and then september was over...

omg. my head is spinning. so many super awesome things are in the works these day. I litterally have a headache from the ideas trying to sneak out. Lucky for me, I have sticky notes in bulk... and caffine. magic. As usual, the SBSRUS blog is zooming along. I expect a new giveaway to pop up there in a couple days. This weekend i have a full day of action packed classes. Officially SBSRUS will be releasing a kit club just in time for the holidays. Super excited about putting that together, gathering a team and providing the most way rad kits out there! Unofficially, we have amazing classes and events planned for next year along with maybe even a digital line and omg so much more. See! Head! Spinning!!! WEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE!!!

so, i totally wrote that last week and ran out of time to post, but i'm back for a couple minutes and working on the final details of our DT call that should go out TOMORROW!!! eep!

ok, while i sit her and panic for a few minutes, how about a few photos of a couple new sassafras monstrosity projects?








ok, panic mode complete. back to work. i hope everyone has a wonderful wednesday!
sunshine & bunnies,
holly*

Quick & Simple Halloween Cards with Lisa

 

Date: Oct. 3
Time:10:30-11:30
Fee: $15
All materials provided and
class kits will be available
for $2 after the class

if you're in the bay area and would like to take the class contact:
Memories Live On
10191 S. DeAnza Boulevard
Cupertino, CA 95014
(1 block south of Stevens Creek Blvd)
Phone: 408-446-9901

*kits may be available for those unable to attend. call the store for more information!

One hour layout with ME!

Date: Sept. 26
Time: 11-12pm
Fee: $15
Teacher: Holly
Inspired by designer Irene Tan, Holly has recreated this acrylic layout with loads of simple yet beautiful details. Learn how to use rub-ons and distress stickles on an acrylic sheet for a more dramatic effect. We will also use several different types of embellishments such as ribbons, metal brads, clear stickers, and bling so for those of you who are looking for ways to enhance your pages, this is a great way to try out a bunch of different products!
**Students are asked to bring their favorite fine tipped scissors, adhesive and (1) 4x6” photo to this class. This layout and some techniques cannot be completed without the photo. Photos can be printed at Memories Live On for a minimal printing fee.





if you're in the bay area and would like to take the class contact:
Memories Live On
10191 S. DeAnza Boulevard
Cupertino, CA 95014
(1 block south of Stevens Creek Blvd)
Phone: 408-446-9901

*kits may be available for those unable to attend. call the store for more information!

2010 Wall Calendar with Dawn

 

Date: Monday Sept. 28
Date: Monday Oct. 26
Time: 6-8pm
Fee: $40 (includes both classes)
Join Dawn for a few hours and create an amazing wall calendar to keep for yourself or give away as a Christmas gift. Our calendars were very popular last year, so Dawn has come up with a creative and colorful calendar for you to put together using paper, ribbons, stickles, die cuts and more! Make one for yourself, your spouse or Grandma and Grandpa. You are sure to get several compliments on your amazing calendar.

The class will be split into two evenings to give you plenty of time to put together your calendar and if time permits you can even lay down your pictures. **September 28th we will complete January through June and October 26th we will complete July through December.

All materials will be included and pre-cut (with the exception of papers used to mount photos). Students will need to bring their own adhesive (tape runner style) and glue dots.

There are a limited number of calendars available, so sign-up soon.

If you are unable to attend the classes, kits will be available after October 1st.


if you're in the bay area and would like to take the class contact:
Memories Live On
10191 S. DeAnza Boulevard
Cupertino, CA 95014
(1 block south of Stevens Creek Blvd)
Phone: 408-446-9901

*kits may be available for those unable to attend. call the store for more information!

Thats the TIcket! with ME!

