September 2014 - Blueprints Collection

It's time to meet our Blueprints collection!

A Note from Tricia
If you haven't already noticed, we're working on the transition into our new look! This includes a fresh logo, an updated format in our shopping cart, a brand new gallery and forum, and a relocated blog. Soon, every area of the website will finally be under one roof at clubscrap.com. We can't wait to "move in!" Our projected website switchover will occur after the Lite shipment on the 15th. Please pardon our dust during the transition.

I'm happy to welcome a batch of new members who chose to join us at the Scrapbook Expo in Chicago. We have two more conventions in our near future--Somerset, NJ on September 12-13 and Minneapolis, MN on October 17-18. See you on the road!

What's Ahead?
Our October collection is derived from a combination of many member suggestions. Our team named it Homestead, and we're designing it with a warm color palette featuring a fun splash of color. Jacqueline has chosen a beautiful art style that will inspire your creativity!

Kit and Color Details
The fonts used this month include Draftsman Regular and pwscratchedfont. Use the RGB guide below as a launching point for the colors in your digital designs.

Color	R	G	B
Gold	R232	G177	B14
Blue	R36	G99	B143
Brown	R124	G98	B75
Green	R176	G198	B87

In addition to our India Black and White Pigment inks, we found that Club Scrap's Topaz, Sapphire, Leaf and Earth inks are a perfect match with this collection.

Check back tomorrow for a closer look at the set of fifteen Greetings to Go cards . . . 

. . . and fourteen assembly line pages.

Design away!

Tricia

August 2014 - Cinema Collection

Today is the premier of our newest collection . . . Cinema!

A Note from Tricia
In full disclosure, we are literally obsessed with Retreat. It's always the first round in August that requires an exceptional level of focus from every team member. We're even dreaming about it! Our days are filled with wrapping gifts, double checking supply lists, loading pallets and placing final touches . . . all in the midst of shipping the Cinema collection. The loading dock has been a busy place, and it's fun to see the culmination of so much effort fall into place.

If you're not able to join us for the on-site Retreat, you won't want to miss the Retreat in a Box. It's a phenomenal way to enjoy workshops taught by the same instructors while you work at your own pace from home. Reserve your box today!

Meanwhile, the website team is working feverishly on our total renovation. We've checked in on the progress, and the updates are fantastic.

What's Ahead?
The Blueprints theme recommended by CS member Jodi Brewster is already in full swing. Jacqueline is putting finishing touches on artwork slightly reminiscent of a very popular collection from the distant past . . . Architecture (April, 2002). The color palette is warm and inviting, as it should be!

Kit and Color Details
It was impossible to settle on just one font for this versatile collection, but we narrowed it down to three common styles from the vintage movie era. We used Verve, Bebas Neue, and ArtBrush.

Color	R	G	B
Wine	R138	G89	B121
Aqua	R192	G226	B238
Stone	R180	G173	B167
Metallic Gray	R127	G119	B116

Orchid, Lagoon, Ash and India Black are terrific ink color selections to coordinate with this month's paper collection.

Tomorrow we'll take a closer look at the fourteen layouts and fifteen cards created with your new Cinema kit.

Enjoy the show!

Tricia

July 2014 - Oopsie Daisy Collection

Another terrific kit leaves the warehouse today . . . Oopsie Daisy!

A Note from Tricia
Our member-led summer camp is in full swing in the Community and has been organized by Loree Karan, Ruth Ann Nielson and Pam Butler. Four fun cabins will focus on all crafting interests including pages, cards, projects and digital. Weekly challenges and prizes will be provided. We sincerely thank Loree, Ruth Ann and Pam for their help in keeping us all motivated throughout the summer. It's not too late to register! See you by the campfire . . .

Meanwhile at the mother ship in Neenah, retreat preparations are at peak levels. Brenda is finalizing the last of the purchasing, Deb is already packing gifts and collections, Jac is designing, Karen is working closely with the venue, Kay is taking photos, and I'm writing lots of instructions! Don't miss out on the rich offering of classes this year by taking one of the newly-available spots in August or by registering for the Retreat in a Box. Just $25 will reserve a box for you!

