafting, right? But I have had this card sitting on my table for 6 weeks. I love Sugar Nellie stamps and digis, and that is what this little sweetie is. From the Simply Adorable collection.

I colored her up with my Copics. I am pretty happy with my coloring, even the hair! Hair has been really hard for me, but I think this is a bit better than my last.

I would like to enter this card in the Fussy and Fancy challenge they want a card for a child!
Michelle

Melissa Frances Paper... and coupon code

2011-04-10T00:05:00.001-04:00

I have always like the vintage/retro craft supplies, and Melissa Frances has always added a soft and romantic side to vintage. I am especially liking the new paper lines she has been putting out. Here are a few:

If you are in the market for some 6x6 paper pads, stop by HERE and use the coupon code FRANCES for 10% off your total order, good till April 12th.

Michelle

New Belles N Whistles

2011-04-09T01:08:00.000-04:00

I think it is safe to say spring has arrived and is here to stay?! Softball practice has started for my daughter.... 4 evenings a week! Yikes, and it never fails she always gets more homework this time of year too!

So in honor of spring let me tell you about something fresh and new from the store:

We have some awfully cute new Elisabeth Bell stamps in stock from Belles N Whistles new release.

Here are just a couple.

Now if you like these you will have to see the rest. Clear photopolymer stamps selling for under 8.00!!

Have a fun craft-filled weekend,

Michelle

A simple little card to share today

2011-04-03T01:41:00.001-04:00

Not anything fancy today, but I think a cute little card all the same. Can you see how focusing on my coloring I completely ignore the rest of the card!? Still having a hard time with hair. Oh well... gives me something to work on next time.

I used the new patterened paper from Imaginisce's Enchanted Line. I also used a cute little Tilda stamp from Magnolia. My coloring was done with Copic markers. The 5/8th inch ribbon is available HERE.

I would like to enter my card in a few challenges.

Just Magnolia --- Anything Goes

Magnolia Stamp Lovers ---Use Ribbon

Creative Card Crew --- For A Child

Thanks for stopping by!

Michelle

Artwork from a wonderful artist

2011-04-02T02:25:00.000-04:00

I wanted to post this last night but ran out of time. If you have been reading my blog you have read about Haeli. My sister works for a local school system and told me about Haeli. I can tell she is quite fond of her just by how she shares all Haeli's accomplishments. Haeli is in 6th grade just like my daughter, so I really have an understanding of girls that age, and it has made me feel like she could be my own daughter. Haeli is fighting cancer, and I thank all you wonderful crafters who have sent her cards and packages, she has received over 80 so far!

Do you know what? The cards have come from near and far, and honestly it just warms my heart. With all the differnces we have in this world, this craft of ours, along with a child, can bring us all together. I know I am a bit sentimental, my daughter tells me all the time. It just makes me feel like I am a part of something special.

So, my sister, Melissa, has told me how talented Haeli is. Not only is she a musician, but also an artist. When Melissa showed me this picture I was just amazed. My sister was not kidding, this girl is truely talented. So of course I wanted to share it all with you. Now I have to tell you I could not even come close to creating something this good!

Wonderful work, isn't it?

Have a great weekend everyone!

Michelle

Have you been looking for Doily Dies?

2011-03-30T23:52:00.000-04:00

I had to stop in and let you know...... They are HERE!

If you haven't seen these before... you will love them!

If these are new to you and you have question please ask. I plan to add "how to" and compatability information to my website, but I am always happy to answer emails.

Here are just a few of my pretties!!

Special Happy Birthday to my sweet baby daughter Cassie! She is 12 today!

Michelle

More new Magnolia Stamps!

2011-03-26T01:47:00.000-04:00

Yes, there are some more new stamps from the Magnolia Butterfly Dreams collection. There are some real cuties in this collection.

These and several others are all in stock now and ready for purchase.

Enjoy your weekend,

Michelle

New stuff!!

2011-03-23T22:53:00.001-04:00

Lots of pretties!! As a conssiuer of paper, I cannot help but get a little excited when I get a bunch of pretty paper in!

First, there are several new Basic Grey designs. I think my favorite is the

Hello Luscious

but also like HopScotch

Also in is Melissa Frances. I love this Kitschy Kitch recipe kit.

Kaisercraft has their own new "kitchen" type paper called Nan's Favourites

And more of the Melissa Frances Kitschy Kitch

I almost forgot the new ! Loving this.

Just a few of the new goodies in stock now. New Spellbinders almost all have arrived and are being shipped out!! I can't wait to see what everyone does with them!

Good night,

Michelle

I have a card to show you!!!!!!!!!

