Abbiepql Posted January 16, 2008 Share Posted January 16, 2008 Gauging serious interest in a Candle/Bath & Body/Soap Makers Gathering near Pittsburgh, PA on Saturday - July 19th.We don't have all the specific details YET, in advanced planning phase, but we had a lot of interest last year when we brought it up on various boards from perspective attendees and suppliers. We have a hotel location - Washington, PA and an estimate for cost. We even have some speakers and demo ideas. What I need is...to know how many would be sincerely interested before I pay deposits. Please PM me and let me know if you are interested, I am thinking cost of $40 individual or $60 per couple (same biz)? Includes coffee/pastry for meet & greet and hot lunch buffet.If you PM me, please include in your PM any requests, demo ideas, co-ops, swaps, if you are willing to help out, etc. I need to know as soon as possible, as there is tons of work involved in putting these together. We have some experienced team players and other willing to learn! We want a class act! One of those fun & interesting gatherings everyone walks away from being motivated, and inspired! We are thinking 60 attendees. As soon as I have at least 40 seriously interested we will get a website up, start paying deposits, contacting sponsors, scheduling speakers, lining up demos and putting everything together. Thanks for your interest ~ Abbie:-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barncat Posted January 16, 2008 Share Posted January 16, 2008 That would be great if I wasnt at the other end of the state on that day at the same time for a show...good luck! Sounds like fun! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Abbiepql Posted January 16, 2008 Author Share Posted January 16, 2008 If we are forced to change the day - I will make sure you know! It's really hard to plan things in the summer with all the holidays and then so many of the meeting places have "weddings" taking place for their rooms. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gloworm Posted February 5, 2008 Share Posted February 5, 2008 Heck yeah Abbie, Don't know how I missed this the first time around. Here is the link to the gathering:http://www.lightsandlather.orgGlo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jenniejr Posted February 5, 2008 Share Posted February 5, 2008 I would really like to attend. Of course I will have to "iron out" a few things before signing up. Will let you know soon tho. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gloworm Posted February 5, 2008 Share Posted February 5, 2008 Wow, Would be nice to meet you Jennie!Glo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Abbiepql Posted February 5, 2008 Author Share Posted February 5, 2008 I know the date seem so far away, but we have had quite a bit of interest and securing anything in a nice place with a ballroom and food is almost impossible in the summer unless you act early. But things are falling into place nicely. The ladies that have offered to help and those giving us suggestions, ideas and input has been really great. It looks to be a really great time! And for those of you in mid to eastern Ohio, it's not a long drive! I have some interested in VA, MD and WV that might be carpooling with me! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jenniejr Posted February 5, 2008 Share Posted February 5, 2008 Wow, Would be nice to meet you Jennie!GloWould be nice to finally meet you too Connie!! btw: I am still very much up for testing if you still need me Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chevcher Posted February 5, 2008 Share Posted February 5, 2008 well, now that the ball is on a roll I can't wait until July girls !lots to do ,but I'm looking forward to all the input and work . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kimberly Posted February 6, 2008 Share Posted February 6, 2008 WOOOHOOOO! Cant wait. We need to get all the NY and PA gals there. ....and neighboring states! :yay: :yay: :yay: :yay: :yay: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mizbizzyb Posted February 6, 2008 Share Posted February 6, 2008 Booooo - I will be in Florida that weekend......any other dates avail? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gloworm Posted February 6, 2008 Share Posted February 6, 2008 WOOOHOOOO! Cant wait. We need to get all the NY and PA gals there. ....and neighboring states! :yay: :yay: :yay: :yay: :yay:Yes!! Lets make this one a success!! This is gonna be great.Glo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
islandgirl Posted February 6, 2008 Share Posted February 6, 2008 It's is a possibility.... Trying to work it out.. Would love to put some faces to the names on this board!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sisterkaren Posted February 6, 2008 Share Posted February 6, 2008 I'm trying to see what I can work out with the watching of the kids! I've never been to any before but I would love to!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gloworm Posted February 6, 2008 Share Posted February 6, 2008 It's is a possibility.... Trying to work it out.. Would love to put some faces to the names on this board!!!Hmmm. Then the island in Islandgirl wouldn't be Hawaii then?? Sure hope lots can make it. These gatherings ar so nice!!Glo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kimberly Posted February 6, 2008 Share Posted February 6, 2008 You girls wont be dissapointed! I have been to several Candle/soap gatherings/conventions and I have not regretted a single one! To be honest, I dont usually learn a whole lot from the demos...but it is the networking and gathering of information from all the participants that I use. Not to mention is is usually a great time!I have been to ones in OH, NY, IL & TX. We usually have the most fun in the hotel! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
singleyellowrose Posted February 6, 2008 Share Posted February 6, 2008 I will be watching this thread. I will have to see if I can get that day off of work.. but don't see why I can't attend... AND it's within driving distance! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heirloomoriginals Posted February 7, 2008 Share Posted February 7, 2008 I would love to try and make this, but July is usually extremely busy for us with our anniversary, 2 nephew's birthdays now, my sil usuall comes in from CO towards the end of the month, too!Steph Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Abbiepql Posted February 7, 2008 Author Share Posted February 7, 2008 I know what you mean Steph. It's so hard to schedule events in the summer. Not only do people have tons of plans but then getting a meeting place - URG - weddings everywhere and family reunions. We tried to pick a good date, but like everything else...it's always not going to work for some. It sure would be nice to have you with us if your schedule allows.SYR, you were the first person I thought of when the location was chosen! I did not know for sure, but I thought you were not too far away. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gmp Posted February 7, 2008 Share Posted February 7, 2008 Hi Abbie ~I would love to be there! It sounds like a lot of fun and I could use the inspiration of all you experienced chandlers, too, lol! I have to iron out the schedule with DH, but I hope to be there.Thanks for working so hard on this, Abbie! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Abbiepql Posted February 7, 2008 Author Share Posted February 7, 2008 GMP ~ I need to talk to you! Can you give me a call. I had your # but recently lost my cell and therefore all my numbers! Oh...and my fingers are sore from typing so I would rather chat withcha!Hugs ~ Me Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gmp Posted February 7, 2008 Share Posted February 7, 2008 GMP ~ I need to talk to you! Can you give me a call. I had your # but recently lost my cell and therefore all my numbers! Oh...and my fingers are sore from typing so I would rather chat withcha!Hugs ~ MeWill do. We have some catching up to do! P.S. Sorry to hear about your cell phone. I hate when that happens!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mindy5140 Posted February 7, 2008 Share Posted February 7, 2008 I am soooo there, Washington is only like a little over an hr. drive for me. I am so stoked maybe me and hotmama2700 can come together. Going to have to call her. Mindy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gloworm Posted February 7, 2008 Share Posted February 7, 2008 Yea!! A lot of CT'ers are gonna finally meet up!!Glo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snow Posted February 8, 2008 Share Posted February 8, 2008 Sounds like a good time! Never been to one of these but its close enough for me to make it, keep us posted. I am really interested in joining in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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