Chasing Rainbows

May Sketch Contest

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We had so much fun at National Scrapbook Weekend with our Sketch Contest,
we've decided to do it again!

Create a layout using the following sketch and at least one product from Chasing Rainbows.

Winner will receive a special gift!

Please turn your layout in by May 28. Shoppers will vote on their favorite layout June 1-5. Winner will be announced June 8!
Happy Creating!!!

Summer CROP's

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Summer CROP's have been scheduled!!

Friday, May 21 - 10am to 12am
Saturday, May 22 - 10am to 3pm

Friday, June 11 - 10am to 12am
Saturday, June 12 - 10am to 3pm

Friday, June 25 - 10am to 12am

Friday, July 9 - 10am to 12am
Saturday, July 10 - 10am to 3pm

Friday, July 23 - 10am to 12am

All Summer Time Fun
Friday Day & Late Night CROP's
$5
All Summer Time Fun
Saturday Day CROP's
$FREE

We want to provide you with a nice relaxing time to work on your scrapbooking projects this summer.
Please sign up in advance to help us better serve you.

Rena's and Mona's Card Class

2009-04-17T09:29:00.001-07:00

Saturday, April 25
10:30am-1pm

Mona & Rena have been at it again! Join them and create 5 wonderful cards for Mother's Day, Father's Day, Graduation, & more!You will use various tools & techniques to create these great cards.

Cost: $20

National Scrapbook Weekend 2009

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When:
Friday, May 1: 4pm - 12am
Saturday, May 2: 9am - 8pm

Prizes
Friday: Hourly prize giveaways
Saturday: Grand Prize drawings at 6pm

Classes
Charmed & Delighted: 10 Layouts Saturday, 10 am-12:30pm

How about creating TEN layouts, showing off nearly 40 photos, and learning some awesome techniques to add quick pizazz to those pages? Sarah has designed simple and elegant layouts with watercolor-inspired hues of spring with Basic Grey's new Porcelain collection. Included in the kit are a set of clear stamps, coordinating stickers, matching alphabet stickers, and a set of American Crafts Thickers. Please bring your basic kit, corner rounders, inks, paper piercer, border punches, and acrylic stamp block.
Cost $35 (If you are attending the NSD Crop, cost is $30)

Marrakech: A Mini-Album
Saturday, 2pm-4:30pm

Sarah is teaching another exciting mini-album class! Create pockets and flip-out pages, decorate dividers and envelopes, and embellish a 4"x8" album full of more than a dozen interactive pages with the warm, spicy aquas and corals of the Moroccan-inspired Marrakech line from Basic Grey. Please bring you basic kit, small corner rounder, 1/16" and 1/4" round punches, scoring blade, ruler, and craft knife.
Cost $30 (If attending NSD crop, cost $25

Spring Updates

2009-03-26T13:27:00.000-07:00

Spring Classes

Special Occasions:Hello Spring Layouts

Thursday, April 26pm-8pm
Join Amy for this special occasions “Hello Spring” layout class filled with cute layouts to capture those Spring & Easter memories. Cost $25.

"Egg"cellently EmbossedSpring Cards

Saturday, April 410:30am-12:30pm
Join Mona for this fun little card class using the Revolution goosebump dies. They are cute & simple. You will make 5 different cards for various occassions. (Please bring your Revolution if you have one.) Cost $15.

Recession Priced Late Night CROP: ONLY $5

Friday, March 27 6pm-12am

You won’t want to miss this Chasing Rainbows Outstanding Party (CROP). Bring your projects & supplies, and join us for 6 hours of scrapbooking FUN! (We would love for you to bring a dish, salad, or dessert to share if you want.)

All-Day CROP: FREE

Saturday, March 2810am-4pmWe would love for you to bring a yummy snack or dessert to share if you want.

National Scrapbook Day Coming in May!

Mark your calendar for our Mega CROP planned for Friday, May 1 and Saturday, May 2. It’s going to be the best ever weekend of fun, prizes, classes, & goodies, you won’t want to miss!!! Sarah might even be teaching some classes! I want you ALL to come! So we are making some "recession" decisons!More Details Coming Soon!

Upcoming Class!

2009-01-20T12:50:00.000-08:00

Hey everyone! I just wanted to let you know about the awesome class I get to teach this Saturday, January 24th! It's an album kit designed by Kelly Goree for Basic Grey and it's so super cute! This album would be a perfect gift for your loved ones for Valentine's Day, so don't miss out!

