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Let the Sun Shine In!

Wow…what a gorgeous day…looks like the May Grey may be gone for awhile! Love waking up to a beautiful sunshiny day. It’s gonna’ be bright…and oh-so-fun this week at Ever After. It’s hoppin’ over yonder with great new products and classes.

In New Product News…

-Custom High School Albums and new papers! Carlsbad, El Camino, Vista, Rancho Buena Vista…Seriously, boys and girls…this latest round of custom products is bar none. The albums are going fast and rightly so…I even want one for my days at Vista High, Home of the Panthers! The papers are perfect for the graduate in your life…surprise him or her with a tribute album for graduation this year.

-High School Musical stickers! We’re all in this together, Getcha’ Head in the Game and more. Disney, Disney and more Disney…you asked for it, you got it. Lots of paper and embellies for those magical days at the happiest place on earth.

-New Little Yellow Bicyle glitter papers, die cut papers, rub-ons and more.

-New Me and My Big Ideas embellishments…lots of themes and lots of spunk.

-The Paper Gator…the latest and coolest tool for cutting corners on acrylic sheets and multiple layers of chipboard…how stinkin’ cool is that?

Happenings in Studio C this Week…

-The uber-talented Casey Rivas, Rusty Pickle chef, will be teaching this Saturday, May 17^th from 10 to noon. Her CD album is filled with Hambly and rub-ons from a variety of sources. It’s eclectic and wonderful…don’t miss out…anything Casey creates is a masterpiece. Call the store for more details.

-Why not make it a weekend of learning? Come back on Sunday for Alyson Serrato’s “A 1,000 Words” Tribute Album. She uses Teresa Collins’ papers and embellies to create a unique chipboard album that can feature your favorite photos. The color scheme is red, black and crème, generic enough for any event and perfect for black and white photos. This Sunday, May 18^th from 11-1. Even Ms. Teresa Collins herself mentioned this project on her blog! She was very impressed with Alyson’s creation and now it’s being taught here at Ever After!

-Card making with Liz is back on Sunday from 2-4. Join Liz as she teaches you how to make several all-occasion cards. Surprise someone with a handmade card and be prepared to get hooked on using your scrap supplies to make cards.

Celebrating Armed Forces Day at Ever After

Please join us on Saturday, May 17^th from 10-2 for a FREE Military Card Make-n-Take with Tina of My Military Hero. Tina’s line of military stamps are unique and perfect for our area. Treat your hero to a handmade card and honor your hero this Armed Forces Day!

No photos for now, but they’re coming!!!! Our DSL router is on the fritz so AT&T ison their way today to fix it…Now back to preparing for our Scrapbooking Cruise to Cabo…just seven days away!!! Woohooo!

Have a bright, sunshiny day!

Camille and the EA chicks

A Mother's Day Treat...Loads More New PRoduct Has Arrived!

Including the much-anticipated Love, Elsie Recipe Box...Adorable packaging and such a clever idea....in fact, loads of ideas. Here she is...the belle of the scrapbooking ball...

Then there's the new collection from Little Yellow Bicycle...gorgeous die cut papers, whimsical bird rub-ons, glitter papers, chipboard shapes and much more. The colors are seriously delicious. Take a peek for yourself.

The long-awaited Rouge de Garance from France is here. There's really nothing else like these designs...very chic and hip and artsy. You'll love the bright bold colors. Do you see the new Kelly Panacci acrylic stamps we snuck in that display too? There are some really cool designs and they are selling at lightning speed. So if you're a Kelly P. fan or an acrylic stamp fanatic in general, then this is a must see.

Speaking of KELLY PANACCI, we love this lady!!! She is such a talented artist and has created the most beautiful product for us to enjoy. We just put out her new lines and they are stunning. Plus, there's more from Sandylion that will knock your socks off like the beach line and the Vegas line...soooooo fun.

Aren't the colors wonderful? Doesn't that just brighten up the May Grey skies we've been experiencing?

Okay, one more "aerial" shot of our NEW ARRIVALS WALL. As you can see it's bursting with new product...just in time for Mother's Day. Give mom a gift she'll love...AN EVER AFTER GIFT CARD will bring a smile to her face! 