What's Ahead?
Celebrate a summer at the movies with a fun theme suggested by member Chris B. (buechs) -- Cinema. Our focus will be on vintage, classic cinema styles with a cool color palette featuring multiple paper textures.

Kit and Color Details

The sweet, hand-written font featured in the artwork and stamps is called Skinny Chick.

If you like to coordinate colors with the same ones used by our designers in the making of your digital collection, you'll be spot on when using the RGB numbers below.

Color	R	G	B
Grey	R211	G201	B192
Green	R137	G131	B117
Charcoal	R85	G86	B91
Caramel	R200	G135	B53
Eggshell	R247	G237	B202

Our favorite Club Scrap Hybrid Ink colors for your stamping delight include Ash, Sandstone, Moss, Topaz and India Black. We just freshened up our inventory of ink pads and re-inkers, so you can stock up today!

Stop by tomorrow for a preview of the cards and layouts you can create with Oopsie Daisy.

Have a daisy of a day!
Tricia

June 2014 - Picnic Collection

We are happy to present our brand new Picnic collection, shipping tomorrow! (Oh, the agony of the first of the month falling on a weekend.)

A Note from Tricia
Happy anniversary to us! We are overjoyed to launch our 16th year of creating and shipping monthly kits. Let's see . . . that adds up to 181 collections, themes, color palettes, shipping days, etc. I am indebted to my incredible team of staff and contributors and to our enthusiastic, loyal members who have made it all possible. We are looking forward to serving up original collections for another fifteen years!

In honor of this milestone, we have a talented team working on some major updates to our website, chat forum, gallery and member involvement areas, as well as a fresh look/logo. A project of this magnitude will take a few more months to complete, but we know it will be worth the effort. Please take a moment to ensure that you have copies of any artwork posted in the galleria that you would like to keep.

What's Ahead?
Our theme for July's collection was born after the color palette was chosen. Our very own Brenda Nejedlo begged until she was blue in the face to get her Oopsie Daisy theme. (Our whole design team was pretty excited about it, but we didn't let on.) The shades consist of mellow neutrals and the cheerful artwork is going to make you smile. I wonder if we can get Brenda to make some cards.

Kit and Color Details

This month's font is BigelowRules-Regular. The intricate, whimsical detail of the theme pairs well with the bold, simplistic images in the kit.

Our design team used the following RGB numbers to create the collection. If you like making digital projects, here are your color profiles:

Color	R	G	B
Light Blue	R152	G190	B219
Dark Blue	R0	G154	B204
Light Green	R205	G213	B101
Dark Green	R130	G122	B74
Light Pink	R247	G195	B202
Dark Pink	R178	G74	B114

If you want to stamp some art out, try these coordinating ink colors . . . 

Club Scrap

Leaf, Moss, Fuchsia, Lagoon, Carnation, India Black

Clearsnap

Fluid Chalk - Olive Pastel, Lime Pastel, Blue Lagoon

Classic Pigment - Magenta, Baby Blue, Moss Green, Cyan Blue

Ranger

Adirondack - Pesto, Lettuce

Tsukineko

Memento - Pear Tart, Summer Sky, Angel Pink, Rose Bud

VersaMagic - Spanish Olive, Tea Leaves, Pixie Dust

VersaColor - Pale Blue, Petal Pink, Cyan, Bamboo, Magenta

Stewart Superior

Chalk - Hazy Magenta

Memories Pigment - Alligator, Cotton Candy, Pomegranate, Celestial Sapphire

Memories Dye - Blush, Crimson, Soft Baby Blue, Chartreuse, Olive

Palette - Reflection Blue, Toile Pink

Stay tuned tomorrow for highlights of this month's cards and layouts!

Tricia

May 2014 - Dungarees Collection

Overall, we're quite thrilled with our newest arrival . . . Dungarees!

A Note from Tricia

It was on June 1, 1999 when we shipped the very first Club Scrap collection to 45 daring members. We are looking forward to celebrating our fifteenth anniversary with you and have some very special plans in the mix. Be sure to keep up with the latest festivities on the blog and join in the fun!

We had a blast at the Milwaukee Scrapbook Expo last weekend. We welcomed a group of new members into the fold while reuniting with some great gals who joined us last year. Nearly 100 students took our Efficient Scrapbooking workshops!

