Tracy Keith

WE'RE COOKIN UP SOMETHING REALLY YUMMY!

Hi girls!

Have you bought your menu to the By Design Bistro yet?

This event is going to be so amazing! Timi will be doing a mini class with you all involving some dinnerware and I will be creating a mini book page which you can also use as an embellishment on any page! Stay tuned for sneak peeks! The fee for this is $8 which will include a mini class with Timi and 2 other truly over the top make n takes! Plus you won't want to miss a great sale and demos for a BRAND NEW NEVER BEFORE SEEN PRODUCT! You can purchase your menu in the online store or call to reserve yours.

At the event we will be unveiling something new that is in the works. It is something of course delicious and this "grand opening" is sure to have local gals and those who love By Design from another city or state very, very happy!  This is something very exciting and those at the By Design Bistro event will have the first opportunity to learn more about it! Stay tuned for how you can get in on the excitement and win a huge prize valued at $100!!!

Hope to see you tonight for the Thursday make n take!

MNT Thursday!

Oh what fun! Playing with some House of 3 goodies and the paper crimper of course! Have you seen the awesome bling ribbon buckles we have!!!! Too cute! 

Join us Thurs. from 3:30-6:30pm for our $1 MNT! See you there! 

Make N Take Thursday July 2

 Join Jessica today from 3:30 - 6:30 for our Thursday Make N Take!  This girl is amazing!  Come learn some new techniques from her today. 

Also, a newsletter should be hitting your email boxes in the next couple of hours.  It is packed full of information on our upcoming classes, events and retreats!  It even includes a coupon at the end of the newsletter.  Just clip it and bring it into the store to save $$$. 

We head out to Orlando, Florida at the end of the month for the CHA trade show.  That means in the next few weeks we will start moving out our inventory.  Be sure to stop in for our "daily specials"!  Speaking of "daily specials" have you heard about our Bistro Day coming up July 25?  If you haven't picked up your reservation menu head on over to our online store to purchase yours today.  They are already heading out the door quickly!!  The cost is $8.  We will be serving up make n takes, demos and even an ice cream sundae buffet!!  Come join us!!

We hope you have a safe and spectacular 4th of July!!  We will be closed Saturday July 4th to celebrate as well.

Toodles~~tracy

 

Bring it on!! BYOS July 2 - supply list

Here it is everyone.  The papers I used for the layouts are:

1 page of bold print (lots of colors)

1 page another print that "plays nice"

2 pages of 2 different solids or "distressed solid" (pick your favorite colors to hi light)

1 page ea. of 2 other solids (accents)

2 different ribbons

any other embellishments you have that     match, buttons,etc.

letters for words (or there will be cardstock left) Think of a title.

ink that matches

Hint:  There is a "swirly" theme to this page.  I chose a paisley print and it matches nicely.

The pictures that could be on these layouts can be :

Page 1 - (1) 5 x7 or (2) 4 x 6 horizontal or vert

Page 2 - up to (8) 3 x 3 or (2) 4 x 6 horiz

            plus a 4 x 4

So, you see this one will hold lots.  Good use for a gathering or trip.

See you Thursday!

Cheryl

WOW! What fun!

We had such a great time with all of you yesterday! Thanks to all of you who came out yesterday and celebrated with us! The make n takes and demos were tons of fun! As promised here is the winner from the previous post...according to random.org the winning number is the 10th person who commented. Congratulations to G Chapman! We will have a yummy bunch of House Of 3 goodies waiting for you!

Thanks again to everybody!

MNT Monday for June 29

The fourth of July is right around the corner and let me say "Happy Birthday USA" in advance with this MNT today.  It uses the glittery frames again, but I thought they just looked great with the mini-Bingo card.  It is a special card you will only get with the MNT.  They are promotional and SOOOO cute.  You'll love it.

Speaking of loving something, I'd like to say that now that I have a son who is an officer in the United States Army, this and all other patriotic holidays have such a new meaning.  I think of him and his little wife and the things that they have put off in their lives (like owning a home and starting a family) so he can serve this wonderful country.  I am so proud of their selflessness and I am sure there are many like them all over the place.  Please use every opportunity to hug a soldier each time you can!!  Don't be afraid to thank them for their service and teach your children to do the same, because the freedom that they fight for is certainly not free.  It comes with a very high price.  I wish we could all love this country as much as these folks do. 

 God bless America.

Come see me Monday,

Cheryl

One last hint about the fun we have going on tomorrow!

Last chance for you gals to post an answer to the question below is tonight. I will be giving one lucky winner a bunch of brand new goodies that we are debuting this weekend! I am lovin' all of your ideas! Think I will get something going for Thursday's MNT with the sticky back canvas! 

Remember, if you cannot make it for the make n take and demos, you can still come shop with us tomorrow and receive your birthday discount for the duck sale. 

There are a few new kits at the store: Soccer and Swimming.

I just can't wait to show you all the fun tools we've been playing with and the new products you won't find anywhere else!!! It is so exciting! 

Here is a little peek at the MNT for tomorrow. This make n take will be part of a home decor project that will be perfect in any home! 

 

Supply List for Debby Schuh's classes

Just Be  Friday, June 26   6:00 - 9:00  (**we still have a couple spots left in this class if you'd like to join us tonight)

paper trimmer, scissors, pencil, black journaling marker, Crop A Dile, scoring tool, tape runner adhesive, liquid glue to adhere fabric (I used Ranger Glossy Accents), scissors that will cut fabric, sanding block or sand paper, scallop scissors, cutting mat, craft knife, stapler, favorite border punch (I used Fiskars Apron Lace punch). Optional: Distress Ink Shabby Shutters inkpad, scallop scissors for fabric.

These are the Days - Saturday, June 27  9:00 - 12:00 (class is full)

12” paper trimmer, ruler, pencil, scissors, Ranger Ink Blending tool, Non-stick Craft Mat, Distress Ink Stamp Pad: Vintage Photo, tape runner adhesive, Crop a dile or 1/8” hole punch, stapler or tiny attacher, foam squares, sand paper. Optional: decorative scissors – small scallop, Rolodex punch or ATC punch.

The Places You'll Go - Saturday, June 27 2:00 - 5:00 (class is full)

12” paper trimmer, ruler, pencil, scissors, Ranger Ink Blending tool, Non-stick Craft Mat, Distress Ink Stamp Pad: Vintage Photo, tape runner adhesive, Crop a dile, stapler or Tiny Attacher, foam squares, sand paper or edge distressor, apron or old shirt to cover clothes while painting. Optional: Binderie punch, decorative border punch, craft knife.

Ready for some more peeks at what we have planned for Saturday?

I think that in all the birthday excitement, we should give away some presents! So post a comment about what you think the coolest new products you want to see us demo and use in make n takes and we'll pick a random winner! The winner can pick up their goodies at the store. 

Here are some more hints about some of the brand new things you will find in the store to celebrate on Sat. Any one noticing a patttern...hehe! 

This is part of a layout created by our talented Beverly Harrison. Love the vibrant colors! 

Below is another example of some of the fun "tools" you will get to play with on Saturday! 

Remember, your "invite" which is picked up in store is good for an extra 10% off the duck sale! Wow! You know Tracy knows how to give a good sale! 

Can't wait to see you guys! Getting things ready to go....

Hugs, 

Jess

Thursday MNT for today!

Just a reminder to come on over for the MNT this afternoon from 3:30-6:30 with Jess. You'll get a dose of some vintage inspiration! 

Don't forget to pick up your birthday party invitation while you're here. It is your pass to all the fun on Saturday for our birthday celebration! 

And did we mention...really good discounts and sales!