Paper Explosion

McGill Punches

I own quite a few paper punches. My latest purchase is this one: McGill Punch I bought it at an Archiver’s store during a ScrapMania night. It jammed the very first time I tried using it. I took it back up to the counter, and asked for any tips to get it working properly again. The associate tried a few different […]

ScrapFest at Mall of America

What a fantastic time! I’m sleep-deprived, my feet hurt, and I’m now behind on my laundry – but boy was it worth it! A friend and I traveled a little over five hours and spent four days stamping, scrapping and shopping. Vendor make and takes were fun, and the best of them all was the Creative […]

Defining “archival”

As I’ve gotten more and more involved in rubber stamping and modern scrapbooking, the easy use of the word “archival” has always bothered me. A long time ago (about fifteen years ago), I worked as a picture framer. One of the subjects I learned about was conservation methods of picture framing. What has stuck with me, […]

Creating Scratch-n-Sniff Embellishments

Who doesn’t have memories of scratch-n-sniff stickers from grade school? They were so much more fun to receive than just a normal, everyday sticker! Well, if you can heat emboss, you can recreate that experience. All you need is some clear embossing powder, VersaMark ink, bold stamps, a heat tool and sugar-free drink mix. First, […]

Tips for Scrapping on the Cheap

Use those 40% off coupons for Michaels. Sign up for the mailing lists for Joann Fabric, Archivers, Hobby Lobby and any local scrapbook stores to get their coupons and sale notices. Set up a filing system for scraps Buy fiber in bulk. Use embroidery floss. Use your computer to print page titles instead of purchasing […]

Cool Tools

I’ve used the Memory Dock twice more since the beginning of June. Definitely worth the investment for me. I’m down to one shoulder tote and a tool tote for crops! I’ll be retiring the wheeled bags for now, and only bring them out for the weekend retreats. Have any of you used the Crop-A-Dile Eyelet & […]

Scrapping and stamping, oh my!

Welcome! I plan on using this space to talk about my scrapping and stamping addictions. I know lots of my friends share a similar sickness! I believe that many people who scrapbook or stamp on a regular basis probably have some of the same addictions I have: collecting too many stamps, buying too much paper, picking […]