Summer Lovin'...Had Me a Blast...Swansea SU Retreat Nattering

[Chrissie]

Who's coming on the Scrappers Unlimited Swansea Summer Time Out then? Come and chat here and let's get some summer lovin' going on! :lol:

[Julia]

Yey I'm first on, that doesn't happen very often!
Sooo as Chrissie says who's coming to Swansea for some sun & surf?

[Chrissie]

Me me me!!! *Chrissie puts her hands up and starts waving excitedly*

[Julia]

Me too! I love Swansea, DH will be very jealous!

[Amber-Dawn]

I spose i'll come along then!!!

[Chrissie]

And you KNOW we are SO taking people to the Mumbles for a Joe's Ice-Cream!!!!!! (best ice-cream in the British Isles I tell thee, and you can ONLY get it in Swansea)

[Chrissie]

I spose i'll come along then!!!

Woo hooooooo! :P

Shall we all scrap in flip-flops and shorts then? Sitting in deckchairs?

[Amber-Dawn]

I don't think that the general public is ready to see me in shorts!!

Is there a Gloucester 3 thread?

[Chrissie]

Just about to start one :)

[Amber-Dawn]

And you KNOW we are SO taking people to the Mumbles for a Joe's Ice-Cream!!!!!! (best ice-cream in the British Isles I tell thee, and you can ONLY get it in Swansea)

Oh my word!!! Joe's ice-cream is a MUST for this retreat, better give em advance warning that 30 odd scrapbooking ladies are on their way for ice-cream.

[Jilly]

Afternoon all - so glad to be joining you on this!! Sounds like it will be brilliant - but might need to tell DH I need a new camera!! Maybe I'd better leave it a day or two til the shock of paying for two Retreats on the same day has worn off!!!!

[Chrissie]

I don't think that the general public is ready to see me in shorts!!

Me neither! But they may just HAVE to see me in a swimming costume because that pool is LUSH (having seen in IRL already of course). And as for the gym!!! You guys who are gym people are going to die when you see the gym...it's AMAZING (even I was impressed and I don't like running :wacko: )

[Chrissie]

Afternoon all - so glad to be joining you on this!! Sounds like it will be brilliant - but might need to tell DH I need a new camera!! Maybe I'd better leave it a day or two til the shock of paying for two Retreats on the same day has worn off!!!!

Oh he'll be fiiiiiiine. You have to rave on about how very much cheaper the Swansea one was and what a total bargain it is and how it would be a crime NOT to go at those prices anyway...blah blah blah :lol:

[Julia]

Mmmmmm Joe's......

[Linz]

LOL, and I think a block booking at Joe's might be needed :)

[Dibby]

Shall we all scrap in flip-flops and shorts then? Sitting in deckchairs?

With blankets wrapped around us.

[Chrissie]

With blankets wrapped around us.

Bwaaahaaahaaa!

She's referring to me last summer; I'd show you the pic but I can't find it.

[Pennyk]

just bookmarking 2 threads on the go. Wonder how many we might get through this time. Shall we open a book?

[Linz]

Bwaaahaaahaaa!

She's referring to me last summer; I'd show you the pic but I can't find it.

If you want me to I can post it :)

[ruthy]

Hi All (waving madly....)

OOOH ICE CREAM.....!!!! Now thats not fair! By the summer I'm going to look a sight in a swimming cossie but I can definately go with scrapping on a sunlounger!! I'm a retreat virgin so Im looking for you all to lead me astray (although Penny & Linz will probably tell you I don't need much encouragement :D )

Ruth

[Pennyk]

I will warn them all about you Girlie!!!:)

[ruthy]

Its all true - unfortunately!!

Will try & get my mind out of the gutter by then but not holding out much hope!

[Chrissie]

OOOH ICE CREAM.....!!!! Now thats not fair! By the summer I'm going to look a sight in a swimming cossie but I can definately go with scrapping on a sunlounger!!

I think I might need to explain to everyone that Ruth is 'with child' :D (yey!)

I'm a retreat virgin...

But obviously not the other sort though :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: (I'm so funny ^_^ )

[Mammy Hen]

Hi everyone, I'm booked and hoping for some camera hints. DH bought me a Digital SLR for Christmas and I still have it set on auto.

This sounds like a brilliant weekend.

Yes Jilly you will need a new camera.

Mary

[NattieG]

ok! ok! I wanna book option 4!!

Chrissie - what will chucking out time at night be for full day delegates, and will they feed me some grub at tea time?!!

Will the class prices be similar to Brecons 2? (Just so I can get a rough figure in my head?) Need to do some number crunching with OH first (ooooh - and I've got a voucher to use!!)

I'm soooo excited at the prospect of a retreat on my doorstep that I just swallowed four jam donuts in rather quick sucession and almost whole!!

xxxx

[NattieG]

Also - I've got the 28th July down as a 12 hour South Wales crop? Is that right or am I fick or summit?!! :wacko: :lol:

[Dibby]

I've got that date down too for the crop Nat, kept meaning to check and kept forgetting!

[Chrissie]

ok! ok! I wanna book option 4!!

Chrissie - what will chucking out time at night be for full day delegates, and will they feed me some grub at tea time?!!

Will the class prices be similar to Brecons 2? (Just so I can get a rough figure in my head?) Need to do some number crunching with OH first (ooooh - and I've got a voucher to use!!)

I'm soooo excited at the prospect of a retreat on my doorstep that I just swallowed four jam donuts in rather quick sucession and almost whole!!

xxxx

So many questions! :lol:

Chucking out time will be as late as you like (midnight, one am...you just can't stay all night at your desk! :lol: )

Yes, the price of the full day delegate package includes lunches and dinners.

Class prices will be £8.50 each.

