Reserve your Christmas Scrapbooking Kit
I know this subject sounds ridiculous, but I promise I haven’t lost my mind. I’m quickly going to discuss Christmas scrapbooking supplies and then we’ll get back to it being July straight away.
What does happen in July is the CHA summer trade show, and I’m writing this from Chicago as the conference opens today and the show floor opens tomorrow. I’ll be posting a booth-by-booth rundown of what’s here at the show and Glitter Girl is reporting for Two Peas with a special series of product picks chosen to answer the sorts of questions that come up on the message boards there. But that’s not all: the summer show is also where I choose what I’ll be working with for Journal your Christmas, and I place all my orders to be able to share that with you through an optional Christmas scrapping kit.
I’ve been offering Christmas kits (called Christmas in a Box) to UK addresses for the past five years or so, and last year I worked with Two Peas to also be able to offer the same supplies from their shop, shipping to anywhere in the world. That will continue this year. Every year the UK supply of these kits has sold out on the first day, and I’ve had requests every year saying I wish I could have reserved a kit… so that’s what I’m offering this year.
Here’s the deal: if you would be ordering to a UK address and would like to reserve a kit, you can do so by paying a £5 deposit today. Kits will ship by the first of November (earlier if possible – manufacturers’ shipping dates are an important part of picking what will go in the kits). The £5 will be deducted from the total price of your kit. In past years, the kits have been priced at £40 to £45, including first class postage, and that is the same price range I will use this year: it will be no less than £40 and no more than £45, including first class post to a UK address. So you would simply pay £5 now to guarantee your kit, then the £35 to £40 balance will be due when the kit is ready to ship to you. If you choose not to pay the remaining balance for your kit, the £5 will not be refunded and you will not receive the kit, but that’s all: no further action will be taken.
Yes, I definitely realise it’s a bit different to consider paying a deposit to reserve a kit sight unseen, and by no means do I feel you have to do that! There will be a very (very!) limited number of kits further available to UK addresses at the time should you wish to see the kit in full. Or there is the option of ordering the kit contents from Two Peas, which requires no deposit (and Two Peas ships internationally). But every year I’ve had the same request, so I’m offering that to make sure I order a kit just for you while I’m here at the show and you will not have to worry about being online at just the right time to grab a beautiful box of Christmas goodness. It’s totally up to you which option is best.
To get an idea of the value of scrapbooking supplies packed into the kits, you can see last year’s kit as an example. There will be a similar balance: plenty of paper, letter stickers in a range of sizes, versatile pieces for layering and writing, quick-to-use embellishments and pieces with dimension. The kit does not include an album and can be used easily for different sizes of scrapbook, from a tiny mini album to a full 12×12 book. I always look to create a kit that can be used to the very end, so instead of everything being loudly Christmas in nature, you’ll find Christmas prints with simpler b-side prints (polka dots, stripes, ledgers) and elements that are Christmas in colour rather than pattern, so you can easily use those papers for non-Christmas projects by mixing and matching with other elements from your stash.
You don’t need to participate in Journal your Christmas to purchase the kit, and the kit is not required to participate in Journal your Christmas. It’s just for fun, and it can be a great way to treat yourself to a lovely mix of brand new products for Christmas crafting when the calendar is extra busy with holiday celebration leaving you little time to shop. By the way, after many years of just small changes here and there, Journal your Christmas is having a big refresh in 2012. But we’ll talk about that more when it’s closer to the holidays. (Rest assured, all previous participants are still welcome to join in at no extra cost.)
Okay, I think that is everything! If you are ordering to a UK address and would like to reserve your Christmas in a Box now, click to pay the £5 deposit and you’ll be all set! All other addresses, hold tight until we get closer to Christmas and I’ll have more information for you then.
Thanks – reservations are now closed! If you reserved a kit, I’ll email you when it’s time to pay the balance and receive your box!
I’ll take reservations until Wednesday, so I can make sure to order your kit here at the show. After that, no other reservations – just see if you can grab one of the few extras when they are ready to go. So don’t put it off if you want to reserve your kit!
And with that, let’s get back to July! And be ready for so MANY posts this week, live from CHA!
xlovesx
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16 July 2012, 11:35
I can’t see where to click -is it me being a numpty?
B xx
16 July 2012, 11:40
No I cant see it either!!! Help Shimelle!
16 July 2012, 11:45
Just click on the picture ladies and it takes you straight to payments. Thanks shimelle, great idea.
16 July 2012, 11:51
i’m jealous, wish i had a UK adress!!!!!well i’ll stay tuned for 2Peas info!
