1. hobbies and interests
2. scrapbooking

Spring 2004
Inside
• Creative Ideas from the Experts
• Rubber Stamping Basics
• Hot Products
• New Craft Storage
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"The artist is
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the earth
the sky, from
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-Pablo Picass
Adventures in
Papercrafting
• Archiver’s® Classes & Coupons
• Mark Your Calendar
journal
aper crafts are the
fastest-growing
trend in the craft
world. Flexible, simple,
fun and spontaneous,
papercrafting complements
all lifestyles and ages.
Papercrafting lets you
push the boundaries and
use your skills and
materials in new, exciting
ways. Let our enormous
selections of papers,
embellishments and
helpful classes unleash
your creative energy
and inspire you to begin
some new adventures
in papercrafting.
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Show you care
Handmade greeting cards
are the largest part of the
papercrafting trend.
Whatever the occasion,
www.archiversonline.com
sending a handmade card
says you care as nothing
else can. A handmade
card allows you to tailor
the message to the
recipient. Cardmaking—
and really all types of
papercrafting—open up
the total spectrum of
techniques and materials.
Unlike scrapbooks or
photo albums, you don’t
have to limit your
selections to photo-safe,
acid-free materials. With
papercrafting—the
options are literally
infinite.
Paper is, of course, the
foundation for all
cardmaking. From
handmade paper and
cardstock to mirror stock,
vellum or pearlescent,
today there are more
types of paper stock than
ever before. If you’re a
crafter or scrapbooker,
you probably have a
supply of paper ready for
cardmaking. Adding
some new and exciting
papers from Archiver’s to
your stash can inspire
some great, new
creations—with minimal
effort. Make a cute
baby announcement or
welcome baby card
using solid and
patterned papers, tin
tiles, ribbon, rub-on
letters and baby themed
embellishments. This
handmade card will
become a keepsake to
remember baby’s arrival
for years to come.
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With handmade cards, the possibilities are endless.
Discover home
accents
Rethink your
tools
Don’t overlook using
scrapbooking tools to
expand your crafting
horizons. After all, not
every project requires a
photograph—and not
every project needs to be
planned. Using the paper
and scrapbooking tools
on-hand allows you to
indulge in some
spontaneous creativity.
Paper crimps, punches,
embossers and shape
cutters give papercrafting
projects texture,
dimension and style. Plus,
they are fun and easy to
use. If embellishments and
layering are among your
passions, Archiver’s huge
selection of embellishments
and specialized adhesives
can unlock a whole
new world of
papercrafting options.
Wrap it up
Handmade wraps, tags
and boxes are perfect for
every occasion. They can
be as simple or as
elaborate as time,
materials and inspiration
allow. If time is limited,
create a gift bag by die
cutting textured or
printed papers in the
Archiver’s workroom.
Then attach a few
embellishments, add
the gift and tie the bow!
A matching tag and gift
bag or box add
excitement to gift giving
and say it’s special.
Paper-crafted accents,
like letter holders, picture
frames or storage boxes
are authentic, one-of-akind decorative
accessories that add
warmth and individuality
to a home. Lampshades
are a natural for
papercrafting. Covering a
shade frame with
decorative paper infuses
new personality into a
lamp and enlivens a room.
Declare your affection for
a favorite photograph by
placing it in a papercrafted frame—it will
draw rave reviews. All
these home accents are
simple, one-time projects.
You can create them in
one sitting and enjoy the
sheer fun of papercrafting
without the burden of a
big, ongoing commitment.
Make it personal
Papercrafting lets you
create personalized gifts
that will be cherished by
the recipient for years
to come. Wedding and
party invitations are
one-time projects
that are perfect for
papercrafting. Found
objects become artful
treasures when adorned
with embellishments.
Get the kids involved
too—school projects also
allow you the fun of using
a variety of materials.
Archiver’s is truly
your papercrafting
headquarters. Our
enormous selection of
decorative papers, stamps,
embellishments, tools—as
well as our helpful staff
and work room—will
help you discover the
exciting new world of
papercrafting. Come in
and begin exploring all
the possibilities. You’ll
enjoy the journey!
Personalize any party with hand crafted
invitations, gift bags and favors.
Papercrafting Resources at Archiver’s
A “found” tin turned into art
and an embellished keychain
become personalized gifts.
For papercraft inspiration, Archiver’s brings you two of the best
idea vaults on the market: Paper Crafts Magazine and Better Homes
and Gardens’ new book, Teach Yourself Paper Crafts.
Formerly Crafts magazine, Paper Crafts magazine was designed
in response to customer demand for a resource that specifically
features crafts using paper. From handmade cards, invitations, and
party favors to creative packaging and décor ideas, each issue is
packed with seasonal and every day ideas.
In classic Better Homes and Gardens style, Teach Yourself Paper Crafts shows you how to
complete a myriad of projects with a little knowledge, some imagination, and a minimal investment of
time and money. It covers paper crafting basics such as tools and materials, book-making and
general paper working techniques before sharing a variety of projects in step-by-step detail.
