Good Morning.  What a lovely day.  The Bee is buzzing getting ready for the Consignment Corner.  If you have any items to bring in, come on in!!!!!!  The Consignment Corner is almost ready.  We just need to fill it.  We have gotten in some great stamps, cutters, books and really great tools.  We also have a full clearance area right now while we are making room for new products.  There is a huge selection of 8 1/2 x 11 printed papers on sale 25 sheets for $3.00 or 50 sheets for $5.00.  Ideal for cardmaking!!!  Buzz on over to The Bee and see the changes we have made.  Don't forget to ask about our ever popular ATC clubs or our creative fundraising idea for your organization.

Happy Scrappin'

Kelly

Good Morning Happy Scrappers!!!!  It's been a long time that we have blogged and I apologize.  It seems the months have just flown by this summer.  Cindy and I both were preparing our first born for college.  I'm not sure if we were preparing them or ourselves.  But no matter what, it is definitely a new journey we have all embarked on.  

There has been some fun stuff going on at The Bee.  Hopefully everyone received the email about our new announcement.  If not, it read as follows:

NEWSFLASH!!!!

Announcing The Scrappin' Bee's

Consignment Corner

We all have Scrapbooking supplies, rubber stamps carrying bags and all kinds of "stuff" that we are not using any longer or just don't like.  Why not sell it at The Scrappin Bee's Consignment Corner.  It's a great way to find a new scrapbooking or stamping home for your supplies while making money at the same time.  This is how it works, you drop off your consignment items already priced with your initials somewhere on the price tag, we will try and sell your items for 30 days.  If we sell it within 30 days, we will give you 60% of the selling price.  It's that simple.  The better the price, the faster the sell.  This is not only a great opportunity for sellers but for buyers as well.  We are hoping to open The Consignment Corner by September 1st.  So please bring in your items for sale as soon as possible.  Also, make sure that all items are cleaned, priced and ready to sell.  Diecut machines, cutters, tools stamps, books ... the ideas are endless.  We do ask that if you have paper, stickers or small items that you put them into bags of multiples.  If you have any questions, please call us at The Beeat 847-599-1292.  We are anxiously awaiting your items and getting The Consignment Corner up and running.

Good luck to everyone during this back-to-school season.  After the little ones get the bus, buzz on over to The Scrappin' Bee and see some of the cool new products we have received including some new personalized school papers, brads and metallic papers.

If you haven't been in  for a while, come on it, we miss you!!

Happy Scrappin'

Kelly

CHA Summer Show UpDate

Wow! Did we have FUN - FUN- FUN at the CHA Summer Show in Chicago.  Especially Cindy R. alias, The Worker Bee.  If you love Tim Holtz, you'll love this picture . . . We are hoping and praying she stays with us and doesn't run off with Mr. Holtz.   We found lots and lots of new products which

 includes some basic "COOL" stuff from the Holtz collection.  We ordered soooooo  much new stuff we are having an Out With The Old - In With The New Sale this week.  Tuesday, July 22nd through Saturday, July 26th we are offering 20% Off your ENTIRE purchase so we can make lots of room for the fun new brads from Eyelet Outlet, new felt ribbon and bling from Queen & Co., more personalized product from Stamping Station, etc., etc., etc. 

 

Just a reminder:  The catalog of the month is available until August 15th.  Order from Bugawumps' catalog and receive 20% off your total.  You can look at these adorable stamps at www.bugawumps.com and bring in your order if you don't have time to order 

at the store.

Happy Scrappin'

Kelly

I'm BAAAAACK!!!

Good Morning Scrappin' Bees!!!!  Since no one wrote to ask where we have been, I'm presuming no one is really reading this.  But, I'll keep you posted anyway :0)  This is been an extremely busy and CRAZY couple of months.  Cindy D. and I both has high school graduates and I also had an elementary school graduate.  Between parties, dances, graduation and the buzzing busy bee, this is the first time I've had extra time to check in.  

The ATC jams and clubs are still going strong.  We just had a "Special" ATC jam that had a Month theme.  The cards were great, the food was wonderful and the company was extradinary!!!!  If you are a card maker and haven't gotten bitten by the ATC Bug, you are MISSING OUT!!!!  Come on in and ask about details.

