2012 - Ringing in the New Year

Happy New Year! May everyone have a blessed year and stick to the resolutions that truly matter!  :)

This is just a quick update, and there really is a lot to say.  Feel free to hit me in comments if you have questions I didn't answer in my rush to get this all out before I crash tonight.

• January Online Mystery Host Party is open.  Place an order online through this link and be automatically entered for a chance to earn host rewards without doing any of the work.  Let your friends and family know so they can join in the fun!
• January is Double Host Rewards!  All half price rewards are doubled this month only, so now is the time to book your parties and earn those rewards to stock up on all your favorite scents (see image below for details).
• Speaking of favorite scents, January is also a Bring Back My Bar month! 20 discontinued scents are available now through the end of the month.  These scents will not be available after the end of the month unless they're voted in again during a future BBMB (see image below for available scents).
• Lastly, January scent and warmer of the month are Linger and Valentine's.  Descriptions and images are below.

Here's to a great 2012!

Book a home, basket, or online party during the month of January and receive double host rewards. All half price items will be doubled during the month of January.  Book now!

Bring Back My Bar is back! These 20 scents are available through the end of January 2012.  All bars are regularly priced and can be purchased with the six-pack discount as well.  Stock up now!

An innocent design in snowy white with fluted edges and darling details, Valentine is tied up with pretty polka dot ribbon and accented by a cherry-red heart pendant made of glass.

Linger mixes pink grapefruit, sugared apple, lavish praline, and flirty marshmallow swirl to create a fragrance that says “stay."

Christmas, Christmas time is here...

Christmas songs are running through my head, even if they're not always playing on my stereo.  I love Christmas and everything about it.

Here's one of my favorite Scentsy pairs for Christmas:

Tannenbaum is a beautiful rustic type full size warmer that can actually be left out year round since it's not necessarily just for Christmas!

The perfect scent for Tannenbaum is Festival of Trees.  "Dance in a forest of evergreens as fir needles fall amongst aromatic white cedar and musk, with a wintry whisper of citrus."   It's such a fabulous scent and fits Tannenbaum like no other.  Of course, other scents warm equally well in Tannenbaum, but the trees just pair up perfectly!  It's what I expect to smell in that warmer!

Here's hoping I'll actually get my Christmas tree decorated before Christmas arrives this year.  I have lights on the tree, as well as a star, and even have some cranberries and popcorn, but that's about where it ends.  I'm really looking forward to enjoying time spent with family and friends over the next couple of weeks. As soon as the tree is done, I'll be able to relax and enjoy it.  Well, after the presents are bought or made and wrapped.

December!

This year has just flown by!  I can't believe we're so close to the end!

December's mystery host online party is open.  Here's your chance to earn the host rewards without doing anything other than making a simple purchase.

December's warmer of the month - escape the winter chill with Blizzard. Warm cream blends to black in a sophisticated ombre as enchanting snowflakes fall upon the base and scalloped dish. Elegant and chic, Blizzard is the perfect holiday ornament.

December's scent of the month - Comfort and Joy:  Spicy, familiar woods marry with surprising white florals, pure citrus, and just a nibble of gingerbread for a winter fragrance that’s anything but ordinary.

Here's to a absolutely merry Christmas and wonderful holiday season.  Remember the reason and enjoy spending time with family and friends!

Mystery Host!

November is halfway through and I just wanted to drop a reminder here there's a Mystery Host basket party up on my personal website.  For all of you looking to buy gifts this year, this is a great way to possibly win the rewards of being a host without actually taking the basket or hosting a party anywhere.  Let me know if you have any questions.  I'd be happy to answer them!

So much to say!!

This year is flying by!  There's so much to say and so much to do and not much time left in the year!

November's Mystery Host Online Basket Party is up!  Stop by and place an order using this link.  Pass it to your friends and family. If there is at least $150 worth of orders placed in the month of November, the winner will receive all the host rewards for the party!  Only orders placed online through the party link will qualify.

November's scent of the month is Midnight Fig.  There are so many elements to this scent. I love the fruity and earthy scents mixed together.

November's warmer of the month is Plum Garland, a beautiful sandy colored swirly vine and leaf pattern on a rich plum colored warmer.  It is the perfect decoration for the holidays that can remain displayed all year round.

Holiday warmers (and a Buddy!) are still available.  Hurry and place your orders soon!  These warmers are going very quickly!  Bluster (snowman) has sold out completely and is currently on backorder.

