NY * Stamping again in CNY - 5/18/13 CLOSED

[lindylou1220]

CNY Stampers Get Together
Saturday, May 18 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
First United Church of East Syracuse
823Franklin Park Drive, East Syracuse

Do join us at our next Central New York Stampin'Get Together -- a full day of stamping fun!

Cost � $25.00 per person ($27 via PayPal).Your registrationmust be paid no later than 5 pm on March 19 or be an early bird (March 15deadline) and earn an extra door prize ticket.Mailyour registration form and payment to me (info is in the registration form). Thereare no refunds, but you may offer your spot to someone else. Here�s what�splanned.<o:p></o:p>
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Yes, this is a lot of info to digest butreading through it should help answer many questions. If any clarification isneeded, just ask. We are here to help!

Mandatory Table Project (aka �shoebox�) � There will be table projects in the morning AND the afternoon, so bring your idea andall the supplies (precut but not prestamped or prepunched) needed for making your project with your tablemates in the morning; another group will make your exact same card in the afternoon so please provide basic written instructions since you won�t be there with your project. <o:p></o:p>
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Please use quality products. When our final count is in, you will know the table sizes and how many will be needed. Youwill also need to bring four additional copies of your shoebox projects (which includes door prizes, hostess thank you, and one for your table so everyone can follow it for directions). This project will generally be a full card, with layers and embellishment(s) and shouldn�t take more than 5 to 10minutes to complete. Please provide any special adhesive that's needed. So,just to say it another way: Bring 4 completed projects + make up 17 packets of materials needed to make your project. Extra parts to fix any "oops" should also be provided. Make these something you�d be thrilled to get yourself. Your project for the morning and afternoon should allbe the same.

There will be four tables of nine/table.

IMPORTANT UPDATE 5/15/13: You will be at a table of either 9 or 10 in the morning and relocate to a table with 10 or 9 projects in the afternoon. That means you will need 18 packets (not 17 as stated above) of materials for your shoebox projects. Sorry for the confusion.

NOTE: Because you will be switching tables, but your projects staying behind, it will be important that you provide some basic directions for your project unless it is VERY obvious. Please include your name and SCS name as well. Thank you!

Swaps � ALL SWAPS ARE OPTIONAL. You�ll know howmany to make when we post the final counts, and you�ll have plenty of noticesince the deadline is well in advance of the event. Each swap will include a +1 for a door prize. The hostess and her assistant would also love to receive oneof your swaps if you�re so inclined.

�NVR Card Front Swap - Final Count 29 -- Post #13<o:p></o:p>

�Recipe Swap � Final Count 20 -- Post #15

�ATC Swap � Final Count 20 -- Post #19

�SU! Demo Quality* Swap � Final Count 16 -- Post #8
*This means only current SU! products can beused but you don�t need to be a demo to participate.

�3x3 Notecard Swap � Final Count 26 -- Post #10

�Twisted Cards � Final Count 11 -- Post #9


Food � Please indicate on the registration sheetthe specific food item you will bring to share. Please don�t just say �food� or�whatever you need�. Ideas: breakfast items, lunch items, including salads,desserts and snacks. We love to try your homemade food specialties! Bottledwater and coffee will be provided. BYO soda if you want it.

Make & Take for All � Because of doingshoebox projects in the a.m. and p.m., we will have only one or two large groupprojects. If you would like to provide one, please let me know your idea.

�Garage Sale� � Bring your stamps and stampingsupplies to sell or trade. Current Stampin� Up! items must be offered for tradeonly; you can sell retired items. Sorry but we can�t be responsible for missingitems so bring things at your own risk.

Goodie Bags � for everyone! You will again havethe opportunity to pick out your own goodie bag items so send me three Stampin�Up! wish lists with totals of $14, $15 and $16; and I�ll use the list thatworks best with our final numbers. You may include clearance rack items butallow for alternatives in case they happen to sell out. If you need moreguidance here, let me know. Those who don�t send a list will have their goodiesselected by me. Wouldn�t you rather pick your own? Everyone�s will be as closeas I can get to the same value, i.e. all $14 or $15 or $16; there�s no playingfavorites here. <o:p></o:p>

Door Prizes � Still hoping to have one for everyone so donations from our own group are most welcome. Let me know if you�dlike to make a door prize donation and what it is. Our participants are alwaysso generous! We will be awarding the +1�s from all of the swaps as well as the two sets of extras from the shoebox projects as door prizes. We�ll have another 50/50 raffle to support this for next time as well.

