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Store Closed

June 9th, 2009 Posted in General | No Comments »

Scrapbooking Swede will be closed Wednesday June 10 and Thursday June 11 due to a death in the family. We will be open as usual on Friday June 12. There will still be a crop Friday night 5- midnight, call to register, but the Crazy Cropper crop will only run from 10 am - 5pm, not until 10 pm as posted. Thi

June Newsletter

June 3rd, 2009 Posted in General | No Comments »

WOW, summer has finally arrived in the Okanagan and how wonderful it is! I am not sure about all of you but I certainly had a bout of Spring Fever, the feel of new beginnings is so refreshing and it leaves the spirit with a new vitallity! With that in mind we have decided to postpone any classes for June, we know how much you enjoy our fabulous classes, but we also understand how busy the beginning of summer is and how no one wants to waste this beautiful weather by being inside, so we are not going to make you choose…..enjoy the sun and beautiful place that we live and we will get back to classes next month!

We still encourage you to be creative and continue to scrapbook so as usual we are holding are very popular Friday night crops from 5pm to midnight, still only $5 and that includes drinks and snacks. We request that you do call ahead to reserve your spot as these crops can fill very quickly…we look forward to seeing you.

Scrapbooking Swede also has some very exciting news, we are working with the “Crazy Croppers” (an organization that promotes getting together and scrapbooking) in holding a crop one Saturday a month to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to get out and do what they love with people who have the same interests! Our first “Crazy Cropper Crop” will be Saturday June 13th from 10am to 10 pm, we will be supplying snacks and refreshments along with some yummy homemade soup and french bread for lunch, cost for all of this is only $10. This is one crop that you will want to attend it is going to be FUN!!!

Our crop room is available for private groups to use for a crop party or if you just want to come in and do some creating on your own, call the store for pricing and details.

We are pleased to offer you the newest and best in scrapbooking and card making supplies, come in and check out all of the latest product.

Scrapbooking Swede will be closed on Wednesday July 1 for Canada, have a great holiday!

See you soon at the store………Happy Scrapping!!

National Scrapbook Day

April 15th, 2009 Posted in General | No Comments »

Scrapbooking Swede is excited to announce that they will be holding a FREE crop on Saturday May 2nd for National Scrapbook Day. The crop will run from 10am - 10pm, space is limited so reserve your spot quickly. Make it a 2 day crop and join us on Friday night from 5pm - midnight for only $5. it is going to be a great way to celebrate with friends and fellow scrapbookers!!

Easter Hours

April 2nd, 2009 Posted in General | No Comments »

Scrapbooking Swede will be closed Friday April 10th and Saturday April 11th for Easter.

Have a great Easter!!

March Newsletter

February 26th, 2009 Posted in General | No Comments »

Can you believe how fast the days and months go by, it seems one newsletter just gets sent out and  it is time for a new one already! Each month I sit at this computer and I think, write something witty, I tell myself, make the newsletter exciting! Each month I draw a blank, I could create a page to express my excitement, I could include all of the elements needed to give you the information that you require, and at the same time leave you thinking what a great piece of art it is. I have just described most of us, we are artists in our own way, capable of expression through different mediums but in the end all wanting to tell a story. That is why we are so passionate, we are empowered by what we do, it is a means of self expression that leaves behind the most invaluable legacy to those we love.
“In creating, the only hard thing is to begin: a grass blade’s no easier to make than an oak.” James Russell Lowell

  Scrapbooking Swede is just the place to help you spread your creative wings! There is never a shortage of great ideas and fresh new product to help you jump start your creative juices, this is especially true right now as new product is arriving daily, and be assured that it is very cool! Come and check it out to and get the best selection in all of the new CHA Show releases.

  Need a little help with the fundamentals, or want to learn some great new techniques, then our classes are sure to be the answer.

       White Glove Card Class - Tuesday March 3 @ 6pm or
                                             Saturday March 21 @ 10am -  5 Cards $19.99, This class is one for those who want to learn some very cool stamping techniques. It is also a great refresher class for those who have dabbled a bit in stamping but need further instruction.

       Unforgettable - Thursday March 5 @ 6:30pm - $18.99 This class is returning for the fourth time! It is an elegant black and white double page layout that encorporates design, the use of techniques such as sanding, inking, and the use of great new products that you won’t be able to live without.

     You Are A Star - Saturday March 7 @ 10:30am - $16.99 - A fun and lively double page layout suitable for all of the stars in your life. Come out and learn different ways to use chipboard, how to turn a plain stamp into something of visual interest, experience crackle paint the easy way, and so much more make this class packed with techniques, tips and tricks.

