The 5 Minute Studio J Layout

  Have you submitted your layouts and taken advantage of the perfect 10 promotion going on now for Studio J members? Now through the end of the month when you order 9 layouts you get the 10th layout FREE! Order 18 layouts and get layout 19 & 20 for FREE! Can you just imagine how good it will feel to have 20 new layouts in your album? 20 events in your life preserved forever? 20 stories documented? It is a good feeling I can assure you.

  The great thing about Studio J is that your layouts can be as elaborate or simple as you like and still look amazing. The layout I wanted to share with you today is one of my 5 minute layouts. It was so easy and quick but with the perfect paper and a few toggle accessories (those are the ones already added to the layout and you just pick the colors) this layout was done. I didn't even add journaling because the pictures say everything that needs to be said. Get started this weekend and in no time you will have 10 or even 20 layouts ready to order.
  Not a member yet? Here are the details: There are two membership options available to choose from: a monthly membership that you pay for the first 3-month up front ($30) and then monthly thereafter ($10/month) or a 1-year membership for $99 - best value.


Membership benifits include: 

• Free shipping on one order per month (between 4 and 20 2-page layouts)! That's a $7.95 value! 
• Member's pricing on layouts is only 6.50 with is half price. 
• Memberships give you access to "Members Only" layout patterns and paper kits. WOO HOO!
• Members only promotions like this month's Perfect 10 Promotion!

You can purchase a membership either right from your Studio J account or by contacting me. 

Top 10 Wish List!

I thought it would be fun to create a top 10 must have items from the Autumn/Winter 2011 idea book. All of these items would make great Christmas gifts for yourself or you crafting loved one. To ensure delivery before Christmas, orders must be placed by Monday, December 12th.  This catalog is going to be gone before you know it and I would hate for anyone to miss out on the amazing products available until the end of January. So here we go. . .



Number 10: Dark Chocolate Striped Grosgrain Ribbon - Thank goodness this ribbon comes in bulk! I have used this ribbon on so many projects! The ribbon is 1 1/4" wide and there are 5 fabulous yards on every spool! $6.95





Number 9: Kraft Die-Cut cards and Envelopes - It was tough to decided between these and the White Daisy Die-cut cards and envelopes. I went with the Kraft cards because I love that your card is half done just because the base is so fun. I love the scallop flap and the kraft color of these cards. $6.95




Number 8: Bling Assortment - There were so many new accessories that it was hard to pick a favorite so I went with what every girl wants and that is some bling! This set comes with 18 pieces (12 buttons in 2 different sizes, 6 pins) and is only $4.95!





Number 7: Consultant Kit - Many of the things on my list can be found in the new Consultant kit and Add-On collections.  If you need one of everything this is the way to go. Get a great kit for a great value and then continue to buy the products you love with your consultant discount! The consultant kit is just $99.00 ($280 retail value) and the add-on collections are only $40 each ($80 - $130 value)!






Number 6: Trinity Alphabet - I can't even count how many times I have used this E-size alphabet set. What a bargain there are actually 3 different sized complete alphabets on the one 8 1/2" x 11" carry sheet. $29.95






Number 5: Magic and Wishes how-to books - If you want to create beautiful layouts every time then just open up the Magic book! I continue to find great inspiration on every page.  I love the interactive layout ideas that make this book completely unique.  I have been making a lot more cards lately and the Wishes Card Confidence book is my go to source for gorgeous card ideas! I can't say enough good things about both of these books! $21.95 each.

Number 4: Dreamin' Workshop on the go kit - I have to say that the Dreamin' paper is my favorite. I couldn't stop there. The exclusive stamp set that only comes in the workshop on the go Dreamin' kit is also fabulous and I am a HUGE fan of the Glitz Glitter Gel and the Shimmer Designer brads as well. So get it all in one pack by picking up the Deramin' Workshop on the go kit. $29.95





Number 3: Love Life stamp set - This is by far my very favorite stamp set in the whole catalog! LOVE IT!! $17.95








Number 2: Studio J 12-Month Membership - You know I love Studio J and with all the benefits of a membership you just have to have one! Get caught up on  your family's story. What a great gift as well. $99.00








Number 1: Cricut Art Philosophy Collection! - I have been using my cartridge a ton more then I expected. I have loved the convenience of quickly cutting out a shape and having my stamp fit perfect on it.  I also can't say enough about the 3-D flowers! $99.00

Can I throw in a few honorable mentions?

 There are a couple of great tools that I use every time I make any paper crafts. If I don't have these 3 tools I really miss them. They are the VersaMat (14.50), the Micro-Tip Scissors (9.95) and the new clear 14" Ruler (9.95) that also has guide holes for evenly spaced stitching holes. I also use the guide holes to poke holes for evenly spaced brads.  These items make great stocking stuffers for the crafters on your list.

  All the items on my top ten list can be purchased on my website or by contacting me. (iotamaker@gmail.com 435.787.0125)

Digital Scrapbooking Studio J: Back to School

   School is a great milestone in every child's life. It is a great time to take pictures. The shoes are shiny, the cloths have never been washed and if you are like me you make sure their hair is styled and cute (give it a few months or even weeks and you are just glad they made it to school with it brushed out and in a pony tail). Now among all the busy new responsibilities like homework, fall soccer and piano lessons those pictures could sit on your computer and/or memory card for months even years before you get to printing them. OR you could upload them to Studio J and quickly create beautiful layouts that will be in their albums before they have grown out of those new shoes and cloths!  I like option B.

 To help you out I have even created step by step instructions to walk you through recreating the 3rd layout I made for Mikele's back to school pictures. Just save and print the images below (with the instructions), hop on to Studio J and get your back to school pictures scrapbooked in hardly anytime at all.

Don't have a Studio J account yet? No worries...it's EASY! To create an account and make layouts is absolutely free. There are a few cost options to order your layouts.

• You can purchase a membership. There are two memberships available to choose from: a 3-month membership or a 1-year membership. In my opinion, becoming a member is the way to go! It allows you free shipping on one order per month (between 4 and 20 2-page layouts)! That's a $7.95 value! You also get a GREAT savings on the price per layout than if you were to purchase them without a membership. Finally, memberships give you access to "Members Only" layout patterns and paper kits. WOO HOO!
• You can purchase a 5-pack. This is five 2-page layouts as well as the shipping for them included (all 5 must be ordered at once).
• You can pay for your layouts one at a time. I don't recommend this one. In the long run you are paying much more per layout and don't get the perks of "Members Only" kits and patterns, nor do you get one free shipment per month. But, just to let you know, this is an option. LOL.

For more details, to try it out for FREE, and to see answers to Frequently Asked Questions, click here.