Tuesday, June 17, 2008

JUNE/JULY NEWSLETTER

Wow.........this is longer than I expected it to be..........hope you make it to the bottom.....LOL!!!!

1. Retiring/Discontinued List-Retiring Special!
http://www.stampinup.com/
Watch for the wooden stamp sitting on the beach, on the right you will see......LEARN MORE...click there for more details!

We have copies of the retiring list, let us know if you would like one!!!

For those not familiar with the RETIRING LIST.......here are a few details!
Every time a catalog expires SU puts out a retiring list, this list consists of stamp sets that will no longer be available in the NEW catty!!! These sets do not go on sale, they are simply retired.......once the catty expires......THEY ARE GONE!!! Last date to order Aug. 10th! SU also puts out a DISCONTINUED LIST for accessories, it will be available on June 21st! The discontinued list operates on a WHILE IT LAST basis.......if you want something on it, you best act fast!!!

Rochelle and I have decided to offer a one day only 20% off special! This special applies ONLY to retiring stamps sets, and discontinued accessories!

Date: June 28th
Have your orders to us on or before that day and you will receive 20% off!!
You will be able to order from these lists until Aug. 10, but regular prices will apply!!!

2. New Product Line
A new SU product line was announced yesterday.........it is called Decor Elements, they complement the current Definately Decorative stamp sets, and are a quick and easy way to decorate your walls!!! Apparently they are EASIER to use then rub-ons.......sounds like fun............stay tuned!!! We will update you as we get more information!!!!

3. E-Scrape(in conjunction with SAS)
Time to shut off the computers, cell phones(no texting), make a card for someone special, and MAIL IT!!!! Check out the special HERE: (watch for the lady at the mail box then click on LEARN MORE on the rigth side!!!) http://www.stampinup.com/

I am ashamed to admit......I rarely do this(mail a card)!!! June 25th will be different! I plan to take part in this one, and have 20 addresses ready for my envelopes, I have TONS of catching up to do!!!

4. Summer Stamp-A-Stack-June 25th(7 o'clock)hosted by Donna

In conjuction with the E-scape Donna will be hosting a Kiss them Goodbye Summer Stamp-A-Stack!!! (quite the title!)

All stamps used in the SAS are from the retiring list.....if you don't own these stamps this just might be your last chance to use them....the are:
Sweet Shapes
So Much
Doodle This
2 more to be named!

This SAS(Stamp-A-Stack)will be a 20/20/20 format!
20 cards for $20, & a $20 order!!!
10 crafters will be registered!!!

Envelopes will be included.....with a extra bonus!! Please bring with you 3 addresses of people you would like to mail a card to.......an upcoming Birthday, Thank You, Wedding, or JUST BECAUSE!!! 3 of your envelopes will have stamps on them.....ready to mail!! At the SAS you will write in, sign, and address your 3 stamped envelopes!! You can either leave them with me for mailing(will do the next morning with mine), or you can pop them in a mailbox on your way home................sound like fun?...........hope you can join us!!!

I will post cards on the blog by the weekend!!!

5. Retired/Discontinued Garage Sale & New Catty open house!
(hosted by Donna)

Sale:
Mark your calendar for Tuesday Aug. 12th......buy ONE(retired) get one FREE(new)!

Open House:
Come to the garage sale to pick up you NEW catty, do a make n' take, have a little visit, enter some draws......hope to see you AUG. 12th!

6. Summer Classes(kids club, scrapbooking)hosted by Donna

I know we are all busy enjoying our summers during the summer months.........but I do plan to keep things going during the summer!!! I hope the class schedule will work in conjunction with some of your "I'm looking for something to do days"!!

check it out!
Christmas in Aug.(can't do July because the new lines of paper won't be out yet)
Kids Camp!
Scrapbooking Days!
more to come.......I will update this in the next couple of days(in a NEW post)!

If there is anything you would like to see happen over the summer please let me know.....I am open for suggestions!!!

