This is where we are different than most scrapbook retreats! Not only will we have all the traditional scrapbook supplies and ideas, but we will also have other craft classes! So even if you are not a scrapbooker, come and play and make some terrific crafts that you will treasure for years to come!
Reflections Journaling Class Taught by Tami Morrison
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If you’re ready for some self-reflection and serenity, this is the class for you. Create a simple journal for recording your thoughts, goals, ideas, and more. Then head over to the fabulous Spa at Desert Springs with Tami to participate in a Mind & Body Yoga class that includes flexibility training, meditation, and relaxation. After yoga, linger at your leisure. Rejuvenate and replenish your spirit in the tranquility of the spa amenities such as steam room, sauna, and quiet pool. Be sure to spend some introspective time writing in your journal.
Bring: trimmer, adhesive, scissors, pen, swimsuit.
Wear: comfortable yoga clothes.
Cost: TBA. Class length: 1 hour/journal, 1 hour/yoga, +unlimited spa time for the day – you may never want to leave!
**Class includes a full day spa pass and one yoga class. Other spa services such as massage or beauty treatments are not included in class price, but can be reserved at additional cost directly through the spa. Robes, lockers, towels, and toiletries are provided at the spa.
USA Block Letters
Taught by Charise Johnson
The perfect addition to you summer decorations! This is a fun and EASY project for crafting beginners. You can bling it up as much as you choose!
Bring: Scissors and A pencilCost: $15Class Length: 1 HourCustom Card CollectionTaught by Mitzi McBride
The basis of the Custom Card Collection is to provide someone (or yourself!) with a stack of 8 beautiful cards, all with a special blank spot for one of a variety of white mailing labels all with various sentiments. The Custom Card Collection comes with a storage box. It's all about the presentation and quick & easy prep work when it comes to projects like this. I promise you, it couldn't be any easier than this, and the final look is like something from your favorite stationery boutique! It is a memorable (and practical) gift! There will be a variety of Paper patterns to choose from. Bring: Paper trimmer and favorite adhesive.
Cost: 18
Class length: 2 hours
Perpetual Birthday CalendarTaught by Mitzi McBride
Have you ever forgotten someone’s birthday that you really wanted to remember? Join us to make a darling perpetual calendar that will be sure to attract the eye so no one forgets a birthday again! They make a perfect gift too. Bring: Paper Trimmer and your favorite adhesiveCost: $15Class Length: 1 ½ hoursBirthday BannerTaught by Charise Johnson
Celebrate every Birthday in your home with this darling Birthday Banner. Make it a tradition… or use it as a gift! In this class you will make a paper and ribbon birthday banner. Bright, Bold Colors, Yellow, Blue, Red, Green and Orange. Fun and Festive!Bring: Your favorite adhesive and Scissors Cost: $14 small “door sized” banner (3 inch blocks)$18 large wall/mantel size banner (5 inch blocks)Class Length: 1 hourLet’s Go to the Movies! Ticket Keeper Taught by Tami Morrison
This project gets two thumbs up for cleverness! You’ll use the Bind It All system to put together a keepsake album for rating movies you’ve seen and saving your ticket stubs. Great for yourself or as a gift for your favorite movie buff.
Bring: scissors, black inkpad, and your favorite adhesive.
Cost: $12.
Class length: 2 hours.
