:GIVEAWAY: Creating Keepsakes March/April 2012 Issue

You're going to love the March/April 2012 issue of Creating Keepsakes magazine! 

According to the CK description, this is what you'll find between the covers:

* new style inspiration for layouts about your family,
* 8 cool techniques to help you "leap ahead" in your scrapbooking,
* clever ideas to scrapbook baby photos (taken recently or not),
* 5 new uses for pigment powder,
* heartwarming ways to celebrate friendship,
* easy-peasy scraplifting tips,
* and more.

GIVEAWAY:

AND, Creating Keepsakes is allowing me to give away a copy to one lucky AMOM reader! Just leave a comment to this post by 5 p.m. CST on Thursday, March 22nd, 2012 and you'll be entered for a chance to win! 

Random.org will choose and I'll announce the winner on Friday.

Would you like FIVE MORE CHANCES TO WIN?? Simply visit these other blogs/bloggers who are also giving away copies and enter their giveaways as well:

Kim Jackson

https://www.jacksoki.com/

Kim Watson

https://kj-starre.blogspot.com/

Adele Beck

https://considerthedayseized.blogspot.com/

Suzy Plantamura

https://suzyplantamura.typepad.com/

The Scrap Review

https://www.thescrapreview.com

GOOD LUCK!!

:SALE: NEW Pre-Orders from Webster's Pages and American Crafts @ StopAndScrap PLUS and Special AMOM Reader Coupon Code

StopAndScrap.com has pre-orders on sale today from Webster's Pages and American Crafts.

Here's a preview of the collections available at a discount TODAY ONLY!!

Take a look and then be sure to read below to find out how you get get an additional discount just for being an AMOM Reader!

Also, if you order $50 or more, your shipping is FREE! Separate orders can actually even be combined to help you reach this total if you wish. Be sure to read the details on these options carefully to make sure you take full advantage of this great offer.

SPECIAL AMOM READER COUPON CODE:

AND, for being an AMOM reader, you can get an EXTRA 12% OFF (in addition to their automatic discount for the day) just by entering the code MEMORIES at checkout.

ENJOY!

:SALE: NEW Pre-Orders from Three Top Manufacturers @ StopAndScrap PLUS and Special AMOM Reader Coupon Code

StopAndScrap.com has pre-orders on sale today Echo Park, Fancy Pants and Little Yellow Bicycle.

Here's a preview of the collections available at a discount TODAY ONLY!!

Take a look and then be sure to read below to find out how you get get an additional discount just for being an AMOM Reader!

Also, if you order $50 or more, your shipping is FREE! Separate orders can actually even be combined to help you reach this total if you wish. Be sure to read the details on these options carefully to make sure you take full advantage of this great offer.

SPECIAL AMOM READER COUPON CODE:

AND, for being an AMOM reader, you can get an EXTRA 12% OFF (in addition to their automatic discount for the day) just by entering the code MEMORIES at checkout.

ENJOY!

:SALE: FIVE New Pink Paislee Collections - Pre-Order Sales @ StopAndScrap.com PLUS Special AMOM Reader Coupon Code!

StopAndScrap.com has pre-orders on sale today for four brand new collections by Pink Paislee.

Here's a preview of the collections available at a discount TODAY ONLY!!

Take a look and then be sure to read below to find out how you get get an additional discount just for being an AMOM Reader!

Also, if you order $50 or more, your shipping is FREE! Separate orders can actually even be combined to help you reach this total if you wish. Be sure to read the details on these options carefully to make sure you take full advantage of this great offer.

SPECIAL AMOM READER COUPON CODE:

AND, for being an AMOM reader, you can get an EXTRA 12% OFF (in addition to their automatic discount for the day) just by entering the code MEMORIES at checkout.

ENJOY!

:SALE: FOUR New Lilybee Designs Collections - Pre-Order Sales @ StopAndScrap.com PLUS Special AMOM Reader Coupon Code!

StopAndScrap.com has pre-orders on sale today for four brand new collections by Lilybee Designs.

Here's a preview of the collections available at a discount TODAY ONLY!!

Take a look and then be sure to read below to find out how you get get an additional discount just for being an AMOM Reader!

