Brand NEW Memory Box ETC....Whoot! Whoot!

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Good morning, Chatham.  We've got great new Memory Box, Spellbinder, and Impression Obsession dies!  A bunch arrived this week, with more expected next week.  These new releases have been incredible and I just HAD to bring them to The Pickle.  Here are just a few of the awesome new dies!!

Fairyland Butterflies

Steampunk Corner

Stop in today to have a look.  We are open from 10am-3pm.

Hope you are having a great weekend.
Kim

All that Glitters.....

My mason jar made I showed off at The Wedding Show

...is gold!  Oh gold.  Beautiful gold.  Anyone else a gold girl like me?  It is SOOO pretty.  And have you fellow gold girls been noticing the latest trend?  Gold is everywhere and I'm loving it!  From fashion to home decor to paper crafting!  It is the perfect compliment to any ordinary item.  Look how the gold flake gave a mason jar an almost regal appearance.

I took on another project the night before the Chatham-Kent Wedding Show (hey, why not?)  Have a look at this Kaisercraft MDF cut-out..... in gold!  It is almost 3' in length and I knew it would give our booth that perfect touch.  Can't you see this on a dessert bar table at a wedding?  Or have a look at it as a prop in a photo...

 I told the kids they had to help me with my blog post this week.  They are always such good sports.

Closer look

Here is a closer look that shows how beautiful the gold flake can be.  You will notice that I added some foil washi tape to finish the base of the project.  I love the gold honeycomb design with the gold flake.

How to: 

Adding gold flake to your next project is very simple if you use the right product.  The secret ingredient....

US Art Quest's Duo Adhesive

The Duo adhesive is THE glue to use and makes addition of gold flake fool proof.  It "stays open until it is closed".  This means you apply a thin layer to your next project using a foam or paint brush and then you leave it to dry.  It is ready to use once it turns white to clear.  The gold flake will stick to the project 15 minutes after applied, 1 hours after applied, etc.  It is like it is waiting for you.  And don't let the small bottle fool you....a little goes a long way!

Here is what gold flake looks like.  It comes in a bag and you basically just "smash" it on your project. The excess gets brushed away using a textured sponge or stipple brush to use on future projects. 

Here is a video from Susan of US Art Quest showing how you use her product....

So what do you think?  Are you in love with gold too and ready to take on some projects of your own?

Kim

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

Wedding Show - Sweet Success

We are True to Ourselves...

Well that was quite the week!  Jen and I were busy prepping for the Chatham-Kent Wedding Show which took place on Saturday at The Bradley Centre.  Thank YOU to the girls who stopped by the booth to share your "Bride Style"!  It's so funny but three years ago I joked and said if you are looking for The Paper Pickle booth, look for the one with wood and burlap, NOT satin and rhinestones.  When you looked around the Bradley in 2015, you saw lots and lots of burlap, antiques and that gorgeous rustic look.  This is by far the hottest wedding trend out there these days.  Hey.  What can I say?  We KNOW what we like.  We keep with OUR style and NEVER imitate.  We're just cool like that....♥

We Listen...

And that's not to say that "rustic" is the ONLY thing we do!  We have always been about listening to our customers and designing something that suits THEIR style and THEIR vision.  We are creative by nature and can execute your ideas timely and professionally. 

We DO Sweat the Small Stuff...

To us, life's details matter.  We care about whether you think the invite looks better with square or rounded corners.  We care to know if glitter suits YOUR style (hey, not all girls are glitter girls!) and don't go shaking it around unless you tell us too!  They may all seem like "little" things, but, to us, all of these little details do matter to the overall look.  It is OUR goal for you to be 100% happy with our designs.

We Celebrate...

So what do you think?  The booth came together even better than I had planned in my mind!  I wish I could give you a few more detailed shots but the photographers has run across the pond and will not be getting our pictures any time soon.  These overall views of the booth will give you a nice flavour for what we displayed.  I am very pleased and think our hard work showed!

We work TOGETHER...