For hands-on inspiration, sign up for Archiver’s Creative Card Making class. The NEWLY
UPDATED class will provide new card ideas in a brand new format.
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Creative ideas
from the
Experts!
Make these creative projects in a flash!
Treat yourself to creative time without a long-term commitment! Each of the following
projects allow you to experiment with the paper crafting craze and complete a project quickly.
Whether you make one to give as a gift or to keep for yourself, you are sure to have fun—
and be creatively inspired!
Floral Frame
Bring the colors of spring indoors with
this vibrant, hand-made floral frame!
Pair K & Company papers with a Me &
My Big Ideas frame kit to create this
frame. Decorative brads from Making
Memories secure the frame together in
each corner. Embellish your favorite
photo with cardstock mats and metal
charms tied in coordinating ribbon.
Wedding Frame
This beautiful frame can be customized to any color!
Cover the surface of the ready-to-make frame with two
layers of shimmer paper, one torn to serve as a mat
around the photo opening. Add texture and color with
3-dimensional flower stickers, satin ribbon, and a
metal frame dressed in a coat of white acrylic paint.
As the finishing touch, apply sticker quotes around
the photo opening.
Photo Journal
Keepsake Box
Create a decorative keepsake box to hold your
vacation photos and memorabilia. Cover the
outside of the box with torn layers of handmade
paper to give the project a colorful collage feel.
Decorative metal brads embellish the corners
of the lid while a photo and sticker
letters stand as a title for
the box.
A plain spiral-bound album becomes a work of art with the
addition of pattern paper and ribbon. Adhere torn pattern
paper to the cover and apply Making Memories rub-on
letters to spell out the theme of the album. Add a quote
stamped in black. For the finishing touch, tie small pieces
of ribbon to the binding.
Baby Brag Book
Tuck this small album in a purse or
briefcase so you will always have
pictures on hand. To make this
perfectly pink brag book, layer printed
acetate over pink cardstock and top
with trimmed pattern paper. Punch the
edge of each piece of paper with a
Rollabind Binding System punch and
simply secure with pink discs.
Tip: Substitute handmade papers in any of
these projects for a fun twist. We carry a
huge variety of colors and styles!
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The
FUNdamentals
of Rubber
Stamping
ubber stamps
remain a
favorite technique
of papercrafters,
cardmakers and
scrapbookers. No
other method matches
their options for
individuality.
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Here are some tips
to help you achieve
excellent results—
stamp after stamp.
Practice, practice,
practice
The more you stamp, the
better your results. Start by
deciding what inking
technique works for you—
evenly apply the stamp to
the inkpad or the inkpad to
the stamp. Next, bring the
stamp to the paper and
press. Remove the stamp
by lifting it straight up.
Wiggling or rocking the
stamp will blur the image.
With hundreds of nature,
word, alphabet, seasonal,
shadow and family stamps,
Archiver’s has the right
stamp for your project.
all
about
ink
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Know your inks
By learning about ink,
you’ll soon understand
which ink is best for which
projects. Archival ink is
ideal for scrapbooks.
Quick-drying, permanent
and fade-resistant, archival
ink is also acid-free and
waterproof. It will not harm
photographs. Store these
inkpads upside down.
Dye ink is water-based
and quick-drying. Some,
but not all, are fade and
waterproof. Archiver’s
carries acid-free dye ink.
Dye ink’s drawback is
limited durability, making
it unsuitable for scrapbooks.
DYE
Water-based,
acid-free,
quick-drying,
some are fade
and waterproof.
Store upsidedown, except for
rainbow pads.
Great for
card making.
VersaMark ink pads create
gorgeous watermarks on
paper. As VersaMark is
nearly invisible on white
paper, chalk the image
while the ink is wet.
Pigment ink is a slowdrying ink that becomes
waterproof when
embossed. Archiver’s carries
several brands including
some great metallics.
Unless embossed, pigment
ink will not dry on glossy
or vellum paper.
Color me
Coloring personalizes the
stamp image and is also
fun. Colored pencils,
markers and chalks are the
basic coloring tools. With
their soft colors, pencils are
a natural for small details.
Markers come in both
non-durable water-based
or permanent versions
and work well for any
image. Use permanent
markers in your scrapbook
projects. Chalks provide
soft, hazy colors.
Like pigment ink,
embossing ink is slow
drying, but it is strictly for
embossing. Both clear and
tinted ink are available.
VERSAMARK
Creates a
watermark image
of your stamp.
Incompatible
with glossy or
vellum stock.
Store right
side up.
PIGMENT
Slow-drying
ink that is great
for scrapbooking.
Incompatible
with glossy
or vellum
stock unless
embossed. Store
right side up.
EMBOSSING
Slow-drying ink
used only for
embossing.
Available in clear
or tint. Store
right side up.
Partner with
embossing
powder and a
heat gun.
CHALK INK
Fast drying ink
that provides a
chalk-like finish.
Some brands
may be
embossed.
