scrappington
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Post by scrappington on Feb 22, 2018 13:59:07 GMT
I actually have a moment to post properly and not just tidbits here and there. And I have so much scrappy stuff going on in my head I started my randomness thread once again. First off I want to start with Jennifer McGuire….That woman has cost me so much money over the years but honestly anything I have bought because of her I have not been disappointed with. - Frixon erasable pens..she recommended them a few years ago. I bought them and have been using them ever sense huge fan. My scrappy friends now all have them and are in love with them as well. - The Fiskars wire guide paper trimmer. I have the big making memories paper trimmer. Love it. But its bulky to take anywhere and doing small strips is hard. So figure Jennifer must know what she is talking about and when I bought it last year had a 55% off coupon from Mikes I really couldn’t believe how great it was…and again my 2 scrappy friends followed suit. We are all in love with the trimmer. - Teflon bone folder..ok yep its expensive. Luckily the Canadian dollar was at par when I bought mine. But oh my, so worth it if you are a bone folder user. - My recent purchase was the Concord & 9th turn around stamps.. I am hoping they arrive today or tomorrow. Bought them from Simon they shipped quick but crossing that border and mail systems wait is my issue. Usually I scrap at my coffee table not sure why but it is just what happens. Last weekend when I decided I wanted to get out some supplies and play I just wasn’t feeling it at the coffee table. So I decided to get a folding table (also conveniently was on sale) for one of my scraprooms and then I can put it away etc so its not in the way all the time. I have a small desk in there but not really big enough to work on. With the 4ft folding table (which has no crease down the middle) I can make an L shaped work area and hopefully scrap more. Also the table when collapsed will fit behind a cabinet I have in there. I also just bought another bookcase (also on sale). I had this drawer cart from Mike’s that was on clearance or sale wasn’t expensive but really wasn’t as sturdy as I would like. I have been thrift store shopping lately looking for another book shelf that would fit where I want it. I needed like a 3 shelf kind because I have a bulletin board above the cart it would replace. I really like having a bulletin board in my room. I can put up pictures. Tags I have created or just some colour tests. My friend is going to take the cart. I did get everything assembled last night. I need to move some stuff around I’m hoping for some energy tonite to do so. Couple weekends ago watching a You tube video again Jennifer McGuire she was using foil without a machine. Just attaching it with tape. She had a great card design and well I decided I was going to make that. I have a ton of foil from my Stik2 days. Years ago and what a great way to use it up. I also had just received more Winnie & Walter product. I love their stuff. Great shipping, good pricing. So I have made so far 10 cards in the style . I'm doing a few card designs and multiples of each. I have picked product I am using only. Like a stamp set, and a die and I'm going from there. I would like to have 30 cards on hand for this years birthday. I was able to grab a lot of Simon Steals and Deals couple weeks ago. I am hoping they are in today or tomorrow. I still am working on my die storage. Came up with a storage solution--I went with vent covers and the stamp holders pockets. Really cuts down on bulk. Also I have some vintage make up travel cases. The stamp sleeves fit in there perfectly. Well work is getting in the way I'm sure I have way more babble but must go.
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Post by mikklynn on Feb 22, 2018 14:31:46 GMT
My randomness - I have loved all the challenges this month! I am really inspired. I've used some pretty old papers, which is fun.
I'll have to check out Jennifer McGuire.
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Post by streetscrapper on Feb 22, 2018 16:50:06 GMT
You're killing me with your thoughts on the teflon bone folder! I have resisted buying one for years because I simply cannot justify the cost! $25 US!!
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Post by don on Feb 22, 2018 17:38:30 GMT
I like the Scor-Tool $4 (a non-bone folder) because it doesn't scar the paper. If you use a bone folder, turn the fold and look along the crease, you'll see where you used the bone folder. The Scor-Tool doesn't do that. If you are still bent on using the bone type, lay a piece of paper over your work before you crease it to eliminate the scarring..
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Post by myboysnme on Feb 22, 2018 18:03:05 GMT
Scrappy randomness from me. I scrapped about 2 albums worth of photos this past weekend and my husband loved them. In fact, I told him after he looked at them that I was happy he had not made one correction or critical comment, which I was waiting for. The reason is the photos were of living history events we did 30 years ago and my memory isn't the steel trap that his is. Anyway, I put the albums away and he asked me for them because he wants to take them to work and show some of his coworkers.
