What’s New – Scrapbook Essentials BC

Posted on March 16, 2023March 18, 2023 by Stacey Rumsby

October 2023 RETREAT update

Monday – closed
Tuesday – closed
Wednesday 10am – 6pm
Thursday 10am – 6pm
Friday 10am – 6pm
Saturday 10am – 4pm
Sunday noon- 4pm

Store address:
#103-847 Goldstream Ave
Langford, BC. V9B 2X8
778-533-4290

Registration is now open!
Scrapbook Essentials BC CREATIVE RETREAT
October 19th-22nd, 2023
at Camp Pringle in Shawnigan Lake.

Theme: “Pumpkins, Potions and Pies“.

Check-In on Thursday at 10am!
Check-Out on Sunday at 3 pm!

ONLY 3 Spots left!

Our retreat is open to all kinds of crafters ie: papercrafting, mixed media, sewing, knitting, quilting and more.

2 different options:
#1: $450 (this fee includes tax and includes accommodations and everything our retreat includes!)

#2: Would you be interested in attending, but do NOT want to sleep at Camp Pringle? The fee would be $325 + 5% tax = $341.25 due in full. We do not have a payment plan for this amount. This includes everything our retreat includes except accommodations)

There are so many reasons why attending our retreat is beneficial:

*a weekend+ away from the everyday distractions
*a weekend+ away to do what you love (crafting of any kind!)
*to be with a group of people who enjoy crafting just as much as you
*4 days free from dishes and cleaning (ok, we still need to keep Camp Pringle tidy!)
*see what others are doing and sharing ideas
*surrounded by nature
*Tranquil Waterfront view
*the reasons are endless….

But the best part is that we have fun!

Your Registration at our Creative Retreat includes:

· Welcome Package
· at least 3 feet squared crop space
· Includes 3 nights accommodations
· Includes all meals:
Breakfast: Fri, Sat (grab and go style) and brunch on Sunday
Lunch: Thurs, Fri, and Saturday.
Dinners: Thurs, Fri, and Saturday
ALSO:
*Make n’ Takes offered on Thurs, Friday and Saturday (optional)
· Earn entries into the Prizes donated by leading manufacturers in the scrapbooking industry (these are not guaranteed….but they have never let me down!) We have Spellbinders and Simple Stories as prize sponsors so far!
· A weekend spent with like-minded creatives!
· Tea, Coffee, available throughout the weekend

If you would like to register, or if you have questions, please stop by the store (We do have a handout with more details at the store) or contact Stacey by Phone/text: 778-533-4290.

*Pay in Full or Pay by installments

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Posted on March 15, 2023March 16, 2023 by Stacey Rumsby

Classroom Space Now Available!

Monday – closed
Tuesday – closed
Wednesday 10am – 6pm
Thursday 10am – 6pm
Friday 10am – 6pm
Saturday 10am – 4pm
Sunday noon- 4pm

Store address:
#103-847 Goldstream Ave
Langford, BC. V9B 2X8
778-533-4290

Classroom Space open to EVERYONE!

We are now offering our class/crop space to anyone who would like to use the space. A table is awaiting you any time we don’t have a class happening. Cost is $7 + gst per day. No need to wait for a crop day! Gather your friends and have a crafty day.

Call 778-533-4290 anytime to book your spot, or stop by when you want to crop. If a spot is available, it’s yours!

Posted on March 13, 2023March 16, 2023 by Stacey Rumsby

March Classes

Monday – closed
Tuesday – closed
Wednesday 10am – 6pm
Thursday 10am – 6pm
Friday 10am – 6pm
Saturday 10am – 4pm
Sunday noon- 4pm

*extended hours during crop dates and most class evenings!

Store address:
#103-847 Goldstream Ave
Langford, BC. V9B 2X8
778-533-4290

CRICUT 100

This is the 1st of our CRICUT classes!

Do you have a Cricut Maker or Maker 3? (or a Cricut which can be connected to the internet to use Design Space). Are you a bit intimidated by it….maybe haven’t taken it out of the box yet? This class is for you!
This will be an intro “informative” class to get you started. Let’s get your Cricut out of the box and get your laptop or tablet set up to start using it.