:D :D :D Come on Nat, you know you want to :lol:

[Chrissie]

Also - I've got the 28th July down as a 12 hour South Wales crop? Is that right or am I fick or summit?!! :wacko: :lol:

The 12 hour S Wales Crop will still go ahead for those who aren't coming on the retreat, and will be run by someone else that day :)

[NattieG]

I wanna I wanna! Still haven't persuaded OH yet though :( He thinks it's his turn "to do something". Silly man.

The next card I'll be playing is that my voucher has to be used by August :lol: Any other persuasive techniques that you can suggest I could employ?!!!

How nice of those friendly peeps to run the SW crop without you :) xx

[stickysquirrel]

The next card I'll be playing is that my voucher has to be used by August :lol: Any other persuasive techniques that you can suggest I could employ?!!!

Well there is always the obvious one Nat!!!:lol: .......




















A box of Maltesers works for my DH everytime!!:lol:

[Amber-Dawn]

or .... dare I say it.... ask him whilst in the throws of romantic relations!!

[stickysquirrel]

With a box of Maltesers!!!

[Chrissie]

:lol: :lol:

What do you DO exactly with the box of Maltesers Fi, whilst in the throes of romantic relations? :blink: The mind boggles.

[xxpaddler]

Just joining in.... I am going on my own......so excited.
I have never been to a retreat, or even a crop before. I have just been winging it on my own, with guidance from this board - which has been excellent. I love the cybercrops and find they really get me on a roll.
I will not resist if you guys try to lead me astray! It is my first holiday in decades.. so I am open to pretty much anything!

[Chrissie]

Aw bless ya...you'll have a blast! :D :D

We'll introduce you to the ways of Fiona's sticky willies. :P

[xxpaddler]

Sticky Willies?? Wow, this is sounding more and more interesting all the time!

[Linz]

Hi Paddler (come on spill the beans, what's your real name :) )

Welcome to the madhouse :)

[Pennyk]

Welcome to the boards Paddler, You will have a great time at swansea we are if I say so myself ,a big ,friendly family of mad girlies:D :D

[Dibby]

Pinny - just pm'ing you know who now!

[NattieG]

With a box of Maltesers!!!

He's not budging - maltesers and all!! :lol: haven't had the opportunity to try Ambers suggestion (thaaaaaaank goodness!!)

He wants a wooden patio set apparently - I told him that it was a strange coincidence that one of the proposed Swansea classes was to make just that from patterned paper and buttons! Even stranger that he didn't believe me I reckon!!

Bummer :( :lol: :lol:

[NattieG]

Just joining in.... I am going on my own......so excited.
I have never been to a retreat, or even a crop before. I have just been winging it on my own, with guidance from this board - which has been excellent. I love the cybercrops and find they really get me on a roll.
I will not resist if you guys try to lead me astray! It is my first holiday in decades.. so I am open to pretty much anything!

You'll have an absolute ball! I just went (alone) to my first retreat with this lot, and they were just too darn fabby and welcoming for words :) xxx

[xxpaddler]

Forgot about my name....It is Karen. Been living under the alter ego of xxpaddler for so long I forget that not everyone knows me by that!

[ruthy]

Hi Karen

Its my first time to a retreat too, but I know some of the nutters (er I mean lovely ladies who scrap...and chat....and chat...) from a crop I go to & they really are lovely & welcoming!!

You will have a blast.....
:D

However am not sure myself about the sticky wiilies...

Ruth

[Jilly]

mmmm........sticky willies are delish!!!!!

[stickysquirrel]

Hello retreat virgins I am the Sticky Willy Queen. Who is your fantasy willie? Let me know and I'll make sure it's in the box for you!!! They are really very delish!!!

[Chrissie]

We've just had another booking for this retreat. It's going to be so cool! Lots of 'new' people and very chilled in a FANTASTIC hotel (you wait and see how lush it is...very posh!)

[Chrissie]

You'll have an absolute ball! I just went (alone) to my first retreat with this lot, and they were just too darn fabby and welcoming for words :) xxx

Can't you come just for a day Nat??? :(

[Pennyk]

Nat you just gotta come Hun! Tell OH we'll all be round to sort him out if he dont change his mind:)

[Linz]

Right thinking caps on to persuade Nat's OH :)

Tell you need to have something to look forward to incase you don't get into Uni and that you need to book it now because places are becoming limited.

Or to cover the other side, then say it will be a celebratory gift for you getting into Uni :)

[Chrissie]

Tell him it was between there and Gloucester and think of all the petrol you'd save by not going to Gloucester (don't mention that Gloucester's full anyway! :lol: )

[Dibby]

Go to the next South Wales crop, and tell him you won the raffle, and the prize was tickets to the retreat!

Surprising what I've won in raffles over the years .......

[Pennyk]

Go to the next South Wales crop, and tell him you won the raffle, and the prize was tickets to the retreat!

Surprising what I've won in raffles over the years .......
You too Dibby. Naughty girl!:lol:

[arianwen]

I'm coming:wub: :wub: :wub:

Dh has coughed up for my birthday, but i have to pay for classes and stash myself;)

Looking forward to meeting everyone, I am a retreat virgin, but I do go to a crop every week. I am imagining a two day crop with ice cream interludes is that correct?

My other question is, is there going to be a retailer there or do we bring all our stash ourselves? What about equipment like cutting mats and trimmers? I'm asking because I have to get everything I need into my baggage allowance (20KG.....and i suppose I will need SOME other stuff for four weeks in the UK) and I don't want to have to worry about stuff I don't need because they will be there.
I am thinking of making myself up some page kits (for want of a better word) which I can add to or change if I see something better there to buy.
How many pages would you do in a retreat, I know it will depend on how many classes you do, I think I will book a class for each day, and then free scrapping time I'm quite a quick worker, can do 3 SLOs in a crop (9-1pm) if I'm not distracted by too much chatting, not that that is a bad thing:lol: :lol:

Oh and is it possible to have two countdown thingies in my sig so I can have one for the retreat too?

