Happy Holidays - HOURS

Merry Christmas!  I hope Santa was good to you.  We are going to take a few extra days this week to enjoy the family.  We will reopen Saturday (open 10-3).

PS...All Christmas will be 40% OFF!  No exceptions!

Kim

December Week 3 SPECIALS & Holiday Hours

Wow.  What a wonderful week we had last week.  The downtown was incredibly busy with Roger's Hometown Hockey. The family was out Saturday enjoying the festivities and I was lucky enough to get out Sunday for the live broadcast.  What an amazing event.  Watching the pre-game video made me so proud of our community.

Thank you Homebaked Kitchen for the beautiful cake.
It was such a nice surprise and SO delicious.
It was the perfect way to celebrate 15 years in business!

Happy 15th Paper Pickle!

Sunday was extra special for me.  The Paper Pickle celebrated our 15th birthday!  I am very proud of this accomplishment.  My sister Kelly and I opened on December 16th, 2003 because of our love of paper and it was the best decision we ever made.  We have made so many friends and have shared in your lives.  And seeing this picture above makes me so happy and proud as well.  "Our little stamper" is growing up and we are watching her blossom.  Her help during make and takes is wonderful.  

Week 3 SPECIALS - Ribbon and Paper Pad BOGO!

With a week to go, I thought it was time to ramp up the savings.  Enjoy BOGO on all ribbon and paper pads (included all 6x6, 6x8, 8x8 and 12x12).  This is a great way to get all the papers from your favourite lines.  I love these pads because they make designing a breeze.  I know all papers match and very little thought is required (and that's ALWAYS a good thing...ha!).  

Here is a look at our hours over the next couple weeks.  

Hope to see you soon!

♥ Kim

Holiday Hours & A Recipe!

We thought we better share our store hours over the next couple of weeks.  Stop in and say hi if you are in the area.  There is still a great selection of pretty paper crafting items or grab one of our new gift cards!  I love the new design.  What do you think??

Cranberry Basil Spritzer Recipe (from CountryLiving)

You know we are all about helping you look like a superstar!  Well this is not paper related but certainly appropriate for the holidays.  I made this recipe for our Christmas Open House and Birthday Bash and many of you raved about it so I thought I would share.  It is so festive looking for the holidays PLUS the flavour is fabulous.  Enjoy!

In a medium saucepan over medium heat, bring 1 cup of water and 1 cup of sugar to a boil.  Stir to dissolve sugar.  Add 1/2 cup basil leaves, remove pan from heat and let steep for 20 minutes.  Strain syrup and let cool for at least 1 hour.  In a large pitcher, combine syrup, 2 cups unsweetened cranberry juice and 1/4 cup fresh lime juice (about 2 limes).  Fill pitcher with 1 litre chilled club soda, then add 4 lime slices, 1 cup fresh cranberries and 1/2 cup basil leaves.  To serve, pour spritzers over ice and top with a splash more of club soda and garnish with basil.  

Wishing you and your loved ones a safe and happy holiday and only the best in 2018.  Let's make it the best year yet!

♥Kim

Holiday Hours - 3 Days to Shop

Just in case you need a few finishing touches for your Christmas festivities, we will be open the following hours (click the photo above).  

From The Paper Pickle and Homebaked Kitchen, wishing you all the most beautiful and peaceful holiday season.  Enjoy each and every moment and all those little details.  This is your life.  Be in the moment.  Marvel in the ordinary (AND the extraordinary!).  Celebrate life.

Kim

Holiday Store Hours

Tuesday Dec 22 - 10-5

Wednesday Dec 23 - 10-5

Thursday Dec 24 - 10-2

Closed until December 30

Open Tomorrow!

Hello and Merry Christmas!  Hope you are enjoying time with the family and enjoying time to yourself!  I have had some wonderful days off. Check out my new gift above.  It is the new version of a Polaroid camera!  I cannot wait to "smash" these pictures and other special ones I took over the past week.  So fun!

The Paper Pickle and Homebaked Kitchen will be open tomorrow (December 31) from 10am-3pm. Stop in and get your crafty supplies and goodies for some lazy holi-days!  The kids and I are all ready for a New Years Day full of crafty fun!

