What A Way to Start the Week

Wow I wish every week could start off like yesterday- it was full of friends, wonderful food, beauty beyond measure and I even got lovely presents. Which I did not need but absolutely love- even the one that made me blush- which was kinda silly of me but... 



As usual I forgot my camera. Ironic isn't it since I own a scrapbook store; however, Jackie has some beautiful pictures on her blog and Katie is going to send me hers later this week. So for now you will have to hop over to Good Grief Girdie for all the excitement. Thank you all for a magical afternoon- it was beyond wonderful!

One of several new Pink Paislee lines

New Somerset " Mingle" great magazine to get ideas for parties and gatherings- however they have absolutely NOTHING on the 6 of you from yesterday!

Spring Jubilee from Pink Paislee a great line to use for Easter. The colorful tablecloth from Funktion was just too pretty to hang in the corner. It would be a perfect addition for your Easter table. What's even better a very chic Classen Curve  store carries this line of linens and aprons but at a huge markup. Why pay extra?!

A wall of new Tim Holtz goodies

Still a few openings in Medeah's mixed media canvas class this Thursday, March 29th from 5:30-8:30. Cost is $45.00. Please call the store to reserve your class spot.

Enjoy this beautiful day! 

Spring Treats

Basic Grey Plumeria

Boxes and boxes of new items have arrived the past few weeks. Just as I get them situated, more boxes arrive at my back stoop. Here are just a few of the new items that have made their way to the front of the store.

Also from Pink Paislee, this fun line from Christy Tomilinson

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Several new lines from Pink Paislee including Heidi Swapp's Sugar Chic- come quick this is flying out the door!

We also got in a new shipment from Somerset Studios including- Somerset Life, Somerset Memories, Mingle and Journaling. They are all wonderful but I'm partial to Somerset Life because....

 

Our very own Renee Rogers has several wonderful projects featured in this edition. Congratulations Renee!

Don't forget to sign up for Heather's classes this weekend. Enjoy this stormy day



It's Time to Hop Off that Fence

I'm a procrastinator. I have always been and probably will always be one. I crammed the night before a test, bday party stuff is always done the night before and I have never been to bed on Christmas eve before 3. My mom was a procrastinator; growing up I remember hearing the sewing machine hum late into the night, especially before I needed a costume, dress, formal or even my wedding dress.

Usually it's an OK thing if you can handle the stress; however, when it comes to our traveling teachers- it's BAD- very Bad!

We have three teachers coming into town in the next few days to weeks. Heather is scheduled to come this weekend. She is the closest - about 3 hours but it's still a trek (I know, I made it this am) and she is pregnant- lots of restroom stops. KC is coming mid April from Colorado for a weekend of fun. Not sure the drive time but would guess 8-10ish, not a quick trip. Finally Colette is coming the first weekend in May all the way from Canada.

Needless to say there is a lot of traveling in the next month. I know there has been a lot of talk about all of these classes but also a lot of fence sitting. Nothing worse than having a teacher come in to Paper Crown for a mediocre turnout. So if you are interested in Heather, KC or Colette's classes please check your calendars and sign up. It will make planning much easier for us and you have a wonderful class to look forward to attending.

Here is a brief run down of these inspiring teacher's classes-  

Santos Doll

Fri., March 23rd 4-7 continuing Sat., March 24th 3-6

$90, Heather



Treasure Box

Sat., March 24th

 11-2

$90, Heather

 

Crazy Quilt

Thurs., April 12th

10-4:30

KC, sign up at www. studioretreats.ngs

Collage Camp

Fri., April 13th

10-4:30 

KC, sign up at studioretreats.ngs.

Shrine

 Sat., April 14th

10-4

KC, sign up at studioretreats.ngs

Cottage

Fri., May 4th 10-1

or

Sat., May 5th 10-1

Colette, $90

Paper Collage Bird

Fri., May 4th

3-5:30

Collette, $90

Birdies

Sat., May 5th

3-5:30

Colette, $90

* new class just added today!

It's time to hop off the fence ladies. I know you will be interested in several classes so please check your calendars and call the store at 405 848-2389 to reserve your class seat. Thank you!





