Have you finished yours?

SO, how many of you enjoy making your christmas cards each year? I admit that I do and I don't. I love coming up with the ideas and actually working on them but I usually leave it to the last minute and then I feel so rushed to get them done.

And ... it's happened again this year. I haven't even started.

I'm sure though that there are some of you who are in the same boat. So, I want to help you out a bit.

I have some "Holiday Wishes" christmas card kits left over from some classes that I've taught. This kit is full of the new Cottage Christmas from Imaginsce and lovely Core'dinations Cardstock and you will create 7 cards. You won't be disappointed.

PDF instructions and color photos will be included via email if you buy the kits.

So, if you're in the mood for card making and want to check something off your long list of things to do for the holidays now's your chance!

Kits are $20.00 each.

2 kits are $35.00 or

3 kits are $50

(*note* these are Canadian prices)

Please email me at cari_locken@yahoo.ca if you're interested.

Let's celebrate!!!

I am still amazing at how quickly the past 5 years have gone by. I still remember getting that email from Jackie asking me if I'd like to be a part of an amazing dream that she had to start up a Canadian scrapbook magazine. I was thrilled!! And have been so blessed to be a part of such an incredibly talented team.

If you've had the chance to look at these magazines then you already know that it is amazing. An idea book filled with amazing Canadian content, designers and manufacturers. The quality is top notch and focuses on a variety of techniques, ideas, themes will little advertising.

So in honor of Canadian Scrapbooker's 5th birthday I am going to give away the special 5th Anniversary Collector's Edition Winter 2010/11 issue. And just so you know ... this issue cannot be found in stores - it's for subscribers only.

All you have to do is leave me a comment - about whatever!

And if you'd like to follow my blog that would be great too!

I'll leave this open for comments until midnight PST on Sun., Dec. 5th .

I will announce the winner shortly after that.

"tis the Season

... for inspiration!

So my fellow scrapbookers, I just wanted to let you know that in the next few weeks there will be lots of inspiration headed your way.

My StampBox (as you can see from the top of my blog) is doing a special "12 Days of Christmas" - many, many wonderful projects will be shared and you won't want to miss this.

Plus the DT has worked on some wonderful projects that are on the blog right now. Go check it out HERE.

This is the card that I made using A Tree for all Seasons stamp & Core'dinations cardstock.

Imaginisce will be sharing many wonderful Christmas related projects on their blog starting on December 1st with our Sketch challenge through to Dec. 13th. Trust me you won't want to miss out on these posts because, as always, there will be an awesome prize to be won!!!

Here's a peek at my project for the week.

The week following we'll be having a release party for the new collection Garden Party. Lots of wonderful goodness to be shared.

Wait .... there's more!

It's a busy month over at Core'dinations too. December 6th - 10th we are doing a blog swap with Graphic 45. Again ... another incredible week of inspiration!

During the week of December 11th - 22nd Core'dinations is hosting a "12 Days of Christmas Techniques".

This is going to be an incredible month. I cant' even begin to tell you how much inspiration you will get from visiting these blogs! So mark it down on your calendars and make sure to hop on over!

Oh, and come back tomorrow as I've got something exciting to give away!!!

Winter is here!!!

Wow!! I can't believe the snow we've been getting today!!! Amazing!

The kids had a blast tobogganing after school too, but it did get a bit wet by the end.

Just wanted to remind you to check out TIS (The Inspired Scrapbooker) today as I have a post up about winter/christmas themed layouts.

Here's a new one that I've finished using Imaginisce's Cottage Christmas collection. Love that stuff.

I covered the i-top brads with ribbon. Love the effect.

Supplies used: Imaginisce (papers, flowers, ribbon, i-top brad, stamp (Snowflake), white embossing powder, EK Success border punch, American Crafts Thickers.

So, make sure to check out TIS there. There will be some other posts too.

Have a great weekend!

Core' & myStampBOX

... they are a perfect match!!! Well, I guess I should just say that Core'dinations goes with EVERYTHING!! ;)

Just wanted to share a layout with you today that I created using a variety of Core' cardstock (Vintage, Stacy Julian, Whitewash and Core Essentials) and some stamps from myStampBOX (Colorful Companions and Royal Flush)

Supplies used: Core'dinations cardstock (Vintage, Stacy Julian, Whitewash, Essentials), myStampBOX (Colorful Companions & Royal Flush), Queen & Co (pearls), Divine Twine , Fiskar border punch, Making Memories alpha stickers

Have a fabulous day!