Seriously, there's more than what we just featured...but we'll keep that for tomorrow's post...got my son's baseball game and Duran Duran tonight!!!! Forever an 80's Girl!

I'll leave you with this oh-so-nice comment from our L.A. croppers from this National Scrapbook Day Crop, the ones I talked about in the last post. Here's what they sent me today...just made my week!

Hello Camille & Staff,

I just want to say THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU!  You and your staff made our visit to Ever After over the weekend a wonderful experience not only was your staff very attentive and super nice but all your customers attending the friday crop and NSD crop where really nice and sweet.  We loved the atmosphere and enjoy your facilities and the food was delicious!  You guys did a wonderful job!!!!

Your Friends from San Pedro (L.A. county)

Ole! National Scrapbook Day, Survivor Crop Kickoff, and Loads of New Products!

Check out this Ever After Scrappin' Posse!! Are they the cutest? This is just a sampling of the fun and fab girls who hung out with us all weekend-long as we celebrated National Scrapbook Day. Our studio was overflowing with croppers from all over...some from Los Angeles, some from the East County, some from Murrieta. The crazy loco croppers got a little wild around the a.m. hours and started rapping EA songs...so hilarious! Check out the full album of all the FIESTA-tivities to the the left. Lots of pictures with the mariachis, sombreros and maracas. 

NEW, NEW, NEW...as usual...the shelves are brimming with new product. Check out the latest from K&Company. Just the names of the lines are enough to make us swoon. Introducing Blue Awning and Sea Glass. There's really nothing else like them on the market...absolutely stunning. Hurry, these lines are gonna go fast.

 

We have new Love, Elsie...Maya Road...Anna Griffin...Petaloo...GCD Studios...Karen Foster...and much much more. Here's a peek at more....

AND INTRODUCING ONE OF THE HOTTEST NEW MANUFACTURERS...PinK PaiSLee. The acrylic stamps are going fast...such a fun and funky new line.

Survivor Crop Kickoff Party Girls: I thought I'd leave you with a photo of these lovely pink ribbon women. Aren't they adorable? We enjoyed pink rice krispy treats, pink pound cake, and pink drinks as we celebrated the beginning of Survivor Crop 2008 registration. We had over 20 people sign up since the party!!!

Thank you to the countless ladies who spent the weekend with us celebrating in true fiesta style. We LOVE YOU ALL!

Peace and Blessings and Happy Scrapping!

Camille and John and the cute senoritas at Ever After!

Mad Hatter Bus Tour a Smashing Success!

Wow...what a phenomenal day we all had! Our 3rd Annual Bus Tour was a smashing success! We just downloaded 122 photos from the day's events. Check out the Mad Hatter Photo Album to the left. We had 155 participants and they all had rave reviews about their magical journey. A special thanks to the EA staff for all their hard work and dedication to making it a success; to Monica Martin for creating an awesome make-n-take; to Janell Hull for being the catering goddess, again; to Ghia Nellis for jumping in and helping kit the make-n-takes and finish name badges; to Zach, Johnny, Jessica and all other sons and daughters of staff and friends that pitched in to help; to Sophia at Strictly for staying calm during her power outage; to Chris and Shelly at Collective Journey for dressing up as Alice and the Queen of Hearts; to Elena and her crew at Scrapbook Royalty for breakfast and helping to raise money for the Komen Foundation; to Sheila and Liz for all their help on Saturday; and finally, last but not least, to our amazing bus tour hostesses with the mostesses, Kari and Gina...you girls never cease to amaze me. Don't miss out on the next tour...it will be a most memorable day.

NATIONAL SCRAPBOOK DAY NEWS....

FRIDAY NIGHT CROP SOLD OUT

SATURDAY ALL DAY CROP 2/3 SOLD OUT

HUGE, ONE DAY SALE IN LESS THAN 48 HOURS...

FRIDAY, MAY 2 FROM 8 A.M. TILL 6 P.M.

