Anthologies

2011-12-27T13:42:00.000-06:00

The credit belongs to the man or woman who is actually in the arena…who strives valiantly, who knows the great enthusiasms, the great devotions, and spends himself or herself in worthy causes. Who, at best, knows the triumph of high achievement and who, at worst, if he or she fails, fails while daring greatness so that his or her place shall never be with those cold and timid souls who know neither victory or defeat. Teddy Roosevelt

We're Knitting with Mary Jane!

2010-12-08T10:01:00.000-06:00

Come and learn the basics of knitting with knitter extraordinaire Mary Jane Robilliard! On two nights from 7 until 9 pm - December 8th and December 22nd.
What to bring? Please visit your local Hobby Lobby store and bring with you a skein of kitchen cotton yarn and a pair of knitting needles US size 9 or 10. That's it!

This class is $30 and will be a blast!

Ring in the New Year!

2010-12-02T15:21:00.000-06:00

NEW YEAR'S DAY CROP!

Come join us for the first scrappy day of 2011!! We'll crop from noon until midnight,have a great free Make n' Take for our croppers as well as lunch and dinner with snacks in between! We'll draw for door prizes all day, too! January 1, 2011! Can you believe it! We're already booking for this event.... so get together with your friends and call today - only 10 seats left! This crop runs $45 and don't worry.... we'll provide the black eyed peas!

It's So Nice to Spend Time Together......

2010-11-30T15:18:00.002-06:00

Come with your young one and be their artist's assistant while they make this precious mini book for the 'Worlds Best Grandparents'!

$25 per book will reserve two seats for you and your little artist! This project has been created specifically for children ages 6 -12. This special class will be held on Saturday, December 11th from 10 am until noon.

Make your reservation today!

Color Wash Artist's Workshop featuring Bree Stanley!

2010-11-28T15:15:00.003-06:00

Ready to make a mess...... A creative mess you will truly cherish???? Let's do it! In this class we will take a plain canvas messenger bag and turn it into a one of a kind piece of Mixed-Media art. Each bag will be 100% different. YOU choose the color. YOU choose the phrase. This will be all yours. You will learn lots of new techniques including dying fabric with Color Wash, faux bleaching, using found objects to stamp, "Gangsta sewing", making hand dyed flowers, wire forming, doodling and much much more. You'll also learn a fun way to use those random letter stickers you know you're holding on too ;) Come join me for some painty inky fun.

PS: Leave your pretty clothes at home for this one.....Spray ink stains. Old clothes are a MUST! Unless u like wearing your heART on your sleeve :)
Create what makes you happy!!!!!
Bree Stanley
Http://stampsscraps.blogspot.com

This class will be held on Saturday, December 11th from 1 pm until 5 pm. Make your reservation today!!!

Becca's Been At It Again!

2010-11-26T15:15:00.000-06:00

Come by and take a look at our latest creation... and just in time for Christmas! A beautiful, nostalgic piece to pass from generation to generation - you don't want to miss out on 'Our Family Recipes'!

This one comes with some additional options that you may want to add ...

Add On Kit #1 - This kit will include 20 additional recipe cards + the pages to accommodate these cute custom cards.

Add On Kit #2 - This one will include six 8 x 10 matching layout pages for your 'Mealtime Memories'.

The base price of the book is $55.
Each of the add on kits runs $20.

Come see us!

Home for the Holidays!

2010-11-04T22:25:00.000-05:00

Oh my! It's certainly looking alot like..... that's right!!! Christmas and Holiday 2010 begins Friday, November 5th at Anthologies! You won't want to miss all the new projects as well as something new - our Santa's Workshop will give you the opportunity to get those small-ish gifts out of the way in one Creative Buffet! Come and see!

Also, come and meet our new friend Bree Stanley. Bree will be holding a Guest Artist Workshop both November 17th and December 11th and be making quite the artsy mess here at Anthologies! If you live outside the box and color outside the lines you'll want to check out her workshop 'Create What Makes You Happy'! Check it out!

Open House for Holiday 2010 will be Friday and Saturday from 10 am until 5 pm. We'll have a free mini-book Make 'n Take for everyone and the first 25 people to sign up for classes will receive a paper pack of the new Christmas lines! Come see us!

SIMPLY GORGEOUS!!!!

2010-10-16T14:37:00.000-05:00

The perfect table center piece for your Thanksgiving table! This trio of pumpkins is Simply Gorgeous! Light and feminine surfaces achieved by you through a series of washes and glazes - the perfect combination!

All handmade flowers in a variety of materials embellish these beauties! Come let us show you how to D-I-Y! This project available for you during any Creative Buffet class time - Tuesday mornings, twice every Thursday and some Saturday mornings....

Bubble, Bubble....

2010-09-30T15:59:00.000-05:00

Toil and Trouble!

This cute, cute new Halloween set has been released for purchase! Minibook for Halloween along with cute 'house' bookends. Either the set or just the minibook --- you decide! Is that a light on in the window???

Don't forget.... Not one but TWO free Make n' Takes on Saturday from 10 am until 5 pm! The one year anniversary of Anthologies!

Where were you one year ago? Are you in the picture below? Come visit us on Saturday, October 2nd from 10 am until 5 pm for the festivities!

Come See Us Friday and Saturday!

2010-09-13T22:58:00.000-05:00

We are burning the midnight oil getting ready to release Fall and Halloween and man-o-man are the projects awesome! Layouts... Door Decor... Canvas' (what's the plural for canvas?).....Table decor.... loads and loads of great new stuff!!!

Have you been wanting one of those beautiful flower bib necklaces? Well, we've got just the class for you! I've been watching these on the web and people are charging hundreds of dollars for them! Come take a look at ours! What a great class to take and then you can make these for all your friends for Christmas!

Come on by Friday and Saturday from 10 am until 5 pm for our Open House. We'll have the cutest Make n' Take going on and door prizes all day! Also, be sure to enter our grand prize drawing - one entry for each class purchased! A one night stay at the lovely Hyatt Place in Hurst and dinner at Italiannis Restaurant--- a great little get away for some lucky winner!

Here are a few more of our Fall and Halloween projects that we'll be unveiling Friday morning at 10 am!

Fall is beautiful and Halloween is spooky! Come see us!
Don't miss it!

Back To School Never L@@ked This GOOD!

2010-09-09T20:24:00.000-05:00

April, Becca and Lori have really outdone themselves! Come by to see the 'Back To School' class projects!
They are AB FAB! Here's some pics of the new projects.... you won't want to miss!

School Days Memory Book

School Days Minibook

School Days! Is a keepsake book holding 14 years (that's right! 14!) This wonderful memory book is a generous 12" high and every year is a large envelope to hold those treasures you'll keep. Come by and see to appreciate it - truly a lifetime keepsake!

First Day Layout

Off To College!

Here's a couple of peeks at more 'Back to School'!
And, we've not forgotten those 'Off to College' big kids!

Touching all the new stuff is fun!

2010-09-02T19:03:00.000-05:00

Really! Come on by and touch all the new back to school and fall paper collections!

We're Havin' a Blast!

2010-08-31T11:08:00.001-05:00

Glass Mosaic class was a blast here yesterday! We had a full house both sessions and loads of great designs were created... the best part that there were many, many original designs inspired and created! A big thanks to Wendie Lunsford for sharing her passion and we look forward to the 'Glass 2' classes on September 20th.
If you missed out on this introductory class and still want to get in on the fun,
call the store and we'll see if we can't put together
another intro class. Just let us know if you are interested! Check out Wendie's work at www.wrightoutofthebox.com

We've Been Punked!

2010-08-07T17:28:00.000-05:00

STEAMPUNK DEBUTANTE is in the house!

Come and feast your eyes on the latest from Graphic 45!

Steampunk = the intersection of technology and romance....

It's beautifully finding a way to combine the past and the future.

Come see us!
Nita

AUGUST IS BIRTHDAY MONTH!

2010-08-05T14:47:00.000-05:00

We're celebrating the pups first birthday all throughout August! We started with the 40% off sale on select items .... still going on and we'll be adding items every week - so come by and see what you can't live without!

The extra added bonus is the FREE MAKE 'N TAKES EVERY SATURDAY! That's right... every Saturday we've planned a cute, cute make 'n take and they are all 4 precious and you won't want to miss even one!!!
Make 'n Takes will run from 10 am until 5 pm -- come see us!

Make it a Beautiful Day!
Nita

August Scrapstasher's List!

2010-07-30T08:39:00.002-05:00

Hello everyone! My August Scrapstasher's meeting is being held this Mon. 8/2 & Tues. 8/3. This month's meeting is all about RIBBONS & FIBERS & TRIMS...I have some great ideas and fun projects to share with you! I hope you will join me!

