3 days only...

Last minute tag idea...

Stamps that make me smile...

Wrap it up for Christmas

Great way to use all those snowflake stamps you have ...

Brown Paper Packages

Free black stamp pad with the purchase of any alphabet set, this week only

Craft Class for Kids

Advent Calendars

The count down to Christmas is on!  

It's not too late to make your own advent calendar. 

Stop by I'm Impressed, we have some great ideas to inspire you and a few kits to get you started.

New Arrivals

Just arrived over 250 new items from Penny Black! Whether you love their flowers, the Hedgehogs, the Slapstick line, their intricate dies or the adorable christmas designs there is something for everyone in this shipment.

Inka Gold Class

Ink Gold class with Jessie this Sunday 10:30 AM
Call the Store to register 604-684-4657

As a certified Viva Decor Instructor, Jessie Hurley is the local expert on Viva' Decor's Inka Gold. She has created many projects with this fabulous medium, from cards, to Art Journaling, mini albums and canvases!
Whether you've taken an Inka Gold class before or not, this workshop is sure to inspire you to play with your Inka's in ways you never thought possible!
Supplies to bring to class include adhesives (including foam pop-ups), scissors, a corner rounder, wet wipes and a black ink pad IF you like to ink your edges. Cost $35

Strawberry mar-TEA-ni FunRaiser

We’ve all been touched by breast cancer whether it be someone we love, work with or someone who shares the passion for creativity through paper arts. Join I’m Impressed and its staff as we dedicate this evening to join the fight to find a cure for breast cancer. 

On October 24, I’m Impressed will be hosting a Stamp Out Breast Cancer event from 6-9pm at their new studio on Granville Island. We filled this evening with fun, draws, make and takes and a paper bag album class with the theme “Kindred Spirits”. We’ll provide the strawberry mar-tea-ni’s, and other goodies to munch on while you create away. All you have to bring is your basic supply kit , and a friend. 100% of the proceeds will go to the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation. 

Research saves lives. We’re so close to a cure for breast cancer .

Let’s get together and STAMP IT OUT ! 

Please call I’m Impressed at 604-684-4657 to register for the event no later than October 22 

Single admission $25 or Tea for two $40

New Arrivals

Huge shipment of Ranger products has arrived.  

All your old favourites and a few new things too!

Make and Take

Stop by Saturday for a 

Halloween Make'n'Take 

$2 (while supplies last)

Timeless words...

DOOR PRIZES

Classes....more details to follow

Grand Opening for our new location!

Discounts, Demos and Door Prizes! 

OH MY!

We're celebrating the opening of our new store! 

Join us this weekend for discounts 10% to 25% OFF. 

A chance to WIN WHAT YOU BUY. 

 A FREE gift with minimum purchase. 

 BOGOs!

 A fabulous FREE fall make and take.

 Paper Sculpting demos by the talented Deanna Pannell.   

10 to 6 this SATURDAY and SUNDAY

210 - 1496 Cartwright Street Vancouver BC

Classes

Iced Stencil Technique Class 

Sunday Oct 19 10:30

Stencils are one of the most versatile products that Jessie Hurley loves to play with and in this class she will introduce you to the ease of using your Brass Stencils.  Using Dreamweaver Stencils we will create 4 cool as Ice cards that will wow your friends and family!

You will leave this class with 4 new ways to showcase your stenciled images and be confident that you will easily be able to use these techniques with the multitude of stencils you have in your own collection!

Supplies to bring to class include adhesives (including foam pop-ups), scissors, a corner rounder, a purple, blue and green ink pad to ink your stencil (don't forget daubers or stencil brushes to use with your ink), and a Black ink pad IF you like to ink your edges Cost is $35 (stencil is included in your class fee)

Tatter Lace

IT's 

FINALLY 

HERE!

New Memory Box

All new

 "Winter 21014 Collection"

 from Memory Box. 

 Now in Stock 

18 new dies 

and 

7 new stencils

Make and Take Mondays

Make and Take Monday
Monday Sept 15th
10:30 AM to 12:00 PM. 

