Karen and I would like to thank you all for being so supportive of Scottsdale Pen during our first year. It is ironic that we opened our store December 1st, 2oo7, what is now being called the beginning of the recession. However, even against that challenging backdrop, we're pleased to say that our year was very successful and the holiday shopping season was busy. We couldn't have done it without you!
With your continued support we anticipate an exciting 2009. In the meantime, we wish you and yours a happy, healthy, and prosperous New Year.
Friday, December 26, 2008
Tuesday, December 9, 2008
Factory Authorized Sale in Progress
For the holiday season the kind folks at Sanford have authorized a 20% off sale on all Parker and Waterman pens. This is a wonderful opportunity to stock up on some great pens for you and yours at reduced prices.
The holiday season is off to a great start. Hot stocking stuffers include pens from Lamy and Retro 51, while people looking for "impact" gifts have been gravitating towards the Visconti Black Divina, the Waterman Exception, and the Cross Apogee in rose gold.
We cannot publish prices on our "in-store" specials, but you'll find some incredible bargains if you come into the store. The sun is shining, the weather is great, so come on in and have some fun!
The holiday season is off to a great start. Hot stocking stuffers include pens from Lamy and Retro 51, while people looking for "impact" gifts have been gravitating towards the Visconti Black Divina, the Waterman Exception, and the Cross Apogee in rose gold.
We cannot publish prices on our "in-store" specials, but you'll find some incredible bargains if you come into the store. The sun is shining, the weather is great, so come on in and have some fun!
Tuesday, December 2, 2008
Thanksgiving Update
With all you hear about "Black Friday" I figured I'd update you on happenings in our little slice of retail heaven. In a word, "busy". Overall, we had a very busy week with Saturday being the big day. Interestingly enough, we did almost equal sales volume on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday. We had a strong November to mark the one-year anniversary of Scottsdale Pen.
But we were busy for other reasons last week, too. Our son came in from NAU for the holiday weekend, while our daughter threw a large party on Saturday night to celebrate her 17th birthday. And, we're breaking in a new puppy, too. Yep, we had our hands full last week.
If you're in the area please stop in. We're offering special in-store savings on many items. Prices are too low to publish!
But we were busy for other reasons last week, too. Our son came in from NAU for the holiday weekend, while our daughter threw a large party on Saturday night to celebrate her 17th birthday. And, we're breaking in a new puppy, too. Yep, we had our hands full last week.
If you're in the area please stop in. We're offering special in-store savings on many items. Prices are too low to publish!
Saturday, November 22, 2008
Trunk Show Report
Our 1st Annual Fall Trunk Show and Sale, held November 14-15, is one for the history books now and we couldn't be happier with the results. Our thanks to Tess from Acme, Kathryn from Cross, Ryan from Michel Perchin/Faber-Castell, and BC from too many brands to list, for your generous gift of time and expertise in helping to make our event a success. Thanks go out also to people behind the scenes who sent in stock to boost our store including Danean from Aurora/Omas, Jeanette from Parker/Waterman, Dana from Krone, Cathy with Caran d'Ache, Lamy, and Yard-O-Led, and Rick from William Henry.
Of course the biggest thank you goes out to you, our wonderful customers, who took time out from your busy lives to attend our little event. Scottsdale Pen would only be a theory without you. Have an amazing Thanksgiving and keep on writing!
Of course the biggest thank you goes out to you, our wonderful customers, who took time out from your busy lives to attend our little event. Scottsdale Pen would only be a theory without you. Have an amazing Thanksgiving and keep on writing!
Wednesday, October 22, 2008
Fall Update
I can't believe how much time has passed since my last blog. Just to follow up, we did not bring in much in the way of vintage pens yet. There are some collections floating around nearby, so let me know if there is something you seek and we'll see if we can help.
Our vacation in early August was a one week trip to Seattle for a family wedding. The weather was just right, meaning the temperatures were mostly between 70 and 80, a perfect break for us desert dwellers. We had sunshine and we had rain, we had wonderful meals with family that we see too seldom, and did some incredible kite flying with my cousin and her husband.
Back here at the store we had a good summer and have officially firmed up November 14-15 for our 1st Annual Fall Trunk Show. We are expecting reps from Acme, Cross, Faber-Castell, and Michel Perchin. Other manufacturers have agreed to send in some special items for the show. I believe we're going have a calligrapher here at the same time- that's going to be a real treat as she is a very talented artist.