[Chrissie]

So many questions :D :lol: Anyone would think you were super excited. If someone doesn't get to you before me (as I have absolutely no time today and I need to leave for a seminar in Reading soon...back on Sunday) I shall answer you Monday.

What's your 'real' name btw (I don't have an arianwen on my booking list :o )

SO pleased you're coming :D :D :D

[Dibby]

Morning Chrissie - busy here too - have a good weekend and safe trip.

Arienwen, you'll have a ball!

[Chrissie]

So...Pinny and Dibby have changed their user names. Tooooooo funny!!!! :lol:

[Pennyk]

Ain't it just the funniest thing, everytime I look at it I PMSL:lol: :lol:

[Dibby]

I would laugh, but I left Cardiff half an hour ago, so I'm not really here - byeeee!

[Linz]

Morning Dibby :)

OK Arianwen I will try to answer some of your questions in Chrissie's absence :)

Yes there will be a shop there (it's me :) ) - cutters and mats are normally bring your own but if you would like me to then I can lend you one of mine (you can choose from Fiskars or Zision) to save you using up your luggage allowance. Just remind me closer to the time as my memory is a complete sieve at times :)

Not really the right person to ask about how many LO's at a retreat as I'm usually working, but it all depends on how much you like to chat/eat/drink/eat/chat etc.... :)

Re the ticker, I'm not sure on that one - maybe a note to SMAX or a question in the technical forum might get the info - although to be honest even if they can they would probably prefer you not to until after the Cybercrop.

[Linz]

So...Pinny and Dibby have changed their user names. Tooooooo funny!!!! :lol:

Oy I thought you were too busy to be on here missus :)

[Pennyk]

I would laugh, but I left Cardiff half an hour ago, so I'm not really here - byeeee!





get going dibby girl you will be late!

[Chrissie]

I'm printing like a mad woman possessed as I sit here :) 150 instructions sheets and 30 x 6 page handouts!!!! (I'm so tired...packed kits till 2am)

[arianwen]

What's your 'real' name btw (I don't have an arianwen on my booking list :o )



Sorry it's Fiona:lol:

[arianwen]

if you would like me to then I can lend you one of mine (you can choose from Fiskars or Zision) to save you using up your luggage allowance. Just remind me closer to the time as my memory is a complete sieve at times :)

.

That's really kind of you, will see how the luggage is looking and get in touch nearer the time:wub:

[Chrissie]

Sorry it's Fiona:lol:

Aha!!! NOW I know who you are :lol: Croeso!

[arianwen]

Diolch yn fawr!

Can I just say, I have given you mum's address in the booking details, so if you are sending anything send there, but anything that needs a response, needs to come to my email as not in country til the 19th

[Chrissie]

Thanks :D

[stickysquirrel]

2 x Fi's!!!!! Now there's a scrap load of trouble!!Whose ya willy Fi from afar?

[Amber-Dawn]

It's ok Fiona, I'm staying in Fi's room so don't be scared, i'll protect you!!!

[xxpaddler]

OK.. looks like I am the only one who hasn't a clue what this 'sticky willy' is... anyone gonna clue me in?

[arianwen]

I believe it is made out of calorie filled yummy stuff and shaped into a rude shape, but i may stand corrected!

[stickysquirrel]

It is yummy but not at all rude!!!

[Jilly]

I never got time to eat mine last year at Gloucester - it sat on my table waiting to be eaten but we got soooo many scrummy meals and lots of choccy from our swap boxes I couldn't fit it in!!! Will try harder this time!!

[xxpaddler]

curouser and curioser!

[stickysquirrel]

:o Jilly!!! You didn't eat ya willy!! How rude!!!!:lol: Definatetly must try harder next time or I'll make yours a soft one and you know what they say about a soft willy!!!:unsure:

[NattieG]

It is yummy but not at all rude!!!
Indeed! I must admit that I was quite disappointed that my sticky willy wasn't more, well, .....willy shaped.... at Brecon!! :lol:

[Julia]

hello ladies, it's all gone vey quiet on here has everyone been out enjoying this fab weather?

[Chrissie]

That's where they've all gone Julia. They're not sitting at their computers...they're sitting on their patios! :lol:

[Jilly]

I'm still here - but all the chat seems to be 'in Gloucester' !!!! Any news on classes or anything yet Chrissie?

[arianwen]

I'm here too, just waiting for news on the classes

[Pennyk]

Well today has been the worst day-Last night the fox paid my DH's hens a visit. This morning as per normal 5-30 off he goes to feed the hens approx 60. He got to the hen house to be greeted by 40 of his beloved hens strewn across the run dead!!!!. To say he was gutted it an understatment. And do you know the worst thing- it's his B/day!!!!!:(

[Dibby]

Aw Pen, how awful, he must be so upset.

I am sorry.

[Pennyk]

He is mad as heck-all he can think of is revenge on the fox. I didn't help by saying it was nature. He reckons he was singled out by the fox:lol: I shouldn't laugh. But, yes Debbie he is pretty much upset.

[Jilly]

Oh Penny - that's awful.................give him some ((((((((((((((((((hugs)))))))))))) from us. xx

[Chrissie]

Oh poor hens. What a silly fox...he couldn't possibly have eaten that many could he? (the fox I mean)

And I was going to ask you to bring some eggs on Saturday as well :(

[Pennyk]

He might enjoy that,- hugs that is , a bit to much and forgive the fox:D !

[Pennyk]

Oh poor hens. What a silly fox...he couldn't possibly have eaten that many could he? (the fox I mean)

And I was going to ask you to bring some eggs on Saturday as well :(
No Chrissie thats the point , the fox didn't eat any of them just killed them!!! We still have a dozen hens that have survived- dont know if they are in the mood to lay. But if they do I'll bring some:)

[Chrissie]

Sounds more like the behaviour of a dog than a fox. I know foxes are blighters for this sort of thing, but they are wild animals after something to eat. Dogs tend to do this sort of killing (e.g. sheep worrying)

[Pennyk]

It is also the way foxes behave as well. It wouldn't be so bad if they ate all they killed but they dont. The neighbour whom also had hens suffered the same fate as us just last week.

