Great Northern Papercrafts Extravaganza...

[TwinTrouble]

20th-21st September!

Anyone going and when are you going... Saturday or Sunday?

Hoping to be there with Natbag on the Saturday! :wub:

[bev56g]

Where is it being held?

Bev x

[TwinTrouble]

Sorry... thought i'd put details in first post... mind is not what it used to be:rolleyes::lol:

Yorkshire Event Centre
The Great Yorkshire Showground, Harrogate

Doors open at 10am

[BeverleyF]

We will be exhibiting and will be doing breakfast workshops. You can book them here (http://www.craftworkcards.co.uk/papercrafts.asp). You have to scroll right down to the bottom for the Banana Frog workshop :rolleyes:

[Eileen C]

I'm going on the Sunday (have to take DD to a Uni Open Day in Lancaster on the Saturday) and am hoping to spend some money?!?!

I wonder who else is coming......

[nikkimitch]

cant go :( dh away and dont think ti is something 4 young children would enjoy or even tolerate so going to have to give it a miss this time. Hope you have less bad luck than last time Eileen :)

[biskit]

I can't make it either...not too gutted though as I'll be in NY! Wasn't massively impressed with the last one, which was my first one. I'll check back with interest to see what people thought of it this time.

[SarahPitts]

I'm going on the Saturday so I'll see you there.

[TwinTrouble]

I'm sure that we could do the meet up at the table area again at a certain time... would be nice to see everyone again :) I know Nats will need to sit down for a while:wub:

[Eileen C]

Hope you have less bad luck than last time Eileen :)

I'll be making double sure to hang on to my stash this time - I lost a paperholder I'd taken to hold 12 x 12 papers, luckily there wasn't a huge amount in it at the time, but it was still horrible to think someone had lifted it from between my feet (I was watching a demo and had to shuffle along when someone pushed in)

[Kron]

I'm going to this one for the first time (usually go to NEC) with my sister on the Saturday, we're each doing one of the breakfast classes too, I'm really looking forward to it!

[TwinTrouble]

Looking forward to seeing everyone:wub:

[KJJC]

I'll be making double sure to hang on to my stash this time - I lost a paperholder I'd taken to hold 12 x 12 papers, luckily there wasn't a huge amount in it at the time, but it was still horrible to think someone had lifted it from between my feet (I was watching a demo and had to shuffle along when someone pushed in)

gosh Eileen how awful. I always presume that we are all honest folk. United in craft and not likely to do that to each other. How horrible. I'm going on the saturday and will be a lot more careful than I usually am.

[Need It]

My sister & I are going on the Saturday, will hopefully see you there Karen & Michelle.More stash to add to the unused pile!!:lol:
Denise

[Nabview]

I'll be there on the Sunday - I'm doing the Banana Frog workshop :D See you there??

[belleooo]

Hi. I will be there on Saturday. Carting two bored looking children about with me. Third child as yet to decide if she can come or not. I have decided to send hubby home. He will only moan about the price of things. Lol.

[Debbie R 61]

is it worth the trip, i've never been before and now i have all the internet retailers to play with is it worth going, also i'm not back from my hols until the sat so it would have to be the sunday for me

[INKY]

I am going with My OH and 15 years old son, we went together last year and they quite enjoyed it, but didn't get to stay too long
Going Saturday this year

[Alison5]

I'd love to go, never been before but i'm at a wedding on the Saturday. Is it held more than once a year?

[Nabview]

Hi Alison5 - yes there's usually one in spring too :)

[KJJC]

My sister & I are going on the Saturday, will hopefully see you there Karen & Michelle.More stash to add to the unused pile!!:lol:
Denise

will look forward to seeing you there Denise. will look out for you.

[SHARICA]

hopefully I will be going.. :) Not sure which day tho .. Depends if my mam is feeling ok..

[Kron]

Is anyone else doing the breakfast workshops?

[TwinTrouble]

Not doing a breakfast workshop but looking forward to some spending:wub:

Do we know what shops will be there yet?

[Lucie]

Is it worth a 2.5 hour drive for?

