Saturday, December 19, 2015

FUN CHRISTMAS GIFT HANDBAG TO MAKE Step by Step Tutorial





Cutting Guide
Use one FULL SHEET of 12” x 12” pattern paper

·          Score at 12,5cm horizontally from top and bottom edge.
·          Then Score at 6cm vertically from left and right edge.




·          NOW, as per sketch 2, measure 6cm from your two inner lines and score upwards. These are now your inner flaps. 
·          Fold inwards and adhere these to the inner body of your bag.  Your bag will now have its outer FORM.

DECOR
·     CUT TWO 18,5cm x 6cm CONTRAST pattern (my BLACK), score at 3cm along length and adhere to top of bag.  Outlined mine in white pen.
·          Punch holes and put ribbon through for handles.
·          Cut a slit along top edge of one side about 3,5cm wide.

·          Cut a CONTRAST pattern to 22cm x 2,5cm (my STRIPE)  Thread through the slit and adhere together to make a Strap.  Thread through your buckle and adhere with Velcro / pop dot to front of card.

Wednesday, December 9, 2015

VOUCHER SPECIAL

Get 10% off all GIFT VOUCHERS from 19 to 23 December ONLY !!! 

Buy one for your friend or get your loved ones to buy one for you ! Valid for 6 months and can be used for classes or stock !!


Contact MICHELLE asap to secure yours !!  

Sunday, December 6, 2015

KIDS CLASS: 4 December

I hosted a KIDS CLASS on 4 December for 8 lovely young ladies who wanted to learn how to make an EXPLODING BOX.  They all had so much fun and really got super creative with their boxes.










The calm before the storm..


LITTLE BIRDIE FLOWERS

Remember to pop in and see the amazing new flowers just launched by LITTLE BIRDIE..

They are stunning..

From R20 upwards..


NEW KITS: Scrap Collections: Beachcomber Collection

I had so much fun playing with the new BEACHCOMBER collection by Scrap Collections.  It was perfect for Beach Holiday and Christmas .. so I created a single and two doubles.

Single :  R 150 each  (SOLD OUT)
Xmas Double:  R 180 each
Summer Double:  R 210 each

Orders directly to Mich at nevillevanwyk@afrihost.co.za  or phone me.




SINGLE:





CHRISTMAS DOUBLE:






Saturday, November 28, 2015

DECEMBER SHOP TIMES

Always remember that if you need me for anything,, you are welcome to phone, email or visit.   If you have not joined the WHATSUP group, please remember to do so, I post new items weekly that are for sale.  I only buy on  order, so if you want, remember to message me privately on Whastup and I can get for you.

NOTE: 
SHOP HOLIDAY TIMES
Closed: 11 – 18 December 2015
Closed:  24 -28 December 2015
Closed:  1 – 4 January 2016


SHOP OPEN from 4 January 2016 as per normal.

You are welcome to come and crop from Tue-Sat mornings also.  It is always nice to have the extra company.

UPCOMING CLASS SCHEDULE:
(bookings essential:  081 383 7944)

Tue:     24 Nov
18h00 – 21h00
Open Class
Wed:   25 Nov
09h00 – 12h00
Open Class
Wed:  25 Nov
18h00 – 21h00
Open Class
Thur:   26Nov
09h00 – 12h00
Open Class
Sat:  28 Nov
09h00 – 12h00 
ZOO pendous Layout !
Inspired by a TRIP to the ZOO.. Kit format.  R 210.  Including Kit and Class.
/ Or you can come for OPEN class and just scrap whatever you want.
BOOKING ESSENTIAL
Tue:     1 Dec
18h00 – 21h00
Open Class
Wed:   2 Dec
09h00 – 12h00
Open Class
Wed:  2 Dec
18h00 – 21h00
NO CLASS
Thur:  3 Dec
09h00 – 12h00
Open Class
Friday: 4 Dec
10h00 – 12h00
KIDS CLASS.  If your kids are finished school, send them to me to keep them busy for 2 hours. 
Make a mini album!  R 150 all inclusive.
Sat: 5 Dec
09h00 – 12h00
XMAS CLASS:
Come and make 3 cute Christmas Cards and a gift bag / tag
R 160 all inclusive  (WATCH facebook for sneeks to follow ASAP)
BOOKING ESSENTIAL
Tue:    8 Dec
18h00 – 21h00
Open Class
Wed:  9 Dec
09h00 – 12h00
Open Class
Wed:  9 Dec
18h00 – 21h00
Open Class
Thur:  10 Dec
09h00 – 12h00
Open Class
11-18 Dec
SHOP CLOSED
19-23 Dec
Shop Open as normal
Classes on request
24-28 Dec
SHOP CLOSED
29-31 Dec
Shop Open as normal
Classes on request

