Video of the new Revolution Love

Check out the new Revolution Love!

A couple of notes: we are currently pre-selling them as they are expected to ship in October (buying one now guarantees you'll have one when the first shipment arrives!)...we have LAYAWAY available on this item...and...QuicKutz club members get 20% off!

I've already put down my deposit - woo hoo!

We survived!

So, we survived Tropical Storm Hanna! There was a bit of siding torn off my house, but other than that, all is well.

Loretta, one of our favorite customers, had a birthday crop yesterday - HAPPY BIRTHDAY, LORETTA!!! We all had a fantastic time :)

Carmella and Melissa "borrowed" my Flip Video camera while I was out of the room and below is the result. (As a precaution, she's wearing a helmet in case she gets caught under any rubble.) Didn't think I would post it, eh? Well, here ya go!

Hurricane party!

Unless we get blown away or ordered to evacuate, we'll be at the store today. Come see us...a little wind and rain won't hurt ya!

And, while you're there...mention this blog and get 15% off your entire purchase (sale items excluded). Today only!

Check out the new papers by Best Creation!

Another day, another video. And, yes, we already know that Susan is crazy. That's why we love her :)

It's a bird...it's a plane...

Pow! Zap! Bam!

It's a bird, it's a plane, no - it's new Superhero digital designs from QuicKutz! Check out these action-packed shapes that'll add vigor and prowess to any craft project. This release includes three different kid-hero shapes, masks, quote and thought bubbles, capes and other fun accessories for your hero. Try hosting a superhero-themed birthday party, complete with hero invitations, decorations and activities where guests can cut out and design their own masks and hero emblems!

Silhouettes are on sale for $199.99! We have them in stock and ready for you to take home :)

To see the new images, click here...

http://www.quickutz.com/qk2/new.aspx?gc=36

More new stuff!

Okay, so Melissa and I are still laughing about the video blog. My husband told me that we are goofballs, but he was a bit entertained! Hey, what can you expect...it was our first try, and we had fun :)

Hopefully, you got at least a one second glance at some of the new products. Lots and LOTS of adorable stuff by Creative Imaginations! And, yes, there is more...here's a overview...

* new clear and rubber stamps from Stampendous! Cute, cute, CUTE Christmas, Halloween and Thanksgiving stamps, including mini stamps perfect for card making.

* amazing, glittery paper by Best Creations - be sure to check out their fall leaves and the Christmas lines. Also, we've restocked some of the beach lines (including the lighthouse) that sold out in record time a few months ago.

* new Idea Books by QuicKutz. There are four mini books - School, Travel, Glass Etching and Animals. There are some great ideas in here. And, the best part, the books are only $1.99 each!

* new Glimmer Glass (acrylic embellishments), decorated Chipboard, and stencils by Tattered Angels (the makers of Glimmer Mist). Stencils include trees (AWESOME!), snowflakes, icicles and corners. These are gorgeous and a must see!

Check out our new toy!

So...we got a new toy! Have you heard about the Flip Video camera? We'll be able to bring our blogging to a whole new level :) Here's our very first take...it's a bit rough especially at the end where I forgot to edit out the 'mess'! But, it's all good. We'll learn...eventually!



And, lots of new product...Halloween, school, army men, foil, police, EMT, firefighters, etc. Check it out!

Happy hour starts TODAY!

Join us today for...








Starting today, and every Wednesday from 4:30 - 6:30, we'll be helping you get through the work week!

*Bring yourself and $5...that's it! We'll provide all the materials and ideas for a one page layout.

*This is for ALL levels of scrapbookers (whether you're just starting or a seasoned scrapbooker).

*Join us at any time during 4:30 and 6:30.

*No reservations necessary!

Coupon Day!

Happy Labor Day :)

We are OPEN and it's coupon day!! Bring in a local competitor's coupon for up to 30% off any in-stock item (not valid on sale items).

Even the men are excited about it!!

{Store hours today are 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.}

Last day of QK Sale!

