Time for change
September 1st, 2010Over the last 3 years our focus at Scrapbook Central has really changed. Our Design Team’s dedication to the production of Page Kits and Mini Album Kits has increased tremendously. And the preparation of these kits is extremely time consuming and requires a large amount of space. My goal for the future is to sell our kits online. They are so popular that I am already shipping them to many customers. With that in mind, I have to make a few changes to the membership program and store policies.
I love our store in every way- the “vintage country” feel that welcomes all customers into the store. The nooks and crannies that display all our product lines and the small tables and crates that are dimmly lit by lamps that are home to our many embellishments. Our only downfall… limited workshop space. As our workshop has now become the production area for our many ongoing kits and the unpacking and pricing of the fabulous new product that continually arrives, it is no longer available for drop-in customers for cropping.
With that being said, there is an upside to these changes. Memberships are a thing of the past and are no longer available; however, customers will no longer require a membership to receive the $5.00 discount on all classes. What’s posted as the class fee is what the class costs - no additional fees if you are not a member. As well, all customers will be able to take advantage of a 15% off discount if they shop on their birthday provided they shop on their actual birthday or the day before or the day after (just in case you cannot make it on the specific day - you have 3 days to come in and enjoy the savings.) Identification required! Also all class sign up fees of $15.00 and the kits fees will directly go toward your regular stamp card.
We are offering a more specific regular selection of classes in the workshop for those of you that enjoy attending the monthly classes. You will just have to excuse the mess as we have limited storage available and many of our projects may end up on the floor to make room for a class.
Please also remember that we host 2 Ultimate Scrapbook Weekends each year at Cypress Park Resort in Cypress Hills, SK. That’s a perfect time to get away with your girlfriends and scrapbook all weekend long. Click on the Class calendar for upcoming dates.
Thank-you for your understanding. We greatly appreciate your business and are always trying to improve on what we do.
5 boxes arrived today!
August 31st, 2010More great product is starting to arrive. Today we got Graphic 45, Bo Bunny, Maya Roads and a partial order of Prima Marketing.
Graphic 45 Staples Collection - Pull out your Graphic 45 paper collection. The Staples line matches them all! check out the mini albums - buy them both and add pages from each together in one album. I absolutely love this line!
We also got
Bo Bunny - here are some samples:
Cambridge:
Learning Curve:
***I have plans of making the greatest school mini album with this collection.
Olivia:
Winter Joy:
Noel:
Maya Roads has gorgeous new ribbon - sold by the yard:
Maya Roads embellishments:
Prima Marketing: I don’t know how they continue to bring out beautiful new flowers but they do. They are fabulous:
I think that is about all we have for now. (I am updating this at home while watch America’s Got Talent.) I am going solely by my memory - which is not always the best.
Welcome Back Shawna!
August 30th, 2010I am so happy and excited to welcome Shawna Kolody back! It’s been too many years since she has been a part of out team. I must say that her creative touch is so inspiring. She has been putting her magical fingers on the displays in the store - it looks amazing. I am so inspired by her. I have created 3 layouts, a rolled rose topiary tree and a button lamp shade. I hope this is just the start. Check out what’s she done to give the store new life and how she’s inspired me:
You must come in and check it out!
Surprise Package!
August 29th, 2010We received a surprise package in the mail on Friday. A box of goodies from Paper Loft. I totally forgot that I had pre-ordered it at CHA in January. What a wonderful surprise. Check out how cute this paper is and how clever they are in designing a matching second page. Fabulous!
Autumn Splendor:
Haunted Collection:
My Minds’ Eye and 7 Gypsies has arrived!
August 20th, 2010I am so excited that the new stuff is starting to arrive. We just got in the new My Mind’s Eye. I have to say that the Lost and Found collection has to be on my top 5 list of favorites. Here is a sample for you of Market Street, Portobello, Union Square and Madison Avenue. With the paper we also got embellishment buttons, diecuts, stickers and albums:
There is also a new Christmas and Halloween line by My Mind’s Eye. The Halloween paper is all flocked!
I love My Mind’s Eye so much I have already created this layout:
We also got in some 7 Gypsies Printers Trays and Vintage Receipt Holders - Check out their website for samples http://www.sevengypsies.com/
I will keep you updated as more arrives!
Canadian Scrapbooker is here!
August 20th, 2010
Where has summer gone?
August 13th, 2010I cannot believe that it is already the middle of August. Where has the summer gone. It seems like only yesterday that the kids were getting out of school and I was planning all that I was going to do for July and August.
So I have accomplished some of my goals but not near as much as I thought I would. I also have to apoligize for not updating the website. It has also been on my ‘to do’ list. So here is what I have for you:
I have updated the Kits section of the website with 2 new page kits and 5 new Mini Album kits (ok - maybe I have gotten more than I though done!). Be sure to check them out.
As for new product we have gotten a few things in. Here is a sneak peek as to what we have so far:
Making Memories Panorama line
Making Memories Metal line:
SassaFras Papers:
7 Gypsies - Paddington and Conservatory lines:
Coming Next Week:
My Minds’ Eye - Lost and Found collection, Holly Jolly and Haunted Halloween ( Lost and Found looks absolutely gorgeous) Check out their website at:
http://www.mymindseye.com/Index.asp
Prima Marketing - more new flowers!
http://www.primamarketinginc.com/
7 Gypsies
I will update the blog as soon as these product arrive. I love new stuff!
I have pre-order so much of the new product that was released at the show in July. Companies to look forward to:
Fancy Pants
Bo Bunny
Crate paper
Little Yellow Bicycle
Pink Paislee
Tim Holtz - if you are interested in any of his new stamps please let me know and I will be sure to order one for you
Basic Grey
Imaginese
Maya Roads
7 Gypsies
Graphic 45
Stay tuned for updates.
Enjoy the rest of your summer!
Love Mini Album
July 5th, 2010I just finished this beautiful, elegant mini album that would be perfect for any love photos or a wedding mini album.
Kits are only $44.95 and are available now!
Tim Holtz Tiny Attachers are finally here!
July 2nd, 2010I am so happy to tell you that the Tim Holtz Tiny Attachers are finally here. they have been on backorder since before Christmas. Grab one today!
We also got in more of his embellishments - including more Film Strips:
We also received the Little Yellow Bicycle ‘Pack Your Bags’ collection of papers, stickers, chipboard and journaling cards:
Summer has finally begun!
June 29th, 2010The end of June…always so busy. I apoligize for not updating the blog sooner. I must admit that I have been selfishly enjoying the sunny, warm weather. A little bit on the humid side these last couple days but I still love it. Summer is finally here! So I have lots to update you on. We have had a few mid season releases come in. Basic Grey Oliver and Olivia just hit the shelves:
Basic Grey has also come out with more accessories for their Basics Line. I absolutely love this ledger looking line and I really love all these goodies. These journaling notes, stickers and tabs come in white, cream and tan.
Bo Bunny has also come out with new collections - Peacock Lane, Sun Kisses and Block Party:
Coming Soon - Tim Holtz embellishments and Grundge Paper:
We are also expecting Little Yellow Bicycle Pack Your Bags line. I have extra product coming to do a mini album kit - it will make the perfect travel album and the colors are fabulous!