Our bus tour to the store was lots of fun.  Laura from BugAWumps did a GREAT job.  Her stamps are sooooo unique and adorable.  We are running a catalog sale right now until the end of July.  We have a couple of her catalogs in the store if you'd like to place and order and receive 20% off, come in the store and with 50% down, you can order any stamps that you love.    

We are getting ready to attend the CHA show in Chicago this weekend.  We are in search of some new products to bring to our customers.  If you have heard of anything new you want us to look at, give us a quick email and we'll do our best.  We are trying very hard to keep the Bee buzzing.  As you know, so many small stores are closing.  The manufacturers are not prone to helping the mom and pop shops so we have to count on our customers for that.  Most of the manufacturers have extremely high opening orders and reorders that make it hard for us to do business with them.  For this reason, we are constantly looking for smaller companies that will work with us and help us stay in business.

Because of the CHA I don't have any NEW products to report on yet but we do have lots of great school, sports and travel products still available including the 3D travel stickers from Reminence that are awesome.

Have a great week.  We'll check in and give you some CHA updates as soon as possible.

Happy Scrappin'!!!!!!!!!

June14th Bus Trip

Good Morning Fellow Scrappers and especially Card Makers.  I wanted to pass on some information about the bus trip that will be coming to our store June 14th.  If you would like to take the entire bus trip, I am attaching contact information to register for this fun trip.  If you just want to stop by the store for the trunk show, times will follow shortly.  If you take the bus trip, we do have alittle extra fun things planned for you including a great goodie bag.  Here is the information:

SUMMER TIME FUN IN THE SUN

BUS TRIP

June 14th, 2008

This bus trip is to honor our local stores in Illinois.  We are planning on 4 shores on this bus trip.  The cost is $20.00 and I can take 42 people so sign up fast!!  The stores scheduled right now are Hannah's in Antioch, Lorrianne's in Woodstock, The Scrappin' Bee in Gurnee and Stamp, Scrap and More in Mundelien.  On this trip, we will be stopping for food.  Prizes are always and we will do a card contest as usual.  Stores are offering make & takes, demos, discounts and much more.

For information, contact:

Alyson DeCicco

11718 Vanderkarr Road

Hebron, Illinois  60034

815-648-4784

alysonstamp@stans.net

Good Morning Scrappers and Card-Makers.  My son Dan and his girl Lindsey attended prom this weekend and I wanted to share this picture with you.  We saw LOTS of "prom-goers" at Independence Grove on Saturday and they ALL looks so gorgeous.  I hope everyone had a safe and memorable prom this weekend.  Now, come on in THE BEE and SCRAP THOSE MEMORIES!!!!

We did wanted to  let everyone know that THE BEE will be on summer hours starting after Memorial Day.  We will be closed on Sundays during June, July and August.  Therefore, the ATC Jam dates have been changed to June 28th, July 19th and August 16th.  These will now be on Saturdays starting at 1pm.  Also, we do have a "FUN JAM" started again.  This time the theme is Months.  Please either call the store or look on the website for details.  This will be on Friday, July 11th from 6-9pm.  It should be lots and lots of fun.

On the scrappin' trail, everyone seems to be flying through their school spirit books.  We received our new order of page overlays and you won't believe how AWESOME they are.  The Buzz Lightyear is incredible!!!!  Also, lots of graduation and vacation overlays that will make your scrappin' a breeze.  Stop by and see all the designs we received. 

Congrats also to all the graduates from this weekend. Good luck on your next journey!!

Happy Scrappin'

Kelly

Good morning Scrappers and CardMakers.  WOW!!!  We have really been buzzing at the Bee.  Everyone is doing such a great job on their school spirit books and I can only imagine how excited your children are going to be when they see the works of art you have created.  A big Congratulations to all the Grayslake Central and Grayslake North graduates on your commencement this weekend.  Especially our special friend, Lindsey!!!!  Good luck to everyone on your next exciting journey.  

We have some beautiful 12x12 and 8 1/2 x 11 metallic and pearlized papers that just arrived.  These papers are absolutely gorgeous for your prom pages or graduation invitations.  We have also created some fun 6x6 accordian books which make a great gift for graduates, friends, team members or coaches.  We've made them for full teams as senior gifts and everyone loves them.

Just a quick note to SAVE THE DATE!!!  Saturday, June 14th we will be having a trunk show with Laura from Bug-A-Wumps stamps.  This is a unique opportunity to purchase these stamps since they are not sold in any retail store.  Laura will be doing demonstrations with the stamps and you are SURE to full in love with them.  More details to follow.

