This tutorial was created by Kristin.

Curling Chipboard

Submitted by Kristin

Here is a neat technique that I’ve tried and really enjoyed. I can’t wait to try it again!

Chipboard graces most scrapbooking layouts these days. Whether it is alphabets or an embellishment, chipboard is everywhere!

For something different try soaking your chipboard in a dish of water. I tried this with Fancy Pants chipboard flowers. Once the flower was in the water for a couple of minutes it separated into 4 thin layers. I laid the layers out on a paper towel and let them dry overnight. When they were dry, I was able to cover them with patterned paper and curl the petals with a pencil. I love the look of the thin layers of chipboard. I can’t wait to try this again with alphabets!

Don’t forget to check out the CCAS Resource Wiki. We have LOTS of fabulous tutorials.

This week’s word is HONOUR.

honour

1. High respect, as that shown for special merit; esteem: the honour shown to a Nobel laureate.
2. 1. Good name; reputation.
   2. A source or cause of credit: was an honour to the profession.
3. 1. Glory or recognition; distinction.
   2. A mark, token, or gesture of respect or distinction: the place of honour at the table.
   3. A military decoration.
   4. A title conferred for achievement.
4. High rank.
5. The dignity accorded to position: awed by the honour of his office.
6. Great privilege: I have the honour to present the governor.

For my page, I wanted to highlight the photos of my sister getting ready for my wedding last summer. She, of course, was my maid of honour.

Create a page using the word of the week and post a link here in the comments section or send a copy of your page to Tara at thynner5@yahoo.ca and put “CCAS Wordy Wednesday” in the subject line!

Don’t forget, for every page or challenge you complete, you will receive a ballot towards this month’s prize. Good luck!

This morning, I received my first copy of the So Sketchy! Subscriber and it is fabulous!  The amazingly talented Allison Cope has come up with a fantastic product that is just what I have been needing.  Filled with original sketches and samples, the So Sketchy Subscriber is the inspiration I need to motivate me to get scrapping again.

A bit about the So Sketchy! Subscriber .. Sign up for the So Sketchy! Subscriber and you will receive a newsletter containing new, never before seen card, 12×12 and 8.5×11 sketches, some sketch examples and a special contest just for subscribers.  These monthly newsletters are mailed out on the 10th of every month.  

You can sign up for the So Sketchy! Subscriber using the paypal store in the right hand side column of the CCAS Blog, or by visiting the So Sketchy blog which also has a ton of great sketches and sample layouts.

Thanks for the great pick me up Ally!  You rock!

Have a scrappy day everyone!

~ Jen

Since we have just celebrated Father’s Day this past weekend I figured this would be a great way to celebrate all the special fathers in our life.

Your challenge this week is create a page about your father/ father-in-law or your husband being a father.  Simple as that!

Don’t forget  to post your challenge pages to this post or send Tara an email “CCAS Challenge Monday” at thynner5@yahoo.ca .  For every challenge you share with us, your name will be entered into the monthly prize draw.  Good luck!

This week’s sketch has been chosen from the So Sketchy Blog. I am loving this site so much and I use Ally’s sketches all the time.

I have made a medium version and a hard version for you to solve. Please note that they are both of the same sketch.

medium

hard

If you have any problems printing this sketch off just send me an email me at: thynner5@yahoo.ca and I will send you the sketch. Please put: “Sketch” in the subject line.

Also, if you use this sketch as the foundation for your next layout and email it to me or provide a link, you will be entered in this month’s Blog Draw!!

Have fun!

~Tara~

Today I would like to share all the awesome work that has been filling my in-box. Thanks to everyone who send in their creations. I have put together a little gallery for your enjoyment.

Gallery

Everyone here has received a ballot for this month’s Blog Prize Draw. Remember that every time you complete a challenge, use a font, send a tip, technique or tutorial, that you receive a ballot!! Keep emailing me at: thynner5@yahoo.ca

~Tara~

I am a font-a-holic!! I can admit it. I love fonts!! All types of fonts. I am contantly looking through the web for new, fresh and funky fonts. I thought I would share my addiction with you gals.

I love a good font and this one is fantastic!

This week I have chosen a cute one called: Fontdinerdotcom

If you would like it on your computer you can download it for free here: Dafont

If you require instructions on loading your new font, they can be found in the Resources section of the blog: Resources

I would love to see any creations you make using this font. You can send it to: thynner5@yahoo.ca and put “font friday” in the subject line. You can also link you creations here as well. Anyone who does this will have a ballot for this months draw!

Enjoy your new font!

~Tara~

The summer issue of Scrapbook & Cards Today will be available from your local scrapbook store in just a few weeks.  This new issue is sure to excite you as the SCT team has been working hard to create a fantastic new look for the magazine.  And stay tuned … there is more exciting news to follow!!

Remember to checkout the Scrapbook & Cards Today website after June 21st. 

Have a great day!

~ Jen

I have been searching around for some ideas for teachers gifts that the girls can have fun decorating and making. I came across this while searching through CCAS Resources. My girls want to make some of these for the teachers helpers and fill them with handmade toffees. Yummy!!

Make a Festive Fry Box - By Renee

Fry Template by Tammy Matta

Supplies Needed:

Glue Stick or other adhesive

Patterned Paper, Cardstock or other (I used double sided sturdy Patterned Paper)

Scissors or X-acto knife

Bone folder

Size this template to your size liking in an editing program or print program.

Print the template on regular printer paper.

I printed at full size on an 8.5×11 sheet of paper. I will link my enlarged template here-
Step 1- Take template printed on a standard sheet of 8.5×11 paper. Place on top of a double sided sheet of cardstock/patterned paper. The side of the cardstock that is facing up will be the outside of the box

Step 2- Using an X-acto Knife, cut through the template and cardstock at the same time.

Step 3- Holding the cutout template and cardstock together, make the first fold on template line. Make folds so template stays to the outside of the box.

Step 4- Once the four side folds are done; gradually pinch the arc folds at the base of the box using both thumbs and index finger.

Step 5- Once folds are made, remove template

Step 6- Tape/adhere flaps to hold the box together.

Adhere the sides together; you may want to temporarily use paper clips or other methods to hold it tight until the adhesive dries completely.
Embellish and fill the box as you wish!

~Tara~

This week’s word is WISDOM.  Use this word as your title or in your journaling and share it with us here to earn a ballot for this month’s blog prize.

Wisdom \Wis”dom\ (-d[u^]m), n. [AS. w[imac]sd[=o]m. See Wise, a., and -dom.]

1. The quality of being wise; knowledge, and the capacity to make due use of it; knowledge of the best ends and the best means; discernment and judgment; discretion; sagacity; skill; dexterity.

2. The results of wise judgments; scientific or practical truth; acquired knowledge; erudition.

Here is my page about my little man….

So share those pages with us and get your chance to win a prize!

Good luck!