Vision board!!

Hey ladies! I was just invited to a vision board party! I really wish I could go! In case you want to go here is the info. I've also invited a few of you on facebook. If you didn't get a Facebook invite and would like one please let me know asap- the class should fill up quickly.

Here is the link to the event:  https://www.facebook.com/events/359433564227202/

Pot Planting Survey

***So the question has come up about budget. Most of us are learning about this for the 1st time and have no clue what these things cost. I talked to Sue and we came up with a plan. After you buy your pot, plan on $15 for the basics (soil, a tall plant, a flower or two and a hanging plant) If you'd like more than that she will have options with pricing attached. Also, if there are plant types you'd like please let me know so she can get an idea of what kind of plants to buy. If you have no clue about plant types it's ok- this is a learning experience- even for me! She also mentioned that you are welcome to bring your own plants and just pay for what you use.
Please complete the survey and if you have questions, concerns or basic comments I'd really appreciate hearing them. This is the 1st time do a party like this so any feedback is helpful.
Thanks!


Here is the survey that needs to be completed and sent to me by Saturday (5.23) Please send it to me via text, email or Facebook. This will count as your official RSVP.

What is your budget? (This will be for plants, dirt and whatever items are needed for your specific pot) 

What size pot do you have? (Please keep it between 16"-22")

Where are you going to put it?
Full Sun   Part Sun   Full Shade

Standing or Hanging Pot?

Color preference? (This is just a suggestion for colors, not a guarantee)

If you can include a picture of your pot set in its place please attach it.

Any Additional Questions?

-We will be going this outside and there won't be much shade. Please bring your own drinks, a side dish to pass and sunscreen.

I can't wait for this! I have a pot just waiting to be planted!

-I've had a few people ask about kids. We will be outside planting. My neighborhood is awesome for kids! I also have a small playground in my yard. If you plan on bringing kids please make sure they have food/snacks, drinks and sunscreen. Hopefully we don't get rained out! (If it rains we can work in the garage but the kids will still be outside.)

If you need my address please let me know in your survey.

Talk to you soon!

-L

MAY and Other Updates

Potting A Pot Properly

May 30th 

11am

Grantsville

Exact address will be given when you RSVP

Sue will be hosting this month and teaching us how to properly plant a pot or planter box. When you RSVP you will be sent a small survey about where your pot will be going and what size it will be. This is important so that your plants can be purchased and brought to the party by Sue. We would like to keep the size of the pot pretty general 6"-21" in size (and it needs to be brought to the party so keep that in mind) The size of the pot will also dictate your pricing. Please contact me or Sue with any questions or concerns. This is a new party for us so we will be working out the details as we go along.

Here are a few things we know:

The survey will need to be complete 1 week before the party so that your plants can be ordered and here on time for the party.

There will be a variety of colors, a tall plant, a hanging/cascading plant and anything else that will fit in your budget and pot.

You will need to transport your pot to and from your home and it will need to be purchased 1 week prior to the party so that you can properly fill out the survey.

Remember that soil and any additional supplies needed for your pot will be added into your budget.

You will need to pay Sue upon your arrival before you start planting any of your flowers/plants.

I am willing to meet up with any of you the week or so before to purchase your pot/planter box if that will make you feel more comfortable. (I think I am going to have the husband make mine out of pallets but I'm down to go shopping!)

RSVP's are extremely important for this event! You can RSVP by leaving a comment below, emailing mrsleslieday@gmail.com, texting me if you have my number or through Facebook.

I will post more information if it is needed.

As for some updates. I realized today that I haven't been doing any follow up pictures (mostly because they get trapped on my phone between hundreds of pictures of my kids or I'm so involved with the ladies that I forget to take pictures period.)

So here is what I have from this year:

February we did My Favorite Thing and it was so much fun! I have to limit the attendance to this party to 4-5 people to keep the cost manageable. This year we had 4 ladies attend. We each brought our favorite dish/dessert to pass and a $5 or less gift for each lady. The theme was My Favorite Thing so we all had our favorites to share! I'll admit, this was one of my favorite parties because I got some neat things! I took the picture of the items today- so I apologize that they are all used and not fresh!
This was like a mini Christmas! I can't wait to do it again! Everyone wrapped their favorite things up so nice and we ate mint brownies and Rice Krispies Treats and and and... I may just have to throw another one just because!

Britt- Coffee Mug
Danielle- Wallet (At least that's what I got. She did something different for everyone)
Laura- Glitter Chapstick
Leslie- Rubber Hair Ties

 


March had 2 events! One was a Pedicure at Cameo and the other was a Color Me Mine event with the kids!

