my3freaks
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Post by my3freaks on May 5, 2015 0:39:56 GMT
It's been a long time since I shopped online for scrapbook supplies, but I'm looking for a few things that I can't find at Hobby Lobby, Michaels, or Joann's. I haven't actually scrapbooked in well over a year, but got a Cricut Explore for Christmas and want to get back to it. I need the creative outlet  What online stores do you recommend? |
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Post by alissa103 on May 5, 2015 1:31:38 GMT
My FAVORITE is A Cherry on Top I like how they have the store set up and I think they run some pretty great sales. For NSD this weekend, they had 20% off your whole order, including shipping. Their shipping is also very reasonable. And you can use "points" to pay for part of your order as well. Points accrue from purchases, playing a cherry hunt game on their website, playing along with challenges during crops, etc. They also ship super fast. This March I placed an order Wednesday morning and it was packed and shipped that day. It arrived on my doorstep 2 days later!!! And I'm not close to them, either. I think the store is in MI and I'm in TN. I don't expect to get my order so fast this time since I know this sale was popular and I'm sure they have a zillion orders to pack. They also seem to carry the brands and goodies that I buy and don't seem to sell out of stuff in 3 seconds like some stores. I also like that you can call an actual phone number and speak to an actual person if you need to. I have done that when I messed up an order (MY FAULT) and they fixed it, cheerfully, without charging me extra and giving me the sale price (even though the sale was over and I didn't ask them to do that, she just did it). I also like and order from Scrapbook.com I have never had a bad experience with them and think they carry a ton of stuff I like as well. I think their shipping is a bit higher, but sometimes their prices are better than other sites so it might even out, especially on stuff like dies, storage containers, etc. I've just been shopping with ACOT longer so I have some loyalty there and tend to shop them first before looking at SB.com. I have also shopped at Joanns.com b/c the online store carries more brands than in-store. But their shipping takes weeks. And I only do that when it's an awesome sale and I don't mind waiting. I like them for things like albums, refills, stuff like that, when they're having a big sale. |
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Post by alissa103 on May 5, 2015 1:33:28 GMT
If you want to order from ACOT, I just noticed that their sale actually ends TODAY not yesterday! So you can take 20% off your whole order (including shipping) with the code NSD2015 |
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Post by anniefb on May 5, 2015 3:50:07 GMT
A Cherry on Top, Scrapbook.com, Simon Says Stamp and Papertrey Ink are the 4 stores I buy from most often.
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Post by cinderelly on May 5, 2015 4:19:41 GMT
I shop almost exclusively from Acherryontop.com these days though I have ordered from scrapbook.com a couple times. ACOT seems to get the best selection of new products (at least brands I look for) and they almost always have coupon codes. You can also earn points by finding "cherries" on the site, reviewing products etc that you can cash in for rewards. They have excellent customer service and fast shipping. I've never been disappointed ordering from ACOT!
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Post by Eddie-n-Harley on May 5, 2015 4:31:49 GMT
I mostly order from A Cherry On Top and eBay (where I usually go to buy one item at a time because it's freakin' sold out at ACOT, lol!) I have had good luck with Simon, although I know a lot of people on Splitcoast have complained about them. What gives ACOT the edge over Simon is that Simon has flat rate shipping, but ACOT adjusts somewhat for weight (mostly pretty accurately) and size. That means that when I ordered four bottles of stickles and a 6x6 paper pad, ACOT only charged me $2.99 to ship, while Simon still wanted $7.99.
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dald222
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Post by dald222 on May 5, 2015 5:57:15 GMT
my favorite is Scrapbook .com They have everything. They have awesome service. They pack things very well I have been buying for about 3 years. I have never had a mistake in an order or had one thing even close to being damaged. They want you to be happy. I called to return something & they didn't even ask why They really care about their customers |
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Post by streetscrapper on May 5, 2015 11:19:49 GMT
I always shop at Simon Says Stamp mostly because I'm in Canada and I have never paid duty for anything I've bought. I'd love to hear from other Canadian shoppers about ACOT. I've considered buying from them but have yet to do so.
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Post by isbaha on May 5, 2015 11:57:41 GMT
If I lived in USA, I think I would love Scrapbook generation because of the bankit option link |
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Post by Deleted on May 5, 2015 12:17:53 GMT
Paper issues is my go to. They have 20% off pretty much every day with code Facebook. They have all the new stuff, split project life kits, and have crazy fast shipping! paperissuesstore.myshopify.com/ |
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Post by KikiPea on May 5, 2015 13:06:45 GMT
Mostly SB.com, but if they don't have what I need, either ACOT, or whoever has what I'm looking for.
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Post by Crazyhare on May 5, 2015 13:28:45 GMT
Scrapbookgeneration.com
I use the BankIt option. I can buy during any of their sales and they hold my orders until I have reached their free shipping theshold ($75)
So I may place a $20 order today and a larger $60 next week. And they both ship after the second order is placed.
It works well for me. I usually buy older items, so I'm not in a hurry to receive them. And my money goes farther that way. I usually have a good bit of clearance items and those still count towards the $75.
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tiffanytwisted
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Post by tiffanytwisted on May 5, 2015 16:21:15 GMT
I've shopped at most of the places already listed. I have also purchased things from Amazon.
Paperwishes has great customer service.
I've found the best deal for my adhesive refills (Glue Glider Pro) at Walmart.com.