Gift Swap � You don�t have to sign up for this one, but if you would like to participate, bring a gift related to our stamping passion. Everyone who brings a gift to swap will also leave with one. Value on these should be in the $5-10 range, and stamped projects are always appreciated! If it�s something you�d like to take home, it�s probably perfect!Be sure to include your name somewhere inside so the lucky winner knows who tothank. Wrap it up prettily to encourage �stealing�. REMEMBER:Stamping-related!!!

Other � Please bring your own labeled items foryour personal stamping needs, including your favorite adhesive. These are the items you just can�t stamp without, like: bone folder, paper cutter/scorer, scissors, straight edge, stamp cleaner and whatever else you can't stamp without! Did I say adhesive????? Adhesive! You will likely need lots of it.

Make and wear a nametag with your name and yourSCS name so that we know you on sight.

Don't forget your camera!

REMEMBER: Complete the registration form andforward with your $25 payment ($27 via PayPal) by 5 pm on March 19 or be anearly bird and get yours in by March 15 for a chance at an extra door prize.All funds collected will be spent on the event. Your registration is complete when your payment is received. If you have any questions, please ask! Looking forward to seeing you in May.<o:p></o:p>




[Sorry for all the spacing issues and run-ons above. The "translation" from Word to SCS didn't work as well as usual and there are way too many codes in my post to make edits.}

[lindylou1220]

Who's coming:

1 Janet S - pd
2 Sue B - pd
3 Dana D - pd
4 Judy K - pd
5 Karen K - pd
6 Gayla N - pd
7 Pat M - pd
8 Bo T - pd
9 Shari T - pd
10 Alice B - pd
11 Christine L - pd
12 Wendy G - pd
13 Cheryl G - pd
14 Christi U - pd
15 Heather M - pd
16 Amy F - pd
17 Sherry C - pd
18 Stacey D - pd
19 Linda C - pd
20 Nancy B - pd
21 Robin A - pd
22 Diane H - pd
23 Michelle G - pd
24 Rosalie B - pd
25 Cheryl J - pd
26 Pam N - pd
27 Anita K - pd
28 Donna A - pd
29 Lorraine P - pd
30 Stephanie R - pd
31 Becky O - pd
32 Beth S - pd
33 Lizz O - pd
34 Melissa W - pd
35 Melanie M - pd
36 Kathy H - pd
37 Joanne V - pd
38 Diane M - pd

Event is CLOSED. Thanks for signing up.

*Complete means I have your registration fee, swap choice(s), food item *AND* your wish lists. Thanks.

[lindylou1220]

Swap Etiquette -- These are some good general guidelines that I found on SCS. I hope everyone will take these guidelines seriously so that we all make and receive wonderful swaps!

These are also good guidelines to keep in mind for your shoebox project, except that you're providing materials to make a full card rather than just a front and you won't need a "recipe" (but you do need directions).

1) Quality work -- This isn't about the quantity of layers or embellishments (please do use at least one embellishment and two layers), or whether you are new at this or not. "Quality" means straight cuts with no crooked, fuzzy edges, tears, wrinkles, etc. (unless that is part of the design), attaching your layers straight (again, unless part of your design), stamping images clearly with fully inked stamps, etc. If you make a noticeable mistake while stamping your swaps, turn the cardstock over, or cover with another layer. Last of all, quality means to use cardstock that is a nice weight not some flimsy stuff that has the feel of construction paper.

2) "Recipes" -- appreciated but not required. This means: your SCS name; your IRL name; listing the colors, stamp sets and embellishment you used; any techniques or tips you want to include. If you choose not to include a recipe, please include at least your name so we know who made your fab creation. Avery labels work great, but a plain piece of paper or your personalized stamp work just as well.

3) The only one of these swaps requiring all current Stampin' Up! products is the demo quality swap. All other swaps can use any quality stamps, cardstock, inks, etc. This is not the time to unload your cheap cardstock!

