March Class Calendar

Head over to our class calendar to see March's schedule at Creations Galore. There's several classes available this month, including Easy Scrapbook Pages and Glitter Creations. Simply click on any class on our schedule to see pictures, learn more, and register online. 

All classes at Creations Galore include all the supplies and tools needed to complete the course or project. In some cases, adhesive or personal photos may be required. Classes also include a 15% discount on all regular priced products the day of class (Creations Club members receive 20%). 

Click here to go to our class calendar. Come learn with us this March!

Current Make N Takes

Hello Paper Crafters! It's time to share this week's Make N Takes with you. We have three new, gorgeous cards to create.

Haven't heard about our Make N Takes? Each week Creations Galore offers three new, gorgeous cards for you to create. Each card is only $2 and includes all the tools and materials needed to create it. Just bring along your own adhesive. This is perfect for beginner to advanced card makers. It's self paced with step-by-step instructions, someone is on hand to demonstrate if needed, and it always includes new products and techniques for everyone to try!

Stop into Creations Galore any time during store hours -- The Make N Take station is always open! We recommend coming in at least one hour before close. For more information, feel free to give us a call at (920) 983-0033. 

This weeks cards will be available until 4:00 PM on Saturday, February 14th. 

Card One: Happy Easter

Have fun coloring this Penny Black image with Copic markers.

SUPPLIES Cardstock: Paper Cut, Copic (X-Press It Blending Card). Patterned Paper: American Crafts, Echo Park. Inks: Memento (Tuxedo Black), Copic Markers. Stamps: Penny Black Inc, Tim Holtz.

Card Two: A Better Place

Discover a new masking technique with Distress Inks.

SUPPLIES Cardstock: Paper Cut. Stamps: Avery Elle. Inks: VersaFine (Onyx Black), Distress Inks. 

Card Three: The Untried

Create a gorgeous background with Alcohol Inks.

SUPPLIES Cardstock: Paper Cut. Stamps: Tim Holtz. Inks: VersaMark Watermark, Alcohol Inks (Stream, Lettuce, Sunset Orange). Embossing Powder: Ranger (Seafoam White).

New Workshop: Get Well Soon Cards

We're back with another card workshop. Join us Saturday, February 27th at 10:00 AM to create 5 greeting cards with get well soon and sympathy themes. 

During the class, you'll practice basic card making techniques while learning about new products and tools. Try dry and heat embossing, scoring, layering, coloring, die cutting, and stamping with clear, rubber cling, and wood mounted stamps. Our instructor will be on hand after the demonstration to help with any questions or steps. 

All supplies and tools are included in this workshop, except adhesive and foam risers. Please bring your own or shop the store before class - We're happy to share our favorites with you. Receive a 15% discount on all regular priced items in the store the day of class. Club Members receive a 20% discount. 

There are three ways to register for this class. Simply:

• Click here to save your spot online
• Call us at 920-983-0033
• Stop into the store at 3164 Coronet Way in Green Bay, Wisconsin

Don't miss out on this great card making class perfect for beginner to advanced card makers.

Minc Foil Applicator: Now 35% Off

We're crazy about the Minc Foil Applicator from Heidi Swapp and know you will be too. Achieve amazing foil effects like never before with this innovative machine. With multiple heat levels, you can foil on vellum, paper, chipboard, and more! The Minc is now 35% off at Creations Galore... We'll wait while you jump up and down. Click here for a video and product demonstration. 

Club Savings Day: February 16th

Creations Club Members, don't miss out on your next Club Savings Day: Tuesday, February 16th, 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM. On this exclusive day, enjoy 35% off all glitters, stains, sprays, glitter glues, and liquid pearls. 

To learn more about the club and start saving today, click here.

DIY Valentines For Children Part 2

Need a last minute valentine idea? We've got you covered with part two of our DIY round up. You can catch part one here, as well as our news segment on Fox 11 showing off each project here. As always, stop into Creations Galore for more ideas, supplies, and help creating any of the children's valentines below.

1. Bookmarks 

Give a gift that promotes reading and learning with cute bookmarks. We added cute sentiments to strips of white cardstock, leaving space for a coordinating animal. 

