Tag: crafts

MAILABLES Unique and Creative Greeting Cards

Today I would to introduce you to a unique and creative product called MAILABLES which is a craft product that you can send! You simple select the MAILABLES that you want and then color it with crayons, pencils or markers and then pop it into 

MyMemories Suite Scrapbook Software

I’m a paper scrapbooker from way back. I started scrapbooking in 1995 right after my oldest was born. I immediately loved it and quickly became addicted. My craft room has the supplies stacked up to prove it. Much has changed since then. We don’t use 

Affordable and Cute Scrapbooking Craft Supplies

Affordable and Cute Scrapbooking Craft Supplies

Princess Scrapbooking LayoutToday I get to introduce all of you crafter’s to a wonderful company called Scrapbuck which is a paper crafter’s paradise! As a big time scrapbooker and cardmaker…I love this company!

Here is a little bit about them – Scrapbuck is the premier online store and community for the value-conscious Scrapbooker and Cardmaker. Scrapbuck sells all of its merchandise at 50-75% less than other scrapbooking stores. We carry between 2,500 to 3,000 products and sell over 750 items for only $1. Any purchase $20.00 or more in the continental US ships for free and leaves our warehouse within one business day! This store sells all of the name brand items that you love!

My Review: The generous folks over at Scrapbuck sent me a box full of craft supplies to review for all of you. Today I am going tell you about those supplies and how I used them for this review. First let me tell you a little bit about what I received. I got a huge pad of ColorBok Deluxe Textured Cardstock which contains 50 sheets of pastel colored cardstock, 2 of each color and the colors range from beige up to lilac and several colors in between. This 50 sheet pad of cardstock sells for ONLY $6.00. I also got a 6 sheet paper pack (12×12 size) in a beach vacation theme by Forever in Time ™. This 6 sheet vacation paper pack sells for ONLY $1.00.

Princess Page Topper

The next several items are a bunch of high quality scrapbooking embellishments! From Phrase Cafe I got a pack of epoxy stickers in a vacation theme that sells for $1.75, a pack of Soft Spoken “toddler” theme embellishments that sell for $1.80, a Jolee’s Boutique 21 pc. “Princess” page title or embellishments that cost $2.00, a pack of 3D White Pearl Halves that costs $1.25, a Making Memories Glitter Die-Cuts 76 pc. “Just Chillin” design for $2.50 a pack, a package of Pop-Dots that sells for $1.00 and a large package of Chipboard Embellishments in the Starfish Design that sells for $2.65.

The third group of items I received is a sheet of Embossed Cardstock Stickers in a beach/vacation theme that sells for $1.00, a set of 8 clear stamps in the “Life at the Beach” theme that sells for $3.50, a large roll of Double-Sided Tape that sells for $1.00, a black Ink It Up! stamp pad that sells for $1.00, a 4 piece Sparkle Glitter Gel Pens set that sells for $1.00 and finally a Clear Stamp Tool (to use with the clear stamp set) that sells for $1.00. Wow!!! I got a lot of great stuff!

One of the projects I made using the stuff that Scrapbuck sent to me is this beautiful clean layout of my grand daughter posing for her 2nd Birthday professional photos. Here is what I used. The background sheet (lilac with pink polka dots) was from my own personal collection. I matted my 5×7″ photo onto the textured pink and lavender cardstock that I received and I trimmed it down so that only an 1/8″ border remained around each mat. I took 4 of the small faux pearl embellishments and attached one of those in each corner of my photo mat. I then took the “Princess” embellishments that they sent and used them for my page title by applying them onto a rectangular shaped piece of lavender cardstock and used the black ink pad to just lightly ink around the edges. I then matted this onto the pink cardstock and left an 1/8″ border. I then took 3 more of the faux pearls and put them onto the title block (on the shoes & princess wand) to pull together my gemstone & pearl “bling” look. I did use a piece of my own sheer 1 1/2″ wide medium pink ribbon and used their double-sided taple to attach my title block onto the center of it. I then ran this long the bottom half of my page. I used their double-sided tape to then attach my framed photo above it. I decided to not do any journaling as I wanted a elegant uncluttered clean look. I did use the pink glitter gel pen to sign & date my layout in the bottom right corner.

I loved all of the supplies I received and all of them are name brand items that cost a fortune in the regular retail craft store. From my own personal experience, I can tell you that this layout would of cost around $11.00 if I would of purchased the items at the craft store but…getting them from scrapbuck would be around $5.00 (if that) so it is a huge savings! (plus I have left-over items from the layout to use in another layout).  This 12×12 layout took me less than 35 minutes to make! You can follow me on my Passionate About Crafting Blog to see other layouts and ideas I will be posting over the next few weeks/months using Scrapbuck supplies.

