Ranger University and Virginia Scrapbook Retreats

May 20, 2010 Virginia Scrapbook Retreats is offering a weekend of scrapbooking in Fredericksburg, Virginia. Join us August 20-22nd, 2010 for a 3 day cropping event where we will have several vendors on site for your scrapbook shopping needs/wants, classes on site, make-n-takes, prizes all weekend and we'll be enjoying smores' making each night. There will be 3 grand prizes for the weekend (one to include a FREE scrapbook weekend retreat to another Virginia Scrapbook Retreat weekend). There will also be a free breakfast daily at the scrapbooking weekend. The hotel is offering a low room rate of $87.30 per night so you and your roommate can split the cost of the room to cut costs down. Virginia Scrapbook Retreats offers weekend events in Fredericksburg, Williamsburg, Charolettesville, Richmond, Virginia Beach, Virginia (both oceanfront events) and Outer Banks (Nags Head).
Please visit our website at www.virginiascrapbookretreats.com

We have a great time and would love to offer you our services for a fun filled Scrapbook Weekend at our Scrapbook Retreats.

If I can help you please contact me.

Check out our events site we are always looking for sponsors.

Mary Full
Ep. 500 - Ranger U and a contest!!!


Wow!! Scraptime made it to 500 episodes!! Thanks to all of you who give me the incentive to keep bringing you more and more episodes!! And there are no plans on slowing down!!

I wanted to do something different for the 500th episode. So when I was accepted into Ranger U, I knew this would be my 500th episode. To give you a peek inside to what the weekend is about!! A bit of background, Ranger U is an educational program offered by Ranger Industries (makers of all Tim Holtz Distress, Stickles, Claudine Hellmuth’s Studio paint Collection, Suze’s Melt Art products, plus other inks, powders and paints!) The program is organized and run by Tim Holtz, with Claudine and Suze teaching us about their products! It is a 3 day program, which runs from 9-6pm! You have to apply and 24 people are accepted! The students ranged from Store Owners, to Product Designers, to Designers, to Company Owners, to Teachers, to Me - the video blogger!! The program is offered in March and June!

I left Thursday - luckily for me it is only and 1 1/2 hour flight. Once at the airport I was meeting up with some ladies from Taiwan, the Netherlands, Barcelona and California! We shared a shuttle to Tinton Falls, New Jersey, where Ranger is situated.

The next morning we were raring to go!! We got to start our day with a tour of the Ranger factory! All of Ranger’s products are made and packaged right there! We saw big barrels of Stickles being put into their tiny bottles. We also saw Distress Ink pads being put together! It was very interesting to see all the behind the scenes. We even got some Stickles and Distress Ink hot off the presses!! We weren’t allowed to take any photos, but Tim has a video to share, showing a bit of the factory.

Then it was time to get down to work! We started learning lots of techniques using Perfect Pearls! We had every colour of every product available to play with!! It gave us a chance to use colours we may not use and see colour combinations others like! Then after lunch we played with embossing a bit!!

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For the rest of the day Suze joined us and we were melting away learning 8 fun techniques!! Friday night, even though there was a major rain storm, we had a BBQ in the warehouse which was a great opportunity to talk with the other students and some of the people who work at Ranger!

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Saturday Morning we started at 9am, this time with the lovely Claudine Hellmuth teaching us all about her Studio Paint Collection and Sticky Back Canvas. We learned a couple transfer techniques as well!! Then the afternoon was all about Distress with Tim! Distress Powder, Paint, Ink and Stickles!! We had another major rain storm that actually left us in the dark a few times! Then after dinner Tim stayed and taught us how to make his cool 3D flowers!!

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Sunday morning was a tough one since it was Daylight Savings Time. So although it was 9am, our bodies were sure it was 8am. Sunday was everything Adirondack!! We completed 29 tags once the day was up!! Then we got our cool Certificates, officially making us Ranger Certified!!!

And as Graduation present, we were presented with a beautiful box of Ranger Goodies to take home with us so we can practice!!

I want to thank Ranger for being a wonderful host for the weekend and for offering an amazing opportunity!! As well, a thank you to Tim, Claudine and Suze for sharing their creativity! A thank you to Patti for helping us throughout the weekend! Plus a Thank you to Stampers Anonymous and Tonic for giving us some stamps and scissors as well!!

You can check out my Ranger U Flickr set to see all of the pictures in the video!
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And of course the contest!!! Tim signed a copy of his new book, A Compendium of Curiosities, and gave me 9 bottles of Distress Stickles to give to one of my fabulous viewers!! I would love it if you would tell all your friends about Scrap Time! As well, please leave me a comment in the iTunes store!! But, to enter the contest, all you need to do is leave me a comment here, on the Scrap Time blog (so if you are reading this in Google Reader, you need to visit the blog to be entered) telling me what you love (or don’t love) about Scrap Time and anything else you would like to share with me!!

THIS CONTEST IS NOW CLOSED!!
The contest closes on Friday, May 28th, at 11:59pm EST! This contest is open to everyone!!


I would love to hear your opinions on the show, and if you have any problems watching it. As well, if you have any techniques, projects, new products or tools you would like to see featured. You can email me at:

scraptimetalk@gmail.com

On the next episode I am showing you the Faux Wood technique I learned while I was at Ranger U!!

Thanks for checking us out!!
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156 Responses to “Ep. 500 - Ranger U and a contest!!!”