The cat and frog were created with a Cricut cartridge. We added a little Distress Ink to the edges and used a white pen to add some doodles. Don't have an electronic cutter like the Cricut or Silhouette? Shop Creations Galore for die cuts and stickers, or have your children draw their favorite animal. 

2. Washi Tape Fun

Washi Tape is on our list of must have products. It's a great decoration but has practical uses too. It's similar to painter's tape, holding things in place as needed but doesn't leave a sticky residue behind. 

For this valentine idea, we printed a fun sentiment on white cardstock and adhered it to patterned paper. We picked up a 3 pack of cars at a local dollar store and used washi tape to hold the cars in place. The kids can easily and quickly peel off the tape to get to the car.

Recreate this look with dinosaurs (Your Dino-mite), army men (Glad your in my troop), or other toys.

3. Treat Bags

There are so many occasions to use the small, clear bags we sell at Creations Galore. We've turned them into party favors, thank you gifts, and more. This time, we tried valentines. 

We cut patterned paper, folded it in half, and attached it to the top of the bag with Scor-Tape. Simply write the recipient's name on the paper, and gift it with a smile. We took it one step further by adding the fun phrase and a star created with scrap paper and a punch from the Crop Room. 

Recreate this valentine with goldfish crackers (Glad you're in my school) or other treat. 

What valentine's are you sending this year? We'd love to see your ideas. Post a picture to our Facebook page by clicking here.

Quick & Affordable DIY Valentines For Children

Earlier in the week, Nicole made an appearance on Fox 11, a local news station, to share easy and affordable DIY valentines ideas for children. If you missed the segment, you can watch it here. As promised, we've rounded up all of the projects to share with you in more detail today and tomorrow. 

We hope these last minute ideas will help you create unique valentine's. Stop into Creations Galore for products, tips, and additional help. 

1. Animal Valentines

We can't get enough of these animals made from simple, white envelopes. Use crayons, paints, or our favorite brush Tombow marker to create facial features of your favorite animal on the back of envelopes. We used punches from our Crop Room to easily create hearts for noses and circles for cheeks. The ears were cut freehand out of patterned paper, journaling cards, and colored cardstock. Use whatever you have on hand or shop our wide variety of papers. 

Tuck a note or treat inside the envelope, and don't forget to write the recipient's name on the opposite side of the envelope. 

 2. Decorated Pencils 

Pick up a pack of fancy pencils at your local office supply store or a classic, yellow No. 2. We found these beauties at our local Target Dollar Spot, and decided to spice them up with a simple paper valentine.

To recreate this look, head into Creations Galore to get your hands on one of the many 12x12 papers full of small valentines. We cut them apart, used a hole punch to create a spot for the pencils, and added it to the pencil. So quick! So easy! And at less than a dollar for a sheet of 24, it's affordable! 

Try this look with twisty straws, pixie sticks, suckers, or other similar shaped treats. 

3. String Art

This may have been our favorite valentine to create. We used 3 by 3 inch folded cards and envelopes, available in cream and white, but you could use a larger card or single piece of cardstock. 

Use a cookie cutter, paper heart, or plastic canvas as a template. Place the template onto your card front, and poke holes along the edges with a basic thumb tack or paper piercer. We recommend completing this step or enlisting your older children. 

Pick your favorite color of thread or yarn, and use a thread needle to insert the thread through the various holes. Allow your children to create a unique design. There's no right or wrong way to create this fun string art. Add a sentiment to the card's inside, and slip it into the adorably small envelope! 

Stop by tomorrow for even more ideas or head into Creations Galore at 3164 Coronet Way in Green Bay, Wisconsin for samples, supples, and more!

New Make N Takes - Create 3 Cards This Week

Hello Paper Crafters! It's time to share this week's Make N Takes with you. We have three new, gorgeous cards to create.

Haven't heard about our Make N Takes? Each week Creations Galore offers three new, gorgeous cards for you to create. Each card is only $2 and includes all the tools and materials needed to create it. Just bring along your own adhesive. This is perfect for beginner to advanced card makers. It's self paced with step-by-step instructions, someone is on hand to demonstrate if needed, and it always includes new products and techniques for everyone to try!

Stop into Creations Galore any time during store hours -- The Make N Take station is always open! We recommend coming in at least one hour before close. For more information, feel free to give us a call at (920) 983-0033. 

