12 Days of Christmas

I hope you all had a fab Christmas and enjoyed the festivities. I promised to post the pages of my 12 days of Christmas album, well I was lagging behind a bit and managed to finish it last night, its a good job I kept some notes. Don't forget to bring yours to the next crop so we can all admire them.

I didn't included the journaling pages as it would have been too much to scan.

Keep an eye on the web for details of the next crop....

Have a good new year... Jackie*

Next Crop - 14th December

Hi Girls

AGM - thanks everyone who attended the AGM and for all your comments, suggestions and volunteering to help with the Crop, your contributions are greatly appreciated.

Chris and I would also like to thank everyone for the lovely note asking the AGM to record your thanks to us for putting together the 12 hour crop, it means a lot to us, we loved putting it all together and when it ended in such a fantastic day with such fantastic girls well it was worth it and we are also looking forward to the next one.

Hope you are all ready for the next crop. We'll be doing our first journaling page in our 12 Days of Christmas Album, we'll take a group photo and then everyone can get starting writing their first journaling page. Help will always be on hand so don't forget to ask if you need help. Don't forget to bring along the journals you made.

Christmas Party - some of you kindly offered to bring some food (I'll send an e-mail with the list of who is bringing what just in case you've forgotten), don't forget your party hats, tinsel and some music.

Circle Journal - anyone who hasn't put their name on the list and would like to take part please let me know - we'll be starting in January which will give everyone plenty of time to get prepared - details will be circulated during December.

Finally, if you missed any of the above and would like to take part ie: help with the crop, create the 12 days of Christmas Journal or join in the Circle Journal please send us an e-mail.

Look forward to seeing you all on the 14th.

Merry Christmas... Jackie

Next Crop - Sunday 23rd November

Hi everyone, next crop Sunday 23rd November 10.00am-4.00pm looking forward to seeing you all again.

We will be holding our AGM at 12.00 on Sunday. The agenda will include an update on the Crop accounts, nominations for Committee Members, dates for next year's crops, 12 hour crop, projects and kits for next year etc. If you have anything to add or you think would be of interest to the Crop please let me know.

Project:

As we are nearing Christmas I thought I'd give you all a challenge to create an album and journal your 12 days leading up to Christmas. We will start on Sunday creating the album, decorating the covers and getting the pages prepared ready to start journaling at our next crop on the 14th December. I know some of you aren't keen on journaling but this album will be made by YOU for YOU so you can write as little or as much as you like, inlcude all sorts of pictures, magazine cuttings, tags, cards etc and you don't have to show it to anyone. So I hope you will all join in and have some fun.

Supplies required are:

2 - 6"x6" pieces of chipboard (we will be able to supply these)

Plain cardstock to create 13 - 6"x6" pages - any colour (there is plenty bazzill cardstock in the shop and we have some lovely red and green which will make great Christmas pages)

Patterned Papers to cover the album covers (inside and out) - Christmas papers would be great

Embellishments to decorate the cover

The album can be bound using the Bind-it-All, bookrings or ribbon

You can also make your album any size - choice is yours

I would be grateful if you could e-mail me at isabellacrop@hotmail.co.uk if you want to take part and require the covers so we can order the right amount of chipboard - thanks.

Any questions please give me a call or e-mail, looking forward to seeing you all on Sunday 23rd.

Jackie*

Fantastic Day

What a fantastic day we had yesterday and well done to everyone who managed to answer some of those tough questions in that quiz.

Don't forget next crop is next week (Sunday 26th), if you didn't get all your projects finished yesterday bring them along. For those of you who wern't able to make it yesterday, bring along some of your unfinished layouts and lets see if we can get them finished.

See you all on Sunday ... Jackie*

Last Sneaky Peak

This will probably be the last sneaky peak ... well we'll see .... I may post some more but you will have to wait and see.