See the entire book at the store!

Lotsa Lovely Layouts!

2008-11-12T07:13:00.001-08:00

Hi everyone! Here is a sneak peek at 3 of the layouts for this Saturdays session of Lotsa Lovely Layouts. There are still a few spots left, so call the store to reserve your spot today!

Also, here's a sneak peek of the Lotsa Lovely Layouts: Christmas Edition. You don't want to miss this one! There will be a total of six layouts created by several different talented ladies! Space is VERY limited!

Have a great week!!

Fun Stuff Coming Up!

2008-10-03T12:45:00.000-07:00

Class: Haunted Mini Album

Saturday, October 4, 10:30-12:30

This little book is so cute it's "spooky"! Call the store to sign up!

Cost: $18

Customer Appreciation
Thursday, October 9 6pm-8pm
Let us say “thank you” for all you do to make scrapbooking wonderful! Join us for a fun evening filled with special prizes, great new products, and a BIG Thank You.
Stop by and let us know you’ll be there & get an extra chance to win some fun prizes!
Jayci is busy helping get all the new stuff tagged & ready to put out! Here are a few peeks!

(new Scenic Route, American Crafts, Maya Road, Cosmo Cricket and other great goodies!!)

National Card Day of Fun
Saturday, October 11 10am-4pm
Join Rena & Mona for a day filled with FUN and cardmaking. Make 8 different cards for various occasions using several different techniques. This will be a day loaded with fun - Dutch treat pizza lunch, yummy snacks, and other surprises you won't want to miss. There are only a couple spots left, so call today! Cost $25

Here are just a few of the cards they will be making...stop by the store to see the rest!

Also, just a little reminder of our Neewollah Hours!

DooDah Parade Thursday, October 23 10am-4pm
Kiddie Parade Friday, October 24 10am-2pm
Grand Parade Friday, October 25 1pm-4pm

Scrap Pink

2008-10-02T12:50:00.001-07:00

Hi, everyone! I added some of the pictures from ScrapPink to the bar on the right. If you took pictures, we'd love to see them uploaded, too -- just click into the slide show and follow the directions to upload the photos. Thanks to everyone for a fabulous time! I enjoyed getting to visit with everyone, and I especially appreciate all the hard work Jennie and the girls put into making this such a great weekend. I am hoping to make the long trip again for the Birthday Bash -- we haven't set a date yet, but watch for more info. It will be late January or early February. I hope to see you there! Love, Sarah

Bundle of Joy Class Rescheduled

2008-08-28T10:32:00.000-07:00

Amy's Bundle of Joy class has been rescheduled for Thursday September 4th. There is still room so call today to reserve your spot.

Six

Carrots

Scrap Pink is just around the corner and T-Shirts need to be ordered by next Tuesday so if you haven't reserved your spot and given your t-shirt size then call Jennie today. Also there are a few spots left in Brook's Lotsa Lovely Layouts class this Saturday. Come take the class Saturday morning and then stay and crop the afternoon away.

Bundle of Joy Class

2008-08-18T19:01:00.000-07:00

Amy's Bundle of Joy class is Thursday, September 4 and there are still some spots left. Here are just 3 of the beautiful layouts you will make. Bring a friend and get 20% off your class fee!!! You'll need to sign up and prepay to get this special deal.

Little Mama

Are We Lost?

5 Months

Happy Day Mini Album

2008-08-12T13:35:00.000-07:00

Class - Saturday, August 16 10:30-1:00

Here's my little Chatterbox mini album class that will be held this Saturday, August 16. There are still a few spots left, so call the store to reserve your spot! :)

A couple of inside pages:

Have a fabulous week!
-Brook

My Mind's Eye Explosion Box

2008-08-07T15:34:00.000-07:00

Thursday August 14th Sharon is teaching this great Explosion Box made with some beautiful My Mind's Eye paper. Such fun bright summer colors. This box will be perfect to hold all the summer memories you have been busy making with your family and friends.

August News

2008-07-29T13:24:00.000-07:00

Indoor Sidewalk Sale!!
Beat the heat with our indoor sidewalk sale this Friday and Saturday, August 1 & 2! Don't sweat it, we'll have some GREAT deals on your favorite scrapbook supplies! Patterned Paper, Templates, QuicKuts Dies, Stamps, Pens and a WHOLE LOT MORE!!! Don't miss out!