Today is the last day of the QuicKutz shapes sale!

2x2 and 4x4 shape dies are 40% off!!

Beach Retreat Update

Okay, if you read the previous post about the DoubleTree Hotel reservation issue...IT HAS BEEN RESOLVED!!! Good grief, Charlie Brown - what a relief!

We are good to go, so please make your reservation :)

By the way, there's only a handful of spots left for the retreat. Woo hoo!!!

Problem with DoubleTree Hotel reservations

If you need a hotel room for the Beach Retreat, please read the following:

One of our staff called today to make her reservation and was told that our room block has been filled. The hotel also said they could not honor the group rate, but they could give her a room at a higher rate.

If this happens to you, please go ahead and MAKE THE RESERVATION anyway.

This information is incorrect, but we can't do anything about it until Tuesday (everyone left early today because it is a holiday weekend!).

Here's what to do:

1. Make the reservation at the rate they assign you (even though it is higher than our advertised group rate).
2. Email jen@beachscrapbooks.com and let her know you've made the reservation and the name the room is under.
3. I will contact the reservations manager on Tuesday and have her switch the price to the correct group rate.
4. Please note that your credit card does not get charged until that weekend, so there will not be a charge for reserving the room.

If you haven't already made your reservation, what are you waiting for? :)

We are EXCITED for a GREAT weekend!!! Now, if only I could start getting myself organized...

Thank God it's Friday!

Please note:

Monday, September 1st is the Early Bird cutoff for the Beach Retreat registration. It's also the last day that we can guarantee the group rate at the hotel. Call today to reserve your spot!


New items:


From Paper House Productions... new paper including Field Hockey, Africa, Egypt and China! Also, Alaska stickers have been restocked.







We've restocked some of the papers in our beach section. Some are old, some are new. All are best sellers!








Making Memories albums are back on shelves, including the leather 12x12s and the NEW corduroy 3 ring albums in both 12x12 and 8x8. We've also received the Pioneer 8x8 leatherette albums. These 8x8 albums are a perfect fit for the Theresa Collins Christmas, Halloween and travel lines!


Breast Cancer ribbon stickers and scrapbook kits











Sharing Your Story by Ali Edwards

We'll miss you, Dawn!

Every Friday, there is a dedicated group of customers who come in and crop. Sometimes, there's more socializing and laughter going on than cropping, but they always have a good time! This is an amazing group of people who have become friends over time.

One of our friends is moving. Pictured here in the yellow shirt is Dawn. She is moving to Pennsylvannia to be closer to her son, daughter-in-law and adorable grandson.

Dawn, on behalf of all our staff and regular Friday croppers, I wish you much happiness in this new stage of your life. Enjoy that grandbaby and be sure to keep in touch! Thank you for your support over the past year and a half, and thank you for your kindess to my family. You will be missed!

jen

Lots New!

A few new things to tell you about:

1. I am LOVIN' the new Basic Grey! Among other things, the Ambrosia collection (the one with all the orange) could be used for a great Halloween layout. Not necessarily one of the kids, but more along the lines of how you decorate your house. You know, more of a sophisticated, adult layout.

2. The new QuicKutz release is great, and the samples in the store are adorable. QK Club members - the free Exclusive Recipe Card (with any $35 purchase) is going fast, so come in soon! Also, your free Rolling Pin awaits you - or punch it out with yellow cardstock and make it a corn-on-the-cob!

3. The new Bon Appetit collection by Theresa Collins is on shelves. And, by the way, it goes GREAT with the QuicKutz release! (it's the black/white/green papers in the slideshow above)

4. We have a whole new collection of inks by Ranger. New ink pads (each color comes in 3 different shades for your stamping pleasure!), new alcohol inks, new distress reinkers and pigment ink pads. Also new from Ranger, Perfect Pearls! Use a little bit of Perfect Pearls with some water in a mini mister, and you've got yourself your own Glimmer Mist!

5. And, for all you Tim Holtz stalkers, we've got more of his embellishments in stock...Fragments, metal embellishments (gears, arrows, keys, etc.), rulers and more.

