New Memory Box, Crate Paper, and October Afternoon

You know how we love to open new goodies and we had some great stuff come in this past week.We were so excited to finally get in our Memory box dies that many of you have inquiring about and they are gorgeous! We also received the new Crate Paper and October Afternoon lines.  So come in today and check it out for best selections!

Lots of ...MEMORY BOX DIES

 

CRATE PAPER: LITTLE BOY BLUE

 

CRATE PAPER: LITTLE BO PEEP

OCTOBER AFTERNOON: CAKEWALK

Altered Tray, Pizza Crop and other June Classes at Eclectica

June is drawing to a close so don't miss out on our great events left for this month!

Altered Serving Tray created by Tara Smith

Girl Wisdom Envelope Mini Album---- Sorry this class is SOLD OUT.
Wednesday, June 20 at 10:30 AM -- $30
Instructor: Marsha
Join Marsha in making this beautiful envelope album with hidden hinges. You will be impressed with the many pockets and pages for your journaling and photos. The theme is “Girl Wisdom” with lots of quotes pertaining to the wisdom of women. Marsha will be using the new Graphic 45 paper, Ladies Diary. Each student will receive an 8 X 8 paper pad. Please note: Your basic tool kit is needed for class. This is a workshop length class limited to 10 students. Crafters of all skill levels are welcome!

12-Hour Pizza Crop
Saturday, June 23 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
Tuesday, June 26 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.

Altered Serving Tray
Saturday, June 30 at 10:30 AM -- $26
Instructor: Tara
Looking for the perfect tray for that dresser or ottoman to hold your tea cup or candles? Well, Tara will teach you to alter a 12x10 serving tray in beautiful neutral tones perfect for any home decor. This class will be full of techniques including stamping and a flower or two! This will be a workshop length class. Along with your basic tool kit, be sure to bring brown ink, a paint brush or sponge brush, and micro tip scissors.

NEW Product at Eclectica!

The delivery companies have been good to us this week! We just love seeing those trucks stop in front of our store.What's more exciting than opening boxes with lots of new merchandise?

Tim Holtz Summer Distress Inks

Inky Antics Stamps

 

We R Memory Keepers: Love 2 Craft

 

Carta Bella : Beautiful Moments

Kaisercraft: Lake house

Echo Park: So Happy Together

 

 

Holly Berry 3D cards at Eclectica this Saturday!

Holly Berry Cards
Saturday, June 16 @ 1:30
$25

Participants in this class will use Holly Berry House's stamps to create a trio of beautiful 3-D cards. These beautiful cards may look complicated to make, but they are easily created by cutting and layering sections of the stamped images. In addition to using these medallions for cards, they can also be used as ornaments, tags or package toppers for gifts.

Please note that in addition to your basic tool kit, please bring a pair of precision cutting scissors and double-sided foam tape or pop dots.

This is a workshop length class.

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

All NEW Cards with Copics

All New Cards With Copics

Sunday, June 10

2:00 PM

$16

Join Mary for an all new Cards with Copics, Sunday, June 10. Participants will make 2 cards. This class is perfect for anyone who has taken an introductory Copic class. It is a great opportunity to practice your coloring skills and to learn some new shading and blending techniques. To sign up for call, come by Eclectica or call us at (901) 377-0730.

NEW Graphic 45 at Eclectica

Happy Haunting
and
A Ladies' Diary
Have Arrived at Eclectica

We have been impatiently waiting for the new Graphic 45 and whining every day that the delivery trucks failed to bring it. So you can imagine how excited we were today when the FedEx truck stopped and the deliveryman brought us 2 boxes filled with Graphic 45's 2 new lines, Happy Haunting and A Ladies' Diary. We received it all, the 12x12 and 8x8 paper pads as well as all over the embellishments and the stamp sets. Come in and check it out soon for the best selection!

