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Wednesday, February 6, 2008

HAPPY news!

NEWSFLASH!

We hear you. We really, really do. And it brings me great joy to share this with you. Based on the overwhelming demand, we are bringing back my School Years kit! I WANT you to have this. I want your friends and sisters and in-laws and kids' teachers and neighbors to have this kit. I see it as a big, BIG solution in so many ways.

We anticipate the next shipment of the kits will be available before summer. Please stay tuned here on my blog (or the KOTM site) in the coming days for further announcements regarding this offering. We are working out the details and will release them as they become available.

I will soon be sharing completed pages & another video clip because I want to share more ideas about how to make this kit work for you when you get it.

Oh - and one more bit of happy news: I'm going to be doing more kits with the KOTM program, tentatively on a quarterly basis this year. I can't wait to share them with you!

73 Comments:

Blogger familyreinhard said...

Great News Becky! I am sure that will make A LOT of people very very Happy. Looking forward to more of your kits! They are great!

February 6, 2008 10:46 AM  
Blogger nrjordan said...

Becky,
I'm one of the lucky ones who was able to order a kit and can't wait to receive it. However, it's great news that there will be more available. And I SO excited that you will be making more kits. Sign me up!
Natalie
Overland Park, KS

February 6, 2008 10:47 AM  
Blogger Theresa & Keith said...

That is happy news!! I can't wait to see what else you have in store for us! Do you know if shipping will be restricted on the upcoming kits?

February 6, 2008 10:48 AM  
Blogger Dani said...

Thanks Becky and Lisa too. This will go far in making people happy. I'm glad we will see more of your other kits as well.

February 6, 2008 10:56 AM  
Blogger Katy B. said...

Awesome!! I can't wait to get my first one in the mail! I will definately get another come summertime. I wish I could afford to get as many as I *think* I'll need for future kids, but if you reoffer it really helps my budget!

Don't forget the idea of offering them all the time-I'm sure lots of people would like that too.
Great news!

February 6, 2008 11:01 AM  
Blogger Monica said...

YEAH!!!!!!!

February 6, 2008 11:03 AM  
Blogger Hilary Peacock Austin said...

Becky, I am excited to hear you will be doing more KOTM's. Do you know if you will be doing Christmas Cards again? You've got too. Everyone expects my cards to be as awesome as 2007. If you are do you think you will put them for sale in Oct or Nov? The sooner the better! Thanks so much.

February 6, 2008 11:04 AM  
Blogger Liz Butler said...

Wonderful news!!! Hopefully I'll be one of the lucky ones next time around.

February 6, 2008 11:06 AM  
Blogger rose said...

Thank you - THANK YOU - so much! I know you have worked hard for us. God bless you!

Blessings to those who are spending $175.00 on their kits from ebay.

February 6, 2008 11:16 AM  
Blogger Ashley said...

Thanks for bringing them back! Yay!

February 6, 2008 11:20 AM  
Blogger youngstamping said...

Thanks for bring them back. I cried when I heard I couldn't get one and now I'm crying because I can -- my husband thanks you, my kids will thank you and I really REALLY Thank you!

February 6, 2008 11:28 AM  
Blogger khendricks3 said...

Hi Becky!!

Yeah!!

Would you be able to share ideas about how to make this kit work in 8.5x11 size??

THANKS OODLES!
Kate

February 6, 2008 11:28 AM  
Blogger Ohio Rasmussens said...

LOL!!! Hurray for you!! Becky- you are amazing!! You always come through for us. Thank you so very much. My husband wasn't so happy to hear this (dollar bills appearing in his eyes) but I AM VERY GLAD TO HEAR THIS. ECSTATIC!!! You made my day! Thank you SO much!!

February 6, 2008 11:32 AM  
Blogger Jen said...

