Friday Sketch!

Hello to all scrappy ladies! It is Friday, are you ready for another sketch?

Today I am going to share this sketch #58 from Inspired Blueprints with you.

Here is my take on the sketch. 

Products used from YSS store:
Paper, journaling tag, stickers, mist: Studio Calico
Kraft Doilies: Maya Road
Chipboard buttons: Lily Bee
 
If you like the sketch and are playing along, do remember to share your take on the sketch with us here, as well as Inspired Blueprints 
(http://inspiredblueprints.ning.com/). 
 
Have fun!

April

PS: Find more info about the current contest and play along HERE.

It's Elementary!

Yes, I am a big fan of Studio Calico now! Look at all it's fabulous lines, it is no wonder that SC is among one of the most popular brands!
 
I was totally excited to hold the new Elementary in my hands! The colors and cool design just made me wanted to go back to YSS store and get more, LOL!

And I also get to try out their new Mister Huey's color mists! Love, love, love the colors!!
 

Here are some projects that I did when I received my SC stash.
 

Erica always has to do some re-ordering for Studio Calico stash. So grab yours before they fly off the shelves! Also do remember to enter the promotion code "October2010" to save 15% off your entire purchase, including items on sale.
 
Happy stashing!
April

Cupcakes, Anyone?

 
October is simply a month for celebrations! First we launched "Stash to Treasure"; then we had a bash for Children's Day in school; there are lots of birthdays (including my youngest son's); as well as my wedding anniversary.
 
I am in the mood for baking again! Besides the yummy toppings on the cupcakes, I love adding some handmade "toppers" too.
 

Here are some toppers that I created using the oh-way-cute Togetherness from Cosmo Cricket, some scraps and mini letter stickers. I used the Glossy Accents to adhere the leafs and flowers to the toothpic. It adhered very well, real fast, and no mess! This is really simple to make, and sure will add more joy in holding the cupcake and eat it! A great way to use up some scraps too!

Don't forget about the current contest!  You can see all the details HERE.


~April~

Stash to Treasure Class Previews

Here is what is coming up at Stash to Treasure!

In November, Jamie Dougherty will be teaching a 6 layouts, 1 page kit class.  The kits will be available soon, and will have a very low price point. You will be able to get the kits and follow along as Jamie makes 6 layouts from one kit, and shows you how to do the same.  Or, if you prefer, you can take the class without the kit for just $5 and use Jamie's tips and tricks to build 6 layouts from your own stash!  You can see more about this class and see Jamie's blog HERE.  Kits will be in the YSS store SOON!

In December, Lesley Langdon and Kinsey Wilson are teaching together, and they are bringing us a fantastic December Daily Class.  Want to see how two very talented ladies work with the same kit to create two very fun and very different December Daily Albums?  This is your class.  Kits for this class will be available in the store soon, so that you have time to get yours and get ready for this class with plenty of time to spare.  With two teachers teaming up, you can be SURE this class will be loaded with incredible ideas!

More details and kit photos for both of these classes will be available soon!

~Alyssa~

Your Friday Sketch

Here is my sketch for you this week!

and here is my layout... (pre-photo, so you can see the journaling strip tucked into the water frame)

 and here is the layout with the photo in, and some close-ups!

The layout was made using Bazzill cardstock, Pink Paislee's Parisian Anthology papers and Distress Inks in Rusty Hinge and Wild Honey! All of these are available (or for pre-order) now in YSS's store.

xx Heidi

Stash Faves!

Mmmm, I LOVE these Parision Anthology papers by Pink Paislee!! They are totally customizable and perfect for the inking, painting, and misting that I love!

Available for pre-order in the store now. :) Tomorrow I will provide you with a sketch and a layout that I made using this beautiful line. 

xx Heidi

October Guest Designer

Sasha Farina

This girl is talented.  I'm always amazed by her use of color - mists, patterned paper or punches.  There is always a splash of color that brings the layout alive.

You can read more about her on her blog.  Don't forget, she'll post giveaways during the month so you'll want to bookmark that.  ;)

Sasha Farina

Her gallery will be full of goodness later this month!!

