Scribulz

A different and fun way to have your special event be remembered!

2010-05-31T12:03:00.001-07:00

Do you have a special event coming up? Wedding, Anniversary, Birthday Party, In Memory of, or just something you want to remember. Let us work with you on designing you own customized wooden coins for your guests to take with them as a keepsake. Our coins are 1.5 inches in diameter, with a soft beveled edge adding a nice feel to them. Our durable labeling is permanent and water resistant. With a high quality print and full color or by adding your special photo we’re sure your guest will love them!

SOME SAMPLE IDEA’S…

Anniversary/Wedding

Side One: have the photo of the happy couple,

Side Two: “Congratulations Anne & John, 2010”

Birthday Party/Sweet Sixteen

Side One: Photo of “Party Girl/Boy” ( Happy Sweet 16th around the outside of the coin)

Side Two: Sara’s Sweet 16th, 10/02/10

In Loving Memory of

Side One: Photo of deceased – “In loving memory off” around the picture

Side Two: RIP Grandma Dora 1938 - 2010

Remember…the coins are fully customizable, it’s up to you and your imagination!

We have a wide variety of clip art and graphics that we will add to compliment your coin if you would like. You will see the final design before it is printed. We can modify the design up to three times for no charge.

Set up and design for one front and one back are FREE!!

Additional designs are only $10.00 per side.

Our minimums are 100 coins for only $100.00!

Fast turn around time!

For a limited time we will also provide FREE Priority Shipping (2-3 days)

Expires: July 15, 2010

email us today to get things started!

Summer Tourist & Children Reading Program

2010-05-08T11:48:00.000-07:00

We have started the Anacortes Tourist Program again for the next six months. Come in to the Port of Anacortes office and pick up your Anacortes coins to save at a variety of businesses in town!

Also, we are participating in the Library Kids Summer Reading Program this year. When the kids finish a book they are given a prize…one of the prizes will be a Scribulz coin for a FREE Small Milkshake at the Fidalgo Drive In!

Remember…with summer just around the corner, get your customized Scribulz to help with any events or just to give to your customers to save on their next visit… If you want to stand out and be different from all those boring coupons, you know where to find us. imagine@Scribulz.com

Anacortes Hometown Coin

2010-01-28T10:18:00.000-08:00

As seen on King 5 News - click here

Participating Merchants List updated March 1st (see below)

We are proud to present to the people of Anacortes their own Hometown coin. There has been a great reception for this and are happy to be a part of this unique endeavor.

Starting the first week in November, local businesses will be making the coin available to their customers so that they may take advantage of discounted offerings at all participating merchants. Since the coin design is the same, they will be accepted at all businesses that have joined the program.

For example, a customer could buy a latte at a coffee shop and receive an Anacortes coin, then use it at a participating Hardware store to save on their purchase.

Currently there are over 40 businesses on board and excited about offering their services to all locals. Below is the program launch list of Merchants and will be adding more as people join.

We encourage everyone to be a part of this special local program and look for the Anacortes Coin window sign that identifies who is participating.

You can also ask your favorite local business to join in the fun and contact us.

Thank you to the following businesses for helping locals shop locally!

2Q Nails
Agave Taqueria
Anacortes Beads

Anacortes Ship Harbor Inn
Birch Equipment Rental & Sales
Brown Lantern
Burton Jewelers
Calico Cupboard Cafe
Fidalgo Drive-in
Island Optometry Clinic
Island Rentals and Supply
Left Bank Antiques
Lil Bits of Everything
Marina Inn
Orca Spa & Pool
Penguin Coffee
Piston Service Inc.
Radio Shack
Randy's Pier
Read Me a Story
Rockfish Grill
San Juan Lanes
Sebo's Hardware
Select Styling LLC.
Skagit Auto Parts (NAPA)
Starbar
Sunnyhill Kennels
The Hair Shoppe
Tracys Furniture
U-Save Auto Rental
Upstage BTQ
Village Pizza
West Marine
Westside Pizza
Whidbey Coffee
Your Stove Shop

For those businesses outside of Anacortes that would like to start up their own local Hometown Coin Program, be sure to contact us for further information.

Patricia Carr
Scribulz
(360)202-6868
(866)720-1295 Fax

http://www.scribulz.com/

imagine@Scribulz.com
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"Your Advertising & Promotions Solution"

Monthly Special

2010-01-11T17:18:00.000-08:00

This month we will be offering FREE Priority Shipping on all customized orders. When contacting us, please mention this monthly special.

Calling all Chamber of Commerce (Hometown Coin Program)

2010-01-11T14:22:00.000-08:00

Your Hometown Coin Program

(geared towards Chambers and others that could coordinate a community program)

A unique program that strengthens local business cross promotion, helps retain local customers, and providing your town with something they can call their own. As we all know the importance of keeping our locals spending their dollars in our small towns, this is a great tool to help entice “locals to shop locally”.