16 July 2012, 12:07
I am in a panic. Will we be reminded to get the Christmas in a Box? I live in California. I am going through chemo right now and I forget everything. Please, please, please remind me in time!!! I do not want to miss out again!
16 July 2012, 12:08
Thanks Rachel – so pleased you stopped by – I have my box of gorgeous-ness reserved – Happy shopping Shimelle – I know you will do us proud!
16 July 2012, 12:09
brilliant idea ! I just paid the deposit, I am so excited !!!!! It is going to be my 1st year doing it, I hope I’ll have time
16 July 2012, 12:10
Oh yes please Shimelle ;) Will we get a reminder via email to pay the remainder amount nearer the time? Cx
16 July 2012, 12:12
Fab, just paid – brilliant idea!!!!
16 July 2012, 12:36
Brilliant idea I have always been too late before. Just paid my deposit
16 July 2012, 12:50
Will there be a pre-order option available at twopeas? I’m a California girl, but would love to get in on this! :)
16 July 2012, 14:09
I had a look at the new series from all the manufactures for this year’s christmas season. I couldn’t decide at all! So I leave it to you Shimelle – I trust you TOTALLY! xxx
16 July 2012, 14:13
Just ordered mine ~ great idea!
16 July 2012, 14:19
Eeeeeeee!! Sorry, but I’m way excited about both seeing your CHA posts AND thinking about JYC this year! It’s July and I can’t wait! =P I can’t wait to see the kit either. I’m at a US address so I’ll just have to wait for the reveal. =)
16 July 2012, 14:26
Will there be an opportunity to reserve a kit from 2 Peas?
16 July 2012, 14:56
Oh thank you for the chance to reserve the kit this year , I have missed the boat for the last couple of years, but now I know I have one…and a revamp of JYC, too exciting for one day! x
16 July 2012, 15:01
Living in Texas, I too wonder about reserving a kit from 2 peas. Thanks
16 July 2012, 15:13
I have just left a deposit! so glad with this idea as I missed out last year. Will we get a reminder email when it is nearer the time to pay? I am soooo looking forward to your amazing posts from CHA!!!
16 July 2012, 15:50
Yes, it’s early for the C-word, but you’re actually the 3rd person to post about it this week!I’ve paid my £5 – I’ve always missed out on your kits before. Does thismean I can start getting excited about JYC?
16 July 2012, 15:51
My daughter wants to move to London to be closer to One Direction and now this gives us another reason to put on the list of pros. LOL
16 July 2012, 16:34
Just paid my deposit, can’t wait for the Christmas loveliness!
16 July 2012, 17:16
OH you LUCKY LADIES in the UK!!!!
OK, who wants to buy my kit for me and I’ll send THEM money? ;)
16 July 2012, 19:36
So if you live in the states, will we be able to reserve ours as well?
16 July 2012, 20:07
Any US pea/Shimelle fan wondering if we will be able to order a kit as well? Please let us know! Thanks!
16 July 2012, 23:54
i just reserved mine too I cant wait to see what goodies are in there.
17 July 2012, 01:44
YOU ARE IN CHICAGO!!! I’m in Chicago also (a sw suburb of). I wish you offered an opportunity for your Chicago fans to meet you.
17 July 2012, 03:51
What a fab idea shimelle. I’m always too late to get a kit, got it this year now YAY!!!
17 July 2012, 03:57
Reserved! Loved last year’s kit. Thanks Shimelle. Have agreat time at CHA! x
17 July 2012, 05:05
Have paid for my reserve kit, this year I plan to do the Christmas journal so this will be perfect.
luv
Debby
17 July 2012, 10:06
Can’t get paypal to take my money Shim – will email you
17 July 2012, 18:26
Great idea thanks shimelle – have paid the £5 so will do alongside JYC and so nice to have uk based rather than big shipping costs. Loving the Elle’s studio Christmas range on the 2peas video if you need any content ideas :-)
18 July 2012, 11:28
Everything is lovely. I am just beginning to scrapbook and love the creative ideas on here. Thank you
2 October 2012, 11:04
Hi Shimelle…I’m having a blonde moment! I’m sure I did reserve one of these kits, but can’t find any record of it anywhere….or did I dream it?!! Are you able to confirm either way for me…just had a thought…I can check my Paypal history…thanks in anticipation!! :D
23 October 2012, 03:58
Hi,Reading your posting I love it completely we appreciate you in your effort. I want to declare that it is very good and informative. Thanks.
14 November 2012, 12:38
Hi Shimelle, the full payment has been made and I just wonderedwhen will the box be delivered please?
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