Scrapbooking Giveaway Day
This week the lucky winner of the Friday giveaway will receive access to the Hitchhiker’s Guide to Scrapbooking class, hosted at Two Peas in a Bucket, and also the bonus video Layering for Hitchhikers, which is free for those who sign up through shimelle.com by the 8th of March. Find more details on Layering for Hitchhikers here.
The Hitchhikers guide to scrapbooking is a class designed to steer you in the right direction when you get into a scrapping slump, when you are drowning in a sea of scrapbook supplies and a plethora of photos, and are wishing things just came together easily. Over five chapters, forty-two brand new scrapbook pages and easy-to-follow advice on choosing supplies, designing pages, embellishing your work and writing your memories.
To enter, just leave a comment on this post describing what you do when you get into a scrapbooking slump.
Entries close at midnight Thursday UK time and the winner will be posted Friday evening, so be sure to check back to see if it’s your lucky day!
Good luck!
This week we have TWO winners!
Congratulations to ‘Jenny’ who wins the gift certificate for Two Peas and congratulations to ‘Tape’ who wins the basic grey collection pac
Jenny, Tape, Please email me (shimelle at gmail dot com) with your address.
There’s a new giveaway every Friday night, so check back next week for another chance to win just by leaving a comment.
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24 February 2012, 16:21
Oh yes please! would love to have the chance to do your class, in a slump at the moment but isn’t everyone at the end of winter. hopefully some sun will energize me and my mojo!!
24 February 2012, 16:23
This is going to sound like a big suck up but when in a slump I just sign up for another class and off I go again. Thanks for the giveaway Shimelle.
24 February 2012, 16:27
I really don’t mean to suck up to you, Shimelle, but stopping by at your blog always inspires me. I look for some details in your layouts that I like, then I gather pretty paper around me, sprinkle fotos on top and everything falls in its place.
24 February 2012, 16:27
In the past I would go to a scrapbook or art store, look at all the pretty goodies, buy a few “essentials” (HA) and begin again. However, these days I just go with it. Play with pictures, rummage through drawers and somewhere along the way it comes back full force. I am currently in a slump & think I may need to take a class (my first!) and get re-inspired. Thanks for the giveaway!
24 February 2012, 16:29
I’m not really sure because my current streak has been going on for years and before that I didn’t scrapbook regularly enough to have any slumps… or was it all one big slump?
I scrap every week. I take inspiration from challenges, new products, photos and memories. I take lots of classes, I go to crops. I have a crafty blog. I think all of these things keep me from losing my mojo!
24 February 2012, 16:31
I’m currently in a scrapbooking slump which left my lying on the couch all day…the plan, however, is to start crafting first thing tomorrow morning-my fave time to craft.
24 February 2012, 16:33
I usually look through my pictures and I will get a spark for an idea, then I write it down and go from there.
24 February 2012, 16:33
As a hardened Douglas Adams fan I just have to do this class… now where’s my towel?
24 February 2012, 16:35
When I’m in a slump, I gather a couple of photos that inspire me, and then I pick a collection of papers from 1 manu that match the photos. I then head to the manufacturer’s blog and search for a layout by a dt member using the line I picked. I begin by trying to scraplift the page exactly. Sometimes, I make close to an identical copy, but most of the time this process gets me out of my slump and I create something totally different than the page I decided to lift!
24 February 2012, 16:37
When I get in a slump I turn to the internet to devour every video I can find at places like Two Peas! If that doesn’t work, I have to step away from it for a bit and take the pressure off of crafty self.
24 February 2012, 16:39
if I am stock with a project it often helps me looking at other peoples work,I just found this site rescently and have spent a lot of hours watchin videos here – great
24 February 2012, 16:40
Whenever I get in a slump, I head over to my local scrap store and browse. They have tons of samples all over the store. It’s like having a free scrap magazine! :)
24 February 2012, 16:42
When I get into a slump which I always do, I check out my pins on pinterest, I also check out the videos by 2Peas and refer to Pagemaps websites for sketches, the other materials from classes I’ve participated.
24 February 2012, 16:43
Hi Shimelle, what a fantastic giveaway! When I get stuck in a slump I go blog hoping and then onto pin interest for instant inspiration! Thanks for the chance to win.
Hugs Lynsey x
24 February 2012, 16:43
wow! i would so love a spot in this class.
24 February 2012, 16:46
When I get in a slump I usually find inspiration by looking through my photos and either going to my local scrapbooking store and looking through all the fabulous supplies or by looking at scrapbook pages online. Looking through my own albums also helps. By doing any combination of those things, the spark usually quickly ignites.
24 February 2012, 16:48
Shimelle: When I’m in a slump, I first go to blog reader (where your blog lives) and look at some of my favorite blogs. Then I go to Pinterest and look for ideas. Finally, I like to scrap with my 9-year-olds as they are both artistic and very creative.
24 February 2012, 16:49
When I’m in a scrapping slump lately I’ve been hitting the Two Peas gallery… There are so many great ideas there and I can usually combine a few things to make a unique layout of my own!
24 February 2012, 16:51
Sometimes when I’m in a slump I take pictures. My pictures inspire me to scrapbook!!