1. Natalie said:
May 20th, 2010 at 6:44 pm

I have enjoyed every episode; keep up the good work. I would be thrilled to be the winner of this contest.
2. Mira Davis said:
May 20th, 2010 at 6:57 pm

whwoooo… Christine.. i’ts look like you had a blast!!! and I’m so so jealous!! can you see me green hahaha…

Thanks for the great give away!!! looks like a great one… enjoy the long weekend and your time off :-)
3. Laurie VF said:
May 20th, 2010 at 7:15 pm

I am totally jealous……………a friend and I have talked about going to Ranger for about 3 years now….one day we will…………..lucky you……I always follow your blog…….love it……I guess you are off to CK Buffalo next……………we go each year but unforseen circumstances prevented us this year…..Enjoy!
Laurie VF
4. Jennifer Barnes said:
May 20th, 2010 at 7:24 pm

I love watching you! Keep up the great work! I love Ranger wish I could do what you do and thanks to your teaching I am slowly learning!!!
5. Sue Harris said:
May 20th, 2010 at 7:25 pm

Christine - Congrats on your 500th episode!! Well deserved place on the Ranger U! I look forward to every episode and another 500!!
6. Dexter said:
May 20th, 2010 at 7:28 pm

congrats on your 500th episode, i love watching your episodes with my wife
7. DianaY said:
May 20th, 2010 at 7:35 pm

Ranger U sounds like fantasy vacation to me. Lucky You! Great way to celebrate 500 episodes. Looking forward to your 1000th! Love everything about your show. My only complaint is that my computer is so slow on downloading your episodes.
8. Mary Chong said:
May 20th, 2010 at 8:10 pm

Ranger U would be a dream come true for me!! wow - so lucky. What I like about your blog - the videos of course!
9. Mita said:
May 20th, 2010 at 8:31 pm

I have seen all of your shows. You are awesome! Thanks so much for all you do…:)
10. Jennifer Coombs said:
May 20th, 2010 at 8:31 pm

I find your podcast very informative. It shows me how to use products and different ways to use products I may already have. I also enjoy learning about new products. I am always telling people about your podcast. I would like to see grunge board and grunge paper ideas. Keep the podcast coming and here’s to another 500!!!
11. Christine said:
May 20th, 2010 at 8:36 pm

Wow - 500 episodes! That’s amazing! Your videos are the best and I love when you show new products and techniques. Here’s hoping for 500 more episodes.
12. Norma said:
May 20th, 2010 at 8:38 pm

Thanks for your awesome videos…I really enjoy them. And I am so totally jealous that you went to Ranger U. Must have been an incredible experience. Thanks so much for sharing and for the opportunity to win.
13. Janice said:
May 20th, 2010 at 8:38 pm

Congrats on 500!!! it’s been fun to watch. I love all the variety
14. lisa said:
May 20th, 2010 at 9:11 pm

I love your videos and have been watching since the beginning. I appreciate all you do and take you everywhere on my itouch. I look forward to the next 500, congrats!
15. Tina V said:
May 20th, 2010 at 9:18 pm

I love seeing all the different products and how you use them, it is very inspiring. I hope you will be showing us some of the wonderful techniques you learned at Ranger U!
16. Lucie said:
May 20th, 2010 at 9:22 pm

What a different episode … fit for a 500th. You are lucky to have been accepted at Ranger U but you deserve it girl. Congratulations and I am looking forward to the next 500 episodes of great teaching.

Lucie
:)
17. Shannon White said:
May 20th, 2010 at 9:27 pm

I love that you always have something different on your videos. You’re always showing awesome products (that I want!) and techniques (that i need to try).

The Ranger school looks awesome. I want to go!!!
18. Kristie Maynard said:
May 20th, 2010 at 9:35 pm

Oh My Goodness Christine, where do I start? I love that you have a wide variety of videos, some showing product and others showing technique. Always informative and fun to watch. I also love that you tell us what is up in the next episode. I have been hooked from the time I saw the first video.
What don’t I like about Scrap Time? Hmmmmmm…..can’t think of anything.
Can’t wait to see some of those great techniques that you learned at Ranger U. How fortunate for you to be able to attend!
Thanks for sharing all you knowledge with us! You’re the best!
Thanks also for the chance to win these great prizes.
19. Jennifer said:
May 20th, 2010 at 9:36 pm

Just got a message on facebook about this and I’m so glad that I took a look!
20. Tina said:
May 20th, 2010 at 9:53 pm

I love Scraptime for many reasons: the ideas, seeing new products, techniques, and the inspiration. The only problem is everytime you show something I want it!! So scraptime is bad for my wallet ;) Love your show I hope you keep it up for a long time!! Congrats on your 500th episode!!
21. Doreen Marchetti said:
May 20th, 2010 at 9:58 pm

Great show! Awesome that you were chosen to attend.
22. Rochelle said:
May 20th, 2010 at 10:04 pm

500!!! Congratulations!!! I love to watch Scraptime & really enjoyed “joining” you at Ranger U.
Look forward to many more episodes.
23. MaryNSC said:
May 20th, 2010 at 10:21 pm

O WOW I Love yawl your videos..
I would LOVE to Have Tim’s BOOk U would hear me HOLLER!!
I Am so glad I twit U and FB U I been sick And I would have messed this one..I would a been to late.. So tell MARK thank U for sending out the MESSAGES to come see the 500 th video..
HUGSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSs
24. Kathy in MN said:
May 20th, 2010 at 10:32 pm

What I love: this podcast. Why: there is NOTHING like it out there. Great reviews on products-fab examples of what you do with them. Love it when you do your CHA vidcasts. Love when you show new techniques and how to use products. You keep me current, especially when I don’t have time to take classes, I do have 5 minutes to watch your podcast. Congrats on 500!!!
25. Monica F. said:
May 20th, 2010 at 10:37 pm

I love Scraptime Christine! I enjoy all your reviews on products & techniques. The production is always excellent and I have no problems ever viewing it. One of the highlights is watching you & Gemma craft together!(I enjoy crafting with my kids too!) Congrats on 500 episodes and I wish you many more. Thanks so much for the giveaway.
26. Sharon Caillier said:
May 20th, 2010 at 10:45 pm

It would be the highlight of my life to attend Ranger U. You are so lucky. I would even be satisfied with just
being close enough to take a class with him. I’d probably faint when I see him. Anyway, thanks for sharing your projects with us and please pick me for the contest.
27. Dani C. said:
May 20th, 2010 at 11:09 pm

