New Papemelroti Products: Sept. 2009

• 2010 Wall Calendars Now Available #7004-24 and -25 Live Life to the Full Calendar with inspirational quotes to get you going and #7004-26 and -27 The 2010 Good Ideas Calendar with a lot of practical tips for the themes for each month of the year.  Size 10″ x 12″, 300g.  Full Color: P49 / $1.40, Blank Ink Print: P39.75 / $1.14 View
• Pencil Pads come in new designs!  They’re so handy with all original Papemelroti designs.  These are ideal giveaways for Christmas!  #215-350-1 Very Important Person, -2 Floral (blank), -3 Jeepney, -4 All Things are Possible, -5 We may not have it, -6 You are God’s materpiece. Made of recycled paper. P24 / $0.69.
• Papemelroti Paperdoll comes ready to cut with clothes, shoes and things. Includes 2 sheets and a pair of scissors.  P49 / $1.40
• Square Letters with holes for stringing as a bracelet or to add onto to scrapbook covers and decor.  Made of durable resin. P8 / $0.23 each.  Twine costs P2 / $0.06 per yard.
• More products at our shops!  Click here to order or inquire.
  

Join our Scrap Pack Contest

Calling all Scrapbooking lovers!  We’ve got a pack for you with an assortment of goodies for your latest scrapbook project.  Even if you’re not an enthusiast, it’s time to learn so you can preserve your precious memories in a unique way.  Click here to get the chance to win

Be Our Facebook Friend

Papemelroti is now on Facebook, one of the most popular social networking sites today.  You can sign up as a fan or as a friend.  Click here

Our Thanks to Teachers

If you can read this, chances are, you’ve been taught by a teacher.

Here are some ways to appreciate (and maybe encourage) the teachers you meet and know:

1. Give an apple. Long ago during the American pioneers, there were no gift shops or malls where people could buy gifts so they gave apples to their teachers.  It’s also a way of wishing someone good health due to the age-old adage “An apple a day keeps the doctor away”.
2. Write a letter or note of thanks detailing how he or she has helped you or your child.  It will surely inspire them to be even better teachers!  Send a copy of the letter to the school administrator.  Post your favorite teacher’s accomplishments on websites and blogs to honor him or her.
3. Help a teacher by decorating their homeroom or by brightening up or cleaning up their office!
4. Plan a surprise party for your teachers!  Have them relax and destress after a hard day at work!  Instead of them organizing what the children will do, pack their afternoon with fun games and activities!
5. Honor these extraordinary and exemplary teachers! Using colored seeds, Mr. Benjamin Martinez made mosaic paintings and taught this skill to help many indigent students.  Mrs. Lourdes Matan of Calbayog City, despite their school’s lacking resources, made her own learning materials that were later adapted by the other schools in their city.  Mrs. Gemma Cortez launched an environment program that made their barangay one of the cleanest in Cavite.  They are only some of this year’s Outstanding Teachers Awardees, a search conducted by Metrobank foundation.  Click here to read more stories

The “Bayanihan” Spirit of the Filipinos

The Philippines is on the road to repair as the floodwaters have just gone down, after being unexpectedly ravaged by typhoon Ondoy.

In these moments, we hear so many stories of courage and heroism.  Truly the Filipino “bayanihan” spirit (generosity) has not been watered down as Rescue Drop-off centers burst with volunteers and donations amounting to millions.

We wish to thank those who contributed through our branches throughout Metro Manila.  These will be given to GMA Foundation, Montalban areas (through He Cares foundation), and other Metro Manila areas (through Tahanan ng Panginoon)  At present, donations for relief goods (no cash or perishables) are still accepted.

You can still help: We are still urging everyone to join forces in doing what we can, where we are with what we have for the victims of Typhoon Ondoy.  Donations for relief goods (no cash or perishables) are still accepted at all our branches.

PAWS (Philippine Animal Welfare Society) opened its doors for homeless cats and dogs that were affected by typhoon Ondoy.  They need donations of petfood or shelters with roof.  Let’s do our share!