CKC Weekend Fun!
Saturday, August 23 10:00am-4:00pm
Gas prices are high! Hotels are expensive! Stay in town and enjoy a fun day at your scrapbook store. Join us for a FREE all day CROP (snacks and drinks provided!). There will be great fun, chances to win some wonderful prizes for stopping by, and "WOW" savings! You don't want to miss this fun-filled day!

Scrap Pink Weekend
Our annual Scrap Pink Weekend CROP will be held Friday, September 26th from Noon until Midnight and Saturday, September 27th from 10:00am until 10:00pm. The cost is $55 and includes a Scrap Pink T-Shirt, fabulous goody bag, food, drink and snacks! (What a value!!) Call the store today to sign up--Space is limited!!

August Classes & CROPS
Thursday, July 31 - Photo Box
Come in early and pick your own papers for this adorable photo keepsake box! Instructor: Amy ($25)

Thursday, August 7 - Travel Album
Join Sharon as you create this adorable Travel Word Book from Bo Bunny! ($25)

Thursday, August 14 - Explosion Box
Learn how to create this super fun explosion box to hold lots of your precious photos. This little project makes a great gift! Instructor: Sharon ($15)

Saturday, August 16 - Happy Day Mini Album
Come have some fun with Brook as you create this adorable little mini album using lots of new Chatterbox goodies! ($18)

Thursday, August 21 - The Basics
New to scrapbooking and a little overwhelmed or don't know where to begin? Come let Michelle help you learn the basics of this fun hobby! Bring a few photos and she'll even help you get started on a page! This class is FREE!

Thursday, August 28 - Bundle of Joy Layouts
Do you have tons of baby pictures just laying around waiting to be scrapbooked? This is the perfect class for you! Come join Amy and get some of those precious photos into your scrapbooks! ($20)

Saturday, August 30 - Lotsa Lovely Layouts
Yes, it's back! Come create six lovely single page layouts with Brook! This class fills up fast, so reserve your spot today! ($25)

CROPS:
Friday, August 8 - 6:00pm-Midnight ($10)
Saturday, August 9 - FREE All Day CROP! 10:00am-4:00pm
Friday, August 15 - 6:00pm-Midnight ($10)
Saturday, August 23 - FREE All Day CROP! 10:00am-4:00pm

Customer Appreciation Day Saturday, September 16th--More info coming soon!

Saturday Class - Accordian Mini Albums!

2008-07-24T06:54:00.000-07:00

We had a slight change in the class for this Saturday, July 26th. We will be making 3(yes, THREE!) 4x6 accordian albums! These little mini's are so much fun and easy to make, so they make perfect gifts for anyone! (Or if you're like me, you won't want to get rid of them!:)) Class cost is only $15 and there will be 4 different albums for you to choose from for your three. Here's a sample of two of them:

All Boy (this one is VERY limited, so call to reserve yours now!)

You & Me

There are 2 more...One is bright, fun primary colors and the other is elegant with greens, golds and purples (just for you, Pat! :))

So, come have some fun and beat the heat with me this Saturday!
-Brook :)

July Technique's Class

2008-07-22T21:52:00.000-07:00

Do you scoure the monthly scrapbooking magazines for ideas or search idea books endlessly? Have you ever wondered how to make that 8.5" x 11" layout into a 12 x 12 layout? Sign up for Amy's technique class on Thrusday and she will show you how. You will make 2 layouts and 2 cards and leave with the secrets of lifting that fabulous layout you saw in the latest issue. Here is just one of the examples:

Caught Nappin'

Also, have you had a friend interested in taking this class? Get them to sign up with you and YOU will recieve 20% off your class fee. You must pay at the time you sign up to be eligible for this great offer. So what are you still doing reading. Call the store! 620-331-2600.

Mona's Card Class

2008-07-17T07:53:00.000-07:00

Join Mona this Saturday for this My Mind's Eye card class!
Saturday July 19th 10:30-12:30
Call the store today to reserve your spot.

Bundle of Joy Layout Class

2008-07-01T08:41:00.000-07:00

Escape those noisy fireworks and join Amy for her Bundle of Joy Layout class on Saturday July 5th. Besides the 3 layouts below, you will also make two month layouts and a mother's page. We will be closed on Friday so call today to reserve your space.