OCT / NOV classes:

Wow, we have had a very busy two months with classes.  THANK You to all the ladies for your amazing support.   

Along with the classes, we had the Scissor Sisters Retreats as well.  All in all, very creative months.   Here are some snaps of the ladies in class.

(click on image to enlarge)






NEW STOCK:

We have seen the arrival of the new Celebr8 ranges and these are almost all sold out.  A few sheets of their COFFEE and SEA ranges still available.  

 Scrap Collections launches their new BEACHCOMBER range next week.  Find this in stock soon at I-Scrap Joburg.

NEW KIT launching next week :  I love that summer feeling !


ZOO LAYOUT SOLD OUT

Notes available at R 60 / set.  works really well across any theme, just change papers.

Have a super craft weekend !

Hugs, Michelle 


Thursday, October 8, 2015

NEW STOCK arriving soon !

Chiswick have launched their new range of SEAFOAM, ORANGE and GREY mats.. WOW !!! These are stunning!  
I am placing my order on Friday.  Please let me know ASAP if you want !!  Email me at nevillevanwyk@afrihost.co.za


Also, new ALBUMS have arrived in South Africa.. range of prices.  From D ring to Postbound Linen albums. 













Monday, October 5, 2015

I-SCRAP JOBURG: Whats happening this week:

REMEMBER.. Classes are held every Tuesday evening, Wednesday morning and evening and Thursday mornings.  Also on Saturdays !  You are welcome to come and crop from Tue-Sat mornings also.  It is always nice to have the extra company.

UPCOMING CLASS SCHEDULE:
(bookings essential:  081 383 7944)

Tue: 4 Oct
18h00 – 21h00
Open Class
Wed:   5 Oct
09h00 – 12h00
Open Class
Wed:  5 Oct
18h00 – 21h00
Open Class
Thur:   6 Oct
09h00 – 12h00
Open Class
Sat:  10 Oct
09h00 – 12h00
FAMILY layout (R80 class fee)

NEW STOCK arriving weekly.  Come and have a look.

SPECIALS THIS WEEK:
Hand painted Hessian Bags:  Were R 170, now only R 150 – Stock moving fast, so come in and see what we have left!
  
Mixed Media Stencils: 
Were R 80, now only R 70


CLASS  10 October 2015
THE LOVE OF A FAMILY IS LIFE’S GREATEST BLESSING



Come and join us Saturday for a fun Double Layout called THE LOVE OF A FAMILY.
You can change title if you like.   Papers can be changed to suit your photos.
R 80 class fee (no kits) – requirements will be emailed on booking.
09h00 – 12h00
BOOK with Michelle

KITS FOR SALE:


I have a handful of LITTLE DREAMER kits left.
Please let me know ASAP if you would like. 
R 220 each.   (includes everything needed to complete above layout)
R 50 postage extra if needed.

NEW STOCK:
Scrap Collections JUST BE collection of papers (IN STOCK)
Celebr8 Cafe Friendship Paper (ARRIVING THIS WEEK)



*****  WIN !!!   ********
Like my new FACEBOOK page and be the FIRST to see the new stock as it is unpacked !
I will draw a lucky winner at end of October  - Win a Graphic 45 Altered Art Box and Matchbook Box !
                                                         



Big hugs,

Mich 

Wednesday, September 30, 2015

CLASS Feedback: 30 Sept

Our first Wednesday morning class went off very well this morning.  

Amazing how us scrapping ladies need as much space as possible to scrap.. !  LOL... Thank you ladies for a great morning.

Remember:  Morning classes held every Wednesday and Thursday!   
Evening classes on Tuesday and Wednesdays