[Dibby]

There was a chappy on the radio yesterday who said that foxes killed as many as they could, and then made "a mess" on what he didn't eat so that another fox couldn't eat them either.

Nice.

[Chrissie]

Guess they are just wild dogs after all then. I feel so bad for your husband Pen.

[stickysquirrel]

Oh Pinny what a terrible thing to happen! My friend in school has chickens and a goose who tells her with excessive honking if a fox is nearby!!!

[xxpaddler]

What a horrible birthday surprise! I have never had experience with hens... although a friend's neighbour used to keep peacocks and boy, were they noisy!

[stickysquirrel]

BTW I'm loving your pussy.

[xxpaddler]

:o

[stickysquirrel]

Did you not know that we all show our pussies at the retreat?!!

[xxpaddler]

I am thinking I am gonna need some kind of primmer on this..... it is like an alien world! ;)

[stickysquirrel]

You have no idea!!!!

[Pennyk]

And you best believe Fiona!!!!!

[Chrissie]

Karen, just ignore them all. They're rude and I have to put on my teacher voice all the time with them.

Which they blithely ignore. :lol: :lol:

[xxpaddler]

Actually, it is beginning to sound more and more like a Friday afternoon at work!

[stickysquirrel]

Karen, just ignore them all. They're rude and I have to put on my teacher voice all the time with them.

Which they blithely ignore. :lol: :lol:
Absolutely!!!!:lol:

[xxpaddler]

Just wondering how many are signed up for the retreat.

[arianwen]

I was wondering when the classes are going to be confirmed and put on website so we can book

[Chrissie]

Sorry I've been AWOL for a few days! :lol: Life...it's so damn busy!

Right...there are currently 30 people going to the Swansea retreat (but I've had 3 bookings this week, and so that may very well change again). I'm only taking another 10 absolute tops though.

And the classes will be available to book by the end of June :D :D :D Fiona's going to be doing a FAB and UNIQUE class...you'll all be booking that one. :)

[xxpaddler]

Way cool.... I am really looking forward to it.

[stickysquirrel]

And the classes will be available to book by the end of June :D :D :D Fiona's going to be doing a FAB and UNIQUE class...you'll all be booking that one. :)
Oh you flatter me so!!! What are you like?!!!:D Fab and unique just like me;)

[Amber-Dawn]

I was wondering when the classes are going to be confirmed and put on website so we can book

Firstly the teachers need to have a class to teachand then you'll be the first to know about it!!!!:P :D

[stickysquirrel]

Working on MY class right now!! Well, not right now as I just popped on here on my way to have a comfort break and to check if my parcel is on it's way. However I do need an essential item so that I can finish it. That item is....................:stop: ^_^ Can't tell you!!!:nono: You may be pleased to hear that it only involves a likkle bit of mess,:rolleyes: and no shrink plastic!!!:P

[Linz]

Firstly the teachers need to have a class to teachand then you'll be the first to know about it!!!!:P :D



ain't that the truth:rolleyes:

[carolann2151]

HI Girls - I booked on the first day it came on the SU site and for Gloucester 3 I am very excited about coming along - have a couple of friends who have been before and have recommended so HERE I COME GIRLS.............

[carolann2151]

Sorry I've been AWOL for a few days! :lol: Life...it's so damn busy!

Right...there are currently 30 people going to the Swansea retreat (but I've had 3 bookings this week, and so that may very well change again). I'm only taking another 10 absolute tops though.

And the classes will be available to book by the end of June :D :D :D Fiona's going to be doing a FAB and UNIQUE class...you'll all be booking that one. :)

Will everyone get an opportunity to do all the different classes or if they fill up is it tough luck?

[stickysquirrel]

Sometimes if the classes fill up the class will run again!

[xxpaddler]

I will need some hints and tips on what to bring.
I guess I will need some paper, and of course, all the basic tools I usually use.
Will we be told what size photos are needed for the classes, kinda like on a cyber crop here?
I really have no clue about this but I dont want to waste the opportunity by not having things I need.
I would be grateful for any help.
(PS - I am driving down, so space is not really an issue, except I am going away on holiday immediately after the retreat, so do need room for my holiday stuff in the car too!)

[stickysquirrel]

Well, bring all the really essential tools trimmer ,scissors, craft mat, herma, etc, etc, embellies, some paper and cardstock if you have projects to do but really you don't need to do that as the shops always have what you really want!!! You will get a list with each class telling you what to bring and what's provided, plus what photos, tools etc. Anyway you only have to shout and everyone will give or lend you things you haven't got, we are a very friendly bunch! Don't worry we all bring far too much, well I do anyway and half of it never sees the light of day. I'm a bring coz I'll need it if I haven't got it kinda person. You'll have a lovely time all Scrapper's Unlimited retreats are very relaxed affairs and everyone is friendly!! And if you are too clever we burn you and your LO and make embossing powder from your ashes!!!

[Pennyk]

Ain't that the truth- the burning bit I mean:D

[xxpaddler]

:) somehow I dont think I am in danger of being burned and turned into embossing powder!
I guess if I sort out some good photos.... and bring a little stash, I should be fine with the class kits....
I am excited... definitely want to do the photo class.... because I need help there, plus, I am off to Newfoundland on 30 July to see my best friend whom I have not seen in 3 years. I am tagging it all into one trip..... what fun!

[Julia]

Only 2 days til I'm off to CK Convention in Manchester, NH. I'm only a little excited!!!!!!!