Dan & Lindsey and Justin & Ashley and all the Wildcat prom - goers: Be safe, be gorgeous and have a blast at prom!! 

Happy Scrappin'

Kelly

Okay, enough of this weather!!!!!  I need some vitamin C Sunshine!!!  Although, it never fails that every time one of my children have gone on the Springfield trip with school, it has been a lousy three days.  Poor kids.  But, and a big but, it is GREAT scrapbooking weather.  

Just a quick shout out to Libertyville's baseball and lacrosse teams that kicked butt last night.  Good job.  Especially to Troy Barton on a great pitched game.  I just wish the weather would be alittle better for all the spring sports.  Hopefully the weather is holding off for prom nights, graduations and parties.  

Just wanted to give everyone a Save a Date.  Saturday, June 14th we will be having a trunk sale for Bug-a-wumps rubber stamps.  They are just adorable and are NOT sold anywhere in the area except for stamp shows around the midwest.  We feel very flattered that we are the only store chosen to "show-off" these amazing stamps.  So, mark your calendars and don't miss out on this unique opportunity.

Also, our ATC clubs are going strong and more fun than ever.  Call the store for details if you want to start participating in this ever-popular card making extravaganza.  847-599-1292.

School spirit scrappers are still going strong.  Everyone is working so hard on their school albums and they are looking fabulous.  I'm quite sure kids will be as proud and peacocks to show off their books at graduation parties to friends and families.  I know mine will.

Happy Scrappin'

Kelly

Good Morning scrappers one and all.  Looks to be a cruddy day.  Why not come by the store and scrap for a couple of hours.  It's a great way to spend a dreary day - actually doing something creative.  We don't have any classes today so the scrap tables are free, free, free.  We just received some new personalized papers for Woodland, Libertyville, Carmel, Lakes and couple of other schools that are awesome.  We try to stock up but I recommend getting them while you can since our personalized school items seem to fly off the walls this time of year.  We keep replacing things but it takes time.  We have some new "title" or "filler" pages that really help filling in when you only have one or three page layouts.  We like those double page spreads to match!!  Cindy R. finds some really unique and sometimes heart-wrenching poems.  So, check them out if you stop by.  Watching the weather, it looks to be a real "scrapper" of a weekend.  We already have a couple of ladies coming in to work tomorrow morning so why not join them for the day.  Hope to see you soon.

Happy Scrappin'

Kelly

Good Morning Everyone.  I'm including this picture of our cheerleaders on the beach practicing for their performance in the Worlds Competition.  That is ALOT of cheerleaders and I thought you might enjoy seeing what I have been watching for the last couple of months.  Finally my trips around America have ended.  I almost felt like Matt Lauer the last couple weeks.  "Where in the World is Kelly Loucks" hehe.  Since I am so far behind with my scrapping the new page overlays we received are helping me catch up.  They are AWESOME.  Come by and take a peek.

We also have a great ATC card class coming up on May 10th.  It's a designer challenge and it is sure to be tons of fun.  Call the store or stop by for details.  Another upcoming stamp extravaganza is on June 14th.  We will be having a trunk sale from a lovely and fun new stamp company.  Watch for details!!!

I hope everyone is having great luck in their spring sports and getting prepared for graduations, weddings and all the fun stuff the spring and summer bring.  

Happy Scrappin'

Kelly

 

ATC JAM

Thank - You to all that came to the last jam on Sunday. We had a great time trading and the vintage cards are great! I love looking at all the different ideas that everyone has come up with.
The next jam is on May 18, which is weddings. ( Betty I know your excited). We are in the works for a new Friday night jam. We won't be able to hold it until July. So, Look for details in the coming months.
All you scrappers ... get going! Time is ticking down to graduation! We can help you anytime on wednesdays from 10-6. So take advantage, and get those albums done.
Hope to see everyone soon.

