It's Back! The 2nd Annual Any Color But Black Friday Sale With A FREE Expression For Everyone!

 

Hooray! My exclusive Any Color But Black Friday Uppercase Living Sale is back! I love you all so much and hate the thought of you being stuck in a Godawful strip mall, waiting in line in the cold, just to watch the last available "door buster" walk out before you can get your hands on it, pains me deeply. I'd rather think of you sitting in a comfy spot in your home, wearing cozy socks and elastic waist pants, snuggling with your Uppercase Living catalog or browsing my website, relaxing while you shop. 

Of course, I'm offering post-Thanksgiving specials too. Before I get to them, here are the rules: 

1. There will be no discounts on products ordered early. So don't wake up at the crack of dawn thinking you're getting ahead of everyone.
2. Quantities are not limited. Get as much as you want, and then tell your friends and they can get as much as they want too.
3. Discounts and promotions are not valid on website orders. You must call or email me.
4. Only the promotion at the time of your call or email is valid at that time. However, you can plan ahead and order at more than one time.
5. Discounts do not apply to current party or Open House orders.
6. There will be no hitting, running, fighting, or grabbing items out of the hands of aggressive shoppers.

I have several specials available all day as well as some that are only available at a certain time:

11 - noon          10% off all accessories
noon-1              10% off any Erasables (dry erase or chalkboard) items
1-2                   FREE 3" embellishment with any set of coasters
2-4                   10% off any item from the Holiday Mini Catalog
4-5                   10% off any Photo Print

          5-6                   10% off any Decorative Print
          6-7                   10% off any specialty vinyl (Etched Glass or Shimmer colors) expression
          7-8                   10% off any Custom expression

All day specials:

• Purchase the Build A Snowman Activity Set and get a FREE monogram for your snowman's hat!
  
• Purchase the Christmas Countdown Kit and receive 10% off any Valentine's Day expression to put on the back of your punched metal tile
  
• Receive $20 in FREE product and one item at half price when your order reaches $200
• Receive a FREE monthly bonus expression when your order reaches $50, two when it reaches $75 and 3 at $100
• All orders will receive FREE the Welcome expression in the photo. 

The Welcome is a FREE Gift from Uppercase Living. It's a big 28" expression that comes in Antique Bronze, one of my favorite UL colors. You can use it in your entry, family room, kitchen or even your front door! The FREE gift IS available on website orders, so if you don't wish to take advantage of any of the above specials, you can go ahead and place your order directly on my website.

Enjoy browsing and shopping and your FREE expression. And enjoy the Any Color But Black Friday Sale in the comfort of your pajamas. 

Late October Newsletter

Hi Friends,

Does it feel like fall where you are? Hopefully the Halloween costumes are ready to go, you've stocked up on candy for the trick or treaters, and you're looking ahead to a fun few weeks of fall festivities. As you can imagine, this is the start of my busy season so I wanted to give you a quick heads up on what I have going on for all of you.
Coaster Extravaganza Party November 19

Please note the new date for the Coaster Extravaganza party at my house. The time remains the same: 9:30-12:30.  All you need to do is pre-order your coasters and I'll have lots of words and embellishments here for you to create unique and useful gifts. Each set of 4 coasters costs only $15. I will have an assortment of seasonal and everyday words and designs to help you create a variety of designs. You can also order custom embellishments or lettering for your coasters or choose from the limited-time coaster kits in our holiday catalog. The hats in the photo are just one of the many embellishments you can order to dress up your coasters!There is no limit to the number of coaster sets you can make. Of course, there will be the usual drawings, giveaways and a 10% discount on all orders placed at the Coaster Extravaganza!

I must receive your pre-order by October 29 in order to have your supplies here on time. Please let me know how many sets of coasters you'd like to work on and if you'd like to add any custom words, monograms or embellishments by the 29th. If you'd like to participate but can't make it to the Coaster Extravaganza, just let me know and I'll keep your supplies on hand for you and help you assemble them when you come over to pick them up!

If you've purchased any projects that you need help assembling, feel free to come over on November 19th and I'll happily help you put them together. There is no product purchase necessary if you'd like to come over and assemble any items.