I don't have another opportunity to scrap coming up for a few weeks. I have a busy upcoming 2 weekends of non scrapping activities.
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Post by grammadee on Feb 22, 2018 19:33:19 GMT
Love your cards, scrappington . I have used scor tape before to add glitter. Thinking could use the wider strips on cs, then foil, then diecut. Hmmmm... i have a new Minc but no laser printer, so I have been playing with stencils and Heidi Swapp reactive ink.
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Post by thracian on Feb 22, 2018 19:53:44 GMT
I have really been enjoying this month's scrappy challenges. I am getting a lot of pages done.
I ordered a new camera stand from Arkon Mounts. It arrived yesterday. I'm excited to try it! It should free up a lot of desk space that my tripod currently uses.
My sister helped me move some things in my scraproom. Now my scraps and Thickers are right by my desk. It's a nice change, but I still have a lot of boxes to go through.
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Post by marg on Feb 22, 2018 20:32:15 GMT
Scrappy randomness from me. I scrapped about 2 albums worth of photos this past weekend and my husband loved them. In fact, I told him after he looked at them that I was happy he had not made one correction or critical comment, which I was waiting for. The reason is the photos were of living history events we did 30 years ago and my memory isn't the steel trap that his is. Anyway, I put the albums away and he asked me for them because he wants to take them to work and show some of his coworkers. That's just the best! Doesn't it feel so great that your husband wants to show off your work? You accomplished a lot in one weekend, too! My scrappy randomness is that after my entire family being sick for most of February, we are finally feeling better and so this weekend I plan to clean my scraproom and get some crafting done - but I can't decide if I want to do 12x12s, OLW, or make a bunch of cards. Or practice with my new Brushos. Maybe a bit of everything...
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Post by warrior1991 on Feb 22, 2018 21:26:23 GMT
My randomness is, my boss left this morning to go snowmobiling in the mountains until Sunday night. So I am taking tomorrow (Friday) off and since it sounds like we are suppose to get snow tonight and all day Saturday, I am going to be "snowed in" for 3 days. lol I plan to scrap, make cards, organize the craft room, veg in front of the TV, and anything else I want.
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Post by pas2 on Feb 22, 2018 21:44:09 GMT
No time to scrap but I have been moving my stamps from a binder system to the sleeve storage system (a la Jennifer McGuire) while watching the Olympics at night. I'm about half way done. I'm also making an Evernote inventory as I go.
I am also waiting for my new distress oxides and some stamps to arrive. Next to Jennifer, Tim Holtz helps make the biggest dent in my wallet!
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Post by pas2 on Feb 22, 2018 21:44:37 GMT
I actually have a moment to post properly and not just tidbits here and there. And I have so much scrappy stuff going on in my head I started my randomness thread once again. First off I want to start with Jennifer McGuire….That woman has cost me so much money over the years but honestly anything I have bought because of her I have not been disappointed with. - Frixon erasable pens..she recommended them a few years ago. I bought them and have been using them ever sense huge fan. My scrappy friends now all have them and are in love with them as well. - The Fiskars wire guide paper trimmer. I have the big making memories paper trimmer. Love it. But its bulky to take anywhere and doing small strips is hard. So figure Jennifer must know what she is talking about and when I bought it last year had a 55% off coupon from Mikes I really couldn’t believe how great it was…and again my 2 scrappy friends followed suit. We are all in love with the trimmer. - Teflon bone folder..ok yep its expensive. Luckily the Canadian dollar was at par when I bought mine. But oh my, so worth it if you are a bone folder user. - My recent purchase was the Concord & 9th turn around stamps.. I am hoping they arrive today or tomorrow. Bought them from Simon they shipped quick but crossing that border and mail systems wait is my issue. Usually I scrap at my coffee table not sure why but it is just what happens. Last weekend when I decided I wanted to get out some supplies and play I just wasn’t feeling it at the coffee table. So I decided to get a folding table (also conveniently was on sale) for one of my scraprooms and then I can put it away etc so its not in the way all the time. I have a small desk in there but not really big enough to work on. With the 4ft folding table (which has no crease down the middle) I can make an L shaped work area and hopefully scrap more. Also the table when collapsed will fit behind a cabinet I have in there. I also just bought another bookcase (also on sale). I had this drawer cart from Mike’s that was on clearance or sale wasn’t expensive but really wasn’t as sturdy as I would like. I have been thrift store shopping lately looking for another book shelf that would fit where I want it. I needed like a 3 shelf kind because I have a bulletin board above the cart it would replace. I really like having a bulletin board in my room. I can put up pictures. Tags I have created or just some colour tests. My friend is going to take the cart. I did get everything assembled last night. I need to move some stuff around I’m hoping for some energy tonite to do so. Couple weekends ago watching a You tube video again