creatologie from carol wingert studio

A TRIP TO REMEMBER

 It's July and here in the Northern Hemisphere, some of us have already taken a much deserved and needed vacation while others are still in the planning or anticipation mode.  I love to travel and I love to take pictures of what I see...but it's really frustrating to come home with all of these fabulous images without a creative way to display them.

 

Enter "A Trip To Remember", a funky folder travel journal with six 9 1/2" x 11 1/2" interior pages to fill with your photos, stories and fond (or maybe not so fond :) memories.  Of course, what's six pages when so many of us come home with tons and tons of photos?  So, to provide some additional photo space, we are going to build a book within a book.

 

 This interior book that we will build from scratch is a tag flag book which will give you 18 mini surfaces on which to create.  Imagine that?  Eighteen little pages for your thoughts and photos.  Wow, how cool is that?

 

If you're new to book arts or if you've never created a book from scratch, no worries.  I will walk you through each step of this cool book and will provide photos of each step.  Trust me on this, you won't believe how easy it really is.  And, funky on top of all of that!

 

Here are some of the featured products in this kit:  a unique folder to form the base, travel/postage papers from Making Memories, several types of tags, ribbons and trims, new hardware from Tim Holtz's idea-ology line and 7 gypsies, fabrics, flowers, sticker letters and rub-ons.

 

This is definitely a fun project and it comes complete with a full set of instructions with color photos.

 

What if you don't have any trips to journal about?  Well, how about "A Day (or year) To Remember" or "A ______(event...you fill in the blank) To Remember"?  There's always something out there that you will want to remember.

 

PLEASE NOTE THIS MONTH'S ORDERING DIFFERENCE:  The only difference this month is that there will be three different product boxes in the PayPal storefront, depending on where the kit will be shipped...one box is for shipping within the US, one is for shipping to Canada and one is for shipping to all other international locations.  Each box has the shipping destination and corresponding total dollar amount...just click on the appropriate box and then the process is just like previous months.   Doing this will eliminate the need for me to collect additional dollars before shipping out the kits.

 

The kits are available for pre-order right now will begin shipping July 23rd. 

 

I've kept the pricing the same as previous months...$40.00 for the kit, $9.00 shipping within the US, $15.00 shipping to Canada and $20.00 shipping to other international locations. 

 

I'm looking forward to sharing this project with you...I've already got mine half filled with photos and journaling...of course, I've got a bit of a head start, don't I?

 

As always, thanks for reading, for your interest and for your orders.

 

From my studio to yours,

 

 

P.S.  Since quantities are limited, you may want to reserve your kit as soon as possible...I've gotten emails all week from disappointed people who missed out on June's white book kit...so pre-order today! :)

 

trim, anyone?

I've gotten some emails asking me if I had extra trim from the white book kit that I could sell.

Well, as a matter of fact, I do have some.  The quantities are very limited as the trims that I found were either vintage or were no longer being manufactured...love that (except for when I want more :))!  Anyway, I used up my stash to make some carded packs of trim which I am offering in my PayPal storefront today.

What do you get?  There are a total of seven trims on the card.  Six of the trims are 1 yard each and the cotton banner trim is 2/3 yard.  These trims are either identical or substantially similar to the ones included in the kit; i.e., similar width, similar color, similar quality.

The pack is tied with string and 3 tiny paper flowers.

The cost of the trim packs (with First Class shipping within the US included) is $15.00.

Unfortunately, I won't be able to ship these outside of the US.  Sorry.

These packs are ready to go...and will find a new zip code as soon as I get your order!  To place your order, simply click on the little photo in the PayPal storefront on the sidebar of either this blog or my personal blog.

Thanks for being a part of the creatologie community...for your orders...your fabulous testimonial comments posted on my blog...your heartwarming emails...love hearing from you!

I've gotten all sorts of emails this weekend...keyed into computers with gesso'ed fingers :)...totally made me grin to know that you are building your white books. 

ALL GONE...