This is an example from the Distressing Class, you won't be making this exact mini book but shown how to make and distress the cover and pages, you probably won't have time to create a whole album but you will be given enough materials to make the basic book below and an 8"x8" Album. All the paint, inks etc will be provided for you to use during the class. This class will be fun so be prepared for lots of messy work, you may wish to bring an apron and some baby wipes.

Peak a Boo

I hope you are getting excited, because we are, its going to be a great day.

Another look at what's in store this time the Calendar Kit, again if you want one don't forget to e-mail us and we'll see what we can do.

Sneaky Peak Time Again

This time its from the extra scrapbook kit that some of you have purchased, these papers are to die for, so if you haven't purchased one and find you cannot resist just e-mail us and we'll keep one for you, you wouldn't want to miss out now would you?

12 hour Crop Another Sneaky Peak

Time for another peak, this time its from the Interactive Class Kit and these papers are gorgeous. As a reminder you will need 2 - 5"x3.5" (landscape) photographs and 6 - 3"x3" photo's for this class. Keep an eye out for the next sneaky peak.

12 Hour Crop Sneaky Peaks

Right one or two of you asked at the Crop (yes I did remember even though I wasn't myself, but I'm much better now) what the colour schemes were for the kits, so you could choose some suitable photographs. So first colour sneaky peak is from the free or included kit. Some gorgeous red patterned paper with black and cream cardstock, the kit will go with any theme as you will see from our examples on the day. Watch out for the next sneaky peak in a couple of days.

Next Crop - 28th September

Its that time again.... next crop Sunday 28th September, usual time 10.00am until 4.00pm. Tea and coffee available but don't forget you lunch if you are going to stay all day.

The Crop Project is "Summer Fun" which is a Becky Fleck Page Maps layout that will be great for sunny summer photographs (if you have been lucky enough to take some). You will need the following supplies/photographs:

• 2 sheets 12x12 co-ordinating cardstock (plain/patterned)
• 2-3 pieces of patterned paper/cardstock
• 2 phohos - 1 landscape 6x4 and 1 portrait 4x6
• lettering for your title
• and some embellishments

12 Hour Crop

We will be answering any questions and queries you may have about the 12 hour crop on Sunday so don't forget to ask as we want to ensure that everyone has a fantastic day. So jot them down on a piece of paper just in case you forget.

It would also be appreciated if all outstanding money could be paid on Sunday... Thanks.

See you all on Sunday .. Jackie*

Sneeky Peak No 2

Another peak at what's in store for you on the 18th October.....

If you have any questions about the 12 hour crop we will be able to answer them all (hopefully) at the next crop.

Sneaky Peak No. 1

I thought you'd all be quickly clicking on our web to see what we've got in store for you for the 12 hour crop. Well here's sneaky peak number 1 ... more to come so watch this space.

Next Crop - 31st August

Here's the post you've all been waiting for, next crop Sunday 31st August 10.00am - 4.00pm.



Crop project will be a fun Word Album similar idea to the one below except you will be able to create any word and decorate it however you want. There will be available alphabet templates (to share) and chipboard to create the bare album all you need is patterned papers, embellishments and any photographs you want to include.

Here's a picture of the Word Album by Chris, you will be able to create a great album similar to this one.

12 Hour Crop - Update

I do hope you are all looking forward to the 12 hour crop on Saturday 18th October which promises to be a fantastic day, with great classes, kits to die for, a quiz designed around scrapbooking and lots and lots of prizes.

Details of what you will need to bring with you, including photographs etc for each project will be e-mailed to you in the next few weeks.


There are a limited number of places, additional kits and classes still available so if you know of anyone who would like to join us or if you would like to register for more classes or kits please contact us via e-mail: isabellacrop@hotmail.co.uk.


Please don't forget all outstanding money must be paid before the 18th October, ideally by the 28th September crop, so don't forget to bring your savings card and payment to the crop.

8th August Crop

Hi all, I must apologies because I didn't take any pictures at the July crop for the blog. I know you all like to see what was created especially if you missed it, so here are some pics of the round layouts created by the girls on the day.

