Heirloom Christmas Toys!

kids-stuffChristmas is for kids so why not give the gifts that last for generations!  They were fun {and inadvertently educational} then and they are fun now!  These and many more paper-made gifts will stand out among the stacks of neon-bright plastics they are sure to recieve!  These are the gifts that beg you to spend time together - the very best gift of all!

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Bullet Journaling!

bullet-journal "...improved my physical and emotional health immensely.– Holt J., a committed Bullet Journaler.  This not-so-new format for combining your planner, to-do lists and journal is enjoying an analog comeback in the digital age!   If you find the notion of organizing your life this way intriguing, check out this website: http://bulletjournal.com for details.  While no specific journal format is required, the industry has responded to this demand with some new products including the two in this pic.  Both binding styles will behave and lay flat and have a little "hitch" to keep your pen on hand.  If you prefer something that is simply flat-out gorgeous (the added inspiration never hurts) you will find a lovely selection to choose from in our shops!  As we head into the holiday season, this just might the way to bring all the parts of your life together with a little sanity!  Give it a try!

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Summer Time - Planner Time!

2017-Plannersdear summer, i've waited so many long, gray days for you...please don't disappoint me:)   It's HERE!  I'm ready for that overload of sun-drenched days...bright colors...complaining about the heat...bright, blue skies...soooo many things to fit in!  Thankfully the beautiful 17-month planners are arriving just in time!  Find just the design that inspires you and pen in all those delightful summer activities so you don't miss a thing!  Kate Spade and Rifle Paper Co. are in the shops now.  More will be arriving daily!  Ahh, summer feels good!

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