My Make-Up Girl

This just in!

I'm following my beautiful friend Jen at http://www.l1lmamaj.blogspot.com. I met Jen this past summer st my cousins bachelorette party and instantly hit off! Young, fresh and full of ideas, Jen is a master with make-up, fashion and beauty. She's awesome at taking your everyday look from good to great! 

Take a look at her awesome blog and contact her to glam up your next look!

Outfit Makers

With glittery crystals and vibrant colors my selection of Cookie Lee cuffs and bracelets will glam up any outfit! Statement cuffs dress up any look--from fun and festive to polished or casual. I have just the perfect statement piece! Statement cuffs make great gifts too!

Contact me to make a purchase and visit my website at www.cookielee.biz/reneeavitia-rodriguez

Great Gifts

The holiday season is upon us--whether we are ready for it or not! At this time of the year, I'm busy with holiday boutiques and putting together my own special gift ideas for my customers and anyone who is looking for great gifts at affordable prices.

My first new pieces include a beautiful selection of scarves together with Cookie Lee cuffs and bracelets. In these chilly winter days, I love to wear a scarf to keep me warm. When wearing a scarf, covering up the neck area, I use this as an opportunity to glam up my wrists, fingers or my ears! This means great cuffs, stretchy bracelets and rings, and glammed up earrings.

My selection of scarves sell for $12-$15 each OR buy a scarf with a cuff, set of bracelets or earrings for $25-$35. Perfect gifts for a girlfriend, wife, teacher, sister, sister-in-law and any woman who loves fashion!

Contact me today to make this and any other purchase, to find out about my upcoming private boutiques and visit my website at www.cookielee.biz/reneeavitia-rodriguez.

Holiday Picks

It's about that time to start planning for the holidays so I've picked a few of my new favorites pieces to glam up any holiday outfit. So whether you're glamming it up for a party, jazzing up your everyday festive work attire or just want to add a new piece to you collection--here are a few of my new favorites!




Shimmering Scarlet
Necklace $38, Bangle $32 and Earrings $16



Parisian Petals Necklace
$28





Jeweled Bib Necklace
$32


Contact me to learn more about hosting a show, becoming a consultant and to find out about my special holiday boutiques!

www.cookielee.biz/reneeavitia-rodriguez

A 9-Step Process To Becoming A Cookie Lee Consultant

So I'm thinking, how can I help YOU start your own Cookie Lee Consultant business just in time for the holidays? Here's the step-by-step process for how to get started within the next 30 days:

1. Locate a Cookie Lee consultant (if you are reading this blog then you already know me so contact me today!)

2. Meet with the consultant (me) in-person to discuss the business opportunity.

3. Review the information brochures I will give you, the latest catalog, visit my website and the basic website as well.

4. Review your finances. Do you have a minimum of $100 to start your business TODAY?


5. Distribute and pass around catalogs to coworkers, friends and family. Start collecting orders after you have talked with the Cookie Lee consultant (me) and determined that you want to move forward with the business.

6. If you collect a minimum of $500 in catalog orders you are on your way to becoming a consultant!


7. Process orders, add applicable taxes and determine pricing for your new customers.

8. Host a Open House/Business Launch party at your house. Invite your friends, family, neighbors, coworkers and your new customers.

9. Start earning extra income!


It's as easy as this 9 step process to become a Cookie Lee jewelry consultant. Contact me to learn more at www.cookielee.biz/reneeavitia-rodriguez

New Fall Finds

I love opening packages in the mail from something I recently ordered online! This week I received two goodies that I know are going to be put to great use this fall.

From Overstock.com, I received two fabulous fashion totes to hold all of my daily essentials! From business meetings to football games to the mall or to cheerleading, I know all of my stuff will fit into these two totes as I go about my daily business of work and supporting my 3 kids in all of their endeavors. Both totes are the Unlisted brand from Kenneth Cole and both held a regular retail price of $79. With Overstock.com I paid just $22 for each with FREE shipping charges--two for the price of one (can't beat that)! One is a basic patent leather all black tote and the other is a snake-skin style navy/black print. I'm going to put one of them to use this weekend! :)

My second purchase for the week was an order of AVON from my wonderful friend Sue. Sue's daughter and my daughter attend the same school so I know I will always get what I want, went I want it! The eight in one eye shadow includes "water colors" from soft browns to soft blues and greys. Can't wait to mix those up with my new ultra rich lipstick in "never so nude".

