International Shipping Suspended

Do to recent difficulty with International shipping, The Craft Pantry is not going to be taking International orders at this time. The main reason, packages shipped via First Class International (the least expensive option) DO NOT have tracking and are not covered by the PayPal Seller Protection. Here are a few other reasons:

1) As stated, there is no Tracking or Delivery Confirmation for USPS First Class International packages, thus, if they get lost, both the buyer and me are out of luck.
2) Almost all of the International orders I receive are NOT insured by PayPal when shipped
3) The International packages I send often get opened by Customs and searched. Of late, many of these packages are getting "stuck" in customs. Many of them are not re-sealed properly, thus merchandise is either taken or falls out. I end up replacing a lot of orders for this reason and I lose money every time.
4) Unlike First Class Domestic packages, which I can drop in a drop box or have my Postman pick up, I have to hand deliver First Class International packages to a Post Office, (in my case 15 minutes away).

Tote of the Week!

Beginning today, June 1, I will begin a new promotion at The Craft Pantry. Each week I will offer a "Tote of the Week" for the very handsome price of only $10!!! First Tote of the Week is the Classic Style "I ♥ Handmade" This tote will be offered for $10 from June 1 - 7 only.

Here are the details:

~ The Tote of the Week will be offered for $10 for one week only
~ I randomly choose atote each week and list it on Monday
~ Regular shipping rates still apply

So, with that, here ya go.... http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=23832273

Keep Calm and Carry On

The now infamous saying, (see more about it's history here: http://www.keepcalmandcarryon.com/pages/history) has now joined The Craft Pantry. I created my image from scratch, using a Rubber Stamp of the World War II British Government's Ministry of Information slogan. After I stamped the image, I scanned it and placed it atop a colored background with border. The image is not the crisp clear text you are used to seeing, rather it is a rougher looking rubber stamped image. Available now in the Classic tote in an array of colors. Cards to follow. Enjoy!

On the Mend

Wow! What a week. Last week the kids started spiking fevers and on Mother's Day I woke up sick too. It was the Flu. Not the fancy Swine Flu, just the good ol' fashioned variety. By Tuesday, I had developed Bronchitis. The good news is, the kids have rebounded quickly. This morning I woke up without a fever for the first time in days. Now, if I can just wake up with all of my energy back.

May began with big plans for lots of new designs and products. Clearly that has been pushed back. I do have some new designs ready to go and I hope to have them rolled out next week. Still aiming for some sales promotions end of month or June.

Stay tuned, we'll break into Spring and Summer soon enough. A little taste below.

Thank you for your continued patience!!!

Cheers!

Cammie

US Weekly Magazine Feature!

Such a thrill to be featured in the April 27 Issue of US Weekly Magazine. Here it is...

Thank you to ALL of my amazing Customers!!!

Another Feature...

Hey All! It's been a looong while since I've blogged. Took a little hiatus. Thought now was as good a time as any to start back up. I'm excited to share it looks like The Craft Pantry will be taking up a lil' space in this weeks issue of US Weekly Magazine. Woot! They are featuring my signature Family Market Tote. Hits newstands this Friday, April 17. Check it out!

Also, for those still interested, My Knitter's Tote that was featured in the Feb/Mar issue of Hallmark Magazine is still being offered at the discount price of $15. Still a few left! Get 'em while they last!Thanks to all my amazing Family & Friends for your continued support!

Best!

Cammie

Valentine's Breakfast at Tiffany's

My husband. Can't think of anything he doesn't do really well. Valentine's, while historically a day not recognized on any calendar I owned, has been beyond magical the last 9 years of my life. This morning, breakfast at Tiffany's...sort of. God Bless the maker's of this fine Tiffany Sugar Cookie, lil' bit o' Heaven.
Thank you love!
Happy Valentine's Day to All!

Extended Vacation

Due to extenuating circumstances, delays in product arrival, over-shot deadlines, family illness, an overloaded calendar and a bit o' fatigue... I've just extended my "vacation." Wish it were because I was having a blast in Sunnyville and decided to prolong the fun. But, alas, I have much to do and will simply need more time to do it. So, here is a revised Feb Schedule.

◘ The Craft Pantry will be closed for VACATION 2/6 thru 2/23
◘ NEW SALE items will be listed 2/23 to clear out inventory and all "OOPS" totes
◘ Tote Price increases will take effect 2/23
◘ NEW Spring designs will be released the end of February, into March