IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT: OPEN DAY THIS WEEK

Please take note that the Scrap.Abode will not be receiving visitors on

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5th September 2010

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I have promised Becks that I will take her to see

Thanks for understanding!

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We will be open though on 4th September 2010 from 11am to 6pm.

SnC's CROP.ARTY: Card Makers ALERT!!! How To Maximise Your Stash Card Ideas To Bring List

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 Copyrights - Rachel Clarke

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All excited CARD MAKERS ... yes as 4th SEPTEMBER 2010 draws nearer ...  and we anxiously await to to stamp away with Rachel and learn how to  STRETCH our supplies with loads of card ideas, please remember to bring the list below with you.

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TO BRING LIST

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Trimmer

Ruler

Scissors

Adhesives - liquid glue/glue stick & tape

Foam dots

Distress inks 

(if you have for your own consumption to save some time from class sharing)

Glossy accents

Wet Wipes

 

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A generous set of class kit that includes 2 {lose} Unity Stamps will be given to every Crop.Arty participant plus,  you'll also be using the following ... courtesy Scrap-n-Crop.com and Rachel Clarke herself!

stamps

bling{-blings}

inks

circle punches

embossing folders

Tim Holt tattered florals die

d/s foam dots

Colouring things ... pencils/felts 

Sanding block

To learn more about this Crop.arty please visit out earlier blog entry or contact Valerie by emailing valerie.gan@gmail.com

REGISTRATIONS can be made via our Scrap-n-Crop.com online store HERE.

And as a super sweet reward to ALL card makers and stampers 


Loose Unity Stamps from as low as RM3 per stamp will be SOLD during this Crop.Arty

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NEW ARRIVALS!!! Twinkling H20 in SnC

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Twinkling H20's are a popular water paint which are used in a wide variety of projects. In this review we take a look at Twinkling H20's and see how they perform.

What Are Twinkling H20's?

Twinkling H20's are little cakes of shimmering water color paint. The paints are sold in individual pots which are sold either in kits or separately. The paints are available in 156 colors and they can be mixed and blended to create a further pallet of colors. Twinkling H2O's come in two size pots, large (5 grams - regular size) and minis (Little Twinklers). Individual Twinkling H20 colors are available in the large size only. Kits are available with a mix of 6, 12 or 24 of the large size pots.

These colors can be used on a variety of surfaces and these include paper and cardstock, wood, plastic and even eggs - and they are ideal for many altered art projects. Some projects may require sealing when finished.

Twinkling H20's are made in America by LuminArte who also manufacture the Primary Elements range of paints.

How Are Twinkling H20's Used?

Twinkling H20's can be used in the same way as any watercolor paint and different stampers have their own favorite way to use these shimmering colors. The paint cakes can be moistened and the paint used direct from the pot, or the color can be blended and mixed on a plate or pallet.

The colors are highly pigmented giving strong and vibrant colors. These can be blended with water for lighter shades. LuminArte have developed a color that is ideal for blending to lighten colors, this is called 'Oyster' and will lighten the color while still keeping the distinctive shimmer. The colors can also be blended with other water color paint such as tempura or gouache, however this will also decrease the level of shimmer in the paint.

Twinkling H20's can be applied using paint brushes - or can also be applied direct to the rubber stamp and stamped onto paper or cardstock.

Ways that Twinking H20's can be used:

• As backgrounds for stamping projects, this can then be stamped on as normal
• To color in rubber stamped images
• Applied over embossed images
• Added to wet paper to create a soft image
• Paint onto dark papers for a dramatic look

Review - How do Twinkling H20's Perform?

The pack that was used for this review was kit number 652 and contained the colors garnet, Passion, Gold Dust, Fern, Majestic Blue and Sunburst, and this was purchased from a local craft store. The paints were used to create backgrounds and to color rubber stamped images.

Colors
One of the problems of buying kits or packs of paint is that you are 'stuck' with the colors. This pack, however, presented an excellent range of colors, and while 'gold dust' and 'sun burst' may sound as though they could be similar, when used they are distinctively different. Each of the colors is bright and vibrant and blends well. Twinkling H20's were painted on white paper as well as colored cardstock and the colors remained bright. Interesting effects were achieved when applying the paints as a color wash over dark paper and cardstock.

