How many did you get?  Count again.  This inventory stuff is hard work.

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Tomorrow is a bonus Make 'N Take and our last day before inventory, so we're getting all our ducks in a row.  We'll then be closed until Saturday, January 3rd when we'll reopen with our regular monthly Make 'N Take.  Below is our schedule for January classes.  Take a look and call to register for any you're interested in. Photos of samples for the classes will appear soon.

• Jan. 10 - Intro to Copic Markers - Whether you already have a couple of Copics and would like to learn how to use them, or you just want to see what all the fuss is about, this class is for you.  Learn what the numbering system means, how to refill the markers, and most importantly, how to become addicted to coloring with them. The cost of the class includes 5 markers. It's like getting the class for free.

• Jan. 12 - Advanced Copic Class - If you've already taken the intro class, even if you think you've forgotten everything, then this class will help you.  Bring your markers with you and use them in ways you haven't tried before. It's all about technique and you'll learn a few new ones.

• Jan. 15 - Stencil Class - We'll be using snowflake stencils with a variety of techniques to create some beautiful winter cards.  Whether you're a pro or you've never used stencils before, you'll enjoy this class. The stencil is included in the cost of the class.

• Jan. 20 - Bleach: It's Not Just for Laundry - Create gorgeous effects in your stamped images by using a little bleach. We'll show you how. If you're good, we might even show you a trick with dryer sheets.

• Jan. 21 - Double Page Scrapbook Layout - Create a travel-themed layout to show off those pictures you took on vacation.

• Jan. 22 - Glitter Cards - Glitter is something we can't seem to get enough of.  You'll love what you can do with microfine glitter and other Elizabeth Craft products. It's always fine to add that extra sparkle.

• Jan. 24 - Book Binding - Make a journal from scratch and bind the pages yourself. It's easy! The photo below shows some journals we have made in past classes. Cover designs may vary.

• Jan. 27 -Shutter Cards - Learn to make a gatefold shutter card which opens and closes like the lens of a camera to reveal your hidden message. It's easy to do is probably a new style for most of us.

SALE!!

The children were nestled

All snug in their beds,

While visions of Milk Bones

Danced in their heads.

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It's sale time!  It's time for our annual "I Hate Inventory Sale." Beginning the Sunday after Christmas, we have to count EVERYTHING in the store.  In an attempt to make our job easier, we are urging you to come in and take this merchandise off our hands. To make your job easier, we'll offer you a few incentives.  The following items will be featured:

• 25% off all non-seasonal Peel-Offs
• 30% off all Christmas and Fall/Thanksgiving Peel-Offs
• 20% off all Impression Obsession Cover-A-Card 6x6 stamps
• 1/2 off all Inky Antic clear stamps
• 1/2 off all Honeycomb paper
• 25% off all Marvy LePlume markers
• 10% off Black Friday Packs from BoBunny (a $70 value now only $18.85)
• 25% off all cling or clear stamps
• DIES - Buy 2, get 1 of equal or lesser value at half off  (or buy 4, get 2 lesser dies at half off, etc.)

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Remember that we have a Bonus Make 'N Take on Saturday, December 27th.  Below are three of the cards we'll be making that day. (The fourth card hasn't been born yet.)

Don't forget, we will be closed from Monday, December 29 through Friday, January 2 for inventory.  We will reopen on Saturday, January 3 with our January Make 'N Take.

Class Samples

WE WISH YOU A MERRY CHRISTMAS!

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Now that we've gotten through our Open House, we can concentrate on December's classes.  The Open House was a lot of fun and I think it's fair to say everyone had a great time, especially Sally Emerson, the winner of our $100 gift certificate.

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This Saturday, December 6th, we will be having our normal Make 'N Take for December.  The four cards we'll be doing are below.

  

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Back by popular demand, Tuesday December 9th is our Tag Class.  You will make 10 gift tags using some embellishments with Graphic 45 tags and papers.  These are sure to be a hit on all your packages this year.

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We also have photos from the December 11th Glitter class. The projects are gorgeous, and even Pat (who is not a fan of glitter) would be excited to sign up for this class.

                           

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On Saturday, December 13, we'll be holding a Photo Folio class featuring our "Bucket List" Folio.  This would make a great Christmas present for someone who wants to keep track of those "must do" items on his or her life list.  Plan on about 4 hours for this class, but no experience is necessary. You will need 1/4" and 1/2" red line tape. All papers will be pre-cut and all other materials will be provided. If you have a bone folder, a Martha Stewart Score Board, a ruler, a pencil, or scissors, please bring them with you.  If you don't, we have some you can share.

 






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A few words about merchandise:

• For those who've requested it (and even for those who haven't), we've gotten in some Wink of Stella. This is a shimmer applicator in either pen or brush form.  Come in and see it in action.

• We have gotten a shipment of clear A-2 card boxes. They can be decorated and if you fill them with an assortment of your hand-made cards, they make a wonderful gift.

• Don't forget that we are your source for 18" doll clothing. We have clothing to fit the American Girl Dolls and Bitty Baby.