WOO HOO! Great news! I was one of the lucky ones the first time around as well, and I can't wait for mine to arrive in the mail, but I am REALLY SO HAPPY for all of the others who will now get another chance to buy the kit! It has been so sad reading all the posts of people who missed out, and who so GENUINELY wanted your kit. (I was definitely close to being one of them, as I got mine JUST before they sold out -- I would have felt just as rotten if I had missed it, too!) It should really make you feel so proud, Becky, that you have created something that is in SUCH high demand! I applaud CK for hearing the outcry and making it possible for the kit to return in the near future. Just goes to show the power of all the comments made by faithful CK customers! Maybe this time they could use the idea that so many have posted on this blog -- that it could be pre-orderd so there will be enough manufactured?? Also, maybe now that people are finding out that the kit will be available from CK again, maybe the demand for the ones that are for sale on eBay will decrease and the people who are selling ("scalping") them won't be able to make such a profit!!)
We can only hope!! Thanks for all your inspiration Becky, and I look forward to more of your KOTMs to come!!!

February 6, 2008 11:33 AM  
Blogger Michelle Wooderson said...

Oh Becky, you've made my day. I missed out on the kits. I wanted TWO for each of my girls and was so sad to have missed them. I will be first in line for the next ones!! Can't wait to see some completed pages. Your videos are just too cute!! P.S. Could you come help me organize my entire house? You are SO good at that. {hugs} Michelle Wooderson

February 6, 2008 11:42 AM  
Blogger Jenny said...

That's wonderful news! Your kit will be such a timesaver to ALL of us who feel like we hardly have time to scrapbook anymore! I hope this time CK will have worked out the problems they had for shipping to Alaska, Hawaii, & International. We don't want to be left out this time!!! Thanks for all you've done to help make this kit available again! Have a great day!

February 6, 2008 11:44 AM  
Blogger julie said...

i went on ebay this morning and the kits are going for $170!! i'm so excited that you are going to sell them again
thanks

February 6, 2008 11:47 AM  
Blogger Jason said...

THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU!!! You really just made my year. Really. I am so happy that you listened respectfully to everyone's concerns and are working so hard to bring these back. Again, thank you from the bottom of my heart!

February 6, 2008 11:48 AM  
Blogger DeniseHunter said...

Thank you, thank you, thank you, I am so excited. I check the blog every day, so I will get the imformation later. Yeah!!! Oh, also yeah about your KOTM every quarter. I hope there's enough.

February 6, 2008 11:49 AM  
Blogger MommyMe said...

AWESOME!!!!

Great news Becky! I ordered my KOTM but I know tons of people were extremely disappointed!!
KOTM team rocks for making this happen!!!
I personally am looking forward to your future kits! Any sneak peaks for us!!

Thanks - and congratulations on another really AWESOME kit!

Cindy

February 6, 2008 11:59 AM  
Blogger lmshutterbug said...

Thank you, Becky. You are awesome and and inspiration to us all (except maybe those "scalping" your kits on ebay for over 4x the sale price). I was crushed that I didn't get in on time to get this kit and now that you are making more available I am thrilled. Your products, ideas and integrity are amazing and I can't wait to see what other kits you dream up.

February 6, 2008 11:59 AM  
Blogger Jody said...

Yippie! I'm so happy! I ordered one because I have one child, but we are adopting again (and I assume she'll go to school someday!) so I'll need another one! Thanks for coming to our rescue!

February 6, 2008 12:10 PM  
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February 6, 2008 12:17 PM  
Blogger evelinne said...

You really rock!!!
Thank you so much, Becky!!!
I have 2 kids, but because of my thight bugget for this month, I just got 1 kit, thinking I could split with my kids,but now I can get another one just for my little girl as well!
Thanks, you made my day!!! I am sooooo very happy!!!!!!!!!!!!

February 6, 2008 12:18 PM  
Blogger Babette said...

Thankyou!!! This kit is so unique and awesome! After seeing it I know I want it. I have 6 Kiddos and this is perfect! They will all be similar , but it is made in such a way that each individual child's will be unique. Thankyou for Bringing it back!!! :+)

February 6, 2008 12:18 PM  
Blogger Paola said...

Yes! thank-you! thank-you! so glad to hear this news, I'll be ordering for sure! So many people have more than one child so I belive that this is one of the many reasons they went so fast.
Thanks again!

February 6, 2008 12:20 PM  
Blogger Jewels said...

