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April Calls
Somerset
Handcrafted Projects for Christmas, Halloween & Other Holidays
For most art and crafting enthusiasts, holidays are the best reasons to create handcrafted projects …
either to keep and treasure in the home, or to give and share with friends and loved ones. But with so
many holidays that seem to come around more quickly with the passing of each year, even the most
creative minds need project ideas. Christmas cards, gift wrap papers, wreaths, advent calendars,
Halloween trick-or-treat pails, papier mâché Valentine hearts, glittery paper hats for the New Year,
patriotic paper fans for Independence Day, and Thanksgiving table decorations are just some project
ideas that you might consider. Somerset Holidays is sure to become a holiday tradition in many homes,
where ideas for creative celebrations abound. Please submit your most festive projects for the following
categories to be considered for this beautiful 144-page publication.
Deadline for artwork to be received: Annually every April 15th.

Somerset Digital Studio Digital artwork is HOT right now and we’re super excited about this great publication that features all digital designs. Somerset Digital Studio focuses on all things digital — scrapbook pages, ATCs, collages, cards, invitations, calendars, clothing, heritage pieces — anything that is unique, distinctive, artistic and created digitally. In order to be considered for publication in Somerset Digital Studio, please send via e-mail the following for each submission: a high-res image (300 dpi, at least 6 x 6 inches), a brief paragraph describing the artwork (who's who in any photos or why you were inspired to create it), instructions on how you created your digital artwork including the specifics as to what tools, programs, etc. you used. Please include your name, e-mail and mailing address with every submission. E-mailed submissions should be directed to the managing editor, Jana Holstein, at somersetdigital@stampington.com. Please put “Somerset Digital Studio” in the subject line. Somerset Digital Studio is published semi-annually in March and September.
The deadline for artwork to be received: every October 15th and April 15th.

Vintage Halloween (Newsstand Date: September 1, 2009)
It's that time of year again! It's time for our wildly popular Vintage Halloween issue! Witchy women, jack o'lanterns, gothic tales, fairies and goblins ... the magical holiday of Halloween is filled with wonderful images and ideas that beg for artistic expression. We'd like you to stir the caldon, cast a spell, do whatever's necessary to conjure up some spooktacular vintage Halloween artwork.

For the September/October 2009 issue, please submit paper and mixed-media projects that capture the beguiling and enchanting spirit of vintage Halloween.
We must receive your artwork by April 15, 2009

Scrapbook Trends Magazine is currently looking for layouts with the following themes for our September 2009 issue:
Adoption
Back to School
Cards for Teachers
Digital
Grandparents
Lots of Photos
Pets
Showcase: Layouts you love that don't fit any other category. Be prepared to share the story behind the layout, why you created it and why you love it.
Real Life: Where We Live - Share a bit about where you live - your house, your neighborhood, or your town. You never know, it could all be different in a few years!
Challenge: Good Reads - Read a good book lately? Create a layout showcasing your favorite - or a long list of good reads.
Stories to Tell: I'm Feeling It! - A great way to convey the theme of your journaling is by adding texture. So don't tell us how you're feeling - show us. Use texture to convey the emotion and make sure the emphasis is on the journaling.
***PLEASE SEND A SEPARATE EMAIL FOR EACH SUBMISSION YOU WOULD LIKE TO BE CONSIDERED FOR PUBLICATION.***
Deadline: 11:59 PM (Mountain Time) on Sunday April 5th, 2009.
Please send submissions to submit@scrapbooktrendsmag.com

HOLIDAY IDEA BOOK Call Scrapbook Trends Magazine is currently looking for creations with the following themes for our Holidays 2009 Idea Book:

Halloween
Thanksgiving
Christmas Cards and Tags
Advent Calendars
Holiday Home Decor
Holiday Gift Card Holders
Neighbor/Friend Gifts
Gifts on a Budget
Christmas Traditions Layouts
Christmas Eve/Morning Layouts
Favorite Christmas Memories Layouts
Hanukkah
***PLEASE SEND A SEPARATE EMAIL FOR EACH SUBMISSION YOU WOULD LIKE TO BE CONSIDERED FOR PUBLICATION.***
Deadline: 11:59 PM (Mountain Time) on Monday April 6th, 2009
Please send submissions to submit@scrapbooktrendsmag.com