I loved having 2 in March! It was fun to be with the adults only, then have the kids come join for the next! I wish I would have taken more pictures at both events! I was so consumed with the task at hand that I was too relaxed and focused that I just didn't complete picture taking very well. If you have pictures that you'd like me to post please send them to me. Thanks!


1st was Pedicures. This was so much fun! I love Cameo. It's my favorite place to get pedicures. It's hit and miss for the actual pedicure (because they are students) but they always do the paraffin wax and the environment is calm. You also get to sit on a big bench perched up right next to all your friends. This time was one of my favorites because the students we had were involved in the conversations and the whole room was talking about the same things. It was like we had double the friends come!  Plus the ladies that came are like my sisters so that added to my enjoyment!

Did you know that for Mother's Day Cameo does 1/2 off of gift cards!? This is how I pay for my pedicures every year! Spend $30 on a gift card that is worth $60! Here is the picture I sent to my sweet husband who said- "You can go get your own gift card! That place is full of crazed women!" Haha! Looks like I will be online on May 6th.

Then a few weeks later we went to Color Me Mine with the kids. I was pretty excited about the turn out! They even made sure we were in the party room! That was a perk I didn't expect! I wish I would have taken pictures of everyone's before/after. If you have your stuff back and don't see the picture below please send me your completed item(s) so that I can post them. We had so many creative ideas and kids that just went for it! I absolutely love seeing people create their kind of art. We are all so different! It's pretty much my favorite thing! Everyone steps out of their comfort zone and creates. Love, Love, Love!

I'm so thankful for all the amazing women in my life! Thanks for coming along when you can!
I love making new friends so please come and bring someone with you!

See you soon!

-L

Color Me Mine

Just a quick reminder to schedule your pedicure. Details here

Color Me Mine
April 21st 
3:30ish- Close (8pm)
Draper location 

Tuesdays are 2 for Tuesdays- This means that 2 people paint for the price of 1 studio fee. So bring a friend or your kid(s)! I will have both of my kiddos this time.

Please contact me ASAP so I can get the rest of the plans in place. I will need RSVP's of how many will be coming with you so I can reserve tables. Remember that your kids are welcome to join this event!

Talk to you soon,

L


Don't know all about Color Me Mine? Check out their website. I absolutely love this kind of therapy!

Cocktails and Canvas Pictures

Alright Ladies! I have some info along with pictures from the last Ladies Day.

Info 1st:

Amber is hosting a class in June- She is having a mother/daughter or BFF day and offering 2 paintings for $25. (Or you can just do one for $15) You don't have to have a partner- you can do both for yourself (Probably what I will do because I like both of the paintings!) Link over to her page for more information.

If you can't make it to her house in June why not throw a party in your home!? She is offering classes in home now. You only need a few people to join you. Contact her for benefits of hosting your own party. And if you need help planning it please let me know (I really like making invitations and setting up the details. Secretly I wish I was a party planner!) 

Contact Amber at thelaziestartist@outlook.com to set up your party! 

Have you shared her info on social media for your 1/2 price classes!? Remember to tag her when you do.

Pictures:

I LOVE how different each painting is! This is one of my favorite parties! Thank you to everyone who came out! I can't wait to see all of you in April for Pedicures and Color Me Mine!
Talk to you soon,
L

PEDICURES!

I have finally figured out a plan with Cameo for pedicures!

PEDICURES

April 8th 6:30pm

Cameo in Murray 

$30 (plus tip)

Here's what to do:

Call or sign up online. (It's probably better to call to make sure you get in at the same time as everyone)

Call: 801-747-5700 Option: 2 Option: 2 again.
Set your appointment up for April 8th at 6:30pm. They fill up fast and it's 1st come 1st serve. Let them know you will be joining me- Leslie. Then let me know that I should be expecting you.

Online: Fill out the form on the right hand side-  in the "notes" section add that you will be joining me- Leslie- for a pedicure on April 8th at 6:30pm. Here is the link  Let me know when you get your appointment set.

Can't wait!

-L

Soon I will post about how to host a Cocktails and Canvas party at your own home! If you can't wait for this post contact me and I will tell you how!

WE WANT YOU!!

This is going to take a minute to read- but I'm pretty passionate about having all you ladies show up- so hang in there and read all the way through. Pretty Please? 

I'm calling out all of you that want to come, but haven't yet!

