Journal Crop this Thursday with guest Kim Ravenscroft

Journal Crop this Thursday with Special Guest Kim Ravenscroft Hi friends, We have an exciting crop lined up for this coming Thursday 9th August at 6.30pm.  Many of you may know that I (Kathleen) am pretty into journals and mixed media art and look forward to the Journal Crops and workshops that I run here in the store.  This particular journal crop is going to be extra special and to say I am looking forward to it is an understatement!  This month we have special guest Kim Ravenscroft coming to share with us her love for journal art and show her extensive collection of journals.  I had the opportunity to look through some of her journals on Friday night and after wards felt invigorated and inspired and I know after this Journal Crop you will too. This is what Kim has to say about keeping art journals: "My love for journaling has only really developed in the last three years when a friend from work introduced me to the world of scrapbooking.  I attended my first ever journaling class in March 2009, taught by the lovely Kathleen.  That was the beginning of my love affair with art journaling. Since then, I have attended scrapbook classes, rummaged around the online mixed media fraternity, completed online art journaling classes, and collected many inspiring mixed media mags, I even went to America to an Art Retreat and met and became friends with so many wonderful like minded women. On this journey I have learnt a lot of really cool techniques and have been introduced to “outside the box thinking” when it comes to producing my own art.  Even though I continue to learn and try out more and more fantastic techniques, I now want to share some of these wonderful things with others so that they too can feel the joy and satisfaction that I have experienced." Kim's enthusiasm for art journaling is infectious, so I would encourage anyone with an interest in Journal Keeping, Art Journals and Mixed Media Art to attend. It's going to be a fun and inspiring evening.  Please bring a sketchbook or journal with you as there may be opportunity to try some techniques during the night.  We have some art journals available to purchase in the store for $5.99 if you don't have one already.  Also if you have been keeping art journals/smash books already please bring those with you as we would love to be inspired by what you are doing too.  Cost for the evening is just $10 and includes tea/coffee/supper and technique materials. Please phone 09 912 0665 or email info@nzscrapbook.co.nz if you would like to attend. Book it in! ~Kathleen

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Friday's 12 Days of Christmas SPECIAL.

Hi friends,
Wow the end of the week already.  This time of year it seems time speeds up! Such a lot on and to do.  Of course here at NZ Scrapbook we have options for you too :)  Today we have another fantastic 12 Days of Christmas Special and a journal crop you are welcome to attend.  Hope you are enjoying this SUNSHINE.

Eighth Day of Christmas

Friday 9th December ONLY
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12 Days of Christmas Specials are not eligible for Bonus Bucks stamps. Sorry no holds or rainchecks. In store only special.

Today's Twelve Days of Christmas Workshop

Eighth Day of Christmas Workshop

Friday 9th December ONLY
Journal Crop with Kathleen, 6-9pm
Fee: $10

 This journal crop for anyone interested in art journalling, recording your life, activities, thoughts using a journal method.

This is perfect for anyone just interested in having a look at other journals, asking questions, trying some of my paints and techniques, getting started or who want help and ideas with journals you have already started.


Kathleen's informal Journal Crop
Date: Friday 9th December
Time: 6pm - 9pm
Fee: $10
Please bring: A journal if you have one (some are available in the store if you want to start one), your pens, paints, scissors, tools and materials so you can work on your pages.


Phone 09 912 0665 to book (or you can just show up)


Have an awesome day!
~Kathleen, Linda and the Team at NZ Scrapbook

Journal Crop Friday Night

Just some of my journals I'll be bringing to the crop

Hi friends,
Kathleen here.. this FRIDAY night the 9th December I will be manning the store and thought I would host another journal crop for anyone interested in art journalling, recording your life, activities, thoughts using a journal method.

This is perfect for anyone just interested in having a look at other journals, asking questions, trying some of my paints and techniques, getting started or who want help and ideas with journals you have already started.

I will be bringing my daily journals and event journals... and look forward to getting crafty with ya!

Kathleen's informal Journal Crop
Date: Friday 9th December
Time: 6pm - 9pm
Fee: $10
Please bring: A journal if you have one (some are available in the store if you want to start one), your pens, paints, scissors, tools and materials so you can work on your pages.


Phone 09 912 0665 to book (or you can just show up!)

ALL WELCOME! See you then :)

~Kathleen

Journal Crop Saturday Night

Just some of my journals I'll be bringing to the crop

Hi friends,
Kathleen here.. this Saturday night the 9th July I will be manning the store and since I've had lots of requests about my journals thought I would host a wee journal crop for anyone interested in art journalling, recording your life, activities, thoughts using a journal method.

This is perfect for anyone just interested in having a look at other journals, asking questions, trying some of my paints and techniques, getting started or who want help and ideas with journals you have already started.

I will be bringing my daily journals and event journals... and look forward to getting crafty with ya!

Kathleen's informal Journal Crop
Date: Saturday 9th July
Time: 6pm - 9pm
Fee: $10
Please bring: A journal if you have one (some are available in the store if you want to start one), your pens, paints, scissors, tools and materials so you can work on your pages.


Phone 09 912 0665 to book (or you can just show up!)

ALL WELCOME! See you then :)

~Kathleen

Stampington Art Journaling inspiration

I've been meaning to say... if you love Art Journals (like me!) be sure to check out the latest Stampington Art Journaling magazine. Pages and pages of journal eye candy. I try to read each page slllllooowly to take it all in :)

Summer 2010 Issue, in store now.

Kathleen's Journal Workshop - Thurs evening

Example from one of my journals - learn techniques to make your own personal journal.

