Wednesday, August 22, 2007

CONTEST !!

Last summer I created this paper bag album for a class I was to teach!
I ended up not being able to teach the class and have 8 kits all
ready to go. Enter your name in the comments section for this post and
on Monday the 27th I'll do a random drawing to pick winners of the kits.
Good Luck!

Cover- You'll have to get creative and find a solution for the 6 in 2006 unless you are as far behind in your scrapping as I am and are just now doing 2006 pictures!

The white paint pens used for the doodling isn't included in the kit..but, can be purchased at any Arts & Crafts store.

The metal looking star accents were made by covering chipboard with silver duct tape and then cutting out the hearts with a die cutting system. To give them the stained glass effect I added doodles to them using permanent markers. (markers not included)

The circles were made by dipping pieces of PVC pipe into acrylic paint and then using them as you would a "stamp". PVC pipe is included in the kit...paint is not.

These are the pull-out pages that slide into the open ends of the paper bags.

40 comments:

MNMOM said...

I just ran across you blog today, lucky me!!! Actually Lori McDonald sent your link to the scout knife. I LOVE your site, I'm a collector of treasures myself. I'm just not quite as good at making use of the items. I'm bookmarking your blog for inspiration Thanks! I'd love to be added to your contest.

Anonymous said...

Hey Amiga! You always inspire me with your thrifty treasures and trendsetting ideas! XOXO!

Lori McDonald said...

Pick me! Pick me! Pick Me!!!!!

Please............

:)
Lori

Stacie said...

Wait, is this from the Michael's nonsense? :)

You know I'm more than willing to take one off your hands. If I'm lucky and feeling charitable maybe I'll give it to my sister and she can put some baby photos in it (her daughter was born in 2006.)

I was browsing your blog again and am still loving that vintage glitter you picked up at a roadside stand a while back. Have you used it yet? If so, post the photo!!

Jenn said...

I just started subscribing to your blog's feed yesterday - I love your out-of-the-scrapbook-page ideas!

TammyB said...

I also came across your blog after reading Lori McDonald's. I'd love to be added to your contest as well. Your PB album is sooo cute :)

GeorgiaC said...

Wow! Would I like to win!!! I too am new to your blog, thanks to Lori. I am so impressed that it is on my daily check list. Your ideas are inspirational. Thank you especially for your directions for the Clip it up. WOW! I plan to visit always. Thank you.

Georgia

Angie said...

Wow, my lucky day. This is only the second time i have checked you blog. love all he crafty, ideas! Thanks

Angie

Heather said...

OK... I was really tempted to NOT post because there were already 8... but then I would feel bad because I didn't post, but read about your WAY cute project... So, here I am posting!!

scrappinmama said...

Ran across the link to this site on Lori's blog. Wonderful ideas! I can't wait to try the soda can album! Thanks so much for the inspiration.
Karen

Jodi said...

Oh that's a super cool book. Pick me...the rest of them don't need it.

Kelly said...

Wow...this is my first time visiting your blog. I love your ideas. I'm going to keep looking - you are very talented!

BethGinTx said...

Amy
these are such cute books. I saw your blog at Lori's blog and will be adding it to may favorite ones to read! You are very creative.

KatScraps said...

Amy,
You have some great ideas. I'm glad Lori shared your blog with her readers.
Have a great day!
:) Kat

Karen said...

Oooh Amy! Cool album, I would love to be the winner!!!

Kristen said...

Very cute...I WANT ONE!

Jaime said...

I found your blog through a link on Lori McDonald's blog, which I don't remember how I found hers. I love to read crafty blogs to get motivation and inspiration!

Thanks for the great giveaways!

I'm sure I'll be around more, so you might hear from me again. :-)

Ali said...

I'm jealous! Not only of your creativity, but our Goodwill charges $1.00 for hardback books and $0.50 for paperback. Have to admit I'm just getting started with scrapping so keep up the good work with your helpful hints. Should I win, I'm sure this project would be very beneficial in getting me started.
Alice

Patty M said...

I have to admit I was sent here too but I will definitely be back - love your scrapping ideas!

Patty M

Jun Bug House said...

O.K. Lori sent us over so if you get overwhelmed with post', it's Lori's fault. LOL
I'm am not a lucky person when it comes to contest, (family, hubby, kids, dogs and grand daughters, is where all my luck is used up)
So, when I don't win, would you show us how to make the little book that you did.
I have never really gotten into the "Paper bag" albums,because, well, because they always looked like a paper bag.
Yours don't and I would love to know the secret if you are willing to share.
Thanks for this, and love, your blog.
(As long as I am not drinking anything at the time of reading.) You post' don't come with a "spew alert."
**U**
Nance

Barb said...

I found your blog by way of Lori M's blog and I am so glad I did! You have great ideas and the paper bag book is just too too cute! Thanks for the inspiration!

Lisa said...

I would love a chance to win! I am so far behind on scrapbooking that 2006 would be perfect!

Debbi (no 'e' on the end) said...

OH OH....pick me, pick me....puhhlleeeeeeeeeeezzzzzz!! Thank you so much .....this looks so cute.

NCAshley said...

Lori sent me your way. Awesome blog! I hope it is my lucky day!
Ashley-

Kelly S. said...

I linked to your blog from Lori McDonald's blog. You are both so creative. I love reading your posts. Please include me in the drawing as I would love one of the kits. Thanks!

Miranda said...

Very cute! Enter me in the contest please...I am so far behind on my pics.

Unknown said...

Love paper bag books. Just did over 40 for gd wedding. Took me forever.
Love your blog.

sussann said...

*Ü*

Sussann

demona_cat said...

I feel lucky! Plus, when( make that if!) I get pictures in it, then I can say I've finished a book...right?!
Thanks,
Tara
PS Lori M sent me!

kipandmindy said...

I would love to sign up for your cute contest...I am feeling lucky!!

Anonymous said...

Lori McDonald sent me and I would really like to get this! This is my first time on your blog, but I am going to add it to my list of daily stops!

amaraob1 said...

I also found your blog today - thanks Lori!

I LOVE all of your thrifty finds and uses for the items!

I would also be happy to take a book off your hands....

Thanks so much for sharing everything!

amaraob1 said...

Just ran across your blog too - thanks Lori!

Love your finds and all of the uses!

I would also be happy to take a book off your hands!

Thanks so much for all that you share!!!

Debbie said...

Hi there,
I'm a new visitor, guided her from Lori at Beloved Keepsakes. From my first look around - I'll be adding you to my ever growing "favorites" on my internet!!

I'd love to join in on the giveway/drawing. Thanks,
Debbie Kiger

Heather Huggins said...

Thanks Lori for sending me here!! I want to win...Pick me...

Heather

Amanda said...

I would love this adorable album! I am definatly going to bookmark your blog and vist frequently. Too cute to miss. Pick me!

Patty said...

I came across your blog from Lori's and love it! All the unique creative ideas will provide a lot of inspiration. Please add me to your contest.

noekiexxx said...

I really love reading your blog! The book you made is really great. Lots of love from the Netherlands!

Robin said...

What an awesome blog you have. I came across yours via Chris, then Lori's blog. I have even purchased all the items to make that killer spinner rack. Very cute bag book. You are so very talented.
Robin

wishbladeuser2006 said...

Really cute paper bag album. I've never actually made one meyself but I could see me using this one. I was just thinking I need to scrap with the kids all the things we've done this summer.

Robin