TODAY is THE Day! Magenta. Trunk Show. New Product. Open Late.

It's happy dance time!  Doesn't this picture of Snoopy dance just make you smile?  Well, I'm smiling from ear to ear over here because today is the day of our Magenta Style classes!  I am so excited to see Nathalie again and have her teach at our beautiful store.  You see last time she was here (2 years ago) that was when I was just moving in with Dekoko's and she did not see the Pickle as it is today.  I know she will fall in love with the space and the new collaboration!

Classes

This afternoons class is FULL and I have 2 spots left in tonight's class.  Call the store if you are interested!

Trunk Show

The trunk show will be taking place from 1-9pm today!  Check out Magenta's incredible selection!

New Product

A MASSIVE order arrived yesterday.  Many new items from Ranger, Tim Holtz, Art Impressions and more!  Check it out!

Open Late TONIGHT

We are open late tonight because of Magenta's class and trunk show.  Stop in and see us!  Open until 9pm!!

Sorry for the quick post but I cannot sit still any longer!  Hope to see you today!!

Kim

MEMORY BOX in the HOUSE!

If you are looking for the most amazing selection of dies in the area, you just need to stop into The Paper Pickle!  Seriously, I am not sure who is doing all of this ordering, but I think I like it!  Ha.

Check out a few of the new Christmas dies sure to inspire and impress!

Impression Obsession Dies

Have a look at these great dies from Impression Obsession.  We have always carried stamps from this company but I have to say I am loving their new die designs.  The quality and pricing is incredible.

Open Late FRIDAY

Remember tomorrow is the Magenta class.  For those of you attending, you are in for an awesome experience!  For those of you who cannot attend, please know that you are more than welcome to check out the trunk show taking place between 1-9pm tomorrow!  That's right....we are open until 9pm TOMORROW!  Stop in and see why The Paper Pickle is the place to be!

Kim

Store Hours

Wed-Thurs - 10am-5:30pm

Fri - 10am-9pm

Sat - 10am-3pm

Friday. MAGENTA. Be there!

My heart is just swelling over here!  This is the week I have been waiting for since the summer!  This is the week that we have Nathalie Metavier from MAGENTA coming to teach at The Paper Pickle!!  She and her lovely husband are travelling all the way from the Montreal area to be with us....what a treat!  I am so incredibly grateful that we have been included as one of her stops!

Nathalie is one of the founding members of Magenta Style - in my opinion, Canada's most versatile and creative rubber stamp manufacturers!  They proudly design and distribute beautifully crafted rubber stamps in BOTH French and English.  Check out their amazing offering!  www.magentastyle.com

Here are the details about the class happening THIS Friday!!

Magenta Class #1 - ONE SEAT LEFT!

Christmas is coming and we will help you be prepared! Join Nathalie as she shows you how to create these three beautiful cards jam packed with technique.
Techniques include: using Peel Offs in various ways, adding colour with pencils, working with stencils, stamping on glossy card stock with versamark and more!

Date: Friday, October 24
Time: 1:00-4:00pm
Cost: $47.50+hst
Required supplies: good scissors, adhesive

Magenta Class #2 - FOUR SEATS LEFT!

Aren't these cards pretty? Not only are they gorgeous but they are card designs that can be used for any occasion. PLUS You will be learning techniques that are sure to impress. Techniques include: watercolour with dye based inks on glossy card stock, using stencils, direct to paper techniques, collage, working with coloured pencils and more!

Date: Friday, October 24
Time: 6:00-9:00pm
Cost: $47.50+hst
Required supplies: good scissors, adhesive


Class Perks!!
Anyone who attends these Magenta classes will be in for some special treats! There will be a wonderful assortment of gourmet desserts from none other than Homebaked Kitchen Company! I just placed my order this morning and we will have beautiful cakes, cookies, and brownies!  Beverages will also be provided (both cold and warm). We will be doing a special draws at the end of each class!  Classes are limited to 14 seats so you are sure to get some one on one time with our guest teacher.