Mask this!

Today I want to show you a simple way to create a multi-paper background look, while just using one sheet of patterned paper! In the layout below I used Bella Blvd paper, and masked it to make it look as though I had used two different sheets. I wanted the overall background paper to be a tad more subtle, with a worn look, so I handcut out several rectangles, and using painters tape, I adhered them to the bold yellow background paper.

I then used gesso to roughly cover the whole paper, brushing it right over the edges of the masks, and then misted with Maya Mist in Buttermilk Cream. I let it set for just a couple minutes because I did not want the masks to dry to the page, and then peeled the masks off. This allowed for a peek-a-boo effect showing us the bold yellow patterned paper underneath.

I then used my black oil pastel stick, smudging around the edges of the rectangles to give a little bit more dimension. Afterwards I dipped a paintbrush into Licorice Metallic Maya Mist and brushed onto the black smudges to soften up the lines and make them shine a bit.

I hope you can find this technique useful when you want to use only one sheet of paper! Have fun!
xx Heidi

Supplies used from the YSS store:
Bella Blvd paper
Prima Lace
Bakers Twine
Maya Mist in Buttermilk Cream and Licorice Metallic

Sneaking in....

at the last minute to let you know there are a few items marked down for Monday Markdown.

I have a million emails to respond to and probably that many orders.  Please be patient as we work through everything.

We are going to overload the mailman this week with boxes.  ;)

Monday Markdown:

Hero Arts stamps - 25% off
Echo Park Walk in the Park - 25% off

The new subscription blog - Stash to Treasure is now live.  Kits are available in the store or you can follow along using your own stash at home.

Register HERE to get access to the blog.

If you live in or around Indiana.....

You're going to want to take a look at another project Alyssa has on her plate.  (She's been busy!)

She has organized a MASSIVE Scrapbook Consignment sale.  Right now, there are three dates and locations being scheduled.

Please see her Blog or Facebook page for updates.

Your Scrap Cash Blog

Your Scrap Cash Facebook Page

It's TIME!

It's time!!!!!  The kit is in the store, and the site is running.  Ready, Set, GO!

Here is the link to Stash to Treasure!  (click on the Logo)

Subscriptions make take a few hours to process, but we are working very hard to make that as fast as possible!

Let me know what you think!!

~Alyssa~

P.S. If you are Jodi

 Jodi said...

love the class! I am excited to see what future plans you have!! I would loooove to see a class with Pinky! She is awesome!!

 or Cozy Crop House,

Cozy Crop House said...

This is an inspired concept. I can't wait.

September 28, 2010 8:07 PM

You are a 1-month subscription winner!  Email me at alyssa.mcgrew@gmail.com to claim your prize.

October Stash to Treasure Class Preview

Ok, here we go... all the details for the October Class with... me!  This is the album we are making:

And here are a few photos you may not have seen yet:

Here is the class outline:

Day 1:

• Video 1: How To Create the Cover
• Video 2: How To Make the Chipboard Title Letters
• Tutorial: How to Create the Cover Cut-out

Day 2:

• Video 1: How to Make Pages 2-3
• Video 2: Rub-On tips
• Tutorial: Lettering

Day 3:

• Video 1: How To Make Pages 4-5
• Video 2: How To Make the Misted Envelope
• Tutorial: Tips for Working With Acrylic

Day 4:

• Video 1: How To Make Pages 6-7
• Video 2: Ways to Get the Most From Your Mists
• Tutorial: Journaling With Your Title

Day 5:

• Video 1: How To Make Pages 8-9
• Video 2: Fussy Cutting 101
• Tutorial: Design Principles 101

Day 6:

• Video 1: How To Make Pages 10-11
• Video 2: Recreating My Misted Background
• Tutorial: Design Principles 102

A few notes about the kit: it is int he store now for just $41.99.  If you use your coupon code (September's is 20% off), that makes the price just $33.60.  Now the average kit price out there is $28-$35, but you don't get step by step video instruction and email support from the teacher!  So for just $5 more, with this kit, you can get that!  This is really quite the bargain... just like we wanted it to be (we are shoppers too, you know! :)  I created this album, 2 cards, and 1 more layout out of my kit, and I have a few more things leftover to use later.


