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January Sketch Challenge

2011-12-27T10:50:00.004+11:00

Sketch by Leona George.

Our January Sketch Challenge is a Christmas themed page, all entries are due in by 21 January, 2012 (our crop date) they can be emailed to scrapkat94@yahoo.com.au if you want to enter and cannot make the crop.

First prize is a $10 gift voucher and the winner also gets to design the sketch Challenge for March.

Flourish with a Bling February Challenge

2011-02-01T20:14:00.002+11:00

This months Valentines sketch/recipe challengeby admin ~ January 25th, 2011
This months FWAB competition is a sketch/recipe challenge and being so close to the day of LOVE, Valentines Day, we thought a layout based on anyone or anything you love would be fitting. Be it your husband, boyfriend or girlfriend, a wedding you have been to or even your cherished fluffy dog! As long as it has been inspired by Love.
Here is the sketch part of the challenge and my sample layout of the sketch. I have done a layout titled “A Perfect Love” of my brother Andrew and his wife Cindy on their wedding day.

The only recipe part of the challenge is that you must include at least 1 Flourish with a Bling product on your layout. Easy! The rest of the materials you use is up to you. However we do need to recognise your layout from this months sketch.
Then all you need to do is upload it onto our FWAB gallery under the Valentines Day sketch/recipe challenge to be in the draw. This challenge is open to everyone, world wide, card or layout.
The competition will finish midnight Wednesday 23 rd February and will be drawn the following day so you have plenty of time to complete your layout. We will use our bingo ball to draw the winner so all entries will have an equal chance at winning this fabulous FWAB prize pack.

A2Z Scraplets February Challenge

2011-02-01T17:54:00.001+11:00

February 1st Sketch Challenge
Hello everyone ! Tina here with the February sketch challenge !
I have used a sketch from pagemaps,looking forward seeing your entries.

The Rules: You need to create a layout based on the above sketch. Its open to your own interpretation, but it must be recognisable. Only one entry per person. You do not have to use Scraplets on your layout BUT if you have some in your stashes, feel free to put them on your page.This competition is open to EVERYONE!!

How To Enter: Entries to be submitted by Midnight 28th of February, 2011.Email to: challenges@a2zscraplets.com.au and we will upload your layout for you.If you're emailing, please make sure images are re-sized to max of 600x600 pixels and no larger that 200kb, and that you name the file with your name.

The Prizes:There are 3 prizes up for grabs. Each prize is a pack of Scraplets (approx 8 items).First prize is selected as the "judges choice".Second & Third prize will be selected via random prize draws. You have to be in it to win it, so what are you waiting for !!

A2Z Scraplets January Challenge

2011-01-24T07:51:00.003+11:00

Happy New Year ...
& with the New Year comes a New Sketch Challenge for January 2011 !

The Rules: You need to create a layout based on the above sketch. Its open to your own interpretation, but it must be recognisable. Only one entry per person. You do not have to use Scraplets on your layout BUT if you have some in your stashes, feel free to put them on your page.This competition is open to EVERYONE!!

How To Enter: Email your layout by 31st of January, 2011 to challenges@a2zscraplets.com.au Please make sure images are re-sized to max of 600x600 pixels and no larger that 200kb, and that you name the file with your name.

The Prizes:There are 3 prizes up for grabs. Each prize is a pack of Scraplets (approx 8 items).First prize is selected as the "judges choice".Second & Third prize will be selected via random prize draws. You have to be in it to win it, so what are you waiting for !!

Flourish with a Bling November Challenge

2010-11-27T11:45:00.004+11:00

Flourish with a Bling is our newest supplier. So we will be sending out their monthly challenge as well as the A2Z Scraplets challenge. Hope to see some of your pages on display.

Maggie’s Sketch/Recipe Challenge ~ November 22nd, 2010
This months FWAB competition is a sketch/recipe challenge:-) I have drawn up a sketch…yes freehand, I know you can tell LOL.

The only recipe part is that you must include at least one Flourish with a Bling product on your layout. EASY!
The rest of the materials you use is up to you. However we do need to recognise your layout from this months sketch.
This is my take on the sketch -

This challenge is open to everyone, worldwide, so please put your scrapping talents to the challenge and upload to our gallery to be in the running for the Christmas colour prize pack shown below. Every layout will be allocated a number and then drawn by our infamous bingo ball, so everyone has an equal chance to win.

