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Winter 2011

Your memories...your way!

Photos are the star...

All about the creativity... Fast and easy, but so cute...

Lots of embellishments and details...

This is the year…make your scrapbooking goals a reality!

Now that the relatives have gone home, the Christmas tree is down, and the gifts and decorations are put away, it’s time to start thinking about 2011 and your goals for the coming year. One important goal that should be on the top of everyone’s list is to finally start doing something with your photos and memories, and start scrapbooking. Or, if you’ve taken a break, start back up again. Why? Because your photos and memories are far too important to be tucked away in a box somewhere. Instead, create a scrapbook and enjoy those memories every day!

Scrapbooking connects your photos with the memories behind them. A random stack of photos or a folder of photos on your computer doesn’t tell the whole story like turning the pages of a beautiful scrapbook does! With each page, you, your family, even future generations can look at the photos and read the stories or details behind them. Relive that memorable trip to the beach, even if it’s the middle of winter. Remember your child’s first day of school, even after he’s all grown up. Reminisce about your daughter’s dance recitals, even if it’s been years since she last put on those ballet slippers. It only takes a little bit of time and a few supplies to create an album that will be loved and cherished for years to come, and most impor-tantly, your memories will never, ever be forgotten.

Scrapbooking means something different to everyone and there isn’t a “right” or “wrong” way to do it. Some may want an elaborate scrapbook to show off to family and friends, while others may want something that’s faster to put together but still tells the story. We’ve talked to many customers over the years and have noticed four common goals when it comes to scrapbooking: Make it simple, make it fast and easy, make an embellished scrapbook, and make a creative masterpiece.

Maybe you identify with one of these goals, or maybe you have a combination of a few of them. No matter what your goal is, this newsletter has the right products and helpful advice to help you meet it. With Archiver’s help, preserving your memories is a New Year’s resolution you can definitely stick to!

There’s no better time than now, so turn the page and get started. You’ll be so glad you did!

Make it simple!

Make it fast and easy!

Use fun embellishments and collections!

Make a creative masterpiece!

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We have a seat with your name on it!Archiver’s workshops and events are an ideal place to start the new year

right! Call or stop by a store to reserve your seat.

Going on now! $18Create nine adorable 3x3 cards using stamps, Copic markers, cool pens, Perfect Pearls mist, and more. Discover techniques

like dry embossing, making rosettes, stamping and heat embossing, and creating custom flowers, too.

Featuring Tim Holtz products

& many more!

Going on now! $20Create four amazing Valentine cards with a vintage twist. Learn multiple techniques, like heat embossing on Grungeboard,

creating custom flowers, die-cutting, using Perfect Pearls mist, and more. You’ll swoon over these cards!

Make it simple.

Make it fast and easy.

Make an embellished scrapbook.

Make a creative masterpiece.

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Stock up on adhesive!For a limited time, buy a Tombow adhesive runnerand get a refill (a $3.99 value), FREE! Choose a permanent, dot permanent, or vellum refill. Hurry in and take advantage of this offer while you can—starts January 1st!

Create-a-Calendar $25Make an entire calendar to

enjoy all year long!

One-of-a-Kind Wall Art $40A fun way to display photos

and memories!

Can’t make it to the workshop? Buy a kit!

A few seats are still available for these fabulous workshops!SAvE ThE dATE!Make & Take Weekendis February 18th-21stMake THREE free projects, see lots of inspiration, and more.

Mark your calendars because you don’t want to miss it!

Goal: Make the photos the star!• Display and showcase favorite photos in a way that really emphasizes them• Make my photos be the star of my scrapbook • Find an easy way to keep photos safe and organized

Start enjoying your photos! If you want to do something with your photos other than stare at them from a computer screen or flip through a pile of random snapshots, you’ve come to the right place. A scrapbook is an excellent way to display your prized photos and preserve them at the same time. By choosing a simple page design, your photos will really stand out and nothing will detract from their beauty. Simple pages are typically faster and easier to create than more complicated pages as well.

Keep your photos secure with the Picture Keeper! Plug it into any computer (PC or Mac) and it automatically finds and saves every photo on that computer, with no soft-ware to install. Available in several sizes, the Pro size holds up to 250,000 photos.* *Based on average picture size of 1MB

Store up to 48 disks in a handy Pioneer Cd binder. Burn copies of your photos to CDs or DVDs so you’ll always have a back-up in case disaster strikes.

Store your prints in Archiver’s acid-free, archival envelopes instead of the envelopes you received from your photo developer—they aren’t meant for long-term storage and can, in fact, harm your photos over time.

