Scrapbook City Retreats

Our Wedding Album

2010-09-26T15:53:00.000-07:00

As you know we had the joy of participating in a wedding over the retreat weekend. It was such a classy and moving affair which everyone enjoyed immensely! Well, now is the time to share the wedding album with you so you can remember with fondness the beautiful union between Kerri and Brian.

The handsome groom getting ready for the big moment.

Brian and his mum have a special moment before the ceremony.

Brian's sisters looking simply gorgeous as bridesmaids for the event.

The stunning bride with her beautiful sister, who was the one to give her away.

The bride is just glowing as she walks down the isle!

Feel the love as the bride and groom see each other for the first time on their special day.

They can't contain their joy and love for each other as the ceremony runs.

The compulsory portraits after the ceremony, with everyone starting to relax.

All the single ladies reach up and hope that they will catch that bouquet and be the next one down the isle!!

What a beautiful wedding! Thanks to all the ladies who joined in on this special event!

Katie

Timetable for the Weekend

2010-09-21T20:52:00.001-07:00

Hi Everyone

Here is a brief timetable for the weekend .........

Thurs 5.00pm Arrival Time
Thurs 6.00pm Dinner
After Dinner free scraptime
Fri 7.30am Breakfast
Fri approx 9.00am 1st class to start - Prima Class
Fri 12.30pm Lunch
After Lunch Heartfelt Creations Stamping Class
Fri 6.00 Dinner
Fri approx 7.30 "Wedding Fashion Parade"
then spare time for scrapping
Saturday times will be the same as Friday with the other 2 classes happening before lunch and after lunch.
Sunday the same (no classes though) with departure approx 2.00pm

Right now I am in the process of allocating Bedrooms and also crop tables, please give me a call if you have any special requests here, but we always do our best to group friends etc together. For all those who have been to Brookfield before we have the bottom craft room this time, and our shop will be in the tv room, just for something different. And we have the higher rooms.

Please give us a call at the shop on 3378 7257 if you need any more info. Otherwise we will see you from 5.00pm Thursday.

Leisa

2010-09-20T18:47:00.000-07:00

Hi Everyone,

Only 2 more sleeps to go!! Our Retreat at Brookfield is nearly here, so here are some details about the weekend.

Dates: Thursday 23rd September to Sunday 26th September - arrival time on Thursday is any time after 5pm (this is the time the conference centre has indicated to us). Departure will be after lunch on Sunday.

Address: Brookfield QCCC, 179 Gold Creek Road, Brookfield. Click on this link for further information about the address of the conference centre:- www.qccc.com.au/pageContent.aspx?id=61

Sleeping Arrangements: You are required to bring your own linen - this includes towel, washer, bath mat, pillow, sheets, blankets/sleeping bags. Alternatively, you can hire linen from the venue at an additional charge. Please let us know if you require linen to be hired.

Meals: All meals (from Thursday dinner to Sunday lunch) are included over the course of the Retreat. If you want, you can bring along extra snacks (lollies etc).

Special Dietary Requirements: If you have not already advised us, please let us know if you have any special dietary requirements so that we can notify the venue.

Downtime: There will be some downtime during the course of the Retreat. For those who have not been to a Scrapbook City Retreat before, now is the time for you to tackle some of the projects that you have been meaning to get around to! Bring these along to work on in between workshops. Don't forget to bring your self-healing mat, any tools and adhesives that you might need over the weekend and any projects you would like to work on.

Mini Shop: As we have previously done so, we will once again have a Mini Shop at the Retreat. We will have the basic products here, but we also have the option of ducking back to the shop should you have any special requests.

See you all on Thursday!!

Kerri & Leisa

Album Class

2010-09-17T15:16:00.000-07:00

Hi Ladies

I had forgotten that I had posted this picture earlier, but here it is again of the album class (this is one of the classes that has not arrived yet). The colours are primarily deep maroon, grey, yellow, orange and green. If you click on the picture you should get a better look.

But to make it easy for you to organise your photos if you were to bring ........

1 x 6x8

2 x 5x7

30 x 4x6 (some of these are cut down)

But of course we can help you to make any size photos work. I think that even putting photos on at home after the retreat will work as well.

We will let you know as soon as we know the eta of this class, if you wanted to come in for a look before Thursday, I should know more on Monday.

see you all soon, Leisa

Update on Classes

2010-09-16T22:53:00.000-07:00

Hello Everyone

Can you believe it is just 6 more sleeps to go, how exciting. Now I know that many of you are very keen to organise photos etc, so we have 2 projects ready to show you today. (Many of you know that we are still waiting on stock to come, so as yet 2 classes have still not arrived).

But any way, what you all have been waiting for, here is the Prima Layout.

Ang has created this Layout for us, hasn't she done a wonderful job. Ang has used a landscape 6x4 photo, but a 5x7 would work as well.