Framed Magnetic Photo BoardTaught by Charise Johnson
Bring: 1-4 of your favorite photos, your favorite adhesive, scissors, and a pencilCost: $55.00Class Length: 1 hourYou might also want to bring:A variety of solid and patterned paper or cardstock and some flat embellishments that go with your pictures.We will have papers and embellishments there for you to use, but if you want them to perfectly match your pictures, you might want to bring your own.Card BundleTaught by Mitzi McBride
In this class you will make and take home 5 beautiful handmade cards and one money notebook and box. Send your love ones more then a gift. Send them a piece of art. Keep in touch the old fashioned way. We will be making one of each of the cards in the photo above plus one surprise card along with the money book and box pictured above. The money book is a fun and creative way to give cash. Bring: Paper trimmer and favorite adhesive.Cost: 12Class length: 2 hoursTrio of BoxesTaught by Mitzi McBride
In this class we will lean how to make 3 easy yet darling boxes to hold goodies for your friends and families. They can be used for holidays, gifts and just because. The first box we will make is the nugget box. This box holds 6 Hershey’s Nuggets. The second container we will make is the Sour Cream Container. A picture is worth 1,000 words. See the photo above. These are so cute and so easy! The ones in this photo are filled w/ M&M’s. The third box we will make is a small box that holds four 4 oz Round Clear Top Tins perfectly. You can fill the tins with ice cream toppings, jewelry, or candies. There will be a variety of Paper patterns to choose from. Bring: Paper trimmer and favorite adhesive.Cost: 15Class length: 1 hour
Advent CalendarTaught by Mitzi McBride
What kind of advent calendar did you grow up with? In this class we will make a Christmas advent calendar using a 24 cup mini muffin tin and magnetic paper. Hide your kid’s favorite candy inside to count down the days of Christmas. The beautiful thing about this decoration is that it takes up very little storage space. You can remove and store the magnetic covers and then use the muffin tin for mini muffins or mini brownie bites the rest of the year. Paper patterns may be different due to availability. To Bring: Paper trimmer and favorite adhesive.Cost: 20Class length: 2 hoursJournaling Notebook Taught by Tami Morrison
Wish you could remember that cute thing junior said yesterday? Ever found yourself scrounging around for something to write on? Be ready to capture your thoughts wherever you go with this cute, purse-sized notepad. You'll mix & match a variety of fun papers and bind them into a handy, environmentally friendly notebook. Jot notes in style, with the option to tear out a page and stick it right into your scrapbook later.
Bring: trimmer, scissors, black inkpad, paper scraps. (Some paper will be provided, but this is a great way to use up leftover bits & pieces from your favorites!)
Cost: $10.
Class length: 1 hour.
The Incredible Shrinking PageTaught by Tami Morrison
Small in size but big on fun, this 4x4 layout on a mini easel is adorable displayed on a shelf or table. You’ll create an embellished page featuring the latest scrapbooking trends in miniature, perfect for showcasing a school picture or any wallet-sized photo.
Bring: one 2x3 photo, scissors, and your favorite adhesive.
Cost: $10.
Class length: 1 hour.Wooden Photo Blocks
Taught by Charise Johnson
What a creative and cute way to decorate any shelf or nook! These blocks are fun and EASY! Great for gifts… Mother’s Day, Grandparents, Teachers…
Bring: 6 4x6 photos (I prefer them to be a theme… or coordinate in some way. I.e. All children, or all from one holiday, or all one color scheme… but it is totally up to you!), your favorite adhesive, scissors, and a pencil
Cost: $6.00
Class Length: 1 hour
You might also want to bring:
A variety of solid and patterned paper or cardstock and some flat embellishments that go with your pictures.
We will have papers and embellishments there for you to use, but if you want them to perfectly match your pictures, you might want to bring your own.
Bling My Book!Taught by Charise Johnson
Add some Excitement and Bling to your Book. With this pop up mini album, you can add pizzazz and bling to your favorite memories. Bring: Your favorite adhesive, scissorsYou might also want to bring: 4 sheets of coordinating solid and patterned paper and A couple of embellishments that coordinate with your papers.We will have papers and embellishments there for you to use, but if you want them to perfectly match your pictures, you might want to bring your own.Cost: Free!!! Included with your Crop and Craft Admission.Class Length: 20 minutesDigital Scrapbooking 101Taught by Mitzi McBrideTime and Date TBD
Are you interested in what the digital scrapbooking craze is? Find out how to still have those embellishments, where to print your pages, and what all the excitement is about. This class is free so if you are interested, then why not? To Bring: An open mind.Cost: Free!!! Included with your Crop and Craft Admission.Class length: 1 hourDigital Scrapbooking 102
Taught by Mitzi McBride
Time and Date TBD
Have you just started digital scrapbooking? If you know how to create a page and use templates but want to learn just a few extra tips, come to this class.
To Bring: Any knowledge you have about digital scrapbooking.Cost: Free!!! Included with your Crop and Craft Admission.Class length: 1 hour
