Vendor Alley - Featuring Amanda Kabbes (Tupperware)

Registrations are happening and we are delighted to see some new faces in the mix. We are also thrilled that many of last years participants are returning for another day of scrapbooking with a purpose!

There are lots of new surprises planned for everyone, including our new Vendor Alley. Today I would like to introduce you to another one of our great vendors who is as excited about her business and product and is eager to share that with us on June 26th.

Amanda Kabbes is our Tupperware representative. Amanda's enthusiasm for her new business endeavour is contagious as she shares how she does it not only for extra income, but also for fun!

Amanda does mostly homeparties but judging by her eagerness to jump on board the Zeal for Teal ship, she enjoys public presentations, too.

"I will have some sale items," says Amanda,  as she talks about reducing her inventory a little before the baby comes.  Oh, did I mention she is having baby number three soon?

Amanda is offering a special fundraiser sale for Zeal for Teal participants and a whopping 40% of her profits will be donated to Ovarian Cancer Canada. Thanks, Amanda!

Amanda is excited about being part of our new Vendor alley and is equally excited to help support the Sunflower Seeds team in their Winner's Walk of Hope for Ovarian Cancer Canada!

She is also generously donating a gift for a door prize and for the silent auction.  Woo! Hoo!

Kits Available

Hello All! As our day is FAST approaching, we're looking forward to seeing everyone for our day of fun in the "Sun"! Don't forget to wear your beach attire {or even something teal!}

For those not able to attend our fun-filled day, we are offering kits once again...there are three different styles to choose from. If you would like to purchase your kit, please contact The Sunflower Seeds {using the "Contact Us" button on the sidebar} and we will get one to you ASAP...if you are out of town, we will have to charge the shipping costs. 

The cost of each kit is $15 and your donation will be applied - you will receive a tax receipt for it too! You are getting a great kit for $5 and $10 is your donation to the cause. So everyone wins!!

Here are the three choices. When you contact us for your kit, please state which one you would like. They are available first come first serve so don't hesitate because the kit you want may no longer be available!

Thanks to everyone for your support! We hope to raise lots of money again for this great cause!!!

Vendor Alley - Featuring Karen Weber (Epicure)

June 26th is shaping up to be a marvelous day of scrapbooking and cardmaking with purpose. All profits go to Ovarian Cancer Canada Winner's Walk of Hope, so we are anticipating great things with our increased numbers.

  A new experience for participants this year is our Vendor Alley. Since we have shifted location, we are able to spread our wings a little and we have invited local and other business folk to come share the day with us and offer their wares.

Don't worry, there will be no high pressure sales; just opportunities to see what's out there and make purchases at your leisure if you like.

First on the block is our new Epicure Rep, Karen Weber. Karen Weber [formally Timmerman] hails from the Drayton area and now lives in Elmira with her hubby Randy and is the busy mother of a three year old, two year old, and a new baby born in April!

Karen is an Independent Epicure consultant with Epicure Selections, which is a 100% Canadian owned and operated company. Epicure's main product is spice blends.

I asked Karen to offer us a few details about her products and she was more than pleased to describe some of the items she sells. 

"Some of Epicure's top sellers," says Karen, "are the Cheese, Chives & Bacon dip, the 3 Onion dip, Salsa blend, Summer Berry fruit dip, and the Beef & Steak Seasoning."

They sound pretty tempting to this particular palate! Karen tells me there are so many different spice blends to choose from. 

 "My personal favorite," says Karen, "is the Pizza Seasoning.  Not only do I use it on my pizza, but in my  pasta, and on my chicken."

 Karen usually sells Epicure products at home parties. If anyone wants to find out about holding a party at their home or business, then you can talk to her about a booking.

Karen understands the busyness of our days and how sometimes it seems impossible to set up or attend an Epicure event, so she does say she takes individual orders whenever the need arises.

There are a few tempting incentives for hosting an Epicure party, if you do have the time, including  a free tote bag, 1/2 price items, and monthly hosting specials!

 Karen invites anyone interested to check out the Epicure website   www.epicureselections.com for more information.

 I asked Karen why she wanted to be part of Zeal for Teal on June 26th. Her reply spoke volumes about her compassion for those dealing with cancer.

 "My heart goes out to those who have suffered and are suffering with cancer.  My prayer is that this [Zeal for Teal] day will be for the Lord's Glory."

 Karen is donating an amazing prize - an Epicure Selection's goodie bag with three selected spice blends inside, as well Epicure's well known Bruschetta herbs. How generous is that?

 The Sunflower Seeds Team is thrilled to have Karen on board (and with a new baby in arms, yet!)

And We're Off!

The excitement mounts as the team rallies.

Are you ready for an amazing day of scrapbooking, cardmaking, merry making and more? And all for a good cause!

Registrations are coming in fast and furious, so don't delay get yours in today (yes, a lame attempt at accidental poetry, that was!)

The early bird registration expires June 1st, which entitles those eager scrappers to receive two extra door prize tickets. We have so many lovely prizes coming in from generous donors, you will be impressed.

Remember this year we have a Vendor's Alley including Epicure, Tupperware, Pampered Chef, Mia Bella's Candles, Canadian Writers Book store, Close to My Heart, Stampin' Up, Steeped Tea, In A Scrap Creations, Club 177 purses and jewelry and there will be an extensive display for Ovarian Cancer Canada and the Winner's Walk of Hope.

Our trusty and talented photographer, Anja Noordam, will return to capture some of our precious Zeal for Teal moments, so we are thrilled about that. Check out one of Anja's photos from last year (below!)

The theme for this year's Zeal for Teal is 'A Day at the Beach.' Dig out those flip flops and sundresses and get comfy. We anticipate a wonderful, relaxing day.

We also have our very own esthetician, Janet Wilson returning to offer free mini manicures throughout the day, along with an onsite personal trainer who will keep us on our toes with the occasional fit break. Who knows, maybe we'll even find a pool to paddle in! We have it all. You don't want to miss it.

And the best part, is that your participation in this special day will help women everywhere. After expenses all profits go to the Ovarian Cancer Canada Winner's Walk of Hope to be held September 12th in Barrie. The Sunflower Seeds team is revving up and looking forward to doing their part to help women get diagnosed earlier and to help conquer and one day eradicate this disease often dubbed the silent killer, ovarian cancer. There is a 90% survival rate for women with ovarian cancer who are caught in the early stages. The statistics are a little more grim for those who have late stage ovarian cancer.

So come on out and know that not only are you going to experience a fantastic day away from routine, but you are doing YOUR part to help women everywhere! Use the registration link on the side to register for Zeal for Teal or contact Amanda or Glynis at gbelec@everus.ca

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 {Photo by Anja Noordam © 2009}

Registration Sheets are ready!

The posters are out and registration sheets are ready. The Sunflower Seeds team is busy planning and preparing for our second annual Zeal for

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Teal crop fundraiser for Ovarian Cancer Canada on June 26th, 2010.  And we are excited. We have a new Vendor Alley this year with some fabulous wares and surprises, along with some unique games and scrappy challenges!

Wear your best beach duds, for this year's theme is "Beach and Relaxation!" So get comfy and dig out those flip flops, ladies.

 Special note - if you register on or before June 1st, 2010 your registration will be earmarked and you will receive two free doorprize tickets. Don't be disappointed. Register early. To request your registration sheet, contact us (see sidebar) and we will get one sent your way. Invite your friends and neighbours. Make it a girls day out. Take Mom out for the day.  Or just come out for the fun of it. Remember - no experience necessary. We have a beginner class!

All profits go towards the Sunflower Seeds Team Walk of Hope for Ovarian Cancer on September 12, 2010.

Stay tuned for further details. If you have any questions, please contact us! Happy Scrapbooking!

The dates been set!

MARK YOUR CALENDARS!!

June 26th, 2010 at the Drayton PMD Arena from 9am-5pm

Tell your hubbies to get this for your Mother's Day pressie!
Or just get it for yourself!
Tell him we'll even throw in the Mother's Day card!

Janet Wilson from Club 177 Salon in Arthur is returning as our onsite manicurist!
For those of you who came last year, you can attest to her talent and awesome personality!
We're excited she's coming back!!!
You won't be disappointed!!!

Registration Sheets will be ready soon!

Hope to see you there!!! And TELL YOUR FRIENDS!! The more the merrier! We'd like to double our numbers from last year so we're looking at about 90 people this year!!!!! Let's see if it can be done!

CROP DETAILS COMING!

The planning has begun for this year's event! We're looking at getting a bigger venue; we're looking at getting some new vendors in as well as our previous vendors; we're hoping to have A LOT more people come out!

Watch the blog and your emails for the details about the upcoming day!