Also, if you order $50 or more, your shipping is FREE! Separate orders can actually even be combined to help you reach this total if you wish. Be sure to read the details on these options carefully to make sure you take full advantage of this great offer.

SPECIAL AMOM READER COUPON CODE:

AND, for being an AMOM reader, you can get an EXTRA 12% OFF (in addition to their automatic discount for the day) just by entering the code MEMORIES at checkout.

ENJOY!

:GIVEAWAY WINNER: Olfa Scissors

I've got a lucky winner to announce!

Congrats, ColleenB!!

You will soon be enjoying this pair of wonderful scissors...please watch your inbox for further details on how to claim your prize.

Don't miss out on more great giveaways coming soon! If you haven't already, sign up for updates to the AMOM blog by email subscription or your favorite blog reader through the links in the right sidebar. Maybe Random.org will make your number lucky next time!

:REVIEW & GIVEAWAY: OLFA 5-inch Precision Appliqué Scissors

While a trimmer is important tool in every scrapbooker's set of supplies for making straight cuts on a larger scale, it's very helpful to have a small and sharp pair of scissors for more precision cuts.

Olfa is known for high quality cutting products and their new scissor design - the 5-inch Precision Appliqué Scissor - is no exception.

These scissors were designed specifically for working with fabrics and can  accurately cut up to six layers of fabric. Many scrapbookers have been incorporating various types of fabric, trim and stitching into their designs for quite some time, so it only makes sense to add this great pair of scissors to your stash of tools.

They are lightweight, feature stainless steel blades and have wider holes that accommodate up to three fingers for comfort and more control in cutting.

GIVEAWAY:
Here's a chance for you to try them out for yourself!! Simply leave a comment to this post by 5 p.m. on Thursday, December 15th, 2011 and you'll be entered to win.

Random.org will choose and I'll announce the winner on Friday.

GOOD LUCK!!

:SALE: BasicGrey Sale @ Scrapbook.com...TODAY only!

Scrapbook.com has an amazing deal today!!

They are offering an additional 20% off the lowest-marked price on ALL BasicGrey products!

No coupon required...but the offer is good TODAY only!

So, if you could use some BasicGrey lovliness, now is the time to stock up!! The discount is valid on collection packs, paper, embellishments, albums, card kits and MORE!

Happy Shopping!

:MEMORYWORKS EXPRESS: November 2011 Kit - "Let it Snow"

Our newest MemoryWorks Express Kit is all about the cooler seasons.

Curl up with your favorite memories, add a dash of creativity and scrap the night away with "Let it Snow".

Check out the inspiring projects created by the MemoryWorks Design Team with this beautiful kit in the November Idea Express featuring exclusive PageMaps sketches!

The November 2011 MemoryWorks Express Kit Contains:

Patterned Paper
{1} 12x12 Wonderland - North Country (Prima)
{1} 12x12 Glacier Roads - North Country (Prima)
{1} 12x12 Manie Meadows - North Country (Prima)
{1} 12x12 Dot - Blitzen (BoBunny)
{1} 12x12 Stockings - Blitzen (BoBunny)
{1} 12x12 Reindeer Fly - Holly Jolly (My Mind's Eye)

Solid Cardstock
{1} 12x12 Cranberry Stationary (Lilybee Designs)
{1} 12x 12 Spruce Stationary (Lilybee Designs)
{1} 12x12 Frost Stationary (Lilybee Designs)
{1} 12x12 Oatmeal Stationary (Lilybee Designs)

Embellishments
{1} 12x12 ABC's Stickers - Jingle (Lilybee Designs)
{1} 12x12 Tis the Season Transparency (Fancy Pants)
{6} Blitzen Noteworthy Die Cut Shapes - Assorted Styles & Sizes (BoBunny)
{4} Kraft and White Die Cut Snowflakes - Assorted Styles (Maya Road)
{3} Kraft Mini Tags - Assorted Styles (Maya Road)
{3} Chipboard Snowflakes - Assorted Styles & Sizes (Maya Road)
{3} Antique Gem Trinket Pins (Maya Road)
{3} North Country Avon Roses - Assorted Colors (Prima)
{5} North Country Essentials II Flowers - Assorted Colors (Prima)
{12} Joyeaux Noel Buttons - Assorted Sizes (Buttons Galore)
{1} ½ Yard Brown Crepe ¾" Ribbon (Creative Impressions)
{1} ½ Yard Olive Silk ¼" Ribbon (May Arts)
{1} ½ Yard Red Sheer Box Pleat Ribbon (May Arts)