Trunk Show
Nathalie and her husband will be bringing a great selection of stamps and other paper crafting products for your shopping pleasure. If you are a big Magenta fan, this is a great time to stop in.  As mentioned, there will be many French stamps too!  

The Trunk Show will START at 1pm and will run until 9pm!! 

Well I can't think of a better way to spend my Friday....can you?  I (secretly) hope that one spot in Friday night's class remains open so I can play too!!!

Just call the store or stop in during store hours to register!!  All levels welcomed!  You know you are in for something special....

Kim

Store Hours

Wed&Thurs - 10am-5:30pm

Fri - 10am-9pm (open late because of Magenta's visit!)

Sat - 10am-3pm

Memory Box - 25% OFF! THIS WEEK ONLY!

Hey.  What do you think?  Isn't it time for a SALE?  Get in this week and enjoy 25% off all IN-STOCK Memory Box products including dies and stencils!  These are definitely my favourite brand of dies and what a perfect time to scoop them up for future projects.  The selection is great and the time is now (I've always wanted to say that...ha!).

Also, there is still room in the upcoming classes.  Have a look at my post from last week for details.  These classes are not to be missed!  All levels of expertise welcome.

Happy fall!

Kim

Store Hours
Wed-Fri - 10am-5:30pm
Sat - 10am-3pm

Thankful AND Happy

Now you know why I am always smiling. I have so many reasons to be thankful including you!  Many of you have started out as customers and I now consider us friends. I have watched you grow as artists and have even been a part of your life events!  I am a very thankful and happy girl....

Happy Thanksgiving!

Kim

Store Hours

Wed-Fri - 10am-3pm

Sat - 10am-3pm

NEW class ALERT!

Time to fill you in on some great classes coming up at The Pickle over the next 4 weeks.  Did you know that classes have just gotten sweeter?   It's all thanks to our new roomie and baker extraordinaire, Jen!  When you sign up for a class with us, you get your choice of cookie or cupcake from Homebaked Kitchen!  I told you that you were going to love this new partnership!

Mixed Media Witchie-poo by Debbie

Mixed Media by Debbie

Have you ever wanted to try your hand at mixed media?  Well this is the class to get your feet wet (and your hands in some paint!).  Debbie will show you how to add dimension to your project using designer scrap booking paper, gesso, paint daubers, rub-ons, wood elements, stamps, stencils and more!  The project measures 8x10.  This project must be seen in person to be truly appreciated!  It is in the store so come and have a look!  

Date:  Tuesday, October 28 (the week of Halloween to get you in the mood!)

Time:  6-8pm

Cost:  $25+hst**

Required Supplies to bring with you to class:  good scissors

Suggested Supplies to bring if you have them:  black mixed media brush pens

**Please note the class fee above does NOT include the black frame.  If you are interested in finishing the project off with the black frame, it may be purchased for an additional cost of $12.50.

Fun Flip Album by Kim

My goofy family

I am really looking forward to teaching this class.  And when I say "teach" I am using the term somewhat loosely.  There will be some teaching going on where I will share some of my tips and tricks for pulling together a great album. But really this is going to be a free style class where there will be some items cut for you (like the basic backgrounds - all using papers from Basic Grey) but there will be tons of others goodies supplied for you to add and design as you may.  You will certainly get your money's worth!

Oh.  Did I mention this is a flip album where we will be working with Teresa Collin's 6x6 albums?  You pull the little tab on the right hand side and the pages "flip" for you!  It is adorable and will make a great gift!  The papers we are using are very versatile and lend themselves well for any photos really not just those taken in fall (or with shot guns!).  Ha!

8 pages to decorate PLUS the covers
and a secret pocket at the back for journalling

Date:  Friday, November 7
Time:  6-9PM
Cost:  $25+hst
Please bring your paper trimmer, scissors and adhesive
All other supplies are included!  Did I mention you get a cupcake or cookie too!?!

