It's nearly Christmas!!!

Ok so maybe it's not quite Christmas yet but it's not that far away and I have to say I am very excited!!!!

So what can Bee Crafty do for you this Christmas? Well - we can provide you with vouchers for any denomination you would like - and these can be posted to you to give or directly to the recipient - as mentioned this can be of any amount you are looking for. Are you looking to buy a crafty present for someone but not sure what - why not set a budget for a kit - we'll put it together for you - just tell us the colours you want along with likes dislikes should there be any and we can do the rest - this can be done by email or over the phone so please do not hesitate to get in touch at any time.

We are open right up until Christmas eve - me and bev usually don our fairy wings and flounce about with a few mince pies and a brew so even if you need just 5 minutes of peace and quiet pop in and see us - we'll be there.

Anyway thats a couple of weeks away yet which still leaves us plenty of time for present buying decoration making and card making for those of you that haven't already - as always get in touch if there is anything we can help you with we're always here to help.

Take care

Sam xxx

Tonic Studios ~ NEW IN

Good Afternoon Everyone,

You nay or may not have seen our fantastic new punch system which arrived last week.

There are accent punches, border system and edges. But I think my favourite has to be these multi detail punches. There is also some fantastic tools that are endorsed by Tim Holtz

You can find all the new fabulous Tonic Studios Tools here

And as your on the blog I'll let you know what the Product of the Month will be for December.

It is the Tonic Studios Embellishment Stapler




this means that you can get 10% OFF this fantastic product and accessories IN STORE for the whole of December. Perfect if y ou want to treat youself for Christmas, but still better for someone else to treat you.

Thanks for having a lookie

Bev x

Michelle Jackson-Mogford known as the Art Tart, will be teaching a range of fantastic projects at Bee Crafty throughout 2010, the first three will be avaiablt to book online from December. If you can't wait (which we would totally understand) you can book your place via e-maila dn we will send you a PAYPAL invoice, or as always we are on the end of the phone 01386 831123.

This is a fantastic oppurtunity to try something completely different, Sam of course will be teaching some fantastic workshops also and Lucy & George will be doing a demo EVERY month.

So it looks like 2010 is already all go for Bee Crafty.

Be sure to pop in before then though to take advantage of our Product of the Month which is an offer only available in store aand have a look around our extensive stock.

Thanks

Bev x

The Art Tart Blog

4 Cards for Christmas

Hi Everyone

Just a quick one, thought I would let you see the samples for the 4 cards for Christmas workshop. This is taking place tomorrow but we can always book in another one for you!

The object of the workshop is to get the 4 cards out of 1 12x12 sheet with either 4 card blanks or just make the sizes out of some plain A4 or 12x12. With just a few co-ordinating embellishments it makes for a great way to achieve some wonderful cards in not only an affordable way but giving that Handmade edge too.

Take Care

Sam xxx

And back down to earth....

Well here we are a week later.

The NEC was brilliant and we had a great time. Thanks to all of the people that came to visit us and those of you that haven't been to the shop yet thanks for taking the time to stand and talk with us - we very much look forward to seeing you soon.

I think the best part was when people realised we are only 45 minutes from the NEC so not that far at all, for those of you that visit us already you will know that we will put the kettle on and make a brew if you want one so if you want an afternoon out then you will get a drink too.

As you may know it was the "Bee Crafty" product we were launching, the paper blooms, chipboard shapes, buttons and a few other items.

These are available on our website and if you would rather talk to someone on the phone that is always an option - we really are here to help in whatever way we can.

I'll leave it there for today and get you some pictures of the stand for next time!

Take care

Sam xxx

NEC this week!!!

Hey everyone hope you're ok?

So as the title says we are at the NEC tomorrow until Sunday come and find us on stang G02 - its sure to be a funfilled weekend and some fantastic things i've seen in the Christmas Hall too (only got a quick glimpse as we came out tonight). For those of you coming to the show this weekend we look forward to seeing you there!!!

