Marisa's July News and Notes

Happy Summer! I have been planning my calendar through December...Time flies, but it really seems short when you are planning the whole year at once! I will be updating my Google calendar through the end of the year in effort to give you more time to plan! I am also working on the projects for the year so I can have samples for you way in advance! Thanks for your feedback...I appreciate you! Now on with the News and Notes!

Here is what you will find in this issue:

• Catalog Debut and Open House **This SUNDAY**
• Stamp Of The Month - Buggy Boxes
• July Limited Edition - Just Dreamy
• Don't miss The Perfect Palette For Pennies
• Class Schedule and MORE for July and August, includes a Crafty Garage Sale!

OPEN HOUSE **THIS SUNDAY** 11am-3pm
How did this come up so fast! I know it has been in the last two News and Notes, but I can not believe it is here!! Maybe it is because I have been so busy with my nephew and the new baby!

Come out this Sunday for my Open House and Catalog Debut! I will be at Pam's house at 3004 Oriole Lane in Rolling Meadows. Come make TWO free make and take cards and get your BRAND NEW Fall/Winter Inspiration Book and Catalog! I will have lots of class projects for you to see, and touch and I will be taking sign ups at the Open House. There will also be prizes, including a Reece Soar With It Collection with Cardstock and Ribbon, for you to win. Get entered into prize the drawing for:

• Picking up your Fall/Winter Catalog
• Bringing a friend that I don't know
• Signing up for a class
• Placing a $30 or more order
• Ordering Stamp of the Month
• Ordering Just Dreamy
• Scheduling a Party
• Buying or Ordering from any of my friends at the event

This year I will be debuting with select friends including; my Mom and Pam with It Takes Two Jewelry, my sister, Elisa, with Tastefully Simple, Char with Party Light, Kate with Mary Kay (I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE THE NEW MINERAL MAKE UP), and Annie with Simply Fun!

July Stamp Of the Month - Buggy Boxes

I think this is a totally CUTE Stamp Of the Month, I mean come on...look at those dancing bugs! How fun would they be paper pieced? Get this $10.95 set for just $6.95 with your $30 purchase in July!

July Limited Edition - Just Dreamy

This “dreamy” Limited Edition Set is only available July 15 through August 15, 2008, so hurry and grab yours today! You can purchase this specially-sized stamp set for just $7.95 (a retail value of $10.95) with a $30.00* purchase.

Don't miss The Perfect Palette For Pennies:

Available only while supplies last!

Feminine, romantic, perfect for spring and Mother's Day! Get the beautiful Bella Flor Classic Soar With It Collection for just $10! Stock up while you can, price is good while supplies last! Here is a look at a super cute mini album project made with Bella Flor...TUTORIAL INCLUDED!

Class Schedule and MORE for July and August:

July Classes and MORE

Friday, July 11th 6:30 - 9:30 pm

Stamp Club

Make 3-5 projects, keep the featured Stamp Set. July Stamp set is Liner Sentiments! BRAND NEW to the Fall Collection See above for a picture of the set! Class $31 and includes $19.95 for you to take! Please RSVP with payment by June 30th, I need ample time to order and CUT your stamps.

Sunday, July 14th 11 am - 3 pm

OPEN HOUSE and Catalog Debut

Join me, It Takes Two Jewelry, Tastefully Simple, Party Light, Simply Fun, and Mary Kay. Come make two FREE make and take cards and get your BRAND NEW Fall/Winter Inspiration Book and Catalog!

Friday, July 25th 6:30 - 9:30 pm

Masterpiece Cards is BACK!!

Come make three beautiful cards for just $10. These cards focus on lots of detail and technique. The end results are beautiful cards meant for someone special. RSVP by June 21st so that I have enough time to cut the card kits.

Saturday, July 26th 10am - 6:00 pm

Moonbeam Mini Seminar

Thinking about joining my TAC Team?? This event is for you!! MARK YOUR CALENDARS and RSVP RIGHT AWAY!! We are having a Moonbeam Team Mini Seminar! All the fun and excitement of Seminar in a mini format!
This CREATIVE, INSPIRATIONAL, FUN, AND PRIZE FILLED event will be held in Lake Zurich, IL from 10am to 6pm at Debbie Miller's House. All Moonbeam Stampers AND POTENTIAL Moonbeam Stampers are welcome! On time registration is $35 BY July 7th. Late registration is $40 and must be made by July 11th, no exceptions.