The best part about this class is that in 3 hours you will walk out of here
with a completed project ready for the coffee table or for gift giving!

Magenta Classes - with Nathalie Metivier of Magenta!

I mentioned in my post from October 1st that we have a very special guest artist coming from Montreal!  Nathalie from Magenta will be here teaching two incredible classes.  VERY limited seating is still available!  Not to be missed....

Class #1 - ONE SPOT LEFT!

Christmas is coming and we will help you be prepared! Join Nathalie as she shows you how to create these three beautiful cards jam packed with technique.
Techniques include: using Peel Offs in various ways, adding colour with pencils, working with stencils, stamping on glossy card stock with versamark and more!

Date: Friday, October 24
Time: 1:00-4:00pm
Cost: $47.50+hst
Required supplies: good scissors, adhesive

Class #2 - SIX SPOTS LEFT!

Aren't these cards pretty? Not only are they gorgeous but they are card designs that can be used for any occasion. PLUS you will be learning techniques that are sure to impress. Techniques include: watercolour with dye based inks on glossy card stock, using stencils, direct to paper techniques, collage, working with coloured pencils and more!

Date: Friday, October 24
Time: 6:00-9:00pm
Cost: $47.50+hst
Required supplies: good scissors, adhesive
Please call the store or stop in to reserve your spots!  Don't miss this chance to have some fun - pickle style!!

Kim

Store Hours
Wed-Fri - 10am-5:30pm
Sat - 10am-3pm

Paper - It's My Passion

The Paper Pickle - ALWAYS Original

Anyone who has ever read my blog or has spoken to me in person will know that I get very animated when talking about paper!  Whether it is the latest delivery of designer scrapbooking paper or just chatting about your wedding invitation vision, I get excited!  I am still unsure where my love of paper began.  However, a few moments in my past do stand out and offer proof of this love:  

1. Receiving my first calligraphy set from my parents for Christmas when I was in grade school.  I created with those pens and was obsessed with the coloured ink.
2. Spending my "hoeing" money on stickers from Toys R Us (my first job included hoeing weeds from my grandpa's soy bean fields).  I still vividly remember that trip to London and how excited I was!  Puffy, fruit smelling stickers will do that to ya.
3. Making my very first scrapbook in high school before scrapbooking was even cool (it was a spiral bound notebook with recycled construction paper pages).  I had clippings of my favourite bands including Depeche Mode, comic strips and photos from my ski trip to Quebec.
4. Going on multiple shopping trips with Kell to The Gift Emporium when they were closing to scoop up stacks of greeting cards.  This was before I discovered stamping.  The designs were so beautiful and I often found myself flipping through the pile just to admire them.
5. Screaming in the car with Kell and Kyla after picking up the latest Stampin' Up catalogue (pre-Paper Pickle days)...yes, we were literally screaming!  haha...

Now fast forward to me as an adult..... 

All designs are collaborative efforts with your event in mind

On Sunday, I was able to showcase the stationery pieces that I have designed over the years.  If you were at The Portuguese Club and stopped by my booth, you would have heard the passion coming through as I chatted with you!  One thing that I often preach is that being original is key!  You want your day to stand out in your guest's minds.  The way to do that is by having a clear vision and a critical eye with special attention to detail.  To me, it is the little details that make for an extraordinary event!  

A few of my latest designs from 2014 - you challenge me
and make me a better designer

You will always find quirky little elements in my booth

I have often joked with brides that if you are looking for The Paper Pickle booth, look for the booth with burlap rather than satin.  Look for the booth that will give you creative ideas for your day that incorporate my love of paper crafting.  Look for the girl with the booth who takes great pride in being original and who has always remained true to my style.  Hey, I thought burlap was beautiful even before the bridal magazines said it was all the rage.

Stationery sets with expressions of you!

More designs....I love them all.