I have been a fan of your fantastic videos for a long time. They have taught me so much and have shown me what I should or should not get! Thanks so much and I look forward to your next 500 videos!!
28. SusanHnSC said:
May 20th, 2010 at 11:15 pm

I love your episodes - I’ve been going back and watching some of the older episodes lately - you show some great techniques!
29. Sharon said:
May 20th, 2010 at 11:48 pm

WooHoo!! 500th episode! How awesome!! Congrats!!!!! Sounds and looks like you have a most exciting weekend at Ranger U. So glad you were able to attend. Can’t wait for you to start showing us how to do some of these projects!! I just love watching you videos. I learned so much from them. Keep up the great work. Have a wonderful and safe time next week. :)
30. Loraine in Québec said:
May 21st, 2010 at 12:02 am

Oh my gosh, it’s amazing! 500 episode and I see all. Congratulations and continu you’re fabulous work. And I cross my finger…see you!
31. Therese said:
May 21st, 2010 at 12:43 am

Wow Christine, congrats on your 500th episode, a well deserved present to yourself at the Ranger University with Tim and the gang……….I met Tim at the novi show and he was so awsome that i wished i could of stayed with him at his demo’s all afternoon, but i did learn alot from him and he was such a joy to be around with……….He did have some nice things to say about you………..I just love your new hairstyle………makes you look younger and sassy………..congrats again……….I will be looking forward to another 500 episodes to watch and learn………..love and hugs———Therese
32. Marcia said:
May 21st, 2010 at 12:54 am

Hi Christine! Congrats on your 500th episode! I’ve really enjoyed watching your show. There really isn’t another podcast like it. I love all the different products and all the different techniques you show. I find that I can really use them in all different types of crafting, not just scrapbooking. Please keep up the great work!
33. Helena said:
May 21st, 2010 at 1:27 am

Thank you CHristine to give me the chance to win !!!! I read you every day and a lot of kiss for you 500 episodes
Please … Take my name !!!!!!!!!!!!! LOL
34. Diane Lee said:
May 21st, 2010 at 2:30 am

My friend sent me a link to your site. WOW!! I have a lot of catching up to do. Loved the first 2 videos I saw. Cant wait to view the rest. Lucky you getting to go to Ranger U… Love Tim Holtz products. I
35. Cindy Whiddon said:
May 21st, 2010 at 2:35 am

I Love you show. It’s how I learn things and about new products. I found out about you about 4 months ago and have gone all thru your site to catch up. Some things I didn’t buy or get until I saw what they were for on your site. Thanks you for a chance to win the goodies. Happy 500 episode…and many more. Please many more.
36. KikiK said:
May 21st, 2010 at 2:51 am

Oh!!! I’ve seen you!!!!! I think it was on Tim’s blog with the participants and I was wondering if you’ll have a video aboout it! You’re SO lucky!!!! Congratulations Christine! What an experience it must have been!!! I have the book and love it.
Congratulations on the 500th episode too!!! I like every bit of it. Showing us techniques, the latest products, your true opinion about a product…I like everything you show. And your CHA videos? Like we are there. What I don’t like is that they are not everyday lol! just kidding of course! Keep up this way you two!!!
37. Cindy Strickland said:
May 21st, 2010 at 3:22 am

Congrats Christine for the 500th and making into Ranger U. Can’t imagine what a wonderful time that would be to spend a weekend with those talented and inspirational folks. Thanks for sharing it with us.
38. Sandra said:
May 21st, 2010 at 3:37 am

Congrats on your 500th episode! I loved watching every episode and all of these brought a lot of inspiration, tips and techniques. I loved watching the CHA videos!!Please keep up this great work! And thanks for giving us a chance to win.
39. Lora said:
May 21st, 2010 at 5:31 am

Ranger U looks like so much fun! And what a great way to learn some fun new techniques! I’m excited to see all of the new episodes sharing these great things you learned!
40. AngelaL said:
May 21st, 2010 at 5:32 am

Congratulations on your 500th episode Christine. I never miss an episode and especially like the episodes about new tools to see if they are worth buying. Thanks for the opportunity to win this lovely prize.
41. Paula said:
May 21st, 2010 at 5:37 am

Hi Christina

Congratulations on reaching 500, amazing!

I’ve been watching for well over a year now, and I love every episode. I’ve even kept some for ideas.

I love your clear concise style, you display all the products in depth, and I love that you also show the projects you’ve made from them. It really makes me want to go and buy the products, and follow your inspiration.

I especially like the mini-book, and the new techniques episodes. Some of my favourites include: Ep 290 December Mini-book, Ep 390 Graphic 45, and Ep 398 The Button Farm. But that’s only 3 of many!

Keep up the fabulous work, and I’ll keep watching. Thank you for all your work, inspiration and creativity.
42. Jo-Ann said:
May 21st, 2010 at 5:59 am

Wow, Christine ….That is so awesome….500 episodes and Ranger Certified!! Congrats and good wishes for your continuing success!
43. NancyS said:
May 21st, 2010 at 6:35 am

Congratulations, Christine, on achieving this AMAZING milestone…500 episodes is truly a labor of love.