      Remember - Saturday March 7 @ 1:00pm - $17.99 - A classy country heritage feel is expressed by this double page layout, the softness of lace but the country look of jute all lend to the theme and design. Ever wish you had just the right tag for your page, come to this class and find out how that is always a possibility. Try your hand at ripping, stamping, UTEE and so much more.

      Cuttle Me Cards - Monday March 9 @10am - $19.99 5 cards. Do you have a cuttlebug but want to learn about more of what it can do then this is the class for you. Fabulous cards are made using the ever popular embossing folders, a great class to get ahead on your card making.

      Treasure Laughter - Wednesday March 11 @ 6:30pm or
                                     Saturday March 21 @ 10:30- $19.99  A Double page layout that encorporates ribbon, decorative edge, stamping and embelishments that you will learn to make. This class will leave you with lots of design and creative ideas that you will be able to apply to lots of your other projects.

      Alcohol Ink Card Class - Saturday March 21 @ 1:00pm -  $17.99 A spectacular class that uses alcohol ink, it is an amazing technique that will leave you wanting to use it all of the time. Angelique is a master at this technique and her expertise will astound you, you will not want to miss this class.

Can’t attend a class, then why not buy the kit!

We are often asked what people need to bring to class for supplies, we suggest that you have a class supply kit that would include, a cutter, adhesives, including; double sided tape, glue dots, glue pen and pop dots, scissors, pencil, brown ink, black ink. You will receive a list of any other supplies that you might need that are not in your basic class kit. If you do not have some of the required supplies you are always welcome to purchase them at the time of the class.

Monday Madness is continuing in March!!
March 9 - All albums & refills 10% off
March 16 - Crackle Paint & paint dabbers 20% off, distress ink 10% off
March 23 - All stickers 10% off
March 30 - Wood stamps 15% off, select ribbon rolls 25% off

Crop room is free!! That is right, Monday - Friday for the month of March you can come in and use the crop room for free. Grab a couple of friends and enjoy an economical afternoon of FUN FUN FUN!

Crop Nights in March
Friday March 6 5pm- midnight
Saturday March 14 9am-6pm
Friday March 20 5pm - midnight
Saturday March 28 9am - 6pm
All Friday crops are $5 and Saturday crops are $10.00, Sign up to reserve your spot, spaces fill quickly.

Spring Fever has hit at Scrapbooking Swede, it is time to do some spring cleaning, join us Wednesday March 25 - Saturday March 28 for our Spring Cleaning Sale. Items will be marked down up to 50% off, what a great time to stock up and save$$$.

Spring is nature’s way of saying “Let’s party” Robin Williams
We couldn’t agree more so we are hosting a 3 day spring retreat here at Scrapbooking Swede, it is going to be one very Swede event, 3 days of nothing but “me” time doing what you love, included is meals and snacks, all for a swede price of $60 for the 3 days or $25. per day. Spaces are filling fast so hurry, let’s party!
Registration Fees must be received by March 17, no refunds will be issued after this date.
Page kits that will be available to be preordered for the retreat will be on the website to view after March 9th. These kits must be preordered by March 17th. They may also be seen in the store. What a great way to have a stress free weekend and get lots accomplished.
“I love my life, that’s why I decorate it!” Author Unknown
Happy Scrapbooking
Saylor & Staff

January Newsletter

January 8th, 2009 Posted in General | No Comments »

Happy New Year everyone, we hope that you had a great holiday!

We at Scrapbooking Swede are so excited for a new year, our last year was wonderful as we had the opportunity to meet so many great people and this year we look forward to offering you the best product and services possible.

At that note we would like to let you know what is happening for the month of January at Scrapbooking Swede…..

Classes-

Jan 10(Saturday)9:30am-11:30 am &Jan 21 (Tuesday)6:30pm-8:30pm

- Unforgettable Class, this is a 2 page layout class that focuses on elegance and traditional cream & white colors, spellbinders, coredination paper, the cricut, glossy accents and acrylic paint are a few of the products that will be used to create this lovely layout. Cost is $18.99

Jan 24 (Saturday)

2 Classes are to be held on this day, am & pm, with one of our most talented instructors, Angelique, you will want to sign up early to ensure a spot, make a day of it and take both classes and receive a 5% discount!-Tag Book - Mini album

Did you take some memorable photos this holiday? Then this class is

definitely for you. We will be going to the office for this mini

album and create a great album that you can use as a gift, for

yourself or a brag-book

for the grandparents. Cost $ 19.95

-Distress Card Class -

Ever look at magazines and wonder how do they do that…..ever wish that

you could create works of art with very little effort………you can…………

your layouts and cards will be a hit and talked about everywhere!!!!

