Saying Good-Bye 2016

It's almost 2017.  Are you ready for the new year?  For 2017, I set some (what I think) reasonable, easily, obtainable 'goals.'  It's really more like 'lifestyle changes.'  I do plan on eating better and healthier, and get out more and do things.  Sometimes getting out is frightening since I suffer from anxiety.  My anxiety has pretty much taken control of me for the most part of 2016, but I'm planning on changing that...baby steps.  I made a list of things I would like to do (or go) and placed them in my planner for the up coming year.  Now I see it as something positive to look forward to...something fun.

One thing I'm looking forward to is my very own 'sketchbook project.'  I ordered this HUGE Art Alternatives Very Big Sketch Book from Michaels online.  (see photo below)

It's an over-sized blank sketchbook that contains 300 sheets (600 pages) of acid-free bright paper.  It looks like a really huge coffee table book.  I'm planning on make/creating a sketch, collage, lettering, poem...anything creative once a day to fill up the entire book by the end of the year.  Although there are only 300 pages (if you don't count the back sides) and there are 365 days in one year, I think I can manage with 300 pages.  The sketchbook retails for $47.99 but I purchased it during the holidays when they were having the 50% coupons and free shipping.  Here is the link to the book.

https://www.michaels.com/art-alternatives---very-big-sketch-book/D015781S.html#q=+D015781S&start=1

Wish me luck!  I also plan on hosting several snail mart art swaps with an array of different themes instead of the typical themes (Paris, birds, butterflies).  I'll announce when the time is closer on Instagram.  I did stumble across a design team challenge by Another Colorful Creation.  They are searching for creative design team members to complete 2 projects per month...and here's the best part....in any media field!!  That means if your into paper arts, drawing, painting, color combos and mood boards....they're looking for you!  I've applied.  The deadline is January 15th.  Here is their link:

www.anothercoclorfulcreation.blogspot.com

What are your new years 'goals'?  Leave a comment.  I'll pick one comment at random and send you something special in the mail!

Until next time!

Happy Holidays

I know Christmas was yesterday, however; I spent the entire weekend with family and disconnected from the internet.  I do hope everyone had a happy holiday and was able to spend it in the warm company of friends and family.

I'll be back later on in the week with a new supplier announcement...

Until then....

Happy holidays!

New Webster's Pages Planner & Traveler's Notebook

Hello-

Have you completed your shopping?  I decided to go all #handmadefortheholidays.  All month I've been tackling my Christmas list and I'm pretty happy to say I finished last week.  I even managed to leave a few goodies scattered around town for some unexpected cheer.  I've been getting several tags on Instagram from people who found my tiny works of art!  I'm thinking of making it a monthly occurrence.  So what's on your Christmas list?  Um, perhaps a planner...or two?  Maybe a Travelers Notebook?

The new Mint Floral and Blush Stripe Travelers Notebooks, have been flying of my ETSY shelf and making the long journey to Japan, Australia, the UK, and Finland.  So happy about that I must say!  I'm restocked if anyone still looking for the Mint Floral & Blush Stripe.  I also carry the other Color Crush Travelers Notebooks.

For those searching high low for the Webster's Pages planning kit exclusive to JoAnn's, I also have them in the shop.  According to Webster's the kits will be made available to stockist  (like me) in January.  (I was lucky enough to score a few before then)  Also, planner-girls  I will be carrying the navy blue floral A5 Planner come January.  I've seen a bunch of ladies on Instagram asking for this lovely planner.  (see below)

It really is a beauty!  Be sure you check my Instagram feed or the blog for a pre-order list.  This planner is so gorgeous, I'm thinking it won't be in stock for long.  Wait till you see what I'm 'planning' on doing with mine....

I also have a new brand of cling rubber stamps coming in after the holidays.  I'm supper excited about this brand.  Most of the stamps are for your planners but there are a few alphabet stamps and social media stamps that are perfect for copic markers or colored pencils.  Be on the lookout soon for those stamps!

Until next time...

Great BIG Thank you!!

I want to thank everyone who participated in my 'Black Friday' special!!  I completely sold out of the 2 new Webster's Pages Color Crush Travelers Notebooks (Mint Floral and Blush Stripe).  One Travelers Notebook is making a long journey all the way to Japan.  As I said the 2 new colors-- Mint Floral (my personal fav!) and Blush Stripe have completely sold out and to this date are not offered anywhere else.  I have a wait list going so I you would like to be added to the list, please leave a comment here or email directly.

Today was 'Cyber Monday.'  I don't know about you, but as of late Saturday early Sunday, my email account was flooded with specials and coupons from and everyone trying to get my attention (and money..lol).  It was quite overwhelming.  I did try to shop for a few people on my list but things were either sold out or the servers were down, my guess from everyone trying to log on all at once.  This is why I didn't do a 'Cyber Monday' special...too much going on all at once.  Studio Art Head is going to have a 'special' later on in the week so definitely check my Instagram account for more details.