Happy scrapping to you all, and if you can mention “Maggies sketch challenge” in the title when you upload it to the FWAB gallery:-) that would be great.
Challenge finishes at midnight Wednesday the 15th of December and the winner will be announced the next day.
Happy Scrapping,Maggie and the FWAB team

Flourish with a Bling October Challenge

2010-11-27T11:35:00.005+11:00

Thought we would share this will all our customers and friends. We will be posting the Flourish with a Bling Novoember Challenge today.

The winner of this month’s FWAB gallery upload competition is….{{drumroll}}…… Katherine Cross from ScrapKat with her layout titled “Friends”. A very big congratulations Katherine, if you could please email us your address and which prize pack you would like us to send to you from the 2 listed on our blog under “win a prize, anyone can enter”, and we will get that off to you asap.

Keep an eye out for our next competition. We will post it up on the blog and facebook early next week.
Happy Scrapping,
Maggie, Kate and Lucy the FWAB team

A2Z Scraplets November Challenge

2010-11-19T11:09:00.003+11:00

November 2010 Sketch Challenge ...

Wow ... It's November already! And with a new month comes a New Sketch Challenge.

(Sketch by Liz Qualman)

The Rules: You need to create a layout based on the above sketch. Its open to your own interpretation, but it must be recognisable. Only one entry per person. You do not have to use Scraplets on your layout BUT if you have some in your stashes, feel free to put them on your page.This competition is open to EVERYONE!!

How To Enter: Email your layout by 30th November, 2010, to challenges@a2zscraplets.com.au Please make sure images are re-sized to max of 600x600 pixels and no larger that 200kb, and that you name the file with your name.

The Prizes:There are 3 prizes up for grabs. Each prize is a mystery pack of Scraplets.First prize is selected as the "judges choice".Second & Third prize will be selected via random prize draws.

You have to be in it to win it, so what are you waiting for !!

Flourish with a Bling

2010-11-19T11:02:00.002+11:00

Flourish with a Bling is our newest supplier, check out their products on Scrapkat search Jasmine, Jack and Grace or have a look at their website, if we don't have it and you would like something please let us know. They ran their first page competition which ended on 17 November. Below are the details.

What a fabulous response we have had for our first FWAB competition. We had 8 scrapbookers/cardmakers enter the competition with a total of 17 wonderful layouts/cards uploaded to our gallery. Thank you so much to you all for entering. Now the fun part…… The winner of this month’s FWAB gallery upload competition is….{{d...rumroll}}………Katherine Cross from Scrapkats with her layout titled “Friends”. A very big congratulations Katherine, if you could please email us your address and which prize pack you would like us to send to you from the 2 listed on our blog under “win a prize, anyone can enter”, and we will get that off to you asap. Keep an eye out for our next competition we will be posting it up on the blog and facebook early next week.Happy Scrapping,Maggie, Kate and Lucy the FWAB teamSee more

Flourish With A Bling
http://www.flourishwithabling.com.au/
We are an Australian wholesale company, owned and Directed

Spring into Summer Sale

2010-11-03T07:20:00.004+11:00

We are having a 20% off everything sale (excluding gift vouchers). Sale code is summer2010.

Its our 2nd Birthday

2010-02-06T09:28:00.002+11:00

Happy Birthday to us

Happy Birthday to us

Happy Birthday to ScrapKat

To celebrate our 2nd Birthday, we are having a 20% off sale (excludes gift vouchers).

Sale code is 2nd Birthday.

February Challenge

2010-02-06T09:21:00.003+11:00

The gorgeous sketch below was designed specifically for this challenge by Vanessa Waller (DT) Thanks Ness!!

The Rules: You need to create a layout based on the sketch above. Its open to your own interpretation, but it must be recognisable. One entry per person. You do not have to use Scraplets on your layout BUT if you have some in your stashes, feel free to put them on your page.This competition is open to EVERYONE!!

How To Enter: Email your completed layout by 28th February, 2010, to challenges@a2zscraplets.com.au Please make sure images are re-sized to max of 600x600 pixels and no larger that 200kb, and that you name the file with your name.

The Prizes: There are 3 prizes up for grabs. Each prize is a mystery pack of Scraplets.First prize is selected as the "judges choice".Second & Third prize will be selected via random prize draws. You have to be in it to win it, so what are you waiting for !!

Cropping Good Weekend

2010-01-24T12:04:00.003+11:00

Its on again, the ScrapKat Cropping Good Weekend. 17-19 September 2010 at Kurrajong Trails and Cottages. Cost is $165.00, please email us at scrapkat94@yahoo.com.au for an application form. Spaces are filling up fast.