Friday, July 25th and Saturday, July 26th 10:30 am - 4:00 pm

GARAGE SALE

Time to clean out my cabinets and FINALLY make room for my business! I have been storing lots of retired TAC stamp sets, stamps from other companies, scrapbook paper and kits, stickers, rub-ons, embellishments, tools, and so much more! It is time for me to say good bye. TONS of Scrapbook Supplies and Stamp Sets EVERYTHING 50% off or MORE!!

August Classes and MORE

Saturday, August 1st

CORN FEST!

Sunday, August 2nd

Pork and Corn Roast

I will be at Corn Fest and Pork and Corn Roast this year! Come on out for handcrafted stamped crafts, a free Make and Take, and Show Specials for New Angels and Hostesses that book a party with me. I am sharing a booth with Bryn of Autumn Raindrops. Bryn makes awesome toddler and kids boutique fashions. She made Violet's 4th of July skirt. Come out and see me AND enjoy the great food!

Saturday, August 9th 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Sydney Circle Album and Tin

The Sydney Circle Album is perfect for a "Dream Circle", "My Favorite Things", "All About Me" Or "My Blessings" Book. Makes a great gift! .Bring as many as 22 wallet size pictures. Class includes album and it's storage tin for $28. Please bring your favorite adhesive.

Tuesday, August 19th 6:30 pm- 9:00pm

Card and Project Buffet

More than just cards, make 3D projects and scrapbook projects too. $2 per card and various prices pay per project. Make as many or as few as you want! Buffets are ALWAYS mystery hostesses! Everyone that places an order gets a chance at the hostess rewards when total orders are over $100! PLEASE NOTE: I will keep registration for this event to 6 people, if needed I will open another date. Please RSVP as soon as possible if you plan to attend.

Tuesday, August 26th 6:30pm - 9:00 pm

Stamp Club

Make 3-5 projects, keep the featured Soar With It Collection. August Soar With It Collection is Angelee! This Soar With It Collection is BRAND NEW to the Fall Collection Class $30 and includes the entire Angelee SWIC, Cardstcock and Ribbon Packs! Please RSVP with payment by August 15th, I need ample time to order and cut supplies.

Marisa's June News and Notes

Where did May go?? Can you believe it is already SUMMER? Violet's last day of school is June 5th and Desi's last day is June 6th! Time FLIES!

Here is what you will find in this issue:

• Reserve your Fall/Winter Collection Catalog NOW
• A Buggy Stamp of the Month
• Vintage Stamp Set
• *MORE NEW* BIG on FUN Limited Edition Minis! Just $2.95...Collect them ALL!
• YOUR MEMORIES HAVE MET THEIR MATCH
• THE PERFECT PALETTE FOR PENNIES
• Updated Class Schedule for June and July

Fall/Winter 2008 Catalogs

I need to order my supply of the BRAND NEW Catalog and Ideabook who wants one? Email and let me know so I can decide how many boxes to order. The new catalog is yours FREE (just pay postage if I have to mail it to you) if you will agree to let me follow up for an order. You know there is bound to be lots of great stuff you just have to have! I will call you a week after you get your new book. There is a preview of FOUR stamp sets at the end of this post.

Stamp of the Month:

Available June 1st - 30th, this FUN buggy set sure has a summer feel! Be sure to check out all the samples done with this unique Stamp of the Month, they really opened up my eyes to the possibilities of this set! "Butterfly Boxes" is ONLY $5.95 ($7.95 Retail Value) with a $30 purchase made this month. Contact me with your order right away.Vintage Stamp Set

Available June 1st - 30th June's Vintage Stamp Set is a super cute teddy bear set!! "Bear My Hugs" is just $10.95 ($15.95 Retail Value) with a $30 purchase made this month. Don't miss this set, it is a return of a retired set available for one month only.

*MORE NEW* BIG on FUN Limited Edition #2 Minis!

Available May 9th - June 16th I am so excited to announce there are even more Limited Editions sets to collect! With a $30 purchase made between May 9th and June 16th you can get one of each of these FOUR sets for just $2.95 each! Collect Them ALL! EVEN more endless possibilities at a Teeny-Tiny price!

