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!