...and I just wanted to say thanks to all who ordered a white book kit!

Wow...it's been an amazing month and I'm still getting out the last of the kits.  Looking forward to hearing about you building your books and seeing your unique twists on the project.

Right now, there's a pile on my counter...fun stuff like paper, office supplies, metal bits, interesting trims...not saying any more...you know that July is just around the corner and I've got some plans!  And, in looking at all of the fabric lint tracked through my house (from all of the fabric/trims I'd been cutting for DAYS!), I think that one of those plans is to sweep and clean my floors...today!

If you are signed up for advance emails, be on the lookout...I think you will like the next project!

In the meantime, hope you have a fabulous weekend!  I'm off to find the broom! :))

THE MANY FACES OF WHITE: SUMMER

 

 

WHITE...it's crisp, cool and refreshing, especially during the hot and humid days of summer.

 

 

Brand new for June from creatologie from carol wingert studio is "The Many Faces of White:  Summer".  This one is more of an album than a mini book.  It's 9"x 9" with page after page of layers of white...different shades of white...different textures of white...the many faces of white.

 

The white books that I previously created have been some of the most popular projects I've ever taught.  Several months ago, I received a request from friend Valerie who asked me if I would consider making the white book a sort of series.  You know, I thought that was a fabulous idea and began collecting bits and pieces to use for this kit.  And voila, here it is! 

 

 This kit includes a variety of papers (in shades of white, of course), including embossed and translucent papers, ribbons, vintage lace and trims, fabrics, flowers and buttons.  There's also a stencil sheet and special little embellishments.  And, there are techniques galore.  Of course, I'll be including a full set of instructions, complete with color photos of finished pages and step by steps when warranted.

 

In addition to your standard tools and supplies, you will need white and ivory paint, plus a small container of lightweight spackling compound (this is to keep the kit and shipping costs down).  The compound is readily available at home improvement and hardward stores.

 

FOR THE LOCAL ARTISTS READING THIS POST:  I WILL BE TEACHING THIS SAME BOOK AT SCRAPBOOKS, ETC. ON JUNE 20TH, 10:30-2:00.  PAINT AND TEXTURE MEDIUM WILL BE PROVIDED IN THE CLASSROOM SETTING.  I DON'T PLAN TO TEACH MY MONTHLY KIT CLASSES AT THE STORE OFTEN...IT'S JUST THAT I RECEIVED MANY, MANY REQUESTS FOR ANOTHER WHITE BOOK FROM STORE CUSTOMERS...SO HERE IT IS. 

 

 

I thought you might enjoy seeing the details on a couple of the pages.  The book has been formatted as multi-purpose...with no title and no theme other than everything inside is done in shades of white.  As I was building this project, I thought about a generic summer book that encompassed beach pix, parties, photos of your kids or grandkids in their summer linens and straw hats, etc.  This album would also be fabulous for a shabby wedding or baby book.

 

So, there you have it...The Many Faces of White:  Summer...shabby style.

 

This kit is available for pre-order immediately and will ship on June 24th, after I've taught the class on the 20th at SB, Etc.

 

Just make sure that you are clicking on the correct picture in the storefront as there are still a few May kits available for sale.

 

The pricing will remain the same as in May...$40.00 for the kit and $9.00 for shipping within the US, for a total of $49.00.    Additional shipping over and above the $9.00 to Canada is $6.00 and overseas is $11.00. 

 

To order your kit, just go to the PayPal storefront in the sidebar on the left.   Then, after you order your kit, imagine how refreshed you will feel while building this unique piece of art! :))

 

Thanks for your interest and for being a part of the monthly creatologie kit club.

 

From my studio to yours,

 

 

a peek at the inside...

I thought you might want a peek at the inside of the mini accordion that fits in the memory box.

Do you see the awesome flourish background?

Guess what?  You will be getting the stencil to make that in your kit...something you can use over and over again.  Fabulous!

I feel like a kid in a candy store surrounded by all of the beautiful products that will go into this kit.