Arwyn will walk you through all the steps to get you started, teach you about Design Space and how to upload your own images as well as converting them to SVG cut files. She will also send you home with a handout sheet which is sure to be a great resource to refer back to when working with your Cricut Maker (Maker3).
*Bring along your suggestions for what classes you would like to see Arwyn teach you! She really is a wiz with the Cricut.

Please bring the following to class:
*a personal laptop or tablet
(You will NOT need your Cricut for this Cricut 100 class)

Date: Tuesday, March 14th
Time: 6-8pm
Cost: $15 + gst ($15.75)
RSVP: 778-533-4290 or stop by the store
Instructor: Arwyn
Location: 103-847 Goldstream Ave

Please note: your spot is only confirmed once payment is received.

Mintay Farmlife Cascading Card class

FULL!

Lorna has a great class lined up for our Mintay March Madness month!
You will be creating two cascading cards featuring Mintay’s Farmlife collection. There will be fussy cutting homework for this class to have completed before arriving at class.
These cards do lay flat and there is a space on the back of the cards to write a message. They do stand well to have on display. Definitely a show-stopper card!

Please bring the following to class:
*Your completed fussy cutting homework
*paper trimmer
*Fussy cut scissors
*Adhesive of choice
*dries clear liquid adhesive
*Metal ruler
*Xacto Knife
*scoring tool and bone folder

Date: Saturday, March 18th
Time: 10am- 12 noon
Cost: $22 + gst ($23.10)
RSVP: 778-533-4290 or stop by the store
Instructor: Lorna

PLEASE NOTE: Your spot is only confirmed once class fee is paid.

Mintay Day by Day Cards class

Join Stacey and create 6 cards featuring Mintay’s Day by Day collection. (4- A2 size cards as well as 2 slimline cards)
Do you often look at the brilliantly designed 12X12 papers and think that you won’t be able to use them on cards? Well, let Stacey show you how they work wonderfully to create amazing cards. She will show you how to get the most use out of a sheet too. You will be looking at the papers in a whole new way. In the class, you will be adding some detail using sheer ribbon, twine, our clear rhinestones as well as cut out images. The die cut words from Creative Expressions are the perfect additions!
This class is for ALL levels of paper crafters!

Please bring the following to class:
*paper trimmer
*Scoreboard and score tool
*Adhesive of choice
*Sookwang (double-sided) tape
*Foam dimensionals
*Fussy cut scissors

Date: Sunday, March 19th
Time: 10am – 12noon
Cost: $25 + gst ($26.25)
RSVP: 778-533-4290 or stop by the store
Instructor: Stacey

PLEASE NOTE: Limited number of spots. Your spot is only confirmed once payment is received.

Mintay Easter Presentation Box

We are so happy that Lucille is back from her vacation.
She has a lovely Easter Presentation Box that she will be teaching. You will create the shadow-box style presentation box from scratch. You will learn to join them with a hinge.
Fill the inside of this box with Easter treats, stationary, crafting goodies or other items. This is a project that can be adapted for other occasions too.

Please bring the following to class:
*paper trimmer
*Scoreboard and score tool
*Adhesive of choice
*Sookwang tape,
*liquid adhesive
*Piercing Tool

Date: Wednesday, March 22nd
Time: 6-9pm
Cost: $28 + gst ($29.40)
RSVP: 778-533-4290
Instructor: Lucille

PLEASE NOTE: Your spot it only confirmed once payment is received. We do need a minimum of 4 people to hold the class. Please do not delay in registering

Mintay Vacation ATC Mini Album

ONLY 4 spots lefts.

Join Stacey and create a Mini Album using Mintay’s Vacation collection of papers and die cut package PLUS the Graphic45 ATC/Tag album.
We will use the beautiful Vacation collection to decorate the mini album from front to back. There will be at least 13 spots for pictures….but there is actually room for 21+ photos. There are 4 tags to add additional interest to the album. We will be creating flip up and flip out additions to this album.