Cindy

I hope everyone had a great time at the ATC Jam on Friday. I know I did! What great cards, everyone came up with. I never look at them until the next day, and they were all so wonderful. Our next Jam is this Sunday the 20 th. Everyone ready? It will be from 1-4 Bring your trading cards and have some fun.
Don't forget Wednesday's are free scrapping.. get those albums done for graduation! By now you have to know we specialize in school and sports..tell your friends that are missing out!
Look for new school items that are arriving daily. It's not to late to start. We have a teacher that will help you get started. Call for an appointment. 1-847-599-1292 To set a time and date.
Hope to see you all soon.
Cindy D

Catching Up

So sorry I haven't blogged in awhile.  We have been spending alot of time "catching up" from spring break.  We just received a "huge" order from Dylan Designs that include alot of awesome page overlays including Spiderman, Summer Fun, an array of Disney and lots of sports.  Come on by and check out these really unique 12x12's.  We are awaiting a large supply of new embellishments and paper from Stamping Station that should arrive in time for those school albums.  For anyone that is trying to catch up on those albums for graduation, we'll be having an all day scrap this Saturday, April 19th from 10:00 am until 11:oo pm.  Call the store at 847-599-1292 to sign up.  Space is limited so don't delay.  Also, look for an email with a special 12x12 offer for this week.

Good luck to everyone in their spring sports.  The season has started out slow for some of us due to weather conditions but hopefully this week will bring LOTS of great weather.  

Happy Scrappin'

Kelly

HOLA!!!

Welcome back all Spring Breakers!!!!  My family was able to visit Cancun, Mexico for the second time and had a very relaxing and warm week.  Thanks to United Airlines I had two very smooth flights and actually fly out right when it starting snowing on Friday morning.  Timing is EVERYTHING!!!

Now, time to scrap those vacation pictures.  It's always my favorite part of the vacation :0)

It was very slow at the store this week and we are gearing up for the busy school time.  Everyone in a rush to get their scrapbooks done for the ever-popular memory table at graduation parties.  I expect to be very very busy since I have a high school and grade school graduate.

I am getting alittle disappointment and confused to know if anyone is actually reading this blog.  I try to write in it as often as possible but have NEVER received a comment.  Is ANYONE reading?  If so, can you let me know so that I'm not writing in vain.  I'd greatly appreciate it.  If you have comments or suggestions about the store, we would love some feedback.

 

Thanks a bunch and have a great week.

Happy Scrappin'

Kelly

Calling Wisconsin Customers

We are trying to schedule an all-day scrap in Pleasant Prairie or Kenosha.  We've looked at many hotels and banquet halls.  They are all okay but not anything really great.  I was hoping someone from Wisconsin might have a location that you might think is excellent.  If you know of any place that would work great for us please give us some suggetions.  We are shooting for the second or third Saturday in April so we have to get crackin!!  Thanks in advance for your input.  

I hope everyone is enjoying this little bit of a break in the weather.  At least the gloves, hats and scrafs aren't totally necessary.  Now, I'm ready to dump the big winter coats :0)

Happy Scrappin'

Kelly

Is anyone listening?

I'm hoping that people are reading our blog but without any comments, I'm just  guessing you are out there :0)    We've been quite slow this week and I'm presuming it is because everyone is getting ready for the "big" spring break.  I think everyone is looking forward to time off from this weather and cabin fever.  If you are not going away for spring break, we will be open all week.  Take a day off and come in and work on your albums.  We always have someone there willing to help you out.   If you are going to Disney for spring break, we are definitely the store for you.  We have received some really different overlays that make your scrapping easy and different.  Stock up now before they are all gone.  We've already reordered some that sold out right away including an adorable Spiderman overlay that the detail was incredible.  Hopefully we'll be getting that order in before spring break.  If not, it will be shortly after.  

Good luck to all the kids participating in spring sports.  Hopefully the weather will cooperate with any outside games, meets or matchs.  My daughter runs track and oh boy that April 1st outside meet will be brutal if the weather doesn't take a major turn.  Luckily we have three indoor meets before that.  Don't forget we carry products for most unique sports like track, lacrosse and golf to name a few.   

Have a great week and Happy Scrappin'

Kelly

Warm Weather is Coming!!!

So far the outlook is good for next week.  Let's everyone hope for lots and lots of sun for next week.  Just wanted to let you know that Nancy is running an ATC card technique class tomorrow, Saturday, March 8th from 11-1pm.  There are only two openings right now so if you are interested in taking this class call the store right away at 847-599-1292.  The cards are very fun and use lots of different techniques.  ATC's are the hottest new trend in the card making industry.  If you haven't participated in any of the clubs, jams or trading yet, you are missing an awesome good time.  Call us if you have any questions regarding this new wave of card making. 