Ladies Diary

Happy Hauntings

Eclectica's $100 Gift Card Giveaway this weekend and June Calendar

$100 Gift Card Give Away This Weekend

Saturday, June 2 through Sunday, June 3

We know that you guys love a good give away and we can't think of anything much better to give away than a $100 gift card to Eclectica.Saturday, June 1 and Sunday June 2, for each $25 that you spend (pre-tax), we will give you an entry into a drawing for a $100 Eclectica Gift Card. If you spend $50 pre-tax, you will get 2 entries for the $100 gift card; spend $75 dollars pre-tax and receive 3 entries for the $100 gift card. That's right, a $100 purchase pretax will receive 4 entries for the $100 gift card give away. The more you spend, the more entries you will have in the drawing. With so many great things to choose from, qualifying for entries for the drawing will be a piece of cake. The drawing for the $100 gift card will take place on Monday, June 4.

The purchase of gift cards and class sign-ups are excluded from this promotion.

Eclectica Kit Craze - June Card Kit June's card kit is a little bit shabby and a little bit chic! Featuring papers by Prima, My Mind's Eye, Glitz and Pebbles, three of the shabby chic cards utilize a tag sheet by My Mind's Eye. The best part about this tag sheet is you receive the entire piece, so you can customize the cards as needed by using different pieces from it. You'll also receive an entire package of Kaiser Craft pearls, embellishments from Maya Road, Doodlebug and Imaginisce, and 3-D dimensional silver stars for the patriotic-looking card (also great for a summer birthday). Along with the materials needed to create the cards, you'll also receive 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.

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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June Class Calendar Introduction to Copics Saturday, June 2 at 10:30 AM --- $15 Instructor: Mary Join us to learn a new way to be creative with these long summer days that are coming. 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 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. Saturday Night Layouts (SNL) Saturday, June 2 from 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM -- $29 Instructors: Chelsea & Rhonda 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, Chelsea & Rhonda. 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: 100% Fun, Special Occasion, Simply Us, Zoo, You’re My Hero, and Happy Birthday. 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. ***This was such a popular class that it has been a sold out for the last couple of months. Sign up EARLY so you will not miss it! 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! Memphis Charity Croppers “Croppin’ Till the Cows Come Home” Charity Event for Lyme’s Disease Friday & Saturday, June 8 & 9 from 10AM – 10PM Join the Memphis Charity Croppers in this fantastic 2 day cropping charity event. Please contact Juli 901 515-7365 or Pam at 901 299-9252 or email at memphischaritycroppers@gmail.com for registration and additional information. Check out their blog for latest information at www.memphischaritycroppers.blogspot.com. Please note: Although this event is not sponsored by Eclectica, we are honored to offer our facility for this worthy event. Cards with Copics – All New Cards! Sunday, June 10 at 2:00 PM -- $16 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 use 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 1 for those participants who choose to bring their own. Scrapbooking 101 Monday, June 11 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. Holly Berry Cards Saturday, June 16 at 1:30 PM -- $25 Instructor: Mary Join Mary as she helps you create three, 3-D cards using Holly Berry House's stamps. While they may look complicated, these cards are easily created by cutting and layering each section of the stamp. These medallions could also be made as ornaments, tags, package toppers. Please note: Along with your basic tool kit, please bring precision cutting scissors and double-sided foam tape or pop dots. This is a workshop length class. Girl Wisdom Envelope Mini Album Wednesday, June 20 at 10:30 AM -- $30 Instructor: Marsha Join Marsha in making this beautiful envelope album with hidden hinges. You will be impressed with the many pockets and pages for your journaling and photos. The theme is “Girl Wisdom” with lots of quotes pertaining to the wisdom of women. Marsha will be using the new Graphic 45 paper, Ladies Diary. Each student will receive an 8 X 8 paper pad. Please note: Your basic tool kit is needed for class. This is a workshop length class limited to 10 students. Crafters of all skill levels are welcome! 12-Hour Pizza Crop Saturday, June 23 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 Tuesday, June 26 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. Altered Serving Tray Saturday, June 30 at 10:30 AM -- $26 Instructor: Tara Looking for the perfect tray for that dresser or ottoman to hold your tea cup or candles? Well, Tara will teach you to alter a 12x10 serving tray in beautiful neutral tones perfect for any home decor. This class will be full of techniques including stamping and a flower or two! This will be a workshop length class. Along with your basic tool kit, be sure to bring brown ink, a paint brush or sponge brush, and micro tip scissors.