24 February 2012, 16:53
Usually a few new papers brings me out of a scrapbook slump. With blog’s, UKS, 2peas and pinterest it’s not long before the slump is over.
Your new class sounds fantastic too :) xx
24 February 2012, 16:54
I usually take an online class, so this giveaway is perfect!
24 February 2012, 16:58
When I’m in a slump, I grab a friend and we go to our LLS to scrap. Sometimes, I just need to get out of the house to scrap.
24 February 2012, 17:02
When what little scrapbooking mojo I have totally deserts me, the first thing I do is head on over to Shimelle.com and take a look at the Scrapbook Starting Points posts. Works every time!
24 February 2012, 17:03
this class is so awesome, i am excited about this giveaway becaus i would be giving it to my sister to join in, yay!
24 February 2012, 17:13
Got an email about this class earlier in the week & it sounds fab!
When I’m feeling a bit stuck or uninspired I take a short break, rummage about in my stash, look through my sketchbook then go back to my project with a few new ideas.
24 February 2012, 17:14
Oh, but I would love to win a spot in this class! Thanks for a chance to win one!
24 February 2012, 17:16
That sounds great. Hope you pick me… :-)
24 February 2012, 17:19
When I get in a slump I like to look online for inspiration. This class sounds perfect to help me! Thanks for the chance to win a spot.
24 February 2012, 17:30
As of late I find tons of inspiration on Pinterest. Besides scrapbook layouts, this site as plenty of eye candy in fashion, home decor, art projects, font styles, and some much more. The boards are constantly updating and so fresh ideas to spark my creativity are only a mouse click away.
24 February 2012, 17:34
Go to Pinterest!!!! That is the first thing I do now whenever the inspiration is missing! I would love to win this workshop!!! Thanks for the chance!
24 February 2012, 17:36
I browse online galleries and blogs. Sometimes I do that a bit too much and don’t get anything scrappy done though!
24 February 2012, 17:38
Thanks for the chance to win, Ive been eyeing up this since it was announced on two peas. When Im in a slump I usually rewatch two peas videos on youtube – lately its been your 4×6 photo love ones :)
24 February 2012, 17:57
Classes and Pinterest are my go-to ideas. I would SO love to win this class… thanks for the chance!
24 February 2012, 18:02
I would LOVE to win this!! The class looks amazing. :) When I get in a scrappy slump, I search around for inspiration online…
24 February 2012, 18:13
I often start with a new group of pictures to get out of a slump – or I turn to sketches. Your new class sounds great!
Rinda
24 February 2012, 18:15
Can’t wait for this class! Currently in an abysmal slump brought about by confusion with so many beautiful papers. I think I need a class :-)
24 February 2012, 18:32
I browse around on 2peas and maybe call a friend.
24 February 2012, 18:34
I still sit at my desk and just shuffle paper and embellishment and my HUGE stack of photos when I can’t get creative and make that layout. A class would be a great boost for those times.
24 February 2012, 18:34
When I get in a slump I pick a fairly easy (but cute!) layout to scraplift. It seems as though doing a layout without having to think too much always gets my creative juices flowing.
24 February 2012, 18:46
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24 February 2012, 19:21
To get out of slump, I check online galleries to check out layouts or thumb thru a scrappy mag. Thanks for the chance to win!!!
24 February 2012, 19:29
When I’m in a slump I just surf the net for inspiration. There are so many great blogs and online stores and manufacturers blogs that I get ideas from including yours! Thanks for a chance to win your class. I really enjoyed your Pretty Paper class.
24 February 2012, 19:30
Oh would love love love to win this. I usually go to my magazines first to find some inspiration and will often scraplift just to get the creative juices flowing again.
24 February 2012, 19:37
I would love to win this! when I’m in a slump, I would watch videos on two peas garden girls has posted. always jumps start for me. thanks for a chance.
24 February 2012, 19:53
I love a good sketch to help me out of a slump. Though sometimes I also just take a break. :) Would love to win your new class, it looks like fun!
24 February 2012, 20:02
when i’m in a slump, i look to websites or my sketch file for inspiration. your class looks amazing. thanks for the chance to win!
24 February 2012, 20:30
When I get a creative block I do a number of different things:
•look through all my favorite blogs for ideas to case
•check my folders where I store ideas I have torn out of magazines
•go to by boards on pinterest. I only have a few so far as I only joined last week but I’m sure this will change soon!
•watch my favorite videos on You Tube.
24 February 2012, 20:38
Yahoo! I would love to win your class! I’m joining no matter what because it looks awesome. Thanks!
24 February 2012, 20:41
I start to surf thru all my saved screen shots of sample layouts on my iPad. I could definitely use this class.
24 February 2012, 21:04
When I’m in a slump I look to blogs and videos for inspiration and the occasional online class. Thanks for the chance to win!
24 February 2012, 21:04
I’d love to win this week’s giveaway – thanks for this chance. Your class promo is great – I’ll have to join up anyway!
24 February 2012, 21:09
the first thing I do when I’m in a slump is clean my desk!
24 February 2012, 21:16
Pick me! Pick me!
24 February 2012, 21:20
I do find my mojo missing sometimes, I hate it! I’d love to take your class, it sounds like the perfect solution!
24 February 2012, 21:43
Wow! I’m waiting for this chance!