Ok, so there you have it!  I have one more free 1-month subscription to give away, and you will be entered to win it by leaving me a comment and telling me (1) what you think of the class, and (2) which teacher you are most hoping comes to STT.

Tomorrow I will have some upcoming teachers to announce... and sometime tomorrow (Friday) the STT site will go LIVE, ad you will be able to access it and see the class!  Anyone else excited?  I promise to post here the SECOND it is ready, so be stalking on Friday!

~Alyssa~

The winner from Sept 26th's post is:

WilliesburgScrapper!


Congrats!  Please email me at alyssa.mcgrew@gmail.com with your email address and I will get you set up.

Stash to Treasure Questions (and Answers!)

**Please scroll down for all the info on the Travel Album Class Kit**


Hello, ladies!  Because of all your wonderful comments and questions in yesterdays post, I decided to move the schedule up a day and answer as many questions as possible today.  (isn't that nice of me?  :))  So, first up is the FAQ's.  My next post will be the October class details!


Q. What inspired you to start Stash to Treasure?
A. Both of us (Erica and Alyssa) have many years experience in the scrapbook industry.  When we started discussing classes and the feedback we were getting from customers and other scrappers, it became obvious that there wasn't much content that was meeting two specific needs: (1) affordable classes for those who don't want kits, and (2) high-quality class materials available to anyone, anywhere.  So, Stash to Treasure was born to meet those needs.


Q; How do subscriptions work?
A: We have 3 different options for you (1 month, 3 months, or 6 months).  With each option, your monthly payment of just $5 will be deducted from your PayPal account, for as long as the subscription that you choose.  At the end of your subscription, you get to choose a new option (or the same one) and sign up again!  


Q. Why should I choose the 6-month option?
A: If you choose the 6-month option, you will receive $5 in Stash Cash to deduct from your next order.  It's like getting one month free!



Q: Do you offer the option to "skip a class?"

A: Not at this time.  We do offer month-to-month subscriptions, so if you want to decide about each class as it is announced, just subscribe using the one month option.

 

Q. Do you offer refunds?

A. Unfortunately, no.  We are paying our designers to bring you the best classes, and so we need to make sure that their content and ideas are protected and fairly compensated.

 

Q. If I subscribe for 6 months, can I cancel?

A. Yes you can cancel at any time.  Subscribing for 6 months offers you the benefit of not having to go through the subscription process again each month, but you can cancel in the middle of a 3 or 6 month subscription if you wish.

 

Q. Where do I find info on upcoming classes?

A. We will be posting that info as soon as it becomes available on both the Your Scrapbook Stash blog and the Stash to Treasure site.

Q. How long will the class content and videos  be available?

A. Classes will be available for 6 months.  This gives you plenty of time to order the kit and work through the class along with the teacher.  Classes will be marked 1 week before they are removed, so that you will have some warning that they are almost expired.  Remember, though, that your subscription must be current to view any class, even older ones.

Q. How much will the kits cost?

A. Kits will be priced according to what is in them.  We add up the retail value and then give you a small discount.  You can also use the store coupon codes when they are available.

Q. What types of projects/classes will be offered at Stash to Treasure?

A. You name it, it will be here.  From layouts and page kits, to altered items, to home decor, to mini albums, we will be offering the classes for it!  

Q. When will I be able to see the site?  I can't wait to get started!

A. The site is a brand new website created just for Stash to Treasure.  (Thanks to Alyssa's brother, Ryan Decker, for designing it for us!)  It is under construction, but is nearly ready and should be available sometime on October 1st.  Just as soon as it is live, we will post the URL here on the YSS blog.  Upgrades to the site will continue to happen throughout October, so you never know what new surprises you will find when you log in!  Certain parts of the site will be available to anyone, without a subscription.  But you will have to be a subscriber to see the class content.