Now most things are included in your class kit, but extra things you might like to use are

- paper distressor (either the pink Heidi Swapp or the Tim Holtz ones do an excellent job)
- brown or black ink to distress the edges
- black pen for journaling
- 1 1/2 inch scalloped circle punch or Spellbinders for the title (SBC will be bringing these along if you don't have any)
- mounting tape

Now the 2nd class is going to be a stamping class, using some new stamps from Heartfelt Creations, plus something new that is exclusive to Heartfelt Creations, they now have co-ordinating Spellbinder Dies that match their stamps. So everyone in this class we be receiving their own set of stamps plus your own set of Spellbinders Dies. Take a look at the card the Sandra has created for the class

so this class is all about stamping and die cutting. Now we know that not everyone is into cards, so Ang has created a Layout for you to do as an alternative to the card if you prefer

Both creations just blew my breath away when I saw them this afternoon, the girls have excelled themselves.

Ok so if you would like to do the card you will need
- cuttlebug, big shot, or wizard if you have one (if not we will be bringing machines for you to use)
- silver ink
- clear embossing powder and heat gun, if you would like to emboss

If you would like to do the Layout, Ang has used
- Weathered Wood and Peeled Paint distress inks
- some bling
- plus an extra sheet of MME paper not included in the kit.

All of these beautiful creations are now in the store if you would like to view them before hand.

Now in Class #3 we will be creating 3 quick Layouts plus some cards (if you are keen). We will be using a collection of papers and embellishments from "The Paper Company", the collection is called "Grandma's Attic". I would probably sum up the collection by saying it is very "vintage", with apricot and brown type colour theme. I will do another post shortly to give you some more info on this soon.

And then finally Class #4 is a 12x12 Boxed Album kit from SEI called "Botanical". At CHA I did see a album completed and the colours are both femine and masculine. The album that I saw had pictures from a family's recent camping trip, so outdoor photos go very well.

I will also get photo sizes to you within the next day or two. Anyway stay posted more info coming soon.
Leisa

2010-09-05T17:38:00.000-07:00

Hello Everyone

Wow isn't the time flying, less than 3 weeks to go now. I have a few announcements today,

- I will start with the yucky stuff 1st. Full Payment of $375 is now due. Please pop in and see us or give us a call with your payment 3378 7257. Thank you.

- The stock for the classes is starting to arrive, stay tuned for the date for the pre-retreat evening, as soon as we can confirm that all stock is on its way we will set a date. It may now only be the last week before we go. But please stay tuned for that.

- We are now taking bookings for the massages. Bookings are essential so the our massages can plan their days. The cost is $22 per 20 minutes and you may have as many 20 min sessions as you like. Please note the massages are paid for in cash, direct to the massagers. oops forgot to tell you, they are planning on being with us for both days, Friday and Saturday, if we get enough bookings.

- And last but not least, Drumroll please .........we have decided we are going to bring back the Fancy Dress Evening. So I am thinking right now you are laughing with hysterics and excitement thinking of past Fancy Dress nights or you are thinking "Oh no, not again".

This retreats theme will be ........ "Your Wedding"......... so some hints for your fancy dress would be a Bridesmaid dress gone wrong, or even gone right, and maybe even your own Wedding Dress, we would love to see that. I can guarantee you that we will have our very own Scrapbook City Wedding hehe . For everyone keen to dress up (and of course you dont have to if you dont want to - we do also need an audience) you must be prepared to model your beautiful dress, i believe we may be having an appearance from Trinnie and Susannah again. OH NO.

If you haven't been before, it is all good fun, we just love having laughs at Scrapbook City.

And of course we will have some prizes, stay tuned for info on those.

- and finally please let me know if you haven't already about the challenge kit. Last day for the sale of those will be Wednesday 22nd September.

Can't wait to see you all soon

Leisa

Challenge Kit Now for Sale

2010-08-18T16:55:00.000-07:00

Hello Everyone

Well time is just flying and there is only 5 weeks to go.

I have some exciting news. Here is the details for the Challenge Kit. Do you like the sneak peaks? Here is a brief description for you .......

Enchanting Butterflies, twisting florals, delicate birdcages and more are included in this charming collection. This line is perfect for spring, summer, weddings and more .......

In the kit you will receive 48 sheets of printed paper, 24 sheets of cardstock, some metallic, some glittered and some textured, plus a stack of co-ordinating embellishments.

The cost is $50. Once again we only have a limited number (nasty I know LOL), so to reserve your kit, give us a call now with your payment.

Thanks Ladies, talk soon

Leisa

2010-08-03T23:03:00.001-07:00

Hi Ladies

I'm back from CHA, and I have done all the shopping for the classes and the Challenge Kit.

Here is some sneak peaks of 2 of the classes, more will come shortly. The 1st photo is of the "Album Class", everyone will be receiving a great 12 x12 album kit.