YAY!!! Thank goodness!

Keep us up to date! ;o)

February 6, 2008 12:26 PM  
Blogger Heather said...

YIPPEE! That's great news. I will be taking note of the future release date and will make sure no out of town plans effect my buy this time around!

February 6, 2008 12:33 PM  
Blogger Susan said...

Becky - You are the BEST!! I was one of the lucky ones who got my kits, but my heart truly broke reading all the posts of those who were unable to get the kits!! Thank you so much for your genuine concern and kindness...it is greatly appreciated!! Can't wait for the next kit you create...please, please order LOTS!!!

February 6, 2008 12:36 PM  
Blogger Marta said...

Hi Becky,

Wonderful news. I am glad for everyone who missed out the first time will be able to get the KOTM later this summer. I am hoping to get my hands on two more. I am really glad that you will be creating more KOTM. P.S. I received your DVD and love love love it.

February 6, 2008 12:42 PM  
Blogger The Lee Family said...

thank you! thank you! CK is lucky to have you! Can't wait to see what else you have in store for the KOTM (better manufacture lots) :}

Conae

February 6, 2008 12:54 PM  
Blogger Nicki Lundeen said...

I am jumping up and down with excitement! THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU! I am going to grab a handful of these - I will probably buy two as well for my oldest daughter so whe will have them for her kids. Such a great product, I can't wait...HURRY SUMMER!

February 6, 2008 1:04 PM  
Blogger TCC said...

This news just put a HUGE smile on my face! I was one of those that did not order before they were all gone.

Question for you...are we able to order NOW or do we have to wait until we here of availability. I didn't know if they were doing backorders or how that was working.

Thank you again! My oldest is in first grade and my youngest starts preschool next year. I have pictures and such stored in boxes waiting for me to figure out how to preserve the memories. Thankfully - this provides me with a solution before they are both in college!!! :)

February 6, 2008 1:06 PM  
Blogger Jeni said...

Thank you! Thank you! I can't wait until they become available again.

February 6, 2008 1:06 PM  
Blogger mommyto2cs said...

Thank you Becky! I am SO happy!!

Thank you, thank you, thank you!! And to Lisa and all of the great people with CK! I am so thrilled to see this update! I've been logging on every day to see if you've posted anything new yet. Was on earlier this morning. Just got back from taking my oldest son (4 yrs old) to preschool and had to log on again to see if any news! My youngest son (1 1/2) is napping or I would be yelling out my enthuisiasm!! :o)

Since my oldest is in preschool this year I was so looking forward to getting the kit for him and another one for my youngest for his future school days. I was so upset when I missed out, but am looking forward to buying 2 when you get your next shipment.

And looking forward to seeing more of your awesome kits!!

Thanks again and have a great week! You've just made mine and many others I'm sure!
Pam

February 6, 2008 1:16 PM  
Blogger Tara said...

THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU You have made my day. I can't wait. I have been stalking your blog for days now.... hehe. Everytime I am on the computer my husband would ask...'what has Becky said?' Thank you Becky.

February 6, 2008 1:32 PM  
Blogger Tina said...

Hi Becky,
That is great news!!! I am so excited to see what other KOTM you will be offering. I love all the things you do!!!

Tina

February 6, 2008 1:54 PM  
Blogger McCarty said...

I am so happy to hear this! Too bad there wasn't a way to stop people from selling them on e-bay so those of us that truly want a kit or two and who are honest would get them! I am so excited!! Thank you!

February 6, 2008 1:59 PM  
Blogger Leeza898 said...

GO BECKY! GO BECKY!!

Thank You Very Much! I was able to order the kit, however, I only ordered 1 set because of the budget issue. I know that with QVC craft fair I will be spending a lot (and I did and got the CKU in a box too). I want to order 2 more Kits. Is there any way we can pre-order this if we're in the email list? They have this option in QVC and it's wonderful to preview the item and have the option to pre-order it before it goes to the general public. Also, like with the previous posts, can they put the time it will go on sale? I too was up very late and up very early last Friday and was glued on the computer because I was scared that I will miss out like the Stamp Kit. No matter how much I Love something, I refused to buy it at Ebay on much higher price. Now, I can't wait for your next kits Ms. Becky.