Post a comment here or send me an email at jodi at hold the flame dot com to book a holiday party to help with the cost of gift giving or stocking up your own personal stash. Remember, there are many ways to party with Scentsy, including home parties, basket parties, and online parties.  I say the best party is to have all three!

Here's to a happy November!  Think of all the things for which you're thankful.  Write them down every day.  Be specific.  If you do it for the entire month of November it will be easy to continue throughout the year and even easier then to answer when Thanksgiving rolls around.

BBMB

Don't forget to vote for your favorites! Voting is unlimited!

I heart Etsy

Can you tell what I'm currently shopping for on Etsy? My current handbag is about to drop a strap and I'm in dire need of something new. Help me pick! They're all so amazing!

And yes, I do get easily distracted.... especially on Etsy, where everything is so beautiful!

If you can't see the beautiful images here, please follow this link to my Etsy Favorites!

October Online Mystery Host Basket Party

October's online Mystery Host Basket Party is open and hot to go!  Once we hit over $150 in orders, anyone who has placed an order through the party will be eligible to win the chance at being the host for the online party and winning the rewards without doing any of the work.  Share the link and have your friends and family order with you for a chance at winning the rewards.

October Scent and Warmer of the Month

Autumn Stroll: Amble under a bright harvest moon, leaves crunching underfoot, as peppery cinnamon mingles with dusky plum and warm wood incense to create a spicy and comforting fragrance.

Snapshot:  Let your photos glow as warmly as the memories they capture. When Snapshot is switched on, a picture window set into a square, ivory-and-taupe column radiates light from within its ropey, silver frame. All that's missing is your favorite photo.

Add homey Autumn Stroll to Snapshot and you have the perfect gift for a loved one - or yourself.

Giving, Caring, and Sharing

Please help us raise money for Ronald McDonald House Charities while donating Sasha Buddies to Cook Children's Hospital in Fort Worth and the Scent Paks to the United States Military.

Our goal is to donate 500 bears to Cook Children's, to be collected by December 15 and delivered on December 19.  The net proceeds from every Sasha sold will be donated to RMHC.  Help us blow this goal out of the water and make some very sick children extremely happy!

- Team I Love This Bar!

If you'd rather donate to a different hospital or a different cause or just purchase the bear for a gift or your own personal use, the net proceeds will still go to RMHC.  Help us help RMHC help others!

BBMB Voting is OPEN!

It's here again! Bring Back My Bar voting opened today. Visit the link and vote for your favorite bars. You can vote as often as you'd like until October 28. Spread the word and vote, vote, VOTE! :)

Come join us!

Click here for more info on our Autumn Open House. Locals, please print the email, bring a friend, and bring the coupon to receive $5 off (the same as a free bar, but you can apply it to anything). Long distance watchers, join us in the festivities by placing an online order in the September Mystery Host party.

Hope to see you there!

September Scent and Warmer of the Month

Pumpkin Marshmallow:

Sticky, sweet marshmallow

spooned onto fresh-baked pumpkin

and wrapped in a graham cracker crust.

*OmNomerific*

Maize:

As the leaves change to brilliant oranges, reds, and yellows,

bring the joy of autumn indoors with Maize,

a bold vessel crafted in earthy, golden saffron.

Happiness is...

Just a quick little video to make your day:

Be happy.

:)

Hello, Fall!

The Fall/Winter catalog items are available for purchase now!  I will post pictures soon.  The Holiday brochure is also out, but orders won't start until September 15.

I'm so excited I can hardly stand it!  I'm busy stuffing catalog bags and samples.  Let me know if you'd like to receive some smelly goodies from me! 

Random Quick Hits

• September's warmer and scent of the month have arrived!  I'll take and post pictures soon, but thought I should share that the scent of the month is pretty wonderful.  I love pumpkin scents and this one is no different!
• Montpelier is completely sold out and there will be no more made.  This was a favorite of mine.  It's so perfect for autumn!
• There is a mystery host online party open for the month of August for anyone interested.  You must make a purchase online through the party to be eligible, and after the end of the month, I will draw names for anyone who has made a purchase before I close out the party.  The winner will be the host for the party, earning the host rewards!  
• Love Story is a new favorite scent of mine. 
• Know anyone who is interested in making a little extra pocket money or looking for a full time job?  Whatever the amount desired, I'm always looking for great people to join my team!  I can hire within the US, Canada, the UK, and Germany.  :)
• Nearly everything is still 10% off through the end of the month to make room for new product. The new catalog is released September 1.
• What is YOUR favorite scent?