[Linz]

OK, just rub it in a little Julia :)

Are you still OK for 9th June ? Trying to finalise the classes etc... :)

[Chrissie]

9th June? *Chrissie looks confused*

[Linz]

Sorry for confusion Chrissie - my place :) - will pm Julia :)

[Julia]

About an hour now til I'm off to the airport:) I'll try not to miss you all too much, will think of you all while I'm stash shopping;)

[Linz]

Of course you will - NOT :)

[Jilly]

Have a fab time Julia!! I'm not too jealous cos I'm off to Holland in a couple of weeks!!

[Chrissie]

Hi all :D

Linz and her family came to see the hotel we're staying in this weekend. What did you think Linz? :P

[Linz]

It was fantastic, if you make allowance for the foyer carpet :)

The rooms we are having are spacious and light, the hotel staff were very pleasant and all the amenities I saw looked great.

Definately take your swimming cossie as the pool is superb and Tina my love, you don't know what your missing by not coming - the gym was out of this world :)

[Jilly]

Sounds fab .......................but what was wrong with the foyer carpet????

[Chrissie]

It's what I imagine a bad trip on acid being like.

:wacko: :wacko: :wacko:

[Jilly]

:wacko: :wacko: :wacko: :lol: :lol: :lol:

[Julia]

I'm back, had a great time but am feeling very jet-lagged! My cedit card is hurting, got lot's of great stuff and everyone is going to be after Fiona's new stamps!

[Amber-Dawn]

What have you gone and got for her now?? She doesn't need any encouraging.

Glad you're back, did you have a good time?

[Pennyk]

Welcome home Julia, hope you had agreat time, and that you will not be spending the rest of the year paying off your credit card:D :D :D

[arianwen]

jUst waving hi to you all, just booked my dinner:D

getting excited now

[Julia]

Thanks Penny, it was worth it!

[Pennyk]

jUst waving hi to you all, just booked my dinner:D

getting excited now

Hi there I booked my dinner for both retreats last night- not to long now:)

[Jilly]

I booked mine meals too - don't they look scrummy - especially getting TWO puddings - what a fab idea!!!!

[arianwen]

Am liking the two pudding idea too, have had to go for the strawberries on the friday though! (the ones we get here are a bit on the imported tastless side!)

[ruthy]

OK, what am I doing wrong.... I can't find anything on the retreat page about meals or things to book? Am I missing something or just way too blonde to be allowed to go or what??

HELP..............

Ruth

[Chrissie]

All the instructions on how to get to the right page are on the email I sent Ruth :D

[xxpaddler]

Waaahhhhhhhhh... what is all this about dinner bookings? I cant see how it works.... ooppss. let me check my other email account, perhaps something is in there...
Panic over... found the email........made my choices. What a challenge that was!

[scrapjunkie]

Just think, 2 months from now, it'll all be over. . .!!! Been thinking about what pages I want to create during the retreat so I can get some photos printed . . . gonna find it hard to plan all my pages in advance . . .usually print everything as I go along and use the computer for EVERYTHING!!!

How many layouts do you think it's possible to get done in one weekend? Don't want to run out!!!

[xxpaddler]

I am waiting to see what classes come up. I have never been to a crop or a retreat before, so have no clue what so ever! I am just winging it and hoping to relax and enjoy meeting people while learning something new.
I do have some photos I want to scrap which I have not tried yet, but will wait a little while before printing them out. Need photo sizes!

[Pennyk]

I always used to put page projects together ,but never did them. So at the last retreat in Breacon I didn't really take any and I went shopping as and when I need stuff coz there are a couple of real good stash shops at the retreat-everythg you'll want and that bit extra:)

[xxpaddler]

I think I might take some lovely papers with me. If I dont use them I may be able to get coordinating bazzil to go with them for when I do.

[scrapjunkie]

Oooh, now there's a thought - shop as you go along!!! Although, I am trying to make a dent in my existing stash before buying any more . . .remind me of that when I see the shop!!!!

When are the classes gonna be revealed btw? I need something to get excited about!!!

[stickysquirrel]

when we little scrap genies get our arses into gear!!! Well I have sorted mine out just needs big mommas big thumbs up and away we go!!!

[Amber-Dawn]

Stop showing off Fi :P

[Chrissie]

just needs big mommas big thumbs up

"Big Momma" <_< Mmmmm....

[stickysquirrel]

:rolleyes: Big Momma as in La Grande Fromage Chrissie!!

[stickysquirrel]

Oooh, now there's a thought - shop as you go along!!! Although, I am trying to make a dent in my existing stash before buying any more . . .remind me of that when I see the shop!!!! You can never have too much stash!!!:lol:

[NattieG]

Working on MY class right now!! You may be pleased to hear that it only involves a likkle bit of mess,:rolleyes: and no shrink plastic!!!:P

:lol: You'd be ever so proud of me Fiona - I've bought some shrink plastic to make some more of those beautiful teeny books!! Only thing is I'm terrified to give it a go without you and Sue by my side with industrial sized pokey tools to hold it down as I heat it !!!!!

[stickysquirrel]

Go Nattie go Nattie!! Just give it a blast, after all it's only a little bit of plastic woman!!!:lol: :lol: BTW I am ever so proud of you:wub:

[Sue Bailey]

:lol: You'd be ever so proud of me Fiona - I've bought some shrink plastic to make some more of those beautiful teeny books!! Only thing is I'm terrified to give it a go without you and Sue by my side with industrial sized pokey tools to hold it down as I heat it !!!!!

:lol: :lol: :lol:

[stickysquirrel]

Are you feeling much more betterer Sue? Missed you last month!

[Sue Bailey]

Yep! Fighting fit, thanks.

[stickysquirrel]

Fighting fit? Oh that sounds a bit scary coming from you!!! I'll sit away from you at the crop shall I? Although I do have new stamps you may want to stroke!!

[Sue Bailey]

Ummmmm....new stamps!

Actually I can understand your fear. I can be a bit scary apparently!! But I am feeling all benevolent today so you'll be OK.
I have a 'new to me' car! It's very exciting!! You can stroke it if you like!