Next Crop - 3rd August

I hope this hot weather isn't getting you down, but just in case, there's always a great day at the crop to look forward to, so dont' forget next Crop Sunday 3rd August 10.00am-4.00pm.

Crop Project

Chris and I have been busy sorting out the 12 Hour Crop, so we have cheated (just a little) for this months project and taken two maps from the Becky Fleck “Page Maps” website, there are lots of great page examples so pop along and have a look her site @ http://www.pagemaps.com./

We will be creating something a bit different, two round scrapbook pages, they are really easy to do, that’s why there are two, I’m sure they will make an interesting addition to your scrapbook and will easily fit into 12”x12” page protectors.

ROUND PAGE #1
6”x5” photo
1 sheet 12x12 cardstock
2 sheets coordinating cardstock/papers
Die-cut flowers or suitable other embellishments
Journaling tag
Ribbon
Brads
Lettering for title

ROUND PAGE #2
5”x7.5” photo
1 sheet 12x12 cardstock
1 sheet patterned cardstock
Ribbon
Large flower or other embellishment
Diamantes, brads or doodling (for the circles)
Lettering for titles/journaling

Here are a couple of examples.

Next Crop - 6 July

Time to get prepared for the next Crop on Sunday 6th July 10.00am – 4.00pm. A nice easy layout this time using tags – in all sorts of shapes, sizes, colour and even tags from clothing – be adventurous see what you can find and bring some along.

You will need the following supplies to complete the project:

*3 – 12”x12” sheets coordinating coloured cardstock (or introduce some patterns if you fancy)
*Pieces of card to make tags
*1 piece of white card or a coordinating colour, the choice is yours to make the tag envelope
*Photo corners or scrap of dark card to make your own
*Brads, buttons, eyelets, ribbon
*Journaling stamps (if you have any)
*Decorative stamps for the outside of the tag envelope
*1 - 6”x4” landscape photo

(Apologies for not having a layout to show you, but I hope you get the idea from the sketch).

Don’t forget we’ll be introducing the savings scheme and taking deposits for those of you who want to attend the 12 hour crop, hopefully we will have more information for you.

Refreshments as always are included but don’t forget lunch if you are staying all day.

Hope to see you all on the 6th July … Jackie*

Stitching Layouts

Sorry for the delay in posting pics of your layouts, too much to do and not enought time. Here are some of the fantastic layouts you did at the last crop, the stitching was great at keeping everyone quiet, some even went outside and sitched in the sunshine. Unfortunately the pictures don't show the stitching very well.

Isabella Crop 8 June 2008

How time flies … its that time again, next Crop Sunday 8th June 10.00am – 4.00pm.

The project/technique for the next crop will be stitching, “yippee” I hear some of you cry and “oh dear I cannot sew” cry the rest of you. Well it’s going to be nice and simple (as always), and just to be different there will be two different techniques, one using a sewing machine and the other hand stitching, so you have a choice or if your are really keen you can try both.

Supplies required for Hand Stitching
1 – sheet 12”x12” plain cardstock
1 - sheet 12”x12” co-ordinating patterned cardstock or paper
Cardstock pieces to mount photos
Chalk ink
Photographs (no specific size or number)
Pokey tool & soft mat
Embroidery silk (eg: Anchor or DMC) – choose a colour to match your layout

Suitable sewing needle
Flowers for embellishments
Lettering for title

Swirl template if you have one

Supplies required for Machine Stitching
2 – sheet 12”x12” co-ordinating plain cardstock
1 – sheet 12”x12” patterned cardstock/paper
1 – 6”x6” (approx) photograph
Flowers cut from co-ordinating cardstock or other embellishments to suit your layout
Selection of brads
Sewing machine thread to match layout
Chalk inks

Lettering for title

Don’t worry if you don’t have all the supplies, as usually there is plenty of cardstock, papers, sticky stuff etc in our shop and lots equipment available to borrow.

