NY * Fall Stamping in CNY (#22) 11/12/16 -- CLOSED

[lindylou1220]

CNY Stampers Get Together -- #22
Saturday, November 12 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
First United Church of East Syracuse
823 Franklin Park Drive, East Syracuse


Please join us at our next Central New York Stampin' Get Together. It’s a full day of stamping fun!


Cost – $25.00 per person ($27 via PayPal). Registrations must be paid no later than noon on September 29. Mail registration form and payment to me (info is in the registration form). There are no refunds, but you may offer your spot to someone else.


There is a lot of info to digest but reading through it should help answer many questions. If any clarification is needed, just ask. This thread is our main way to communicate with you and we are here to help! You will find final counts and other important info here on page 1 once the event is closed.


Mandatory Table Project (aka “shoebox”) – There will be table projects in the morning AND the afternoon, so bring your idea and all the supplies (in kits) 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. Your project stays stationary; you’ll do the moving. Your project can be a full card, including layers and embellishment(s), or any other project that involves stamping.


When our final count is in, you will know the table sizes and how many kits will be needed. You will also need four completed copies of your project. This will generally be a full card, with layers and embellishment(s) and should *NOT* take more than 5 to 10 minutes 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 **in kits** to make your project. Extra parts to fix any "oops" should also be provided.


Your project for the morning and afternoon should be all the same. Please use only quality products and make these something you’d be thrilled to get yourself.


I anticipate that there will be four tables but the count per table depends on the number who sign up. You'll be at one table of 8 and one of 9.


NOTE: Because you will be switching tables, but your projects staying behind, it is CRITICAL that you provide 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 but participation in at least one is encouraged. You’ll know how many to make when we post the final counts, and you’ll have plenty of notice since the deadline is well in advance of the event. Most swaps will include a +1 for a door prize.


The swaps you know and love:


--Recipe – Final Count 13 -- Post #11


--NVR Card Front - Final Count 24 -- Post #7


--SUO* – Final Count 16 -- Post #8
*Only current SU! products are to be used.


--2-1/4” Christmas Square – Final Count 16 -- Post #12


New swaps:

--Christmas-related 3D item - Final Count 1 -- Post #10

--For the Guys - Final Count 25 -- Post #9. Remember that this one is a FULL card.


Food – Please indicate on the registration form the specific food item you will bring to share. The main dish lunch items and breakfast casseroles are always the hardest to fill so please consider one of those if you haven’t before. 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! Bottled water and coffee will be provided. BYO soda if you want it.


Make & Take for All – Because of doing shoebox projects in the a.m. and p.m., we will have only one or two large group projects. If you have a great idea for one, please tell me what it is.


“Garage Sale” – Bring your stamps and stamping supplies to sell or trade. Current Stampin’ Up! items must be offered for trade only; you can sell retired items. Sorry but we can’t be responsible for missing items so bring things at your own risk.


Goodie Bags – for everyone! Goodie bags will all have the same value but may have some variation in colors, etc. You know it will be great.


Door Prizes – Still hoping to have one for everyone so donations from our group are most welcome and much appreciated. Let me know if you’d like to make a door prize donation and what it is. Our participants are always so generous! We will be awarding the +1’s from the swaps as well as the extras sets from the shoebox projects as door prizes. We’ll have another 50/50 raffle to support the event 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 to thank. Wrap it up prettily to encourage “stealing”. REMEMBER: Stamping-related!!!


Other – Please bring your own labeled items for your 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.


Name tags – Labels will be available for name tags but but feel free to make your own if you'd rather.


Don't forget your camera!


REMEMBER: Complete the registration form and forward with your $25 payment ($27 via PayPal) by noon on September 29. 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 November.

[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 a MINIMUM of 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) There is just one swap requiring all current Stampin' Up! products this time so please be sure to read before committing. All other swaps can use any quality stamps, cardstock, inks, etc. This is not the time to unload your cheap cardstock! Please, nothing flimsy!

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

5) Swap sizes: NVR card front & SUO -- a bit smaller than 4.25 x 5.5 suggested. Recipes swaps are 6x6. Other swap size specifics are noted in the write ups.

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. The main dish lunch items and breakfast casseroles are always the hardest to fill so please consider one of those if you haven’t before.

There is usually 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!

[lindylou1220]

DIRECTIONS to First United Church of East Syracuse, 823 Franklin Park Drive. Get the specifics from a mapping site if you need them. 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. Parking is in the back.

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]

Other Important Stuff

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 shortly after the September 29 deadline.

Shoebox Project -- Some hints and some pleas:
** Your shoebox project (AND all swaps) should be AT LEAST *2* layers and it should include an embellishment, unless the design absolutely won't allow for this.