It is ALL about the details

If you know anyone with a wedding or special event, tell them to come and see me.  I would love to share my passion and create something beautiful for them.  

Homebaked Kitchen Company

Clean, classic booth....that's Jen for you!

Another girl who is very passionate about her creations and designs is my sister, Jen.  She attended the wedding show for the first time and I think she really stood out.  You want to know the secret?  Again, it goes back to remaining true to yourself and offering customers products that you have taken the time to perfect and have put your heart into.  Everything is baked fresh with incredible little details that make you feel special.  You can be confident time and effort was put into every aspect of your order from initial consultation to baking and packaging.

Just beautiful

I wish I had a picture of Jen at her booth.  Her top even matched the booth.  Coincidence?  I think not.  Jen believes every detail matters....that's why we work so well together.  

Homebaked Kitchen Company is the place to got for baking for any special event.  Just have a look at her website.  Trust me when I tell you her product photography will have salivating...thanks to another amazing photographer/sister, Krystle.....but don't get me started on her!  This blog may last forever and I've got to get ready for work!  Ha!

So some takeaways - My summary:

• always be original in everything you do
• pay attention to details - they matter!
• working with businesses that are passionate about their trade will make for a much better experience
• oh heck, just tell all your friends and neighbours that you love us and that they have to come visit us!

Keep smiling....

Kim

PS....Look for another post tonight or tomorrow about our grand opening!  Seriously, it was a BLAST!

PSS....Room still available in the Magenta classes!

Store Hours

Wed-Fri - 10am-5:30pm

Sat - 10am-3pm

GRAND Opening TODAY!

Today is the day!  Jen and I would like to extend a very special invitation to you as we celebrate the grand opening of our new joint venture - The Paper Pickle and Homebaked Kitchen Company!  Festivities begin Saturday (TODAY) at 10am and run until 5pm!

Thanksgiving Pre-Orders!

Jen will be showcasing her tastes of fall today!  It will be a great time to place your dessert orders for Thanksgiving. Pre-order her Apple Cinnamon or Pumpkin Spice by October 9th and be entered into a draw to win a seasonal fall linen!

FREE with Purchase

I thought I would sweeten the pot for anyone who stops in today!  For every $50 spent before tax today, receive a FREE 6.5x6.5" paper pad by Kaisercraft ($9.99 value!). There are a dozen different patterns to choose from.  Offer extended today ONLY!

Hope to see you today!!

Kim

Grand Opening this SATURDAY!

There's no place like home!

I was at the store last night getting ready for our Grand Opening Celebration.  And I know I shouldn't talk like this but....Holy Shit.  The store looks damn good!  I just love when things come together.

The school had a harvest sale going on yesterday and  the timing couldn't have been better!  I picked up some of the prettiest fairytale pumpkins to add to our decor for our open house.  One of the mom's gave me the idea of stacking them and tying them with a ribbon.  Now isn't that smart!

Other Fun Decorating Ideas

Here are my fun place card pumpkins and a sneak peek
of an upcoming mini album class!

Check out some of the other pumpkins on display at the store.  I created them using paper strips and two brads.  These would look adorable on your Thanksgiving table at each place setting.  What a great way to show your guests you care.

Ok.  Now these pumpkins are my new favourites.  I used the Marker Spritzer gun , copic markers and stencils.  Dress up with a little twine and Prima flowers and your done.  What a fun NEW way to use your copics!  These two are in store for your viewing pleasure!  There are also lots of spritzer guns ($17.25) in the store.  You too CAN do this!  I just know you can!

New Product

So with the grand opening celebration happening tomorrow from 10am-5pm, I just HAD to have the store jam packed with new goodies to add to the celebration!  Check out the hilarious and inspirational stamps from Riley & Co., fall and Christmas papers from Simple Stories, DIY items, Project Life theme packs and more!

GRAND Opening SATURDAY!

Witchie-poo!  Sheeeee's baaaaack!