Lucie

[Eileen C]

Do we know what shops will be there yet?

I think the full list is on the Craftwork Cards site - can't post a link as they aren't sponsors.

[romi]

Ooops - just seen this thread after starting another one about the classes/workshops....

Nabview - I struggled to choose between the Bananafrog one and the Art from the Heart one - went for AftH in the end!!

[noctrl]

We are there! And have some lovely new goodies launching at this...so pop over and harash DH!!

[KJJC]

We are there! And have some lovely new goodies launching at this...so pop over and harash DH!!

will be doing. Am after some of your stamps

[Eileen C]

I'm doing a class, assuming I'm well enough to go by then, but can't remember which one :lol: I think it's the Hobbyhorse crafts one because it says there's a voucher for their stall (which is always good, best for Bazzill at the show) and I'm thinking about buying myself a Cricut as a late 50th prezzie to myself!!

I may ring Craftwork Cards to see if they know!

I'll definitely be moseying round to the Clever Cuts stall - unlike some of the stamp stall, which I've learnt to give a miss!

[Eileen C]

Sorry, duplicate post - anyone know how to delete a post?

[Eileen C]

Here is the confirmed exhibitors list:

DIANNES DIE-CUTS - TULIP TOPPERS - CRAFTWORK CARDS - THE ART OF CRAFT - CRAFTER'S COMPANION - ART FROM THE HEART - ONCE UPON A STAMP - STAMPS AND MEMORIES - THE STAMP MAN - A TOUCH OF CRAFT - GILES CRAFT KITS - HOTSHOT CRAFT - CRAFT CORNER - DIMENSION FOURTH - BUTTERFLY KISSES - MEI FLOWER - SIMPLY STAMPS - BROTHERSLEEP - LILI OF THE VALLEY - DOLLY COTTAGE CRAFTS - LITTLE CLAIRE LTD - PRINT WIZARD - JJD CARDS - SAMUEL TAYLORS - ALITELLS RUBBER STAMPS - SIR STAMPALOT - CRAFT HABITAT - RIBBON BOX - HOBBY HORSE - OYSTER STAMPS - IMAGINATION - LAVINIA STAMPS - GLITTER MAGIC - THE CRAFT BUG - CLARITY STAMPS - WS DESIGNS - HORSESHOE CRAFTS - CRAFT PAPER & CARD - WHICH CRAFT - DAVLOCK CRAFTS - PRACTICAL PUBLISHING - B-CRAFT-E - LEX CRAFT - STAMP ADDICTS -CRAFTS 2 YOU - BANANA FROG - PAYPER BOX

Sorry it's all in a line and in capitals, I've just cut and pasted!

ETA: It doesn't look many like that, but I've counted 47 (I think!)

[Olbas]

Ahh just found this thread so I've answered my own question on Cheadle thread :)

[Eileen C]

If I make it there it would be good to meet again, Paul. Feeling, rather depressingly, that I might not get there.

[xxpaddler]

I am going with 2 mates on the Sunday.... never been to this one before, we have been to the NEC the last 2 years, but thought we would do Harrogate this time instead. I was not overly impressed with the NEC last year.

[countrycrafter]

Hoping to go but not sure which day. Was not impressed with NEC last year either it was so busy could not move!!!!!!!!

[noctrl]

As I say we are there but aren't on the list but we are definately there!! Oh and some new journalling stamp designs just kinda fell on to the pile of stock for the show, not sure how that happened!!

[TwinTrouble]

As I say we are there but aren't on the list but we are definately there!! Oh and some new journalling stamp designs just kinda fell on to the pile of stock for the show, not sure how that happened!!

Ohhh... now you have said my favourite word... journaling... always looking for new stamps and ways of incorporating it into my layouts... hope you have plenty of stock of them:lol:

[Kron]

As I say we are there but aren't on the list but we are definately there!! Oh and some new journalling stamp designs just kinda fell on to the pile of stock for the show, not sure how that happened!!