Archiver’s has products and ideas to showcase your photos, as well as smart solutions to keep them organized. Here are a few:

Paper is the building block for every scrapbook page. Archiver’s has lots of high-quality paper to showcase your photos—everything from cardstock in every color of the rainbow to patterned paper in nearly any design you can imagine.

Every scrapbooker needs a paper trimmer for straight, clean cutting of paper and photos. Invest in a quality trimmer that will stand up to constant use. Archiver’s has lots of trim-mers, such as this Tonic 12” guillotine style.

Sticker or rub-on letters are great for fast, easy page titles—just stick or rub them on. Or, for a little more dimension, choose self-adhesive American Crafts Thickers, available in lots of varieties like chipboard, foam, vinyl, and more.

Always use acid-free adhesive (such as Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L photo squares or 3M Scotch dot roller) in your scrapbooks. Acid is your photos’ worst enemy—over time, it will cause them to deteriorate. Newspaper and other memorabilia may not be acid-free, so spray them with Archival Mist before putting them in your albums.

Store your photo envelopes, loose pictures, and other memorabilia in Archiver’s Keepsafe archival boxes. Available in several sizes and colors, they’re acid-free and will protect your memories from deterioration.

Archiver’s color copierA great resource for any photo enthusiast is Archiver’s in-store, archival color copier. Make copies of heritage photos, fragile memorabilia, completed pages for multiple scrapbooks, and more in just seconds. Copies are printed using archival-quality paper and inks, meaning they won’t fade over time like copies from regular copy machines. In fact, when placed side-by-side, it’s hard to tell which is the copy and which is the original photo! Plus, you can enlarge, reduce, and even change photos to black and white or sepia, too.

Find a step-by-step blueprint for creating an entire 20-page,

simple scrapbook at www.archiversonline.com!

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Goal: Make it fast and easy!• Create scrapbook pages, but in a faster way • Want to be creative, but want it to be easy, too• Spend less time shopping and more time scrapbooking

Archiver’s theme baysArchiver’s theme bays make shopping for scrapbooking supplies easier! Organizing product by theme helps you find what you’re looking for, faster—no more hopelessly searching aisle-after-aisle trying to find what you need. Looking for papers for a baby scrapbook? Go to the “baby” theme bay and you’ll find all sorts of papers and embellishments that will work. Making a vacation album? Check out the “travel” section. There are 15 different theme bays, such as wedding, school, sports, travel, baby, and more.

If you are interested in scrapbooking, but think it takes too much time, we’ve got a secret for you—it doesn’t have to! Time is precious and between jobs, kids, activities, pets, errands, and more, sometimes there isn’t a lot of it to spare. That doesn’t mean that preserving your memories has to take a back seat, though. There are plenty of ways to preserve your photos and memories that don’t have to take hours and hours to do.

We R Memory Keepers binders are high-quality and come in lots of great colors. Pair them with pocket pages (in many styles to fit various photo sizes) or traditional scrapbook pages.

For a faster and easier way to scrapbook lots of photos, try We R Memory Keepers pocket pages. Slide your photos and journaling into the pockets and you’re done, or jazz them up more with embellishments. Several styles are available to fit multiple photo sizes (like 4x6, 5x7, and more). Mix and match to fit your photos!

For fast, easy page titles, turn to Jolee’s and Karen Foster design self-adhesive embellishments. Available in lots of fun styles, each title looks like it took hours to create, but all you had to do was stick it on the page.

Get the supplies to make a bunch of pages, all inside one kit! Page kits contain the paper and embellishments (and sometimes instructions, too) you need to make several pages. Plus, you can add cardstock to stretch the kit con-tents even further. Archiver’s has kits in nearly any theme you can think of!

Simple Stories kits are designed to perfectly fit We R Memory Keepers pocket pages. Cut apart the pieces, slide them in the pockets, add your photos, and your scrapbook is done. Or, take it to the next level by embellishing with stickers, patterned papers, and transparency overlays, also inside the kit. Two styles are available—check them out!

KI Memories calendar paper and month stickers are a fun way to scrapbook your memories, quickly. Choose a calendar paper for each month and write in your activities and special occasions, embellish with stickers, and include the corresponding photos in pocket pages. Make a page for each month and in no time, you’ll have a year of memories in your scrapbook!

Archiver’s has lots of shortcuts, products, and tips to help you fit scrapbooking into your busy life! here are a few:

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Find instructions and shopping lists for these projects and more at www.archiversonline.com.

