opening hours and some facts.

Hello every one. I just wanted to stop by and let you know that the shop is open but, if you'd like to make a purchase you will need to be quick. I will be closing the doors later next week and I may not reopen til the new year.
We are in the process of moving house and I cant guarantee when Ill be back on line and with Christmas just around the corner I think its time to take a little break.
The good news is that it also allows me some time to find some more yummy fabrics for buttons and to come up with some new bottle top designs.
While we are on the subject of when the shop is or isn't open I thought Id let you know about my plans for next year.
In 2011 the shop will only be open for 2 weeks each month. I have alot of new and exciting scrapbooking commitments and unfortunately as much as I love Lil' Red Rocket it does at times, have a habit of getting in the way of some 'Me' time.
So as of January the shop will open from the 7th through til the 21st of each month and the rest of the time it will be closed.
Of course I will still answer any emails or convos while the shop is shut so if you have an enquiry please feel free to drop me a line any time you like.

Now on the button front or back should I say.
I have been investigating changing over to flat back buttons ( I use shank backs and remove the shanks) and I have come to the conclusion that shank backs with the shank removed is still the best option for the following reasons.

I remove the shanks by hand and then add foam adhesive dots to the back because................

a) fabric is NOT acid free and if it comes in contact with your photo over time it will damage the surface of the photo.
The foam dots I use are made specifically for scrapbooking so, they are acid free and will raise the button just high enough so that the fabric will not come in contact with your page.
b) I am a perfectionist and will NEVER send you a button unless the image on the fabric is perfectly centered. I pride myself in the over all finish of my buttons and I want you to be excited when you unwrap your package, not disappointed.
Using shank backed buttons gives me the option of removing the back and remaking the button if it isn't perfect. Unfortunately with flat backed buttons there is no way of doing this and as the button components are expensive I cant afford to throw away inferior products.
c) Using shank back buttons means that if you are looking for a button for your sewing needs I can easily leave the shank of for you. Just need to leave me a message in 'notes to seller' at check out.
They also make beautiful hair elastics when threaded onto a snag free elastic and so If you ever have a custom order and just want 2 of this and 2 of that please let me know because I am happy to help where possible.
So YES shank backed buttons are more work than flat backed buttons but I think it is still the best option.

OK thats it for my facts and I will be back next week to announce the winner and runners up for the sketch comp and boy, do you ladies makes it difficult to choose a winner!
The entries are all so beautiful and we are so happy and grateful that you took the time to join in.
Ive decided to extend the closing date until midnight est 31 October so that means 30th US time because a few people weren't able to get their pages up loaded in time and of course we don't want to miss any of your gorgeous entries.
If for some reason you have trouble uploading to the link it please send me an email and Im happy to do it for you.
you will find the sketch challenge post HERE.
So good luck every one and We will be back with the winners when all the DT has had a chance to vote. TFL
Shell x

his hero

A little boy needs a hero and for my son Addison it is his definitely his daddy.

Here I have used one of lil Red Rocket's spotty teal buttons and tucked it under a hand made flower to add some contrast and texture to my layout.

Have you entered the sketch competition yet? You have until the end of October to enter for your chance to win some yummy yummy yummy goodies from LRR. See the details here

Kim

2 for you....

hello Everyone..how you all been??
i'm just visiting to show another couple of my layouts...
"Walk in the Park"

here i've used one the Apple buttons... fun hey.

and
"Ivy Paints"

Lil Miss Whoops bottle cap.. there are also a pink gingham button that you get with the apple buttons as well...

thanks for visiting..

and DONT forget that it is the most awesome button maker in THE WORLDs birthday tomorrow .... the 27th... so dont forget to wish the wonderful SHell a HUGe happy birthday...

Sugar BAby

SCARED....

I know we don't really celebrate halloween down under, but when Shell showed me these halloween bottle tops I couldn't resist. When ever my son Addison is scared he covers his ears, not his eyes... tee hee. I thought the the ghost bottle top was perfect to layer over the chipboard.

have a fab weekend...

