May Newsletter

Hasn't May been wonderful so far???? At least the weather has been great. This is what we are doing at the shop this month.

May 1 - ATC swap - 12:30
May 8 - Bloom on Class - $10.00 10:30 Only
May 9 - Mother's Day
May 10 - Evening Stamp Club 7 pm $1 We're working on Dominoes
May 12-Blooming Medallion Class $5 11:30 & 2 PM
May 13 - Donna's 3 for $6 11:30 & 2 pm
May 18 - Rubberstamp Tapestry Card & Book Mark 7PM , $8 RSVP Please
May 19 - Linda's 3 for $6 11:30 & 2 pm
May 21- Dorothy's 3 for $6 - 2 Pm ONLY
May 22-Barb's 3 for $6 10 :30 am Only
Dorothy's 3 for $6 - 2 PM only
May 26 - Day Stamp Club $1 11:30 & 2 PM Dominoes!
May 29- Blooming Medallion Class $5 10:30

May Newsletter

The Newsletter for May will be delayed. The computer at the shop has a serious viral infection again. It may not pull through. I am trying to get a substitute computer to work on.

Copic Certified

Well Sunday was the certification class in St. Louis. There were quite a few people there. It was an interesting class and I did learn some nifty things. I all ready knew some of the techniques. But there were a few ah-ha moments. I can't wait to employ some of the new things. And I really can't wait to share what I have learned.

Stuff

Well April is starting off on a mostly good note. The weather has been very nice. A lot of flowers are blooming and the grass has greened up. Last Tuesday my son Mike arrived home from Afghanistan safe and sound. James & Sarah were sure happy to see him. A baby Cole finally got to meet his daddy. John is feeling and doing better. The shop is limping along. The yellow bunny sale is doing well and my visiting customers seem to enjoy the bunny hunt. The copic markers are flying out the door. I am having a hard time keeping them in stock.
Speaking of copic markers I go to St. Louis on Sunday for the certification class. Am looking forward to that.
Right now I am in the middle of doing taxes. I hate it - hate it - hate it. I will be so glad when it is done and over with......

April Newsletter

Happy Spring Every Body!!!!!!

I have two fun things for you during the month of April. We will have find the Yellow Bunny Sale and a Bugawump Challenge.
First - Find the Yellow Bunny Sale. There are little yellow bunnies hidden throughout the store.(in the retail area- not the classroom, office or bathroom)
Each one has a discount written on its tummy. Find the bunny get a discount on your total purchase on that day. One discount per person per day. Cannot apply discount to all ready discounted items. Happy Hunting! And shopping!!!!!!


The Bugawump Challenge: Use any Bugawump stamp with any dimensional product that I sell to create a card. Examples of dimensional product would be embossing powder, stickles, brads, liquid applique, fantasy fibers, pedal puffs, punched shapes or embossing paste. Anything that would be raised above the surface of the card. So popping up an image with foam tape would count too. Put your name and contact info on the back of the card. Bring your finished creation to the Artfull Hand for display. You will receive a coupon for 10% off of your total purchase for that day. You may bring me one card per day and receive a discount for that day. During the month of April ALL Bugawump stamps will be on sale for 33% off of price marked. You may use any bugawump stamp that you all ready own. You don't have to buy a new one. But that would be nice if you did.

Now for the schedule.

April 3 - ATC swap 12:30
April 7 - Linda Spring Pocket Card $2 11:30 & 2pm
April 9 - Free Make 'N Take Celebrate the start of baseball by making a cardinal from punch shapes.
April 10 -Bev's Holly Berry Treasure Box 10:30 $10 or buy the stamp and the class is free
April 12 - Stamp Club 7 PM $1
April 15 - TAX DAY_yuck Donna's 3 for $6 11:30 & 2pm
April 17th - Barb 3 for $6 10:30 & 1:30
April 19 - Donna's Surprise tower box $20 7 PM RSVP
April 21 - Bev make 'n take $1 11:30 & 2 PM
April 24 - Intro to Copic markers 11:00 $10
Stampscapes 1:30 $10
April 26 - Lana's 3 for $6 7 PM RSVP
April 28 - Day stamp club 1:30 & 2 PM $1