I love both when you introduce us to new products and when you show us awesome techniques. I always look forward to seeing what is new, and I can count on you to be on top of trends. THANKS SO MUCH for keeping us inspired.
44. Linda said:
May 21st, 2010 at 6:41 am

What a FABULOUS 500th episode! I’ve watched you for some time now and I always enjoy seeing the different things you show us. Thank you, Christine, for all your hard work on our behalf! I also share your episodes with my 8 year old daughter, Mary. She loves watching you, and we enjoy trying some techniques together.
Keep up the good work and God Bless.
45. yifatiii said:
May 21st, 2010 at 6:58 am

Congrats on the 500th episode! I wisheing you & us many more :)
I love this specific episode, what a great idea.
Now I added to my wish list more Ranger’s items.
Thanks for sharing this with us, as well as all the previous episodes. I so enjoy of them and learning a lot ♥
PS - I shared “Scrap Time” at my Facebook and Twitter!
46. Susan M said:
May 21st, 2010 at 7:00 am

Congratulations on No 500 and being chosen for Ramger U ! I really like watching Scraptime and am grateful to see the techniques ,products etc being demonstrated as I live far from a craft shop.Thanks for all your hard work!
47. TinaC said:
May 21st, 2010 at 7:06 am

That tag collection will be an amzing resource. Congrats on the 500 episode.
48. Wendy C said:
May 21st, 2010 at 7:56 am

That was fun taking a mini trip on what all you learned at Ranger U. Happy 500th episode and looking forward to many more. Can’t wait to see some of the techniques you learned while at the U. I look forward to see what you will be showing on each episode. Thanks for bringing this to us.
49. KnitterPam said:
May 21st, 2010 at 8:04 am

I love that you’re still showing a nice variety of new items in the scrapbook industry, from tools to papers to techniques. Keep up with the variety and thanks for sticking with this project for so long!
50. Kerry OToole said:
May 21st, 2010 at 8:07 am

I have been a subscriber to your podcast since very early. I love it. I constantly refer to it when I’m soursing new tools or product. From watching your podcasts I can get a truer impression of what the product or tool is like and if it will meet my needs. As well as that you have inspired me to try many new techniques that may have otherwise seemed beyond my capabilities. Your product reveals are great at wetting the appetite as so often here in Australia product seems to take ages to reach us. I commend you on a great service, keep up the good, no supurb work
51. Liz said:
May 21st, 2010 at 8:13 am

Congrats on your 500th video and on attending Ranger U.
I look forward to seeing you demonstate some of the techniques you have learned. I recommend your blog to many new scrappers.
Good luck to the winner of this great prize.
52. janO said:
May 21st, 2010 at 8:17 am

I love your show so much I can’t think of anything you should change! I especially enjoy the demos of craft products. Thanks so much for sending so much inspiration our way! Good job!
53. Donna VW said:
May 21st, 2010 at 8:28 am

I must say, I am green….green with envy (I know it’s a sin). What a fabulous opportunity to go to Ranger U! Thanks for sharing all the great photos. And congrats on your 500th video. I really enjoy your blog.
54. Adrienne said:
May 21st, 2010 at 9:13 am

Congrats on making it to your 500th episode. I discovered your shows when you were at show no 9 and have enjoyed watching them ever since.

And thank Mark for all his wonderful videoing!
55. Katherina said:
May 21st, 2010 at 9:28 am

I love everything about scraptime. As a beginner, with a very limited budget, I have to stop in to your blog every day. Literally, everday. I only buy what you recommend. I have never been disapointed!! As a result, I can tell my friends about your blog and feel good doing so. Aside from all that, I know you work very hard at what you do and it is very much appreciated. Don’t ever stop. You mean so much to so many. Maybe someday I will get to go see Ranger U too!!
56. connie dietz said:
May 21st, 2010 at 9:40 am

great video again! congrat on 500 show. Love your tags, cant wait to see how to do some of them.
57. connie dietz said:
May 21st, 2010 at 9:48 am

just looked at all of your flicker pictures. wow how do you work, i would not be able to even work with tim there! plus all the others, i would be in such a state, i would not be able to think! your pictures makes me want to get my ink and play, If only that work thing would stop getting in the way!!!!!
58. Susan Forbes said:
May 21st, 2010 at 9:53 am

Hi Christine, I love watching your episodes. What a treat for you to have gone to NJ to Ranger. I would love to be the winner of Tim’s book and the stickles. I love using stickles on my projects. TFS Susan
59. Elizabeth QHL said:
May 21st, 2010 at 10:11 am

thanks for all the great ideas! Looking forward to 500 more!
60. Judith Burhard said:
May 21st, 2010 at 10:39 am

congrats on your 500th episode. What a wonderful give away.

armybrat@rochester dot rr dot com
61. Karla said:
May 21st, 2010 at 10:59 am

What a wonderful episode! congratulations Christine!!! I’m looking forward to see the new techniques you learned at Ranger U. I loved the “epoxy-ed” butterfly.
62. Heather Myers said:
May 21st, 2010 at 11:56 am

Inky Hugs from Calgary, AB!
Love your blog Christine Keep up the good work. have to say that I’m a bit jealous you got to go to Ranger U but and soooo glad you shared this experience with the rest of us!
so much fun and I look forward to learning some of the techniques you learn while at Ranger U!
63. janaina said:
May 21st, 2010 at 12:27 pm

Christine congrats so far you helped me a lot with tools i wanted to know before buying them ! Love this
64. Anji Woodward said:
May 21st, 2010 at 1:12 pm

I am SO jealous! I would love to be able to go to Ranger U! I absolutely love wathcing your episodes… Not only for the product reviews and techniques taught, but because every now and then I have crafter’s block. Your shows always give me ideas! Thanks!
65. Katherine A said:
May 21st, 2010 at 1:42 pm

Congratulations on your 500th episode! I am so envious of your chance to go to Ranger U. I’m looking forward to videos of what you learned.
66. Barb said:
May 21st, 2010 at 3:05 pm

I saw the Tim Holtz video last week and he makes you want to buy everything he demos!!! Love his stuff and his ease with crafting - it seems like his projects magically appear while he is just having a conversation with you through the camera. Can’t wait to play with some of Claudine’s canvas also.
67. Barb said:
May 21st, 2010 at 3:07 pm

Oops! Got so carried away talking about the Ranger stuff that I forgot to say I love your podcasts but would enjoy seeing more projects you made with the products. I do sometimes go to Flikr but I watch the podcasts all over the place on my iPod. Thanks for all your work.
68. Barbara said:
May 21st, 2010 at 3:31 pm

I love that you are so crafty and are right up on all the newest and greatest - even the tried and true. I love that you are so generous with your time and talent. I love that you are kind to your bloggers and answer any question, and in such a timely manner. Keep up the great work. I watch your videos every time they are posted and am always, always inspired.
69. laura j said:
May 21st, 2010 at 3:55 pm