My New Pieces & My Inspiration

Just out of the Cookie Lee Fall/Winter 2010 catalog here are some of my jewelry pics for the fall season. I love them all!

People ask me all the time where I get my jewelry from and how I put together such fabulous outfits with great looking jewelry. The secret is... that there really is no secret! :) But for me it usually starts with the pictures below.

I need to see my jewelry every day to envision what each piece looks like and how it will match up with my everyday wardrobe. Above is a picture of my jewelry table with neck displays. The neck displays come from www.jewelrysupply.com and range in price from $2 to $10 depending on the size, color and quantity. If you don't have jewelry displays, I also use simple jewelry holders I find at Claire's,  Ross, Marshalls etc. Any type of holder or display will work as long as you are able to see what your options are.

Depending on how I'm feeling for the day, I might want to be simple yet elegant wearing just one necklace with a basic gold or silver hoop, glam it up with 2 necklaces using a combination of long & short for a meeting or presentation or make a statement with a bib style necklace or pair of big statement earrings. No matter how I'm feeling I always reach for bangle bracelets, stretchy bracelets or a cuff. I don't worry about being "matchy matchy" anymore---wearing Cookie Lee jewelry is about having fun with great looking, affordable jewelry and it will always look great however its put together.

Right now I'm working on a fabulous outfit for a November wedding. The shoes are really my statement piece so I'm not sure how I will fit in my jewelry. I'm sure I'll come up with something great!

Contact me to host a show, make a purchase or to become a consultant just like me!

www.cookielee.biz/reneeavitia-rodriguez

October Cookie Lee Specials

Each month as a Cookie Lee Consultant, we're offered special opportunities to share and grow our business by sharing incentives with anyone interested in becoming a Cookie Lee consultant! I'm excited to share that the October Special is AWESOME for anyone interested in joining Cookie Lee this month!

   FREE Cookie Lee Jewelry for October Sign-Ups

Option 1 Sign-Ups Receive $100 in FREE Jewelry

Option 2 Sign-Ups Receive $300 in FREE Jewelry

Becoming a Cookie Lee Consultant is a great opportunity for anyone interested in making extra income, earning income in between jobs, or for anyone who just loves to have fun and share fashion-forward affordable jewelry.

If you or someone you know could benefit from earning $500 to $1,000 a month sharing affordable jewelry, contact me to learn more!

Visit my website at www.cookielee.biz/reneeavitia-rodriguez

New Phone Fun!

ok so this is my first blog post using my new Droid....in w/the new & out w/the old!

Bling! Bling!

Going through some of my favorite pieces...I put this display together. With such a big inventory it's important for me to see my Cookie Lee jewelry all the time. Customers call me, email and text me their outfit ideas so when I can see my jewelry and envision what they might want I can get to it to them right away and pass on just the right piece for any occasion!

I am always looking for hostesses who would like to host a home or catalog show as well as building my team of fabulous fashionistas who would like to earn an extra $500 to $1,000 a month!

Visit my website to learn more www.cookielee.biz/reneeavitia-rodriguez

Momma Time

So this beautiful picture was taken over the weekend while my mom was in town for a long weekend visit. Mom, daughter and granddaughter--always a blessing to have 3 generations in one place at the same time since we live in LA and my mom lives in Sacramento.

All 3 of us are wearing Cookie Lee jewelry on a hot Saturday afternoon for a family Bridal Shower.

Jewels & More

It's been a long week of work, flag football tryouts, basketball playoffs, Back to School Nights and I don't think I have time for very much else. Well, I always have time for Cookie Lee and sharing beautiful jewelry with family, friends and more.

Below is a picture of what a Cookie Lee jewelry table would like like once it's all set-up for a show. As a consultant, I bring all the jewelry, set-up the table and let the ladies shop and have fun. Purchases can be made and taken home the same night (gotta love that instant gratification) or can also be ordered and delivered within a week. I also like to encourage attendees to bring their favorite outfit to accessorize or have an idea of something specific they might like to shop for like jazzing up a favorite little black dress, preparing a professional look for an interview or presentation, or just everyday fun jewelry for any occasion.