My next project party this season will be an Ornament Extravaganza. Stay tuned for details! Limited Dates and Times for Uppercase Living Parties Before The HolidaysMy calendar is quickly filling up as my hostesses schedule their parties before the Holidays. In fact, my weekends in November are already becoming full, although some spaces still remain. I do have several weekday mornings (Mondays and Fridays) and weeknights still available if you'd like to have your party before our holiday ordering deadline. Please don't hesitate because I'd hate to have you miss out on your preferred date. Don't forget, online and catalog parties might be the perfect solution if you're too busy to have a home show, or if your guests are just scattered too far and wide.
Uppercase Living Special Event Coming to Southern California!On November 13th, a very special Uppercase Living Road Trip will be coming to Rancho Cucamonga. With updates and presentations from our fantastic Home Office staff, make and take projects and a yummy lunch, it is sure to be a great day. There will even be a sign up special for anyone who joins Uppercase Living and becomes a new demonstrator on that day. Tickets ($15) are very limited, so please let me know if you'd like one. Customer Celebration DaysHave you been taking advantage of the Customer Celebration Days? So far we've had three days where ever single order placed on that day has received a FREE UL expression, just to say "Thanks for being such a great customer!" The items are seasonal and not available in the catalog. We get very little notice when they'll be coming up, so watch my blog or become my friend of Facebook for the most up to date info on when the next Customer Celebration Day will be.
Don't Let Your Double Up Rewards Languish!
If you've placed an order with me in the last 6 months, then you've earned Double Up Rewards that can help you earn extra FREE and half-price items when you host a qualifying party. Depending on the amount of your Reward, you can significantly increase your hostess benefits. All you have to do is schedule a fun and casual Uppercase Living party where your friends can shop all of our great ideas for home decor and holiday gifts and you earn bonus freebies! Contact me to check on the amount of your Double Up Reward and its expiration date.

 

I hope you all enjoy a safe and happy Halloween. Please wait until your kids are at school Monday to steal their candy!

 

Coaster Extravaganza - DATE CHANGE

If you've spent any time at all reading Please Use Your Words, you know that I'm a huge fan of our versatile, affordable, fantastic coasters. I think they are the perfect solution for gift giving, party favors, theme decor, and so much more. It's no wonder that they are among my best-selling products. Due to their popularity during the holiday season, I've decided to dedicate a whole project party just to making coasters. Here are the details:

Date: Friday, November 19 (NOTE DATE CHANGE)

Time: 9:30-12:30

Place: My Home

Refreshments: Of course! 

Each set of 4 coasters costs only $15. I will have an assortment of seasonal and everyday words and designs to help you create a variety of designs. You can also order custom embellishments or lettering for your coasters or choose from the limited-time coaster kits in our holiday catalog. There is no limit to the number of coaster sets you can make. Of course, there will be the usual drawings, giveaways and a 10% discount on all orders placed at the Coaster Extravaganza! 

As you think about your gift list, don't forget that coaster sets make terrific hostess gifts and are great to have on hand for a last-minute gift exchange or invitation. No more scrambling when you have the perfect thing ready to go! The sets can be broken up to create individual, inexpensive gifts as well. Here are lots more ideas of how you can customize them to make your gift giving both simple and personal.

If you'd like to take part, but can't attend, just let me know how many sets of coasters you'd like to make and what you'd like on them. I can deliver the kits to you (or have them shipped directly if you're out of town) or even assemble them for you. 

So, glance through my catalog, go through your gift list, and let me know how many sets of coasters you'd like to work on at the Coaster Extravaganza. I must receive your order by October 29 to guarantee on-time delivery of your items. I'm so looking forward to spending a morning with a great group of people and helping all of you create fantastic holiday gifts. I won't even tell if the gifts you make are for YOU! 

October 2010 Customer Newsletter

Hostess Center Helps Maximize Your Hostess Rewards 
Ever since the new Hostess Center on my website was unveiled this summer, hostesses have loved using the tools it provides to help them maximize their free benefits for having a party. It's easy to send out invitations, keep an eye on RSVPs, send reminders, and best of all, watch your rewards add up as your guests place online orders! By far the most exciting part of the Hostess Center is that it allows you to invite friends and family from anywhere in the US or Canada to place orders associated with your party and earn hostess credit for those purchases. This not only gives hostesses maximum flexibility, but it also lets them have online-only parties no matter where they are located. I'd love to help you earn the most hostess benefits possible by using the fabulous Hostess Center. Contact me to schedule your fall party and I'll make sure to help you navigate this fun tool. 