November Challenge

2009-11-13T19:50:00.002+11:00

(Sketch by Monika)
The Rules:
You need to create a layout based on the sketch above.
Its open to your own interpretation, but it must be recognizable.
One entry per person.

How To Enter:
Email your completed layout
by 27th November 2009,
to
challenges@a2zscraplets.com.au

Please make sure images are re-sized to max of 600x600 pixels and no larger that 200kb,
and that you name the file with your name.

The Prizes:
There are 3 prizes up for grabs.
Each prize is a mystery pack of Scraplets.
First prize is selected as the "judges choice".
Second & Third prize will be selected via random prize draws.
You have to be in it to win it so what are you waiting for !!

October Challenge from A2Z Scraplets

2009-10-03T08:46:00.004+10:00

October Inspiration Challenge!!

The Rules:
You need to create a layout inspired by the above picture.
you can be inspired by the colours, shapes, certain elements, use it as a sketch.. the possibilities are endless! (don't forget to add some scraplets if you have some!!)

How To Enter:
Email your completed layout
by 31st October 2009,
to
challenges@a2zscraplets.com.au
Please make sure images are re-sized to max of 600x600 pixels and no larger that 200kb,
and that you name the file with your name.

The Prizes:
There are 3 prizes up for grabs.
Each prize is a mystery pack of Scraplets.
First prize is selected as the "judges choice".
Second & Third prize will be selected via random prize draws.
You have to be in it to win it so what are you waiting for !!

September Challenge from A2Z Scraplets

2009-09-02T18:56:00.002+10:00

{SEPTEMBER SKETCH CHALLENGE}
The Sketch

Sketch By Emily Pearce

The Rules:
You need to create a layout based on the sketch above.
Its open to your own interpretation, but it must be recognizable.
One entry per person.

How To Enter:
Email your completed layout
by 30th September 2009,
to
challenges@a2zscraplets.com.au
Please make sure images are re-sized to max of 600x600 pixels and no larger that 200kb, and that you name the file with your name.

The Prizes:
There are 3 prizes up for grabs.
Each prize is a mystery pack of Scraplets.
First prize is selected as the "judges choice".
Second & Third prize will be selected via random prize draws.
You have to be in it to win it so what are you waiting for !!

Jodi's favourite techniques

2009-08-16T07:41:00.012+10:00

Hello everyone,
Im Jodi Dolbel proud Design Team Member for A2Z Scraplets.
I just wanted to share with lovers of A2Z Scraplets, some of my very favorite techniques for these gorgeous little pieces of chipboard.
Its no mystery that I am a HUGE fan of A2Z Scraplets, even before I was on the design team, i had a huge collection of them!!!
There is a scraplet for every occation.....
So I'd like to show you a technique for every occation to bring life to your layouts and projects using these wonderful embellishments!!!
The first technique I love to use on Scraplets is:

Twinkling H2Os
Anyone that stops by my blog will testify to this... Its such wonderfully easy stuff to use (But quiet hard to find!!!)
This is an example of using Twinkling H2Os

I have used them on the "Worm" (not grub so Im told!!)
The beauty of the twinking H2Os, is that they are a fast drying paint and therefore, with a small brush you can paint them on to give detail to the etched Scraplets, and also use different colours successfully without bleeding or mess...

Paint
Using paint on a scraplet just requires a bit of forethought. If you think ahead about your layout and get your scraplet done straight up, putting your layout together quickly wont be a drama.
Here I have painted the "All Geared Up" page Kit with brown paint, and then used bubble wrap with black paint and patted it over the top. Gives it that grunge kind of look that I wanted for this layout.

I have also painted the "Australia Day" title with paint in this layout, and then using a very fine brush, tried to paint the Australian Flag in.

Beading
For something a little different, and a little more time consuming, how about trying beading on your scraplets.
On this "Butterfly Dreams" page kit, I have covered the frame with tiny beads I found at a $2 shop. First off I covered the frame in a glue such as Pritt Gel or Helmar 450 adhesive. Then I sprinkled the beads on pressing them onto the frame as I went.

When I was happy with the coverage of the beads, I then went over the beads with Dimensional Magic to hold them all in place.
To cover the Butterfly Dreams title, i have used a Glitter Glue.
All I did with it was just colour in the title and wait for it to dry.

Ink
Of course Ink is always a great way to colour your scraplets and there is no end of inking techniques you can use...
With this "Church" scraplet, all I have done is lightly inked the entire scraplet, and then went over the edges slightly darker. If you want a shiny finish, cover the scraplet with Dimentional Magic.