Page above uses Jolee’s Boutique self-adhesive title, American Crafts Thickers, and ribbon.

Layout to the right uses KI Memories calendar paper and stickers, and My Mind’s Eye paper.

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Find a step-by-step guide to designing an entire album

with Simple Stories atwww.archiversonline.com!

Goal: Make beautifully embellished scrapbook pages!• Create beautiful scrapbook pages that I can show off to family and friends• Figure out where to start—I have thousands of photos• Enjoy the creative process just as much as preserving the memories

Archiver’s FREE Friday and Saturday CropsScrapbooking and socializing—it’s the perfect combination! Join other people who enjoy scrapbooking as much as you do at Archiver’s Friday and Saturday Crops, held from 5-11 p.m. Our workroom features comfy chairs, plenty of space to spread out, and the entire store of products and inspira-tion at your fingertips. Pay a $5 reservation fee and receive a $5 merchan-dise voucher when you arrive. Schedule a night or two every month to do something you enjoy!

If you want to share and preserve your memories, while being creative at the same time, traditional scrapbooking is for you! Create more elaborate pages, layered with products, creative techniques, and special touches that will complement your photos and memories. Don’t worry about scrapbooking every photo you have—instead, focus on your favorites, photos from a recent event or trip, or the special stories you really want to get down on paper and go from there. You don’t need to start from the beginning!

Use a collection—where all the papers and embellishments match—for beautiful layouts. Archiver’s has tons of collections to choose from, like the NEW My Mind’s Eye Fine & Dandy collection. It includes two color groups—Tickled Pink and True Blue,

each with double-sided paper, cute embellishments, and even 6x6 paper pads!

die-cut page titles, shapes, and more with a die-cutting machine like the Sizzix Big Shot. Adhere your small die-cuts and other embellishments easily (and with zero mess) using the Xyron Create-a-Sticker. Drop your die-cut in the top, pull the bottom strip, and adhesive is added to the back.

Use quality adhesives to ensure your memories stay stuck on the page! MyStik adhesive runners can be customized using paper or photos, or, for larger jobs, try the Scotch 3M Advanced Tape Glider. Many more adhesives are available, too.

Everyone needs some inspiration from time-to-time, so grab a few new idea books to keep your creative juices flowing.


Keep your scrapbooking supplies neat and tidy with our stylish storage solutions. No matter what supplies you have—large or small, few or many—we have a way to organize them for home or on-the-go!

Archiver’s has endless inspiration and the creative products and resources scrapbookers can use to tell their stories. Here are just a few:

Shown here: Clip-it-Up, Cropper Hopper Sticker Stadium, Neatnix tool box and bucket, and Keepsafe by Archiver’s boxes

Page on left uses BasicGrey Jovial papers and embellishments, and QuicKutz dies Page on right uses BasicGrey Wander papers and embellishments

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Goal: It’s all about creativity!• Express and show off my inner artist• Learn lots of new and exciting techniques• Focus on the crafting, artistic side of scrapbooking

Archiver’s classes and workshopsLearn new techniques and make really cool projects in Archiver’s workshops! There’s something for everyone and every style. You’ll use the latest products and expose yourself to new ideas, while having a lot of fun, too. Plus, we have FREE classes in scrapbooking, stamping, and more if you’re looking to try something new or want a refresher. Call any store or stop by to reserve your seat!

Scrapbooking isn’t only about preserving memories—it’s about creativity, too! Bring your personal creativity into your scrapbooks by layering lots of color and texture, trying new techniques, and infusing your style into the design. Make each page a work of art that repre-sents you and your style, whether it’s altered art-inspired, vintage-inspired, or anything else. Or, go beyond the scrapbook page and try creating mini albums and other paper-crafting projects, too. Get your hands messy and have fun doing it!

Archiver’s is a dream come true for anyone who wants to inject more creativity into their scrapbooks. There is no shortage of products and ideas to choose from! here are a few:

Find a huge selection of the latest and greatest Tim Holtz products, including stamps, Distress Ink, Grungeboard, the Tiny Attacher, and more. Add lots of color and sheen with our rainbow of Tattered Angels Glimmer Mists and Perfect Pearls Mists, too.

Create albums from paper, chipboard, postcards, and anything else you want using the We R Memory Keepers Cinch binding tool. Coordinating chipboard covers and spirals (including four NEW colors) are available as well.