Limited Time Left to Take Advantage of FREE Starter Kit Special for New Demonstrators 
Our FREE Starter Kit Special ends October 11 so if you've been thinking about joining this great company, don't miss out on the chance to get your Starter Kit for free. It's a great time of year to start with Uppercase Living, as your friends and family will love our products for holiday decorating and gifts. I'll be here to help every step of the way and help you earn all of the many rewards available as an Uppercase Living Demonstrator. No matter where you're located, I'd love to talk with you about joining my team (my goal is to have team members in all 50 states!). Call or email me today so we can set you up to take advantage of the FREE Starter Kit and more! 
 
Coaster Extravaganza Coming November 15
My first project party of the season will be a Coaster Extravaganza on Friday, November 5 from 9:30-12:30. Each 4-pack of coasters will be only $15 and you'll have dozens of choices for words and designs to decorate them with. You can even customize them by pre-ordering custom letters, monograms or designs. Don't forget, you can break up a set of coasters for individual gifts (think office gifts, teachers, hair stylists, manicurists, etc.). Email me with your order before Monday and you can also get the FREE Customer Celebration Sampler. Please RSVP as I won't have many extra coasters on hand. If you'd like to have your own project party with your friends, contact me to set it up. A fun time for everyone, completed projects to take home, and hostess rewards for you!

Popular Items In Our Current Catalogs 
Our two current catalogs have so many new ideas that it's difficult to know where to start. If you're feeling overwhelmed by the sheer number of choices, perhaps this list of our most popular items will help you narrow your focus:

• Dry-Erase or Chalk Wall Chore Chart
• Birthday Countdown
• Christmas Countdown
• Card Kits
• Snowman or Pumpkin Face Activity Kits
• Gratitude Tree with Dry Erase leaves
• Punched Metal Tile
• Chalk Markers - vibrant colors with no dust or mess

If your wish list is bigger than your budget, host a party and get that wish list for FREE. My hostesses have been earning anywhere from $70 to over $100 in FREE products plus half price items with their qualifying parties. Contact me to select a date before my fall calendar fills up.

Congratulations Raffle Winners!  
Thanks to everyone who attended my Open House last Sunday and Monday. It was great to see some friends I hadn't seen for a while and meet new ones too. It's always fun to tell people about all the ways Uppercase Living can help them in their decorating and gift giving, but it's also great to hear fresh ideas that I haven't thought of. As you know, I love to spoil my customers and hostesses, so I had lots of raffles and giveaways. Here are the lucky winners:

• Eiffel Tower Sampler - Rosalie Meyer
• 18 Word Assortment - Lisa Daley
• Coasters for Coaster Extravaganza - Susan Tannenbaum
• Home Sweet Home Expression - Cynthia Wennberg
• Bird On Branch Sampler - Mimi Crandall
• Warmest Welcome Expression - Liz Petridis
• Birds, Leaves and Flowers Sampler - Jo-Ann Capelaci
• 10" Monogram Door Prize - Micky Buono
• 10" Monogram Thanks For Bringing a Guest - Sophia Rohde & Laurie Hurley
• GRAND PRIZE 2x2 foot PHOTO PRINT - JoAnne Beatty

Congratulations to all the winners. Please contact me ASAP so I can arrange to get your prize to you! 

Happy Birthday!  
As you can see by the long list of raffle winners, I love to give presents, so I'm giving a 10% discount on one item to all of the ladies who are celebrating a birthday in October: Blanca D., Rosalie M., Janet S., Kathy S., Sarah F., Erika B., Karynn B., Lisa Z. and the truly fabulous Sadaf. I feel so fortunate to count you ladies among my friends. I hope you have a wonderful birthday.

I know I'll be talking to many of you between now and the holidays. Never hesitate to contact me if you're stuck for a gift or decor idea. I love brainstorming with you!

