Mouse Chat
11/11/2005                  No. V111

Thank you!

I would like to thank everyone who helped make the first year of the Society of Wee Forest Folk Collectors a huge success. To the members that had a belief in something new for Wee Forest Folk collecting, to the Directors whose effort and ideas laid the foundation for the future of the SWFFC, and to the helpers at the Socials for their tireless and timely efforts in making the Socials run smoothly.

Thank you!

2006 SWFFC Mouse Social

The 2006 SWFFC Mouse Social is set. We will sail from the port of Miami, Florida on the afternoon of February 24th on board Carnival Cruise Lines Fascination, bound for Nassau, Bahamas. We will return to Miami on the morning of February 27th.
This event will have many opportunities for socializing, vacationing, and of course mousing. Some of the events will be a scavenger hunt, RC car races (a big favorite last year), an artistic competition for everyone using materials provided, puzzling contest, plus several games for WFF prizes. The specifics will be announced later.

Cruise Package:            $398.00
Includes 4day/3night cruise on Carnival's Fascination, outside cabin per person (double occupancy), all meals and open dining all day, on-board activities and shows, port charges. Shore excursions, gratuities, vacation insurance, and liquor extra.
Passports Required (See http://travel.state.gov/passport/passport_1738.html for more information.)

Option 1:
WFF Ship's Package:    $395.00
Special Molly's Choice, Mousey's Bunny Slippers, Puzzled, plus the Special Attendee piece, participate in all SWFFC Mouse Social activities, Mouse Social attendance pin, vote on contests, and door prizes.

Molly's Choice Bunny Slippers Puzzled

Option 2:
WFF Shore Package:    $395.00
Special Shelly, Sun Snoozer, Ahoy, plus the Special Attendee piece, participate in all SWFFC Mouse Social activities, Mouse Social attendance pin, vote on contests, and door prizes.

Shelly Sun Snoozer Ahoy

Option 3:
WFF Grand Package:    $695.00
Special Molly's Choice, Mousey's Bunny Slippers, Puzzled, Shelly, Sun Snoozer, Ahoy, plus the Special Attendee piece, participate in all SWFFC Mouse Social activities, Mouse Social attendance pin, vote on contests, and door prizes.

Special Attendee piece: The Captain

Option 4:
Companion Package:    $100.00
Allows for companion to participate in all SWFFC Mouse Social activities, vote on contests, and win door prizes. This package does NOT include any Mouse Social WFF pieces.

Payment
Carnival Cruise Lines Cancellation policy applies. Name changes are NOT allowed once the cruise is booked. These are Carnival Cruise Lines policies, not SWFFC.
Cruise package deposit of $150 per person is due now. The balance is due prior to December 26th. Please remember that passports are required for the cruise. You will be asked to provide a copy of your passport, emergency contacts, plus other information with you final payment.
For those arriving and/or departing on other than the cruise dates, we will make arrangements for SWFFC special rates with a hotel near the airport and cruise port. Please let us know as soon as possible if you are interested in these accommodations.

2005 SWFFC pieces

We have several sets of the 2005 SWFFC Mouse Social pieces remaining. If you are interested in purchasing any of these sets or individual pieces, please email to: mousesocial@aol.com
Prices:

Special SWFFC Coolers Kids      $ 175.00 each
Mermouse      $ 115.00 each
Sea Sounds      $ 125.00 each
Little Dipper      $ 125.00 each
Set (all 4 pieces)      $ 500.00 set
Pedal Plane (2)      $ 800.00 each

Please add $10 for shipping. Payment can be made via check or PayPal.

2006 SWFFC Membership

SWFFC annual dues for 2006 are now due. If you would like to continue to receive Mouse Chat and the annual pin, please send your check for $25 to

    S W F F C
    4613 N. University Dr, #258
    Coral Springs, FL 33067

The 2006 SWFFC annual pins have arrived and will be mailed out shortly to those that have renewed their membership. When you renew, please provide your address, phone/fax and email address with your dues. Thank you.

WFF Factory News

On Friday, November 4th, the factory announced the release of several new Christmas pieces and some color changes to line pieces.

M-326 Mary's Christmas
This darling mouse is laden with presents! She's dressed in a lavender coat and hat painted with a touch of sparkle. $88

M-327 First Flight
This little angel stands on a cloud as she gets ready for her first flight. Also available in blue. $52

M-328 Flapper Franny
Ready for an elegant evening? Available in three colors. $68

M-329 Two for One
Looks like these two are going to have a really fun Christmas! $132

Scrabble's Christmas Surprise
This little guy is available only from Alcott's Orchard House in Concord, MA. $98

Special Limited Sculptures
M-330a Where Have All the Cookies Gone?
A note from Mrs. Petersen

Dear Friends,
You will notice that an exceptionally large mother mouse has entered our WFF family. Well, I came across her in a box of "past efforts" awaiting to be rrejuvenated and brought into the present. For old time sake we decided to introduce her to our line with hopes that she will be well received by all. You will see her again as part of other holiday scenes in the future.
As always, Annette

Although this piece is new it is also introduced as an allotment of 1500. $224
M-285a Tillie's Christmas Tea
This piece is limited to only 500 pieces. It combines Tea with Tillie and Christmas Cupboard for a very intricate and detailed scene. $388

New Color Changes
M-317 Me in My Nightcap
This mouse is now available in pink and blue! $86

The following retailers have supported the SWFFC at the 2005 winter and summer socials. Please remember them for your next Wee Forest Folk purchase.

American Visions Art Gallery, Folsom, CA   Beary Cute Bears, San Luis Obispo, CA
Black Butterfly, New Orleans, LA   Celler Cache, Put In Bay, OH
Christmas Attic, Alexandria, VA   Crystallia , Bellevue, WA
Curio Cabinet, Worthington, OH   The Good Life, Waynesville, NC
Fairy Tales, Inc., Lombard, IL   Heirlooms of Tomorrow, Fullerton, CA
Horse and Hound Boutique, Parkland, FL   Mole Hole, Peddler's Village, Lahaska, PA
Mole Hole of Sarasota, St. Armands Key, FL   Mole Hole, Sault Ste Marie, MI
Montague Gallery, Concord, MA   Pepperberry, Grand Rapids, MI
Presence, Danville, CA   Rainbow's End, Dahlonega, GA
Robin Lee's Hallmark, Crystal, MN   Saxony Imports, Cincinnati, OH
Toad Hall, Petoskey, IL   Volant Miniature Ship, Volant, PA
When The Cat's Away, Salt Lake City, UT   Whimsey Hollow, Dana Point, CA
Mouse Expo   Wee Forest Folk Collectors Club

We look forward to seeing everyone on Carnival's Fascination in February for the Mouse Social.
Happy Thanksgiving to everyone.