For me, I would take a break, do somethings that are non scrapbooking related, like watch my favourite movie or read a book, take a good shower and have a dinner with friend. When i come back to my scrapping desk, I will feel more creative :)
Thanks Shimelle! Looking forward to attending ur online class :D
24 February 2012, 22:21
When I’m in a slump, I start looking through old copies of Digital Scrapbooking magazine, and my thumbnails of templates that I own. Seeing how someone else has put a great looking layout together always sets something loose in my brain. :)
24 February 2012, 22:33
When I get into a scrapbooking slump I do other crafts like lately I’ve been making duct tape crafts like wallets an bows. Soon enough I’m ready to do a scrapbooking page again.
24 February 2012, 22:55
Actually – i re-run Shimelle and Nicole Mcgiurk videos and i sift through my phtos.
I do wish to win! thanks for the chance!
Jo
24 February 2012, 23:43
When I get into a slump I like to check out the blogs of my favourite scrapbookers. Thanks for the opportunity to win the class!
25 February 2012, 00:07
When I get into a slump, I try something new, such as a new technique or approach.
25 February 2012, 00:09
When I get into a slump, I like to watch video tutorials (yours are great, by the way), peruse online galleries and sometimes, hit the scrapbook store and buy some supplies. Usually, one or all of those things will pull me right out of the slump!
25 February 2012, 01:10
Fantastic class which would suit my mojo or lack of it at the moment.
25 February 2012, 01:30
I go through my ‘ideas’ file where I keep layouts I’ve found online that I love and try and take elements from some of them for a layout.
25 February 2012, 01:34
I usually clean up my scrappin space or bake something. That usually get’s me in the mood to scrapbook. =)
25 February 2012, 01:51
I’m in a slump at the moment but that’s caused by the fact I’m working full time as a teacher for the first time in nine years- what I need is a couple of hours to myself to get into my craft room uninterrupted by my children to get me out of the slump
25 February 2012, 01:57
I love your classes Shimelle. And the Douglas Adams tribute! See you at the Crop at the End of the Universe.
25 February 2012, 02:14
Fabulous giveaway as always. If I’m in a slump I grab a sketch or watch one of your video’s!
25 February 2012, 02:22
My scrapbook supplies keep piling up.. I seem to be more into card-making these days than scrapbooking. But it was with scrapbooking it all started and I so need a bump to get back to creating albums for my girls. I think a class like this would be very helpful ♥
25 February 2012, 02:25
This class looks so good. If I am feeling uninspired I look for a sketch or challenge to get me back on track. I have started ‘pinning’ sketches for easy reference. Or I go and watch a YouTube video of one of my fav scrappers.
25 February 2012, 02:30
I’ll look through my photo stash and usually a picture will stand out that just “needs” to be scrapped! That or doing a little shopping at 2peas and seeing all the inspiration there!
25 February 2012, 02:33
The class sounds too good to be true for a geek girl like me :)
When I’m in a scrapbooking slump I reorganize my stash. SUddenly I find loads (at least 42) of stuff I love and forgot I had, that were bought for a special projects. Reminding myself about the projects I wanted to do always makes me excited again and I get going!
25 February 2012, 02:38
When I’m in a scrapbooking slump I look through old albums for inspiration and browse my favourite scrapping blogs ~ always works a treat! Thanks for the chance to win.
25 February 2012, 03:01
I always browse the internet when I am stuck for inspiration….it works everytime :)
25 February 2012, 03:22
I sit in my rocking chair and plan most of the layout in my head. Sometimes that takes a week! But then the actual process is pretty quick.
25 February 2012, 03:29
oh yes, this is a great giveaway. Would be so happy to get a chance!
Many greetings,
Inga
25 February 2012, 03:36
Usually when I’m in a creative slump I tidy and reorganise. That ends up with me finding things I had forgotten, clippings with ideas on and eventually I’m creating when I should be tidying!
Thanks for the chance to win!
** Kate **
25 February 2012, 03:48
I go through my Delicious list of favourite layouts.
25 February 2012, 04:02
I look to you for inspiration Shimelle!
25 February 2012, 05:24
Whenever I feel stuck I look for inspiring sketches in the internet. Browsing through Pinterest helps, too!
25 February 2012, 05:40
Love your classes would be great to take part in this one too please
25 February 2012, 05:45
Looks like another fabulous class! Thanks for the giveaway!
25 February 2012, 05:56
Would love the chance to do your class! When I’m in a slump I turn to Pinterest – I have lots of layouts and sketches pinned so loads of inspiration to draw from :D
25 February 2012, 06:00
To be honest, I rarely ‘slump’, Scrapbooking is what i do when the rest of my life is in a slump! But I’d love to join in with Hitchhikers!
25 February 2012, 06:02
Whenever I get into a slump I browse my pinterest boards or the galleries at twopeas or the blogs of scrappy people. Usually I find something that inspires me, often I end up lifting a LO or two to get my mojo back.
25 February 2012, 06:18
If I find myself short of creative mojo I find a few minutes online either in the galleries or YouTube usually gets my gears out of neutral! I would LOVE to win a spot in your class Shimelle! Thanks so much for the opportunity!