Cards
{2} 3x6 Cranberry Stationary (Lilybee Designs)
{2} 3x6 Spruce Stationary (Lilybee Designs)
{1} 3x6 Frost Stationary (Lilybee Designs)
{1} 3x6 Oatmeal Stationary (Lilybee Designs)
{6} 3 ¼ x 3 ¼ Clear Envelopes

ALL FOR ONLY $29.95!! (plus $6.50 S&H)
Due to high demand, it is quite possible that this month's kit is already sold out! If you are interested in subscribing to the MemoryWorks Express Kit Program and guaranteeing you spot for next month, please contact me today for further details!

:GIVEAWAY WINNER: My Memories Suite 2.0

Better late than never...I have a winner for my giveaway of a FREE copy of the best digital scrapbooking software on the market!

CONGRATS, SMFSPROUT!!

Please watch your inbox for further details on how to claim your prize!

Read more about all the great features of My Memories Suite here.

Don't despair...if you didn't win. 

GET $10 OFF!!

My Memories Suite already has a great price, but I have a $10.00 OFF coupon code for you to try it for yourself! Simply copy and paste the code STMMMS74998 at checkout to receive you discount.

:GIVEAWAY: My Memories Suite 2.0

I've been designing word art pack for My Memories for about 8 months now and it's been a great experience!

While I have continued to create and share my word art freebies with you, I have also loved creating themed word art packs for sale and use with the My Memories Suite 2.0 software (and any other software that supports PNG images).

My Memories Suite 2.0 is currently the #1 rated digital scrapbooking software on the market (according to Top Ten Reviews).

My Memories Suite 2.0 offers an exciting new interface, intuitive features, and a variety of unique designs. For the first time it is being offered via download so users can start scrapbooking immediately!

Here is just a few of the great new features:

• Drag & drop page elements such as embellishments, backgrounds, and layouts from a convenient sidebar with the Resource Gallery.
• Have precise control of your page design with Zoom.
• Position journaling around circular and angled shapes.
• Create your own word art with effects like bevel & emboss, gradients, warping, and more!
• Space elements on your page evenly with advanced align function.
• Search through thousands of embellishments quickly to find the one perfect graphic.
• Layer multiple background papers—perfect for mats, paper strips, frames, and more.
• Combine pages from albums with different shapes.
• Edit your text directly on your page with precision.
• See your effects on your page as you add and adjust them with intuitive preview.
• Duplicate and mirror your pages easily.
• View your page layouts one at a time, or together as double-page spreads.
• Easily share your album with enhanced photobook, calendar, and card wizards.
• Add multiple pictures to your layout quickly with FastFill.
• Burn your creations onto a CD or DVD with better optical device support.

GIVEAWAY:

I have one free copy of My Memories Suite 2.0 to give away to one lucky reader!

To enter, simply visit the My Memories store, pick your favorite digital scrapbooking kit in the store. Leave a link in a comment to this post and tell me what you like about it by 5 p.m. on Thursday, October 27th, 2011 and you'll be entered for a chance to win!!

VISIT THE MY MEMORIES STORE HERE

Random.org will choose and I'll announce the winner on Friday.

GOOD LUCK!

:FIVE FAVES: by Pattern...Damask...

Classic. Vintage. Elegant.

Damask patterns can be called many things, but whatever you're favorite adjective, you simply can't deny the beauty of damask.

While this pattern first emerged in the Middle Ages, it is still popular today and like so many other popular aspects of design and fashion, has worked it's way right into our scrapbooking products.

Here are my top five patterned papers featuring the pattern from recent releases:

Canvas Corp - Black and Kraft Collection - Damask

Here's a simple black on kraft...simple elegance at it's best!

Hambly Studios -Brocade Blossom - Antique White on Lagoon Blue

Here's a larger-than-life brocade from Hambly. I love the distressed white over pale blue.

Kaisercraft - 13th Hour Collection - Afternoon

This regal purple shade seems perfect for this pattern.

Pink Paislee - Snow Day Collection - Hot Cocoa

While this soft pink is not a color I would think of in reference to hot cocoa (the title of this paper), I can't help but love the subtle design.