Come out and learn how to use the amazing distress inks and bring your

cards to live. This technique can easily be used on both your cards

and layouts for any season. It is all about play and color! Cost $ TBA

Jan 27 (Tuesday) 6:30pm-8:30pmDimensional Card Class

Our Crop schedule is as follows-

Friday Jan 09 - 5pm-midnight $5.00

Saturday Jan 17 - 9am-6pm $10.00

Friday Jan 23 - 5pm - midnight $5.00

Saturday Jan 31 - 9am - 6pm $10.00

For all of the month of January Mondays are free crop days, come in and use the crop room and tools for free, (mats must be purchased to use the cricut.)

Have you heard about our memberships…For $35.00 a year you can enjoy some `swede`’ benefits! Free crop room use anytime that there is not a class, a 5% discount on product, crops and classes. 4 FREE Friday crops and members only discounts!

Get yours today.

January Membership only sale - Thursday January 29

- Enjoy an additional 10% off your purchases. (some exceptions do apply)We love our customers and want to reward you for shopping with us so we offer a stamp card that applies to all regular priced product. Make sure you have yours stamped when you shop here at Scrapbooking Swede

Happy scrapbooking, see you soon

Saylor and Staff

Week Before Christmas Sale

December 8th, 2008 Posted in General | No Comments »

Our week Before Christmas Sale is an event that you will not want to miss. It starts on Monday December 15th and goes until Saturday December 20th.

Monday- All American Craft 20% off, All Coluzzle items 30% off

Tuesday - Sticker & Rub Ons 10% off, Punches 15% off

Wednesday - All Albums 15% off, Spellbinders dies 10% off

Thursday - All pattern paper 10% off, All cuttlebug dies 10% off

Friday - All Christmas Stamps 15% off, All Christmas stock 10% off

Saturday - Calendars 10% off, all page kits and project items 10% off

All Week Long Specials - Making Memories Slice machine $189.99

                                        Bind It All machine $69.99

                                        Crop O Dile $44.99

Limited quantities do apply and membership discounts do not apply to this sale.

there will also be many in store specials all week long. Coffee and treats will be served, so come in and check it out, enjoy a treat with us and celebrate this festive season.

Happy Holidays from Scrapbooking Swede

Free Crop - Saturday Dec 6

December 5th, 2008 Posted in Calendar Entries, Events | No Comments »
December 6, 2008
9:00 amto9:00 pm

Scrapbooking Swede is offering a FREE crop on Saturday Dec 6th, we just ask that you bring a donation for the food bank. The fun starts at 9am and goes a full 12 hours, ending at 9pm. This crop is almost full so call soon to make sure you are able to attend this awesome event.

Great News

November 24th, 2008 Posted in General | 2 Comments »

Scrapbooking Swede is all moved into their new location and excited about all of the space. If you have not been into the new store yet you really need to come in and check it out, you will not be dissapointed.

Scrapbooking Swede is excited to offer Friday night crops again, these crops run from 6pm-midnight and cost only $5. Our first one will be this Friday, November 28th, call to reserve your spot as space is limited and we are sure that this will become a very popular event.

Scrapbooking Swede is also offering a FREE crop on Saturday Dec 6th, we just ask that you bring a donation for the food bank. The fun starts at 9am and goes a full 12 hours, ending at 9pm. This crop is almost full so call soon to make sure you are able to attend this awesome event.

On Saturday December 29th there are still spots available for the Christmas Layout class. This is a two page layout that will involve foiling, design elements, stamping, ribbon, and more. It is a great way to get a head start on your Christmas memories! The class starts at 10am

Watch for a newsletter this weekend with all of the details for the upcoming events and classes for the month of December. If there is a class that you are wanting give us a call and we will see what we can do, Scrapbooking Swede is your scrapbook store and is dedicated to offerring you what you need to make all of your scrapbook projects and cards the masterpieces that you want them to be.

See you soon at Scrapbooking Swede!

New Store Opening

November 17th, 2008 Posted in General | No Comments »

What an exciting time, the new store is really starting to take shape after many long hours of work. We had really hoped to be open Tuesday, but due to typical delays we are sad to say that you will have to wait one more day.

Scrapbooking Swede will be open on Wednesday, we look forward to seeing you.