The Big Stamp and Scrapbooking Show, Ally Pally - 12/13 April

[Mandi59]

Is anyone going to the Big Stamp & Scrapbooking Show in a couple of weeks. This is one of my favourite shows!
Mandi

[jackie40]

:D Yes, I was planning to go on my own but will be going with a friend now and we have booked onto the Blonde Moments Workshop for the Saturday.

It will a 1st for both of us and we are really looking forward to it.

Seen other thread that says we will not do it all in a day, but we are mainly concentrating on Scrapbooking and then might look at the other stalls. but we will give it our best shot :lol::lol:

Scrap Revolution will be their and we will be paying them a visit, seems like they will have a load of goodiesto tempt us :nono:

Out tickets came at the week-end so we are all set.

Jackie
xxx

[germgirl]

I'm going to this on the Sunday, I've booked 3 workshops.
Do I need to take anything? (apart from photos!) glue? scissors etc? I've been to crops and retreats before, where obviously I dragged along loads of stuff, but I want to leave room for purchases, not take a load of stuff with me.
Any help would be much appreciated
jackie xx

[jackie40]

Well Germgirl, didn't think about taking photos etc, has the workshop is only 1 hour I assumed that basic ideas/techniques would be given and I'd be adding photos later.:huh:

Can anyone clarify please, then I can go prepared.

[tjc designs]

Hey all,

I will be demoing there on stand 27 so if you get a chance come over and say hi!

[KJJC]

Well Germgirl, didn't think about taking photos etc, has the workshop is only 1 hour I assumed that basic ideas/techniques would be given and I'd be adding photos later.:huh:

Can anyone clarify please, then I can go prepared.

think you are right. YOu can't get much done in 1hr when there's a whole class of people there,

[harrysmum]

I had no idea scrap revolution where going they re not on the list. Are there any other people who are not on the list on the website??? not long now.

[jackie40]

I had no idea scrap revolution where going they re not on the list. Are there any other people who are not on the list on the website??? not long now.

I got this off another thread regarding Ally Pally - hope it works.

http://www.expressrubberstamps.co.uk/thebigstampshow/hall.php?show=13

It the floor plan and stall names of the people going.

It looks like all the Scrapbooking stall are in the middle of the hall and next to each other so not far to walk to each one - LOL.

Capture the Magic have put on thread that if you order things from them before 9th April you can pick up at the show to save on P&P, but you better double check with them.

Hope this helps.

Jackie
xxx

[jackie40]

Hey all,

I will be demoing there on stand 27 so if you get a chance come over and say hi!

Will come and visit you.

Thanks for the PM. Have checked you sale items and sent you a PM back regarding your message. Criptic I know but don't wont anyone else getting in before me - LOL :D

Jackie
xx

[smarty]

I'm going to this on the Sunday, I've booked 3 workshops.
Do I need to take anything? (apart from photos!) glue? scissors etc? I've been to crops and retreats before, where obviously I dragged along loads of stuff, but I want to leave room for purchases, not take a load of stuff with me.
Any help would be much appreciated
jackie xx

The scrapbook workshop asks you to bring a 4x4 photo if possible :)

[harrysmum]

I got this off another thread regarding Ally Pally - hope it works.

http://www.expressrubberstamps.co.uk/thebigstampshow/hall.php?show=13

It the floor plan and stall names of the people going.

It looks like all the Scrapbooking stall are in the middle of the hall and next to each other so not far to walk to each one - LOL.

Capture the Magic have put on thread that if you order things from them before 9th April you can pick up at the show to save on P&P, but you better double check with them.

Hope this helps.

Jackie
xxx

thanks of to look now!!! :D

[ermidillo]

Hi all,

I too wondered if I needed to bring craft tool kit with me, I am on the scrapbook class and I emailed the people hosting it and they said everything will be provided!

Lucy

[Glitterbee]

Hi All

Love Ally Pally look forward to this and Sept all year.

Will stick this on the marketplace too, but thought I would mention it here.. I am selling my two workshop tickets for Sat as Im only going on the Sunday now :-(

If anyone is interested for either or both, they are for

Sat 12 April 1x ticket Capture the magic (this has sold out on Sat)
Sat 12 April 1x ticket Julie Eaves Creative expressions

Free p&p I will cover the cost of special delivery so happy to accept £8 per ticket (they are £10 each or £12 on the day I think).

thanks

Bibi

Shame we wont recognise other UKS there. perhaps we should have a UKS badge or something.

