Scrapbook Source

Today is our Last Day

2008-06-30T08:56:00.003-05:00

Sorry it is true, Scrapbook Source in Chicago is Closing today Monday, June 30th, 10am to 1pm

. . Scrapbook Source 557 W. North Ave. Chicago, IL 60610 312-440-9720 .

. Everything must go and what better way than 75% off! . A HUGE STORE CLOSING SALE

everything is 75% off

Cash and Carry Day!

. We still have a computer with monitor for sale

2 - 8 foot heavy duty tables

1 or 2 - rolling chairs

2 - shelving units

microwave

filing cabinet

and spinners

. We are CLOSING this location Forever.

. Thank you for your support!

Final Days

2008-06-28T05:25:00.002-05:00

Sorry it is true. Scrapbook Source

is Closing

Monday, June 30th.

2 Days Left...

Everything Must Go

And the Best Way is at 75% off!

Be the first to get the GREATEST discount before it is all gone! A HUGE STORE CLOSING SALE everything is 75% off and will begin immediately to LIQUIDATE EVERY SINGLE ITEM of merchandise in our store to include 1000's of Paper & Sticker Designs, Paints, Adhesives, Elements, Ribbon, Embellishments, Tools, Kits, Albums, Altered Art, Accessories and much more. We are CLOSING this location Forever. There are a couple of tables left, some chairs, store fixtures, furniture, and equipment must be sold. YOU ARE THE FIRST TO KNOW. We are extending a special invitation to our E-Mail customers and wonderful friends like you to come to our store on for the best selections!

ARRIVE EARLY for the best selection.

This closing sale is initiated only after careful consideration. It is our way of thanking you for your business and friendship. Due to the magnitude of this sale all other previous issued promotions and coupons are discontinued. Thanks and see you at the store.

National Scrapbook Day 2008

2008-05-02T09:46:00.008-05:00

What are you doing for National Scrapbooking Day,

this Saturday, May 3rd?

We at Scrapbook Source have

many activities going on all weekend long!

Starting today you can join us and make a free make-n-take sponsored by EK Success. We will be making a lovely card using their new Curvy Cutter circle maker with some Inkadinkado acrylic stamps and Butterfly embellishments from EK Success.

Crop with us all day Saturday for free. If you have the time, we have the space!

Come on out and get scrappin'!...

On Saturday only we will be offering a very special make-n-take from K&Company for $5. The Berry Sweet Mini Book Purse. There is a limited quanity available, so come early! Also, everyone who makes this make-n-take will receive a gift card for $5 to use our the store. Come check out this wonderful make-n-take it's very cute!!!

All weekend long, for every $20 you spend you will receive a chance to win some great prizes. The drawing will take place on Sunday at 4:30pm, winner need not be present.

Select Red Lined Items 30% off

throughout the store!

All Sticker Rolls 50% off

New Crop-A-Dile II Are in!

2008-03-28T11:11:00.002-05:00

Crop-A-Dile II Big Bite are in!

Punch, set and snap with the We R Memory Keepers "Big Bite" Crop-A-Dile II All-In-One Tool. The Crop-A-Dile Big Bite boasts a six inch punching and setting depth so you can place eyelets, snaps, gromlets, and other metal embellishments anywhere on your scrapbook page or craft project. It punches holes and sets small (1/8"), large (3/16") and extra large eyelets and snaps. The Big Bite can punch through paper, leather, fabric, plastic (such as CD's), thin tin, and chipboard and much more! The amazing 6" punching reach allows you to punch and set the accents at the center of your 12" x 12" scrapbooking page. So go ahead, take on that crafting project you have always been wanting to do!

January Events

2008-01-11T12:54:00.000-06:00

If you haven't heard, we're having a sticker sale! Through Jan. 12, all sticker rolls will be 75% off! And if that's not enough, we'll be having a Paper Sale (receive 25% off select papers throughout the store) Jan. 13-19.

Basics of Scrapbooking classes are coming up. Need help getting started and learning what it takes to put it all together? We can help! Join us Sun., Jan. 13 at 2:30 pm or Thur., Jan. 24 at 2:30 pm. Both classes are free to all who are interested. Stop in to create a FREE Make & Take Tues., Jan. 15 between 6-8 pm. Scrapdoodles - We're having our first ever class/crop for ages 5-18 years. Join us for some fun without the grownups Sun., Jan. 20 from Noon-6 pm. The cost is $15 so RSVP soon! Natalie's Baby Shower crop is Sat., Jan. 26 from 10 am - 6 pm for FREE! It's a boy! Waterfall Technique card class with Heidi Hihn - Learn the Waterfall technique and make 5 unique cards! The class cost is $20 and will be held Sun., Jan. 27 from 1-3 pm. Stop in soon to see one of the card samples! RSVP at 312-440-9720 today!