25 February 2012, 06:23
I am in a major slump at the moment – I have barely scrapped any pages since May 2011. I’m hoping it was just down to a very busy summer, autumn and winter!!! I can’t wait to get going again so this class sounds really exciting :D
25 February 2012, 06:30
What a wonderful opportunity, I am in a slump now and haven’t made one scrappy page yet this year! Sometimes a class will get me going, or looking over a previous one, trying a sketch or scanning inspiration via blogs. Fingers crossed I am lucky enough to win this class xxx
25 February 2012, 06:50
I would sooo love to win a seat in your class! I’m enjoying Glitter Girl’s Adventures and can only imagine what a whole class would be like :) Right now when I get in a slump I either walk away for a bit or start working on a different project.
25 February 2012, 07:04
I generally just take a break for a while when I feel I’m in a slump. Thanks so much for the chance – I would love a spot in your class!!
25 February 2012, 07:19
When I am in a slump I usually go blog hopping for some ideas and inspiration or take out an old issue of a magazine.
25 February 2012, 07:29
I make kits when I hit a slump. It really gets me going with a clear ming. I would love to win your class. Thanks for sharing! Mary
25 February 2012, 07:30
I seem to be in a permanent slump at the moment, but when I’m in need of Inspiration. I organise a crop with my two scrappy friends and shout for help!
Thanks for the chance to win!
25 February 2012, 07:42
I alternate scrapbook pages with cards and that helps to keep from getting stuck. On-line galleries also provide ideas on different topics to scrapbook.
25 February 2012, 08:20
Love your classes. Thanks for the chance to win!!!
25 February 2012, 08:32
I’d love a chance to take your class. It would be so helpful cuz it takes me awhile to get going in my scrapbooks.
25 February 2012, 08:32
I usually try to do a challenge on my favorite blogs, browse my collection of bookmarked layouts at Two Peas, or pull something out from my collection of idea books.
25 February 2012, 08:38
When in a slump I start surfing the internet, or go take a look at classes I’ve taken or start looking for a new class to take….
25 February 2012, 08:41
When I’m in a slump, I pull out a sketch or do a scraplift. Those seem to help get the creative juices flowing again. Thanks so much for the chance to win.
25 February 2012, 08:44
If there is no mojo, I always start from a sketch! This helps me going back to where the creative juices flow! Great class Shimelle! xxx
25 February 2012, 08:47
I just watch Two Peas videos and the inspiration flows.
25 February 2012, 08:54
I head to visualizeUs where I post layouts I’ve seen in different blogs and scroll through them until something sparks my creativity again. Usually my layout looks nothing like the inspiration, but it gets me going!
25 February 2012, 09:12
I truly go to my top Blog sites for inspiration: Shimelle (all things shimelle 4×6 photo love and glitter girl are two of my favs, May Flaum, she is “Just do it! Have fun! Tell Your story! You are the only one who has to like it!” I also sit down and organize, write down what events, stories I want to scrap; make a list and get after it!” Wow! didn’t realize I did all this…. Thanks!
25 February 2012, 09:15
I love the idea of this class Shimelle! When I’m in a slump, I blog hop in my Reader. Seeing what everyone else is creating gets me excited to create something of my own :)
25 February 2012, 09:21
What an awesome class, I would love to win!!
25 February 2012, 09:38
When I’m in a slump, it’s usually because I’m feeling like all my pages look alike, so I browse the layout galleries, work from sketches or try to find new techniques to try out.
Sounds like a great class. Thanks for sharing.
25 February 2012, 10:26
Whenever I get into a slump I simply walk away. That may sound strange but I find that if I leave my craft room and go and do other things (like all those chores that tend to stack up while I’m crafting!) my brain still stays with my project and mentally moves things around on the page. Sometimes it may take a couple of days but eventually, my brain says “a ha! now I know what you need to do” and we’re off and running again! While I’m not folding laundry and doing dishes, I also blog surf and read magazines. Those two things can help jump start my brain!
25 February 2012, 10:27
When I get into a scrapbooking slump I go out looking for inspiration in online galleries, Pinterest, sketches, etc. I also go through my supplies and re-organize things so I am touching pretty stuff until it sparks a trigger.
BTW, 42 is the answer to EVERYTHING! :)
25 February 2012, 10:43
With a brain the size of a planet I’ve plenty of room to absorb another class from Shimelle ;o)
25 February 2012, 10:54
I love online inspiration-especially blogs and Pinterest!
25 February 2012, 10:54
When I’m in a slump I grab my camera (and towel!) and get out and about. The colours and shapes of the landscape, the goings-on of family and friends – all inspire me. Your classes Shimelle are guaranteed to wake up my mojo!
And a bypass (on the A96) has just been built next to my house…
25 February 2012, 11:11
Currently in a bit of a slump but not sure if it has been lack of time, or just a depleted mojo. But generally I go to your blog, I refer to my Explore Mini book or I look online at blogs and products. Would love to do another of your classes so thanks for the chance to win. x
25 February 2012, 11:41
I am so looking forward to this class! When I get into a slump I usually browse galleries to get inspiration. Or if I am feeling overwhelmed, I walk away… sometimes focusing on something else lets my creative brain rest enough to see that the answer was there all the time.