How does it work?

Every participating Merchant will have Hometown coins to handout to their customers. They can choose and change their offering/discount at anytime. Based on what or how much a customer spends, the Merchant will give out a Hometown coin and allow customers to use at any of the participating businesses. All Merchants will benefit by enticing people to buy something to get a coin and also to use the coin on their next visit. The natural and fun aspects of this program will cause infectious “word of mouth” advertising for all businesses.

For example, a customer could buy a latte at a coffee shop and receive a Hometown coin, then use it at a participating Hardware store to save on their purchase.

Here is a News story on the Hometown coin Program and how it can be used. - http://www.king5.com/news/consumer/Merchants-find-way-to-keep-customers-in-Anacortes-NEW-73091537.html

What do the coins look like?

Here is an example of the Anacortes Hometown coin (front and back):

Scribulz coins are made from real maple wood with a specially designed durable label material that is scratch and water resistant. They come in a 1.5" diameter size with a beveled edge for a nice finishing touch.

What is the cost?

The program is funded by the Merchants. The Chamber will be distributing the kits and collecting the funds. The cost per Merchant is only $70 to the Chamber every 3 months, but in order to supplement any Chamber costs, you may charge the Merchants up to $100.00 for the kit. This gives the Chamber the option to collect a 30% margin per kit sold. This would help to fund the marketing of the program, time spent running the program, and other Chamber initiatives.

A kit includes: 100 Hometown Coins, a window decal that looks like the front of the coin so that the locals know they are participating, and a 5x7 acrylic counter top sign.

We provide FREE shipping for the consolidated orders going to the Chamber every 3 months. If smaller orders are needed due to demand, shipping will be based on weight.

What is the involvement of the Chamber for this program?

We like to work with one Chamber assigned Representative to finalize the Hometown coin design, send information to for the participating Merchants, and help support the program by answering questions, etc..

The Chamber will also be collecting payment from the Merchants every three months and receiving 100 new coins per business to handout.

**You can give an incentive to the first few businesses that sign up at a lower price, if you feel this would get the “ball rolling”**

Is there any advertising or promoting of this program?

We will have your Hometown coin and participating Merchants on our website BLOG with a link to their website. This is just a little extra something we do to help with promoting your program further. We also take advantage of any other media when possible. I.e. Newspaper, Craigslist, Press Releases. ..

The main source of Marketing is from the Chamber and participating businesses. They should advertise their involvement in-line with their current marketing plan. For example, Hometown coin special this month is…20% off all merchandise! or.. Get your Hometown coin with every purchase over $25.00.

When can we get started?

We find that a minimum of 20 initial businesses should participate in order to allow for good exposure and product/service variety. Once the early-adopters have started, the word gets around quickly and additional businesses will come onboard. There is no maximum on how many can participate, the more the better for our locals to take advantage of.

Once design is finalized and payment received, your Hometown coins will take approx. 2 weeks before being shipped.

How do we get more coins when we need them?

As mentioned, every three months we will be supplying another 100 Hometown coins for each kit purchased for the same low cost of $70.00 ea. You may also purchase extra kits in advance to have them available to the new businesses that want to join in between cycles.

5 Animals that are Good for your Heart

2010-01-10T12:38:00.000-08:00

1) Kittens

2) Puppies

3) Hedgehogs

4) Pandas

5) Bunnies

Balance in your Daily Decision-Making

2010-01-08T10:11:00.000-08:00

Blue or Red pill...Which would you choose? You may have heard this question being asked from The Matrix movie, but it can also apply to normal life. There have been many times we have been force to choose between two paths or items. Sometimes we have more information than others to help make the decision...sometimes not and we need to make the call quickly. Does having more time to make the choice make a difference? or does it just add more confusion in what to do?

Our choices in life are directly related to our own experiences and knowledge and we sometimes call it intuition. Usually we know what we will do within the first few seconds, but will stew over things and analyze further. Why? Because we doubt ourselves and the possibility of failing to make the right decision.

Where am I going with this? Nowhere specifically, but just believe that listening to our inner self more is probably the better course and to not doubt our sub-conscious ability to help us. What usually happens when you encounter something hazardous all of a sudden? Like a driver cuts you off on the highway. Your mind takes over and you go into auto-pilot. You don't have time to analyze and make a choice, but you know that the best course of action will be taken to avert the danger.

I am not saying to only use this way of choosing, but create more balance in what can be decided with relatively little thought and those that do require more thoughtful planning.

