Bummed

[Former_Member]

Well, totally bummed. I had to turn down a possible feature in Woman's Day magazine. Etsy contacted me and wanted me to produce multiples of my raindrop banner. Since I can't find that paper anywhere, I had to say no. So discouraged, I will never know what would have become of that.

Has anyone else ever had to turn down a great opportunity?

[Former_Member]

Oh no Jenni! I'm feel bad for you. Keep going, and I'm sure you'll get another shot!

[Former_Member]

I know. I have to wallow in sadness for a bit.

[Former_Member]

What about a similar paper/design?

[JLMPHOTOGRAPHS]

Oh no! Bummer!

Could you suggest a different banner, one you could get more paper in?

[Former_Member]

They want that paper. I had two days to have it to them. It's not enough time to order anything else, then make it, and then send it. I think it was going to be part of a "rain" theme since they wanted it for March. I know magazine issues come out a month in advance, so that would fit April Showers.

[PiecesOfMePaperCraft]

Oh man, that stinks! I just did a google search (I was hoping for a miracle) but it appears it's discontinued. It didn't even come up on ebay. :(

[Former_Member]

Could you ask the Etsy admin that contacted you for an extension siting that you will need to order the paper? Maybe they will extend the deadline.

[Former_Member]

I'm convoing you. I may have found a source.

[Former_Member]

Judy,
Thanks. I searched high and low yesterday. I sent messages and emails, even to the company. I either didn't get any responses or people saying they don't carry it anymore.

[Former_Member]

Pamela!

[Former_Member]

I'm a glass-is-half-full gal (I know annoying as heck) but shoot fire, how awesome to have your work recognized and appreciated! I just know you'll rebound from this missed opportunity with even more wonderful offers. Please be sure to update us when it happens! *hugs*

[Former_Member]

Thanks.
I'm still trying to get this site figured out that Pamela found. It's not English.

[Former_Member]

Does anyone recognize this language?
http://www.pipilonia.at/Hello-Sunshine-Jovial-kraft
I'm curious, how much this costs, and even more importantly...is it in stock?

[WintergreenDesign]

Here is a link...

http://www.bluemoonscrapbooking.com/SPD/92-35398---7656645479610023679.jsp

[Former_Member]

Christa,
I saw that one yesterday. After you try to buy it, it says no longer in stock. I ran in to the problem with several sites.
Thanks!

[Former_Member]

The other site is German, the most it will let me order is 9 sheets.

[Former_Member]

I wonder whether there is a German Team that could help you out?

[EleanorsVintage]

The German site (Pipilonia) says it's immediately available, but how long would shipping take? Let me know if you need any language help!

[Former_Member]

I emailed the company asking if I can order more than the site is allowing. I will wait, even though it would be past the deadline I was given from Etsy.

[Former_Member]

Claudia,
I will convo you.

[Former_Member]

I plugged it into google translate for you. http://translate.google.com/translate?sl=auto&tl=en&js=n&prev=_t&hl=en&ie=UTF-8&eotf=1&u=http%3A%2F%...

You said it would only let you get 9 sheets. Is that because that's all they have or because they set a limit? You could place more than one order or have a friend order it for you.

They sure didn't give you much time! How do they expect anyone to make something and get it shipped to them within two days?

[Former_Member]

Edee,
That's a great idea. All they wanted me to ship was the one I have made and have the rest, an unknown amount, ready by March. I just worry I will get the feature and come to a dead end with the paper. It's out of stock on most sites. I emailed the company asking for more.

[Former_Member]

oh wow edee! i never knew you could translate the entire site. off to mess around.

[Former_Member]

Did you see these already? I searched "hello sunshine jovial"
http://www.funkyfarmscrapbookbarn.co.uk/catalog/hello-sunshine-jovial-kraft-p-3594.html
http://www.emmaspaperie.com/product_p/paperac35398.htm
http://www.stempelmeer.de/en/Scrapbooking/Designpapiere/Hello-Sunshine-Jovial-Kraft-Finish.html