This year's booth showcased how well Jen's baking and my stationery designs come together to create one seamless vision for your next event.  And your next event does not have to be a wedding!  We love to create custom designs for anniversaries, birthdays, retirements and more!  Make an appointment with us and tell us your ideas.  We will make your vision come to LIFE!

Weddingstar Orders are always Welcome!

I also wanted to focus on my Weddingstar offerings.  This company is amazing and has thousands of products that would add to any party!  Check out those hot are balloons!  I am in love!  All of these items including:  favours, printed paper napkins, ring pillows, champagne flutes, etc. can all be ordered in and take approximately one week to come in (as long as they are not back ordered).  I offer 13% off ALL orders and no additional shipping!  Click the link above and see what could brighten up your next party.

Kim

Store Hours

Wed - Fri - 10am-5pm

Sat - 10am-3pm

New CLASS Alert & Wedding Show

Debbie's Mixed Media Class

Classes are back!  We are thrilled to offer TWO opportunities for you to enjoy a night out with your fellow paper crafters while learning and creating beautiful projects!

Mixed Media by Debbie

A closer look at the details

Debbie has created a beautiful 8x10 mixed media project perfect for this time of the year.  The project is designed on a gorgeous wood wall panel which has a wooden front and wooden sides and is sure to hold its form.  It is perfect for hanging or set on a side table.

This mixed media class is great for all levels of crafters.  You will learn some of the basics of mixed media including working with gesso for priming, working with paper and collage work, working with rub-ons, stamps, embossing paste and more.  You must come in and have a look at this project in person. Debbie has achieved a project with many layers of creativity.  The longer you look, the more you see!

Date:  Wednesday, January 28th

Time:  5:45-8pm

Cost:  $25+hst (price includes a Homebaked Kitchen cupcake of your choice!)

Required Supplies:  good scissors

Suggested Supplies (please bring if you have them):  a heat gun or hair dryer to speed drying process, black brush pigma pen

Three Cards by Kim

Card 1 - Pretty Bird
Work with rub-ons, background stamps, washi tape, pencils and more.

Card 2 - Rustic Floral
Work with embossing paste, distress inks, vellum, stamps and more.

Card 3 - Pretty Heart
Design with various dies, washi tape and well, that's about it.  Ha.

I am very excited to be teaching again this year!  These cards are beautiful for any occasion but can certainly be used for Valentine's Day.

Date:  Thursday, February 5th
Time:  5:45-8pm
Cost:  $22+hst (the price includes a Homebaked Kitchen cupcake of your choice)
Required Supplies:  adhesive, good scissors
Suggested Supplies (only bring if you have these):  ruler and coloured pencils

How to Register
If you are interested in the classes above, you can call the store to reserve a spot (519-351-5220) and/or you can come in to register in person.  Payment is required within 48 hours of registering.  If you are unable to make the class, it is your responsibility to find a  replacement.  Thank you for understanding.

Wedding Show

Just wanted to let you know that Jen and I will be attending the 2015 wedding show THIS Saturday at The Bradley Centre.  If you know of anyone who is getting married, please forward on this information.  If you are getting married, come and chat with us at the  show!  We would love to hear your ideas and work with you to make your vision come to life!

Hope to see you soon.
Kim

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

NEW! NEW! NEW!

Wish I had better lighting to show you how soft and pretty this card is.
I truly could not WAIT to work with these new MB Dies.
I'll bring it to the store this morning for ya!

 It has been a busy couple of days checking and receiving all the new product that has arrived!  Scrapbookers will be thrilled to see the new Dear Lizzy, Project Life, Heidi Swapp and Teresa Collins lines!  Thanks to the amazing requests from a few customers, we now have these pretties at The Pickle!!

Here is a little look....

The card makers will be wowed to see the January Memory Box dies IN STORE already!!  There are 18 new dies as well as some favourite re-orders.  There are also a few new stencils.

This latest release was a good one with a little bit of everything from florals to hearts, tractors to fun design elements.

Stop in and have a little look.  While you're at it, check out Homebaked Kitchen's new cupcake flavours:  mocha and snickerdoodle.  Jen also has her famous salted nut bar which I must admit is the family's all time favourite!

See you soon!!

Kim