Fantastic! :D

[Eileen C]

As I say we are there but aren't on the list but we are definately there!! Oh and some new journalling stamp designs just kinda fell on to the pile of stock for the show, not sure how that happened!!

Because they are 'Clever' stamps and knew that we would want to buy them! <_<

[KJJC]

looking forward to this.

[Kron]

Can anyone tell me is it far to walk from the car park? Reason I am asking is do I carry our packed lunch around all day or leave it in the car and get it when we're ready?

[KJJC]

nah the car is 2 mins away. However we always take ours in as it's not a huge room. there is a restaurant with a good choice and plenty of food if you don't want to make and carry. The prices are ok too.

[Crafty Kacy]

Just booked this with a breakfast class from Art from the Heart. Really looking forward to it now!

[SarahPitts]

We usually take a packed lunch as it saves more money for stash. LOL!!

Looking forward to it now, not long!!

[SHARICA]

Doesn't look like i can go .. Dads not well enough for mam to leave him at home for a long time and i dont drive .. Pity hubby wasn't on a different shift..

[countrycrafter]

Can you pay on the door ok??? I have not bought a ticket as was ummong and erring whether to go!!!

[KJJC]

yes

[romi]

Just booked this with a breakfast class from Art from the Heart. Really looking forward to it now!

Ooooh, which day?? I'm doing it on Sunday.

[AJ31]

I'm going Saturday with SIL and our OHs - to carry the bags!!!!!

SIL never been to a show before - so i think she might be impressed - she's already bought all Little Clare's stock (well in her mind anyway) and she's asked me to make sure she only buys stuff she will use. I've no willpower - so we'll be the ones with HUGE bags.:D

[Kron]

Ooooh, which day?? I'm doing it on Sunday.

And I'm doing it Saturday!

[romi]

And I'm doing it Saturday!

Hope it's good - don't tell me if it's not cos I'm really looking forward to it!!!!! And don't buy EVERYTHING!!!!

[TwinTrouble]

Shame you couldn't make it Saturday Vicky would have been nice to catch up :wub:

[SHARICA]

Hubbs is trying to get the day booked off as holiday but not looking good

[TwinTrouble]

Hubbs is trying to get the day booked off as holiday but not looking good

Crossing fingers it all works out for you and you get to come along :wub:

[noctrl]

I would phone and check you can pay on the door, as when I spoke to the organiser on Wednesday it sounded like you couldn't, so would defiantely be worth checking!!

[noctrl]

Ignore me it does say on the website that tickets are available on the door

[SarahPitts]

Oh I mustn't forget my nice big shopping bag, planty of room for all the 12x12 papers and other goodies.
Saves on all those silly carrier bags too.

[TwinTrouble]

I would phone and check you can pay on the door, as when I spoke to the organiser on Wednesday it sounded like you couldn't, so would defiantely be worth checking!!

Ignore me it does say on the website that tickets are available on the door

:lol::lol::lol:... I was hoping there would be like all the other years as I may now have to bring my boys along with me... Oh joy:rolleyes:

[SarahPitts]

Your brave Erica, not sure I would bring my two with me!!

[TwinTrouble]

Your brave Erica, not sure I would bring my two with me!!

Needs must i'm afraid... did have other plans for them but as usual it's me wanting to go out so HisLordShip has his head up his backside, not seen or heard from in over a week now, and i'm not sure whether he'll actually turn up or not so i'm preparing myself for them coming with me, will cost me some treats for them to behave all day though... 10yr olds, who'd have em:rolleyes::lol::lol::lol:

[romi]

I can't do tomorrow, Erika (DD's swimming lesson in the morning!!) so make sure there's some stash left for me!! Hope you don't have to take the boys - sounds like hard work. I saw someone with triplets today - all wailing at the same time - don't know how she does it!!!

[cris h]

What time do the breakfast workshops start, please. I've booked on one & cant remember the time - it doesnt say on the ticket.

[Nabview]

Hi - as far as i know it's 8:45am. Well, that's when I'll be going anyway :D

[romi]

I think it's 8:45

[romi]

snap!!