"What to Bring":
Lots of Ribbons & Fibers & Trim Scraps
(if you mainly have spools, then bring a variety of 6 to 8 in. pieces)
Two 8 1/2x 11 in. sheets of white cardstock
Glue dots
Tacky Tape or Sheet
Stapler
Tacky Glue (Zip Dry or Fabritac)
Small Wood Frame (I used one of those$1 chunky wood frames at Michaels)
Foam Brush & Paint
Scissors

If you would like to reserve a seat, please call Anthologies at 817-282-2622.

Keep Creating,
Miss Tracy :)
www.luv2cre8joy.blogspot.com
www.anthologiesbyme.com

Curiouser and Curiouser!

2010-07-28T19:16:00.000-05:00

iT's hEre! IT's HeRe!!!

Come by today to see the new Graphic 45 'Hallowe'en in Wonderland! Alice never looked so good!

Fun With Your Junior Artist!

2010-07-25T20:09:00.000-05:00

Come join us on Wednesday the the last 'Mom and Me' of the summer!

Choose a project just perfect for your little 'Me'. Call the store today to book your seats for Wednesday, July 28th - 10 am until 12:30. There's a girly choice as well as a not-so-girly choice! Mom and Me is $25 per child.

Calling all Stasher's! - JULY

2010-07-02T10:02:00.002-05:00

Hello fellow Stasher's! Can you believe we are already halfway through 2010...unbelievable isn't it?!?! I hope everyone is enjoying their summer so far and I am really looking forward to creating with you once again. I have a really fun project planned for you...it will be a great way to preserve some of those Summer memories that you are making this year....and better yet, you'll have "Double the Fun" with this project because it can be used in two different ways! Here is the list of items that you will need to bring with you to our meeting:

"What to Bring":
Chipboard - six 5x7 pieces
(if you don't have chipboard, you can cut up cereal boxes, shoe boxes, etc.)
Cardstock - seven 5x7 pieces (can be assorted colors if you like)
Printed Papers - bring a variety of Summer(they don't have to be themed papers , they could just be summer colors)
Summer Photos/Embellishments/Ephemera- (optional - could be added later)
Alpha's that spell out SUMMER - you could cut these on your cricut, stamp them, use Thickers or Chipboard Alpha's, etc. It would be great if they were about 2" to 3" tall.
Large Eyelets - 12 coordinating colors
Cropdile or other eyelet setting tool
Coordinating Ribbons - 3 or 4 different ones that go well with your papers.
Ball trim - (trim with poms hanging on it; six 5 in. pieces, they can be various colors or the same...it's up to you)
Twine - 1 yd.Coordinating Buttons - various colors and sizes
Shredding Scissors (if you have them)
Adhesive
Glue Dots
Pop Dots
Diamond glaze or Glossy Accents / foam brush
Scissors
Stapler
Cat Eyes (or small ink pads for inking edges of papers)
A couple of your favorite border punches

I will supply all the rest...We're gonna have a great time gals! Please let me know if you have any questions.

If you haven't reserved your spot, please call the store at (817) 271-8230 to sign up.

See you next week!
Miss Tracy :)
http://www.luv2cre8joy.blogspot.com/
http://www.anthologiesbyme.com/

Calling all Scrapstasher's!

2010-06-03T18:12:00.007-05:00

Have you heard???? Yes...the secret is out....this month we will be having our 2nd annual Super Stasher Page Swap! You will leave this swap with 4 unique double 12x12 lo's. That's right 8 pages!! Better yet, you will be leaving with your same papers so this way you can bring in the types or themes of paper that are best suited for you and your pictures! Please do your best to get to the store a little early so that we can start on time. This is always such a fun event! So take a few deep breaths and check out your beloved "what to bring" list:

"What to Bring":
It's very important that you have ALL of your PAPER pre-cut and ink your edges (inking is optional) prior to coming to our meeting. These pages have been designed to show you how to use multiple printed papers on 1 lo. Collections and Double-sided papers will work great because they are already coordinated for you.

Layout #1:
Cardstock A - two 12x12 in. sheets Base Pages
Cardstock B - three 2x2 in. squares
Cardstock C - three 1 1/2 in. squares
one 6x6 in. piece
Printed A - one 4x12 in. piece
one 3x12 in. piece
Printed B - one 6x8 in. piece
Printed C - one 4x6 in. piece
one 4 1/2 x 5 in. piece
Printed D - one 5x7 in. piece
one 3x12 in. piece
Printed E - one 4x5 1/2 in. piece
Printed F - one 8x12 in. piece
Printed G - one 3x12 in. piece
Various Prints - three 1in. circles (use a circle punch, can be a little larger than an inch)

Layout #2:
Cardstock A - one 12x12 sheet of cardstock (base page)
Printed A - one 12x12 sheet of cardstock (base page)
Cardstock B - two 4 1/2 x 6 in. pieces
Cardstock C - one 5x7 in. piece
Cardstock D - one 4 1/4 x 5 3/4 in. pieces
- two tags 5 1/4 x 2 3/4 in. (shipping tags would work great for this too)
Printed B - one 6x12 in. piece
Printed C - one 4 x 5 1/2 in. piece
Printed D - one 4 1/2 x 6 1/2 in. piece
Printed E - one 4 x 5 1/2 in. piece
Printed F - one 4 x 5 1/2 in. piece
two 1x6 in. strips
Printed G - two 1x6 in. pieces
Printed H - one 4x4 in. piece

Layout #3:
Cardstock A - one 12x12 sheet (Base Page)
one 6x8 in. piece
Cardstock B - one 12x12 sheet (Base Page)
one 4x4 in. piece
Cardstock C - one 4x6 in. piece
eight punched 1 3/4 in. circles (little larger or smaller is okay)
Cardstock D - one 4x4 in. piece
Cardstock E - one 1 1/2 x 12 in. piece (use a border punch down one side of this strip)
Printed A - one 6x12 in. piece
one 2x6in. piece
Printed B - one 2x12 in. piece
one 8x12 in. piece
Printed C - one 6 1/2 x 9 in. piece
one 3x6 in. piece
Printed D - one 5x7 in. piece
Printed E - one 5 1/2 x 7 1/2 in. piece

Layout #4:
Cardstock A - one 12x12 sheet (Base Page)
two 4x6 in. pieces
one 1x12 in. piece
Cardstock B - one 12x12 sheet (Base Page)
Cardstock C - one 5x7 in. piece
Printed A - one 6x12 in. piece
Printed B - one 8x7 in. piece
one 4x3 in. piece
Printed C - one 5x4 in. piece
one 4 x 6 1/2 in. piece
Printed D - one 4x12 in. piece
one 2x12 in. piece
Printed E - three 1 1/2 x 4 in. pieces
Printed F - one 4x12 in. piece

Other items to bring:

LOTS of ADHESIVE!
Pop Dots
Paper Distresser (if you have one)
Hole Punch or Cropadile (if you have one)

Please clip or bag up the cut pieces and have them seperated by LO...also, please write your name on the back of each Base Page. This will ensure that your pages get back to YOU!

If you have any questions, please feel free to email me at cre8joy@sbcglobal.net and I will be happy to help!

HaPpY CuTTinG!
Tracy :)

Are You Staying Up Late?

2010-05-30T17:40:00.000-05:00

Monday night at midnight magically turns into June 1st! The new Anthologies Connection kit will be available for purchase EXACTLY on June 1st!

We really are happy with the June kit - 'Take Flight' and we are so excited about the creations that the Design Team have come up with for your inspiration!

We're even more excited to have a guest designer for June - Janet Hopkins from House of 3! You'll def want too check out her creations with the 'Take Flight' kit!

Also included in this month's kit are some wonderful digital design elements from House of 3 and if you have not played in this digital/hybrid area this would be a great
opportunity to try your hand!

We are so thrilled to have Janet take time out to spent some with us and you'll want to be sure to check of www.houseof3.com for more inspiration from Janet, Heidi Swapp and Rhonna Farrer. FYI - we also incorporate Hof3 images into some of our classes and projects - so watch for those as well!

You can get your 'Take Flight' kit at www.anthologiesbyme.com - navigate to the Anthologies Connection site from our home page and voila! You are there!

Make It A Beautiful Day!
Nita

"Take Flight" June Kit Sneak Peeks...

2010-05-25T21:21:00.005-05:00

Hi Everyone-- June 1st is almost here...and we have another wonderful product kit for you! The "Take Flight" Kit is full of creative potential! Here are a few sneak peeks...

