Been a long time since I hijacked Dee's blog, but it happens. :)
This Saturday, June 14th, Dee and a friend will be vendors at The St. Bernard Farmers & Seafood Market in Arabi, LA. - From 10am to 2pm @ the Aycock Barn - 409 Aycock Street, Arabi LA 70032. For directions if ya need them - 504-278-4242 or Google Map it! Click here to see their FaceBook page
They will be selling craft items from A to Z with a large variety, and I know they have kept Father's Day in mind - so pick up a last minute, 1-of-a-kind Father's Day present (or something for yourself; we won't tell!).
And, along with crafts, there is plenty more the Market offers - Local Produce, FRESH LOCAL Seafood, Herbs, Spices, Home-made Jellies & Jams, Sweets, and so much more!
Hope to see you there!
Until next time I sneak in my two cents!
Felix
Thursday, June 12, 2014
Monday, April 14, 2014
New Webstore Coming; Classes and Crops!
We've moved!
And we are very busy unpacking, organizing, and getting everything set up.
The WebStore
Should soon be fully functional. After diligently working on it for a couple weeks, I don't know what happened, but the final upload failed and the files became corrupted. So, needless to say, I've got Felix rebuilding the entire site. And it is looking great!Of course, we still have fabulous local-themed items, and I will soon be teaching classes - and regularly hosting crops - at the local Art store (Art With Heart, LLC). As soon as the schedule is complete, it will be posted on the Calendar of Upcoming Events!
Until next time,
Happy scrapping and stamping!
Dee
Tuesday, January 7, 2014
Tips to Stay Warm AND Safe! PLEASE READ!!!
"Baby, it's COLD outside!!!"
Well, if it weren't life-threatening, I'd be laughing about that opening line, but being that a lot of people are still unemployed, under-employed, simply do not have the funding to heat their living quarters, or are outright homeless - it's no laughing matter.
Please, everybody, be SAFE in trying to keep warm!!! Below are a few tips (and links to websites) to help you stay warm and safe. PLEASE READ it thoroughly, in case you have forgotten any of it; it could save your life, or the life of another! I really do care about all of you, and don't want anyone to suffer loss - be it loss of life, limb, pet, home, etc.
My love and blessings to you all,
Dee
Well, if it weren't life-threatening, I'd be laughing about that opening line, but being that a lot of people are still unemployed, under-employed, simply do not have the funding to heat their living quarters, or are outright homeless - it's no laughing matter.
Please, everybody, be SAFE in trying to keep warm!!! Below are a few tips (and links to websites) to help you stay warm and safe. PLEASE READ it thoroughly, in case you have forgotten any of it; it could save your life, or the life of another! I really do care about all of you, and don't want anyone to suffer loss - be it loss of life, limb, pet, home, etc.
- First, and foremost, please CHECK ON FAMILY MEMBERS, FRIENDS, AND CO-WORKERS to ensure they have whatever necessary to stay warm. A lot of people are very proud and do not like to admit that they cannot afford to heat their home or purchase necessary clothing or linens - especially (older) family members. If you think someone is having difficulty, consider asking them over for the evening. If you want to help them save face, you could say you want to kick off the New Year with a little get-together, and play board games or charades, or just have popcorn and watch movies (shameless plug: Crafting is always a great excuse!). Whatever it takes; just remember to take care of others, as you would want other people to check on and take care of you.
- To help someone who is actually homeless, offer them a ride to a local shelter (if not your own house), or give them any of the following: a sweater, coat, hat, scarf, blanket, sheets, socks, mittens, shoes, or the little instant hand-warmers sold at places like Dollar Stores and Sports Stores.
- Drink hot liquids, like tea, coffee, cocoa, or soup, to keep your insides warm.
- Snuggle with your kids, pets, or (gasp!) even your spouse! LOL!
- Dance, do jumping jacks, jump rope (clear furniture away first!), or do other exercises. Maybe even have a scavenger hunt; it'll not only keep everyone moving, but it will keep people in a more light-hearted mood and the close quarters won't make tempers flare as quickly (a sad side-effect of too many people in a cramped space under stressful conditions.)