4) Would you like to receive your swap or make your shoebox project? Then it's PERFECT!

5) Swap sizes: NVR card front & DQ -- smaller than 4.25 x 5.5, please. Recipes swaps are 6x6.

Please ask any questions you might have and someone will be sure to answer. We have all made a lot of great friends getting together at these gatherings so we hope you�ll join us at this one!

Resummarizing: Layers - at least two! Dig into those embellishments, give your fellow swappers a real treat! Put those punches to work! Have fun, try something different! Show some pride and put your name on the back!!

Swapping will likely be around lunch time.

[lindylou1220]

Food Info -- Please remember when making/purchasing your food item that you do not need enough to feed an army. There should be a very nice variety coming: donuts - cake - muffins - sticky buns - cookies - brownies - candy - chips & dip - specialty dips - casseroles/main dish items - salads and side dishes - bread & butter - cheese & crackers - fruit - and more.

So, my suggestion is to make/bring a "normal" amount not a super size. I am sure there will still be leftovers but everyone should be able to find something they like. If you don't believe that to be the case, please feel free to pack your own lunch. We do have a refrigerator and stove available and there are plenty of outlets to plug in crockpots. There will NOT be a microwave available unless someone brings it!

Drinks -- There will be bottled water and coffee. If you must have soda, please BYO.

REMINDER: If you are bringing something that is to be served HOT, please remember that there is NO microwave available. We do have access to a refrigerator and stove (with oven).

[lindylou1220]

DIRECTIONS to First United Church of East Syracuse, 823 Franklin Park Drive. Get the specifics from mapquest.com or randmcnally.com. But, generally speaking, most everyone will be taking Rte. 481 (from 81, 690 or 90) and exiting at Kirkville Road WEST (exit 5W). Franklin Park Drive is way less than a mile from the exit and will be on your right. After the exit, you will pass one light, two gas stations at the corner where the light is, and a school (Bishop Grimes). The church is just a short way up Franklin Park Drive and will also be on your right.

If you have headed in the wrong direction on Kirkville Road and get to that light, you will see a church on your left and houses on the right. That's Fremont Road; turn around and come back the other way. to First United Church of East Syracuse, 823 Franklin Park Drive. Get the specifics from mapquest.com or randmcnally.com. But, generally speaking, most everyone will be taking Rte. 481 (from 81, 690 or 90) and exiting at Kirkville Road WEST (exit 5W). Franklin Park Drive is way less than a mile from the exit and will be on your right. After the exit, you will pass one light, two gas stations at the corner where the light is, and a school (Bishop Grimes). The church is just a short way up Franklin Park Drive and will also be on your right.

If you have headed in the wrong direction on Kirkville Road and get to that light, you will see a church on your left and houses on the right. That's Fremont Road; turn around and come back the other way.

[lindylou1220]

Card/card front donations -- Please bring any cards/fronts without glitter or lumpy embellishments for donation to From Our Hearts.

If you know of other groups who might like card/card front donations, please let me know and we'll see what we can do.

Thank you.

Here's a general schedule:

10-10:30 Check in, get your table assignment, leave any door prize donations with me. Drop off food. Pin one of your completed shoebox projects to the board, leave two other completed shoebox projects in the two containers near board, the last completed one goes with you to your table. Put one each of your swaps out and check your name off the list(s) as you do that. Place your wrapped gift swap on back table (participation optional) and be sure to get a playing card for that. Chat with friends. Head back to your table.

10:30 Intros with your table head; she'll also let you know what to expect in terms of making the projects. Expect to describe your project, especially anything that's not obvious. Remember that some basic written directions should also be there for those who will make your project later.

10:45-12:15 Morning shoebox projects.

If you're hungry at all (morning or afternoon), please feel free to take a break and graze any time.

Please neaten up your spot before you get started with lunch. We don't want any spills on the projects and we also need room to eat lunch. Thanks.

Projects stay behind and people will will switch tables after lunch. Please don't try switching before it's time although you certainly may move to have lunch with your friends.

12:15-1:30 Lunch, garage sale and swapping.

1:30-3:15 Afternoon shoebox projects

3:15-5:00 Door prizes and gift swap. Gift swap will be last so that those not participating can depart early if desired.

