Date: September 1st, 1998 09:58:20
From: Mindy
e-mail:
Subject: Re: Re: Missouri DOS
Hi Marie, It doesn't say anything in the regristration letter about the
white elephant auction. Does everyone know that you all will be having
it. And what day will it be, Sunday or Monday. I sent in my
registration today. I will see you there. Mindy
Date: September 3rd, 1998 01:17:27
From: diane
e-mail: shavkin@aol.com
Subject: Re: Looking for ICES member feedback/ideas
Nannette:
Ways & Means:
A "Penny Social". Would it be a consideration for ICES to use the Century Club prizes in another manner such as a Penny Social "try out" for one year? You could still have the Century Club, but maybe just have the main big prizes. And, some of the lesser priced item.
If there was to be an auction, has there been consideration of a "pound item" been thought about? Every item would been gifted wrapped and must be "one pound".
An ICES convention address book with the logo on the cover. It could be generic so that the books can be sold from year-to-year without the value depreciating due to the year on the address book's cover which indicates a particular year of convention.
Publicity:
The goal of the organization is to promote the art of cake decorating. Keeping this in mind, are the members expectations of the organization being met - the personal, cake decorating needs. This might be a reason of decline in membership. Our we reaching and satisfying our target market? I think we have some very good practices and offerings. However, I think expansion of what ICES has to offer is now becoming apparently imperative. Expectations and involvement of sharing of cake decorating are met in some areas, but is this available in all areas (geographically)? We need to explore what else can be done or done differently yet not lose the positive, beneficial and productive activities that we now have and offer that is very effective in promoting the art of cake decorating.
The web site: Honestly? It needs a new dress. Our organization represents a beautiful art, and we see all that at convention. The web site definately needs to depict this and show this. Our organization is composed of extremely talented people who are incredibly artistic. The web site should indicate and show this in its look and content. Does the web site say, "Come join us"? Not just in words, but in a strong subliminal message. The subliminal is usually much more powerful and effective than the actual words. And, if one does join, does the wording say what one will get to benefit that person? And, how is this indicated? Is the way the message is coming across on the web site for advertising effective for promoting the art and enticing cake decorators to join? In what ways is it not, and what can we do? And, in what ways is it and what can we enhance?
How about a committe that consists of not only 3 board members, but members of ICES who have the talents, business knowledge and marketing knowledge to enhance our organizational growth and retain a larger percentage of its members.
A brain storm session was held about 7 years ago at a convention in the President's room. Many productive benefits occurred within our organization as a result. Perhaps it is time for another brain storm session. At midyear? Or at days of sharing?
I hope my wording has created some thoughts in the minds of those who read this. So, Nannettee, perhaps you will get some valuable feedback and ideas.
Sweet wishes with thoughts of ICES and its members,
Diane Shavkin
Date: September 1st, 1998 10:01:55
From: Mindy
e-mail:
Subject: Re: IOWA classes
I don't know how far southeast you are, but they have them in Quincy IL
at John Wood Community College and at JoAnn's Fabric. They usually have
fall and spring classes. There is a phone # for Wilton where you can
call and they will tell you the closest place that has classes. You
might try calling the college in Keokuk or Burlington, they might have
them. Or just ask wherever they sale Wilton items, they might sponser
a class. Mindy
Date: September 1st, 1998 01:08:15
From: ann
e-mail: ann-mosher@uiowa.edu
Subject: IOWA classes
Does anyone know of any cake decorating classes available anywhere in
Iowa (I live in Southeast Iowa)? Thanks!
Date: September 3rd, 1998 09:32:15
From: Joe
e-mail: frostingart@juno.com
Subject: Re: 1998 ICES Convention
I was glad to see deloris at the convention this yr here in MN. I hope
most or all had a great time at the 1998 convention. I was one of the
show comittee person (food and it sorta my fault. many people did not
have tea . this was my 3rd convention and i forgot all the people from
england drank it instead of coffie) glad to know kansas will have
plenty.
I would like to hear from people on how the food was for our
convention. So I can put it in the final report. I am as now going by
word of mouth and hearsay by others. I need real input also. thank you
again and i will see ya next time at the convention.
Date: September 3rd, 1998 09:03:55
From: robin
e-mail:
Subject: looking for teacher
I live in the Northern Virginia area and I am interested in finding
someone to teach me the wedding cake biz. I am just starting out and
would love to "apprentice" maybe 3-4 weekends just to get a feel for it.