The 2nd shot is of the "Prima Layout". Can I just say it is simply beautiful.

2010-07-15T16:58:00.000-07:00

Hi everyone,

We still have spots left for this great weekend. All you need to do is pack your Scrapbooking gear and we will look after the rest! From sensational classes designed by the experts in the States, to wonderful massages, we will cater for every indulugence you may like. Oh, I didn't mention the food, it is just worth coming along for the food! Leisa is off to the States next week to organise all the classes, so book now to reserve your spot.

Call us on 3378 7257

For our lovely ladies that have already booked their places, a total of $200.00 deposit is now required.

Talk soon, Kerri

New Retreat Dates have been Set

2010-05-03T23:17:00.001-07:00

Hi Everyone

We have set new dates for upcoming retreats, they are

Thursday to Sunday, 23rd to 26th September, 2010.
Yes right in the middle of the school holidays, but these were the only dates available, and I know lots of people have been asking for another retreat this year. If you would like to stay for the 3 nights you will need to take Friday off work.

and

Friday to Monday, 13th to 16th May, 2011.
No long weekend available this time round, if you would like to stay 3 nights you will need to take Monday off work. (by the way Mother's Day is the weekend before)

Please call us a call on 3378 7257 if you would like to book in, or need more info.

2010-04-21T22:27:00.000-07:00

Hello Everyone

Are you packed and ready to go. Here's a bit of a timetable and a checklist to help you.

Friday 4.00pm Arrival time (of course anytime after 4.00pm is ok)

Friday 6.00pm Dinner

Friday 7.00pm Free time

Saturday 7.30am Breakfast

Saturday 10.00am Workshop

Saturday 12.00pm Lunch

Saturday 2.00pm Workshop

Saturday 6.00pm Dinner

Sunday 7.30am Breakfast

Sunday 9.30am Come and play with the Ranger products and Katie if you are interested.

Sunday 12.00pm Lunch

Sunday 2.00pm Workshop

Sunday 4.00pm Workshop

Sunday 6.00pm Dinner

Monday Departure time is approx 2.00pm

Now a couple of things not to forget

- your craft mat
- obviously all your scrapbook supplies, trimmer, adhesives
- linen including towel and pillow
- extra snacks ie lollies if you like

Anyway see you all tomorrow from 4.00pm onwards
Leisa

2010-04-18T17:13:00.000-07:00

Hi Everyone,

Here are the last minute things that you will need to know with only 4 sleeps to go.

First, the time for arrival on Friday afternoon will be from 4pm.

Next, here are the final pictures for the Workshops over the weekend.

Workshop 1 - Prima Layout

Everyone will love this beautiful layout - photo size required will be 5" x 7" - however we have cropped this to 5" x 6". Using a landscape photo would also suit this layout. Additional requirements will be the printed paper - what has been used is pages out of an old novel. You will also require some ribbon (left side of page) to go through the canvas. We have used black as it blends in with the background of the photo.

Workshop 2 - Queen and Co Layouts

You will not believe the amount of product that you will receive for this project. You will not need any further items for these. We will also have some other layouts that might inspire you with any of your leftover items.

Workshop 3 - Canvas

The finished size of this canvas is 20" x 16". The only extra item that you will need is paint for the sides of the canvas. We have used a lemon colour, however a chocolate brown or bronze colour would work very well also. We will have paint out at the retreat for purchase if you do not have any. The photos are 3" x 2 1/2" portrait - however an 8" x 6" photo would work just as well. Alternatively you could change the canvas to landscape instead of portrait.

Workshop 4 - 7 Gypsies Photo Stand

We will be supplying the majority of the product for this workshop, however there will be extras available for sale at the retreat. There are a few different ways that you could use this, as a photo album - one customer said it would be great for a baby album as the colours are dusty pinks and blues. Another would be to use it as a perpetual calendar.

We will be posting a timetable for the weekend shortly.

See you there!!

Leisas and Kerri

2010-04-14T22:02:00.000-07:00

Hello Everyone,

Only 8 more sleeps to go!!! Our Retreat at Brookfield is nearly upon us, so here are some details about the weekend!

Dates - Friday 23rd April to Monday 26th April, 2010

Address - Brookfield QCCC, 179 Gold Creek Road, Brookfield, QLD, 4069.
Click on this link for further information about the address of the conference centre: -www.qccc.com.au/pageContent.aspx?id=61

Payment –Final payments due now, please contact the shop.

Sleeping Arrangements - You are required to bring our own linen – this includes towels, washers, bath mat, pillow, sheets, blankets/sleeping bags. Alternatively, you can hire linen from the venue at an additional charge. Please let us know if you require linen to be hired.

Meals – All meals (from Friday Dinner to Monday lunch) are included over the course of the Retreat.

Special Dietary Requirements – Please let us know if you have any special dietary requirements so that we can notify the venue.