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Disclaimer: Shelly has personally reviewed the product listed above. Shelly has not received any monetary compensation for her review. Shelly did receive a free product to try out so she could evaluate and use it for her review. Her thoughts & opinions in this review are unbiased & honest and your opinions may differ. The Two Classy Chics are not responsible for delivery/shipping of giveaway items won from this blog nor are we responsible for mis-use or injury caused by items won from the TCC Blog.

Max Colored Eco Pencils and Doodling Pad by Faber-Castell

As every child heads back to school this year it is important that we supply them with a few art supplies and that is where our next Back to School Shopping company can help you. Let me introduce you today to Faber-Castell who makes a 

Daylight Ultimate Table Top Lamp

Today I would like to introduce you to the company called Daylight™ who makes and sells a variety of lighting products that all feature their special Daylight™ technology. With full spectrum Daylight™ technology, your eyes will still be fresh at the end of the day! 

Gorgeous Handmade Pottery Bowls by Sara Pottery

Today I would like to introduce you to a small business called Sara Pottery based out of Neptune, N.J. The company is owned by a lovely woman named Sara who makes all of the pottery pieces by hand using the wheel and other hand building techniques. Once the piece has been made she hand paints the designs using underglaze stains or colored clays to embellish the clay surface. The items are then fired at high temperatures and finished with lead-free glazes. The pottery pieces are oven proof and microwave & dishwasher safe. You will love her handmade pottery items!

When you shop at Sara Pottery you will find beautiful pieces of handmade pottery ranging from berry bowls, candle holders, Brie bakers, lasagna bakers, olive oil bottles, wine server shells, platters, canisters, garlic jars, chip ‘n dip servers, piggy banks, clocks and so much more. What I really love is the variety of patterns that her pottery pieces are decorated with…you will find fruit motifs, seashell motifs, floral motifs and more. Sara Pottery welcomes special orders and commissions are welcomed. Please contact them directly to inquire about special orders.

My Review: Sara graciously sent me her small Berry Bowl – Colander in the beautiful fruit pattern for my product review and it measures approximately 5 1/2″ in diameter. This beautiful berry bowl is handmade and hand painted by Sara and she signs & dates the bottom of each piece. The hand painted fruit design is painted on the inside and around the outside of the berry bowl and on the top side of the plate. The berry bowl has holes in the bottom so that you can rinse your fruit (like berries and grapes) in the bowl and then place it onto the plate to catch the water as it drains away from the fruit. The bottom of the berry bowl has 3 built-in legs so that the bowl actually sits about 3/4″ of an inch off of the draining plate.

The design that is hand painted on the berry bowl depicts cherries, peaches, blueberries and strawberries. The plate has a nice bunch of hand painted blueberries on it. She did a fabulous job painting this design on both pieces and I love the colors used. On Friday afternoon I headed out to my backyard and picked some fresh raspberries from my bushes and brought them in and used the berry bowl to wash the berries in and then I used it to serve the berries for our raspberry shortcake dessert later that night. I absolutely LOVE my new berry bowl and will be using it almost daily as I always have fresh fruit in our home.

Purchasing Information: This berry bowl comes in three sizes; small 5 1/2″ diameter, medium 7″ diameter and large 9″ diameter and prices start at $40.00. Due to the nature of these pieces being handmade there could be a 3-4 week turnaround until you receive your order depending on whether Sara has the item in stock or if she has to make it. You can purchase this item as well as other handmade pottery items from Sara’s web store or check out her craft show schedule and visit her at one of the many craft shows she participates in.

I would like to thank Sara with Sara Pottery for sending me the beautiful fruit motif berry bowl for the review.  It is beautiful to look at and extremely well-made…definitely a quality product!

Disclaimer: Shelly has personally reviewed the product listed above. Shelly has not received any monetary compensation for her review. Shelly did receive a free product to try out so she could evaluate and use it for her review. Her thoughts & opinions in this review are unbiased & honest and your opinions may differ. Two Classy Chics is not responsible for delivery of any giveaway items won from this blog. We are not responsible for injury or mis-use of any products won from the Two Classy Chics Blog. Please read our Terms of Service & Disclaimer Policy before entering our giveaways. Thanks!

 

DIY Cupcake Flower Vases by Joster International

Today I would like to introduce you to the company called Joster International Inc. where you will find unique, beautiful and functional products at an affordable price. When you shop at Joster will find a beautiful beverage coasters from their Coasterica Drink Coasters line of 

Beffie’s Boutique – Bamboo Knitting Needles

Do you love to knit? If so, I got a fabulous company to introduce you to today called Beffie’s Boutique where you can purchase high quality knitting needles, knitting supplies, gorgeous watches for us ladies, jewelry charms, knitting patterns, pre-made knitting kits and ready made