Our fabulous Design Team did an outstanding job with this kit and their creations will be posted in the DT Gallery on June 1st. Several of them have sneak peeks of their projects posted on their personal blogs. To find their blogs, please visit the website at www.anthologiesbyme.com.

Keep Creating,

Tracy :)

'Take Flight' Is Coming!

2010-05-25T11:23:00.003-05:00

Only 6 days left until the new Anthologies Connection kit is available on line!

Here's a sneaky peeky for the June 1st kit!

On exactly June 1st this fab kit will be available for you to order at www.anthologiesbyme.com
and navigate to the Anthologies Connection from the home page and you're there!

That's my buddy Skylar in the photo! He's the bomb!

Stay tuned for more sneaks coming your way and 'Take Flight' will be taking off on June first!

Calling All Scrapstasher's!!

2010-04-29T07:31:00.004-05:00

Hello fellow Stasher's! I am really looking forward to our meetings this month. I have a fun, memorable project in store for you this month that is sure to please YOU, MOM, GRANDMA, AUNTIE, etc ...and as we all know...April showers bring May flowers...so I will teach you another couple of fun paper flower techniques too! I hope you like your list this month...ready or not...here it is!

"What to Bring":
Printed Papers (something that make you smile):
please bring a variety of printed papers that coordinate; cut them into 6x6 squares; bring a minimum of 8 squares

Cardstock (colors that coordinate with your printed papers):
please bring five 12x12 sheets and one sheet of White or Cream colored Cardstock

Border Punches
Package of Alpha's (like thickers, chipboard, etc.)
Coordinating buttons
Coordinating Ribbon Scraps
Stickles (colors of your choice)
Cat Eyes (small ink pads that coordinate with your papers)
Two 1 or 1 1/2 in. binder rings
Stapler
4-6 small to medium size brads
Bone folder or scoring tool
Paper Trimmer
Scissors
Journaling Pen
Glue Dots, Pop Dots
Regular Adhesive, Liquid Adhesive
Glossy Accents or Diamond Glaze
Foam Brush

For Flowers:
Please bring printed papers in the following dimensions:
one 2x12 in. strip
one 6x6 in. square
one 8x8 in. square

Please let me kow if you have any questions. If you need to verify your class reservation, please contact an associate at the store at (817) 282-2622. Have a great weekend! Hope you will come and see us at Anthologies on Saturday to celebrate Nat'l Scrapbooking Day!

Happy Scrapping,
Tracy :)

Hot Metal Mama's

2010-04-24T21:44:00.002-05:00

Calling all Hot Metal Mama's! If you are attending our meetings this week, please bring a few of your favorite stamps with you to class...they can be any kind of stamps (words, sentiments, background stamps, line stamps, etc.) and if you have some StazOn ink pads, please bring those too. This will help eliminate a lot of wait time during class....ThANkS SO MucH! We are going to have a great time! I will be teaching you some fun ways to incorporate your stamps with metal and I also have a fun Cuttlebug technique to show you too! See you soon!

Hot Metal Mama's WOO HOO!
Tracy :)

April Scrapstasher's Projects

2010-04-14T22:24:00.008-05:00

As promised...here is a look at our most recent Stasher's projects. I want to thank everyone who attended our April Scrapstasher's Meetings! It was truly amazing to see our "plaine jane" terra cotta pots transformed into wonderful Garden Art! The project this month was a perfect solution to using up all of our paper scraps and learning just how fun and simple it is to create with unexpected items like torn book pages, music papers, fabric and other found treasures. Stashers this month also learned how to create some fantastic flowers out of their paper scraps. Here are pictures my creations and some that were created by Stasher friends!

Make plans to join us next month for our Scrapstasher's Anonymous Meetings! Come and let me show you how to have "SuCeSS with your ExCeSS" stash! Contact Anthologies at (817) 282-2622 to reserve your seat today!

Keep Creating,

Tracy :)

Free Mini-book class this Saturday!

2010-04-14T19:32:00.002-05:00

Free mini-book class going on this Saturday from noon until 5 pm! The perfect home for those Easter pictures or for those new beautiful spring pics yet to come! Come by and make your super cute mini-book - these sweet books will be available while supplies last.

Reservations will be required. Please call the store and book your seat for Saturday! Here's how this will work --- we'll start at noon and go until 5 pm. There will be 5 class sessions for you to choose from. You can make your reservation for the noon, 1 pm, 2 pm, 3 pm or 4 pm time slots. This class for the 5 page mini book will last about 45 minutes and you'll need to bring your basic stuff... like always! Freebie is available in limited quantities and on a first come, first served basis and one per customer please! Call and reserve your spot and time at 817-282-2622 today!

In addition, while you are in the store, be sure and register for our drawing! Saturday and Sunday only drop your name in and 2 lucky winners will go home with our one of a kind kit - Tres' Chic - from the Anthologies Connection. Registration with purchase and limit one entry per customer, please.

Make it a Beautiful Day!

Nita

Free Mini Book Class Saturday, April 17th!

2010-04-14T19:12:00.001-05:00

Free mini book class going on this Saturday from noon until 5 pm.
The perfect home for those new Easter pictures that you've taken as well as those new beautiful spring pics yet to come.
Come by and make your super cute mini book - these sweet books will be available while supplies last!

Reservations will be required, please call the store and book your seat for Saturday! Here's how this will work - we'll start at noon and go until 5 pm. There will be 5 class sessions for you to choose from. You can make your reservation for noon, 1 pm, 2 pm, 3 pm or 4 pm time slots. This class for this 5 page mini book will last about 45 minutes and you'll need to bring the basic stuff --- like always!
Freebie is available in limited quantities and on a first come, first served basis and one per customer, please. Call and reserve your spot and time at 817-282-2622.

In addition, while you are in the store be sure to register for our drawing! Saturday and Sunday only drop your name in and two lucky winners will go home with our one of a kind April Kit from The Anthologies Connection - Tres' Chic. Registration with purchase and limit one entry per customer, please.

Make it a Beautiful Day!

Nita

Project of the Month!

2010-04-06T07:33:00.002-05:00

Here is a look at our Project of the Month for April! It is a beautiful card designed by Susan Tidwell. It features paper from Jillibean Soup and some of the new Tim Holtz dies by Sizzix. We have the product list and instuctions on how to create this card available for you on the Anthologies website at www.anthologiesbyme.com. Just click on the Project of the Month link. Enjoy!

What the heck is this kit club thing?

2010-04-01T20:38:00.002-05:00

We've been asked this question alot today.... so shame on us for not doing a good enough job explaining ourselves!

Q: What's in this kit and why do I want it?
A: The kit each month will be different products and will be a collection that is hand selected to provide a box full of creative potential for many lovely designs. These designs may be whatever you want them to be, and all of the content coordinates beautifully.

Q: No really, what's in this kit?
A: April's kit is built around Prima's Shabby Chic collection and the kit contains all of these papers as well as coordinating cardstock, embellishments, several surfaces, embellishments, flowers, buttons, ribbons, etc - all selected to go together. Did I mention embellishments?
Q: So, what will I do with it?
A: Actually, you can make anything you want with it. However, we provide a multitute of ideas. These ideas are provided in the form of our online Design Team Gallery. For example, for the April kit there are 77 different projects pictured in the gallery. You can browse through for inspiration or you can print off the ones you like best and copy them! That's what they are there for! Really! In addition, we have some of these projects on display at the store if you are in the area and want a closer look!
Q: How much does this kit thing cost?
A: Every month will be different, just like the content will be different- April's kit is $44.99
Q: How can I get this?
A: Go to http://www.anthologiesbyme.com/ - click on the 'Anthologies Connection' link and go from there.

If this peaks your interest and you have any other questions, please feel free to contact us at the store at 817-282-2622. We'll be happy to answer all of your questions!

Make it a Beautiful Day!
Nita

Anthologies Connection revealed tonight!

2010-03-31T17:42:00.004-05:00

The Anthologies Connection for April will be revealed tonight! 12:01am to be exact! You will see the full kit and be able to view our fabulous Design Team Gallery! Simply go to the Anthologies website at http://www.anthologiesbyme.com/ and click on the Anthologies Connection Link. Don't miss out...the April Connection is limited and available only while supplies last! Here's another peek...

Calling all Scrapstasher's!!

2010-03-31T10:23:00.011-05:00

Spring is in the Air and it's time once again for our monthly Scrapstasher's meetings! I'm currently experiencing a pretty major attack of "Spring Fever"...what about you?? I just love the colors of Spring....green grass, budding trees, and beautiful blossoms! Keeping that in mind, I have some great projects in store for you this month...just in time for Spring! I also have some a couple of fabulous flower making techniques that I will be sharing with you!