Happy Independence Day!!!
Chasing Rainbows

Birthday Board Book

2008-06-26T00:00:00.001-07:00

Susan will help you make this fabulous Birthday Board Book on Thursday night June 26th. There are just a couple of spots left so if you are interested you need to call to reserve your spot ASAP! She used a Maya Road Chipboars album and the Basic Grey Cupcake line. Come join in the fun!

New Merchandise and Mid Month Classes

2008-06-18T23:08:00.000-07:00

This Thursday's class is this festive Star Garland from My Minds Eye. The cost of the class is $15 and includes a bottle of Stickles. There are still a few spots left so hurry to sign up.

While your in the store taking a class you can check out some of our new merchandise:
My Minds Eye Garden Party. Perfect for your Spring/Summer layouts...

Check out this yummy goodness from Cosmo Cricket that just arrived TODAY!

We've also received the new Making Memories Travel papers and embellishments, Reminisce 4th of July paper, some new Beachy papers and new cardstock from Cor'dinations which has a cordinating inner color for tearing or embossing.

Upcoming Class: Recipe Book

2008-05-16T11:39:00.000-07:00

Hi everyone! I'm just posting a few pictures of my recipe book class that will be coming up on Saturday, May 31. Call the store to reserve a spot or a kit! Thanks! -Brook :)

YOU could win an Alaskan Cruise for 2!!!

2008-05-06T15:39:00.000-07:00

Promotion Dates:
May 1, 2008 - May 31, 2008

Entry Rules:
Contest is open to adults 18 or older in the US and Cananda. No purchase necessary to enter. One entry per person, per daily visit. Void where prohibited.

Winning:
The drawing will he held and the winner announced on June 5, 2008.

Prize Package:
Airfare for two from anywhere in the continental US to Seattle, Washigton. One night pre-cruise hotel stay at the Sheraton Seattle Downtown. A Veranda Stateroom for two, including classes, on the Celebrity Alaska 7 night Hubbard Glacier Cruise August 22-29, 2008, and all applicable taxes. Prize includes 4 classes per person.

Here is the fine print from the poster:
This May, one lucky customre from 50 select Crafter's Home stores in the US and Canada will win an all expense paid trip for 2 abouard the Celebrity Cruise Ship Infinity to the Hubbard Glacier August 22-29th. We will have the entry forms in the store starting May 1st.

Stop by every day to enter! We want YOU to be the one to Cruise AWAY! No purchase necessary.

National Scrapbook Day Happenings.

2008-05-01T23:41:00.001-07:00

WIN BIG!!!
Fifeen lucky people will get the opportunity to be our next BIG National Scrapbook Day WINNER! Enter for your chance to take home a $100 Chasing Rainbows Gift Certificate or other great scrapbook supplies!!! For every $20 you spend on May 2nd-3rd you will get an additional ticket for the drawing. Qualifying purchases must be completed by 5:30pm on Saturday, May 3rd. Drawing will be held at 6pm and you must be present to win!!!

Free "THANK YOU" Gift
Receive a FREE Creative Imaginations Memories gift pack with any $30 merchandise purchase, while supplies last. This set is worth over $20 and includes 8 papers, 3 sticker sheets, 2 project ideas and a bare*elements frame. Kits will be available Friday and Saturday while supplies last.

PLUS... receive a FREE Cosmo Cricket gift pack with any $75 merchandise purchase while supplies last. This set is worth over $25 and includes 6 Get Happy papers, one die cut sheet, one set of cardstock stickers, one Happy Go Lucky Rub-on set, one Get Happy Black Board Shapes (chipboard) and one Ruby's Album. Kits will be available Friday and Saturday while supplies last.

Favorite Photos ~ Flower Chipboard Album: Cost $20
Friday May 2, 7-9pm
This little flower album is SO adorable! Choose between two different Daisy D's papers and embellishments kits to create an album blooming with charm! Plus you'll learn how to use some fun products. There will be plenty of embelshments left over to use on other projects ---buttons, riboons, flowers and letters!!

Jpurnaling Spots Mini-Class: Cost $10
Saturday May 3, 10am-11:30am
In this class you'll be using the wonderful new Basic Grey Archaic papers and some fun Hampton Arts clear journaling stamps to create two fun single page layouts. Includes your very own set of stamps...$14 Value

Scrapbook Techniques Mini-Class: Cost $7.00
Saturday May 3 1-2:30pm

Join Amy and learn a new techinique! Craeate a beautiful layout using those fun and versatile Crafter's Workshop plastic circle template.

