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2009 Treasure Hunt Standies

  • Treasure Hunt Standies. How they came to be.

2009 Treasure Hunt Cake

  • Treasure Hunt cake. How it came to be.

Friday, July 10, 2009

LOTS of new products

Lots and lots of new goodies to delight you are in and we have been busy bees checking all this lovely product.  We have too much to even list.  Lots of Christmas items for our Christmas in July theme, lots of new rubber stamps, and more more more.  You must stop in.

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Wednesday, July 08, 2009

Lots and lots to go over

We hope everyone had a nice 4th.  Laura and myself went on a vacation to the Smokey Mountains in North Carolina.  This was our first vacation is soooo long.  It was nice.  Jordan got his first pony ride,  although it was more like a horse.  If the pony comes up to my neck, is it still considered a pony?  He was so good for the car ride up and back, even though he barely slept at all.  In fact, when we left at 5AM, we figured he would be sound asleep..  Nope!  He had such a HUGE grin on his little face.  He knew we were going away and he was so excited.  He loved looking at all the different kinds of trucks on the highway. OK, now I will make you a little jealous.  The average daily temps were around 75 and the nights were a cool 55.  As much as we love Florida, it was hard to leave such a beautiful area. 

We got back to discover that one of our wonderful Paradise gals, Sharon, had fallen very ill while we were gone.  We were so upset and worried, but were glad to find out she is doing somewhat better now.  Sweet Sharon wanted to make sure that we did not know about this-because she knew we would drive right back to Florida-and she wanted to make sure that we had a nice vacation.  So our amazing gals figured everything out and took care of the store while we were gone.  We are very thankful to have such incredible ladies working here.  To Miranda, Rachel, and Lynnette, thanks very much for filling in and caring so much.  And to our Sharon, we are so glad you are feeling a little better now, and you are right, I would have instantly cut our vacation short and come back home.  So, thank you for your kindness and consideration to us.  I understand why you didn't want us to know...  You're a tough lady!

Because Sharon, who teaches some fabulous classes here, has fallen so ill, we've had to rearrange the our schedule a bit.  Also, our American Arts show for Saturday is going to have to be rescheduled for later in the month.  More to come on that.  Not only will we be missing Sharon, another of our guests is not able to make it to the American Arts show either, so we felt that we might as well do it later in the month.  We will post more on the blog later.  You will not want to miss out on it.

We will reschedule 3 Quick cards to a later date.  And, the Christmas Ornament class on July 14th has been rescheduled to July 28th.

Our samples are not all out yet either, but hey, hopefully you all know you can always trust Paradise to give you a great class.  So, feel free to sign up now and we will have samples soon.

Thanks to all of you,

John

Wednesday, July 01, 2009

July 4th

Just a reminder that we will be closed Saturday July 4th.

Saturday, June 27, 2009

Quckutz Epic Promo final days

We are on the final days of the fantastic EPIC 6 tool promotion.  It ends on June 30th.  So now is the time to pre-order yours.  Tuesday at 6PM is when it all ends.  We are closed tomorrow and Monday, so please call Tuesday to make sure you get the special pricing.

Special promotional price of $69.99 with a chance to get an additional $10.00 off and an in store credit of $10.00, plus a free over $20.00 die from QK.  WOW, that is like getting the tool for $29.99......

Read below

Epic 6

Regularly 89.99 

If you preorder an Epic tool by June 30th, you are eligible to receive two rebates. The first is an instant discount of $20 when you pre-purchase the Epic. The second is a mail-in product rebate for an exclusive six-inch die valued at over $20.00 that you can redeem through QuicKutz.  See the QK website for more details.

Wait, that's not All

As a special treat from your friends in Paradise, if you preorder and prepay for an Epic tool by June 30th, you will receive a $10.00 credit towards any future Quickutz purchase in Paradise.  You can use this credit towards any Quickutz product in stock, starting the day you pick up your Epic tool and for up to 30 days after that.  The Epic Six is due sometime in July.

Current or new Paradise QK Club members will receive all of the above, plus an additional $10.00 off the price of the Epic.

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The Epic is the newest tabletop tool from QuicKutz. It both cuts and embosses all QuicKutz products as well as all other leading brand dies and embossing folders, making it the most versatile and efficient machine on the market.  It should become available in July 2009.

Key features of the Epic:

  • Cuts and embosses
  • Compatiblewith all QuicKutz and other leading brand dies
  • Idealfor scrapbooking, card making, home décor and other craft projects.
  • Warranty—Lifetime service commitment
  • Six-inch wide opening
  • High quality metal parts
  • Light weight and portable

Stop in or call to preorder yours today.