25% OFF EVERYTHING IN THE STORE*

(minimum purchase required)

-GOODIE BAG TO FIRST 50 THROUGH THE DOOR (limit one per household)

-FIRST 50 OVER $50 IN PURCHASES RECEIVE ANOTHER AMAZING GIFT

-MAKE-N-TAKE WITH JAMI PETERSEN OF SCRAPBOOKING.COM 10-2

-SOME ITEMS MARKED DOWN TO 50-60% OFF!

Okay, so now you know why I haven't been blogging lately!!! LOL Grab a girlfriend or two for this fantastic weekend of events.

Peace, Love and Happy National Scrapbook Day...

Camille and John and Zach too!

A SHout OuT

   Wow…what a great feeling! Today was my first day back from recovering from knee surgery and I hobbled into the store and immediately my day brightened up! I must give a SHOUT OUT to the EA Girlz! The store looks awesome with loads and loads of new product. Plus, they moved the class samples up to the front and they look fantastic! Another SHOUT OUT to the talented EA Teacherz. You all did a phenomenal job at designing your classes…here’s a sneak peek at the outstanding classes being offered.

“If You Believe” Bo Bunny Word Book is Magical

Offered Just Twice

Tomorrow, Tuesday March 25 or Thursday, April 10^th

6-9 p.m.

Believe in the magic! Join us for an album that celebrates the Happiest Place on Earth! Bring those fun Disney photos and you’ll leave with a completed “Mouse”-terpiece! Oh so adorable and oh so affordable at just $35!

Only Two Spots left for Monica’s Beachy Keen Wood Banner.

Thursday, April 3^rd, 7-9 p.m.

It’s all about the Surf, Sand, Sun girls! Monica uses the new BoBunny Beachy Keen line and Kaiser Wood products to create a one-of-a-kind masterpiece. What a great way to display some precious beach photos. Great for any room of the house or office! Just $25.

Photoshop Elements Level One with Bevin Dunn of digitalginger.com

This Sunday, March 30^th  1-5

You’ve been asking and waiting and it’s finally here! A ½ day workshop on how to create digital scrapbook layouts with ease using Adobe Photoshop Elements. Learn the basics of page creation hands-on while you make multiple layouts throughout the class. Tour the program, learn how to start a new layout and bring in your photos, how to add digital papers and elements, learn about layers, and add simple journaling and titles to pages. Class includes FREE digital products to get you started, online class website with notes, tutorials and challenges.You will need :

• Your own laptop (PC recommended*)
• Photoshop Elements 6.0 (Free 30 day trial available at http://www.adobe.com/go/gntray_dl_trialdownloads).

Don’t miss the awesome opportunity to learn from a digital scrapbook designer!

Casey Rivas is Back with an Inspiring Mini Album

Sunday, April 13^th  2-5

It was once said, “Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away.”  That is the theme for this special mini-book entitled, Little Wonders.  It is built around a song by Rob Thomas in which he sings there is wonder in the simplest of moments in our lives. Think of those little pink shoes your daughter favors, the way your partner laughs, the cute knock-knock jokes your son makes up, and so on.  We all have these little wonders in our lives; let's celebrate them in an album to cherish forever!  Gather up those supplies and photos of your favorite moments and join us for this class that you will not soon forget!  Created and taught by Rusty Pickle designer, Casey Rivas, you'll get the opportunity to play with some of the latest papers in the Rusty Pickle collection- Lucky!  Hues of green and blue, buttons, flowers, rhinestones and more adorn this album to make it a one-of-a-kind treasure for you and your family to enjoy! $45.

“SHE”- A Tribute to Mom by Allyon Serrato

Sunday, May 4^th  1-4

Absolutely divine…Teresa Collins would be so proud!!! Allyson has created the most amazing mini album using Teresa’s new Damask line. Black, white and teal are the colors that make the foundation for this lovely book. Would make a phenomenal Mom’s Day Gift (look at the charm on the front, isn’t it magnificent?!) Remember, Mother’s Day is right around the corner and imagine the look on her face when she unwraps a handmade gift like this one. Just $40.

Girlfriends Weekend is Coming…

Just 12 Days Away…

5 Scrapbook Celebrities

Leah Fung, Johanna Peterson, Donna Salazar, Wendy Reed and Candice Carpenter

One K-FABULOSO Weekend with Six classes, a crop, a page layout contest, goody bags, prizes and mingling with some of the industry’s finest. Plus, enjoy a catered breakfast and lunch on both days, plus a Saturday night chocolate fountain delight! Limited spots available, hurry and sign up today! 