Is anyone going the 'handmade' route for Christmas?  I plan on making little somethings...ATCs, tags, something festive and special and leaving them hidden places I go when I run errands.  I believe everyone should get a little Christmas spirit when they least expect it.  If you would like to join me in leaving a small artwork or written card, let me know.

Until next time!

Black Friday Weekend Special & New Travelers Notebooks

Why venture out to the craziness of the malls, all the crowds, and hassle finding parking when you can shop from the comfort of your home!?

Studio Art Head Black Friday--through Sunday Special:

Spend $10 or more and receive 1 FREE STICKER SHEET

Spend $20 or more and receive 2 FREE STICKER SHEETS

Spend $30 or more and receive 3 FREE STICKER SHEETS....etc.....

SPEND $100 OR MORE AND RECEIVE 10 STICKER SHEETS + AN EXTRA SURPRISE!!!

(offer valid through: Sunday November 27th 2016)

Oh, and did I mention... the new Webster's Page Color Crush Travelers Notebooks are in stock and ready to ship?!  Including the 2 new limited editions Travelers Notebooks that are NOT EVEN OUT yet to other retailers?!  

GO AHEAD....SHOP NOW...BEFORE THEY'RE GONE!!!  

Until next time!!

Happy Thanksgiving

Wishing everyone a 'Happy Thanksgiving'... please take a minute to give thanks and tell someone(s) how truly grateful you are for them or the special things they do that make your life happy and enjoyable.

Until next time!

Calling all Book Lovers!!!

New pocket passport-size journals are listed in my ETSY shop.  They make the perfect 'stocking stuffer' and come in an array of titles with whimsical images.

Keep checking the blog and Instagram for Black Friday announcements!!!

Until next time!

Webster's Pages Travelers Notebooks Update

Hello everyone-

I've been getting a ton of emails daily regarding the new Webster's Pages Travelers Notebooks.  I still haven't received the new colors (periwinkle, green, and fuchsia).  I've been back and forth via email and phone with them and in September they told me by the middle of October, they'd be ready to ship.  October came and left and still no new Travelers Notebooks.  In my last email I was told 'by end of November.'  This company has terrible customer service!  Half the time the phone just rings and a pre-recorded message comes on asking you to hold....then after 1-2 minutes it just hangs up on you.  I was able to email an actual person and was given the 'mid-November' response.  I've seen a few people selling them but I don't know if its the actual Travelers Notebook, or a waitlist for the specific color.  Ladies, I hope to have an answer for you by Monday.

Once again, if you would like a specific color, please email me or leave a comment below.

Hoping for better luck with the Notebooks..


Until next time!

New Bo Bunny Stamps!!

Calling all Planner-Girls and RubberStamp Lovers!!!!  The newest icon and emoji stamps are in...and guess what!?  They're holiday inspired icons and emoji's!!!!  Here's just a snippet of what they look like:

The 'Festive Emoji' acrylic stamps are too adorable.  You have all the basic fall holidays in an emoji version and versions are a 'good' and 'naughty' emoji.  I love the Thanksgiving turkey and naughty elf.  A total of 21 stamps come on the 'Festive Emoji' set.  

The second set, 'Holiday Icon' has everything a Planner-Girl needs...icons what say 'party' and friendly reminder to 'wrap gifts.'  This particular set has every possible stamp to take you from Christmas through Winter.  

The third set of Bo Bunny stamps titled, 'Feeling Festive' has a gorgeous Christmas tree, reindeer, snowflakes, etc....but what I think sells this package are the adorable Russian Matryoshka's (Russian Nesting Dolls) in three sizes.  What makes it even better is that the dolls are adorned with cute hearts and swirl motifs that can be used all year long.  Fabulous!!

These stamps are available for purchase in my ETSY Store under the 'RubberStamp' tab.

More fun things to come...

Until next time!

Instagram

Greetings...

I hope everyone is doing well and getting ready for the best craft season ever!!  I have some new things coming up this Fall so be sure to follow me on Instagram (studioarthead).  New items, new giveaways (including fun items from Bo Bunny and Websters Planners). 

 A lot is happening this fall so stayed tuned and be sure to follow me on Instagram!

Until next time...

Back on ETSY

Changes on the horizon!  After much debate,  I've decided to move my website back to ETSY.  Being a one-woman show, I was experiencing way too many technical problems with the website..especially with shipping.  I think I spent more time on hold with customer service then actually uploading new products.  No need for that add frustration so I decided to go back to basics and return to ETSY.  All ETSY apps are much more compatible on my iPhone versus the web apps and editors I was using that were constantly crashing.  The website will remain up until it runs its course in a few weeks.  You can still purchase from either the website or ETSY shop, however; only the ETSY shop will have current product updates.  More items will be coming soon so be sure to follow me here on the blog or on Instagram (@studioarthead) for the details. 

Until next time!