2009 Grandparents’ e-Newsletter

New Page 1Dear Friend,

Grandparents sort of sprinkle stardust over the lives of little children. - Alex Haley

Life moves too fast sometimes.  Before you know it, the year has passed and you hardly spent time with your grandparents!
One special grandmother was treated not so long ago with a “miniature party”.  She liked collecting miniatures and had a whole cabinet of them.  To surprise her, the family opened up her dollhouse and decorated the rooms with balloons, a cake and even miniature greeting cards all over!
Then they blindfolded her and led her to the cabinet to see the little party going on!  This was such a meaningful and unique way of celebrating who she was to them… I should know, she’s my mother!
This year, what would surprise the grandparent in your life?

Happy Grandparent’s Day on September 13th!
Christina
e-Newsletter EditorIn this issue

Grandparent Treats
Good Deed to Do
Join our Book & Notebook Contest
Congratulations to the Winner
Shop Updates
Events to Join!
Papemelroti Updates
Books for Less Updates
Reseller’s Corner
New Papemelroti Products

Grandparent Treats
Here are some fun ideas to make your Lolo or Lola feel loved!

1. The best gift you can give them is quality time.  Whether it is shopping with Lola or chess with Lolo it will surely make their heart glad!  To make the day more special, cook their favorite dish!
2. A scrapbook with their favorite memories would be a wonderful gift.  Gather letters and e-mails from family and friends (a page per person) and decorate it with their pictures, magazine cutouts or drawings.  Have them write their fondest memories with your grandparent.  Poems, prayers, wishes, stories, inspirational sayings and jokes are also nice entries.  Start this early and give a deadline to everyone so it can be finished by Grandparent’s Day!  From the little children, have them draw their grandparent instead.  Click here for some hints
3. Record a lot of greetings for your grandparents (even from total strangers)!  Record it on a CD for them to hear over and over again!
4. Make a Keepsake Prayer Box where you collect prayers from everyone and present it to your grandparents!  Click here
5. Give Lolo and Lolo their own website!  Easy to use interfaces are on Multiply, Blogspot or Facebook.  They will be able to connect with other seniors and share their wisdom with the world.  They can also log on to http://www.grandparents.com/ for lots of ideas on grandparenting!
6. Make a story of your grandfolks life!  Dramatize it using a video camera and upload it on YouTube!  You can also cartoonize it using a free service online.
7. “Fancify” a portrait of your Lolo or Lola?  Make an old photograph of theirs into retro style and frame it!  Use this neat site You can also ask an art student to do it for you for a minimal charge.  You can also use some black paper and cut out a silhouette.  Instructions here

Good Deed to Do
We at Papemelroti are involved in serving the Quezon City Jail ministry.  We would like to ask for volunteers and donations in kind (merienda like cookies, juice, shirts, pants, bibles) for the prisoners.  For more information, simply send us an e-mail at info@papemelroti(dot)com.
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Join our Book & Notebooks Contest
Have you ever dreamed of having your own business?  Well then now’s the time to learn from 55 inspiring stories of women entrepreneurs!  Find out their secrets and get inspired all the more!
Like the Papemelroti notebook designs you see in the shops?  We want to give you some!  Just by linking to our contest and visiting our Glorietta shop, you can claim your free notebook!
Click here to learn how to win this book and notebook

Congratulations to the Winner of our Shiny Shinies Contest!
From Fairywinkle, our fortunate winner from New Jersey, USA!  “I love Papemelroti! It’s an early birthday gift for me that will surely become one of my favorite jewelry pieces!   Thank you soooo much!”
She won a one-of-a-kind necklace with a rectangular fish and flower accent - a collage design depicting a play of land and sea.  Added are heart, emerald, wreathe and fish beads all strung on a faux silver chain.  We already mailed this piece to Fairywinkle!