What a week

Well as you may know last Saturday was the used stamp sale. It was a huge success. We had the most stuff ever! And the buyers bought! So everybody was happy. It takes some doing to get ready for the sale and then the big day. I was looking forward to Sunday and a day to relax. Saturday night right after I got home my husband called me from work to say that he was on his way to the hospital. He thought he was having a heart attack!!!!! Oh brother!!!. Well the lab work confirmed that it was a heart attack... So he was schedule on Monday for a cardiac cath. That showed that his arteries were clean and wide open. Okay.... we say what is going on? After many more tests they finally decided that one of his cardiac arteries had gone into a spasm causing a lack of blood flow to the left side of his heart. The syndrome is called takotsubo. A Japanese doctor named it in the 1990s. The name means octopus pot. The bottom left of the heart swells out. When it does it looks like one of these pots that Japanese fishermen use to catch octopus!!!! The good news is that he will not have any negative effects from this. And it rarely happens twice. Whew! The funny thing is that it happens to menopausal women 90% of the time...And about 97% of the time it is seen only in Asian and Caucasian people.
I finally got to take him home last Tuesday. For the last two days I have been trying to catch up on the 4 days I spent in the hospitals(2 different ones).
It has been a week!

New stuff

Sorry I haven't posted in a while.
My trip to visit the grand kids was great. Trying to get home was trying....to say the least. The day I was to return, Charlotte got a snow storm. Most of the flights were cancelled. That was all right with me as that gave me one more night with the kids. The following day was just as trying. Only on that day it was mechanical problems.
The big news at the shop is we finally got in Ciao markers......they are the less expensive version of the Copic markers. I am on the list to be certified. So as soon as I am, I will be offering classes. I have been playing with them on my own. I am beginning to get the feel of them. And I must say the colors are wonderful.
We also have a small selection of cuttlebug embossing folders. I will be getting more. I also have pedal puffs. They are similar to flower soft and a whole lot cheaper. Besides all of that we have shimmer mist from tattered angels in various colors, new 12 x 12 papers,more stamps from Hero Arts and I now have some House Mouse stamps!!!!!
So even though I haven't posted, I have been busy.
I also want to remind you of the Spring Used Stamp Sale this coming Saturday, the 20th. 10 AM to 5 PM. We have gotten in some wonderful stuff all ready. You have till 5 PM Friday the 19th to drop off your items. Hope to see you soon.

March Newsletter

March Newsletter

March of the Flamingos Sale Returns



I'm taking off a few days to go visit Toddler James and Baby Brother Cole. So I got myself and the girls in gear and got the March Calendar finished. But first I'll tell you about the March of the Flamingos Sale.....

Come in wearing Flamingo Pink (not cotton candy, florescent or breast cancer awareness pink) and you will recieve 10% off of your total purchase. (Only one discount per person per day) Or...

bring me a flamingo related item and recieve 25 % off total purchase. (Again one discount per person per day and does not include all ready discounted items, consignment or gift items.)



BIG NEWS~~~~ BIG NEWS~~~~BIG NEWS~~~~BIG NEWS~~



Cuttle Bug embossing folders should be instock sometime during the first week of March!!!!! I am striving to stock a better selection then my competitors.



MORE BIG NEWS~~~~



Copic markers are on their way. I finally have broken down and decided to stock them. My supply at first will be small and I will be getting in the Cioa line. They are a bit cheaper then the sketchers.



AND FINALLY~~~~~

I will be stocking a product called Petal Puffs which is very similiar to Flower Soft. It will be less expensive then Flower Soft but will work just the same. Colors will be limited. Due in - in the beginning of the month.



Also we have expanded our 12 x 12 papers and more will be coming in soon.



Whew!!! Hope all that gets you all excited enough to come and see us.



Now to the schedule:

March 4th Donna's 3 for $6 11:30 & 2pm

March 6th- ATC Swap 12:30 Theme: Green

Bleaching Class $5 1 :30

March 8th - Evening Stamp Club 7 PM $1 Project TBA

March 10th - Easter Layer Card Class $8 11:30 & 2

March 12th - Beginner Stamping Class $5 1:30

March 13th - Barb's 3 for $6 10:30 only

Stampscapes Class $10 1:00

March 16th - Bev's 3 for $6 7 PM Please RSVP

March 17th - St. Patrick's Day Come in and make a FREE card

March 18th - Easter Layer Card Class $8 11:30 & 2 pm

March 19th - Sue B's 3 for $6 11:30 & 2 Pm

March 20th - Spring Used Stamp Sale 10:00-5pm today only

March 24th - Linda's 3 for $6 11:30 & 2 pm

March 26th - Dorothy's 3 for $6 11:30 & 2 Pm

March 27th - Holly Berry Treasure Box Class $10 10:30 & 2 pm

Buy the stamp and get the class FREE

March 31st- Day stamp club 11:30 & 2 pm project TBA

Puppy & Kitty Card

These two cards are made from punched shapes. Aren't they adorable? Barb will be leading this class. Check the schedule and then call the shop to sign up.
636-239-5995

Dolly Card Class

This is the dolly card. I think it is a hoot. Donna will be leading this class. Give the shop a call to sign up.

