Giveaway - Win these die cuts!

There are some big changes coming for The Scrappy Shack

and to celebrate I'm having a giveaway!

To enter, go to The Scrappy Shack Etsy shop and browse around. Then come back here and tell me which die cut is your favorite in the comment section.

To earn an extra entry, mention the giveaway on your blog!
Then come back here and leave an extra comment.

Good luck!

Design Team Call

It is time for a Scrappy Shack DT Call!

I am looking for 3 crafters to showcase The Scrappy Shack die cuts in scrapbooking layouts and other projects for a 6 month term. As a member of the design team you would be asked to create 3 - 6 layouts per month using our die cuts and contribute to the blog one time per month. Designers selected will be compensated with 3 - 6 die cuts each month, plus 25% off on orders in our shop for the duration of your term.

If you wish to apply, I would like to see three layouts and one altered project using any products you wish.

I would love to know a little bit about you. Why do you want to be on the design team? How did you come to love crafting? What do you do for fun? Anything you want me to know about you.

Personal blogs and galleries are not required, but if you do have them I would love to see them! With your application send a link to any blogs or galleries you contribute to.

Also, please let me know any publications or other DT commitments you may have.

International scrappers are welcomed and encouraged to apply.

Closing date for the call is June 2, 2009. Please email me at lori@thescrappyshack.com to be considered.

I cannot wait to see the submissions! Good luck!

Fun Use of the Blah Blah Blah Cut

Okay, it is no secret to those who have read this blog that I am in love with New York City and anything that relates to it. Well, I got an order from a really fun gal in Brooklyn and I was so excited to know that some of my designs were travelling to my very favorite place!

My new friend Meryl was so kind to share with me a picture of what she did with one of the die cuts.

I love it! Very creative use. Thanks for sharing, Meryl!

If you have purchased a die cut from me, I would love to see what you did with it. Send me an email, and I will blog your picture.


I snagged a Boopsie doll this week.


She made some limited edition St. Patrick's Day dollies, and I got one!
Her name is Harlequin. Isn't she adorable?

Happy St. Paddy's Day everyone!

Happy Tuesday!

New designs in my Etsy shop.

Large Swirly Frame

I have been having fun designing these girly pieces.

Flourish Frame, another girly creation.

My circles border was in a kit club in January. Here is what one of the DT members, Sara, did with it. Those guys are gonna kill her when they grow up!

I love it! The kit club this came from is 3 Scrappy Boys, and I love all the kits the owner, Heather, puts together. She really has a knack for it. If you are looking for a club to join, I highly recommend this one.

Inspired by fellow blogger and scrapper, Kelly Goree (who has a cool last name!) here are 10 random things about me. I will try not to list the obvious ones. ;) The list is supposed to be 25 things, but it is hard to find that many random things to post!

1. I used to bite my fingernails for years. I finally kicked the habit and have been growing my nails for the past three years.

2. Growing up, my family moved to different school districts 5 times.

3. I was a cheerleader in high school.

4. Due to the structure of my throat, I have sleep apnea. I didn't know this for years, and went to many doctors trying to find out why I was tired all the time. Since being diagnosed and getting my cpap machine, I feel like a new person. I hardly ever have that tired feeling that I used to live with.

5. Right now, I have 5 different spots of color painted on my living room walls. I have been searching for the right color to paint and I have not liked any I have chosen so far. So the spots sit there while I am deciding which color to try next.

6. I love the way the air feels and smells right before a storm. I love storms.

7. I have been to Mardi Gras 11 times.

8. I washed my sheets today.

9. The first time I visited Hawaii, Jay and I went on a helicopter tour. I cried the entire time. I am terrified of heights.

10. As an adult, I have cut 7 or more inches off my hair 6 times. I love making drastic changes to my hair.

If you are reading, I challenge you to post your own random list, and link your blog in the comments so I can see your list.

Have fun!