- Watch funny shows on TV, or play funny games: laughing helps keeps you warm!
- Here is a link to FEMA's Winter Fire Safety page. It has individual links for more in-depth information that is most relative to YOUR situation.
- Keep all flammable objects (especially clothing, linens, blankets, paper items) FAR from heat source (heater, fireplace, candle, etc.). Placing a crib/bed/chair closer to keep warmer is more dangerous than it is worth! Use layering (see below), and maintain a safe distance.
- Layering lighter-weight items traps air in between, providing greater insulation and warmth.
- Layers of newspaper are actually warming, too!
- Keep heat source at floor level, as heat rises UPWARDS.
- Most ceiling fans have a button (usually next to the pull chain) to reverse the direction of air flow, and send warmer air back downwards. (Keep ceiling fan on LOW so it doesn't cool the just-warmed air!) Here's a link to the info from GoodHousekeeping.com on REVERSING CEILING FAN AIR FLOW FOR WINTER.
- OPEN the flue whenever using a fireplace.
- Only burn recommended items in a fireplace - NEVER plastics or trash! (Click here for more in-depth FIREPLACE SAFETY from FEMA.)
- Here's an awesome article from Wikipedia on HOW TO STAY WARM WITHOUT USING A HEATER.
- This is another article, from eHow.com, on 3 WAYS TO STAY WARM AT HOME WITHOUT A HEATER.
- If you have pets, this article from VetStreet.com helps you KEEP OUTDOOR PETS WARM. (Here's another great one from them on WALKING THE DOG IN WINTER.)
- This article from HubPages.com tells you specifically HOW TO KEEP OUTDOOR CATS WARM IN WINTER.
- There is more (different) info in this article from PetPlace.com; although it says it is for 'Pets', it seems more specifically written for dogs. Either way, it has very valuable information: 10 WAYS TO KEEP YOUR PET WARM THIS WINTER.
My love and blessings to you all,
Dee
Friday, January 3, 2014
WEEKLY CROPS COMING SOON!!!
Oh, I am SO EXCITED! I've got GREAT NEWS!
This weekend I will be checking out a place on the Northshore; if I think it would be appropriate for us, Scrappersaurus will soon begin holding weekly crops again, as well as Workshops and Events!
Isn't that fabulous?!
While I know we will be starting off with just weekly Friday crops, I really don't have much more to say right yet, but as soon as everything is settled, I will post it here on the Blog and tell you when you can begin making reservations!
Also, orders are currently being put together for NEW MARDI GRAS PRODUCTS, and the website is once again going through an upgrade (Yes, again! LOL).
The Webstore will soon be fully functional and back online, for you to place your orders.
Yes, I definitely believe 2014 is going to be an outstanding year for Scrappersaurus; stay tuned!
Until next time,
Happy Scrapping and Stamping!
Dee
This weekend I will be checking out a place on the Northshore; if I think it would be appropriate for us, Scrappersaurus will soon begin holding weekly crops again, as well as Workshops and Events!
Isn't that fabulous?!
While I know we will be starting off with just weekly Friday crops, I really don't have much more to say right yet, but as soon as everything is settled, I will post it here on the Blog and tell you when you can begin making reservations!
Also, orders are currently being put together for NEW MARDI GRAS PRODUCTS, and the website is once again going through an upgrade (Yes, again! LOL).
The Webstore will soon be fully functional and back online, for you to place your orders.
Yes, I definitely believe 2014 is going to be an outstanding year for Scrappersaurus; stay tuned!
Until next time,
Happy Scrapping and Stamping!
Dee
Tuesday, December 31, 2013
HAPPY NEW YEAR!
Happy New Year's Eve, Everyone!
First, an announcement:
Things simply didn't work out as anticipated; therefore, I am no longer an employee of nor associated with Michaels Arts and Crafts stores in any way, shape, or form.
That said, I want to wish everyone a Happy and Safe New Year, filled with endless possibilities, and boundless joy and fulfillment!
