Anyone Going To The Craft & Hobby Show?

ilysa · 01-05-2008, 05:52 AM

Hi,
I was just wondering if anyone would be at the Craft & Hobby show next month in Anaheim. The show is for the trade and it is where all the craft companies go to show their products and usually where they debut new items. If you aren't attending, I plan to bring lots of pictures and video footage of the show back to share. I will be sure to get some of the many stamp booths.
Regards,
Ilysa

StampinSulli · 01-05-2008, 06:36 AM

Last year, SCS went and posted a blog about everything they found. I loved hearing from Jen and Daven about what was new at CHA.

banana.cream.pie · 01-05-2008, 07:47 AM

I plan on attending--I signed up for like 5 classes, including the quickly SOLD-OUT Tim Holtz one. I also signed up for the Suze Orman and Disney Dinner event...I went to the Summer CHA and it was the BEST fun! I can't wait to see all the new stuff the companies have come out with--just a month away now.

Joan B · 01-05-2008, 08:44 AM

consider this a whine...

Jeanne S · 01-05-2008, 08:52 AM

I'll be there!

DisneyDoll · 01-05-2008, 08:54 AM

Can anyone attend? I live 10 minutes from Anaheim and wouldn't mind going.

JulieHRR · 01-05-2008, 09:05 AM

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Originally Posted by DisneyDoll

Can anyone attend? I live 10 minutes from Anaheim and wouldn't mind going.

Actually, it's an industry/trade show, not a consumer show.

Manufacturers present their lines, and new products to retail store owners who come to see what's coming for 2008 to stock their store shelves with.

wcrasmus · 01-05-2008, 09:08 AM

I get to go with the brand new stamp company that's opening up. I'll be in the new products section under Unity Stamp Company. OMG you guys are going to be amazed at what we've got!!! I'm so excited!

Jeanne S · 01-05-2008, 09:09 AM

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Originally Posted by JulieHRR

Actually, it's an industry/trade show, not a consumer show.

Manufacturers present their lines, and new products to retail store owners who come to see what's coming for 2008 to stock their store shelves with.

More like stock our shelves.......lol

JulieHRR · 01-05-2008, 09:13 AM

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Originally Posted by Jeanne S

More like stock our shelves.......lol

Well, it's all relative, now, ain't it, Jeanne?!

*chuckle*

DisneyDoll · 01-05-2008, 09:14 AM

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Originally Posted by JulieHRR

Actually, it's an industry/trade show, not a consumer show.

Jeanne S · 01-05-2008, 09:16 AM

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Originally Posted by JulieHRR

Well, it's all relative, now, ain't it, Jeanne?!

*chuckle*

Yep!

Actually, I'm just going to CHA to stalk Julie, forget the products.

lauralooloo · 01-05-2008, 09:19 AM

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Originally Posted by wcrasmus

I get to go with the brand new stamp company that's opening up. I'll be in the new products section under Unity Stamp Company. OMG you guys are going to be amazed at what we've got!!! I'm so excited!

Hooray carrie! i am excited to be designing for you guys!!! (sorry to hijack the thread. . .back to the CHA conversation!)
i will be living vicariously through my artwork that will travel to CHA, but i won't be there in person!

willosmama · 01-05-2008, 09:26 AM

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Originally Posted by lauralooloo

Hooray carrie! i am excited to be designing for you guys!!! (sorry to hijack the thread. . .back to the CHA conversation!)
i will be living vicariously through my artwork that will travel to CHA, but i won't be there in person!

Ditto to this~

I so wish I could go~ how fun!!!

willosmama · 01-05-2008, 09:29 AM

I know miss Shannan is going~

BC Sherrie · 01-05-2008, 09:30 AM

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Originally Posted by banana.cream.pie

I plan on attending--I signed up for like 5 classes, including the quickly SOLD-OUT Tim Holtz one. I also signed up for the Suze Orman and Disney Dinner event...I went to the Summer CHA and it was the BEST fun! I can't wait to see all the new stuff the companies have come out with--just a month away now.

