Blog posts of '2026' 'January'

Our Albuquerque location was honored as Best Hobby Store in Albuquerque The Magazine’s Best of the City 2025 awards—an achievement made possible by the incredible support of our local jewelry artisans and maker community. With nearly 300,000 votes cast citywide, this recognition celebrates our commitment to providing quality tools, materials, and guidance for jewelry designers of all skill levels. More than an award, it reflects the creativity, passion, and connection shared by the artists we’re proud to serve.

You asked, and we delivered. New sizes in our Clear 2 Mil Zip Top Bags are coming soon, giving you more options for packaging, storage, and organization. Stay tuned for the full release 🫣

These products are being discontinued and will not be restocked, so this is your last chance to grab them! As a bonus, you can enjoy them at discounted prices while supplies last.

Over the past few months, our Thunderbird Cares food drive brought together our customers, staff, and communities with one shared goal—supporting local families facing food insecurity. Thanks to your generosity, the results were truly inspiring.