I’m very envious of anyone who gets to go to ranger u!!! What an experience it must be! thanks for sharing!
70. Tracey said:
May 21st, 2010 at 4:50 pm

Congratulations on 500 episodes !! I never have any problem accessing your videos, and love seeing the many different techniques and products you showcase. Hope you continue on to another 500 episodes !
71. joan mclaughlin said:
May 21st, 2010 at 6:23 pm

Christine, I absolutely love your videos! Keep up the excellent work and I am so looking forward to seeing you feature some of those techniques you learned at Ranger U.
72. Harriet Hensley said:
May 21st, 2010 at 6:28 pm

A dream of mine is to get to go to Ranger U…. thanks for sharing your time there and also this opportunity to win these wonderful gifts….
73. Beth G said:
May 21st, 2010 at 7:00 pm

I love the product demonstrations and the cute cards you make!
74. Pam said:
May 21st, 2010 at 7:12 pm

Love each and every episode (and more than once). I love watching your techniques, I have learned so much. Plus, I love it when you show new products. Again, I have learned so much. Keep up the good work!
75. Di Barcus said:
May 21st, 2010 at 7:37 pm

Christine, congratulations on 500 episodes! What an accomplishment. I haven’t seen anyone else out there who has done anything close to what you do - covering CHA, demonstrating tools and products, making projects using them. And what a lucky lady being accepted at Ranger U! I am totally envious. Just keep on doing what you do and I hope to see more of your episodes for years to come. ~ Di
76. Doris said:
May 21st, 2010 at 8:09 pm

I like “test driving” products through your website to see if I’d like them or not. You select a variety of items. You also answer questions - so I’m glad to tell you I did get the Cinch!
77. Beverly said:
May 21st, 2010 at 8:38 pm

Congratulations on your 500th episode.
Love your videos, what a concept, you do a fabulous job
at sharing, keeping us informed and inspired. Wishing you and us many many more episodes. Thank You.
78. Melissa (SCS: Stampin_Melissa) said:
May 21st, 2010 at 9:24 pm

How exciting for you to have attended Ranger U!! Congrats on the 500 episodes! I love watching your videos and see a product from truly a neutral perspective and not a manufacturer’ selling point! And to be able to see a product being used before buying! Thanks for all you do!
79. Katina H said:
May 21st, 2010 at 9:32 pm

Congrats on the 500th episode! I’ve learned so much from the videos, I especially like the ones when you demonstrate equipment or tools. Keep up the good work!
80. SherylH said:
May 21st, 2010 at 10:18 pm

Wow — 500 episodes — that is quite an achievement! I love watching ScrapTime for the product reviews and seeing your demos on how to use them. Thank youfor the information and hope you keep it going.
81. Karen said:
May 21st, 2010 at 10:57 pm

Whoopee!!! 500 and counting. I like the techniques that you demonstrate and also the product reviews. Thanks so much for all the great info and inspiration.
82. Sarah said:
May 21st, 2010 at 11:55 pm

Congratulations on your 500th episode! Keep up the great work!!
83. Holly M said:
May 21st, 2010 at 11:59 pm

I was so thrilled when I found your videos awhile back. You’ve introduced me to so many products that have more than once temporarily set aside all thoughts about budget. :)
Keep up the incredible work and thank you so much for sharing your time and talents!
Congratulations on hitting 500!
84. Tammy Johnson said:
May 22nd, 2010 at 12:44 am

This was an awesome episode. You must have had such an awesome time. I can see that you are bursting to teach us what you have learned. I will be excited to see all the future episodes that will be coming up. I truly appreciate your blog. I learn so much and find out about new products. The scrapbook store that was closest to my house just closed after 15 years in business… so I will be relying on you even more.
85. Kelly Rodgers said:
May 22nd, 2010 at 2:14 am

what an amazing opportunity to go to Ranger U.
All the techniques look fabulous!!
86. Pat said:
May 22nd, 2010 at 3:32 am

Well Well, 500 episodes. It does not seem possible. It seems like just days ago I watched the first episodes. I love to come on an watch, I feel like I have my own personal teacher. You are great. I have enjoyed every episode.
Ranger Products?? What can anyone say about them them but WOW!! I love them all. I love my Stickles.
How can you scrap book without Stickles.
I guess I should stop rambling. I love your episodes and what’s more I love you and watching Gemma grow has been great. THANK YOU. Here is to another 500.
87. Patty DeThomas said:
May 22nd, 2010 at 6:05 am

Congratulations on your 500 episodes, I’ve watched everyone of them and some twice. Keep up the good work, I love learning new things and seeing the new items.
I would Love to go to Ranger U someday, I’m glad you got the chance to go, we live through you.
Thanks for all you do.
88. Christy said:
May 22nd, 2010 at 6:32 am

Not letting you guys take pictures? That must have been torture for y’all! I understand, though! Congratulations on 500 episodes - what a feat!! The thing I love most about Scraptime is getting to see such a wide variety of products. I live in a small town and have to drive about an hour to get to a LSS or Michael’s and with 3 young kids, it doesn’t happen often. But with your podcast, I feel like I get to see things that I wouldn’t be able to find with my kids climbing out of the cart, picking stuff up, etc.! Plus I’m on a really tight budget, so I get a feeling if the products would be worth the money. Thanks for a great show - it’s really fun and informational. Even my 5 year old will say, “Let’s watch that lady that shows us how to scrapbook!”
89. Sharon said:
May 22nd, 2010 at 6:54 am

Hi Christine, love your videos. I found them a while back through a friend and am hooked…I subscribe to them via podcast in iTunes so I don’t miss an episode! I have learned so many new techniques by watching you, especially how to use Glimmermist! Looking forward the next 500 episodes.
90. angel said:
May 22nd, 2010 at 8:21 am

