Busy, Busy, Busy...

We have been very busy at The Scrapbook Princess over the past month, lots of new stock, two new series of classes that are proving to be extremely popular and stocktaking. It's that time of year again.

Melinda has also decided it's time to sell the business so The Scrapbook Princess is for sale. This is a fantastic opportunity for the dedicated scrapper wanting to take her hobby to the next level. The Scrapbook Princess is an established shop with great brand name recognition in the marketplace. There is the opportunity to expand web opportunities which we have not started. There is also the opportunity to franchise for the true entrepreneur.
The current shop has a 3 year lease option ready to be taken or current space can be downsized in existing centre or easily relocated. Full fit out included. Substantial email client contact list is also included.Will sell for current stock and fitout cost. Please contact The Scrapbook Princess with your expressions of interest at scrapbookshop4sale@gmail.com with your name and contact details.

Classes for this month:

Fabulous Four III with Debi
Wednesday 10th June, 9.30am - 12.00pm

Fabulous Four I with Debi
Tuesday 16th June, 7.00pm - 9.30pm

These Fabulous Four classes are extremely popular and are a great way to get your scrapbooking done quickly. With the use of four pieces of pattern paper and a great pattern you will create two eye-catching double page layouts without wasting a single piece. Each class featured different sketches and you don't need to have attended any of the previous classes to start the new ones.
These class book quickly so don't miss out.

Basic Beginner with Kerryn
Thursday 18th June, 7.00pm - 9.30pm

Have you completed the Beginners class and are not sure what to do next? This book into Beyond Beginners with Kerryn who will show you the next step for scrapbooking. In this class we will explore the use of titles, embellishments and other elements of creating an eye-catching layout. A very informative and hands on class. Just what you need to get those creative juices flowing.

Terrific Trio VII-XII Catch-up with Debi
Wednesday 24th June, 9.30am - 12.00pm

With a new series of layout classes starting and with the Terrific Trio classes now over this is your last chance to catch up on any of the patterns and layouts you missed from Terrific Trio VII through to Terrific Trio XII. Just let us know at time of booking which class you missed and we will make sure to catch up. These will not be repeated again so book now.

Copy That III - Mere Male with Kerryn
Tuesday 30th June, 7.00pm - 9.30pm

This is another great series of layout classes that take the guesswork out of scrapbooking. Come along and create a masculine inspired layout just like the one on display in store. Kerryn will show you step by step how to create this macho layout ready to just add your photos. It's so easy when Kerryn has done all the work for you. Don't miss it.

We look forward to seeing you at some of our classes.
Happy Scrapping
The Scrapbook Princess Team

Classes - Week starting 27th April

We have a busy week of classes this week especially with Mother's Day just around the corner. Check out the descriptions and sneak peeks below.

Stunning Singles with Kerryn

Tuesday 28th April 7.00pm - 9.30pm

In this class Kerryn will show you how to create a stunning single page layout featuring one special photo using the beautiful Daisy Bucket range of papers. Kerryn will show you step by step how to create the layout and you will learn how to mix your pattern papers as you scrap. This class is filling fast so book now.

Fabulous Four I with Debi

Wednesday 29th April 9.30am - 12.00

The Terrific Trio classes were such a success we decided to get a bit more adventurous. In this fantastic class yo will create four pages (or two double page layouts) using four pieces of pattern paper. This is a great class to learn how to layer and mix your pattern papers in an eye-catching way.

This class is full but make sure you put your name on the waiting list so we can contact you with new dates for this class.

Creative Card Container with Debi

Thursday 30th April 7.00pm - 9.30pm

With Mother's Day just around the corner, this cute card container is just perfect for a Mother's Day gift. Either make it for your Mum to store the cards she has received or fill it with cards from the Creative Card class the following Thursday night. Fun to make and even more fun to decorate.

Beyond Beginners with Kerryn

Friday 1st May 7.00pm - 9.30pm

Have you completed the Beginners class and are not sure what to do next? This book into Beyond Beginners with Kerryn who will show you the next step for scrapbooking. In this class we will explore the use of titles, embellishments and other elements of creating an eye-catching layout. A very informative and hands on class. Just what you need to get those creative juices flowing.

NEW STOCK - MUST HAVES

Heaps of new stock has arrived and you just have to check it all out. We now have in stock the gorgeous Little Yellow Bicycle Baby Safari range for boys and girls. This fantastic range includes beautiful diecut pattern papers, glitter papers and lovely double-sided pattern papers along with a great range of embellishments. The Clear Cuts shapes, frames and titles are just divine, the cardstock stickers journaling pieces and alphas are beautiful and the Flannimals are extremely cute. This is one range not to miss. (Makes me wish I had babies again - and that does not happen often) Pictured above.

Also new in store is the 7 Gypsies Gypsy Market Paper range. The deep earth tones in this range of papers are simply stunning. The hint of Asian influence on these papers make these the perfect pattern papers to use for travel photos. Make sure you check them out.

In from Collections Elements is a stunning range of A4 transparencies - just perfect to use as overlays or to cut up to use the individual elements. Featuring classic flourishes, lace borders and Europe themes, these transparencies can be used for a huge range of themes. We also have some of Collections Elements new range of chipboard shapes including flourishes, Fleur de lis and a very cute tree and birdhouse. These are sure to sell quickly so don't miss out.