[cris h]

thanks

[reward]

have a lovely time tomo guys, shame i cant join you, but i have a date at seaworld tomo ekkk!

[pipers]

oooh I am going lol - havent been to a show for YEARS cant wait. I am the shy retiring one with a Scottish accent and tattoos lol

[Crafty Kacy]

Ooooh, which day?? I'm doing it on Sunday.

I'm going tomorrow too, so I'll probably see you at the breakfast class!

[LesleySh]

Hi Ladies

I am going tomorrow and doing the Banana frog class, just seen the sneak peak and it is very colourful, just what you need on a cold September morning.

I was wondering about whether we need to take some tools but a very kind lady pointed out that there are usually some to share but might take a few bits anyway.

See you there.
Lesley

[Crafty Kacy]

Ooh I want to see the sneak peak too - where is it?

[TwinTrouble]

I can't do tomorrow, Erika (DD's swimming lesson in the morning!!) so make sure there's some stash left for me!! Hope you don't have to take the boys - sounds like hard work. I saw someone with triplets today - all wailing at the same time - don't know how she does it!!!

Shame... would have been nice for a catch up chat:wub:

I had to take the boys with me... HisLordShip has gone into hiding, not answering texts etc, as he owes me some money which I lent him to get him out trouble, which I really need as the boys need new beds:angry:

I have left lots of wonderful goodies for you... was really good and didn't buy too much:) Will be popping pic's on my blog really soon!

have a lovely time tomo guys, shame i cant join you, but i have a date at seaworld tomo ekkk!

Awww... hope your having a lovely time Rach & can't wait to see your photo's... so jealous:wub:

[angiebabe]

I really fancy this next year, would probably have to stay over somewhere, as I'd have to get train to Leeds then Harrogate, love going to Art from the Heart,s stall.

[Eileen C]

I was wondering about whether we need to take some tools but a very kind lady pointed out that there are usually some to share but might take a few bits anyway.

Lesley


Oooh, 'kind lady!'

Maybe it's just 'cause she doesn't know me! :lol:

Funny how little things can cheer you up, isn't it?

[TwinTrouble]

Have now uploaded pic's to my blog (in sig at bottom) of my lovely goodies... don't worry I left lots for everyone else! :lol::wub:

[Eileen C]

Ooh, I'll have to look out for those £1 Thickers - if there are any left! Don't suppose you remember which stall you got them on, do you?

[TwinTrouble]

Ooh, I'll have to look out for those £1 Thickers - if there are any left! Don't suppose you remember which stall you got them on, do you?

It was the Art of Craft stall... must admit that is the stall I spent most of my pennies at... got the £1 items, thickers, alpha's & rub-on's, Papermania Alpha's, Basic Grey Buckles £1 and Fiskars Blades most expensive at £3.49:lol:... around £25 for all that:)

[snoopydog]

Have now uploaded pic's to my blog (in sig at bottom) of my lovely goodies... don't worry I left lots for everyone else! :lol::wub:

Well done, you have bought some lovely items. Loved your blog.
So glad your boys were good at the show for you.

[LesleySh]

Ooh I want to see the sneak peak too - where is it?

Bev from Banana Frog posted it on here somewhere, not very good at finding my way around UKS as it is huge but this is the link Bev posted, hope she doesn't mind me putting it on here, dare say I will find out in the morning -

http://bananafrog.typepad.com/bananafrogblog/2008/09/workshop-sneak.html

See you all there tomorrow.

Lesley

[countrycrafter]

Had a great day today! Spent up in no time at all! Your money doesn't go far these days does it!!! Pics on my blog! (Long post sorry! My first experience of SAT nav getting there was quite something!)

[Kron]

Had a fantastic time today, Dyan's class was excellent, got loads of bargains so very pleased!

Hope everyone enjoys tomorrow x

[Crafty Kacy]

Bev from Banana Frog posted it on here somewhere, not very good at finding my way around UKS as it is huge but this is the link Bev posted, hope she doesn't mind me putting it on here, dare say I will find out in the morning -

http://bananafrog.typepad.com/bananafrogblog/2008/09/workshop-sneak.html

See you all there tomorrow.