In the realm of creative advertising, we find that in that space of initial thought and choice is where the magic happens. The over-analyzing, statistics gathering, and trending sometimes gets in the way of giving the gift of creative fun advertising to who matters the most....our customers and helping them achieve further success.

Which pill will you swallow?

Making Wine Marketing Creative and FUN

2010-01-05T18:00:00.000-08:00

When it comes to your wine, it is all about taste, branding, and service. The family vineyard and its reputation for quality are very important and it takes concerted effort to perfect.

Scribulz may not be wine experts, but we realize the power of creating memorable moments with our customized coins to help in maintaining and growing a real presence with your customers.

Here are just a few ways we feel that Scribulz coins may be used in assisting with your winery business. Since you are the wine experts, you probably can find many more ways to apply Scribulz to compliment your business further.

Provide your Vineyard Coin beside the wine being tasted. If taster likes the wine, they can take a coin with them. This will stay with them well after their visit and provides an easy reference to get back in touch with you.
During wine tasting events, have the hostess hand out your customized Vineyard Coin which contains your vineyard branding, website, and contact information.
Include your customized Vineyard Coin with every purchase and place in the bag. This is a fun and memorable way to say thank you for your business and remember us for all your wine needs.
Create different Vineyard Coin designs for each wine being produced.
Provide specials via the Vineyard Coins for your customers to save when purchasing specific wines or "by the case"

Let us know if we can be of assistance to brainstorm further and create a memorable experience for your customers.

Finding that Advertising Solution that fits...

2010-01-04T20:22:00.000-08:00

When considering advertising solutions, ensure that you maintain flexibility.

Here are a few items to consider when looking for something new....

It is important to take it for a test drive before committing to a longer term.
Find a solution that will allow you to scale from a minimal investment to larger audiences as your company grows.
Choose a solution that can be modified along the way to keep up with changes to your customer's demands.
Trust and confidence in the advertising company is key to allowing ideas to flourish. This does not happen overnight, but you should be on the same wave length initially.
Don't expect huge results overnight, but look for small indications that you are on the right track like customer reactions, curiosity, ease of adoptability, and integration into your different marketing goals.

Sometimes it is a tall order to find a solution that fits like a glove, but whats important is that any solution will allow you to continue to retain and grow your clientele and that the solution does not become an anchor to your growing success.

Let us know if you have any further questions and how Scribulz coins may fit into your business lifestyle.

Top 5 Places that Help Gain Creative Thought

2010-01-03T16:43:00.000-08:00

When you are striving for some new ideas and creativity, get in the RV and check out these places to recharge:

1) Grand Canyon, AZ

2) San Juan Islands, WA

3) Las Vegas, NV

4) Jackson Hole, WY

5) New York, NY

Five ways to interact with your customers in 2010

2010-01-03T15:09:00.000-08:00

Bring in 2010 with some different ways to engage and interact with your customers. We all have that creativity side to us that is just screaming to get out. Put that urge to good use and focus your creative energy to benefit your clientele through honest and caring service.

Here are just 5 ways to get your thoughts flowing, but I am sure you can add many more to this :)

Research your clients and find something that they personally like. It could be a favorite food, movie, or color. Then use this in your next conversation with them. Take a vested interest in them and they will do the same.
Find a new creative way to use your products or services. This will offer a refreshing new approach for your current customers and may even open up a new type of clientele for you to service.
Invest some time into communicating with current and future customers in a new way. The phone call should not be the only way to interact. Try social networking (Facebook/Twitter/Blogging/..). There are plenty of "get started" online resources to help. Be yourself when communicating, but keep a professional boundary when representing your company or image. Everyone is human, but your customers might not want to hear about who won UFC108 or what you ate for breakfast.
Don't be afraid to offer discounts, but do it in a creative way. Try running specials that are fun, raise curiosity, or just plain do not make sense. For example, with every purchase over $50 receive a pack of hot chocolate, a hug, and $5 off your next visit. Lowering your business guard to be more human will show customers a more well-rounded hip company that they may want to deal with.
Run a contest. Make it fun, like a coloring, poetry, or joke contests. Having different outlets for your customer to interact with you without buying something is a great way to build trust and a relationship.

Whatever you may think, people only buy when they want to, not when you want them to. So have fun and be there for them in a memorable way. It may be the difference between a quick sell and a long-term relationship.

Bellingham Herald Story - Fairhaven Hometown Coin Program

2009-12-30T09:57:00.000-08:00

New Fairhaven coin program offers discounts to customers - http://www.bellinghamherald.com/102/story/1221419.html

Fairhaven Hometown Coin is now available!

2009-12-18T15:32:00.000-08:00

We are proud to work with the people of Fairhaven Washington and provide our Hometown Coin Program.

The coin is now available to customers to take advantage of discounted offerings at all participating merchants.