Downtime – There will be some downtime during the Retreat. For those who have not been to a Scrapbook City Retreat before, now is the time for you to tackle some of the projects that you have been meaning to get around to! Bring these along to work on in between the Workshops. If you are arriving on Friday, you will be able to work on your own projects in the evening. Don't forget to bring your self healing mat, any tools and adhesives that you might need over the weekend and any projects you would like to work on.

Mini Shop - As we have previously done so, we will once again have a Mini Shop at the Retreat. We will have the basic products here, but we also have the option of ducking back to the shop should you have any special requests.

Please keep checking the blog from now on for regular updates on the Retreat.

If there is any further information that you require, please do not hesitate to contact us at the shop. We are looking forward to having another fantastic weekend!!

Leisa and Kerri

Final Payment

2010-04-05T19:57:00.001-07:00

Hi Ladies

Final payment is now due, please call us on 3378 7257 with your credit card, or pop in and see us.

Many thanks
Leisa

2010-03-29T15:53:00.000-07:00

Hi Ladies

Firstly I would like to wish you and your families, a Happy and Safe Easter. I hope you can all get a rest and maybe some scrapping done.

Now, did you know it is just 25 more sleeps, wow, how exciting.

Many of you will know that our Retreats are famous for our Massages. Yes Daniela and Jess will again be honouring us with their presence, and their hands LOL.

Ok, it is really really important that everyone prebooks the massages. This is so that the Massagers can plan their time, and that we can have them for as long as we need.

The cost is $22 per 20 minute session. You many have as many 20 min sessions as you like, whether you combine it to be an hour, or have 20 min one day and 20 min the next day, that is also ok.

They will be coming on both Saturday and Sunday. So yes you will be able to have a massage both days if you like.

If you have never had one before, both ladies are qualified Remedial Massagers, no Beauty Salon stuff here. And you can take it from me, that they are very very good at what they do.

They bring along their massage tables, and the massages are done in the privacy of one of the bedrooms. So you can have a full body massage, or you can choose for them to work on your "problem areas", whatever you prefer. Most ladies who have had the chance to experience the massages from Daniela and Jess before, rebook every retreat.

Please give me a call at the shop on 3378 7257, or email me to book in. Payment is made directly to the massagers on the day in cash please.

See you all soon
Leisa

Pre-Retreat Evening

2010-03-18T00:34:00.000-07:00

Hi everyone,

On Tuesday 13th April from 5pm to 7pm we will be having a Pre-Retreat evening. Come along to view the 4 fabulous workshops that we will be creating at the Retreat. On the night we will be able to let you know any additional requirements for each of the workshops plus photo requirements.

See you then, Kerri

Challenge Kit Sneak Peaks

2010-02-11T22:29:00.001-08:00

Hi again

I forgot to mention that we have also purchased the Challenge Kit products. I have told the SBC Design Team about these products and they are nearly "wetting" themselves with excitement about this beautiful product range.

Ok so the kits are for sale, they are $50. I have just added up the value of them and the retail price of the kits is $100. So you need to secure one quickly, this time there is only 18 up for grabs (which makes them a HOT, HOT item), but unfortunately you need to pay now upfront.

Sorry no money no kit. Nasty aren't we.

Some clues to whats in the kit

- the collections are from a Company we have never had in the store before

- there is 2 collections, and you could say 1 collection is girlie, and the other boyish

Check out the pictures I hope you like!!!!!

April Retreat

2010-02-11T16:12:00.000-08:00

Hello Everyone,

Can you believe it is just 70 more sleeps until the April Retreat, YAY.

Now I will start with the yukkie things 1st if I may........

Everyone should have now have paid a deposit of at least $200, if you have not done this, please, please call us today on 3378 7257, this will save us a phone call to you, Thank you.

Final payment is due by 9th April. Please consider a payment plan if you don't already do this, we are more than happy to help you with this.

Ok, now onto the fun stuff.........

Don't forget the dates are Friday 23rd April until Monday 26th April. The Monday is the Anzac Day Public holiday, so no need to take a sickie.

The price of $375 includes all meals, starting with dinner on Friday night (approx 6pm), 3 nights accomodation (don't forget your linen and towels) plus 4 wonderful workshops.

Now speaking of workshops, some of you will know that we have now purchased all the class kits whilst we were in the States, and of course, in true Scrapbook City style, you will be receiving lots of goodies, which is all new, new, new. We couldn't be seen creating in last seasons products, could we now LOL.

Now we just love Prima Flowers, and I know we have done this before, but we could not resisit, these beautiful flowers. So Workshop #1 is a Layout using Prima products, and of course lots and lots of NEW Prima Flowers. Check out the Sneak Peak at the top of the page.

Now Workshop #2, is using products that we haven't really had much in the store before. You will create 2 Layouts and 2 Cards, and you will need to bring an extra suitcase to take home all the product you will receive in the class. Needless to say you will have lots of leftovers. Stay tuned for Sneak Peaks for this workshop.