Please call the store to verify your sign up and let them know if you cannot attend. We have several on the waiting list and want to accomodate everyone that can come. If you have any questions about the list, please email me at tracy@anthologiesbyme.com. I look forward to creating with you next week! Here's your list...

2 Flower Pots (any size you like, terra cotta or ceramic is fine)
Various Printed Paper Scraps (can coordinate or be random pieces...your choice)
6 printed paper strips (1x12 inches - can be different prints or the same print)
2 printed paper pieces (6x6 inches - can be different prints or the same print)
Foam Brushes
Mod Podge
Paint (couple of different colors)
Glimmer Mist and/or Stickles that coordinate with your papers
Small Ink Pads or Distress Inks (ex. cat eyes, dew drops, etc.)
Lots of coordinating buttons

Coordinating ribbon/trim to go around pots
Tacky Glue (ex. Zip Dry or FabriTac)
Scissors
Black fine tip marker or journaling pen
**Optional** Bring in some torn pages from an old book or music papers

Make it a beautiful day!
Tracy :)

Another Connection Peek...

2010-03-30T22:31:00.003-05:00

Let the Anthologies Connection countdown begin...4 more days...

2010-03-28T20:19:00.007-05:00

April 1st is quickly approaching! As we count down the days, I will post a few project sneaks created by the the tremendously, talented designers on the Anthologies Connection Design Team! Remember that the Anthologies Connection for April will be available to purchase on Thurs. 4/1 at 12:01am. Kits are limited so don't delay! You may purchase them on the Anthologies website at http://www.anthologiesbyme.com/ .

Here are your first set of peeks...The April Connection is fabulous and the Design Team has done an amazing job on their April projects. You will be able to view all of their fabulous creations on April 1st in the Connections Design Team Gallery which is located on the Anthologies website. Hope you enjoy the peeks!

Have a beautiful day!

~Tracy~

SPRING FLING STARTS FRIDAY!

2010-03-11T11:30:00.000-06:00

We can't wait to show you all our new creations! Twenty, that's right...20 brand new projects for your classes! All the beautiful new collections are going out on the shelves to be ready for you Friday morning... come and meet your friends at Bayley's for breakfast and then tottle on over around 10-ish! We'll be ready for you! Be sure to watch for the plastic eggs hidden throughout the store.... on the spot prizes for the lucky people that find them!

We'll be here Saturday as well having just as much fun! The Make 'n Take is precious and we're using the new colors of Glimmer Mist from Tattered Angels!

See you this weekend for loads of 'springy' fun!

Nita

Introducing the NEW Anthologies Design Team!

2010-03-06T08:00:00.001-06:00

Hello Anthologies Family!

I am so pleased to announce to you that the NEW Anthologies Connection DT has been selected! After reviewing over 100 submissions, Nita and I have chosen our top pic's based on unique style and creative innovation! I feel certain their projects will offer great inspiration for you! The online DT Gallery will be uploaded and ready to view on the website on April 1st when we launch the first Anthologies Connection product kit. We will aslo have some of the Dt projects on display in the store for you to enjoy!

I want to thank everyone that sent in a submission! I hope you will try again when we have our next call which will be in about 6 months.

Please help me welcome our new team!

Sandy Hubbard - Racine, West Virginia
Lori Camperlengo - Colleyville, Texas
Jing-Jing Nickel - Roseville, Minnesota
April Hummert - Euless, Texas
Rebecca Turner - Colleyville, Texas
Lisa Houpt - St. Cloud, Florida
Erica Hofstetter - N. Richland Hills, Texas
Michele Brooks - Valparaiso, Florida
Jennifer Yates - Flower Mound, Texas

In addition, our internal Design Team/Instructors will be rotating in on a monthly basis and creating projects for the Anthologies Connection Kit.. These are the folks that Design & Teach for us in the store.

Tracy Pounds, Creative Director
Susan Tidwell
Rhonda Merry
Anna Dixon
Elaine Howell
Aaron Gwaltney

Welcome aboard... now go forth and create!!
Tracy :)

FREE Project!

2010-03-05T22:53:00.003-06:00

Anthologies will now offer you a free online project each month! This month we have designed this adorable Spring Tag! It was created using the Jenni Bowlin Pennants...so cute! You will find the project "how to" on the website at www.anthologiesbyme.com. Hope you enjoy it!

Calling all Scrapstasher's!

2010-02-24T20:52:00.006-06:00

It’s time for our March Scrapstasher’s Meetings! I’m really excited about our project this month! We are going to Re-Use, Re-Cycle, Re-Invent and CREATE something FaBuLouS!!
We currently have waiting lists on every session (4 in all) so please call and let the store know if you cannot attend, so they can offer your seat to someone that is patiently waiting to get in. Okay, ready or not?!?! Here is your “Beloved” What to Bring List!

Please bring the following:

1 T-shirt that has writing on it (something that can be cut up and has lots of words on it)
1 Cereal Box (preferably empty..haha)
4 Used Dryer Sheets (be sure to bring used ones and if you have some extras to share that would be great)
3 coordinating Printed Papers (12x12)
3 coordinating Cardstock Papers (12x12 – these can be different colors)
2 or 3 paint colors that coordinate with your papers
Foam brushes
Stickles (any of the clear ones…such as diamond, crystal, etc.)
Liquid Adhesive
Regular Adhesive
Black Journaling Pen
Buttons/Jewels (a small selection of coordinating ones)
2 or 3 pieces of ribbon or trim (these can be scraps)

Coordinating Ink Pads (cats eyes, dew drops, etc.)
Glimmer Mist (couple of your favorite colors)
6-8 small to medium size flowers
Scissors
Trimmer

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at tracy@anthologiesbyme.com . We are going to have such a great time creating together! Can’t wait to see you again!

Find joy in the journey…
Tracy :)

So So Proud of YOU!

2010-02-24T20:43:00.007-06:00

I just want to send a "Shout Out" to everyone that attended the You=Joy SBIAD Workshop this past week. You incredible ladies did such an amazing job on your albums! Susan, Rhonda and I truly enjoyed every single moment of it and we hope you did too! As promised, I have posted your personal pic's that I took on my blog at http://www.luv2cre8joy.blogspot.com/. I hope you enjoy them!

For those of you who didn't get into the workshop, don't worry...we will be having more throughout the year! Thanks again ladies...luv ya!

Tracy :)

We're OPEN!

2010-02-23T09:28:00.002-06:00

If you are attending the Scrapbook in a Day Workshop today, come on in! We are here and ready to create with you! Roads are fine in our neck of the woods!

See you soon!
Tracy :)

Have you heard??... the Anthologies Connection is coming this Spring!

2010-02-13T19:22:00.011-06:00

Nita and I are so excited to announce that Anthologies is launching an online Kit Club called the Anthologies Connection! The first Kit will be revealed and available for sale on April 1st! For those of you who don't know, Anthologies is a fabulous Paper Arts store located in Hurst, TX (Dallas/Ft. Worth area). We pride ourselves in being the ultimate destination to shop, crop and create! We are currently searching for Design Team candidates for the new Anthologies Connection. Submissions will be accepted until 2/28/2010.

All interested applicants will need to provide the following:

1. Your full contact information: name, phone number, email address, and mailing address.
2. Tell us why you want to be a part of the Anthologies Team and where some of your work has been published.
3. Provide a full list of your current design commitments. This would include other Design Teams, Kit Clubs, Featured Guest spots, Instructor positions, etc. *We prefer those who are not currently on a design team affiliated with a retail store.

4. Provide us with a link to your blog and online galleries.

5. Send pictures of the following projects that have been uniquely designed by YOU:

• one layout

• one card

• one altered item

If selected, you will be contacted by Tracy Pounds, the Creative Director at Anthologies. DT members will receive an Anthologies Connection kit each month from which they will be expected to create 4 projects. More details will be made available once selected. We ask for an initial six month commitment which can be extended if both parties agree.

Please submit your entries/info to tracy@anthologiesbyme.com.

If you have any questions, please contact me via email.

Let the submitting begin…
Good Luck!
Tracy :)
Creative Director, Anthologies
http://www.anthologiesbyme.com/
http://www.anthologiesbyme.blogspot.com/

Calling all Scrapstasher's!

2010-02-05T09:47:00.005-06:00

Well it is time once again for our monthly Scrapstasher Meetings! I have a fun project designed for you this month! ...a bonus project too! I have the list posted below. If you have any questions, you may email me at tracy@anthologiesbyme.com.