 Join us upstairs, in our fabulous new space, to start the week off right with a little crafty goodness. Drop in for 20 minutes and we'll teach you this great technique, and after you go home with this fabulous project

It doesn't matter if you've been stamping for years or never picked up a stamp, everyone is welcome to join us! COST $2

Classes

Jewelled Acrylic Technique class
Tuesday September 9th 10:30am

Have you been looking for a new way to use your Color Sprays? Does a little sparkle on your projects make you giddy? Jessie Hurley has a cool technique that encompasses colour, sparkle, and shine for all your card-making projects.
We will be incorporating Dylusion Sprays with Glitter Ritz glitter and Sizzix Dies to create 4 gorgeous cards to give to your friends and family.
Space is limited for this NEW technique class, so be sure to reserve your spot soon! Cost $35

Zentangle

Saturday September 13 10:30

Tangling increases focus and creativity, provides artistic satisfaction along with an increased sense of personal well being. Tangle your way to relaxation!
Vicki will bring all the materials you need and teach a fun, relaxing, meditative process that can be done by anyone. You'll love the beautiful twists and tangles and learn patterns to make beautiful artistic creations. Your $35 class fee includes a fine tip permanent pen , tortillion, watercolor paper tiles to tangle, patterns, and practice sheets. Just bring a smile and willingness to learn!

ALL CLASSES REQUIRE REGISTRATION
2 DAYS PRIOR TO THE CLASS. PLEASE CALL 604-684-4657

Just Arrived...

Tim Holtz Alterations - great new die and embossing folder combinations. Along with some classics like man with Umbrella Man. 

Distress Ink - We are now fully stocked...Ink pads in all the colours, all the Minis are now here and reinkers of course!

Tattered Lace - Volume 8 in this issue you'll find a great mixture of new and old!

We also received a few  back issues if you're interested. And of course the dies!

Viva Decor - Inka Gold in every colour of the rainbow. Great for fall leaves!

My Favorite Things - All those adorable little girls with happy thoughts for you. Great matching dies and  some nautical dies and stamps to finish your summer scrapbooking.

Card of the Week

A little fall Inspiration for you 

using the Leaf Blue Print Framelits

 set from Tim Holtz and Sizzix.  This card becomes easy to make when there is no fussy cutting.  Simply stamp twice in black, use a little distress ink to water colour.  Then simply cut out one leaf with the die that is included in the set and adhere on top with your favourite dimensional adhesive.

Next Class...

Jewelled Acrylic Technique class

Tuesday Sept 9th  10:30am

Have you been looking for a new way to use your Color Sprays? Does a little sparkle on your projects make you giddy? I have a cool technique that encompasses Colour, Sparkle, and Shine for all your card-making projects.  We will be incorporating Dylusion Sprays with Glitter Ritz glitter and Sizzix Dies to create 4 gorgeous cards to give to your friends and family.  Space is limited for this NEW technique class, so be sure to reserve your spot soon! Cost $35

Call the store to register 604-684-4657

Creative People....

Up Coming Classes

Piece by Piece

Saturday August 16, 2014 10AM

It all starts with flat fabulous paper that you turn into 3 dimensional fabulous cards, Lindsay will take stunning printed paper and show you how to cut, fold and glue your way to create 4 cards with great dimension. Class $28

Alcohol Ink Basics

Saturday Aug 23, 2014 10:30 AM

Always wanted to try Alcohol inks? Here’s your chance, join Lindsay Saturday and learn the basics. You’ll be amazed at your results using the Polished stone technique you create 6 stylish cards. Cost $28

Word of Wisdom...

Monday's Make'n' Take with Leafing

Cards that POP Class

Cards that POP Class

Saturday August 9th, 10:30 AM

POP UP, that is. These pop box cards are really impressive to receive and so simple to make. Come in and learn the ins and outs, or should I say ups and downs of making these fun cards. Also in this class is a flip flop card with three pockets great for special messages, treats or photos. Cost $24

Please call the store to register 604-684-4657

Make and Take

Make and Take Monday
Monday Aug 4th
10:30 AM to 12:00 PM. 
YES, there is a Make and Take on BC DAY this Monday. 

