Novel Approach is a scrapbooking, rubber stamping and paper arts store in the heart of Friendswood, Texas. We have a diverse inventory with elements for mixed media such as paints, inks, ribbons, acrylic and canvas supplies, stencils and masks and many embellishments. We carry a large inventory of both clear and rubber stamps, punches, and tools in addition to a huge selection of paper and cardstock. Our classroom and crop area seats up to 20 people.

Scrapbooking Classes and More!

We offer classes in cardmaking, scrapbooking, stamping, hairbow making, mini books and other paper crafts. Our die cut center is the largest in the area and we also have a VersaLaser for custom cutting.

We Carry Top Scrapbook Designers and Manufacturers

We carry all the top designers and manufacturers including Tim Holtz, Prima flowers, Graphic 45, Bazzill, BoBunny, My Mind’s Eye, Reminisce, Hero Arts, Inkadinkado, Great Impressions, Technique Tuesday, Copic, Jolie’s, Deadbeat Designs, and Webster’s Pages, to name just a few. We also specialize in custom Houston- and Friendswood-area local school and university papers and albums.

Novel Approach Loves its Customers!

We believe that customer service is the most important element to our business. Our staff is creative and knowledgeable with a hands-on approach, and our customers are our friends. We also support our community through involvement with our local schools and organizations.

“Your Houston Area Scrapbook Store”

1. On September 29th, 2011 at 3:10 am Debbie Miller Says:

   I have been coming to Novel for years and no matter how long between visits the ladies always pick up where we leave off. They have a way of making me always feel like family, wanted family at that lol. Thank you for you help, interest and encouragement ladies. The selections you have in the store are awesome as well as many unusual items. Again thank you !!

2. On November 10th, 2011 at 8:36 pm Barbara Vollmer Says:

   I love your store and it’s always fun to see whats new.

3. On January 5th, 2012 at 1:34 pm Susie Riggs Says:

   My granddaughter took a lesson from Karen and it was great. She is so inspired!! Thanks!!

4. On February 6th, 2012 at 10:11 am Deena Hammitt Says:

   Novel Approach has been a favorite craft store of mine for over six years.
   The staff is happy, and helpful with their knowledge of product and creativity.
   They offer special order items representing local schools.
   I delight in supporting this small business because they also give back to the whole community with helping local charities.

5. On February 27th, 2012 at 2:02 am Lisa Maxwell Says:

   Absolutely love Novel Approach and the welcome feeling you get as soon as you walk through the door. It is a perfect blend of scrapbooking and art supplies. You can depend on them to have the latest and greatest goodies. Looking forward to seeing them soon.