Southwest Crafters was created by Janna and Kristan who are local manufacture reps supporting the independent retailers in the Southwest and helping to promote and educate crafters about the lines we represent

Thursday, July 30, 2009

{Now Representing Crate Paper}

We are so excited to announce that we have a new member of our scrapbooking family . . . . .

you can check out the catalog {here}

{i-Top : A New Must Have Tool}

If you haven't seen this in action yet take a look here - everyone is falling in love with it and it is going to be one of those must have tools

Wednesday, July 29, 2009

{Tim Holtz Ideaology CHA Summer Release}

























{Zva Creative}

Zva is introducing a beautiful collection of PEARLS and CRYSTALS
Wait till you see these 136 NEW sku's










{Daisy Bucket/Shabby Green Door}


We are so excited to be the new reps for this amazing company and excited to bring their new collections to you.



CLICK {HERE} TO SEE THE DAISY BUCKET CHA RELEASE


and


CLICK {HERE} TO SEE SHABBY GREEN DOOR

{Imaginisce CHA Summer 2009}

*** Four New Collections ***
Spooky Town and Polar Expressions NOW shipping - just in time to plan all those holiday classes.
Perfectly Posh and Let's Roll shipping in September
*** Spooky Town ***
Don’t be afraid, these cross-eyed bats and crazy pumpkins are really friendly! Spooky town is mostly colorful fun with just the right amount of spookiness for your Halloween projects. Try out a skeleton rub-on or a tombstone sticker… they’re so fun they’re terrifying!
*** Polar Expressions ***
How could something so cold and icy be so warm and snuggly? It’s all thanks to 3 fluffy polar bears, hot cocoa and some warm mittens! So while the snow flies outside, wrap up in this cozy collection—soft fuzzy felt shapes, sparkling stickers and icy smooth rub-ons. It feels sooooo good!

*** Let's Roll ***
Buckle-up ‘cause you’re in for a wild ride! This collection of speedy rub-ons, zippy stamps and colorful papers are a hit with the guys. Whether they’re crashing match-box cars or looping the sky in a plane, this collections is guaranteed to give ‘em a thrill!

*** Perfectly Posh ***
Fancy…Frilly… Fabulous! We’ve traveled to the Eiffel tower and back to bring you the prettiest papers, cherry delicious rub-ons, and dazzling sticker glass. It’s pure romance! Don’t you just love being a girl!



{Bo Bunny CHA Summer}


Click {HERE} to see something amazing - the newest releases from Bo Bunny

{Webster's Pages : Home for the Holidays}

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Home for the Holidays collection includes:
- 12 Paper Designs (6 double-sided, cardstock weight papers)
- 1 Vellum Sheet
- Storyteller Letter Stickers (4 colors)
- Die Cut Stickers
- Fabric Fancies (an all new product!)
- Trim (7 brand new selections)

{Webster's Pages : Winter's Wings}


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Winter's Wings's collection includes:
- 12 Paper Designs (6 double-sided, cardstock weight papers)
- 1 Vellum Sheet
- Storyteller Letter Stickers (4 colors)
- Die Cut Stickers
- Fabric Fancies (an all new product!)
- Trim (7 brand new selections)

{Websters Pages :Nature's Storybook}


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Nature's Storybook collection includes:
- 12 Paper Designs (6 double-sided, cardstock weight papers)
- 1 Vellum Sheet
- Storyteller Letter Stickers (4 colors)
- Die Cut Stickers
- Days of the Week Cards (an all new product!)
- Whimsy Threads (an all new product!)
- Trim (6 brand new selections)
- Silhouettes (an all new product!)

{Webster's Pages : Postcards From Paris}














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"Postcards from Paris" collection includes:
- 12 Paper Designs (6 double-sided, cardstock weight papers)
- 1 Vellum Sheet
- Storyteller Letter Stickers (4 colors)
- Days of the Week Cards (an all new product!)
- Whimsy Threads (an all new product!)
- Trim (6 brand new selections)
- Silhouettes (an all new product!)
- Fabric Fancies (an all new product!)

{Doodlebug Sneak Peak}

Welcome to the Doodlebug booth. As always they have such cute, cute stuff. We fell in love.