We currently have several on the waiting list, so if you reserved your seat and know you cannot attend, please contact the store so we can offer your seat to someone else. Due to the high demand for this class, in March, we will be having 4 class offerings. Please contact Anthologies at (817) 282-2622 to reserve your seats.

"What to Bring" List:

* one Tin Container similar to the ones I have pictured here...the one with the clear front is a Maya Road tin that originally had chipboard pieces in it. I thought it would be a great idea to recycle it for a different use. I have several of these. If you need one, please email me. I will mark with your name...first come, first serve. Anthologies has some of the small silver tins available for sale if you need one. They are holding them back specifically for Stasher's so just ask at the register and they will get one for you.

* 3 Printed Papers that have a Valentine feel to them or have colors that remind you of Valentine's Day.

*3 sheets of coordinating Cardstock. Each needs to be a different color.

*Variety of coordinating Ribbons/Trim.

*Variety of small coordinating buttons & brads.

*Your favorite border punches & flower punches. If you don't own any, you may use what I have in the studio.

*Coordinating Ink Pads such as "Cat Eyes" or dew drops to ink the edges of your papers with.

*Trimmer and Scissors

*Regular Adhesive, Tacky Tape, Glue Dots, Pop Dots, and Zip Dry or other liquid adhesive.

I will be providing you with a few other goodies related to your bonus project!...so fun....can't wait! I'm really looking forward to creating with you next week! See you then!

Make it a Beautiful Day!

Tracy :)

Some funny stuff.......

2010-02-04T10:24:00.001-06:00

CHA-2010-Winter - Day 4 and Final!

2010-01-29T18:43:00.003-06:00

The fourth and final day.... lots of 'celebrity' video on this one. We had so much fun planning for you for spring and summer - we can't wait for it all to start coming in!

Enjoy!

CHA - Winter - 2010 - Day 3!

2010-01-29T14:30:00.004-06:00

OMG! Keep watching... lots of info as to what is to come as we move into spring and summer!Also, some exciting information about things to come you won't want to miss! Check out our upcoming link to 'Tim's Tips'. We captured some good demos from Tim Holtz that you'll be excited about and we'll let you know how to get to them soon. Stay tuned and there's one more super exciting video yet to come.

CHA-Winter 2!!

2010-01-26T22:31:00.004-06:00

Okay, now you can get some clues as to what you will be seeing in the spring!

BTW - they don't let us bring it all home in our suitcases ... it will be springtime before orders begin to arrive..... but it will be worth the wait!

Thanks, Aaron for the great job on posting up the video for us!

CHA - Winter - 2010

2010-01-25T17:01:00.003-06:00

Come along with us and enjoy our first day on the floor at CHA - we have bought such wonderful things already and can't wait to share them with you all!

Check back tomorrow for more pics from day two and some surprise celebrity sightings.... you'll be glad you did - it will give you some insight as to what to expect to find in Anthologies come spring!

You do equal J-O-Y~!

2010-01-23T22:18:00.004-06:00

That's certainly the case with our new release - Scrapbook In A Day - You = Joy

This truly beautiful project will be created on two dates only - February 20th and again on February 23rd.

As of last count just a few minutes ago, we have 7 of these beauties remaining. Call Anthologies N-O-W~ 817-282-2622 and reserve your spot today!

Sneak Peeks...

2010-01-22T11:40:00.003-06:00

Get ready Hot Metal Mama's...great new molds are headed our way from Ten Seconds Studio!!! Here are a few sneak peeks of samples that I made for them to take to CHA. Very soon we will have all of the new Big Daddy Molds and the new Kabukas at Anthologies! ...you will love the new designs! not to mention the awesome new metal colors that are coming...will show you some peeks of the new colors later this week along with lots of other great pic's from CHA so STaY TuNeD to the blog!
Check out the fabulous Bingo Card...
This medallion on the center of this card is one of four designs which are all on one mold...BEAutiful!

There is also a design mold now that has various words on both sides so that you can use them independently or together...all in various fonts! Look how cute the Create is...

And who could resist this awesome new mold that features GEARS in all shapes and sizes...too cute!!

Gotta go for now...off to pack for CHA! Keep watching the blog for more great Sneak Peeks!

Happy Creating,

Tracy :)

and the WinNeR is...

2010-01-16T16:32:00.003-06:00

CoNgrAtuLatiOns Joni Lawrence!

You have won the drawing for the "Frosted" surprise!

Your prize will be waiting for you at Anthologies...EnJoY!!!

and for those of you who didn't figure it out...

the masked employee playing in the snow is ....KriStyN!

Who Loves Their LSS??

2010-01-15T13:31:00.001-06:00

...Cosmo Cricket wants to know!

Check out their contest on their blog at http://cosmocricket.typepad.com/

You can nominate your favorite indepent retailer and they have great prizes!

Decisions about winning stores and contributors will be made on Monday ... so login today and comment about what you love about your LSS (that would be us)!

Here's a sneak peek on the new Cosmo lines we'll see next week at CHA!

Have fun and make it a Beautiful Day!

Nita

"Who could this be ?!?!" Contest

2010-01-12T20:27:00.002-06:00

Last chance to post a guess...Who do you think this Anthologies employee is? Everyone who posts a CoRReCt guess will be entered into a drawing for a "frosted" surprise! I will be drawing the lucky winner this Friday...so post away!!! Thanks to all who have posted

your guesses already! Your names have been entered in the drawing. Good luck to all!

Tracy :)

Weather!

2010-01-07T10:21:00.002-06:00

Please note that in the event of inclement weather, we follow the closings of HEB ISD. For non-school days, we will post a weather closing here on the blog.

We close on bad weather days for the safety of our employees - thank you for your understanding.

In keeping with this policy - we will be closed today, January 7, 2010.

Thank you for your understanding and stay warm!

Nita

New projects revealed today!

2010-01-06T07:57:00.002-06:00

Today is the day you've all been waiting for...Our newest feature "Unforgettable" is revealed today! Come by and check out all of the latest and greatest Class offerings and see all of the new Winter and valentine paper collections! We will also have a cute M&T for you to enjoy and some yummy refreshments! Hope to see you!

Tracy :)

The greatest compliment I've ever gotten!

2010-01-02T21:58:00.004-06:00

I was so surprised when at tonights crop my dear friend Laura Stacey showed me the layout she created after the opening weekend at Anthologies! Take a look -that's our shopping bag she's used for the background!

Wow! What a fabulous thing to see!

Thank you Laura for sharing this with me and thanks for letting me share it with all our friends here at Anthologies!

Nita

Unforgetable!

2009-12-31T19:41:00.001-06:00

It's almost here! Our new innovative Winter and Valentine feature will be unveiled on Wednesday, January 6th - 10 am until 9 pm. You won't want to miss the opportunity to once again be first to see the unique, one of a kind projects for you to create at Anthologies!

Just a sneak - peek here ....

Fifteen new projects for you to choose from for your Valentine gift giving or just for yourself! Come see us Wednesday..... it'll be 'Unforgetable'!

Nita

Calling All Scrapstasher's!

2009-12-30T10:06:00.002-06:00

Hello fellow Stasher's--

As most of you know...I broke the sacred code last month and told you what we will be doing for this month's Scrapstasher's Meetings. But for those of you who don't know, we will be having a

ScrapStasher Page Swap!
We will be creating 4 double lo's!
That's right, 8 pages my friend!

Here is how it will work. When you come to the meeting, I will have 4 groups of tables set up. Each group will work on 1 specific double lo (designed by me). Now in order for this swap to be successful and stress-free, it is extremely important that you bring your papers already cut in the dimensions that are provided for you below. You will assemble your pages and I will collect them. When everyone is finished, you will receive a lo from each group and walk away with 4 unique double lo's. Woo Hoo!

Here is your "What to Bring" list:

This is what you will need for 1 lo...please bring 4 sets (because we will be making 4 lo's). Put each set in a bag or paper clip them together so that you don't get them mixed up.

two sheets of 12x12 cardstock (base pages)
two 3x12 pieces of printed paper A
two 6x6 pieces of printed paper B
one 4x12 piece of printed paper C
two 5x7 pieces of cardstock A
one 4x12 pieces of cardstock B
2 coordinating cat eyes or ink pads

Additional items:
paper trimmer
(each group will make some additional cuts to the papers depending on that specific lo)
adhesive, adhesive, adhesive...you will need lots!
pop dots

If you have any questions, please let me know. Our Scrapstasher Page Swap is sure to be an AwEsoMe event and a great way to kick off the New Year! If you have not reserved your seat, then please contact the store immediatelyat (817) 282-2622. Also, for those of you who have reserved your seat, please let us know if you will not be able to attend so that we can provide your seat to someone else.