February Newsletter

February Newsletter

Feb 4th Scrapbookin class with Donna 11:00 $10.
Feb 6th - ATC Swap 12:30
Barb's 3 valentine cards class $8 1:30
These 3 cards are made with punched shapes. Come and be inspired.

Feb 7th- SUPER BOWL SUNDAY STAMP OUT! $8 11:00 to 4 pm. You get a bowl of
Dorothy's venison chili, a spot at the table to work on your own project, access to the classroom supplies and materials, some games and prizes. The store will be open to the public this day and there will be discounts given throughout the day.....So stop by and shop even if you don't want to spend the day with us.....

Feb 8th night time stamp club.... Lana will be doing her 3 for $6 on this night. SO......if you want to do the three cards the fee will be $6 instead of the usual $1.
Feb 10th Donna's 3-D flower card class. $5 11:30 Three D is the biggest thing in the movies right now. Come and make a 3-d card for someone special.
Feb 11th Donna's 3 for $6 11:30 & 2 pm
Feb 12 Barb's Kitty and Puppy cards class. $6 1:30 I am proclaiming Barb as the Punch Queen.
These two adorable card are again made from punched shapes.
Feb 13th- Sub B's pyramid gift box class. $6 1:30
Feb 14th - Valentines Day
Feb 17th - The Dolly card Class. $7 11:30 & 2 pm. This card is a hoot.
Feb 20th - Basic stencilling with Dorothy. $10 1:00 We will be doing dry stencilling and embossing paste with a few other hints thrown in.
Feb 23 - Linda's Bargello Card Class. $5 11:30 & 2 pm
Feb 24th - Day stamp club 11:30 & 2 pm project TBA
Feb 26 th - Dolly Card Class 11:30 & 2 pm
Feb 27th - Bev's Easel Card Class. $5 11:00

The Spring Used stamp sale will be March 20th. On Saturday Only. Forms will be available soon to be picked up.

Okay this is enough all ready!

Well our fingers at the Artfull Hand have been frost bitten!
This is enough all ready! Where is global warming????
Besides being frostbitten, I've been down and out with the flu(again). Just the regular kind. In mid December I went to North Carolina to help daughter-in-law after she gave birth to Cole, my second grand son. Grandson #1, James had some germs that he gladly shared with his grandma. I came home with an upper respiratory cough. Over Christmas Husband and I flew back to North Carolina to spend Christmas. I again came home with some germs. I don't think I can blame James this time. I probably caught something on the planes. I am feeling much better now. But still have a slight cough.
Had a lot of help on January 1 to do inventory of the store. Everything is counted but I am still crunching numbers.
The girls have delighted in moving the store around. Things are not where you are used to seeing them.
Because of being sick and doing inventory the January newsletter is still not finished. I'm trying.
I do have orders pending from Hero Arts, Rubber Stamp Tapestries and a new company Shirley's 2 Girls.
Also want to let you know that there WILL BE NO STAMP CLUB THIS COMING MONDAY NIGHT,January 11. It is just too cold and nasty to stay out. Try to catch Stamp Club the last Wednesday of the month.
If the nasty weather continues, do call the shop before you make a trip out to see us. There is an off chance that I will tell whom ever is working that day just to go home.
Stay warm.

Baby Cole

I spent a week in North Carolina with Baby Cole, James and Sarah. Baby Cole is doing fine now after a slow start. James is the typical 2 year old, full of piss and vinegar. Makes his grandma laugh at his antics. Sarah is tired as any new mother will be. Just can't help that. My DH and I will be going back over Christmas to spend a few more days. I hope the weather doesn't impact our plans.

Inventory Reduction Sale

We are tired of looking at the same ole stamps and stuff.... So... beginning tomorrow, December 8th and running through December 19th we will take 30% off of your total purchase!!!! The discount does not apply to consigment items or all ready discounted merchandise.

Proud Grandma

I wish I could say that - that is me posing with Cole and Sarah but it is not. It is one of Sarah's delivery nurses.
Cole was born approximately 3:30 EST on 12/5. He weighed in at a whopping 9 pounds, 12.3 oz!!!! His head measured 15 inches. His brother's head was 14 inches. Poor momma! He was 22 inches long. But best of all he has red hair like his brother, uncle Dave and grandma!!!!

I'll get to see and hold him soon.