Congratulations to Lori F., winner of our spring layout contest. Don't forget to have your Mother's Day Layouts in by store close Friday night and our layout contest for June is in honor of Father's Day. We want to see your best layout featuring your father or grandfather or even your husband. Entries win a $10 Gift Certificate. Entries for the Father's Day Layout contest are due by 8pm on May 31st.

National Scrapbook Weekend Crop

2008-04-25T12:54:00.000-07:00

It's right around the corner! (May 2nd and 3rd!) Have you signed up yet? There are still spots available, so call the store to reserve your seat now! We'll be doing lots of croppin, eating lots of good food and we'll even have some classes that you can sign up for! Here's a peek!

Brook's Layout Class--We'll be focusing on getting out your old circle and square punches and dusting them off! We'll be using the bright and fun new papers from Scenic Route! There will be 4 layouts in the class:

Call the store to reserve your spot in the class today!

Mother's Day Cards

2008-04-14T20:20:00.001-07:00

Mother's Day is right around the corner! Since we know all of you will be so busy getting ready for National Scrapbooking weekend we decided to have this class a bit early so you all would be good and ready when the day comes (and not running out to Wal-Greens at the last minute ;) Mona's class is this Saturday at 10:30am. There are still some spaces left so call today to reserve your space.

Bundle of Joy Sneeks

2008-04-13T01:00:00.001-07:00

Here is just 2 of the fabulous layouts Amy has created for this months Bundle of Joy class. The class is Thursday April 17th from 6-8pm and the cost is just $20 to create 6 FANTASTIC layouts. Call to reserve your spot today!

Dream

Rollie Pollie

What's new this week?

2008-04-10T11:35:00.001-07:00

What's new? We've started getting all the boxes from CHA. Here is the newest!
Katlin, Blue Hill, & Spring Branch Collections by Crate Paper

Animal Crackers collection by Making Memories

and come see what came in from Maya Road!!

We have lots more on the way. Don't forget to register for the National Scrapbook Day weekend that will be May 2-3. This will be a great weekend!!

May Layout Contest

2008-04-04T13:41:00.000-07:00

In honor of Mother’s Day, we want to see your best layout featuring your mom or grandmother. Entries are due in the store by 8pm on May 1st. Win a $10 gift certificate.

April Class and Crop List

2008-04-04T13:36:00.000-07:00

The Basics of Scrapbooking: Thursday, April 10, 6pm-8pm, No Cost
Not sure where to start or what you need? This class will show you what you need to get started. Supplies Provided. Bring 6 or 8 pictures if you would like us to help you get started on a layout.

Lots-a-Lovely Layouts:Saturday, April 12,10:30am-1pm, Cost $25
Brook will help you create 6 Fresh & Fun single page layouts.

Bundle of Joy Layout Class: Thursday, April 17, 6pm-8pm, Cost $20
Need to start your babies album or finish one up? This is the class for you! Remember all the changes your baby made while creating layouts documenting each month and milestone. Different papers may be chosen with a 24 hour notice.

Mona’s Mothers Day Cards: Saturday, April 19, 10:30am-12:30pm, Cost $15
Come create a beautiful handmade cards for you mom and grandmother or any special lady in your life.

Late Night CROP’s (6pm-12am) Cost $10
Friday, April 11, and Friday, April 18
If you spend $25 the night of the CROP, your CROP is only $5, if you spend $50 your CROP is FREE! Plus some lucky cropper will win a special doorprize! You won’t want to miss these Chasing Rainbows Outstanding Parties (CROP). Bring your projects & supplies, and join us for 6 hours of scrapbooking & Pot Luck. Sign up to bring a main dish, salad, or dessert that will feed 8-10 people. Get your crop card punched and receive a free CROP after 10 punches.

Local Photographer to Create Portraits!

2008-04-04T13:35:00.000-07:00

Spring is Here! Let's celebrate with local photographer Lasha McPherson!

Spring is finally here! To celebrate, we'd like to give you a special "THANK YOU" gift for being a valued customer of Chasing Rainbows. We're hosting a spring portrait event at the store. From now through April 23rd, with your purchase of $40 or more, you'll receive a certificate for a FREE spring portrait session and Miniature Portrait" - perfectly sized for your scrapbook.