Workshop #3, is our "Off the Page" project, and we have decided to go with a beautiful work of art on a "Canvas". Both Kerri and I were both blown away when we saw this project, we are really excited about this.

And Workshop #4, is our Album Workshop. An Album with a twist this time, check out the photo up the top of this page. The Album stand, the Album itself, and the papers, and all the wonderful blingie things are all from 7gypsies. We hope this will take pride of place in your home.

That's it for now ladies, but coming soon, we will have more detailed info for you regardings photos and tools etc.

Don't forget about our Retreat Preview Night, if your not sure what this is give us a call at the shop.

Bye for now

Leisa and Kerri

What a Weekend

2009-10-12T19:04:00.001-07:00

Well, what a wonderful weekend we have just had. Thank you ladies for all your lovely chats, and it so nice to get to know everyone better.

So, we are now down to business for our next Retreat, the details are........

Friday to Monday, 23rd to 26th April. Please note Monday is a Public Holiday. YAY.
$375 for 3 nights accomodation, all meals, including dinner on Friday, plus 4 great workshops.
We are now taking bookings, please call us at the shop (3378 7257) to reserve your space.

The payments must be made as follows
$50 at time of booking
Minimum $200 to be received by 1st January, total of $375 to be received by 1st April.

Thanks everyone
Leisa

2009-10-04T19:24:00.000-07:00

Hi everyone,

Only 3 sleeps to go!!!

Here are all the details for our workshops. Just drop us a line if you need any further information.

Prima Layout – Classic layout featuring a beautiful array of Prima flowers, bling and papers.

Requirements

Glue Dots

Circle Cutter

Ink/Glimmer Mist
Photo required – 6” x 4” or 7” x 5” Portrait photo

Can Be Shared – but please bring if available

Martha Stewart Border Punch – Doily Lace

American Crafts Album – 12 x 12 Album with a funky collection! You will receive a 12 x 12 album along with enough product to create 5 double page layouts.

Requirements

Scissors/Shape Cutter
Brown Journal Pen
White Gel Pen
Mounting Tape
Photos required
Layout One – Two 4 x 6 Landscape – one 6 x 8 landscape
Layout Two – One 4 x 6 portrait – two 4 x 6 (to be cropped) – one 5 x 7 landscape – one 5 x 7 portrait
Layout Three – One 6 x 8 portrait – one 4 x 6 portrait – two 4 x 6 (to be cropped)
Layout Four – Three 4 x 6 landscape – two 5 x 7 portrait
Layout Five – One 6 x 8 portrait – two 4 x 6 landscape

Can Be Shared – but please bring if available

EK Success Border Punch – Binding Edge
Fiskars Border Punch – Apron Lace

Christmas Card Class – Using the wonderful Spellbinders, these Christmas cards are sure to delight!

Requirements

Blender Pen
Foam Tape
Xyron 150 – or something similar for attaching ribbon
Scrap paper – computer paper is sufficient
Black Stazon Ink
Stamp Cleaner (stamp scrubber, baby wipes etc)

Can Be Shared – but please bring if available

Die cutting machine – Cuttlebug, Big Shot, Wizard
Spellbinders – Large Circle Scallop, Large Circle, Small Circle, Labels 3, Labels 4, Renaissance Hearts Pendant
Heat Gun
Martha Stewart Border Punch – Embossed Zig Zag
EK Success Border Punch – Dotted Wave
Cuttlebug Embossing Folder Snowflakes
Sizzix Texturz Plate – Christmas No. 10
Tombow Pens – Red 847, Green 192, Yellow 991, Fawn 992
Liquid Appliqué

Websters Pages Calendar

This particular project lends itself for an abundance of small embellishments. We will be supplying a collection of different ribbons and flowers, however if you choose to there will be additional items to be purchased at the retreat if you desire.

Requirements

Mounting tape
Glue Dots
Liquid Glue
Paint and brush
Ink Daubers

Can Be Shared – but please bring if available

Any Border Punches – EK Success, Martha Stewart, Fiskars
Metallic Inks or paint of your choice to colour letters

See you on Thursday!

Kerri

2009-10-04T17:11:00.000-07:00

Hello Everyone

Just a quick note to let everyone know that Dinner is definitely on, on Thursday. It will be at 6.00pm

If you have let us know that you would like dinner, please give us a call on 3378 7257 for payment please.

Otherwise ladies, I can still take more bookings if you would like dinner on Thursday evening the cost is $15.00.

Arrival time for those ladies having dinner can be anytime from 5.00pm, and arrival time for those not having dinner will be from 6.30pm.

Full timetable, plus photos of classes and photo requirements will be coming shortly. Stay tuned.