Kindy Glitz
This is also marvellous stuff... But it does take so long to dry. Plan on covering your scraplet a good 6 hours ahead of when you want to stick it down, or place it under a heater and it should dry in about 2 hours!

To cover your scraplet, just sqeeze the kindyglitz straight from the tube.. Easy Peasy!!! Make sure there aren't any bubbles and there is full coverage on the scraplet.

Folkart Papier Glitter
Once again this is fab stuff. Again takes ages to dry but not quite as long as kindyglitz.
I love this stuff for Vintage layouts..
Gives a real "old World" feel about it.
I used the Papier Glitter on the "Butterfly Kisses" page kit in this layout. And doesnt it look great!! Really eyecatching, which is good as the photo isn't that crash hot!!!

Once again to use Papier Glitter, its in a tube similar to Dimentional Magic and you just sqeeze it out. It does take a bit to get that smooth coverage, I suppose depending on the age of the product your using... I think it might clog a bit as it gets older.
But definately worth the effort.

Patterned Paper
This can be a bit tricky to use on your scraplets. Best used on pieces that have a bit of size to them, like this butterfly or the albums and such.
Everyone has a different technique for covering chipboard. So i will give you my way.
First cover your scraplet with a good glue. I use Helmar 450 adhesive!! Love the stuff!!!
Make sure you get right to the edge of the scraplet, but only have a fine coverage of glue (Otherwise you will get a huge mess)
Adhere the front of your scraplet to the back of the patterned paper you are using. Let it dry for a bit. Then using a sharp craft knife, carefully cut all around the edge of your scraplet.

When you have it all cut out. Gently remove rough edges with a fine sandpaper. You might like to go over the edges with ink, or you can use paint.. But do the paint before you cover your scraplet with the paper.

Folkart Papier Metallic
Im not as happy with the coverage of this product on scraplets, but if its a look that is required on your layout, than give it a go.
This is applied the same as the Papier Glitter, only its a much thicker coverage and takes ages and ages to dry!!!

The methods described above are a few of what I have tried. But my access to supplies is hugely limited as I dont have a scrap shop anywhere near me.. The closest is over 400kms away!!! Very sad!

So I am sure there are many more techniques.
I have seen techniques like:
Embossing. This is a powdered product that is sprinkled onto your item and then heated with a heat gun to give a beautiful glazed finish.
Glimmer Mist. This is a spray that is similar to Twinkling H2Os. You spray it on for a fine glimmery finish. The more coats you give it, the more vivid the colour.
If you have any other suggestions for covering your scraplets. Please share it in the comments for this post!!!
We'd love to hear from you....

Thank you to Jodi and Julie (A2Z Scraplets) for allowing us to share this information with you. For more information on scraplets please check out the A2Z Scraplets Blog (there is a link on our page) and to see more of Jodi's wonderful work please check out her blog. We also have a large range of scraplets for sale under embellishments, then chipboard and then under several categories.

July Challenge from A2Z Scraplets

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July Challenge from A2Z Scraplets

The Sketch Sketch By Becky Fleck @ Page Maps

The Rules: You need to create a layout based on the sketch above. Its open to your own interpretation, but it must be recognizable. One entry per person.

How To Enter: Email your completed layout by 31st July 2009, to challenges@a2zscraplets.com.au Please make sure images are re-sized to max of 600x600 pixels and no larger that 200kb, and that you name the file with your name.

A2Z Scraplet's June Challenge

2009-06-08T09:16:00.002+10:00

June 2009 Challenge ...
... is a sketch by Beggahuna.

The Rules: You need to create a layout based on the sketch above. Its open to your own interpretation, but it must be recognisable. One entry per person.

How To Enter: Email your completed layout by 30th June 2009, to challenges@a2zscraplets.com.au. Please make sure images are re-sized to max of 600x600 pixels and no larger that 200kb, and that you name the file with your name.

The Prizes: There are 3 prizes up for grabs. Each prize is a mystery pack of Scraplets.First prize is selected as the "judges choice".Second & Third prize will be selected via random prize draws. You have to be in it to win it so what are you waiting for !!

End of Financial Year Sale

2009-06-02T20:24:00.004+10:00

We are having an end of financial year sale from 1 June to 30 June with 20% off everything in store including clearance items. Sale code is 30June2009.

