Going out of Buissness Sale & selling all Fixtures

We are Selling All of Our Fixtures and Paper Racks

Since we will be closing by the end of this month, Eclectica will be selling our fixtures and paper racks.

We have 2 different kinds of paper racks. One is a single rack that has 24 slots for paper. These racks are being sold for $65 each. The second is a shorter rack that has 12 slots for paper. These racks are constructed so they can be used as a single rack with 12 slots or stacked to allow 24 slots for paper. These racks are being sold for $35 each. Your payment reserves your racks and we will call you as soon as they are ready to be picked up. To pay for paper racks, come into the store or call us with a charge card number.

We are also selling all of our fixtures, acrylic trays, display racks, hooks, acrylic page holders, etc. We are even selling our refrigerator and our stove! If you are interested in any of the items, come take a look or call us for a price if you know exactly what you are interested in. As with the paper racks, your payment reserves your items and we will call as soon as they are available for pickup.

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30% off All Merchandise Yes, we have started our going out of business sale. All merchandise with the exception of fixtures, kits and class sign-ups is 30% off. It's a great time to get some of those things you have had your eye on or to stock up on some basics. Fair warning, we are already out of some things and beginning to run out of a lot of other things so shop early for the best selection. We are no longer stamping or redeeming frequent buyer cards and are no longer accepting coupons of any kind. Beginning on Monday, October 1 all sales will be final. There will be no exchanges or refunds of any kind. Also beginning October 1, minimum puchases on a credit card will be $10. We will do our best to help with phone orders, but we can only do this if salespeople are not currently working with customers in the store.

Don't miss Mary's last Coptic card class at Eclectica

Cards with Copics All New Cards
Monday, October 1 at 6:00 PM
$15
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Monday, October 1st, Mary will teach her last Cards with Copics class at Eclectica. She will be using Northwoods Fall themed stamps to make 2 great cards. This is a great opportunity for anyone who has taken a basic, introductory Copic marker class. Pariticipants will have the opportunity to practice their blending and shading techniques and will be learning some new shading and blending techniques.

To sign up for this class, simply come into Eclectica or call us at (901) 377-0730.

New NorthWood Stamps and only 3 more days for frequent shopper cards!

New Winter Northwoods Stamps

We just received a box of brand new winter themed stamps from Northwoods and they are beautiful! Lots of trees, birds and snow!


Only 3 Days Remaining to Stamp and Redeem Frequent Shopper Cards

Please keep in mind that we will be stamping and redeeming frequent shopper cards for only 3 more days, through Sunday, September 30. Beginning Monday, October 1, we will no longer stamp or redeem frequent buyer cards. As of Monday, October 1, we will also no longer accept coupons from the CitiSaver Coupon Book.

The Time Has Come to Say Goodbye

The Time Has Come to Say Goodbye....


I grew up with parents who worked in retail their entire lives and as I saw the trials and tribulations that they incurred I said that I would never go into retail. Just goes to show you that you should never say never. I certainly ate those words when we opened Eclectica 8 years ago. Our goal was to have a store that fostered creativity through customer service as well as the products and classes that we offered. We hoped to create an environment where people felt at home, a place where people loved to come to learn, to share and to shop. I truly believe that we have accomplished our goals. Over the last 8 years, I believe that we haved offered classes with outstanding instructors, some local, some visiting instructors from out of town. Creativity has run rampant at Eclectica. We have offered a wide variety of products from the best vendors in the industry. If we didn't have what you wanted, we got it for you if it was at all possible. Yes, we have accomplished our goals. I believe that we have even made a lot of new friends along the way.

I used to look at messages from store owners who decided to close their stores and would think, how can they do that? I now know. The answer is that in your heart and soul, you just know that the time is right. It's not that you love what you are doing any less. It's just that you know it's time to move on to do other things. Over the last 8 years, we have expanded our lease several times. Our current lease will expire on October 31. I have thought long and hard about renewing our lease but the truth is, it's time for me to say goodbye to Eclectica. There are so many things that I still want to do in this lifetime and let's face it, I'm not a young woman anymore. The past 8 years have been amazing and I would like to thank all of you for allowing us to be a part of your lives.

PLEASE NOTE:


We will be stamping and redeeming frequent shopper cards through Sunday, September 30. Beginning Monday, October 1, we will no longer stamp or redeem frequent shopper cards.



We are no longer accepting special orders.



We will continue to accept credit cards and gift cards until we close, but will not accept checks after October 10.



We will begin our inventory reduction sale on Monday, October 1.

NEW Graphic 45 and Much more at Eclectica!

More New Merchandise at Eclectica

It seems like we have waited forever for the new Graphic 45 and the new Echo Park and they are finally here!

Graphic 45 includes the entire collections of Bird Song and Nutcracker Sweet, individual papers, 12x12 and 8x8 paper pads, sticker sheets, chipboard embellishments and cling stamp sets. We also received their new metal collection which includes door pulls, label holders, keys and key holes. Last but certainly not least, they have released an 8x8 and 12x12 Kraftboard Easel Album and Altered Art Matchbook Boxes. So much to choose from!!!

We also received the For the Record 2 collection from Echo Park: 24 new papers in great new colors.

We are so excited to have also received the new Northwoods Christmas board. The stamps are absolutely beautiful.