Please note the store will not reopen until January 7th so stop in tomorrow if you need anything. Otherwise, you can email me and I will do my best to accommodate your request!

Kim

Two Days to Shop

Good morning!  Just wanted to remind you that we are open Tuesday, December 23 10am-5pm and Wednesday, December 24 10am-2pm for your last minute shopping needs.

We have great stocking stuffers including all the Tim Holtz mini distress inks, gift cards, paper pads and more!

In case you missed it, here are our holiday hours for the next couple of weeks.

Keep smilin'.....we are almost there!

Kim

Wrap it Up!

I don't know about you, but I only JUST began wrapping a couple of gifts last night.  It was after my daughter said "Mom, it's weird, all the trees on tv have tons of presents under them and we only have one and it's from me to you!"  Talk about guilt.  Ha.  I swear that girl is my personal assistant and keeps me on the ball reminding me things to do and things coming up....and she's only 8!

Well if you are like me, you are in luck!  The Paper Pickle has some great gift boxes ready for some crafty business.  Add ribbon, burlap, washi tape, twine paper are more to these gorgeous kraft boxes in sizes 6x6, 8x8 and 12x12.  We also brought in an adorable pink giftalicious box with comes complete with tag and ribbon. These boxes are Santa approved and sure to keep your most precious gifts safe!

Keep smilin'....

Kim

PS....did you see we will be open this Monday (10-5), Tuesday (10-5) and Wednesday (10-2)?  Let your people know so they can pop in for a gift card or we can help them surprise you with new goodies as there have been quite a few deliveries over the last week!

Holiday HoursI

Oh wow!  You guys having some pretty busy days?  Me too.  The crazy part is that I feel calm.  I still have a lot to do but the critical gifts are bought (aka kids and hubby) and a few must do things are now done so that is awesome and maybe the reason for the calm!  I will share with you the fun I have had over the last couple of days in very near future posts!

So have a look at our holiday hours above.  We will be open this week business as usual (Wednesday-Friday 10am-5:30pm and Saturday 10am-3pm and Sunday closed).  We will also be open THIS Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday for any last minute gift cards, gifts, goodies, supplies and more!

If you know of any brides who are in town over the holidays and would like to discuss wedding stationery, please feel free to pass on my email address (thepaperpickle@gmail.com) and I would be happy to try to accommodate them!

The holidays are almost here.  I hope you are taking some time to relax and soak it all in!

Kim

CHA - Here I Come!

Happy Holidays everyone!  Hope Santa was good to you.  I must have been pretty good this year, because I got absolutely spoiled!

CHA Baby!
Now that the flights are confirmed and the hotel is booked, I am thrilled to share my EXCITING news with you!  I will be attending THE show of all shows in 2014 - The Craft and Hobby Associations (CHA) Winter Show!  This is where all the craft related companies gather to promote their latest offerings!  It has been 5 years since I last attended with Kell and stocked Paris Hilton....why?  Seriously.  Why?  Let's just say I get a little star stuck!  Ha!  This year, I plan on stocking Tim Holtz and making him promise to visit us in Chatham!  Anyone want to place some bets?  I truly believe that positive thoughts will make this happen.  2014 is going to be a good year and big things are going to happen!  I can feel it!

Well 2013 is not over and there is still time to stop by The Pickle if you are looking for a little creative inspiration and something fun to do on your day off!

Here are our store hours over the next week or so:
Friday, December 27 - 10am-5pm
Saturday, December 28 - 9:30am-3pm
December 29 - January 1 - CLOSED
Regular store hours to resume January 2nd!
Thursday, January 2 - 10am-5pm (no more late night shopping....sorry!)
Friday, January 3 - 10am-5pm
Saturday, January 4 - 9:30am-3pm

Three Days to Shop The Pickle!

Ok. How you doing?  Running the race or taking time to enjoy the season?  I must admit I am somewhere in between and I am fine with that.  Tonight "It's a Wonderful Life" is on the agenda and this will help to put it all in perspective for me. Love that movie. 

So did you get your hints in about Paper Pickle gift cards?  There are still THREE days to shop The Pickle before Christmas. 