This weeks cards will be available until 4:00 PM on Saturday, February 14th. 

Card One: Happy Anniversary

SUPPLIES Cardstock, Vellum: Paper Cut. Stamps: Stampendous, Avery Elle. Inks: Archival Ink (Grape), VersaMark Watermark, Copic Markers. Embossing Powder: Ranger (Seafoam White). 

Card Two: Pizza My Heart

SUPPLIES Cardstock: Paper Cut, Copic (X-Press It Blending Card). Patterned Paper: Bella Blvd. Stamps: Lawn Fawn. Inks: Memento (Tuxedo Black), Copic Markers. 

Card Three: Happy Celebration

SUPPLIES Cardstock: Paper Cut, American Crafts. Patterned Paper: Reminisce. Stamps: Technique Tuesday. Ink: Marvy Matchables, VersaFine (Onyx Black). Die Cut: Cricut (Calendar). Punches: Becky Higgins Project Life (Rounded Corner).

February Class Schedule

Head over to our class calendar to see February's schedule at Creations Galore. There's several classes available this month, including Copic 101 and a Saturday Card Workshop. Simply click on any class on our schedule to see pictures, learn more, and register online. 

All classes at Creations Galore include all the supplies and tools needed to complete the course or project. In some cases, adhesive or personal photos may be required. Classes also include a 15% discount on all regular priced products the day of class (Creations Club members receive 20%). 

Click here to go to our class calendar. Happy February! 

What We're Loving This Week

Happy Sunday, Paper Crafters. It's that time of the week where we bring you a collection of the newest products to hit our shelves. Enjoy the post and stop in during store hours to see them up close! 

1. Premium Cardstock Packs / We're excited to add these affordable packs of 12x12 cardstock to our shelves. They come in a variety of color combos.

2. Tools Of The Trade / New daubers, replacement caps, no-clog tips, and droppers have arrived. 

3. New Distress Ink Colors / Candied Apple and Lucky Clover are here, along with the new Distress Ink Mini Set and markers. Stop in soon to explore the entire Distress line and find out more.

4. Valentine's Day Stamps / New Valentine's Day and love themed stamps arrive daily. Check out the newest selection and browse our samples. Grab the coupon and Buy One, Get One 1/2 Off.

5. Clearance Stamps / We've added clear stamp sets from JustRite to our clearance section. Hurry in to get a great deal.

6. Holiday Embossing Folders / We've got you covered for Valentine's Day, St. Patrick's Day, and Easter with these card making staples. 

YCRS Prize Winners

A BIG THANK YOU to everyone who attended Saturday's event. Your Craft Rummage Sale was a huge success, and we can't wait to share a recap of the event with you - Stop by the blog tomorrow to see all the pictures and learn more. We just couldn't wait to announce the giveaway winners, which is why we're here today! 

Jessica, we have a $25 gift certificate waiting for you. Lori, Becky, and Jenny, there's a free crop waiting for you and a friend. Woo hoo! Stop in soon to claim your prize. 

Distress Ink Background Technique

Today we're bringing a very quick tip using our favorite inks. If you haven't heard of Distress Inks, let's take a moment to tell you, GET TO CREATIONS GALORE FAST. We'd love to tell you in debt why we love them and allow you time to browse all of our samples. For today, we'll tell you that they are vibrant, water based inks that blend, stamp, and color. 

Using a foam applicator tool, we added Candied Apple Distress Ink to a piece of white cardstock. We then laid a stencil over the piece and spritzed water. The ink reacts to water and will appear lighter in the areas spritzed. This creates a subtle but gorgeous design. 

We couldn't resist creating a Valentine's Day card with the background, adding a doily for a fun embellishment. 

Buy One Stamp, Get One 1/2 Off

It's a new month, which means it's time for a new coupon here at Creations Galore. This month, purchase one stamp and take 50% off a second stamp of equal or lesser value. Valid on all rubber, wood mounted, cling, and clear stamps and sets. Take 50% off your fourth, sixth, and eighth stamp too! 

Click here to download the coupon. Print it or show it at checkout via your phone or tablet. Don't miss the newest arrivals for Valentine's Day, St. Patrick's Day, and Easter. For additional ways to save at Creations Galore, click here.