Monday Money Saving Bargains...

Apparently the high street is bucking the trend when it comes to money spent in store. It seems we are less apt to pay online, and would rather rummage around the aisles picking up a bargain in person...

If you have Christmas on the brain, then toys are on offer EVERYWHERE - from Woolworths, ToysRus to Tesco, Asdas and Argos... toys are half price, 3for2 or 25% off. BUT research by TRB shows that we are spending more per purchase - but making less purchases! So we are opting for quality over quantity ;)

So what QUALITY craft goodies are hitting the bargain headlines on this nippy Monday morning?

1. Hobbycraft have got vouchers in practically all the craft mags which saves you up to £5 off when you spend in store. PLUS in store they do have some bargain bins and discounts. You unfortunately cannot shop online - so this does involve a trip in the car! Spotted in store - WRM, Making Memories, American Crafts and some pretty de-lish quality brands ;)
2. The Craft Superstore have a 15% off promo on Cuttlebug accessories (great stocking fillers) also check out their SALE section for a whole plethora of nick-knacks for crafty Christmas pressies...
3. Subscribe to your fav mag - or even sub for a mate this Christmas...
4. If you love Making Memories - there is a killer bargain HERE (save £60!) If you order TODAY you will also get a FREE Chipboard Sticker pack worth £1.99. Follow THIS LINK.
5. American Crafts 6 jars of Foam Shapes bargain HERE
6. MORE killer clearance QVC kits HERE (includes 7gypsies, K&Co, Creative Imaginations, Fiskars etc!!)

Remember: The key to a GREAT bargain, is needing it in the first place...
Becks xxx

CHA Summer 08 - Day One (K&CO)

K&CO is always one of the busy stands - and the new Christmas lines were eye candy. The REMAKE line by Amy Butler is going to be a huge hit - as they have cleverly designed the packaging to be used... so nothing goes to waste (and everything is recycled.) They are so ahead of the curve on the whole 'Save The Planet' crusade.

Did you see those owls...? They are all over the show - and they are still likeable, even after seeing them at every booth. These ones are less woody and more bling. VERY VERY *cute* (my daughter would instantly stick them all to the front of a book...)

Spotted: K&CO CHA Summer 08

Spotted: K&CO are a staple... industry giant! Sometimes it is nice to be reminded why they got so good....