Felix and I are still looking for a house to purchase. I feel like we've been searching for just under a year now, and haven't been able to find anything that really works for us. It gets kind of frustrating, after so long. We aren't able to reopen the webstore fully until we get settled into a house, and I am just itching to get things started up again! I so much miss having a storefront!
If you know of anyone selling a home - Southshore or Northshore - please let us know!
Also, I've been considering sharing a small storefront with another business, so if any of you know of or have a space to share, please contact me!
Until next time, Happy Scrapping and Stamping!
Dee
First, an announcement:
Things simply didn't work out as anticipated; therefore, I am no longer an employee of nor associated with Michaels Arts and Crafts stores in any way, shape, or form.
That said, I want to wish everyone a Happy and Safe New Year, filled with endless possibilities, and boundless joy and fulfillment!
Felix and I are still looking for a house to purchase. I feel like we've been searching for just under a year now, and haven't been able to find anything that really works for us. It gets kind of frustrating, after so long. We aren't able to reopen the webstore fully until we get settled into a house, and I am just itching to get things started up again! I so much miss having a storefront!
If you know of anyone selling a home - Southshore or Northshore - please let us know!
Also, I've been considering sharing a small storefront with another business, so if any of you know of or have a space to share, please contact me!
Until next time, Happy Scrapping and Stamping!
Dee
Thursday, December 12, 2013
January Crop in N.Y. / FREE Cricut Create cuts this week!
Season's Greetings, and all that mushy stuff! LOL!
We received the following special request; you know Scrappersaurus is always happy to help out, particularly when it is for something near and dear to our heart!
PS37 is a self-contained Special Education School for Children with Disabilities (such as Autism, Congenital Heart Disease, Down Syndrome, and Cerebral Palsy).
Thank you, in advance, for any support you can provide!
Please consider donating items for Goody Bags, Door Prizes, Raffles, or Auctions! What better way to pare down, and make room for what Santa will be bringing you?!
I believe the Raffle/Auction items could be anything (not just craft-related) that someone would want to bid on or buy a ticket for a chance to win.
If you will be in the New York area, or just want to get away for some "me" time after the holiday madness, you could even attend the crop, yourself! Their Registration Flyer is included at the bottom of this post, with all the info.
If you are unable to mail donations directly to the school, please contact me to find out when and where you can drop it off, and we will mail them with our donations. Scrappersaurus will mail all donations Saturday, December 21st, so the organizers will have enough time to prepare.
Thank you in advance, Scrappersaurusonians, for all your caring support and assistance with this very worthwhile endeavor!
And . . . in other news . . .
Do you own a Cricut machine, or want to? The following brief video shows how easy it is to use: http://www.cricut.com/home/learn/machines/expression-2. However, there's nothing better than a hands-on trial, and the next Cricut Expression 2 Test Drive at Michaels is Friday, 12/20/13 from 6-8pm - just in time to let Santa know you want one! The cost is only $10.00, to come try it out for yourself!
In case you haven't heard about the Cricut Craft Room - where you can now go online to design your Cricut project, using their software - you can see what it is all about here: http://www.cricut.com/home/craftroom. Be sure to check out the FREE cuts they have available for you this week - 12/11-18 - http://www.cricut.com/home/free-images.
Y'all be safe driving around out there in that crazy holiday traffic!
REMEMBER: Holidays are a time of giving and forgiving, so let's please avoid the road rage!!!
If someone cuts you off, or steals that parking spot you've been circling 10 minutes to get, instead of cursing them out, BLESS them and move on. Yes, that may be difficult to do, but trust me, God / Karma / The Universe will take care of any real injustices. One can truly never know what another person is dealing with that could blind them to realizing they even did anything wrong. Just let it go, and go on about your day. You will be repaid in kind!
Until next time, happy Scrapping, Stamping, and SHOPPING!!!
Dee
PS 37
Saturday, January
18, 2014
10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
15 Fairfield Street Staten Island , NY 10308
Address:_____________________________________________________
E-Mail Address:________________________________________________
15 Fairfield Street Staten Island , NY 10308
We received the following special request; you know Scrappersaurus is always happy to help out, particularly when it is for something near and dear to our heart!