5:00 Clean up. So wonderful if you can help!

6:30 Out somewhere close for dinner. You are welcome to stop at my house for the break between.

[lindylou1220]

Other

When the event closes, this first page is where you will find all the updated info on the swaps, etc. Info will be updated as registrations arrive and the final details should be posted by the end of March.

Gift Swap -- Returning to wrap it up as nice as you please. "Snitching" encouraged as part of the fun.

Tables -- Tables are assigned randomly when you arrive. If you really, really (really) need to be with your friend (I'm saying this more for the newbies), we will try to accommodate you but the random assignments really do make for a good way to make new friends. Plus, you and your friend(s) will have different projects to share. Well, unless you're randomly assigned to the same table. Then, you're welcome to ask someone at another table to switch with you. You will be at one table in the morning and a different table (but with the same table mates) in the afternoon.

[Dana's Card World]

Demo Quality Card Fronts Final Count 16 (Plus 2 for Linda and her helper if you wish)

Only "Current Stampin' Up! Products" allowed for this swap.
Many of us use these as samples for our workshops. Please
double check that all items are current in the catalog.
(Stamps, colors, embellishments)

--You do not have to be have to be a demonstrator to participate in the swap.
--2 layers, plus at least one embellishment
--Please make smaller then 4.25 x 5.5 so it can be attached to make a full card
--See Linda's general rules for swapping etiquette for additional information

Please include the following information on the back of your swap:

Your Name
Your SCS Name
Swap recipe is helpful, but, not mandatory

Please include 2 extra swaps for Linda & her helper if you wish.

1 Plus One
2 Dana
3 Linda C
4 Nancy B
5 Alice B
6 Janet S
7 Amy F
8 Cheryl J
9 Stacey D
10 Becky O
11 Cheryl G
12 Diane H
13 Gayla N
14 Shari T
15 Beth S
16 Kathy H

[snowcountry311]

TWISTED SWAP!!! TOTAL COUNT IS 11.

For those who haven't done twisted cards before, here's a link to the DEMENTED GALLERY here on SCS.

Read more: NY - Utica Area - September 10, 2011 - Stampin' Round Table by njbaker at Splitcoaststampers

Put your big girl panties on and make a funny card!! This swap can be a cardfront OR a full card.... you may need a full card to get the punchline in.

1.Plus One,door prize
2.gayla,snowcountry311
3.nancy, njbaker
4.pat,scraphead
5.lorraine P
6.stacey D
7.becky O,kewl kat
8.bo, bobeep12345
9.diane,diane617
10.Kathy H
11. Melanie M

[scrappingsue]

3x3" Notecard swap - Final number = 26
make a full 3x3" notecard. Envelopes are not necessary, unless you are planning on decorating the envelope as well. A couple of layers plus an embellishment is a good rule of thumb.

Please include the following information on the back of your swap:

Your name
Your SCS name
Your email address/contact information



FINAL COUNT 26
2 extra swaps for Linda and her helper would be appreciated.


1. Door prize
2. Sue B
3. Christi U
4. Dana
5. Nancy B
6. Alice B
7. Pat M
8. Donna A
9. Janet S
10. Robin A
11. Lizz O
12. Amy F
13. Cheryl J
14. Melissa W
15. Lorraine L
16. Stacey D
17. Becky O
18. Cheryl G
19. Wendy G
20. Diane M
21. Diane H
22. Joanne V
23. Kathy H
24. Gayla N
25. Christine L
26. Beth S

[scraphead]

yaaaaa, sign me up please

[snowcountry311]

Cool! It's been too long.

[Judy K]

NVR Card Front Swap

FINAL COUNT 29 / 31

There are no vendor restrictions on this swap.

Please make the fronts smaller -- either 4-1/8 x 5-3/8 OR 4 x 5-1/4. The smaller size will allow the fronts to be easily mounted to a full card if the recipient so desires.

Reminders about swap etiquette are listed in post #3.

2 extra swaps for Linda and her helper would be appreciated.