2007-11-19T08:31:00.000-06:00

The sale of all sales!

Scrapbook Source

Day after Thanksgiving Sale...

8am to9:00am

everything 45% off

9:00am to 10am

everything 40% off

The rest of the day 25% off!

Scrapbook Source is part Meetup!

2007-10-18T17:47:00.000-05:00

Meet other local Scrapbookers for conversation, inspiration and fun! Come to a Scrapbookers Meetup to swap techniques for preserving your treasured moments, share keepsakes, trade tips on page layouts and embossing! Even discover new ways to scrap! Scrapbook Source is part of the new craze called Meetup! It's simple, it's a great way to meep up with others who have simler

TIME Magazine says, “A convenient, non-threatening way to connect to other people who share similar interests and live nearby.” NewsWeeks says, “…helps groups of strangers organize monthly powwows at local watering holes.” Meet other local Scrapbookers for conversation, inspiration and fun! Come to a Scrapbookers Meetup to swap techniques for preserving your treasured moments, share keepsakes, trade tips on page layouts and embossing! Even discover new ways to scrap!

Check us out! Click Here to See us on MeetUp!

New from We R Memory Keepers

2007-10-18T16:43:00.001-05:00

We R Memory Keepers

Foil Glitter Flock Kits The options are endless as you use these amazing adhesive rubon transfers to decorate your papercrafting projects! Each set includes 2 full sheets of rubons (adhesive) and three sheets of glitter, foil and flocking for customized looks!

You simply rub on a design, then rub on the Foil, Glitter, or Flock. You get glitter, shine, or texture all without any mess. There are 12 different kit available from baby, family, love to explore, ABC's, Halloween and Christmas.

Check out our November classes and crop!

2007-10-13T15:48:00.000-05:00

Ready to expand your creative horizons? Ever look through a magazine and wonder, "how did they do that"? Discover what you've been missing The Scrapbook Source's classes! Of course, our Introduction to Scrapbooking class is a must, and we've updated our class listings for even more creative ideas, new products and cool tips for all crafters alike. Fall is the perfect time to try our Holiday Cards class. Check out our event listing below or stop by the store to pick up a calendar today!

Potluck Crop*

November 3 10am-6pm

Free

2 New Halloween lines from Reminisce

2007-10-02T20:42:00.000-05:00

2 New Halloween lines from Reminisce to get all spooked up about!

10-31

has 6 crazy matching 2-sided papers with 2 fun stickers sheets, alphabet & journaling stickers and coodinating rub-on words & icons.

Witch's Brew

comes with six 2-sided shimmer papers that put the fun in Halloween. This line also has amusing phrases & icon stickers along with two different sets of latter stickers and rub-ons to brew over when putting together your halloween layouts.

Both lines available now at

Scrapbook Source

Your Scrapbook Corner!

Paper House Productions Travel Paper

2007-10-02T20:41:00.000-05:00

IIt all starts with the picture! Pictures capture the special moments in our lives and are the reason we all scrapbook. Paper House has the perfect products to help preserve those special moments for generations to come. Paper House Productions has created a whole bunch of new travel papers and I have to say, there is something for everyone. One of these papers is bound to speak to you, to remind you of that trip you took and bring back those fun moments you had while you were away. You'll want to scrap those memories for sure. These travel themed papers and embellishments really will make your scrapbooking job eaiser. As with any paper, you can cut or tear, fold or crumple there is no wrong way to create your page. The difference between a themed product and a “general design” is that the themed products really help get the point across and just make those memories and feelings come to life a bit more. From Alsaka to Mexico and over the pond to England and France the themed papers are outstanding. Oh the place we have gone, and now you need to scrapbook! Come check out the wonderful papers and embellishments that will make your travel scrapbook pages stand out. We at Scrapbook Source are commited to bringing you the best product available to assist you in making your memories last forever!

Far & Away is "My Kind of Town" Chicago

2007-10-02T20:39:00.001-05:00

Chicago is "My Kind of Town" and Scrapbook Source thought Chicago Travel was a great place to start! Far & Away has many outstanding travel design papers that will inspire the traveling scrapbooker.

Far & Away papers and embellishments will take you away to any destination you desire from the major cities in the States to Europe and beyond to Asia.

Far & Away has just arrived at Scrapbook Source Your Scrapbook Corner.

Come check it out!

New characters from Cloud 9

2007-10-02T20:38:00.000-05:00

Some new characters from Cloud 9 have arrived at Scrapbook Source for Halloween.

Bring your camera for some cool photo shots with your kids and discover the new Happy Halloween line from Cloud 9. This fun line is going fast!