25 February 2012, 12:06
Ooo another class by Shimelle that always gets my mojo working again. Just done a layout inspired by one of Glitter Girls tutorials.
25 February 2012, 12:10
I watch a Shimelle video or pick a UKS challenge :)
25 February 2012, 12:42
When I’m in a creative slump, new photos and new papers inspire me. And I do find inspiration by seeing what you are up to, Shimelle! Thank you for this chance to win your new workshop. It sounds wonderful!
25 February 2012, 12:50
When my mojo flees I surf the online galleries or pick up a sketch.Would love to do a mojobusting class.
25 February 2012, 13:00
I make up my own page kits based on a favourite photo or much loved last scrap of patterned paper. I find Layouts are much easier to complete once the supplies are all chosen and gathered together. I love blog hopping too c:
25 February 2012, 13:09
When my scrappy mojo deserts me, I tend to look at my favourite designers’ blogs or have a browse in the galleries of scrappy websites… Then I usually have to deal with the idea overload :-)))
25 February 2012, 13:10
I’ll check out blogs and layouts I’ve pinned… Then start looking through my photos…
25 February 2012, 13:31
In a slump, take a Shimelle class. It always works and the Hitch hikers Guide sounds so awesome. Can’t wait to start.
25 February 2012, 13:54
For scrapbook slumps I usually check sites that I really like and start there and try and see what others have done and then try and get some creativity moving!!
25 February 2012, 14:01
When I’m in a slump I do one of 2 things…go shopping for new supplies to get me excited to create, or I pick a number of supplies in advance and stick to them while adding others to them. I really hope I win, though!
25 February 2012, 14:20
For slumps I get a glass of wine and my fav picture at the moment and search SL website for sketches or starting points. Would love to win -maybe glitergirl can put in a good word for me?
25 February 2012, 17:20
I come to your website or Ali Edward’s website and look for inspiration. That is usually enough to get me out of a slump!
25 February 2012, 17:58
For slumps I usually get outside. If I can make my way to the water it helps!! Just clearing my head helps. :)
25 February 2012, 18:22
I hope I win!!!
25 February 2012, 19:40
Take a class (!), use Pinterest, look at stash, look at photos, look at blogs and mags, take new photos, go for a walk, browse my albums … it all helps :)
25 February 2012, 20:26
I do a “scraplift,” or search for inspiration online. Thanks for the chance to win!
25 February 2012, 20:56
Whenever I fall into a slump, I spend some time on the general scrapping forum or “window shopping” at 2peas. Just participating in conversation about scrapping or looking at pretty papers for a while gets my fingers itching to make something!
25 February 2012, 21:12
When I get in a slump, I play with little things, small tags, journalling blocks, cards and I take classes!! Oh I would love to be in this class with you! Thanks for the chance at what I am sure will be an awesome class.
25 February 2012, 22:19
I love to learn new things so I am preparing myself to this awesome challenge! Calendar…check, supplies…check, tons of photos…check, laptop..check…I can’t way :D!!!
25 February 2012, 23:50
I think that destashing can help get out of slump (you know, clean out the clutter). On the other hand, I’ve been destashing for a year and still haven’t scrapped. I think I need your class!
26 February 2012, 01:30
I usually browse the gallery on 2peas for inspiration, that usually works for me.
26 February 2012, 02:18
I have a note book of ideas and products to try and sketches and when I’m in a slump I go and play and hope the end result will be a layout.
26 February 2012, 03:31
I just dump one of my boxes of scraps and leftovers on the table and see where serendipity leads me.
26 February 2012, 04:06
I look at blogs from my favorite scrapbookers till I see a lovely layout. After that, I look at some challenges because that makes it more easy to choice papers, embellishments,… you never use and it gives a variety in your album :)
26 February 2012, 04:38
When I get into a slump, I pull out a box of photos and organize them. I usually find pictures that I’m excited about scrapping.
Another thing I get excited about is an amazing sketch. I sometimes find one that I just can’t wait to find pictures that will go with the sketch!
26 February 2012, 04:58
This looks like an amazing class and I would love to win!!
When I get into a scrapping slump, I tend to browse blogs of my favourite scrapbookers and get some inspiration from there. Otherwise, I use a sketch or scraplift a layout to get me started:)
Thanks for the chance to win Shimelle xx
26 February 2012, 05:56
Sketch blogs and my old scrapbooks
26 February 2012, 06:52
When I get into a slump, I find a sketch or challenge online and (taking some of your advice) grab some supplies and start scrapping – normally once I’ve lifted the initial block, I can get going.
Thanks for the chance to win!
26 February 2012, 07:32
When I get in a slump I look back over old magazines and go through all the print outs from the classes I have taken with you! Something will usually spark me and back I go, scrapbooking again!
26 February 2012, 08:20
Online galleries and Flickr have been the recent things to help get my mo-Jo back on! Thanks for the chance at a super giveaway!
26 February 2012, 09:06
I’m looking at layouts from my favorit scrapbookers or watch a videoclass.
26 February 2012, 09:21
When I get into a slump I look for inspiration online.
26 February 2012, 09:56
First I take a break for however long I need and if that doesn’t work I just keep making pages and hope I start getting creative.