Contact me to book your very own show and get a jump start on all of your holiday shopping needs!

Weekend Fun

Started my day off with a 6 mile run around Balboa Park in preparation for my first LA Rock n Roll 1/2 Marathon in October! 6 weeks and counting! Now getting ready for boys baketball games then off to San Diego for some fun with family. Already a busy morning as usual!

Here's me getting ready wearing jewelry from the new Fall/Winter 2010 Cookie Lee catalog. This piece is the Jet Petals Necklace found on page 40. The fun part is the flower petal is de-tachable so I can remove and it to my jacket or purse! I love when pieces are multi-functional! Page 40 of the catalog pairs the jet necklace with the Tuxedo Pearl Necklace which I also love for a little more of a glam-rock, sophisticated look. I'm working on putting some outfits and jewelry together for San Diego!

Have a super weekend!To view the entire Fall/Winter 2010 catalog visit my website
www.cookielee.biz/reneeavitia-rodriguez

Jet Petals Necklace (detachable flower)
$24

TGIF and Looking Forward To The Weekend

So Friday is just a few short hours a way! YAY--TGIF! I love Fridays and especially this week! With the kids back in school and a busy work week, I'm looking foward to some fun! Saturday we have boys basketball games in the morning then we're off to San Diego to celebrate a 40th birthday with family!

Tomorrow I'll be posting pics of new Cookie Lee jewelry I received earlier this week. I've had no time for much else this week!

Carefree Charm Necklace $26
Carefree Charm Bracelet $24

Back To School

Tomorrow is the official first day of school for my three lovelies! 6th grade, 4th grade and kinergarten here they come! They are feeling the itch right about now as am I. But it's been a day of cleaning closets, drawers, laundry and last minute details to make sure they are ready! I am wiped out!

Even while running around town, running errands I find some way to incorporate my Cookie Lee jewelry even if it's a simple necklace, statement earrings or a few bangles on my wrist. That's just it with Cookie Lee, you can always expect the latest trends and fashion without breaking the bank and for every outfit in your life--from running errands, to date night to professional. There's a look and just the right piece for everyone!

Contact me to make a purchase, host a show or learn more about becoming a Cookie Lee Consultant just like me!

Lux Love necklace $26 & earrings $18
and Wire wrapped pendant $24

How To Start Your Cookie Lee Business in 30 Days! (And Just in Time For Extra Holiday Cash)

I had a great time talking, brainstorming and creating new business ideas with my Cookie Lee sisters last night! So much fun to talk business and support each other in the process.

So I'm thinking, how can I help YOU start your own Cookie Lee Consultant business just in time for the holidays? Here's the step-by-step process for how to get started within the next 30 days:

1. Locate a Cookie Lee consultant (if you are reading this blog then you already know me so contact me today!)

2. Meet with the consultant (me) in-person to discuss the business opportunity.

3. Review the information brochures I will give you, the latest catalog, visit my website and the basic website as well.

4. Review your finances. Do you have a minimum of $100 to start your business TODAY?

5. Distribute and pass around catalogs to coworkers, friends and family. Start collecting orders after you have talked with the Cookie Lee consultant (me) and determined that you want to move forward with the business.

6. If you collect a minimum of $500 in catalog orders you are on your way to becoming a consultant!

7. Process orders, add applicable taxes and determine pricing for your new customers.

8. Host a Open House/Business Launch party at your house. Invite your friends, family, neighbors, coworkers and your new customers.

9. Start earning extra income!

It's as easy as this 9 step process to become a Cookie Lee jewelry consultant. Contact me to learn more and attend my upcoming Open House and Catalog Launch on Friday, September 10th. Email me for more information. 

The Cookie Connection

Got home from work today and there it was---the Fall/Winter 2010 Cookie Connection magazine! I love to read it cover to cover, look at the pictures for inspiration and refer to it often for tips and motivation. The magazine is all things Cookie Lee---from recognition to personal stories to how to grow your business and keep creating ideas to empower yourself to take your business to the next level. Whether you are a consultant or not, it's just great reading for any woman who is thinking of starting her own business.

My favorite pages are 16 & 17 which show how to wear the jewelry for every occasion---from dress up to dress down! It's perfect!