The monthly birthday swap for our June babies is in full swing. Join us and use your card stash to spread some birthday cheer to your fellow scrapping friends! And did you know it's National Scrapbooking Month? Stop in the Coffeehouse to see last year's daily challenge thread, and be sure to check the blog on Saturday for this year's challenge.

What's Ahead?

I don't know about you, but everyone here at Club Scrap is ready for a summer Picnic! We're so glad Janet M. suggested this cheerful theme for the month of June. You should have all of your ALSB pages assembled just in time to commemorate your fun outdoor plans for the season. The collection papers will include bright, happy colors with four unique paper textures. (In full disclosure, smooth is a texture.)

Kit and Color Details

This month's fonts are DK Koerier and Kraskario.

These are the RGB numbers used by our designers in the making of your Dungarees collection.

Color	R	G	B
Cream	R232	G221	B187
Dark Blue	R52	G87	B120
Light Blue	R128	G174	B209
Russet	R184	G102	B76
Kraft	R192	G165	B126

Here are a few coordinating inks for your rubber stamping enjoyment . . .

Club Scrap

Sapphire, Sandstone

Clearsnap

Classic Pigment - Sky Blue, Peacock, Roussillon, Dune

Fluid Chalk - Blue Iris, Creamy Brown, French Blue

Ranger

Adirondack - Denim, Terra Cotta, Mushroom

Tsukineko

VersaColor - Paprika, Polar Blue, Atlantic

VersaMagic Night Sky, Aegean Blue, Brick Red, Wheat

Stewart Superior

Memories Pigment - Gingersnap, Planetarium,

Memories Dye - Midnight Blue, Sand

Chalk - Gentle Sepia, Gauzy Beige

Palette - Haystack, Prussian Blue

Let's meet back here tomorrow for more information and highlights about your new kit!

April 2014 - Hydrangeas Collection

The long-awaited Hydrangeas collection is leaving the warehouse today. Check out this beautiful color palette:

A Note from Tricia
We've barely caught our breath after returning from Columbus, and I'm heading "up North" on Thursday for scrapbooking camp at Fort Wilderness. Then, we're off to the Milwaukee Scrapbook Expo and the Great Lakes Mega Meet in Novi, MI. If you're thinking of signing up for a workshop, don't hesitate! I'm so happy to welcome our new members hailing from the Buckeye State!

I'd like to thank our long-time member, Staci Brightwell, for the inspiration behind this month's beautiful Hydrangeas collection. Jacqueline provided her downright magical design genius to the concept, and we were able to get our hands on some beautiful textured papers . . . an increasingly difficult task. So far, our team is having a blast "playing" with the kit. (It's a tough job, but someone has to do it.) I'm looking forward to seeing what you create with this beauty! Now, if we could just get spring to cooperate . . .

Congratulations to those of you completing eight weeks of Boot Camp and your efforts to finish those pages, cards and projects. We are eager to reveal the beautiful new collection we've created to celebrate this accomplishment! The kit will be released to Boot Camp participants on Sunday, and to all on Tuesday, April 8.

What's Ahead?
Denim and zippers and rivets, oh yeah! Next month's Dungarees collection is perfect for the boys and men in your life. And perfect if you like comfy jeans. And perfect if you have photos of people wearing jeans. In other words, it's going to be perfect! Look forward to deeply textured papers in warm, earthy colors.

Kit and Color Details

This month's featured font is Realize My Passion.

If you enjoy creating digital artwork and would like to duplicate the colors our designers used this month, here they are:

Color	R	G	B
Purple	R118	G87	B141
Green	R188	G209	B156
Blue	R152	G190	B219
Yellow	R255	G224	B137
Brown	R157	G114	B65

Stamping enthusiasts, you'll have success coordinating with the following ink colors:

Club Scrap

Amethyst, Earth, Sandstone, Lagoon, Moss

Clearsnap

Classic Pigment - Sky Blue, Heliotrope, Daffodil

Fluid Chalk - French Blue, Wisteria

Ranger

Adirondack - Eggplant, Pesto, Espresso

Tsukineko

VersaColor - Narcissus, Pale Blue, Grape, Sage, Violet, Sky Blue

VersaMagic - Thatched Straw, Concord Grape, Aloe Vera, Gingerbread

Memento - Summer Sky, Bamboo Leaves

Stewart Superior

Memories Pigment - Purple Velvet, Powder Puff Blue, Pistachio

Memories Dye - Straw, Lavender, Brown

Palette Hybrid - Burnt Umber

Check back tomorrow to view the pre-assembled pages and Greetings to Go collection. We've had some fun with this one!

