3/17/08 - Happy St. Patricks Day!

It was a great weekend...

Saturday, Ms. Debbie had her Asian Card class (it always fills up so quickly.) Here's a quick preview of just a few of her cards...and don't worry, if you missed it this time around, we'll have another class at the end of May.

My girlfriend Christine (http://www.christinescookies.net/) was the one that made all my crown cookies for our 1 year Anniversary sale. Well, for St. Patricks Day she made more cookies (bigger and very decorative) and I had them for sale at the store...they sold out fast! I just got a fresh batch of Easter/Spring cookies...and boy, I can smell them...yummy! (I'll take some pictures and post it tomorrow.

On Sunday, the Scrap -n- Stamp Crew all got together as we were very honored to have KLO Oxford with Pazzles come to our store and train us on some new techniques with the Pazzle Pro and the NEW Inspiration. She was down here for the Pleasanton Expo and we asked her to come to our store! It was like meeting a STAR. (A famous star in our eyes...she's one of the top designer for Pazzles and you'll start seeing her on TV very soon! Check out Klo's BLOG too. We also had a chance to network with are good friend Rachelle (with 2 Daisy's Designs)...she's a crazy nut just like we are (hey Rachelle...if you're reading this...was that two "softballs?" -heehee, inside joke...)! Thanks Klo...we had a blast!

Keep your eyes opened...our April/May class schedule should be out soon. Coming this weekend, sign up for our Birthday Explosion Box taught by Ms. Jen (that's her picture below with her puppy...well, not actually a puppy huh ;-) Check out our website for a picture of what you'll be making...

3/13/08 - The Pazzle "Inspiration" on HSN and of course, more NEW product!

Today was a crazy day (as always). I went to the store (Scrap -n- Stamp) but I felt like I didn't get much accomplished. I had things I know I had to get done (boring paperwork)...and before you know it, I had to leave to get my kids. What I really wanted to do was just to "play" and when I mean "play" I mean...create and make something with all these news papers! One of my favorite new ones just came in today...(by Reminisce).

So last night, I was watching TV and happen to glance by HSN. Now, I typically don't watch HSN...but something caught my eye. This lady was talking about the coolest die cutting system...so I had to stay on this channel just to see what they were talking about. Lo' and behold, what were they selling??...the new Inspiration by Pazzle! And those that know us at Scrap -n- Stamp know that we are a HUGE fan of The Pazzle Machine...since we do have the production machine by them (The "Pro"), and we love it.

Long story short, the Inspiration is the "home" system of a "real" die cutting system. No cartridges, no limits...just a very smart system. You can download any fonts (not just true fonts, any fonts) ...cliparts and anything that you want to scan or customize, it will cut it out, it's awesome. Well, they were selling it for $549.50 (I think) and suggested price is really $599.00. It's not being released until 3/15 (in a few days) but they already started promoting it. So my point here is, if you missed it...and want to get this awesome machine, WE can get it for you and we'll even match HSN pricing (which is typically hard for us "small" stores to match those "big" guys. But because we love it and have the extensive knowledge with our system...we want to support you when you get yours. So if you're reading this and want one...call us and pass on the message. I can go on and on forever about the Pazzle Machine!

3/12/08 - New Product from CHA 2008

Sock Monkey's anyone? They're back...and they are so cute! Straight from CHA, Daisy's D bambino line. The paper speaks for itself :-) We also got in their new Rub-on tape.

And don't forget about St Patricks Day...this paper from Best Creations adds the perfect touch with the glitter accent.

Remember we mentioned earlier about the new company called Little Yellow Bicycle by Deja Views...it's finally in. They'll have several releases within the next few months, so keep your eyes open for the next release!

3/11/08 - "As Cute As A Button" Contest in full swing...

We’re having a contest! Stop by and guess the number of buttons in our Easter Bucket. The person who guesses the button amount (without going over) will win a gift basket valued at over $50. Contest ends on Friday, March 21st. The winner will be announced on our Blog on Saturday, March 22nd. Good luck to everyone!! Here's a sneak peak...

So I'm starting to work on the schedule for April and May...and the one question I always come back to is...do weekends classes work better for people or week nights? If your reading this, let me know what your thoughts are, hit the "comment" section and let me know. Plus, our classes are so much smaller then the typical class that we'll still have a "special" class if that day doesn't work, so I think that's pretty custom huh! Speaking of classes, I had my little Onsie class...and I met two awesome ladies!! A big shout out to Sharlene and Melissa...remember, what happens at Scrap -n- Stamp, stays at Scrap -n- Stamp (hehe)...make you wonder what we chatted about huh :-) . Tomorrow...take a moment and look at the trees....it's beautiful, the blossoms are gorgeous...it makes the start of my day off to a great start...

3/8/08 - We have a WINNER!

Congratulations to Alice J. for winning our grand prize drawing during our 1 year Anniversary we had on February 23, 2008. She won a purple Quickutz Die Cutting System (aka...one of those hand held tools!).

This blog is going to be a quick one...but just wanted to remind everyone if you haven't already, change your clocks 1 hour FORWARD (Spring Forward!). This must be a mind game, but I feel like I'm getting shorted one hour sleep ;-). The good news is, we get longer days! Have a great rest of the weekend!

3/5/08 - Remember the Baby Shower I was planning for this weekend...

So I told my girlfriend to wait until after Sunday to have the baby (after her babyshower-remember the invitation that I shared with you on the 3/3 blog). Well...did you think "Baby Emiko" listened, heck no! My girlfriend Traci had a baby girl today at 5:34 PM, 6lbs 2ounces...and 19 inches long! It was so incredible...it is such an amazing experience to give birth, let alone be a part of someone elses birth! Emiko Isabella (half Japanese and half Spanish, can you tell with her name ;-) and mommy are doing fine. Of course, I took tons of picture and here's one of her just a few minutes old!

In celebration of Baby Emiko, we're giving away a gift basket filled with goodies from Scrap -n- Stamp! Remember I mention "As Cute As a Button" contest. Well, come into the store and guess how many buttons are in the jar. Ms. Becky (our Marketing VP-hehe) has this write about this contest but being that I was at the hospital all day...I have not had a chance to take a picture of this jar filled with buttons and post her message. This will come tomorrow. So come in and sign up to win a FREE gift basket worth $50.00! All I can say is that I'm glad I get to sleep 8 hours straight tonight (hehe!). Happy Birthday Emiko!

3/3/08 - It's all about Babies this month!

Hope you all had a great weekend! Busy, busy...my kids were all over Elk Grove and Sacramento with basketball tournaments this weekend. I can't get over how much my kids have grown! My youngest one is only a few years aways from playing sports. Just imagine then, 3 kids in 3 different locations, yikes! This month just started but it feels like we're all booked up for this month. Two girlfriends are both having baby girls (one in March and another in April) and it brings back all those memories of when my kids were just learning to sit up. Luckily, I'm getting my baby fix from one of our designers (Sommer) and her newest addition...Kaitlynn! Look how cute...

My girlfriend Traci just a few weeks away from her due date...that means a baby shower is right around the corner. I decided to make some "quick" invitations...but quick it was not! I had a blast but boy, it's never as quick as you think. Here's the final look...

Here's another baby project that I'll be teaching this Thursday. Of course...the ever so popular "acrylic" onsie baby album. This was really fun to make and the best part is...you can choose to make one for a boy or a girl! It's the perfect gift. Check out our class schedule and sign up soon. Spaces are filling up!

I told you it was all about babies this month ;-)... check back tomorrow because we're starting a new CONTEST..."As Cute As A Button"