6. The 40% off sale for QuicKutz is still going strong. We received our last shipment of the month yesterday, so the wall is restocked and ready for you. In case you've been living under a rock for the past month, or just haven't heard, all 2x2s and 4x4s are a whopping 40% off until the end of the month. Come in and stock up!

7. We are OPEN on Labor Day! Enjoy your 3 day weekend :)

All of a sudden, I'm craving some cookies!

The new QuicKutz release has arrived, and it's ADORABLE!








QuicKutz Club Members - check your email! This 4x4 Recipe Card is FREE with any $35 QuicKutz purchase. It's only available to Club members and good while supplies last.

Hump Day is BACK!

The kids are almost back in school...evenings are getting a bit cooler...tourist season is coming to an end...do you know what that means?!?

Hump Day Happy Hours are coming back!

That's right, starting NEXT week, Hump Day Happy Hour is every Wednesday from 4:30 - 6:30. Bring yourself and $5. We'll provide all the materials and ideas for a one page layout. What a great way to get your creative juices flowing again after a busy summer! This is just our way of helping you get through the work week :)

(Check out the calendar at http://www.beachscrapbooks.com/pdfs/2008_Sept_Cal.pdf .)

The Basic Grey that we all know and LOVE!

Introducing 3 new, beautiful lines by Basic Grey!

(Two additional lines, Granola & Urban Prairie, are shipping in October.)

Store Closing Early

Please note that we will be closing early tomorrow.

Our store hours for Sunday, August 24th will be from 12:00 - 3:00 p.m.

Please plan accordingly!

Fall is upon us...

Happy Saturday! It looks like it's going to be another beautiful day :) I love it when the weather starts to cool down in the evenings...it reminds me that both school and a new season are upon us.

And, a new season brings lots of new things going on at the store...

1. New product continues to arrive daily. Look for two new collections from Piggy Tales in the store today - Old King Cole and Billy Goat's Gruff. The names, however, have nothing to do with the themes! Old King Cole is all about music...music notes, guitars, keyboards and drums. Billy Goat's Gruff is about bikes...both adult bikes and tricycles. Samples are at the bottom of this post.

2. Beach Retreat...there are only 13 spots left for our weekend event in October. Remember, September 1st is the cutoff for the early bird registration fee AND the group rate at the hotel. Make your reservations today!

3. Scrap Pink is the last weekend in October. We are NOT doing the 3 day crop this year...we've got some other exciting ways to celebrate Scrap Pink. Pencil us in and watch for details!

4. There will be a special QuicKutz Club event in November that you won't want to miss! Remember, you can join at anytime.

5. Right now, there are some amazing sales going on for QuicKutz. Squeeze tools for $29.99 (reg. $89.99), Revolutions for $59.99 (reg. $149.99) and the Silhouettes for $199.99 (reg. $369.99). These are AMAZING prices...especially the Silhouette! I will be teaching a Silhouette class in September, so now's the perfect time to add one to your collection. (Speaking of the Silhouette...did you see the lastest kitchen/baking downloads? LOVE 'em!)

And, let's not forget the 40% sale for the 2x2 and 4x4 shape dies. We have another shipment of dies arriving on Wednesday, so the wall will once again be completely restocked. Sale ends August 31st.

6. September brings back Hump Day Happy Hour! Bring yourself and $5 to join in on the fun. We'll provide all the supplies needed to make a single page layout...all you need to do is add the pictures when you get home! Join us on Wednesdays, anytime between 4:30 and 6:30.

7. On shelves TOMORROW...Basic Grey! 3 new BEAUTIFUL collections!

Now that school's about to start, I will be in the store most mornings and look forward to catching up with everyone! I feel like I haven't seen some of you in months. In fact, I'll be working this evening...stop by and say hi!

Have a GREAT day and thanks for your continued support,

Jen :)

New from Piggy Tales (made from recycled paper and printed with organic soy ink):