Welcome to this month’s special edition of Scrapper’s Choice. The team and I are extremely excited to announce that once again we have joined the quest to find a cure for Breast Cancer. We’re continuing to support the National Breast Cancer Foundation (NBCF) fund much-needed research into the prevention and cure for breast cancer. This is a cause that is very close to all of our hearts and as October is Breast Cancer month, we are donating 10 cents from every issue of Vol 11 No 9 sold in Australian newsagencies, major chain stores and supermarkets to the NBCF – so keep an eye our for our very special edition of Vol 11 no 9 – Scrapbooking for a Cause.

Breast Cancer awareness is something the team at Scrapbooking Memories take very seriously and we encourage you all to support. We’ve had a fantastic time bringing this issue together for you and we hope you enjoy the informative and moving stories we’ve compiled. From interviews with scrappers who have survived tough cancer battles, to representatives of major organisations, our aim is to give you as much information as we can about Breast Cancer, while inspiring you to create and treasure every moment. We know the stories these women have shared with us will make you realise just how precious each day is and how important it is to be aware of changes in your body.

As well as Breast Cancer related articles and features, this month’s special issue includes a gorgeous card feature, fabulous galleries, awesome competitions, all the latest products and news to keep you busy. Plus, SBM online is as busy as ever so be sure to check out what all the excitement is about at www.scrapbookingmemories.com.au

Until next month, stay positive and thank you to all those generous people for helping us raise funds for such an important cause. If you’d like any more information on breast cancer research, or would like to make a donation yourself, visit the NBCF website www.nbcf.org.au

Scrapbooking for a Cause is on sale October 14th – so be sure to grab a copy and help us in the search to find a cure for Breast Cancer!

Take care,

Scrapbooking Memories presents Scrapbooking for a Cause – Vol 11 No 9

This month is Breast Cancer Month, and if there ever was a time when you absolutely must grab a copy of Scrapbooking Memories magazine, this is it!

In support of breast cancer awareness we are happily donating a percentage of every copy sold at Australian newsagencies and supermarkets to the National Breast Cancer Foundation. We’ve got an extremely special issue planned, with more heart-warming stories and more stunning ‘made with love’ projects to inspire you than ever before!

ALL-NEW HARMONIE

The stunning designs and practical nature of all-new Canadian company, Harmonie, will be music to your ears. Their fabulous Chic and Glamour range, along with their beautiful 12in x 12in engraved and cut acrylic albums are now available in Australia thanks to Addicted to Craft. To find your nearest stockist, visit www.addictedtocraft.com.au today!

This month, why not get your hands on these fabulously elegant products and scrap up a storm? All available from www.scrapbooksuppliesonline.com.au

We R Memory Keepers – Madam Royal Collection

Green Tara – Batik Pink Flowers Available in various sizes

Rose Moka – Diva Collection

CAPTURE THE SPIRIT
With Sprit of Tasmania

		Capture the Spirit is an exciting search to find and reward Australia's quiet achievers in the world of photography. The people behind Bass Strait's iconic ships are looking for photographs by enthusiastic and talented Australian snappers that celebrate and engage with the beauty of Tasmania. Whether it's capturing that idyllic shot of the sun setting over stunning Cradle Mountain, a group of friends sharing the delights of Hobart, or a couple bushwalking in picturesque Wine Glass Bay, Spirit of Tasmania want to share your pictures with the world. And what's more, there are great prizes to be won including digital cameras and holidays! The Capture the Spirit photography collection will be displayed online as part of a specially designed virtual gallery. There's a Best Kid's Photo Award category, which is open to those aged 12 years and under, and Spirit of Tasmania is also linking up with the Save the Tasmanian Devil Program by including a special charity category entitled 'My Favourite Tassie Devil'. The judges will be looking for creativity so perhaps a Looney Tunes style Taz or your Tasmanian Devil tie will come in handy! Of course, photographs of the real thing will be accepted too. So what are you waiting for? Entry to this competition is via website only and entrants are asked to upload images that are a minimum of 300dpi. For full terms and conditions, and to enter, visit www.capturethespirit.com.au COMPETITION OPENS SEPTEMBER 14th COMPETITION CLOSES NOVEMBER 30th

Share your creations with like-minded souls in our Scrap Room!
With more than 3700 members and over 10 000 layouts in the online gallery, the SBM Scrap Room is best place to find inspiration, meet other scrappers, find tips, techniques and share ideas!

Click HERE to sign up and share your scrapping masterpieces now!

Check out this month’s gorgeous project created with the Creative Cutter Inspiration ****TM from Pazzles. Each month Angella Peardon will demonstrate how easy and creative this versatile machine is!

		Take me there now! Sponsored by

We know you have tons of ideas, handy tips and favourite quotes to share – so we've created a place for you to do so! Share your wisdom and learn from other great scrapping minds in our all new Hot Scrappin' Tips page and Quote Notebook.
Check out our website for more details.

Help Scrapbook Superstore raise money and awareness for Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia (CGH) and Grace Nursery at Westmead Children’s Hospital in Memory of Lachlan Wood.

HOW YOU CAN HELP...

Buy a Raffle Ticket at the store or online www.scrapbooksuperstore.com.au for $2.00 each

• 1st Prize = $500 Gift Voucher from Scrapbook Superstore plus a Apple 8GB iPod NANO RRP $199 (Thank you Katrina and Mark Wood)
• 2nd Prize = NEW! Lexmark X7675 Printer RRP: $374.00 Thank you Lexmark
• 3rd Prize = An unlimited class pass for 2010 Classes - available in store and online.
• 4th Prize = Kodak C140 Digital Camera RRP: $138, kindly donated by Kodak

Please note: Apple is not a participant in or sponsor of this promotion.

The raffle will be drawn 18.12.09

All money raised goes directly to Grace Nursery

For more information on CDH go to www.scrapbooksuperstore.com.au or to http://www.cdh.org.au

This month we have three fabulous prizes up for grabs, consisting of an assortment of Chroma products!

		From Chroma comes this great pack! To win, tell us in 25 words or less why you want to win this pack. Send your answer, along with your full name and postal address to comps@expresspublications.com.au by November 4, 2009.

CALLING ALL YOUNG SCRAPPERS!

Just a reminder that Scrapbooking Memories supports the next generation of scrappers and we're on always on the lookout for talented youngsters! We know scrapbooking isn't just for adults, which is why we have our very own Young Scrappers gallery each month. We want to publish the up and coming stars of our craft!

If you're a young scrapper, please email your submissions to sthomson@expresspublications.com.au

Submission deadline October 21, 2009

Autumn -The leaves are falling and the landscape is taking on an enchanting burnt orange hue. If you've been inspired by this stunning season, send us in your pages!

Candid camera - Sometimes the best photos are the ones we don’t plan, the ones that are unexpected and especially those taken when the subject has no idea they are being watched! We want to see these candid shots on your layouts, so share them with us today.

Pregnancy - Nine months of joy, pain, anticipation, agony, excitement, wonder, fear and happiness – the list of emotions felt during this time is endless! But this is one of life’s most precious journeys and we want to celebrate it. Show us your pages dedicated to the miracle of pregnancy.

The following are projects and layouts we are always on the lookout for:

BEYOND THE PAGE ITEMS
It's time to think outside the square, or in this case - off the page. Take your scrapping to the next dimension and show us what you've got! We are constantly on the look out for your original and innovative beyond the page projects!