Jennifer McGuire she was using foil without a machine. Just attaching it with tape. She had a great card design and well I decided I was going to make that. I have a ton of foil from my Stik2 days. Years ago and what a great way to use it up. I also had just received more Winnie & Walter product. I love their stuff. Great shipping, good pricing. So I have made so far 10 cards in the style . I'm doing a few card designs and multiples of each. I have picked product I am using only. Like a stamp set, and a die and I'm going from there. I would like to have 30 cards on hand for this years birthday. I was able to grab a lot of Simon Steals and Deals couple weeks ago. I am hoping they are in today or tomorrow. I still am working on my die storage. Came up with a storage solution--I went with vent covers and the stamp holders pockets. Really cuts down on bulk. Also I have some vintage make up travel cases. The stamp sleeves fit in there perfectly. Well work is getting in the way I'm sure I have way more babble but must go.
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Post by woodysbetty on Feb 22, 2018 21:46:39 GMT
Scrappy randomness for me is getting stuff done and really enjoying seeing how everyone uses stuff!! streetscrapper I hate to pile on but I love my teflon bone folder...it really helps me adhere sookwang tape, letter stickers, and score lines...I have never regretted the $$. Yikes!!
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Post by Linda on Feb 22, 2018 22:20:22 GMT
scanning old layouts and getting them into albums today - working on 1994 (probably scrapped about 15 years ago)...I still like my layouts...I'm smiling at the old CADD toppers and MME diecuts and the brads and eyelets and mulberry paper (remember that? I still like the look of it though).
And my oldest? he was so small back then 2 turning 3. He's all grown up now (26) and in the Navy but it's a fun look back to when he was a toddler.
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Post by tduby1 on Feb 22, 2018 23:35:06 GMT
I actually have a moment to post properly and not just tidbits here and there. And I have so much scrappy stuff going on in my head I started my randomness thread once again. First off I want to start with Jennifer McGuire….That woman has cost me so much money over the years but honestly anything I have bought because of her I have not been disappointed with. - Frixon erasable pens..she recommended them a few years ago. I bought them and have been using them ever sense huge fan. My scrappy friends now all have them and are in love with them as well. - The Fiskars wire guide paper trimmer. I have the big making memories paper trimmer. Love it. But its bulky to take anywhere and doing small strips is hard. So figure Jennifer must know what she is talking about and when I bought it last year had a 55% off coupon from Mikes I really couldn’t believe how great it was…and again my 2 scrappy friends followed suit. We are all in love with the trimmer. - Teflon bone folder..ok yep its expensive. Luckily the Canadian dollar was at par when I bought mine. But oh my, so worth it if you are a bone folder user. - My recent purchase was the Concord & 9th turn around stamps.. I am hoping they arrive today or tomorrow. Bought them from Simon they shipped quick but crossing that border and mail systems wait is my issue. Usually I scrap at my coffee table not sure why but it is just what happens. Last weekend when I decided I wanted to get out some supplies and play I just wasn’t feeling it at the coffee table. So I decided to get a folding table (also conveniently was on sale) for one of my scraprooms and then I can put it away etc so its not in the way all the time. I have a small desk in there but not really big enough to work on. With the 4ft folding table (which has no crease down the middle) I can make an L shaped work area and hopefully scrap more. Also the table when collapsed will fit behind a cabinet I have in there. I also just bought another bookcase (also on sale). I had this drawer cart from Mike’s that was on clearance or sale wasn’t expensive but really wasn’t as sturdy as I would like. I have been thrift store shopping lately looking for another book shelf that would fit where I want it. I needed like a 3 shelf kind because I have a bulletin board above the cart it would replace. I really like having a bulletin board in my room. I can put up pictures. Tags I have created or just some colour tests. My friend is going to take the cart. I did get everything assembled last night. I need to move some stuff around I’m hoping for some energy tonite to do so. Couple weekends ago watching a You tube video again Jennifer McGuire she was using foil without a machine. Just attaching it with tape. She had a great card design and well I decided I was going to make that. I have a ton of foil from my Stik2 days. Years ago and what a great way to use it up. I also had just received more Winnie & Walter product. I love their stuff. Great shipping, good pricing. So I have made so far 10 cards in the style . I'm doing a few card designs and multiples of each. I have picked product I am using only. Like a stamp set, and a die and I'm going from there. I would like to have 30 cards on hand for this years birthday. I was able to grab a lot of Simon Steals and Deals couple weeks ago. I am hoping they are in today or tomorrow. I still am working on my die storage. Came up with a storage solution--I went with vent covers and the stamp holders pockets. Really cuts down on bulk. Also I have some vintage make up travel cases. The stamp sleeves fit in there perfectly. Well work is getting in the way I'm sure I have way more babble but must go. Can you link the pens and cutter?
