Mid November

Hello !
This weekend marks the middle of November .. where has the time gone ?? Wow.
This week I have lots of new dies, stamps, papers, and embellishments to share with you as well as beads, charms, and jewelry kits. And I have restocked some very popular items as well. But let's start with this week's kits ...

Christmas Card Kit :
This week's kit is all about snowflakes ... the kit has wooden flakes, glittered flakes, kraft flakes, flocked flakes (say that 3 times fast !!) , and blinged up flakes . You get all the materials you need to make all three cards for just $5.

Christmas Wish List Organizer : This little kit will go together in less than 30 minutes and save you lots of time this holiday season. The little book has 12 wishlist pages - all you do is add the name of your family and friends to each of the pages and keep a current list of their wishes and your purchases !

Now ... on to what's new !! I have new dies & stamps from Penny Black, new dies & stamps from Taylored Expressions, new dies from Couture Creations, lots of new embellishments from Tim Holtz Idea-ology, twine, stickers, paper from Doodlebug & Authentique and more.
Click on the blue highlighted "Mid November" link to see all the photos. Be sure to leave a comment or email if you want anything saved ... things are going quickly these days !!

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And now ... paper. I have been selling out of paper so I went back to the vault ... lol. I ordered some of last years releases in order to have a bit more in  stock. And it has been selling quickly - sometimes  you have picked up every last sheet of a design . Some papers are just classics !!

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And did you know ? Some paper manufacturers include a strip along the bottom of their papers that shows what is on the back. This makes it much easier to scan the paper racks !!

Now ... let's talk BEADS.

I have a bunch of new beading supplies .. chain, hemp, smaller beads (2, 3, and 4mm) as well as pearls in those sizes, coloured chain and findings ... and more to come !  

Still to be unpacked ... new Swarovski items, new beads, 10/0 seed beads, wire, and that's just a few items. 

I also have some of the Christmas Swarovski kits ready ... tree earrings & pendants as well as a few snowmen earring kits. I hope to get more done tomorrow and over the weekend. 

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And don't forget the snowflakes !! It's time to start making them . They look beautiful hanging in the window, on the tree, or on parcels. They are super simple to make and would be a fun family activity. And did I mention that they are very inexpensive ? The forms come in 3 sizes and all you need are some beads . I have bulk bags of beads but I also have lots of bags done up in $1 bags ... and you cna make many of them with just a few of the $1 bags. You can bend or glue the ends but I prefer using rubber earring backs at the end of each arm. A bag of 100 is just $2.99 and you won't regret buying them - so much easier than messing around with glue !! 

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 And charms ... I have filled the bins with Christmas charms . They are great for earrings, on chains or bracelets, hanging off ornaments, on cards ... so many uses !! (The number listed by each charm is the order # and the other number is the price.)

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And LAST but not LEAST ... a ballot. Each week you will get one instore survey ballot with your purchase. Fill it out and bring it in by 5pm on November 28th. I'll be drawing for some wonderful prizes at the end of the month ! More details soon ...

So I think that's it for now. Hope to see you this Friday !!

LOADS of new dies, stamps, etc ... so much !!

Hello !
I have a new kit this week, and lots of wonderful new products to share.

Card Kit of the Week ... I am making up for no kit last week with a double kit. This week's kit makes 7 cards and is just $10. Here it is ...

Just leave a comment or send an email if you want a kit saved.

NEW !!
I have wonderful new dies & stamps from Taylored Expressions, Sizzix + Tim Holtz, Couture Creations, and more.  They are selling VERY quickly so some have sold out - I will try to keep that updated. I have contacted my supplier to see if I can get more ( they too have sold out of many !) so shop quickly !! Also, feel free to message me if you would like any of the sold out items - I will see if I can get the supplier to order me more so I would be happy to keep your name on a list. Click on the highlighted blue link to see the photos and then go down to the next album to see some of the amazing projects made with them from the Taylored Expressions blog ... "wow" is all I can say !!

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And now for the amazing samples ...

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So ... hope to see you this Friday . Actually this Hallowe'en Friday ! Stop in for a treat, no tricks.

October !! Yay !!

Hello !
It is October (only the best month ever) and there is so much to share , I need to just jump in !
First ..
Christmas Card Kit :

You get all the materials to make 3 cards for just $5.
The tags vary in each kit but they are all from the "Joyous" line and
you will get a Santa tag, a round tag, and a vintage tag in every kit. 