Oh,lucky you! I tried to get in that Tim Holtz class, no luck. I sure am looking forward to going and just experiencing the show! And to meet all my blogging friends and stamping idols!

pjw2855 · 01-05-2008, 09:34 AM

I'm really jealous. I live in New Jersey, so it's a bit far to just drive over for a couple days. I would give anything to be able to go there. I realize the purpose of it, but still the consumer can get lots of information from attending. I wish I had the $$ to take a bus trip out there to attend. I like NJ, but would certainly go out there for the CHA.

Sorry, but seeing pictures is just not the same as being there.

Patti

willosmama · 01-05-2008, 09:41 AM

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Originally Posted by JulieHRR

Actually, it's an industry/trade show, not a consumer show.

Manufacturers present their lines, and new products to retail store owners who come to see what's coming for 2008 to stock their store shelves with.

And since you seem to have a grasp of what's to come, or shall I say current trends....
What do you think will be new and exciting there? and is SCS going again???

Bluebear · 01-05-2008, 11:11 AM

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Originally Posted by JulieHRR

Well, it's all relative, now, ain't it, Jeanne?!

*chuckle*

Hey Julie....hmm...lets see...i think you need a bodyguard to go with you....or maybe a spotter.....or a stylist (nope that can't be me) ok...a coffee runner? ....or a slipper getter?

any of those ringing a bell for you? OH>...... I can make a martini too! A luggage lugger?

steubner · 01-05-2008, 11:13 AM

And I'm going to stalk Jeanne, who's going to stalk Julie.

SDiegoGal · 01-05-2008, 11:57 AM

I'm going!

ilysa · 01-05-2008, 02:16 PM

I am really looking forward to it this year. Over the summer I didn't actually attend the Tim Holtz class but just before the class I had to go in and introduce myself. He was very nice and put me in touch with Rangers polymer clay person, Debbie Tlach. I will make sure to see if I can bring back some footage of one of Tim's demos for you to see. I have press passes so I can film if the person gives me permission. I would love to meet up with anyone going. Looking forward to all the goodies there.
Regards,
Ilysa

kkelly · 01-05-2008, 07:38 PM

I can't wait to go! I think I registered for six or seven classes!

chrisations.ink · 01-05-2008, 07:46 PM

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Originally Posted by JulieHRR

Actually, it's an industry/trade show, not a consumer show.

Manufacturers present their lines, and new products to retail store owners who come to see what's coming for 2008 to stock their store shelves with.

Okay, so I'm sorely dunce and missing the point:

Can anyone attend, just not purchase? _______ yes
_______ nope

thanx!

steubner · 01-05-2008, 08:29 PM

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Originally Posted by chrisations.ink

Okay, so I'm sorely dunce and missing the point:

Can anyone attend, just not purchase? _______ yes
_______ nope

thanx!

No, you have to be a member (so either a manufacturer, distributor, teacher, or store owner) or work for one. HTH!

chrisations.ink · 01-05-2008, 08:36 PM

Got it in my nutshell!!! Thank you!!! So continue on. Who else is going????

banana.cream.pie · 01-05-2008, 08:47 PM

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Originally Posted by kkelly

I can't wait to go! I think I registered for six or seven classes!

GLAD I'm wasn't the ONLY one that signed up for a million classes! LOL!

I was actually waiting on my computer the MOMENT they OPENED up registration (being the nerd that I am!) and KNEW the Tim Holtz class would SELL OUT! $30 is WAY cheaper than other places you take his class.

I had the absolutely the BEST fun ever at the Summer show! I met so many nice ladies! There was SO MUCH to see! I think I built up my Biceps from ALL the catalogs I was dragging around in my tote!

trudee · 01-05-2008, 08:50 PM

I'll be there, and instructing in the Copic booth! I'll be at the CHF booth one day, as well!

Can't wait to see y'all!!

steubner · 01-05-2008, 10:21 PM

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Originally Posted by trudee

I'll be there, and instructing in the Copic booth! I'll be at the CHF booth one day, as well!

Can't wait to see y'all!!

