WHAT'S NEW?

To see additional information about what's new go to the What's New section of our bulletin board.

Below are our more recent newsletters.

Newsletter of July 23, 2006

Newsletter of July 14, 2006

Previous What's New? Pages

Jan-June of 2006

July-Dec of 2005

Jan-June of 2005

July-Dec of 2004

Newsletter of July 14, 2006

Sale July 15th through July 21st
Patterned Paper Buy Two Sheets Get One Sheet Free (free item must be of same or lesser value)

Paper Packs and/or Page Kits Buy One at Full Price Get Second One for 1/2 Off (second one must be of same or lesser value)
Sale July 22nd through July 28th
20% Off All Adhesives
Now is the time to stock up on Herma, Glue Dots, Glue Sticks, Vellum Glue Dots, etc.
Next Garage Sale will be at the end of August--so get your items ready now!




New Items Received ( More arriving each week)

Prima Flowers-lots of new flowers, ribbons, and more

Creative Imaginations-John Deere kits, Sea World kits, and Disney kits

Heidi Grace-new collections of papers, flowers, ribbons, fancy trims, and more
K & Co. -light up albums and stickers in rocket, princess, and other themes.

Reminisce-travel papers and travel tags in lots of themes.

Coming Soon
Lots of new stuff from CHA!!!

Upcoming Classes, Make and Takes, and Crops



Cowpoke-7/21/06
Are you behind on your scrapping? If so, come join us for a night full of scrapbooking with friends 6:00 pm to 11:00 pm. We will provide your dinner, snacks, and door prizes!!! The cost is $10.00 per person. Be sure to sign up early because space is limited.
Scrapbook Design & You (formerly called Scrapbook Design University®)


7/28/06

Friday, July 28th, 6:00-7:00 p.m.-Scrapbook Basics-In this class you will learn the basics of scrapbooking. This class will orient the beginner to the importance of the hobby of scrapbooking. This class will inspire you to create a scrapbook. Cost $10.00.
7/28/06

Friday, July 28th, 7:30-8:30 p.m.-Matting-In this class, you will learn many ways to mat a photo in order to create a well-designed layout. Matting is one of the most spectacular techniques for making photos stand out on your scrapbook page. Enhancing a photo with a mat adds interest and excitement to the image. Cost $12.00.
7/29/06
Saturday, July 29th, 10:00-11:00 a.m.-Journaling-Pictures can not tell a story alone. Pictures do not tell a thousand words! Don't miss this important class about the profound impact of adding words to a scrapbook page. This class will teach writing basics that will assist in completing pages with journaling. Cost is $10.00.
7/29/06
Saturday, July 29th, 11:30-12:30 pm.-Lettering-Lettering on your scrapbook pages should be fun. Become comfortable with various lettering techniques. This class includes plenty of practice for letter doodling, which will reveal your own creative style. Have fun practicing with a range of different pen tips. In this class, you will learn how to relax and enjoy writing in your scrapbook. Cost is $12.00.




Scrapbook Design & You (formerly called Scrapbook Design University®)


Cropper's Corral is proud to announce that these classes are now being taught here. Scrapbook Design & You™ (formerly called Scrapbook Design University®) teaches beginner through advanced scrapbookers the essential scrapbook theories and principles of design. SDU® will dramatically alter the skills of any scrapbooker and make a big difference in your ability to create dynamic scrapbook pages. Program graduates will be able to fully embrace the value and message of EK Success's for SDU® Theory - Technique - Foundation - Success™! We are really excited and know that you will be too! Be sure to sign up and be one of our first graduates!!!
SDU is an education program that was created by EK Success. SDU includes 10 classes - 5 theory classes and 5 technique or hands on classes that will begin with the basics and lead you to becoming a pro in scrapbook design.


Week #1
Scrapbook Basics - Learn the basics of scrapbooking . This class will orient the beginner to the importance of the hobby of scrapbooking. This class will inspire you to create a scrapbook.
Matting - Matting is one of the most spectacular techniques for making photos stand out on you scrapbook page. Enhancing a photo with a mat adds interest and excitement to the image. In this class, you will learn many ways to mat a photo in order to create a well designed layout.
Week #2
Tools of the Trade - There are many tools that can assist in making fantastic scrapbook pages. Join this class to learn how scrapbook tools can help you make a scrapbook page.
Stickers - In this class, you will learn sticker techniques to get your stickers out of your collections and on to your scrapbook layouts.
Week #3
Journaling - Pictures can not tell a story alone. This class will teach writing basics that will assist in completing pages with journaling.
Lettering - Lettering on your scrapbook pages should be fun. In this class, you will learn how to relax and enjoy writing in your scrapbook.
Week #4
Color - A working knowledge of color is a must for every scrapbooker. In this class, you will learn color theory as it relates to designing scrapbook pages.
Titles - The title is a crucial element in layout design and can be perceived by the reader in many ways simultaneously. Learn how to design spectacular titles that will make amazing presentations on your scrapbook pages.
Week #5
Layout Design - In this class, you will learn that photographs, journaling, titles, enhancements, color, line, lettering and shape are the building blocks of scrapbook design. You will learn how and when to use these elements to create great pages. You will also learn principles of design structure that will help you create strong layouts.
Punches - Punches are exciting tools that cut shapes from paper. In this SDU class we will explore how to maintain your punches, adhere pieces, build shapes into images and create punch scenes.
Supply List:
All tools are supplied for the classes!
After completing all 10 classes you will graduate from Scrapbook Design & You and receive an SDU diploma from EK Success and Cropper's Corral! You will also be eligible to take SDU Methods Classes!
The Methods program features classes designed to refine your skills in specific areas of interest. At the end of each Methods class, a special collectable pin is provided for you to proudly display!
Methods Classes
Patterned Paper
Take the knowledge you acquired earlier about color theory, and apply it to working with patterned paper. You will learn about the parts that comprise the whole of patterned paper, and will discover how color and pattern work together to create a harmonious scrapbook layout!
Embellishment Savvy
Explore how embellishments can turn plain designs into one-of-a-kind keepsakes, and can easily transform the mood or meaning of an entire project. Using your acquired knowledge of layout design, you will develop the ability to view a basic layout as a blank canvas for your embellishing creativity!
Antique Chic
Learn great techniques for creating this beautiful distressed style using the Laura Ashley paper collection and Nostalgiques embellishments. Techniques include tearing, crumbling, sanding, inking and chalking.


Advanced Punching
In this three hour class, you will learn how to get the most out of your Paper Shapers punches using punch techniques with the Corner Adorner and Card Creator styles. Create beautiful frames and borders with these intricate designs.


Cost: Take advantage of our special SDU offer and purchase all ten classes at once for just $100 AND receive the SDU binder FREE! You’ve seen the ads in the Scrapbook Magazines now YOU can take Scrapbook Design & You classes right here at Cropper's Corral. This is a 10-class program in which you will start with the basics and become a pro in scrapbook design.