I happily would like to report that we can now find some fancy scrapbooking papers, Bazzill cardstock (!) some coloured flower brads, stamps and die-cutters (Sizzix!) in Catcity. Also there are some nifty embellishments, ranging from fancy 3D-stickers to felt, plastic and paper flowers.
Admittedly, the selection isn't exactly HUGE but it is thrilling nevertheless to finally be able to find some scrapbook items in Kuching. Its like a dream come true to finally be able to peruse scrapbook supplies a mere 10 minutes drive away from home (as oppose to at least one and a half hour of air travel!)
Am rather concerned whether this one of a kind 'gift shop' would continue bringing in and stocking up on scrapbook items. I noticed (in that one hour of being there) I was just about the ONLY one browsing through the shop's fancy papers and scrapbook embellishments supplies and buying what I thought i could use. Don't get me wrong, the shop didn't lack customers, its just they were more keen on cuddly toys, cute knick-knacks and fanciful what-nots.
Must seriously consider infecting others with scrapbooking interests.
Thing is, there is the important costs consideration to weigh. I doubt many people in my part of the world would spend RM5 (which can actually buy a complete meal and drink!) on a 12X12 inch cardstock when they can buy a 30x25inch card-like paper for half the price (or maybe even less)!
The last shop (more of a specialised stationary shop) that stocked all manner of paints, writing instruments and paper tools happened to also stock fancy paper cutters and card stock like texturd papers. Its sadly closed down due to lack of business - which leaves us paper enthusiasts and artists out in the cold ...
So here's to Pick and Pack! May your business thrive and flourish - especially in the scrapbooking department!
No comments:
Post a Comment