Cocktails and Canvas May 31st 4pm

If you have not received a food assignment please let me know ASAP! Everyone that has RSVP'd yes should have received theirs. Also- we are going to need a table or two. We still need 1 bag of rolls and a salad of any kind. If you can help with any of those items please let me know.

I will be going to buy my canvas in a few days. If you need one please let me know. I've had a few people ask me what size, I would say at least an 8x10- stretched canvas. I will be doing an 11x14. This shouldn't cost more than $5-6 before your coupon discount.

Getting close ladies! I'm so excited!

Please let me know if you have questions or concerns.

Thanks,
L

WE HAVE A WINNER!!! And food choices!

And the Winner Is.... Dun, Dun, Dun... #6!!

 

Start thinking about what you want your words to be- And no shame if you use the cute saying that is already on it! Also- measure the space where it will hang and go get your canvas! Wahoo! We are getting so close to doing this class!! (When buying your canvas remember to use a coupon. Hobby Lobby always has a 40% off online- You can pull it up on your phone while in line...)

 

As far as food goes- I want to make sure we have some things to keep us full as well as things that are easy to snack on. Here is what I'm thinking. If you have a different idea let me know.

Pick an item from the list below to bring. First come, First Serve kind of idea. I will post who got what once all items are checked off. Keep in mind that we may need more than one of each item. I will communicate with you while this is all happening. Facebook is fine, but it would be easier for me if you text.

 

The list:

 

Frozen Meatballs

Rolls (for the meatballs)
Spaghetti Sauce
Parmesan Cheese
Cheese Tray
Crackers
Salad of Any Kind (Pasta, Lettuce, Fruit...)

Chips & Dip
Dessert or Sweet of any kind

And everyone will need to bring whatever cocktail or drink you will be having for the night. I have a few juice mixers and may have some Pepsi on hand. And of course I will have water :) 

RSVP's are a HUGE deal for this Ladies Night! If you haven't RSVP'd and are coming- Please let me know ASAP.
If you RSVP'd that you are coming and aren't- Please let me know ASAP.
If you RSVP'd a maybe- Please let me know ASAP if you are coming or not.

 

Thanks Ladies! I expect I will be hearing from all of you shortly :) 

 

-L

 

 

Cocktails & Canvas- May 31st 4pm *RSVP is a MUST and needed no later than May 21st*

Please RSVP no later than May 21st. If you have RSVP'd yes and need to change your attendance, please do so right away. We are buying supplies in advance for you and need an exact number so we can stay within budget. We will be asking for your $10 before we begin painting the day of. Please make sure to have cash in hand. You are responsible to buy your own canvas- in whatever size you choose. However, if requested we will pick up a canvas for you for an additional cost (you will not be able to choose the size).

We are also asking that no kids be in attendance. Because of the nature of what we are doing, painting- in my new house- with alcohol, I'd rather not have kiddos running around. If you want more information about this Ladies Day please click here to see my previous post

Cocktails and Canvas

Alright now that the business end is done! We have over 200 posts on the Cocktails and Canvas Pinterest Board! Great job ladies! I have picked the top 5 that were repined so we can vote on which we would like to paint. Before voting please think of a few things including:

What are you doing with your finished product? Think about where you want to hang it, who you want to give it to etc.

Do you want to have a quote or any wording? Dates? A special message? And if so, will it fit  with the painting?

The cost of your canvas- One of the top 5 has four canvases for the complete product (#1).

How much time will you have to commit to painting the day of? Is there enough time for the size  of canvas that you have chosen? (Any of them will take most of the night to complete)

And a little disclaimer- The end product will not be the same as the picture shown. The concept will be the same, but we will have an artist, Amber, recreate the idea in her own way. Then she will teach us and we can add our own colors, quotes, words, etc.

Just for fun I have added 3 additional pins that seemed to be a common theme in our choices. They are also up for a vote. There are EIGHT total paintings to vote from. If we have a tie, I will add the tied paintings and we will vote again. These are listed in no particular order.

You can send your vote to me via text, email, comment on here or through Facebook. You have until May 14th to send your vote. (My mom-in-laws birthday :))

Ready!?

Let the voting begin!

#1 Love (Or any 4 letter word :))

#2 Blue Bird

#3 Hope on a Wire

#4 Peacock Feather

#5 Baby Bird on the Fence

 

#6 Flower with Quote

#7 Colorful Tree with Words on the Leaves             

#8 3D Circles That Look Like Flowers

 

Cocktails & Canvas- May 31st 4pm *RSVP is a MUST*

Cocktails & Canvas

 

 

 We want you to feel proud to hang your painting on your wall! We are asking for your input before we choose what to paint. Look for me on Pinterest (mrsleslieday) and find the board Cocktails and Canvas. I have some ideas that I like posted. If you would like to pin on this board with your ideas please contact me and I will add you to post. Please repin which ideas you like. I don't mind seeing 6 of the same thing. That will give me a better idea of what everyone else is thinking. I will post the top ideas (according to repins and what my sister is capable of teaching) on this blog and we can vote on which idea we would like to paint. This is going to be happening in the next few weeks. Please spend some time on Pinterest! I know that's a lot to ask :)

 

We will be meeting at my house on Saturday, May 31st at 4pm. The cost to cover your supplies is $10 per person, IF you bring your own canvas. We will have some canvas here for an additional cost, dependent on the size. (We are just looking to cover our costs so it will be what we paid for it.) I suggest getting the right size canvas for your wall space before coming. Please bring whatever you're drinking. I will have some mixers for cocktails like juice and Coke.  We will assign a small snack to you to bring to share once we receive all RSVP's. We will be providing all other supplies, such as paint, brushes, markers, carbon paper, etc. (This is why there is a cost to you)

 

I understand that you want to see what you are painting before we RSVP so I will get that going as soon as I get more input. I will need all RSVP's the week before so we can buy all the supplies. If you have any color preferences or specific things you want please let me know when you RSVP.

