Sadly, yet another small business in my area has had to close its doors. First it was Saftlers, a fabric store that had been in that family for three generations; they’d opened in 1919 and closed just this summer.
Now the Scrapbook Cupboard, a scrapbook store that was right around the corner from me, has gone under. Both of these owners made valiant attempts to restructure and try new approaches, but with this economy they just couldn’t do it.
What does this have to do with WOYWW? (And what the heck IS WOYWW? Go here to find out, you’ll love it!) Well, when stores go out of business, they have sales. The Scrapbook Cupboard was well known for their excellent classes, and they came up with what I thought was a fantastic idea for their classroom supplies: Pay $10 for a bag, and fill it with as many class room supplies as you want.
I put my excellent packing skills to use, and had a blast. Here is my bag:
And here is all the stuff that fit into it:
Yes, even the magazines, transparencies and all the markers were in there at one point. Am I good, or what? I’m especially excited about the metallic rub ons, and practically a whole new set of markers.
Not bad for $10, even for used supplies.
The only problem is, once I got home I realized I have no room for it all.
Now a total reorganization and clean out of the crafting room is in order.
====sigh====
Actually I like organizing. So it will be a good thing – just a lot of work.
Check back to see the results.
I thought I was good at fitting things into a small space but I acknowledge you as the Master!! That’s a lot of stash for 10 bucks 🙂 xx
Why, thank yew! ===taking a bow===
Always sad when an independent business has to close. But what sale!!! I was also out shopping last weekend and had to a bit of re-organising when I got home – however like you it’s the kind of tidying up I quite enjoy and I usually re-discover one or two things I’d forgotten about into the bargain!!
Exactly, Cindy. I’ve been rediscovering old treasures, and have had many, “Why the heck did I put that THERE?” moments, lol. Now it’s time for a trip to Ikea. 🙂
What lovely stash, but what a shame the shop had to close. Our local craft shop is closing too. It’s been there for years and was absolutely brilliant. Sign of the times, I suppose. Most people seem to shop online these days. Happy WOYWW.
Shopping online is fun, but there’s something about being able to hold, touch and see things first. It’s also nice to be able to bring it home right away, rather than have to wait. Ah well… Thanks for stopping by, Shoshi!
Hi! Just popping by to say I am having a giveaway and would love for you to enter! I will try and pop back later for a proper look but want to invite all the wonderful WOYWWers for a chance to win!
xoxo Karen
Delicious stacks of goodies. Lovely purse work too. Keep smiling and creating