DO CRAFTS ISSUE #24

Do Crafts has finally arrived and will be in store this coming tuesday.
Jam packed with some great ideas and brand new products you will be scrapping and cardmaking for weeks on end....

and don't forget the lovely gift on the front of the magazine...

The newest designer collection from Papermania is a taste of the Orient! The Oriental Treasure Collection is bursting vibrant colours and rich gold foiling. In this collection you will find delicate paper folding vellums for a range of crafting techniques, as well as silk screened die cuts for traditional greetings to top any cards or on scrapbook page.

Little charms are keeping with the theme, and add a hint of oriental detailing to projects. The range is in store for a limited time only so do get in quick....

The Woodland Folk paper craft range features A4 and A5 papers, Waterfall card packs, A4 and A5 framed decoupage packs, four 6x6 clear stamp sets, jelly brads, coloured stickers, designer epoxy brads, an 8x8 diecut decoupage pack, notelets, embossing folders and chipboard shapes.

Just some of the fantastically vibant Woodland Folk range is shown above.
With this cute characters and exotic asian influenced collections, you had better get in quick as these are limited and once they are gone they won't be coming back.

see you soon ladies...

FAMILY HISTORY

I couldn't believe my eyes when I found these papers. Well really they are cardstock, but still

blew me away.

Bazzill basics have a heritage collection out and wow it's simply gorgeous.

Black decorative borders with gold highlights on vanilla coloured cardstock....

If you are doing your family history then I highly recommend these papers to get you started.

Each paper has an area for your photo, name, d.o.b, etc and there is also a 12x12 lined sheet for

you to write your family history down on.

These papers make it so much more easier for you to get started. Once you begin you certainly won't be able to stop.

These retail at $1.50 ea, so if you're interested please drop in and pick up some papers from this gorgeous collection....

happy scrapping ladies...

SOMETHING FOR CHRISTMAS

Christmas is just around the corner. I blinked and before I knew it, it was 4 weeks away.

If you are finding it hard to find the perfect gift for that someone special, why not look at making something.

I know it can sometimes be frustrating and time consuming, but the end result is just amazing.

We've just received a shipment of large round tins.

You can fill these with chocolates, home-made rum balls, shortbread and so much more.

Easy to cover you only need 4 sheets of paper, 2 if you don't want to cover the inside.

I will even throw in my own template so you can cover around the handles and latch without throwing it across the room.

If you feel you don't have the time to make one of these gorgeous tins, why not give me a call

and I will happily do the job for you.

Get in quick as these are limited.

Happy scrapping ladies...

MIDNIGHT CROP

We are having our last Midnight Crop for the year Saturday 27th.
The night is always filled with lots of laughter and alot of chattering with minimal scrapping..
but that's ok as we always leave with a finished project by the end of the night.
If you would like to book into the crop please ring us on 34100278 to reserve your seat as
there are only a few spaces left.

If you can't make it to this crop, don't worry.....there will be plenty more to go to next year.

Happy scrapping ladies...

DOUBLE LAYOUT

Tuesday 30th Sam Hauzer will be teaching a gorgeous double layout.
For her layout she has used KaiserCraft papers along with handmade paperbag flowers,
some bling and of course inking.
For this class you will need to bring along 1, 7x5 Landscape photo along with 4, 6x4 photo's that can be cropped down.
This layout will be perfect for pics that are close up, but if you don't have close up shots, any photo's you bring along will be just as good.

Bring along your basic tool kit, along with any papers you may want to use or you can buy on the day.
Class runs from 12.00 - 2.00 and is $14.00.
Make sure you ring ahead to book your spot..

Happy scrapping ladies.

FIRST BIRTHDAY

Our First Birthday was on Saturday 13th November and we celebrated with not only a Garage Sale but also lots of store wide specials plus all those goodies that come along with having a Birthday Party....


With the introduction of a new product by Joy, Stella Edwards was kind enough to give the
ladies a hands on demonstration of molding flowers.

These flowers come on acetate which you cut out and then by using a tea-light, soften the flower and then mold it into shape on your mat with your shaping tool.