We R Memory Keepers - Peppermint Twist Collection - Pomegranate

The bold and bright red brocade is perfect for the festive celebrations of the holidays!

LET'S TALK:

Are there other favorite brocade patterns that have recently made it onto your wish list, into your stash, or onto one of your layouts? Links are welcome and encouraged!

:MEMORYWORKS EXPRESS: October 2011 Kit "Haunted"

The newest MemoryWorks Express kit is full of all things October!

Stuffed full of sweet Halloween themed patterned paper, spooky embellishments and all of the thrills and chills of that "Haunted" Holiday.

Check out the inspiring projects created by the MemoryWorks Design Team with this beautiful kit in the October Idea Express featuring exclusive PageMaps sketches!

The October 2011 MemoryWorks Express Kit Contains:

Patterned Paper
{1} 12x12 Haunted - Phantom (Pink Paislee)
{1} 12x12 Apparition - Phantom (Pink Paislee)
{1} 12x12 Enchanted - Glowing (Authentique)
{1} 12x12 Thrill - Glowing (Authentique)
{1} 12x12 Afterglow - Glowing (Authentique)
{1} 12x12 Damask - Haunted Hallows (Teresa Collins)

Solid Cardstock
{1} 12x12 Blackberry Swirl (Bazzill)
{1} 12x 12 Tangerine (Bazzill)
{1} 12x12 Hummingbird (Bazzill)
{1} 12x12 Walnut Cream (Bazzill)
{1} 12x12 Almond Cream (Bazzill)

Embellishments
{1} 8x12 Element Stickers - Haunted Hallows (Teresa Collins)
{1} 6x8 Diction Stickers - Glowing (Authentique)
{1} 4x6 Black Petite Type Square Letter Stickers (Authentique)
{1} 4x6 Cream Petite Type Circle Letter Stickers (Authentique)
{1} 4x7 Hallows Eve Rub-on (Bo Bunny)
{1} Haunted Title Glitter Cut (Fancy Pants)
{1} Scary Swoosh Glitter Cut (Fancy Pants)
{1} 3" Black Crystal Flourish (Zva Creative)
{1} 3x4 Halloween Mini Bingo Card (Jenni Bowlin)
{2} Black Doily Flowers (Jenni Bowlin)
{4} Glazed Brads - Assorted Styles & Sizes (Teresa Collins)
{1} ½ Yard Orange & Black Gingham Ribbon (Creative Impressions)
{1} ½ Yard Orange with Black Dots Ribbon (Creative Impressions)
{1} ½ Yard Black with Black Swirl Organdy (Creative Impressions)

Cards
{1} 5.5 x 8.5 Blackberry Swirl (Bazzill)
{1} 5.5 x 8.5 Tangerine (Bazzill)
{1} 5.5 x 8.5 Hummingbird (Bazzill)
{1} 5.5 x 8.5 Walnut Cream (Bazzill)
{1} 5.5 x 8.5 Almond Cream (Bazzill)
{5} 5 3/4 X 4 3/8 Natural Envelopes

ALL FOR ONLY $29.95!! (plus $6.50 S&H)
Due to high demand, it is quite possible that this month's kit is already sold out! If you are interested in subscribing to the MemoryWorks Express Kit Program and guaranteeing you spot for next month, please contact me today for further details!

:FIVE FAVES: by Motif...Leaves...

If there's one thing that marks the start of fall, it's the falling of leaves.

The leaves are certainly starting to turn and fall in my neck of the woods, so I thought I'd share a few of my favorite scrapbooking paper designs featuring this fall motif.

American Crafts - Nightfall Collection - Fall Leaves
A simple leaf pattern...LOVE the burlap background on this design.

Bella Blvd - Finally Fall Collection - Leaf Pile
Lovely tone-on-tone design...

Fancy Pants Designs - Summer's End Collection - Falling Leaves
This is a beautiful color combination...dark grey, peachy orange, pale blue and mossy green.

Imaginisce - Happy Harvest Collection - Dancing Leaves
This is such a lovely, whimsical design...like these colorful little leaves are being carried on the breeze!