Q. How does the subscription  process work?

A. After you subscribe via PayPal, you will receive an email with a generic password and your log-in information.  Once you log in for the first time, you will be able to change your password to anything you like that is easy for you to remember.  At the end of your subscription period, your access to the site will be removed unless you continue your subscription.

If you have other questions not answered here, please post them and I will answer them!

 

Other subscription related questions can be directed to admin@yourscrapbookstash.com

Other class related questions can be directed to alyssa.mcgrew@gmail.com

Stash To Treasure Kit and Subscription

*** We are taking a few days off for a family event.  The store will remain open but we will not be filling any orders.  Pre-Orders are being filled.  We are now shipping out anything from Studio Calico, Fancy Pants and Lily Bee.  Please be patient as we have a ton of pre-orders AND regular orders to fulfill.  Shipping will resume on 10/3/10.  ***

So now that you've read all about the kit and site, are you ready to get started?

The official Subscription page will be live on 10/1 BUT, if you are a blog follower, you can sign up now.  Thats right, we're including the links in this post for you to subscribe.  The kit is also in the store and ready for purchase.  We've created a special section called 'Stash to Treasure Kits' where all present and past kits will be listed.

There are two fun things to share about this kit.  If you have a Bind it All, you can add more pages to this album.  Because it is a mixed medium book, you can add more canvas, acrylic or chipboard pages.  Even transparencies work!  You will have leftovers - enough to create more mini album pages, layouts, card or altered projects.

Here are some detail shots for you.  *please note - you will get 7 double sided sheets of Basic Grey Wander papers in this kit.  Fir the purposes of showing you the B side, we took this photo with 2 sheets of each paper to show you the 'entire' kit.  You are only getting one sheet of each paper listed.*

Kit Contents:

- Punky Sprouts Junk in my Punk album
- Wander Papers : Turbulence, Relocate, Hub, Vroom, Metropolis, Bike Messenger and Gridlock
- Stop/Go Doily
- Wander Pieces (not shown)
- Wander Rubons
- Wander Elements Stickers
- 1 Yard brown trim, 1 foot red trim
- Shabby Chic Crafts Vintage Snapshots
- Basic Grey Oliver and Olivia Mini Monograms
- Jenni Bowlin Chalkboard Alpha - Black
- Maya Road chipboard alpha
- 2 Maya Road Kraft envelopes

Mists/Paints used: (not required to finish album)

Maya Road Mist - Evergreen Metallic, Lemon & Cherry
Smooch Paints - Lime and Siren
Shimmerz - Chick-a-dee

Kits can be purchased in the Shop. (Item #9117)  We will ship these on 10/4/10.

Now for the fun part!  The extras.  Alyssa not only included some basic, written instructions with your kit, she also filmed videos and will post extra content on the new Stash to Treasure site.  So for those of you NOT interested in the kit, you can follow along at home and use your Stash OR buy your kit from the store and 'do your own thing'.  Remember, you will have leftovers and we'll show you fun things to do with these.

To subscribe, click HERE.

Please email any questions to: admin (at) yourscrapbookstash (dot) com

Stash to Treasure Reveal!

Good Morning!  Are you ready to hear more about Stash to Treasure?  Well, it's finally time to give you the whole scoop.  The website is nearly ready, the first class is prepared, and it's time to share all our little secrets with you!

Here's how it will work: Each month, we will be bring you a full class from a leading teacher in the industry.  I can't share many names with you just yet, but I can tell you that the teacher lineup is amazing!  These teachers have some of the most creative brains on the planet, and one or two of them will be sharing all of that with you each month.

Each class will be posted throughout the first week of the month, and follow (roughly) this format:

• One "Main" video each day, detailing that day's portion of the project.
• One additional video each day, detailing a technique and providing step-by-step instructions so you can recreate it.
• One photo tutorial each day with yet ANOTHER technique, or a list of tips related to a design technique that they are using.

