New STS Goodies {August 2013} & a {Freebie}!

It's already August and summer is rapidly coming to an end. I'm sure you have taken a ton of pictures and you are ready to scrap. With school starting right around the corner there is still time to get in plenty of scrap time here on Stuff to Scrap so let's check out what's happening.

Yea for new challenges! Head over to the Current Challenges section to see what the new August challenges are all about and get the August Speed Scraps on your calendar.
This Month I am hosting the Found on Pinterest Challenge.  All you have to do is be inspired by one of the three pictures I posted, scrap it, and post your layout in the gallery and the challenge thread.  You will receive up to 15 pts to Scrap for participating!  They are a great way to get all those summertime pictures scrapped fast. Take a peek over in the CT and Designer Darling Calls section of the forum to see the current calls we have going on, more will pop up over the summer as everyone gears up for fall! And what you have been reading for: The August Mega Designer Collaboration, The Great Outdoors. Camping is always a challenge to get going, an awesome adventure while you're there and a great appreciation of the small things when you return home. Best time to relive those special moments is while you scrap the beautiful pages. The Stuff to Scrap Designers have all been hard at work on the monthly mega collab with contributions from Build a Memory, Designs by Snowlady, Desert Digi-Scrap, Growing Pains Scrapped, JensenMotleyCrew Designs, Shel Belle Scraps, and Scraps by Andrea. You not only get a great kit but a great sampling of the various designers' styles. Check out this gorgeous collection of talent! After playing with this batch of goodies a camping trip doesn't sound like a bad idea. This kit contains: 2 alphas, 2 templates, glitter(styles, sheets, and patterns) , 82 elements, and 21 papers. Just what you'll need to complete the August Mega Kit Challenge! Purchase The Great Outdoors before Thursday, August 7th & you'll receive the matching quick page set for free (a coupon will be included in your download).

With the mention of summer coming to an end there is also change in the air. Seasons of change is our theme for the August Build A Kits!

 

Here's my mini for the August Build A Kit

 

You'll find a whole range of fun paper and element packs to pick up, in this season of change. This marks the second month we've changed up how our sale will work, now all the BAKs will be on sale for $1.00 each until August 7th, after that they will go back to regular prices. After you pick up your August BAKs, head over to the August BAK Challenge to scrap a layout and earn some points to scrap!

The August 2013 Road Trip, Refreshing, has taken off, you'll find all the stops right here. Make sure to check it out soon because each piece is only required to be available for 2 weeks and you won't want to miss out on any of these great freebies. If you're interested in joining in on the September 2013 Road Trip, you can find all the details in the September 2013 Road Trip thread, we'd love to see you! Thanks for reading and happy scrapping!

Anyone interested in a freebie?  I have a new one up for grabs on the Scraps by Andrea Facebook Page.  Here's a preview of Dog Days.

Just like the page to download it.  Happy Scrapping!

New STS Goodies {July 2013}

Welcome to July and the start of new challenges and new fun! Even with it being summer, there's still a lot of stuff going on over at Stuff to Scrap so let's check out what's happening.
First up, we're looking for some hard workers to join the store team! Details are in the flyer and if you're interested, please send us an email at support [at] stufftoscrap [dot] com.

To celebrate the 4th of July holiday the Stuff to Scrap Designers are having a sale! But everyone's sale will be different so you'll need to check out all the designer's stores July 3rd to 4th for some fabulous deals!  My store is on sale for 50% off through July 5th.

Yea for new challenges! Head over to the Current Challenges section to see what the new July challenges are all about and get the July Speed Scraps on your calendar. They are a great way to get all those summertime pictures scrapped fast.
Have you been checking out the competition in Season 4 of the This Scrapper's Got Talent Contest? There are some wonderful layouts being posted, if you didn't get signed up in time you can always play along and post your layouts in the Playing Along thread.
Take a peek over in the CT and Designer Darling Calls section of the forum to see the current calls we have going on, more will pop up over the summer as everyone gears up for fall!
Naturally we have new products galore to show off and first up is the July Mega Designer Collaboration, Moments That Matter. Time passes quickly, but moments last forever & this collaboration will help you focus on the special parts of life. With contributions from Ponytails Designs, Piccolina Designs, Scraps by Missy, Jensen Motley Crew Designs, Busy Crafting Mommy Designs, Crescent Moon Designs, Build A Memory, Hat of Bunny and Growing Pains Scrapped, you not only get a great kit but a great sampling of the various designers' styles.
The kit includes 2 alphas, glitters, 93 elements and 37 papers; just what you'll need to complete the July Mega Kit Challenge, which I happen to be hosting this month! Purchase Moments That Matter before Sunday, July 7th and you'll receive the matching quick page set for free (a coupon will be included in your download).

Time and time again the Designer Darlings at Stuff To Scrap create an outstanding monthly commercial use grab bag! This month is no exception, with the theme of Totally Vintage. This stuffed grab bag has extracted items, paper templates and more. If you are looking to bulk up your commercial use stash, this grab bag is for you!

