Doris' Blog

So, What's Up Bloggers??

Hello Bloggers!!  Hope the Easter bunny was good to all of you.  I totally enjoyed the day off and made good use of that thing called "naps".  Was I ever nappy!!  I do feel rested and rejuvenated so perhaps it's what was in order.  Hopefully this week will go well as I just realized only moments ago that I have a newsletter due out later this week.  Yikes!!  It'll happen - I just need to focus.

We are less than 1 week away from our "2011 Bookfest".  It's hard to believe but there are still spaces open so....if you are inclined to want a fun filled weekend all about creativity, give us a call at the shop (425.391.1500) and get registered.  Sherry Wilson, John Peterson, and Rita Noble have all created some wonderful books for you to create on your own.  There is lots going on with goodies and such so it'll definitely be a fun weekend and very affordable at $130.00 for the entire weekend.

Hope you had an opportunity to catch Spring on Saturday.  It sure was a fabulous day.  I worked at the shop all day but made it a point to stick my head out the door now and then.  I'm really happy that I did given the newscast this evening included snow warnings in all the passes and the weather was headed back to cold and wet.  I, like many, can't wait until we can stretch out a few days without any "wet".

It remains quiet at the shop but hopefully with taxes behind us and the holiday past, we'll be seeing more of you.  Our FREE Wednesday demos remain popular so stop in if you can between 1:00 pm and 3:00 pm and check them out.  We always have fun.   A sneak peek into Wednesday's demo include those Marvy Metallic Markers we all bought 20 years ago.  I loved them then and still do.  What stunning results.  I'll post pictures after the demo so get them out and be ready!!

Reserve Saturday, 21 May 2011, for our 2-year anniversary in Issaquah.  I know - how did that happen but it's actually since March that marked our 2 years.  Our grand opening had been in May, hence, why we are celebrating in May.  We've got lots planned and are working on the details.

Have a GREAT week everyone!!  - Hugs to all - Doris

Yeah!! It's Friday!!

Greetings Bloggers!!  I had hoped to post much ealier than this but it is what it is.  We are not particularly busy at the shop but when I get home in the evenings I am pooped.  I suppose that I could say I am still recovering.  A computer at the shop would help a lot so that much of the computer work could be done in the daylight.  Much clearer head.  We are working on it and hope that something will materialize soon.  Stay tuned on that one.

Registrations for the 2011 Bookfest are still in progress so if you are so inclined to want to spend a whole weekend in creative bliss, give the shop a call.  Space is limited so do it now while you are thinking about it (425.391.1500).  The projects are on display at the shop and are WOWZAs so make a point on stopping in to take a look. 

The DEX club meeting on Sunday proved to be lots of fun.  I've included a couple of photos for your viewing pleasure.  Susan Holton gave a rather comprehensive demo on the new Tsukinelo product "Glaze On".  It was very cool, informative, and will undoubtedly work well when trying to use the Stazon Inkpads in multiple colors.  When applied to the surface of Stazon, another Stazon color can be added and the colors will not become muddied or blend together.  A GREAT hit.  We'll hear more on this one we are sure.

Sara Brighton delivered some of her wonderful collage sheets just in time for Easter.  They are georgeous.  Sara also conducted a class this week and what a blast that was.  The comaraderie and yip yap continued for hours after class.  Total fun!!  Potato chips always help!!  That new grocery store that has real bargins and is just a few doors to our right, could be the end of us.  Large potato chip bags for 50 cents.  Can't just buy one you know so gotta share!!  Again, what fun!!

Some new product has arrived in the shop.  We have Karen Lockhart's newest release along with some fabulous samples.  The designs are superb as well.  Karen will be teaching at Friends in June so we are definitely looking forward to that.  Registrations are now open so call the shop.

I  suppose this is enough yip yap for one evening.  Hope you are all finding the Spring weather delightful.  We gotta make the best of it but hopefully it will get better.  Until the next time...... hugs to all - Doris

                                   

Here is Susan Holton demo'ing Tsukineko's new product called Goosebumps.  More on this new product in my next post.  The demo took place at the March Dex Club meeting.

 

                                     
Hey look - that's me!!  Thanks to Dave Saylor for this one.  OK Dave - Now I need 100 copies!!

                                  

Where is Linda Short going??  It really does not matter as long as she leaves that fabulous cake with 1-inch icing.  Where's that recipe Linda?  Everyone wants a copy!

                                  
Is John Peterson really paying attention or is he just now learning how to manage that camera.  I'd better be careful - he's one of our 2011 Bookfest instructors. 

   

                                          

Photos compliments of Dave Saylor.  You can thank him for this one Robin.  Do you want 100 copies also?  It's a pretty good one!!

Goodnight Everyone........................
                                  
 

 

Greetings from Doris at Friends and Company

Hello Bloggers!!  It seems as though there is so much going on that I am not sure just where to start.  For those of you wondering, the Celebration of Life for Tammy Fox was very well attended.  For me personally, it has, to a degree, helped me to wrap my head around this whole thing a bit better.  It presented me the opportunity of being more a part of Tammy's life and with all the folks attending, it was made clear that Tammy was very valuable in their lives as well and that she will be missed.  Please keep her parents, Kathy and Ed Fox, in your thoughts and prayers as they continue to get through this tragedy. 

Plans for the "2011 Bookfest" are complete and registrations are now being accepted for this 2-day event scheduled for 30 April (9:00 am - 6:00 pm) and 1 May (11:00 am - 3:00 pm).  This is a three-part book event where each student will complete 3 artful books presented by their instructors, Sherry Wilson, Rita Noble, and John Peterson.  I am attempting to get scans of each project and will post as soon as they are complete.  In the meantime, all three projects are available for viewing at the shop so stop in to take a look.  Early registration at $130.00, which includes several amenities (peanut butter and jelly sandwiches for lunch as an example - hee hee), is encouraged.  Space is limited to 16 participants only!  As a note, the PB&J lunch is my attempt at keeping costs down as requested by several individuals expecting to register.  Should be fun as it takes us all back to you know... those days of "Remember When?"

Just received our auto-ship from the Lockhart Rubber Stamp Company from her most recent release.  Although only 6 designs were released, we just love them and currently have them all in stock.  If you would like for us to put any aside for you, just call the shop (425.391.1500) and let us know what we can do for you.  I think they are way cool!!

           

      2142 Farmer's Market Bouquet           2143 Perfect Apples
 

                               
              2144 Perfect Pears                    2145 Perfect Berries

  

                                                
                                      2146 Cheese Tray                                     

                                 

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 p.s.  Karen Lockhart will be visiting the Pacific Northwest in June 2011.  Karen will be teaching a class at Friends and Company on Saturday, 11 June 2011.  Register early!!

We are making plans to celebrate our 2-year anniversary in Issaquah, WA, scheduled for Saturday, 14 May 2011 so do save the date.  Can you believe it?  We are not sure of any details just yet so if you would like to see something special happen, just let us know.  We love hearing from you and any suggestions you might have.  Start planning for the opportunity to purchase a limited number of punch cards.  These $100.00 gift cards are a gift to yourself for use all year long with an additional value of $10.00 just for purchasing the card as our gift to you.  Passport members receive an additional $10.00 just for being a member of the passport program.  How can you miss?  The punch cards also offer us the opportunity for extra cash flow during a time when we can use whatever help is available so.... do let us know that you want one.

Well it is already late and with a long day tomorrow I'm off to blow some zzzzzz's.  I've got lots more but..... until the next blog, take care.  Hugs to all - Doris