SOPHIA Scrapbooking & Cardmaking Workshop

You choose your workshop - make layouts or cards!!

The Sophia "Workshop on the Go" Kit includes all of the supplies to make the FABULOUS layout and cards pictured above! And you'll have lots of materials left over to create additional artwork (your own or CTMH suggested artwork!)  Note -- if you have BOYS in your family & think this kit isn't for you - - check out my "Sophia - the Masculine kit" below.


I offer three Workshop on the Go kit options:

1) Full Kit - exactly as shown - includes Level 2 Paper Pack, exclusive B sized stamp set, full package of our new Pink Buttons, package of Hemp fibre, and a full colour workshop guide. Retail value $42.25 - you pay just $33.50 plus tax & shipping.

2) Less Mess Kit - for all of you non-stampers! Includes Level 2 Paper Pack, Level 2 Stickease Pack, full package of the Pink Buttons, package of Hemp fibre & full colour workshop guide. Only $27.00 plus tax & shipping. (Note - completed layout will not be exactly as shown above).

3) Basic Kit - includes Level 2 Paper Pack and full colour workshop guide. (Embellishments available to order seperately and my stamp set can be used at my Workshop Night). $15.75 plus tax & shipping. (Note - completed layout will not be exactly as shown above).

4)  Sophia - the Masculine Kit - - let me show you how you can make this paper pack work for boy layouts too!  Kit includes Level 2 Paper Pack, 6 additional pieces of cardstock, package of Blue Buttons, package of Hemp fibre & full colour workshop guide.  Only $24.00 plus tax & shipping. 

All of the above Kit options are available to create on your own at home . . . or you can join me at my next workshop night and I can guide you as you create the featured artwork! I WILL ALSO HAVE BONUS ARTWORK (both layout and cards) INSTRUCTIONS AVAILABLE FOR ALL WORKSHOP ATTENDEES (see photos below) - to help you use up the rest of your workshop kit contents. That is a total of two (2 page) predesigned layouts and 6 different card designs!

Friday, April 29th at 7:30 pm
To attend - you must RSVP and pre-order by April 10th!

(All orders of $30 or more will also qualify for my No-Committment Creative Club - - be a virtual Hostess & earn FREE products with your order! See the details HERE!)

Email Me today to order your kit and/or register for the Sophia Workshop Night!

BONUS ARTWORK for Workshop Participants:

LUCKY Scrapbooking & Cardmaking Workshop

The Lucky "Workshop on the Go" Kit includes all of the supplies to make the FABULOUS layout and cards pictured above! And you'll have lots of materials left over to create additional artwork (your own or CTMH suggested artwork!)


I offer three Workshop on the Go kit options:

1) Full Kit - exactly as shown - includes Level 2 Paper Pack, exclusive B sized stamp set, full package of our new Wood Buttons, a full package of hemp fibre, and a full colour workshop guide. Retail value $40.25 - you pay just $33.50 plus tax & shipping.

2) Less Mess Kit - for all of you non-stampers! Includes Level 2 Paper Pack, Level 2 Stickease Pack, full package of the Wood Buttons and Hemp Fibre & full colour workshop guide. Only $27.00 plus tax & shipping. (Note - completed layout will not be exactly as shown above).

3) Basic Kit - includes Level 2 Paper Pack and full colour workshop guide. (Embellishments available to order seperately and my stamp set can be used at my Workshop Night). $15.75 plus tax & shipping. (Note - completed layout will not be exactly as shown above).

All of the above Kit options are available to create on your own at home . . . or you can join me at my next workshop night and I can guide you as you create the featured artwork! I WILL ALSO HAVE BONUS ARTWORK (both layout and cards) INSTRUCTIONS AVAILABLE FOR ALL WORKSHOP ATTENDEES (see photos below) - to help you use up the rest of your workshop kit contents. That is a total of two (2 page) predesigned layouts and 6 different card designs!

Sunday, April 3rd at 7:30 pm
To attend - you must RSVP and pre-order by March 8th!

(All orders of $30 or more will also qualify for my No-Committment Creative Club - - be a virtual Hostess & earn FREE products with your order! See the details HERE!)

Email Me today to order your kit and/or register for the Lucky Workshop Night!

