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...