Refreshments included but don’t forget lunch if you are staying all day.

See you all on the 8th June … Jackie*

Page Layouts

Its nice to post pictures of the layouts made by the girls at the crops, so here are some from this months crop.

Another Great Crop

Girls, hope you all enjoyed the crop and those who weren't able to make it, we missed you all hope you can make it next time. As promised here are some pictures of the gorgeous clear albums made at the last crop.

Next Crop - 11th May

Its that time again next crop on Sunday 11th May, 10.00 - 4.00 as usual with lots of tea, coffee, biscuits, chatting and fun. Don't forget if you are staying all day bring some lunch.

I hope you all enjoyed making and have finished your clear album, please bring them along to the crop I'd love to see the finished product. We could also do with getting some photos to put onto the blog.

At the crop we are going to make a lovely layout with ribbons, eyelets, flowers and some printed journaling using the PC. We thought some of you might like to learn how to use your PC to print directly onto cardstock, so we'll show you how. So search out a lovely poem or some journaling to go with your photo.

To make the layout you will need the following:
3 pieces of 12x12 plain or patterned co-ordinating cardstock
Eyelets
Brads - various colours/sizes
Photo 6"X4" approx
Small piece of cardstock to mount photo
Small pieces of co-ordinating ribbons
Flowers (various colours and sizes) or other embellishments to decorate (don't forget we have a few flower dies at the crop that you could use)
Suitable poem or journaling

We have just received a new supply of Bazzill cardstock so there will be lots of new colours and replacements for the ones that everyone seems to use, just in case you havn't got anything suitable in your stash.

Also don't forget its National Scrapbooking Day next Saturday 3rd May, so put down the duster and leave the washing for another day and get together with your friends and spend the day scrapping.

Look forward to seeing you all again on the 11th May. Have fun .. Jackie***

Next Crop - 13th April

Next crop will be on Sunday 13th April 10.00am - 4.00pm, with free refreshments but don't forget to bring your lunch.

The Crop Project will be a cute six page 6"x6" Clear Album made from laminating pouches, patterned papers, stamps and Stazon Inks.

Supplies required to create the album:

• Plain or patterned papers - double sided is best but not essential (you will just need small pieces as these will be cut to 4"x4")


• Embellishments to decorate your album


• Ribbons to decorate and to bind your pages together


• 3.5"x3.5" (approx) photos
• Rubber/clear stamps (if you don't have any suitable stamps there are plenty available at the crop for this type of project)


• Stazon Ink to be used to stamp onto your laminated sheets (this is the only type of ink that will adhere/dry on laminate, again these are available at the crop if you don’t have any)


• Laminating Pouches (we will be supplying these)

Hope you all can make it - see you on the 13th .... Jackie

What a Great Crop Today

Hope you all had a good time at the crop today, below are a few pictures of some of your great layouts.

Chris Ferry and I gave ourselves a little challenge to use up some of our scrapbooking papers we seem to have had for ages, we chose the same page sketch from Page Maps and below are the finished layouts.

Look forward to seeing you all at the next crop on the 13th April where we will be using laminated sheets to create a small album. Details will be posted later once I have got something sorted.

Jackie**

Next Crop - 16th March

You know how I like to try and give you lots of notice about the project for the next crop, so you can rummage through your stash to see what you can bring along.

Well for the next crop we are doing a layout with hidden jounaling and scrolls, and these are the supplies you will need:

1 - 12x12 sheet of plain cardstock

1 - 12x12 sheet of co-ordinating cardstock for scroll shape and hidden journaling

2 pieces of co-ordinating patterned cardstock or papers

12" piece of ribbon
Embellishments to decorate
Lettering for title and journaling card (stickers/stamps/rub-ons etc)
Large photo

Hope to see you all on the 16th, please e-mail or post a reply below to let us know if you are able or not able to attend, so we have an idea of how many will be coming, it was so cold last time if there isn't enough to fill the hall we will be able to use one of the classrooms.

Thanks... Jackie