September 28, 2013

This is Only the Beginning....

Yup, it’s true.  PN (Perfect Nancy) is at it again… and this time she has help!


You may have noticed the strange new arrangement of tables and displays in our store the last time you were here… I certainly did.  I have to say, at this point I not only can I not find any product, I really can’t find my way around.  I think I have finally found our new floor plan – I want to share it with you so it’s easier for you to find things than it has been for me:



The Convenient New Plan at ESS

The Convenient New Floor Plan at ESS, as seen by TM



Oh, wait, this is not even the best part.  I heard PN and Michelle talking about their new plans for the store and I heard these fateful words: “This is only the beginning…”


Seriously?  The beginning?  Where is the end, exactly?  Will they ever reach it?  I think not… I mean, look how seriously they take their work:



Nancy and Michelle making progress... ?

Nancy and Michelle making progress… ??



As you can see, they make more mess than progress… I’m really not sure what the plan is, but I know for sure by now that I am outnumbered… it’s two against one and one of the “two” is the boss… I’m pretty much doomed to never find my way around again.  In fact, it’s about quitting time about now… if anyone happens to be driving by can you come in and fetch me?  I’m not sure I can find my way to the front door… If you do there might be a “locator” award in it for you!


Seriously, though…  you guys know me enough by now to know I’m not really serious about all my griping :)   I will  admit that the new classroom is kind of awesome.  Lots of room for everyone and (my favorite part) there’s easy access to the loo!  As for the rest of the store, I’m with holding judgment.  Maybe because I’m resistant to change, maybe because I want to wait and see what happens… but mostly because it gives me something to whine and complain about :)    See you soon – if you can find me, that is!



This is Only the Beginning....

September 27, 2013

Holiday Sizzix Thinlit Dies In Stock

We just got a great new selection of Sizzix Thinlit Dies – feast your eyes:



Thinlits Pumpkin, Cat, Crows

Sizzix Thinlit Pumpkin, Cat, Crows



 



Thinlit Frame Layers Scallop Polka Dot

Sizzix Thinlits Frame Layers – Scallop Polka Dot



 



Sizzex Thinlits Christmas Tree

Sizzix Thinlits Christmas Tree



 



Thinlits Trick or Treat

Sizzix Thinlits Trick or Treat



 



Thinlits Lace Pattern Card

Sizzix Thinlits Lace Pattern Card



 



Thinlit Moroccan Card Front

Sizzix Thinlits Moroccan Card Front



I see some holiday themed projects coming up….. yes, yes I do!



Holiday Sizzix Thinlit Dies In Stock

September 25, 2013

Employee Pick of the Month

Caution: Please read at your own risk.  The post below contains hilarious, bawdy, and somewhat sarcastic comments about my co-worker and arch nemesis, Perfect Nancy (PN).  In reality, we are friends… however, in blog land I consider it my civic duty to poke, prod, and generally make a big ninny out of myself by complaining about her.  Don’t worry, though… no actual employees were harmed in the making of this post!


So I have decided to implement a new feature here on the Everything Scrapbook and Stamps blog… the Employee Pick of the Month!  We all have them… those favorite items that come in that we just can’t seem to live without.  Of course, if you have an Employee Pick of the Month you have to have a featured employee and this month’s featured employee is:


Perfect Nancy!!!


Otherwise known as PN…  What a surprise, I know… most of you will be shocked to see that I have given PN an honor of any kind.  Perhaps the fact that PN HATES having her picture taken encourages me to bestow this particular honor on her :)   I think those people who have accumulated the most awards should get the “honor” of being featured in the Employee Pick of the Month Post, don’t you?  That means PN will get a lot of turns because she has the most awards… It will be a while before it’s my turn, obviously, because I’ve still never received an award… bwaa haa haa haa haaaaa….


So for our first official Employee Pick of the Month, I would like to introduce you to this little adhesive dispenser, affectionately termed “the pink thing” by PN (mostly because her Boston accent doesn’t allow her put the words “adhesive” and “dispenser” together in the same sentence without really thinking about it, I think):



Nancy's Pink Thing

Nancy’s FAVORITE Pink Adhesive Dispenser



Now, you might be saying to yourself, why do I need an adhesive dispenser?  Well you need one, obviously, because if you don’t use one your adhesive is likely to look a lot like Michelle’s:



Michelle's Adhesive Storage Method

Michelle’s Adhesive Storage Method – Oh dear!



Look how much nicer things would be if you just used your handy dandy “pink thing” adhesive dispenser:



What an amazing invention - what would we all do without our pink things?

What an amazing invention – what would we all do without our pink thing adhesive dispensers?



I’ll be the first to admit that Nancy was a little confused by the pink thing at first… she rebelled.  She didn’t want to like it… but it grew on her.  Before you know it she was taking it with her everywhere:



She put it in her pocket while she restocked shelves....

She put it in her pocket while she restocked shelves….



 



She put it on her shoulder when she was missing her bird, Buddy...

She put it on her shoulder when she was missing her bird, Buddy…



 



She even placed little pink things strategically around the store so she wouldn't get lonely without them...