We have scheduled photograper Lasha McPherson, from Portrait Designs by Lasha, to be at the store on Thursday, April 24th and Saturday, April 26th to create spring portraits just for you! Your mini-portrait session will be with Lasha in our exclusive "In the Garden" springtime set - perfect for showing off new spring outfits.

For more information on your "Thank you Portrait Session & Miniature Portrait" stop by the store or give us a call (331-2600).

Embossing Card Class

2008-03-23T16:43:00.001-07:00

This Thursday is Mona's card class and this month she is doing some embossing. She's done 3 cards and a cute little book to put the cards in which would make a great gift! When you take the class you will go home with the template in order to recreate these cards or design your own. Cost is $15. Call first thing Tuesday to make sure you reserve your space!

March Happenings

2008-03-12T00:11:00.001-07:00

Hi Everyone. There is lots going on this month at Chasing Rainbows. If you haven't been in this week then get there fast because the annual spring Scrappy Garage Sale is going on NOW!!! The back room is packed with goodies at great prices. Perfect for anyone looking for a deal or just starting out. Also, there is crop this Friday night and on Saturday the garage sale merchandise goes to half price (whatever is left, if anything!).

Also on Saturday there is a St. Patricks Sale. Save 30% on all Green patterened papers and cardstock!

Now look at this ADORABLE Easter Mini Album that Amy created! Make sure you take LOTS of pictures of your little ones in their Easter finest and then sign up for this mini book class. You'll enjoy this album for years to come! Would make a great gift for mom or grandma too!

Itching to get some new supplies? Arriving at the end of March is the fabulous new line Pink Paisley line. Here is a small sample of their papers and watch for a special class using these papers next month with Brook.

Pink Paisley "Spring Fling" Collection

Pink Paisley "Office Lingo" Collection

Now you don't have to wait until the end of the month to get some new goodies. Just in is these sweet papers by Dream Street. 3 new lines and here is a peak at 2 of them. Also, the Big Bite is finally here!!! Do you love the Crop-A-Dile? Well, the Big Bite is even better with a 6" reach! They are going fast so get yours NOW!

Ok, that's it for now. Amy's treasure box class is going to have to be postponed until next month as we were unable to get the boxes in in time. Sarah designed some layouts with the Easter and St' Patricks themed new Reminisce papers and that class is being taught by Sharon on the 22nd. Mona is busy creating some more wonderful spring greeting cards with the Lasting Impressions Embossing Templates which will be on the Thursday the 27th. Call now to sign up for these great classes to secure your spot.

Last, but not least, Krista Hanna won our "Love" Layout contest last month so make sure when you see her to tell her Congratulations! A big THANK YOU to all who participated. All of you did some beautiful layouts. Don't forget to turn in your "Spring" themed layouts by Saturday for the next contest.

Lucky Spring Layouts

2008-03-11T11:25:00.000-07:00

Sharon is teaching this one on March 22nd.

Break out the old and new Easter photos for these pretty and sparkly pastel papers and while you are at it, grab the extra photos of all the things you are lucky to have. Featuring up to 4 photos per layout, Sarah had fun creating these 6 pages with the new Reminisce lines for St. Pat's Day and Easter -- and none of her photos were taken on St. Patrick's Day.

Technique Class Sneekie Peekies

2008-02-17T22:45:00.000-08:00

Check out these sneeks of Amy's technique class featuring Bazzill's In 'stitchz templates and cardstock. Join Amy on Saturday March 1st to learn various techniques using these new products and make some fab layouts in the process.

5 Cards, 5 Greetings, 5 Ways

2008-02-17T22:39:00.001-08:00

So Mona has done it again! Look at these amazingly cute cards. 5 different greetings 5 different ways. She has used her Quikutz Revolution to make that beautiful butterfly, the cricut to make the baby card along with a miniature transparency box, stamps, punches, stitching and more. And isn't the new Basic Grey Two Scoops line YUMMY! Call now to sign up for this fun class on Thursday February 28th.

Bundle of Joy Class

2008-02-05T20:37:00.000-08:00

Need some help getting that baby album started?

Doesn't matter if your baby is on the way or a few years old already. This class will help you get those precious pictures in an album. There is still time to get signed up! You have the option of changing the pp's if you like with a 24 hour notice.