THIS JUST IN...Leah Fung, designer extraordinnaire, just back from her African Safari...sent me these sneak peeks of the some of the FAB projects you'll be working on if you are part of the Girlfriends Weekend on April 5-6... She promises more photos soon. Think about it...six classes, four meals, a crop with scrapbook celebrities, a chocolate fountain, prizes, goody bag...what's not to love????

Bus Tour is Filling Fast....Hurry, Only 7 Days to Take Advantage of Early Bird Sign Up Discount!

Don't Miss The Fun Bus!!! Ever After's Third Tour de Crop is sure to be a blast! Grab a girlfriend or two...hey, we even have one gal who's grabbed her husband for the ride!!! You'll be transported in luxury to two magical destinations where you'll enjoy a sit-down tea party and prizes and make-n-takes galore....We have so much planned for you! Call the store to sign up, Just $45 if you sign up by March 31st.

Okay, gotta go ice the knee...one more big Shout Out to Sheri Weems who loaned me her ice-machine that has made my knee recovery about 100 times easier!!! You are a gem of a friend, Sheri.

Peace to all, Check your email box for exciting March Madness Savings this week!

Camille and The EA Girlz

Three Perfect Words...

Prima...

Making Memories...

KI...

Okay, well three and a half!

All New CHA-Released...Flowers, Stamps, Paper, Lace Cardstock, Embellishments...Making Memories Animal Crackers is so wonderful.

Photos to be posted soon...I promise!

Don't delay, though. The new stuff is going fast..

Shiny, Happy People...But Why????

HOW MUCH FUN CAN YOU HAVE? WHAT DO ALL THESE SMILING FACES HAVE IN COMMON? WHAT COULD IT POSSIBLY BE?

IT'S EVER AFTER'S 3RD ANNUAL TOUR DE CROP BUS TOUR...

THIS TIME IT'S A TEA PARTY THEME...THAT'S RIGHT, YOU'LL BE TREATED LIKE ROYALTY AS WE WISK YOU AWAY TO TWO MAGICAL LOCATIONS, STRICTLY SCRAPBOOKING IN CERRITOS AND COLLECTIVE JOURNEY IN REDLANDS. ON APRIL 26TH, JOIN US FOR WHAT'S SURE TO BE A DAY TO REMEMBER!

HURRY, TIME IS RUNNING OUT ON OUR EARLY BIRD SIGN UP BONUS...

Sign up by March 31st and pay just $45. The price goes to $50 on April 1st.

-huge discounts, an awesome make-n-take, a great souvenir goody bag, raffle prizes and this just in...

SCRAPBOOK ROYALTY TO DONATE CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST BEFORE WE BOARD THE BUS!!!

Don't Miss the Bus...Call a Girlfriend or two or three and sign up today!

More Great New CHA-Released Product!

Many of you know I have been out this week recuperating from knee surgery. Thank you to all who have emailed and called, your well wishes have made this week a bit easier. The surgery was a huge success, now is just the time to sit back and heal. Most of you know, I don't sit still well, so I've been catching up on reading, some movies, and emails! I wanted to make sure you are updated, so read on for exciting product news...

The great group of gals at EA has been wonderful about holding down the fort and making sure you all are well taken care of. They let me know about all the fun new goodies that have come in, and, although there are no photos (YET), I'm sure you'll enjoy knowing about their arrivals. So here goes:

-Grafton from Scenic Route! Totally awesome surf-look…bright colors…simply stunning.

-New Maya Road…lots of chipboard books. Maya Road was one of our favorites from the CHA show.

-Paper Loft heritage papers and embellishments. Perfect for those family heritage photos.

-Inque Boutique, the newest acrylic stamp company on the block. Very affordable and super cute designs.

-Lots of travel and other terrific themes from Sugartree and Stamping Station.

-Two new idea books: Photo Freedom by Staci Julian from the makers of Simple Scrapbooks

and Computer Tricks for Scrapbooking 2 by Jessica Sprague from the makers of Creating Keepsakes Magazine.

