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Ultimate School Album 

Got Sketch goes Back to School with the introduction of the "Ultimate School Album!"  It's the “ultimate” because it covers Pre-K through 12th grade with lots of extras that can't be passed up.  

If you missed this popular 5-week workshop, here's your chance to get everything that was covered -- all in an instant download format.  

Hey sketch fans!  Whether it's the beginning or end of a school year, what better time to get busy working on a school album?  Get ahead of the class and complete your kids’ school albums now!  Just add the photos, report cards, and other memorabilia later as each grade is completed!  

We're not talking about just your average school-themed pages.  The goal is to have an entire school album completed, summarizing each school year from pre-school all the way up through 12th grade!    That's FOURTEEN sketch-based 12x12 double-page spreads (28 pages), plus printable pdfs galore of forms and templates to give the entire album a unified look.  Also, included are two additional single-page sketches for the album's title page and a graduation page to finalize the album.  This means 30 total scrapbook pages in this program alone!

Check out all the details by clicking here.

Updated Calendar Project Download

Creative Desktop Calendar Download

Newly Updated with 2011 & 2012 Calendars!!

PROMO:  Automatically Save $3.00 if purchased by 12/31/10. 

Set a date to make Valerie's Creative Desktop Calendar downloadable project!  It's one of Got Crafts' best-selling downloads!  

Get organized for the upcoming year and create a custom calendar for your desk or craft room. 

Get a jump-start on those Christmas gifts now!

Check out the details here.

Sweet Treats Packaging

Valentine's Day is fast approaching.  If you love to craft like I do, you're probably creating some fun projects for V-day.  I've already made some cards, and even altered some cute little "love notes" mailboxes for my kids.

 If you are looking for some cute packaging ideas, have you seen my "Treats for My Sweet" download?

It includes three adorable package ideas, patterns, and complete instructions.  You can also use these patterns as party favors or other seasonal themes.  I've used them for a variety of occasions.

Check out the details here.

I am offering a $4.00 discount on this download.

Just enter the code VALENTINE upon checkout.  It expires on 2/14/10.

Got Sketch 104 Download

NOW AVAILABLE AS AN INSTANT DOWNLOAD!!

If you missed the actual class last June '09, here's your chance to get everything that was covered -- all in an instant download format.

May of you have been waiting for this one!

Click here for the information page.

Fall is here...

This has to be my fave season!  I missed out on this while living in CA.

Now, it's one of the things I love about living in the midwest!

The leaves are starting to change colors... and it's almost time for us to go to the pumpkin patch.  The kids have so much fun.

Then, there's Halloween.  We'll be picking out the kids' costumes pretty soon, too.

Lauren wants to be a candy corn witch and Ian is still undecided on which superhero he'll be.  lol!  

Speaking of halloween, my Spooky Halloween Mini Book Download is available to showcase photos of your spooky traditions and cute little goblins.  Check it out!

Wanted to take this chance to greet my baby a VERY HAPPY BIRTHDAY. He's 7 today!!!

Off to have lunch with him at school.  :D

Have a great day, all!!

Another giveaway!

We're pleased to announce another wonderful addition to Got Crafts!

The talented Angelia Wigginton comes on board with an exclusive downloadable package to inspire you to use those scraps. We've seen her gorgeous work for many years. Now is your chance to learn from her expertise!

Introducing Playing with Scraps!

Click here to read the full details on why this download is not one to miss.

This is an instant download. At the end of the checkout process, your lesson can begin immediately.

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Free Download Giveaway:  Just leave a comment to this post by Wednesday, May 6 to be eligible for a random drawing.  Tell me if you have taken any Got Crafts or Got Sketch classes/downloads before?  What do you most like about them?  If you haven't, what's keeping you from trying them?

Or just say hello.  :D

Good luck!

And if the winner has already registered for the class, we will issue them a refund on their class fee OR be able to gift the pass to a dear friend of their choice.

By the way, Christy Tomlinson's class "Eye for Design | Color Creative" starts on Monday, May 4!

We just opened the private classroom last Friday.  I can already feel the excitement from the members.  If you have taken a Got Sketch class before, the format will be familiar.  It's great to be reunited with many friends and make new ones.

We are very thrilled to kick this class off tomorrow.  Janna, Christy, and I will be around throughout the duration of the class.  You will LOVE it.  When I say it is packed with content, I am not exaggerating.  This is a class you can apply to your design knowledge over and over and over.  The downloads are top-notch as you have come to expect from Got Crafts.  Plus, Christy releases some videos to further guide you.  It's awesome!

It's not too late to sign up.  In fact, because it is self-paced with no homework deadlines, you may sign up anytime during or even shortly after the class has ended.

Happy scrapping,

Drawing Winner

Thanks for those who participated in my desktop calendar download giveaway!

It was interesting to read all the comments you have about sewing.  There are many of you who haven't sewn outside of scrapbook pages.  We hope that you will give it a try when we incorporate some on our Got Crafts projects.  It's really quite fun!

Janna and I have many projects up our sleeves, and want to introduce new projects monthly.  Stay tuned to see what crafty things we are up to!  

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On to the drawing winner!

Congratulations to Sharon H!

We will be emailing you the details on how to access the private download to my desktop calendar project.  Enjoy!!

Holiday Cards Download Available

"Deck the Halls" Cards {Download Only}

Everyone who knows me knows that not only do I love to scrapbook, but I also LOVE to make cards! With the holidays quickly approaching, I found myself wanting to share my love for card-making with all of you -- and I’ve done just that with my Deck the Halls Card Kit.

This item is only for the downloadable instructions for SIX holiday hand-crafted cards. There will not be any products included in this purchase.

You will be directed to a step-by-step downloadable instructions, including full color photos, on how to make each of these cards. I’ve included some really fun card concepts in here including a gatefold card, a pocket card, and a gift card holder. Keep in mind these are designs that you can use over and over again, and not necessarily just for the holidays. Just substitute papers from your own stash and you can create a card to fit any occasion such as birthdays, congratulations, thank you, and much more!

Cost:  $12.00

Note: All emails regarding the downloadable instructions will be sent to the email addresses associated with the Paypal account you used to purchase the kit, unless otherwise noted. If you would like information sent to a different email address please note the new email address in the MESSAGE section of your payment or email us ASAP.