From KaiserCraft we have some of the new coloured rhinestones which are beautiful. These include Island Lagoon, Antique Rose and Wine. Also back in stock are some of the popular colours and pearls.
Also new from KaiserCraft are the rhinestone strips in silver, pink and black. These make applying bling borders a breeze.

The new Mega Masks from Heidi Swapp are a fantastic idea and are sure to sell quickly. If you are not sure how to use masks then book into Donna's "All Things Tim" on Wednesday 13th May to learn how to use them as this is one of the main features of the layout being created. Check out the sample in store.

Make sure you drop by to check out all the new stock as it won't last long. I have already filled up my shopping basket so there isn't much left - just kidding, there is a little bit left so dont' miss out.

NEW IN STORE...

Yeah! New stock has arrived and it is just gorgeous. We now have in stock the Basic Grey Marrakech range of papers and embellishments. With their bold colours and interesting elements these papers will suit a variety of themes.

Also new in from Pink Paislee is the beautiful Captivating and Enchanting ranges. Both these ranges include gorgeous fabric flowers and brads, chipboard elements and letters and very versatile sticker books. The Captivating range is pictured top left.

Also new in store are three new eye-catching ranges from Sassafras Lass. We have in stock the extremely cute Bungle Jungle (pictured above) which includes decorative edged double-sided papers and bright, bold alphabet stickers and element stickers. Vintage Yummy features some softer looks while the Anthem range (also pictured above) is a bold music based theme. These ranges are already proving to be quite popular so make sure you don't miss them.

BACK IN STOCK...

Print Blocks 12"x2" D Ring Albums

in a variety of colours and already selling fast so don't miss out.

Provocraft Zision Trimmer Blades

Make sure to drop by the shop to check out what's new.

Announcing the new Queen of the Kit

With all our computer difficulties over the past couple of months we missed announcing last month's Queen of the Kit and it's time to announce this month's winner.

This month's Queen of the Kit is Tara Nardella. Tara managed to make two layouts with this month's kit, one featuring Cousins and the other an Easter layout. Well done Tara.

The winner for February was Maria Pendrigh with her lovely family layout. Congratulations Maria. Both Maria and Tara win their next Royal Stash Kits for free and have their layouts featured on our blogs.

The next Royal Stash Kit will be released tomorrow, 1st April. Just remember all you have to do to go into the draw to win your next Royal Stash Kit for free is to purchase this month's kit, create a layout and bring it back into The Scrapbook Princess by the 25th April. It's that easy.

What's on week commencing 30th March

Terrific Trio VI with Debi
Wednesday 1st April
9.30am - 12.00
Want to get some layouts put together quickly but don't have a lot of time - then this is the class for you. In this class you will create two double page layouts using three pieces of pattern paper and a great sketch you can use again and again. This is one class not to miss.

School Day Memories with Debi
Thursday 2nd April
7.00pm - 9.30pm
This gorgeous mini album is the perfect way to display your child's school photos from Prep all the way to Year 12. And with pockets on every page you can store their report cards too. In this class you will not only make the album but also decorate it ready to add those precious school day memories.
This album can also be adapted to make a great travel album. Book early to avoid disappointment.

SUPER SATURDAY SCRAP ATTACK
Saturday 4th April
9.00am - midnight
15 hours of uninterrupted scrapbooking in air-conditioned comfort with fellow scrapbooking addicts. What more could you want. Our Super Saturday Scrap Attacks are proving to be extremely popular so book early.

Bookings are required for all classes and crops so contact us on 3287 7211 to secure your place.

Sneak Peek

Just thought I'd give you a sneak peek at the layouts for this week's classes. The top image is just a glimpse of the beautiful Daisy Bucket range used in the "Stunning Singles" class and below is a glimpse of the KI Memories Sheer used in the "Sheer Delight" class. To check out the full layouts drop by the shop and make sure you don't miss these great classes by Kerryn.
Class descriptions and times below.

What's Happenin'...

Welcome back. As some of you are aware we have been experiencing some computer difficulties since the end of last year but fingers crossed we are getting them sorted out. We have updated our blog and given it a small overhaul - lighter and brighter - and are ready to get scrappin'. At this stage we are still experiencing some difficulties with our weekly newsletter that we hope to have rectified as soon as possible but until that time we will be posting our weekly classes here to keep you up to date.

This week's classes
"Stunning Singles" with Kerryn
Wednesday 25th March
9.30am - 12.00
If you have that one very special photo and you're not sure how to scrap it then this is the class for you. Come along and create a stunning single page, single photo layout with Kerryn using the beautiful Daisy Bucket pattern papers. Kerryn will show you step by step how to make this beautiful layout and learn how to mix your pattern papers as you scrap.

"Basic Beginners" with Debi
Thursday 26th March
7.00pm - 9.30pm
Wanting to scrapbook and not sure how to get started? Book into our Basic Beginners class and learn all about scrapbooking and how to create your first page. This class covers all the basics and helps you on your way to a fantastic craft that is not only fun but also a great way to preserve your memories.
Places are limited so book now.

"Sheer Delight" with Kerryn
Saturday 28th March
9.30am - 12.00
Using the gorgeous KI Memories Sheers Kerryn will show you how to use them on a layout and the many different ways you can attach them. A great class full of ideas and inspiration.

"Stunning Singles" with Kerryn
Saturday 28th March
1.00pm - 3.30pm
See description above.

Royal Stash Kit
Don't forget to get your Royal Stash layouts back into the shop by Wednesday 25th March to go into the draw to win your next Royal Stash Kit for free and to be crowned "Queen of the Kit".