For those of you not coming Good News!!! the shop is still open for the normal winter hours so pop in and see Julie, Ady and Laura over the next few days.... rumor has it that there's a little supply of Mince Pies!!!

Well I'll keep it brief for today and I'll try and get back tomorrow and let you know how it went. Oh and for everyone celebrating Guy Fawkes tomorrow night have a wonderful time.

Take Care

Sam xxx

November already!!!!

Hey everyone

How are you all - well I trust!

So who's got all the Christmas Cards made and ready to send? As I have posted before we have a great Christmas section on the website very easily accessible from the home page. There is a link at the top on the list to the left on the Bee Crafty Home Page!

Now Its a fresh month for the Bee Crafty Bag Competition and the winners of last month will be announced and posted on the blog in the next few days.

We are currently in the process of doing a new workshop list for the coming months, if there is anything you want to do that's not on the list why not get in touch and we will do everything possible to accommodate your requirements. Also remember if you book a specific workshop the more of you that come the better so why not bring a friend to make it more enjoyable!

As I have mentioned we are exhibiting at the NEC this coming week but the shop is open also so if you have made it to the show you're only half an hour away from the shop!

Take Care

Sam xxx

58 sleeps............

Until Christmas!!!!!!

So as you can tell I am very excited about the annual visit from the chap in the big red suit with the beard. I think its a brilliant time of year to get one off pictures (thank goodness we don't have to do it every Sunday). As crafters what we can to with this opportunity is capture the mood and excitement of the day and use it for scrapbooking.

Here at Bee Crafty we have some magical Christmas Items in at the moment and all of this perfect for scrapping the time we spend together over the festive season - however you celebrate that time of year.

You will find all of our Christmas products here

As some of you will know we are Exhibiting at the NEC show this November from Thursday 5th to Sunday the 8th. What I want to remind you though is that THE SHOP IS STILL OPEN our normal wintertime opening hours on all of these days (closed on the sunday).

And further to that we are OPEN THIS SUNDAY 1st NOVEMBER it is the first Sunday of the month and our monthly scrapbooking crop!!

Take care

Sam xxx

So what else is there.............

....... Chipboard!!!

But I'll start with a hello!!!!

So who like a bit of chipboard? I know i do and I also think that its a material that we can use easily, economically because it doesn't cost much and can also make each item individual so cracking for presents for those people who are impossible to buy for!

So first up then - door hangers

So as you can see there are the fishy shape - ideal for the "gone fishing" door hanger or just the deep sea bedroom doors. The plain shape which is just suitable for all ages, then lastly the arrow (which could also be used as a rocket?) These are great quality and at just 30p each - you could make these for everyone!!! To find them on the website click here

And who likes mask?

Well for those of you going to parties masked balls this winter what could be better than your very own design of mask. They also make great accessories in bedrooms etc. Or how about party fun for the kids - decorating these to take home!!! Just 99p each and can be found here on the website.

I'll have a go at finding some piccies of these decorated for some inspiration.

Hoping your all well and just a week left to get your entries in for Octobers bag competition.

Take care

Sam xxx

and more and more...........

Hi

As promised again some more of the new flower products.

Flowers & Brads

A stunning mix of varied sized Eco friendly paper flowers with co-ordinating brads (perfect for the centres of the flowers) In 10 different colour ways there's a flower and brad mix for every project and as always they co-ordinate fabulously with the other paper flower ranges.

And now for the Organza bags!!!!

In a pretty little organza bag with draw strings you will find 25 assorted size Eco friendly paper flowers. There are 10 colour ways and to have a look at the entire paper flower range click here

I would also like to just remind you about the Bee Crafty Bag competition - this is a monthly competition for which you could win a £10 voucher to spend as you wish!!!!

Just come up with a fun inventive photo containing your bee crafty bag - why not try something spooky for Halloween!!!

Take Care

Sam xxx