We R Memory Keepers - Autumn Splendor Collection - Autumn Leaf
This is such an interesting pattern...so straight and organized and balanced. Something the leave in my yard most definitely are NOT! :-)

LET'S TALK:
How about you?? Any leafy products that have recently found a new home in your scrapbooking stash (or added to you wish list)? Links are welcome and encouraged!

:MEMORYWORKS EXPRESS: September 2011 Kit - "Harvest"

Soon the seasons will change from the bright days of summer to the hazy days of Fall. Time to gather all in and enjoy the seasons to come!

Our September 2011 MemoryWorks Express kit Harvest is full of rich Autumn colors, shades and designs perfect for your Fall activities and memories!

Check out the inspiring projects created by the MemoryWorks Design Team with this beautiful kit in the September Idea Express featuring exclusive PageMaps sketches!

September 2011 MemoryWorks Express Kit Contains:

Patterned Paper
{1} 12x12 Countryside - Farmhouse (Crate Paper)
{1} 12x12 Cross Stitch - Farmhouse (Crate Paper)
{1} 12x12 Cupboard - Farmhouse (Crate Paper)
{1} 12x12 Memories - Lost & Found 2 (My Minds Eye)
{1} 12x12 Silly Stripe - Stella & Rose (My Minds Eye)
{1} 12x12 Dusk - Forever Fall (Bo Bunny)

Solid Cardstock
{1} 12x12 Papaya Puree Dark (Bazzill)
{1} 12x 12 Suede Brown Dark (Bazzill)
{1} 12x12 Sugar Cream (Bazzill)
{1} 12x12 Kraft (Bazzill)

Embellishments
{1} 6x12 Phrase Stickers - Farmhouse (Crate Paper)
{1} 6x12 Border Stickers - Farmhouse (Crate Paper)
{1} 6x12 Woodgrain Mini Alphas (Sassafras)
{3} 5x8 Ribbon Edge Chipboard Banners (Fancy Pants)
{2} Cream Notions Patterned Flowers (Studio Calico)
{6} Pyrus Glazed Brads - Assorted Styles & Sizes (BasicGrey)
{4} Memories Eclectic Buttons - Assorted Styles & Sizes (My Minds Eye)
{1} ½ Yard Timber & Cream Gingham Ribbon (Creative Impressions)
{1} ½ Yard Jumbo Mustard Rick Rack (Creative Impressions)
{1} ½ Yard Antique Ruler Twill (Creative Impressions)
{1} ½ Yard Natural Twine (Creative Impressions)

Cards
{1} 5.5 x 8.5 Papaya Puree Dark (Bazzill)
{1} 5.5 x 8.5 Suede Brown Dark (Bazzill)
{1} 5.5 x 8.5 Sugar Cream (Bazzill)
{1} 5.5 x 8.5 Spring Willow Medium (Bazzill)
{1} 5.5 x 8.5 Kraft (Bazzill)
{5} 5 3/4 X 4 3/8 Natural Envelopes

ALL FOR ONLY $29.95!! (plus $6.50 S&H)
Due to high demand, it is quite possible that this month's kit is already sold out! If you are interested in subscribing to the MemoryWorks Express Kit Program and guaranteeing you spot for next month, please contact me today for further details!

:SALES: 10% OFF at Scrapbook.com...TODAY ONLY!

Shop for your favorite scrapbooking supplies at Scrapbook.com today!

This discount applies to sale and clearance prices, saving you an additional 10% off the lowest-marked price on all items in the Scrapbook.com Superstore.

Simply enter coupon code aug10 in the coupon field at checkout and 10% will be automatically deducted from all items in your shopping cart.

Hurry - this offer expires at midnight PST!

:MEMORYWORKS EXPRESS: September 2011 Kit Sneak Peak - "Harvest"

Watch for further details on this kit coming soon!

In the meantime, enjoy the details of a few past MemoryWorks Express Kits!

A MemoryWorks Express Kit subscription is ONLY $29.95 (plus $6.50 S&H) per month! They are chock full of the latest and greatest in the scrapbooking industry, the items are always timely in terms of the current season or holiday, and the price can't be beat!

The monthly kits are often sold out by the time the full details and contents are released, so if you are interested in subscribing or would simply like more information, please don't hesitate to contact me!

:GIVEAWAY WINNER: American Crafts Campy Trails Prize Pack #2

CONGRATS, BRIANA!!