Please bring the following to class:
*paper trimmer
*Scoreboard and score tool
*Adhesive of choice (I used Barely Art adhesive for the entire album and it worked beautifully!)
*Foam dimensionals
*Fussy cut scissors
*Light Pink ink (I used Catherine Pooler Pink Champagne)
*Light Yellow ink (I used Cather Pooler Lemongrass)
*sponge for each ink colour

Date: Saturday, March 25th
Time: 10-2:30pm
Cost: $60 + gst ($63.00)
RSVP: 778-533-4290 or stop by the store
Instructor: Stacey

PLEASE NOTE: Your spot is only confirmed once class fee is paid. Limited number of spaces.

Egg Hunt & Secret Agenda Cards

Another fun special folds card class for March!
Egg Hunt & Secret Agenda cards. The receiver of these cards is sure to have fun flipping these cards to find the eggs or the secret message spots! Check out the video we posted on the Business Facebook page to see these cards in action.

Please bring the following to class:
*paper trimmer
*Scoreboard and score tool
*Adhesive of choice

Date: Sunday, March 26th
Time: 10am-1pm
Cost: $25 + gst ($26.25)
RSVP: 778-533-4290 or stop by the store
Instructor: Lorna

PLEASE NOTE: Your spot it only confirmed once payment is received. We do need a minimum of 4 people to hold the class. Please do not delay in registering.

AIR exclusive class featuring Mintay’s GARAGE collection!

ONLY 4 spots left!

This is an AIR Exclusive retailer class that is being offered online April 7th, 2023.

The kit includes everything you need to complete the two page layout plus two extra bonus cards. The papers and products are from Mintay’s Garage collection.

Please bring the following to class:
*paper trimmer
*Scoreboard and score tool
*Adhesive of choice
*Tim Holtz Distress ink Vintage Photo (optional)

Date: Friday, April 7th
Time: 4pm PST (Virtual class on a Private Facebook page)
Cost: $40 + gst ($42.00)
RSVP: 778-533-4290 or stop by the store
Instructor: AIR retail member Renee

PLEASE NOTE: Limited spaces available

Posted on March 5, 2023March 16, 2023 by Stacey Rumsby

October 2023 RETREAT

Monday – closed
Tuesday – closed
Wednesday 10am – 6pm
Thursday 10am – 6pm
Friday 10am – 6pm
Saturday 10am – 4pm
Sunday noon- 4pm

Store address:
#103-847 Goldstream Ave
Langford, BC. V9B 2X8
778-533-4290

Registration is now open!
Scrapbook Essentials BC CREATIVE RETREAT
October 19th-22nd, 2023
at Camp Pringle in Shawnigan Lake.

Theme: “Pumpkins, Potions and Pies“.

Check-In on Thursday at 10am!
Check-Out on Sunday at 3 pm!

Our retreat is open to all kinds of crafters ie: papercrafting, mixed media, sewing, knitting, quilting and more.

ONLY 3 Spots left!

Cost: $450

There are so many reasons why attending our retreat is beneficial:

But the best part is that we have fun!

Your Registration at our Creative Retreat includes:

· Welcome Package
· at least 3 feet squared crop space
· Includes 3 nights accommodations
· Includes all meals:
Breakfast: Fri, Sat (grab and go style) and brunch on Sunday
Lunch: Thurs, Fri, and Saturday.
Dinners: Thurs, Fri, and Saturday
ALSO:
*Make n’ Takes offered on Thurs, Friday and Saturday (optional)
· Earn entries into the Prizes donated by leading manufacturers in the scrapbooking industry (these are not guaranteed….but they have never let me down!)
· A weekend spent with like-minded creatives!
· Tea, Coffee, available throughout the weekend

If you would like to register, or if you have questions, please stop by the store (We do have a handout with more details at the store) or contact Stacey by Phone/text: 778-533-4290.

*Pay in Full or Pay by installments

Posted on February 3, 2023 by Stacey Rumsby

Demo Day Sat, Feb 4th & SALE!

