First full day of convention

Thursday: first full day
We got up really early this morning in order to meet and get a seat. It was crowded when we got there. I have no idea how early these people get up, but we were there a half hour early and still sat on the side. They gave us several cool sneak peeks, which was really cool. They showed us some new decor elements which match some of stamp sets. Guess what - some have color and are so cool. Here is a sneak peek at some. They are also coming out with some holiday ones (halloween, thanksgiving and Christmas) and showed us some holiday ideas to use them with. Possible gift ideas for some of you. So cute. They also had some baby ones too. Different sets will come in different colors. They are coming out this fall by the way.

They also announced a few future happenings - a huge display in a magazine later with a special bundle. I'll have to share more about that later and it looks cool too. They are also suppose to announce something new tomorrow and we can't wait to hear what it is.
We had a large group session as well as three classes. One being a make and take session. The projects are so cute. Today we decorated a bag, 2 cards and a scrap page. I'll have to take pictures soon. By the way, sorry it took me so long to get these pics up. I didn't have my adapter and had to stop by Walmart to get one. So finally I can post some items.

Here is a picture of the gals that we knew were coming from Louisville. There could have been more, this is just what we knew. They are a fun bunch and very nice. Everyone got matching shirts that were a hit. On the back they listed the price of things (i.e. hotel $xxx, flight $, registration, etc. (it listed prices - I just can't remember this late) and then said being the first in the country to see the new Stampin Up catalog - priceless. Everyone kept taking pictures of them. It was too funny.

After seeing a ton of samples and sitting most of the day and getting inspired by all the cool demonstations, we ended up eating in the hotel, took our trip to Walmart and then went to see the Mormon Tabernacle choir rehearse. They were really good to hear. The grounds were pretty too. Here are some pictures of that too. (The temple in the daytime, at night and then the choir.)
Well that's about it for now. I have to get up early tomorrow and it's late. Hope you all are doing great. Talk to you soon.