Spring sports are in full swing now and we have stocked up on all our sports embellishments and papers.  We are also working on some new "school" products and are ready for anyone to begin that high school or middle school graduation scrapbook.  If you haven't been in lately, come by and check out some of the new products.  Buzz on by the Bee!!!!

Have a great weekend and Happy Scrappin'

Kelly

Happy Wednesday

Good morning and happy Wednesday.  Spring break seems right around the corner.  Hopefully everyone will have at least alittle get away and take a break from the hustle and bustle of life.  We are planning on stocking up on our vacation products as well as all our school stuff.Our new 12x12 vacation overlays are pretty cool.  So check them out when you come in.  Remember, we are always available to help you with your scrapping.  Anytime during the day as long as we don't have a class, we'll make room for anyone that wants to scrap and get that little extra help.  Prayers and thoughts today go to Ellen.  Get better soon.  

If you have any suggestions or comments, please let us know.  We try everyday to make it easier and more fun to scrap those memories but we can also use different ideas.   Making our customers happy is number one.

Happy Scrappin'

Kelly

Hello Sun!!!!!

Thanks to everyone that participated in our Leap Year Sale.  Look for the 29% off on the 29th again in four years :0)  Things were really buzzing at the Bee yesterday.  Great customers having fun working on their ATC Cards, people scrappin' and lots of chit chat.  We admit, we have some of the BEST customers at the Bee!!!!  We received some awesome 12x12 page overlays this week which include a really cool Batman overlay, lots of Disney overlays and some vacation ones that are just out of this world.  These are definitely going to go fast so stop by this week and check them out.  We've already sold out of the Spiderman overlay and are selling the Easter ones like crazy.  We also received just yesterday some Libertyville Wildcat and Warren Blue Devil charms.  The are unbelievable.  Not only will they be great on pages to give them that extra personalized look but I'm thinking graduation cards, invitations and what a GREAT idea to use on your garter or flowers as a prom keepsake.  These will definitely go fast so ask to see them when you stop by.  This source is also working on Carmel, Grayslake North and Central charms so we can't wait to get those.  

What a beautiful day finally.  Although, I'm reorganizing my scrap room in my basement so I don't think I'll see much of the day today.  Everyone have a great week.

Happy Scrappin'

Kelly

HAPPY LEAP YEAR DAY!!!

Happy February 29th to everyone.  Hopefully everyone got our email about our BIG sale today.  If you didn't, I apologize.  I did have alittle bit of a problem with a couple of the emails and I'm not sure why.  We love ALL our customers and would never want to leave anyone out.  Just so everyone knows, the sale today is 29% on the 29th!!!!  That's right, 29% off your entire purchase (with a couple of minimal exceptions).  We'll also have extended hours today from 9:00 am until 8:oo pm to make sure everyone can take advantage of this sale.  We hope to see ALL our wonderful customers some time today.  

Have a great weekend.  Let's hope for some nice weather and enough of the SNOW!!!!  It was so nice seeing the sun the other day.  I want more!!!  Spring break is right around the corner and that means vacations!!!  Make sure and take alot of pictures.  One tip is to take a couple of extra scenery pictures and then use them to cut out letters for your scrapbooks.  It gives your pages a different look and makes use of those extra pictures.

Happy Scrappin'

Kelly

NO MORE SNOW!!!  NO MORE SNOW!!!   NO SNOW DAY!!!  NO SNOW DAY!!!  This weather is now out of control.  Everyone has had enough.  We need some sun.  Hopefully our leaping sale (hint hint) will put everyone in a good mood.  Look for an email tomorrow!!!

Happy Scrappin'

Kelly

SALE!!!

Sneak Peek!!!  For all our blog readers:  We are planning a HUGE sale next Friday, February 29th!!  Watch for an email and an announcement on this blog and the website.  Hopefully this will help with your winter blues.  To everyone having their turnabout this weekend: have fun and be safe.  If you give us your theme, we'll have some special headers pre-made and ready for your school scrapping.  So far, we know that Libertyville's is "Under the Sea".  Anyone else?

It looks like our ABC ATC JAM is full.  Thanks to everyone that signed up.  It should be fun, fun, fun.  I can't wait to see everyone's cards.  We're trying to come up with some other different jams for the summer so if you have any ideas, let us know.  The ATC's are definitely the hottest thing in card making.  If you haven't jumped aboard yet, come by the store and we can give you all the information and even show you Cindy R's incredible collection binders.  WOW!!!

