Overstock flash sale

hi all - During "normal" times, this wouldn't be considered overstock, but this is definitely not a normal time.  We'd like to reduce our inventory down to more manageable levels, and are currently going through stock, doing inventory counts, making lists, and - haha - checking 'em twice. We started our inventory count today with…

Creative in Quarantine!

Hi all, We are so happy to see everyone creating beauty in this not-so-beautiful situation. We had a great response to our last blog post.  See images below from our customers who are taking this time to get re-inspired! For those who are looking to go even further with your own artistic ventures, our dear…

oops…

Darn it... For some reason, images DON'T attach if you try to send them as a response to our blog posts.  If you want to send us some of your amazing artwork, please don't hit "REPLY" - rather, please send images to us at  artcentralslo@yahoo.com Thanks!

Let’s get inspired!

We hope everyone is healthy and well during this crazy time. In these challenging circumstances, retaining our creative flow can be difficult.  Sometimes just taking a break from your usual routine can be enough to jump-start your creativity.  Below are a few simple, non-intimidating projects.  These are designed to be easy... non-stressful... get your creative…

would you like fries with that?

This curbside thing seems to be working - I truly appreciate how patient everyone has been - this isn't easy for any of us, and the best way to get through it is to be as kind to each other as possible. I've tentatively decided to come in 3 days next week - Monday, Wednesday…

staycations are overrated

Hi all - 3/24 - Update to last night's post:  (See below to read that) - I was at the store today with Chris as awesome first mate, and together we started rearranging the storeroom (which badly needs doing).  We were all set to continue, then the phone started ringing like crazy with requests.  I'm…

This too shall pass!

dear friends - effective tomorrow evening at 5pm (Thursday March 19th), we in SLO County will officially be on "shelter-at-home" status - see this link for more info:  readyslo.org. I know that we can weather the storm, and to be honest, I could use a bit of time at home - a stay-cation will give…

Come and get supplies to be creative at home!

Please forgive us if you receive this post twice, but we believe that many didn't get it.  Because we wanted to advise you of our temporary decrease in store hours, we opted to re-send it.  Thank you for your understanding - etty Re: COVID-19  Dear friends - In the interest of keeping our customers and…

Come and get supplies to be creative at home!

Re: COVID-19  Dear friends - In the interest of keeping our customers and employees healthy and safe we continue to follow the daily updates and guidelines recommended by SLO Public Health. We're routinely disinfecting all door handles, counter tops, pin pads and common touch points. Please help the community by staying home if you're feeling…

an ounce of prevention…

Dear friends - We want to keep at top of mind the health and well being of our customers, class attendees and employees, as we look at possible actions to take based on the information available about COVID-19.  The California Dept. of Public Health has recommended that the public adopt "social distancing" measures. At this time…