It's officially summer and more!

We had such a mild May. I couldn't believe that we had temperatures in the 80s and 90s. We totally lucked out. But now, I've just checked the weather and our summer is definitely here! It's going to hit 106-108 over the weekend and we'll get to our normal 110 pretty soon. It sounds pretty bad doesn't it? I've lived here my whole life (seriously) and it really doesn't get too bad until the monsoons in August and September. That's when the humidity rises and that's when it gets miserable!

Anyway... we hope you had a terrific Memorial Day! Thank you for making our sale a success and please be patient with us as we catch up on shipping! Our customers are the best!

We've posted our June trivia contest! Be sure to check it out for your chance to win some Webster's Pages Life's Portrait! We will take submissions until June 18 and notify the winner on June 21. Good luck!


Check out this fantastic layout by Designer Sandi Clarkson!

Dashing & Debonair by Sandi Clarkson:

I love her use of the Graphic 45 - A Proper Gentleman papers and check out all of that fussy-cutting! The photo is of Sandi's father-in-law circa 1930s. The Gentleman paper was definitely made for this photo of Sandi's FIL! Sandi loves Graphic 45 and it shows in her work! Thanks for sharing Sandi!

Happy Crafting!

It's time to meet Designer Leah Schaeffer!

Today we are meeting Designer Leah Schaffer and we're going to see some of her beautiful work! To see more of Leah's work be sure to visit her blog: BeeingCreativeandFeelingCherry!


GenCraft: Tell us a little bit about yourself?

Leah: Well first things first, I am a SAHM to 3 young children. They help me stay in shape by the constant cleaning up after them! LOL! My husband is a local police officer so there is a lot of excitement all around in my life! I have a large family and enjoy spending time with my 3 sisters and my niece. It is important to me to find happiness in the small things in life because it is those things that fill our days. I also really enjoy being outdoors so one of my very favorite things to do is go to flea markets, I get to be outside and shop!


GenCraft: When did you start scrapbooking/paper-crafting?

Leah: I have only seriously crafted for a few years now. It all must have been fate because I randomly came across the Cricut machine and got it for Christmas (thanks to my MIL!) even before I really understood what it did! LOL!


GenCraft: What is your favorite thing to scrap about?

Leah: My wild and crazy duo! My 4 year old daughter and 5 year old son! And lets not forget my baby boy who is turning a year old next month!


GenCraft: What is your favorite kind of project -- layouts, cards, etc?

Leah: I am just beginning to do a few altered projects but my real love is scrapbooking and card making. I couldn't do without either craft!


GenCraft: How would you describe your style?

Leah: This is a tough question for me to answer because I don't see myself as having a style. I really enjoy trying different styles, different techniques. I do love bright, fun and funky designs. I love being creative and do not worry about perfection so I feel free to try new things, whether they work out or not, is another story! LOL!


GenCraft: What inspires you to create?

Leah: The most inspirational thing to me are the creations my fellow crafters make! I love nothing more then to sit and visit blogs, crafting forums and look at gallery after gallery of projects. I am blown away with the creativity of others. I can't imagine not having the online community of friends that I have made. I love chatting with friends about a tutorial they have found or a product or tool we can't live without.


Thanks for reading all about Leah!

Don't forget about our Memorial Day Sale! We have 12 new Super-Value Sets that are ridiculously priced, plus ALL of our Basic Grey paper is on sale! Every single design and we have over 200 designs! Sale ends midnight on Monday! Shop early for best selection!

We will be closed Monday, May 31 for Memorial Day! Shipping will resume Tuesday, June 1.

Have a Happy and Safe Memorial Day Weekend!

Happy Crafting!

Crazy May

Hello all! It's been a crazy month around here! This is my kids last week of school and we've had nothing but assemblies, talent shows, parties... I'm sure you can all relate! I just wanted to quickly let you know that the 2 new Basic Grey Class Kits are in stock and ready to ship! These kits are great and you get so many extra goodies! Be sure to get your hands on them before they're gone!

Basic Grey Class Kit - Stamping Value Card Kit


Basic Grey Class Kit - The Sweet Days of Summer Mini-Album

We are also gearing up for our HUGE -- repeat that -- HUGE Memorial Day sale. Trust me, you are not going to want to miss it! The sale will start soon - be watching those in-boxes for all the details!


I also wanted to share a quick project that my mom made. She's tapering down her work schedule in preparation for retirement and has been keeping busy with the grandkids and crafting (of course!) It must be a family thing, because she loves to alter just about whatever she gets her hands on! You know I'm the same way, so the apple didn't fall too far from that tree! Check out this neat altered clipboard she made!

Altered Clipboard by Grandma Lori

Close-up of that gorgeous Prima Flower:

Grandma used Basic Grey paper (Scarlet's Letter - I think), packaging (the red dots paper), Prima Flowers, ribbon, chipboard letters and dimensional stickers from her stash.

Okay, this one had to be short. I've got thank you's to make for teachers, more assembly's to go to, and of course I need to get ready for tons of NEW products coming in this week and next!

Happy Crafting!