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    NPR’s Freakanomics Makes a Point With the Everyday Pencil

    Courtesy of Kirstin at General Pencil: In an episode is called “How Can This Possibly Be True?” NPR’s Freakonomics Podcast explores a famous economist’s essay that features a pencil (yes, a pencil) arguing that “not a single person on the face of this earth knows how to make me.” Is the pencil just bragging? In any case, what can the pencil teach us about our global interdependence — and the proper role of government in the economy? Listen to the story of the pencil as well as an exploration of world economics as seen through the life and making of a pencil

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    Adult Coloring and Maped Graph’Peps Fineliner Pens are Made for Each Other!

    Maped Graph’Peps Felt Tipped Fineliner Pens are perfect for all Adult Coloring Book Creations! Maped Helix USA has launched extra-fine, 0.4mm felt tip fineliner pens in carded packs of 4 to 20. In addition, a display featuring 240 felt tipped fineliner pens is also available. Its vibrant, water based ink colors are perfect for all Adult Coloring Book creations! https://youtu.be/oY69WL7_UyE?list=PLAFFe6fbkFRJotckFx0zej9vyVh2lSAbd Featuring an ergonomically designed triangular barrel for the utmost writing comfort. Its metal nib extends life by protecting the felt tip when using a template, ruler or other straight-edge. These Felt Tipped Fineliner Pens are also perfect for various art projects, drawing, everyday writing or drafting! These NEW products will…

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    With sadness we report that Count Anton- Wolfgang von Faber-Castell, known by all as Count Tony, died after a severe illness on the 21st of January surrounded by his family in Houston, TX. He lived to the age of 74 and lead the Faber-Castell company for nearly 40 years. He leaves his wife Mary, four grown children and 7,000 worldwide employees. Michaels Companies Inc. announced on Feb. 2nd that it had bought Darice and Pat Catan’s parent company, Lamrite West Inc. for $150 million.  Lamrite West Chief Executive Officer Michael Catanzarite, whose father founded the company, will continue to lead his team as a unique brand under the Michaels corporate umbrella.…

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    abstract® Acrylic paint from Sennelier/Savoir Faire

    Modern Since 1887 For that artistic customer that is always looking for new ways to do things. abstract® is an innovative Acrylic system with revolutionary packaging. Painting straight out of the sturdy, yet flexible pouch through it’s beak type tip, makes abstract® ideal for large work and “street art”. The pouch is economical, totally squeezable, can sit upright on your shelf to display, and available in 60 brilliant colors – 36 Satin, 12 High Gloss, 6 Iridescent and 6 Fluorescent. The highly pigmented abstract® features a heavy-body texture that offers great covering power while enabling for a lot of transparency. Talk to your MacPherson’s Account Manager for Merchandising Options, the 5 Box…

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    Strathmore’s Online Workshop Series Drives Sales!

    Strathmore is excited to once again offer their free Online Workshop Series, which starts March 7, 2016! Take advantage of this consumer workshop series and increase your store’s traffic and sales. Promote the start of the workshops in your store, on your website, on social media, and drive sales as students purchase from the class supply list (there are over 37,000 students registered already). The Strathmore 2016 Online Workshop Series will again feature 3 different workshop series, with each series including 4 videos and downloadable instructions created by incredibly talented artists. Students follow along as instructors guide them through various topics and demonstrate useful tips, techniques, ideas and inspirations to get…

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    Golden News for February 2016

    NEW! Spring Promotional Period – Focus on QoR Watercolor! This is a great opportunity to focus on QoR in your store, right at the start of Watercolor season! QoR Watercolor Only – MAP on QoR During Spring Promotion at 40% off Receipt and Ship Dates: 02/08/16 – 04/15/16 Advertised Promotional Dates: 02/22/16 – 04/29/16 An extra 5% for each buy during the promotional period Check with your MacPherson’s Account Manager for any questions you may have. NAMTA Art Materials World 2016 is Just a Few Weeks Away! Golden is looking forward to seeing all of you in Houston in just a few short weeks. Please take a moment while at the show to…