PS37 is a self-contained Special Education School for Children with Disabilities (such as Autism, Congenital Heart Disease, Down Syndrome, and Cerebral Palsy).
On January 18, 2014, the PTA of PS37R is planning to hold their 3rd Annual Crop for Our Kids Scrapbook Event to raise money for much-needed equipment, which the Department of Education cannot pay for. Approximately 150 scrappers, mainly from around the New York area, will be attending.
Any, and all, donations made to help achieve the goal will be greatly appreciated! Items are needed specifically to raffle off to raise funds needed for equipment purchase, as well as for inclusion in the goody bags for croppers. All proceeds go directly to the children, and are tax deductible.
Please mail donations directly to:
Attn: Katy Shelkowitz
Scrapbook Event Chairperson
15 Fairfield Street
Staten Island NY 10308
Thank you, in advance, for any support you can provide!
Please consider donating items for Goody Bags, Door Prizes, Raffles, or Auctions! What better way to pare down, and make room for what Santa will be bringing you?!
I believe the Raffle/Auction items could be anything (not just craft-related) that someone would want to bid on or buy a ticket for a chance to win.
If you will be in the New York area, or just want to get away for some "me" time after the holiday madness, you could even attend the crop, yourself! Their Registration Flyer is included at the bottom of this post, with all the info.
If you are unable to mail donations directly to the school, please contact me to find out when and where you can drop it off, and we will mail them with our donations. Scrappersaurus will mail all donations Saturday, December 21st, so the organizers will have enough time to prepare.
Thank you in advance, Scrappersaurusonians, for all your caring support and assistance with this very worthwhile endeavor!
And . . . in other news . . .
Do you own a Cricut machine, or want to? The following brief video shows how easy it is to use: http://www.cricut.com/home/learn/machines/expression-2. However, there's nothing better than a hands-on trial, and the next Cricut Expression 2 Test Drive at Michaels is Friday, 12/20/13 from 6-8pm - just in time to let Santa know you want one! The cost is only $10.00, to come try it out for yourself!
In case you haven't heard about the Cricut Craft Room - where you can now go online to design your Cricut project, using their software - you can see what it is all about here: http://www.cricut.com/home/craftroom. Be sure to check out the FREE cuts they have available for you this week - 12/11-18 - http://www.cricut.com/home/free-images.
Y'all be safe driving around out there in that crazy holiday traffic!
REMEMBER: Holidays are a time of giving and forgiving, so let's please avoid the road rage!!!
If someone cuts you off, or steals that parking spot you've been circling 10 minutes to get, instead of cursing them out, BLESS them and move on. Yes, that may be difficult to do, but trust me, God / Karma / The Universe will take care of any real injustices. One can truly never know what another person is dealing with that could blind them to realizing they even did anything wrong. Just let it go, and go on about your day. You will be repaid in kind!
Until next time, happy Scrapping, Stamping, and SHOPPING!!!
Dee
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Crop For Our
Kids 2014
PS 37
$35 for 11 hours of scrapbooking!!!
You will receive scrap space, a goody bag, breakfast,
lunch, dinner, & snacks! There will
be vendors on site, and make-and-takes!
Lots of raffles & give-aways!
We will also be scrapping the day away to the music of Raymel
Productions again this year!
Come scrap the day away and help support the children
of
“America Favorite School
************************************************************
Name:________________________________________________________
E-Mail Address:________________________________________________
Phone
#:______________________________________________________
Sit Me
With:___________________________________________________
I will
donate:___________________________________________________
*Special raffle ticket for
each donation you bring with you to the crop!
Please make checks payable to: PS 37 PTA and
mail to:
PS 37
Wednesday, December 4, 2013
$5.00 CROP - 3-9pm - Sat. Dec. 7, 2013 - Michaels on Veterans
Michaels' December Scrap-IN
TIME: 3-9PM (come later/leave earlier, if you choose)
PLACE: Scrap-IN Classroom at Michaels Craft Store
8851 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, LA 70003
RESERVE and PAY FOR YOUR SEAT ONLINE, now:
http://classes.michaels.com/OnlineClasses/control/dateView?storeId=9952&zipCode=70003
(The December Calendar is not displaying in List mode; click on "Calendar View" to see everything.)