March 2014 - Trees Collection

Wave hello to your new collection for March . . . Trees!

A Note from Tricia

I'm still basking in the post-expo glow following my return from Texas. I go through an interesting cycle of emotions that coincide with every scheduled show. Have we thought of everything and packed well? Will the materials ship and arrive on time? Will people register for our workshops or stop in at the booth? Will my flights run on schedule?

Par for the course, Delta called on Wednesday to let me know that my Thursday morning flight to Texas had been canceled, so I packed and left for the airport that evening. Fortunately, I arrived safely on Thursday morning along with all of the booth materials and my awesome helper for the weekend, Jane McAshan.

My favorite part of the whole experience is teaching our Efficient Scrapbooking workshops. The response from students is invigorating and affirming. The process completely changes the way people feel about their craft. They leave the classroom empowered, encouraged and inspired. And that is what it's all about. This works. It really works. And it brings me such joy to be able to help people approach their scrapbooking with confidence.

We are so happy to welcome our new Texas area members to the family. Our next stop is at the Columbus, Ohio, Memories Expo. Have we packed well? Will the booth supplies ship and arrive on time? Will my flights be on schedule? And so we begin again . . .

What's Ahead?
We're all beyond ready for the blossoms of springtime. Soon the Hydrangeas will be in full bloom. Prepare for fresh, clean colors and another great batch of specialty textures in this cheerful collection.

Kit and Color Details
This month's featured font is Sheila. (This is not available as a free font.)

If you would like to select the same RGB colors our designers used for your digital elements, here they are!

Color	R	G	B
Light Green	R205	G213	B101
Dark Green	R129	G136	B60
Beige	R221	G192	B168
Brown	R103	G89	B91

We suggest coordinating your stamped artwork with the following ink colors:

Club Scrap

Hybrid Ink Leaf, Moss, Earth, Sandstone

Clearsnap

Classic Pigment - Moss, Chestnut, Lava Black

Fluid Chalk - Lime Pastel, Dark Brown

Ranger

Adirondack - Mushroom, Espresso, Pesto

Tsukineko

VersaColor - Sand Beige, Pinecone, Bamboo,

VersaMagic - Sahara Sand, Tea Leaves, Key Lime, Jumbo Java

Memento - Pear Tart, Rich Cocoa

Stewart Superior 

Memories - Pigment Alligator, Ancient Earth, Pistachio, Mink

Memories Dye - Apple, Sand, Chestnut

Palette - Landscape, Burnt Umber, Haystack

Check back with us on Monday to view the Greetings to Go and ALSB pages. We're looking forward to a wonderful month!

February 2014 - Big Deal Collection

Welcome to your new collection for February . . . Big Deal!

A Note From Tricia
With the first of the month unfortunately falling on a Saturday, your kits are prepped and ready to leave the warehouse on Monday morning. May they land on your doorsteps quickly!

Today is opening day for Boot Camp registration. We look forward to offering the inspiration and companionship needed to accomplish your crafting goals for 2014. My favorite part of this boot camp is that it doesn't require push ups, sit ups, or long morning runs. You'll just be sweating it out in your crafting space!

We're packing and gearing up for our first Scrapbook Expo in Grapevine, TX, on February 21-22. I'll be teaching a series of three Efficient Scrapbooking workshops and look forward to meeting up with several members at the show. Be prepared to welcome some newbies to the fold!

With the migration of monthly membership processing to the shopping cart completed, we continue to work on a few of the challenges created by our unique business model. (With-kit orders, membership add-ons and amendments are apparently not typical in most monthly clubs.) Phase three of our website maintenance is about to begin. This includes an overhaul of the Community Forum, revisions to the "Join" landing page, and a major update to our Gallery. These improvements are absolutely critical as the current software is no longer supported after serving us well for the past decade. Please pardon our dust during the remodel.