Thanks everyone
Leisa

Urgent

2009-09-21T20:46:00.000-07:00

Hi again

Sorry to trouble you ladies, but I urgently need to know if we are going to get 20 for dinner on Thursday evening. Some of you have already let me know, but could I please trouble you, to contact us at the shop, with either a yes or no, if you haven't already done so.

Thanks heaps
Leisa

Some Class Info

2009-09-21T20:28:00.000-07:00

Hi Everyone

I hope you are all well. I know that many of you just can't wait to get some class info, so here is what I can tell you so far.

1. Yes we are having an Album class again. This time the album is 12x12 plus you will receive a kit full of papers and embellishments. I can't tell you how many photos you will need yet, but I would recommend if you start thinking about a theme. The shop example is going to be "2009 - What a great year". We are trying to make everything as neutral as possible, but there may be "girlie" type papers in the kit. So put your thinking caps on, and start thinking themes. We hope to have at least 6 Double Layouts done as an example.

2. Because we loved it so much last time, we are having another class with products from Prima. I won't say too much more, but imagine Flowers, Flowers, and more Flowers. A portrait 5x7 or 6x4 photo would work for this layout. Check out the sneak peak of the top of this post.

3. Our 3rd workshop, is an "Off the Page" and it will be a calendar. I know you will love this, we have been planning this one for ages. No photos will be needed for this workshop.

4. And 4th but not least is Kathy's cards. I have seen them in the flesh, and they are truly beautiful.

Well thats all for now, more soon

Leisa

Challenge Kits

2009-09-14T21:20:00.000-07:00

Hi Everyone

Can you believe just 23 more sleeps, wow how close is that.

First of all could I please just remind everyone, that at least $300 needs to now have been paid. The remainder $50 is due no later than 1st October, thanks everyone.

Well the good news is, that I have just gone and ordered the Challenge Kits, yay.

Normally I don't give any clues as to what will be in the kits, but this year there will be a few twists, so I thought I would be kind and give some clues.

The kits will cost $50, but will be worth approx $80 retail. And the theme is "Christmas", and one of the challenges we will be asking you to make some cards.

Ok no more clues. The kits are strictly a limited number only and we will not be available for purchase at the retreat. And they must be prepaid. Sorry, first in, first served. Call me now (3378 7257) if you would like one. Even email if you don't want one, then we don't have to hassle you. Thanks everyone.

And finally please please please, let me know if you want a massage, and also if you want dinner on Thursday night, otherwise if not, arrival time is 7.00pm.

Looking forward to hearing from you.
Take Care
Leisa

2009-08-30T22:40:00.000-07:00

Hello Everyone,

Our October Retreat at Brookfield is nearly upon us, so here are some details about the weekend!

Dates - Thursday 8th October – Sunday 11th October, 2009

Address - Brookfield QCCC, 179 Gold Creek Road, Brookfield, QLD, 4069. Click on this link for further information about the address of the conference centre: -www.qccc.com.au/pageContent.aspx?id=61

Payment – Please note that $300 in total should be paid by 1st September and the $50 balance by 1st October.

Sleeping Arrangements - You are required to bring our own linen – this includes towels, washers, bath mat, pillow, sheets, blankets/sleeping bags. Alternatively, you can hire linen from the venue at an additional charge. Please let us know if you require linen to be hired.

Meals – All meals (from supper Thursday to lunch on Sunday) are included over the course of the Retreat. Special Dietary Requirements – Please let us know if you have any special dietary requirements so that we can notify the venue.

Dinner Thursday Evening – Dinner will be available, however we do need 20 people for this to happen. The cost will be an additional $15.00. Please give us a call at the shop (3378 7257) or email us on info@scrapbookcity.com.au if you would like dinner on Thursday evening, it would be around 6.00pm.

Downtime – There will be some downtime during the Retreat. For those who have not been to a Retreat before, now is the time for you to tackle some of the projects that you have been meaning to get around to! Bring these along to work on in between the Workshops. If you are arriving on Thursday, you will be able to work on your own projects in the evening and then again on Friday prior to the first Workshop. Don't forget to bring your self healing mat, any tools and adhesives that you might need over the weekend and any projects you would like to work on.

Mini Shop - As we have previously done so, we will once again have a Mini Shop at the Retreat. We will have the basic products here, but we also have the option of ducking back to the shop should you have any special requests.

Please keep checking the blog from now on for regular updates on the Retreat.

If there is any further information that you require, please do not hesitate to contact us at the shop. We are looking forward to having another fantastic weekend!!

Leisa and Kerri

2009-08-30T21:36:00.000-07:00

Hi Everyone

Well can you believe it is just 38 more sleeps until our October retreat, yipee.

Now I know that many of you have been asking for some info, so here is what we have so far.