So popular, these Joy molded flower sheets walked out the door. But it's ok if you missed them, I am getting more in along with the molding tool and mat.

After a very successful day with people buying lots of goodies at the Garage Sale along with the store wide sale, we were finally able to relax with a lovely piece of cake along with a cool drink.
I would like to thank all of those wonderful ladies who travelled up from brisbane, who travelled down the coast, the lovely ladies from a major wholesaler along with my loyal customers a big
'THANKYOU'
for all your support over the past year.
I can't wait to do it all again next birthday..

happy scrapping...

NEW PRODUCTS

Well I've been shopping up a storm for the shop getting ready for our 1st birthday.

Just arrived from america are some gorgeous papers especially for boys.

We have "Tool Time" with it's bright bold colours and of course double sided to make life so much easier when you are after a contrasting patter.....

plus we have "Rockets" for our little boys who want to grow up and travel to the moon...

You can't go past these gorgeous colours and patterns, so vibrant they will make any

picture look perfect...why not cut out some little spacemen and ray guns to pop up on your page...

Bo Bunny has a new collection out...."Winter Joy" with it's soft pastel colours it

certainly takes a step back from the bold greens and reds we see at christmas time.

I can't wait to use these colours for my layouts this year as purple is one of my favourite colours.

and of course I haven't forgotten the princesses in our lives....

We have everything from Cinderella, Snow White, Arial etc plus some contrasting pattern

papers to compliment....get in quick as these are going fast..

Hope to see you soon...

Happy Scrapping....

NOVEMBER NEWSLETTER

Yes it's our 1st Birthday and you are all invited.

Saturday 13th we'll be having our celebrations along with a garage sale so make sure you bring your spare change and appetite so you can grab yourself not only a bargain but a nice big slice of cake.
After much consideration and alot of pleading from many customers, I've decided to now stock

DO CRAFTS...

I had a small collection come in last week and within 4 days I have very few items remaining. Soooo in a nutshell, it really wasn't a hard decision to make.

I am making a magazine list for those wanting to purchase the DoCraft magazines, so if you would like a magazine make sure you get your name on the list as once these go it's very hard to get another shipment in.

Love scrapping but find it hard to place your papers and photos? Well I am now going to be placing page maps in the newsletter each month. This will help you with your placement of journal blocks, photo's, embellishments, titles and your papers.

Here is the first page map for November...

Our late nite crops are still going strong. Saturday nites are the perfect nite so you can have a sleep in on sunday morning. Make sure you book your spot for the next crop as we do book out fast.

We are also expecting another big parcel from the USA so keep your eye out for new pics of stock that's come into the shop..

Happy scrapping ladies.

MELBOURNE CUP DAY

Melbourne Cup day is nearly upon us and everyone will take that 5mins break to watch a race that stops a nation.

.....but at Scrapping on the Avenue we will be not only listening to the race but also scrapping with a free circle of friends day.

I decided to put up some pics of a top hat I made a few years ago for a melbourne cup hat day.

The top hat was made with Black Bazzill and I used 3/4" strips of black & white cardstock for the checkered look. It went together quite well. I added some ribbon around the base and put some black rhinestones around to give it a nicer edge on the rim.

I even paper pieced the horses rear end and layered his tail to give it a bit of depth. I also love heidi grace large white flowers so I couldn't resist putting one on the side.
Don't forget to make a booking for tuesday if you would like to come to the circle of friends crop.

Good luck ladies, I hope you back a winner....

WEDDING DAY LAYOUT

Hi Ladies,

I have been a bit slack of late with the blog and I apologise, with a big move things are now getting back to normal so there will be alot more posts going up.

Here is a layout I did a while back using KaiserCraft papers. I love black & white photos as you can do so much more with them when it comes to using papers.

No worrying what colour is going to match the dress etc.

The layout only consisted of 3 double sided papers. I trimmed out 1" lengths to use as borders,

as well as cut the middles out of the larger mats so I could back the photo's.