Events to Join!
- Sept. to Oct. Marriage and Parenting CeFaM workshops!  Call 4264289-92 for schedules or click here
- Sept. 4 (1st Friday) - Waste Trade Market at Paseo de Magallanes (South Superhighway)
- Sept. 4 to 27 N.O.A.H. (No Ordinary Aquatic Habitat) Musical by Trumpets at the Meralco Theatre.  You are part of the ark!  Only 20 “ark” seats for every show.  Tickets: P350 e-mail for more info
- Sept. 4-5 (first Fri-Sat) - SM Trash to Cash, 8 AM to 2 PM at all SM Supermalls
- Sept. 11 (2nd Friday) - Waste Trade Market Goldcrest Parking Lot at Glorietta
- Sept. 12 (Sat) - Volunteering can be fun!  Join the orientation (with fun art workshop) for ATD (All Together in Dignity) and let’s help eradicate extreme poverty!  call us at 563.9312 or email atdmnl@pldtdsl.net or visit http://atdphilippines.blogspot.com/
- Sept. 19 (Sat) - Pathway Choices Seminar.  The choices your make today will determine your tomorrow!  2-4 PM, Cradle of Joy Learning Center #14-A 11th Jamboree St., Kamuning QC.  Reply to this e-newsletter for more info.
- Sept. 18 (3rd Friday) - Alabang Town Center (parking lot in front of St. Jerome’s Parish), Alabang-Zapote Road
- Sept. 25 (4th Friday) - Waste Trade Market at the Trinoma Parking Lot
- October 18 (Sun) - IT’s All for Mother Earth, An Eco-Fair to Remember Fundraiser/ Bazaar/ Talk at 9:00am - 4:00pm at St. Pedro Poveda College, EDSA, Quezon City (in front of Robinsons Galleria)

Papemelroti Updates
- Educational tours are now being conducted at Papemelroti via the Teatro Lakbay, an educational tour company.  The story of Papemelroti is dramatized to students in a fun way!  For interested schools, click here.

- Our SM Fairview branch in under renovation to serve you better!  Starting Sept. 1, 2009.

- The Sweet Life TV show guests Robert Alejandro, one of our Graphic Designers while doing a demo at Trinoma Mall.

- Papemelroti’s Patricia Paterno is giving a talk on Integrating Christian Values in the Marketplace with various speakers on Sept. 17 at Hotel Intercontinental, Makati City.  The theme of the conference is LINKS: Responding to the Challenges of Today.

Reseller’s Corner:

The BER month is here!
The time is just right for stocking up on Christmas items now!  The best sellers are always the calendars and planners whether for the wall or desk!  Click here to see the coming designs!

Need corporate giveaways?  Now is the time to look around and offer to your buyers and do the ordering!   If you want to have products made from resin, it takes 2 months to make a new mold so order now and pick up later!  Click here for corporate giveaways

Join the Resellers Multiply Community online!
at http://pape4resellers.multiply.com.

*Order your Teacher’s Day items now!

Want to try being a reseller?  Click here for more information

New Papemelroti Products!

• #21-144 Weekdays Magnet Board with Sunday to Monday button magnets for every day of the week!  Remind yourself of deadlines, events or birthdays by jotting down notes for each day!  Whitewashed board matches any room.  Convenient and practical!  Size 10″ x 12″, 300g.  P369 / $10.55. View
• #280 Blank Frames for Projects and Scrapbooks are made of paper but look like wood!   #280-11 (Size 7.5″ x 6″, 30g) - P16 / $0.46, #280-9 (Size 4 7/8″ x 3 7/16″, 20g - P10 / $0.29, #280-10 (Size 2.125″ x 2 7/8″, 10g) - P7 / $0.20 each.
• #131-2293 Native Floral Arrangements in 3 complementary designs.  Tall and modern in style.  P129 / $3.69
• #1067-1 God Bless Our Home Wall Clock in a larger size.  Size 15″ x 7.5″, 280g.  P698 / $19.95.
• #274-27 Jute Boxes are handmade from natural materials.  These are perfect for storage of small keepsakes. Size 2″ x 4.25″ x 4.25″, 110g.  P95 / $2.72.  Also available are Basketweave Boxes #274-34 Size 4.75″ x 7 5/8″ x 4 5/8″, 270g - P129 / 3.69.  #274-33 Size 5.25″ x 5.25″ x 5.125″, 230g - P95 / $2.75. #274-45 Size 3.75″ x 4 3/8″ x 4 3/8″, 40g - P69 / $1.98 each.
• #274-41 Banig Basketweave Scrapnotelets are handy and useful gifts.  Size 4 5/8″ x 4 5/8″ x 3/4″, 110g P49 / $1.40 each.  Also available are Jute Scrapnotelets in 2 sizes: #274-39 Size 3 5/8″ x 3 5/8″ x 3/4″, 70g - P32 / $0.92.  #274-40 Size 4.5″ x 3 7/8″ x 5/8″, 85g - P49 / $1.40.
• #245-7 Dragonfly Hook made of metal, handpainted in black.  P49 / $1.40.