A2Z Scraplets Challenge

2009-05-03T16:41:00.002+10:00

Challenge #4 ...
... is a Sketch challenge for the month of May.
The Rules: You need to create a layout based on the sketch below.
There are no limits on use of products or manufacturers. One entry per person.

How To Enter:

Email your completed layout by 31th May 2009, to challenges@a2zscraplets.com.au Please make sure images are re-sized to max of 600x600 pixels and no larger that 200kb, and that you name the file with your name.

The Prizes: There are 3 prizes up for grabs. Each prize is a mystery pack of Scraplets.First prize is selected as the "judges choice".Second & Third prize will be selected via random prize draws. You have to be in it to win it so what are you waiting for !!
The Sketch this month is from Teresa Anne Watt @ Pencillines.
Have fun ladies and I can't wait to see what fabulous entries come in this month!

Katherine's Birthday Sale

2009-04-18T16:02:00.006+10:00

To help Katherine (the Kat from ScrapKat)

celebrate her 15th birthday, we are having

a 15% off everything for 15 days sale.

The sale starts 19 April and ends 3 May.

The sale code is katherine15.

So drop by for a look and happy scrapping.

April Update

2009-03-31T19:51:00.002+11:00

The new website is working well. Details have been updated for April, including our product of the month, which for April is our ScrapKat Aprons. These versitile aprons are a must have for every scrapbooker. They are $25, the aprons are black with the ScrapKat logo and website address and have two pockets. Our product of the month is listed under new arrivals and tools.

We will also be having a display at the Lithgow Show on Friday 3 and Saturday 4 April.

The due date for applications forms for the Cropping Good Weekend has been extended to 30 April.

Upgrade to Website

2009-03-15T09:43:00.003+11:00

We have recently upgraded the site to a new server, and in the process lost everyone's details so when you have time please login again. The main difference now is that stock is automatically deleted when purchased we no longer have to go back in and change items manually. This will make stocktake alot easier and keep stock number more accurate. We can now also print invoices.

Cropping Good Weekend

2009-03-15T09:42:00.001+11:00

Application forms and deposit for the scrapbooking weekend are due by 31 March. So please remind anyone you may have forwarded this onto. Hope to see you all in September.

Cropping Good Weekend

2009-01-25T11:21:00.002+11:00

Our scrapbooking weekend is going full steam ahead, cost is $150 which includes accommodation, meals and goodie bag. Deposit of $50 and application form required by 31 March, 2009. Final payment by 21 August, 2009 and can be paid in installments.

Saturday Crop only is also available for those who can't stay overnight. This will be $50 and is for 10am to 10pm and includes lunch, dinner and goodie bag.

Please email us at scrapakt94@yahoo.com.au and state weekend or crop only and we will send you the appropriate application form and information sheet.

Scrapbooking Weekend Retreat - Blue Mountains, NSW

2009-01-15T07:56:00.002+11:00

We are organising our first Scrapbooking weekend for 25 to 27 September, 2009. This will be held at Blue Gum Lodge, Springwood, NSW. We are currently taking expressions of interest, so if you would like to attend please email us at scrapkat94@yahoo.com.au. We will be sending out application forms soon, and payments can be made in installments.

leisurecraft scrapkbooking cruise

2008-12-31T21:03:00.004+11:00

A scrapbooking cruise is being organised for April 2010, visit the following blog for more information, www.leisurecraft.blogspot.com. Or by clicking on the link on this page

Welcome to our blog

2008-11-26T07:21:00.003+11:00

Thanks to Julie at a2z Scraplets, we have entered the world of blogs. We have come a long way in just 9 months, the website went live on 28 February, and we now have customers in nearly every state/territory which is very exciting.

We have joined Facebook and now the blog is up and running too.

I would like to thank my partner in crime the Kat from ScrapKat my beautiful daughter Katherine who really runs the business, I am just along for the ride. Katherine you are doing a fantastic job with the website. I would also like to thank my wonderful husband for all his support and for putting up with all the mess. And to my little ray of sonshine, James for being such a wonderful little boy and providing me with endless photos that need to be scrapbooked.

To our regular customers and friends (especially Leona, Lisa, Trin, Di, Gaye & Jeannette) thank you for your continued support and to our new customers we hope you find the service great, the products fantastic and the prices cheap. Please let us know if there are any products you would like us to source and we will try to get them in for you.

2008-11-25T20:43:00.002+11:00

Some layouts from Katherine and myself some using products we sell and others just because we like them

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Welcome to ScrapKat. We first opened online 28 February, 2008. ScrapKat is a family business run by Lyn and Katherine Cross.