I look forward to creating with you next week!
Tracy :)

Merry! Merry!

2009-12-24T09:38:00.004-06:00

Well, we have made it! Christmas is here and if you haven't bought it, baked it or wrapped it by now..... chances are it will not be missed!

The weather here in Texas has made one of it's dramatic swings and yesterday I was in short sleeves and working on my tan, today I am seeing those little snow flakes on the weather forcast on my iPhone and numbers like 3... and 9. A typical weather swing for us here in this great state! But, I personally embrace it! It's Christmas for goodness sake and it is supposed to be cold! Right? So enjoy!

Anthologies will be closed for 2 days so that we can all enjoy time with our families and friends and we hope that you are doing the same. We will be back on Saturday the 26th for those of you holding new Anthologies gift cards and can't wait to see you. But meanwhile enjoy your holiday and God bless us every one!

Nita

Calling ALL Scrapstasher's!!

2009-12-02T21:57:00.004-06:00

Hello fellow Stasher’s!
I am posting the list for our December meetings a little early so that you have plenty of time to pull your goodies together for this month’s SuPEr FuN creation! Please review the list carefully…ready or not…here you go!

“What to Bring” List:
*Please bring 12 sets of the following papers: (that’s right…12 sets). Don’t worry, you will LoVe this FaBulOuS project! These paper groupings can be very different in style and colors…and they will be perfect to cut out of your scrap papers. It will help if you paper clip each set so they don’t get all mixed up when you bring them to our meeting.

1 – 3x5 in. piece of printed paper
1 – 5x5 in. piece of cardstock
1 – 3x4 in. piece of a different color cardstock or printed paper that coordinates with your other papers
1 – 6 to 8 in. piece of coordinating ribbon, ric rac, or other fibers

(Remember...12 sets of each)

*Other items that you will need to bring:

1 used CD case (I used my daughter’s old Hannah Montana CD case)
Several assorted buttons (varying sizes)
Adhesive (such as a tape runner)
Glue Dots
Zip Dry
Coordinating Cat Eyes (aka chalk ink pads) – this is optional
Stapler
Scissors
Trimmer
Black Journaling Pen

I will provide you with another “mystery” item when you come to class! Now, promise me that you won’t stress out choosing your papers…just use up all those scraps you’ve been building up in your stash. If you have any questions regarding the list, please contact me at the store (817) 282-2622. I look forward to creating with you this month!!!

Scrappily Yours,
Tracy :)

You're Invited!

2009-11-18T21:34:00.002-06:00

Calling all Scrapstasher's!

2009-11-06T08:03:00.002-06:00

This is just a friendly reminder that our November Scrapstasher's meetings will be held next Mon. 11/9 from 6:30p-8:30p, Tues. 11/10 from 10a-Noon, and Tues. 11/10 from 6:30p-8:30p. I have a scrap-happy project for you this month! Here is the list of items that you will need to bring with you to the studio:

"What to Bring" List:

*one 8x10 or 11x14 canvas
*6 sheets of printed paper (bring a variety of patterns)
*several small to medium size buttons that coordinate with your papers
* black paint & foam brush (if you want, you may paint your canvas prior to coming to studio)
*one 12x12 sheet of black cardstock
*coordinating ink pad (like a cat's eye or dew drop pad)
*glue dots
*adhesive
*tacky tape
*zip dry or other liquid adhesive
*paper trimmer
*scissors

If you have any questions regarding the list or need to verify your Scrapstasher class date, please contact us at Anthologies (817) 282-2622. Have a wonderful weekend and I look forward to creating with you next week!

Scrappily Yours,
Tracy :)

Thanks for a fabulous Halloween!

2009-11-01T16:36:00.009-06:00

Well, we had a blast at Anthologies on Halloween!

We took pictures and did a very fun Make n' Take and had a great and fun crowd all day.

We had pooches, humans and even Big Bird show up for the festivities!

For those of you who couldn't come see us yesterday, here's a peak at the craziness and cuteness you missed.....

If you didn't get by this weekend, you'll want to make the trip to see the fab new fall and thankful projects that are new and now available for Creative Buffet classes.

Come see us! Fall and Thankful projects are selling now .... you won't want to miss out!

Nita

THEY'RE BAAAAAACK!

2009-10-28T12:07:00.001-05:00

...and just in time for those last minute Halloween tricks....uh, I mean treats!

Come on by!

Don't forget our Halloween festivities on Saturday, October 31st from noon until 4 pm. We'll be taking your picture with your little goblins, printing on the spot, and you can do our creepy make 'n take and take it right home with you! The price on the make 'n take is only a goulish $5.

Wear your costume, come for a treat and beware of our crazy bunch when you get here! (Don't worry... nothing too scary for the kiddos!)

Nita

Carving Out Memories!

2009-10-19T16:04:00.005-05:00

Pumpkins come and pumpkins go, but a Jack-O-Lantern steals the show! Halloween is quickly approaching... and very soon you will be "Carving Out" some memories of your own. Consider creating this 12x12 double layout to preserve those wonderful memories. This layout is a feature class at Anthologies and you may create it on any of our Creative Buffet dates (see calendar at www.anthologiesbyme.com).

While you create, you will also learn about Coredinations color-core cardstock and learn some embossing & distressing techniques. You must reserve your class kit at least 24 hours in advance of your selected Creative Buffet date.Call Anthologies to reserve your class kit today at (817) 282-2622.

You've been Boo'd!!

2009-10-16T18:34:00.007-05:00

What a great time we had at our October Scrapstasher's meeitngs! Thanks to all who attended! It was so much fun creating our "You've been Boo'd" treat containers together! If you would like to know more about Scrapstasher's and how to become a part of this creative group, please visit the website at http://www.anthologiesbyme.com/ or contact the store at (817) 282-2622.

We used cute papers, ric rac, and a "boo"tiful felt spider (a die cut at Anthologies) to alter Crystal Light containers...Pringles containers work great too! The container will be filled with treats and the "You've been Boo'd" poem with instructions on how to keep the Boo'd chain going. I posted the poem below for you.

"You've Been Boo'd"
The air is cool the season fall

Soon Halloween will come to all

The spooks are after things to do

In fact, a spook brought this to you

"BOO" is a shield from the witching hour

Just hang it up and watch its power

On your front door is where it works

It wards off spooks and scary jerks

The treats that came with crypted note

Are yours to keep, enjoy them both

The power comes when friends like you

Will copy this and make it two

Then others here among our friends

Will give warm fuzzies that do not end

We'll all have smiles upon our face

No one will know who "BOO'ed" whose place

Just two short days to work your spell

Or a big zap will strike your tail

And don't forget a nifty treat,

Like something cute or something sweet

Please join the fun, let's really hear it

And spread some "BOO's" and Halloween spirit.

To keep the Boo’d chain going…

1. Enjoy your treat.

2. Within 2 days, fill the container with special treats

3. Secretly deliver to 2 neighbors/friends

Happy Haunting to ALL!

Tracy :)

Scrapstasher's "What to Bring" List for 10/13 & 10/15

2009-10-12T15:55:00.004-05:00

Hello Stasher's!

We have decided to post the Scrapstasher's "What to Bring" list here on the blog each month. If you have signed up for Stasher's, then simply print this list and bring these items with you to class. We will be meeting at our new home, Anthologies! ..and I am so SuPeR ExCitEd about that! I have a fun project in store for you this month. It's sure to create a little haunted happiness for you and your friends! Here are the items that you will need to bring to class.

"What to Bring" list:
1 or 2 plastic containers (I used a tall Crystal Light container)
3 or 4 printed papers (halloween themed or halloween colors)
ric rac (in a coordinating color)
ribbon (bring 2 different colors)
2 small brads (green, purple or orange)
2 coordinating cat eyes (ink pads)
stickles (any of the clear colors like diamond, crystal, stardust, etc.)
adhesive
1/4 in. tacky tape
glue dots
zip dry or other liquid adhesive
cropadile
scissors
trimmer

I will supply you with a couple of other fun items for your project. Please contact the store if you have any questions regarding the items on the list. I look forward to creating with all of you!

Have a wonderful, creative day!

Scrappily Yours,
Tracy :)
http://www.antholgiesbyme.blogspot.com/
http://www.luv2cre8joy.blogspot.com/
Come and "Create Joy" at Anthologies...

Scrapstasher's News Flash !!!!