Saturday December 21 - 9:30-3

Monday December 23 - 10-1

Tuesday December 24 - 10-1

Dekoko's is also open for your shopping convenience and they have great stocking stuffers including signature teas, only the most amazing caramels you have ever tasted and Doctor Who mugs and ornaments!

Keep calm and carry on people. 

Kim 

Tag Love

My tag for the tag swap

I know I say this all the time but seriously, I am in love!  Nothing brings me more joy than creating and designing with paper.  The other night I took the time to slow down (which you know is hard for me!) and enjoy the season and the hobby.  It was exactly what I needed.  I am now re-energized and ready to take on the world!

Tag Swap (What a Joy!)

As you know we had a fun little event at the store where 12 people created 12 tags to be swapped with the other participants.  What I thought was THE coolest part of the event was seeing all the different creations.  Decisions on theme (ie. snowflakes, religious, snowman, santa, etc.), colour (traditional or not) and size where all factors in the final design.  I will not show you all the tags just yet as the majority of the tags have not yet been picked up (I hate to ruin the surprise!).  I do plan on sharing these designs so you can see how wonderful ALL the tags were!  I am SO proud of all my girls!

My Tag

You can see my finished product at the top of this post.  I was thrilled with how it turned out!  

MFT - Stitched Stocking Clear Set
May I add that this polymer from MFT stamps amazingly clear!

I must admit that I used scrap pieces of paper from my Craft-Tea Time project (seriously, it is a crime to through out these lovelies).  I must also admit that the final result was not exactly as I had orginally planned (this was a given).  The original plan was to include a popped out stocking from this amazing MFT Set of stamps with a sentiment...maybe.  I started "playing" and I just wasn't feeling it.  It seemed a little too "cute-sy" for me.  

I used the spool in the middle.  We also have the chubbier minis in stock!

I also KNEW I had to incorporate the unbelievable amazing wooden mini spools from Maya Road.  I have been eyeing these babies since they came in but did not know where or when I would put them to use.  They paired beautifully with the Stitched Sentiments stamp set.

Here is my tag without all the extra goodies!

So next thing you know, I stamped the sentiment and it JUST fit!  It was like it was meant to be.  I then chose the word "Joy" as it has been my theme word of 2013.  I like how they have given you other words like "peace" or "love" and have included them as separate stamps in the set.

The cheese cloth was a happy accident.  I ran out of my original choice (yarn) so I scrambled to find an alternative.  I absolutely LOVE how the cheese cloth added to the rustic feel of the tag. The rich coloured seam binding and natural twine (available at The Pickle) finished the look in my mind.

So what do you think?  These make me so happy.  And yes, the first thing I did this morning when I woke up was admire them!  Ha.  Nerd.

Christmas Hours

So I better tell you guys what I am planning for the next couple of weeks.  And better yet, please share with your loved ones just in case they were planning on getting you a fabulous gift like a gift card from The Paper Pickle!  Just print this schedule out and leave it in a NOT so subtle location!  

Here are our hours.  If you need anything on the days I am not open (excluding Christmas and Boxing Day oh and maybe New Year's Day) please email me and I will see if I can accommodate you!

This week business as usual at The Paper Pickle!

Next week....

Monday, December 23 - 10-1

Tuesday, December 24 - 10-1

Wednesday, December 25 - CLOSED

Thursday, December 26 - CLOSED

Friday, December 27 - 10-5

Saturday December 28 - 9:30-3

Sunday, December 29 - Wednesday, January 1 - CLOSED

With regular store hours resuming ....Thursday, January 2 - 10-5

Friday, January 3 - 10-5

Saturday, January 4 - 9:30-3

See you soon!

Kim

Store Hours for the rest of this week:

Thursday 10-8 (late night shopping - last of the year.  This will not return until market nights)

Friday 10-5

Saturday 9:30-3

FRIDAY'S Pop QUIZ

I don't know what it is with bird comics these days but here is another little funny for you. 

So today's quiz is "What store is NOW open on FRIDAYS for the month of November & December?"  That's right. The Paper Pickle is open from 10am-3pm on Fridays!

