New Fancy Pants Designs

We just received in 4 new collections by Fancy Pants Designs! Check out these projects using the My Family line and Rusted Sun line:

Magnetic Calendar

March is certainly going out like a lion so why not welcome in April by creating this cute magnetic calendar! All you need are magnets, pebbles, glue, magnetic calendar board, paper, die cuts and/or stickers to complete the look! Come on into the store and ask the staff for assistance in collecting everything you need to make one tonight!

American Crafts Dear Lizzy

This adorable Dear Lizzy line by American Crafts was all the rage at CHA. It's in stock now at Paper Cottage for spring and easter pages. Stop by to see it-it is even cuter in real life. In the meantime enjoy these layouts to get you inspired.

Flower Photo Holder

Back by popular demand just in time for Mother's Day!

Come and make this unique, one of a kind gift for your

Mom, Sister or Friend.

What a cute way to showcase photos!

Saturday, April 24th

10am to Noon

Class fee: $18.00

Teacher: Candace

Wood Flower Bouquet

Just in time for Mother's Day is the adorable Flower Bouquet!

A Perfect gift for that Special Mother or Friend!

Reserve your spot for this class or order a kit to go!

Saturday April 10th

10 AM - Noon $25

888-3966

Teacher: Nicole

New Creative Imaginations!!

Just arrived today ~ new Creative Imaginations - Iron Orchid Designs (IOD) line and Studio Basics 101 - Birthday Bliss!

Card Club

Our ever so popular "Card of the Month" club has completed the 12 card cycle and is starting again. Our first card premiered on Thursday, March 18th. It runs for consecutive 12 months. (March 2010-February of 2011). It is only $15 to join and if you follow all the requirements -you will receive 12 card kits (one per month). Kits are available for pick up the third Thursday of each month or anytime after that- but before the next card is introduced. Each kit comes complete with color photo of project and instructions plus some of the basic supplies. (Kits usually do not include all the supplies - such as some embellishments.) Often we introduce new tools and techniques for you to demo at the store or try on your own. It is a FUN club to join - packed full of ideas and inspiration to last the entire year. It's still not too late to sign up!!
Here is March's card:

and here are variation cards using the same line of papers (My Mind's Eye):

Card Kit to go

Our new Card Kit To Go is available for purchase now in the store. Stop by today to pick up a kit to make these cards ~ we have 2 different kits this week.

These kits are limited so don't miss out!

Welcome Spring!!

Spring is finally here and with it comes EASTER! Yes, Easter is April 4th this year! Come on in and check out the Spring/Easter papers and goodies we've been getting in daily. Here is the newest collection by TPC Studio -

Happy St. Patrick's Day!

Show that the Leprechaun visited your house with a batch of these cookies:

Leprechaun Hat Cookies

1 pouch sugar cookie mix
1/2 cup butter or margarine, softened
1 egg
1 container (1 lb) Rich & Creamy vanilla frosting
1/4 teaspoon green gel or paste food color
24 large marshmallows
24 small (1-inch) chewy chocolate candies
12 small green gumdrops

Heat oven to 375°F. In medium bowl, stir cookie mix, butter and egg until soft dough forms. Roll dough in 24 (1-inch) balls. On ungreased cookie sheets, place 2 inches apart.
Bake 10 to 12 minutes or until edges are light golden brown. Immediately place marshmallow on each cookie. Remove from cookie sheets to cooling racks. Cool completely, about 15 minutes.
In microwavable bowl, microwave frosting on High 30 seconds. Stir; frosting should be a thick spoon-able glaze. Stir food color into frosting, adding more if needed to achieve desired color. Spoon warm frosting over each cookie, coating completely and allowing excess to drip off. Let stand 20 minutes to set.
Roll chocolate candies into ropes. Flatten with rolling pin into 1/8-inch-thick ribbons. Cut into strips with scissors to resemble hat bands; arrange around base of marshmallow on each cookie. Cut gumdrops crosswise in half (reshaping as needed). Press cut side onto hat band. Lift cookies onto serving platter with pancake turner, leaving excess frosting behind. Store in airtight container.

All day today, March 17th in the store, all "shamrock" themed papers 20% off!! Hurry in before the Leprechaun magically makes them disappear!!

QuicKutz Cardz Class - April 15th

Want to impress Mom with a special card handmade by you? Come out and join us for this super fun class where we will make four cards - Mother's Day/everyday cards. One includes a flower bookmark!

Thursday, April 15th from 7 to 8:30pm
Class fee: $15.00
Teacher: Candace
Please Bring: adhesive, paper trimmer, scissors, glue dots, pop dots, glue pen and distressing ink.

Spring is almost here!!

The store is looking so bright and spring-y these days with all the new Spring/Easter product we've been getting in! Here are a couple of layouts and cards using the new Basic Grey - Kioshi line - these papers/embellishments are perfect for any Spring/Easter Projects!!



Card on the left uses a coin envelope that you can place a gift card in. We have lots of different colors of coin envelopes to choose from to match any paper of choice. Come on into the store and get inspired today!!

Multi-purpose Idea.....

Take any type of plastic storage container, fill with goodies, decorate outside of container and give to that "lucky person". The recipient of this gift can use the container over and over again once they've enjoyed your little treat! We have lots of different storage containers to fit your need ~ come in today and get creative!

Top 10 Album Class

Top 10: 7 gypsies album class $23

Sat April 3 10am-12

Teacher: Michelle

Come play with Tim Holtz inks and 7 gypsies board books. In this class you will learn various distressing techniques as well as how to make paper roses. Please bring to class: Distressing inks, lots of adhesive, paper trimmer, 5 4X6 photos and 3 wallet size photos.

New Basic Grey papers have arrived!!

We just received in Basic Grey - Kioshi and Green at Heart Collections

Here is a layout idea using the Green at heart collection:

Card Kit to go

Our new Card Kit To Go is available for purchase now in the store. Stop by today to pick up a kit to make this adorable card. These kits are limited so don't miss out!

Just Arrived in Store!!! New Bo Bunny Collections

Who doesn't love Bo Bunny?? You need to come into the store today and check out what they have created this year, too cute for words!!

Party Idea

For any little girl, Sweet 16 or even Bridal Shower, who doesn’t want to be a Princess for the day!

-laminate the decorative paper piece to make a place mat (you can even add a name)
-cover a chocolate bar (what girl doesn’t love chocolate??)
-make a wand and tie with utensils
-make a crown out of paper and just add ribbon and gems
-do up invitations to match

You can take any of the decorative papers and create your own place mats. Add a name, embellishments of choice and another great idea is if you know or have a child in daycare that has allergies/medical condition, add this to their place mat ~ then laminate your project!

Vampire Greetings

New In Stock- Vampire/Werewolf inspired papers! If you are a Twilight fan here's your chance to document your pre-movie parties and "dazzle" your friends with creative cards.
Stop by the store today to pick these up!

Shortcut Scrapbooking

A brand new class series.... SHORTCUT SCRAPBOOKING

Shortcut Scrapbooking $17

March 23rd 7-8:30

Teacher: Michelle

Get your photos scrapped and in your album in record time. This class will be offered every other month with kits to go offered on the non-class months. Class fee includes the divided page protectors.

Page Kit of the Week - 3/01/2010

Page Kit - March Calendar Kit $11.99

Recipe Of the Week - 3/01/2010

Recipe Kit - Cherry Cobbler $3.99

Measure Equivalents Kit - $3.99