Each year, we CLOSE on Thursday, November 28 and Friday, November 29 to celebrate Thanksgiving with our families.  For the last several years, we have reopened with a BANG on Saturday, November 30 - thanks to the generosity of American Express.  They are the primary sponsor of Small Business Saturday, and a big proponent of supporting your local businesses.

Here's what you need to know.  First, you must have an American Express card.  Then, beginning on Sunday, Nov. 24, you need to visit ShopSmall.com to register that card.  You must register the card to participate, and they do limit the numbers, so put this on your calendar.  And then, stop by our shop on Sat. Nov. 30 and spend at least $10.  You will receive a $10 credit on your AmEx statement.  That's FREE stamping stuff, my friends!!!!  Don't miss out! 

Free Demo Saturday - November 30!
 
  
 Saturday, November 30 is not only Small Business Saturday, but it's also the 2nd in our series of Encore Learn at Lunch demos!  Join me (Angela) as I share the amazing things you can do with Paper Crafting Crayons!  One of my favorite things to do with them is to create a resist - so come in and try it for yourself!

Also, people have been loving the Envelope Punch Boards!  These make a great Christmas gift (hint hint).  I will also show you how easy it is to make dozens of sizes of envelopes - no measuring or cutting required!  Wow!  Stop in between 11 - 1 for a double whammy!

White House Ornaments!

Holiday Gift Ideas!
 
  
 
To make life easier for your friends and family, why not fill out a wish list next time you're in the shop?  We have a handy, dandy form just waiting for you.  The staff has also created staff picks - products we love and can't live without.  You'll see our signs posted throughout the store. 
The ScrapMaBob is one of the things we love.  It holds a 32oz cup and has a convenient trash bag to keep your space clean. Use it in your craft room or take it with you to classes or crops so that you don't spill on your projects!

Also note that if you are buying something as a gift, we would be happy to wrap it with some tissue paper, a cute holiday tag, and some bakers twine (see below).

Not sure what to get someone? We offer gift cards in any denomination. We can even email giftcards to recipients if you choose.

What's New?          

    

We received two BRAND NEW collections from Graphic 45 called Couture and Sweet Sentiments. Couture is a vibrant collections with a 1920's fashion theme. There are women in vintage gowns, sewing themed images, and lots of feathers. The Sweet Sentiments collection has a Spring theme with elements flowers, butterflies, and elements for Valentine's Day and Easter. We have individual 12" x 12" sheets, 12" x 12" collection packs, 8" x 8" paper packs, and coordinating tags, stickers, and chipboard pieces. 

 
Keep your eyes peeled to our "What's New" page for up-to-the-minute updates as things arrive! 

Odds & Ends

Remember, we have things going on almost every day of the week.  Did you know that Wednesday is "Senior Stamper" day?  All our friends 55+ can take 10% off their shopping every Wednesday.  This offer is good on virtually everything.  Exclusions include class registrations, special orders/items on hold and items already reduced.

This Tuesday's Free Learn at Lunch demo features Ranger Distress Glitters.  It's from 12-2.

This Thursday is Thanksgiving, of course, so there will be no Make-and-Take project this week.

You can also visit our blog every Monday for a picture of Tuesday's project, and every Wednesday for a picture of Thursday's FREE card.