Hello!

Time is flying by....We have lots going on here. We are getting closer to The Great Yosemite Stamp Escape 2026. If you have not already signed up for this fun event with great teachers, you should do it ASAP while there are still spots left. You can call and give us a credit card over the phone 559-642-6611, or go to our website www.catsmeowstamps.com, to print out a form and mail it to us with a check. Either way we will need the form from you. If you are coming as part of a group, you should check with your friends to make sure you have all signed up. 

I have had some questions about what students will need to bring. As usual, I get that information from the teachers and we always try to keep it pretty basic. As soon as I have a list from the teachers, I will send out your instructions... you will have plenty of time to prepare. I look forward to seeing everyone!

We have been busy ordering new goodies, and moving some things around in the store. As I have mentioned in previous emails, we have found it harder to get certain products, so you may see some new company names popping up in the store.  Occasionally there have also been some issues receiving products. We were expecting our order of new products from Elizabeth Craft Designs. If you follow them, you probably saw that they have new product sitting in customs. I am sure it won;'t be a long delay, but this does happen, which sometimes makes it difficult to plan.  If you have seen their new product releases, we hope to have them soon! That will include their new ADORABLE dog themed collection, and also the new Memories Collection by Annette Green....we can't wait....Quill and Doodlebug think the dogs are very cute!

See you soon...

What's New?

Lavinia....lots of Lavinia! We only order from Lavinia a couple of times a year as shipping from Europe can be an issue, but when we do, we always get some great things. There were quite a few new stamp collections this time, and of course, we included some of their beautiful paper packs. Their designs are always unique with styles very different from American designers. They are right in the front of the store so you can't miss them.

Another "front of the store" display includes lots of great paper packs from Sweet Miss Daisy! We are finding that the smaller size packs of paper are perfect for cardmakers. They are easy to store and not as much waste. Of course, we still order lots of 12x12. We are waiting for Easter papers to arrive! 

You won't be able to miss the Misti shipment that just arrived...we loaded up on their Glue Press. If you have not seen this item, you should take a look. It makes it so easy to apply liquid glue without any mess, and especially easy on your hands! We also have the new MISTI Lite! This is a positing tool that provides consistent stamping for the novice or expert! The tool accommodates rubber cling mount or clear stamps (unmounted). The MISTI Lite allows you to use a wide variety of stamping techniques with traditional stamp mounts. Check out these two helpful tools when visit us! 

We are still waiting for all of our new OLO colors....will keep you posted :(

Our Basic Crafts area is growing with more crochet/knit tools, and yarns. We have also added Posca Pens and are adding more colors to our selection. The cute kits we are carrying (macrame and crocheted animals) are very popular. We are learning that beginners and tourists both like them. The kits are great with everything included. 

We are always on the lookout for NEW....so if you see something you think our customers might like, just let us know!