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Post by alissa103 on May 5, 2015 17:31:28 GMT
I have ordered from scrapbook generation in the past, but that was just sketchbooks, before they started their online store with other stuff in it. BUT last week I bought the "boy crazy" kit club special they had and added some things to my cart from their store then, mostly sale stuff. I havent gotten my things yet, but I'll let you know what I think when I do. |
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Post by oaksong on May 5, 2015 18:42:24 GMT
Usually A Cherry on Top, but sometimes Scrapbook.com. I also watch the daily deal sites Scrapbook Steals, Peachy Cheap and Crafty Steals for things like enamel dots, brads, things in bulk that will go with everything. There are some other good suggestions here. I'll have to check them out. ACOT has such a good selection, it makes it easier to get little bits from different lines to put together a decent order for a lower shipping rate.
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Post by kimberlyr on May 5, 2015 19:14:49 GMT
I like bargainpack.com They have reasonable prices and shipping!
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my3freaks
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Post by my3freaks on May 5, 2015 19:55:18 GMT
Thanks everyone! I'm going to check these all out. I used to have an Archivers about a mile away, and several other LSS. They are all gone now. My best friend, who I also scrapbooked with moved out of state almost 2 years ago and that contributed to my slump also I think. I have fairly severe depression, and think getting back to a hobby that I used to love will help me. I have a whole rooms worth of "stuff" and it's overwhelming. My daughter just got braces a couple weeks ago, and I ordered prints of pictures I took at the ortho appointments, so I "need" some stuff to go with them I also need to learn how to use my Explore! My girlfriend and I are having a "video scrapbook day" in a couple weeks so I'm getting ready! |
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Post by mikklynn on May 5, 2015 20:13:59 GMT
I shop at A Cherry On Top (ACOT), scrapbook.com, Peachy Cheap (daily deal type site), and Amazon.
I buy all my adhesives on Amazon.
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Post by threegirls on May 6, 2015 1:23:37 GMT
A Cherry on Top PeachyCheap Scrapbooksteals Craftysteals allscrapbooksteals I have never ordered from them but there is archivers annex www.archiversannex.com/ |
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LisaDorothy
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Post by LisaDorothy on May 6, 2015 1:40:53 GMT
I've been happy ordering from:
Scrapbook.com
PeachyCheap
Scrapbooksteals
Scrapbookpal.com
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Post by GiantsFan on May 6, 2015 4:12:45 GMT
I mainly shop at Simon Says Stamp. But also check eBay and depending on what I'm looking for, Amazon.
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Post by FurryP on May 6, 2015 4:32:38 GMT
Nobody's mentioned Blue Moon Scrapbooking? They are awesome also. Free shipping with $50 purch, no code needed.
I have also had good service from Emma's Paperie.
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Post by AngieandSnoopy on May 6, 2015 5:46:08 GMT
I don't buy paper online, but I do buy cardstock online. I mainly buy dies, stamps, embossing powder, ink pads and tools online. I buy from Frantic Stamper, Joanns, Sizzix and Walmart.com.
You'd be surprised what you can find at Walmart.com and the prices aren't too bad even before my discount. You do have to make sure that you are getting it from Walmart NOT one of the other companies that show up in the listing, you can click only Walmart.com on the left but STILL have to make sure. Not always easy to search easily but sometimes worth the trouble because you can get free shipping to the store.
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tiffanytwisted
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Post by tiffanytwisted on May 6, 2015 22:05:09 GMT
I also watch the daily deal sites Scrapbook Steals, Peachy Cheap and Crafty Steals Oooh! I forgot about them, lol. |
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Post by Deleted on May 8, 2015 14:38:28 GMT
Stampin Up!
Impress Rubber Stamps
Simon Says Stamp
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Post by gramasue on May 9, 2015 1:21:41 GMT
I used to buy a lot on ebay.ca, but with the dollar being the way it is right now, it's too expensive, as all prices are in U.S. dollars. I have purchased on ebay from Simon, and always been happy with their service and products. Luckily, I haven't really needed anything much besides paper lately, and Amazon.ca has a good selection. I'm a Prime member, so the shipping has been paid for already.
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Post by alissa103 on May 9, 2015 23:49:06 GMT
Update!!! I said I'd report back after getting my order from Scrapbook Generation and I'm VERY happy My stuff was packed carefully and arrived in perfect condition. I had also written in the notes section of my order that I would love a boy-friendly 6x6 pad as part of my freebie from a special they had if it was possible. And someone had written "of course" with a smiley on my order They sent the Jack & Jill boy pad and I'm excited bc I don't have that one, but have been eyeing it! The owner (Debbie) also wrote me a handwritten note in my order with a goodie and that was so sweet and unexpected. Scrapbook Generation has some good people! Oh, and this was a box that was two separate orders combined. That is really, really nice that you can do this with them. I think they're the only store that does this. It's a nice perk. You can have your orders held to ship with your monthly kit by picking "add-on" (which is what I did since I'm now getting the boy crazy kit club) OR choose the "bank-it" option so that your orders will all be shipped at once when you reach $75 (their free shipping threshold). I'm also pretty impressed with the amount of stuff they have in their online store now. I had no trouble finding what I wanted and no trouble spending my money. Ha ha! |
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Post by Deleted on May 11, 2015 15:07:40 GMT
I placed an order with Scrapbook.com last week when they had their free shipping over $50 coupon. I bought over 40 pieces of patterned paper and some embellishments. It arrived quickly (just 5 days) and in perfect shape. Not one bent corner.  I'm so thrilled with them that I have another order ready to go! |
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Post by myboysnme on May 11, 2015 16:25:38 GMT
I buy adhesive from scrapbookpal.com and I buy paper from scrapyourtrip.com. I use ebay for stickers and embellies.
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Post by myboysnme on May 12, 2015 23:16:54 GMT
I have to add amazon.com - I ordered WRMK page protectors last night and they were on my doorstep today! And they were half as much as Joann.com.
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What online stores do you recommend?
I'm so thrilled with them that I have another order ready to go!