Graphic 45: Nutcracker sweet and Song Bird 

  Graphic 45: Easel Albums and Matchbook boxes

Graphic45: Metal Staples

 

Echo Park: for the Record 2

Imaginisce: Christmas Cheer

Authentique: Peaceful

 

NorthWood Stamps: New Christmas release

 

 

 

September Class Schedule and Events at Eclectica

Jen Starr Returns!

We are so excited to have Jen Starr, a Mixed Media Artist & Instructor returning to Eclectica to teach 3 classes on Saturday, September 29th. Jen is a certified Ranger Educator, Certified Copic Designer and a Tattered Angels Golden Ambassador Certified Educator and Designer.

Life is Beautiful Gate Book
Saturday, September 29 at 10:00 AM -- $45                                                                 Instructor: Jen Starr
In this class you will learn some creative mixed media techniques to help make your projects as beautiful as your life! We’ll be working with die cut elements from both Time Holtz and Memory Box, Distress Inks (including the limited edition colors), Gesso, Crafter’s Workshop Templates from the fabulous Dyan Reavely and some of my favorite Glimmer Mist colors in this year’s Spring/Summer Limited editions that I designed for Tattered Angels…plus many more fun things will be incorporated throughout the book.  This is an 8x9” chipboard gate book with flipping and folding interactive pages inside…SO much fun!! Focus will be on inky techniques and book construction. Along with your basic tool kit, please bring a scoring tool for folds, a heat gun if you have one, strong adhesive such as Glossy Accents or red tape, scissors, and a roll of paper towels. Please note: Title is not included so you will be able to make it any theme you want. This class is approximately 3 hours in length.

Texturized Cards
Saturday, September 29 at 2:00 PM -- $35                                                               Instructor: Jen Starr
Cards are not only fun to create but a great way to learn a variety of techniques on small and individual works of art! You will make 4 different 6x6” cards in this class focusing on elements that will add texture and interest…and of course we will be altering these items with lots of Ranger inks, stamps, embossing powders and more! If you are strictly a scrapbooker and don’t make cards, the techniques and designs you make in class could also be incorporated into a mini-book. I promise I won’t be insultedJ. Along with your basic tool kit please bring a heat gun, sewing needle with a larger eye (tapestry needle is fine), Ink blending tool and blending foam if you have one. This class is approximately 3 hours in length.

Steampunk Montage
Saturday, September 29 at 6:00 PM -- $45                                                               Instructor: Jen Starr
No one develops product to create that vintage and steampunk effect better than Tim Holtz so we will be using lots of “Timspiration” to “Holtzify” this fun project (sorry, I couldn’t help it) ! In this class you will create a double 8x10” canvas panel wall hanging full of texture, inks, stamps, Idea-ology, Sizzix dies, UTEE, etc…but most of all we will focus on techniques! Along with your basic tool kit please bring a Cropadile or Big Bite if you have one, Heat gun, sanding block or sand paper and strong adhesive such as Glossy Accents, Ink Blending tool with blending foam if you have one. This class is approximately 2-3 hours in length.