EACH PARTICIPANT RECEIVES:
- Discount Coupon valid day of Crop
- Printed Calendar of Classes and FREE Demos
- Sneak Peek at upcoming Class creations
- Table space to craft while you socialize, forge new friendships, share ideas, and draw inspiration from the surrounding creativity!
- Free Beverages: fresh, hot Coffee/Tea/Cocoa; cool, refreshing Iced Tea
- Also, there is always something EXTRA; why should this Crop be any different?! Come join us, to find out!
- Several nearby restaurants/fast-food places for snacks/dinner, such as:
- LA Purchase Kitchen at front of shopping center (you have to pass it to get to Michaels)
- Starbucks Coffee across the street (Veterans)
- Casa Garcia on Veterans, close to David Drive.
- Ground Pat'i on David Drive, close to Veterans.
- Café du Monde, French Press Coffee House, Popeye's, Taco Bell, Rally's, etc. are all on Williams Blvd.
- Two ATM machines at Chase bank (West side of strip mall)
- Cricut Expression 2*
- Cuttlebug / BigShot*
- Rubber Stamps*
- Paper Trimmer
- Decorative Edge Scissors
Please mark all personal tools, dies, embossing folders, rubber stamps, etc. with your full name and email address or phone number! (Address labels work fine.)
Until next time, happy scrapping and stamping!
Dee
Saturday, November 30, 2013
Snowflakes for Lisa / Translate from Chinese?
Hello, y'all!
With Thanksgiving behind us and Chanukah underway, many are now looking forward to the Christmas and Kwanzaa Celebrations, as well as the upcoming New Year. Times may be tough, with jobs and the economy uncertain, and focusing on the blessings we DO have - RIGHT NOW - can see us through until things eventually improve. Crafting can be very helpful in relieving stress; plus, you have the added benefit of creating something beautiful you can give to someone you care about. A true gift from the heart!
I have a good friend, Lisa, who is currently really into snowflake designs. She sent me a link to one project she found that we both think is stunning. However, the only directions are photos of each step, but the writing is in Chinese (I think!). I'm sorry, guys... I can do English and Spanish, and even a little French and Italian, but Chinese is totally out of my area.
Can someone out there help? I would love to post this project on the website, with full accompanying instructions written in English.
In the meanwhile, here it is, so you can see what it looks like. Personally, I think it would make a gorgeous handmade paper poinsettia! I'm going to attempt making one from the pictures, and will post my results tomorrow.
Please email me at Scrappersaurus@gmail.com if you can help me translate this beautiful project into English.
Until next time, happy scrapping and stamping!
Dee
With Thanksgiving behind us and Chanukah underway, many are now looking forward to the Christmas and Kwanzaa Celebrations, as well as the upcoming New Year. Times may be tough, with jobs and the economy uncertain, and focusing on the blessings we DO have - RIGHT NOW - can see us through until things eventually improve. Crafting can be very helpful in relieving stress; plus, you have the added benefit of creating something beautiful you can give to someone you care about. A true gift from the heart!
I have a good friend, Lisa, who is currently really into snowflake designs. She sent me a link to one project she found that we both think is stunning. However, the only directions are photos of each step, but the writing is in Chinese (I think!). I'm sorry, guys... I can do English and Spanish, and even a little French and Italian, but Chinese is totally out of my area.
Can someone out there help? I would love to post this project on the website, with full accompanying instructions written in English.
In the meanwhile, here it is, so you can see what it looks like. Personally, I think it would make a gorgeous handmade paper poinsettia! I'm going to attempt making one from the pictures, and will post my results tomorrow.
Please email me at Scrappersaurus@gmail.com if you can help me translate this beautiful project into English.
Until next time, happy scrapping and stamping!
Dee
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