Ease of Use

Twinkling H20's are simple to use and require no special equipment. The surface of the paint does require moistening prior to use, and the paints are easiest to use when the surface has been moistened and left to stand for a few minutes. Any standard paint brush can be used and the paints can be applied direct from the pot or after being blended on a plate, piece of plastic or pallet.

Clean Up

Being water colors, clean up is simple! After use it is just a case of rinsing paintbrushes and other equipment well in water. The colors are heavily pigmented and staining was experienced on paintbrushes, however this is not a problem in normal use.

Verdict

Twinkling h20's are excellent paints and are extremely versatile. The colors are bright and the shimmer is a proper 'shimmer' and not a glittery finish, making these paints ideal for a range of projects.

Highlights

• The colors in this pack are exceedingly bright and vibrant - to a level that is unusual in water color paints.
• The mix of colors in the pack are well balanced
• The paint is lovely to apply direct from the pots and also create a shimmering wash for backgrounds
• The colors are deep and the paints go a long way

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NEW ARRIVALS!!! Martha Stewart Fringe Scissors in SnC

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There's nothing wrong with your eyes ... relax!

This is Martha Stewart's NEW Fringe Scissors that saves you the trouble of snipping too many times with your scissors to achieve a fringe effect.

Check out the video below that shows Martha Stewart demonstrating the many uses of her new Fringe Scissors ... a long video, but definitely worth the trouble and time as you'll be so inspired with the many clever ideas she has.

To get your own Martha Stewart Fringe Scissors, hop on to Scrap-n-Crop.com by clicking on this link HERE. 

Limited quantities available ... so, hurry!

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THURSDAY THRILL

Its Thursday again! Bet you are looking forward to the discounts as usual!!!

For today only, take 25% OFF ALL

SCENIC ROUTE products.

And, do not hesitate...Scenic Route has been discontinued so once this stock is gone, its gone for good!

*** Discount Code is in your newsletter today.

No additional discounts on clearance items.

Offer valid only til midnight today.

NEW ARRIVALS!!! 7 Gypsies NEW Collections - Conservatory, Paddington and Other MUST HAVES

The Gypsy Caravan has finally arrived at Scrap-n-Crop.com.bearing irresistible goodies!!!

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Check them out under NEW ARRIVALS or shop by BRAND - 7Gypsies at Scrap-n-Crop.com to get your hands on these:

 LEFT: Conservatory Collection and RIGHT: Paddington Collection

And don't forget to stock up on matching Rubbings as well as the must haves Hardware and Displays by 7Gypsies

Get your  7Gypsies now at Scrap-n-Crop.com via this LINK.

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SnC's One of The Kind Kit - Perfect Paisley

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Just love these One of A Kind Kits as they are truly special and well... one of a kind!

This August, Scrap-n-Crop.com has put together a kit called Perfect Paisley.

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For merely RM 40, you'll get assorted patterned papers from:

October Afternoon

K&Company

 Collage Press

Basic Grey

Chatterbox

Tinkering Ink 

and Autumn Leaves.

Limited fabric

Fancy Pants flowers

My Mind Eye tag and transparency 

Vintage flocked trim

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Click HERE to get your set of Scrap-n-Crop.com's One of A Kind Kit - Perfect Paisley.

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Coming Soon : Maya Road CHA Summer Goodness

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Known for their innovative Chipboard Books, Coasters, Mist, Canvas and lately trims ... Scrap-n-Crop.com reveals Maya Road's latest CHA Summer collection ... which yes, you guessed right, are in the check-out cart at the moment. This means these wonderful stuff could be in your possession pretty soon. Stay tune to our blog side - SnC's CROP.mmunity or sign up for our Scrap-n-Crop.com's Newsletter to get the latest news, discount codes and arrivals.

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Chipboard Books / Coasters/ Keychains

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Chipboard Minis 

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Kraft Cards and Envelopes 

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Canvas 

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Maya Road Trinket Pins, Flowers and Trims

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Maya Mists and Maya Glitter 

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Clear Stamps and Transparencies  

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Wooden Bingo Numbers and Motifs 

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Hope you've enjoyed and been inspired by Maya Road's artist ... like I sure did and can't wait for these items to arrive at Scrap-n-Crop.com.

