KathieB Posted January 3, 2007 Share Posted January 3, 2007 This email just in from Ernie: (copied & pasted) Dear Friends: Happy New Year to all my mini friends! I, for one, am glad to be alive and well in 2007. We are happy to have another great year under our belts and are looking forward to much health and happiness in 2007. New Year’s Eve was a rain soaked night here in Atlanta. Blanche and I had a simple dinner at home and fell asleep by 9:30. New Year’s Day brought back the sun, with clear skies and everything seemed shiny and new, as it should. We took a walk in the morning and then watched football and cooked way too much food in the afternoon. We made all the classics: collard greens, black eyed peas, cornbread, kielbasa and corned beef. Not sure why we cooked so much. I guess we just felt the need to mess up the kitchen and stink up the house. It sure was good, though. So, today is January 3rd. Everyone is back at work and eager to make 2007 the best it can be. The beginning of the year always marks one particular fun job for old Ernie, in that I get to announce the year’s new Creatin’ Contest project. As many of you know, I have an obsession with houseboats and all things that float. About the time we came out with the Vintage Travel Trailer, I started thinking we should develop a Houseboat Kit. And, while it always takes longer than I want for my kit ideas to become realities, I think this one was worth the wait. The Houseboat Kit began shipping to customers in December, and early indications are that old Ernie still has a knack for picking winners. As with the Vintage Travel Trailer, we opted for a nostalgic version of the houseboat, rather than try to replicate one of the sleek modern marvels of today. It’s a great kit, one that is sure to get your creative juices flowing. With that in mind, I am proud to announce Ernie’s Houseboat Kit (#4312) as the official Creatin’ Contest Kit for 2007. I encourage you to go ahead and order yours early to get started. We have found that the sooner we start projects, the more enjoyment we get from them. Nothing puts a damper on fun more than having to hurry up and finish it for a deadline. Plus, wintertime is perfect for staying warm indoors with your minis. Gives you something worthwhil e to do. Lord knows, we don't need to be watching more TV. I am going to leave it at that and sign off with well wishes for all. I hope you have a wonderful 2007, filled with good health, family, friends and prosperity. Please keep in touch and send me pictures of your houseboats as soon as you can. I just love reading your stories and getting a peek at what you’ve created. All the best, Ernie p.s. Thanks to everyone who entered the 13th Annual Creatin' Contest. Y'all have outdone yourselves! We're busy reviewing them and will announce the winners ASAP! This message was sent from miniatures.com • 2388 Pleasantdale Road • Atlanta, GA • 30340-3152 • 800.926.6464 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nuttiwebgal Posted January 3, 2007 Share Posted January 3, 2007 :o :w00t: how much fun will that be? nutti :w00t: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beccas1963 Posted January 3, 2007 Share Posted January 3, 2007 I jsut got the email too!!!!!!! WAHOOOOOOO I was hoping this was going to be the one!! I ordered and I also got an email that they shipped it today!!!!!!!! Cant tell I am excited right hehehehehehhehehehehe Bec Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ms. Mini Posted January 3, 2007 Share Posted January 3, 2007 Hey everyone! I just got a email from Ernie w/ HBS announcing the new conteset for this year!! I will copy and paste it below!! I gotta get myself this kit its been on my wish list since it came out last month! :o Dear Friends: Happy New Year to all my mini friends! I, for one, am glad to be alive and well in 2007. We are happy to have another great year under our belts and are looking forward to much health and happiness in 2007. New Year's Eve was a rain soaked night here in Atlanta. Blanche and I had a simple dinner at home and fell asleep by 9:30. New Year's Day brought back the sun, with clear skies and everything seemed shiny and new, as it should. We took a walk in the morning and then watched football and cooked way too much food in the afternoon. We made all the classics: collard greens, black eyed peas, cornbread, kielbasa and corned beef. Not sure why we cooked so much. I guess we just felt the need to mess up the kitchen and stink up the house. It sure was good, though. So, today is January 3rd. Everyone is back at work and eager to make 2007 the best it can be. The beginning of the year always marks one particular fun job for old Ernie, in that I get to announce the year's new Creatin' Contest project. As many of you know, I have an obsession with houseboats and all things that float. About the time we came out with the Vintage Travel Trailer, I started thinking we should develop a Houseboat Kit. And, while it always takes longer than I want for my kit ideas to become realities, I think this one was worth the wait. The Houseboat Kit began shipping to customers in December, and early indications are that old Ernie still has a knack for picking winners. As with the Vintage Travel Trailer, we opted for a nostalgic version of the houseboat, rather than try to replicate one of the sleek modern marvels of today. It's a great kit, one that is sure to get your creative juices flowing. With that in mind, I am proud to announce Ernie's Houseboat Kit (#4312) as the official Creatin' Contest Kit for 2007. I encourage you to go ahead and order yours early to get started. We have found that the sooner we start projects, the more enjoyment we get from them. Nothing puts a damper on fun more than having to hurry up and finish it for a deadline. Plus, wintertime is perfect for staying warm indoors with your minis. Gives you something worthwhil e to do. Lord knows, we don't need to be watching more TV. I am going to leave it at that and sign off with well wishes for all. I hope you have a wonderful 2007, filled with good health, family, friends and prosperity. Please keep in touch and send me pictures of your houseboats as soon as you can. I just love reading your stories and getting a peek at what you've created. All the best, Ernie p.s. Thanks to everyone who entered the 13th Annual Creatin' Contest. Y'all have outdone yourselves! We're busy reviewing them and will announce the winners ASAP! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ms. Mini Posted January 3, 2007 Share Posted January 3, 2007 opps i started a thread on this in the general section. didnt see this one :o i cant wait! i might actually enter this contest this year! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bonsaikathy Posted January 3, 2007 Share Posted January 3, 2007 I'm excited about this one too. Now I just need to come up with ideas. :o Kat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Minis On The Edge Posted January 3, 2007 Share Posted January 3, 2007 I got that too and this year, I see something in that house! I can't tell because I think I may enter this time around. I got an idea busting out of my head waiting to become a reality!! :o Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Minis On The Edge Posted January 3, 2007 Share Posted January 3, 2007 I just merged the two topics Jenny :o Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nuttiwebgal Posted January 3, 2007 Share Posted January 3, 2007 I gots an idear tooooo! its just floatin around waiting for the fun to start. I knew from the moment I saw this how I would proceed! I love dollhouses but these unique kits are so fun to have in ones collection. I had soooo many comments about my trailer during the Holidays....all good! makes me want to do another....nah not really. but I am eager for the houseboat. nutti :o Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Missymew Posted January 3, 2007 Share Posted January 3, 2007 its just floatin around waiting for the fun to start. nutti :o Your idea is just "floating" around .... I love it!!!!! -Susanne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ms. Mini Posted January 3, 2007 Share Posted January 3, 2007 Thanks Tracy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KathieB Posted January 4, 2007 Author Share Posted January 4, 2007 DH Lloyd is already thinking about what we can do with a houseboat. I told him I'd order one for him the next time Ernie has a 50% sale. :whistle: I can see the learning curves looming already. <getting a dreamy-eyed look and Googling "resin how-tos"> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deb Posted January 4, 2007 Share Posted January 4, 2007 its just floatin around waiting for the fun to start. :whistle: <giggling> I love puns! I think I'm gonna take the plunge too. <cackle> See what you started with the puns Nutti!! I'd already ordered the houseboat and since I'll have it on hand, I might as well give some thought to entering the contest this year. Bruce grew up in the area where the Mississippi, the Ohio, the Missouri and the Tennessee rivers all kinda converge in a valley, so he's going to be my houseboat consultant. The reason I got the houseboat kit in the first place is because he saw it and said it looks just like the houseboat a friend had when he was a kid. I'd call that a real compliment to the designers! This might be the year to buy stock in scenic water! Deb Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KathieB Posted January 4, 2007 Author Share Posted January 4, 2007 This might be the year to buy stock in scenic water! <Wondering if one can float a loan to buy water stock. > :whistle: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MiniMadWoman Posted January 4, 2007 Share Posted January 4, 2007 I'm not usually into things that aren't houses . . . I like houses . . . but seeing as it's a "house" boat, I'm really being drawn to it! I think I just might take the 'plunge'!!! :whistle: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KathieB Posted January 4, 2007 Author Share Posted January 4, 2007 I can see it now: The Greenleaf Forum Armada sails to Atlanta in search of HBS! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deb Posted January 4, 2007 Share Posted January 4, 2007 I've got the Dramamine!! Deb Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MiniMadWoman Posted January 4, 2007 Share Posted January 4, 2007 Oh good thing, Deb, because I'm sure to get seasick! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
havanaholly Posted January 4, 2007 Share Posted January 4, 2007 Help, I'm drowning in bad puns! I really like Nutti's idea so well I'll collaborate with her. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shakyshaky Posted January 4, 2007 Share Posted January 4, 2007 You know I'm not getting any ideas. Maybe when the kit get here. :whistle: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hallowell Posted January 4, 2007 Share Posted January 4, 2007 This one sounds like a ton of fun. :whistle: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nuttiwebgal Posted January 4, 2007 Share Posted January 4, 2007 I really like Nutti's idea so well I'll collaborate with her. oooooo yall should be worried now! we have some very interesting ideas and my mind is just swimming with more. but dont yall come fishing for them. ss I just could stop my 2 fingers from typing this. HAHAHAHAHA nutti :whistle: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bonsaikathy Posted January 4, 2007 Share Posted January 4, 2007 I have ideas floating around also and am going to try to get hubby and my son involved in the planning process. Both have such wonderful imaginations. Kat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anna Posted January 4, 2007 Share Posted January 4, 2007 Ack a house boat, now I will certainly have to refrain from going to the HBS site for a while as I do not need a distraction, I am firm on going to get some projects finished.... Oooops, just have to have a look at this, just a teensy peak so that I will know what you all are talking about, nothing else Hugs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KathieB Posted January 4, 2007 Author Share Posted January 4, 2007 Of course, Anna. And we will appreciate your suggestions when you are current with the project. The project you're not going to start, that is. <grabbing green eyeshade, notebook and pencil> Odds, anyone? :lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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