You were so lucky to go to Ranger U. It looks like you had a great time. I think it;s great that you spend you time sharing all your experiences with us since we can’t go. Thank you so much. I really look forward to your episodes. Congradulations on the big 500.
91. Teresina said:
May 22nd, 2010 at 8:24 am

Congrats on your 500th episode! You have interesting & informative shows and we are all so lucky to have you sharing with us the latest & greatest techniques and new paper lines.
Thank you & keep up the good work!
92. Denise said:
May 22nd, 2010 at 8:27 am

What a wonderful show. I discovered scraptime while looking for podcasts to listen/watch while flying. I deleted all the others I came across, but continue to watch this one faithfully because I love how it shows new products and then shows what you can do with the product. I’ve bought many things I wouldn’t have considered otherwise. So many good ideas too. Love the show!!!
93. gail Kersten said:
May 22nd, 2010 at 9:22 am

I live in Northern WI and this website, with the videos is showing me lots of techniques and products I would never know.
The closest Scrapbooking store is over an hour away.
So seeing you demoing items is a great thing for me
Congrats on 500 episodes. Look forward to many more
94. Mary Tilman said:
May 22nd, 2010 at 9:32 am

Congratulations on 500 episodes! Quite an accomplishment. I appreciate the reviews of new products but especially like to see new techniques demonstrated. Looking forward to seeing what you learned at Ranger U. Thank you for opportunity to win!
95. Katherine said:
May 22nd, 2010 at 9:36 am

I have watched every episode(podcast)you have published! I always feel inspired to make cards or scrapbook after watching your episodes. =)

-Katherine age 16, Alabama
96. Kat Cal said:
May 22nd, 2010 at 9:38 am

I love love love your show!! You have inspired me to have my own craft blog.
97. Cori-Lyn said:
May 22nd, 2010 at 10:18 am

First off, CONGRATULATIONS on 500!!!!
Secondly……..oh my goodness I am jealous - Ranger U is a dream of mine!!!
And thirdly, I adore Scrap Time - I have never had issues with the videos and I truly appreciate all that you do to share the love of the craft!
Enjoy your week off!!
98. Deb Smith said:
May 22nd, 2010 at 1:15 pm

So glad that you got to go to Ranger U. You are so deserving as you teach us all so much - my favorite thing about Scrap Time is learning new techniques, tools, and products. Congrats on the 500th. Looking forward to 500+ more.
99. Heather said:
May 22nd, 2010 at 1:25 pm

Congrats on #500!
I love that you cram lots of fun info into easy vids for us. They’re always informative and innovative :)
Wow, you are one lucky gal to stroll through Ranger U! I wish I could be so lucky… I think I’d still be there, oohing and awing at all the products :)
Thanks for the chance to win!
100. Brandy Yetzer said:
May 22nd, 2010 at 1:31 pm

500 Episodes! I’m with you through the next 500, and beyond! Don’t ever stop doing this, you are so wonderful to keep producing these episodes for all of us to see! I want to thank your husband, too, for filming them for you!
I am so happy for you and your success. I watch you on i-tunes podcast and I have searched for other podcasts like yours, but nothing compares to you, not even on YouTube.
If you are ever in Minnesota for the big Scrapbook convenention held at the Mall of America, you let me know.
CONGRATULATIONS!
101. Brigid said:
May 22nd, 2010 at 2:58 pm

Congrats on your 500th episode!! I love all the different ideas you show…it’s really helped me to expand how I think of creating things!
102. Annetta Adams said:
May 22nd, 2010 at 5:28 pm

I absolutely adore Scraptime. I have watched all the episode and there are many I watch over and over just to get ideas or refresh on a technique. I am so thankful you do them and can’t wait for the next 500. On a funny note, my Shitzu Oreo also loves Scraptime. Whenever I start an episode he runs and jumps up on the couch beside me to see what’s going on. He most love Christine as much as I do!
103. Darlene said:
May 22nd, 2010 at 6:41 pm

I like to watch your videos because, as you once mentioned, you only talk about the products you like. I am introduced to a lot of products I don’t see on other blogs as well as hearing another opinion (yours)about products that have been reviewed by others. The same can be said for your instructional/technique videos. BTW, thanks for taking all those Ranger U pictures. I don’t know how you were able to remember to grab your camera while in the midst of “creating”. Also, CONGRATULATIONS on attaining quite a milestone - Video 500!
104. Becky Boyd said:
May 22nd, 2010 at 7:54 pm

I love you and the work you do. I follow you on Twitter and your blog. My sister and I met you briefly at CHA Supershow in Anaheim. We were the ones making fools of ourselves just seeing you and telling you what a star you are. We also love Tim Holtz and his grunge products. We’ve been drooling over his book at shows. I have saved most of your videos so I can refer back to them. I love seeing the new products and what you make with them but best of all is the techniques.
105. Diana said:
May 22nd, 2010 at 8:31 pm

I LOVE the demonstration videos–thanks!
106. Tracy said:
May 23rd, 2010 at 2:11 am

Happy 500 episode! I love your shows. They are all so informative. I just love how you first show each product and then you show something you made from each one. This really gives me an idea of how it can be used. I also love how you make a sample card of each color that are going to use. That is a great idea especially when you are not sure what color you want and you can go back to your color chart and choose without wasting your products.
107. Nat Cleeter said:
May 23rd, 2010 at 3:46 am

Wow - u lucky thing - man would I love to have a chance to go to Ranger U!!! Looks like u had a fab time and got some great ideas to show us all! Well done Christine!
108. ChelleBB said:
May 23rd, 2010 at 5:35 am

WOW Christine, congratz on 500, with many, many more to come! So lucky to spending time with TH as well, must of just been fab.. anyway, have a great one and again, CONGRATZ! xx Chelle
109. Louise Moore said:
May 23rd, 2010 at 6:14 am