 

Here are a few paintings done by Amber:

 

Ok. This was actually done by me at the last class I went to that Amber taught. I'm crafty, but I'm no painter! I'm pretty proud of this painting! All it took was her instruction and some guidance. You can do this too! I promise!

I thought this was a cool idea! Using a family picture. Yes this is my family :)

You can't tell in the picture, but it's 3D. The book in the middle actually stands out... like a book is pasted to the page.

This is by far my favorite! It was made specifically for me because I have an obsession with birds. This is also 3D. This paper stands up and the branch the owl is sitting on is an actual branch. 

 

 

 

 

 

 



Housewarming Reminder- APRIL 12th 1030am

I will need all RSVP's for our *Housewarming/Norwex party no later than Tuesday, April 8th. Please include how many are in your group and what time you intend on being here. The tour of our home will be on Saturday, April 12th at 1030am and the Norwex party starts at 11am SHARP. You are welcome to stay for lunch and hang out all day if you would like, I just need to know what your plan is.

Bring your own drinks if you want more than water or soda.
I will send you our address and directions when you RSVP.

See you soon!

L

*See the previous post for more information.

Sneak Peek :)

Here we go! April 12th- Norwex and Color Run Info

April 12th- 11am- Norwex/Housewarming Party!
I am having a Norwex party! Finally!! It is paired with our housewarming so if you want a tour of our new home please feel free to come at 1030am. The Norwex presentation will begin at 11am sharp! We will have a small lunch after- making RSVP's extremely important since I will need to provide enough food for everyone. In case you don't know about Norwex below are some links to explain how amazing this product is! I have been to so many of these "Tupperware" parties and, until Norwex, have never seriously considered selling the product. I really believe in the principles behind it. And really- do me a favor before the party and count how many different products you put on your body in a day. Yes, shampoo, conditioner, lotion, hairspray, etc all count. I would like your total at the party :)
Here are those links I just talked about: Remember, you will get to see some of these in person so if you are a skeptic like myself you get to see it all with your own eyes... I especially liked seeing the 1st video happen in person! The presentation I went to the representative even licked the counter to prove how much she really believed in the product!
Chicken Test
Everyday Use Items
Norwex in a Nut Shell
There are so many! Check out YouTube if you need more.
And if you can't make it to the party here is the website to see products. Once my party happens I will have a specific link where you can search my name and add your sales to my party.
Please note- This is a CO-ED party! Everyone is invited! Please bring whomever, just make sure to RSVP your party total so I can have enough food and drinks. Also, if you want anything more to drink other than water/soda feel free to bring it.
PS: If you order anything for your momma it will be here in time for Mothers Day! Just sayin'

May-
I would love to do another Pinterest Party. If anyone would like to volunteer hosting I'd appreciate it. Unless you don't mind leaving the city for a day- In that case we can do it at my house. I won't have a date for this until I get feedback. If you don't know what a Pinterest Party is check out the info from the last one here and here. Of course some of the details will change, but the fun will remain!
Now- Lets introduce-
June 21st- 8am- Color Me Rad 5k- $35 (as of 3/8. Prices do go up as the race gets closer)
I know there are several ladies that went last year that are going to sign up again this year. If you have started a team please let me know so that we can all be on the same page. Tickets are on sale now and the earlier you purchase the cheaper they are.
Here is the website to the Color Me Rad 5k for more information.

Remember to RSVP to the April 12th Norwex/Housewarming 48 hours in advance. At that point I will give you my address. (I will not be posting it online)
See you soon!

L

Who's ready to get crafty!

Alright ladies! Who's ready to start up ladies day again!? I've been so hectic and making huge changes I didn't even do the photo challenge last month! We are almost into our new home and I have a few ideas of what I want to do. I just need to know if you are ready to go!?
1st- I want to have a Norwex party- mostly because I believe in the product but also so I can see all your beautiful faces! This doesn't have to be a ladies only- we can do this in addition to a ladies day. I can host a party whenever you are ready, I just need a place to do it since I'm between homes at the moment... Any volunteers?

I have talked to several of you ladies about doing a "my favorite thing" party. If you haven't ever been to one here's how it goes- we pick a $ amount (depending on how many people RSVP) like $5 and you bring your favorite thing for that amount for each lady coming. In return you get one of each of the other lady's favorite thing. Say lipstick or really soft socks. I already know what I want to share!

I also want to do another craft day! Like the wood blocking party or a Pinterest party- or both! And how about a night out? Dinner, cocktails? Anyone?

Let's get going girls! Please contact me if you are interested in any of these ideas. Also, I'd like your inspiring stories. Last year I had you all write about yourselves and that proved to be too hard for most of you. How about this time you wrote about a female that inspires you to be better in any way. Please email your story (and pictures if you dare to share) to ladiesallday@gmail.com

Talk to you soon,

L