The main photo has been pop dotted up to give it a bit of depth, plus I am going through "pop dot everything" stage..

I wanted a "Vintage" feel when it came to embossing the chipboard letters. I finally achieved the look by slightly burning the gold embossing powder with the heat gun.

It turned out fabulous.

Layering flowers is the only way to go and when you get two(2) colours that go great together, you can't help but just layer, layer, layer. I added a black brad to each center to keep the

black & cream colours going.

Why not use the sketch below to make your own layout.

Goodluck and happy scrapping ladies....

NEW PRODUCTS

Hi Ladies,

Just an update on stock that is now instore:

• Kaisercraft Collections: Hello Birdie, Jungle Bug, Lilac Ave, Up Up & Away, 'Tis the Season, Be Merry, all papers along with 6x6 paper pads.
• Asst Ribbons.
• Kaisercraft wood products.
• Stamps.
• Asst Brads.
• Asst Eyelets.
• PaperMania Embossing Folders.
• Versamagic Dew Drop Inks
• Clearsnap Glitter & Embossing Powders.
• Signature Stamps.
• Plus much much more.

Here is a sneak peek of the new papermania xmas embossing folders.

These folders can be used in your cuttlebug, sizzix boutique, double-do etc.

We are expecting a shipment from america with lots of goodies including martha stewart punches so make sure to check back soon for more updates...

happy scrapping and cardmaking ladies....

OCTOBER NEWSLETTER

Hi Ladies,

Would you believe that we have been here nearly 1year already!! To celebrate we will be having a huge birthday celebration with nibblies, drinks plus a birthday cake of course as well as a garage sale.

Kaisercraft will be bringing out yet another two(2) Collections in November which we will have in stock very soon for you, so do keep your eye out for updates in the near future.

Our late night crops are doing very well and we always have a great night with alot of laughter and everyone sharing their handy hints and tops. We now hold them on a Saturday night so we can all have a Sunday sleep in. Coffee and Tea are always available along with a light supper.

For those of you who don't know, I am now teaching card classess once a month at the Ningi Craft Shed. My first class will be at the end of the month with 23 ladies. I hope it's a big success along with the indoor bowls craft ladies who I teach once a month on a Thursday.

Sam's scrapbooking classes have been very popular and her work is just amazing. If you've been to her classes then you will know just how beautiful her work is. If you are yet to see her work, why not book into one of her classes or drop in and take a look at her work displayed in the shop. Her classes are every Tuesday fortnight so get in quick.

Our recipe of the month is from Karin.

BOSTON BUN

1/2 cup of each: mashed potatoes, sugar, milk ad mixed fruit

1 1/4 cup self raising flour.

Mix all the ingredients together and put on a greased tray in a log shape.

Cooko at 375o c for approximately 1/2 hour.

Ice and sprinkle with coconut.

CIRCLE OF FRIENDS

Tuesday and Thursday's are becoming very popular for all those wanting to catch up on their layouts or cards. Just a reminder that I am always available to anyone who needs hellp with their work. It's a fun day with alot of laughs, coffee, tea, grannies biscuits and a chat.

Use of all shop tools, including the cricut machine, cuttlebug, spellbinders etc will incur a $2.00 fee.

MIDNIGHT CROP

Saturday 30th from 7pm til midnight and the cost is only $10.00.

It's not for the scrapper, or the cardie, but for both plus more! Why not get together with a group of inspiring ladies to stamp, scrap, laugh plus learn new techniques from others.

Tea & Coffee to keep you awak plus a light supper is supplied

BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL PLUS A $5.00 DEPOSIT

GARAGE SALE....

We all have alot of 'craft' at home that we are no longer using, don't know how to use, or just want to get rid of.

Next month we will be having a garage sale for those who would like to sell their items for some 'pocket money'.

Cost will be $5.00/spot and will be on a Saturday between 9am - 12pm. You will be required to stay with your items so you can haggle with the best of them. If you are unable to stay I am sure we can arrange something for you.

If you are interested please let me know asap as I will be taking deposits and organising tables soon.....

An email regarding the date will be sent out soon...