2009-10-10T20:00:00.003-05:00

Due to the overwhelming response and the number of sign up's for Scrapstasher's Anonymous next week......We have added an additional meeting to accomodate more Stasher's! Yeah!! You may now reserve a seat on Thurs. 10/15 from 6:30p-8:30p. Please call Anthologies at (817) 282-2622 to reserve your seat today!

When you reserve your seat, please give us your email address and we will forward you the beloved "what to bring" list. I look forward to creating with you next week!

Scrappily Yours,
Tracy :)

Antholgoies is OPEN!!!

2009-10-04T10:00:00.007-05:00

Yeah!! We are finally OPEN!! What a joy it has been to see SO many old freinds and make SO many new freinds the past couple of days at Anthologies! Thank you so much for your love and support of the store....and for your patience with the long lines on opening day!

We still have some Grand Opening festivities happening today...so please come by and see us! We will be open today, Sun. 10/3 from 1p-6p and we have some great Make & Takes for you to create, great demo's for you to watch, and you will definitely enjoy checking out all of the great new product that Anthologies has for you! We also have some yummy appetizers and refreshing beverages for you to enjoy too!

Be sure to check out all of our upcoming Halloween and Fall class projects while you are there. I can't wait to begin teaching again...our first class is this Tuesday! Yeah!

Have a great day and remember... Stay true to your passion -- Keep Creating!

Joyfully Yours,

Tracy :)

Open, open, open!

2009-09-18T21:13:00.015-05:00

Like the old Kohl's ads.....

I've just got one word for what's going on at Anthologies right now........Squeal!

Check out a little bit of what's going on behind all that brown paper and we'll see you on October 2nd at 10 am!

Call me!

2009-09-15T16:38:00.004-05:00

I've heard that you may believe that all of the spots for the October Studio Sessions are filled..... NOT!

The dates that there is not a seat left in the house are:

October 2nd and 3rd - we are full

October 30th - we are full

The rest of the October sessions still have some open spots - so don't delay.....call today!

Also, check out our web site for detailed information about classes, calendar and a bit more about Anthologies. http://www.anthologiesbyme.com/

See you October 2nd!

It's a Beautiful Day!

Nita

News Flash! News Flash!

2009-09-12T23:24:00.003-05:00

Come and play with us!

I am happy to announce we will be holding our first ‘Studio Sessions’ beginning on October 2nd!

So, what’s a ‘Studio Session’? These are the wonderful Friday and Saturday night events that you know as ‘crops’.

Beginning at 10 am on Monday, September 14th we will begin to take reservations for ‘Studio Sessions’ for October only. This will include the Studio Sessions during our Grand Opening weekend October 2nd and 3rd.

Here’s how the reservation process will work:

1) You must call Anthologies at 817-282-2622 to make your reservation.
2) You will need to call beginning at 10 am on Monday, September 14th.
3) Prior to opening the store on October 2nd, we will only take reservations for the Studio Sessions in the month of October.
4) If you are making reservations for a group, please plan on paying for the entire group when you call.
5) We will take a waiting list for each Studio Session

Info about Studio Sessions:
Friday and Saturday nights will be ‘Studio Sessions’ here at Anthologies. These Studio Sessions will be from 6 pm until midnight and be spent working on your wonderful projects with lots of friends and creative people around. The fee for Studio Nights will be $10 and will be paid at the time your reservation is made. Included in this will be:
· One-half of a 30 x 60 table. As we complete our entire 1400 square foot studio space, each person will use their own 30 x 60 table and the Studio fee will at that time go to $15.
· Yummy appetizers and desserts at your disposal throughout the evening with beverages to choose from.
· Each participant will receive a goodie bag as well as participate in drawings throughout the night for wonderful prizes.
· You can run a ‘courtesy tab’ when you participate in Studio Night and when you purchase $75 or more in products during one event, we will rebate your Studio fee. This rebate will be only on purchases made during the single Studio Night event. For special Studio events which may have longer hours and include a meal as well as a larger fee, only the Studio fee portion will be rebated for reaching the $75 purchase goal.
· If you plan on arriving later than 8 pm, please let us know so we don’t give away your seat.
· Refunds for cancellations will only be given if we have the time to fill your spot.

Currently our studio space is set to accommodate roughly 20 people at the shared table spaces. Over the next few months we will be taking over the retail space next door and taking down the wall between our two spaces and our studio will be a total of 1400 square feet and accommodate roughly 20 people each at your own 60 x 30 table.

We do not at this time have a date for this expansion. The folks next door are indeed moving out and we will indeed be acquiring the space. The very minute that I have this date I will share it with you.
Stay tuned next week for our calendar of October happenings – the calendar is quite full and we can’t wait to share i

It's kinda like Christmas......

2009-08-31T21:40:00.002-05:00

Did you ever watch that package under the Christmas tree for weeks sort of knowing what was inside but not quite sure?

How about that wrapped birthday present up in the top of the closet that you weren't really supposed to see, but there it is....

We are entering the final stretch in getting the store ready to open and it is with mixed emotions that I must tell you that we have blocked out the windows and they will remain that way until October 2nd at 10 am when we open the doors for the first time.

We are about to lay the carpet and the fixtures are going up and we'll begin to put the product out. I think that you will all be very, very pleased. As Tom and I have unpacked product and checked it all in I grow more and more convinced that the selection and breadth of product line will be like none you have ever seen!

So, in order to keep as much as possible under wraps until the 'ta-da' moment in October, we are operating behind brown paper and closed doors - please allow us to surprise you just a little!

We will continue to provide you updates in our weekly newsletter. If you are not a subscriber, please click the link at the left and sign up to continue to get the latest and greatest information and pictures!

Synchronize your watches. Mark your calendar. Take a vacation day from work on October 2, 2009. Anthologies is only a little over 5 weeks away and we can't wait!

See you soon!

Nita

What a great day!

2009-08-24T16:43:00.005-05:00

We had our first Anthologies outing together on Saturday and it was so much fun! We participated in a local 12-hour Crop for the Cure to raise funds for breast cancer research. Anthologies donated several door prizes and two beautiful albums for a raffle.We also offered a make-and-take card (see below) for 70 or so participants which Susan designed for us.Isn't it wonderful?!?! It had to be relatively simple and quick and everything was precut. She used three beautiful patterned papers from Melissa Frances' Thankful line. Just to add to the fun...I provided a free 12x12 page lo kit for all of the croppers too! Many other vendors contributed to the door prizes and held M&T's for these lucky croppers and if you ever get the chance to eat at Sweet Tomatoes...take it! They provided lunch and it was oh so yummy!

My hat goes off to the coordinators of this 12-hour event! They did an amazing job! It was fabulous to be in a room full of 70+ croppers, many of whom are breast cancer survivors. Thank you for sharing your stories with us! Around $3500 in donations were raised as a result of the Crop for the Cure! All of us here at Anthologies are so thankful to have been a part of this incredible event!

Joyfully Yours,
Tracy :)

G'Day Mate!

2009-08-20T21:22:00.003-05:00

Well, those of you subscribing to the newsletter know that I am on a roll about Kaiser Craft! An Australian company, they are so fun to talk to on the phone..... just to hear their accent.

As a retailer, I'm called a 'Stockist' - not sure what that means, but okay.

I am in love with all their surfaces and can't wait for all the goodies to get here. Here's a double whammy for you - the wood birdhouse surface using the new collection 'Loire Valley'.

PS - if you have subscribed to our newsletter and are not receiving it every week - please re-submit your information by clicking on the link at the left.

It's a beautiful day!

Nita

jelly roll! jelly roll! jelly roll!

2009-08-13T15:45:00.004-05:00

Look at what just arrived~!

Moda Fabrics 'Jelly Rolls' in beautiful fabrics just screaming to go on those surfaces!
Frames, boxes, books, even your beautiful pages!

Click on the picture to look at these beautiful patterns and colors up close - you'll love Moda Fabrics at Anthologies!

Yum, yum! Jelly Rolls!

And the winners are......

2009-08-07T21:00:00.006-05:00

Thanks so much for all of your perseverance! The total number of times that our mascot appears in the videos is..... (drum roll please)...... 31. That's right!

And the winners are:

JMeaux
Melmama
CDdwil
Day to Day
Art Angel

(Winners - please e-mail me your contact information at nita@anthologiesbyme.com- thanks!)
All of the above lucky and attentive guessers will win the following wonderful package of new products:

1 Bottle of NEW! Rock Candy Stickels
1 Bottle of Glimmer Mist
3 Sheets of the beautiful NEW! collection 'Indian Summer' by Basic Grey
2 Sheets of Core'dinations card stock

We can't wait to see what beautiful creations come out of these new items!