Monday – closed
Tuesday – closed
Wednesday 10am – 6pm
Thursday 10am – 6pm
Friday 10am – 6pm
Saturday 10am – 4pm
Sunday noon- 4pm

*extended hours during crop dates and most class evenings!

Store address:
#103-847 Goldstream Ave
Langford, BC. V9B 2X8
778-533-4290

I will be doing a Demo Day Saturday, Feb 4th!

Focus on Cosmic Shimmer Metallic and Opal Gilding Polishes.

Demo times: 10:30 and again at 1pm

Drop by to watch. Discover the beauty of these products, ease of use and the different ways to use them. They truly are beautiful!

Please note: Please consider wearing a mask.

Christmas stock will be 30% OFF now! Stop by soon for the best selection.

*Excludes Scrappy Boy Stamps

Posted on January 12, 2023 by Stacey Rumsby

More January & February Classes

Monday – closed
Tuesday – closed
Wednesday 10am – 6pm
Thursday 10am – 6pm
Friday 10am – 6pm
Saturday 10am – 4pm
Sunday noon- 4pm

*extended hours during crop dates and most class evenings!

Store address:
#103-847 Goldstream Ave
Langford, BC. V9B 2X8
778-533-4290

Mini Album in a Shaker Storage/Display Box

We NEED at least 2 more spots filled for this Saturday’s class!

Join Lorna for this fun class. You will learn how to make a storage/display box for the Mini album which also features a see-thru shaker window. You will also be learning to make a mitre box construction with NO CUTTING of the mitres! Of course, you will also learn to make the mini album from scratch (book cover construction, page construction as well as the spine) . This project will show you fun ways to use 3X4 journal card papers too!
The class project features a Valentine’s Day theme, but you will be able to adapt this project for any theme you like after taking this class.
The project will be adorned further with washi tape, sequins, glitter, and twine.

Please bring the following to class:
*paper trimmer
*scissors
*adhesive (Sookwang recommended)
*a straight blade trimmer
*a dull blade for the straight blade trimmer
*colour-coordinating inks if desired
*sponges for your inks

Date: Saturday, January 14th
Time: 10am-3pm
Cost: $40 + gst
RSVP: 778-533-4290 or stop by the store
Instructor: Lorna
Location: 103-847 Goldstream Ave

Please note: your spot is only confirmed once payment is received. Please consider wearing a mask to class.

Underwater Scene Spinning Card class

ONLY 3 SPOTS LEFT!

We can’t wait for you to try out the little spinning gadget that we will be introducing with this class! It really does make spinning cards spin with ease! Join Lorna for this fun class where she will teach you how to use this spinning gadget and learn how to make this underwater themed spinning card. You will literally be able to make your image on your card spin around in a circle. You will receive a die set with this class that has unlimited possibilities to make different creatures!
You will learn how to make the whale that is on the card. But if time permits at the end of the class, you will be able to start making samples of some of the underwater creatures using the dies.

Please bring the following to class:
*paper trimmer
*scissors
*Die cutting machine
*mini pliers for die disassembly
*adhesive of choice.
*foam tape (foam strips are beneficial for this class)
*piercing tool
*pick up tool

Date: Wednesday, January 18th
Time: 6pm-8pm
Cost: $25 + gst
RSVP: 778-533-4290 or stop by the store
Instructor: Lorna

PLEASE NOTE: Your spot is only confirmed once class fee is paid. Please consider wearing a mask to classes.

49 & Market Plum Grove Layouts

This class is jam-packed with wonderful product from the 49 & Market Plum Grove collection!
You will be creating 3- double 12X12 layouts in this class.
Learn how to incorporate the Filmstrips into your layout. Add amazing accents using rub-ons, and laser cut accent pieces. Additional space for photos/memorabilia can be incorporated when we add the File Essentials to these layouts.
**You will have leftover product from this class to create more at home!

Please bring the following to class:
*paper trimmer
*scissors
*adhesive of choice.
*Sookwang tape
*Liquid dries clear adhesive
*ink pad to coordinated with paper (Rusty Hinge distress ink)
*sponge for ink
*stapler
*distress tool (optional)

Date: Saturday, January 21st
Time: 10:30 am – 3:30pm
Cost: $85 + gst
RSVP: 778-533-4290 or stop by the store
Instructor: Stacey

PLEASE NOTE: Your spot is only confirmed once class fee is paid. Please consider wearing a mask to classes.

