Longaberger September 2013 News

Longaberger News


Australia Welcomes Longaberger!

Tami, Claire Longaberger and the entire A-Team have just returned for an exciting trip down under! For those who followed their travel on Facebook you know that Longaberger Australia is off to a great start! Australian customers love Longaberger products, especially entertaining related baskets and pottery.

Although our original team is back in the USA, Longaberger will continue to grow down under! In fact we welcomed 52 new Australian Longaberger Home Consultants who joined last week.  Contact Longaberger Consultant Rose Vincent @ Roses Gift Ideas and join our team today.  We are recruiting New Consultants in Australia Now!

Click here for everything you need to know about Longaberger in Australia.


Project Eagle Update

Bringing You The Pottery To Sell For The Paycheck You Want, For Fall And Holiday

As communicated last week, Project Eagle and Made in America continues to be our mission and our goal. We knew that this journey wouldn’t be an easy one, but with your support our commitment and determination to returning to a fully 100% Made in America product line is stronger than ever.

Until our American-made pottery can be made at the level of quality that we and you expect, and at the necessary volumes, to ensure that you have a strong fall and holiday selling season we will continue to accept and fill pottery orders using our international suppliers – the same high quality Woven Traditions® that you have known and loved for years. This means that you as customers can order any and all pottery featured in the flyers and WishList® and at a lower price than shown in the literature.

Longaberger president Mike Tempe has had personal conversations with our international suppliers and they have stepped up their commitment to delivering Longaberger customers the products they desire in the colors and quantities they want. Some of this pottery is already onsite and can be shipped immediately; the rest is in production now. We are working hard to make sure that pottery ordered will be in your hands by Christmas.

Click here for Project Eagle FAQs.


 

Longaberger Rewards Program Is Drawing Attention

The Longaberger Rewards Program, featuring a credit card that lights up and lets you earn credit toward Longaberger Rewards with every purchase, is drawing attention from Longaberger Home Consultants and the national media.

With the ePlate card from Longaberger, you can earn points toward a Longaberger gift certificate or even a FREE Basket every time you swipe your card!More than 400 Home Consultants have already signed up for the Longaberger Rewards card. The benefits are amazing!  Contact Independent Consultant Rose Vincent @ Roses Gift Ideas to become a Longaberger Consultant today.

You (and your hosts and customers) earn Longaberger Rewards (and 50+ other rewards, including air miles or even cash back) for something you are already doing — using a credit card, at a gas station, a grocery store … wherever.

You earn those rewards faster and at a higher rate than most cards. Earn 1.5% per $1,000 on the no-fee card and 3% on the fee card!

It’s a terrific business building tool! When the card lights up, it is a sure conversation starter wherever you are.
When your hosts or customers sign up, they will redeem their Longaberger Rewards with you, and that means steady repeat business.

Fox News was captivated by the Longaberger Rewards Program card, and featured it and the company who created it, Dynamics, Inc., on its web site. Click here to see.


Coffee Club

Did you know … the Longaberger Coffee Club has changed to better service our customers? When new customers subscribe to the Club, they can for as little as $20 and will receive 3 ½ lb bags of Longaberger Private Reserve coffee shipped fresh directly to their door every month. Current Club subscribers will be adjusted to the 3 bags and be charged the new lower amount on their next shipment.  Join the Longaberger Coffee Club Today @ Roses Gift Ideas.


Heritage Days — Come Join Us For Good Ol’ Fashioned Fun!

After the crazy days of summer, Longaberger hosts one of our favorite events of the year, Heritage Days. The event will be held on September 7, 2013. Come celebrate our basketmaking heritage and help us start new traditions. There will be an exclusive Heritage Basket you can make or buy pre-made, place your bid at the silent auction with hundreds of special products, shop the “NEW” expanded Vault (opening Heritage Days) and find the perfect holiday gift at our 40% off sale! There will be plenty of fun with the contests, door prizes, demos/tastings and musical entertainment taking place throughout the day!

Don’t forget the delicious food! A Chicken BBQ, Bean Soup & Cornbread and apple cobbler served in Longaberger Pottery.

Click here for the Event Agenda, Heritage Days Market Vendor Agreement & Pie Baking Contest Application. We recommend that you make a reservation to make your own Heritage Days Basket by calling Guest Relations at 740.322.5588.


October Brings Horizon of Hope® Events

October is national Breast Cancer awareness month which is the perfect time to celebrate your success with the Horizon of Hope campaign with our annual Pink Week! While there are fun festivities happening all week long at Longaberger Homestead – the week features two very special events.

The Horizon of Hope Dinner will be held October 3 at the Home Office. Here we will celebrate some very special women who have faced breast cancer head on. We invite all Longaberger Consultants to nominate the women in your lives who have faced this diagnosis while embracing life with energy and determination, to receive an invitation to attend. Please send nominations to thinkpink@longaberger.com by Sunday, September 15.