Yes, there will be 4 classes again. We are really really excited to announce that one of the classes will be a Christmas Card Class, and we are very fortunate to have Kathy Jones representing Just Rite Stamps, as our class instructor. Kathy is on the Design Team for Just Rite, you may already know her, she is a local lady. Take a look at her blog, I'm sure you will love her work

www.inspiredtostamp.blogspot.com

Now the great news is that in this class, everyone will receive a set of the brand new Christmas stamps from Just Rite, (so please don't go and buy any) until after the retreat. We will also be using Spellbinders dies, and using Tombow Markers. I have been having chats with Kathy, and I am so excited about this class. More info coming soon.

We are also having another Album class, plus an off the page class, plus another Layout workshop, but I promise more info soon as those.

I know for sure that Kathy's class will be on Saturday. The plan is to have 2 workshops on Friday and 2 on Saturday. Now if you plan to come late on Friday, please let me know, so that I can start working on a timetable.

We also hope to have a Retreat Open House here at the store, before the retreat, so that you can come in and see all the class projects. Get an idea of what photos and tools etc you may need.
At this stage that date is tentatively Thursday evening the 1st October approx 6.00pm.

We are now also taking bookings for massages. The cost is $23 per 20 minute session, and you may have as many sessions as you like. Bookings are essential, as we need to give the Massagers and idea before hand of how long we need them for. So please please book in before the retreat. You only need to pay once you are there.

Also Challenge Kits, would you like them again, do you know what they are? Drop me a line and let me know what you think.

And Fancy Dress, would you like this again?? Would love to hear your thoughts.

Thanks everyone, and stayed glued for more info shortly.
Leisa

2009-04-28T17:13:00.000-07:00

Hi Everyone
Well what a wonderful weekend we had. Thank you very much to everyone, Kerri and I had such a great weekend, you are all so lovely. Thank you again.

Well now..... right down to business.... our next retreat is

8, 9, 10 and 11 October (Thursday through to Sunday)

$350 for 3 nights including accomodation, all meals and 4 workshops.

Here are the due dates for payments, and we will be strictly sticking to these dates.

$50 upon booking, we will not hold names without paymet
another $50 by 1st June ($100 in total)
another $100 by 1st July ($200 in total)
another $50 by 1st August ($250 in total)
another $50 by 1st September ($300 in total)
another $50 by 1st October ($350)

Please contact the shop if you would like to organise a payment plan with us!!

And we also have April 2010 booked, this time though we believe that the public holiday will be on the Monday, so the dates are

23, 24, 25 and 26 April (Friday through to Monday)

We have no prices yet ladies for this weekend, but we are anticapating a price rise.

Once again we will only hold names with a $50 deposit.

Thanks everyone
Leisa

2009-04-19T17:26:00.001-07:00

Hi Ladies,
Dinner is definitely on, on Thursday evening. We now have the numbers, so give me a call for payment if you can.
Or its still not too late to late me know if you would like dinner, but it must be today please.

Also I can now also confirm that we have the Massagers for both Friday and Saturday, and its not too late to book in for a massage.
Thanks everyone, just 3 more sleeps, Leisa

2009-04-16T22:53:00.001-07:00

Hello again.
Probably lots of new posts will come between now and Thursday, so please keep checking this blog everyone.
But what I need right now is final numbers for massages please. We have to have these prebooked so I know how many massagers and how many days we need them for.
If possible can I please have final numbers by Saturday 18th, I am at the shop until 4.00pm, give me a call on 3378 7257, its $22 per 20 minutes, you are welcome to have as many 20 minute sessions as you like. Just bring along cash to pay the massagers on the day.

Also this time we have quite a few groups of 5, but in the past we have put the tables in clusters of 4 (with 2 People on a table). Unfortunately we may not have enough tables to put a 3rd table together so that 5 can be together (this would leave a spare space), but what I am thinking is have some clusters of 10, this would be for 2 groups of 5. This wouldn't be the case for all tables, but just enough to keep the groups of 5 together. Let me know if you are not ok with this.

Also please let me know in advance if you have any special dietry requirements, ie vegan, etc.
We must know in advance.

Also Challenge Kits must be paid for prior to the camp, we will only be bringing enough kits for those ladies who have paid.

Thanks everyone, just 6 sleeps now, how exciting.
Leisa

2009-04-16T17:17:00.000-07:00

Hi Everyone,

We are so excited here at Scrapbook City to show you all the great classes that you will be doing in just a few days time. Unfortunately we will only have photos of the Album workshop next week, so keep checking back for that.

Here they are, we hope you like them.....

Prima - Family Layout

6" x 4" Photo
Craft Knife
Glimmer Mist (optional)
Edge Distresser

Fancy Pants - Frame

Anything goes with this class ladies, but we have used....
Photos - 1 - 6" x 4" portrait
2 - 2 3/4" x 4" portrait
2 - 3 1/4" x 2 1/2" landscape
1 - 3 3/4" x 2 3/4" landscape
1 - 2 3/4" x 4" portrait
2 - 2" square

I printed all these photos at Harvey Norman, but you are welcome to have any size you like. Each frame is 5"x7", so obviously nothing bigger than that.