Roly Posies

I realize that I just posted this layout earlier but I wanted to point out the flowers on it. I used the new Roly Rosies & Fashion Brights (flowers) by Imaginisce on the page.

Supplies used: Core'dinations cardstock, Imaginisce (Enchanted collection: papers, die-cuts, stickers), Roly Rosies and pink flowers by Imaginisce, butterfly punch (Martha Steward), i-top brad & tool by Imaginisce

They are just so much fun to use and come in such pretty patterned papers. They are already die-cut into a wonderful shape. All you have to do is tear them out and start rolling. It's super easy to roll when you use the Petal Roller.

I also wanted to point out that this new collection, Enchanted, from Imaginisce is just beautiful and comes with gorgeous die-cuts that are so easy to use.

I also wanted to share with you a look at some more new stuff from Imaginisce. Yes, more new stuff!!! There's a new collection called Garden Party .

Lots of pretty papers, flowers, stamps, chipboard, stickers and brads!

Well, off to get the kids to school.

Have a great week!!

Enchanted & turning 6!

Have you been over to the Imaginisce blog recently?

Well, then you need to pop over now! They're having a release party all week long showcasing the newest collection, "Enchanted".

Here's a few layouts that I've created using the new collection. Everything about this collection is adorable, from the papers to the diecuts.

So hop on over and check things out. There's always lots of great give-aways to be had so make sure to leave your comments.

Today my youngest turns 6!! Wow!!! My baby is growing up and I seriously just want him to stay 5 years old. I don't want him to get bigger. He's so much fun right now and I love seeing what he's learning everyday and how exciting new things are for him. Still can't believe that he's six though.

Happy Birthday my little man! I love you.

Winner of the "Autumn Splendor" kit

So, who wants to know the winner of the kit??

Oh, but don't you want me to talk about my weekend?? Come on! I've got such exciting things to share! ;) Ok, not really. Been sick with a cold and it's raining here - so nothing too exciting.

Now, ... on to the winner.

You ready??

The lucky winner is ...

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Suzanne said...

LOVE these projects Cari and the kit is way cute! IF there were such a thing as Fall here in the deep south...my favorite thing would definitely be the cool temps and no humidity!

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Congrats Suzanne!!!! I hope you enjoy the kit.

If you email me (cari_locken@yahoo.ca) with your mailing address I'll send you the kit out ASAP.

Thanks to everyone for all your fabulous comments. I enjoyed reading each & every one of them.

The winner on the Imaginisce blog post will be posted shortly as well so make sure to check there . The winner is responsible for emailing me their mailing address as well.

Just wanted to let you know that Imaginisce is going to be having a release party sometime this week showcasing the newest collection "Enchanted" . SO make sure to stop by and check that out!

Have a wonderful week!

Autumn Splendor (win a class kit!!)

I love Fall! I love everything about this season! The smells, the leaves changing colors, the coziness of sweaters, etc.

And Imaginisce won my heart yet again with their collection Apple Cider! I loved it so much that I designed a class around it (and Core'dinations cardstock) that I've been teaching this past Fall.

In fact, I'm going to be giving away one of these class kits today to one lucky reader!! The winner will receive a class kit filled with everything you need to complete 3 single pages layouts. PDF instructions with colored photos will be emailed to the lucky winner as well.

All you have to do is:

• leave a comment HERE on the Imaginisce blog & this post here on my blog telling me what your favorite thing about Fall is
• become a follower of my blog
• and you aren't already - become a follower of Imaginisce blog/Facebook page

You have until Sunday midnight!!! I'll post a winner on Monday.

Thanks for stopping by & have a great weekend!

Staying Organized

Do you have a hard time remembering things during the craziness of the holidays?

I know I do. That's why I always have lists!

This year I thought I'd make a little planner that I could keep on my desk or in my purse.

Here's a little peek at what I made.

For more details & info you'll have to head on over to the Paper Trunk blog! :)

Have a fabulous weekend!!

Red Poppies

Today is Remembrance Day and I'm so thankful to all those men & women who have served in the wars of this world. I often think of my own grandparents who drove airplanes, fixed the engines, delivered mail and often had to hide in the ditches or under bridges from the bombs dropping down from up above. I can't even begin to imagine how terrifying that must have been.