Hallowe'en Card Kit .. cute not spooky !!

Cute aren't they ? LOL.
There are a variety of chipboard embellishments so each kit varies
but they are all cute and sparkly !
Mummies, potion bottles, spiders, Frankensteins, Draculas, ghosts and skulls.
 And everyone one of them glittered !
Make 3 cards for just $5.

And now for what's new !!
Lots of new dies & stamps from Impression Obsession as well as many new paper lines.
I have put out the last of the fall papers as well as the last of the Hallowe'en papers. That's it for this year so don't wait too long ! This week's offerings include Forest Friends from Doodlebug as well as Ghouls & Goodies. There are loads of really cute embellishments too.
Doodlebug is really a company that gives you everything you need to make cards, scrapbooks, party decor, and home decorations. So watch for the cute clothespins,  doilies, large 2 sided die cuts, etc... Then hop on over to Pinterest and you will be amazed at how many projects use this type of thing.
So here is the link ... simply click the blue link "New for October" and you can browse photo by photo.
I am open Tonight (Oct 1st) from 6:30-8pm and then again on Friday. Hope to see you !!

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HUGE Amount of new Stock this week !!

Hello !
I have so much to show you this week !! But first ...
CARD KIT OF THE WEEK ... This week's kit uses the new snowflake stickers I just unpacked. You get all the supplies to make 2 cards and 3 tags. All for just $5 !!
And , if you want to make more, I have the snowflakes for $1.99 pkg. That's enough to make many cards !
There is something a bit different about one of the cards this week ... the second photo will show you what that is !

See through !!

Here are the stickers ... just $1.99 pkg.

And now on to what's new ... SO MUCH !! I have new dies, new stamps including some great interactive ones from Art Impressions, new embossing folders, lots of new Christmas papers & embellishments , as well as more Hallowe'en and Fall papers and doodads.

A Note about Holiday Papers ...
I did a quick check and most of the holiday paper has arrived. I just have just 3 more Christmas paper lines , 2 Hallowe'en , and one Fall and then it will all be here. The paper I have now is selling quickly so be sure not to wait too long to get your holiday supplies. Last year there were 4 suppliers in Canada to buy paper from - this year there is one. So that has limited the supply somewhat but also larger companies have bought up many of the smaller designer companies and there are fewer lines being offered. What is available though is beautiful ! But it is selling quickly. My supplier has sold out of many of the lines and my stock is going quickly too ... there will be no more holiday paper once it is gone so don't wait too long !! Get it while it's here. :)

So now ... let's take a look at the new products. As always click on the blue highlighted link "Bucket Loads of New Products" to be able to go through the album ... 98 photos this week !! yikes ! Leave a comment here if you want anything saved, on the album page if you are a Facebook member, or send me an email. Thanks ! Enjoy !

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Drop in this Friday and see all the great new things. And there may be more - we'll see how I make out tomorrow !!

Great New Graphic 45 and MORE !!

Hi out there !
I have a bunch of new papers, including the 3 newest lines from Graphic 45 , as well as dies, tools, and two card kits. Let's go !

Weekly Card Kits :
This first kit is birthday cards ... use diecuts, stickers, stamped tags, and washi tape to make celebratory cards.

Just $5 for the materials to make all 3 cards.
And now a very simple set of Christmas cards but I think they are very striking. I used the new "Sleigh Bells Ring" paper and tags from My Mind's Eye. They are modern rustic... that's what I'm calling them. lol.

Also, $5 for the materials for all 3 cards.

And now ... loads of new items ! Graphic 45, Kaisercraft, Authentique, Cottage Cutz dies, and tools ... 57 photos actually !! ... just click on the blue title "Sept. 16 New ..." in the link and you can see photo by photo all the great new things !

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If you want anything, just post at the end of this post or send me an email. Thanks & hope to see you this week. I will be open Wednesday night from 6:30-8 pm and then Friday from 10am - 5pm. See you then !!

OODLES !!!

Hello !
There is OODLES of stuff to share with you today ... I have 2 videos, a pile of beads, tons of papers , and a card kit. Let's go !!
Card Kit of the Week :
This week's kit is playful and fun ! You get the materials to make all 3 cards for just $5. Selling quickly !