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SnC Restocks Websters Pages Bloomers and American Craft Dear Lizzy Rose Trims

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And gosh! It's HOT as ever ... just last Sunday I SOLD at least one to every scrapper that visited the Scrap.Abode, which is hardly surprising given how sweet and gorgeous they look ...

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Can't resist Webster Pages Bloomers 

and American Craft Dear Lizzy Rose Trims?

Well, don't procrastinate! Get them HERE at Scrap-n-Crop.com now.

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NOTE: Only on rare occasions we re-stock non-staples ... so, once gone... it's gone!

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THURSDAY THRILL - MY MIND'S EYE

Take a whoping
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30% OFF all
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MY MIND'S EYE
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products today


Terms and conditions:
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1. Offer is only valid with the discount code from your newsletter.
2. Offer is only valid til midnight 19 August 2010 (GMT +8)
3. Please use a seperate cart for non-offer items.
4. Offer can be combined with normal priced order for free shipping (valid only for the 1st 2kg)

SnC's CROP.ARTY: the Gypsy Caravan To Bring List

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Copyrights - Valerie Gan

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This 21st AUGUST 2010 join Valerie to make a 7Gypsy mini Memories album. Fall in love with 7Gypsy and check out the fabulous gypsy-ness we'll be creating...covert yourself into a fellow Gypsy after this event!

Find out more about this month's Crop.arty - A Gypsy Caravan HERE

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Scissors

Adhesive (glue, glue dots ...)

*** Photos are not needed for this class!!!

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* RM80 includes the kit, instructions and hands-on tutorial on how to create a complete project plus light refreshments.

In addition, all participants will get :
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FREE flow of related embellishments @ the Crop.station
FREE use of tools, punches, paint et cetera @ the Crop.station
FREE sneak peek of new arrivals
(be the first few to get items not available in any other store yet)
FREE flow of fun, laughter and ideas...
Discounts off selected items in our Scrap.Abode

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REGISTRATIONS can be made via our Scrap-n-Crop.com online store.

NOTE: If you come dressed in full Gypsy gear, you stand a chance to win a 7GYPSY prize pack!

QUERIES can be made by emailing admin@scrap-n-crop.com

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SnC's CROP.ARTY: Card Makers ALERT!!! How To Maximise Your Stash Card Ideas

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Copyrights - Rachel Clarke

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Great news all CARD MAKERS

This coming 4th SEPTEMBER 2010 Rachel will once again be stamping away and showing you how to STRETCH your supplies. You'll learn loads of card ideas that basically uses your stash ... and ladies, when it comes to Rachel, we're seriously talking about using your SCRAPs here in creative ways.

Designed for just about anyone, beginners included, you'll be getting a generous set of class kit that includes 2 {lose} Unity Stamps.

During the Crop.Arty, you'll also be using the following ...

courtesy Scrap-n-Crop.com and Rachel Clarke herself!

stamps
bling{-blings}
inks
circle punches
embossing folders
Tim Holt tattered florals die
d/s foam dots
Colouring things ... pencils/felts

Sanding block

As usual, our Crop.arty is limited to 10 pax only.

So please register early to avoid disappointment HERE.

Date

4th SEPTEMBER 2010

(Saturday)

Time
2 - 5:00 pm

Location
Scrap-n-Crop.com's Scrap.Abode

Cost

RM 80

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Class Level
Beginners - Intermediate

(or well, basically anyone can do this)

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* RM80 includes the kit, instructions and hands-on tutorial on how to create a complete project plus light refreshments.

In addition, all participants will get :
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FREE flow of related embellishments @ the Crop.station
FREE use of tools, punches, paint et cetera @ the Crop.station
FREE sneak peek of new arrivals
(be the first few to get items not available in any other store yet)
FREE flow of fun, laughter and ideas...
Discounts off selected items in our Scrap.Abode

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REGISTRATIONS can be made via our Scrap-n-Crop.com online store HERE.

QUERIES can be made by emailing valerie.gan@gmail.com

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LOOSE

Unity Stamps

WILL BE SOLD DURING THIS CROP.ARTY ONLY
{starts from as low as RM 3 per stamp}

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