Let us just share with you the bargain of the day. Doodlebug Paper Plus packs and Tidbits. These lines will have awesome shelf appeal and will go very easy on the pocketbook. These budget friendly lines are created from some of their best selling product and contain all the whimsical charm that Doodlebug is known for. This is a winning combination for any crafter. The Paper Plus assortment packs provide the very foundation for paper crafting projects - PAPER !!!! Using the signature Doodlebug Color Pallets and combinations, they have created a variety of paper packs for you to collect. Each pack contains 12 sheets of Doodlebugs finest designs and a bonus embellishment pack at an irresistible price of over 65% off of regular retail, making this a real PLUS. There are 24 fabulous PAPER PLUS PACKS to choose from.
Now allow me to introduce you to a new "must have" called TIDBITS. They are an array of Doodlebugs most popular embellishments consolidated into convenient monochromatic packs. You will have plenty of uses for these adorable pieces. With a 50% off savings from regular retail, this is a deal you simply cannot afford to miss.


Now for the debut of Doodldebugs new HEADLINES and EXPRESSIONS collections. These are pairs of sticker titles and rubon sayings that will make scrapbooking any occasion a cinch. Headlines are quality cardstock stickers that spell out your title with unique flair. Expressions are charming rub-on phrases that can be used alone or coupled with headlines for a custom look on all your crafting projects. With a variety of fonts and bright colors, they'll spell out what's on your mind.



Christmas Candy Collection
includes 4 new patterned papers, 2 sugar coated cardstock stickers sheets, Christmas Candy Boutique Brads and 3 sets of Christmas Candy Braddies.

Trick or Treat Collection
includes 4 new patterned papers, 2 sugar coated cardstock sticker sheets, Trick or Treat Boutique Brads and 3 sets of Trick or Treat Braddies

Everyone is sure want this darling doodle apron. I love it - perfect for the craft room and kitchen.
Then they have introduced "Craft Keepers" - somtimes it is good to keep things "all bottled up" There are six different sizes of the clear plastic bottles so you can easily see your embellishments and trinkets inside. They are topped off with a sturdy aluminum lid - these are such a versatile storage option. Plus - all the "Craft Keepers" are made to fit into all the FASHION FURNISHINGS for a fun and fresh way to organize your space.

As always the Doodlebug booth just glistened !!!! lot's of sweat treats inside.
This PLAIN & SIMPLE TREE isn't just for Christmas. As you can see it is not your ordinary tree. With a beautiful white finish, this tree will make every seasons decorations "pop". Hang hearts on it for valentines, flowers for spring, flags & stars for Fourth of July, books, pencils and little apples for back to school, bats for Halloween, you name it - the list goes on and on. It has a study white wooden base that can be embellished or left "as is" This will be the perfect centerpiece year round . . . so let's get trimming the tree.
Make sure to order enough for classes because you could have a monthly class teaching different techniques making all the ornaments.


Doodlebug is thrilled to debut their newest line FASHION FURNISHINGS. A line of crafts furniture and accessories. We could not be more pleased with this collection. With its ability to be customized to any rooms decor, it is truly unique and innovative, not to mention that it is expertly crafted with the highest quality standards !!!!
Included in the collection : Apothecary Chest, Collectible Cupboard, Scalloped Shelf, 12x12 Shadow Box, 8x8 Shadow Box, Paper Cube, Craft Cup and Craft Cubby.

Thursday, July 23, 2009

{WE R MEMORY KEEPERS}

check out all the specials and new items here :
http://weronthenet.com/email/2009July/index.html


{Jenni Bowlin}


Jenni Bowlin Studio is excited to announce our CHA Summer Release for 2009.
There are 49 new sku's for this summer's release including 6 new sku's of the very popular chipboard buttons, three different styles of stickers, Halloween and School Days Bingo Cards in large and miniature, great new Rub-On designs, the new Town Square Paper line with accompanying Die Cut Label Paper, Mini-Papers, and journaling cards, and last, but definitely not least our new Memo Books that include 16 tear out journaling cards, with a bonus sticker page in the back.