Date: Sept.26
Time: 1-4pm
Fee: $35
Race through this mini album featuring a wide selection of the fabulous Tim Holtz product line. Learn techniques using alcohol inks, distress inks, perfect pearls and MORE! This will be an action packed, fast paced class, so come prepared!!!
No Kits Available.
Teacher recommends bringing your favorite adhesive and craft/xacto knife so you don’t have to wait for these tools during the class.
**actual product in class kit may vary slightly from class sample


if you're in the bay area and would like to take the class contact:
Memories Live On
10191 S. DeAnza Boulevard
Cupertino, CA 95014
(1 block south of Stevens Creek Blvd)
Phone: 408-446-9901

*kits may be available for those unable to attend. call the store for more information!

october's 1hour layout class sneakie peakie

 

those messy hands from yesterday were working on this. love doing technique classes especially when a beautiful (and affordable) layout result from the class. will post when i have more details!!!

happy tuesdays!!
sunshine&bunnies,
holly*

For Irene....

 

I just wanted to make her smile with my messy hands. I hope you have a much better day Irene!!!!

sunshine & bunnies,
holly*


ps. can also be used for color swatches for glimmer mist...

pssssssst... my hands have been washed already in this photos... TWICE.

Friends Flower Mini Album with Sandy

Date: Sept. 23
Time: 6:30-8:30
Fee: $25
Teacher: Sandy
Summer has been a great time spent with friends. Sandy will show you how to make this chipboard mini album featuring the Sweetie Pie line from Best Creations . You will have the necessary supplies (precut) to make this unique flower shaped album. Please bring your roll adhesive, glue, fine point Sharpie pen, white gel pen (Signo), Small precision point scissors, craft knife, foam dots (important), glue dots, sandpaper, distress ink (Tim Holtz Vintage Photo). Note: photos are not necessary to complete this album.

if you're in the bay area and would like to take the class contact:
Memories Live On
10191 S. DeAnza Boulevard
Cupertino, CA 95014
(1 block south of Stevens Creek Blvd)
Phone: 408-446-9901

*kits may be available for those unable to attend. call the store for more information!

i've got big balls & she's got big balls....

so that is exactly how i started my morning. Well, getting into my car and blaring it actually on my way to get the poodle a poddlie hair cut. i need a hair cut come to think of it. anywho, on to more importants business.


how, um, awesome(???) is this?!?!?! A little screen in a magazine!?!??! I dont know that i neccesssarily want these in my magazines, BUT could you imagine the possibilities in scrapbooking!?!?!? that just insane! I can see it now, embellish around the VIDEO of that wild weekend in vegas, the father daughter dance at your wedding, your child's 1st steps, etc...

anywho, brain goes zoom!

BTW! Our random number was number 2 for my latest ultra mini, ultra cute giveaway! CONGRATULATIONS NORMA KENNEDY!! hopefully, by now, i have sent you and email and your postcard of cutiepatootieness is on its way!!!!

so, i hope everyone is having a swell friday. i have tons of projects to finish and/or share with you guys! As a warning, i have a lot of giveaways coming up here and at the SBSRUS Crop Spot, so check both often!!!!

sunshine & bunnies,
holly*

Slider Cards Repeated! with Anita

Date: Sept. 20
Time:11-1pm
Fee: $25
Teacher: Anita
I'm back for an encore, but with a slightly different look. These slider cards are fun and challenging to make, and even more exciting to receive. Surprise your friends and yourself with these slider cards!
Bring with you:
a paper trimmer
bone folder
sharp small cutting scissors
favorite adhesive
favorite 3x5 photo (optional)




if you're in the bay area and would like to take the class contact:
Memories Live On
10191 S. DeAnza Boulevard
Cupertino, CA 95014
(1 block south of Stevens Creek Blvd)
Phone: 408-446-9901

*kits may be available for those unable to attend. call the store for more information!

3D Fall Cards with Lauren

 

 

Date: Sept. 19
Time: 10-1pm
Fee: $25
Teacher: Lauren
This class is a way to imppress your friends and family with your unique card making skills. You will learn the techniques on how to make a 3-D pop up haunted house and fall leaves card

*Fall Leaves Card photos will be available soon

if you're in the bay area and would like to take the class contact:
Memories Live On
10191 S. DeAnza Boulevard
Cupertino, CA 95014
(1 block south of Stevens Creek Blvd)
Phone: 408-446-9901

*kits may be available for those unable to attend. call the store for more information!