Friday, June 26, 2009

Christmas in July Celebration

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In case you haven't heard yet, we want to welcome you to Paradise's Christmas in July celebration!  We have some wonderful holiday cheer to share with you throughout the month.  In fact, all of our classes and crop parties for the month are Christmas themed!   The samples will be in the store soon and on the web site soon after that.  Who knows maybe even Santa will pay us  a visit. 


In short, this month is going to give you a chance to either catch up on last year's Christmas scrapbook pages, or to get a jump on this year's Christmas cards, gifts, and projects.  Either way, it's going to be a snowy blast of fun!  Check out our July class schedule to get more details on this exciting month!

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Monday, June 22, 2009

Quickutz Summer of Fun final week

You all heard about this one a while back when they announced they were bringing it back for a limited run.  This is your only chance to get this set. 

Because we are closed on Mondays, if you are interested please call and leave a message on our voice mail, and we will hold one for you.  This is on a first message left basis, so call early.  We have a limited amount for sale and expect that these will sell out fast.  They are $99.99 and you can use your QK club discount, which brings the price down to $69.99.

Week 1  --  String Bean  --  Released June 01st - SOLD OUT

Week 2  --  Chicken Noodle  --  Released June 08th - SOLD OUT

Week 3  --    Teddy Bear and Dog  --  Released June 15th - SOLD OUT

Week 4  --  Zelda Grand  --  Released June22nd

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Each week in June, Quickutz is having a very special limited edition release.  Once these are sold out they are gone.  Quickutz has said that these special dies are indeed limited, and are not to be re-produced, so this is your only chance to get your hands on them.  As always, if you are one of our Paradise Quickutz club members,  you can use your club discount.

Friday, June 19, 2009

Quickutz Summer of Fun

Each week in June, Quickutz is having a very special limited edition release.  Once these are sold out they are gone.  Quickutz has said that these special dies are indeed limited, and are not to be re-produced, so this is your only chance to get your hands on them.  As always, if you are one of our Paradise Quickutz club members,  you can use your club discount.

Week 1  --  String Bean  --  Released June 01 - SOLD OUT

Week 2  --  Chicken Noodle  --  Released June 08 - SOLD OUT

Week 3  --    THEY ARE IN.  However most of them are already accounted for.  Please call quickly if you want us to hold you one of the few we have left.  If you asked us to hold a set, they are here under your name.

Doggie

Teddy bear  

Week 4  --  TBA  --  Release date June 22

Thursday, June 18, 2009

New arrivals

Busy busy here in Paradise. We've got lots of new goodies for your delight and wonder.  :-)

Check out this little cutie,  the Glue glider Pro tape runner.  I know, we think it's cool too!

GGP

We have some insanely cool Tim Holtz Alcohol ink refill pens.  Oh yeah, we know you all can't wait to play with these babies.

Have some kid themed scrapbook pages or cards you need to make?  Our Lego papers from Creative imaginations might be just the right fit.  Hee Hee...Legos..."just the right fit."  I crack myself up sometimes.  :-)

Little Yellow bicycle has sent us some travel themed paper and embellishments, and being that summer is often travelin' time, 'tis the season to check these out!

I'm positive that there are more things that have arrived, but with new stuff coming in all the time, it's just too hard to keep up with all of it!   Ahhhh, a delightful "problem" to have...  Too much yummy new product all the time, such torture!!  :-) 

Wednesday, June 17, 2009

New Quickutz release

We have the newest Quickutz monthly release here in stock.  See it all HERE

You better hurry though, it is selling out very fast.

Paradise Quickutz Club

Congratulations to Mary Lou, last night's QK club meeting winner.


Tuesday, June 16, 2009

Day by Day - a special treat

For those of you taking our Day by Day series, you know how much fun it is.  If you are not taking the class then check it out, it is loads of fun.  People have been asking if it is too late to start.  The short answer is no.  You can join us at any time. 

Well, we have a special treat this month.  We will be hooking you up you with the supplies to make Lynnette's awesome album cover design for FREE.  If you took adavantage of our sweet discount when we first started this class then you already have the album.  Everything you need to create Lynnette's cover is included in your regular June class fee.  OK, if you cannot make it to the June class, we can offer this to you in July's class too.  Sorry, but we cannot make kits for you to take, you have to physically be at the class.  You have seen it on display and it looks great. Come to class and make it FREE.  What a treat indeed...  

