Newsletter - May 2008

NOTE FROM STACY

I am so excited to share with you some of the latest additions to our line for Spring. One of my favorites is the new flower choker in brown. It features a flower made from shimery mother-of-pearl with brown pearls on the sides. It is perfect to dress up a t-shirt and jeans and will work equally as well with a cocktail dress. We also have a wonderful new piece on silk with Indian saphire, pearls and shells in shades of blue, silver and lavender. Both are sure to add a sparkle to your wardrobe and a smile to your face. With so many new styles arriving what will be your new favorite? Long & layered or one of our new pieces with natural shell or stone? Just ask, we would love to show you!

MONTHLY SPECIAL

Get ready for those nice spring days with our light and airy assorted pastel glass stretch bracelets. Featured at only $6.99 with any $35 or more purchase. Great for stacking.

CONSULTANT FOUNDERS CIRCLE PROGRAM

Stacy McBride Collections announces a special program to recognize our first 100 qualified consultants. There are two levels, Basic and Gold.

BASIC LEVEL FOUNDERS CIRCLE

• Use of "Founding" on business cards
• Special packaging to be introduced in 2009
• Free personalized Stacy McBride Collections Website
• Special activity at yearly convention

All of the Basic Level benefits above, plus:
• Complimentary $1000 product upgrade
• Complimentary "Monthly Special" every month for personal use
• The 10 Gold Level Founders with the highest team sales will have an exclusive piece named after them and will receive it free.

HOSTESS SPECIAL

Play "Hostess Bingo" during the month of May. Each party Hostess will earn free products & additional 1/2 price items by completing squares on our "Bingo" card. Ask your consultant for details.

PARTY THEMES

Here are several great party themes to liven up your Stacy McBride Jewelry Party, or any social gathering you might be planning!

Hawaiian Luau
Welcome each guest with an "aloha" and hand them a silk flower lei. Decorate with raffia table skirts, coconut cups, inflatable palm trees and tropical lights. Serve a tropical fruit salad and a fun fruit punch.

Mexican Fiesta
Welcome each guest with a straw sombrero, easily found at party stores. Decorate with colorful maracas, Mexican blankets and chili peppers. Serve chips with tangy salsa, guacamole, and a bean dip.

Wine & Cheese Party
Keep it simple yet classy by serving your favorite bottled wines with several choices of cheeses and crackers. You can use your own glass stemware, rent at a local party store or even use plastic wine glasses. Decorate with white tablecloths.

Chocolate Indulgence Party
Decorate with chocolate brown and pink combos of balloons, paper plates and napkins. Arrange pretty bowls or doily-covered plates of chocolates and truffles around the party area. Serve coffee and tea with your favorite chocolate delights.

RECIPE

Butterscoth Apple Crisp

Apple Layer:
2 1/2 pounds tart apples, peeled and thinly sliced
1 (11-ounce) package Butterscotch Flavored Morsels
1/4 cup firmly packed brown sugar
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Topping:
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup firmly packed brown sugar
1/4 cup butter or margarine
1 cup chopped nuts
3/4 cup quick or old-fashioned oats

Preheat oven to 375°F. For Apple Layer, arrange apples in 13 x 9-inch baking pan. Combine morsels, sugar, flour and cinnamon in small bowl; sprinkle over apples. Bake for 20 minutes; remove from oven. For Topping: Combine flour and sugar in medium bowl. Cut in butter with pastry blender or two knives until crumbly. Stir in nuts and oats; sprinkle over apple layer. Bake for additional 30 to 40 minutes or until apples are tender and topping is lightly browned. Cool slightly. Serve warm with ice cream, if desired. Makes 12 servings.

QUOTE

"You don't have to be great to get started, but you have to get started to be great." - Les Brown