** Please "kit" your items. What does this mean? Place all pieces of card stock, embellishments, etc. needed to make your project into an envelope or baggie for each person. Why? (1) It protects your supplies from damage, like stray ink splotches. (2) It prevents random grabbing of your supplies, thus ensuring enough for everyone at the table. Save those junk mail envelopes; they're perfect to hold your kits and won't cost you anything.

** Please place out enough packets for the MORNING (plus some extras for "oops"). You will set out your remaining supply for the afternoon. Why? Mainly because it ensures that there are enough supplies for the afternoon stampers. Yes, we have come up short in the past.

** Please do NOT get too crazy with your project. The time allotted per project is only 5 to 10 minutes, not 20! Why? Well, if all projects took 20 minutes to create, we'd be there stamping til midnight. While we are not on a strict schedule, the day does move along and everyone enjoys being able to take a real lunch break and participate in the swaps that usually surround lunchtime without stressing that they haven't finished all the morning table projects. Whew!

** A thought for you speedy stampers...I know that some of you are very quick and find yourselves at loose ends before the rest of your table is finished. May I suggest that you ASK those who've fallen behind if they would appreciate some help in getting some "parts" done to help them finish up?

** Slower stampers...Please don't be offended if someone offers to help you complete some "parts" or ask for some help if you see that others have finished.

Gift Swap -- Wrap it up as nice as you please. "Snitching" encouraged as part of the fun. Your gift can be handmade or purchased, but please be sure that it is stamping related.

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 set. 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 tablemates) in the afternoon.

[lindylou1220]

Who's coming:

1 Judy K - pd
2 Karen K - pd
3 Gayla N - pd
4 Janet S - pd
5 Dana D - pd
6 Diane H - pd
7 Christine L - pd
8 Alice B - pd
9 Susan W - pd
10 Kristen V - pd
11 Linda C - pd
12 Melanie M - pd
13 Donna A - pd
14 Cindy M - pd
15 Stephanie R - pd
16 Jackie Y - pd
17 Elaine D - pd
18 Carla D - pd
19 Lorraine P - pd
20 Rosalie B - pd
21 Ann C - pd
22 Becky O - pd
23 Kathy H - pd
24 Stacey D - pd
25 Georgine L - pd
26 Maria S - pd
27 Pam N - pd
28 Missy A - pd
29 Nancy B - pd
30 Beth S - pd
31 Cheryl J - pd
32 Catherine B - pd
33 Wendy G - pd
34 Amy F - pd

We are closed. Watch for updates over the next several days. Thank you!!!

[kmk24]

NVR cardfront only - quality please! 24 Final Count!

1. Door prize
2. Karen K
3. Donna A
4. Linda C
5. Carla D
6. Elaine D
7. Susan W
8. Jackie Y
9. Christine L
10. Stacey D
11. Dana D
12. Melanie M
13. Gayla N
14. Becky O
15. Beth S
16. Lorraine P
17. Pam N
18. Cheri J
19. Amy F
20. Nancy B
21. Catherine B
22. Stephanie R
23. Ann C
24. Georgine L

[diane617]

Stampin Up! Only card front swap. Must be current products.


Final count is 16
1 Diane TOD
2 Linda C
3 Susan W
4 Dana D
5 Kathy H
6 Alice B
7 Beth S
8 Missy A
9 Amy F
10 Nancy B
11 Wendy G
12 Catherine B
13 Gayla
14 Becky O
15 Janet S
16 doorprize

[Judy K]

Final Count 25

This swap is for cards for the guys in our lives.
It can be for any occasion, or no occasion, but geared toward a male recipient.
Let's make it a full card.

1. Door prize
2. Judy K
3. Donna A
4. Carla D
5. Elaine D
6. Susan W
7. Jackie Y
8. Stacey D
9. Dana D
10. Kathy H
11. Janet S
12. Gayla N
13. Becky O
14. Alice B
15. Beth S
16. Pam N
17. Cheri J
18. Amy F
19. Kirsten V
20. Nancy B
21. Rosalie B
22. Catherine B
23. Stephanie R
24. Ann C
25. Georgine L

[Dana's Card World]

3D Christmas themed -- Make One Get One Final count is 12 but you only make 1


Should be sized to roughly fit onto the flat of your hand.
Think: ornament, picture frame (4"x 6"), small wreath, decorated tree, or other hand-crafted item.


Please put your time & effort into creating this item since it's not a large one.



1) Dana D.
2) Linda C.
3) Christine L.
4) Stacey D.
5) Gayla N. 6) Becky O.
7)Susan W.
Beth S.
9) Kirsten V.
10) Catherine B.
11) Georgine L.
12) Judy K.