-A boatload of Bazzill cardstock...need we say more?

PLUS, a huge restock of acrylic blocks, inks, adhesives, albums (we have the new Pioneer Memories Bling Albums...so fashionable!)

Check your email box for a LUCKY coupon valid this weekend only. And remember, the weather calls for rain and that means, it's a perfect time for scrapbooking and paper crafting. Enjoy each moment, for each moment is a gift!

Camille and the entire EA Team

As promised, here are photos of the latest round of CHA new product lines pouring into the store. We are loving all the new, and from the looks of it, you will too! If you're receiving our email updates, you must check your email box tonight, girlfriends. We have an Outstanding Spring Forward Coupon on NEW Product!!!

My Mind's Eye: Has come out with three new lines, two are pictured here. 29th Street and Wild Asparagus: The Sequel. Absolutely charming...makes scrappin' a breeze with matching everything!

and Reminisce too! Jungle Fever, It's All Relative, Tropical Passion, Graduation, Dance and more...

Here's our friend Ghia getting excited about all the new Cosmo Cricket! (Isn't she adorable?) And Cosmo might I add would be very proud...we couldn't resist not one ounce of the new...so as you walk in the doors at EA you'll find "Get Happy", :) Cogsmo, and Fleuriste...plus, just to tantalize us some more, the new Blackboard (chipboard in black) books. Aaahhh, life is good...

Then add a little bling to your day by checking out the new Glitz Design, awesome rhinestone "frosting" and totally unique papers. Adorn-it's new Cowgirl and Cowboy are super cute and Jenni Bowlin is timeless.

Here's Simone-y checking in more...(alas, we need sustenance and sleep!)

Had to give a shout out to my BFF(2) Heidi Proulx, who brought her cropping buddies from Murrieta for a field trip to Ever After. Aren't they gorgeous? And their little guys were most precious...great job guys, letting the moms have a field day! and, finally, the day ends with the most magnificent sunset I've seen in months...aahhh the signs of spring, saying goodbye to winter, welcoming the beauty of a new season, taking a moment to soak in the beauty of creation, thanking the Creator...for a most lovely day.

looking forward to being part of your day soon...the EA girls!

Looking for Something New and Exciting?

   

Then, stop by quick…this new stuff is going fast!

-American Crafts' hugely popular Thickers (we had one gal who came in and bought one of each!), brads, photo turns...3-D Embellies Galore…

-Daisy D’s Rub-On Tape four NEW delicious borders to choose from

-New Clear Scraps Acrylic Albums: a tiara, a house, a dog bone, cool photo frames and stars and much more. A must see, and the most affordable acrylic on the block.

-Flair Designs Easter Collection. Adorable, sweet, and precious. Not too many companies have Easter designs, so get it while it's here. Remember, Easter is early this year...March 23rd!

-Kaiser Craft. The Aussies won our hearts at this show. We bought everything...AS IN EVERYTHING IN THE BOOTH. -Rhinestones, Rub-ons, Laser Cuts out of wood (how cool to paint and distress and add bling and oh my, Double-sided paper, wood shaped books and home décor. This line is selling very fast...but there's still lots to choose from.

-Teresa Collins all three new lines: Bella Girl, Boardwalk and Damask. (Couldn't resist including this photo with the star of the CHA show, debuting her outstanding new lines. And if you haven't heard about how her products work with the Zutter bind-it-all and dreamkutz, then you need to stop by for a visit and let us show you!)

Coming Tuesday (as in today!!!) ALL NEW, NEW, NEW AND WILDLY EXCITING

-Cosmo Cricket: Fleuriste, Get Happy, Cogsmo

-Reminisce: Coastal Passion, Dance Studio, Graduation, My Jungle Safari, It’s All Relative, Tropical Elements

-Carolee’s Creations

-Imaginisce For Peeps Sakes Easter line

-Jenni Bowlin: Tangerine Dream

tAKING my CAmERa Wi TH ME TODAY!!! Will POsT PiCs lATE TONIGHT!

From all of us at Ever After...Peace to you today and Happy Shopping!