Friday, September 19, 2008

Martha Stewart sale

Em and I went a little nuts in the Martha Stewart section of Michael's last night. I came home with several things I've been eyeing, but hadn't been willing to shell out for yet. Oh, the difference a 30% discount makes. It's funny how different percentages have such a big psychological impact. A 10% discount wouldn't get me out of the house, and a 50% would have sent me on a shopping rampage.

A 30% discount gets me this, apparently:
A ribbon dispenser box
This pretty ribbon in a couple of shades
Goodie boxes that will jazz up homemade Christmas candy gifts

Goodie bags -ditto

The sale runs until the 20th, so you've still got a day to hit it up. I guess technically these aren't necessary purchases, but I do so love good packaging and last year I didn't think ahead and was forced to try to make saran wrap look classy. Not an easy task, by the way, and certainly disappointing after I spent hours icing over sized gingerbread cookies to perfection.

8 comments:

  1. love her packaging and I always have some on hand for making and creating gifts to give to special people.
    always comments on the packaging. now i must own that ribbon box!

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  2. I want that ribbon box!!!!

    You have a neat blog.....I plan to visit often!

    I am a newbie blogger but I thick it is too much FUN!

    MIMILEE<><

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  3. so glad you got the ribbon box, it's going to be so nice to have around christmas time!

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  4. i could probably spend the entire day looking at all the pretty ribbons at michael's and hobby lobby. that ribbon and dispenser box is awesome! have fun with your new finds!

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  5. Martha has a GREAT display in Michaels! One could go crazy spending money!

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  6. I could spend a small fortune at Michaels...so much neat stuff!

    I just discovered your blog and I LOVE it! I adore cooking (and Martha Stewart) and your blog has been very inspirational!

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  7. RATS! How could I miss this!?!? I have been STALKING the Martha Stewart shelves at Michaels for months! Jealous of your purchases!

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  8. I love all her packaging items too. It's such an easy Christmas gift for food, and looks so pretty. One year I did a roasted/sugared nut mixture and it was so great to give out.

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