Make sure to grab the May 2013 Mega Collaboration, Fun and Fancy, it's matching quick page set and the May 2013 CU Grab Bag, Tie It Up or Tie It Down, before they're gone at the end of July!

Summer means lots of favorite things going on & that's also the theme of the July Build A Kits! You'll find a whole range of fun paper and element packs to pick up, from ice cream to gardening. This month we've changed up how our sale will work, now all the BAKs will be on sale for $1.00 each until July 7th, after that they will go back to regular prices. After you pick up your July BAKs, head over to the July BAK Challenge to scrap a layout and earn some points to scrap!

The July 2013 Road Trip, Summer Sunset, has taken off, you'll find all the stops right here. Make sure to check it out soon because each piece is only required to be available for 2 weeks and you won't want to miss out on any of these great freebies. If you're interested in joining in on the August 2013 Road Trip, you can find all the details in the August 2013 Road Trip thread, we'd love to see you!
Thanks for reading and happy scrapping!

New STS Goodies {June 2013}

It's summertime ... at least if you're in the Northern Hemisphere and if you're not then happy winter! With the start of June comes all new challenges, kits and fun over at Stuff to Scrap so let's check it out.
As always there are a lot of ways to become part of the STS family besides being an active scrapper & forum member! Right now we are looking to fill two positions, the STS Newsletter Editor & the STS Advertiser. Both positions will be open until filled & you can check out the details below; if interested please email support [at] stufftoscrap [dot] com, we'd love to hear from you. And remember to keep an eye on the CT and Designer Darling Calls section of the forum for other positions, they pop up all the time.

All the new challenges for June are posted.  I'm hosting the Scraplift a Designer challenge this month.  The layout that I've chosen for you to lift this month is Happy Birthday by Kimberly of Leaving a Legacy Designs.  Did you know that you get points to scrap for each challenge that you participate in at Stuff to Scrap?  After you've accumulated 500 points you will receive a $5 gift card to the Stuff to Scrap Store!

Come on over to the STS forum and check it out.

June is also the start of Season 4 of the This Scrapper's Got Talent Contest! Think you have what it takes to be the next Top Scrapper here at STS? Come join in some friendly competition and get ready to scrap, scrap, scrap! To see the contest details and sign up, please head to the TSGT 2013 Sign Ups thread; participation is only open to the first 100 people to sign up by Saturday, June 15th.

Of course the start of a new month brings new products to the store. First up is the June Mega Designer Collaboration, Capture Life, a kit that's all about capturing those precious little events that happen throughout a person’s life, whatever the occasion. With contributions from 9 designers you not only get a great kit but a great sampling of the various designers' styles. In Capture Life you'll find 81 elements, 36 papers, 2 alphas & 2 templates; just what you'll need to complete the June Mega Kit Challenge. Purchase Capture Life before Friday, June 7th and you'll receive the matching quick page set for free (a coupon will be included in your download).

Time and time again the Designer Darlings at Stuff To Scrap create an outstanding monthly commercial use grab bag! This month is no exception, with the Paper Essentials Grab Bag. This paper making themed grab bag contains everything you will need to create an endless supply of papers for your kits, including things like layered paper patterns and paper textures. You won't want to miss this collection of commercial use items, perfect for rounding out your designer stash.

Make sure to grab the April 2013 Mega Collaboration, Refresh and Renew, it's matching quick page set and the April 2013 CU Grab Bag, Spring Fling, before they're gone at the end of June!

May was the month to celebrate moms and to help you scrap all those wonderful pictures of the leading ladies in your life, the June Build A Kits are here with the theme of Beautiful. You'll find paper packs, elements packs, mini kits and more in this month's collection; purchase 3 or more of the June BAKs in one transaction & use the code JUNEBAK_BUY3_SAVE50% at checkout to save 50% on all the June BAKs in your cart. And after you pick up your June BAKs, head over to the June BAK Challenge to scrap a layout of your favorite lady!

Thanks for looking!

New STS Goodies {December}

I have lots of goodies to show you today! I can't believe that it's December already. Where has 2011 gone?