Visit my website to view the entire Fall/Winter 2010 catalog and contact me to host a show. Get the Cookie Connection magazine directly from me for just $1

www.cookielee.biz/reneeavitia-rodriguez

Getting Ready for Fall Fashion

A simple shopping trip for back to school for my kids turned into a bit of a fall fashion preview for me over the weekend. I'm a big fan of fashion but also love the Looks for Less idea! With 3 growing kids, I can only afford to shop smart. So I decided to buy a few key pieces to get me started.

First on my list was a military-inspired utility jacket spotted at Kohl's for $27.99. Love that price and can't wait to wear it! I'm thinking black jeans and booties with a junky Cookie Lee necklace.

Next on my list I found peep toes Candies clogs for $33.99 also at Kohl's. I already wore them with a simple black summer dress with a purple scarf for a splash of color! I'm sure I'll be sporting them all throughout the fall season.

And lastly, also from Kohl's a rich, royal  blue rocker-inspired blouse with black pipping for a whopping $18.99. I'm thinking black, skinny Calvin Klein jeans, new Candies clogs and there's the perfect night out outfit!

Some of my favorite shop for less stores are Kohl's, JC Penny, Sears, Old Navy, and Target. If I'm looking to spend a little more on a quality piece or a special occasion then Macy's is alwasy a favorite, Ann Taylor, White House/Black Market, Banana Republic, Urban Outfitters and J Crew just to name a few. Although I'm interested in saving where I can, I'm not opposed to paying a little more for quality pieces I know will last.

Can't wait to start putting my outfits together with all of my fun Cookie Lee jewelry. See my new pieces below!

Back From Vegas!

So Vegas was super fun & hot! Whenever you get a large group of girls together there is bound to be fun and drama all mixed into one! And this was no exception:)  Sitting pool side, sipping on margarita's was the BEST! Busy moms get those opportunities only so often so soaking it up was nice. The bride to be and all of her friends were sweet, full of energy and super fun! The picture below sums it all up!

Vegas Baby!

So I'm mentally preparing myself for a weekend of fun girl time in Vagas in honor of my cousin Maritza's Bachelorette party who is preparing to take the long walk down the isle to her honey Chris! They are both super sweet and in-love! Can't wait for the wedding in November! But that's a different blog!

With 3 kids, full time work, husband and all the coordination it takes to get us moving I really am looking forward to this Vegas getaway! Sipping margaritas by the pool, enjoying the Vegas sun, a fun pole dancing class, and a night of dancing await me and the 10 other fun girls joining us! Staying at PH should also be a real treat since I've never stayed there before.

I'm packing my LBD, favorite jeans, bathing suit (argh!) and all the fabulous Cookie Lee jewlery I can find. I took some pictures of the pieces I'm going to bring along for my fabulous Vegas weekend!

Tune in next time for updates on our Vegas weekend!

Urban-Chic Pearls

Give your look an edge by pairing pearls with dark demin and black boots, glam up you LBD or make your walk down the isle with this rocker princess look!

Downtown Pearl Set $70 plus tax for all 3 pieces

Item of the Week

Looking for ways to accessorize your daily wordrobe?

Each week, I'll post my favorite pieces for the week that I use for my everyday workday attire and my fun, relaxed weekend wear. Each item will be under $50 and comes directly from the fashion-forward, affordable line of Cookie Lee jewelry. Items can be found in current catalogs or just through me since I am an independent consultant.

Contact me anytime to make a purchase, follow my blog, and visit my website at. There's also nothing better than hosting your own show for FREE and discounted jewelry and great specials.

Visit my website at www.cookielee.biz/reneeavitia-rodriguez.

Cosmopolitan beads $54 plus tax for the set

It's here....And it's AMAZING!

The new Fall/Winter 2010 Cookie Lee jewelry catalog is here and it's amazing!
100 Fabulous finds under $25!
Visit my website at www.cookielee.biz/reneeavitia-rodriguez to view the new entire catalog and contact me to host a show or make a purchase directly. Send me your address to get your catalog for FREE!

Let the countdown begin....

3 hours and counting until the Fall Fall/Winter 2010 Cookie Lee Catalog becomes available! New styles and fashion available at the most affordable prices! Make a statement everyday with great looking, affordable jewelry from Cookie Lee!