(see current list below)

For example, a customer could buy a latte at a coffee shop and receive a Fairhaven coin, then use it at a participating Bookstore store to save on their purchase.

We encourage everyone to be a part of this special local program and look for the Fairhaven Coin window sign that identifies who is participating.

Thank you to the following participating businesses for helping locals shop locally!

12th Street Shoes
13 Nails & Spa
4 Starrs BTQ
A Lot of Flowers
Bay to Baker Trading Company
Bellingham Tennis Club
Blue Horizon
CreativiTea
Fairhaven Fish & Chips
Fairhaven Toy Garden
Katie's Cupcakes
Pacific Chef
Paper Dreams
Reference Media
Southside Trends
Three French Hens
Village Books
Wild Blueberries
Whimsey

If your favorite local business is not on the list, have them contact us to join in the fun!

For those businesses that would like to start up their own local Hometown Coin Program, be sure to contact us for further information.

Patricia Carr
Scribulz
(360)202-6868
(866)720-1295 Fax
http://www.scribulz.com/
imagine@Scribulz.com
follow us on: Twitter & Facebook
"Your Advertising & Promotions Solution"

Girl Scout Troop gets Creative with Scribulz Coins!

2009-12-04T11:00:00.000-08:00

People keep coming up with creative ways to use Scribulz coins and here is another great example.

We ran a Sammy Scribulz contest a few months ago and Julie from California won. She came up with the idea of using her Girl Scout Troops artwork. Each girl submitted their own drawings and we customized the coins for each of them.

This is a great way to show off their creativity and even trade with fellow Girl Scouts.
Great idea Julie!!

2010 "Celebrate Life" Scribulz Coin

2009-12-01T09:57:00.000-08:00

We are pleased to now offer a coin that will inspire and motivate people as we go into 2010. They are great to keep in your pocket as you go through your day or give to those that need help getting back on track.

Pricing:
10 coins for $20

50 coins for $50

100 coins for $70

Order yours today by emailing or calling (360) 202-6868

Seattle King 5 News features Hometown Coin Program in Anacortes

2009-11-24T19:58:00.000-08:00

Hometown Coin Program in Shining Lights!!

2009-11-12T18:01:00.000-08:00

We have been working hard to organize the Hometown Coin Program in Anacortes. Spent time today visiting local Merchants and answering staff questions, delivering signage, and enjoying how excited people are becoming :)

On our way downtown, we came across the program in shining lights for all to see!!
Thanks to Sebo's (Do it Best Hardware)

There is nothing better than providing local people a way to colaborate with each other in the best interests of the community.

If your community could benefit from this Hometown Coin Program, please give us a call (360) 202-6868 or email to find out more.

Top 5 ways to use Scribulz Coins

2009-11-12T09:02:00.000-08:00

1) Business coins to standout at events
2) Customer appreciation gift coin (like a gift card)
3) Promote music events
4) Create collector series for sports team
5) Hometown coin "getting locals to shop locally"

In Memory of Timothy Brenton (Seattle Police Officer)

2009-11-06T11:42:00.000-08:00

Seattle Police Officer Timothy Brenton was murdered in his parked patrol car on Halloween night. Officer Brenton was a field training officer and had rookie Britt Sweeney riding with him. Sweeney ducked during the initial hail of bullets, called for back-up and returned fire. Sweeney was wounded in her back and is recovering. She acted with great bravery and let her training take over.

Officer Brenton (39 years old) leaves behind his wife and two children ages 8 and 11. Brenton’s father and uncle are retired Seattle Police Officers.

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Brenton family and want to thank all his fellow officers that participated in this mornings sobering funeral precession.

For more information go to Officer Down Memorial Page

5 Ways to get your Creative Groove back

2009-10-30T18:01:00.000-07:00

1) Doodle/Color with your kids

2) Play your favorite music in a quiet, dark room with your eyes closed. Think only about the music.

3) Fingerpaint with no pre-determined design. Get messy...

4) Write a daily journal. Include how you feel, your activities, what would make the next day even better.

5) Watch an old black & white movie (trust me)

Share with us what has worked for you...

Top 5 Reasons for Adults to dress-up for Halloween

2009-10-27T17:48:00.000-07:00

1) chocolate

2) best time to experiment with cross dressing

3) see if a 40 year old can pass as a kid collecting candy

4) have fun embarrassing your kids

5) be a super hero for a night

Facebook Fan Giveaway..

2009-10-27T14:37:00.000-07:00

We want you as a Facebook Fan!

Until November 7th, we will be giving away a Collector Scribulz Coins to everyone that becomes a Scribulz Fan. We will also give an additional coin away for each referral that joins.

For example, if you become a FB fan and then get 9 other people to join we will send you 10 Collector Scribulz coins absolutely free!!