2011-03-22T01:45:00.001-04:00

Hello everyone!! Spring is finally here in NE Ohio! I am so happy. I just hope it does not snow again. I know I shoudn't even think it!
For those of you who sent Haeli a card, first of all, thank you. Secondly, I wanted to keep you updated, my sister was stopping by to see her again today with a second bunch of cards. She has received 55 cards and packages so far! She asked her mom why would all these people who don't know her want to send her cards!? So thank you for showing her that even people who don't know her do care! (See the right top side bar if you haven't read my post about Haeli)
I have a new card to show you. Yes, finally!! And I am pretty darn happy with this card. I combined two stamps. The first one is from The Pixie Cottage, entitled Pleasant Porch by ArTish. (I swear this card looks like my mother-in-law's porch.) I also used one of my Magnolia Tilda Stamps.

I just love to make easel cards. I used the a punch around the page from Martha Stewart. Here is a side view, I pop-dotted Tilda.

I would love to enter this card in a few challenges.

Craft our Days Away - For Mum or a Special Lady

Delicious Doodles - Dimensional Project

Papercutz Challenge - Anything Goes

Do You Stack Up - Add a Ribbon

Just Magnolia - Favorite color combos (I have many -- here is orange and green)

Thanks for stopping by,

Michelle

Coming Soon... like any minute.... Kenny K

2011-03-21T01:11:00.000-04:00

Coming soon from Whimsy Stamps to Michelle's Scrapbooking & More.................. Kenny K!! Are you familiar with Kenny K?

I just love Kenny K's art and am excited to be adding it to my store through the wonderful stamps from Whimsy Stamps!! They portray sassy gals, and I think that is whay I like them.

I expect to have them in stock by the end of the week, so keep your eyes out!

I also have other Whimsy Designs coming too!

What are your favorite stamp lines?? Please leave a comment and let me know.
Michelle

New Stamps from Stampavie

2011-03-18T23:43:00.000-04:00

Yep, more new stamps from Stampavie

I am a big fan of the Sarah Kay stamps, but love their other designs too.

Stop by and get them why you can!

Enjoy your weekend,

Michelle

Update on Haeli

2011-03-17T03:41:00.000-04:00

My sister let me know that she went and visited Haeli over the weekend. Thus far she has received 28 card/packages.

If you have not read the story about Haeli and our card drive please visit the link on the right side bar or HERE

Thanks,
Michelle

Newsletter and Coupon codes

2011-03-12T00:32:00.000-05:00

I had trouble sending out my newsletter tonight so am posting it here so that nobody misses it.

Stampavie

What is new at Stampavie? Well, you just have to see these new stamps!

Stamps from The Laurence Collection, Penny Johnson and Sarah Kay. Stamp

C C Designs

Yes, some cute new stamps from C C Designs also.

SPELLBINDERS

New Spellbinders have started to arrive. Your preorders will be filled as soon as all your dies are in. The rest are expected in next week

MAGNOLIA

Coming Soon!!! New Magnolia stamps!! And boy are there some cuties.

The Pixie Cottage

What's coming? A new Hannah stamp from Sandra Hammer and a beautiful new flower stamp from ArTish. Preorder now at special preorder pricing

New from Sizzix

Check out sizzixs textured impressions

Coupon Codes

Expire Monday March 14th at 11:59pm

Showers - will take 20% off orders over 75.00

March - will take 15% off any order over 50.00 to75.00

Spring -will take 10% off any order 50.00 or less

Coupon codes are NOT good on layaways, gift certificates buyers club, large craft furniture or cutters.
For special pricing on cutters/furniture please email me.
Please allow 10 business days for US shipping during sales, and longer for international.
FREE US SHIPPING ON ORDERS OVER 80.00. (Your order must total 80.00 after coupon code is deducted)

Inspiration

From ArTish using The Pixie Cottage Digital Beauty parlor stamps with some Tilda stamps from Magnolia

Have a wonderful weekend,

Michelle

New C C Designs!!

2011-03-07T00:33:00.001-05:00

I tell you I just have a soft spot for cute little stamps like these new stamps from C C Designs. In additions to these two stamps, I also ordered several stamps from their older releases. So stop by and check them out HERE

Available and in stock now.

Thanks for stopping by

Michelle

A Special Story To Tell You...can you help me?

2011-03-05T15:13:00.000-05:00

Hi fellow crafters. I have a story to tell today....

Earlier this week my sister, who works for a school system, contacted me regarding one of the middle school students. This young lady, Haeli, is in 6th grade, just like my little girl. Haeli is dealing with a very serious disease, something that is even hard for an adult to deal with... cancer. She has a rare form of ovarian cancer. She is currently undergoing chemotherapy.