Lesley

Thanks Lesley, looks fab! :wub: I'm off to bed now as have to be up bright and early to travel to Harrogate tomorrow. Nighty night everyone.

[TwinTrouble]

Hope those going today have a lovely time :wub:

[countrycrafter]

Yes, have a great day! I would love to go again, now I know where things sre, sat here thinking about the stuff I missed!!!

[Eileen C]

I didn't find the thickers, but did do a major bit of spending - a Cricut Expression! This was planned, and is my birthday (50th) present to myself, and I've thought long and hard about it, and now it's mine! Apart from that and some stamps and a bit of (specifically needed) Bazill I was pretty restrained. I was totally wrecked after 2 hours - and the first hour was sitting down at a class! I obviously need to get back into training, the convalescence business is a pain. I've never been home by lunchtime before, and could barely drag myself to the car (TBF the Cricut is fairly heavy!)

[LesleySh]

Hi All

I went this morning and had a fabulous time. I did the Banana Frog class which turned out to be a gorgeous mini book, it's alot bigger than I was expecting and the kit was amazing, 3 12 x 12 sheets double sided patterend cardstock, 3 12 x 12 sheets bazzill, sticky ribbon, die cuts, ribbons, brads, book rings etc and a set of Banana Frog clear rubber stamps - alphas, numbers and exclimation marks etc in a lovely clear plastic case, the stamps alone were retailing at more than the cost of the class so I was totally blown away. The muffin and orange juice made a lovely breakfast too.

I didn't go too mad at the shops, I was very reserved for once and reached my limit and stuck to it until I saw the Boo bear dies in one of the shops on the way out and added another £21 on top of my agreed spending limit but as my family love teddy bears I think I will get alot of use out of the dies so worth it and what hubby doesn't know about can't hurt him!!!! Right, off to play with Boo.

Lesley

[janee]

Missed the classes and quite envious Lesley -- have done a Bf class before and that was great value too.

Eileen hope you love playing with your cricut - we got one at the last show.

I was quite restrained but do seem to have a few bags.... have already painted my wooden sleigh from AFTH -- its to go with the house I did at a class a few weeks ago and is fab (go look at her workshops). Got a few stamps, some sakuras, papers, some stamp blocks from crafters companion that i am told are good, lots of cards and and bits from craftwork cards, envelopes and a few bits and bobs...

[Crafty Kacy]

I had a fab time, did a great class from Art from the Heart (although I would have loved to do Banana Frog or Craftwork Cards' classes as well, having seen them IRL). Spent a fair bit at Craftwork Cards, their design boards are so inspiring. Also at Banana Frog, Sir Stampalot, AFTH and some bits from other places. Definitely worth going and I'll be back next year. I was very tired by the end of it though, who would have though spending money took it out of you so much ;):P

[Kron]

Definately agree that the freebies were worth more than the workshop price itself, my sister did the Sir Stampalot one and that was the same!

[KJJC]

ooo can't wait for next time now. did a BF one a while ago and I agree it was great VFM

[SarahPitts]

I had a fab day at Harrogate on the Saturday. I picked up the cart I wanted for my Cricut, found some lovely faith papers, picked up some bits from CraftWork Cards including some yummy papers!! And I stocked up on a few essentials, glue, tape & ribbon.
I also found a great stamp for making some christmas cards as well.

We had done by 2pm so wnet for a well deserved drink and sit down in a comfy chair!

[KJJC]

we were done by 2pm as well so went round again and again and again. Obssessed? Who? Us? Never:lol::lol:

[dorothyanne]

I only went for a "quick" look - had about 30 mins to spare - spent money at Banana Frog, Art from the Heart, Lavinia Stamps and Craftwork Cards.

Oh dear - had intended to maybe just buy some silicone glue - best laid plans - I obviously have no restraint at all and I DID think I had just a little bit!:o

[SarahPitts]

Hey that's some good shopping for just 30 mins to spare!!! LOL!!

It was all just too tempting!