1. Door Prize
2. Judy (Judy K)
3. Heather (Quilling Queen)
4. Amy (amyclaire)
5. Linda C (tiggypince)
6. Sherry C (sczarnecki)
7. Dana D (Dana's Card World)
8. Christi U (Craf-T-Bear)
9. Nancy (njbaker)
10. Pam N.
11. Pat (scraphead)
12. Robin A.
13. Donna A.
14. Karen K. (kmk24)
15. Beth S. (teach57123)
16. Lizz 0.
17. Lorraine P.
18. Christine L.
19. Stacey D.
20. Becky O.
21. Cheryl G.
22. Diane M.
23. Joanne V.
24. Cheryl J.
25. Gayla N.
26. Rosalie B.
27. Shari T.
28. Kathy H.
29. Melanie M.

[diane617]

MAYBE, checking the schedules.....it's the day after Alexis' BD

[evilQmom]

RECIPES


FINAL COUNT 20/22



Two layers of cardstock minimum.
Please use at least one embellishment and make sure there is something stamped.
Do your best work and share a family favorite food item. You can check out the gallery for inspiration and ideas

PLEASE PM me if you'd like to be included in this swap. I'll add you to the list started below.

Vendor products: NVR (no vendor restrictions)

Please include the following information on the back of your swap:

Your name
Your SCS name
Your email address/contact information


This is a PLUS ONE swap. The plus one will be one of the doorprizes.

OPTIONAL:It would be nice to include 2 extra swaps for Linda our Hostess & her Assistant as a thank you for all that they do to make this such a great day!

1. doorprize
2. Janet - evilQmom
3. Linda C. - tiggypince
4. Pat M.
5. Nancy B -njbaker
6. Anita K.
7. Robin A.
8. Dana D -Dana's Card World
9. Cheryl J.
10. Stacey D.
11. Becky O.- Kewl Kat
12.Cheryl G.
13. Heather M.
14. Wendy G.
15.JoAnne V.
16.Gayla N.
17. Sue B. - scrappin sue
18. Kathy H.
19. Melanie M.
20. Beth S

[scraphead]

Quote:

Originally Posted by snowcountry311

Cool! It's been too long.

ha, I know it, can't wait to get back.

[arlenevita]

bittersweet...I will be missing this one as DH and I will be celebrating the graduation of my SUNY Oswego suitemate's daughter's graduation from our alma mater!

Gayla or Pat will be happy to collect donations of cards, Cardfronts, and ATCs for me to pass on to From Our Hearts for the troops. I will accept cards with glitter to donate to Pounder Hall assisted living facility in Oriskany where Linda B's 96 year old mother now lives. They were very happy to receive cards from Linda B that were donated to me last year that I couldn't send to the troops. Thanks for your continued donations!

[scraphead]

Quote:

Originally Posted by arlenevita

bittersweet...I will be missing this one as DH and I will be celebrating the graduation of my SUNY Oswego suitemate's daughter's graduation from our alma mater!

Gayla or Pat will be happy to collect donations of cards, Cardfronts, and ATCs for me to pass on to From Our Hearts for the troops. I will accept cards with glitter to donate to Pounder Hall assisted living facility in Oriskany where Linda B's 96 year old mother now lives. They were very happy to receive cards from Linda B that were donated to me last year that I couldn't send to the troops. Thanks for your continued donations!

So sorry to hear your not coming, I wont get to see you that weekend, we will have to get together after it.

I will of course collect any cards for the troops or Pounder Hall, bring all you can.

[kmk24]

ATC Swap

Final count=20
Add 2 more if you would like to give one to both Linda and Jean for making this all possible!

You can look here for information about Artist Trading Cards. Finished ATC size is 2.5" x 3.5". You can use any paper, embellishments, ink, etc. you choose but please use at least 2 layers of good quality card stock!

1. Door prize
2. Kathy H
3. Sherry C
4. Dana D
5. Nancy B
6. Judy K
7. Pat M
8. Michelle G
9. Sue B
10. Christine L
11. Amy F
12. Stacey D
13. Janet S
14. Beth S
15. Becky O
16. Cheryl G
17. Wendy G
18. Joanne V
19. Diane H.
20. Gayla N.
Thank you!

[lindylou1220]

Diane, hope you can join us.

Pat, glad you can make it.

We'll miss you, Arlene.

