Less than two weeks until our day of fun for profit!

The time for our seminar is upon us and I'm still making samples to show in the afternoon segment. This Friday, June 19th, is the deadline for registrations. I know you're waiting till the last minute to commit because of all the summertime stuff going on. Think of this as an investment in your business - a refreshing pause to stimulate your imagination and recharge your batteries. Motorization is going to be a big part of our business in the not too distant future. We need information NOW so we can succeed. Mary Ann has it for us right here, right now. Take advantage of this opportunity.

Gearing Up and Starting on Our Samples

I've pulled fabric from my stash, from Mary Ann's stash, and even bought a couple of neat pieces I couldn't resist. I've been sketching and dreaming and looking. Now, it's time to cut and stitch and press. We'll see if I CAN come up with "something fresh & new". "There is nothing new under the sun" according to Solomon, but sometimes we can find a new combination, a new way of looking at things, a fresh approach to an everyday challenge.

We hope you'll join us June 27th for the first Share-Learn-Earn Seminar for Drapery Professionals. Check out the Drapery Seminar tab on my website - www.jodistanford.com - for information on how to register or email me at jodisews@bellsouth.net and I'll send you a registration form. Register by June 5th and save $10!

Hotel Discount for Attendees

If you will be coming in from out of town on Friday or planning to stay over on Saturday, you might want to consider staying at the Wingate where we will be holding the seminar. It is near the Wolfchase Mall area with shopping and restaurants of all kinds.


Wingate has offered our attendees a reduced rate of $89.99 + tax for a large room with 2 queen size beds or one king size bed. Every room has been recently redecorated and the staff prides themselves on the cleanliness of the rooms and public spaces. A complimentary breakfast bar with 40 items is included at this rate.

To take advantage of this offer you must call the Wingate-Wolfchase directly and request a room for the Memphis Drapery Seminar. Their number is 901-386-1110.

To request a brochure with registration information for the seminar you may email Jodi at jodisews@bellsouth.net or go to www.jodistanford.com.

Memphis Drapery Seminar

Jodi's Window Fashions is proud to present the first in a series of "Share-Learn-Earn" Seminars for Drapery Professionals. This seminar will be held Saturday, June 27th from 9:30 to 3:00 at Wingate Inn, 2270 N. Germantown Parkway, Memphis, TN.

Our featured speaker is Mary Ann Plumlee. Mary Ann began her business in 1985 with $50 and a home sewing machine. Plumlee Place now employs 12 and has two locations. Mary Ann's blog (www.workroomintelligence.com) shows the work of many of the best drapery workrooms in the country. She is also founder of Workroom Association of America whose goal is to bring value added programs and benefits to the workroom trade. (www.workroomassociationofamerica.com)

Our morning session is "All About Motorization". Following a light buffet luncheon our topic for the afternoon will be "Something Fresh & New" featuring drapery hardware from some of our favorite vendors and fresh, new sample window treatments.

Registration is $85 and the deadline is June 19th.

Early registration is available until June 5th for $75.

Make checks payable to: Jodi's Window Fashions

Mail to: 6880 Coral Hill Drive, Bartlett, TN 38135

For more information you may contact me at jodisews@bellsouth.net.

Please include the following information with your check.

Name ________________________________________

Company Name _________________________________

Address ______________________________________

City, State, and Zip ______________________________

Phone ___________________ Fax _________________

Email ________________________________________

We will contact you by fax or email to confirm your registration.

How's Your Business Doing These Days?

How's business? Join us to learn how to gain a competitive edge in today's economy through better deals with your vendors, by spotting the trends for our industry, and by finding a niche for your special services in your market.

More information will be available soon for a one day seminar in Memphis, Tennessee.