It's easy..
1) http://www.facebook.com/pages/Scribulz/101597283099
2) add a wall posting introducing yourself as a new fan
3) if you have been referred, please also mention their name so that they can get recognition for an additional Collector Coin.

thats it!

We look forward to having new fans join and being able to share a little Scribbling with you :)

November Special - "double your order"

2009-10-23T08:41:00.000-07:00

Get ready for the Holiday Season by promoting your business with Scribulz coins!

For the month of November, we are offering a very attractive offer to help kick things off for you.

When you buy 2000 coins you will receive a total of 4000! This works out to only 50 cents each for customized full color Scribulz.

Use Scribulz for mailers, event promotions, business cards, advertise specials, school team pictures, and much more!

Call (360) 202-6868 or email imagine@scribulz.com to order now...

Thinking is Free

2009-10-22T15:09:00.000-07:00

The stock market is spiraling downwards. Large institutions are looking for handouts. Corporations are cutting head counts. Budgets are slashed to the bone. Time to huddle in the basement?

Not if you want to thrive in the next economy.

If your strategy for surviving the recession is to hunker down and try harder, you don’t have a strategy. You have a bomb shelter. And a bomb shelter won’t save you from the fundamental changes shaking the business world—namely, unprecedented speed and overwhelming choice.

When customers have nearly unlimited options and competitors play a perpetual game of leapfrog, the only real barrier to competition is brand strategy.

Brand strategy is really just a way of thinking about business. And since thinking is virtually free, it requires little in the way of special funding. Here are four questions to help you work through the recession, along with a simple chart to start the conversation among your team.

1. What makes you different?The active ingredient in any brand is differentiation. If it’s not different, it’s not strategic. What can you do to increase your difference? How can you make your difference more meaningful and compelling?

2. How well are you focused?Without focus, customers will have a hard time seeing your difference. What makes you the “only” in your category? Which of your offerings best support your difference? Which should be cut to make your focus stronger? What new offerings could be added as you pick up momentum?

3. What trend are you riding?Tomorrow’s economy will create new trends. What wave are you riding? Is it a wave that’s still forming, or one that’s already crashed on the shore? Is it possible to ride more than one trend at a time? What new trends are barely visible yet inevitable?

4. Are you communicating clearly?Good strategy paired with poor messaging is no better than poor strategy. What messages are your various constituents hearing from you? Do all your brand stories add up to one big story? Is your big story clear enough and bold enough to earn a place in their minds?

If you can respond to these four questions in a compelling manner, you’ll not only survive the recession, but be in a stronger market position when the dust settles. All it takes is the right kind of thinking.

by Jamey Aiken, Brand Strategist

Reference: http://www.neutronllc.com/ideas/brand_thinking

Final Hint: Find "Sammy Scribulz" Contest

2009-10-21T09:41:00.000-07:00

This is the last hint provided, so review all the previous hints and make a guess. We will accept guesses until Friday 23rd at 2pm PST.

Read the details at http://scribulz.blogspot.com/2009/10/find-sammy-scribulz-contest.html

Hint #10: Find "Sammy Scribulz" Contest

2009-10-20T09:12:00.000-07:00

Has been part of the European Union since January 1, 2007

Read the details at http://scribulz.blogspot.com/2009/10/find-sammy-scribulz-contest.html

We are nearing the end of this contest with only one more hint tomorrow. We will accept guesses until Friday 23rd at 2pm PST.

Be sure to guess for a chance to win 100 customized Scribulz coins!

Hint #9: Find "Sammy Scribulz" Contest

2009-10-19T09:03:00.000-07:00

Sammy Scribulz is approx 80 miles from the capital city at an elevation of 1378 ft. Where is he?? Keep guessing by leaving a comment on our blog to WIN!

Read the details at http://scribulz.blogspot.com/2009/10/find-sammy-scribulz-contest.html

Hint #8: Find "Sammy Scribulz" Contest

2009-10-18T09:07:00.001-07:00

Read the details at http://scribulz.blogspot.com/2009/10/find-sammy-scribulz-contest.html

Hint #7: Find "Sammy Scribulz" Contest

2009-10-17T10:29:00.001-07:00

Be sure to keep guessing on the whereabouts of Sammy Scribulz. If you guess right you will win 100 customized Scribulz coins!
Read the details at http://scribulz.blogspot.com/2009/10/find-sammy-scribulz-contest.html

34 Interesting And Creative Advertisements

2009-10-16T19:47:00.000-07:00

34 Interesting And Creative Advertisements - TutZone

Hint #6: Find "Sammy Scribulz" Contest

2009-10-16T09:08:00.000-07:00

Overview: http://scribulz.blogspot.com/2009/10/find-sammy-scribulz-contest.html

25 Examples Of Rebranding Logos From Old To New

2009-10-15T17:11:00.000-07:00

25 Examples Of Rebranding Logos From Old To New

Nine awesome computer ads from the 70s and 80s | Royal Pingdom

2009-10-15T13:16:00.000-07:00

Nine awesome computer ads from the 70s and 80s Royal Pingdom

70 Creative Advertisements That Makes You Look Twice | Inspiration

2009-10-15T13:14:00.000-07:00

70 Creative Advertisements That Makes You Look Twice Inspiration

10 Creative Advertising Ideas from Students | Advertnews.com

2009-10-15T13:12:00.000-07:00

10 Creative Advertising Ideas from Students Advertnews.com

Hint #5: Find "Sammy Scribulz" Contest

2009-10-15T09:48:00.001-07:00

This place is surrounded by 5 different countries.

Overview: http://scribulz.blogspot.com/2009/10/find-sammy-scribulz-contest.html

Hint #4: Find "Sammy Scribulz" Contest

2009-10-13T10:48:00.000-07:00

Overview: http://scribulz.blogspot.com/2009/10/find-sammy-scribulz-contest.html

Get your artwork Scribulized!

2009-10-12T12:34:00.000-07:00

Are you an aspiring artist or just creative and like drawing/painting?

Email us your artwork or post it on the Scribulz FB wall for people to comment/vote for. If your artwork is well received by the fans, we will create the winner their very own Scribulz coin with their masterpiece on them. :)

Doodle it, paint it, scribble it, fingerpaint it....any creative way!

Scribulz Facebook - http://www.facebook.com/pages/Scribulz/101597283099

Hint #3: Find "Sammy Scribulz" Contest

2009-10-12T08:49:00.001-07:00

People drive on the right side of the road.

Overview: http://scribulz.blogspot.com/2009/10/find-sammy-scribulz-contest.html

New Scribulz Coin Game

2009-10-11T12:01:00.000-07:00

Looking for a game that is:

strategic?
simple to learn and play?
refreshing & new?
take with you anywhere?
play solo or with a group?

Try out our new game for an introductory price of $20 and see how much fun it can for all ages!

Now taking orders via our website form @ http://www.scribulz.com/contact.cfm or call us at (360) 202-6868

Hint #2: Find "Sammy Scribulz" Contest

2009-10-11T11:43:00.000-07:00

The place is one of the country's oldest and has a population of approx. 30,000.

Overview: http://scribulz.blogspot.com/2009/10/find-sammy-scribulz-contest.html

More Creative Advertising

2009-10-11T11:02:00.000-07:00

19 Best Ads I Have Ever Seen

http://anacortes.stumbleupon.com/s/#1pCr8G/uaddit.com/discussions/showthread.php?t=642/

Dillanos Coffee Roasters - a community company

2009-10-11T08:40:00.000-07:00

Check out a local Washinton company on how they give back to children, our troops and the local community. Dillanos also creates and runs fundraising events...great work!

Dillanos Coffee Roasters, Inc. - Sumner Washington

Follow them on Twitter @coffeemaverick

http://www.dillanos.com/

Stand Out in a Crowded Market

2009-10-10T17:55:00.001-07:00

Stand Out in a Crowded Market

http://sbinformation.about.com/cs/bestpractices/a/aa092702a.htm

Design Inspired: Awe Inspiring Scenery Photos

2009-10-10T17:41:00.000-07:00

Design Inspired: Awe Inspiring Scenery Photos

fishy fishy fishy….

2009-10-10T16:51:00.001-07:00

How to Inspire Creativity in Your Kids

2009-10-10T16:45:00.000-07:00

How to Inspire Creativity in Your Kids - wikiHow

Ten Tips to Inspire Creativity: Boost Your Art Inspiration with These Ideas

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Ten Tips to Inspire Creativity: Boost Your Art Inspiration with These Ideas Suite101.com

Hint #1: Find "Sammy Scribulz" Contest

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A city on the right bank of a river known to a Greek historian.

Overview: http://scribulz.blogspot.com/2009/10/find-sammy-scribulz-contest.html

Find "Sammy Scribulz" Contest

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It is time to have another contest to find out where Sammy Scribulz is visiting. As most of you know Sammy is one of our mascot friends that has decided to go on a road trip and send hints to his whereabouts. Our last winner (Julie from California) was able to use her detective skills given the helpful hints and correctly guess that Sammy was in Palm Springs.

He Tweet'd me this morning to update me that he has left the USA and is now headed somewhere else in the world! This will make it more difficult to track him, but I know that our fellow Scribblers will help find out where he will be.

The contest will begin later today with daily hints on Sammy's location. It will be up to everyone to find him. The location will be a city or town and could be anywhere in the world (except the US).