You are SO smart!  Hope to see you soon. 

Kim

Pop Quiz!

Good morning!  Just a little pop quiz to see if you were paying attention to yesterday's BLOG POST!  Ok.  No cheating!  So what store is now open late on Thursdays for the month of NOVEMBER & DECEMBER?  Think you got it?  Scroll down to see the answer.

Keep going...

Almost there...

Answer:  The Paper Pickle Company!  Your favourite and most dill-ightful paper crafting store is open Thursdays from 10am-8pm!  Dekoko's is also open so pop in for a warm drink and get inspired!

Yes.  I do know I am a nerd!  Ha.

Kim

Class Updates, Extended Holiday Hours, Open House and Other Business

Oh wow!  You guys really put an EXCLAMATION POINT on the title of my last post!  What did the title say?  "Classes - (finally they say)"?  Um.  Well, the date we put out there, filled up just like the ol' days!  And how nice to see some of our "old" customers returning to class!!  It made me smile when I checked messages and heard your voices!

Two NEW Dates for Classes

Soooo....based on the info above, we are now offering TWO more dates for Debbie's Christmas cards posted on October 31.  

• Wednesday, November 13 @ 5:45 - FULL
• Tuesday, November 19 @ 5:45pm - spots available
• Wednesday, November 27 @ 5:45pm - spots available

I have talked to most of you who were interested in the class and figured out the best day for you.  For those of you who spoke to me about classes on Saturday and we have not yet figured out the best date for you, please give the store a call (519.351.5220) to let us know what works with your schedule!

Extended Hours

Another suggestion that was brought forward was having extended hours (later in the evening and additional days).  You know I am a softy for you so let's do it!  And, what better time to try this out than during Christmas shopping season!?!

We will now be open:

• Wednesday 10am- 5pm (same)
• Thursday 10am-8pm (late night shopping for those of you who work 9-5)
• Friday 10am-5pm (open an EXTRA day of the week for your shopping convenience)
• Saturday 9:30am-3pm (same)

Christmas Open House

We are going to try something new this year.  Our Christmas Open House will be THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 28th 10am-8pm.  Some of you have missed our annual Christmas open house as it has always fallen on a Sunday.  I hope you will be able to attend this year!

We will be doing a joint Open House with Dekoko's!  There will be featured drinks, goodies, specials, LIVE music by Soundbox and more!  I will keep you posted as the date approaches!

New Product

New product has been flooding into the store these days!  Please note that I do not post every item that we get in....it would take me forever at the rate I am ordering these days!  I can tell you that there is tons of new washi tape in including Christmas designs from October Afternoon!  What great stocking stuffers or use it yourself to fasten a gift card or money into a card!

A couple of other lines that have got me really excited are from Webster's Pages.  Check out Recorded and Family Tradition's.  I have brought in 12x12 Collection Packs, 6x6 Pads and a select number of loose 12x12 sheets.  Here's a little teaser for you...

Why not stop in and see what else you can find!?!  Have a fabulous day!

Kim

Gift Certificates and Holiday Hours

Oh my!  Are we getting close to the BIG day or what?  The kiddies are getting so excited.  We had one Christmas concert last night for the Montessori school (was it ever adorable with the kids doing Irish dance and playing 'We wish you a merry Christmas' using only bells!).  Tomorrow is another Christmas concert.  Julia gets to play Mary!  I was so excited when I heard and then asked the girl how she was chosen.  She said it was because she told the teacher she had a blue dress!  Ha!  Well she does but not exactly right so we had to improvise by cutting one of hubby's dress shirts!  Don't tell!

Gift Certificates
I know many of you know this already, but The Paper Pickle does offer gift certificates starting at $10 (in $5 increments).  You can stop by the store during our store hours to grab one or email me at thepaperpickle@gmail.com and I can get that ready for you and meet at an alternate time!  Yes....it's that easy!

Holiday Hours
Just wanted to let you know the hours of the Pickle over the next couple weeks:

Wednesday December 19 - 10am-5pm
Thursday December 20 - 10am-4pm
Saturday December 22 - 9am-3pm
Monday December 24 - 10am-1pm
Thursday December 27 - 10am-4pm
Saturday December 29 - 9am-3pm
With regular Store Hours resuming the first week of January.