Just in time for holiday planning, decorating and shopping, it's time for my annual fall Open House. Uppercase Living has outdone themselves with fantastic ideas for Halloween, Thanksgiving, Hannukah and Christmas. And if that's not enough, our new catalog is full of year-round ideas for every room in your home and beyond!
As always, guests are welcome, so grab a friend or two, or ten! If you've been planning to have a party but haven't gotten around to it, bring your guests to my Open House and get all the hostess benefits without having to clean your house or make snacks!
To make it more convenient for you to attend, I'm hosting my Open House over two days:

Sunday Sept. 26  12-5
Monday Sept. 27 9:30-12:30

Please let me know in your RSVP when you plan to come so I can make sure to have enough snacks and supplies. No matter whicd day you choose, you'll love the new items, free sample craft, and lots of prizes and giveaways. I'll also have information about our FREE Starter Kits for new Demonstrators, my October Coaster Party and more project and craft nights coming up.

Former Hostesses will receive a bonus 10% discount on their entire order as my special holiday "Thank You."

Earn a raffle ticket before you get here just by submitting your RSVP! You'll get more for bringing a guest, placing an order, scheduling your party and more! The Grand Prize is a FREE Photo Print and there will be lots of other goodies as well.

To view our holiday catalog and new items before the Open House, visit my website If you'd like to place an order but won't be able to come, you can contact me directly or  order on my site. Just associate it with the Pre-Holiday Open House.

Looking forward to seeing all of you!

Late August Newsletter

I hope you've all enjoyed an enjoyable and restful summer. Whether you spent it far away or right at home, those long summer days will soon be ending and will be replaced by crisp fall weather, thoughts of the holidays and, in my home, a busy school schedule during the week and juggling three soccer games each Saturday. I also plan to see many of you this fall, whether at one my Uppercase Living Open Houses or Project Days, at your own UL party or perhaps at a friend's. It's going to be a very fun and busy season and I'm really looking forward to reconnecting with my customers and hostesses and meeting lots of new ones too.

Save Now With 15% Off SpecialNow through Sept. 9 you can save 15% off any order over $40. It's that simple! Place your order online or with me. Save on accessories, new products, gifts, Photo Prints and more! Don't forget that anything you order will earn Double Up Rewards so you can save now and get extra free products later when you host your own Uppercase Living party.
Holiday Mini Catalog Available Sept. 1
Just when you thought it couldn't get better than our new Fall/Winter catalog, we have a new Holiday Mini Catalog with even more good stuff. I definitely think the star of this catalog is our the brand new Iron On Vinyl. Available on a limited basis, it is the perfect solution for custom holiday crafts. The Halloween designs are adorable! I also love the Gratitude Tree for Thanksgiving (or year round) and the erasable Countdown to Christmas. For those of you who like to make homemade holiday gifts, there are a ton of ideas. The vinyl samplers make it easy to affordably create several holiday gifts. As always, the mini catalog is also filled with kits, party decor and coordinating items for Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas. You'll find great deals in our all-inclusive kits and super ideas for your own home or gifts.

 

My former hostesses will receive their copies of the catalog in the mail as soon as I get them. Everyone can view the catalog on my website starting on Sept. 1. I would also be happy to email a copy of the catalog to you. I will have them available at all of my fall parties and I can also mail you one. Just let me know if you'd like one.

Early birds will be able to save on their purchases from the mini catalog. The 15% off orders of $40 or more discount will also apply to all purchases from the holiday mini catalog through Sept. 9.  I can't wait to show you all the cute ideas in this catalog. With lots of different styles, price points and ideas, there is something for everyone here. If you see so much that you can't choose what you'd like, just schedule your own UL party with the goal of getting your wish list for FREE. I'd love to help you earn great holiday decor and gift items while you spend an enjoyable morning, afternoon or evening socializing with friends.

Annual Pre-Holiday Open House One of my favorite events of the year, my Pre-Holiday Open House, is coming up later in September. Grab a friend and come see new products, display ideas, gift suggestions and more. I will have swatches of our new colors, specials, prize drawings and lots of yummy snacks, of course.
When: Sunday September 26  1:00 P.M. to 5:00 P.M.
            Monday September 27  9:30 A.M. to 12:30 A.M.