Would certainly be willing to pay for my "teacher"'s time. I
have taken classes, and I have been decorating for years, but I
can't find the intense, hands-on training I am looking for. Anyone
interested? Thanks, Robin
Date: September 3rd, 1998 09:48:22
From: Joe
e-mail: frostingart@juno.com
Subject: Re: Looking for ICES member feedback/ideas
Congrats on your new position. It looks like a tuff one. for the
publisity doing the internet is one, but for best publisity is too
offer other orgs. your time also(this goes to others also ) i worked
with a local padgent in my state. I donated several cakes for the after
party and they gave me business size space free. with that i used this
1998 convention for Mn ices show instead of my business name. it was
free advertisment to over 500 people. When i was working for another
event doing the stage I had too get supplys donated. I also was given
the ok for them to get a free business card space in replace of the
donation. wich i think ICES should do the same for there souvenior book.
when I had to get donation for the convintion this yrs vendors i had
nothing to offer them. a free space means a bigger group next yr.
you may also do what i am doing this yr with my local cake show.
i am sending a letter to all local bakerys and votechs for future
competiors. you may also think about taking out a small add in that
newpaper that is world wide not a local one. you will know the paper
when you see it usa today paper i think. well there you have it good
luck it is a hard job.
Date: September 5th, 1998 11:40:01
From: Joe
e-mail: frostingart@juno.com
Subject: Minnesota club/show scedual
Minnesota has a club called Frosting Artist cake club. We meet every
2nd wed of the month (7pm) at SWEET CELEBRATIONS in Maplewood MN. our
local club gets together too share our idea in ALL levels of cake
decorating/candy making. next year 1999 our club will host its 18th
annual cake show in Blaine MN Northtown Mall on OCT 23-24 this show
it will be a tropy/ribbons award show. Featuring 9 catagorys.
youth/juinor/beginner/intermidiate/advanced/sr.advanced/master/sr.master
and our new catagory bakery division(this is a spot where any local
or out of state decorater that works strickly in a bakery not out of
the home and can be sponcerd by there bakery.(these cakes will be judge
in a different style then other listed above.(sorta what bakery has the
best decorated cakes other then taste) for more information on when
and cost of show you mail e-mail me at frostingart@juno.com or send
a self addressed envelope to. FROSTING ARTIST CAKE CLUB
906 HASTINGS AVE #731 ST.PAUL PARK, MN 55071
and if you need a hotel listing please note that in the letter or
email thank you Joe Thielen club president
watch for our web page opening soon.
Date: September 5th, 1998 09:31:28
From: diane
e-mail: shavkin@aol.com
Subject: Re: Re: IOWA classes
Mindy:
I do not have any e-mail addresses of anyone in Iowa, but I do have phone numbers. Just e-mail me, and I will give you that information: shavkin@aol.com
Diane Shavkin
Date: September 5th, 1998 09:29:16
From: diane
e-mail: shavkin@aol.com
Subject: Re: looking for teacher
Robin:
Contact PwdSugar, Dolores' partner on her cake chat in the kitchen at 9-10 pm on Thursdays. PwdSugar is Earlene Moore of Texas who did an article in four parts on this exact subject that you want to learn more about in the American Cake Decorating magazine.
Also: Dolores has wonderful information in her cake chats about this subject, just contact Dolores.
PwdSugar@aol.com
Good luck!
Diane Shavkin
Date: September 7th, 1998 07:20:31
From: diane
e-mail: shavkin@aol.com
Subject: Re: cake clubs in Detroit?
Joan:
Contact: Jeannie Babbitt (babbitt@unnet.com). She's the Michigan 2000 ICES Convention Co-Show Chairman.
Diane
Date: September 7th, 1998 07:12:10
From: diane
e-mail: shavkin@aol.com
Subject: Re: cake clubs in Chicago
Carrie:
Contact: Mary Gavenda, ICES Vice President, MGsoffice@aol.com
Diane
Date: September 7th, 1998 05:40:44
From: Joan
e-mail: terha@gwl.com
Subject: cake clubs in Detroit?
Hi everyone,
I'm new to the Detroit area; Walled Lake. Are there any cake clubs in the area or any decorators close by?
Date: September 7th, 1998 05:12:43
From: Carrie
e-mail: cseliger@aol.com
Subject: cake clubs in Chicago
Can anyone tell me if there are any cake clubs in the Chicago area?
I'm relatively new to this and would love to share ideas/experience
with the wiser ones,
Thanks!
Date: September 9th, 1998 08:21:53
From: robin
e-mail:
Subject: thanks Kim
Thanks for the reply! I just joined CASANoVa last month; I am planning
on trying to make the next meeting. congrats on your election btw!