Spring Break Break

Paper Crown will be taking a little Spring Break Tuesday, March 20. We will be closed on Tuesday the 20th and back to business on Wed., March 21 at noon. Katie is competing in a contest at Baylor on Tuesday evening and she asked that mom be present. I realize those opportunities to watch her "shine" in school events are quickly coming to a close so I'm taking advantage of them. I apologize for any inconvenience.

It was a rainy start to Spring Break so what better than a painting day or two...

Sunday was Kid's Camp and we did one of my favorites. Each student created 3 signature flowers, painted those on their canvas and then passed their canvas to the right. It's a group painting but everyone gets to take one home. This group was 2nd - 6th graders.

A very happy camper! And a very talented one to boot.

We did the same thing today for a birthday party- just older girls. Their canvases turned out beautifully!

Enjoy this rainy evening- a great night for a good book. I'm trying to finish the Hunger Games before I see the movie. I love it when my kids recommend I book- I just love it when they read! See you Wed. - all the new goodies will be out

Overload

Pink Paislee London Market

The inventory part of our computer has been on overload lately. New goodies this week include: Basic Grey, Pink Paislee, May Arts and OU and OSU paper. Goodies yet to be being unpacked- Cosmo Cricket, Heidi Swapp and Tim Holtz. Here are some peeks.....

New Ribbon from May Arts

Oct. Afternnon Sasparilla

Pink Paislee Spring Jubilee

The store will be closed on Saturday, March 17th at 1:30 for Ms. Cheri's  wedding. I will stay open on Friday, March 16th until 7pm.

Miss Heather is Coming to Town!

She is even better than Santa Claus- much more creative and a weekend of girl fun!

Here is the skinny on the two WONDERFUL classes Heater Ales will be teaching next weekend at Paper Crown. I can not wait! As always, please call the store at 405 848-2389 to reserve your class seat.

Santos Doll

Fri., March  23rd 4-7pm and finish up Sat., March 24th 3-6pm

$90.00

Santos dolls were created as early as in the 17th century. Join me as I share how to create your very own Santos in the 20th century! Together, we’ll spend two days carving, sculpting, painting, glittering, and staining as you create your very own personal and lovely 18" tall Santos doll. Please be sure to attend both days, otherwise your doll will not be completed.

All supplies will be provided except for the following list of basic supplies that each student will need to bring with them:

Exacto Knife & Cutting Mat

Scissors

Apron (we are going to be getting messy!)

Pencil

Hot Glue Gun & Extension Cord

Paint Brushes ( ½ ”, ¼”, and other small bristled brushes)

Mod Podge (Glossy or Matte, whichever you prefer)

I will have a variety of colors, but if you would like your Santos to have a specific skin tone or dress, please bring those paint colors with you.



Treasure Box

Sat., March 24th

11am-2pm

$70.00

 

Memories are made to be remembered and seen forever. This special soldered Treasure Box was designed to dimensionally display your special memories, whether they be of your sweet family, weddings, or graduations. In this 3 hour class, we will construct this glass box, solder its seams for posterity, create a hinged lid (so that you can change out your memory display whenever the mood strikes), solder on decorative feet and a piece of sparkle to the front. (I think this is my most favorite project yet!)

 

All supplies will be provided except for the following list that each student will need to bring with them:

Soldering Station (tile/work space, soldering iron, stand, lead-free solder, flux, flux brush, clamps, bent nosed hemostats, & sharpie)

Scissors

Wet & Dry Adhesive

Pencil

Paper Trimmer

Your favorite paper crafting “must-have’s”



All That Glitters

All that glitters is gold- and silver and sparkly! Don't want you to miss out on a great opportunity to learn all the ins and outs of those wonderfully sparkly Tattered Angels products. A Tips and Techniques class will be held tomorrow, Tuesday, March 13th from 5:30-7:30 at Paper Crown. You will get all your questions answered about these products and learn lots of new techniques taught by certified Tattered Angel's instructors. You will get a ton of inspiration for just $35.00. It's a steal of a deal. Call the store at 848-2389 to register.

 A second Tattered Angel's class will be offered tomorrow, March 13th from 1:00-4:00 at Paper Crown. This also has some new techniques but you will learn them while completing this fun mini journal. Cost is $40.Call the store to sign up for one or even both of these classes- I guarantee you will learn new techniques that can be used on all of your crafting projects.

Hopefully coming this week- Pink Paislee, Tim Holtz, Making Memories and lots of new ribbons!