Quickutz Summer of Fun

Each week in June, Quickutz is having a very special limited edition release.  Once these are sold out they are gone.  Quickutz has said that these special dies are indeed limited, and are not to be re-produced, so this is your only chance to get your hands on them.  As always, if you are one of our Paradise Quickutz club members,  you can use your club discount.

Week 1  --  String Bean  --  Released June 01 - SOLD OUT

Week 2  --  Chicken Noodle  --  Released June 08 - SOLD OUT

Week 3  --    THEY ARE IN.  However most of them are already accounted for.  Please call quickly if you want us to hold you one of the few we have left.  If you asked us to hold a set, they are here under your name.

Doggie

Teddy bear  

Week 4  --  TBA  --  Release date June 22


Thursday, June 11, 2009

Quickutz embossing folders andmats

We are fully restocked on the embossing folders. 

Also, the embossing mats came off backorder and we have them in stock.


See them all HERE

Wednesday, June 10, 2009

Reminder on the QK Epic Six

Special promotional price of $69.99

Regularly 89.99 

If you preorder an Epic tool by June 30th, you are eligible to receive two rebates. The first is an instant discount of $20 when you purchase the Epic. The second is a mail-in product rebate for an exclusive six-inch die valued at over $20.00 that you can redeem through QuicKutz.  See the QK website for more details.

Wait, that's not All

As a special treat from your friends in Paradise, if you preorder and prepay for an Epic tool by June 30th, you will receive a $10.00 credit towards any future Quickutz purchase in Paradise.  You can use this credit towards any Quickutz product in stock, starting the day you pick up your Epic tool and for up to 30 days after that.  The Epic Six is due sometime in July.

Current or new Paradise QK Club members will receive all of the above, plus an additional $10.00 off the price of the Epic.

--------------

The Epic is the newest tabletop tool from QuicKutz. It both cuts and embosses all QuicKutz products as well as all other leading brand dies and embossing folders, making it the most versatile and efficient machine on the market.  It should become available in July 2009.

Key features of the Epic:

  • Cuts and embosses
  • Compatiblewith all QuicKutz and other leading brand dies
  • Idealfor scrapbooking, card making, home décor and other craft projects.
  • Warranty—Lifetime service commitment
  • Six-inch wide opening
  • High quality metal parts
  • Light weight and portable

Stop in or call to preorder yours today.

Upcoming Classes

  • Time flies clock. Offered June 2009
    These are some of our upcoming classes. please visit the calendar for the full schedule.

Class samples

  • Boys will be boys offered April 2009
    Samples from some of our past classes.

Quickutz Club

  • 2009 June QK club project
    Samples from our Quickutz Club

Croppy Cat 12X12 layout class

  • 2009 May Croppy Cat
    Samples from our 12X12 page layout Croppy Cat classes.

Just a Note. A Scrapbookers card making class

  • 2009 June Just a Note
    Samples from some of our Just a Note Scrapbookers card making classes

Stamping in Paradise

  • Sample
    Samples from our various Stamping classes and projects.

ATC - Artist Trading Cards

  • 2009 ATC Club
    Join us as we continue to explore the world of ATCs ( Artist Trading Cards ). They are 2 1/2 by 3 1/2 works of art. We will be involved in creating ATC cards and also swaps at our classes. Join the ATC club for FREE. Call for details.

NSD Party 2009

  • 2009 NSD That 70's Crop
    Check out our 2009 National Scrapbook weekend celebration. We celebrated 70's style with "That 70's Crop" Everybody got into it and we all had a BLAST..

NSD Party 2008

  • A completed page at the party. Thanks for sharing Wendy
    Check out the fun at our 2008 National Scrapbook day weekend party. Our theme: "Attack of the 80's"

2009 Treasure Hunt

  • 2009 Treasure Hunt
    photos from the 2009 Tampa Bay Scrapbook Treasure hunt.

2008 Treasure Hunt

  • Johnny Depp
    Photos from the 2008 Tampa Bay Scrapbook Treasure Hunt

Scrap-O-Ween

  • 2008 Scrap-O-Ween Party
    Photos from our 2008 Scrap-O-Ween Halloween event.

Holiday Bash / Paradise Party 2007

  • Hunka Hunka burning love
    2007 Holiday Bash in Paradise. Check out the video. Look above this photo album.

Elvis

Paradise Party 2009

  • SIP Annual Paradise party
    Photos from our 2009 Paradise new year kick off party