Just Breathe...

This scent is an amazing breath of fresh air, especially with it being so hot lately.  It actually smells cold, if that makes sense.  The eucalyptus and mint together with the lemon are so fresh and invigorating.

Just Breathe is on sale this month for 10% off.  It will be in the fall catalog next month at regular price.

So much to share...

Convention last week was simply amazing.  I'm in love with the new warmers!  For those of you wondering, Leather did NOT return.  However, Weathered Leather is coming instead!  There will be a new Charitable Cause Buddy (yes, Buddy!), plenty of new warmers and scents, and an entirely new line of Solid Perfume.

Of course, that means August is transition month, which means nearly everything in the catalog is 10% off!  There will be an addition of a premium line for both Full and Mid-Size warmers starting next month.  The distinction of premium does come with a small price increase of $5, but these are the warmers that are more labor intensive and therefore cost more to make.  Cupcake is one of the warmers that will be increasing in price, so instead of paying $30, why not get it this month while it's still $22.50?  Baby's Breath, Casbah, Fossil Fern, and Star Spangled are just a few others that will be going up $5.  Instead of paying $35 next month, pay only $27 this month!

Several scents will be discontinued as well.  Check the table below to see if your favorites survived the cut.  If not, now is the time to stock up!  There's even a discount on the Six-Pack, making it $22.50 instead of $25, basically giving you a bar and a half for free!

 

Beach	Faerie Blossom	Lush Gardenia	Silhouette
Berry Blush	Forever Pink	Mulberry Bush	Sugar
Berry Tart	Go-Go-Goji	Mums & Marigolds	Surfer Chick
Cherry Limeade	Groovy Grapefruit	Pomatini	Tea Party
Citrus Sun Tea	Honey, Do!	Radiance	You Go, Girl
Cranberry Mango	Inner Peace	Red Candy Apple
Cranberry Muffin	Lilacs & Violets	Reggae Sunset

Transition month also means extra testers in the startup kit!  If you choose to join my team this month, Scentsy will send party testers for the current catalog as well as the transition testers for the Fall/Winter catalog.  It's only $99 to join, and is usually recouped with the first party!  Enjoy shoe shopping, but don't have the budget?  Scentsy can help with that!  Enjoy traveling, but can't afford anything exotic?  Scentsy can help with that (we have some great incentive trips!)!  Is money tight enough you have to worry about how the next bill will be paid? Let us help!  Would you just like to get your Scentsy for free? We can do that, too!  Let me know if you have questions.  I'd be more than happy to answer them for you!

I know I've been a bit rambly.  It's just because I love the product and the company so much.  No other company I've found is as simple, authentic, and generous as Scentsy.  I absolutely love everything about it!

With that, I'll leave you with a bit of a sneak peek:

 New Mid-Size Warmers!

 Boho Chic... In a Plug-In!

 New Full Size and WOTM!

It's Here!

Scentsy Convention 2011 is in Fort Worth, TX this year.  I'm so excited that my first year is right in my back yard!  We start tomorrow at the Fort Worth Convention Center and I can't wait!  I'll have so much to share with you afterward.  :)

From the FAQ:

Q    Does Scentsy do fundraisers?

A    Definitely! Scentsy as a company is extremely giving and caring and loves to give back to the community.  Contact me if you’re interested in doing a fundraiser. 

This is one of my favorite questions, because I can gladly answer YES!  The fundraisers are so easy, too!  I can make a fundraiser for nearly anything.  People love to help out with a fundraiser, especially whenever they know they're able to get something in return (even more so when that something is a beautiful warmer!).

Currently, I'm running a fundraiser for some friends from college.  They recently gave birth to a little boy who happens to have heart complications.  He's already been through two heart surgeries and there are likely to be more.  They've had to drive long distances to the children's hospital, find lodging as well as alternative care solutions for their other children, and had to pay for various other expenses, including whatever insurance won't cover.  The fundraiser ends today (I can't believe I haven't posted this here yet).  If you are interested in helping out, follow this link.

I have a fundraiser in the works for a Cystic Fibrosis walk, a 3-Day walk, and possibly a few others.  Contact me if you would like to set up a fundraiser for your cause, school, or church program.  I would love to help!