[snowcountry311]

RECIPE SWAP. 6x6. FINAL #13
ladies this is for your favorite food item.dessert,main dish,soup,etc...
the guidelines are--minimum of 2 layers of "good" card stock. stamping must be included.and of course an embellishment(or more)

1.gayla
2.linda c.
3.carla d.
4.elaine d.
5.susan w.
6.jackie y.
7.stcey d.
8.christine l.
9.Becky o.
10.cherish j.
11.nancy b.
12.ann c.13 +door prize

[evilQmom]

Final count 16

2.25 Christmas square ...here are the details.

2.25" square with colors in the Christmas Specialty DSP -- cherry cobbler, garden green, white, crumb cake , delightful Dijon (& black). To make it easy for you, there's a CS pack that coordinates, as well as a two pack of markers in cherry cobbler and garden green in the holiday catalog (pg 13). The DSP isn't required, but sticking with the listed colors is. Uses for the squares: put a dozen into a 12 x 12 frame or use them in/on scrapbook pages, ATCs, Christmas tags, card fronts, etc. The squares (2-1/4 x 2-1/4) are to be Christmas themed.

1. door prize

2. Janet S.

3. Donna A.

4. Linda C.

5. Elaine D.

6. Susan W.

7. Christine L.

8. Dana D.

9. Melanie M.

10. Kathy H.

11. Gayla N.

12. Becky O.

13. Alice B.

14. Beth S.

15. Cheri J.

16. Amy F.

[lindylou1220]

I don't ever remember a new CNY event thread being posted with no activity for nearly 24 hours! What gives?

[snowcountry311]

you already knew I was coming...
emails failed?

[CALproductions]

I didn't want to post until the okay was given and all of the spots for the different swaps were taken. Hoping to see more info on the 2 1/4 swap soon.

[lindylou1220]

Quote:

Originally Posted by snowcountry311

you already knew I was coming...
emails failed?

I did have one fail but I hope the rest got through!

[lindylou1220]

Quote:

Originally Posted by CALproductions

I didn't want to post until the okay was given and all of the spots for the different swaps were taken. Hoping to see more info on the 2 1/4 swap soon.

I expect it should be soon, Christine.

[swebb]

Hi Linda sign me up sending in my paperwork

[scrappingsue]

Sorry to miss another gathering still having some issues with my left arm and it falls on my oldest great nephews birthday so I will be out of town. Have fun.

[lindylou1220]

Got you, Susan.

We'll miss you, Sue. Put the May date on your calendar now. (Well, I know I have that here somewhere but can't put my hands on it at the moment. I'll come back with it later.) You're sure to be better by then.

[TiggyPince]

I'm in!! I'll drop off form!!

[lindylou1220]

Great, Linda.

[melaniemonette]

I'll be there!

[lindylou1220]

Glad to hear it, Melanie.

[lindylou1220]

I finally had a chance to check about the May date -- the 6th seems to be it.

[TiggyPince]

I'll do the following swaps: Recipe, NVR, SU only, Christmas square & 3D. Can't wait to see the squares! Sounds like fun! I'll bring case of water & Snickers dip

[Kewl Kat]

Registration going in the mail tomorrow. Looking forward to coming.

[lindylou1220]

Got you, Becky.

[snowcountry311]

hope you are sitting down-i'm paying through paypal NOW

[lindylou1220]

Gayla, nothing has come through.

[lindylou1220]

We are more than half-full. If you are planning to come and could let me know soon, I will add your name to the list. My experience is that usually there's a flurry of signups towards the deadline date. And, I am not going to be available for updating between approx. 9/21-9/28.

Also, if I can get a fairly accurate count now, I can try to score some of the items from the just-updated Clearance Rack for us!

[snowcountry311]

Quote:

Originally Posted by lindylou1220

Gayla, nothing has come through.

sent today.and updated the recipe swap

[lindylou1220]

You didn't send it to me because I don't have it.

[snowcountry311]

Quote:

Originally Posted by lindylou1220

You didn't send it to me because I don't have it.

many be the 3rd time will be the charmi'll redo before I go to bed.or when you wake up:p

[lindylou1220]

Got it, Gayla.

Now I need your form or its equivalent info.


TY

[snowcountry311]

Quote:

Originally Posted by lindylou1220

Got it, Gayla.

Now I need your form or its equivalent info.


TY

all swapsdonate a couple of door prizes
food-salt potatoes

[lindylou1220]

RE: Food signups

We now have our 3rd pumpkin item -- cookies, muffins & pie. I think that's plenty so please plan on something different!


I'm not dissing pumpkin and, in fact, love it; but I think we need a bit more variety. Thank you.

[Pam29]

I'm in!

[lindylou1220]

Great. Got you, Pam.

[JustAliceB]

Linda...I mailed my form on Saturday before I saw your post about enough pumpkin items. I signed up for pumpkin bars, but let me give it some thought, and I'll let you know what I decide to bring instead.