The December Newsletter

We have a lot of news for you this month.
First off.... We finally got in the core' dinations paper. It is paper that has a color core. We have it in 8 1/2 by 11 and 12 by 12 sizes.
Secondly we have hand made stamp Christmas cards for sale. I know you all can make your own. But send in your non-stamping friends and family. We will be expanding the selection to all occassion cards. Or if you have a specific card request we can work something up for you.
And Third..... We have an inventory reduction sale going on this week. 25% off of your total purchase. The sale does not include consigment items. Nor is it applied to all ready discounted merchandise.......Lastly. We will no longer be open late on Thursday nights effective immediately.
Whew! Now for the regular stuff.
December 2- Donna's Santa Sack pull up card class. $10 1:00
December 5-Christmas Open House 10 am to 5 pm. Snacks, door prizes, make 'n take and discounts continue.
December 5- Angel Slider card and Christmas Tree pop up card class. $9 10:30 & 2pm
December 5 - ATC swap 12:30. We will be selecting new themes for 2010.
December 7 - Stampclub Christmas Gathering 7pm. Bring a stamping related wrap gift and a goodie or a snack of your choice. We play games and maybe sing a song or two.
December 8 - Linda - 2 special Christmas Cards for $6 11:30 & 2 Pm
December 11 - Donna's folding Pointsettia card class. $6 11:30 & 2 PM
December 12 -Lana's 3 for $6 10:30 & 1:30
December 16 - Donna's folding pointsettia card class $6 11:30 & 2 pm
December 24 & 25 CLOSED
December 26 Open again
December 31 close at 3:00

Hurray

Finally the paper from Core' dinations has arrived. We have a wide selection of colors and sizes. This paper has a color core. So when you tear it or run it through your embossing machine the color from the core will show. Some of the paper will have a contrasting color core and others will have a deeper color of the surface. It is really cool. Watch for samples.

We will make your cards

Have you ever wanted to send hand made cards but didn't have the time to make them??? The Artfull Hand will make your cards for you. Need a odd occasion card that Hallmark doesn't meet? It could be something like a Church Secretary retirement or a 93rd birthday for your aunt or uncle. Not that a church secretary or 93rd birthday is odd. It's just that Hallmark is not going to market a card that is that specific. And we'll make it in the colors you chose.
Right now we have a large selection of pre-made hand stamp Christmas Cards. We even have boxed sets that are in a very nicely decorated box tied with a ribbon. It would be great as a hostess gift or a gift for a favorite teacher. Stop by and check it out.

NOVEMBER NEWSLETTER


11/5/09 Gobble Gobble Card Class 4:30 to 6:30 PM. $5 Barb will be leading this fun card. The turkey pops up on the inside.

11/7/09 Gobble Gobble Card AND pumpkin card class.

10:30 $8 for both. See the web site for pictures.

11/7/09 ATC Swap 12:30


11/9/09 Night stamp club 7 pm. $1 You are to bring 3 rubber stamps with you. Be sure you have marked your initials on the stamps. Of course bring your basic class kit too. We will put all the stamps in one basket and each person will draw out 3 stamps. You are to make a card using THOSE 3 stamps. There will be no day stamp club this month as that is the Wednesday before Thanksgiving.


11/11/09 Sue's 3 for $6 11:30& 2pm



11/12/09 Beginning Scrapbooking 12 x 12 format. $10

11:30. Donna will start you off right!



11/14/09 Deer Widow's Week-end. Yup Ladies it's deer season once again. For $3 on Saturday night from 6 pm to 9 pm you can have a spot at one of our tables and access to all the classroom supplies. Bring a snack I will supply the drinks(non-adult kind- sorry)

11/15/09 From 11 to 5 on Sunday and $6 will get you a spot at our table, access to the class room supplies, non-adult variety of drinks, deer chili, games, prizes and at least one project. If you attend both times then the price is $8.


11/18/09 Linda's 3 for $6 11:30 & 2 pm


11/19/09 Donna fabric popup card class $10. 11:30


11/20/09 Miniature 2010 calendar class $5 11:30


11/21/09 Barb X-mas tree pop up card and table decoration class. $12 10:30

11/25/09 Come in and make a Christmas Card or Any Occasion Card for the Military and receive 20% off your total purchase that day.

11/26/09Thanksgiving- Closed

11/27/09 Come in and make a Christmas Card or Any Occasion Card for the Military and receive 20% off your total purchase that day.

11/28/09 Donna fabric X-mas pop up card class $10 10:30

Dorothy 3 for $6 1 pm ONLY.

Costumed Customers part two

This is Madame Cindy and her 'pet' Mortimer....!!! Madame was very regal like in her flowing veil that sported additional little pets such as spiders... When she first walked in I really didn't recognize her as Cindy B.
I can't believe that I forgot to photograph myself and Bev.. Geez... What a dufuss I am. I came in my flippers, snorkel and swim mask. We had so much rain that I thought those items would be very appropriate and possibly needed at a moments notice. Miss Beverly came dressed as a lovely Indian Princess.