More products at the stores!  Click here to order or inquire.

2009 Affirmations e-Newsletter

Dear Friend,

You are God’s Masterpiece!

When you look into the mirror each day, do you see a work of art or do you get frustrated at the increasing strands of white hair peeping out?

Everywhere we are surrounded by impossible standards of beauty and perfection that we naturally try to recreate it in our mortal beings.

Why not try a new approach?  See yourself as a uniquely fashioned masterpiece and identify your special features.  Affirm and remind yourself that you were created for a purpose that only you can fulfill in this world!  How marvelous can that be?

“We are God’s workmanship, created in Christ Jesus to do good works which God prepared in advance for us to do.” ~Ephesians 2:10

 
Christina
e-Newsletter Editor
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In this issue

Papemelroti Updates
Affirmations
Time to Do Some Good
Taking Good Care of You
Waste Trade Markets
Good Events to Join
Win a Shiny Shinies Necklace
Congratulations to the Winner!
Books for Less Updates
Reseller’s Corner
New Papemelroti Products
 
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Affirmations!
What exactly are affirmations? 

These are positive thoughts that we pull out when we are feeling down and discouraged.  These are words of inspiration and hope that we use to battle negative self-talk that sometimes comes into our mind depending on the situation we are confronting.

For example, when challenged, one might say “I’ll never make it!”
An affirmation for this could be “I can do all things”(Phil 4:13)

A good idea would be to collect affirmations that you find helpful and post it on your mirror or refrigerator.  If you read it often enough, it will transform your mind and empower you to be the best you can be!
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Time to Affirm Others

We at Papemelroti have been able to witness hopes growing and lives changing through the Quezon City Jail Ministry…

Many of those incarcerated are still waiting for their day in court and have not even been handed a guilty sentence!

Would you like to help?  If you can donate clothes for men it will help them feel the random kindness of strangers.  They need decent shirts they can use to go to their court hearings.

All donations are accepted at all Papemelroti outlets.  Please label: Prison Ministry c/o Meldy.  Thank you! 

…whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers of mine, you did for me.’ - Matthew 25:40

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Taking Good Care of Yourself

• In today’s busy world, it’s easy to just get caught up in your regular routine, unaware of ordinary things we do that can cause harm to our well-being.  Take the time to take good care of you!
• Personal Time is important.  Take at least half an hour to be alone in a restful atmosphere and recharge.  Do some thanksgiving prayers and do some journaling.
• Overtime at the office?  Store some whole-wheat bread, fruits and nuts to keep your body energized.  Forget the junkfood and softdrinks as they usually contain too much salt or sugar.  Of course drink lots and lots of water! 
• Talcum powder has been a common household item for years but did you know that some studies link inhaling talc to serious illness?  Be sure to check that it doesn’t contain asbestos.  A healthier alternative is cornstarch-based powders or use mineral makeup instead.
• What if you overindulged on unhealthy food?  Counter it by drinking some green tea!  The benefits are from head to foot!
• Can’t quit smoking?  Try the classic and mint flavored alternative herb “cigarettes” sold at health stalls like Carica.  We hope it helps you quit this destructive habit and live a healthier happier lifestyle. 
• As much as possible, choose local organic products rather than products packed with chemicals.  Your body works overtime to protect itself when it is periodically loaded with substances like Sodium Laureth Sulfate.  Good local brands to try are Milea www.allorganics.com.ph and Human Nature http://www.humanheartnature.com/ which is affiliated to Gawad Kalinga (gives livelihood to underprivileged Filipinos).