49 & Market ArtOptions Viken layouts

Another wonderful class featuring the beautiful papers and products from 49 & Market. We will be using the fabulous Viken collection pack, Laser cut elements as well as a package of Ephemera bits to kick these layouts up a notch! Join us for this class to find out how easy it is to make layouts that are sure to get a WOW from others! There will be leftover products from your kit that you will be able to make addtional layouts to coordinate with these layouts.

**To use the collection pack to it’s full potential that you will with this class, there will be a little fussy cutting homework to do prior to this class.

Please bring the following to class:
*Your completed fussy cutting homework
*Paper trimmer
*scissors
*adhesive of choice.
*liquid dries clear adhesive
*Sookwang tape
*ink pad to coordinated with paper (Shaded Lilac, Frayed Burlap and Evergreen Bough distress inks)
*sponges for each ink colour

Date: Sunday, January 29th
Time: 12:30pm – 4pm
Cost: $65 + gst
RSVP: 778-533-4290
Instructor: Stacey

PLEASE NOTE: Your spot is only confirmed once class fee is paid. Please consider wearing a mask to class.

Mintay Harmony Journal Book

In this class, you will be creating a Journal Book with 3 removeable page inserts. So once your inserts are full, not a problem. You will be able to change them out for new ones! The Book Box Die from Eileen Hull will be used as the main Journal Book construction. So, although it is a Book Box die, we will make it into a journal book. I love finding versatility in dies!
The papers featured in this journal album are from Mintay’s Harmony Collection.

Please bring the following to class:
*paper trimmer
*Straight blade trimmer
*scissors
*non-stick craft sheet
*flat paint brush
*adhesive of choice.
*Sookwang tape
*ink pad to coordinated with paper
*sponge for ink

Date: Saturday, February 4th
Time: 1pm – 4pm
Cost: $30 + gst
RSVP: 778-533-4290 or stop by the store
Instructor: Stacey

PLEASE NOTE: Your spot is only confirmed once class fee is paid. Please consider wearing a mask to classes.

Stamperia Create Happiness Mixed Media Journal Pages

We will start with the blank page in the Stamperia Mixed Media journal book and create the double page spread shown in the picture. Ink flooding, ink sponging, stamping, adding the shimmer ephemera, rub-ons and more. You will receive the products shown in the picture, so you will have lots to work with after the class too!

Please bring the following to class:
*paper trimmer
*scissors
*non-stick craft sheet
*Mister bottle
*Paper towels
*Heat Tool
*Bone Folder
*white gel pen
*blending brush (for stenciling)…we have LOTS in stock!
*Wooded handled blending brush
*Foam applicators for the wooden blending brush
*adhesive of choice.
*Liquid dries clear adhesive
*ink pads (blue, Green and brown – (I used Catherine Pooler Fiesta Blue and Grass Skirt. Similar water reactive blue and green ink colours as shown on the project would work. I used Vintage Photo/Gathered Twigs distress inks for the brown)
*sponge for ink

Date: Wednesday, February 8th
Time: 6pm – 8pm
Cost: $63 + gst
RSVP: 778-533-4290 or stop by the store
Instructor: Stacey

PLEASE NOTE: Your spot is only confirmed once class fee is paid. Please consider wearing a mask to classes.

Posted on January 10, 2023January 10, 2023 by Stacey Rumsby

January Classes

Monday – closed
Tuesday – closed
Wednesday 10am – 6pm
Thursday 10am – 6pm
Friday 10am – 6pm
Saturday 10am – 4pm
Sunday noon- 4pm

*extended hours during crop dates and most class evenings!

Store address:
#103-847 Goldstream Ave
Langford, BC. V9B 2X8
778-533-4290

Mini Album in a Shaker Storage/Display Box

We NEED at least 2 more spots filled for this Saturday’s class!