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Coloringoptions
pencils
markers
watercolor
chalks
Embossing
Take your stamping to new
heights of detail, texture
and beauty by embossing.
This technique uses a
three-step process of stamp,
sprinkle and heat to create
its image. You need both
embossing powder and ink
to emboss. Different
combinations of ink and
powder achieve different
results. The color of the
powder determines the
image color. Clear powder
and colored ink make the
image the ink color. Dark
ink and light powder create
a muddy image, while clear
ink and clear powder leave
the image the color of the
paper. Metallic powder
produces a glow regardless
of ink. Never emboss
directly onto a scrapbook
page—the heat may
damage your photos.
Using rubber stamps
will expand your creative
horizon as nothing else
can. Mastering the basic
stamping techniques
will make your creative
efforts true works of
individual art.
Heat Embossing 1-2-3
Use embossing or pigment ink, embossing powder and a heat gun.
Don’t use a hair dryer as it will blow the powder and not melt it.
1
Ink the stamp and
stamp the image.
2
Sprinkle embossing
powder on the
image. Shake away
the excess powder.
3
Heat the image
with the embossing
gun until it becomes
shiny. Be careful not
to overheat.
Practice makes your
technique perfect!
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Archiver’s HOT products!
Jolee’s Disney Collection
and Shadow Box Frames
Capture a memory that’s distinctively Disney!
New Jolee’s designs include Vintage Mickey,
Mickey and Friends, Winnie the Pooh and
the Disney Princesses. The playful details
will add a touch of magic to shadow box
frames, scrapbooks and cards.
Rollabind Books
Create and assemble unique books in
minutes with Rollabind. The Personal Hand
Punch is sturdy, light-weight, easy-to-use,
and portable. Use it to punch your cover and
pages, then simply clip them together with
the Rollabinders Binding Discs. Choose from
two sizes and seven colors of Binding Discs.
Pioneer’s New Floral Albums
Just in time for spring, Pioneer releases a new line of
albums blooming with possibilities. Choose from four
styles of floral designs in the pocket page album style.
Use these albums to create quick and easy gift albums
for Mother’s Day, a bride-to-be, or baby shower memories.
Making Memories Deluxe Tool Kit,
Metals, and Rub-On Letters
This stylish, portable and compact tool kit
includes 25 essential pieces for today’s paper
crafter. Use them to fashion creative designs
with the new line of metals – including pewter
brads – and Simply Stated rub-on letters.
Fiskar’s ScrapBoss
The new ScrapBoss combines the embossing features
of the ShapeBoss and the popular 12” x 12” album
size into one. Use the dual-template system to add
dimension to 12” x 12” scrapbook pages quickly and
easily without having to move the paper. Additional
template designs are available to create the perfect
design for your page theme.
K&Company Garden Collage
& Hydrangea Stripe Collections
Elizabeth Brownd, a new artist for K&CO, brings
a fresh look to the classic K&CO style. The
Garden Collage and Hydrangea Stripe design
lines were inspired by hand-painted details
layered with pressed flowers and leaves. Mix the
coordinating papers and embossed stickers for
a beautiful spring look.
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coming this
summer!
Archiver’s classes
Archiver’s FREE classes help new scrapbookers get
started and inspire seasoned crafters with fresh ideas.
Our class offerings range from Scrapbooking Basics to
Endless Embellishments, and seasonal classes are added
throughout the year. Class descriptions and monthly
calendars are available in our stores and on our website.
Scrapbook Mania is our special feature—for $15 you’ll
receive dinner, product demos, prizes and a free gift or
coupon. A great way to spend the night with friends AND
be productive. Please call for reservations.
Creative Card Making
Scrapbook Basics
Endless Embellishments
Paper Perfection
Rubber Stamping FUNdamentals Wedding Creations
NEW: Graduation Creations; Class of 2004
YOUR CRAFT STORAGE SOLUTION
The answer to your organizing problems is coming soon to Archiver’s—
the Store-in-Style home storage system! Mix and match the various cubes to create a
custom storage unit for all of your craft supplies. With handy shelves, dividers, and
drawer labels, you’ll be able to create a home for everything and find it when you
need it. Fill the various cubes with new organizers from Leeco, 12” x 12” stacking
trays by Display Dynamics, and colorful storage boxes by Kokuyo.
Stop in to place your order today!
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Mark your calendar!
National Scrapbook Day!
The best place to celebrate this special holiday ALL WEEKEND
(MAY 1 & 2) is at Archiver’s! You know what to expect… free Make & Take
projects, Inspiration Stations, special coupon offers and great sale prices on
a variety of products. Our stores will be open late—’til 8:00—on Saturday
night. Projects available while supplies last—don’t miss out!
Join us June 5th for our next Saturday Workshop!
Mall of America Scrapbook Festival
Mark your calendars to join Archiver’s at the largest scrapbook festival in the
world! The second annual Mall of America Scrapbook Festival will be held
September 10-12 in Bloomington, MN. You won’t want to miss the largest
gathering of scrapbooking personalities and vendors in one place. Watch our
website in the coming months for information on how you can take part.
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