[purplejulie]

Hi all, I'm the Julie Eaves doing a workshop class. The photo is not necessary, you can add it later. All you need to do the layout is provided so you don't need tools for this class.

I'll be about until Friday afternoon if anyone has any other questions. See you there!B)

[juleskidd]

Does anyone know if there will be any good deals on the Bind It All at BSSBS this weekend. I'm thinking of treating myself.

Cheers

[Carrie]

Does anyone know if there will be any good deals on the Bind It All at BSSBS this weekend. I'm thinking of treating myself.

Cheers

Im sure i read yesterday that Scrap Revolution were doing deals on the BIA?

[Maz-C]

Me and my mum (deejazz) are going already written up my list which includes
7 gypsies stamp holder
love elsie claire

[spurs]

I'm getting really excited now, not long to go. (going Sat.)
I'm hoping to get a chipboard word book, maybe a couple depends how much I spend.
A paper trimmer, can't decide which one to go for.
Lots of paper 12 x 12, always tempted.
Anything new and exciting I've not seen before.

Whats everyone else after?

[kevie192]

Anyone having deals on the cuttlebug here?!

Kevin x

[Dyan]

Hi All,

We will be there again in our usual spot stand 29. We are taking with us a massive range of 7gypsies goodies including:

The new Nottinghill range, new Atc spinner plus ATC transparencies and cards, wax seals as demonstrated by Dyan on QVC, 100 7gypsies 12x12 single sheets of paper, collection packs, 6x6 packs, 50+ 7Gypsies stickers, new ink rub ons, tag collections and singles, gaffer tape, fabric words, clear stamps, naked book, book kits, metal, book plates and everything else you can think of by 7gypsies.

Love Elsie Cody and claire collections - Papers, cardstock, fabric paper, expoxy and cardstock stickers, rub ons, frames, ribbons etc. Also will have Lola, riley, zoe and roxy.

The full Blonde Moments Range with special offers including stamps, UT, Pearl powders, Embossing powders, Papers, Paints etc

Rusty Pickle Pirate Princess and Captin Jack

Ranger - Dabbers, Crackle Paint, Grunge Board, Adirondak pads, Distress pads, perfect mediums, archival pads, storage, new ink applicator spinners and much more

Also don't forget to check our own range of wooden books, clocks and albums including waterfall books, crown books, tab books, tag books, handbag books, house books - 6 different types of clocks including pea car, BM heart, circle, square, oval and flower....

Come and check out Dyans demos including new Ranger, grungeboard, Blonde Moments and 7Gypsies techniquies..also Lilly from Scrapshed will be lending us a hand.

Hopefully see you all there otherwise all products are available from our website

www.afth.co.uk

[noctrl]

Well our truck has just left, and boy does it have some goodies on it!!

We have an amazing range of acrylic items, including some wonderful clock kits that are just crying out to be altered! Plus we have 10 new stamp designs launching at the show, including some wonderful new Journalling Blocks.

So enjoy and be sure to pop along and have a looksie!!

[jackie40]

Well our truck has just left, and boy does it have some goodies on it!!

We have an amazing range of acrylic items, including some wonderful clock kits that are just crying out to be altered! Plus we have 10 new stamp designs launching at the show, including some wonderful new Journalling Blocks.

So enjoy and be sure to pop along and have a looksie!!

My list just keep getting longer and longer - will defo be visiting your stall again, the large chipboard tags are brill :lol:

Will hubby be manning the stand again !!! will have to say hello.

Jackie
xxx

[jackie40]

Does anyone know if there will be any good deals on the Bind It All at BSSBS this weekend. I'm thinking of treating myself.

Cheers

Craft Superstore were selling them for £39.99 at the NEC - check their web site to see if same deal still on.

I've decided to get a BIG BITE - so I too am looking for a good deal on this - I know CTM - will have them

[Maz-C]

im tempted by a cuttle bug purely for the embossing.

wonder who is stocking the revolving 7 gypsies stamp holder, I already have the atc one which I have yet to use

[jackie40]

im tempted by a cuttle bug purely for the embossing.

wonder who is stocking the revolving 7 gypsies stamp holder, I already have the atc one which I have yet to use

I think Blonde Moments!!!!!!!! they seem to do alot of 7Gypsies things - worth a look

[jackie40]

Anyone having deals on the cuttlebug here?!

