Forever Friends Promotion

We have just received news from our supplier that there is a great free giveaway coming in April to celebrate the launch of Do Crafts "Forever Friends" products into Australia. The advertising campaign will feature in the following magazines: Scrapbook Creations, Issue 77 - 7th April, Scrapbooking Memories, Issue 12-4 - 7th April, and Australian Cardmaking and Scrapbooking, Issue 20 - 1st April.
If you purchase $1 or more of any Do-crafts branded products on the promotion day (currently 24th April date tbc) you will receive a free Forever Friends embellishment pack valued at $5, one per customer limit.

Karen is especially excited about the release of these cute bear related items (you should see her collection of the stuffed versions) so look out for lots of the stuff coming soon!!! The stamps are especially brilliant for those addicted to the Copic markers - we shall be stocking bucketloads of shades of brown especially for their arrival !!! Speaking of Copic Markers, we have just restocked on all colours so we now have the full stand again - come and feed your habit before they all go again!
See you soon ladies, regards, Maxine.

Chipboard Demo Night

Hello - long time no speak!!! I am working on reinstating the mailing list (computer blew up - literally, power supply fault!!) so my apologies if you haven't heard from me in a while. The class list and pictures are still being updated on the website but please drop me a line at enquiries@picture2page.com.au to put your name back on the e-mailing list.
I know this post is a little bit late notice but we have a FREE demo night tonight in the store with Kristy from RW Laser Cuts. See the brand new releases and learn more about the fabulous versatile medium of chipboard and how to emboss, texture, distress, ink, paint and generally make it not look like cardboard anymore!!! (Unless you like "as is" in the first place?) This is a hands on demo so you actually get to make something!! for FREE hooray!!!!!!
We will have some specials on tonight and also a few extras for our Members as always! Free cake and coffee too so hope to see you there.
Maxine.

Do Crafts and Christmas Opening Hours 2009

Just a short note to let everyone know that we now have the latest do-crafts magazine now in stock and also the latest batch of related stock! Fab new products including the limited edition PINK Cuttlebug machine (only 2 left), gorgeous patterned paper pads, scalloped cardstock in 20 colours in 12" and 8" sizes, new designs of Acrylic stamps direct from the UK, jumbo bottles of Glitz-it (UK version of Kindyglitz), unbeatable storage solutions including flip out bins and adjustable divided containers and paper pricking starter kits and templates (like Pergamano). All stock is on display in the store now.
We are closing for Christmas at 2pm on Christmas Eve and we will re-open at 10am on Saturday 2nd January!
Thanks to all our customers for your continued support and your invaluable business with us during 2009 and we look forward to lots of exciting new classes and products for 2010. Merry Christmas everyone,
Maxine, Karen and all the girls at Picture2Page.

Sizzix is back!!!!!!!!

Hello, if you weren't excited enough about the Copic Ciao markers - I have more mind blowing news!!!!?? Sizzix has found a new home in Australia at last and we have pre-ordered their fabulous new product called the Texture Boutique machine and lots of new embossing folder designs - including Christmas patterns and sentiments!! They will retail for around $75 and are shaped like a handbag (so cute!!) and are great for people like me who only use their Cuttlebug for embossing. We are expecting the first deliveries to be in store in about 10 days. Get one on your wish list for Christmas now - at a bargain price for a great little must-have machine and the embossing packs are also great value at around $20-$30 for a multi pack of folders in a single theme (i.e. Birthday, Christmas , Baby etc). I LOVE new stuff - wish I had time to play with it all? Don't forget to enter into our Layout Competition on this blog for November (see further down this page) - I'm even going to attempt it myself at some point this week (Don't hold your breath though - you may well faint). Bye for now, Maxine.

The Copics are Here!

Hi everyone

I'm Kirsty, normally the one working behind the scenes on the website, not out in front but I just had to share my excitement about the arrival of the Copic Ciao markers at Picture2Page.

From someone who has spent many hours hunting all around Melbourne (and harassing Maxine) for these lovely markers I can tell you that Picture2Page is the only scrapbooking store in the eastern suburbs to stock these fantastic markers.

So what's so good about them you ask? They are brilliant for colouring and produce rich vibrant colours that blend beautifully to make your stamped image pop of the page. Copic markers are alcohol based, permanent makers used by illustrators, designers, artists and craft enthusiasts around the world.

There are a few tricks you need to know so check back soon for details on how you can learn to use these amazing markers. In the meantime, I've posted a couple of cards below where I've used copic markers.

till next time

Kirsty

Mel's {October/November Challenge} - CELEBRATE

Hi Everyone!
We have extended OCTOBERS challenge! and so since it WAS my BIRTHDAY month! How's about a funky & fun 12x12 sketch for all of you to indulge in!
Whats that? OH GOOD I knew you would be thrilled!
So here are the goods ...

{Rules}

1. You must use the word "CELEBRATE" in your layout.
It doesn't matter who, what or where you are celebrating, just get the word on there!

2. Divide your page into squares by either doing it with paper, patterns, photo's etc
There is no limit to how many squares but lets see a little creativity with this!

3. Must have journaling and tell us what you are celebrating!!!

Now you can use as many or as little photos as you like, but at least have ONE! These can be any sizes also! So go get your scrap boogy on and don't forget to either leave a comment on this post with a link to where your goods are OR e-mail us so we can show the world!!


Remember there will be a WINNER and Prizes!
All entries MUST be in by the 30th November !!!

Here is my take on the challenge!
I used: October Afternoon paper, cardstock, Kaiser rub on's, and Stampin Up Stamps "Tart & Tangy"

Showtime 09

Hello, thanks to everyone who visited us at the 'From Picture to Page Show' at Burwood in September. It was a great event and we met loads of lovely people - lots of regulars to our store and a few new ones too!!!!!!!! We will be next exhibiting in Geelong at the Town Hall on 13th and 14th March - the first event for the show organisers on the other side of town. The "From Picture2Page Shows" are always about papercrafters - no sewing or beading or quilting - just paper and stuff!! They are a great value day out, with lots of ideas and bargains to re-inspire you, so if you missed out in 2009 - there are 2 more in Burwood next year - keep checking our News and Events page for more details. See you all soon, Maxine.