Heritage scrapbooking arrives in Cave Junction
Back when she was growing up and attending classes in the valley, Joanna Gavlik found herself sitting in the back of a classroom folding pieces of paper every way she could.
“I was always doing little paper crafts,” she said.
Years later, while attending nursing school in Pennsylvania, Gavlik started making scrapbooks. And now, she has decided to help others pursue that hobby by starting her own business, Heritage Moments Scrapbooking Supplies.
Located at 335 S. Redwood Hwy in Forest Plaza -- by Stevereno’s Family Restaurant and Cabin Chemistry -- Heritage carries a wide variety of photo paper, stickers, ribbons, die-cutting machines, templates and other scrapbooking accessories.
“We have everything you need to start,” Gavlik said. Her inspiration to open the store came when she realized that she knew of nowhere in Illinois Valley to purchase scrapbooking materials.
“I was going to Merlin to do it,” Gavlik said. “That’s pretty far out.”
Scrapbooking has become increasingly popular in recent years.
Gavlik said that the need has developed because “a lot of people get overwhelmed” when sorting through multiple stacks of photographs. But instead of doing that, scrapbooking enables people to pick a few pictures of significance and add a personal touch.
“A whole story is told for you, and it’s easy to understand,” Gavlik said. “There’s so much that you can do.”
Another added bonus is the satisfaction that comes from preserving memories and engaging in creative expression, all at the same time.
“It can make you feel good when you create a project and put the pieces together, and it turns into something nice,” Gavlik said.
Heritage opened March 5, and Gavlik said that business has been good so far.
“It’s all been word of mouth,” she said. “I’m really encouraged.”
A grand opening is scheduled for Saturday, April 14. Gavlik said that she plans to have raffles, food and special prize giveaways to celebrate.
This summer, Gavlik wants to have scrapbooking classes available for children. A list of classes will be presented during the grand opening festivities.
Heritage Moments Scrapbooking Supplies is open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesdays through Fridays, and 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturdays. The store is closed Sundays and Mondays.
For more information, phone 592-2212.