Jen and I invite you to visit us tomorrow between 10am and 5pm for our grand opening celebration.  The store will be warm and cozy.....filled with tastes of fall.  We will be showing you how well The Paper Pickle and Homebaked Kitchen work together!  A store like no other.  An event not to be missed!  There's no place like home....

Kim

PS....Know anyone getting married?  The Divine Details Wedding Show is happening THIS Sunday 12-4 at The Portuguese Hall!

Store Hours
Wed-Fri - 10am-5:30pm
Open House Saturday - 10am-5pm (extended hours)

EXPLOSIVE EVENTS! Special Guest Artist & Grand Opening!

Honestly you guys, things are happening at The Pickle that you do NOT want to miss!  Wonder what we're concocting over here?  

Special Guest Artist - Nathalie Metivier from Magenta Style!

Well last week I mentioned that we have a special guest artist coming in from Magenta Style.  Magenta Style is a Confidently Canadian rubber stamp company who has been in business since the early 90's.  We have been carrying Magenta rubber stamps in our store since day one.  Their designs are versatile and offer a very wide range of imagery suitable for any occasion and the quality of their product is second to none!

Nathalie made a special appearance a couple of years ago when I was going through some changes at the store.  It was also during that same time that Jen was just starting Homebaked Kitchen.  Many beautiful things have developed and happened since then.....I am BACK in our dream space.  Nathalie has grown and developed as an artist and Jen now has a storefront and has developed the confidence and skills to wow you.  Trust me when I say Nathalie's MAGENTA classes will be magical this year!

Here are the details!  Click on the photos to see these cards in detail.  Cards will also be in the store in the next couple of weeks for your viewing pleasure!

Class #1

Christmas is coming and we will help you be prepared!  Join Nathalie as she shows you how to create these three beautiful cards jam packed with technique.

Techniques include:  using Peel Offs in various ways, adding colour with pencils, working with stencils, stamping on glossy card stock with versamark and more!

Date:  Friday, October 24

Time:  1:00-4:00pm

Cost:  $47.50+hst

Required supplies:  good scissors, adhesive

Class #2

Aren't these cards pretty?  Not only are they gorgeous but they are card designs that can be used for any occasion.  PLUS You will be learning techniques that are sure to impress.  Techniques include:  watercolour with dye based inks on glossy card stock, using stencils, direct to paper techniques, collage, working with coloured pencils and more!

Date:  Friday, October 24

Time:  6:00-9:00pm

Cost:  $47.50+hst

Required supplies:  good scissors, adhesive

Class Perks

Anyone who attends these Magenta classes will be in for some special treats!  There will be a wonderful assortment of gourmet desserts from none other than Homebaked Kitchen Company!  Nice beverage will also be provided (both cold and warm).  We will be doing a special draws at the end of each class.  Who knows?  There maybe other fun things too!  You know we love to treat our customers here!

Trunk Show

Nathalie and her husband will be bringing lots of great stamps for your shopping pleasure.  I will let you know when the shopping will be available once we get closer to the date!

Additional Details

I should mention that seating is limited for these two class and they will fill up.  You can call to register or stop by the store during store hours.  Please NO EMAILS or facebook messages. You will be required to pay for your class by no later than October 11.  If you cannot make the class for some reason after paying, it will be your responsibility to find a replacement.  I'm sorry but absolutely no refunds will be given.

So what do you think?  I know I am SO pumped!

Grand Opening Celebration

We would like to extend a special invitation to you (and your closest 50 friends ha!) to join us THIS Saturday for our grand opening celebration!  We will be open from 10-5 so stop in and check out the new digs.  There will be draws, taste testing and more!  Vicky, who opened the boutique next door also has her grand re-opening planned for this same day.  44 Fourth Street will be HOPPING!  

It's all happening....we'd love for you to be a part of it too!

Kim

Store Hours

Wed-Fri - 10am-5:30pm

Saturday - extended hours due to our grand opening 10am-5pm!