Hi Christine, congratulations on 500 episodes, I’ve watched every one so far and can’t wait for the next 500!! It’s hard to say what I love most about Scraptime, but I’ve definitely enjoyed the huge variety of products you’ve shown and the projects you’ve made with them, as a new scrapper it’s definitely helped me dive into the crazy world of scrapbooking. Thank you so much for all of your inspiration, you’ve certainly made me a better scrapper!!
Thanks also for such a generous prize offer!
Keep up the good work Christine!!
Warmest Wishes from Ireland,
Louise
110. Teri said:
May 23rd, 2010 at 6:27 am

Wow I can not wait to see what you have to show us from what you learned at this great opportunity

I can not wait

Teri
111. S said:
May 23rd, 2010 at 8:36 am

Love the videos, love Tim Holtz, thanks for being us such fabulous inspiration. Happy 500th!
112. Debra Lawrence said:
May 23rd, 2010 at 8:40 am

Christine… Thank you for your inspiration! 500!! Wow CONGRATS. I so look forward to your podcasts, gets me through my day so I can be creative after all the “work” of the day is complete!!

All the best. Continued Success!!
~Debra in WI
113. Barb Mc said:
May 23rd, 2010 at 2:00 pm

Happy 500th podcast! I have learned so much from you and have enjoyed your podcasts as my first introduction to video on iTunes. Thank you so much! And thank you for the opportunity to win anything “Tim Holtz”!
114. Gail said:
May 23rd, 2010 at 2:37 pm

Congratulations on such a great milestone! Thanks for the great podcast/videos, you do a great job and I appreciate it very much. Here’s to the next 500 *cheers*
115. Shanon Miller said:
May 23rd, 2010 at 4:01 pm

I think you and your podcasts ROCK! I was very excited when I found it two years ago on iTunes. Keep up the great job and I can’t wait to see what you have planned for us in future episodes.
116. Lacey M said:
May 23rd, 2010 at 4:16 pm

I wish I could have an experience like Ranger U. That looked liked so much fun.
117. Kerri Boucher said:
May 23rd, 2010 at 7:00 pm

love the show and the technique also congrats on Ranger U a dream come true…keep up the great work..
118. Shelly said:
May 23rd, 2010 at 7:55 pm

Congratulations on your 500th episode! I have always enjoyed watching your videos — they are so interesting and informative. Thanks for telling us all about Ranger U — looking forward to hearing more about the individual projects/techniques that you showed us. Great giveaway! I would love to win!
119. Debra Kalatucka said:
May 23rd, 2010 at 9:18 pm

Hi Christine,
I’m so jealous. I would love to send tree days at Ranger U. You lucky little devil! I know I would be in heaven seeing all that product at once and sitting there waiting for me to use it. Wow! That sure did look like a lot of work. I loved how they had you apply the methods you used on the back of the tags. So often you bring samples of things home, think you’ll do them sooner than later, and then when later comes you forget what you did to get that look. BRAVO to one of the newest Ranger U Graduates. So looking forward to your next 500 episodes. Thanks so much for the double episode. Loved it! Debbie Kalatucka in Penndel, PA
120. LaceyNB said:
May 23rd, 2010 at 11:54 pm

That’s a very cool technique. Oh the things they can dream up at Ranger!
121. Debi W. said:
May 24th, 2010 at 1:17 am

Christine, I LOVE your show, I have been introduced to so many awesome products in the year or so that I’ve been watching Scrap Time! Loved the 500th episode, too! what a fun time that must have been! I am a wee bit envious! LOL Thanks so much for sharing your experience and your work with us! Quite a treat! Really!
122. Ninon said:
May 24th, 2010 at 3:06 am

How fabulous to see all the photos you took at Ranger U! Sounds like a great experience. I love your blog as I am always looking to learn something new, and your videos are always so much fun to watch :-)
123. Cheryl Sue said:
May 24th, 2010 at 9:07 am

Ranger U sounds fabulous! Congrats Christine on the 500th episode. I love when you do techniques or product reviews.
124. Rhonda said:
May 24th, 2010 at 10:31 am

Congrats on 500 episodes…I love watching your show and I am looking forward to the next 500….
125. Lynn P said:
May 24th, 2010 at 2:44 pm

You couldn’t have done anything more wonderful to hightlight your 500th episode than to share your experience at Ranger with us. I can’t wait to see your upcoming episodes to learn more new great techniques from Ranger and more.

PS: A signed copy of Tim’s book ‘A Compendium of Curiosities’ would be a beautiful cherished gift that I could of course show off with pride and make a few ladies very jealous!! Merci,
Lynn
126. Myra Grodzuik said:
May 24th, 2010 at 3:37 pm

Hello Christine I am jealous!! You got to go to scrapping school with Timmy! WOW that must have been a blast. I have been enjoying all your episodes especially the ones about the different products out there. I live in a small town and absolutely no scrapping store or product anywhere. So watching a Canadian show on the different products out there is great. So when I get a chance to get to a scrapping store I look for the stuff that you show us. Your projects are great and I do get inspired to get my scrapping done! I can’t think of any improvements for the show so just keep up the good work!!
127. Kathy Stacy said:
May 24th, 2010 at 4:10 pm

Very much enjoy the podcast and the exploration of the Ranger Products. Keep up the great work.
128. marla H. said:
May 24th, 2010 at 7:27 pm

WOW what a totally awesome priviledge to attend Ranger U. I think it would be any papercrafters dream!!! Cant wait to see what you share with us.
129. Jo-Anne said:
May 24th, 2010 at 8:35 pm

Congrats you got to go to Ranger U!
I really enjoy the various product reviews that you do because they help me plan future scrapbooking purchases. I also love the techniques that you demonstrate. I often don’t try something different myself unless I have seen it done by someone else.
130. Lynnscraps said:
May 24th, 2010 at 9:29 pm

Congratulations on the 500 episodes, and I have enjoyed watching them and learning from them. I am so-o-o jealous—–but congratulations on being selected for Ranger U. How exciting is that!!! Keep up the good work and many thanks for all your efforts.
131. Vicki H. said:
May 25th, 2010 at 1:16 am

