March Sampler ~ Le Jardin

March has arrived and soon it will be time to release our next issue of the Paper Crafters Sampler.  The theme this month:  "Le Jardin", The Garden.

Themes are planned weeks in advance giving close thought to the upcoming calendar months, be it holidays, events or seasons.  The March issue was designed to offer inspiration during these cold Wintery days.  This month's sampler will have you anxiously waiting the spring, when the soil is warm once again for tilling and sowing seeds.

If you've been keeping up with the samplers, you'll know our team members put a lot of thought into creating their projects.  All projects this month are specifically designed with a gardening theme.   Here's what you can look forward to in the upcoming March issue of Paper Crafters Sampler.

• Flowering greeting cards
• Decorative plant accents
• Spring birdhouse (new template)
• Gifts for the birds
• Gardening Apron card (new template)

All samplers are released the 10th of the month.  Subscribing is easy. Simply select one of the buttons located on the sidebar that best suits your needs.

Discount rates are available for those signing up with the recurring monthly or yearly plan.   If you're interested in just the "March ~ Le Jardin" stand-alone issue, the cost is $12.99.  The stand alone issues will be released March 11th.

If you're interested in obtaining back issues of any sampler, please contact the moderator.

Now, how about a glimpse into our March issue:  Le Jardin

Virginia Killmore

Tiffany Bauer

Melanie Schulenberg

Cherie Franklin

Lisa Hensley

If you'd like to see additional samples featuring the apron template supplied in the upcoming March issue, just select the image below.  You will then be transported to an "Adorning Apron" mini blog hop showcasing each design members take on the apron template.

April ~ Winged Things

The April issue of Paper Crafters Sampler is preparing for it's launch date of April 10th.  Our theme this month is "Winged Things".

Now that winter is subsiding, it's time for the Earth and it's creatures to wake from their long resting period.  With the 'feel' of spring in the air, you'll soon see crafters everywhere designing projects that relate to the new season.

This the Sampler is one step ahead again, offering ideas to get your started on your spring crafting project.  The April issue has incorporated birds, butterflies and other winged creatures for our "Winged Things" issue.  Design team members didn't limit themselves to just birds and butterflies.  They're offering some out of the box ideas to really get your crafting gears going.

The April issue will be offering another Exclusive template for our subscribers.  This month, a 3D paper Lantern. 

The template was designed to be used as a table-top display and can be used for multiple occasions.  Our design team has come up with some very clever themes for their lanterns.  You can view their beautiful samples below.  Take a peek at a few extra ideas using chipboard birds.

Additional Samples from the design team:

Regina Cornelius

Heidi Baks

May ~ Together Forever, The Wedding Issue.

June, one of the most sought after months for brides.  What better time than May to offer beautiful project ideas for this special event.

Our Together Forever, wedding issue offers ideas that are both charming and budget friendly.  Tap into your crafting supplies to create personalized invitation, favors and gifts for the bride and groom.  As with each sampler issue, the projects can easily be used for various other functions such as birthdays, showers and gifts.

Our May issue offers a new template for subscribers.  The Pyramid Box offers great versatility as party favors, posey holders, table decor, as well as coordinating wedding ensembles.

The "Together Forever" issue will be released May 10th for subscribers and May 11th for the single issue.

To purchase the single issue select the link below.  Previous monthly samples are available.  Purchasing the full year gives you access to all previous issue and templates for the year 2010.

Be sure to check out the "Pyramid Box Blog Hop" from the Paper Crafters Samplers design team. 

Laurie Forelich

Lisa Hensley

Andrea Buckland

Cherie Franklin

Tiffany Bauer

Also included in the May issue is the Glamour Girl Dress template.  Check ou an additional dress HERE.

June ~ Just Visiting

Summer has arrived along with family vacations. Whether you're visiting familiy or friends, show the hostess your gratitude by presenting her with a token of your appreciation.

Our June "Just Visiting" sampler offers several gift ensemble ideas. Projects range from beautifully packaged note card sets, embellished treat containers, note pad holders, bath and beauty and a beautiful hand-crafted quilt!

Subscribers of the Paper Crafters Sampler receive their latest issue on the 10th of each month.

July 2010 "Summer Breeze"

It’s summertime. This time of year offers many opportunities for outdoor recreation; baseball, Bar-B-Q’s, tennis and more.

While these outsides activities are fun, they’ll have you hankering for ways to keep cool, and keeping cool is what our July “Summer Breeze” sampler is all about.

We’ve got a refreshing twist this month. The projects within offer ideas for keeping you ‘cool’ during these hot humid days. Enjoy creating large funky circle shade trees, tropical drinks, beautiful beachscapes, and more.

August ~ Nature's Beauty

August ~ Nature's Beauty

Our August sampler offers ideas for incorporating “Nature’s Beauty” into your artwork. Each design team member created projects based on their own “Nature’s Beauty” perspective. Projects range from oak leaf candles, button birds to a charming peacock pendant.

September ~ Autumn Tapestry

The September sampler incorporates the beautiful colors of Autumn.

Here's what you'll find inside:

Lisa Hensley

Virginia Killmore

Laura Forelich

Tiffany Bauer

Lisa Hensley

Cherie Franklin

Melanie Schulenberg

October 2010 ~ The Witching Hour

The Halloween issue of Paper Crafters Sampler is due for release October 10th to PCS subscribers.  The single issue will be availalbe October 11th to all non-subscribers. 

Here's a few sneak peeks: