Author: Lisa Saul

Is this the end of Willow Lane?

This is not click bait. Our business may have to close in the next few weeks and it’s all because of the greed of companies with their subscription models. We got hit three times in one week, with one of those blows being potentially fatal.

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What I think of subscription models. (Spoiler: I hate them!)

Subscription models have gone too far — and small businesses like ours are being squeezed to breaking point. This is our line in the sand, and why we’re speaking up.

A sneak peek at our new Christmas Cards

Here’s a sneak peek at two of our new Christmas cards that we like to think tell a bit of a story. They’re still in the concept stage, but they’ll give you an idea of what is coming.

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New ‘Choose Your Currency’ Toggle

We are trialling a new toggle for converting your currency to either Great British Pounds or US Dollars. If it’s helpful, we might add more currencies in the future.

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New Lower Prices for Cards

Great news. New lower prices for almost all of our cards, and some tax breaks if you’re in the UK.

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*SHOP* Our softcover notebook prices are, sadly, rising. Here’s why …

We got an unexpected email from Amazon last week that has our blood boiling. To understand what’s happening, and why it is an injustice, you need to understand how Amazon works and what they’re about to do. Take a behind-the-scenes look at the murky world of Amazon’s book publishing and profits.

Adventure is calling … Our new video.

Do you feel the pull to travel somewhere? You just might after watching this! Come enjoy the epicness of our new video.

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*ART* Do you have a ton of unused art or craft supplies and a load of guilt? Then this post is for you.

Do you have cupboards full of unused art and craft supplies and a trail of good intentions gone bad? Does not using them make you feel guilty or even frustrated? Try this instead …