Embellishments - Buttons, Flowers, Rubons, Ribbon if you like

Dimensional Magic

Chipboard Alphabet Set

Cardstock (if you do not want a clear background)

Ladies, with this class, you actually get the chance to choose your own papers from the great new My Minds Eye Just Dreamy collection. If you can come into the shop before the retreat that would be great, otherwise you can choose your papers when you get settled in on Thursday.

Technique Tuesday - Ten Layout

5" x 7" or 6" x 4" photo
Paint Brush

Dimensional Magic
Pearlescent Ink Pad - your choice of colour

Stamp Press/Acrylic Block

7gypsies - Mini Album

12 - 6" x 4" photos plus 5 - 5" x 7" photos - alternatively all 6" x 4" - can be a mixture of both landscape and portrait - total of 17 photos

Black Ink Pad
Brown Ink Pad
Foam Tape

Anywhere hole punch

2009-04-14T23:31:00.000-07:00

Hi Everyone
Well the countdown is now definitely on, just 8 more sleeps.
I promise tomorrow I will get a chance to post the pictures and requirements for the classes, it has been crazy and hectic in here with the last two classes arriving only yesterday.
But I do have some good news, you are able to start arriving from 4.00pm on Thursday if you would like to, and dinner is available at an extra $15 per person. We do need 20 people though to make it a goer, and I need to let the conference centre know in the next couple of days. So please give me a call at the shop (3378 7257) if you would like dinner on Thursday evening, it would be around 6.00pm.
Thanks and see you soon
Leisa

2009-04-08T16:45:00.000-07:00

Hi everyone,

Don't forget that on Tuesday 14th April from 5pm to 7pm we will are having Pre-Retreat Evening. This evening you can come along to the shop and view the projects that we will be doing at the Retreat. We will give you information as to what photos are required and any other special requirements needed to complete these projects.

Looking forward to seeing you all.

Kerri

2009-03-25T22:55:00.000-07:00

Hello Everyone

Well, can you all believe that it is exactly 4 weeks today till our Retreat! How time flies! Below is some useful information about the Retreat.

Dates - Thursday 23rd April – Sunday 26th April

Address - Brookfield QCCC, 179 Gold Creek Road, Brookfield, QLD, 4069

Payment - As there is only 4 weeks until the Retreat we request final payments to be made by Monday 6th April.

Sleeping Arrangements - You are required to bring our own linen – this includes towels, washers, bath mat, pillow, sheets, blankets/sleeping bags. Alternatively, you can hire linen from the venue at an additional charge. Please let us know if you require linen to be hired.

Meals – All meals are included over the course of the Retreat. Special Dietary Requirements – Please let us know if you have any special dietary requirements so that we can notify the venue

Workshops - As previously mentioned there will be 4 workshops during the Retreat – I am sure that you would have all seen our sneak peak of these! There will be two Workshops on Friday and two on Saturday (times will be advised shortly). It is not compulsory to attend/complete the workshops, that is entirely up to you. You will still receive all of the product and instructions to complete them at some other time.

Pre-Retreat Evening - Tuesday 14th April 5pm – 7pm – This evening you can come along to the shop and view the projects that we will be doing at the Retreat. We will give you information as to what photos are required and any other special requirements needed to complete these projects.

Challenge Kit – For each person who purchases a Challenge Kit there will be 3 – 4 Challenges that can completed over the course of the Retreat. The winner will receive a great prize compliments of Scrapbook City. Please advise if you have not already, if you require a Challenge Kit – they are $50.00 and offer great value – even if you do not complete the Challenges!

Massages – We have arranged two wonderful and professional ladies to be on hand to do massages for us. I can highly recommend these ladies to you, as I have had the wonderful benefit of having a massage with them before. Please let me know if you are interested. The price is $22 for 20 minutes.

Saturday Evening - In true Scrapbook City style you are invited to attend Saturday Evening’s Masquerade Party!! Don your best Masquerade Mask for your chance to win some fantastic prizes.

Downtime – There will be some downtime during the Retreat. For those who have not been to a Retreat before, now is the time for you to tackle some of the projects that you have been meaning to get around to! Bring these along to work on in between the Workshops. If you are arriving on Thursday, you will be able to work on your own projects in the evening and then again on Friday prior to the first Workshop. Don't forget to bring your self healing mat, any tools and adhesives that you might need over the weekend and any projects you would like to work on.

Mini Shop - As we have previously done so, we will once again have a Mini Shop at the Retreat. We will have the basic products here, but we also have the option of ducking back to the shop should you have any special requests.

Please do not hesitate to contact us if there is any further information that you may require. We are really looking forward to the weekend - we hope you are too!!

Leisa and Kerri

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2009-03-25T22:27:00.001-07:00

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