Hey Ya'll, 

This is the Pricing for all the Made In America Matters-

Enjoy

-Missy

Longaberger update video

Video Recap
The company sent out an update last week about new updates, in case your computer can't load it (like my mom's, due to bad connection speed) I'll review it.

The video starts out with Tami and Rachel talking about the Longaberger Foundation, the charitable organization started by Dave which is now headed by Rachel, The idea behind the Longaberger Foundation is the quote by Dave Longaberger that "the American Dream isn't just about getting, but giving as well"
Tami chimes in with the fact that there will now be "Made In America Pottery"
David Near designed it, the average time for design is six monthis, this pottery was designed in 3 weeks. because it is so important to honor the craftspersons in this country. He wanted this pottery to have the same strength as Longaberger baskets. This is supposed to be dinnerware that is an heirloom piece that can be passed down and will last. The pottery was designed by a cake basket given to Tammy by Grandma Bonnie woven by J.W. Longaberger. It features the fancy braid trim and 3 tacks on the handles for sturdiness. The braid is featured as the trim of the new pottery and under the mug handle are the 3 tacks, just like JW used.

One of the actual potter designer's name is Joe Geist, a fourth generation potter of 20 years. Twine was actually rewoven in the braid pattern and used in the mold for the new pottery. It is inspected after every step to ensure that this will be a quality line full of meaning as well as beauty. Each detail represents one aspect of the Longaberger story.

Longaberger Heart and Home
Tami tells the story of her first year in Fort Hood texas and emphasizes the point that the Longaberger Spirit isn't all about sales, it's about building the relationships that will foster them.


Inauguration Basket

Longaberger believes in america, in it's promise and it's greatness, the Inaugural basket this year, is a favorite of Meryl Stout, every 4 years since 1989 Longaberger has made an Inaugural Basket, to celebrate the country's democratic process, and the freedom and right to vote. The basket is shaped as a folded flag which is a great respect to our american military members.

(By the way, my favorite part is the fact that Tom is in the video, He's one of Tami's cats, he always finds a way to get extra attention at the Luncheons at Echsman Meadows (Tami's House))

For Those of you who aren't consultants and don't have access to the video, we have been instructed to share it with you, you can access it here

-Missy

More 09 Buzz

I promised in the last entry that I'd put up some more Buzz Info, but the other post kinda got too long. This ties in with the other post too though!

New Booking gifts

Large Cabana Stripe Bowl

Business Card Basket

Flower Pot

Easel

Business Card Basket

Flower Pot Basket

Pillar Candle

Spreader Set

Botanical Fields Bedding

(I like some of it)

(it's mainly the quilt i like)

This New Stand

(why yes, it does look like the triangle bowl stand. which is the least sturdy item in the catalog, I'll have to see this one in action before i give it my stamp of approval)

Outside Color of Botanical Fields Pottery

(it's sage green)

Swoop Baskets In Natural Colors

(and Swoop Pottery Too)

The one on the left is the "swoop Bowl"

The one on the Right is the "swoop tray" (it has a basket too)

Heritage Days is September 11-12 this year

And this is the Make a Basket for that!

Spring Garden Basket Mystery!

This Basket Says it's a "Spring Garden Basket" but I can't find heads nor tails of it in the wishbook. Not sure when or where we'll be seeing this fellow again, but it looks like an overlarge flowerpot basket.

Sneak Peek at the Wishlist & More Buzz-

Hi everyone, Just got done going through the new Spring/Summer Wishlist! Yet another perk of living with a Branch Leader ;)

The Wishlist is very cleanly designed, the cover features an All American Girl with the New Swoop basket filled with rasberries, blackberries and blue berries (the basket is sans protector as my Mom pointed out)

Every Item that is Made in the USA is marked with a flag.

New Wishlist is available online now, goes from March-August
It features the following "themes"
-Organizing
-Paper Plastic or Basket (A "green" theme)
-Mix and Match Protectors (AWESOME section)
-Celebrating America
-Girls Club (Pretty much serving ideas for parties)

Free Kit!
Sell $3000 in your first 90 days and your kit is free!

March Flyer-
Save $20 on the Potluck Basket
Mothers Day basket is avalailable
Hostess only deal- Swoop Bowl Bundle for $50 (or Potluck basket)
Mothers Day Bag $10 with Mothers Day Basket

Collectors Club Only
-Eastern Bluebird Ornament
-Birdhouse basket set
-Bracelet + 2009 Gathering Charm
-Tami Longaberger Heritage Series with Journal (Midsize between Library and Journal Basket)

Wishlist Stuff-

New To Go Pattern, Light blue with a brown stripe, (horizontal nylon bands, wooden splints)

American Celebrations
Swoop Bowl and Tray In Red White and Blue
! Due to it's shape the swoop baskets must be supported from the bottom !
Star Pottery Plates in Red White and Blue
New Light blue fabrics
Blue with White and Red Stars

Hostess Exclusives:
Flower Pot Basket
Blue Jean Basket (To Go Purse)
Woven Traditions Flower Pots
Large Cabana Blue Stripe Large Bowl

AND of course the New Amerian Home Pottery
New pottery line of Fine Dinnerware, all made in America In West Virginia.
It features a twine braid around the edges that is representative of the braid that JW used on his fancy baskets.
The sturdy 3 tack design JW used to secure stationary handles is featured on the details under the pottery handles.
The 4 petal Longaberger design is on the outside of everything so it will tie in with other pottery.
Made in America is prominently displayed on the outside of everything and the top of the plates.

My Wishlist- (favorite things)
-Utensil Caddy, it's awesome, I want one for my stovetop!
- Media Rack, it will add extra shelves to my desk, I need them for my books.
-Botanical Fields Pottery- I want more of it!
- Measuring bowl, Fill that sucker with my mom's homemade soup, awesomeness!

Least Favorite things-
- Why is that Triangle Bowl 2 layered Wrought Iron stand thing back? It is the least sturdy thing in the entire catalog!
- There is a new 2 tiered Wrought Iron stands. It looks just as teetery as the one for the triangle bowls.
- Introduction of black stain for Spring... Not sure on that one, I LIKE black (my two favorite colors are Hot Pink and Black) and I'm just not feeling it.
-

Bee 2009 Dates:
Homecoming- July 29 - August 1
Reunion- August 1-4

Homestead opens for the season March 20

Enjoy
-Missy

Some More Buzz Updates!

Got an email from one of the Team Leaders in my area, telling all of the awesome things in more detail.

The New Pottery Line will be called "American Home Pottery"

it is all MADE IN THE USA and will be manufactured in West Virginia near Wheeling.

It is described as having "clean lines" regarding the glaze, color and design. The braid on the outside is taken from JW's Cake Basket (he braided twine on the band and attached handles with 3 tacks)

The new Pottery will be available March 1st

10" Dinner plate $34

9" luncheon plate $30

23 ounce soup & salad $20

12 oz mug $20

Or you can get a 4 pc. place setting for $104

Because this pottery is Handcrafted, it will be on extended delivery 6-8 weeks.

"American Celebrations Collection"

(All that Red White and Blue stuff)

It will be available in the Spring and Summer Wishlist (Until August 31st).

Baskets will be Red (matching paprika OR the Tomato) with white washed and blue Weaves.

(sorry for the grainy picture it's from someone's blackberry)

This pattern will coordinate with 2 new woven traditons pottery peices!

Also introduced is the Swoop design (the above and below pictures)

Botanical Collection

(eep I love this!!!)

Spring and Summer Wishlist Only :(

"A favorite fabric of 10 years, grows up!"

A 3 section dish with botanical flowers on the inside of the bowl, sage colors on the outside of the dish. ($45)

Set of 4 luncheon plates ($60)

There will also be baskets with cornflower blue and leaf green upsplints (I'll try to find a picture for ya'll) that will be available in the Large Boardwalk, Oval Spring & Medium Serving

(And there will also be a new shape! Small Square Serving!)

New Swoop Pottery Collection-

the core stains plus cornflower and black in the baskets. (blue will only be in the Spring and Summer wishlist) Pottery bowl and pottery tray available in all solid colors.

Cabana Blue Stripe

This NEW fabric will be available for all core liners

And it will compliment the new bright cornflower fabric (the predominant darker shade of blue in the fabric)

New Pottery!

Large bowl (lvl 3 booking)

and

small bowls (2) available to everyone.

(also these striped bowls!)

NEW wrought iron:

-3 section Utensil caddy

-Serving stand

Media Rack DVD's etc

March Features the Mother's Day basket

The Utensil rack is in the top left

The Mother's Day Basket

available in March, the lid has pink flowers and the basket has a jewelry bag liner, there is also a Mother's Day Gift Bag

Father's Day baskets

available in April

Khaki Stripe "Keeper basket"

(supposedly likea cracker basket with taupe White Wash and Black weaves)

There will also be a Khaki stripe mail and bill basket (supposed to fit the recharge center) In the same colors.

(you can see some of the new "swoop" pottery shape as well)

For Collectors Club Members:

The 4th (and Final) basket of the "Heritage Series" Tami's Basket, including a journal.

The Bird Ornament will be the Eastern Bluebird (New Yorks State Bird)

And The Birdhouse Basket Set

Other Pottery:

3 Star shaped plates (1 each cornflower, paprika, ivory) $25

Measuring Cup!! (3 cup)

3 part server $35 (3 dessert bowls together)

Other New Baskets:

Potluck Basket-

fits the Pie Plates, Pie cover, and the Medium Tip and Mix medium, AND the 2qt casserole. 2 swing handles..

(the basket next to the utensil holder)

Returning is the Bee for FREE program if a consultant sells $350 each month the BEE is FREE!

Sponsoring: Free Kit!

$49, $169 and $399

Have $3,000 guest sales in your first 90-days

And the company will refund the price of your kit!

For those In the MyDream program-

keep earning points until June 30!

-Missy

(ps. Mom said she has some more pictures... I'll post em when I get em!)

What's the Buzz??? NEW LONGABERGER!!!!

     What's the Buzz??? A big Longaberger Event for Branch Leaders and National Sales leaders, where the Springs new products are unveiled! It's going on right now and I have some secret leaks for you!
These pictures are ones that my fabulous Branch Leader (I call her mom, cus she is my mom) sent to me!

Some names might not be the same as what it actually ends up being, won't know that until we see the new wishbooks.

So New SPRING LONGABERGER PRODUCTS!

1. LadyBug and Butterfly Baskets, the ladybug I actually just saw in the Signatures Magazine, which is the Collectors Club Magazine, These may be event basket (but that's just speculation) The Lady Bug basket is with the "camp collectors club" stuff in the Magazine...

2. This is a "measuring bowl" check out the nifty Measuring Lines on the inside!

3. This was labelled as a National Sales Leader Bag, not sure what the red bag is, it was labelled as a collectors club purse.

4. New Pottery Pattern, Colors, as well as Liners to match, great for summer! Cabana Stripe!

5. Something I am INCREDIBLY Excited about! Botanical Fields Pottery!!!!

6. My little sister is going nuts over these, they match the other baskets in her room (Buds and Blossom) These are going to be the Mother's Day Baskets, also, in the background of the first pic, you can see a new totebag.

7. This was sent labelled as a Heritage Basket, labelled as the "Tami" basket, this peppermint-esque basket was also labelled as a Tammy Basket... not sure..

8. Birdhouse Topper, Looks neat, I'm not sure that I personally want birds in my basket... but I'm sure some will be happy to put together two obsessions! (this basket is also viewed in the earlier picture with the botanical plates)

9. Oddly shaped Dish with handles, nifty!

10. "Blue Jean Basket" Purse, I really like the colors on this one, but It unfortuatly doesn't really match my style :(

11. Mystery Baskets- Darkly Colored almost checkered patterns in what LOOKS to be leather, the other picture is a random rack of baskets, not sure what they are, there is a rumor that they are Make A Baskets...

12. Proud to Be an American? This is actually the "Swoop Basket" I have no idea what that means, but- here it is, lol, The Swoop Basket is the top basket and I'm not sure what the bottom one is called, Mom thinks it might be a bread basket type deal or a serving basket, but that's just a guess.

13. BIG DEAL HERE!!!! NEW POTTERY LINE MADE IN THE USA

The new line will have the JW weave pattern around the edges and the Traditional Longaberger 4 petaled flower thing (kudos to anyone who tells me what that's called...) There are whispers of the new pottery being made in Arizona, as that's where some of the collectors club pottery is made.

14. These are all new baskets, AND if you look at the napkins the new  blue fabrics, not sure what the basket up by that wrought iron spoon thing, it's a round basket with two swing handles, (or it would appear) also I believe that vase either decoration or one of those masters studio baskets) You can also see pottery with handles!

15.  ALSO Revealed at the Buzz is a new Leadership position called Team Leader, to be a team leader you need 4 recruits, Team Leaders will recieve 3% commissions!

 I don't have a picture of this...

 I'll Add more if anything new pops up!
-Missy