YOUR MEMORIES HAVE MET THEIR MATCH
Available May 9th - June 16th
May is a great time to try TAC's high quality easy to complete Matchbook kits. Check out the details of this great special and email or call me to order!Get "True Wealth" an awesome Limited Edition Stamp Set and both Pemberley Bay AND Rockin' Roxie Matchbook kits all for one low price...just $28.90! If I have at least 4 more people order this special I will offer another FREE class...Click here for details about the Matchbook Class.

THE PERFECT PALETTE FOR PENNIES
Available May 2nd and only while supplies last!
Feminine, romantic, perfect for spring and Mother's Day! Get the beautiful Bella Flor Classic Soar With It Collection for just $10! Stock up while you can, price is good while supplies last!Here is a look at a super cute mini album project made with Bella Flor...TUTORIAL INCLUDED!

June Classes
Friday, June 13th 6:30 – 9:30pm
Stamp Club is BACK!!
Make 3-5 projects and keep the featured stamp set! The Stamp Club stamp set is "Oh How". Class is $23. RSVP's must be made TODAY. I need ample time to order and CUT your stamps.

Friday, June 27th 6 – 9:30pm
Card and Project Buffet - CATALOG DEBUT
More than just cards, make 3D projects and scrapbook projects too. $2 per card and various prices pay per project. Make as many or as few as you want! Buffets are ALWAYS mystery hostesses! Everyone that places an order gets a chance at the hostess rewards when total orders are over $100! PLEASE NOTE: I will keep registration for this event to 6 people, if needed I will open another date. Please RSVP as soon as possible if you plan to attend. Here is a sneak peek at some of the stamp sets coming in the Fall/Winter 2008 Collection:

July Classes
Friday, July 11th 6:30 - 9:30 pm
Stamp Club
Make 3-5 projects, keep the featured Stamp Set. July Stamp set is Liner Sentiments! BRAND NEW to the Fall Collection See above for a picture of the set! Class $31 and includes $19.95 for you to take! Please RSVP with payment by June 30th, I need ample time to order and CUT your stamps.

Sunday, July 14th 11 am - 3 pm
OPEN HOUSE
Join me, It Takes Two Jewelry and other select friends for an open house...Check out my calendar on the right menu bar for more details as they fill in. This open House will be at Pam's house in Rolling Meadows.

Friday, July 25th 6:30 - 9:30 pm
Masterpiece Cards is BACK!!
Come make three beautiful cards for just $10. These cards focus on lots of detail and technique. The end results are beautiful cards meant for someone special. RSVP by June 21st so that I have enough time to cut the card kits.

May News and Notes

Hello Spring?!? Well, maybe some day! Spring has been off to a cold start! Good thing The Angel Company is heating it up with a couple of hot specials for May. Please take some time to review the great specials and when they begin and end...there is so much going on this month!! If you want to order something just email me and I will call you for your payment info...It's that easy!
Here is what you will find in this issue:

• Another AWESOME Stamp of the Month
• Vintage Stamp Set
• *MORE NEW* BIG on FUN Limited Edition Minis! Just $2.95...Collect them ALL!
• Miss Moxie Card Kit
• YOUR MEMORIES HAVE MET THEIR MATCH
• THE PERFECT PALETTE FOR PENNIES
• Updated Class Schedule for May and June

Stamp of the Month
Available May 1st - 31st
I am so excited about May's SOTM! It is a super fun patriotic set that will be great for cards for troops and military, 4th of July scrapbook pages and summer party invites! I can not wait to get my hands on it! "Auld Lang Syne" is ONLY $6.95 ($10.95 Retail Value) with a $30 purchase made this month. Contact me with your order right away. Don't miss this set!

Vintage Stamp Set
Available May 1st - 31st
May's Vintage Stamp Set is another patriotic set that will be great for cards for troops and military, 4th of July scrapbook pages and invites!! "Flag Quilt" is just $4.25 ($5.95 Retail Value) with a $30 purchase made this month. Don't miss this set, it is a return of a retired set available for one month only.

*MORE NEW* BIG on FUN Limited Edition #2 Minis!
Available May 9th - June 16th
I am so excited to announce there are even more Limited Editions sets to collect! With a $30 purchase made between May 9th and June 16th you can get one of each of these FOUR sets for just $2.95 each! Collect Them ALL! EVEN more endless possibilities at a Teeny-Tiny price!

