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Pick of the Week time here on the blog…and stamps it is! Well stamps they are!
These are the stamps sets that coordinate with the Kraft Funday collections from My Mind’s Eye and I’ve just fallen in major like with them! The patterns are subtle, but you could definitely make them stand out with bright colors or on fun patterns. They’re adorable for just about any project – and they’ll probably be just as adorable in my new SMASH book (which I’m going to start working on this weekend)!
I’m also thinkin’ those dots would be adorable stamped at random on a 12″ x 12″ layout, to accent a photo…
Happy Weekend!
Tags: Archiver's, Archiver's Annex, My Minds Eye, Pick of the Week, Stamp sets, stamping
Have you been inspired by Pinterest lately?
I feel like it’s a daily thing for me. Whether I’m looking for a recipe, a fun way to decorate my kitchen, something crafting to make, or black and white photographs, there is always something that catches my eye.
Here’s what caught my eye this morning (if you click the “read the rest of this entry” I have a bigger image that’s a bit easier to read):
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Tags: Archiver's, Archiver's Annex, Creative Inspiration, How-to, Ideas, inspiration, Pinterest, Scrapbooking, stamping
My SMASH book is done.
It’s full.
I only have maybe 6 more pictures to put in the book (first I have to remember where I saved them…) and then it will officially be done. Check it out (I also pretty much love Instagram too…):
That’s just about every page in my SMASH book. Again, just a few more photos and it’s doneski.
So now what.
Another SMASH book. That’s what.
I’m thinkin’ it’s going to be the Eco Green one…green really is my favorite color.
I’ve even started collecting things to put in my next book. Pictures galore (thanks Instagram and Pocket Booth!). A toothpick from my first turkey burger. A Laffy Taffy wrapper with a really “great” joke. Funny emails and text from Culynn. More hilarious quotes and stories from my Grandma.
My first SMASH book was the International Yellow book (mostly because there’s a page in it that says “Gesundheit!”). It’ll be so much fun to look back at all of those memories. I put so many fun (and funny!) things in that book and really stretched myself out of my comfort zone. I’ve admitted it before…I’m a perfectionist. SMASHing things into my SMASH book took a bit of getting used to! But I’m so glad I jumped in and finished a folio.
Now I just have to catch up to Culynn…he’s on his 4th or 5th book. Oh boy. Those SMASHing husbands. 
Bonus? ALL SMASH products are 30% off in stores now through Wednesday, February 15.
Another bonus? Select SMASH bundles are 20% off on the Annex now through Wednesday, February 15.
Happy SMASHing!
Tags: Archiver's, Archiver's Annex, Easy Scrapbooking, K&Company, On The Go Scrapbooking, SMASH, SMASH books, SMASH Sale
We did a little rearranging on the Annex…so hopefully you’ve gotten to check it out. If not, it’s my Pick of the Week!
Our Home Decor section is now called “Creative Display” and has been broken down into more categories to help you find exactly what you’re looking for to decorate your home:
One of my absolute favorites right now are the District Market printed burlap panels from Tim Holtz (so bonus Pick of the Week?):
These are just a few of the designs available on the Annex. I’m seriously considering putting a few of these above my bookcases at home. We’ve got this library ladder bookcase thing going on in our living room and I think the Subway panel would be a very nice addition to the look we’ve got going on. Culynn – thoughts?
Happy Weekend and Happy Decorating!
Tags: Archiver's, Archiver's Annex, Creative Display, Decorating, Home Decor, Photos, wall art
Valentine’s Day is just over a week away – have you made your Valentines yet?
If you haven’t, don’t fret. My blog post today is all about making adorable little Valentines in little time.
Check out these adorable mini cards (all part of our Valentine Card Showcase going on in stores now!):
There are SO MANY possibilities for mini cards – and once you get started, sometimes it’s hard to stop!
Mini cards are also a great way to use up those odds and ends you have lying around, especially those scraps of cardstock and patterned paper you just can’t throw away.
Be sure to check out our great selection of Valentine ideas on our website!
Tags: Archiver's, Archiver's Annex, Easy Valentines, Mini Cards, stamping, Valentine Ideas
Where do you keep your memory cards?
Are all of yours tucked in pockets and purses and all over the place like mine are? I think I have one in my wallet right now, three or four with my scrap stuff, another two or three on Culynn’s desk, and a few more hiding in my camera bag. They’re EVERYWHERE.
My Pick of the Week is really the perfect product for me right now (I don’t like to delete photos off of memory cards until I know I have them saved in at least two other places – I’ve lost thousands and thousands of photos before – not a good feeling):
The Memory Card Organizer from Pioneer.
It holds up to ten memory cards, each card protected in its own little compartment, AND there are memory areas to note which card has what on it (I need that SO bad…I search through every card EVERY time I need pictures).
Another great way to stay organized in 2012! Get your Memory Card Organizer on the Annex today!
Tags: Archiver's Annex, Memory Card Organizer, Memory Cards, Organization, Photos, Pick of the Week
Happy Friday the 13th!
Short post today.
My pick of the week is pretty basic. Everyone needs cardstock, right?
Each of these cardstock packs are full of Bazzill cardstocks in a variety of colors and textures, and each one varies just a bit from the next one. My absolute favorite is the Spicy. The colors are so warm and rich…but then again, I also love the Classic, Creamy, and Crisp packs too!
Happy Weekend everyone!
Tags: Archiver's, Archiver's Annex, Bazzill Cardstock, Bazzill Value Packs, Cardstock Packs, Value Pack
Happy Thursday! Is this week flying by for you, too? Uff da.
I’ve been scrapbooking for years (I think since 9th grade?) and I absolutely love it…but don’t get me wrong, I can get super overwhelmed working on a scrapbook. Where to start, what to buy for a new album, what size do I want my pictures, does my album have a theme, the questions are endless.
If you’re brand new to scrapbooking and don’t know where to start, or maybe you’re an avid stamper and card-maker and want to try your hand at scrapbooking, or maybe you’ve been scrapping for years and want a bit of a refresher, we’ve got the perfect guide for you:
The “Start Scrapbooking” Getting Started Guide has so many great tips and ideas to get you started on a scrapbook. Whether you’re scrapping from 25 years ago, or the birthday party your child had last weekend, this guide has everything you need to UNDERwhelm you. Here are a couple of samples from the guide:
This gets even better…
Stop by your local Archiver’s and grab your “Start Scrapbooking!” guide…absolutely free!
Happy Scrapping!
Tags: Archiver's, Archiver's Annex, Getting Started Guide, layouts, Products, Scrapbooking, Start Scrapbooking