Kevin x

Try Craft Superstore Stand.

xxx

[Maz-C]

I think Blonde Moments!!!!!!!! they seem to do alot of 7Gypsies things - worth a look

hopso i no craft emporiam have them but they aint at show, was going to order from them but thought id wait till after the show

[elaina]

We went to the show today and we were not impressed with the layout. All the stands were crammed together which meant that the shoppers were as well. I found it very hard to see what was on the stands and therefore did not find everything I wanted and did not spend very much money (which could be seen as a good thing I suppose)

I think the organisers should have hired the bigger hall and allowed each stand more room. The way it was did not benefit either the stall holders or the shoppers. A lot of handicapped people craft and anyone in a wheelchair or on a mobility scooter stood no chance of getting anywhere near the stands.

My DH came with me and he thought this was the worst organised crafting show we had ever been too.

[snoopydog]

We went to the show today and we were not impressed with the layout. All the stands were crammed together which meant that the shoppers were as well. I found it very hard to see what was on the stands and therefore did not find everything I wanted and did not spend very much money (which could be seen as a good thing I suppose)

I think the organisers should have hired the bigger hall and allowed each stand more room. The way it was did not benefit either the stall holders or the shoppers. A lot of handicapped people craft and anyone in a wheelchair or on a mobility scooter stood no chance of getting anywhere near the stands.

My DH came with me and he thought this was the worst organised crafting show we had ever been too.
Thanks for that information. I would need a scooter if I went as I can't walk very well and standing is too painful. Although I have never been to a full craft show because of the spaces between the stalls. If you have been to other shows and had plenty of space please let me know.
So sorry you didn't spend much......

[elaina]

Thanks for that information. I would need a scooter if I went as I can't walk very well and standing is too painful. Although I have never been to a full craft show because of the spaces between the stalls. If you have been to other shows and had plenty of space please let me know.
So sorry you didn't spend much......


I use a walker so know how awkward it can be but I had no problem at the Excell or the NEC shows.

[hot potato]

The NEC is far worse than Ally Pally for cramped space, I hated it when I went in November....I must say that if the back of the hall had been laid out properly(we went yesterday)ie Cardcraft Plus and Creative Expressions taking up far more room than they needed and the stands from the front to the middle being crammed up, who could've had more room if these back two had ben better placed.......if you see what I mean!!! Janina

[Mandi59]

I went to the show and did find that the stands were cramped together, but talking to stall holders if they had more space, they would have to pay more money for the floor space. I believe that the stand at the back Creative Expressions was the company who organised the show.
I still enjoy this show, I think it is one of the better ones of the year.
Mandi

[Mrs_Tiggy]

Hey Hot Potato, it was nice to see you on Saturday. I think the show was not as crowed as it has been in the past, but if there was more space, it would just get filled by more people. I think it's just the nature of these type of events. Still have fun though. I've put the stash I bought up on my blog (http://tiggyhedge.blogspot.com/2008/04/big-stamp-and-scrapbooking-show.html)

[deelish]

Hi, didn't go this year but did attend last.

It had a LOT of very good stalls, but was incredibly crowded and hot. Couldn't get a decaf coffee anywhere (my friend's allergic to caffeine), and the parking was a bit of a walk from the entrance unless they've changed things round.

Definately worth it for the retail therapy though..... Might hit it next year I'll just have to gird my loins and see it a bit like a battle!

Sam :)

[hot potato]

Hi there Mrs Tiggy, it was great to speak to you (and your DH) and Petra, it's nice to meet other UKS...put faces to names. I didn't think it was as crowded as I have seen it in previous years, tho still plenty of people about. Had a great day didn't over spend either and bought some lovely bits, can't wait for the Sept one now. Janina

[Mrs Mac]

Hi girls can you help
One of my customer went to AP and was sure that Sugar Nellie stamps were on sale. Did anyone see them? who had them or was it just a similar line?
thanks if you can help, I have looked at all the stall holders and am still none the wiser.

[floydypops]

I went to Ally Pally Karen and had a good luck round , didn't see any Nellies though , but there were Magnolia stamps on sale .

HTH x