We have a new shipment coming from america and kaisercraft due over the next week and a bit so do keep you eyes open for new updates...

happy scrapping ladies....

OFF THE PAGE

Scrapping on the Avenue does alot of request work for those who don't have the time or have never scrapbooked before.

I received an order for two(2) albums of my choice for a baby girl and a 2yr old boy.

The only instructions I received was pink and brights.

So here are the two(2) albums that are now on there way to Adelaide.

I thought that Making Memoriees Pitter Patter Sophie Papers would be ideal for the baby girl album. I used the I-Top tool to make maching buttons for the center of the flowers...aren't the just gorgeous..

For the boy I thought that KaiserCrafts Jungle Bug papers would be perfect for that little boy. At the age of 2 I am sure he would be in the garden digging up worms and looking for bugs...

I used strips of the co-ordinating papers to make paper ribbons to slide their photo's behind. This way the whole album flowed from beginning to end. Don't you just love th cut out butterfly I've put in the center of the flowers.....

If you would like a one of a kind piece why not contact vanessa at Scrapping on the Avenue on
07)34100278
No job is too big or too small...

Happy Scrapping ladies....

CLASSES FOR SEPTEMBER

We are already into September and here are some sneak peeks of this months class...

Sam has two (2) classses this month...

Tuesday 14th from 12.00 sam will be teaching a double layout.

'A day at the Park'

Using bling, diamontes or brads she will show you how to jazz up flourishes on your page.

Also using the I-top tool to make those gorgeous flower centers....

Tuesday 21st from 12.00pm Sam will be teaching a single layout.

'Paint in Style'
Sam will help introduce a new medium to your layouts by using paint.
Also showing you a new way to make those gorgeous fabric flowers..


Saturday 11th from 9.30 Vanessa will be teaching a single layout.

'It's who you Are'
Using Up, Up and Away kaisercraft collection, vanessa will show you how to blend your
papers to create this gorgeous layout. Alot of inking as you know it's her specialty.


If you would like to attend a class, make sure you ring and book your place.
Happy scrapping ladies.....

CARD KITS

I've been asked to put the cards I do for classes into kit form as there are alot of you that either can't make it to the classes or don't live nearby.

So on that note.....I am now putting my cards into kit form...

In each kit you will receive everything cut to size to make the finished products. You will also receive colour photo's of the finished cards along with instructions.

The cards that are in kit form this week have been such a big seller at the shop. Graphic45 papers along with green tara roses and cardstock compliment each other to make these romantic gorgeous cards..The vellum butterflies are popped up to give dimension and finish off the card.

If you would like to receive this card kit, please email me at vanessaj@bigpond.net.au with your order. All kits are sold at $10.00 with $1.50 for postage.

Get in quick as they are selling fast...

CHRISTMAS CARD FRENZY

Classes are always lots of fun at Scrapping on the Avenue.

We had a Xmas Card Frenzy not long ago with the ladies making 5 xmas cards to get them on their way.

I thought I would put up some pictures of the ladies with their cards they made on the day.

Below we have Carol, Nalda and Karin with their beautiful cards made on the day...

Carol and Carey with 2 of the cards they made on the day...

We also have Thursday free scrap days....and alot of the ladies have been doing their Xmas layouts. Below we have Sandra with the beginnings of her layout that looked absolutely gorgeous when she finished it. She's used KaiserCraft papers with matching embellishments...

Don't forget that every Thursday is 'FREE' Circle of friends day...which means you can come into the shop and do whatever you like....make sure you ring to book your spot though as we do fill up quickly...

happy scrapping ladies....

COMING SOON

KaiserCraft have now bought out a beautiful range of pearl brads.

With pastel colours, these are going to look great on any layout or card....even those off the page projects.

With six (6) colours to choose from, you wont be able to stop at just one colour.

The colours available are:

• Pearl
• Latte
• Pink Ice
• Soft Blue
• Ice Green
• Chocolate

Make sure you get in quick as I just know that these are going to fly off the shelves...