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Save the Date! Owl Fight-4 You – Charity Event for Ovarian Cancer Friday & Saturday, October 12 & 13 from 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM -- $85 Join us and be a part of this fantastic charity event to raise monies for Ovarian Cancer. The crop package includes a Goodie Bag, T-Shirt, dinners, snacks, drinks, door prizes, at least 3 feet of scrapbooking space, and access to store AccuCut machine. Hourly Door Prizes will be given each day! There will be a Silent Auction table with items donated by those attending the crop. All the monies raised from the Silent Auction will go directly to the charity. $50 of your crop fee goes directly to charity that we are helping for this event. Although Eclectica is not sponsoring this private crop, we are honored to offer our facilities for such a worthy cause. Thanks in advance for your participation. Please contact Deonna Riegler at deonnariegler@gmail or check out our blog for information at http://www.owlfight4you.com  September Class Calendar     Scrapbooking 101 Thursday, September 6 at 6:30 PM -- $10 Instructor: Jodi Are you intrigued by the scrapbooking phenomena? Do you want to see if it is right for you before you take the plunge?  This class offers everything you need to know to get started scrapbooking. This class covers the basics – tools, adhesives, albums, etc. We will let you test drive different tools and adhesives so you can make an informed decision when you invest in the things you need to make your memories last forever.  Bring 4-6 photos of any one event or theme and we’ll walk you through your first 12x12 layout. Teal Crop Saturday, September 8 from 10AM - 8PM -- $30 Join us and be a part of this fantastic charity event to raise monies for the Ovarian Cancer Awareness Foundation (OCAF).  As a participant you will receive dinner (pizza & salad) along with three (3) drink tickets, snacks, dessert & a goody bag. There will also be door prizes!  You must reserve your spot in advance. Please contact Leisa Callahan by email (leisa132000@yahoo.com), or call at 901 338-0986 for reservations.  Although Eclectica is not sponsoring this private crop, we are honored to offer our facilities for such a worthy cause. All proceeds go directly to OCAF. Thanks in advance for your participation. Introduction to Copics Monday, September 10 at 6:00 PM -- $15 Instructor: Mary Have you ever been curious about all those Copics Markers at the front of the store?  Why are there so many?  How do I know what colors to use to blend?  Satisfy that curiosity by taking the Introduction to Copic Markers class.  In this Introduction to Copic Markers class, Mary teaches the basics of caring for your markers, explains the Copic color system and how to select the best papers and inks to use with your markers. Class participants learn basic techniques in order to blend and shade effortlessly. Introduction to Copic Markers is perfect for those curious about this great coloring product and for those wanting to try the markers before making a purchase.  You will love how easy it is to be successful with these markers.  You will leave class with two completed cards and the ability to create more. Please note: You will need to bring your basic tool kit to class. *** As a special bonus to the students taking this class, Eclectica will give you a 10% discount off the purchase of Copic Markers the day of the class only. This discount cannot be combined with any other discounts.   Happy Haunting Stacked Hinge Mini Book Wednesday, September 12 at 10:30 AM -- $30 Instructor: Marsha Fall is on the way which means Halloween is almost here! Join Marsha as she instructs you in making this adorable Halloween stacked hinge mini book.  You will be using Graphic 45’s, Happy Haunting paper collection.  Please note: Along with your basic tool kit, please bring a strong liquid glue and sharp detail scissors for lots of “fussy cutting” This is a workshop length class. Bring your lunch or a snack to eat during the break. Class is limited to 10 students, please sign up early and reserve your spot! 3-D Quilling Saturday, September 15 at 1:30 PM -- $15 Instructor: Tracey In this class Tracey will show you how to take paper quilling strips to a whole new level, creating a 3D strawberry trinket box - completely out of paper. These little boxes are simply adorable and would make a wonderful gift for the upcoming holidays. You'll leave this class with a completed strawberry box, printed instructions so you can recreate this cute box, and tips on how to create other quilled 3D elements out of the different sized paper strips. Please note: Along with your basic tool kit, please bring a slotted quilling tool and your favorite liquid adhesive glue.   Saturday Night Layouts (SNL) Saturday, September 15 from 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM -- $29 Instructors: Rhonda & Chelsea Brought to you live from Eclectica Scrapbooks & Stamps, it's Saturday Night Layouts!! For this special night we bring you two of our very talented scrapbook instructors, Rhonda & Chelsea.  No holding back here, these girls have got talent and you will be amazed at the layouts and ideas you leave class with.You will be taking a small break, so be sure and bring yourself a snack to keep your energy level going!  Themes this month include: Family Portrait, Then & Now, School Days, Sunshine, Celebrate Good Times and Life Is. You will leave class with 2 double page layouts and 4 single page layouts completed and ready to add your photos.  Please note: Your basic tool kit is needed for class, as well as pop dots and glue dots. ***Sign up EARLY so you will not miss this popular class! The class is limited to 16 students. This class will be closing sign-ups 48 hours in advance to ensure proper prep time.  Once the class has closed, we will no longer accept sign-ups. No exceptions! Cards with Copics – All New Cards! Monday, September 17 at 6:00 PM -- $15 Instructor: Mary After completing the Introduction to Copics (or an equivalent class) you will find this class enjoyable and the perfect way to increase your Copic skills! You will be able to practice the techniques that you learned in the Intro class as you learn new shading and blending techniques to use to enhance your creativity. Even though this is a monthly class, you will make two different cards each month.  One of the cards this month will be a Jack-O-Lantern on the doorsteps.  Fall and Halloween are approaching.  Be ready!  Please note: Your basic tool kit is needed for class. A list of Copic markers to be used in class will be available after September 1 for those participants who choose to bring their own. 12-Hour Pizza Crop Saturday, September 22 from 10AM – 10PM -- $15 Join in us for our 12- hour pizza crop! We will be serving pizza for dinner and there will be plenty of soda and candy as well. You’ll have 12 hours of uninterrupted cropping. Bring all your supplies and we will provide you with plenty of working space, as well as use of our die cut center.You don’t have to be a scrapbooker to enjoy our crops. Bring your stamping and paper arts supplies and enjoy 12 hours of creative time. Drawings for prizes too! Life is Beautiful Gate Book Saturday, September 29 at 10:00 AM -- $45                                                                 Instructor: Jen Starr In this class you will learn some creative mixed media techniques to help make your projects as beautiful as your life! We’ll be working with die cut elements from both Time Holtz and Memory Box, Distress Inks (including the limited edition colors), Gesso, Crafter’s Workshop Templates from the fabulous Dyan Reavely and some of my favorite Glimmer Mist colors in this year’s Spring/Summer Limited editions that I designed for Tattered Angels…plus many more fun things will be incorporated throughout the book.  This is an 8x9” chipboard gate book with flipping and folding interactive pages inside…SO much fun!! Focus will be on inky techniques and book construction. Along with your basic tool kit, please bring a scoring tool for folds, a heat gun if you have one, strong adhesive such as Glossy Accents or red tape, scissors, and a roll of paper towels. Please note: Title is not included so you will be able to make it any theme you want. This class is approximately 3 hours in length. Texturized Cards Saturday, September 29 at 2:00 PM -- $35                                                               Instructor: Jen Starr Cards are not only fun to create but a great way to learn a variety of techniques on small and individual works of art! You will make 4 different 6x6” cards in this class focusing on elements that will add texture and interest…and of course we will be altering these items with lots of Ranger inks, stamps, embossing powders and more! If you are strictly a scrapbooker and don’t make cards, the techniques and designs you make in class could also be incorporated into a mini-book. I promise I won’t be insultedJ. Along with your basic tool kit please bring a heat gun, sewing needle with a larger eye (tapestry needle is fine), Ink blending tool and blending foam if you have one. This class is approximately 3 hours in length. Steampunk Montage Saturday, September 29 at 6:00 PM -- $45                                                               Instructor: Jen Starr No one develops product to create that vintage and steampunk effect better than Tim Holtz so we will be using lots of “Timspiration” to “Holtzify” this fun project (sorry, I couldn’t help it) ! In this class you will create a double 8x10” canvas panel wall hanging full of texture, inks, stamps, Idea-ology, Sizzix dies, UTEE, etc…but most of all we will focus on techniques! Along with your basic tool kit please bring a Cropadile or Big Bite if you have one, Heat gun, sanding block or sand paper and strong adhesive such as Glossy Accents, Ink Blending tool with blending foam if you have one. This class is approximately 2-3 hours in length.   Christmas Advent Calendar Sunday, September 30 at 1:30 PM -- $26 Instructor: Tara Counting down the days until Christmas will be a pure joy with this creative Advent Calendar. Using a metal tray and papers from Simple Stories Tara will guide you through the process of creating this truly artistic and interactive holiday decoration. The response to past years classes were so overwhelming that we have decided to run this class earlier. So join us to create this festive Advent Calendars for yourself or for a special person in your life. Make sure to sign up early, as this class is expected to sell out quickly!