Granville Island is a great place to spend the holiday. Join us upstairs in our fabulous new space to start the week off right with a little crafty goodness. Drop in for 20 minutes and we'll teach you a simple, yet effective leafing technique.

It doesn't matter if you've been stamping for years or never picked up a stamp, everyone is welcome to join us! COST $2

Classes

For the Birds

Saturday July 19, 2014 10:30 AM

Lindsay has created 5 sophisticated cards for you using dies from Memorybox. she’s going to show you how to enamel your dies cuts to create your own embellishments to use on your cards and pages. Cost $28

Zentangle

Sunday July 20, 2014 12:00 AM

Tangling increases focus and creativity, provides artistic satisfaction along with an increased sense of personal well being. Tangle your way to relaxation!

Vicki will bring all the materials you need and teach a fun, relaxing, meditative process that can be done by anyone. You'll love the beautiful twists and tangles and learn patterns to make beautiful artistic creations. Your $35 class fee includes a fine tip permanent pen , tortillion, watercolor paper tiles to tangle, patterns, and practice sheets. Just bring a smile and willingness to learn!

From One Sheet

Saturday July 26, 2014 10:30 AM

Who says a sheet of paper doesn’t go far?  Ceci has taken one 12x12 sheet of printed paper from Memorybox and created 8 great cars for you.  Not only do you take home a bunch of cards ready for any occasion but the template to make them over and over again. Class $32

Summer in a Box

Wednesday, July 23 10:30 AM

Saturday August 23, 2014 10: 30AM

Ceci has designed 3 nautical themed (and great for guys) cards that fit into a matching box. You make all four project with dies and stamps from Memory Box and Impression Obsession.  Give it as a gift or keep it for yourself, the choice is yours. Class $28

Altered Dominos

Thursday, July 24, 2014 10:30 AM

Sunday July 27, 2014 10:30 AM

Did you know you could take the simple game of dominos and create art? This is an art form where anything goes. Join Consuelo and create two avian themed conversations pieces using giant dominos, stamps, die cuts and various found objects. Cost $35

Christmas in July

Saturday August 2, 2014 10: 30AM

Okay, so it’s in August but that just doesn’t sound right. Plus, we really really tried to squeeze it into July.  So come and play with Memorybox dies and stamp to create 6 Christmas cards.  We’ll even have the Christmas carols playing to get you in the mood. Cost $32

Cards that POP

Saturday August 9th

UP, that is.  These pop box cards are really impressive to receive and so simple to make. Come in and learn the ins and outs, or should I say ups and downs of making these fun cards. Also in this class is a flip flop card with three pockets great for special messages, treats or photos. Cost $24

Piece by Piece

Saturday August 16, 2014 10AM

It all starts with flat fabulous paper that you turn into 3 dimensional fabulous cards, Lindsay will take stunning printed paper and show you how to cut, fold and glue your way to create 4 cards with great dimension. Class $28

Alcohol Ink Basics

Saturday Aug 23, 2014 10:30 AM

Always wanted to try Alcohol inks?  Here’s your chance, join Lindsay Saturday and learn the basics.  You’ll be amazed at your results using the  Polished stone technique you create 6 stylish cards. Cost $28

Class

The fabulous Cathie Allan is coming to teach ....

Inkspiration

Monday July 14, 2014 10:00AM

Introducing …. The “Taos” pigment, Paintbox, stamp pad. Look out stamping / inking world the Taos pad has arrived and we are going to give it a thorough work out in this class. We’ll be creating this “triptych” style card/gift using die cuts, Art Screens, stamps, ink, embossing powder and a multitude of “Cathie inking techniques”. This class will empower you with the ability to turn a world of “white everything” into “a world of colour”. This class is loaded with “inkspirational” ideas that can be used in so many formats, from cards, to scrapbook pages, to journal pages and more. Cost $45 This Monday July 14, 2014, 10AM, Cost $45. Only 3 spaces left.  