Congrats on your 500h episode, and Thanks for sharing your experience at Ranger U–looks like it was a grand time learning from the masters! :) I especially enjoy the episodes when you teach us a new technique, or show us a new tool so we can see some of the full extent of its capabilities and get some hints on its usage, too. Thanks for the opportunity! :) And cute new ‘do you have! =)
132. Sarah DeBellis said:
May 25th, 2010 at 3:09 am

Congratulations on your 500th show. What I love about the shows is that they are short, sweet and to the point, and very entertaining. Not only that, but I use them as a video reference library and have them on my iPod so I can get quick ideas on the go, for example at crops. It is not unknown for my iPod to go wandering around the tables as other ladies at these events have a look at your ideas and advice. A Scrapbooker for years, I’ve only just taken up cardmaking and stamping, so I’ve been able re-visit earlier episodes. I’m getting a Big Shot soon, so I’m going to be revisiting all relative episodes for that too. The length of the episodes is just perfect for quick ideas and tutorials. It is incredibly generous of you and your husband (and daughter!) to give up your time to give us all great advice and inspiration, and all for free. Thanks again, and all the best for the next 500.
133. Dorie M. said:
May 25th, 2010 at 5:57 am

500 shows - that’s awesome! You must be absolutely thrilled. I have learned about so many wonderful products and techniques that I probably would have never found on my own. From your show I’ve gotten more into stamping and card making - plus I have fallen completely in love with Copic markers (which I learned about and how to use from you!)
134. Michelle said:
May 25th, 2010 at 9:23 am

500 shows! Conrgrats.. I love, love, love your podcast and everything goes onto my itunes. It is funny when I go to a scrap and the other gals are wondering what I am doing with my ipod, and it is watching an episode that I would like to try that day. I get alot of “let me see that’s” after they see what I do thanks to you. I also enjoy when you have Jenna on there, for the Halloween episode, I showed my daughter the pocast and we made the mint mummies together. It was a blast.
Thanks again, and CONGRATULATIONS!
135. Vivianne Perez said:
May 25th, 2010 at 12:41 pm

What I like and don’t like…Hmmm. I love it that I get your own personal take on products that are coming out and also what you do with them in your own scrapbooking and card making. Your videos are fun to watch and very informative. It is always fun to see what you make with products that I might buy. Frankly I can not say one thing I don’t like about your show. I thank you for the time you take out of your day to make this show for us. Thanks for a chance to win!!! Viv
136. Tina Gilliland said:
May 25th, 2010 at 12:51 pm

Wow… how lucky were you to go learn directly from Ranger!!!

I watch your show EVERY night (if you have a new one) on my iPod podcasts. It’s the last thing I see when I go to bed because I am already IN bed watching before I turn the alarm on. LOL My daughter sleeps with me occasionally and likes watching it as well. She is 8 years old and loves seeing Emma on the show!

I would love to win!! I am just getting into the Ranger alcohol inks and products and LOVING it!! Thanks for the opportunity!!
137. Angie said:
May 25th, 2010 at 4:00 pm

Yay!! 500 episodes. That is amazing. There’s so much I love about your podcast - seeing new products, seeing new techniques, seeing what you’ve made. So much inspiration. Hopefully you’ll reach 1000!! Thanks for all the episodes and project ideas!!
138. Diane O. said:
May 25th, 2010 at 7:41 pm

Congratulations on #500! I’m a loyal follower on iTunes so I can review on an as needed basis. You review a wide variety of products and give great tips. Keep up the great work and thanks!
139. Carmen Lucero said:
May 25th, 2010 at 8:38 pm

Christine, I love coming here to see what’s new. Thanks for giving a peek into what you learned from Tim!

Thanks for the opportunity to win!

Happy crafting!

Carmen
140. Melody said:
May 25th, 2010 at 9:38 pm

Christine, Congrats of 500 fabulous and informative episodes. You have no idea as to how much you inspire and educate each one of your fans. We are able to see the latest and greatest products, learn the newest techniques and hear your recommendations on products before we spend our hard-earned money on them. Thank you for taking the time to teach all of us, and here’s to 500 more great episodes!
141. Liz said:
May 26th, 2010 at 5:52 am

Wow! I am so happy for you to get to go to RangerU! You lucky duck! You deserve it though for 500 awesome episodes! Thank you for the chance to win such a great prize too :)
The thing I love about your show is your honest, when you review a product you say that it is really good or bad. I love it when you demo new techniques the most :)
Thanks again!
142. De White said:
May 26th, 2010 at 7:45 am

Ranger U…..What a wonderful experience that must have been! Congratulatuins on your 500th episode and here’s to the next 500!!
Cheers
De
143. Mitch J said:
May 26th, 2010 at 8:35 am

What a great prize! I like the fact that u take your time showing the product then different types of applications for them.
144. Sandra W. said:
May 26th, 2010 at 9:23 am

Congratulations! 500 awesome and informative episodes. I just love the mix between new products, techniques and projects you made. Thanks a lot and just go on like this!
145. Sherra said:
May 26th, 2010 at 12:24 pm

I curiously anticipated your 500th show! You didn’t disappoint! I enjoy learning about new products and scrapbooking ideas from your show. I am glad to know you will not be slowing down any!
146. Amanda said:
May 26th, 2010 at 12:51 pm

Thank you for such a brilliant podcast. There are so many crafters our there, with millions of ideas and products, but how can you get access to them? You can visit stores and websites, but what happens if you don’t understand the technique, understand the product or can’t visualise the end results? Your podcast is so unique in that it shares the techniques and products available to achieve fantastic results, but each of us can apply them in our own creative way. Being from London in the UK, we are so much slower at latching on to new products that I feel I can really keep abreast of where the market is going through your podcast. You always present in such a down to earth way, that I never feel intimidated by your skills or experience and feel like I have had a friend around for tea who has left me buzzing with enthusiasm and creativity! Thank you Christine and Mark for all your hard work. Have a great break you deserve it!
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