We also are holding our annual Race For Hope 5K. Last year we had more runners and walkers participate than ever before. And we know this is an event that will grow with each coming year.

Join us for the race, health fair, entertainment and help support breast cancer research and programs.

For more information on the Race for Hope or other great activities at the Longaberger Homestead, click here.


 

 

All-American Sale + LONGABERGER SMALL LAUNDRY BASKET 54% OFF

All-American Sale + LONGABERGER SMALL LAUNDRY BASKET 54% OFF

On Memorial Day to honor and remember our fallen heroes who gave everything defending our country, during this sale we’re donating all Longaberger sale proceeds to the Wounded Warrior program.  Support This Great Cause Today!
 
How Can We Assist You?  Do you need assistance in ordering online? – If so, contact Us anytime.
LONGABERGER AT HOME
  • Pictured is the Great American Picnic Celebration Basket $64.95 on Sale $45.46!!! Spring basket form – Add divided protector great for utensils and napkins at your next potluck!! Add Engraved lid.  The Adorable Hat is available through Collector’s Club and not Lonagaberger at Home.30% OFF EVERYTHING – SHOP NOW THRU MAY 27TH

 

Medium Oval Platter $30 – Sale $18
  • Carry meat to/from the grill, serve fruits, veggies, summer drinks, appetizers.
  • Gorgeous way to organize your vanity.
  • Create a table scape by adding candles and seasonal decor.
Small Oval Platter  $20 – Sale $12
  • Same ideas as above, on a smaller scale.
  • Perfect place to keep your salt & pepper shakers in the middle of your table.
  • Great sandwich plates.

Basket, 4 way Protector & Cutting Board Lid Set $75 – Sale $44

  • Hold fruits to garnish drinks.
  • Divided protector is perfect for serving a variety of dips.
  • Perfect size for organizing small items in the kitchen or craft room.
  • Bathroom for hair or makeup items–use the lid in your kitchen.
  • Two gifts in one! Give the basket with protector as one gift, add gourmet cheese to the lid as the second gift!SHOP WED, MAY 22 TO TUES, MAY 28
Small Laundry w/Protector $229 on SALE $124
*store towels, toys, sports equipment
*newspapers for recycling
*great for shoes!
*add ice & your favorite beverages
*store pillows, blankets
*store firewood by the hearth

Available in Americana Stain too
Leather Bags 40% Off
On the Veranda Baskets
Set $176 Sale $84 – Don’t forget protectors
Small Treasure Basket Ideas:
  • hold coffee filters, cocktail napkins, coasters
  • make up in bathroom, hair accessories
  • throw in pocket change and keys
  • vitamin bottles, holds jewelry near sink or bedside
Medium Treasure Basket Ideas:
Made in America!! Means jobs in America too!
  • The American products are from our May feature flyer so order yours today or let me assist you!

A Message from Tami Longaberger

 

Message from Tami Longaberger

 

March 15, 2013

Dear Member of the Longaberger Family:

I am very happy to tell you that the step I announced on January 11, for The Longaberger Company to move forward by becoming the first to join a public family of direct selling companies, has been successfully completed.

We are now officially part of the exciting strategy within the public-traded company called CVSL. This means that Longaberger employees, Home Consultants, Hostesses, Collectors Club members and even customers will have an opportunity to join us as owners of the American Dream!!

As I said in January, it’s especially meaningful that we could take this step during our 40th anniversary year. I know that my Dad would be very proud – and that he is cheering us on.

As I explained in my January note to you, The Longaberger Company will continue to operate as we always have – as its own company. Our team, our baskets and other wonderful things in our line, our showrooms, The Homestead – everything about who we are and what we stand for – continues as before. Project Eagle continues to fly high, as we work to bring our full line back to made in America. And I am happy to assure you that I am committed to continue as your president and CEO for many years to come.

For The Longaberger Company, being part of a public company means, among other good things, access to capital, the potential to extend our reach into global markets, and the opportunity for you to become shareholders. We’ll give you more detailed information when we can.

Meanwhile, I appreciate the enthusiastic support and encouragement that we’ve gotten for this very positive step, which opens up so many opportunities for our company’s future. The Longaberger Company has been a leader in so many ways over the years. It feels good to be leading the way once again!

With Warmest Regards,

Tami Longaberger

 

March Into Spring With A New Longaberger WishList & More!

 

New Flameware!

We’re excited to introduce three new Flameware pieces this month. Our breakthrough extreme-temperature ceramic cookware makes healthy cooking even easier with these new pieces — an 8″ Skillet & Lid Set, larger 4 Quart Lidded Dutch Oven and Flameware Kettle.