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Post by LisaDV on Feb 23, 2018 0:46:36 GMT
scrappington , i love my frixion pens and use them in my planner exclusively. I would have serious reservations about using them for scrapbook journaling though. I prefer a permanent acid free ink, which this is not. Your journaling could disappear if your page got too hot or erased items reappear if it gets below 14F. ETA: This is just for me, I don't use all acid free things in my layouts, but I try to mat photos and have my journaling on acid free things. So if that's not your thing, kudos, and carry on.
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Post by KikiPea on Feb 23, 2018 1:13:24 GMT
Tomorrow is yet ANOTHER nasty wet day. We have already had 4-5”, and are expecting another 2-5” over the next 48 hrs. SO over it! Luckily, I’ll be home all day.
Anyway, scrap related, I’m hoping to get to scrap some tomorrow. I haven’t been able to over the last week, or so, and I have a LO in mind. Here’s hoping!
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scrappington
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Post by scrappington on Feb 23, 2018 1:30:47 GMT
scrappington , i love my frixion pens and use them in my planner exclusively. I would have serious reservations about using them for scrapbook journaling though. I prefer a permanent acid free ink, which this is not. Your journaling could disappear if your page got too hot or erased items reappear if it gets below 14F. ETA: This is just for me, I don't use all acid free things in my layouts, but I try to mat photos and have my journaling on acid free things. So if that's not your thing, kudos, and carry on. I use them in my planner and just for making lists. I have the highliters, regular pens and the extra fine.
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scrappington
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Post by scrappington on Feb 23, 2018 1:34:08 GMT
Ok all my Simon packages came in. I bought the altenew happy birthday stamp set. Oh my 18 different fonts and sizes of separate happy and birthday. I'm in love.
Also love my new table. I just split a bunch of sequins into little bags for 2 scrappy friends and the prizes we are putting together for our crop in may.
I was so tired when I got home. Was thinking no I'm not going to do anything tonite but laid out my haul and my aliexpress orders and started sorting. So glad I did. Item checked off my list
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Post by FurryP on Feb 23, 2018 1:54:26 GMT
- Teflon bone folder..ok yep its expensive. Luckily the Canadian dollar was at par when I bought mine. But oh my, so worth it if you are a bone folder user. Refresh me on why it is such a great tool? I have seen the JM videos, but I can't remember exactly why it is better. Being teflon, I mean.
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Post by pas2 on Feb 23, 2018 3:46:16 GMT
scrappington , i love my frixion pens and use them in my planner exclusively. I would have serious reservations about using them for scrapbook journaling though. I prefer a permanent acid free ink, which this is not. Your journaling could disappear if your page got too hot or erased items reappear if it gets below 14F. ETA: This is just for me, I don't use all acid free things in my layouts, but I try to mat photos and have my journaling on acid free things. So if that's not your thing, kudos, and carry on. I use them in my planner and just for making lists. I have the highliters, regular pens and the extra fine. I love these pens too but I wish they didn’t run out of ink so fast.
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Post by mrsovy on Feb 23, 2018 8:42:02 GMT
I’ve had an eye injury which has finally cleared up so I can see again and all my new scrappygoidies is ordered to cheer myself up have just arrived in time for the weekend!