The first person to correctly guess by posting a comment on our official blog http://scribulz.blogspot.com/2009/10/find-sammy-scribulz-contest.html will WIN 100 customized Scribulz coins!! There is no purchase or obligation to purchase and we even cover the shipping.

This contest is open to everyone worldwide and you can guess as many times as you want. We will not be responding to each guess, only the correct one :)

HAVE FUN!

Hint#1 Hint#2 Hint#3 Hint#4 Hint#5

Hint#6 Hint#7 Hint#8 Hint#9 Hint#10 FINAL Hint

Photos to spark your Creativity

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Thought you might find these photos interesting on the Jacob Cass website. He can also be followed @justcreative .

I found the photo with the street grate and dishes one of my favorite in the collection.

Which one is your favorite?

92 More Must See Creative Photographs

http://justcreativedesign.com/2008/04/08/creative-photographs/

A Clients Creative Idea

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We wanted to share with you what the winner of our recent Sammy Scribulz contest will be doing with her Scribulz coins.

Julie is asking several girls from a local community group to each draw their own unique colorful artwork. We will be taking a digital image of the wonderful artisitic creations and providing these girls with their own special coins to trade with each other.

This is just another wonderful example of how our customers are getting involved in personalizing and creating something that is meaningful and long lasting.

Great idea Julie!

Our next Sammy Scribulz contest will be coming soon...stay tuned

Capture your pictures in a unique way

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Have you thought about how many pictures you have laying around collecting dust in photo albums or shoeboxes?

Why not put those moments in time to good use and have them captured on Scribulz coins in full color! We are able to take your pictures and create a series of your favorite poses which can be shared with friends and family.

Instead of giving the grandparents the typical school pics, give them a Scribulz to carry around with them in their pocket or purse.

Lost a pet recently? Memorialize your companion's pictures on a Scribulz to keep them close to you.

Have some great pictures from your last vacation? Create a series to share or give away to those jealous ones :)

These are just a few of the many possibilities with Scribulz coins. Contact us to brainstorm further.

Interview with VOXUS

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VOXUS launches PR Pro*pul*sion. On deck: interview with the founder of Scribulz. http://www.voxuspr.com/propulsion/files/6b341090c63ac5dcbe37724daddcadfb-25.php

What has inspired you lately?

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Do you have a story of inspiration to share with us?

We are all looking for the little things that make life spark with excitement and pull us out of the trenches to celebrate life.

Aloha Fellow Scribblers!!

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I have been busy travelling across the US & Canada, but never too busy to send a postcard of some places I am visiting.

I have been learning to surf in the beautiful islands of Hawaii and getting a nice tan :) There are a couple safety items that you need to keep in mind, but fortunately I have been able to keep all my limbs so far.

If you have a special place that you think I should visit, email me at imagine@scribulz.com with what makes it a great place and will do my best to swing by.

Until my next postcard....take care & scribble safe

Sammy Scribulz

Minnesota State Fair

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Sammy was able to make it to the opening day of the Minnesota State Fair. Wow this place is huge!!

Sammy was probably a little too anxious to get on the rides after eating a corndog as you can see from the photo.

Maybe watching Bonnie Rait at the Grandstand tonight might be a better idea... :)

Quick update from Sammy..

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Just received an update from Sammy that he is now crossing the Arizona desert on horseback. He is headed to visit with one of our Sales Reps in Scottsdale for a few days.

He wanted me to pass along to everyone that he is doing well and looks forward to suggestions on where to visit next.

Sammy Scribulz Hits the Road..Where should he go next?

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Sammy Scribulz is hitting the road to visit some great places around the U.S.

Tell us where Sammy should visit next. Your home town? An exciting theme park? or how about an historical place?

He will be sending pictures of his adventures and maybe even... visit a place you suggest.

Here is a picture of Sammy leaving his hometown of Anacortes,WA...Bye Sammy!!

Music Promotions with Scribulz

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Scribulz Flyer

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2009 Relay for Life

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We are proud to say that Scribulz donated "Survivor Coins" to all the participants in the Anacortes Relay for Life this past weekend. It was a great feeling to know that each survivor would have their own coins to be reminded of the journey they endured while fighting their battle with cancer.

Got Scribulz?

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The Collector Series has been launched!!

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We are very excited to be able to offer a different twist on the original Scribulz idea.

You will continue to be able to customize one side of the coin, but we now have 50 different kid-friendly colorful graphics on the other side.

There has been a great demand for this type of advertising offering that allows businesses to reach the younger crowd and have them collect their very own Scribulz.

Businesses will have great exposure and branding with their business information that will follow the recipient around and have them come back to add to their collection.

