New Zealand Scrapbook Company is FOR SALE

How do you sell a business you are passionate about? Our lease comes up for renewal at the end of June 2011 and we have chosen not to renew it. We would like to sell the plant, stock and website to someone with vision for NZ Scrapbook Company. If that sounds like you please email Linda at linda@nzscrapbook.co.nz.

Current classes!

Hi folks,
As usual we have our regular schedule of awesome classes for you to enjoy. Here's what we have lined up for the next seven days:


Crop Night TONIGHT

Our friendly Crop Tutor Michelle

Thursday Night Crop
Date: Thursday March 31st, 2011
Time: 6 - 10pm
Class fee: $10
Includes: Tea, coffee and biscuits.
Please bring: Your current projects or photos to work with and any tools and materials you might have. Product may be purchased on the night if you wish.

Come along, work on your projects with assistance from our Crop tutor Michelle as you need. Great way to get pages done and make new friends in the process.



Scrapbooking Techniques with Tracy - TONIGHT:

Thursday 31st March Scrapbooking Techniques with Tracy Layout

Scrapbooking Techniques with Tracy
Date: Thursday 31st March at 7pm
Class fee: $25 including materials
Please Bring: Basic kit (paper trimmer, scissors, ruler, pencil) and adhesives.

Lots of dangly cupcakes and wee details makes this page a sweet delight. Suitable for all levels of scrapbooker.



Parent and Child Class SATURDAY

Adults and Children will be making this beautiful garden inspired layout at this weeks Parent and Child workshop

Parent and Child Class - Garden Beauty Layout
Date: Saturday 2nd April at 1pm
Class fee: $15 including materials
Please Bring: Basic kit (paper trimmer, scissors, ruler, pencil) and adhesives.


Scrapbooking Techniques with Tracy MONDAY:


Scrapbooking Techniques with Tracy
Date: Monday 4th April at 7pm
Class fee: $25 including materials
Please Bring: Basic kit (paper trimmer, scissors, ruler, pencil) and adhesives.

Stunning layout in turquiose and melon, includes pretty trims and an embellishment/trinket bag. Lovely!


Daytime Crop: TUESDAY


Daytime Crop
Date: Tuesday 5th April, 2011
Time: 10am - 2pm
Class fee: $10
Includes: Tea, coffee and biscuits.
Please bring: Your current projects or photos to work with and any tools and materials you might have. Product may be purchased during your visit.

Fun and relaxed day scrapbooking. Bring a shared plate for lunch if you wish. All welcome.


Product Preview: TUESDAY

Product Preview: Graphic 45
Date: Tuesday 5th April
Time: 7 - 9pm
Class fee: $20 which includes materials and supper. Plus a free gift and entry in to win prizes.
Please bring: Cutting knife (scalpel) and mat, Basic kit (Paper trimmer, pencil, ruler, scissors) and adhesives including foam tape. Photo if you have one 4"x6" or smaller.

Special Event class for the week. Create this beautiful layout full of glitters and sparkle. Awesome value and win great prizes. For more information visit THIS Blog post.



Phone 09 912 0665 for more information and to book your space at any of these fab classes. No bookings necessary for Crop workshops.

Have a great day!
~Kathleen, Linda and the team at NZ Scrapbook

Product Preview: Graphic 45 - New Collections!

Layout project you will create at this Product Preview event. Using the new Once upon a springtime collection

Hey friends!

Product Preview: Graphic 45 - New Collections

Graphic 45 describe themselves as Unique Papercrafting and we think that is a fabulous description. Graphic 45 continue to produce unique patterned paper collections unlike the other brands around. Here at NZ Scrapbook we love their eclectic style and nod to days gone by.


This Tuesday 5th April at 7pm we are showcasing FOUR new collections from Graphic 45 as well as a selection of 'greatest hits' that we have restocked. Be sure not to miss this very special evening of creativity, inspirational product and good times.

SPECIAL GUESTS
Prenzel Pantry will be joining us with a selection of tastings from their gourmet food and drinks range. If you came to our Market Day you will know how delicious their products are. Following the workshop you will have opportunity to try dips, oils, sauces and more.

Graphic 45 Featured Product Preview collections...

Bold and brassy Le Cirque - The characters in this Circus collection are FULL of personality


Movie stars, theater, Paris, music and glamor. The peacock patterned paper is deviiiiine.


Stand out collection. Stunning fairies and story book charm.

Winged torsos, timepieces, art nouveau women and the most luscious colour combination.

During the evening you will have first choice of the Graphic 45 new products
Create a stunning layout full of detail and delight - (and easier than you think!)
Receive a FREE scrapbooking GIFT just for attending
Enjoy pre-class drink on entry and after class tea, coffee and cake
Enjoy free tastings from Prenzel Pantry
Be in to win awesome scrapbooking prizes



We are continuing our SPECIAL price for this Product Preview Event
Just $20
Product Preview events usually $25




Layout project with pretty layering, extensively glittered and lots of beautiful rhinestones and details. (very sparkly in real life)

Product Preview: Graphic 45
Date: Tuesday 5th April
Time: 7 - 9pm
Class fee: $20 which includes materials and supper. Plus a free gift and entry in to win prizes.
Please bring: Cutting knife (scalpel) and mat, Basic kit (Paper trimmer, pencil, ruler, scissors) and adhesives including foam tape. Photo if you have one 4"x6" or smaller.