There are a few options that you might get in your kit .. the tags & backgrounds vary but this picture shows you the selection of the possible items you might get. All cute !!

Now ... on to ...
 BEADS !
 I am trying to get something put out every week but don't always get photos. here is a quick sampling of what I put out this week ... Click on the blue Beads !! link to see all the photos. Lots of new findings and great components.

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New Paper : I purchased 3 new paper racks ... and they have all been filled this week. I put out 7 new Christmas lines as well as an entire rack of non- Christmas papers. The new releases are coming in fast & furious ! Along with the papers, you will find stamp sets, stencils, card packs, recipe cards, tags, stickers, sequins and more. I am linking you to the albums I have posted this week ... SO MUCH TO SEE !!! At then end of the albums I will also post the videos - I did one on My Mind's Eye "Joyous" Christmas paper line . The video will help you see the amazing sparkle of this line ! And then I did another video showing 6 other Christmas paper lines and the items that go with them. It is a great way for you to see the sparkle & shine as well as the accessories in detail. I hope you will watch them - for those reasons, not their cinematic merit - LOL !!

As always .. click on the blue title to go to the album & be able to see the photos individually. 

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And this is what I posted on the weekend ...

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And now for the videos ..

My Mind's Eye "Joyous" ...

And the other Christmas lines ...

 

So , I am off. Kits to assemble and items to put away. And then there is this ... just dropped off by the UPS man ... 

That may have to wait ... lol. 

Please drop in this week and see all the beautiful things in person !!

Lots to Share !

Hello everyone on this sweltering day ... yuck, hard to believe it's September. Anyway, I have lots of Hallowe'en and Christmas products to share - that should turn our minds to more pleasant temperatures ! There is so much new this week - and so much more coming in the next few weeks - that I decided to do videos. In a video, I can show you all the papers, open & display all the packages of embellishments, and tell you a bit about the line and project ideas. And all in just a few minutes. The photo route takes hours and is no where near as thorough. So, why not make a 'cuppa' and get ready to watch the videos.
So first up is this week's card kit ...
KIT OF THE WEEK :
This week's kit uses some bright & cheery vellum stickers. Add a few fun embellishments, twine, paper, and a wee clothespin, and you have 3 fun cards. You get the materials for all 3 for just $5.
PLEASE NOTE : It won't be ready until Friday ... I need to get ink to print the directions. Just ran out. 

 PAPER :
Lots of new paper lines & accessories.
 * My Mind's Eye : "Just Sayin' " ... this line is so pretty ! It is pinks, coral, blush, mint, and GOLD. And I mean glittery fabulous gold. But the best part is that it DOES NOT COME OFF !!!! 
Here are a few pix but please watch the video to see all the great products, the sparkle, and the wonderful ready-to-frame prints.

LOOK at the gold !!
Watch the video to see the SPARKLE !!

Here is the video ...

 (in this video, I finally remembered to turn off the radio in the background , lol)

* My Mind's Eye : "Sleigh Bells Ring" - a beautiful homespun, almost Nordic line. Love the colours, the plaid, the deer. Love it all !!

I could just frame the JOY paper !

The backs of the pages are great for card making. 

Lots of fun go-withs !

BOWS !!
You get 12 for $4.79 and they take seconds to assemble.
I quickly assembled one in the following video ...

* Simple Stories : "Cozy Christmas" .. this line is wonderful ! It combines photographic elements, "joy", hand writing, some iconic images (old red truck, sled, etc) as well as lots of wood grain. Stunning !

3x4 cut aparts - perfect for cards or pocket scrapbooking.

4x6 horizontal cards

4x6 vertical cards

the lovely papers - watch the video for a better view !

The backs of the papers - great for cards !!!

sticker sheets - you could make lots of cards with these !!

SN@P cards, Insta Squares, Diecut Overlays, Chipboard Stickers, 6x6 pads, diecuts.
All the packages are opened and displayed in the following video ...

And then there was the Hallowe'en lines that I showed in the video on the weekend. here are a few pictures but you can also scroll down and watch the video.
* My Mind's Eye : "Frightful" - very vintage/retro style and glamorous too !! I love the orange glitter and the glittered diecuts.