Just thought I'd whet your appetite a bit.  If you haven't ordered your kit yet, there are still some left...just head over to the PayPal storefront on the left sidebar and click on "Buy".

Thanks to all of you who have placed your order...and thanks also for writing to me about the projects that you have created with your kits...knowing you are actually making your projects totally makes my day!

"JUST A THOUGHT" FOR MAY!

Brand new for May is a domed memory box.  You will be starting with a papier mache box, 5 1/2" x 7 1/2" x 4" high...quite ordinary...until you add the paper, ink, title, dome details, ball trim and darling little feet...that puts this box into the realm of extraordinary!

What's so cool about this box is that is large enough to be useful, yet has a small enough footprint to fit comfortably on a shelf or table.

And, do you know what else is so cool?  There is a domed lid on the top where you can insert your fabulous treasures.  The kit comes with the things you need to create a dome just like my sample, but there's nothing to stop you from inserting some of the things you would love to display.

GUESS WHAT????  THERE'S MORE!!!

There's also a 4x6 accordion book to decorate and insert into your box!

Think new papers from graphic 45 married to the always fabulous 7 gypsies papers, fun chipboard shapes from Maya Road, old book paper, and vintage lace and trims, all beautifully coordinated to create this fabulous little keepsake.  There are also punch out letters from graphic 45 and rub-on letters from 7 gypsies to help with journaling your thoughts.

When you complete your project, all you need to do is to add a few photos and some journaling and you have a unique and funky memory box complete with a beautiful interior mini book.

"Just A Thought"...that's what I've called this project.  So, instead of large pages with long, drawn out stories, this one will allow you to include a random thought about many random memories.  Pretty cool, don't you think?

The box and book project kit comes with a full set of instructions with color photos.  The kit price is $40 and shipping within the US is $9.00 (in Arizona, that amount includes sales tax too).  As you probably know, the US Postal Service is raising their rates on May 12th which is why the cost of shipping has gone up.  But, consider this.  The project that you will be receiving is really a class delivered to your door...and how much is that worth when you consider the cost of gas these days, plus the wear and tear on your vehicle.  Shipping to Canada is an additional $6.00 and overseas is an additional $11.00...not a bad deal when you compare it to flying to the US to take classes...:)).

Here's something else to consider:  I received an email the other day from someone who is stockpiling all of the kits she ordered since January.  She told me that she won't be taking a vacation away from home this summer so she is taking her vacation time to build the kit projects.  She's really excited about dedicating her time just to create.  I think it's an awesome idea!!!! :)

The project kit is up for pre-order right now...kits will begin shipping May 27th.

Thanks so much for looking and for your orders!

 

update...

Kits are gone...picked up earlier today by the postal service.

It was a harried week....and it was all about the birds.  Turns out that, because birds are in, they were out...out of stock, that is.  Maya Road was anxiously waiting for the container...and obviously, so was I.

Because they weren't exactly sure when the birds were going to arrive, I decided to do something extra in case I had a delay in shipping kits.  So, I ordered some Distress Crackle Paints in worn lipstick...and included a jar in each kit as a thanks for your patience sort of thing.

The birds arrived at 6 p.m. yesterday, making for a long night of stuffing and packaging.  Fortunately, it wasn't a long delay (just one day) and kits went out today...and if you ordered a kit, you'll be getting some fun paint to play with. To whet your appetite a bit, I've included a little snippet of something you will be making.

I did make several extra kits for those of you who sometimes email me after the "sold out" sign appears in my storefront.  So, if you're liking the snippets and you'd like to order your very own album kit, they are available!  Treat yourself to a small indulgence...and have fun creating too!

For those of you who ordered, be on the lookout for those birds coming home to roost!  And, many thanks for your order.

5/1/08 ETA:  The last kit sold last night...this is the 4th month of total sell-outs!  Thank you very much!

Do you want to see some snippets?

I thought I'd share some interior snippets of the April album. 

This one is chock full...8 spreads, each 8"x8", for a total of 16 pages, plus the cover. 