[Chrissie]

Stroke it??? I wanna REV it!! :lol:

[Sue Bailey]

It doesn't 'rev'...it's a laydee!

Do you remember my 306 sounded like it was wound up by clockwork. This car is so quiet!

[Chrissie]

It doesn't 'rev'...it's a laydee!

:lol: :lol:

[Chrissie]

Just to let you know... we are having 'frame your scrapbook' class at the retreat by Fiona, and examples (but NOT the actual class) have been posted on my blog. :D

Link below

[Pennyk]

Seen them !!! They are really special - what a fabby pressie they would make.

[xxpaddler]

lovely.

[NattieG]

Hi guys!

Guess what - I'm coming too! yay :) xxx

[Julia]

yey Nat welcome to the madness!

[Pennyk]

Happy Birthday Sue:)

[Chrissie]

Happy Birthday Susie-Woo!!! Have a lovely day (you certainly got the sunshine, that's for sure!!!) :wub:

[Julia]

Happy Birthday Sue! Don't work too hard!

Sunshine? It's raining here!

[Chrissie]

:o :o Are you serious!!!!? It's absolutely stunning here...perfect summer morning. 18 degrees when I took Celyn to school at 8.50, so by lunchtime it's going to a scorcher!

Perhaps the sun will move your way during the day :)

[Julia]

Hope so just got wet dropping Cerys off at school!

[stickysquirrel]

Birpy Hapday Sue!!! Yep it's drizzling here too! No school for me woohoo!! 'Training' day. Yeah right!! Well for once I don't have to go into school,-working from home!! Usually we are stuck in some sweaty room listening to some equally sweaty person going 'blah blah blah!' Not today, however I do have some paper work to do. Yep it's scrapping!!!!:lol:

[Chrissie]

Hope so just got wet dropping Cerys off at school!

Well, if it's raining as far as Bridgend Sue, you need to head this way to the Gower or Mumbles for your birthday jollies, as it's completely beautiful here. 25 degrees now...patio door's open...eating lunch in the garden, parasol's up sort of weather B)

[Pennyk]

It's really warm here as well. Although, a bit muggy. But hey is warm and dry!:)

[Sue Bailey]

Thanks for the birthday wishes. The weather has been glorious thanks. No work for me....it is a rule of mine never to work on your birthday! Been spending the day doing 'me' stuff and we are off out for dinner later.

[Pennyk]

Nice one Sue!!!:) :)

[Amber-Dawn]

Glad you're having a nice day Sue :)

[NattieG]

Happy Birthday Sue :D xxx

[Little_Miss_Gem]

I'm gatecrashing to say Happy Birthday Sue :D Hope you've had a great day! xxx

[Pennyk]

Ariawen- Happy Birthday! Have a great dayxx:)

[Chrissie]

Ooo well spotted Penny!! Happy birthday Ariawen!!!

Lovely weather for you (here...has the rest of Britain caught up with us yet?) B)

[arianwen]

Ooo well spotted Penny!! Happy birthday Ariawen!!!

Lovely weather for you (here...has the rest of Britain caught up with us yet?) B)

Well thank you very much ladies, been to my crop this morning, so a good day really.

not sure about the UK, but weather in KL is grey and thundery:rolleyes:

[Linz]

Happy Birthday for yesterday Sue - had a day away from PC :)

Happy Birthday today Arianwen (sorry forgotten your name :) )

[Chrissie]

Oh of COURSE! Silly me! :lol: :lol: Well, let's hope that the weather fairies bring glorious British summer sunshine to Swansea between 26-28 July eh? :D

[Jilly]

Just spent the last five days in Holland with Mary - we had a complete blast!!! So now we're very much looking forward to our next trip - to Swansea - can't wait to see you all again!!

Happy Birthdays to Sue and Airanwen - sorry I missed the right days!!!

[Chrissie]

Was it good? Must get me to one of those one of these days. Did you meet Lisa B?

[Jilly]

Was it good? Must get me to one of those one of these days. Did you meet Lisa B?

Brilliant!!!! Sure you would love it Chrissie!
I didn't 'meet' Lisa but took two of her classes which were fab! Have to say tho my favourite was Jen Starr - she was wonderful and I loved what she did. Also did a great class with Karen Burniston and another good one with Lida de Witte. It was all excellent value for money - class kits were fab. I also won a prize for a brag book I entered into a competition!!! Was soooon chuffed about that!!!

[stickysquirrel]

Happy Bithday Arianwen!!!

[Chrissie]

Brilliant!!!! Sure you would love it Chrissie!
I didn't 'meet' Lisa but took two of her classes which were fab! Have to say tho my favourite was Jen Starr - she was wonderful and I loved what she did. Also did a great class with Karen Burniston and another good one with Lida de Witte. It was all excellent value for money - class kits were fab. I also won a prize for a brag book I entered into a competition!!! Was soooon chuffed about that!!!

I'm very jealous. And I would love to go to Holland too (never been). Perhaps I could persuade a friend to come with me (she speaks fluent Dutch! :lol: Not that that would matter as most Dutch speak good English, but it would be fun to learn stuff...I like languages).

[NattieG]

Happy Birthday for yesterday Arianwen :) A crop on your birthday?! Needless to say you must have had a lovely day then! :) xxx

[Jilly]

Morning all - just been looking at the frame thingy on Chrissie's blog that Fiona is doing a class on - looks fantastic!! Can't wait for classes to go live. Any idea when it might be Chrissie?
Think Mary is around somewhere on UKS at the mo? Hi Mary!!

[Mammy Hen]

I'm here Jilly and I'm waving. Hi girls just saying hello and looking forward to meeting friends old and new in Swansea. Sorry I don't come on UKS very often but really busy in house and garden.

Mary

[Chrissie]

Classes should go live on 28 June (1 month before the retreat) :P

[stickysquirrel]

But I must add ya not doing 'that frame' thingy as on Chrissie's blog!!!!

