Some people think scrapbooking is expensive...and yes, it can be...but, if you follow me, I can give you tips on how to make this craft less expensive! What makes ME any different than anyone else? I have been forced to use what I have at home and available to me to create much of anything due to my husband being taken out of work about 8 years ago. I will tell you, this craft is cheaper than therapy, especially if you have a stress level of any kind, and is wonderful to put your memories down on paper!
In the next few weeks, I will be showcasing products that I recommend for people just starting out, down to people who have been creating for a while! This way, you can forward the email to your loved ones, to show them exactly what it is you want and need! Start watching for those emails next week...titled Christmas ideas for creating!
Cards are the first areas you can start to save money on, by making your own thank you, thinking of you, birthday, anniversary, and just because kind of cards to give to people. I have used a half sheet of 8.5 x 11 cardstock and envelopes bought at Xpedx for years! For a location near you check out this link, and to order online, make sure you click the far right link to order online. You will need to call them first to set up an account, but their prices are wonderful! If you have a store close by, you owe it to yourself to go in there!! One suggestion...find a friend in which you can go, spend money and then split the stuff you have bought in half. I would never get out of this place with less than $50...every time I went there!
For those of you who are trying to find neat ways to store your items, make sure you check out Michaels for their Jetmax Storage for their storage units on sale at 50% off! I am telling you...I have their ribbon organizer, and am in love with it, and soon, all the supplies I have will be in these little units. I might have to spend a little bit of money at a time, and organize one items at a time...but eventually it will be done! One way to think about it, if you are just starting out...purchase something like this that can move with you easily, and be moved around if you move rooms, or move homes...and to grow with too! Right now, everything I have is in a closet about 3 x 8...that has a lot of stuff hanging on the walls, and every shelf is full! They are having a great Cyber Monday sales...in store! Grab a coupon while you are at it...they have plenty of other stuff on sale as well!
For those of you who have artists in their lives...make sure you check out Dick Blick for their wonderful specials and items that is sure to please anyone! They have an awesome table easel...list price is $250.00, on sale right now for $66.99! If you purchase canvas for making framed pages...check out their prices for their red label canvas, especially if you purchase 6 or more...their prices go down considerably! Wonderful specials, wonderful place...they also have stores around, so check their site out for this and to get a catalog sent to you!
I always love Kristina's Picks at Two Peas in a Bucket...and this week is no exception! The Christmas paper she is showcasing is wonderful, for any project you are working on this season! The papers can be used as an accent, or as the main part of the page you are working on. Or, find 5 coordinating papers you can use to make a mini album to use for Christmas presents for your loved ones!
For those of you who have been wanting the Cricut Cake Machine....do not wait, I would get this one bought today... At Joann's today only, get the machine for $199.99, THAT IS $200 OFF folks! You can use your existing cartridges to make fun shapes out of fondant, gum paste, or frosting sheets even, to coordinate the entire look of the party! Or get together with others in your family and purchase this little puppy for someone who loves to decorate cakes! They also have other great specials today...scrapbooking and non-scrapbooking alike!
For those of you who have a Cricut machine, be sure to check out Oh My Crafts for all their cartridges that are on sale until Monday! They also have other fun specials...but this is the best one for sure, especially for Cricut customers! Plus with free shipping on orders over $50, you can't seem to go wrong here!
Watch for a beginners blog coming up this week...make sure you send it to your friends and family for ideas as to what you want for the holidays! If you don't celebrate holiday's, then make sure you are spending money while the specials are good, for the things YOU can use!
In the next few weeks, I will be showcasing products that I recommend for people just starting out, down to people who have been creating for a while! This way, you can forward the email to your loved ones, to show them exactly what it is you want and need! Start watching for those emails next week...titled Christmas ideas for creating! Cards are the first areas you can start to save money on, by making your own thank you, thinking of you, birthday, anniversary, and just because kind of cards to give to people. I have used a half sheet of 8.5 x 11 cardstock and envelopes bought at Xpedx for years! For a location near you check out this link, and to order online, make sure you click the far right link to order online. You will need to call them first to set up an account, but their prices are wonderful! If you have a store close by, you owe it to yourself to go in there!! One suggestion...find a friend in which you can go, spend money and then split the stuff you have bought in half. I would never get out of this place with less than $50...every time I went there!
For those of you who are trying to find neat ways to store your items, make sure you check out Michaels for their Jetmax Storage for their storage units on sale at 50% off! I am telling you...I have their ribbon organizer, and am in love with it, and soon, all the supplies I have will be in these little units. I might have to spend a little bit of money at a time, and organize one items at a time...but eventually it will be done! One way to think about it, if you are just starting out...purchase something like this that can move with you easily, and be moved around if you move rooms, or move homes...and to grow with too! Right now, everything I have is in a closet about 3 x 8...that has a lot of stuff hanging on the walls, and every shelf is full! They are having a great Cyber Monday sales...in store! Grab a coupon while you are at it...they have plenty of other stuff on sale as well!
For those of you who have artists in their lives...make sure you check out Dick Blick for their wonderful specials and items that is sure to please anyone! They have an awesome table easel...list price is $250.00, on sale right now for $66.99! If you purchase canvas for making framed pages...check out their prices for their red label canvas, especially if you purchase 6 or more...their prices go down considerably! Wonderful specials, wonderful place...they also have stores around, so check their site out for this and to get a catalog sent to you!
I always love Kristina's Picks at Two Peas in a Bucket...and this week is no exception! The Christmas paper she is showcasing is wonderful, for any project you are working on this season! The papers can be used as an accent, or as the main part of the page you are working on. Or, find 5 coordinating papers you can use to make a mini album to use for Christmas presents for your loved ones!
For those of you who have been wanting the Cricut Cake Machine....do not wait, I would get this one bought today... At Joann's today only, get the machine for $199.99, THAT IS $200 OFF folks! You can use your existing cartridges to make fun shapes out of fondant, gum paste, or frosting sheets even, to coordinate the entire look of the party! Or get together with others in your family and purchase this little puppy for someone who loves to decorate cakes! They also have other great specials today...scrapbooking and non-scrapbooking alike!
For those of you who have a Cricut machine, be sure to check out Oh My Crafts for all their cartridges that are on sale until Monday! They also have other fun specials...but this is the best one for sure, especially for Cricut customers! Plus with free shipping on orders over $50, you can't seem to go wrong here!
Watch for a beginners blog coming up this week...make sure you send it to your friends and family for ideas as to what you want for the holidays! If you don't celebrate holiday's, then make sure you are spending money while the specials are good, for the things YOU can use!
Lynda Jeffs
Memories in Tyme
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Thanks for the comment!!! I always like it when people take the time to look at what I create! Have a great day!!
Lynda