Crop and Birthday Promotions at Eclectica this weekend

12 hr Pizza Crop
Saturday, August 25
10 AM - 10 PM
$15

Join us for our 12 hour Pizza Crop this coming Saturday, August 25. Drinks and candy will be provided throughout the day and we will have pizza for dinner. August is our birthday month, so there will be some surprises thrown in as well! To sign up, come into Eclectica or call us at (901) 377-0730.


 

8 Paper Lines on Sale For Our 8th Birthday

As part of our 8th birthday celebration weekend, there will have 8 different paper lines on sale and at discounts that are hard to pass up. That's right all of the open stock 12x12 paper in each of these lines will be on sale for 50% off the original price ( We are sorry that we cannot include collection packs or 6x6 pads).

*American Craft
*Prima
*Echo Park (excludes This and That 2 collection)
*We R Memory Keepers (excludes Halloween collection)
* SEI
*Authentique
*Little Yellow Bicycle
*Anna Griffin

Supplies are limited for some paper collections so shop early for the best selection. This promotion can not be combined with other offers and please remember that we stamp cards for regular priced merchandise only.

New Product here at Eclectica!

Tis the season for getting plenty of fall and winter themed paper lines here at Eclectica....so come in soon for best selections!

Authentique:  FESTIVE

 

October Afternoon: HOLIDAY STYLE

 Simple Stories: HANDMADE HOLIDAY

Simple Stories: Harvest Lane

Doodlebug: Halloween Manor

My Minds Eye: Lost and Found Halloween

 

September Class and Events Calendar

September Class Calendar

Scrapbooking 101
Thursday, September 6 at 6:30 PM -- $10
Instructor: Jodi
Are you intrigued by the scrapbooking phenomena? Do you want to see if it is right for you before you take the plunge?  This class offers everything you need to know to get started scrapbooking. This class covers the basics – tools, adhesives, albums, etc. We will let you test drive different tools and adhesives so you can make an informed decision when you invest in the things you need to make your memories last forever.  Bring 4-6 photos of any one event or theme and we’ll walk you through your first 12x12 layout.

Teal Crop

 Saturday, September 8 from 10AM - 8PM -- $30
Join us and be a part of this fantastic charity event to raise monies for the Ovarian Cancer Awareness Foundation (OCAF).  As a participant you will receive dinner (pizza & salad) along with three (3) drink tickets, snacks, dessert & a goody bag. There will also be door prizes!  You must reserve your spot in advance. Please contact Leisa Callahan by email (leisa132000@yahoo.com), or call at 901 338-0986 for reservations.  Although Eclectica is not sponsoring this private crop, we are honored to offer our facilities for such a worthy cause. All proceeds go directly to OCAF. Thanks in advance for your participation.

Introduction to Copics
Monday, September 10 at 6:00 PM -- $15
Instructor: Mary
Have you ever been curious about all those Copics Markers at the front of the store?  Why are there so many?  How do I know what colors to use to blend?  Satisfy that curiosity by taking the Introduction to Copic Markers class.  In this Introduction to Copic Markers class, Mary teaches the basics of caring for your markers, explains the Copic color system and how to select the best papers and inks to use with your markers. Class participants learn basic techniques in order to blend and shade effortlessly. Introduction to Copic Markers is perfect for those curious about this great coloring product and for those wanting to try the markers before making a purchase.  You will love how easy it is to be successful with these markers.  You will leave class with two completed cards and the ability to create more. Please note: You will need to bring your basic tool kit to class.
*** As a special bonus to the students taking this class, Eclectica will give you a 10% discount off the purchase of Copic Markers the day of the class only. This discount cannot be combined with any other discounts.
 