Thursday February 7th, 6-8pm.
$20

Out & About Layout Update

2008-01-21T09:51:00.001-08:00

Here are some of the layouts that will be done in the Out & About class on January 26th. Brook is doing a fabulous job designing these beautiful layouts, and Sarah will help teach the class. The colors will work well for photos of summer, fall, vacation, outside, kids playing, family reunions, you name it!!

Book of ME! Class

2008-01-17T13:26:00.000-08:00

Check out this LO from the Book of ME! class. This is the first of 6. Share your story with future generations. Call to sign up NOW!

Name Badge Contest

2008-01-17T13:22:00.000-08:00

Don't forget to make your own name badge for the birthday crop. Here is an example.

* Birthday Bash Specials *

2008-01-17T09:13:00.000-08:00

Saturday, January 26th only
Celebrate our birthday in style. Spend just $45 at Chasing Rainbows and get this awesome Celebrate kit by American Crafts FREE (value over $25!). It includes 12 double sided cardstock papers, a book of Mini-mark rub-ons, and a box of 6 coordinating ribbons. WOW!

Celebrate with us!

2008-01-16T11:35:00.000-08:00

Here is a rundown of some of the great new products we are bringing in just in time for our big PARTY: Paint dabbers, MORE Ice Stickles, Cats Eye inks, Alcohol inks, and THICKERS. Collectively, our designers all love Thickers so much, we brought them all to Chasing Rainbows.

THICKERS - Big and beautiful - they've embraced their thickness, and they're here to stay. Add dimension and sophistication to your projects with Thickers letter stickers. Thickers are made of archival-quality materials and feature a variety of cool new fonts and colors. Available in Foam, Felt, Chipboard, and Vinyl in many colors -- we have 84 different alphabets on the way!!! $3.99 per pack.

DABBERS - The perfect mess-free paint applicator for foam and rubber stamps, cards, scrapbook pages, altered books, canvas, frames and more. Dab them directly onto stamps or use direct-to-surface for stippling, creating dots or full coverage. Removable dauber if brush use is preferred. Acid free, non-toxic. $3.49

ICE STICKLES - Can we ever get enough of these? Ice Stickles Glitter Glue glides smoothly across craft surfaces including paper, wood, glass, metal and cloth. The easy squeeze bottle features an easy flow tip. Embellish paper crafts, rubber stamped projects, candles, memory album covers, party trimming, jewelry and more. Big sparkling chunks of crystallized color that creates cascades of icy colors with aurora borealis highlights. Water clean up, acid-free and non-toxic. $1.99 to $3.49

CAT'S EYE INKPADS - Rich, thick, ColorBox pigment inks are acid free, fade resistant and unsurpassed for stamping on absorbent papers where sharp detail is desired. Inks dry slowly and offer generous working time for embossing powders to adhere to. $1.99

ALCOHOL INK - Acid free, fast drying, transparent dye inks specially formulated to create a colorful, polished stone effect. Use on glossy paper, metal, shrink plastic, glass and other slick surfaces. $3.49

In Stitch'z restocked

2008-01-16T09:02:00.000-08:00

We got another Bazzill box this week and we now have more of the awesome Stitch's! In Stitch'z Cardstock makes it easy to add floss, ribbon, or a background of color to your scrapbook layout or card making project. Bazzill has already pre-punched four clever designs: hears, stars, flowers, and scallops so you can spend your time designing! We have cardstock, templates, embroidery thread, the case and idea book. Check out Brook's layout using the template and embroidery floss.

Update - Out & About Layout Class

2008-01-12T15:25:00.000-08:00

Due to situations beyond our control, we will be changing the papers in the layouts of the "Out & About" class. The layouts will be almost identical, but with a slightly different color scheme. We are sorry for the inconvenience, but we know you will still enjoy the class!!

If you haven't signed up for the big birthday crop, do it soon! We are looking forward to a great weekend!

Taking Pre-orders for the BIG BITE

2008-01-12T15:06:00.000-08:00

We R Memory Keepers "Big Bite" Crop-A-Dile II All-In-OneTool

Punch, set and snap with the We R Memory Keepers "Big Bite" Crop-A-Dile II All-In-One Tool. Ideal for eyelets and grommets, this crafting tool can punch through paper, leather, fabric, plastic, thin tin, chipboard and much more! The amazing 6" punching reach allows you to punch and set the accents at the center of your 12" x 12" scrapbooking page. And you can also set and snap grommets of all sizes and set eyelets. So go ahead, take on that crafting project you have always been wanting to do!

