Thursday, October 15, 2009

Pics of Creative Holiday Classes and more coming soon!

Remember December class with Stephanie Ackerman

Christmas card class with Kari of Urban Anthology

Wednesday, October 7, 2009

Creative Holiday Classes

San Diego Weekend Escape &
Creative Holiday Event Class Schedule
November 13-15, 2009


“2010 Acrylic Desk Calendar”
Come create a 2010 acrylic desk calendar, this not only serves as a
calendar but also makes a fabulous album. You will love this album so
much you won’t want to give it away, that’s ok make one for yourself and
one as a gift. The calendar features photo mats on each page and a
place for notes. Each page has a unique look and feel. Get your
holiday shopping done early!
Date: 11/13/09
Time: 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Cost: $35.00

“Early Bird Recipe Book”

Come create a fabulous little recipe book using the 9” x 9” binder book
from BoBunny and the adorable Early Bird paper line from Cosmo
Cricket complete with chipboard embellishments, buttons, tabbed
pages, tags, photo mats and of course a place for your recipes. This
darling little book is perfect to keep to yourself of give to your loved ones
as a holiday gift.
Date: 11/13/09
Time: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Cost: $35.00

“Colors of the Seasons – 10 Pages in 2 hours”

This set of 10 pages will feature holiday colors however the pages will
not be holiday themed. You will create 10 pages (5 2-page layouts) in
beautiful fall and holiday colors. You will have the opportunity to
complete the entire layout with the exception of the title, which will give
you the ability to customize each page to fit your photos. Won't it feel
great to complete 10 pages in 2 hours?
Date: 11/14/09
Time: 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Cost: $35.00

“Hostess Gift Card Set”

Make 4 everyday cards and a decorated card box to keep or give as a
gift. You will be guided through designing 4 different cards and
decorating your box, this is a great way to store your cards for all
occasions.
Date: 11/14/09
Time: 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Cost: $22.00

“10 Boy or Girl Pages in 2 hours”
Join us in this fast-paced class as you create 10 boy OR girl themed
pages in only 2 hours! We will be using the newest releases from My
Mind’s Eye. You will have the opportunity to complete the entire layout
with the exception of the title, which will give you the ability to customize
each page to fit your photos. Won't it feel great to complete 10 pages in
2 hours?
Date: 11/14/09
Time: 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Cost: $35.00

“Holiday Cards with Kari of Urban Anthology”
In this class you will make 6 fantastic and easy to recreate holiday cards
using the Basic Grey Wassail Collection. You will learn several
techniques to make your cards (or even layouts) look like you have
expensive tools to create dimensional and unique designs, without the
tools! You will get full directions with photos to take home with you, along
with enough stuff to make 6 more duplicate cards, PLUS lots of left
overs to create more cards or to use on a layout. The class will include
enough envelopes for 12 cards as well as assorted greetings for your
cards. Pre-registartion is highly encouraged. Additional card kits
(without directions) can be pre-ordered at www.urban-anthology.
com/store if you would like to make more cards at a discounted price of
$15.
Date: 11/14/09
Time: 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Cost: $20.00

“10 Holiday Pages in 2 hours”

Join us in this fast-paced class as you create 10 holiday themed pages
in only 2 hours! You will have your choice of using either the; Tis’ The
Season OR St. Nick. Paper from Bo Bunny. You will have the
opportunity to complete the entire layout with the exception of the title,
which will give you the ability to customize each page to fit your photos.
Won't it feel great to complete 10 pages in 2 hours?
Date: 11/14/09
Time: 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Cost: $35.00

“A Year in Review – 12 Pages in 2.5 Hours”

Join us as we create 12 adorable pages, to celebrate 2009, this class
will consist of 12 1-page layouts, however you will be able to buy the
companion pages to make each set a 2-page layout, purchase only the
ones you want. Each companion page will come complete with color
pictures and instructions.
Date: 11/14/09
Time: 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Cost: $40.00

“Remember December”
Class designed and taught by Stephanie Ackerman
Create this holiday inspired 25 page journal filled with products from
Teresa Collins & Jenni Bowlin and embellished with lots of tags, felt,
chipboard & cardstock. A journal that will be ready for you starting on
December 1st to remember to stop & reflect on the daily moments
during the “Most Wonderful (and busy) Time of the Year”!!
Date: 11/15/09
Time: 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Cost: $30.00

“Doodling Class with Stephanie Ackerman”
Have you ever seen those hand drawn doodles and wished you could
give your projects that same one of a kind look, well here is your
chance. Stephanie will be joining us for a fun class where she will be
showing you the art of doodling! This Class includes the supplies and
workbook. Come learn a skill you will use over and over again!
Date: 11/15/09
Time: 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Cost: $25.00

Saturday, October 3, 2009

Creative Holday Classes will be posted on Oct. 5th

Hi everyone sorry for the delay, we had to push back the Creative Holiday class announcements back to Oct. 5th, plus don't forget you can attend classes without attending the event, we have some great classes, make and takes, and mini-workshops . . .did I just say mini-workshops? I know you are wondering what that is well visit the CH blog on Monday to find out more. Have a great weekend!!

Thursday, August 27, 2009

Name Badge Decorating Contest

Show us your creativity make your own name badge and bring it to the event! Don't worry you are not required to make your own name tag if you do not create one of your own you will be provided with one upon arrival to the event.

Contest details:

Make yours as big or as little, as ornate or simple, the idea is for you to show off your creativity. Your name tag can be in any theme you want, just show us your own personal style. Judging will take place on Saturday night.

Monday, July 20, 2009

Special Discount!

In honor of the launching of the new Creative Holiday Blog and because I just want to I am offering a great deal, this is a chance to save some money off of our already awesome retreat prices.

For one week only you can register for the San Diego August and November retreats with a $25.00 deposit, so here are the details

· This deal is only valid on registration for BOTH events, the August Fun in the Sun Retreat in San Diego AND the November Creative Holiday weekend. If you register for both then you are only required to pay a $25.00 deposit per event ($50.00 total) to hold your spot for both events.
· PLUS you will receive an additional $10.00 discount per event off of the early bird rates!!

To take advantage of this special offer enter the following discount code on the registration form.

CHRINJULY

This offer expires at midnight on Sunday July 26th, 2009

Check out the holiday tunes!

I thought this would be a great way to get into the holiday spirit, let me know if there are other songs you would like to hear these happen to be my faves.

Creative Holiday Blog

Why a blog dedicated to this event?

I decided this event had so much going on that we needed a whole new blog just to celebrate it!!!!

So check back here for Creative Holiday info; updates, classes, special announcements and more.