Happy Haunting Stacked Hinge Mini Book
Wednesday, September 12 at 10:30 AM -- $30
Instructor: Marsha
Fall is on the way which means Halloween is almost here! Join Marsha as she instructs you in making this adorable Halloween stacked hinge mini book.  You will be using Graphic 45’s, Happy Haunting paper collection.  Please note: Along with your basic tool kit, please bring a strong liquid glue and sharp detail scissors for lots of “fussy cutting” This is a workshop length class. Bring your lunch or a snack to eat during the break. Class is limited to 10 students, please sign up early and reserve your spot!

3-D Quilling
Saturday, September 15 at 1:30 PM -- $15
Instructor: Tracey
In this class Tracey will show you how to take paper quilling strips to a whole new level, creating a 3D strawberry trinket box - completely out of paper. These little boxes are simply adorable and would make a wonderful gift for the upcoming holidays. You'll leave this class with a completed strawberry box, printed instructions so you can recreate this cute box, and tips on how to create other quilled 3D elements out of the different sized paper strips. Please note: Along with your basic tool kit, please bring a slotted quilling tool and your favorite liquid adhesive glue. 

Saturday Night Layouts (SNL)
Saturday, September 15 from 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM -- $29
Instructors: Rhonda & Chelsea
Brought to you live from Eclectica Scrapbooks & Stamps, it's Saturday Night Layouts!! For this special night we bring you two of our very talented scrapbook instructors, Rhonda & Chelsea.  No holding back here, these girls have got talent and you will be amazed at the layouts and ideas you leave class with.You will be taking a small break, so be sure and bring yourself a snack to keep your energy level going!  Themes this month include: Family Portrait, Then & Now, School Days, Sunshine, Celebrate Good Times and Life Is. You will leave class with 2 double page layouts and 4 single page layouts completed and ready to add your photos.  Please note: Your basic tool kit is needed for class, as well as pop dots and glue dots.

***Sign up EARLY so you will not miss this popular class! The class is limited to 16 students. This class will be closing sign-ups 48 hours in advance to ensure proper prep time.  Once the class has closed, we will no longer accept sign-ups. No exceptions!

Cards with Copics – All New Cards!
Monday, September 17 at 6:00 PM -- $15
Instructor: Mary
After completing the Introduction to Copics (or an equivalent class) you will find this class enjoyable and the perfect way to increase your Copic skills! You will be able to practice the techniques that you learned in the Intro class as you learn new shading and blending techniques to use to enhance your creativity. Even though this is a monthly class, you will make two different cards each month.  One of the cards this month will be a Jack-O-Lantern on the doorsteps.  Fall and Halloween are approaching.  Be ready!  Please note: Your basic tool kit is needed for class. A list of Copic markers to be used in class will be available after September 1 for those participants who choose to bring their own.

12-Hour Pizza Crop
Saturday, September 22 from 10AM – 10PM -- $15
Join in us for our 12- hour pizza crop! We will be serving pizza for dinner and there will be plenty of soda and candy as well. You’ll have 12 hours of uninterrupted cropping. Bring all your supplies and we will provide you with plenty of working space, as well as use of our die cut center.You don’t have to be a scrapbooker to enjoy our crops. Bring your stamping and paper arts supplies and enjoy 12 hours of creative time. Drawings for prizes too!
 
Scrapbooking 101
Thursday, September 27 at 6:30 PM -- $10              
Instructor: Jodi
Are you intrigued by the scrapbooking phenomena? Do you want to see if it is right for you before you take the plunge?  This class offers everything you need to know to get started scrapbooking. This class covers the basics – tools, adhesives, albums, etc. We will let you test drive different tools and adhesives so you can make an informed decision when you invest in the things you need to make your memories last forever.  Bring 4-6 photos of any one event or theme and we’ll walk you through your first 12x12 layout.

Christmas Advent Calendar
Sunday, September 30 at 1:30 PM -- $26
Instructor: Tara
Counting down the days until Christmas will be a pure joy with this creative Advent Calendar. Using a metal tray and papers from Simple Stories Tara will guide you through the process of creating this truly artistic and interactive holiday decoration. The response to past years classes were so overwhelming that we have decided to run this class earlier. So join us to create this festive Advent Calendars for yourself or for a special person in your life. Make sure to sign up early, as this class is expected to sell out quickly!

Birthday Promotions & Stockroom Clean Up Sale at Eclectica

Our Birthday Promotions Continue This Weekend
Saturday, August 18 and Sunday, August 19

We promised you that the month of August would be filled with promotions to celebrate our 8th birthday, so the fun will continue this coming weekend. We hope you will join us!

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Stockroom Clean-Up Sale One Day Only Saturday, August 18 So our stockroom was a mess and Ellen decided to give it a good cleaning! What to do with all of that stuff? A Stockroom Clean-Up Sale, of course! You will not believe it! There was an incredible amount of stuff back there that we just don't need or use any more.Sample boards from stamp companies,gently used stamps, ink pads and tools and all kinds of embellishments. There are even some acrylic paper trays, folding chairs and computer printers. The best part for you is that they will be sold at great prices and the best part for us is that we will actually have some space in our stockroom again! Come bright and early for the best selection and please remember that this is a one day only sale. Frequent buyer cards will not be stamped for merchandise bought at our Stockroom Clean-Up Sale. The items sold for this sale are being sold as is and we will not be able to accept returns on these items, so choose wisely.