Thanks to all who submitted your guesses to the contest! It's great to have a little fun with it!
The first newsletter went out earlier this week and we are hearing allot about it too - be sure you are not missing out and click on the link at the left to sign up. You won't want to miss it!

It's a Beautiful Day!
Nita

2009-08-03T15:58:00.015-05:00

Well, we’ve just about saturated the air waves with CHA video…. But don’t want you to miss any of the beautiful designs that we got to see.

This will be our last and final post from CHA this summer.

Enjoy…..’cause it’s a beautiful day!

Sign up to receive our newsletter – you’ll get the preview of the scary construction zone that we will soon call Anthologies!

N-O-W you can start counting the dragonflies!

...we're nowhere finished with CHA

2009-07-31T11:44:00.007-05:00

It was just too awesome for us not to share more, more, more!
Keep counting the dragonflies. We will be looking for a total number - all videos, pictures, anywhere he appears. And keep checkin' back, we have another video for you next week.

BE SURE to sign up to get our newsletter - the first one goes out next week.
Have a great weekend....we are restin' our feet!

Nita and Tracy

More, more, more from CHA!

2009-07-30T06:17:00.007-05:00

Okay, if a picture is worth a thousand words, our video is priceless!

Here are both videos from CHA - we'll we winging our way home late on Thursday.

Enjoy!

Nita and Tracy

Live from CHA!

2009-07-28T21:55:00.017-05:00

What a great first day! ( Click on the video!) I can't
even tell

you how
much cute, cute stuff we’ve found for you!

Jenni Bowlin*Melissa Francis*We saw Tim!*

Doddlebug*American Crafts*We ate at Pita Hut*

Copic*Provo Craft*My Minds Eye*We Saw Tim!*

Bella Boulevard*MakingMemories*Crafters Workshop*

Zva*Smirk*We Saw Tim!*Clear Scrap*Sassfras Lass*

Glitz*Stamping Station*Did I mention, we saw Tim?
Great looking stuff and I am sooooooooo excited

about just EVERYTHING we bought today!

Not only that, reports from home indicate that

they started the ‘out with the old’ process

at the store location….. Yea!

Tracy is saying ‘hello’ between groans from her

tired feet and thank goodness for the pedi-cab

that brought us home from dinner!

Watch for the Anthologies dragon fly in our posts pictures and video - the first 5 people to tell us the correct number of 'special appearances' by our blue friend will win a special gift straight to you from CHA. Wait until we return and submit your guess by commenting to a blog post and we'll award the winners their prizes on Friday, August 7th. Good luck!

Tip: Wait until Friday to start counting..... there's more to come.

Nita and Tracy

2009-07-28T14:56:00.005-05:00

Makin' and Takin'

The most recent pictures from CHA!

The Dragonfly explores the map, searching out all the new and exciting ideas and products we can't wait to share with everyone.

Stay tuned, and don't forget to add your name to our email list.
Pass it on to your friends, share in the experience, and share Your Anthology.

Orlando here we come!

2009-07-26T17:21:00.004-05:00

Oh my! Not THAT Orlando!

No, no..... Tracy and I are leaving at the crack of dawn on Monday for Orlando, Florida to spend an action packed 3 days at CHA and come back with lots of new ideas and more things selected and purchased for the opening of Anthologies in October!
Look for the mouse ears on the map here ..... that's where we'll be!
Stay tuned for all the action from CHA!

Nita

How do you make your p-b and j?

2009-07-23T18:04:00.012-05:00

Sweet Marmalade' - another delightful new collection just released by Sassafras. I can't wait to touch it next week at CHA!
Watch this space next week and you can 'join us' from the floor at CHA. We'll be sending you video beginning on Tuesday and who knows who we'll run into!

Stay tuned!
Nita

Meet my new best friend!

2009-07-23T17:41:00.013-05:00

S is for super. M is for monster....
but have no fear! these guys are
here to save the day. Watch for
this little guy at Anthologies in October!

( along with all his 'felty' friends!)

Guess who's coming to our opening in October?

2009-07-21T16:59:00.000-05:00

That's right! The new Bella's and Addy's are on their way from Canada and will be appearing at Anthologies in October!

When are we going to the 'Farmer's Market'?

2009-07-18T09:45:00.001-05:00

We're watching every day for this new line by Daisy Bucket to arrive!

Farmer's Market is in the new collections coming this fall under a new brand by Daisy Bucket and we'll look for more great things to come from 'Shabby Green Door'. Take a look and think cool thoughts about fall, harvest and goin' to the

'Farmer's Market'.

Couldn't you just do the

cutest things with these

little jars?

Keep thinking cool thoughts.... it seems to be working!

Nita

Take a look at this....

2009-07-16T14:00:00.002-05:00

I Love, Love, Love...BoBunny!

The new paper collections and embellies are fabulous! What really tickled me was this new product---You Stasher's will appreciate this!---They are going to sell their clam shell packaging and they are calling them Clear Party Favors! For those of you who have come to Stasher's in the past, you will remember all of the cute treats we have made out of our recycled packaging! Now you will be able to purchase them for less than $1 a piece!

These will make great party favors, halloween treats, stocking stuffers, etc.

I am SO excited to see these goodies hit the market!

Hey there, Delilah!

2009-07-15T17:01:00.007-05:00

Just a peek at some of the new BoBunny that Tracy and I will be seeing at CHA. The new line 'Delilah' is delightful and the order is already placed for all the new collections being released by BoBunny for fall and holiday.

Stay tuned and we'll keep sneaking these to you!

I can't wait to see what Tracy and the design team at Create Joy do with all these new products!

Keep building your dream!

Nita

and the Winner is................

2009-07-06T23:05:00.003-05:00

Bobbi

Congratulations Bobbi! -- Your name was selected and you will be receiving a paper assortment featuring the fabulous new Kraft Collection by Fancy Pants Designs courtesy of Anthologies! Bobbi, please email us with your contact info so we can make arrangements

to deliver your prize package to you.

I want to thank everyone who left comments!

We really appreciate you sharing your thoughts with us!

But I just want it all.....

2009-07-06T15:23:00.003-05:00

...and nothing wrong with that! We are firmly committed to most of the lines and designers of product that have been suggested so far - but keep 'em coming please!

We have finished our opening order for our cardstock and yes, it will be Bazzill!

We are working on:
Fiskars, Prima, We R Memory Keepers, Colorbok, Crate Paper, Graphic 45, My Minds Eye, Sassafras Lass, Melissa Francis, Sandy Lion, Copic Markers, Tim Holtz, Color Box, Ten Second Studio, Glimmer Mist, Cropper HOpper, All My Memories, STickles and the rest of Ranger, Provo Craft, WEbsters Pages, Bella Boulevard, Daisy Bucket and where would we be without Basic Grey and Bo-Bunny!!

And look..... I'm starting to type like TrAcy!

FYI - for those of you not located in the Mid-Cities area- Hurst is just 14 miles from DFW Airport and couldn't be more centrally located!

Stay tuned and don't forget Tracy's random drawing for those posting their comments about what you would like to see at Anthologies... the drawing is today!

Nita

Could I have 3 of everything please??

2009-07-02T23:27:00.003-05:00

As Nita mentioned in the earlier post, pre-orders are being made and we are SO excited about some of the new products and collections that are coming out! Of course, the Stasher in me would like to have it ALL! What about you?? We would love to hear more about your fav's...leave us a comment and let us know what "must have" brands or collections are on your list! One lucky commenter will be chosen at random and receive a sampler pack of papers featuring the new Kraft collections by Fancy Pants! I will post the winner on Monday 7/6.

Have a HaPpY and SAFE 4th of July!

Tracy :)
...come and "Create Joy" at Anthologies!
www.luv2cre8joy.blogspot.com

Little Yellow Bicycle!

2009-07-02T17:05:00.002-05:00

Well, today is a huge day! The Fall/Winter Little Yellow Bicycle Collection was released for pre-orders and Tracy and I are meeting tomorrow.....guess what we're going to do?

Can't wait!
Stay tuned for more!

Tracy's been after me.....

2009-06-29T22:57:00.002-05:00

...to post a picture - so here you go.

Nita

2009-06-29T22:38:00.000-05:00

What's an Anthology, you may ask......
It's a collection of works that are compiled by the artist.

Coming in October - come and work on your collection with us and the Create Joy design team at Anthologies!

See you there!

It's all in the name!

2009-06-10T15:15:00.000-05:00

I guess early on is the time to change if you have to!
The name 'Creatively Yours' just keeps having some availability issues, so we've decided to go with Anthologies. For those of you that don't know - an anthology is a collection, selected by the compiler - how appropriate for a scrapbook store and studio!

Stay tuned!