chirps & cheers

Santa may not need keys for his reindeer or luggage for his travels but certainly someone on your list does. Choose your ribbons and customization for something super personalized. Take it one step further with an initial charm with the lucky recipient’s name and telephone number on the back. Just a little insurance that if those keys or luggage get lost, they will be returned to the rightful owner.

1. December first ’til Christmas is the longest time of year.
2. It seems as though old Santa Claus never will appear.
3. How many days ’til Christmas?
4. It’s mighty hard to count so our handy little blog book 
5. will tell you the exact amount.
6. Check in daily for some holiday ideas and gifts.
7. Trying our best to help you cross things off your list.
8. Cards, invitations, rubber stamps and more….
9. wrapping, ribbon and candles galore.
10. If you’re looking for a cook, an organizer 
11. or just want something new,
12. our goodies are fun, unique and in colors of every hue.
13. So with a ho, ho, ho and a merry, jingle, cheer…
14. enjoy the next twenty-four days ‘cuz it’s the best time of the year!

Pinch me.

That’s exactly how I felt when Katie Hunt asked me to participate in her Tradeshow Bootcamp. Katie is an amazing woman overflowing with energy. Not only is she a talented stationery designer, business owner (Kelp Stationery), a tweeter extraordinaire, a dedicated mom (a toddler and a newborn!) but also the founder of Tradeshow Bootcamp.

After she did an interview discussing some of her tradeshow tips and advice, Katie realized there was a great need for this type of information. So last spring she did her first bootcamp for designers preparing for their first tradeshow. This met with such great success that she has put together another for the fall. It will be a series of six teleconferences with some of the top peeps in the stationery business discussing topics like First Timer’s Perspectives, Booth Logistics, Products + Ordering, Marketing, Networking and Follow-up Strategies. The bootcamp starts 9/22 and runs for six consecutive weeks. You can purchase all six sessions or individual sessions on the topics of your top interest. I will be speaking with Erika Firm of Delphine on Products + Ordering (10/6).

Trust me, I was over-the-moon to be included in such an esteemed group of people who’s collective knowelege of the stationery business is incredible. But what is even more remarkable is their willingness to share their experiences and advice to help others grow and become successful. SInce opening my shop, I have realized what an amazing industry this is. I love paper but I love paper people even more.

So put your designing aside for six nights and join the conversation. Bring your questions….I am certain you will get some answers.

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Since one should always take the “time” to say thank you, i love you and of course, chirps & cheers, we are applauding the arrival of these cutie-cool magnetic clocks from mine design.  You can even customize your own message. So if you have something to say, make the “time” so the words will stick.

Sweet smelling soy candle tins to get you in that loving “flame” of mind. Cutie little votives too. Perfect for placesetting favors, pillow treats or teacher goodies.

Here’s a twist to the traditional holiday note. Plain, bold and black and white. This is one xmas letter worth reading.  According to Real Simple magazine, these lavender sachets are a great find under $50. We couldn’t agree more and at $15 each they’re perfect giftie for someone on your list.

Yummy leather goodies in fun colors!  While we have a variety of card cases, journals, jotters and ipad cases  in the shop, tomorrow is the last day to order these gifties personalized without a rush charge.  Check your list!