Have a great and safe weekend.  Happy Scrappin'

Kelly

I'm BAAACCKKK!!  To Dallas and back.  Two flights and I'm safe and sound.  No offense to Dallas residence but I was not impressed by their city.  I know I was alittle confined to our hotel and the convention center but I couldn't find a scrapbook store ANYWHERE!!!!  Maybe The BEE needs to expand. hehehe.  Our cheerleading teams did great considering this was all the top teams in the Nation.  Some of the things these athletes can do is amazing.  Our team did get a world bid so we will be heading to Orlando in late April.  That's when we will be able to see teams from different countries.  That will be worth the trip :0)  Back to business.  Sounds like the ATC Jam was yet another success.  The ABC ATC JAM is almost full so that should be another fun time.  I can't believe it's almost March and I have yet to finish even one full year of my son's high school book.  I might have to start coming in on my day off (Wednesday) and scrap with all the high school mom scrappers that are diligently coming in once a week to finish.  Maybe next week.  I have to recoup from sitting in those arena seats for two full days.  

Have a great week and Happy Scrappin'

Kelly

Kelly is flying today...not a good mix

Yes, Kelly took the plunge and is flying to Dallas. I assume she made it safe and sound.. I haven't heard anything. ( That's a good thing). Hope everyone's Valentines Day was great. In my house it's just another day. LOL My husband did send me flowers yesterday, he thought I would be off on Thursday. I was so surprised... because it was Kelly's Birthday..( BIg 40 ????) I thought they had the wrong name. Turned out he decided to surprise me.. which he did, because in 25 years we have never celebrated Valentines Day. So it was very sweet of him. ( just wondering if he did something he's sorry for in advance) LMAO!
We now have three customers from out of town that can't live without us :>) Two are in Minn. and the other in Mass. We are so happy word is getting out that we will ship anywhere. So tell your friends or family!
Until next time........Or see you Sunday for the JAM!

Cindy D

Happy Heart Day!!!

Happy Valentine's Day to all you scrappers and card makers.  Don't forget about the Valentine Day's themed ATC Jam at the store on Sunday.  Since I won't be there, I left plenty of cards this time and they are filled with Love Is... (hint).  We've also sent out an email to all our ATC club and jam members about a special ATC Jam that we are organizing for April 11th in the evening.  It's an A-B-C ATC Jam.  I think this will be just as much if not more fun than the 12 Days of Christmas so if you want to join us that evening, call the store (847-599-1292) and we'll count you in.  We've finally completed our inventory and have ordered some really cool new stuff from company's that allowed us to view their new items from the CHA in California this weekend.  Lots of Disney and new sport stuff.  

Also, Happy Birthday (February 12th) to our teacher, Bobbie.  Still 36 and holding :0)

Happy Scrappin'!!

Kelly

Happy Birthday LISA WILSON!!!! Lisa is having a "scrap" birthday party at The Bee today for her and a couple of her friends and family.  What a fun idea for a 30th(ish) hehehehe Birthday:0) Enjoy the day Lisa and Happy Birthday.  

Hope everyone else survived the BIG SNOW.  I'm already working some Snow Day pages but, I have to agree with Cindy D. - I'm DONE with this snow.  Although, it does keep the kids busy sledding, snowboarding, building snow forts and whatever else keeps them outside.  It's when they come inside that the mess begins.  My clothes dryer is really getting a workout these last couple of weeks.  But, I do have some great pictures and I love scrapping winter.

Have a great weekend and Happy Scrappin'!!!

Kelly

Another Snow Day??????

Yes, I love my child! But, another snow day! HaHa What Iam getting sick of is all this snow! Now it's going to snow again on Tuesday. We did close the store on Wednesday because of the weather. But we are open again in full force! Pre-made pages are the hottest thing right now. We have our teachers working hard to finish some special orders. If anyone has a special request for a page(s) let us know, we will pass it on. I am back working on my son's album for graduation. My ACT'S are pretty much up to date. Don't forget our next Jam for ATC's is on sunday feb. 17.
from 1-4 stop by if you can , to see what the buzz is all about.

Snow Day!!!!!