* Simple Stories "Frankie & Friends" - this is the very first Hallowe'en line from Simple Stories. It's more cute than spook so it would be perfect for layouts for your children's costumes, treat bags, or home decor. Cute, cute, and cute !!

Here's the link if you missed the video.

And now for a few more Hallowe'en papers and some new dies ...

Glittered, embossed, diecut ... and more.

And the dies ...

so pretty !!

back in stock.

All the elements : fireplace, stockings, logs, and flames !

This is what I am pricing right now ...

Glue Dots !!!

So that's it for today ... watch next week when i will be unpacking Spellbinders, Bo Bunny (papers and their new inks !) , Teresa Collins, Kaiser Craft, And My Mind`s Eye. So many pretty new things ... sigh. :)

Kits & Dies ...

Hello !
My second post this week ... and  hopefully I will have at least one more !
I unpacked 19 orders this week !! Insane. Many preorders & backorders arrived. I have dies, TONS of paper, embellishments, stamps, etc. There are new paper lines from Simple Stories, My Mind's Eye., Fab Scraps, Basic Grey ... and more to come. Lots of new Christmas & Hallowe'en !!
So today, I have 2 kits to share with you as well as an album of the new dies & stamps. There is so much more to share that I am going to try to do a video - or a series of videos- showcasing the new paper lines. We'll see how I make out with that ...lol. That will be next week.

So here we go !
Card Kits :
Kit #1: This kit shows that a little sprinkle of sequins can add just the right touch of sparkle ! You get all the materials to make all 3 cards for just $5. There are 2 different chalkboard embellishments - you will get one or the other in your kit ! Randomly packed.

Kit #2 : this kit is more nostalgic - funny little snowmen, vintage art, and advertising ephemera decorate these cards. The embellishments vary from kit to kit but they are all from the same line and all very cute. They will remind you of childhood Christmas images ! Again, 3 cards for $5.

A sampling of some of the various embellishments in the kits.

Now for the new dies ... I unpacked a stack of them and am expecting 2 more boxes in the next 2 weeks ... plenty of dies !!  Some of these may sell out quickly as I have had names down for some of them ... people patiently waiting ! But I have more coming in the next few weeks. But don't miss out - let me know which ones you want !!

Just click on the blue title in the link below (New Dies ... August 27th) to see the 23 photos one by one. Enjoy !!

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I am also posting a link here to the Charm album that I put together ... I am adding charms every week. If you see any that you want to order just make note of the number beside it. There are 2 numbers - one is the price and the other is the item number. Makes ordering super easy !!

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Well, that's it for now. I have instructions to write, kits to assemble, new stock to put out. This weekend I will be putting out new stock as well as working on the big reveal next week of the lovely holiday paper lines. Exciting !! Hope to see you this Friday !!

New & New ... and Kits.

Hello !!
I have some new paper for you, a whole stack of stickers (Peel Offs actually), and some other odds & ends. Then I have kits ... a sympathy card kit and a glittery Christmas card kit.
I hope to be back later this week with a little album about the *Snap* products and the many ways you can use them - albums, mini albums, layouts, recipe books, cards ... so keep watching for that.
Let's take a look at what I have now though ...

Weekly Card Kits :
Sympathy cards ... you get all the materials to make these 3 cards for just $5.

Christmas cards ... Simple & Sparkly !! These cards are very simple but they are very blingy.

You get materials for 3 cards but each kit is different.
You will get one owl (4 possible designs)

and another glittery animal ( 4 more possible designs)

 as well as a golden ornament (styles vary). I have made the kits up randomly so I can't tell you what is in each one but they are all very cute ... and sparkly !  Materials for 3 cards for $5.

Now ... what's new !
I have new paper from Echo park called "Fine & Dandy" ... such fun & cute designs. The jar die that coordinates as well as the stickers are also very cute. Hallowe'en paper is also starting to come in with more Hallowe'en and some Christmas paper arriving next week.
I also have lots of new Peel Offs including many Christmas sentiments that would be wonderful on Christmas cards.
Click on the blue highlighted album title (New August 19th) to see all the new products. You can click on the first photo to go picture by picture through the album. If you're not on Facebook, you won't be able to comment there, but you can comment here or send me an email.

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 So that's it for now. Hope to see you tomorrow (Wednesday) night and this Friday. And keep watching .. I hope to have another post this week !