A child sick with cancer is something I can relate to. You see I lost a brother at the age of 8 to leukemia. I remember all the suffering he had to endure during his treatments. Watching my brother struggle with that disease made a huge impression on me. I have worried probably more than the average mom about my own children because of this. It also made me want to do anything I could to keep another child from losing his life to that dreaded disease. (have you noticed my bone marrow donor logo on the right sidebar? I was tested over 10 years ago, but have not had the honor of being called to be a donor yet...) So when my sister asked if there was anything I would be willing to do for this little girl, I was more than happy to comply.

The first thing I thought of was all the friends I have made in blog land while crafting. I thought of all the beautiful cards and scrapbooks people make. And, I thought, this little girl would probably really like to receive cards and other craft items from all over the US as well as the world. I am sure this would inspire her own papercrafting. So that is where you all come in! I would love to send this young lady anything to bring a smile to her face. My sister tells me she is interested in art, and her teachers say she is quite talented, so I am putting a basket together of scrapbook/stamping items for her to use. Also, I am asking you, my followers/friends to send her a card. Of course if you want to send her a little something else, stickers, embellishements etc, I am sure she would love that as well. Maybe for a moment we can take her mind off her illness!

So fellow crafters, I humbly ask for your help here. Could you send a card to Haeli? Would you be willing to post a little something on your blog asking for cards for her? I am sure she would be thrilled to receive a lot cards, etc. from all over the world.
You can mail them to:

Haeli
c/o Melissa French
1425 23rd St. NE
Canton, Ohio 44714

Thank you so much!
Michelle

Blog Candy Winners!!

2011-03-01T14:48:00.000-05:00

WOW, was I ever impressed by all the visitors I had for the February blog candy. Thank you everyone for your birthday wishes! I had a wondeful birthday!

I was able to make my goal on new followers, so I will be giving away three prizes!!!

Here are the winners:

1-Franca from Franca's Basteleien and she will receive a new Spellbinders die set.

2-Yvon from Yvonne's Frutsels and she wished to receive the new Copics

3- is Linda from It was Here a Minute Ago, Linda wanted to receive either the copics or spellbinders, which are both taken. However, I will let Linda choose between a new Spellbinders, as I should have a couple extra or the MS punch.

If all three of you ladies would email me at casdanben@aol.com and let me know your mailing addresses, I will get these out to you as soon as I have them in hand. A little birdie told me my Copics are shipping this week! Still no word on the Spellbinders. I have the MS punch here!

Thanks to everyone who signed up for my newsletter, I hope to send you out lots of tips, tutorials, coupons and other news.

Michelle

Another Cute Stamp from Belles N Whistles

2011-02-18T21:31:00.001-05:00

Have you noticed the new logo on my right sidebar? I am a huge believer in the bone marrow registry, and encourage anyone who is interested to get involved. You can click on the logo for more information, or I would be happy to tell you what I know, just email me. This is something that is near and dear to my heart and I hope someday I will be lucky enough to be called to help someone.

I am excited to say tomorrow I am going to a crop for the day with a new friend. We have talked via email, but this will be the first time we meet "in person" My husband is laughing at all the supplies I have stuffed in my tote. So maybe I will soon have some projects of my own to share with you. In the meantime I will show you some wonderful work from a member of the stores design team.

Cheryl made this beautiful card with one of the Belles N Whistles stamps available HERE. Eden with Teddy.

I just love Cheryl's sewing.

I have been neglecting the wonderful gals who design cards for me, and want to share another card by Cheryl.

She used a cute little owl stamp from Kaisercraft, and it is only 3.00!!

She also used the Spellbinders Eyelet Squares die.

Thanks Cheryl, for sharing all your beautiful work!

Thanks for stopping,

Michelle

New Card.... Belles and Whistles

2011-02-09T23:42:00.000-05:00

I have another card to share with you. I just love this stamp Snow Gear Snowbaby from Belles N Whistles.

I have to admit this card is rather simple, and was a quickie to make. But I am sure I will find someone who will appreciate this card.

My sister and I both have a birthday coming up this month, maybe she will get this card? (We share the same birthday....16 years apart..yep I am the oldest) She is celebrating a big one... she will be 30, so do the math.. YIKES am I really that old? My little sister is just the cutest gal. Really pretty and a sweet young lady who has been going through a rough time, having broke her foot, and having to spend 8 weeks in a cast is bad enough, but she makes her living as a waitress, so it has been doubly hard being off work. AND she is single, so the sole breadwinner when it comes to paying bills. I cannot imagine how hard it has to be right now in this snow and ice to be on crutches.

Here is a picture of Nicole (left) and my niece.