Tomorrow I will be looking myself away in my scrap room to create all day 😀
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scrappington
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Post by scrappington on Feb 23, 2018 11:06:23 GMT
- Teflon bone folder..ok yep its expensive. Luckily the Canadian dollar was at par when I bought mine. But oh my, so worth it if you are a bone folder user. Refresh me on why it is such a great tool? I have seen the JM videos, but I can't remember exactly why it is better. Being teflon, I mean. It doesn't bend. It doesn't leave shiny marks on your paper. I have the Simon one. The way it's shaped. It's flat on one end so perfect for brayering down adhesive tape. Now like Don said you could use a piece of paper like copy paper and then use a regular bone folder. I wouldn't spend the money now on it as it would be about $5 more for me. But when I bought it it was because cdn$ was at par.
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Post by nancydrew on Feb 23, 2018 14:20:00 GMT
My scrappy randomness is the weirdest but most wonderful thing ever! Yesterday I visited a new LSS store that I literally drive by twice a week and never knew it was there. It opened last June. I actually found out about it on here in the LSS in your area thread! After my purchases yesterday, I'm not sure if this is going to be a good thing or not...lol.
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Post by cropelf on Feb 23, 2018 17:19:25 GMT
Pas2 Thanks for the Evernote idea. I've been looking for a good method to keep track of what I have. Especially since I've been guilty of "Oops! I bought it again!" too many times. Great idea. Thanks for sharing.
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Post by anniefb on Feb 23, 2018 18:19:04 GMT
Jennifer McGuire is a dangerous woman. I was watching videos this morning as I cycled in my garage and saw about 10 things I now need to purchase!
My random thoughts are that I'm waiting for my cotton pipe cleaners to arrive for my 12 days ornaments. At least they're on the way. I have finished one ornament and am about to stitch together the second one. Will post some pics once I'm done.
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scrappington
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Post by scrappington on Feb 23, 2018 18:25:40 GMT
Can you link the pens and cutter? paper trimmer this is from Simon's site...but Michael's carries it. You are looking for the wire guide trimmer and buy the titanium blades. frixon pens they have retractable, markers, highlighters, fine line pens. Now I have not tried the retractable or the markers. but do a search for frixon erasable pens. I used amazon.com for the link. I bought mine on .ca
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Post by pas2 on Feb 23, 2018 19:22:48 GMT
Can you link the pens and cutter? paper trimmer this is from Simon's site...but Michael's carries it. You are looking for the wire guide trimmer and buy the titanium blades. frixon pens they have retractable, markers, highlighters, fine line pens. Now I have not tried the retractable or the markers. but do a search for frixon erasable pens. I used amazon.com for the link. I bought mine on .ca I just picked up a 3 pack of the black retractable frixon pens on clearance at M’s for $4.24. They had the multi colored 3 packs in blue/purple/green and red/ black/ blue too.
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Post by marg on Feb 23, 2018 19:25:54 GMT
I bought the altenew happy birthday stamp set. Oh my 18 different fonts and sizes of separate happy and birthday. I'm in love. Thanks for mentioning this, I've got to go check it out. I'm always looking for Happy Birthday in different fonts. The Frixion pens - they are awesome. I use them for work and for my bullet journal. I do agree that they run out of ink fairly quickly, though. Yesterday I visited a new LSS store that I literally drive by twice a week and never knew it was there. It opened last June. I actually found out about it on here in the LSS in your area thread! How exciting! I haven't had the thrill of discovering a new scrapbook store in so many years. I'm jealous! Did they have good stuff?
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scrappington
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Post by scrappington on Feb 23, 2018 19:34:20 GMT
I bought the altenew happy birthday stamp set. Oh my 18 different fonts and sizes of separate happy and birthday. I'm in love. Thanks for mentioning this, I've got to go check it out. I'm always looking for Happy Birthday in different fonts. The Frixion pens - they are awesome. I use them for work and for my bullet journal. I do agree that they run out of ink fairly quickly, though. Yesterday I visited a new LSS store that I literally drive by twice a week and never knew it was there. It opened last June. I actually found out about it on here in the LSS in your area thread! How exciting! I haven't had the thrill of discovering a new scrapbook store in so many years. I'm jealous! Did they have good stuff? birthday stamp set
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Post by dald222 on Feb 23, 2018 19:37:37 GMT
they are such cute cards :)I love making cards too
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