Kim

Two.. and Quick before Kim gets in again...

so just a quick couple before Kim beats me into putting some layouts up..LOL..

"Whoops"

Using a yellow spotty button from the rainbow mix just to add alitle touch of yum to the layout..

and I had this one done for a little while, i just hadnt had a chance to put it up..
soooo.........
"Play"

on this one i've used 2 of the Seaside bottlecaps.. how cute are they????!!!!! Team it up with a little stamped half circle helps to draw your eye right through the page.
and can you see this one.... added to the middle of the chippy framed circle of photos as a centring focal point.. coolio...
thanks for stopping by and having a looksee here at Lil Red Rocket...

dont forget the sketch is still open and keep up the fantastic work ladies... Also thanks to everyone who left birthday wishes and Shell for posting it on here.. thanks you are Wonderful..

SUgar BAby..........

He loves to walk...

My son Addison an early walker, never really liked the pram so we compromised and bought him this bear backpack... both mummy and Addison were now happy!!!

I have used one of Little Red Rockets spotty lime buttons from the boy pack, tucked under the flower and layered over some vellum for a different look.

Happy happy Sunday to you all

Kim

HAPPY BIRTHDAY MISS LEANNE!!!!

OK Ive been MIA for a while so Thanks to my AWESOME DT girls for helping to keep the Lil' Red Rocket show on the road.
The reason Im here today is to say a super duper HAPPY BIRTHDAY to our very own wonderful and talented LEANNE. YAY!!
We hope you have a fantastic day and get lots of Sugar xx.

HOWDY.....

Howdy partners, today I have a little share using one of LRR's cowboy bottle tops, they come in a pack of three so when the shop opens up again be sure to snap up a pack for all your little boy layouts. I thought the colours were a perfect match with the colours in my layout.

I have also used one of the red spotted buttons in the boy pack....

enjoy you day

kim

Free

Hello Lil Red Rocketeers,
it just me back to share another little layout that i have created using some lil Red rocket awesomeness..
"Free"

A lil Red Rocket lil girl button.. {the most gorgeous thing isnt it}

and also dont forget that its Lil Red Rockets FIRST biRThDaY this month and to celebrate Shell is offering a $25 gift voucher to the lucky winner.. Check out the sketch and details on how to enter HERE.....
thanks for visiting...
SUgar BAby..

Just a quick and easy milestone layout I created about my son Larsen, I have used one of Lilredocket's spotty buttons from the boys pack, I have layered it over a doily for a fun effect

Don't forget about the One year Celebration LRR sketch competition that is going throughout October , see here for details for your chance to win a $25 voucher for some yummy Lil Red Rocket goodies...

Kim

till next time

hey hey hey.. its Leanne...

Hello Peeps...
well i had alittle weekend of scrapping last weekend.. and created some layouts using the most amazing products.. i'll share the secret.. Lil Red Rocket...

"Ivy STyle"

the Lil Red Dot button..perfect just to add alittle zing and some colour.. woot woot..

and the second..
"T"

YUMmmmmmmmm Mr Men Bottle tops.. how sweet are they.. and how super dooper fun...

LOvin lil red rocket.. and dont forget about the birthday sketch.. i know i'd love a $25 voucher to LRR>....
SUgar BAby

Apple of my eye...

Larsen is definitely the apple of my eye, and I have used one of Shell's apple buttons layered over a chipboard piece on my layout. I love the bright red pop of these buttons as well they give great texture to the layout due to the material Shell has used.

Don't forget about the fabulous prizes you can win in LRR's 1st birthday celebration sketch competition, see here for details.

Kim

we have a winner!

First up please let me apologise for the late posting of the last blog candy.
I have been fairly unwell for the last week and a bit.
OK, here we go, better late than never.
CONGRATULAIONS Ronnie!!!
Thanks to every one who joined in.
Ill be back on board with more give aways soon so, stay tuned and don't forget about the sketch challenge this month (see post below) if youd like to win some LRR goodies..
Oh and the shop is closed again for a little while. There has been a bit of a mix up with some supplies that I ordered so when thats all worked out we will be back in business. TFL.
Shell x