We will continue to be open Wednesdays (10am-5pm), Thursdays (10am-4pm) and Saturdays (9am-3pm) until advised otherwise.  I think you guys are liking these hours so why change it!?!

I will leave you with a little teaser.  I want you to be the first to know.....there is a brand new bakery in town!  I will be posting details in the next day about how you can get these amazing little treats!

K

Holiday Hours

Merry Christmas everyone!  Hope Santa was good to you.  Honestly, can you believe it is all over?!?  It always comes and goes so quickly.

I will have shortened hours this week so I can spend a little extra time at home with the kiddies.

Holiday Hours are:

Tuesday - Friday 10-4pm
Saturday - 10-2pm

See you soon....Kim

Christmas Hours

Hello everyone!  Are you ready for the big Ho Ho?!?  I hope Santa is good to you this year!  And thank you SO much to all of you that dropped off cards and other goodies.....we are so spoiled here at The Paper Pickle!

In case you were wondering, here are our hours over the next couple weeks....

Christmas Hours
Friday, December 24............10am to 2pm
Saturday, December 25........CLOSED
Sunday, December 26..........CLOSED
Monday, December 27.........CLOSED
Tuesday, December 28.........10am to 5pm
Wednesday, December 29....10am to 5pm
Thursday, December 30........10am to 5pm
Friday, December 31............CLOSED

Regular store hours to resume Tuesday, January 4th.

Open LATE Fridays!

Well hello there!  How have you been?  It seems like it has been a while since we've chatted!  It has been so wild here on Fourth Street over the last two weeks.  Construction has really put a damper on things (boo!).  I am pleased to tell you that parking is once again available on our road!  Also, did you know that the Municipal Lots in downtown Chatham have 3 hour FREE parking at all their metered lots? 

OPEN LATE FRIDAYS!
You asked and I actually listened....ha!  For the next three Fridays (December 3, 10, 17), enjoy EXTENDED shopping hours.  The store will be open from 10am-7:30pm.  Pop by after dinner and say hi!

Product Updates


Basic Grey Sizzix Folders

 So I have been busy ordering as usual!  Here are a few of the new goodies in the store:
 

Jillibean Soup Paper




• Jillibean Soup - Christmas Papers!  They are SOO adorable on the kraft paper!  I also brought in the little boy line called New England Chowder
• Smooch Spritz - LOTS of new colours to fall in love with
• Sizzix Embosing Folders - did you know they teamed up with Basic Grey?  You should see the new Christmas folders in stock!
• Spellbinders - The 2010 Snowflake Pendant in back in stock as well as many of the new ones.  They are so HOT right now.  Definitely a must for any paper crafter's stocking!


• Prima Flowers - We brought in some great multi-colour packs as well as cream multi-size packs that can be dyed to match any project you're working on
• Webster's Pages - Rose ribbon in 9 different colours

Scrapbook & Cards Today Magazine

The magazine is in stock and available for FREE to anyone spending a minimum of $20.  Quantities are limited so don't miss out!

Happy Canada Day!

I just wanted to let everyone know that we will be closed THIS Thursday (July 1st) for Canada Day. I hope everyone has a chance to get out and enjoy the day!

Holiday Hours

Just wanted to let you guys now when we will be open over the holidays. Here is the run down...

Monday, December 22.....Just call, we will most likely be there but no real, set hours (just in case we have to run around for last minute items!)
Tuesday, December 23.........10am to 530pm
Wednesday, December 24....10am to 4pm
Thursday, December 25........CLOSED
Friday, December 26............CLOSED
Saturday, December 27........CLOSED
Sunday, December 28..........CLOSED
Monday, December 29..........CLOSED
Tuesday, December 30.........10am to 530pm
Wednesday, December 31....10am to 3pm
Thursday, January 1.............CLOSED
Friday, January 2.................10am to 530pm (regular store hours resume)


We would like to wish everyone a very peaceful and enjoyable holiday season and only the best in 2009! Look forward to LOTS of excitement at the pickle in 2009!