BONUS ARTWORK for Workshop Participants:

March 12th All Day Scrapbooking Crop

I'm happy to announce that Calgary Crops has scheduled our next event:

Calgary Crops will be hosting another all-day crop for you on Saturday, March 12th, 2011 from 9 am to 9 pm at the Montgomery Community Association Hall!  If you are in the Calgary area - would love for you to join us for a fun day of scrapbooking, cardmaking or papercrafting!


You choose - 6 or 12 hours of croppin'!! Registration for this event is just $45 for a full day or $30 for a half day. (Half day options are 9 am - 3 pm or 3 pm - 9 pm). Registration fee includes refreshments, snacks, meals, a variety of make & take projects and demos, goody bag & prizes! You'll have a whole table of cropping space to yourself and free use of a variety of tools, punches, die-cut & embosssing machines, and cutters. We'll have consultants there from Close to My Heart, Stampin Up, and Sharing Memories to provide any assistance you might be looking for and we'll also have merchandise and catalogues on site should you be interested in doing any shopping.

Registration is first come/first served & SPACE IS LIMITED - so be sure to register early! Payment is required to reserve your seat.

Email Me at csironside@shaw.ca to register. I can take payment by cash, cheque, credit card, paypal, email $ transfer . . . whatever works best for you.

Cancellations: Should you need to cancel your participation for any reason, we will be happy to refund your registration fee as long as we receive notice 2 weeks prior to the crop (by February 26th). Unfortunately we cannot provide refunds for cancellations submitted after that date.

Hope you can join us!!

Spring/Summer 2011 Idea Book Open House

If you are in the Calgary area - I'd love to have you join me at my upcoming CTMH Open House!! Let's celebrate the new Spring/Summer CTMH Idea Book!

Friday, February 11th at 7:30pm
My place in NW Calgary

Get your copy of the CTMH Spring/Summer 2011 Idea Book!

This new catalogue has got to be seen!!!  It blew me away & I can't wait to share it with you all!
As always, gorgeous new Level 1 and Level 2 Scrapbooking papers and My Stickease and gorgeous new accessories and embellishments! Fun new embossed chipboard albums! Of course you’ll also find dozens of new My Acrylix stamp sets!

To make room for the 'new' - I will also have some fabulous retiring products 'On Sale' to shop from!

Just for fun I will have a free Make & Take table so you can get your hands on some of the irresistible products! No need to bring supplies, I'll have everything you need!
Preview & Sign up for my Upcoming Classes!

Refreshments and Snacks provided.

Bring a New-to-me friend & you will both receive a Free Gift!

Door Prizes? Of course! Each attendee gets a raffle ticket just for showing up and another for each $30 in purchases. No Limit! And you'll get bonus tickets for doing the make & take, signing up for classes, booking a home workshop, and more!!

Sound like a good time? Want to attend?

If you are in the Calgary area & would like to attend - Contact Me to be added to my mailing list & then watch for your personal invitation in your Inbox!

February Workshop - BLISS

The Bliss "Workshop on the Go" Kit includes all of the supplies to make the FABULOUS layout and cards pictured above! And you'll have lots of materials left over to create additional artwork (your own or CTMH suggested artwork!)

I offer three Workshop on the Go kit options:

1) Full Kit - exactly as shown - includes Level 2 Paper Pack, exclusive B sized stamp set, full package of our new Irresistables Villa Die Cuts, and a full colour workshop guide. Retail value $36.75 - you pay just $33.50 plus tax & shipping.

2) Less Mess Kit - for all of you non-stampers! Includes Level 2 Paper Pack, Level 2 Stickease Pack, full package of the Irresistables Villa Die Cuts OR Mini Medley Accent Collection of your choice & full colour workshop guide. Only $25.00 plus tax & shipping. (Note - completed layout will not be exactly as shown above).

3) Basic Kit - includes Level 2 Paper Pack and full colour workshop guide. (Embellishments available to order seperately and my stamp set can be used at my Workshop Night). $15.75 plus tax & shipping. (Note - completed layout will not be exactly as shown above).