SDU - Scrapbooking Class Weekend Blitz

2007-09-21T09:19:00.000-05:00

Do you want to learn how to scrapbook?

Scrapbook Source

has the class for you!

Our Weekend Blitz

We are offering Scrapbook Design & You

Saturday, October 6th

10:00am to 6:00pm

and

Sunday, October 7th

11:00am to 3:00pm

SDU teaches beginner through advanced scrapbookers the essential scrapbook theories and principles of design. SDU will dramatically alter the skills of any scrapbooker and make a big difference in your ability to create dynamic scrapbook pages. Program graduates will be able to fully embrace scrapbooking with a new levels of skill and a strong understanding of the scrabook theory and technique. The curriculum of SDU® starts at the very beginning! There are five theory classes where you will learn about the emotional value of scrapbooking along with the basics on how to plan and prepare for a scrapbook project. 1. Scrapbook Basics 2. Tools of the Trade 3. Journaling

4. Color 5. Layout Design These five theory classes present the foundation for beginners while exposing advanced students to view scrapbooking in a whole new light. Now that the framework of theory is in place, we can build on our scrapbook structure with a series of dynamic hands-on technique classes. 6. Matting 7. Stickers 8. Lettering 9. Titling 10. Punches All of the class materials are provided... plus space is allowed in each chapter for project assembly and reference in each hands-on chapter. Each day we will complete one theory class and one technique class. At the end of the week, graduates will be able to fully embrace scrapbooking with a new levels of skill and a strong understanding of the scrabook theory and technique. Class Fee $100

Class fee covers all 10 hours of class time plus class materials & binder Pre-payment is required Please call 312-440-9720 to reserve your spot today!

Let's Go Wild with EK Success

2007-09-18T10:00:00.000-05:00

Have fun with "The Wild collection"

from Jolee's®. It features lots of animals

(you'd see at the zoo) for your scrapbooks,

crafts or cards! This Jolee's Boutique®

Le Grande Sticker is dimensional to add depth

to your project. Some sticker

elements include epoxy.

Available now at

Scrapbook Source!

New from Making Memories

2007-09-12T09:00:00.000-05:00

Christmas

St. Nick & Deck the Halls

The holiday season comes and goes, but the memories last a lifetime. Make the most of them by picking up distinctive products fit for your festivities.

Making Memories new St. Nick line embodies all the traditional style belonging to the season of togetherness. For a more striking look, try the bright colors and fresh designs of the cheerful Deck the Halls line. Both lines are available now at

Memories & Beyond!

Scrapbook Source is Open July 4th

2007-07-02T22:41:00.000-05:00

Scrapbook Source

557 W. North Ave.

Chicago, IL 60610

312-440-9720 Open July 4th

Noon to 3pm

July 4th Product from Reminise

2007-07-01T11:03:00.000-05:00

In stock NOW at Scrapbook Source, Your Scrapbook Corner!

Light up your pages from K & Company

2007-07-01T10:56:00.000-05:00

Light Ideas

What a bright idea! Light Ideas from K&Company is the newest way to add sparkling illumination to your memories. The innovative LED technology, created especially for K&Company, powers dozens of tiny, multi-colored, non-breakable light bulbs, which are designed to last a lifetime. With just the push of a button, instant sparkle!

There are 3 new 8.5x8.5 albums; Wedding, Travel and Christmas! Each with new light-up displays on the cover. They also made 21 new Mini Light-Idea Grand Adhesion.

School Rules 12x12 Scrapbook Kit

This new school kit contains the new 12x12 Graduation Metal Locker Album, magnetic letters, school papers, chipboard pennants, school rules logo grand adhesions, school rules bubble talk clearly yours, and much more.

Come,check out the great selection from K & Company at Scrapbook Source!

2007-06-16T11:13:00.000-05:00

Scrapbook Source will be open on Father's Day! 12:00pm to 3:00pm

How many ways can your say Happy Father's Day!

Beginners Scrapbooking Classes (SDU Blitz) June 9-10

2007-05-30T08:40:00.000-05:00

Scrapbook Design and You Beginners Scrapbooking Classes

SDU BLITZ

Complete all 10 cources in a weekend!

Scrapbook Source

557 W. North Ave

Chicago, IL 60610

Saturday, June 9th

10am to 6pm

Sunday, June 10th

10am to 3pm

SDU will teach you all you need to know to

get started in scrapbooking.

See cource descriptions below.

Cost: $100

Pre-payment is reqiured Call 312-440-9720 to reserve your spot!

You will receive the SDU Binder free ($10 value).

Scrapbook Design & You™,SDU, teaches beginner through advanced scrapbookers the essential scrapbook theories and principles of design. SDU® will dramatically alter the skills of any scrapbooker and make a big difference in your ability to create dynamic scrapbook pages. SDU graduates will be able to fully embrace the value and message of the SDU slogan; Theory - Technique - Foundation - Success™!