Where: My home in Westlake Village (please RSVP for address and directions)

If you've been thinking of having your own party but haven't gotten the chance, you can invite all of your guests to my Open House and have their orders count as your party. I'll do the cleaning and make the snacks, all you have to do is bring your guests!
Coaster Extravaganza PartyOur coasters are one of our most popular accessories and just about the perfect gift, either as a set or individually. To kick off the holiday season, I will be holding a Coaster Extravaganza at my home on October 15th. I will provide the snacks and supplies to make coasters in lots of different designs. Each set of four glass coasters is $15 (plus tax) and includes your choice of words or designs from my large selection. Word choices include: Thanks (perfect Thanksgiving hostess gift or teacher present), Hope, Love, Peace, Ho Ho Ho, Family and more. I will also have Pink Ribbons (Don't forget: October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month), Poinsettias, Pumpkins, Snowflakes & other seasonal and botanical designs.

You can also order customized monograms, embellishments or even the Coaster Kits in the new holiday mini catalog. My favorite is the Cheers! set which can be used year-round. Contact me for details and pricing on custom orders. All coasters must be ordered by Sept. 25th but if I receive your order and payment by tomorrow, August 31, you will receive an additional 10% off your order. Just let me know how many sets you'd like and plan to come over to have a fun morning creating one of a kind coasters.

If you work during that time, you can still order your coasters and work on them at home. If I get enough requests, I'll be happy to schedule an evening or weekend Coaster Extravaganza too! You can also design your own craft or project party. They are so much fun and everyone leaves with their finished projects! Watch my newsletter for details on an Ornament Extravaganza in December!
Don't Wait to Schedule Your Fall PartyWith so much great holiday product from UL, my Fall calendar will fill up quickly with smart hostesses who prefer to check off their holiday lists with the FREE products they earn with their hostess benefits! For many of you, school has started, sports are underway and the schedules are starting to fill up. Before it gets too hectic, schedule your Uppercase Living party with me so you and your guests can have your orders well before Halloween. Please contact me as soon as possible to reserve your preferred party date. Your hostess kit will include a FREE Fall/Winter catalog as well as the Holiday Mini Catalog so you can start your wish list before your party date. Don't forget: out of town friends and family can now place orders on my website and associate them with your party to help you earn even more rewards!!
It's A Fantastic Time To Join Uppercase LivingJust ranked #138 in the Inc. 5000 list of fastest growing companies, Uppercase Living has been achieving tremendous growth. Our innovative products, exceptional promotional materials, and wonderful home office support make us a truly great company to represent. While the economy on the whole has been challenging, direct sales companies have done well, perhaps because many people need to supplement their traditional jobs, or realize that it's no longer enough to rely on steady work from traditional employers. In my business I've noticed that my customers are no longer spending many thousands of dollars on big home remodeling projects but still want an affordable way to personalize their homes with unique custom decor.

With the busy holiday sales season just ahead, it's a great time to consider joining my team and enjoying the wonderful benefits this great "job" offers. Whether you want to use the discount for yourself and a few friends or plan to make this a career, you'll have so much fun sharing our products with enthusiastic clients. Start your own UL business for as little as $99. I'd love to help you get started so just contact me for more information!
Double Birthday WishesHappy Birthday wishes to my customers and hostesses who have birthdays in August and September: Denise B., Jenny W., Marissa H., Wendy G., Laurie R., Sunny B., Erica N., Leah A., Lauren M., Katie C., Kathie F., Gail F., Joyce W., Elsa D., Erin E., Jodi H., Stacey T., and Sarah G., A special Happy Birthday to my sister and my wonderful neighbor Wendy. Ladies, my birthday gift to you is 10% off any item. Please email me directly to take advantage of this discount as I can't apply it to website orders. Happy Birthday to you all!!
Referral BonusAs I work to grow my business, and earn my Caribbean Cruise!, your referrals are my greatest resource. From now until the end of the year, I'd like to thank you for any referrals with a special gift. If you refer a new customer you will receive a mini vinyl sampler. If your referral hosts a party, you will receive a FREE expression from my exclusive collection. And if you refer someone who joins my team, you will receive a Mini Punched Metal Tile in your choice of color and an expression to go on it! I'd love to give away lots of free gifts so please let me know who you think my next best customer, hostess or team member will be. Perhaps it may even be YOU!!

 

Thank you all for making my job so much fun. I'm looking forward to a terrific fall season with you all!

December Customer Newsletter

Happy Holidays!

It's definitely the busy time of year and we're all juggling parties, shopping, school activities and decorating. It's also a fun, happy time of year and I hope you're getting the chance to enjoy some moments of holiday spirit in between the scurrying around. I do have a few things to tell you about this month but I'm keeping it short because I know you've got things to do!

