Business Details
27 Years
experience
Your Creative Haven in Kirkwood, MO
Established in 1999, Checkered Cottage has become a cornerstone of creativity in Kirkwood, Missouri. Our shop offers a carefully curated selection of paper crafting supplies, home decor items, and seasonal gifts, serving as a hub for local artisans and crafting enthusiasts. With over two decades of experience, we combine product expertise with hands-on education through weekly classes in stamping, card creation, and decorative painting. Our team of seasoned instructors brings specialized knowledge in crafting techniques, from Silhouette design to watercolor painting.We maintain authoritativeness in the crafting community through exclusive partnerships with designers like Linda Meyer and Amy Crawford, whose work is showcased in our store. Our commitment to customer satisfaction is demonstrated through flexible class policies, free parking assistance, and a unique resale program that supports creative entrepreneurs. Every aspect of our operation reflects a dedication to fostering creativity while maintaining the highest standards of service reliability and community engagement.
Services
Crafting Supplies
Creative Classes
Resale Program
Window Displays
Silhouette Design
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of crafting expertise and local knowledge
- Our exclusive partnerships feature unique designer patterns and products
- Experienced instructors teach specialized crafting techniques weekly
- Free parking assistance available through local partnerships
- Resale program helps crafters monetize unused supplies
What people say
Amazing selection
Knowledgeable staff
Creative environment
Great classes
Unique products
Services
Crafting Supplies
We offer comprehensive selection of card stock, ribbons, embellishments, and decorative papers. Seasonal inventory includes exclusive Artisan Attic patterns and Rustic Giraffe diecuts. Our soy candles and consignment jewelry provide unique gift options that change with the seasons.
Creative Classes
Weekly workshops cover stamping, card creation, scrapbooking, and decorative painting. Classes include beginner to advanced projects with all materials provided. Participants create take-home projects while enjoying social interaction in a supportive environment.
Resale Program
Our Recreate section allows crafters to sell unused materials through a 60-day consignment program. Items receive professional pricing and display, with payments made in cash rather than store credit. Inventory rotates weekly to maintain fresh offerings.
Window Displays
Linda Meyer creates seasonal window displays using current store products. These rotating exhibits showcase creative possibilities with available materials, inspiring customers while highlighting exclusive in-store patterns and designer collections.
Silhouette Design
Jan Conway leads specialized Silhouette workshops covering digital design techniques. Classes teach print-and-cut file creation and mug wrap design, utilizing both personal and store-provided materials for practical crafting applications.
People
Linda Meyer
Designer & Instructor
Creator of exclusive Artisan Attic patterns, Linda develops step-by-step crafting tutorials and designs seasonal window displays using current store products.
Amy Crawford
Instructor & Designer
Owner of Rustic Giraffe, Amy teaches diecut techniques and creates page kits while offering handmade books and jewelry through exclusive in-store collections.
Christine Fracchia
Resale Coordinator
Former Stampin' Up representative managing the Recreate resale program, providing fair pricing and weekly inventory rotation for consignment items.
Barb Ogden
Painting Instructor
Longest-tenured instructor teaching watercolor and acrylic techniques, Barb also creates exclusive painted pieces for annual December exhibitions.
Jan Conway
Silhouette Expert
Specializing in digital crafting, Jan leads Silhouette workshops and quarterly club projects while developing innovative card-making techniques for monthly classes.
Questions
What crafting supplies do you carry?
We offer card stock, ribbons, embellishments, decorative papers, and exclusive Artisan Attic patterns. Seasonal inventory includes consignment jewelry and soy candles.
Do you offer crafting classes?
Yes, weekly workshops cover stamping, card creation, scrapbooking, and decorative painting with both beginner and advanced projects available.
How does your resale program work?
Crafters can consign materials for 60 days with cash payments upon sale. Items receive professional pricing and display in our dedicated Recreate section.
What parking options exist for classes?
Free St. Peters Parish lot available, or purchase $5 daily passes from Downtown Kirkwood Business office for convenient class access.
Are there exclusive designer products?
Yes, we feature exclusive Artisan Attic patterns by Linda Meyer and Rustic Giraffe diecuts by Amy Crawford, with rotating seasonal collections.
What class policies should I know?
Full payment reserves spots. Cancellations before 1 week get refunds; late cancellations receive kits. Rescheduling costs $10/hour unless weather-related.