[Jilly]

Thanx for that Chrissie - was sure it would be next week while I'm away!! So glad its not yet!!! I assume we'll be able to book extra nights at the same time?

[Chrissie]

Yes, absolutely. The frames on my blog are NOT the class by the way. Just that we're doing scrapbooking in and of a frame :)

[NattieG]

Hey everyone! Out enjoying this lovely sunshine?! xxx

[Pennyk]

Hey there Nat- it been a fabby day again hasn't it:)

[xxpaddler]

Why is it that I know the lessons are not going online to book until late June, but I keep checking anyway?
UUGHHHHHHHh I really have to control this urge!
I am trying so hard not to buy anything crafting related between now and after the retreat and my holiday (which follows right after the retreat), but it is so difficult when I keep buying the magazines and seeing fun things in them....
(Umm.. I meant between now and the retreat... of course I am going to find things I cannot live without while there... then on holiday as well.)

[scrapjunkie]

Glad I'm not the only one!!! I've been desperately trying to use up some of my stash so that I have an excuse to buy some more at the retreat!!!!!

[arianwen]

Well I splurged on two new alphabets for my sidekick this weekend, because they were sooooo cheap, but now on a strict stash diet til the retreat as well (apart from the stuff I orered online ages ago and is waiting at my mum's of course, but I can't remember what that is so it doesn't count, right!:lol: :lol: )

[NattieG]

Right then! Who's getting excited?!!! Not long now!! xxx

[arianwen]

Me! Me! me!:wub::wub:

Have started to sort out some photos for LOs while I am there!
Still puzzling over how many LOs I will get done:wacko:

[xxpaddler]

Me too. I need to look at some photos and get them printed off. Once I see what classes are available, it will give me some better ideas, but I do have some I want to do.
I need to sort out some papers too... and supplies... and tools...... oh dear, my car may be full!

[scrapjunkie]

Me! Me! me!:wub::wub:

Have started to sort out some photos for LOs while I am there!
Still puzzling over how many LOs I will get done:wacko:

me too! thinking I'll end up taking way more stuff than i need to . . . .plus we don't know what the classes/challenges are yet, so that'll be extra stuff again!!!

[arianwen]

I need to sort out some papers too... and supplies... and tools...... oh dear, my car may be full!

Don't say that, I'm limited to 20KG, and I will need SOME other stuff apart from stash for 4 weeks in the UK I suppose:blink:

Going to have to make some tough decisions!

[Chrissie]

Classes are nearly there. Oooo, preeeettyyyyyyyy!!! We're Coppered Out, we're going to have a Tres Jolie Summer and a bit of Rouge on our cheeks I expect. And we'll eat doughnuts while we take photos too.

More class paper tantalisations coming soon...

Tee hee!

[Chrissie]

Oh...and NAT, NAT, NAT...can you call me please. I've left a message on your answerphone, and emailed...but this is just in case you come on here so I can catch you here too :lol:

[Little_Miss_Gem]

Hi all! :) I'm coming on the Thursday and Friday evenings yay! :)

Ooh Tres Jolie - I love My Mind's Eye!

[Chrissie]

Lush isn't it!!!?

And just realised (only just...at nearly 6pm!!)

Happy Birthday Nat!!!!!!! Hope you're having a wonderful day! :love::wub:

[Little_Miss_Gem]

Nat who? :)

[Chrissie]

Um. Nat Grant! (according to my records)

[Little_Miss_Gem]

Well unless she is like her majesty and has herself two birthdays a year I think your records may be wrong lol. Her birthday is in February! :)

[stickysquirrel]

just hopped on, on my way to put my pj's on to say hello! Have you ever tried getting dressed, undressed and put pj's on all on one leg while the other is in a splint up to your thigh? No? :huh:Have a go!!! Oh have you ever tried to have a wee with your leg in a splint up to your thigh? No? Don't have a go at that, not good.:nono: Wish I had a willy!!:wacko:

[Chrissie]

Well unless she is like her majesty and has herself two birthdays a year I think your records may be wrong lol. Her birthday is in February! :)


:lol: :lol: :lol: Well THAT'S weird!!! :lol: :blink:

[Chrissie]

Wish I had a willy!!:wacko:

...of the sticky variety??? :mellow:

:lol:

[Little_Miss_Gem]

Lol well happy unbirthday to you Nat anyhoo! Or did you con me out of a birthday pressie back in February?! :D

Lol at Fiona - bless you!

[Chrissie]

I worked it out Gem. It's Natalie JONES' birthday today (comes to S Wales Crop).

Duh :blink:

[stickysquirrel]

No Chrissie a real wiily so that i could stand up and have a wee rather than planning i need to have a wee before i actually need one so that i don't get my knickers stuck on the velcro bits on the splint and then panic because 'it's' on it's way!!!!:blink::lol: On my way downstairs now for another thrilling day, not!:(

[Jilly]

((((((((((hugs)))))))))))) Fiona - hope it starts improving soon - then you'll be able to have a wee without getting in a knot!!!

[Chrissie]

Hey everyone...you should have all had an email not too long ago, telling you that the pre-retreat challenges are now up on the SU website.

Nothing too taxing, so don't start panicking! :lol:

As for a 'summer' retreat...it is raining cats and dogs, the wind is whistling around the house, and the sky is as grey as can be. Pah! :angry: It had better sort itself out for the end of July, that's all I can say!

[Pennyk]

That is a great stress free pre retreat challenge this time Chrissie:rolleyes:.
I can manage this one without fretting about it.

[Jilly]

Was just gonna say the same Penny - think I might manage a Morrisons carrier with a few bits in!!!