Miss Moxie Card Kit
May Card Kit features Miss Moxie Soar With It Collection Papers, Cardstocks, Hardware AND coordinating Starburst Florals! I love this collection of supplies! April Kits are $37 and as always include at least four design idea cards with color photos, instructions and measurements! Add Ordinary Greetings for $11.91.

YOUR MEMORIES HAVE MET THEIR MATCH
Available May 9th - June 16th
May is a great time to try TAC's high quality easy to complete Matchbook kits. Check out the details of this great special and email or call me to order!
Get "True Wealth" an awesome Limited Edition Stamp Set and both Pemberley Bay AND Rockin' Roxie Matchbook kits all for one low price...just $28.90!

THE PERFECT PALETTE FOR PENNIES
Available May 2nd and only while supplies last!
Feminine, romantic, perfect for spring and Mother's Day! Get the beautiful Bella Flor Classic Soar With It Collection for just $10! Stock up while you can, price is good while supplies last!
Here is a look at a super cute mini album project made with Bella Flor...TUTORIAL INCLUDED!

May Classes and Fair Dates
Friday, May 9th 6:30 – 9:30pm
Perpetual Scrapbook 6x9 - CLOSED Class is FULL
Class FOUR of FOUR.
Complete a 6x9 scrapbook in just four classes. You choose your paper pack and 6x9 album. Each class you will receive a new batch of supplies and stamps. Each class is $15 plus class supply pack. Class four supply pack to be determined.

Monday, May 12th 6:30 – 9:30pm
Take a MEMO
Another FUN home décor project! Turn ordinary cork rounds into a fun way to leave messages. We will be painting, stamping and crafting our way through a grouping of three hanging memo boards. Hang them just one or in a grouping of three. $15 for three memo rounds.

Friday, May 16th 6:30 – 9:30pm
Just Cards
Come make three beautiful cards for just $10. Some cards will focus on lots of detail and technique. Others might be quick and easy ideas especially for making multiple copies…who doesn’t need cards on hand? The end results are beautiful cards meant for someone special.

Saturday, May 17th 9am - 2:00pm
Rolling Meadows Garden Club Plant and Craft Sale
Join me at Rolling Meadows old Public Works Building. 3200 Central Rd, Rolling Meadows, IL 60008 for handstamped crafts, It Takes Two Jewelry, stained glass and special Angel Company deals and mystery hostess.

Sunday, May 18th 1:00 - 4:00 pm
Crafting For a Cure Spring Fling Craft and Vendor Fair
Join me at John G. Conyers Learning Academy Gymnasium. 2800 Central Rd, Rolling Meadows, IL 60008 for handstamped crafts, It Takes Two Jewelry, stained glass and special Angel Company deals and mystery hostess

Friday, May 23rd 6 – 9:30pm
Card and Project Buffet
More than just cards, make 3D projects and scrapbook projects too. $2 per card and various prices pay per project. Make as many or as few as you want! Buffets are ALWAYS mystery hostesses! Everyone that places an order gets a chance at the hostess rewards! PLEASE NOTE: I will keep registration for this event to 6 people, if needed I will open another date. Please RSVP as soon as possible if you plan to attend.

June Classes

Friday, June 13th 6:30 – 9:30pm
Stamp Club is BACK!!
Make 3-5 projects and keep the featured stamp set! The Stamp Club stamp set is "Oh How".
Class is $23. RSVP's must be made and paid for by Monday JUNE 2nd. I need ample time to order and CUT your stamps.

Friday, June 27th 6 – 9:30pm
Card and Project Buffet
More than just cards, make 3D projects and scrapbook projects too. $2 per card and various prices pay per project. Make as many or as few as you want! Buffets are ALWAYS mystery hostesses! Everyone that places an order gets a chance at the hostess rewards! PLEASE NOTE: I will keep registration for this event to 6 people, if needed I will open another date. Please RSVP as soon as possible if you plan to attend.

OPEN HOUSE
Saturday June 28th - Date subject to change as plans firm up...
Join me, It Takes Two Jewelry and other select friends for an open house...More details will follow mid month!