I just couldn't help myself...I ended up adding some of my photos and, as soon as I photograph it for the instructions, I'm putting in my journaling.  I think I inspired myself! 

If you are thinking about ordering, I still have a few kits left...but I'm guessing they will probably go pretty quickly this week.  If you've ordered your kit (or kits!), thanks so much!

APRIL = SPECIAL

What is it about April that's so special?

When I think of April, I think of the wonderful colors of spring that are beginning to emerge...the flowers, the special hue of green on the new tree leaves, the new sprigs of spring grass and how brown takes on a new shade against all of that beautiful green.  That was the inspiration for the colors of this book.

This month's kit is all about those gorgeous spring tones...think pink, spring green and gorgeous chocolate brown...can I just say yummy?!?  (I have to tell you that I spent a lot of time browsing through new product before I decided on this combo.)  The base of the project is an 8" x 8" chipboard binder from Maya Road (it's a great size for photos and journaling).  Add to that the brand new Sultry line from Basic Grey, large and small chipboard birds from Maya Road, silk and satin ribbon, tulle, buttons, vintage flowers, Basic Grey rubons and chipboard alphabet and a fabulous clear stamp from Fontwerx...and of course, all of those little surprises that come in each month's kit...may I just tell you that it's a glorious project?

I titled my book "special" and the little pink tag says "you are".  Because you will have a full set of letters, you can customize the title...after all, it's your book.

So, think about spring...think about Mother's Day...think about special moments, special days and special people and you will have your own special binder filled with great colorful memories.

Shipping cost within the USA is included in the cost of the kit...shipping to Canada is an additional $3.00 and all other international locations require an additional $8.00.

Pre-orders begin today...KITS BEGIN SHIPPING APRIL 24TH.

Thanks so much for your interest and your orders!

what's happening?

Just wanted to give you a quick update on the newest kit...it's in process and due to ship out on March 26th as promised.

I'm also collecting, scheming, browsing for the next kit...I hope you will really like it!

Just the other day, someone asked me the question about why it took so long for me to ship my kits after I posted the project on my site.  She said she wasn't criticizing, but was just curious.  It really was a good question so I thought I'd address it in case others wondered the same thing.

There are a lot of kit clubs out there and the majority of them are product based rather than the creation of an actual project.  Most of those are sold by subscription so that the club owners know exactly how many kits will going out each month.

I offer people the option to buy every month rather than doing a subscription.  The reason for that is that I want you to have a choice about whether you purchase that month or not.  The reality is that in any given month, there may be a project that you may not like or need, colors that don't fit within your scheme or maybe you just don't have the time or dollars budgeted for another kit that month.  The result of that is that I need to wait several days after posting to even have an idea about how many kits I will need to prepare and then order/buy my products accordingly.

The other thing is that these kits are custom project kits (created especially for selling online-not previously taught so these aren't leftovers :)) with step by step instructions...it's like a class that is delivered to your home in a box.  That being said, sometimes you sign up for a class at your LSS months before the class actually runs...it builds anticipation, plus allows the instructor to complete the steps necessary to prepare for an awesome class.  And just like prepping for a class, these kits take lots of time (not complaining...I love the process!).  I scour all sorts of stores and sites shopping for unique, non-scrapping items and sometimes create custom papers for that month's kit.  For example, the pic in this post is my kitchen table with custom papers drying on it (if you ordered a kit, you will LOVE the feel of this page!!!!)...this is just one installment of many that will be drying on there today.  March's kit has two such custom papers...not printed but actually made by me by hand.  I love doing it...love the idea that you will have custom items each month.  The bottom line for you is that you have projects with totally unique items and papers...isn't that fun?

In addition to the custom stuff, there are shapes and journaling blocks to die cut,  steps of techniques and pages to photograph, instructions to write and print and then finally, kitting it all together, boxing it up and shipping it.  Just like a class, only way more kits and delivered to your door!

For me, it's worth the time.  I hope that you think it's worth the wait!