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Birthday Blowout Sale Saturday, August 18 and Sunday, August 19 Our stockroom clean-up sale will be one day only, but our Birthday Blowout Sale will be 2 days, Saturday and Sunday and there are some amazing bargains. *75% off Totally Cool Totes *75% off Tim Holtz District Market Totes *75% Pull=Ez Ribbon Storage Totes *75% off Inky Antics Print Paper *50% off My Favorite Things Clear Stamps *50% off Prima Print Paper (excludes 6x6 pads) *50% off Best Craft Organizer Ink Caddies *40% off All Glitter (excluding Stickles and Frantage Glitter) *40% off Adirondack Ink Pads *30% off Tim Holtz Distress Stickles *30% off Tim Holtz Dies Promotional pricing is good on in-stock merchandise only. These specials cannot be combined with other promotions. Frequent buyer cards are stamped on regular priced merchandise only.

This Sunday: Tara's Altered Purse Class

Altered Paper Mache Purse

Sunday, August 19 at 1:30 PM -- $30

Instructor: Tara

 

Tara will teach you how to take a bland paper Mache purse and turn it into a fashionable handbag that is boutique quality to carry with you or to sit and hold your favorite goodies. Perfect for the home, office or on the go! Crafters of all levels are welcome. Tara's home decor and altered projects are always a hit so call today and reserve your seat. Please note: Along with your basic kit, please bring a strong liquid adhesive, gel multi medium, large paint brush, pencil, and micro tip scissors. This is a workshop length class.

Stayce DeWid, Designer for Tattered Angel Will Be Teaching 2 Classes at Eclectica

We are so excited to have Stacye DeWid, from Tattered Angels coming to teach 2 classes at Eclectica.In addition to Tattered Angels, Stayce has work with Creative Imaginations. She has been published in both Scrapbooking and Beyond and Gift Maker Magazine. She will be teaching techniques for using the various Tattered Angels paint mediums.The classes are a great opportunity to learn some new techniques using all of those gorgeous products from Tattered Angels. We hope that you will joining us for an afternoon filled with fun and creativity.

Tattered Techniques 1
Wednesday, August 22 @1:00 PM
$35

During this class you will become immersed in all things glimmer. Participants will have the opportunity to play with all of the various Tattered Angels paint mediums which will include Glimmer Mist, Glimmer Chalkboard, Glimmer Glaze and Glam.Using these products you will learn how to blend and create backgrounds as well as masking and wax resist. Those are just a few of the techniques that you will learn and have the opportunity to practice. Your finished product can be used as a Tattered Angels reference book or simply add some photos to make it into a mini book. To sign up for this class, simply come into Eclectica or call us at (901) 377-0730.

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Inspire Mixed Media Album                        Wednesday, August 22 @ 4:00                 $50 How exciting to have the opportunity to offer a mixed media class at Eclectica! In this class, participants will become immersed in the world of mixed media. Along with the other Tattered Angels mediums, participants will have an opportunity to play with the new Plain Jane products. Do you love texture and dimension? If so, this is the class for you as we will be using gesso and modeling paste to make lots of fun textures. The end result will be truly "inspiring"! To sign up for this class, simply come into the store or call us at (901) 377-0730.

Another Eclectica Birthday Promotion This Weekend!

Thanks to all who came out and helped us celebrate this past Wednesday. We had such a blast. But the celebration isn't over yet....

 

It's Another Eclectica Birthday Promotion
Saturday, August 11 and Sunday, August 12

It's our birthday, but we are giving the presents to you! This Saturday and Sunday, we will be giving away paper packs with a pre-tax purchase of $20 or more.These packs come to you from a wide variety of paper companies, including but not limited to Graphic 45, SEI, BasicGrey, My Mind's Eye, Reminisce and American Crafts.Come in early for the best selection. This offer is good while supplies last and is limited to one paper pack per household.Hope to see you this weekend!

 

Eclectica's Birthday Celebration!!!

Eclectica's 8th Birthday Celebration

 

August marks our 8th birthday and we plan to celebrate our birthday throughout the entire month.
As you know, when it's your birthday, you get a coupon for 20% off one entire sale during the month of your birthday. To celebrate our birthday, we are going to giving our customers birthday goodies! This Saturday, August 4 and Sunday, August 5, we will be offering our customers 20% off of one entire purchase! It's a great opportunity to come in and get some of the new goodies that have been arriving during the last couple of weeks or something special that you've had your eye on!

Watch your e-mail for upcoming birthday promotions during the month of August which will include birthday cake and a free make-n-take next week.


This promotion is good on in-stock merchandise only and we are not able to include the purchase of the Silhouette Cameo. We are also not able to include the purchase of card or page kits or the registration cost for classes and crops. This promotion cannot be combined with other promotions and frequent shopper cards will not be stamped during this promotion.

August Calendar with Many Great Events to check out!

August is our Birthday month and we have Lots of great events to check out this month so dont miss out and sign up for your favorites today!!!

Eclectica Kit Craze- August Card Kit:

 

August's card kit will help you celebrate special birthdays! This "by the numbers" kit is totally customizable thanks to the included full sheet of number stickers by SRM. Each sticker sheet includes two of each number, 1-9. You'll also receive a full package of Bella Blvd's new stick pin flags in a birthday theme, along with embellishments by Maya Road, Bazzill, Kaiser Craft, May Arts and The Twinery. The cards feature papers by Echo Park (two different lines), Crate Paper and Doodlebug Designs. With two masculine cards and two feminine, you'll be set for any upcoming birthdays, no matter what! Each kit includes everything needed to create all four cards, plus detailed instructions and a color photograph of the samples.