26 February 2012, 10:10
This looks like a really fun class. I would love to win it. Thanks. jeannett_mcgee@comcast.net
26 February 2012, 10:26
I’m currently coming out of a slump that started when I moved to a new apartment. Browsing websites and magazines were a big help, but in the end, I just had to suck it up and actually working with my photos and supplies!
26 February 2012, 11:29
Oooh, I’m in a slump right now, and I’m desperately looking for a way out. Already tried a lot, but nothing kept me going yet.
I’ve not scrapbooked for so long, that now I’m afraid to start again…
Maybe a class of phantastic fabulous Glitter Girl would help :)
26 February 2012, 11:56
I go to Pinterest, for sure! I have so many lovely things pinned… it doesn’t take long. I would LOVE to take your class!!!
26 February 2012, 16:30
OH i would love to win this… what i do when i hit a scrapbook slump- well i have three things i do
1)pinterest
2) clean up my scrap space
3) turn some really good music, and dance around the house like a crazy women until i feel inspired (embarsing but true)
26 February 2012, 16:45
I don’t often get into a slump, more like don’t have time! But if I do my 21-year-old daughter gives me great ideas of what to work on or paper ideas.
26 February 2012, 17:12
when i’m in a slump, i think of a story i want to tell. if nothing comes to mind i look at bookmarked layouts and that will inspire me to create something. cant wait for your class. karen
26 February 2012, 17:39
I’ll check out 2 peas gallery and videos!
26 February 2012, 19:24
Recieving new products that I purchased in the mail will definately get me out of any slump!
26 February 2012, 19:53
This sounds like a fun class. I’d luv to win a spot in your class. Thanks!! :)
26 February 2012, 20:34
When I am in a scrapbooking slump I go to my google reader and browse through some of my favorite blogs. That always starts the creative juices going again!
27 February 2012, 03:11
I watch old videos from Shimelle, Nichol Magouirk and other Designer Peas! I browse the 2Peas Gallery and flip through old magazines to see what inspires me!
The class sounds great – I’ve already purchased, but haven’t had a chance to look through all the materials yet!
Thanks for the chance to win!
27 February 2012, 06:00
When I’m in a slump, first I clean, then I kit: I take some supplies I want to use and go through my stash to create a couple kits I can use to scrap multiple photos. It usually works because it makes old stuff feel new :)
Your class looks great, by the way!
27 February 2012, 06:52
When I get into a slump I look through my pictures. There is always at least one that makes me so happy it inspires me to make something!
27 February 2012, 07:38
i ususally either go through my stack to see which pretty paper i have always wanted to use but haven’t yet gotten to. or i go through my pictures to do the same. either way, one of the two mostly sparks an idea.
27 February 2012, 07:41
I’ve never taken an online class before, but I’m intrigued by yours! I have yet to work out what to do when in a creative slump for a specific craft, but I have many types of craft I enjoy so when I’m having a slump in one, I play in another!
27 February 2012, 08:44
i’ve totally been on the fence with this class. :)
slumps are something that happen to all of us.
would love to see how you push through them…
xo,a
27 February 2012, 10:30
I usually clean up my scrap area, take out some products I want to use, then visit websites and blogs for simple layouts to get me going.
27 February 2012, 11:01
When I get into a scrapbooking slump I leaf through my file of pages torn out of scrapbooking magazines with layouts I liked.
Thanks for offering this class as giveaway!
27 February 2012, 11:06
I love pinterest! That is my go-to, as well as watching videos or looking at galleries of pages.
27 February 2012, 13:32
I always look online or in magazines when I’m needing inspiration. Also have taken Shimelle’s advice and looked back through my old pages and recreated them with a twist.
27 February 2012, 14:42
When I get in to a slump, I go back to Shimelle’s Starting Points. They always give me so many ideas and really kickstart my mojo!
27 February 2012, 15:46
When I’m in a slump I either get some more photos printed (always have more waiting to be printed) or browse through some magazines – and usually one or both of them gets me kickstarted again.
27 February 2012, 15:51
If there was ever a SLUMP, I AM IN IT!!! I haven’t scrapped in what seems like forever and I have lost my mojo! LOL Normally a great photo or some new products can get me started again…perhaps this time it could be a great class! Thanks for a chance to win and to regain my mojo! ;)
27 February 2012, 16:56
When I’m in a slump, I take a class. How perfect is that? :-)
28 February 2012, 11:22
When I am in a slump, I look for a new technique to try out or a class to get me through it. Also, listening to Paperclipping Roundtable or the Daily Digi always helps me.
28 February 2012, 13:02
When I get in a slump, I usually look for inspiration online
28 February 2012, 13:28
I snap more pictures, that gives me a booster to scrapbook :D
28 February 2012, 14:52
sometimes i do a bit of blog hopping but then i find an age has gone by and i’ve got nothing done. so usually i’ll have a play around with whatever is on my desk, maybe make a couple of cards and that usually sparks off some ideas!
28 February 2012, 16:04
I have been so inspired by your 4×6 Photo Love class that I NEED to take The Hitchhiker’s Guide to Scrapbooking. When I am in a slump I always have found that an online class gives me that push to just “stick it down” and get on with it! Love your work Shimelle!
