Mabelle's Supply List

In true procrastinator style, I'm still putting together my project but here's the supply list you'll need so far (and I will provide whatever else is required after the initial publishing of this list).

• Scissors that can cut thru metal (bringing my Tim Holtz pair if you need to borrow)
• A foam brush
• Regular paintbrush (can use smaller foam brush as well)
• Your favorite adhesives
• 1/4" super sticky tape
• A blade cutter - Exacto or box cutter could work (not necessary but might be helpful)

Hopefully, this project turns out. Cross your fingers!

Supply List for Shannon's and Margaret's Classes

Bring your basic tool kit, adhesives (all types including glue dots/foam squares), tea dye or brown distress ink and a Crop-a-dile. You can use the same paint brushes you use with Christine's project for this one, too. There will be plenty of tools/supplies to share as well.

Supply List for Donna's Class

You'll just need a basic tool kit with trimmer, scissors, adhesive, etc. PLUS mini glue dots, distress ink in black/brown and 1/4" sticky strip or the equivalent.

Supply List for Christine's Crappy projects...

Yup... that's what I lovingly refer to them as.... trust me, the idea was so much better in my head... the reality is really sad. Very sad. But hey, you all get to look forward to my awesome company... so THAT's something to look forward to! Next year, I'm just puttin' it out there... I am offering to pay my way in ... so, think about that for a minute, will ya?!

Bring 'em if you have 'em

• brushes, small ones
• your favorite 2 or 3 colors of acrylic paint
• adhesive that works on metal and on cloth
• 2 swags of your favorite ribbon ( I will have some, but I can't guarantee that you'll like it... ha ha)
• cropodile (I will have mine of course)
• any charms or bling bullshit that you like to decorate with...
• some sympathy

Someone's In The Kitchen...

OK, I know eating is an important part of this very special event and we've made a plan to enjoy the Hacienda on Sunday, but there are meals and snacks in between that haven't been accounted for.

Dinner on Friday and breakfasts have been arranged -- full stop. We've got our girls' night out planned for Sunday's dinner, but we'll need to forage for lunches and Saturday's dinner. We can either brown bag it or order in. Feel free to bring whatever goodies, snacks and stuff for lunches (plus beverages of choice) you want -- there's plenty of 'fridge and cabinet space at Casa de Margarita! Mmmm, margaritas...no one's preggers this year, are they?!

What say you, CRE8.10-ers? Are you jiggy wit' dis?

Let's Get This PARTY Started!

It's now official -- the Treat Parade is all lined up!

Friday: Shannon

Saturday (AM): Tina

Saturday (PM): Donna

Sunday (AM): Mabelle

Sunday (PM): Christine

Monday: Margaret

Hacienda de Vega

Whether you call it a field trip or a destination, this place has fantastic atmosphere and outstanding food. You'll definitely say, "This is Escondido?!"

Hacienda de Vega

Class Schedule

Friday (6:00 - 9:00 p.m.) Margaret

Saturday (9:00 - 12:00 p.m.) Christine

Saturday (2:00 - 5:00 p.m.) Tina

Saturday (7:00 - 10:00) Mabelle

Sunday (9:00 - 12:00 p.m.) Shannon

Sunday (2:00 - 5:00 p.m.) Donna

...and of course this is flexible...

cre8.10 is just around the corner

Hey everybody,

I'm re-igniting last year's blog because this is the best way for ,ME to keep track of all the supplies I will need. Feel free to still send out your emails and I'll post them here. Or you can post here.

It's less than two months away!

inaugural event scores 5 out of 5 stars

The kick-off event scores big with 100% of crafters that attend.  A record breaking satisfaction rate!

For those of you that missed CRE8.09, you missed the best crafting event to date.

A special thanks goes out to M.F.... and all of the other teachers and volunteers at the event.  

Next year can only get better... and the countdown begins!

Mabelle's Class - Updated Supply List

Hello Ladies,

Shocking everyone, including myself, I actually finished my project and can now provide you all with a comprehensive supply list. See below.

Essential tools:
Scissors
Piercing tool
Crop-a-dile
Liquid adhesive
Glue gun/glue sticks
Modge Podge
3 foam brushes (small ones)
Thick black Sharpee or black paint pen
Patience :)

Bring 'em if you have 'em (I'll have mine and we can share):
2.0mm screwdriver
Gold metallic paint pen
Acrylic Paint Dabber in "Stream"***

Not necessary but recommended:
Small detail paintbrush

***Totally optional. I used this for the prototype. I like the way it looks but as these dabbers can be hard to find and can be a pain to use, I'll also provide regular acrylic paint at the class.

If you have any questions about anything, holla at yer girl.

EATS

OK, we all know that crafting is our primary purpose in life...well, at least during Cre8.09.  However, we could all agree that eating yummy food is absolutely the next highest priority!  Since we're staying at Casa de Margarita, there are lots of options for food.  These are just suggestions, things and places to think about so that we don't do the hmmmm-ing and haw-ing, trying to pin down where to go or what to eat.

There's a really cool Mexican restaurant (it ain't no Robertos) in Escondido called Cenote Grill.  Good, unique choices at reasonable prices.  See if this is something you might enjoy as a way to kick off our special event.

As for breakfasts, lunches and snacks we can eat "at home"...a fully stocked kitchen awaits us!  We can run to the supermarket and pick up our favorite stuff for breakfast and snacks, and maybe a lunch or two, too.  We can always run down the hill into "town" for a quick bite as well.  The mall is very close with Red Robin, Macaroni Grill, On The Border, Nordstrom Cafe -- and the food court.

Feel free to bring whatever comfort food is a must-have for you!  

"Favor"ite Part

Anyone up for picking their "favor"ite day to leave surprises for the others?  Since there are five of us, maybe a morning AND evening treat might be in order...starting with Friday night.  I'd like to pick Saturday morning, if that's OK with everyone.  How 'bout you?  Leave a comment on this post or send an email with your choice.  Ooooh, ain't this excitin'?!

CRE8.09 AGENDA

Print out and bring with you if you are so inclined.  I doubt we will stick to it.

Friday:

4 p.m. Check-in at CRE8.09

5 p.m. Dinner

7 p.m. Class #1 (TBD- Donna or Margaret)

Saturday:

8 a.m. - 12 p.m.  Class #2 (Mabelle)

12 p.m. Lunch

1-4 p.m. Class #3 (Shannon)

4 p.m. until the last person is standing.... eat, drink and be merry!

Sunday:

8 a.m. - 12 p.m.  Class #4 (Christine)

12 p.m. Lunch

1-4 p.m. Class #5 (TBD- Donna or Margaret)

4 p.m. until the last person is standing.... eat, drink and be merry!

Check-in time is 4:00 p.m. on Friday May 22nd

Let the festivities begin!

Mabelle's Class- supply list

Basic tool kit

Donna's Class- supply list

basic tool kit

Margaret's class- supply list

needle nose pliers

1/4" super sticky tape

zip dry

basic tool kit

as the sands of the hourglass flow....

It's getting pretty close.... soon we will be getting our CRAFT on!

For those that haven't submitted their supply lists, please do so.  If there are any last minute details we need to discuss/post, please let us know.  Otherwise... we are all good to go!!!!

Shannon's Class Supply list

*portable sewing machine (if possible)
*scissors
*Microsoft Word document with seven photos (no larger than 4" on either/all sides), coordinating dates (i.e., 2009, 1996, etc.) and two titles (i.e., short, sweet lines that tie into the photos). Please send Shannon this document as an email attachment before our Cre8.09 event.