Note: Our card kit continues to sell out with a wait list each month. If you're on our reserved list, you have three days from when we call you to pay for your kit (either by phone or in store). After three days, any leftover kits get put on the shelf. If you want one of these "leftover" kits, be sure to come into the store in a few days or give us a call so we can reserve one for you. If you'd like to be put on our reserved list permanently, please call and let us know. You are under no obligation to purchase the kit each month.

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Happy 8th Birthday Eclectica!   WOW, it is our 8th Birthday and we are so excited to be celebrating it with you, our customers. Each week during the month of August will be having a different Birthday Celebration and we would love you to join us in all the fun! Be sure to watch your email for the details.

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Special Event! Sign Up Today & Reserve Your Spot! Stayce DeWid, Member of Tattered Angels Design Team will be teaching classes at Eclectica!   Tattered Techniques 1 Wednesday, August 22 at 1:00 PM -- $35 You will be immersing yourself into a world of all things glimmer. You will play with ALL of the Tattered Angels paint mediums including, Glimmer Mist, Glimmer Chalkboard, Glimmer Glam and Glimmer Glaze. Learn to blend, create backgrounds, mask, wax resist, and a few other fun techniques! Your finished project can be used as a Tattered Angels reference book or throw some pictures in it and it can be a mini album. Please note: Your basic tool kit is needed for class. This class will last approximately 2 hours. Inspire Mixed Media Album Wednesday, August 22 at 4:00 PM -- $50 In this class you will dive into the world of mixed media. We will play with the NEW Plain Jane products alongside the other wonderful Tattered Angels mediums. There will be gesso, modeling paste and lots of fun textures to play with. There will also be other color options for you to play with! Please note: Your basic tool kit is needed for class. This class will last approximately 3 hours. We are so excited to have Stayce DeWid with Tattered Angels teaching at Eclectica. Check out her blog at staycedewid.com. She has been traveling all over the United States teaching classes featuring Tattered Angels products. Fellow crafters have had a grand time taking her classes, so be sure to call Eclectica (901 377-0730) today to sign-up!

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Mark your Calendar & Save the Date   Teal Crop Saturday, September 8 from 10AM - 8 PM -- $30 Join us and be a part of this fantastic charity event to raise monies for the Ovarian Cancer Awareness Foundation (OCAF). As a participant you will recieve dinner (pizza & salad) along with three (3) drink tickets, snacks, dessert & a goody bag. There will also be door prizes! You must reserve your spot in advance. Please contact Leisa Callahan by email (leisa132000@yahoo.com), or call at 901 338-0986 for reservations. Although Eclectica is not sponsoring this private crop, we are honored to offer our facilities for such a worthy cause. All proceeds go directly to OCAF. Thanks in advance for your participation.

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Wild and Wacky Wednesdays   Join us every Wednesday for our Wild & Wacky special sales. When you come into the store you can easily locate our one-day only sales specials marked with balloons. Six great specials are offered each and every Wednesday! Join us for a Wild and Wacky time!

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Follow us on Pinterest!   Follow us on Pinterest for a little "Pin"Spiration and creativity! Our current Boards on Pinterest include: New Arrivals at Eclectica, On Display at Eclectica, Scrapbook Inspiration, Terrific Techniques & Tutorials, Copic Coloring, Silhoutte Cameo and many more.

