We had a nice time this weekend at the Open House. If you missed it, we missed you! In case you couldn't stop by, here is what you missed.... A highlight each year is my table of discounted, retired stamp sets and this year, the table is piled HIGH with stamps! So many were retired this year, and I am forcing myself to give up a few old favorites, so there are some great finds on the table.
There was a display of upcoming events, where you could get a close look at samples of what you will create at classes in August. There were sign-ups available.
Some deadlines for sign-ups are coming quickly, so keep in mind that you should be in touch with me soon to attend the "ABC" Stamping class (in which we'll make a monogram pin and coordinating purse bag) and the Quick Cards To Go kit (I'm especially excited about this one, as I know you will LOVE this). Please visit my website Events Page for more details.
There was also a display of our next Technique Tuesday class, in which we will review the Masking and Reverse Masking techniques. These monthly technique classes will be offered generally the last Tuesday of each month, if this helps you to plan.
We also had a few of our brand new products out on display, so that you could really get a look at what is available in our new Fall-Winter Collection 2007 catalog. The new Pretties Kit is a personal favorite of mine! And the Simply Sent Card Kits (which were introduced last year, but now we have new ones to choose) were displayed to show that the stamps are die-cut and ready to mount and go! The kits include all you need to create 10 beautiful cards in 2 designs. The Build A Flower Accents & Elements are adorable. Of course, this year's In Color collection of inks and cardstocks are a hit. And I had the Beachfront assortment as one example of Ribbon Originals.
There were outdated Idea Books and Mini Catalogs available as resources and even card samples of retired sets up for grabs. And, let's not forget that we were stamping! Our Make-N-Take was created using the level 2 Hostess set, In the Spotlight, and also the Hugs & Wishes set. We used all new In Color selections of Groovy Guava, Purely Pomegranate and Wild Wasabi.
A great time was had by all!