I've been hearing some real fears, concerns and excuses, around town- usually from outspoken husbands that want YOU to get out and have fun with the ladies! Even if that means he's stuck at home with the kids. (Just kidding- he just wants to hang out with all the other dads- even if that means cracking one open outside and watching the kids on their "play date" while you get some much needed time away.)

Ready to read why you should come!?

Debunking all your fears and "reasons" for staying away for so long: 

1st- I'm awesome! And real honest so you know that when I say I'm awesome- it's nothing but the truth! :)

Your significant other wants you to come. Think I'm lying? Having other ladies to relate to and vent to creates peace at home. And that means your favorite person doesn't have to hear your crazy lady drama!

For real though-
It's a great way to meet new friends. We have ladies coming from all over the state! (I can usually hook up carpools when events are in Grantsville.)
One reason I hear you aren't coning is either you don't know where Grantsville is or that it's too far away. Just think of how far away you'll be from cleaning your kitchen! Unless you live in Grantsville.... If that's the case, just don't think about your dirty kitchen. And not all events are hosted in my home. This month one is in Murray and the other is in Draper.

April is a perfect time to start! I know you have cabin fever like me! Plus, we have 2 events- Pedicures and crafts- you don't have the excuse of "I'm not crafty" or "I don't like my feet touched" because this month you have an option and I know you ladies don't hate both of those things!

I've heard some of you are afraid to come because you don't know anyone.
Most months I'm meeting someone new. And I love that! If you're afraid to come alone, bring someone. But I am pretty sure all of you reading this know me- at least through passing. I'd like to get to know each and every one of you because having friends is awesome!

You feel dumb coming because you've never come before, even though you've been invited a billion times.
Just come. Each month that comes and goes is another month to make you feel dumb for not coming. Gotta start somewhere, right!? And trust me you are not the only one invited that has never come. You're not alone.

You don't know how to do what we are doing- or you've never done it before- or you suck at it!
Some months I am learning something new and I'm nervous too.. Please don't be intimidated coming. It's all about learning something different and seeing new faces. There will always be a teacher here to show you and understands if you are needy it just means they need to help a little more. You will learn new skills- even if that means you're learning the taste of a new kind of wine or which end of the paintbrush makes those perfect tiny circles.

You feel obligated to host an event.
Nope! Not true! We would love for you to share your talent, but do not expect you to host or even talk. If you want to put your headphones in and paint- just for a night away from the regular routine... I'm all for that! There are no expectations. Just. Show. Up.

Money is another reason I hear several times a year as an excuse for not coming.
I strive to keep these events to $20 or less and most months there are options you can make to keep the cost down. Sometimes not, and I understand. Ever heard of Dave Ramsey? He's my financial adviser and I'm sure he would advise my budget to include ladies night! But for an example of different costs- March was a set price of $20 plus bringing a side dish to pass. No options unless you wanted to spend more for a bigger canvas. February was $15 plus a dish to pass. Set price. November is always a Pinterest party- you could literally show up with crayons and a coloring book- or just your dish to pass. We have wood blocking events too. I'm pretty sure my sister and her friend came last year and used my husbands scraps of wood. I don't think they spent any money besides a dish to pass. Please be mindful of money, but don't  use it as an excuse not to come. How much would your husband pay for your sanity!!? (Or his!)

No babysitter! Probably the most common reason.
I will admit- this is really hard for me sometimes too! My husband works a lot- weekends and a lot of late nights. I try very hard to include kiddos when I can. My kid loves to have friends over! There are times when kids are not allowed- like cocktails and canvas. Sometimes we just need a break from the kids too. And these events are a huge stress reliever for me! This month we have one option for no kids and another for kids to come. Again- not a reason I will accept as a excuse this month!

I think I covered the most common fears, concerns and excuses. What is your reason for not coming? Contact me please? Mrsleslieday@gmail.com I really do care why you haven't come! And I really do value your feedback!
When you email me let me know which event you really want to attend! We have a few months not scheduled too- if you want to learn something new, give me an idea and I will try to find a teacher.

I know we have the following events coming up-
April- We have 2- pedicures and Color Me Mine (painting pottery)
May- Planter boxes. (Learning to properly plant pots and planter boxes) And a few of us are thinking about having a movie night to see Pitch Perfect 2 together as well.
June- Wood Blocking (a favorite and going to happen 2x this year! Anything wood goes! See my older posts
July- Unscheduled. Maybe we can plan a family BBQ or park day? Like a getting to know more about you party?
August and September are unscheduled as well. I have a friend interested in doing a vinyl class for us sometime though.

Talk to you soon, right!?
Yes! Yes, is the correct answer!

-L