Date: Saturday, January 14th
Time: 10am-3pm
Cost: $40 + gst
RSVP: 778-533-4290 or stop by the store
Instructor: Lorna
Location: 103-847 Goldstream Ave

Please note: your spot is only confirmed once payment is received. Please consider wearing a mask to class.

Underwater Scene Spinning Card class

Date: Wednesday, January 18th
Time: 6pm-8pm
Cost: $25 + gst
RSVP: 778-533-4290 or stop by the store
Instructor: Lorna

PLEASE NOTE: Your spot is only confirmed once class fee is paid. Please consider wearing a mask to classes.

The following classes to be announced in the next day!

Posted on January 7, 2023 by Stacey Rumsby

Stamp Perfect Preorder special

I would like to extend a huge Thank You from my family to all of our wonderful customers (both on-line and in person), as well as our instructors and all of the helpers at our store. Without you, the success of our store would not be possible.

2023 saw the opening of our NEW location and we are very happy in our new space. We do hope that you have been enjoying it too.

We hope that you will continue along our journey with us in 2023.

Sincerely,

Stacey, Keith and J’Naya

I have an AWESOME PRE-PURCHASE deal for you!

The 10X10 Stamp Perfect is on order…..

prepay for it and I am offering it at $20 + tax!

Please note that this special price will only be in effect until it arrives. Once our order arrives, the price will go up ….so best to prepay for it now to get it at this AMAZING price!

Call me now to reserve yours! Even if you already have a stamping platform, at this price, a 2nd one is handy to have in your kit.

Thanks,
Stacey
778-533-4290

CONGRATULATIONS to Kelly Burton! She was the prize draw winner just for finding the Paper Creatures that were placed around the store. Alison pictured above is showing all of the 15 paper creatures that Lorna and Alison made.

We have a Challenge on for January.
Here is how to get your name in the prize draw:
*Create a card or project using the Essential Dies
*Bring your creation into the store and show me
*Easy as that! You will then get a ticket into the draw.
*In fact, for EACH project you make…you will get a ticket!

You have to bring in your project by closing on Saturday January 28th. The draw will take place that evening.

PRIZE: The prize winner will receive an Essential Die that has not been introduced at our store yet!

Posted on December 2, 2022 by Stacey Rumsby

Small Business Saturday Event ALL WEEKEND!

SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY EVENT- ALL WEEKEND!!!

Well, today many customers took advantage of our Black Friday event with our Scratch off tickets…..so we will be doing it for the entire weekend! This is to make up for the Small Business Saturday that we missed last weekend while we were closed! It’s not often that we discount your entire purchase, so this is your chance!

As a reminder:

Everyone is a winner!
Everyone making a purchase will receive a ‘Scratch Off’ ticket. Each ticket has a percentage OFF. The percentage off will be taken off your ENTIRE order(it even includes already reduced items)!

Rules:
1. Can only scratch your ticket once your order is subtotalled.
2. No adding to your order after you scratch your ticket.
3. Only 1 scratch ticket per person.
4. Sale is final.
5. For in-store items only.
6. Can not be applied to previous orders.

Saturday, December 3rd hours 10am-4pm
Sunday, December 4th hours noon-4pm

Hope you can stop by!

*lots of 5% off today, and a few 10-15% offs….but there are still some 20% off scratch offs in the jar! Will you be one of the lucky ones!? Everyone gets a percentage off regardless!

Stacey

The store has been refreshed thanks to Lorna and Alison!
Here’s a few pictures of how well stocked our store is!

Posted on December 1, 2022 by Stacey Rumsby

Black Friday Event!

BLACK FRIDAY EVENT

Our Black Friday savings is TOMORROW, Friday December 2nd.
Everyone is a winner!
Everyone making a purchase will receive a ‘Scratch Off’ ticket. Each ticket has a percentage OFF. The percentage off will be taken off your ENTIRE order!

Friday, December 2nd hours 10am-6pm

Hope you can stop by!

Stacey

The store has been refreshed thanks to Lorna and Alison!
Here’s a few pictures of how well stocked our store is!

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