In addition to roughly 12 videos and 6 tutorials, you will also get additional exclusive content throughout the remainder of the month.  Things like exclusive sketches, subscribers-only giveaways, more tutorials, fun challenges, and other DIY projects are all in the works.   Now, some classes might be formatted differently depending on the project we will be bringing you, but that is the general idea of what you can expect.  Sweet, huh?!  :)

Each class will have a kit that corresponds to it, so you can follow along and recreate the teacher's project exactly.  Kits will be available in the YSS store (and you WILL be able to use your coupon codes on them). Or, if you prefer, you can just subscribe to Stash to Treasure and follow along with the class using items from your stash.

Now, here is the best part: Stash to Treasure subscriptions are only $5 per month.  Yes, that's right... you get all that content from top-notch teachers for just $5 per month!

Subscriptions will be available on Friday!  Thursday I will bring you the FULL reveal of my Travel Album Class, the very first Stash to Treasure Class that will be posted in October.

Ok, so leave me a comment and let me know what you think, and one lucky commenter will get the first month free (which means you will get my entire class for free!).

Can't wait until Thursday!
~Alyssa~

Winners Posted!

I believe this is the last blog to announce the winners.  If you haven't checked yet, go back through the blogs and make sure you look for your name!

Sundays Winners ($10.00 in Stash Cash) is: #6

Erika M. said...

Enjoyed the blog hop!

Wednesday Winner : (Free One month subscription to Stash To Treasure) #22

Irit Shalom said...

Love classes and love free ones even more!! So hope to win and congrats to all winners too..

Final Winner:  Will be drawn from the comment on THIS post.  Tell us what kind of kits you like.  Mini Albums, Page kits, Project Kits etc.  Let us know what kind of things you'd like to see.  We have a bunch of fun already lined up but we love your feedback!

We will draw one winner on Wednesday 9/29 to win $10.00 in Stash Cash AND a free month subscription to Stash To Treasure, our new class blog.

P.S. Our September Guest Designer Julie Bonner also has some giveaways on her blog.

Pardon our dust.....

We're making a few changes.  What do you think?  Its not done yet but we're working on cleaning up the sidebars and making information easier for you to see.  Just waiting on the cool new header and background.......

A few quick reminders for this week:

1.  A new contest is announced {below}.

2. Winners from the Blog Hop last week are slowly showing up on everyone's blogs.  Go check it out to see if you won somethin'.

3. The new Kit blog debuts this week and so does the first kit!

4.  Do you have an October Birthday?  Make sure you email us.  Use the Contact Us form or email us your name and birthday to : admin (at) yourscrapbookstash (dot) com.

NEW CONTESTS!

Did you think we'd give you time off?

Its time for the next TWO contests.  TWO contests = TWO winners.

First:

Halloween/Fall Contest

Rules:  Link up any projects to THIS post using Fall or Halloween papers.  If you don't celebrate Halloween OR you don't have Fall, go ahead and challenge yourself to use those papers for something unrelated.  Like, Halloween papers on a non-Halloween layout.

To clarify - you can upload layouts or cards for Halloween based projects or non-Halloween projects but you MUST use Halloween products.  This goes for the Fall part as well.

Altered Item Contest

This is where you show us your skills altering something other than a 12x12 space.

A plain wood picture frame, a paint can, or even a mini album!  Alter something.  Then share with the class.

Other Rules: You MUST use the Mr. Linky links to share with the class.  Feel free to upload to our User Gallery and share with everyone, just come back and link it up here.

Prizes will be mailed out to the two winners after the contest has ended.  They include a box FULL of goodies AND $10.00 in Stash Cash.

Please share original work only.  Can be based on sketches, but the layout must be your idea.

Deadline is October 15th.

Sketch Challenge Reminder!

Early this month we announced our September Guest Designer Sketch Challenge. For today, I want to share with you some of our take to Julie's fun sketch. You have until the end of this month to share your creations with us using this sketch to win a $10 Stash Cash certificate and a prize pack from the store.

LG Belarmino

Susan Lui

We can't wait to see your creations! Remember, to qualify for the prize, simply upload your take to this sketch on our new User Gallery and add your uploaded link to the September Guest Designer Sketch Challenge comments section.