Please call the store to register 604-684-4657

Memory Box Month Bonus Winners

Congratulations to:

 Tara Nixon Cox

You are the winner of the Bonus Thank You Prize - Memory Box Perched Reed Bird Die

To collect your prize please email info@imimpressed.ca

 

Congratulations to:

Tracey Stanek

You are the winner of  the Bonus Pinterest Prize- Memory Box Texture Rhapsody Stencil

To collect your prize please email info@imimpressed.ca

 

Congratulations to:

Jeannie (@nomnombearinyvr)

You are the winner of  the Bonus Twitter Prize- Memory Box Princess Dress Die

To collect your prize please email info@imimpressed.ca

Congratulations to:

Linaka54

You are the winner of the Bonus Instagram Prize- Memory Box Puffy Clouds Die

To collect your prize please email info@imimpressed.ca

Memory Box Month - A Big Thank You

It's the last day of our Memory Box Month and we wanted to thank everyone who participated in our month long celebration. Today we have a bonus give away which will be drawn at midnight tonight from everyone who has liked, shared, commented, tweeted, pinned and followed I'm Impressed. Thank You!

 

For this card we used the Memory Box Perched Reed Bird Die. We used the negative of the die to add depth to this Thank You card embellishing it with ribbon and buttons.

 

 

To be eligible for today's prize, the Memory Box Perched Reed Bird Die leave a comment on this blog post.

Here are the details on where to find us:
Blog: http://imimpressedpaperarts.blogspot.ca/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Im-Impressed/149895098356022
Pinterest: http://www.pinterest.com/imimpressedvanc/
Twitter: @ImImpressedVanc
Instagram: im_impressed


Here are the details:
You will have until midnight PST to leave a comment here on the blog or like and share the Facebook post. Winners will be selected and announced the following day. Prize is exactly as shown and cannot be changed for another prize. Winners will have to pick up prize in store or pay for shipping. For more information please contact info@imimpressed.ca.

Memory Box Month - Day 30

Congratulations to:

Mary Ellen PcPherson  

You are the winner of Day 29 - Memory Box Pippi Butterfly Die

To collect your prize please email info@imimpressed.ca

Memory Box Month - Day 29

For the month of June we will be celebrating all things Memory Box with a month filled with inspiration and prizes. Starting June 1st and running until June 30th we will share a project with you here on the blog and on Facebook and you will have that day to like, share or comment to be eligible to win that day’s prize which will be announced the following day.

For today's project we used the Memory Box Pippi Butterfly Die to create this pretty card. We used the Memory Box Honey Blossom Die along with the butterfly die to create this beautiful scene.

 

 

To be eligible for today's prize, the Memory Box Pippi Butterfly Die leave a comment on this blog post.

Here are the details:

You will have until midnight PST to leave a comment here on the blog or like and share the Facebook post. Winners will be selected and announced the following day. Prize is exactly as shown and cannot be changed for another prize. Winners will have to pick up prize in store or pay for shipping. For more information please contact info@imimpressed.ca.

 

Memory Box Month - Day 28

Congratulations to:

Jan-Louise Corneveaux Paterson 

You are the winner of Day 27 - Memory Box Prim Poppy Die

To collect your prize please email info@imimpressed.ca

Memory Box Month - Day 27

For the month of June we will be celebrating all things Memory Box with a month filled with inspiration and prizes. Starting June 1st and running until June 30th we will share a project with you here on the blog and on Facebook and you will have that day to like, share or comment to be eligible to win that day’s prize which will be announced the following day.

 

For today's project we used the Memory Box Prim Poppy Die to create this beautiful card. We used the die cut out in red to add a pop of colour to this pretty card.

 

To be eligible for today's prize, the Memory Box Prim Poppy Die leave a comment on this blog post.

Here are the details:

You will have until midnight PST to leave a comment here on the blog or like and share the Facebook post. Winners will be selected and announced the following day. Prize is exactly as shown and cannot be changed for another prize. Winners will have to pick up prize in store or pay for shipping. For more information please contact info@imimpressed.ca.

Memory Box Month - Day 26

Congratulations to:

Debbie Desroches

 

You are the winner of Day 25 - Memory Box Baby Duckies Die

To collect your prize please email info@imimpressed.ca