What's Ahead?
With winter's fierce grip on the nation, we're beyond ready for signs of spring. We plan to celebrate the upcoming budding season with a theme suggested by member Jodi B.--Trees. With the neutral tones and images of the collection, subtle textures of the paper, and the handmade specialty stock we've ordered, you'll want to build a nest for this kit!

Kit and Color Details
This month's fonts include Hopfer Hornbook and Summertime.

If you happen to need the coordinating RGB colors to help you create digital designs, this should get you started . . .

Color	R	G	B
Red Pearl	R178	G76	B101
Ivory	R242	G236	B213
Tan	R255	G206	B173
Yellow	R255	G230	B83
Grey	R101	G93	B92

And for our rubber stamping crowd, the following inks are recommended:

Club Scrap
Topaz, Ruby, Sandstone, India Black, Ash

Clearsnap
Classic Pigment - Magenta, Ochre, Merlot, Ruby Satin, Sepia Black
Fluid Chalk - Warm Red, Yellow Cadmium, Alabaster

Ranger
Adirondack Mushroom, Espresso, Cranberry

Tsukineko
VersaColor - Raspberry, Vanilla, Pinecone, Magenta
VersaMagic - Wheat, Thatched Straw
Memento - Rhubarb Stalk
Brilliance - Sunflower Yellow, Pearlescent Poppy

Stewart Superior
Palette - Haystack, Moulin Rouge
Memories Dye - Straw, Sand
Memories Pigment - Pomegranate, Ancient Earth
Memories Chalk - Honey Mustard, Quiet Yellow, Hazy Magenta, Delicate Rose

We have much to discover about Big Deal. Stay tuned on the blog for more articles, ideas and creativity to come throughout the month!

January 2014 - Graffiti Collection

Welcome to your new collection for January . . . Graffiti!

A Note from Tricia

2014 promises to be an exciting year as we will be hitting the road for another expo tour! We'll be teaching our popular "Efficient Scrapbooking" workshops and hosting a full booth at shows within a drivable distance. (We are still trying to decide when a distance is "drivable.") You can view our show schedule in the new calendar on the sidebar of the blog. Locations include Texas, Ohio, Wisconsin, Michigan, Virginia, Illinois and Minnesota. See you on the road!

Thank you so much for your patience and support as we've implemented several new changes during recent months. There will certainly be a time of transition as we become more comfortable with the new membership processing work flow. Please don't hesitate to contact us if you need some guidance along the way.

What's Ahead?

The theme for February was inspired by a collaborative effort of the CS Design Team as well as suggestions from several members. A collection of warm tones is central to our Big Deal theme where we will celebrate the history of family game night by featuring vintage game boards and playing cards. We are also including four unique paper textures!

Kit and Color Details

The featured fonts this month include Subway NewYork Std and Rolina. (Note that the Subway NewYork Std is not a free font.)

For our digital scrappers, here are the RGB numbers for the collection.

Color	R	G	B
Green	R212	G232	B56
Orange	R255	G117	B51
Pink	R205	G80	B144
Yellow	R255	G221	B60
Blue	R45	G88	B167

If you're an avid stamper, you'll want to know the recommended ink pad colors from various manufacturers.

Club Scrap

Neon Orange, Topaz, Tangerine, Sapphire, Peridot, Fuchsia, White Pigment, India Black

Clearsnap

Classic Pigment - Frost White, Canary, Orange, Magenta, Black

Fluid Chalk - Lime Pastel

Ranger

Adirondack - Pitch Black

Tsukineko

VersaColor - Black, Canary, Orange, Opera Pink, Lime

VersaMagic - Midnight Black, Cloud White

Memento - Rose Bud, Tangelo, Dandelion

Stewart Superior

Memories Pigment - Yield, Tango Mango, Celestial Sapphire, Licorice

Memories Dye - Canary, Blue Black, White

Palette - Paris Lights, Orangerie, Claret, Chartreuse, Noir Black, New Canvas White

Stay tuned for more Graffiti news tomorrow and all month long!
Tricia