Michael's is a great source for all your needs. Most of the supplies you'll need can be purchased there, including very inexpensive shadow boxes.
Van Dyke’s Restorers sells convex glass at a very reasonable price.
Orris Root is the traditional potpourri fixative, however it can be expensive and hard to find. Save-on-crafts.com sells a very good substitute for a small amount of money.
Fine white play sand is an inexpensive substitute for silica gel. Home Depot sells a 50lb bag of white play sand for under three dollars.
Wal-Mart… Competitive prices
Dollar Stores...GREAT bargains
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