She even placed them strategically around the store so she’d never be too far away from one if she needed it…



Yup, Nancy sure did fall in love with the “pink thing” adhesive caddy… and that’s what makes the new “pink thing” adhesive dispenser our first official Employee Pick of the Month!  Thanks, Nancy, for sharing your new favorite tool with us…  I’m so looking forward to whatever I pick to be your Pick of the Month next time!



Employee Pick of the Month

September 24, 2013

New Dies and Glitters from Elizabeth Craft Designs

We just received a wonderful new collection of dies and glitters from Elizabeth Craft Designs:


Elizabeth Crafts Berry Branch Die
Elizabeth Crafts Berry Branch Die





Elizabeth Crafts Birdie Die
Elizabeth Crafts Birdie Die





Elizabeth Craft Dies Lotus Flower
Elizabeth Craft Dies Lotus Flower





Elizabeth Craft Ornaments Set 1
Elizabeth Craft Ornaments Set 1





Elizabeth Craft Small Dragonfly Die
Elizabeth Craft Small Dragonfly Die





Elizabeth Craft Sprig with Berries
Elizabeth Craft Sprig with Berries





Elizabeth Designs Ornament Set 2
Elizabeth Designs Ornament Set 2


Elizabeth Craft Glitters are so fine they feel like Silk, which is why they’re called “Silk Microfine Glitters”… the colors are rich and the shimmer is incredible – you’re going to love these glitters!


Silk Microfine Glitters
Silk Microfine Glitters


OK, they look REALLY dull in the picture but I promise you they’re not… come in and check out the real color chart so you can truly appreciate the silk microfine glitter experience – they’re going to give you just the right amount of holiday bling for your buck!










New Dies and Glitters from Elizabeth Craft Designs

September 23, 2013

New Tim Holtz Dies In Stock Now!

Woo hoo!  Brand new dies from Tim Holtz are in stock and ready for you!  Check out all the new offerings:


New Framelit/Stamp Combo Packs:



Tim Holtz Acorn Blueprint Framelits and Stamps

Tim Holtz Acorn Blueprint Framelits and Stamps



 



Tim Holtz Cobweb Blueprint Framelits and Stamps

Tim Holtz Cobweb Blueprint Framelits and Stamps



 



Tim Holtz Framed Silhouettes Framelits and Stamps

Tim Holtz Framed Silhouettes Framelits and Stamps



 



Tim Holtz Leaf Blueprint Framelits with Stamps

Tim Holtz Leaf Blueprint Framelits with Stamps



 



Tim Holtz Retro Halloween Framelits and Stamps

Tim Holtz Retro Halloween Framelits and Stamps



 



Tim Holtz Blueprint Framelit with Stamps

Tim Holtz Blueprint Framelit with Stamps



Bigz Dies:



Tim Holtz Bigz Dies Apothecary Bottles

Tim Holtz Bigz Dies Apothecary Bottles



 



Tim Holtz Bigz Dies Crescent Moon Stars

Tim Holtz Bigz Dies Crescent Moon Stars



 



Tim Holtz Bigz Dies Deco Mirror

Tim Holtz Bigz Dies Deco Mirror



 



Tim Holtz Bigz Dies Ornate Frame

Tim Holtz Bigz Dies Ornate Frame



 



Tim Holtz Bigz Dies Wall Clock

Tim Holtz Bigz Dies Wall Clock



 



Tim Holtz Bigz Die Writing Desk

Tim Holtz Bigz Die Writing Desk



 



Tim Holtz Bigz XL Die Luminary

Tim Holtz Bigz XL Die Luminary



Deco Strip Dies:



Deco Strip Alpha Die Tim Holtz Spooktacular

Deco Strip Alpha Die Tim Holtz Spooktacular



 



Deco Strip Die Tim Holtz Bats & Crossbones

Deco Strip Die Tim Holtz Bats & Crossbones



 



Deco Strip Die Tim Holtz Cobwebs

Deco Strip Die Tim Holtz Cobwebs



 



Deco Strip Die Tim Holtz Ironwork Gate

Deco Strip Die Tim Holtz Ironwork Gate



 



Deco Strip Die Tim Holtz Ribbon Flags

Deco Strip Die Tim Holtz Ribbon Flags



Embossing Folders and Accessories



Tim Holtz Embossing Diffusers Set 2

Tim Holtz Embossing Diffusers Set 2



 



Tim Holtz Embossing Folders Ink Splats and Wood Planks

Tim Holtz Embossing Folders Ink Splats and Wood Planks



 



Tim Holtz Embossing Folders Iron Gates and Starry Nights

Tim Holtz Embossing Folders Iron Gates and Starry Nights



 



Tim Holtz Movers and Shapers Apothecary Bottles

Tim Holtz Movers and Shapers Apothecary Bottles



 



Tim Holtz Movers and Shapers Feather and Ink Well

Tim Holtz Movers and Shapers Feather and Ink Well



 



Tim Holtz Movers and Shapers Mirror and Wall Clock

Tim Holtz Movers and Shapers Mirror and Wall Clock



 



Tim Holtz Movers and Shapers Owl and Crescent

Tim Holtz Movers and Shapers Owl and Crescent



So do tell, do tell… what are your favorites?   I have to say I have a special love for the Crescent Moon… it just makes me happy :)   I know what will be going home in my bag… which ones will be going home in yours?



New Tim Holtz Dies In Stock Now!