If for any reason you can't make it the shop...why not give the shop a call and we and we can post it out to you asap....

happy scrapping...

NEW KAISER COLLECTIONS

KaiserCrafts new Christmas Collections are to die for....

'Tis the Season' is a beautiful heritage inspired collection.

Rustic colours that bring to life any kind of christmas photo.

This collection would be perfect for those photos of the past or even those of the present...

You can't go past this collection.

'Be Merry' is the second collection bought out by KaiserCraft.

With it's rich, bright and vibrant colours it will certainly make an eye catching layout in anyones album....

Why not cut out the Christmas trees on 'Joy' and pop dot them along the bottom of your layout to make an interesting border....

Both Collections come with

• B&W rubons
• colour rubons
• 6x6 paper pad
• clear stamps
• die cuts
• journal tags
• specialty papers.

If you miss out on any part of the collection don't worry, they will be topped up regularly.

STOCK UPDATE

This week brings some new stock as well as updates on some old stock.

I have updated Graphic45 papers

• Fashionista Hautee Couture
• Fashionista En Vogue
• A Proper Gentleman
• Times Nouveau

A re-stock on all Versamagic Dew Drop Inks

Bo Bunny Xmas papers

EK Success edger punches

I also have in stock some new Cuttlebug Embossing packs. These packs come with two (2) 5x7 folders along with two (2) 6x4 folders.

These packs are a great buy and put each embossing folder to a price that is under $10.00.

NEW cuttlebug embossing pack....

~Once Upon A Princess~

NEW Cuttlebug embossing pack....

~Heritage~
Back in stock finally are the Papermania Mini Accessory Craft Tote. These are only available in black with a small white polka dot. Due to availability of this item through the wholesalers, there are only a few of these available. So if you want one, make sure you get in asap.

AUGUST CLASSES

To start the month off we will be doing a Xmas Card Frenzy.

For this card class you will make 5 beautiful xmas cards to get you started on making those cards for your friends and family.

I also have a few sneak peeks for the scrapbooking classes that we will be having this month as well.

'He's now a Teenager'

A double layout usung the cricket machine.

'Miles of Smiles' single layout.
Sam will show you how to make flowers using papers bags.

'Birthday Bash' double layout.
Have too many photos and don't know what to do with them...this is the class for you.



Don't forget we also have our midnight crop night on Saturday 21st.
These nights are full of laughter and good times so make sure you get in early as spaces are limited.

Happy scrapping

KAISERCRAFT SNEAK PEEKS

KaiserCraft have some gorgeous series coming soon.

Here is a sneak peek of Augusts 2 collections:

Hippy Girl.....

Secret Bird Society....

Also here is a sneak peek for Septembers 2 collections:

Tis the Season......Be Merry.........

I'm sure these 4 collections are going to be a huge hit....
so make sure you get in early when they arrive...

happy scrapping

JULY CLASSES

Well it's July already and this year is just flying past.

This month we have some amazing classes that will suit everyone from the beginner to the advanced scrapbooker.

Sam has amazed again with her gorgeous Black & White double page layout.

If you missed her last class on how to make paper roses then don't miss this one. Along with those beautiful roses you will get full use of the I-Top tool. A great tool for making your own matching buttons for any layout.

Graphic45 is a wonderul paper range for everything vintage. So if you like the vintage look or have some 'vintage' photos, then this is the class for you. Family Times is an eye catching layout that will accentuate any photo ranging from days gone by to days of today.

This is a KIT class so there are limited seats available.

KaiserCrafts Tea at Elsies is another of sam's classes for the month. Learning to distress circles and piece your layout together this layout is just stunning.


Graphic45 + 2 papers = Gentlemans book.
Learn how to make a 6x6 album with just 2 sheets of double sided paper. If you love the man in your life and want to do a special album just for him, then make sure you book for this class.
This is a KIT class so there are limited seats available..

With any class, make sure you get in early and book your seat.
If you are unable to make it to a class but really want to do it, why not contact us so we can get a kit organised for you so you can do it at home or at the shop.

hope to see you at the next class....