28 February 2012, 16:12
I tend to get caught up in the cycle of looking rather than doing. I browse Two Peas, Pinterest and other sites only to realize I am overwhelmed. Need Help and this class might be the push I need to get over the slump. Thank you!
28 February 2012, 19:58
You are so kind to offer the class…when I’m in a slump I pull out older paper, stickers and embellishments…less pressure to carefully use the new stuff and I feel ecologically productive!
29 February 2012, 03:49
This sounds like such fun and will sign up even if I don’t win ! Inspiration is always to be found here at Shimelle.com ! I find that even while I am scrapping with paper @ my desk, I like to watch videos that are scrap related – so working my way thru all the recent ones on 2 Peas too !
29 February 2012, 08:58
I go to my designer blogs like yours! I loved your pretty paper class and am loving the Glitter Girl series. Thanks for the chnace to win!
29 February 2012, 16:05
I look to you for inspiration Shimelle!
29 February 2012, 21:11
i would LOVE a spot in this class. i am definitely in a slump and am finally starting to ‘miss’ scrapping which hopefully means i’ll be out of it soon… at least that’s what i hope is going on!!!
1 March 2012, 03:34
There is so much inspiration available that its more of a problem deciding where to start to look! I have stacks of mags and books, printouts from your classes and on-line tutorials and crops, Pinterest, the gallery at 2Peas. I think my favourite place though is to flick back through your Starting Point series. Love the look of this class BTW! x
1 March 2012, 05:29
Whenever I’m in a slump, it’s straight to Pinterest, where I can easily browse through all the inspiration I’ve collected and find an element that sparks something inside me. I’ll also browse the numerous blogs, galleries and forums such as 2Peas or UKS in my bookmarks :) Looking forward to the class Shimelle!
1 March 2012, 05:36
For inspiration I try pinterest or here :)
I’d love to win this, I’m such a huge fan of your classes and I really want to scrap more this year :)
1 March 2012, 08:10
I clean and organize when I’m in a slump !! Would love to win this class !!
1 March 2012, 08:47
Hi Shimelle. This is just what the doctor ordered. Thanks for the chance to win.
1 March 2012, 08:57
wow, thanks for the chance to win Shimelle x
1 March 2012, 09:02
I start in 30 minute chunks. I also used the internet for inspiration, hence why I am on here today I havent done any scrapbooking for 3 months! I need help!!! HaHa HaHa x
1 March 2012, 09:14
When I hit a slump I like to hit pinterest, my favourite blogs and eat chocolate. Works every time x
1 March 2012, 10:28
I like to work with a kit when I am in a slump. I also will read magazines or look in the galleries on the web.
1 March 2012, 11:30
I am in a slump right now. A good way to kick it is to join a challenge or an online class. I would love to win this class to kick me off of this slump1
1 March 2012, 11:45
I am not so much in a slump at the moment, just don’t get enough time for scrapping – so when I do I am overwhelmed by all the things I would like to do, and get very little of anything done at all. That’s why I jot down little things that I can use when I trawl the web – either a sketch, a combination of accents, a colour combination – then I can be a little more focused!
1 March 2012, 12:03
I either organize some supplies or I browse layouts online or in magazines. Usually one of those activities sparks an idea or two to get me started again. Thanks for the chance to win!
1 March 2012, 12:04
I’d love to win! Since I loooove your classes. :)
When I’m in a slump I just wait it out – it usually passes. :)
1 March 2012, 12:04
Winning a spot in this class is just what I need right now, so thanks for the chance Shimelle!
1 March 2012, 12:05
When I get in a slump, I choose an inspiring magazine and open it at a random page, then use some elements from that page to scraplift. It gives me a head start and I find that by starting a project, my mojo returns x
1 March 2012, 12:11
When I get in a slump, a sketch usually gets me out of it!
1 March 2012, 12:23
Did I miss it? Hopefully I win. You have amazing class’s.
1 March 2012, 12:25
When I’m in a slump, I usually will look at my inspiration file on flickr. Sometimes, I’ll just buy one or 2 things (some fun paper, pretty flowers) something that I can get really excited about. Thanks for the chance to win a spot in the Hitchhiker’s class.
1 March 2012, 12:25
I have had a year long slump, just feel overwhelmed by my supplies and where to start. Using sketches usually helps but this class would jump start me right back again.
1 March 2012, 12:26
When I get stuck I use scratches, flick through my folder of pages I’ve pulled out of magazines or look at my favourites on uks and 2peas. I also look at blogs (including this 1)
1 March 2012, 12:26
I really wanted to win this!!
1 March 2012, 12:31
Would love this class, but whether I win or not I’m sending glitter & sprinkles Shimelles way xx
1 March 2012, 12:39
When i get in a slump i usually turn to a tutorial online (i love your video ones!) or find a LO online or in a magazine to scraplift. Also sometimes just looking through my pile of photos makes me want to scrap my memories :-)
1 March 2012, 13:11
When I get in a slump, I tidy up and walk away. Sooner or later my fingers start itching and my scrap area will be ready for me. Sometimes just the act of tidying will uncover something that I have forgotten and get me going again.
1 March 2012, 13:14
What a great course sound fantastic.
1 March 2012, 13:21
Hi Shimelle! When I *get in a slump, I go online, look at blows and websites like yours! Thanks for the chance to win!