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Good Events to Join!

• July 10 (Friday) - Come appreciate the beauty and uniqueness of our Philippine Birds at the first ever exhibit of the Wild Bird Club of the Philippiners at the National Museum starting 6 PM.  The exhibit runs for a whole month.  To help further the cause for environment conservation click to www.birdwatch.ph
• July 11 (2nd Saturday) - Waste Trade Market!  Lose your trash, earn some money and even save the Earth!  At Bonifacio High Street (vacant lot in front of R.O.X. Building)
• July 17 (3rd Friday) - Waste Trade Market!  Alabang Town Center (parking lot infront of St. Jerome’s Parish)
• July 20 (Monday) - This July, we want to present to you a choice. It’s a pretty small choice to decide to invest some time listening to stories of good choices that various people have made. We want to warn you though that this small choice can result to something big and wonderful.  Come join us at Pathways: a series of talks and discussion groups on issues pertaining to our spiritual growth and formation.  It’s at 7:30 PM at Arnold Janssen Hall, Christ the King, E. Rodriguez Ave., QC.  For inquiries, contact Gerric Gomez (09178552305), Mike Lagazon ( 09209134482), Ronald Misa (09189198684).
• July 24 (4th Friday) - Waste Trade Market! Trinoma (open car park)
• August 28-30 (Fri-Sun) - Life Directions 78: a 3-day live-in, interactive retreat for young professionals facilitated by Fr. Ted Gonzales, SJ.  For inquiries, e-mail LDsecretariat@gmail.com or contact 0917-8808288.

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Congratulations!
Frances Michelle Pascual of Paranaque who won our Summer Set online contest!  She was picked randomly among 75 other contestants!

To all of you who joined, we hope you had fun!  We thank you and invite you to join again!Win a Shiny Shinies Necklace! 

From anywhere in the world, you can win our one-of-a-kind shiny shinies necklace!  It’s a totally treat for the one-of-a-kind YOU!  Click to www.papemelroti.com/contests.htm to get a chance!

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Reseller’s Corner:
Featured Rookie Distributor!

Meet Lourdes Charisse Laco, our newest distributor from Canada!  She has been “into” Papemelroti since 1989. Thus, making it 20 years since!

We were so honored to find out that admittedly, she, along with her mom and sister are fans of Papemelroti.  She says, “There never was a dull moment whenever I go into one of your stores. If there is no time pressure, it usually takes me 30 minutes  - 1 hour just to  make a selection because of all the beautiful pieces. Therefore, believing in the products made me decide to resell the items.”

Moreover, she says, “Canada is a big advocate of recycling. However, there’s not much recycled paper products such as Papemelroti’s that are available in the market.  Thus, introducing the uniqueness of the items is a big plus. It’s a very promising venture.”

Taking it slowly but surely during unpredictable times, she plans to distribute to Filipino Stores, novelty shops and join bazaars / flea markets in Edmonton, Alberta areas.

If you’re in Canada, just email charisselaco@yahoo.com to get the latest items from Papemelroti!


Great Shipping Deals Available!

Now we have better services for our resellers!
Want to pay for the product shipping costs when it arrives?  Want the costs cut in half?

We may be able to do this for you!  Contact us today and ask us if we can provide a lesser costing freight charge for your area.  (Sorry this offer is not applicable for remote areas)

Don’t forget to share what you’ve learned in the retail business! 

Join the Resellers Multiply Community online
at http://pape4resellers.multiply.com. 

*Order your Teacher’s Day items now!

Want to try being a reseller?  Click here for more information

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New Papemelroti Products!