All three new Flameware pieces work with the Medium and Large Everyday Essentials Baskets, and the 4-Quart Lidded Dutch Oven is a perfect fit inside a Medium Roundabout Basket. I’d love to tell you more about this innovative new cookware. Let me know when we can talk!

Click here to email me now.

Brought to you by Longaberger Consultant:
Rose M Vincent
rmvince@verizon.net
www.longaberger.com/rvincent

Host A New WishList® Party!

Want to be among the first to show your friends the new Longaberger Spring & SummerWishList? Book a party today! We’ve introduced over 70 new items! The new WishList is full of beautiful new baskets, functional new pottery, three new Flameware pieces and lots of other great items for your home. And remember:

1. You can have an ONLINE SHOW and still receive host benefits!

2. Hosts get items at ½ price or FREE based on your party—half-price items start with just a $150 party!

Hosting a party is still the way to get the best deals on these unique Longaberger products. When can you host a party?  Contact Roses Gift Ideas Today for details.


Two BIG New Baskets On Sale

The new Longaberger WishList launched on March 1, and with it, two great new baskets — the Large Everyday Essentials Basket and Medium Everyday Essentials Basket. They’re both extremely versatile, smartly sized and on sale in March!

Made to fit all kinds of Woven Traditions™ Pottery and Flameware, these are definitely hard working baskets. And both are available in the new seasonal Perennial Garden weave with matching liner. Want them both? Host a show, and at the $350 level, you can get them both as a half-price item! Let me show you everything they work with — give me a call soon @ Roses Gift Ideas!

Click here for more details.


March Exclusives

If you own a Longaberger 8-in-1 Entertainer, you’re going to love our March Bonus Buy — the Woven Traditions® 4-in-1 Entertainer. It’s called the 4-in-1 Entertainer for its four most common uses; a roaster, covered dish, baking stone and bowl, but it can be used for much more. Purchase yours in March and save $10!

A new Small Glass Dome, shown here, fits it perfectly, and can be purchased separately.

Click to order one online now!


Host A Show Now And Earn A FREE BASKET!

What could be more fun than hosting a Longaberger show, and earning half-price or free products? How about MORE free products!

When you host just a $150 show in March, and have one or more of your guests book another show, you can receive this beautiful basket for free! Contact Roses Gift Ideas Longaberger Consultant today for details.


Collectors Club Exclusives

Introducing the Collectors Club Clay Pot Basket! This clever creation honors our American pottery legacy in ways you might not notice at first. It’s clearly a basket made to look like a clay pot — a very interesting way to display a floral arrangement.

What you might not know is the history behind the top on this basket. In the early 1900s, floral “frogs” made from pottery were very popular as decorative items. The pottery lid on this basket is a floral frog. They typically had holes for flower arranging, and sat above a pottery piece that could hold water. Beyond that, they could be just about anything!

Launched with the new WishList this month, the Clay Pot Basket honors the American pottery heritage that’s been so top-of-mind at Longaberger lately. Both the pottery top and base are made in the U.S.A., as are all Collectors Club creations, and the basket is, of course, made by Longaberger in Ohio.

If you’re not yet a Collectors Club member, this is a good year to join! The Collectors Club Gathering is in May this year, and the theme is “Hooray for Hollywood!” Club members enjoy exclusive savings throughout the year, in addition to beautiful, creative one-of-a-kind baskets that truly are a benchmark of American craftsmanship. To join, or to find out more, just ask me!


Sweet & Spicy Sloppy Joes

In honor of our 3 new Flameware pieces, here’s a quick and easy, nice and spicy recipe using the Flameware 11 ½” Skillet. Enjoy!


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Longaberger March News

New WishList® + New Incentives = HUGE March!

The new Spring & SummerWishList selling season has arrived and to kick it off we’ve got great new product savings in our March Flyer on new products you’ll love! Check it out Today @ Roses Gift Ideas.

easter peepsIn addition, we’ve extended our Easter Collection of products including PEEPS® and the 2013 Easter Baskets through Sunday, March 17 — guaranteeing Easter delivery!

New Collectors Club Benefits Beginning March 1

Beginning March 1, 2013, Collectors Club members may use their host benefits on Collectors Club exclusives at the $150 show level. Also beginning March 1, hostesses may purchase a NEW Collectors Club membership with their host benefits. Now is the time for you to become a Collectors Club member or to host a home show. Call us to book your party today!

BIG Great American Picnic Celebration News

Have you registered your Hometown Picnic yet? When you register your Celebration, you will be entered into a drawing to win the new Masters Studio Picnic Basket — WOW! We can’t wait to see all the photos and video of each and every one of your Hometown Picnics! This is a great way for you to meet join our Longaberger Team, meet new customers and recruits!  Contact Roses Gift Ideas Home Consultant Now!