Theory Classes:

The curriculum of SDU® starts at the very beginning! In classes one through five, you will learn about the emotional value of scrapbooking along with the basics on how to plan and prepare for a scrapbook project. These theory classes present the foundation for beginners while exposing advanced students to view scrapbooking in a whole new light.

1. Scrapbook BasicsWhat is scrapbooking? Why should I scrapbook? How do I get started? This inspirational class answers all your questions on the hobby of scrapbooking.

2. Tools of the TradeWhich tools are the most important? How are these tools used? The proper use and benefits of craft tools are discussed and demonstrated in depth.

3. JournalingPictures do not tell a thousand words! Don't miss this important class about the profound impact of adding words to a scrapbook page.

4. ColorThe concept of color theory is visually explored in detail. Learning about color's relationship to scrapbooking will empower you to use color in new and exciting ways.

5. Layout DesignLearn the principles of design structure to give you the tools to create dynamic layouts every time. Discover how photographs, journaling, titling, enhancements, lettering, shape and color work together for great pages.

Technique Classes:

Once the framework of theory is in place, we can build on our scrapbook structure with a series of dynamic hands-on technique classes. All of the class materials are provided... plus space is allowed in each chapter for project assembly and reference.

6. MattingUnderstand how to frame or enhance a photo with our clever matting techniques. Create up to 7 projects for your binder.

7. StickersLearn the nuances of sticker art - from cutting and trimming to layering or adding dimension. Create over 10 sticker projects in this class.

8. LetteringBecome comfortable with various lettering techniques. This class includes plenty of practice space for letter doodling, which will reveal your own creative style. Have fun practicing with a range of different pen tips.

9. TitlesCreate spectacular titles for amazing page presentations. This class features up to 6 title examples.

10. PunchesUse punches in ways you never imagined... create over a half dozen punch scenes, punched borders and other punch shapes in this class.

New Product from Making Memories

2007-05-27T17:01:00.000-05:00

It's everywhere you look. From the fashion you wear, to the chair you sit in, everything old has been given new life. Presenting, Funky Vintage™ by Making Memories®. This collection is all about the traditional flocked designs of yesterday, pumped up with the strong colors of today. Papers, albums and a slew of embellishments make up this atypical program.

Leave a delightful mark wherever you wish, with memorable Funky Vintage™ flocked stickers. With a variety of beautifully designed alphabets, shapes, sayings, tags and more, these stickers will definitely make one stand up and take notice. Available in both Lizzie and Ruby collections.

These page kits are all about the traditional designs of yesterday, pumped up with the strong colors of today. Papers, stickers and a slew of

embellishments - everything you need to create 2 layouts.

Clear Alphabets and Shapes - You might think that all alphas and tags are the same, but these Funky Vintage Clears™ really know how to kick it up a level. Made from a jelly-like clear material, these adhesive-backed alphabets and tags are available in a variety of styles.

Wrap each of your creations is elegance with this not Funky Vintage Trims. Find woven ribbon with a satin flower stitch, eyelets, scalloped velvet, satin-edged and more. Available in both Lixxie and Ruby collections.

What makes flowers a little more special? When they're flocked, of course. Check out our new Funky Vintage™ Fabulous Flowers™ with a velvety texture and distinctive look.

You've got all the embellishments, now get the coordinating paint.

New Funky Vintage™ Color Kit.

Funky Vintage Chipboard Buttons

Scrapbook Source is Open Memorial Day

2007-05-27T16:58:00.000-05:00

Scrapbook Source

557 w. North Ave

Chicago, IL 60610

312-440-9720

Open Memorial Day

10am to 3pm

New Super Heros from EK Success

2007-05-27T16:57:00.001-05:00

Check out EK Success's new

Super Hero line!

Marvel at the greatest Super Heros of all times with EK Success. These Super Heros are showcased in a marvelous assortment of dimensional stickers, embossed papers, albums and more. Choose from Spiderman, The Incredible Hulk, Captain America, Fantastic Four and other Marvel Heros.

Every family has a Super Hero, which one is yours?

National Scrpabook Day May 5th

2007-05-04T10:02:00.000-05:00

Come join us on National Scrapbook Day!

National Scrapbook Day is a day to get together with family and friends to scrapbook. Scrapbooking is a great way to look back at your past, be involved in the present and get ready for the future.

Free make-n-take for you to do while shopping!

Win some great prizes from our manufactures!

Take advantage of some great savings on all our sticker roll, 50%off

Clearance item up to 75% off

American Crafts papers 50% off

Creative Imagination papers 50% off

Scrapbook Source has a open crop room available for you to use at no charge all day long.