Can you say creative, fun, and addictive??!!!

Interested in joining Scribulz?

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We are always on the lookout for energetic, creative, and passionate Independent Sales Reps.

You would be part of the creative process of determining how your local businesses can leverage the Scribulz advertising/promotions solution. Now is the time for businesses to let people know about their products/services and what better way than in a fun, addictive way to retain and grow their customer base.

If this interests you, please contact us to find out how to work in your local community and make a difference.

Some of our Fellow Scribblers (Customers)

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2Q Nails
Ace Hardware
Adrift Restaurant
Agave Taqueria
Alfy's Pizza
All Things Irish
American Nail & Spa
Anacortes Clean!
Anacortes Diving & Supply
Anacortes Health & Nutrition
Anacortes Meats
Animal Crackers
Arbonne International
Around the Clock Locksmith
Avon
Bayshore Office Products Inc.
Bayside Pizzeria
Bayside Sweets and Treats
Bellissima Trattoria
Benson H. Wong DDS
Biddix Place
Black Rock Seafood
Bob's Chowder
BowWow & Woofs
Buer's Anacortes Floral & Gift
Calico Closet
Carolina Fitness
Chandler's Square
Cicchitti's Pizza
Clean & Clip
Coffee Masters
Coldwell Banker Paramount Properties
Cricket Kids
Darcies Laundry
Decoys Grill & Bar
Denally's
Divine Photography
Edina Realty
El Grill Pollo
Elite Repeat Interiors
Erly's Shear Beauty
Esteban's Family Mexican Restaurant
Fancy Nails
Farmers Insurance Group
Fast Frame
Fidalgo Drive-in
FORD - Roseville Midway
Form & Fitness Health Club
Frontier Ford
Great Clips
Haley Bop
Hot Dogz
How It Works
Irene's Island Decor
Johnny Picasso
Jurema Silva (Cleaning)
Just Chill The Grill at Parkwest
Just Paint It
Klein Financial Services
La Conner Country Inn
La Hacienda
Las Margaritas
Lou's Shoes
Lowcountry Auto Glass, LLC
Maison Group
Marina Inn
Nash Brothers Sports
Necessities & Temptations
New Beginnings
Night Light Cafe
Opulence Hair Salon
Party Plan It
Penguin Coffee
Perfect Brazillian Cleaners
Pizza Factory
Puget Sound Utility Services LLC
PumpMeOut
Radio Shack
Randy's Pier
Tria Productions
Raymond James Financial Services
Read Me a Story
Red Cross
Rockfish Grill
San Juan Lanes
Sarcoidosis Awareness
Sassy Sam's Stylin' Spa
Scott Milo Gallery
Sea Kayak Shop
SeaBear Smokehouse
Sebo's Hardware
Second Avenue Sports
Select Vintage
Skagit's Own Fish Market
Skin Care Solutions
Soapy Dog Wash and Shoppe
Southside Trends
Star Bar
Tai Pan Restaurant
Taqueria El Gallito
Thai Season Restaurant
That Photo Shoppe
The Business
The Countryside
The Hair Shoppe
The Pretzel Twister
The Sand Dollar Gift Gallery
Twin Cities Upholstery
U. Save Auto Rental
Upstage BTQ
Valle Azul
Video Depot
Vincent's Pizzeria
Watermark Book Co.
Weight Busters
Westside Pizza
Whidbey Island Bank
World Cup Coffeehouse

Press Releases

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Anacortes Hometown Coin program as seen on King 5 News (Seattle)

Anacortes Coin has Arrived!

Interview with VOXUS

Sales Representives Now in South Carolina & San Francisco

Scribulz write-up in the local Anacortes,WA paper

2009 Anacortes Visitor Program announcement

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We are very excited about our sales rep. Kathryn, speaking at an elifemethods.com seminar in South Carolina tonight!

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Hope you enjoy our new website. We will be adding more about what we are up to in the coming weeks. Thanks for visiting our new Blog.

Welcome!

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Our product Scribulz is a unique approach to advertising and focuses on providing a fun way to helping businesses retain and grow their customer base.
Scribulz are made out of real wood disk coins with a photo-quality material for creating high quality decorative designs. We will work with you to create your own customized Scribulz with information like business name, logo, phone number, email/web address, and product/service offerings... Or just use your imagination.
Scribulz are also reusable, making them environmentally friendly while remaining economical. You can spend hundreds of dollars on advertising and not know if it's working, by using Scribulz you'll know it's working when you have your customers bringing them back!
(A great way of tracking your advertising dollars)
We not only take pride in our products, but we will ensure you that we will give you superior service!!
Scribulz is patent-pending and federal trademarked so you know that you are getting something truly one-of-a-kind from the only company to carry them -> Scribulz !!