You're the winner of a great prize pack of items (1/2 of the items shown in the photo below)! Please watch your inbox for details on how to claim your prize...

Don't miss out on more great giveaways coming soon! If you haven't already, sign up for updates to the AMOM blog by email subscription or your favorite blog reader through the links in the left sidebar. Maybe Random.org will make your number lucky next time!

:SPONSOR GIVEAWAY: American Crafts Campy Trails Prize Pack #2 [CONTEST CLOSED]

I am proud to have American Crafts as a sponsor of the AMOM blog for the month of August!

I have one more prize pack of AC's amazing Campy Trails collection to give away to a lucky reader.

Here's a preview of ALL the items I had to share...half went to lucky reader Victoria H. last month and the other half is still up for grabs...

Prize Pack #2 will include:
12 patterned papers
2 sets of chipboard thickers
1 stamp set
3 packages of various coordinating embellishments

TO ENTER:
All you need to do to enter is leave a comment to this post by 5 p.m. on Thursday, August 22, 2011:

Random.org will choose and I'll announce the winner on Friday.

GOOD LUCK!

:MEMORYWORKS EXPRESS: August 2011 Kit "Best Day Ever"

What could be better than a Big Birthday Bash using our very own, simply fabulous and totally brand new Simple Stories line Happy Day!

This month's kit is jam packed with everything you'll need to create a memory of that special day for those you love!

Check out the inspiring projects in this Idea Express!

Check out the inspiring projects created by the MemoryWorks Design Team with this beautiful kit in the August Idea Express featuring exclusive PageMaps sketches!

August 2011 MemoryWorks Express Kit Contains:

Patterned Paper
{1} 12x12 Celebrate - Happy Day (Simple Stories)
{1} 12x12 It's Your Day - Happy Day (Simple Stories)
{1} 12x12 Let's Party - Happy Day (Simple Stories)
{1} 12x12 Toasted Marshmallows - Campfire (October Afternoon)

Solid Cardstock
{1} 12x12 Tomato Stationary (Lily Bee Designs)
{1} 12x 12 Butter Stationary (Lily Bee Designs)
{1} 12x12 Tangerine Stationary (Lily Bee Designs)
{1} 12x12 Office Blue Stationary (Lily Bee Designs)

Embellishments
{1} 12x12 Flash Cards - Happy Day (Simple Stories)
{1} 12x12 6x4 Vertical Elements - Happy Day (Simple Stories)
{1} 12x12 6x8 Photo Mats Elements - Happy Day (Simple Stories)
{1} 12x12 Sheet Fundamentals Cardstock Stickers - Happy Day (Simple Stories)
{1} 5x9 Red & Black Sticky Keys Alphabet Stickers (October Afternoon)
{1} 3x3 B-Day Mini Clear Stamp (We R Memory Keepers)
{12} Pyrus Buttons - Assorted Colors & Sizes (BasicGrey)
{4} Brown Wooden Bingo Numbers (Maya Road)
{1} Party Acrylic Key Chain (Maya Road)
{4} Arrows & Stars Corrugated Shapes - Assorted Styles & Sizes (Jillibean Soup)
{3} Red Calendar Journaling Sprouts - Assorted Styles & Sizes (Jillibean Soup)
{1/2} Yard 1/2" Orange & White Dot Ribbon (Creative Impressions)
{1/2} Yard 1/2 " Apple & Cream Dot Ribbon (Creative Impressions)
{1/2} Yard 1/2" Red & White Dot Ribbon (Creative Impressions)

Cards
{1} 5.5 x 8.5 Pomegranate Splash (Bazzill)
{1} 5.5 x 8.5 Tangelo Blast (Bazzill)
{1} 5.5 x 8.5 Lemon Bliss (Bazzill)
{1} 5.5 x 8.5 Hummingbird(Bazzill)
{1} 5.5 x 8.5 Nougat (Bazzill)
{5} 5 3/4 X 4 3/8 Natural Envelopes

ALL FOR ONLY $29.95!! (plus $6.50 S&H)
Due to high demand, it is quite possible that this month's kit is already sold out! If you are interested in subscribing to the MemoryWorks Express Kit Program and guaranteeing you spot for next month, please contact me today for further details!