Yes, yes, I know... did I really NEED them?
Well, maybe not, but since I have a birthday coming up I gave myself permission to give these poor unfortunates a home. After all, they were there HANGING ON HOOKS in a cold, drafty craft store without access to ink or paper. Isn't that abuse of some kind? Psychologically, it seems very bad for them, if you ask me. Stamps need ink and paper to be happy and well-adjusted! So, although I couldn't rescue all of the little stamp babies in the store, I was able to bring these guys home to a place where they will be loved and cared for!
Top left: "Hedgehugs" by Fawn Lawn. I can't say enough about how much I love Fawn Lawn stamps. They're photopolymer and the artwork is just too too cute, the sentiments clever. Since the store where I got this was having a 20% off "Made in the USA" sale, I got a great price, too!
Right: "Poppin' By" and "Life's A Circus" from Gourmet Rubber Stamps. This company is new to me, which is what I like about shopping at stores outside my local area. You find things you've just never seen before. These mini stamps are unmmounted red rubber and were under $6 each. Did you see the face on the little slice of toast? Could you leave that face on a shelf? I couldn't!
Left: "Good Luck" by Avery Elle. The Magic 8-Ball. It even has the border for the floaty triangle thingie. Do I have to say more? "My sources say no"! Am I going to have fun making cards with this set? "It is certain"! Am I in love with these stamps? "Without a doubt"! I was so overtaken with joy that I never even looked at the price tag. They were a must-have. Luckily, Made in USA so I saved 20% today.
I have to give a shout-out to Ivy, the sweet cashier at Flower & Home Marketplace who checked out my order. Today the store was very busy and the cashiers had to inspect EVERY item to see if it qualified for the "Made in USA" sale price. She was jovial, very accommodating and helpful, and even cheered me on when I combined a birthday coupon with some customer rewards to save big money on my order! If you're in the Lancaster, PA area, check out Flower & Home Marketplace in Blue Ball / East Earl. Make sure you sign up for their customer rewards and e-mails, and tell Ivy I sent you!
i've got those hedgies too, so adorable. Glad you had a fab lil birthday trip and got some great deals.
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