[NattieG]

Well unless she is like her majesty and has herself two birthdays a year I think your records may be wrong lol. Her birthday is in February! :)

Ya! Just call me Queenie from now on :lol: :D :D

[NattieG]

No Chrissie a real wiily so that i could stand up and have a wee rather than planning i need to have a wee before i actually need one so that i don't get my knickers stuck on the velcro bits on the splint and then panic because 'it's' on it's way!!!!:blink::lol: On my way downstairs now for another thrilling day, not!:(


I'm not usually one to take delight in other peoples misfortunes but...........................ROFL!!!!!!!!!! :lol::lol: Hope you're out of the splint soon xxx

[NattieG]

The challenges look great Chrissie! Yay!! Not long now folks :)

[stickysquirrel]

Just laugh at ME why don't you Nat!!!! Still in the splint, it's really getting on my nerves now. Bruising looks I've been tatooed with BG Fusion paper!!! Off to see consultant on Friday, hope he doesn't still want to put me in plaster, now that really would P me off!

[Pennyk]

So I guess you are not feeling the love Fi:rolleyes: I hope he has good news for you. If you get plastered how the heck are you gonna paddle in the great waters of Caswell Bay?

[Linz]

Sorry Fi, but got to admit I had a little bit of a chuckle at your predicament too - only you could do something like that :)

[Julia]

Who's getting excited for classes????

Now all we need is the distributor to get the paper sorted out! !!!!

[Chrissie]

Who's getting excited for classes????

Now all we need is the distributor to get the paper sorted out! !!!!

:blink: Indeed!!!!

We're waiting for the latest paper on some lines, and we are going to be SNATCHING it out of their hands the second it arrives in the country, so we can get those particular classes sorted.

It's all in hand *and breathe...*

[stickysquirrel]

If you get plastered how the heck are you gonna paddle in the great waters of Caswell Bay?

You can wheel me down in my beach hut like the Queen!!!:lol:

[Pennyk]

You can wheel me down in my beach hut like the Queen!!!:lol:

That my daer will be a dangerous move in itself but who for I might add:lol::lol:
How you feelin' anyway?:wub:

[stickysquirrel]

I'm feeling wonky thank you Penny!

[scrapjunkie]

oooh, better get my thinking cap on for my name badge. Went stash shopping for the goodie bag and it's in the post so should arrive tomorrow/sat - of course, couldn't resist putting a couple of things in the cart just for me . . . .

who's providing the shop at the retreat?

[NattieG]

Awww Fi, hope you get good news from the consultant.... mainly cos I don't fancy pushing you all the way to the sea at Caswell if the tide's out :)

Oohh great to hear you've put your stash bag together Scrapjunkie (or at least ordered it!), I need to get thinking about that! xx

[Pennyk]

oooh, better get my thinking cap on for my name badge. Went stash shopping for the goodie bag and it's in the post so should arrive tomorrow/sat - of course, couldn't resist putting a couple of things in the cart just for me . . . .

who's providing the shop at the retreat?

Well done you for being so organized, if I get stuff for the Buddy kit now ,I'll use it myself:rolleyes: The shop at retreat will be Linz-Crafty Pastimes.:rolleyes:

[Mammy Hen]

Hi Ladies thought I would pop on and let you know that I have packed my challenge kit.
Fi hope all goes well,but just in case thought I should let you know that I am a dab hand at wheelchair pushing.

Chrissie I am on holiday from Monday for a week and am worried that I will miss out on classes. Jilly has offered to text me the info when it is live. Can I then phone you with my class options?

Mary

[arianwen]

Packed my goodie bag too, just going to add some choccies once I am in the UK, chocolate here just isn't right:lol:

[Jilly]

Mary - hope this weather improves for you!! I'll text as soon as Chrissie puts the classes up. If there's an option for Saturday night are we staying over? I vote yes!!

[ruthy]

Hi All

love the challenges Chrissie, even my scrambled brain can cope with those - now I need to get shopping....such a chore.....!!!:D

Really looking forward to the retreat (especially as it means term has finished & I can look forward to 6 weeks of scrapping...)

Ruth

[Little_Miss_Gem]

Hello everyone! Gosh this weather is dreadful isn't it?!

I'm getting all excited about the retreat now, even though I can only come on the Thursday and Friday evening! :)

[scrapjunkie]

Anyone else made their name badges yet? Have had great fun making mine today . . .just like a little kid cutting and sticking and making a BIG MESS . . . (difference is I now have to clear it up myself!)

Do you think it would be possible to stick the badge to the chair with velcro??? think it might be a bit tricky to tie mine . . .love it though!!!

[xxpaddler]

I thought of using velcro... but having tried some, I dont think it will work. (My TV remote is attached to a cushion with velcro and it would not stick to the various fabrics I tried.)
I have just been shopping to buy the page kit, hopefully the recipient will enjoy it. It was quite hard tho, buying something when it is for someone else and you have no idea what they might like.
Gotta buy the goodies yet, but that should be easier!
Hopefully I can get started on the name plate soon.

[NattieG]

Can some of your organised peeps lend me some of your mojo?! I just can't think what to put in to my goodie bag, let alone the name badge!! :wacko: :blink:

[Pennyk]

Can some of your organised peeps lend me some of your mojo?! I just can't think what to put in to my goodie bag, let alone the name badge!! :wacko: :blink:

When you get some mojo Nat can you share with me please, I also have no clue. I am usually so organized.

[NattieG]

Will do Penny!! xx

[bored housewife]

Hi everyone I'm coming tooo,Haven't had time to think, my son has been visiting from New \Zealand for the last 4wks. Lots of visitors staying over! He goes back 2mor sob sob. But i'm off to Ireland for a wedding on 15th, the day i come back i go to the Royal Welsh show for 4 days then Fri the Swansea Retreat yea! luv Eileen

[Pennyk]

Well girls I do believe its only 21 days left! Gosh, time has gone so fast. Are we all getting excited? I am debating what yummy papers to put in the kit, I am waiting for the new Senic Route , but I dont think they will be available in time:(.

[Amber-Dawn]

21 days!!!! omg!!!