Wow ! What a great day to scrap. No school , nothing to do.. so thats what I did. And four other people who came into the store.They are trying to finish their High School albums. It was a great day to work on their projects. I thought for sure we would be dead with the weather. It was slow, but I got alot done along with the others that came to work.
We had stampscapes at 50 % off for the month of January. Now we will have Art Impressions stamps at 50% off. Stop in to see if there is anything you need. ( or just have to have ) lol
Well, back to washing clothes ..oh ..the life of a mom... :>)

BRRRR

Brrrrr.  Baby it's cold outside.  This to me is great scrappin weather.  I've been cleaning out my scrap room and today kept me inside getting LOTS done.  We also made alot of new school title pre-made pages at the store that are adorable.  We just ordered some fun paper that's called "Say Cheese" that will be great for those pictures that really don't have a theme.  Also some Easter Egg brads that are very colorful.  I wondered if anyone saw the new Doodlebug sparkle collection and if you liked it.  The brads are alittle expensive at $4.99 a package and the paper is $1.99 a sheet.  The glitter on the paper was alittle much for my taste but wondered if anyone else like the line.  Scrappin' Sports came out with some great new sport paper and rub-ons they are announcing at the CHA show in February.  We were able to order early and will let you know as soon as that comes in.  We'll I've got three more school books to complete by May so I MUST get scrappin!!

Bee Creative and Happy Scrappin' for now.

Kelly

Just alittle shout out to our customer Karen, Thank -You soooo much for the stamp of my dog I LOVE IT. ( I also love the picture of your puppy) I will bring in a picture of toby for your dog Princess, I know she has other friends. :>)
Keep making those ATC 'S they are wonderful.
Until next time.....
Cindy

what's up with this strike?

I am really getting sick of this writers strike! All my shows are reruns..whats up with that? Greys Anatomy and Brothers and sisters . To name a couple. Guess I'll make ATC'S and scrapbook nothing to watch on tv. lol
Today I spent a really great day with my husband.... it's been to long. And it was wonderful. Then came home and cooked and had to wash the gym uniform..duh!.. same old thing.....
Til next time....Cindy

Ok I am letting it out !

I know I shouldn't tell everyone about this, But I can't keep it to myself. A customer Deb J told me about Trader Joes Orange chicken. OMG! It's the best, and it's my sons and all his friends favorite. We had it tonight wow ,was it was wonderful. They must have thought I was nuts when I bought 12 bags, but Kelly wanted three so, that only left us with nine. lol
Nothing to do with scrapping just had to share. And a big Thanks to Deb J . !!!
Any other great finds out there let me know!
Cindy

Have a Great Weekend

TGIF!!!!  To everyone that might be lucky enough to be going away for a weekend crop, please have a GREAT time.  We've been busy little bees doing all our inventory counts and appreciate everyone that took advantage of our "We Don't Want to Count it Sale."  You help alot.  Hopefully we'll have everything counted by the end of the month so that we can replenish with new items companies are coming out with at the CHA show in early February.  It does seem like alot of scrappers are starting their school books which is a great idea.  The early you start, the less pressure you'll feel towards the end of the year.  We have gotten the word that the theme for Libertyville High School's Turnabout is "Under The Sea".  We'll have items with this theme as soon as possible.  If anyone knows of any other school theme's, please let us know.  I'll be sending out an email to everyone about a request from one of our customers.  She is working with a program called Girls Connected in North Chicago.  It is a program for underprivileged girls that are mostly in high school and are either pregnant or have children.  She is organizing a scrapbook get together for them and is looking for donations.  So, if you have any scrapbooking supplies you'd like to donate, we'll have a box set up at the store.  Any unused stickers, paper, or anything else you might not have a use for will  gladly be accepted.  

Everyone have a safe and warm weekend.  Happy Scrappin'

Kelly

How many new school items?

How many new school items do we have? Alot, and I am always trying to come up with more. Please,Please, if anyone has different ideas, give me a call. We just got in a double page spread with High School Friends on the top and bottom, they were such a hit they are almost gone. But We will get more in right away for those who missed out.
I had someone call from out of town to order pre-made pages for her. For example: Snow, valentines Day, St. Patricks Day and Easter. As I was working on them two other customers saw them and ordered some. We are always working on different pre-made pages, so feel free to stop in and take a look.
How would everyone feel about a contest? I was thinking something along the lines of pets! Everyone loves thier pets. Dogs,Cats, Rabbits ect. We could do a double page spread, bring them into the store and have our customers vote on their favorite. The winner will get a gift certificate, but everyone else will get some great ideas!
Post your comments and let me know, I think it would be fun.
Now on a personal note, I should start our dinnner.We are going to have chicken wrapped in bacon! It's one of my son's favorites.
until next time......... Cindy

