Tuesday
Sep152009
My Toy Store
Sam Flax in Atlanta is one of those places that just makes me happy. Not only is it packed with needful things, it is full of inspiration. I will actually just roam the isles and get ideas. As I have mentioned, I love stationary goods and there is lots of that here including the beautiful calendar by Papaya above. They also carry a variety of inkjet papers, canvases, painting supplies, frames, art books, scrap booking supplies plus an array of cases and portfolios. There is also a professional framing department and a consultation area for ordering invitations and other personalized items. 
On my most recent trip last week I needed a frame for a pretty Ruben Toledo illustration I was given many years ago. I had it tacked to the wall without any protection, which is not wise. I picked up a simple wide black frame but miscalculated the image size so the precut mat was too small. I flipped it and attached the picture with decorative japanese masking tape. I am pretty happy with the result.
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Reader Comments (2)
I live less than 1/2 mile from Sam Flax and, therefore, spend way more time (and money) in there than I should. Love, love, love Sam Flax!!!
Why can't they have that wonderful shop where I live?? Probably saving me some money though without it. I love stores like that. Just walking through ignites creativity and project ideas.