Grace C.

February 6, 2008 2:11 PM  
Blogger Cindi said...

Thank you SO much!!

February 6, 2008 2:11 PM  
Blogger Jacquie said...

Thank you so much. Will it be available internationally (Australia)
I am happy to pre-order

February 6, 2008 2:14 PM  
Blogger Alaina said...

YEAH!! I was one of the lucky ones and purchased mine already - but i am THRILLED for those of you who get another opportunity!!!! Thanks Becky!!!! I definitely will be passing the word along!

February 6, 2008 2:23 PM  
Blogger Melissa said...

YEAH!!! I was so bummed they went so fast, I got on their on Feb 2 thinking there was no way I'd be too late - and boy was I wrong! Thanks for giving all of us a second chance - I won't be late this time! :)

February 6, 2008 2:38 PM  
Blogger Erin said...

Woo Hoo! Let us know how to pre-order, and I'm totally there. Thanks for listening, and coming to the rescue to make lots of happy scrappers.

February 6, 2008 2:52 PM  
Blogger Catrinatolman said...

Thank you thank you thank you!!! I am so excited to be able to get your school kit!!! It will be my goal to get started and going on my kid's school stuff!!! Excited about the KOTM kit!! You are great. Thanks for sharing your talent and ideas with us!!!
Catrina

February 6, 2008 2:55 PM  
Blogger Emily said...

Becky,

Any hopes of making just the pockets/memorobilia holders available for purchase?

Thanks,
Emily

February 6, 2008 3:13 PM  
Blogger JessicaS said...

It's great that there will be more of the school days kit. I purchased one and then decided I needed one for each kid so this is great.
Becky you totally need a podcast or show are something. Call the DIY or HGTV network.
Can't wait for BH kits!

February 6, 2008 3:33 PM  
Blogger Elaine said...

This is great news!! So excited....!!!

February 6, 2008 3:44 PM  
Blogger Raylene said...

Thank you so much! You are amazing. I really appreciate how willingly you share your ideas.

February 6, 2008 3:59 PM  
Blogger The Wilkins said...

Yay! Yay! Yay! Thanks so much! I'm going to order 4... one for each of my 2 kids (and hopefully for the 2 more we will have in the future). They are adorable!

February 6, 2008 5:25 PM  
Blogger Debbie said...

OH HAPPY DAY!!!! Thank you!!! I only need one kit. I do work during the day so if there is a way that I can preorder one - please let me know. I'm willing to pay for it now and wait until the shipment this summer.

February 6, 2008 5:34 PM  
Blogger Zippyoh said...

Thank you, thank you, thank you, thank you! I was just coming home from vacation on 2/1 and didn't have the chance to order it. I am SO looking forward to the kit! I love your work!

February 6, 2008 7:04 PM  
Blogger Sandy said...

That is GREAT news!! I was fortunate enough to have ordered two kits, and I am SO looking forward to receiving them. It's great that others who missed out on getting this kit will have another chance. I'm also looking forward to your other kits!!!

February 6, 2008 7:28 PM  
Blogger Rhiannon said...

Thank you, thank you, thank you, Becky! Really, really appreciate this--thank you for listening. I'm totally willing to pre-order and pre-pay (in fact, would LOVE to do this). You just made my week! You rock.

February 6, 2008 8:20 PM  
Blogger MalibuBarbie said...

I was one (probably of thousands) that emailed and asked to have your kit made available again. I am so glad that I did and that you heard us! I am beyond thrilled that I will finally be able to get my hands on it without paying 175.00 on Ebay! LOL. It will definitely be worth the wait. I am equally excited over the additional KOTM kits that you will be doing---you are awesome! Keep creating these incredible kits!

February 6, 2008 9:22 PM  
Blogger Kristi said...

YAY!!! Thank you so much for hearing us and bringing back the kit! I am SOOO EXCITED! I can't wait. You've made my week! Thank you!

February 6, 2008 9:35 PM  
Blogger Rach said...