[TiggyPince]

I'm in! Looking forward to it!

[Kewl Kat]

does this mean Past M will be back from the south???

[snowcountry311]

Yes becky-- she's be home

[Kewl Kat]

cool..........:p

[Craf-T-Bear]

I'm VERY interested, but I need to check dates AND see if Heather (Quilling Queen) can make it too.

[Love2Craft]

I am currently in!! I don't believe there is anything going on with any sporting events. I just have one thing to check on but I think it should be all good.

[Quilling_Queen]

I'd like a spot please... NVR & Recipe Swap for now

[amyclaire]

I'm in, I will send out my registration and $ in a week or so. Please put me down for NVR, ATC, SU DEMO and 3x3 THANKS!!

[scraphead]

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kewl Kat

does this mean Past M will be back from the south???

I think you mean me ha ha ha, so my new name is Past???? Yes, I hope to be returning the first weekend in May, I have so missed you all.

[sczarnecki]

I'll be a newbie at this one, looks like my calendar can handle it!

[Pam29]

I'm checking the date, just might make it this year.

[snowcountry311]

Pam- hope you can join us this time. It's a great day...

[Craf-T-Bear]

Hi Linda,

I just sent you my registration fee of $27.00 via PayPal. So, I will definately be attending! YEA!!!!

I will be sending you a copy of my registration form via an attachment in an email to your "regular email addy". I hope that's alright.

For now, Please sign me up for:

NVR Card Front and 3x3 Notecard

I will also donate a doorprize, but I am not sure what it is going to be yet. AND, I will be partaking in the "Wrapped Gift Swapping" again.

For food, I would like to supply chocolates for the tables again. This works for me & my Fibromyalgia.

As for my "Goodie Bag", here are some idea's for you: (In no particular order.)



Fabulous You -- Big Book pg. 39 Item # 126522 $11.95
Tea Time Trinkets -- Mini pg. 3 Item # 129326 $5.95
Shaker Frames -- Big Book pg. 177 Item # 124155 $4.95
International Bazaar DSP --Big Book pg.164 Item# 126920 $10.95
Stampin Dimentionals -- Big Book pg. 177 Item# 104430 $3.95
Grid Paper -- Big Book pg. 178 Item# 102789 $9.95
Four Frames -- Big Book pg. 124 Item#123442 $15.95
Sweet Shop DSP -- CLEARANCE Item# 125408 $2.59
Flourettes li Accents & Elements -- CLEARANCE Item# 115604 $2.99


Hope this helps you out. Let me know if there is anything else you need. Thanks again for Hostessing this event!

Huggles,
Christi

[lindylou1220]

Goodie Bags -- Let me explain a bit further and hopefully not muddle things up...

Everyone will receive a goodie bag valued as close to the same amount as I can get them. Submit your wish list of SU! items (with totals of $14, 15 and $16) from the Annual or Spring catalogs or the Clearance Rack. You may also include any currently offered Single Stamps or any of the three Best of 25 Years stamp sets (3rd one should be shown on 3/1).

Wishes cannot include Sale-A-Bration items, hostess only selections, or My Paper Pumpkin.

Please try to come close to totals of $14, $15 and $16 because I will purchase the highest amount I can but won't know that until I close the event with a final count of participants and offset everything against expenses.

Alternatively, you can leave it to me to do the choosing but I bet you'll be happier with your own picks.

If you are emailing your registration form to me, please include your wishes somewhere on the form or in your email message. Thanks.

More questions??? Please ask.

[lindylou1220]

I noticed that I didn't update the registration form to show the Twisted swap (form said "Another"). That change has been made to both the Word file and the PDF.

[sczarnecki]

Sent my registration via paypal and email. Please let me know if you don't get it.

[lindylou1220]

Sherry, I sent you an email last night. Did you get that?

[sczarnecki]

Yes i did Linda - just came here before I checked my email! LOL!

[lindylou1220]

No problem, Sherry. I'm usually prompt about acknowledging registrations with PayPal but the last couple of days have been really busy.

[snowcountry311]

working on the description for twisted. so far so good. except the link for the gallery didn't copy. so i'm waiting for allen's help.
and a big thank-you to michele/tillyhead as i copied yours from last year's utica gathering!