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August Class Calendar   Scrapbooking 101 Saturday, August 4 at 10:30 AM -- $10 Instructor: Jodi Are you intrigued by the scrapbooking phenomena? Do you want to see if it is right for you before you take the plunge? This class offers everything you need to know to get started scrapbooking. This class covers the basics – tools, adhesives, albums, etc. We will let you test drive different tools and adhesives so you can make an informed decision when you invest in the things you need to make your memories last forever. Bring 4-6 photos of any one event or theme and we’ll walk you through your first 12x12 layout. Saturday Night Layouts (SNL) Saturday, August 4 from 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM -- $29 Instructors: Rhonda & Jennifer Brought to you live from Eclectica Scrapbooks & Stamps, it's Saturday Night Layouts!! For this special night we bring you two of our very talented scrapbook instructors, Rhonda & Jennifer. No holding back here, these girls have got talent and you will be amazed at the layouts and ideas you leave class with.You will be taking a small break, so be sure and bring yourself a snack to keep your energy level going! Themes this month include: Love of Family, Lazy Days, Playtime (not just children), My Life, Totally Unique, and All You Need is Love (wedding or otherwise) . You will leave class with 2 double page layouts and 4 single page layouts completed and ready to add your photos. Please note: Your basic tool kit is needed for class, as well as pop dots and glue dots. ***Sign up EARLY so you will not miss this popular class! The class is limited to 16 students. This class will be closing sign-ups 48 hours in advance to ensure proper prep time. Once the class has closed, we will no longer accept sign-ups. No exceptions! Introduction to Copics Saturday, August 11 at 10:30 AM --- $15 Instructor: Mary Don't let the students be the only ones who go back to school to learn new things. Join us to learn a new way to be creative with Copic Markers. Enroll in this class and learn about the 358 colors in the Copic library. You will love how easy Copic Markers are to use and the professional results you can achieve! In this Introduction to Copic Markers class, Mary teaches the basics of caring for your markers, explains the Copic color system and how to select the best papers and inks to use with your markers. Class participants learn basic techniques in order to blend and shade effortlessly. Introduction to Copic Markers is perfect for those curious about this great coloring product and for those wanting to try the markers before making a purchase. You will leave class with two completed cards and the ability to create more. Please note: You will need to bring your basic tool kit to class. *** As a special bonus to the students taking this class, Eclectica will give you a 10% discount off the purchase of Copic Markers the day of the class only. This discount cannot be combined with any other discounts. Cards with Copics – All New Cards! Saturday, August 11 at 1:30 PM -- $15 Instructor: Mary After completing the Introduction to Copics (or an equivalent class) you will find this class enjoyable and the perfect way to increase your Copic skills! You will be able to practice the techniques that you learned in the Intro class as you learn new shading and blending techniques to use to enhance your creativity. Even though this is a monthly class, you will make two different cards each month. We will do another LaLa Land stamp and a Northwood's Bird stamp. Please note: Your basic tool kit is needed for class. A list of Copic markers to be used in class will be available after June 22 for those participants who choose to bring their own. Scrapbooking 101 Sunday, August 12 at 1:30 PM -- $10 Instructor: Jodi Are you intrigued by the scrapbooking phenomena? Do you want to see if it is right for you before you take the plunge? This class offers everything you need to know to get started scrapbooking. This class covers the basics – tools, adhesives, albums, etc. We will let you test drive different tools and adhesives so you can make an informed decision when you invest in the things you need to make your memories last forever. Bring 4-6 photos of any one event or theme and we’ll walk you through your first 12x12 layout. ABC Primer Mini Album Wednesday, August 15 at 10:30 AM -- $30 Instructor: Marsha Do you remember those August days when your thoughts turned to the start of the new school year? Then join Marsha in making this unique mini album using Graphic 45’s adorable schoolhouse inspired An ABC Primer paper collection. You will love the vintage schoolhouse images within this mini book that has a pencil and tape measure binding. This mini album will be a great place to document grade school for a child in your life or for your own childhood memories. Please note: Your basic tool kit is needed for class along with your trimmer, brown distressing ink (Chestnut Roan is great!), sharp scissors, and 1/8 & 1/4 inch score tape. This is a workshop length class. Altered Paper Mache Purse Sunday, August 19 at 1:30 PM -- $30 Instructor: Tara Tara will teach you how to take a bland paper Mache purse and turn it into a fashionable handbag that is boutique quality to carry with you or to sit and hold your favorite goodies. Perfect for the home, office or on the go! Crafters of all levels are welcome. Tara's home decor and altered projects are always a hit so call today and reserve your seat. Please note: Along with your basic kit, please bring a strong liquid adhesive, gel multi medium, large paint brush, pencil, and micro tip scissors. This is a workshop length class. Cards with Copics – All New Cards! Monday, August 20 at 6:00 PM -- $15 Instructor: Mary After completing the Introduction to Copics (or an equivalent class) you will find this class enjoyable and the perfect way to increase your Copic skills! You will be able to practice the techniques that you learned in the Intro class as you learn new shading and blending techniques to use to enhance your creativity. The two cards that are made in this class will NOT be the same as the ones made on Saturday, August 11. Please note: Your basic tool kit is needed for class. A list of Copic markers to be used in class will be available after July 28 for those participants who choose to bring their own. Tattered Techniques 1 Wednesday, August 22 at 1:00 PM -- $35 Guest Instructor: Stayce DeWid You will be immersing yourself into a world of all things glimmer. You will play with ALL of the Tattered Angels paint mediums including, Glimmer Mist, Glimmer Chalkboard, Glimmer Glam and Glimmer Glaze. Learn to blend, create backgrounds, mask, wax resist, and a few other fun techniques! Your finished project can be used as a Tattered Angels reference book or throw some pictures in it and it can be a mini album. Please note: Your basic tool kit is needed for class. This class will last approximately 2 hours. Inspire Mixed Media Album Wednesday, August 22 at 4:00 PM -- $50 Guest Instructor: Stayce DeWid In this class you will dive into the world of mixed media. We will play with the NEW Plain Jane products alongside the other wonderful Tattered Angels mediums. There will be gesso, modeling paste and lots of fun textures to play with. There will also be other color options for you to play with! Please note: Your basic tool kit is needed for class. This class will last approximately 3 hours. 12-Hour Pizza Crop Saturday, August 25 from 10AM – 10PM -- $15 Join in us for our 12- hour pizza crop! We will be serving pizza for dinner and there will be plenty of soda and candy as well. You’ll have 12 hours of uninterrupted cropping. Bring all your supplies and we will provide you with plenty of working space, as well as use of our die cut center.You don’t have to be a scrapbooker to enjoy our crops. Bring your stamping and paper arts supplies and enjoy 12 hours of creative time. Drawings for prizes too!

New Arrival at Eclectica: October Afternoon, Authentique, TCW and Stamps!

More Great New Arrival at Eclectica:

 October Afternoon: Woodland Park

Authentique: Glowing

The Crafters Workshop: Stencils



New Fall and Halloween Stamps: