Introducing. . Trisha Rubicam

Trisha Rubicam knows what most women want. . . a NEW handbag! You could have all the ones you think you need - but not until you see Trisha's selection of bags ~ you won't be able to live without it! And the wonderful thing we love about our handbags - we get our use out of them. Whether you are at work, school, or picking up the little one from daycare - you'll have everyone in love with your bag!

Here's a little more about Trisha -

Family or interesting fact about you: I am a licensed cosmotologist

How and why did you start up your business? My, now, business partner said that since we both love handbags so much we should go into business together, so after a lot of research to find the best bags here we are having parties for people and loving it.

What’s your “Day Job”? I am an Office Manager & Purchaser for an IT company in Tacoma WA.

Favorite part of your business: Seeing the new bags that come in so we can show them to our customers

How do you relax? Spend quality time with my son, watch a movie.

Any special promotions going on the night of the event? Book and hold a party and get a free gift. Spend $150.00 get a free Key Finder. Spend $300 and get a Key and Purse hanger.

Link to your site if you have one: www.myspace.com/theitbag

Introducing. . Tammy Harris

If you know anything about me, you know I can't cook - that is why I can not wait to see Tammy Harris at the event! She will show me everything I need to be a chef - right? Even if I'm not quite a chef after the event - I know I will walk away with some great tips and tricks to use in the kitchen - and something to use in there too!

(And you know Pampered Chef has to be an amazing product - Tammy has got twins and she's able to make dinner! Wow!)

Here's more about her. . .

Family or interesting fact about you: I have 5 year old twins and a 3 year old.

How and why did you start up your business? I started Pampered Chef 2 years ago to make a little extra $$ and have some adult time.

What’s your “Day Job"? I am a stay at home mom.

Favorite part of your business: Teaching others great recipes and how to stretch there shopping budget.

How do you relax? A glass of wine after the kids go to bed!

Any special promotions going on the night of the event? Free gift for every guest who spends $60 or more plus at least 10% to 15% of all proceeds go to Bridge the Gap.

Link to your site if you have one: pamperdchef.biz/tammyskitchen1

Shopping for a Cause

"Bridge The Gap" isn't just a charity that Girls Night In has decided to support - it is close to one of our organizers heart. Christine Mongrain, and her husband Greg, are foster parents and have seen the help that this program does give - and the little lives it effects.

From everything to summer camp to gymnastics lessons - Bridge the Gap gives to foster children what isn't necessarily provided to them. The extra's . . the extra specials!

(Posted on Bridge the Gap website http://www.btgcc.com/)
Bridge the Gap is a community outreach program designed to enrich the lives of abused and neglected children in Clark County, WA. To do this, Bridge the Gap provides resources to enhance the stability, growth and success of children infoster and adoptive care. Our vision is to "give every child a childhood".

5898 referrals of abused and neglected children were received by DCFS between July 1, 2007 and June 30, 2008 and Bridge the Gap:
provided birthday gifts to 248 children in 2008
provided holiday gifts for hundreds of children
served 241 children through the Little Wishes program in 2008

Let Us Introduce ~ Lou Denny

As one of our favorite local (well, okay - across the bridge local) girls newsletter – Portland Picks – featured Lou on their site, we will let them do the introducing!

“When the clerks at TJ’s give you dirty looks for taking their paper bags, you know it’s time to switch up. And what’s cuter than a pin-up glamour girl on a great tote that you’ll use every day? We love these bags from Lucky Lou. With vintage embellishments like blinged rhinestones, they’re a diva-licious alternative to generic bags. Plus the sturdy cotton/canvas means they’ll last for years, and they have… pockets!”

And that’s not all. . .here are some more interesting tidbits about Lou. .

Family or interesting fact about you: I love to be on the go, I love the outside and I enjoy everything from Nascar to sewing and quilting. I was featured on the Portland Picks Guide to Green for the Glam Girl bags. . .

How and why did you start up your business? I think every woman has a 'sassy side' to herself and this year when I turned fifty, I thought it was time to celebrate and express this wonderful side of myself with other 'vixens' so I chose to do this with the Glamour Girls of the 40's and 50's!
They are so much fun! I love to use them on totes, postcards, aprons, and could you imagine your next girls night with these ladies as placemats and napkins! Who knows where you might see these flirts of the fifties!

What’s your “Day Job” if you have one? My Day job (and joy!) is the opportunity to care for my 2 grand daughters, and my other job is renting out specialty linens and chair covers for weddings and special events.

www.uniquely-yours.biz

Favorite part of your business: Collecting the Glamour Girls pics and thinking of new ways share them

How do you relax? I love time with my family and my personal time is spent collecting fabric for quilts, I would say quilting, but I seem to run out of time for that!

Any special promotions going on the night of the event?

I am reducing the price to $25 for the tote bags, and introducing fabric vintage postcards!

Link to your site if you have one: LuckyLou.etsy.com & Portland Picks Guide to Green

Let Us Introduce ~ Karolyn Seroshek

Who doesn’t love a glass of great wine? Red or White – there’s always a favorite! But sometimes we get caught up in “what to get” and settle for something with a cute label! So I'm here to help! Book a party, and I'll lead you through a fun tasting and food–in the comfort of your own home and your own friends and family! What a great way to spend an evening!

Here’s more about Karolyn. .

Family or interesting fact about you: I live in Tacoma with my husband and two children. We currently have 2 dogs, 2 cats, 2 frogs, 2 ducks, 2 chickens, 2 rabbits, and 1 potbellied pig named Suzie.

How and why did you start up your business? I’ve told my husband in the last few years that I wanted to do something that would help bring in money, since I stay at home with my children. I also noticed that I get invited to parties (pampered chef, scrap booking, partylite, etc.) quite often and so far have never been invited to a wine party. Yes, of course, there is wine served at these parties but never wine tasting and I always favored the wine that I knew most about. So one day I went to a multi- vendor party and found someone there from Wine Shop at Home and decided right then to sign up to be a consultant. I’ve only been with the company for a few months now and have branched out to enjoying more wine, wine that I never thought I would like. It’s interesting to meet new people and see their reaction to tasting our wines for the first time. It’s fun!

What’s your “Day Job” if you have one? I am a stay at home mom and also watch my sister’s kids while she works as a school teacher.

Favorite part of your business: wine tasting of course!

How do you relax? My most relaxing time of the day is cooking dinner and sipping wine. My kids are occupied with homework, piano lessons, or tv time.

Any special promotions going on the night of the event? For every bottle purchased that is on hand, I will donate the tax to Bridge the Gap. Any wine that is ordered, I will donate $2 to Bridge the Gap. Any new bookings scheduled, I will donate $5 to Bridge the Gap. Side note: Cash or check only for wine on hand, credit card or check only for ordered product.

Link to your site if you have one: http://www.napawinesathome.com/

Let Us Introduce ~ Jayena Boldt

I started the Jewelry Box because I was pregnant and wore the same colors, tops, dresses and the like. .over and over again! But I found I could change the whole look of the outfit with different accessories, whether it is big silver chunky ring and necklace, or strands of rhinestones and chain bracelets and diamond earrings. The possibilities were endless – just like my expanding belly!

Now that you know that much about me. . here’s some more!

Family or interesting fact about you: My husband and I have one 11 year old daughter, Aaryn, and a 2 year old, Ashlynn. 2 dogs and one cat. . and it’s constant craziness in our house! I love everything that sparkles, glitters and can be glue gunned. So I love to craft! Not sew, at least not yet, I prefer glue gun, staple gun and duct tape

How and why did you start up your business? I wanted to buy lots of great jewelry and I had too much so my husband told me I had to start a business and buy for others or stop buying!

What’s your “Day Job” I’m a business analyst with a wonderful company in Vancouver,WA I work 4 -10 hour days so I have Fridays off to volunteer at Aaryns school and get to hang out wth the kids!
Favorite part of your business: I get to meet women who love the same stuff as I do and will fall in love with jewelry that I fell in love with – I know. .a little over the top – but that’s me! – And I get to find pieces that will make someone feel great on a really bad day – and it’s at a really great deal!

How do you relax? I love A bottle of red wine and a great book . . . the beach. .. Or hanging out with my family (When no one is throwing a fit). . .

Any special promotions going on the night of the event?

Yes. . . if you book a party that evening you will get an extra 15% off your purchase the night of the party. . . along with 10% of your parties total sales in credit towards accessories. {That includes special orders also}

The accessories range in price, with most being from $10.00-$25.00 and some items can be more then that – but I try to keep everything in a price range where it’s affordable for someone to get at least a few things!

Link to your site if you have one: www.jayslovelythings.blogspot.com

Let Us Introduce ~ Christine Mongrain

Christine Mongrain knows how to have fun, laugh, and make everyone in the room feel comfortable. She brings energy with her to whatever she does. . so her Pure Romance parties are ones you can’t miss. We are lucky enough to have her as one of our hostesses and she is bringing all her “goodies” you won’t want to pass up!

Here's more about Christine and her business. .

Family or interesting fact about you: I LOVE to shop. I come from a family of 6 kids. Both my sister and brother have served (or our currently serving) in Iraq.

How and why did you start up your business? I was looking for a way to pay off debt and have a good time at the same time.

What’s your “Day Job” if you have one? I am a Project Manager for a new home building company. The industry has been tough for the past couple of years, but I love the people that I work with.

Favorite part of your business: All of it! I have never been to a “bad” party. They are all fun. Everyone that attends is looking to have a good time. While some women might be a tad more shy then others, it is always fun to get them to open up a bit and come out of their shells. The other huge part is being able to help women feel comfortable with their sex lives. I honestly had no idea that some women, married women even, have never experienced an orgasm. That was absolutely shocking to me. I really enjoy answering all of the questions about sexual health, and helping them feel comfortable about their sexuality. Having a healthy sex life is nothing to be shameful about.

How do you relax? I love to go to the spa, shop, spend time with friends and family.

Any special promotions going on the night of the event? YES! YES! YES!

First, if you book a party the day of the event, I will start your party off with $100 in sales.

Here is a quick peek at some of the other specials I will have that day:
“The Smooth Operator” - $25 (a $29 value) 8 oz Coochy Shave Cream & 8 oz Body Dew
“Oh My Achin’ Back” - $26 (a $31 value) Hot Heart Massager & Serenity Aromatherapy Massage Oil
“Sweet & Sour” - $20 (a $24 value) Pink Lemonade Sensations & Bosom Buddy
“The Diva Duo” Pick any of the following two items for only $30 – Bed of Roses, 8 oz Coochy, Like A Virgin, Nympho Niagra, X-Scream
“The Diva Trio” Pick any of the following three items for only $27 – Between the Sheets, Bosom Buddy, Booty Ease, 4oz Come Clean, 4oz Coochy, Pure Pleasure, Sensations, Time in a Bottle, Ex-T-Cee

Link to your site if you have one: www.christinemongrain.pureromance.com

Links We Love

Good Evening Ladies!

So we just posted the links to some of the vendors that we have so far. . more to come later once we get all the details worked out.

Stop by and see them all - it will give you a great idea of what we'll have in store, we really hope your as excited as us!

One special link to note is Bridge The Gap ~ it's the program that all the proceeds for the "Swag Bag" drawing will go to. . . {More to come on that also}

We hope you'll stay tuned ~ and of course. . join us on the 7th!

The Invitiation Has Been Sent! Yay!

So. . looks like the Evite is going out and we are so excited! Hopefully this will be an event that not only brings girlfriends together for a fun evening - but they can get some wonderful gifts for themselves too!

Here's a little sneak peak at the evite. .

Attention all fashionistas - it's time for a little retail therapy!!You have been invited to attend the very 1st Girl's Night In! Please mark your calendars for our Valentine's Day Special on Saturday, February 7th. This Girl's Night In will benefit Clark County's Bridge the Gap Charity, so not only will it be fun, it is for a great cause as well! Please visit www.btgcc.org for more information about this wonderful and very valuable charity. Bring your cash & plastic, and prepare to SPEND, SPEND, SPEND!! We are excited to offer a variety of exciting stuff including jewelry & accessories from The Jewelry Box Shop, Pure Romance products just in time for Valentine's Day, www.christinemongrain.pureromance.com , Wine Tasting, by www.napawinesathome.com , along with spa products, designer jeans and handbags, candles and gourmet kitchen products. One of the highlights of the night will definitely be the the raffle, as all of those proceeds will go directly to Bridge the Gap. So be sure to put this special event on your calendar, you won't want to miss it!