You will love this video (click on the image to watch)? If so, share it!!

Would you like to be part of unfurling the World’s Largest American Flag at Longaberger Homestead June 14 & 15? You can! We’ll have 3 different opportunities for you to earn the right to be help unfurl the flag. Your first opportunity is now!

  • We will draw registered tours beginning April 1 that are booked for Friday, June 14, or Saturday, June 15 – if we draw your tour, everyone on your tour will get to help unfurl the flag! To be eligible, you must have booked your tour by March 31! To book your tour, call Guest Relations at 740-322-5588.

Art Contest!
Do you have a young Picasso in your family? Well, it’s time to unveil their talent—Longaberger style! The theme is: What is your favorite family picnic tradition? And, it is the perfect way to encourage their artistic talents, and you can encourage them to show Longaberger Baskets in use! Contact Home Consultant Rose Vincent @ Roses Gift Ideas.  Artwork should be submitted by completing a form on the Great American Picnic Celebration site and then emailing a photo of the art to picnic@longaberger.com, March 1–17. Winners will be decided by voting (click to “like”) on the Longaberger Company Face book page, under Great American Picnic Celebration, March 21–31. The winner with the most “likes” will receive a Great American Picnic Celebration event basket filled with goodies!

Longaberger Live – First Stop — Orlando Florida

The first two of our “Come Home With US” Longaberger LIVE 2013 events are announced! Tami Longaberger and Claire Longaberger Kaido will make a LIVE stop in Orlando, FL on April 2, and then the Louisville, KY area on April 4. Join Tami, Claire and your extended Longaberger family for a fun gathering packed with products, prizes, fun and friends — including an exclusive event basket and free shipping for all orders placed that night. Grab a few friends, including potential recruits, and head to a gathering near you. Click here for more information.

Schedule Time to Host At Your Local Showrooms

Now is your chance to register time to host in your local Showroom … Contact Roses Gift Ideas Home Consultant Today!

Jeffersonville, Aurora, Birch Run, Grove City and Edinburgh

  • Managers and above may book times from March 4-6
  • Home Consultants may book times from March 11-13

Waterloo, Hagerstown, Rehoboth, Johnson Creek and Williamsburg

  • Managers and above may book times from March 7-8
  • Home Consultants may book times from March 14-15

Hosting At Longaberger Homestead® During Spring Fling

Everyone’s excited for the season opening of the Longaberger Homestead, and we’re celebrating with our annual Spring Fling event! We know you’re interested in hosting at our flagship Longaberger at home showroom during this very busy event, and we’ve created an incentive for you to earn the opportunity to host during Spring Fling. For every $1,000 in sales credit March 1-31, Home Consultants earn 1 point. For every qualified recruit March 1-31, Home Consultants earn 1 point (must have a minimum of 1 qualified recruit to be considered). The top 25 point earners get first choice in which day of Spring Fling they’d like to work.  For more info contact Roses Gift Ideas.

Collectors Club Events At A Showroom Near You

Come have some fun at our Aurora, Jeffersonville and Edinburgh Longaberger at homeShowrooms! Michael Kennedy will be doing some traveling this spring, and sharing a few things with members, like our new Collectors Club exclusives, and a sneak peek at Collectors Club goodies yet to come. He will bring a guest or two with him as well, and best of all, you will have the opportunity to connect with fellow club members. And, if you bring a friend who joins the club that day, they’ll get a special gift!

See the calendar of events for specific dates and times. We are now accepting reservations for the Aurora and Jeffersonville events. To RSVP, simply call 740.322.5588 or email guestrelations@longaberger.com.

Longaberger Partners With The Pittsburgh Children’s Museum

Longaberger was pleased to recently be a part of a special exhibit at the Pittsburgh Children’s Museum. Longaberger artisans made an oversized basket for the museum in an exhibit aimed at making children feel as though they are living the life of a cat. You can take a look at a few children playing in the exhibit here, just click on the image.

CALENDAR DATES OF INTEREST

February 14-18
Atlantis Incentive Trip

March 9
Collectors Club Event –
Aurora, OH
10 a.m. – Noon

March 23
Collectors Club Event –
Jeffersonville, OH
10 a.m. – Noon

April 2
Longaberger LIVE
Orlando, FL

April 4
Longaberger LIVE
Louisville, KY

April 6
Collectors Club Event –
Edinburgh, IN
10 a.m. – Noon

April 18
Longaberger Homestead® Opens

April 26-27
Spring Fling at Longaberger Homestead

May 3-4
Spring Fling at Longaberger Homestead

May 18
Collectors Club Gathering at Longaberger Homestead

June 14-15
Great American Picnic Celebration at Longaberger Homestead

July 25-27
BEE® 2013

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