We wear red poppies on this day to be reminded of those that fought and many who gave their lives. Fittingly enough, myStampBOX has a blog post today that has to do with the color red. When I was working on my card I found that the stamp reminded me of the red poppies.

I actually used Birthday Balloons to make the flowers - I just got off the little knob at the bottom of the balloon. After stamping my image with Versamark I used a red embossing powder. I love the effect. I used some ribbon for the flower stems and tied them together with a piece of jute.

Supplies used: Core'dinations Cardstock, myStampBOX (Birthday Balloons & Gush stamp set), Basic Grey ribbon, Fiskars border punch

For more great "red" inspiration check out myStampBOX blog today!

They've done it again!!!!

Imaginisce just introduced 2 new tools to the public and I KNOW that you will be excited about both of them!

Here's a look.

i-bond Cordless Glue Gun

The new i-bond is the perfect crafting tool for all sorts of projects. We especially like them with our new Roly Rosies and Pop-up Posies.

- Cordless- Uses 4 AA Batteries
- Lighted Nozzle for Easy Application
- Ergonomic Design
- Uses Standard Mini Glue Sticks
- Comes with 3 Glue Sticks

MSRP $15.99

Shipping December 2010

d-stress Creative Paper Edger

The new d-stress is a handheld sanding tool that is perfect for paper and wood projects alike. The tips are the right size for fitting in those small spaces on chipboard alphabets and so much more! You can also engrave with this new tool!

- Cordless

- Uses 2 AA Batteries

- Comes with 3 different crafting tips

- Portable

- Ergonomic Design

MSRP $15.99

Shipping January 2011

For more info check out the Imaginisce blog and website.

Have a great day!

Amigos

Today I've got a post up on myStampBOX blog. Check it out here.

I really had fun using Road Trip and Royal Flush stamp sets. They were just perfect for my projects.

Check the blog for more details on how I used the myStampBox stamp sets.

And here's a card I created for Imaginisce using one of my all time favorite collections.

Supplies used: Core'dinations cardstock, Imaginisce (Apple Cider collection: papers, ribbon, rub-ons)

I'm off to teach tomorrow at Harrison Hot Springs - Scrapping Away retreat. I love it there. It's so peaceful and calming. Only wish I could go for a few hours to the spa!!!

But, I'm looking forward to teaching these 2 classes there! See you soon ladies!! ;)

We'll be creating 7 darling cards using Imaginisce's "Cottage Christmas" collection.

In this class you will create 3 single paged layouts with lots of wonderful papers, chipboard embellishments & other goodies!

And I wanted to share this news with all of you who are Imaginisce fans! Their design team call is up. This has been such an amazing company to work for !!!! I still remember my shocked expression when I received the email from them!! I have had the best year with them and if want to try out for this I just want to tell you "GO FOR IT" !!! You will be absolutely thrilled with Imaginisce!

Here's a LINK to the DT call.

Have a great weekend!

Christmas cards

Yesterday I shared a few Christmas cards as inspiration for those who want to get working on them. I know many people who've finished theirs already!!! Wow! I'm impressed. Not sure I'll get mine done this year. I may end up doing the easy thing.

However, if you're wanting to make your own and need some inspiration then head on over to The Inspired Scrapper.

I also wanted to remind those of you who've been following along with Paper Trunk's quote game for the month of October. You have until tomorrow to put the words together & come up with the quote. The winner will be announced Nov.3rd. Check out the PT blog for more info.

Havea a wonderful day!

Supplies used: Core'dinations cardstock, October Afternoon paper, Jillibean Soup journal sprout & ribbon, Fiskars border punch, Queen & Co. felt flowers and rhinestone, Cuttlebug embossing folder, buttons

November sketch is up!!!!

Imaginisce has posted the November sketch and Melinda did an awesome job!! I just loved this sketch.

I used one of my favorite collections for my take on this sketch and I'm thrilled with how it turned out!

Supplies used: Imaginisce (Apple Cider- papers, rub-ons, ribbon), Core'dinations cardstock, Fiskars border punch

Now, if you've been following along with these sketches then you know the drill.

If this is your first time and you're not sure of all the details then head on over to the Imaginisce blog for more information on how to play along for your chance to win some amazing goodies from Imaginisce worth $75.00!! Trust me ... you won't be disappointed!!!

I hope that your week is starting off good. We have a VERY rainy day here today but I don't mind as I have a lot of catching up to do around here, cleaning and laundry to do as well. So it's nice to just be inside today.

Have a fabulous day!