1 March 2012, 13:33
Hi Shimelle :) when I get in a scrappy slump, I turn to YouTube for videos as well as the two peas gallery and other blogs! Thanks for the chance to win. LOVE your work and videos.
1 March 2012, 13:33
Thanks for the opportunity to win! When I am in a scrapbooking slump, I tend to not scrapbook at all and work on other artistic endeavors instead. Sometimes I might start to gather items that I think go together … but often if I’m truly in a slump, I get stuck, and don’t scrapbook. I’d love to win a chance to be in the first ever workshop at Two Peas! :-)
1 March 2012, 13:34
When I get in a slump, I get some photos printed. I always have a stack ready to go, but I look for ones with a story that really inspires me. Sometimes they’re the dodgy blurry ones off my phone :)
1 March 2012, 13:37
when I’m in a slump I look through my list of favourite blogs and follow the links there to new blogs. I always find something to inspire myself that way :)
1 March 2012, 13:43
When I get in a scrapbooking slump I shop for stash and pretty things, and browse the internet looking for inspiration!
1 March 2012, 14:08
When I get into a slump i go through all of my scrapbook stuff and it inspires me to a new project. Or i get into a slump when i am in the city or so and i just get inspired by a nice item i see…
Love to win and take the class..
1 March 2012, 14:08
I do something else…take a walk, read a book, sew…I find that it helps me remember WHY I love scrapbooking and gives me new ideas and insights!
1 March 2012, 14:10
Usually I just wait it out until inspiration hits, but lately I’ve been getting inspiration from challenges at two peas and from your site and others like it. I’ll learn a new technique from a scrapper’s youtube video and then I have to try it and then I start thinking about creating a layout where I can use the technique.
1 March 2012, 14:18
When I hit a slump, which is like burn-out right now after LOAD 212, I am going to start organizing and cleaning out my area. I always find something that gets me back in the groove!
1 March 2012, 15:18
When I’m in a scrapbooking slump, I either choose a layout I love and scraplift it, or I choose a brand new paper that inspires me and use it in a layout.
thanks for a chance to be Hitchhiker!
1 March 2012, 15:33
I get out my photos, there is always something I want to scrap. Then I look at other scrappers layouts to inspire me. If that doesn’t work, I just keep the photos in mind and wait until inspiration catches up with me!!
1 March 2012, 15:41
I’m not just saying this… but Glitter Girl has really helped me recently, to the point where I do not want to stop scrapbooking (too bad I have a 9-5) :)
But generally going through my stash and picking out papers and embellishments that I want to use usually does the trick. I’ve been able to use a lot of the tips and tricks from the Glitter Girl series, and I’m looking forward to your class.
(I’m also getting caught up on your 4X6 photo love series from last year, not sure how I missed that one..)
1 March 2012, 15:43
The answer is 42… Always 42.. Which is usually the number of projects I have on my mind, lol.
I love glitter Girl and all of the free sources online. I just am having a horrid time getting the right picture lately.
1 March 2012, 15:55
When I hit that slump – I head to Shimelle.com for loads of inspiration.
1 March 2012, 17:14
I love to browse two peas or blogs like yours or Ali’s.
1 March 2012, 17:34
I go through my stash (which is huge because I keep buying all the gorgeous papers but seem to have lost my inspiration to use them)pick out the prettiest ones I can find and I make some cards instead.
1 March 2012, 17:46
I SO love your classes and this looks like so much fun! YOU are such an inspiration…all I have to do to get out of a slump is watch Glitter Girl and I’m ready to go!
1 March 2012, 18:55
I love your classes, and I’m sure this one will be beyond awesome! Thanks so much for the chance to win!!
1 March 2012, 19:26
Thank you for the chance to win this fabulous prize. When I hit a slump I usually take a break. To get started up again I go to blogs I like (i.e this one), and look through magazines. Cleaning up my scraping supplies helps. Always nice to find hidden/forgotten treasures :)
2 March 2012, 00:31
Would love to win a spot in your class. In a slump I go to my favorite blogs to get inspriation.
2 March 2012, 03:11
absolutely exciting!!
cheryl131091 at yahoo dot com
2 March 2012, 05:54
I would love to win a spot in your class! It’ll give some much needed inspiration!
2 March 2012, 07:33
Hi Shimelle. My thumb is out and I’m hoping to hitch a ride on your new class.
2 March 2012, 07:46
I can’t answer the question because I have never got out of the slump yet. I have lots of stuff, but haven’t scrapbooked yet!
2 March 2012, 08:11
This looks great, I would love to win! Thanks Shimelle!
2 March 2012, 10:54
Win Win Win, how I love to win…and create. TGIF.
2 March 2012, 12:36
When I get into a slump, I find something else to do. Creativity has to sort of flow from me, or it’s pointless. I envy people who can seemingly make beautiful LOs on a whim…doesn’t work that way for me. Looking at the work of others is helpful as well.
4 March 2012, 17:19
When I get into a slum I look to Shimelle for inspiration. I love the title of your new class lol (Hitcher’s Guide to the Galaxy is one of my favorite movies lol “Always know where your towel is”). Thanks for a chance to win.
Angela
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