Excellent news. I hope they will let us in Australia buy it this time.

February 6, 2008 9:46 PM  
Blogger Laura said...

Hooray! Now I can read about the kit without feeling so bad! I am thrilled to hear you will designing more kits, you are so amazing!

February 6, 2008 11:56 PM  
Blogger annie said...

THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU!

February 7, 2008 2:59 AM  
Blogger ScrapMomOf2 said...

Thank you! Thank you! Now, how do we make sure that we don't miss out again? Can we preorder? I would be so willing to do that!!

February 7, 2008 3:41 AM  
Blogger KTluv said...

Yay!!! That is so great. I couldn't order it that morning from work and by the time I got home they were gone. Thank you, thank you, thank you fo making it available again. Now, if we could only get Lisa's stamp set back I will be a happy camper! lol

February 7, 2008 6:12 AM  
Blogger Krista said...

Thank you all so very much for making these available again for those of us that missed the boat on the first batch. We so appreciate it! It's good to know CK is listening to consumer demand for such GREAT products. Thanks again for being such an inspiration to all us scrapbookers out there and making our hobby so much easier. Hugs!

February 7, 2008 7:00 AM  
Blogger Kelly said...

YAY!!! I am SO glad to hear that there will be more of these School Days kits made available!!! I wasn't able to snag one last Friday and I SO want to do this for my darling son, who will just be starting preschool in the fall!

February 7, 2008 7:04 AM  
Blogger heidi said...

Thank you! Thank you! I can't wait to get a chance to order the school years kit. So excited to hear you will be doing more kits! Love your style!

February 7, 2008 8:30 AM  
Blogger Trish said...

Thank you - thank you - THANK YOU!!

February 7, 2008 12:44 PM  
Blogger tammi said...

Thank You!!!! I missed out. I am so excited that you are going to bring it back. YEAH!!!

February 7, 2008 1:39 PM  
Blogger Sarah Doyle said...

Thank you Becky for hearing us and trying so hard to bring this back for us! I was so very sad that they were gone before I even was home from work:( I wanted three kits. I will check here faithfully and I am so very excited to hear that you will be doing more kits! I hope you will bring us more card kits- they are fabulous!!!
Thanks again for all your efforts. We do appreciate it:)
Sarah

February 7, 2008 1:48 PM  
Blogger Ahauna said...

YAY! Thank you! I missed out and really want to scrap the school years for my three.

February 8, 2008 6:36 AM  
Blogger wendyh said...

I am beyond happy about this great news!!! YAY!!! Thank you so very much, Becky!!!

February 8, 2008 3:51 PM  
Blogger Tammy said...

That is so awesome! It's good to be heard! Thank You!

Another question that I have is: Would you consider pre-orders for those who do not get to order online because of life schedules, etc? I have my own business and I cannot get online during the times of the sales? I shop in the wee hours when majority of people are sleeping. The only way I'd be able to buy your product is if it was a pre-order or an online purchase. If you offer it as a deadline item, I'm sad to say I will never get to buy it. Do you consider the market and would you be willing to offer different purchase options?

This is one product I do not want to miss out on!

February 8, 2008 11:56 PM  
Blogger the medeiros family said...

THANK YOU THANK YOU!!!!!!!! :) So happy!

February 9, 2008 1:38 PM  
Blogger Xggirl said...

I just wanted to leave a comment because the title said HAPPY NEWS! and I have some. The pinky promise we made at CKU Orlando is complete. I have finished my All About Me album and am very glad that I took the class. I would never have done anything like this on my own and had to spend time thinking about what to write and gathering the pics. Thank you so much.

February 11, 2008 5:36 PM  
Blogger Karen said...

Becky,
Words cannot express how this kit has solved by problems of organizing school stuff for my daughter. My son starts preK in the Fall. I want 2 kits! I was SO EXCITED to hear that it is coming back. By the time I found out about the KOTM, it had sold out. I also would be willing to pre-order my kits if it would be easier. I can hardly wait to order these kits. Thanks again! You are great!! :o)

February 12, 2008 2:02 PM  

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