YAY! That's my first stop I think...off to see you and Debbie!

friendly63 · 01-06-2008, 12:15 AM

If I give my craft room a name and sell stuff out of it does that count as my own store? I am sure I could keep my customers happy for years to come! I have all of the new gadgets and products thanks to SCS! Then can i go too? My husband says if I do this he will drive me there personally just to get my craft room cleared!

Dawn

Joan B · 01-06-2008, 12:29 AM

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Originally Posted by trudee

I'll be there, and instructing in the Copic booth! I'll be at the CHF booth one day, as well!

Can't wait to see y'all!!

NO!! This is totally not fair. You are going from NC, a mere hop skip and a jump from Virginny all the way to the evil mudsliding west coast to teach the copics? consider this my second whine of this thread!!!!!

jennelf · 01-06-2008, 05:04 AM

DisneyDoll, keep an eye out for companies that need help at the last minute. In years past, I have seen a couple of posts where a company is looking for someone in the area to help them at their booth (by getting someone local, it minimizes their cost for airfare, hotel, etc.).

I won't be going to this show - just too hard to get out to the west coast while the boys are in school. See you in Chicago!

ilysa · 01-06-2008, 05:22 AM

Trudee,
We are doing a show on Copic markers, Copic sent us samples to use on the show as well. We are definitely stopping by the booth, do you have your schedule?
Regards,
Ilysa

DisneyDoll · 01-06-2008, 06:25 AM

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Originally Posted by jennelf

DisneyDoll, keep an eye out for companies that need help at the last minute. In years past, I have seen a couple of posts where a company is looking for someone in the area to help them at their booth (by getting someone local, it minimizes their cost for airfare, hotel, etc.).

Oooh.......Jenn! SUPER heads up on that one! I'll have to keep on scanning the boards for someone needing help! I'm VERY personable, so would be great to have @ a booth! And then I could scream "It's JULIE!" or "WOW! BadSherry!" when those people come up to the booth. (Hee, hee!)

jpmayo · 01-06-2008, 06:32 AM

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Originally Posted by friendly63

If I give my craft room a name and sell stuff out of it does that count as my own store? I am sure I could keep my customers happy for years to come! I have all of the new gadgets and products thanks to SCS! Then can i go too? My husband says if I do this he will drive me there personally just to get my craft room cleared!

Dawn

I know that I have read here somewhere in the past that if you are a SU demonstrator, hence you are a "teacher", you can go to this show. Dont know when or where I read this but I swear I did...
HTH!

jpmayo · 01-06-2008, 06:37 AM

Ok, on the CHA application it says:

Educator/Demonstrator: is a home party direct sales cpnsultant interested in learning about industry products but does not have any buying authority from their company's corporate office.

That's me...now how to get to CA.....hmmmm
LOL

Stamping Bella · 01-06-2008, 06:41 AM

I am going also to stalk shannan who is stalking jeanne who is stalking Julie! Chicago was a BLAST so will Anaheim... no classes for me... I am type a and can't sit still.. Nicky and I will be walking and walking and walking and hopefully finding AMAZING goodeez...

And maybe go on "it;s a small world"..LOL!

Stamping Bella · 01-06-2008, 06:41 AM

Michelle (Disneydoll).. maybe we can meet and go shopping? LOL.. would love to see that gorgeous face of yours!

mwah!
Em

steubner · 01-06-2008, 07:10 AM

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Originally Posted by Stamping Bella

I am going also to stalk shannan who is stalking jeanne who is stalking Julie! Chicago was a BLAST so will Anaheim... no classes for me... I am type a and can't sit still.. Nicky and I will be walking and walking and walking and hopefully finding AMAZING goodeez...

And maybe go on "it;s a small world"..LOL!

I can't stalk you if you're stalking me!!!!!!!!!!

trudee · 01-06-2008, 06:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Stamping Bella

I am going also to stalk shannan who is stalking jeanne who is stalking Julie! Chicago was a BLAST so will Anaheim... no classes for me... I am type a and can't sit still.. Nicky and I will be walking and walking and walking and hopefully finding AMAZING goodeez...

And maybe go on "it;s a small world"..LOL!

What am I? Chopped livah? *humpf*

*flips hair*