We are back to normal hours, which means we're open seven days a week. Since we're active with our daughter's high school marching band we are usually not open late on Friday nights yet, but that will change soon enough.
We are adding new items as we can. We've just received some of the Waterman Perspective and Waterman Expert City Line, and put in a display of high quality ink pots and pen holders from El Casco of Spain. From Monteverde see the Artista Wild Stripes and the Jewelria woods, while from Pelikan be awed by the limited Yellow Toledo. From Montblanc we have an amazing selection of sold out limited editions, while from Visconti some new colors in the Van Gogh line have brightened our showcase.
Our vacation in early August was a one week trip to Seattle for a family wedding. The weather was just right, meaning the temperatures were mostly between 70 and 80, a perfect break for us desert dwellers. We had sunshine and we had rain, we had wonderful meals with family that we see too seldom, and did some incredible kite flying with my cousin and her husband.
Back here at the store we had a good summer and have officially firmed up November 14-15 for our 1st Annual Fall Trunk Show. We are expecting reps from Acme, Cross, Faber-Castell, and Michel Perchin. Other manufacturers have agreed to send in some special items for the show. I believe we're going have a calligrapher here at the same time- that's going to be a real treat as she is a very talented artist.
We are back to normal hours, which means we're open seven days a week. Since we're active with our daughter's high school marching band we are usually not open late on Friday nights yet, but that will change soon enough.
We are adding new items as we can. We've just received some of the Waterman Perspective and Waterman Expert City Line, and put in a display of high quality ink pots and pen holders from El Casco of Spain. From Monteverde see the Artista Wild Stripes and the Jewelria woods, while from Pelikan be awed by the limited Yellow Toledo. From Montblanc we have an amazing selection of sold out limited editions, while from Visconti some new colors in the Van Gogh line have brightened our showcase.
Tuesday, July 8, 2008
What's Hot Besides the Weather?
We're into that time of year in Scottsdale when we dream of the winter season ahead. That seems far away right now, but we're in the early stages of planning trunk shows later this year and into 2009. Special events always ramp up the excitement factor and we're always up for a good time!
We're also in the early stages of bringing in consignment goods from pen collectors. We will be showing vintage pens dating back to the 1920's along with more modern pens that may no longer be in production or are from limited edition collections. Recently, famed vintage pen expert and author George Fischler stopped in to say hello. With some luck he will be assisting us in determining fair market value for some of our older items.
During the summer months Scottsdale Pen will not be open in the evenings and closed on Mondays. We will also be out on vacation from July 29 through August 4.
We're also in the early stages of bringing in consignment goods from pen collectors. We will be showing vintage pens dating back to the 1920's along with more modern pens that may no longer be in production or are from limited edition collections. Recently, famed vintage pen expert and author George Fischler stopped in to say hello. With some luck he will be assisting us in determining fair market value for some of our older items.
During the summer months Scottsdale Pen will not be open in the evenings and closed on Mondays. We will also be out on vacation from July 29 through August 4.
Thursday, April 24, 2008
New Shop Dog, New Brands
This past month has been a busy one. Perhaps the first big event was the arrival of Emma, who has become the shop dog. A diminutive four pounds, she's a six-year old "Tea Cup" Yorkie that loves lots of attention and doesn't care who that attention comes from. Emma had belonged to the groomer next door at Oh My Dog but decided to adopt us. After a couple of weeks of staying here and going home with the groomer all parties finally agreed that Emma belonged with us full-time. She joins a 12 year-old Jack Russell and a 6 year-old Mini Australian Shepherd as part of our family.
Besides a new dog, we also added new brands including On Line from Germany, Platinum of Japan, Yafa, and Yoropen to our growing blend of writing instruments. Our long awaited Via Veneto Torsion models arrived from Delta, and they are stunning, as did the wide-bodied Monteverde Mega Ballpoints. And if you haven't looked at Cross lately, check out the Sauvage collection with their sexy profiles and safari themed textures.
Besides a new dog, we also added new brands including On Line from Germany, Platinum of Japan, Yafa, and Yoropen to our growing blend of writing instruments. Our long awaited Via Veneto Torsion models arrived from Delta, and they are stunning, as did the wide-bodied Monteverde Mega Ballpoints. And if you haven't looked at Cross lately, check out the Sauvage collection with their sexy profiles and safari themed textures.
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