Use the GCd Chip Art handle, metal dies, mallet, and pounding block to create designs in chipboard. Leave as-is, paint, or give it an antique look with a mixture of Mod Podge and paint. There are lots of possibilities!

The Tim Holtz Vagabond is a heavy-duty die-cutting machine, featuring an industrial-strength motor capable of cutting cardstock, chipboard, Grungeboard, acrylic, and more. There’s not a creative challenge this machine can’t face! Pair it with Tim Holtz vintage-inspired dies, or dry emboss using Tim Holtz Texture Fades.

Idea books are a great way to push your creativity further, see new ideas, and learn new techniques! Tim Holtz’s A Compendium of Curiosities includes step-by-step photos and inspiration galore. Or, check out any of our other idea books from our huge selection.

A wooden handle and foam pad is an easy way to ink paper edges and more, and a Tim Holtz spinner is a unique way to store your handles. Consider having a dedicated handle and foam pad for each ink color you have.


Page on left uses Tim Holtz paper, American Crafts rose ribbon, and Canvas Home Basics canvas heartTray below is created with a 7gypsies ATC tray and assorted papers and embellishments

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Made with lots of LOVE!

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner! This year, show your loved ones how much you care with handmade cards and gifts, made from the heart. Archiver’s

has all the Valentine products and ideas you need to create to your heart’s content!

Who can resist a sweet treat? Package your sugary delights in boxes or jars, decorated using patterned paper and embellishments. Or, make your own boxes from any paper you want using the Martha Stewart Scoring Board. Include a pretty little card for a gift that will sweep them off their feet!

Make an extra-meaningful card to give to your sweetheart. With stamps and ink, die-cuts, punches, and other creative supplies, you can create a card that’s a true work of “heart”. Best of all, your Valentine will admire and proudly keep it forever.

Your Valentine project doesn’t have to take hours in order for it to be special. Choose a simple card design using patterned paper and matching embel-lishments, or create a fast stamped tag to hang from a gift. Or, try a 3x3 mini card, decorated with easy punches or self-adhesive embellishments.

Let your friends know how much you value them with a lovely card. Dry emboss a fun pattern on your card using the Sizzix Texture Boutique, or dress your design up with stamps and embellishments.

Use a collection to make lots of adorable projects. Decorate jars, pails, bags, or easy candy bar wrappers using the coordinating patterned papers and fun embellishments. Don’t forget to include a mini card, too!

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Get them done, fast! Sign up for our Very Valentine

Mini Card Workshop and make nine adorable cards using tons of great

products and techniques. See page 1 for more details.

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Enchanted collection from Imaginisce

Cupcake Love collectionfrom Little Yellow Bicycle

Dino-Roar collection from Imaginisce

Harry Potter collection from Creative Imaginations

Imaginisce Petal Roller Roll your way to beautiful, handmade flower embellishments! McGill Paper

Blossoms punchesLayer punched shapes to create

lots of different flowers! 1. Punch out shapes from paper using

punch.2. Color each petal and leaf using Copic

markers.3. Using cushioned mat and stylus, mold

into petal shapes.4. Pinch the ends of each piece

using the reverse tweezer tool.5. Glue pieces together in the middle, using

the snowflake shape as the base.6. The result—a realistic-looking flower

embellishment!

Add a touch of sparkle to any project with transparent, acid-free Spica glitter pens, from the

makers of Copic markers. Features a no-clog tip, too!

Hero Arts’ new 2011 stamp release has arrived, with nearly 40 new stamp styles to choose from.

*Must spend $20 after coupons and before tax. Not valid on clearance product. Limit one catalog per customer. While supplies last. In stores only.

Functional and cute—it’s a winning combination! Create a stylish mini book with the help of a Pinecone Press kit. The supplies and instructions are right inside

the package.

Now at Archiver’s—ArtBin storage pieces! We especially like the horizontal pen storage because it’s large enough to fit dual-tipped pens and markers and features a lock-

ing latch.

Creativity begins at Archiver’s!No matter what your style or what you want to create, you’ll find the latest prod ucts and hot techniques at Archiver’s. Here’s just a preview of what’s hot right now!

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Step 1:Punch out pre-cut

flower shape from pack.

Step 2:Roll, using Petal Roller tool.

Step 3:Adhere, for a cute flower

embellishment!

Spend $20* on Hero Arts products and you’ll get the new catalog, full of

inspiration, FREE. Hurry—there aren’t many left!

24 pieces to choose from!




Learn two cool ways to make flowers at our FREE demo Weekend, January 12th-17th!

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