Product Features:Easily sets grommets with a 1/3" centerSimply "snap" the grommets in place on the setting blocks and compress the Crop-A-DileRotating setting blocks and action setter - help you to do what you want to do without fumbling around for loose pieces2 removable feet - stand it upright on a tabletop for an easier angleAdjustable measuring guide - orange ruler with large, black numbers for accurate measurements and consistent patterns Silent and easy-to-use Design, decorate and embellish multiple craft projects.

Your price is $39.99 (MSRP $45)

**We have ordered a bunch of these tools because we love the Crop-a-dile, but this is even better because it goes to the middle of the page! This product will not ship to us until March, but if you want us to make sure we get one for YOU, let us know ASAP!!**

New Arrivals

2008-01-09T12:04:00.000-08:00

Now that inventory counting is done, we can start putting out the new products. Here is a peek at what came in while we were counting.

Two Scoops

Treat yourself to this blissfully delicious collection, swirled with creamy yellow, bubblegum pink and soft-serve blue. Naturally fat free, the Two Scoops Collection from Basic Grey is another sweet treat sure to please.

Come in and get the Adore and Kiss & Tell Collections by Mind's Eye. These LOVE-ly papers will go fast.

Adore

Kiss & Tell And what so many of you have been waiting for . . . we have the Cricut Design Studio!

What You See Is What You Cut-with the simple click of a mouse!The Cricut DesignStudio™ software lets you take your Cricut™ creativity to a new exciting level! Use the software with your original Cricut or Cricut Expression machine and Cricut cartridges, and you'll open the door to untapped creative possibilities for virtually any project including: school projects, card making, home décor, scrapbooking, signage, and more! For more information, click here http://www.provocraft.com/products/index.products.php?cl=cricut

We plan to demo this at our Birthday Party on January 26th.

Sarah's Visiting!

2008-01-07T13:11:00.001-08:00

(Sarah here) I am thrilled to be coming to visit on the 26th and I am counting the days till I get to come (only 18 left). I can't say I am really missing the inventory count today, but the counting crew is in my thoughts. Jennie, I promise to count to 5,000 today. That should cover at least one rack of paper -- right?

The kids are all doing well, and Christmas was a blast with a bunch of rugrats keeping the paper flying. All 4 got presents this year, but Will is the only one who noticed. The triplets were so happy to throw pretty wrapping at each other. Jennie tell me its been cold there in Kansas, but today I think I could be comfortable outside in a t-shirt and shorts. The weather is nice, but mostly I love being close to family here -- both my Mom and Allen's Mom were here this week helping me with the kids.

I miss the you all so much, but the move has been good for our family. I don't feel completely separated from the shop since Jennie and I talk often and mail samples and products back and forth. I can't wait to see everyone when I come in a few weeks. The crop will be filled with exciting games, and we have three great classes that weekend, too. (I am excited to check out the "Book of ME" class series that is in the works!) If you can't take one of my classes, come by and say "Hi!". . . I mean "Howdy!"

"I'm a Princess" Mini Album Class - Jan. 26

2008-01-06T14:42:00.000-08:00

Sarah designed this album and is teaching this class on January 26th from 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm.

Are you a princess?

You will LOVE this sparkly album for the princess in your life whether it’s for you or a loved one. This “grown-up album” is filled with BLING! – gems, glitter, ribbons, & flowers. Come learn some neat techniques and leave with an album you adore! $35

In addition to your basic tool kit, please bring corner rounder, pop dots, glue dots, and double-sided tape.

Photos don't do this album justice, you'll have to come to the store to see it in person.

Out & About Seven Layouts - Class Jan. 26

2008-01-02T10:07:00.000-08:00

Out & About Seven Layouts

Sarah has designed seven layouts featuring the new Out & About line from My Mind’s Eye. These versatile single-page layouts have up to five photos on them, but you don’t have to have pictures with you to have a great time, learn some new techniques, and leave with a few extra pieces. $35

Sarah will teach this class on Saturday, January 26th from 10:00 am - 12:30pm

We have a blog!

2008-01-02T09:04:00.000-08:00

Well, here it is! Watch for classes and ideas to be posted to this site.