Just Chillin'

Just taking a "tea" break and thinking about this summer. Chillin' out is always great! I know that we're scheduled to make leis today, but we still can, just come by and make a card with us too. We are making this one today, using the new Hero Arts clear stamps that we got in recently. We just send you an invite to come on Chill with us during lunch!

Got Leis! Mothers' Day Card!

 Here we are showing off our lei making skills. Come by and learn how to make a lei for May Day is Lei Day in Hawaii...This Saturday. If not get ready for your kids' May Day programs next week?

Do you have Lei Book VIII? If not we got some in! Just $6.99.

We made this card yesterday, the picture is a little hard to see but we used the Psst! Shimmer Mist!  Really like playing with it. Plus, we used one of the newer EK punches that we got it a few weeks ago. Plus, our favorite stamp dandelion! Add a little ribbon and BO bunny paper (on sale until Friday).

Come by and check out what we're up to!

Happy Admin Day! Thank you Lisa for Helping Us Celebrate

Here's just a sample of what Lisa is making right now!

Admin Professional Week

We got two special guests lined up just for you Administrative Professionals. Or the humble people who we know that run the show behind the big bosses. I know that they'll be doing something special for you next week, we thought that it's the least that we could do for you.

Easter is a hopping!

So, how is Spring going for you so far?  Just look at the cute card we're going to be making on Wednesday Mar. 24th.

Lots of dandelion stamps and a Martha Stewart punch. (Don't mind the colors of sample, got other colors and printed paper to use for the make 'n take.)

Special thanks to Darlene L. for showing us the easel card and Trish for the input on the finishing touches.

Birthday Card!

How's your Monday so far, long week for those on furlough. We're making a cute but sort of masculine birthday card today for make 'n take and demo. Come by and make one with us.

Girls' Day!

Many of you have been coming in...what we doing for Girls Day? Well, Valentine's and Chinese New Year is over whew! On to the next, holiday, so busy. But that's good. We got in some really cute Hero Arts and dandelion design stamps, that you'd like for Girls Day. Look at what you can do with stamps, some really cute paper, pop dots and tape.

Stop by today to do the lent calendar that we posted yesterday small fee but don't forget to check the tweets to see how to get a great deal on this. We'll be making this cute girl for tomorrow's Girls Day card.

Let's make a date for the bind-it-all project that was done on Joy of Crafting. Tuesday, Feb. 23rd. 11:30-2:30pm. Workshop fee $4, if you can't make it then, let us know and we can schedule a workshop time for you.

Kung Hee Fat Choy!

We know it's on Sunday, but we're not open (we'll be eating gau, jai, etc. getting well and passing out envelopes to the little ones in our families). Many of you will be furlough this Friday, so we'd like to say it now and pay our respects and Valentine's tomorrow. We're making this card today - but you are welcome to add more stuff to it bling it up a little more. We used the Hero Arts stamps for this card - we'll be using this again for double duty...so keep watching.

Don't forget to come by tomorrow to make the Hello Kitty Valentine & Chinese New Card that we made on Joy of Crafting. Bring by your photo to personlize it. (Don't forget to watch the tweets for more info.)

Holiday Card Contest Voting

Don't forget to stop by and vote for your favorite Holiday card in our contest. Don't worry if you got to busy for during this holiday season, we look forward to seeing all the entries in our New Years Contest in January.

Also, don't forget today is the last day to use your 25% off coupon. So stop by and vote...last day to vote is next week Tuesday. Vote "green" or "red"

Holiday Card Contest - update

Okay, I know everyone is busy....so I'll extend the drop off date until Wednesday Dec. 16 6pm (closing). Then we'll have the voting until Tuesday Dec. 22nd 6pm.

So, get busy this weekend!!!

Smoochin' with Gloria

Hey its the last day for our 3 day Anniversary Celebration. Don't worry, we still have things on sale for next week - did you see the coupon? However the big shot last day for this year at that great price is today!

Well, Gloria is here. Come 'n use the big shot and smooch your card!

Card Holder! and other stuff

Hey there! Getting ready for the Holidays are the cards coming?!? Well, here's an idea for this year's holiday card holder....(an old project/idea, but a good one.)


What do you need:
a small wooden plank (you can get this at Ben Franklin); felt squares; James Button Christmas Embellishments; American Craft Christmas Ribbon; Merikan double sided tape; hot glue gun/glue; 1 -3/4" clothespins.

What to do:
1) You want to cover the wooden plank - I used the green if you cut the felt in half (long ways - or as little people would say hot dog) it should fit nicely side by side on the plank. I used the 3/4" merikan double sided tape to tape it to the wooden plank (cleaner and smoother finish on the front). I also did the edge using the double sided tape- an old but reliable friend for the holidays.
2) cut out the stockings (I'll be attaching the stocking pattern hopefully by next week-need to get it scanned and uploaded-new adventure) using the red and white felt.
3) ribbon, the nice thing about the American Craft Christmas Ribbon is it comes in 4 feet rolls so I just cut it in half and used 2 rolls-no need measure. Attach to a James Button or any other embellishment.
4) clothespins, even easier, using the hot glue gun - put glue on one-side then place the ribbon on top and cut. (otherside will be hot glued to the ribbon to hold the cards, attach last)

Now putting it together, first lay it all out, of course. Then get that hot glue gun out and glue it all down. Attach the clothespins onto the ribbon last. For the backside, I used some American Craft ribbon hot glued it down, then using felt and double sided tape for the finished back.

So have fun.

Holiday Card Contest

Here we go getting ready for the Holdiays, since many of you celebrate such different holidays, pick one make a card and enter the contest, so we can celebrate together with a Holiday Card Contest.

Rules:

1) Size: no larger than a 5"x7" card.

2) Theme: Happy Holidays - any holiday celebrated in December.

3) 75% of product used is purchase from Crafts in the City.

Did I miss anything? Yes, when: Dec. 7th until closing 11th to drop off your cards at the store.

Voting will take place the following week. hmmmm...oh the prize: Marvy Paper Trimmer.

any questions, feel free to call 536-5410, email craftsinthectiy@gmail.com or just stop by.

Happy Birthday Mickey!

How old are you now? Happy Birthday Mickey!!! Come by and make a birthday card with us. Or if you just like Mickey or know someone who does (you can just make it a generic card) Either way stop by and make one for a small fee.

SpeciaL Friend Cards

A friend stopped by to share with us, two cards that they made using paper from the K & Co paper pad (left) and DCWV Blossoms & Butterfly (right).

congratulations Jennifer!

Congratulations to Jennifer for winning the Halloween Card Contest.

Halloween Card Contest

Boo! Everyone ready for the Halloween card contest? Get ready to win an ink 'n stamp set.
Guidelines for the contest: 1) card no larger than 5"x7";
2) express the Halloween theme;
3) entry received by Oct. 23 6pm (or closing);
4) 75% of the craft supplies used are from the store;
5) you have lots of fun participating.

Don't forget if you don't want to make a card, stop by to vote for the one you like the most the following week.

flying by with Hello Kitty

Getting ready for Halloween? How's about flying by and making this card with us today.

Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Well, it's October and it's Breast Cancer Awareness Month. So to show our support to loved ones who have been touched with this we'll be making this card today.

(dandelion designs stamp, satin ribbon, xryon, glitter, itop brad maker)

Cards!

Take a look at what Christy's been up to earlier this week. Nice!