May 2009 Submissions
Scrapbook Trends Mag made with scrapbooking supplies! This includes general craft and sewing projects:

Halloween Mini Albums –Whether you showcase several years of costumes together or document a single year’s preparations and decorations (or something else entirely), we want to see the cool little books you put together for Halloween.
Halloween Fun/Décor –Devilish decorations, spooky sweet containers, frightening party favors – all the ghoulish and ghostly things you craft by hand during the scariest time of the year.
Giving Thanks –Gratitude journals, fun ways to do “thankfuls” at Thanksgiving dinner, place cards, greeting cards.
Thanksgiving Décor –Fall wreaths, table settings, framed quotes about gratitude/fall, etc.
Where the Heart Is –This is all about HOME as a motif – homes pieced from fabric or paper, stitched with thread, painted, framed, put on a pillow, canvas, etc.
Holiday Cards – From extra-special creations to cards that you can realistically recreate in bulk for everyone on your list.
Gifts – Make it a handmade holiday with one-of-a-kind creations that you craft for the ones you love. (Could be anything!)
***PLEASE SEND A SEPARATE EMAIL FOR EACH SUBMISSION YOU WOULD LIKE TO BE CONSIDERED FOR PUBLICATION.***
Deadline: 11:59pm (Mountain Time) on Tuesday May 5th, 2009
Please send submissions to creations@handmademag.com

Scrapbook Trends Magazine is currently looking for layouts with the following themes for our October 2009 issue:
Halloween
Halloween Cards
Mini Albums
Sports
Stitching
The Men in Our Lives
Top Ten
Showcase: Layouts you love that don't fit any other category. Be prepared to share the story behind the layout, why you created it and why you love it.
Real Life: Shopping - Where we shop is a huge part of our lives - but one that rarely makes it into our scrapbooks! What are your favorite clothing stores, grocery stores, farmer's markets, boutiques, or any other kind of store?
Challenge: Family Time - Get the kids involved! Ask a child or teen to make and/or design part of your layout.
Stories to Tell: Typography - Show us a unique way you've used typography to create exciting journaling.
***PLEASE SEND A SEPARATE EMAIL FOR EACH SUBMISSION YOU WOULD LIKE TO BE CONSIDERED FOR PUBLICATION.***
Deadline: 11:59 PM (Mountain Time) on Tuesday May 5th, 2009.
Please send submissions to submit@scrapbooktrendsmag.com

June 2009 Submissions
Somerset
Special Holiday Projects (Newsstand Date: November 1, 2009)
Somerset Studio invites you to join in our annual tradition of showcasing your most special holiday projects. We're looking for greeting cards, gift wraps, advent calendars, ornaments, table decorations, stocking stuffers, and assorted handmade gifts and artwork that celebrate the season

Please use colors, words and images that are most inspirational and meaningful for you during the holidays. We look forward to projects made with paper, art stamps, calligraphy, and other mediums that add sparkle to our traditions of giving thanks, rekindling our faith and reconnecting with family and friends.
We must receive your artwork by June 15, 2009.

Scrapbook Trends Mag
Cards is an exciting publication that brings you the latest trends in card-making. Get ready to be inspired! If you’d like to be a part of Cards, send us a picture or scan of your best original, hand-made cards today. We are currently looking for cards that fit the following topics:

Thanksgiving cards
Holiday Place cards
Teacher Holiday cards
Stamping
Scallops
Oh, Baby!
Cards for Kids
Just Because
Cards using die cutting machines (Cricut, Shilloutte, Slice, Big Shot, etc.)
Fashion
Trendy: Wood grain
Style Challenge (colors: Deep Red, Yellow, Orange, Style: Distressed/Wrinkled)
Deadline: 11:59pm (Mountain Time) on Wednesday June 10th, 2009.
Please send CARDS submissions to cards@northridgemedia.net

[KBT]

These are great Dee! 2 digital calls! It must be catching on And time to bust out the crafty project too!