Okay enough about my beautiful little sister. Here is my card, as you can see it is quite simple, a little bling, ribbon and my copics, and you are good to go. The sentiment stamp is from The Pixie Cottage.

I would like to enter this card in a few challenges.

Sew Many Challenges--Anything Goes

Craft Your Passion--Anything Goes

Kaboodle Doodles--Wants ribbon

Magical Monday--Love

Spoonful of Sugar--Love

Thanks for stopping by and have a great night!

Michelle

Have you seen the new Stickles?

2011-02-05T23:51:00.001-05:00

Stopping by to post some of the new items in stock that were just released at CHA!

Are you a Stickles fan? I have been for a long time. There are just so many colors to choose from, and of course Ranger has brought us some more.

So here are the new colors!!

And Kaisercraft has come out with several new lines. Two that are in stock are Class of '87 and Magic Happens! Note their new size? 6.5" x 6.5"!

If you have any suggestions for new releases you would like to see featured here on my blog or carrid in my store, please let me know.

Michelle

NEW Spellbinders Preorders Now in Shop

2011-02-04T00:50:00.000-05:00

NEW RELEASES

Spellbinders

Spellbinders has released well over 30 new die sets at CHA this past week. Most of them are scheduled to ship approximately the first of March. All are listed as preorders presently in my store, at great preorder savings.

I have but some together as bundles for even more of a savings.

In addition to the already low prices on the preorders I am offering a coupon code. Actually several coupon codes, one to fit every budget. They are good on your total purchase!

Choose your copon code:

Valentine-$5.00 off all orders over 45.00

Hearts-5% off any order

Love-$15.00 off all orders over 100.00

Remember free US shipping on all orders over 80.00 (after coupon codes)

NOT GOOD on lay away, gift certificates, BEST scrapbook storage shelves.

Expires 2/14/2011

Good night, Michelle

Blog Candy Winner and NEW Blog Candy

2011-02-01T16:42:00.001-05:00

Happy February to everyone. I don't know about you but I am sick and tired of winter. Today we had that lovely storm and 1" thick ice covering our driveway, porch etc. I don't know about the streets, because I will not be leaving home. My daughter was called off school again, so she was pleased.

I wanted to announce the winner of the January Blog Candy. A beautiful Belles and Whistles stamp by Elisabeth Bell. The winner is (drum roll please)

Lisa from Lisa's Paper Fun. Lisa please email me with your postal address. (thepixiecottage@aol.com)

Now onto February!!! Well this month is a special month for me because I am having a birthday, so I want to give an extra special prize this month. I am sure some of you are like me and waiting patiently (or not so patiently) for the new goodies just released at CHA Winter in Los Angeles. So of course that should be the blog candy right?

First of all here is what you must do.
You have till February 28th to do this.

1. Become a follower here (if not already one)

2. Post the picture on your blog with a link back to this post.

(please leave it up till I announce the winner.. because I do check your blog if I draw your name)

3. Leave a comment here and tell me which candy you would want.
4. Signing up for my newsletter will allow you to receive special coupon codes, and notification of new products, along with inspiration and tutorials. You can click on the link in the right side bar to do so, or click HERE

Now for the candy......

Your choice of the following:

A Martha Stewart Punch from available stock

12 NEW Copic Sketch Markers (Yes these are the newest colors!!)

if you have already ordered these from me as a preorder, you can pick 12 other Sketch markers, or if you prefer Ciao markers you can pick 12 of them.

OR your choice of one of the new Spellbinders just released (samples of some below)

Some of these items have not shipped from manufacturers yet, so there might be a short wait on getting them to you. I am at the mercy of the companies meeting their estimated shipping dates.

I will pick two winners sometime after the end of the month and post the winners here. So please check back. Please tell your friends, because if I get over 550 followers by the end of the month I will pick a 3rd winner.
Thank you so much for stopping by,
Michelle

A late Christmas Card

2011-01-30T02:23:00.001-05:00

Yes, I know I am way late for a Christmas card! I had this card done for awhile, but with all the problems with my computer and camera at the end of the year I just never got time to post it. If you have been following my blog long you know I love to make stair step cards. If you need directions on how to make one just email me. I hope to get the directions posted here soon. I used two Magnolia Tilda stamps here and a Pixie Cottage stamp that certainly fit the scene. The Pixie Cottage has several new background/accessory stamps up for purchase now. You will find they go wonderfully with Magnolia Tilda stamps.

I would like to place this card in the following challenges.

Creative Card Crew-Colors of my Country (this is what it looks like outside right now here in Ohio)

All That Scraps is All about Snow

That is it for now.

Michelle