Ornament Party Tonight!

Tonight is my Project Night but if you didn't pre-register, you can still come by and make some unique, fun and inexpensive ornaments for yourself or to give as gifts. The large ones, especially, are lovely for all those gift exchanges where you need to bring a gift that will please everyone. I will be offering discounts on all orders placed tonight, which will still arrive before Christmas. Friends are welcome to join you but please RSVP today so I can make sure to have enough supplies for everyone. I will give you location and time details when I receive your RSVP.

Holiday Ordering Deadline is MONDAY!!!!!

Our deadline to order for guaranteed Christmas delivery is this Monday December 7th. That is also the final day to order from our Holiday Catalog and get expressions in our special Shimmer Colors. If you'd like to place an order, please don't wait until the last second because our computer systems always get really busy then. I'd love to help you with your order this weekend, so please just call or email me.

Uppercase Living to be Featured on ABC's Extreme Makeover: Home Edition

I am so excited to announce that our products will be showcased in a home on ABC's Extreme Makeover. I can't wait to watch the episode, which will air on Dec. 13 at 8 p.m. Watch my blog, www.pleaseuseyourwords.com as we get closer to that date for a contest to see who can spot all of the different UL products in the home.

Going to the West Side!

I'll be venturing out to the West Side to participate in a boutique at a gorgeous home in Beverly Hills on December 15th. If you or a friend would like to stop by, please let me know and I'll send you the time and location details. Some great vendors are going to be there so come get unique gifts.

UL in 2010

I have been blown away with all of the innovations from Uppercase Living this year. From Chalk Walls to our great line of accessories to the amazing Photo Prints, UL has been leading the way for exceptional decorative and gift items. There is sure to be more to come in 2010, starting with the release of our new catalog in January. If you would like to be among the first to see and earn free products, schedule your own Uppercase Living party in January or February. Your friends will love to socialize and learn about a whole new affordable way to decorate and you will love the rewards you'll earn as a hostess. My schedule is flexible and I still have some open dates so call or email me to reserve yours.

Happy Holidays

It has been a pleasure to work with all of you wonderful friends, hostesses and customers this year. Thank you all for your support and enthusiasm for my business. My job definitely doesn't feel like "work" when I get to spend time with so many lovely people sharing a product that I enjoy so much. I can't even count how many new friends I've made! I hope you have a peaceful, happy holiday season with your loved ones and that the new year is your best yet.

Hope to see you tonight

Don't Say I Didn't Warn You

It's dawned on me that with so many different specials and promotions going on with UL right now, not to mention the busy fall shopping time, it might get confusing to keep all the dates and deadlines straight. Here, for your reference, is the definitive (until I change something) time line for the next couple of months.

Nov. 10 - Last day to order projects to work on at my Dec. 4 Project Night.
Nov. 15 - Last day to order our Gingerbread House kit.
Nov. 27 - Hmmm...the day after Thanksgiving. Maybe I'll have a Black Friday special if enough people tell me they'd like one.
Nov. 30 - Last day to get DOUBLE PRODUCT CREDITS when you buy a $99 starter kit. The credits make the cost to join Uppercase Living only $49. Start saving on your own Uppercase Living purchases and make some extra money selling our great products to friends and family.
Nov. 30 - Last day for hostesses to earn 50% more in hostess dollars with $400+ parties.
Dec. 4 - My annual Project Night. A fun and relaxing time to socialize and work on holiday projects. .
Dec. 7 - Last day to order for guaranteed delivery by December 24th. Last day to order from Holiday Catalog. Last day to order expressions in Shimmer Vinyl colors.

Hopefully this will help you plan and relieve any last minute stress. As always, I'm available to help you with gift ideas, project planning, party dates or more information on joining Uppercase Living yourself.

You Are Invited...

Torreh’s Uppercase Living

Pre-Holiday Open House

September 26 3-8 p.m.

new catalogs

holiday kits

project night previews

free samples

gift ideas

prizes and drawings

30832 Oakrim Drive, Westlake Village

RSVP for an extra raffle ticket!

818.309.7768 torreh@gmail.com

Previews at my website: http://tpearl.uppercaseliving.net

Please post your RSVP here in the comments section and don't forget to bring a friend!