Christmas Extravaganza Recap - Part FIVE plus SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS!!!

What a fantastic experience Christmas Extravaganza was! I look back at it with very fond memories in a time when I needed to find some happiness since the devastating loss of both my Dad and my Grandmother in September. I can't tell you what a blessing this group of demonstrators have been to me. I was very fortunate to work with them on this event, as well as the ladies who assisted with the Christmas Crop area.

Phyllis Shepherd, my upline and Stampin' Up! mentor, was our fearless leader throughout the planning and execution of this event. Could not have done it without her!! I also was "wowed" by the hard work of my downline, Daphne Wright (who could not attend as a demonstrator, but did a TON of prep work with us) and Patricia Crawford, as well as my 2nd-level downline, Tammy Baldwin. These ladies were phenomenal and are always a joy to work with. I also had the pleasure of meeting my "sideline/Stampin' Sister," Tracy Skinner, who was not only a talent, but a barrell of laughs.

Kathleen Guion and Katie Mattox were a great support system, helping us to register attendees and filling in wherever they were needed at a moment's notice.

I am looking forward to doing another Extravaganza in Spring 2010 and hope that all of these wonderful and talented ladies will join me again at that time!

Now for some photos and the SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT......


Completed set of 4 stamped tiles (4 blank tiles and unstamped ribbon included in kit).


Sample 1.


Sample 2.


Sample 3.


Sample 4. Use your own stamps and inks to create any coasters your heart desires!!


Completed ornaments (1 ornament, 1 bag of "stuffing", and ribbon included in kit)


Christmas tree card (pre-cut paper to complete 2 cards of this design included with the kit).


Joy Card (pre-cut paper to complete 2 cards of this design included with the kit).


Christmas Tree Apparel Pin (paper and notions to complete 1 pin included in kit).


Big Shot Boxes (pre-cut paper to complete 3 boxes included with the kit).

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS:

ANNOUNCEMENT #1:
We have additional kits from Extravaganza that are available for purchase!! Here is the information:

COST: $20.00 per kit. (Shipping not included. Local pick-up from me or from your own Extravaganza demonstrator.)

CONTENTS: Each kit includes:

• 4 blank tiles with unstamped ribbon.


• 1 glass ornament with 1 bag of "stuffing" and ribbon to complete the project.


• 4 card kits - to complete 2 each of 2 different designs.


• 1 apparel pin kit.


• 3 Big Shot Boxes - kit includes pre-cut papers.

NOTE: Inks, adhesives, and stamp set NOT included in these kits.

This is a GREAT DEAL!!! All kits will be sold on a first-come, first-emailed basis. Please EMAIL ME asap and let me know how many kits you would like. These kits will make a multitude of inexpensive gifts!!!

ANNOUNCEMENT #2:
I will be hosting a FREE workshop this coming Monday, 10/19/2009, at Pleasant Grove United Methodist Church in the quilting room. Here are the details:

WHAT:
Stampin’ Up! Happy Hostess Workshop. Beginners always welcome! Please bring a friend! You will go home with a smile on your face and a stamped project in your hands!

WHEN:
10/19/2009 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. (informal workshop, so please drop in as convenient)

WHERE:
PGUMC Quilting Room

COST:
FREE!
* 10% of profit from any orders placed goes directly to PGUMC!
* Donations to PGUMC are always welcome.

ANNOUNCEMENT #3:
Hanging Heart Boxes $5.00 Class!

I will be hosting a $5.00 class on Monday, 10/26/2009, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Pleasant Grove United Methodist Church in the quilting room. Come make this fabulous hanging heart box filled with note cards!

This would make a fantastic gift. Additional kits are also $5.00 each. Just LMK how many you would like! Come take care of your Christmas shopping inexpensively, avoid the mall, AND have FUN!!! No prior crafting/stamping experience necessary!

Please RSVP ASAP (if possible) so that I may plan to have the appropriate number of kits available. Be sure to tell your friends!

I hope you are as excited about these special announcements as I am! I plan on adding additional $5.00 Monday Night events, so be sure to check back often for additional information!

Thank you for following along on this week-long journey with me and for allowing us:

"To love what we do and share what we love, as we help others enjoy creativity and worthwhile accomplishments . . . in this we make a difference."

-Stampin' Up! Statement of the Heart

Have a blessed day!

Katie Burke
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