Layout project detail

Happy crafting!
~Kathleen, Linda and the team at NZ Scrapbook

Layout detail

Note: Graphic 45 new collections will be available for general store purchase from 9am, Wednesday 5th April.

New Magazines from Stampington

New Magazines in stock now from Stampington:

Adore this cover from Stampers Sampler


Stampers Sampler is FULL of beautiful card designs



Prims Magazine

Quirky characters and creations in Prims



Somerset Life

Addicted to tape? I am! Somerset Life has neat ideas for using Washi tape



Somerset Memories



If you like your layouts full of texture, paint, and lots of detail then Somerset Memories will be awesome inspiration for you.

Product Preview Tonight!

Heyas!
Product Preview preparations (try saying that fast!) are almost done.. the fun is at NZ Scrapbook TONIGHT.

We have a lovely number booked in already and if you haven't phoned to book your space then do so quick to create this adaptable and pretty layout, go in to win fab scrapbooking prizes, receive your free give and enjoy dessert too.

Here's the details in case you missed our initial email:




New collection from Kaisercraft - Chanteuse is feminine, classic and very inspiring to use in all sorts of layout and paper craft projects. Join us at our Product Preview event Tuesday 29th March at 7pm where we share with you this brand new range.

You will have first choice of the Chanteuse collection
Create a wonderfully adaptable layout featuring FLOWER SOFT
Receive a FREE scrapbooking GIFT just for attending
Enjoy pre-class drink on entry and after class a dessert treat
Be in to win awesome scrapbooking prizes


Kaisercraft, first Product Preview Event for the year SPECIAL
SPECIAL price of just $20
Product Preview events usually $25


This is our Product Preview Layout project for the night. With pretty details, fibers, gems, flowersoft and crackle effects!

Product Preview: Kaisercraft Chanteuse Collection
Date: Tuesday 29th March
Time: 7 - 9pm
Class fee: $20which includes materials and supper. Plus a free gift and entry in to win prizes.
Please bring: Cutting knife (scalpel) and mat, Basic kit (Paper trimmer, pencil, ruler, scissors) and adhesives including foam tape. Photo if you have one 4"x6"

Same layout with OPTIONS. You will be able to choose your background colour. As you can see this layout is adaptable for any pretty baby, girl, garden scene, wedding or heritage photograph.

Suitable for all levels of scrapbooker/papercrafter. We hope you can make it, these fun classes and events are great value and we would love for you to be part of this enjoyable evening.


Phone 09 912 0665 to book, it's not too late!
~Kathleen, Linda and the team at NZ Scrapbook


Note: Kaisercraft Chateuse Collection will be available for general store purchase from 9am, Thursday 30th March. We may have kits for this layout available after the class.

Photo Highlights - NZ Scrapbook MARKET DAY

Hi friends,
Wow it's Thursday already. I have been itching to let you know how our Market Day went on Saturday. Lots of you will already know it was a success since you came for a peek!

Our Storeholders were a DREAM. Everyone set up their space and made it all look so good. So much so that by the end of the day even I (the gal with more scrapbooking goodies than ... well you know, you have seen my store!) walked away with ribbons, diecuts, stamps, gems, chalk ... plus some homemade chutney and a necklace too.

We are looking forward to hosting another Market Day towards the end of May. You are welcome to register your interest now.

On to the photos...

Bryce greets us at the door.. ok so maybe its the yummy smell of bbq sausages that greets us first.

Sublime selection of home baking - we couldn't fit it all on the table so just kept putting out more.


No NZ Scrapbook Market Day would be complete without Fairy Serena



Upstairs to the Market stalls


Home made chutney's and jams


Scissor charms and magnetic bracelets/necklaces


Free facepainting for kids


Decorated tackle boxes

Bargain priced scrapbooking supplies

Tupperware is still the best


Phillip's fantastic selection of handmade cards

Retro crochet is in yo!

Lots of tasty oils, dips and drink mixers from Prenzel Pantry. Looking forward to having them join us for an upcoming workshop.


Earrings - $10bucks! Bargain.


I adore these handmade flower embellishments


Stunning handmade jewelery


Toys and scrapbooking tool bargains (these were a steal - I believe that Making Memories alphabet set went for just $12!)


Have you ever tried to buy a pet sympathy card? Well if you have then you will know that they are not to be found. Pets become family members - Liz creates lovely personalised cards and candles.



A wonderful day, and its just a start. Lots of work went into making it a success. A big thank you to all of our sellers who shared their treasures, our wonderful staff who helped with set up, promotion mailbox dropping and generally getting in behind it, the Dixon family who deserve a special mention - we heartedly appreciate the extra effort (and cooking, crafting, and facepainting skills) and to all the visitors and buyers who supported our sellers.

Here's looking forward to another fun Market Day in a couple of months!



Raaaar!