I’m on a roll, another tag completed and hanging on the tree.  I had to improvise a bit with this one as I didn’t have the resist papers that Tim  used for his background, so I stamped directly on a craft paper tag, then clear embossed a sentiment before applying the picket fence stain.  I used a memory box die for the deer.  (it comes with three deer, but I had to cut one off to fit the tag) For the wreath I cut the tip off a branch of the tree, then trimmed the needles down.  Some crumpled and distressed seam binding finishes it off.

 

Once again Tim Holtz is sharing his 12 tags of Christmas with us.  It’s in it’s 5 th year and as always, promises to be full of inspiration!  Each year I play along with at least a few of the tags, switching it up a bit to accommodate  my stash of supplies.  Here’s my take on the first tag:

 

 

Smash books have arrived at Paper Anthology, and I have to admit, before they came in I wasn’t altogether sold on the idea but now that I’ve had a chance to look at them up close and personal I am in love!  Such a fun line of accessories to fill these beautiful journal books with the stuff of our lives – the little things we collect along the way to building a memory.

 

Inside the green one (my favorite of course!) I found a quote that summed it all up for me – why I scrapbook and it’s importance to me.  I thought I’d share it here:

The truth is that it’s not really about this stuff at all.

It’s about the evidence of living, the proof that I was here.

Thought some thoughts, lived some life.

These bits are simply meant to jog the memory into remembering –

And remembering is perhaps the best way to recycle.

Remember to stop by next Saturday, December 10, for the Hero Arts Catalog preview!

 

I need your help!  I want to decorate the store tree with handmade ornaments and there just isn’t enough time for me to make them all, so here’s the deal:

Bring in a hand made ornament for the store tree and I’ll give you 25% off any one item in the store!

Drop by the store on Black Friday,   November 25, 2011 for a break from the shopping frenzy.  Enjoy a cup of coffee, tea or cider and some yummy baked goods and spend some time at the make and take tables – we’ve got 4 cute projects planned for you!  While you’re here make sure you fill out a Holiday wish list so we can help hubby shop for you!  (Gift Certificates are also available)  Shopping specials are scheduled throughout the day:

8 am – noon:   buy any die and get a second one at 50% off.  (includes Sizzix, Spellbinders, Lifestyle Crafts)

noon – 4 pm:  25% off any one stamp set:  25% off first wood mounted stamp:  30% off second wood mounted stamp:  35% off third wood mounted stamp.

4 pm – 9 pm:  25% off all paper

 

 

Another shipment in this morning…we’ve got some Bazzill, Doodlebug, Ranger, Penny Black, Unity, Tim Holtz, Sizzix, Hero Arts, K&Co, Spellbinders, Color Box, Bo Bunny, Heartfelt Creations,  The Paper Company, Stamper’s Anonymous… and more coming tomorrow – including  Karen Foster 3D Advent Calendars!

 

Need a break from the frenzy of Black Friday shopping?  Stop by Paper Anthology for some Holiday fun of your own, Friday, November 25th!  The store will be open from 8 am to 9 pm.  We will feature 4 make and takes  – adorable holiday inspired projects including a ribbon stitched stocking, an alcohol inked glass votive holder, a holiday card featuring Memory Box stamps and dies and an adorable ” Reindeer food ” packet  for the kids to sprinkle outside on Christmas eve!   We will feature different store specials throughout the day – watch the blog for further details!

 

Not sure what to get for your crafty friends this holiday season?  Paper Anthology gift cards are available in any amount.  Want to make sure your scrappy wishes come true?  Send your loved ones to shop at Paper Anthology…but first, stop in and fill out a wish list so we can point them in the right direction!

Good morning everyone, just wanted to post a few words about our card contest.  Each month will feature a new theme: bring a card in by the first of the month to enter.  Customer’s will vote on their favorite and the winner will get a $10 gift certificate to the store.  For November, I’ll accept entries until the 15th so you have a few more days to come up with a fall themed card.   December cards with a holiday theme can also be submitted until December 1st.

This week’s store special: 35% off all Unity Stamp Sets!

Announcing the winners of the prize raffles from this weekend’s grand opening – congratulations ladies!  Your prizes are available to be picked up during regular store hours.

 

The winner of the 31 tote bag, which was donated byChrissy Doremus, is Jen Peel.

 

The winner of the American Crafts Page kit is Nancy McMahon.

 

The winner of the 1st Memory Box stuff and supply caddy is Cindy Hovi.

 

The winner of the 2nd Memory Box stuff and supply caddy is Luciana Lombardo.

 

The winner of the 1st Maya Rd. “Home is Where” mini album kit is D. Carr.

 

The winner of the 2nd Maya Rd.  “Home is Where” mini album kit is Roe Chabala.

 

The winner of the Graphics 45 Options idea kit is Dena Adessa.

 

The winner of the scrapbook T shirt and Apron is Meredith White.

 

The winner of the scrapbook PJ’s is Heather Sawin.

 

The winner if the Little Yellow Bicycle page kit is Sherry Scerbo.

 

 

 

Thanks everyone for helping us celebrate our grand opening, I had such a wonderful day!  The celebration continues today at 10 am with more make and takes , prizes, and yummy cupcakes!   The store will be open until 9 pm today so come on down and join us! Here are a few pictures from yesterday:

 Officially open for business!

So yummy!

Welcome to Paper Anthology!

A view of the paper nook – well, part of it at least…

This…

…was hung yesterday.

wow.

I guess it’s real.