Kathleen's Journal Workshop
Date: Thursday 20th May
Time: 6.30pm
Class fee: $35 includes full colour handout, materials and a journal to keep.

If you have been following my Blog you will know I love journal keeping. This is more than just writing a diary, its creatively responding to inspiration in our every day lives. At this introductory class I will share with you strategies for successful journal keeping, some creative presentation techniques and get you started on a journal of your own. Class fee is $35 and includes materials and a journal to keep. All welcome.



Phone 09 912 0665 to book

On this week at NZ Scrapbook

Hi all,
We have lots of inspiring classes planned for the week. Take a look at this line up, I'm sure there is something just for you!

Example from my Book of Me album

Book of Me Series One continued
Tonight, Monday 23rd March at 7pm & Monday 30th March at 7pm
Tutor: Michelle W
Book of Me classes have been going wonderfully. A great group of ladies have been creating some fantastic pages and it's not too late to join in. Individual sessions are $15. Visit THIS post for more info about our Book of Me Crops.

Some examples of the array of cards Wendy teaches in her card classes.

Cardmaking Workshop
Tuesday 24th March at 10.30am
Tutor: Wendy
More clever card ideas to expand your repertoire of techniques. Four cards made in class. Fee is $25 and includes materials.

Product Preview: Imaginsce & Little Yellow Bicycle main project layout

Product Preview: Imaginsce & Little Yellow Bicycle
Tuesday 24th March at 7pm
Tutor: Kathleen
A princess shimmery layout, a mini wall canvas and a cute pop up card. Three cool projects and a whole lot of fun. Just $20 for this special event. Includes materials, all welcome.

Scrapbooking 202
Wednesday 25th March - two time slots available: 10.30am & 7pm
Tutor: Mary and Michelle W
Featured techniques for this weeks class include stamping, fussing cutting, journaling, stenciling and doodling. Great for beginner and intermediate scrapbookers.

Crop Night
Thursday 26th March at 6pm
Tutor: Michelle R
Our creative social night. Work on your own pages and make new friends. $10 fee. All welcome!


Creating with Texture Paste
Thursday 26th March at 7pm
Tutor: Kathleen
Based on my recent article in Altered Arts Magazine, you are invited to attend this class and learn a selection of techniques for using this versatile medium. Texture paste is a great way to add dimension to your pages and art. Class fee $55 and includes materials and a 250ml jar of Jo Sonja Texture Paste for you to take home.

The happy hum of activity at last months Mega Crop

Mega Crop
Friday 27th March from 6pm
Tutor: Michelle R
Last months Mega Crop was a real hit so are starting to run them on a monthly basis. From 6pm till Midnight you can work on your pages, have fun with friends, participate in a crop game, enjoy a light supper and be in to win some great prizes. Fee is just $10. All welcome!

Parent and Child Class

Parent & Child Class
Saturday 28th March at 1pm
Tutor: Linda
Always a popular class, create three 8" x 8" pages with your child participant. $20 including materials.

Teacher Fenn helping the kids class participants with making their paper selection.

Kids Class
Saturday 28th March at 3pm
Tutor: Fenn
Kids love to scrapbook! Suitable for ages 8years and up. Class fee is just $12 and includes materials.

At our Beginners Class we will show you how to make creative pages in no time.

Beginners Scrapbooking
Tuesday 31st March. Two time slots available: 10.30am and 7pm
Tutor: Mary and Michelle W
Want to try Scrapbooking for the first time? This is the class for you. Basic techniques for creating a page will be covered. We will help you create a page and are happy to answer any questions. Special price of just $10 including materials.

Example from one of my journals - learn techniques to make your own personal journal.

Kathleen's Journal Workshop
Tuesday 31st March at 7pm
Tutor: Kathleen
If you have been following my Blog you will know I love journal keeping. This is more than just writing a diary, its creatively responding to inspiration in our every day lives. At this introductory class I will share with you strategies for successful journal keeping, some creative presentation techniques and get you started on a journal of your own. Class fee is $35 and includes materials and a journal to keep. All welcome.



We take great care to ensure you have a fab time at our classes. Our teachers love to share with you ideas and our spacious class areas make it easy for you to work and enjoy your projects.

Visit our Class Calendar for a further schedule of upcoming workshops and classes. Bookings are required for all classes (except Crop Nights), please phone 09 912 0665 to book or if you have any questions.

Have a wonderful week and we hope to see you in store soon!
~Kathleen, Linda and the Team at NZ Scrapbook.

Kathleen's Journal Class ColourFULL - second date available

Creative background techniques

Artist sketches, daily musings, inspiration, thoughts, photos, receipts, postcards, tickets, colour, ideas.... so much more! Art Journals are tactile, interactive, personal and UNIQUE! Last night at my Journals Class we had a fab group of ladies find out just how fun creating your own Journal is!

Lots of fun techniques with paint and colour mixing

Glitter too!

Creating a page extension - one of the seven techniques

In addition to the comprehensive (and crazy!) journals handout we explored a basic wash method and we completed SEVEN specific page techniques in our 2hour class. Lots of fun!

Ann looks on as I demonstrate my fav tool - the sewing machine!

Some books and journals on hand for perusal during the class and a drink break if desired.

I have a second time slot for this class. This Wednesday 25th February at 7pm. Spaces are available. Cost for this class is $35 which includes materials and a journal. No previous journal or arty experience necessary. Phone 09 912 0665 to book. Would love to have you join us!

By the way if you want to see (lots of) examples of journal pages visit my personal blog HERE.



~ Kathleen