For the upcoming months, I want to introduce a new sometimes-Friday feature here, Friday Finds, highlighting some of my favorite gift ideas for creative families. I've arranged some giveaways and some discounts, too...so I hope it will not only give you some new gift ideas, but also pass on some savings, and a chance to maybe win something too!
A few months back, the Chicken had a post about Stubby Pencil Studio which sent me straight to draining my Paypal account in a batch of new art supplies. Because I fully agree with Amy in that there is 'nothing better than new art supplies". Seriously. Nothing better. And new art supplies that are eco-friendly, affordable and adorable to boot? Rock on, I say.
Our first order contained some of the soy wax crayon rocks, which became an instant hit with Adelaide, who carried them around like a treasure (and are such a great option for little ones who still think eating crayons is the way to go). And Smencils, which became a love something close to an obsession with Calvin and Ezra (and, um, a bit of a challenge for their first-trimester smell-sensitive Mama at the time). I, on the other hand, became nearly as obsessed with the triangular graphite pencils, (and admittedly get a little grumpy when they go missing from my pencil holder). Good stuff - all of it.
Quickly, I became a repeat customer, trying out a few new little things here and there. And I think I can difinitively say that something from Stubby Pencil Studio has worked its way into every child's birthday gift we've given in the past six months - a handmade bag of art supplies being my favorite stand-by birthday gift to give. (Because, of course, it's what I would want if I were turning 3, 6, or...32).
When I thought about this new feature, Stubby Pencil Studio was the first to come to mind. A small family company who carries affordable, eco-friendly products for creative families, and whose many offerings we love and use everyday. I think you'll like them too.
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Kate at Stubby Pencil Studio is putting together a fun little collection for a giveaway here. So if you'd like a chance to win a package of treats from Stubby Pencil Studio, leave a comment on this post. I'll close the comments and announce the winner on Sunday, 9am EST.
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Entries are closed! With all those lovely entries, Stubby Pencil Studio graciously offered to do TWO giveaways. Thanks to everyone for playing along. The winners are Angel Funk & Nicole:
I love the rock crayons! They are so cool and come in the loveliest colors. And I really appreciate the goal of the company, too.
Posted by: Angel Funk | October 17, 2008 at 10:28 AM
wow! 1565th comment!
thanks for sharing...i know where to go for art supplies come holiday gift giving time.
Posted by: nicole | October 18, 2008 at 01:25 PM