Happy Monday to everyone.  I'm back from an exhausting weekend in Indianapolis and ready to get going on my school scrapbooks.  I have one son graduating from high school this year and one son graduating from junior high.  Obviously I have alot of work ahead of me.  I suggest that you also get started now if you want your books ready for a May or June party.  We'd love to help you out.  We have a couple of ladies working on the Carmel High School, Oak Grove School and Libertyville High School books on Wednesday and Thursdays and would love for anyone to join them.  I understand someone is starting a Grayslake album and wants to get started.  It is alot of work but my children LOVE it and so will yours.  They have so much fun showing their friends pictures from 1st grade, 7th grade, freshman year, etc.  

Heard the ATC Jam was yet again a success.  I can't wait to see my black and white cards Cindy traded for me.  For some reason, I LOVE black and white photos so I know I'll be crazy for these cards.  Next month's theme is Valentine's Day so come by if you want to trade up some ATC's.

Until later, Happy Scrappin' everyone!

Kelly

 

WOW!!!

WOW!!! our sale items are going quickly.  Don't forget that today is the last day for the 75% off items.  We are open tonight, Thursday, until 7;00pm for all you "real" working scrappers.  I'm off to the lovely town of Indianapolis, Indiana for the weekend so everyone have a safe and scrappy weekend.

Kelly

Hey Scrappers, we just got word that the CKU (Creating Keepsakes University) is coming to Chicago March 12th-15th.  I've requested information from them and will let you know when it arrives at the store.  Keep this date open and maybe we can go as a huge group - The Scrappin' Bees (no singing please).  I'll keep you posted.

Kelly

Here's to hoping everyone is able to read our new blog.  This blog is going to be alittle more casual then just a information resource.  If you need a calendar of our classes or other store information, please see our website.  We are looking forward to your comments on the blog so don't hesitate to give us some feedback.  Cindy and I are working hard to give scrapbookers and card-makers new and fun product so we'll let you know when anything new has arrived at the store in this blog.  For you card-makers, we do have a basket filled with Stampscape Stamps and Stampboard on sale for 50% off.  This was an unadvertised special except for on the blog.

Hopefully everyone is having a great start to the new year.  Cindy R. and her new puppy, Buddy, are doing great.  Buddy is an adorable 1-2pound little pincher.  He was sleeping in my apron the other day - LOVE HIM.  

Thanks to all the ATC participants at the Christmas ATC Jam.  It was fun, crazy and the 12 days of Christmas cards were fabulous.  The jams do get alittle crazy with all the trading.  I feel like I'm at the New York Stock Exchange with the craziness.  Good luck to everyone that will be attending the Black and White jam this Sunday.  Unfortunately I'll be in Indianapolis with my daughter at a cheerleading competition.  Now that's crazy!!!  

Everyone have a nice evening and on Cindy D and Cindy R's behave - GO AMERICAN IDOL :0)

Kelly

Inventory ...ugh!!!

Well we are under way with counting for inventory. Thank-You for trying to help us not count it! Our sale was great, hope everyone got to take advantage of the saving.
I am busy keeping up with the ATC ( artist trading cards) They are so much fun. But I really have to get back to scrappin' , graduation is coming fast and I want to be done with my son's album. So thats my goal for this month and next! I did come up with a great New Years double page spread, if you stop in ask me about it. See everyone soon. I HOPE :>)

Our "We Don't Want to Count It" Inventory Reduction Sale is well underway.  Included on our sale tables are albums, sports embellishments, 12x12 paper, rubber stamps, carrying bags and a bunch of other fun stuff.  We still have LOTS and LOTS of clearance items so stop by The BEE to stock up.  Don't forget though, the sale ends on Sunday. 

We've scheduled a couple of card-making classes this month with Bobbie and are continuing our Wednesday Open Scraps for everyone that is trying to get up-to-date on the scrapping.  If you have a graduate this year, don't wait to get that school spirit scrapbook started.  June will be here before you know it.  

Also, when you stop by the store, ask Cindy R. about the new addition to her family.   RUFF!!

Have a nice day :0)