Glimmer Mist Giveaway!

I totally spaced and didnt post about my lastest review/tutorial! How unfair of me not to reward those faithful to me (and who happen to stumble in!) with the chance to check out the new releases of glimmer mist AND get a chance to win some awesome bits!!!!

If nothing else, go check out the photos. Glimmer mist does make for some pretty photos.

Sunshine & Bunnies,
holly*

All Boxed Up Halloween Projects with Jane.

Date: Sunday September 13
Time:1-4pm
Fee: $25
Teacher: Jane

When witches go riding,
And black cars are seen,
The moon laughs and whispers,
'Tis near Halloween.

Jane has a few special Halloween projects this month that are fun to make and terrific to receive! How would you like to make these cute shadow box and spooky diorama card? Wouldn't this little treat holder make for the cutest gifts for teachers, co-workers, or friends?

All of my classes come with colored pictures with detailed instructions. Most materials are pre-cut, pre-scored, and subject to change.
Please bring with you
*Paper trimmer (black and orange blades) or a Scor-Pal
*Favorite Adhesive
*Foam mounting Tape/Pop Dots
*Sharp scissors with precision tip
The following items are not necessary and will be provided but it helps to have them if you do not want to have to wait too long for your turn.
*Clear acrylic blocks and Black Tuxedo Momento Ink Pad
*Penny Black: Spooky! Clear acrylic stamp set
*Copic Markers (Your favorites for coloring Penny Black Images)
*Copic Atyou Spica Pens (Clear, Silver/Black)
*Scalloped Edge Punch



if you're in the bay area and would like to take the class contact:
Memories Live On
10191 S. DeAnza Boulevard
Cupertino, CA 95014
(1 block south of Stevens Creek Blvd)
Phone: 408-446-9901

*kits may be available for those unable to attend. call the store for more information!

i just love when husband comes home...

and brings me super awesome stuffs!

that scary looking rabbit head is actually a "soft toy postcard"! how awesome? i can cut it out, stitch it, and stuff it to make the creepiest little rabbit EVAR! there is also a sweet little lamb and pink elephant and others. aw. i miss husband when he is gone, but then he brings super cool things back. so, in the end, maybe i'm glad he was gone!??!!??!

anywho, how about i share my enjoyment by *gasp* parting with one and sending it to one of you guys!!! leave me a comment and i will pick a winner, oh, in a few day...

have a super wednesday!!!
sunshine & bunnies,
holly*

WHIP IT!

why does this excite me so much!?!?!?

and why didnt i ever join the santa cruz roller girls?!!?!?

Perfect Distress Make & Take with ME!

Date: Sept. 6
Time:1-4pm
Fee: FREE!
Teacher: Holly
Create two beautifully distressed tags using a wide range of Tim Holtz Distress Inks and Perfect Pearls! Please join us for this quick make & take where Holly can answer all of your DISTRESSing questions!

**This make n take is first come first served so arrive early!
a new class session will be starting every 20 minutes

Marah Johnson is coming to Memories Live On!!!

 

i am in love with the sneaks Marah gave us today! The class is coming up super soon on September 12th, so (if you can!) call and save your seat fast! i cant see too many of these chairs sticking around on too long!

if you're in the bay area and would like to take the class contact:
Memories Live On
10191 S. DeAnza Boulevard
Cupertino, CA 95014
(1 block south of Stevens Creek Blvd)
Phone: 408-446-9901

the coffee was weak this morning...

hello internets. how are you today? i am well desipte the weak coffee. at least it was in a cute mug...

 

today looks like a promising day of some book binding and park playing. i hope to finish that house keeping around my craft space i was talking about a few days ago actually finished. maybe. since i got this nifty, out of focus webcam i was hoping to do a video blog one of these days. you know, talk to you, show you around the place, poke fun of people. erm. yea! one day...

until then, have a super day and dont forget about leaving a comment over at my lastest post at SBSRUS to win that loaded kit!!!

sunshine and bunnies,
holly*