Let's start with this month's STS Designer Collab. The Stuff To Scrap designers have come together this month to bring you this beautiful Christmas kit. The colors are pretty traditional, but the elements range between elegant to whimsical and the wide variety of papers makes it incredibly easy to scrap all of your holiday photos! This kit contains 2 full alphas, 143 elements, and 113 papers. There is also a 12x12template included. Don't forget the Quick Pages! If you spen $10 or more in the STS store, you can snag them for FREE!
Check out the December BAKs. I didn't have the opportunity to participate this month, but here's a look at all of the awesome contributions. Don't forget to use the coupon code on the flyer to save 50%!
Once again, a terrific monthly Commercial Use Grab Bag by the designers at Stuff To Scrap. This holiday themed grab bag contains 34 total items including both elements & paper patterns/textures (coming in varying formats including jpeg, tif, png, & psd). You won't want to miss this collection of CU items, perfect for any designer's stash.
This great class will help you scrap your daily life on the way to Christmas Day. I'm sure you're thinking you won't have time but included in the class will be 24 templates (both in 12x12 & 8.5x11) to help get your layouts done. In addition, you'll also receive a kit, Pine Cones and Holly Berries, that coordinates with the December Mega Collaboration [releasing December 1]. The class will cost $18.00 & starts December 1st; click on the flier to head over to the forum for the complete details & information on how to sign up!{<--Yep, I totally just snagged this text from the Stuff to Scrap blog!!} The Pine Cones and Holly Berries add-on that you will receive with the class! The STS designer darlings are bringing you a Countdown to Christmas again this year! Stop by the Stuff to Scrap blog everyday to snag each freebie!
Last but not least, here's a sneek peak of my newest kit! Come back tomorrow for it's release, and to grab a few freebies!

Hi all! It's the beginning of the month, so I have some STS news to share with you. First off, I want to show you this SUPER CUTE collab that the STS designers have put together. I picked out the color palette for this one! I love these colors together. I can see a lot of baby girl and baby boy layouts, not just Winter ones, coming from this kit. Take a look at it. All previews are linked to the store.
The whole (HUGE) kit:

The papers:
Just the elements: The QP pack, which is free with a purchase of $10 or more:

Also, take a peek at this month's BAK. The flyer is linked to the store.

Lots of Stuff to Scrap Stuff!

Okay, I'm running a little behind this month, but better late than never, huh! Here's a run-down of some happenings and new products at STS!

First off, you gotta check out this month's mega-kit, Home for the Holidays. From Santa's, to Christmas Trees, to Snowmen, this kit is so big, it's all you need to get through all those winter pictures! This kit contains 108 12x12 papers, 177 embellishments and 1 full alpha. If you spend $10 or more in the store, you can snag the coordinating QPs for free! Next is December's CU Grab Bag. Perfect for the wintery months ahead. Packed full with 14 .png elements, 6 .psd elements, 1 cu friendly text path, 4 .png overlays and 4 .psd overlays.
Now onto this month's BAK. Click on the flyer to check them out in the store. While I didn't participate in this month's BAK, I do have a Christmas kit w/ a similar color scheme coming soon! Keep an eye out for it. :)

Want to try your hand at designing? We are now holding sign-ups for the next Designer Darling Competition. If you think you have what it takes to be a Stuff to Scrap designer sign up now! Go HERE to sign up. And last, but not least there's a Speed Scrap this Thursday! Come hang out in the forum or the chat room with Amy Dane Designs and be prepared for a fun speed scrap!

Here’s a look at the participation prize, a kit (that they haven’t released yet) named Something Beautiful:

Lots of STS News!

Now that iNDSD weekend is over, and I have a minute I want to tell you all about the latest and greatest at Stuff to Scrap! :)

First off, the newest designer collab was released at the beginning of the month. This kit has some rich, bold colors that go with anything Fall and is jam packed of great embellishments. Autumn Harvest contains 97 12x12 300 dpi papers, 138 embellishments and 2 full alphas.
A peek at just the papers:
Here are the Quick pages, 17 in all, that you can get for FREE if you spend $10 or more in the Stuff to Scrap store.
November's CU Grab Bag was recently released also. The grab bag includes 12 .png elements, 1 .psd element, 2 .jpg overlays, 3 .psd overlays, and 1 CU friendly Text Path.
You can find this month's Build a Kit by clicking on the flyer. The color palette for this one is beautiful!
And, last but not least, we want a fresh look for our Speed Scrap Flyers for 2011. Try you hand at designing it! Check out the forum here for details.

Rainbow Bridge Charity Collab

In early September, Katina (aka The Scrappy Kat) lost her poodle, Pepe. Pepe was a rescue dog, and Kat enjoyed his loyal, loving companionship for 15 years!

Most of us can relate to losing a pet, and it is especially heartbreaking to lose one who has been a part of our family for such a long time. As we are not all in Kat's neighborhood to give her big hugs, the designers at STS have decided to give her a virtual hug, but creating a special kit called Rainbow Bridge (poem below) to honor not only the adorable, well-loved Pepe, but all the animals we love and lose in our lifetime. We have dogs, cats, horses; we even have lizards, bunnies, and many other kinds of pets in this kit! With a colorful rainbow palette and a ton of papers and elements showcasing all kinds of pets, this kit is perfect for ALL pet owners! All previews are linked to the store.
The best thing about the Rainbow Bridge kit is that ALL proceeds from the kit will be donated to Katina's local Humane Society. You can check out their website here. And here is the lovely poem that inspired this kit:

Just this side of heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge.

When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge. There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together. There is plenty of food, water and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable.
All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor. Those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by. The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind.

They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent. His eager body quivers. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster.

You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart.

Then you cross Rainbow Bridge together....

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