7. Buffet Mondays hosted by Donna
I am pleased to say Buffet Mondays are picking up the pace with each passing week........Monday June 23rd is now FULL, and summer bookings are already in place!!!

Remember Buffet Mondays are set up for you to work on your own(cards or scrapbooking), they do not run like your standard class..........everyone will be working on a project of their choice(similar to a crop)!

You are welcome to use whatever products* you need to complete one double page layout, or up to 5 cards!!!
Buffet Monday fees are:
$15 for a double page layout
$10 for 5 cards
fees waived with a $25 order!
*you will need to supply your own adhesive, or buy a SU snail when you arrive!

8. Monthly Scrapbooking Kits(offered by Donna)
Starting in Aug. I will be offering monthy scrapbooking kits using bits & pieces of ribbon packs, pattern paper packs, Scrappin' Kits, and many other kit type SU products!

These kits will give you the opportunity to try different products without ordering the WHOLE package!!!

Each month I will list the products you will recieve in the next months kit.......you will need to pre-order(and pre-pay)in order for me to know how many kits to order!!!!

Those purchasing the kits will have an option to come to a FREE class held the month after the kit is ordered!!! During the class you can duplicate the layout(project)I have made with the same kit, or work on your own(your choice)!!!!

There is no monthly commitment, you are welcome to pick and choose which kit you like and take part on that month!!! The content of each kit will be offered to you at a 10% savings!! There will be an extra 10% savings for those that order all 6 of the kits from the current catalog(Aug. - Jan. for the 1st round)!!!

Pattern paper(& most embellishments)included in the kits will feature ALL NEW products.......I will be sure to offer a wide variety of themes hoefully following current seasons/holidays(not all girls, I promise)!!!!

9. NEW clubs will start in Aug.(with the new catty)!
Club members meet once per month and agree to place a minimum order, there is no class fee!! If the current hostess benifets stay the same($200 workshop)the minimum order will be $33.50 per crafter per month!

Each member of the club will have a desginated month in which they will receive the hostess benefits.......free hostess sets, and free product!!

Each club will run for 6 months(the duration of the catty)!

There will be 6 crafters per club!

There will be a CARD CLUB & a SCRAPBOOKING CLUB(run seperately)!

We will meet during the 3rd week of the month......cards on Tuesday, Scrapbooking on Weds.

10. Tidbits from Donna
Crafters Garage Sale-June 14th
Thanks so much for your support at the garage sale last weekend........much appreciated!!! Shoppers were many, most went home with at least a FEW goodies!!! For those that brought inventory......thank you, the success of the garage sale was because you participated......hope you enjoy your SU Gift Certificate!!!

Lost & Found
Donna is missing a stamp from one her stamp sets..........I think it was accidently added to a retiring set(from last year), and sold at the Retiring Garage Sale!!!

The missing stamp is from Office Accoutrement(page 124 of current catty), it the dae stamp(set up like a calendar)!!! If you by chance have it, and are willing to return it I would appreciate it!

Thanks in advance for checking!!!

The end of class! (from Donna)
Ladies, first off I have to say I do love to visit and I am as guilty as anyone for some our late nights!! I do however need to make a few changes to our current END OF CLASS routine!!! I do believe that most classes can be completed within a 2-2.5 hour time frame, making it possible to wind things up by 9:00-9:30!!! Scrap-A-Stack/crop nights/specialty classes will be considered an exception as we definately need more time!!! Please do not take offense to the changes, but I really do need to implement a time frame for my in home events......thank you for your understanding!!!

Please bring your ADHESIVE!
All events hosted by Donna require that you bring your own adhesive!!! If by chance you forget(or don't have any)you are welcome to use the classroom supply of SU glue sticks, or purchase a cartridge of SU Snail adhesive(you can borrow the dispenser during the class)!!! I will be sure to have an supply of Snail for purchase, cost being $6.15(shipping & taxes included)!

If you have made it to the bottom.........CONGRATULATIONS!!!

I appreciate your time!!

Have a great day, and HAPPY STAMPIN'

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