All of the above Kit options are available to create on your own at home . . . or you can join me at my February workshop night and I can guide you as you create the featured artwork! I WILL ALSO HAVE BONUS ARTWORK (both layout and cards) INSTRUCTIONS AVAILABLE FOR ALL WORKSHOP ATTENDEES (see photos below) - to help you use up the rest of your workshop kit contents. That is a total of two (2 page) predesigned layouts and 6 different card designs!

Monday, February 28th at 7:30 pm


To attend - you must RSVP and pre-order by February 11th!

(All orders of $30 or more will also qualify for my No-Committment Creative Club - - you might be this month's virtual Hostess & earn FREE products with your order! See the details HERE!)


Email Me today to order your kit and/or register for the February Workshop Night!

BONUS ARTWORK for Workshop Participants:

Spring Scrapbooking Retreat in Canmore, Alberta

UPDATE Jan 15th - - THANKS FOR THE AMAZING RESPONSE.  THIS RETREAT IS NOW FULLY BOOKED!!  SEE YOU IN MAY!!

Along with the other ladies from Calgary Crops, I will be hosting a fantastic weekend getaway in Canmore, Alberta!  Scrapbook and papercraft to your hearts' content for 3 glorious days!   We'll be staying at the Best Western Pocaterra - a fantastic location with great amenities and service!  The dates are Friday May 13th through Sunday May 15th, 2011.

Registration is $225 (based on double occupancy) and includes:
- a fantastic goody bag sponsored by the ladies from Calgary Crops
- a variety of make & take projects throughout the weekend
- prizes
- access to 'tool table' (including punches, Cricut, Big Shot, Cuttlebug, CM cutting tools) (Note: use of the Cricut will require your own cutting mat OR a $2 fee for use of our mats for the weekend).   
- deluxe continental breakfasts on Saturday and Sunday mornings
- catered lunches on Saturday and Sunday
- coffee, tea and water
- some snacks & soft drinks
- standard guest room (shared occupancy - please specify & inquire about rates if you do NOT wish to share a room)
- access to hotel amenities including pool, waterslide and hot tub
- high speed internet access
- unlimited access to our fantastic, well-lit crop space
- consultants from Close to My Heart, Stampin Up, Sharing Memories, and Creative Memories on site for assistance and for your shopping convenience!

Registration begins on January 15th, 2011.  Spots are limited - register early!!
$100 deposit required to register, remaining balance of $125 is due on April 1st. 
Cancellations & refunds available until April 1st. 
EMAIL ME at csironside@shaw.ca to register! 

January Workshop - WINGS

The Wings "Workshop on the Go" Kit includes all of the supplies to make the FABULOUS layout and cards pictured above! And you'll have lots of materials left over to create additional artwork (your own or CTMH suggested artwork!)


I offer three Workshop on the Go kit options:

1) Full Kit - exactly as shown - includes Level 2 Paper Pack, exclusive B sized stamp set, full package of our new Mini Medley Accents Black Collection, an all new Spray Pen, and a full colour workshop guide. Retail value $38.25 - you pay just $33.50 plus tax & shipping.

2) Less Mess Kit - for all of you non-stampers! Includes Level 2 Paper Pack, Level 2 Stickease Pack, full package of the Mini Medley Accents Black Collection & full colour workshop guide.  Only $26.00 plus tax & shipping. (Note - completed layout will not be exactly as shown above).

3) Basic Kit - includes Level 2 Paper Pack and full colour workshop guide. (Embellishments available to order seperately and my stamp set can be used at my Workshop Night). $15.75 plus tax & shipping. (Note - completed layout will not be exactly as shown above).

All of the above Kit options are available to create on your own at home . . . or you can join me at my January workshop night and I can guide you as you create the featured artwork! I WILL ALSO HAVE BONUS ARTWORK (both layout and cards) INSTRUCTIONS AVAILABLE FOR ALL WORKSHOP ATTENDEES (see photos below) - to help you use up the rest of your workshop kit contents. That is a total of two (2 page) predesigned layouts and 6 different card designs!

Saturday January 29th at 7:30 pm
To attend - you must RSVP and pre-order by January 10th! 
(All orders of $30 or more will also qualify for my No-Committment Creative Club - - you might be this month's virtual Hostess & earn FREE products with your order!  See the details HERE!)

Email Me today to order your kit and/or register for the January Workshop Night!

BONUS ARTWORK for Workshop Participants: