Spring’s coming… & so are some new goodies~

Here are a couple of new products that have been in the works over the Mardi Gras break.  I hope you like them!  Same concept – pick your pattern, icon & font to make it uniquely yours. 

First up “Prissy Pillows” poly/cotton Personalized Pillowcases:

 

These pillowcases are made of a cotton/poly blend & are super soft!  You pick the pattern to go around the outside & the icon to go in the center & then provide the name.  Standard pillowcase size 20” x 30” and are super snuggly!  Hundreds of design combinations available.  Here are some examples

 

 

Next up “MEME Mouse Pads”

9x7 mousepad personalized to your specs!  Again, hundreds of patterns, icons & fonts to choose from!

I hope you like the new additions.  Happy Friday everyone :)

*laurie

VERY excited :)

I know you are gonna just LOVE this new addition …

You love the Java Mama – now you are gonna love Aqua Mama!

This water bottle has so many wonderful features.  Allow me to introduce you to your new favorite companion:

• BPA FREE :)
• Holds 17 ounces of hot or cold bevies
• Foldaway straw
• Awesome loop on the lid (I’ve been swinging mine around for 2 days now – on my thumb, my forefinger, not a DROP leaked out)
• Non-skid bottom (this is actually important)
• FITS IN YOUR CAR’S CUP HOLDER!

Now, I am sure you can come up w/a ton of recipients for this bottle but I will name a few peeps who would LOVE to receive one:

• Graduates
• Dancing Girls :)
• Soccer Stars
• Teachers
• Doctors or Nurses
• Bus Driver
• Mailman
• YOURSELF!

A lot of places are carrying those aluminum/stainless/metal water bottles.  The reason I went with this version is b/c I cannot stand drinking out of something metal – coffee especially.  I feel like it makes the drink taste totally different & weird. 

So, there you have it.  My newest addition to this crazy, mad world of personalized, useful goodies!  It’s got to be useful to be added here to this store.  You won’t find anything here that is just a bunch of fluff… My goal is to provide you with a USEFUL, AFFORDABLE product that you can make your own :)

I almost forgot to show you “what’s new” from last week

enjoy*laurie

Just got the surprise :)

Happy Tuesday!  I got the surprise I was waiting on today :)  Pics to be posted tomorrow..

Headed here tonight w/my girls to celebrate the big 3-4…

this needs to stop – this getting older thing.

& I WILL be having one (or two) of these

tune in tomorrow for more info on that surprise :)

enjoy*laurie

I love it when….

competitors send their “Friends” on a mission!  Love it..  so sneaky :) 

Is imitation really the best form of flattery?  Humm..

On a lighter, more friendly note, I am waaay busy & waaay behind after my recent hiatus.  I’ve had all three kids sick with the flu & my laundry, well, that’s a joke! 

I am doing my best to catch up – if anyone needs assistance or order status, please don’t hesitate to email me.  Still working on some new things to hit the store very soon so keep checking back for more updates.

I need to blog more.. I am feeling way behind in the times :)  Facebook, check.  Blackberry, check.  More blogging.. well, give me more time!!  Another miserable thing I have been doing is this:

YUCK!! 

Have a great week! 

*laurie

Snapshot of what’s to come

Can you guess what this is?

I’m not telling just yet but it’s something new being added to the product line!  This has been in the works since last year.. just about to launch.  Stay tuned :)

Opening back up tomorrow (Tuesday) but a bit slow in coming back.. please be patient as I get my life straight around here.  I had a great break but am ready to get it all together & organized again..

*laurie

Officially closed till March 3rd~

Well, the printers are all packed up & ready to go for the show this weekend.  If you plan to attend, please come see us!  I’m always behind in the “cave” but do poke your head in & say “hi!”  We are booth 913 – towards the back of the Convention Center, Halls I & J. 

With that said, I am officially closed until the Mardi Gras season is over… March 3rd I will reopen & be ready to go!  If you are in need of something before then, please do email me & I will see if I can squeeze you in.  Since I have a home business, I am lucky enough to be able to take this kind of time off to be with family & friends to celebrate our city’s rich cultural activities, festivals & well, just all-around fun events!

c-ya in March!!

*laurie

Placemats (a.k.a. MEmats)

Without further delay, I wanted to FINALLY add the “MEmat” – It’s the latest addition to the MEware brand of products.  I thought I would dust off the wide format printer that I bought specifically for these OVER a year ago & try these out. 

These are long overdue.. I wanted to make sure I had the process perfected & I think you’ll be quite pleased with the outcome.  Although these pics don’t do them justice, they are bright, sturdy & adorable!  They come with one side imprinted but can be reversible for just 2 bucks more!  All you have to do is click “Add the 2nd side” & you’ll get an adorable reversible MEmat delivered to your doorstep. 

In my house, these have been used for everything from a paint splat mat, Play Doh mat, coloring mat, placemat at dinner time, a “let’s paint our nails” mat…. & even a dry erase “math facts” mat on the blank side!  So, you see.. these have many functions… my favorite, a colorful patchwork  of MEmats used in place of a tablecloth for my table!

I hope you enjoy these new patterns & this latest addition.  As an introductory offer, these will be just $13 bucks… add a 2nd side (same exact design) for $2 bucks more to make $15.  After February, these will go up to $15/$17 (2 sided).  So, stock up – get those bday presents out of the way.. these make a GREAT school bday party presents!

enjoy*laurie

 

new patterns, new patterns!

Okay, this took all day, seriously, to format & upload these new patterns but it was worth the extra effort!  Some cuties here..  :) 

Click to check them out!!

enjoy*laurie

PS- ‘cupla new product announcements coming REAL soon.. keep checking back to see what i’ve wanted to add now for the past YEAR but just haven’t had time!! 

Bag Tags… sneak peek!

Here are a few new bag tag designs that I just added in preparation for our big DISNEY trip coming up! 

Featured in these bag tags are a sneak preview of some new patterns & icons SOON TO BE ADDED to the pattern list.

Here’s my fave :)

CLICK HERE TO SHOP!

 

enjoy*laurie

Check it… Personalized Mardi Gras MEtees!

Just added… click here to shop!

enjoy*laurie

Only 8 left!

The pocket purse calendars have proven their success this past holiday season for sure!  I am sad to say I only have 8 left!  First come, first served :) CLICK HERE TO SHOP.  Remember, these have a two year calendar insert through December 2010.

These will most likely make a comeback in the fall sometime.  Thanks for making this new addition a success!

*laurie

New label sizes

Wanted to jot a quick note about a new label size added to the site.  Return address labels have been added under the “Stationery” category.  I am going to be adding more label choices as this area has been a huge hot point this past year. 

See the new labels here!

enjoy*laurie

Store Closures

(photo courtesy of nola.com)

Please be reminded of occasional store closures!

(photo courtesy of nola.com) 

Laurie’s Lagniappe will be closed the following dates:

Monday, February 9 th – Tuesday, March 3rd

I am closing due to our local Mardi Gras celebrations as well as a tradeshow coming up.   Please order with these dates in mind.  I will be shipping everything out by Friday the 6th of February.

Thanks & HAPPY MARDI GRAS :)

*laurie

2009 off to a great start!

Hi everyone!  Just wanted to touch base to let you know I have been swamped w/orders this first three weeks of 2009!  Thank you so much for your business this year so far :)

I’ve been too busy to keep up w/processing in as timely a manner as I normally do so please bear with me as I attempt to play catch up.  A sick kid thrown in here & there & my week last week was blown away..

I’ve also added a Facebook page :)  Become a fan when you get a chance.. it’s pretty new to me but I love it & have quickly made contact with a ton of old friends.  Hope to see you there!!

Lots of new ideas & changes to come this year.  Starting with an easier navigation plan for the website… I am working on making the site easier than ever to create your custom product.  Stay tuned for easier ordering.  Making everything customizable is a challenge – especially when there are so many product options thrown in to the mix.

Off to work…

*laurie

Closed for 2008!

Thank you for a wonderful year!  I am officially calling it quits to enjoy the rest of my holiday season w/friends & family.  Getting the last of the orders out this week & gonna try to take it easy & get some shopping done before it’s too late!

Stay tuned for a wonderful 2009!

Merry Christmas, Ya’ll! :)

*laurie

Trying to catch up.

Thanks for not sending too many “where’s my order” emails this year :) Not that I don’t like getting those but it’s been nice to be able to get some solid work done with the help of my mom & sister.. thanks guys :)  We’re up to our ears in orders (thank you!!) and are currently working on those orders placed on December 2nd.  Those orders placed prior to that are either shipped or being packed & shipped in the next ‘cupla days.  Hey, what ever happened to the “deadline”?  Guess no one pays attention :)  That’s okay… as long as I can get ‘em out in a timely manner, I don’t mind the extra orders lying around…

Wanted to share a few recent photo cards that I’ve done.. just nice to see a few more happy little faces this time of year. 

 

Still have to get mine done… now if I can just get my kids to stay still I would be able to snap a cute shot & get ‘em out!  Haven’t even gotten close to designing it yet…

enjoy*laurie

Christmas cut off is here!

Just wanted to remind everyone that their orders are MUCH appreciated this season!!!  Thanks so much for making this year my best year yet!  2009 promises to bring more exciting new products.. just as I did in ‘08, I will work tirelessly to bring you the latest & greatest to our product line…

On another note…. I am SWAMPED & can hardly keep up!  Just so you know, the Christmas deadline has passed & I can no longer guarantee your order will arrive before Christmas if placed now.  Last day to order for 2008 will be December 8th!  These orders will not be shipped until 2009 though!

Please note that ALL STAMPS, PLATES, BOWLS & PLATTERS have been ordered for 2008.  I am happy to say that I am caught up on all those orders… YAY!!!