• New Jewelry Pieces in one-of-a-kind designs!  Purchase these unique pieces by clicking here
• SnapCat & Dog are magnetic paper holders that keep your notes and reminders in such a creative way!  Remind and inspire yourself with these adorable figurines!  The animal’s front and back parts snap together due to an embedded magnet.  Made of durable resin.  Size 2″ height x 1.75″ x 2.75″, 60g.  #1-1486 Dog and #1-1487 Cat are priced at only P69 / $1.98 each.
• New Eyeglass Holders are now available!  See our clown, lion, Mr. and Mrs. Egg.  Collect them all!
• Mismo Boardgame by Filipinos for Filipinos!  It’s very simple to play!  We can guarrantee you this - Nobody’s wrong. Everybody’s right — and that’s exactly the recipe for wholesome mayhem.)  You’ll also find in Mismo! a fantastic platform to rediscover and reaffirm all the little things — people, places, events, concepts — that define the whole Philippine adventure.  Mismo is on an introductory sale for only P1777 / $51 only until July 31, 2009!  After this month, the price will be P1975 / $56.50 each.
• Wooden Corkboards, large and small with whitewashed look for a nice, clean look.
• Bookmark Bracelets are a great gift for your friends.  They are versatile and trendy too!
• #215-345-3 Collage Booklet Journal with other various designs that match our products.  Each booklet has 300 sheets!  The booklet is garterized to keep the cover secure.  P95 / $2.72

Win a Shiny Shinies Necklace!

From anywhere in the world, you can win our one of a kind shiny shinies necklace!

This unique design was made by Papemelroti artist Meldy, the designer behind all the wonderful jewelry creations seen at the shops!

Each woman is like a precious diadem in the hand of the Creator and to honor the lucky winner, we offer this one of a kind piece!

The rectangular accent has a fish and flower collage design depicting a play of land and sea.

Added are heart, emerald, wreathe and fish beads all strung on a faux silver chain.

This is an interesting mix of materials that you can match with practically any outfit!

How To Win: Click to this page and find out now!
http://www.papemelroti.com/contests.htm

The contest is open to everyone (even those not residing in the Philippines).

Deadline for entries is on 10:30 AM, August 8, 2009 so hurry!

New Papemelroti Products

#213-47 Mother You Shoe Are Special Shoebag in bright orange and black print.  Made of Polymat non-woven bags which are thin and lightweight. Size 16″ x 11″,30g.  P65 / $1.86 view

Tiny Filipiniana Figurines made of durable resin. #1-1469 Munting Filipino is carrying a real parasol to sheild the ladies from the sun.  Size 2 3/8″ x 1 3/8″ x 1 1/8″, 30g - P49 / $1.40 each.  #1-1468 Munting Tindera is selling products for passersbys.  Size 2 3/8″ x 1.5″ x 1.25″, 40g.  P59 / $1.69 each.  #1-1473 Munting Kasal is a Filipiniana Wedding Couple with base you can hand-letter for personalizing.  Size 2 7/8″ x 1.5″ x 1″, 40g. P69 / $1.98 each.
Dinosaur Shadow Puppets is an activity you can do with children.  It’s an inexpensive way to stimulate creativity and imagination.  Comes with a flashlight and 2 AA Batteries.  12″ x 8.5″ sheet, 80g. P79 / $2.26 each.
Baby in Crib Figurine is an adorable collector’s item.  Ideal as a keepsake token for guests at a christening.  Made of durable resin.  Size 20 1/8″ x 1.75″ x 2.25:, 50g.  P79 / $2.26.
#276-1 NeGOsyo Book entitled “Go Negosyo: Joey Concepcion’s 55 Inspiring Stories of Women Entrepreneurs.” Learn from established women-preneurs who were able to overcome challenges and manage successful and lucrative business ventures.  237 pages.
P280 / $8 each
New Designs: Full Color Posters made of 100% recycled paper.
New Designs: Big Full Colored Bookmarks made of 100% recycled paper. view
See more products on our Mother’s Day page online view
More products at the stores! Click here to order or inquire.

20 Benefits of Being a Papemelroti Distributor

You’re the boss of your own business!
Only P1,000 starting capital
Free advertising in our website
Unique and original product designs (found nowhere else in the world!)
New products available every month
Personalize-able items for special events
Store space is not required, you can sell person to person to reduce overhead costs
We ship worldwide
We help grow your business by providing know-how & customer service
Chat with our e-business staff online
Click here to see the rest of the list!!!