Robin
Date: September 10th, 1998 12:59:50
From: Carolyn
e-mail: Bridal1
Subject: Day of Sharing Newsletter for Missouri
By now you should have received your Missouri Day of Sharing Invitation newsletter if you are on the membership list. If you aren't and would like to come, I think there is still room and time to get your registration in. It is in Columbia, Missouri September 27 and 28. If you need more information, please e-mail me and I will put you in contact with the ones in charge of it for that weekend. Lots of demos by several from out of state - Geraldine Randlesome of Canada, Elizabeth Frys of Texas and a couple of gals from Wisconsin whose names I don't remember plus demos from some of our talented Missouri decorators.
My e-mail is: Bridal1@AOL.Com
We would also welcome any out of state cake decorators who would like to join us!!
Date: September 9th, 1998 07:57:32
From: Kim Fess
e-mail: kimfess@aol.com
Subject: Re: looking for teacher
Robin, we've got lots of great teachers in the northern Virginia area.
I'd suggest that you post your request on the CASANoVa (Cake and Sugar
Artists of Northern Virginia) message board. CASANoVa's web address
is: www.wizard.net/~casanova/ Also, look on the web site for
information about our meetings that are held in Annandale. We always
have great demonstrations, and there are lots of opportunities for
networking with other cake decorators. We'd love to have you join us.
Another cake club in the area is the Greater Washington Area Cake Club
(GWACC). It meets right over the Woodrow Wilson Bridge in Clinton, MD,
adjacent to Andrews Air Force Base. A lot of CASANoVa members also go
to GWACC. Our next meeting is next Monday, September 14 at 7 p.m. If
you would like more information about that meeting--and perhaps I could
offer or find you a ride--just send me an e-mail.
Date: September 11th, 1998 06:01:26
From: Sam P.
e-mail: sparsley@ipa.net
Subject: Clubs in Arkansas
Does anyone know of a Cake decorating club in Arkansas?
Or even close to. Please Email me at sparsley@ipa.net
Thank you,
Sam P.
Date: September 11th, 1998 06:14:39
From: Sam P.
e-mail: sparsley@ipa.net
Subject: Re: Day of Sharing Newsletter for Missouri
Please tell me more about the day of sharing who do I contact and will
there be mini classes avaible? Do you know of any taking place in
Arkansas. Thank you,
Sam P. Sparsley@ipa.net
Date: September 11th, 1998 06:09:24
From: Sam P.
e-mail: sparsley@ipa.net
Subject: classes wanted
Does anyone know of any classes in or around the Arkansas area?
Texas,Memphis, any where near Arkansas! I have taken Wilton courses
before but I want more tranning. Please let me know of any place or
someone to contact for classes. I would even fly for a weekend
somewhere if I had to. Thank you for your help, Sam P.
Email address: sparsley@ipa.net
Date: September 11th, 1998 05:56:50
From: Sam Parsley
e-mail: sparsley@ipa.net
Subject: Teacher Wanted/Trip
LOOKING FOR A TEACHER-WILL FLY YOU TO ME IF NEEDED!!!!
I live in the Little Rock,Arkansas area and am looking for a teacher
that will give me cake decorating lessons. I have taken courses but
would like one on one tranning. Need to learn about flowers,color
flow,Wedding cakes etc. If you are interested please email me at
sparsley@ipa.net Would take care of your tickets(if you live out of
state) and all accomidations. And a fee for your time. I have a web
site, and if you would like to view it: www.cakesbysam.com
I would have to see some of your work.
Thank you,
Sam P.
sparsley@ipa.net
Date: September 11th, 1998 05:34:35
From: LisaF
e-mail: lfleeman@mail.stlnet.com
Subject: ICES Newsletter
I'm a new ICES member and was wondering what time of the month does the
newsletters come out? With this being Sept./Oct. issue when will it
come out?
Thanks
Date: September 11th, 1998 01:37:43
From: Dawn in Tx
e-mail: Acred_Family@IntegrityOnline6.com
Subject: Cake Clubs in the Austin, Texas Area ??
Extremely new to the cake decorating business and was wondering if there are any local clubs in the Austin, Texas area ?
Date: September 11th, 1998 01:34:39
From: Dawn in Tx
e-mail: Acred_Family@IntegrityOnline6.com
Subject: Re: Houston, Texas Day of Sharing
Can you please tell me what "A Day of Sharing" is all about ?
We don't live that far from Sugarland and I am very new (since 9/1) to the decorating business and read that those were good things to attend.
hanks Alot...Dawn in Austin, Texas
Date: September 12th, 1998 11:37:25
From: Linda Shearman
e-mail: RDShearman@aol.com
Subject: Cake Clubs
Does anyone out there know of a cake club in the Wichita Falls, Tx. area? Even if it were 40 or 50 miles no, so., east or west I believe I could manage to go once aweek. Let me know if anyone knows of one Thanks alot. Linda RDShearman@aol.com