Please refer to this chart when wondering when your order will ship.  This refers to all MEware products that are produced in house (sippys, javamama, kid kups, etc… see website for more details)

If you ordered on *** your order will ship no later than ***

Nov 20/Dec 4
Nov 21/Dec 5
Nov 22/Dec 8
Nov 23/Dec 9
Nov 24/Dec 10
Nov 25/Dec 11
Nov 26/Dec 12
Nov 27/Dec 15
Nov 29/Dec 16
Nov 30/Dec 17

THANKS AGAIN FOR A GREAT YEAR!!!!!

*laurie

Site’s back up & running…

We’re all clear for accepting web orders!  Thanks for your patience!

*laurie

Site down..

Email me w/any questions or if you need to place an order.  I have no idea what’s going on.. waiting to hear from my host.  Sorry for the inconvenience!

*laurie

Friday Only!

Happy Thanksgiving!!  Tomorrow we will celebrate Black Friday by offering free shipping!  Take advantage of this savings by entering BLACK at checkout in the Voucher section.  Minimum order of $50, please!

enjoy*laurie

Custom orders.. sorry :(

Unfortunately, (I’ve never had to do this) I am not going to be able to accommodate any custom work through the end of 2008.  I know this has been a big part of my business in the past but with the volume of stock orders that I have right now (wait, nothing I do is “stock”) I won’t be able to do any custom work until the holidays are over!  I am so sorry to have to do this….  This does not include any product listing on my site… only custom card/stationery/etc. designs or products that are not on my site. 

Thanks for your patience & understanding!  If anything changes I will let you know via this blog…

Thanks a million for your business!!! 

*laurie

Order deadlines for Christmas delivery

Due to the overwhelming number of orders that are coming in, we are placing the following NEW deadline on all orders placed, effective immediately.  Any orders placed after this deadline CANNOT BE GUARANTEED for Christmas delivery. 

The last day to order to guarantee Christmas delivery is

SUNDAY,  NOVEMBER 30, 2008

Anything placed after this date will be processed but “order at your own risk.”  We are not guaranteeing Christmas delivery after that date.   This deadline applies to EVERY PRODUCT on the website! 

Also, the final date to order for 2008 is:

MONDAY, DECEMBER 8, 2008

As always, these dates are SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE!

Thank you so much for your business!!!

*laurie

Winner, winner, chicken dinner!

Thanks so much for all of those who participated!  Looks like our winner #8 commenter, is anonymous!  LOL!  Here’s the comment:

Anonymous said...

cAN'T WAIT TO PLACE MY ORDER--I NEED A NEW SIPPY CUP TOO! SUCH DARLING THINGS! mAKES ME HAPPY JUST TO LOOK!! JENNIFER

November 15, 2008 6:30 AM

So, Jennifer, reveal yourself to me so I can give you your 50% off coupon!  Thanks SOOO much to all those who participated!  I promise to do more of these promotions here on the blog. 

Everyone else, please enjoy a 20% off coupon that EXPIRES TOMORROW 11-20-08!  Please enter “RANDOM20” at checkout to redeem your discount!

Thanks again & happy holiday shopping!!

PS- shoppers who come to the Helen Brett show this weekend in New Orleans, will receive a special prize with any purchase :)

Freaky Friday Random Giveaway

Let’s try this on for size… leave a comment & I will pick, at random, 20 commenters & give them a % off coupon.  %ages will be random & only 20 people will be given a discount code.  Hurry & comment.. one lucky winner will receive 50% off their purchase!!!

Let your your friends, co workers, family members, etc know about the giveaway… The coupon code will be good for 24 hours only & each winner will be given a different code for checkout…

good luck!!

laurie

Patience, please!

I wanted to post a quick update since I have been gone so long.  I am waaaay behind on orders & would like to ask that you practice good patience during this holiday season.  Order processing time is around 7-10 business days right now plus transit time.  Most of the time, orders will go out before that but please allow this much time for processing this time of year.

The deadline for USPS order processing is Monday, December 1st.  I will then disable the USPS calculator & you will only be able to choose UPS as your shipping method.  Sorry about this but the USPS gets so backed up as most of you know during the holidays.  you will then have just 2 weeks to shop before I am shutting it down until the 1st of 2009.  December 15th will be the final day I accept any orders for Christmas delivery.  Anything after that cannot be guaranteed to make it before Christmas.

Thanks so much for your business!!!  I am busy, busy, busy right now so please do be patient :)  Also, please utilize the “Track My Order” feature during this time for up to date shipping info.  If your order is not listed as shipped in your login, chances are, it’s still in production/processing.  Feel free to email for updates as time goes on.

ONE MORE THING!!!  If you ever need something for a specific date, event, etc… PLEASE LIST THE EVENT DATE IN THE COMMENTS SECTION AT THE END OF THE ORDER!  Even though you email me to find out a shipping date, these dates that I provide ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE so I definitely need GOOD DATES from you as to when you need your stuff in hands.

ttfn!!

*laurie