Croptoberfest is Coming!

At Croptoberfest, you'll have plenty of uninterrupted, distraction-free time to: 

•  Bring your laptop and organize your digital photos with Historian. 
•  Get started on your very own digital album in Artisan. 
•  Bring the stacks, bags, and boxes of photos that have been lurking in your home and get them organized into a photo sorting box.
•  Upload your precious photos to a FREE 1 gig Trial Account at Forever
• Slide your pictures into a Pocket Page or Fast2Fabulous album and complete it with journaling in just a few hours (My Mexico book is proof that it’s possible and I’d love to show it off!). 
• Work on your traditional albums with all the newest products from Creative Memories.  

Whatever you need, I'm here to help, and my Croptoberfest is the perfect place to get it done! 

And, of course, there will be lots of great gifts waiting for you when you arrive, PLUS an exclusive All Occasion Card Kit, designed especially for YOU!

(A sneak peek at the cards we'll be playing with)

Bring-A-Friend Bonus!  When both you and your friend (who's new to me and/or CM) register and pre-pay, I'll have a fabulous BONUS free gift just for the two of you!

Please let me know ASAP if there are any products you'd like me to order and have ready for you at Croptoberfest.  Visit my website to see all the latest products! 

To register for Croptoberfest, fill out the registration form, or email me, and then mail me your payment

When:             Friday October 7, 7 pm – Midnight.

Saturday October 8, 10 am – 9 pm

Where:           My home, 5317 S Wildflower Lane, Murray

Fee:                 $40.00.  Includes lunch & dinner on Saturday, plus use of my tools & idea books, plenty of space to work, power and wi-fi for your laptop, free gifts, the All Occasion card kit, and more!

Deadline:        Monday, October 3^rd

Space is limited, and seats are reserved on a first-come, first-paid basis, so get your registration and payment in promptly!

I'll see you there!

Elegant Cards for Life's Difficult Moments

These simple and elegant cards are perfect for letting someone know that you're thinking of them when they're experiencing one of life's more challenging times.

These exclusive cards use photos with vellum sentiments plus ribbon, trim, bling  and other embellishments.

Class will be Friday, September 23, starting at 7:00 pm.  The $25 fee includes everything you need to make these beautiful cards, including cards & envelopes, pre-cut papers, embellishments, and more.  Please bring your own adhesive.

Please RSVP by Monday, September 19th to reserve your spot in this class.

Cards to Welcome that Precious Bundle of Joy!

My next card class will by Friday, June 10, from 7:00 to 9:00 pm at my home in Murray.  We'll be making these ADORABLE baby cards!

Your $25 fee includes everything you need to make these 13 special cards, including pre-cut papers, embellishments, bling, cards and envelopes.

Please RSVP by Monday June 6.  I look forward to seeing you soon!

What I've Been Creating Lately

I have been quite busy lately.  I had a long-term substituting assignment for a dear friend while she was out on maternity leave.  I had a great time, but I was completely exhausted when I gave her class back to her.

Here's my cute Shannon holding new Baby Teacher, at just 3 days old.  So precious!

Then there was Senior Ball.  Shannon went with a group of friends.  She had a vision for her hair, and the dress and such, including long lacy gloves which were nearly impossible to find.

And, because I'm me, I made the boutonniere as well I refuse to pay big bucks for this when it's SO easy to make!!  Just don't ask me to do corsages.  Thank heavens I only have girls at home from now on, so, hopefully, no corsages necessary.

Next up, skate show, with Shannon skating a solo.  We ordered her skating dress online (I can only dream of being that talented), but we needed to do her hair.  She skated to "White Out" from "Frozen," so we were trying for an Elsa look.  We didn't get the front poofy enough, but the back turned out cute with the flowers in her hair.  And she did a great job!

Obligatory proud mom photo of Shannon during her solo.  Photo taken by Eric Shramm.

Spring Fling is Coming!

It's my biggest crop of the season and you don't want to miss it!

Hours of uninterrupted cropping and crafting time, plus fabulous gifts and delicious meals!  Who could ask for anything more?  

This year, my Spring Fling will be held on Friday and Saturday April 15th and 16th.  We'll start Friday night from 7 pm to midnight and then come back Saturday from 10 am to 9 pm.  I'll have some fantastic gifts for you, plus this adorable set of 10 mini cards, perfect for gift giving or little notes to friends and family.  

Aren't these just the cutest? Designed exclusively for this event, and yours free when you register by April 10th.  

Spring Fling is $40 and includes plenty of space to scrapbook, use of all of my tools and idea books (CM has some super fun new border cartridges!), lunch and dinner on Saturday, plus those adorable cards and more!  

Space is limited, so register soon.  

To register, shoot me an email at mamaerica@hotmail.com or give me a call at 801.699.1279. 

I can't wait to see you and catch up on all that you've been doing!  

Cards For Her

These are my latest card creations, designed especially for YOU!  

This set includes 10 cards, perfect for the women in your life.  

The card class will be held on Friday, March 18 from 7 to 9 pm at my home in Murray.  There are a limited number of kits available so you'll want to RSVP as soon as possible.  You'll assemble 10 cards for just $20!  I do all of the cutting and sorting, making these cards quick and easy to put together.  You will LOVE them!  

Please RSVP by Monday, March 14th to hold your spot.  

*General crop policies, including cancellations, apply to this event*

"Crop 'Til It Stops" Fundraising Crop

I have details for the Soroptimist's annual fundraising crop, raising money to help prevent domestic violence and assist those who have been victims of it.

When;  Saturday, January 23, from 9 am to 7 pm (or perhaps later)
Where:  The Sons of the Utah Pioneers Building, 3301 E Louise Avenue, Salt Lake City (it's north of the Smith's on 3300 South and about 3100 East, near 215).
Cost:  $20-40, depending on how long you stay.  There are classes you can attend for an additional fee.

The registration form can be found here, and you'll find contact information for Diane McCarty if you have any questions.  More information can be found here and here as well.

I'll have a small display at the event, but I mostly just love to go and crop!  Let me know if you're attending and we can sit together.

Super Cute New Products from CM

They've added a MUSIC NOTES Border Maker Cartridge!!  I'm *so* excited about this!  All three of my kids are involved in music, from school orchestras to church bell choirs, and lots in between.  This cartridge will get a TON of use and I can't wait to get my hands on it!

CM is also adding some new ABC/123 stickers, plus two new lines of paper, stickers, and embellishments.  The first is "A Year to Remember," with stickers, paper, and calendar grids, all designed to make preserving your memories simple and quick!  The second new line is called "Fresh Picks."  It's features soft pastel colors and watercolor images.  It speaks of spring and new life and I love it!

You can order any or all of these things through my Creative Memories website, or contact me and I can order for you.