Help us scout out new locations for our awesome weekend retreats

Hi everyone,

We are always getting some great suggestions for different retreat locations, believe me every time we hear one we check it out. We love San Diego and we love Big Bear, but we are looking into a few other locations as well. We would love to hear about any places you have been and think would totally rock to spend the weekend scrapping at.

How to submit a location:

E-mail me at jessica@scrappin-escapes.com with the subject line "Retreat Locations" everyone who submits a location will be entered into a drawing to win a prize pack!! I will announce the winner on my blog next Friday!!

Upcoming Retreats

Busy, Busy , Busy. That describes me right now, I have been working on some FUN stuff for our upcoming August and November retreats. Both events will have all the things you love; like plenty of crop space, extended cropping times, more games, and more contests. Plus a few extra surprises . . .More about that later.

Don't forget you can also add-on Thursday night this is becoming an increasingly popular option for scrappers who want to make sure they have 3-full days of scrapping. Come on Thursday unload your supplies, set up your scrapping area, and spend some time getting ahead on your projects! For more information on Thursday night add-on click here.

Big Bear Retreat - What a blast!!

What a fun weekend in Big Bear it was beautiful although a bit hot for this time of year, we had a great group of croppers, great food provided by the Knickerbocker, and of course plenty of scrapping! Check out the photos of the girls in their adorable Scrappin' Escapes t-shirts! If you would like to see the rest of the photos of the weekend click here.

Thanks again to the girls who joined us in Big Bear, it was wonderful to meet you all!

Happy Mother's Day!

Happy Mother's Day!!!!

In 4 days I will be in beautiful Big Bear for our Big Bear Retreat enjoying the fabulous weather and some fun scrappin'. YAY I can't wait, the prizes are piling up and we are going to have an amazing time!!!

Don't forget if you missed out on Big Bear you still have plenty of time to register for our San Diego August retreat!!

Have a great day!!

A couple of spots have opened up for Big Bear!

Now is your chance if you didn't get to register for Big Bear we had a couple of spots open up. You don't want to miss the weekend event, Big Bear is absolutely beautiful at this time of year. Click on the link below to get all the info. Early bird rates are extended to anyone who registers. Hope to see you in Big Bear.

Big Bear Info

New tools

Hi everyone!

I just wanted to share that I recently made 2 new purchases that I am sure all of you Cricut lovers will enjoy. First I purchased the Sure Cuts A Lot Software, this enables you to cut any of the True Type Fonts off of the computer with the Cricut machine. Second I purchased Design Studio, this is the computer program issued by Provo Craft. Both of these will be available at all of our upcoming events for you to play with. We also have some excitingdetails coming up about our August Retreat so keep checking back. Have a great night!!

Big Bear is SOLD OUT!!

Big Bear is SOLD OUT! IF you missed registering for our Big Bear Retreat be sure to put your name on the waiting list and we will immediately let you know if a spot opens up. E-mail me at jessica@scrappin-escapes.com OR rivpunk@aol.com with the subject line Big Bear waiting list and I will add you. We are looking at future dates in Big Bear, we will keep you posted. Have a great day!

Add-On Packages

Hi everyone I know many of you have been asking about add-on packages for Thursday nights well you asked and we answered. We are now offering Thursday night Add-on packages, pricing will vary by event and venue.

Big Bear Retreat May 15-17, 2009 - The add-on package includes your hotel accommodations and early access to the crop room starting at 7:00 pm on Thursday night. This package will not include any Scrappin' Escapes hosted amenities, however I will be on hand for assistance and to answer any questions you might have . The Knickerbocker B&B will provide a delicious gourmet breakfast on Friday morning to all guests who arrive on Thursday. The official crop weekend will begin on Friday morning at 9:00 am. Cost for the add-on package for Big Bear is $165.00 per room, so for double occupacy rooms your cost per person for Thursday night would be $82.50. If you have already registered for the Big Bear retreat and decide you would like to add the Thursday night package please just send me an e-mail to rivpunk@aol.com.

San Diego Retreat - We are finalizing the details for the add-on packages for all of our San Diego events at this time. We will update you as soon as more details become available.

Happy Scrappin'

Jessica

San Diego Retreat

I am bit behind on psoting pics from my San Diego Retreat, but here are some. Enjoy!!

Scrapbook Royalty Royal Slumber Crop

Hi everyone!

Hope this post finds you all well, I am back and fully rested from this past weekend I had the pleasure of heading South to San Marcos for the Royal Slumber Crop sponsored by Scrapbook Royalty. I hosted a table and was the Fairy God Mother to a wonderful group of croppers, check out the slide show below.

A Fabulous Weekend Retreat!!

I am back from our San Diego Weekend Retreat and we had an awesome weekend, it was wonderful to meet so many scrappers and see so many familiar faces. I am very fortunate to have such a fun group of individuals join us. Check out the group shot below, don't they all look sooooo cute in their matching shirts??

Big Bear is almost SOLD OUT!!

Hello everyone!

Hope you are all doing well, we have been busy getting ready for our San Diego Retreat next week, YAYYY we have such a great weekend planned for everyone!!

But onto pressing matters, if you have been thinking about signing up for our Big Bear Retreat now is the time to do it, we are down to only a couple of spaces. Please keep in mind that we must receive your deposit in order to hold your space. Click here to visit our Big Bear Event page.

So Cal Scrap Clearance Sale!!!

So Cal Scrap is having an awesome clearance sale, they are making room for tons of great new product! Check them out and get some amazing deals!!!!!

Everything .25 cents
Everything .50 cents
20% Off Sale
30% Clearance Sale
40% Clearance Sale
50% Clearance Sale
60% Clearance Sale

The retreat roll call winner is . . .

The retreat roll call winner is . . . Shurie!!! YAY Shurie, thanks to all of the ladies who shared their enthusiasm here on our blog. Shurie you will have a cool prize waiting for you when you arrive on Friday Feb. 27!!!

Scrapbook Girls Order Date Extended!!

Scrapbook Girl & The Little Crop Shop

Hi Everyone, I will be at the next Scrappin' Escapes retreat in February and am offering a special on pre-orders for any regular priced Scrapbook Girl merchandise. I will hand deliver at the retreat and you will save 10% and get FREE shipping . You can view Scrapbook Girl at http://www.scrapbookgirl.com/. If you have any questions about sizes please feel free to email me at crystal@littlecropshop.com. I will send a reply to confirm I received your order.
All pre-orders need to be received by Noon on Sunday February 15th.
Happy Scrappin' Crystal
951-735-4098

San Diego Classes Cosmos in Bloom

Check out these 2 great classes being offered by Kari of Urban Anthology.


Cosmo’s in Bloom
Cost: $25
Instructor: Kari Eskridge of Urban Anthology
Class Description: Use Prima’s Urban Cosmo paper line to create a 2 page layout, learning how to fussy cut, use cardboard, distressing techniques on your layouts. These layouts use layers of paper, ribbon, fibers, and cardboard to create a modern, yet distressed feel. In this class you will make custom looking 3-d embellishments… why buy them when you can make them in a matter of minutes!
This two page layout holds 1 - 4x6 photo horizontally, 1 – 4x6 photo vertically, and 3 – 2x3 photos horizontally. Bring these photos, or add them when you are done at home.
For this class please bring:
· Paper Trimmer
· Fiskars Finger Tip Craft Knife, Xacto Knife or Fine Tip Scissors
· Cutting matte – Glass or regular
· Distressing ink or chalk (brown or black)
· Glue Dots
· Fabric Tac or other strong holding liquid adhesive
· Scallop Edge Scissors
· Pencil


Techniques galore!
Cost: $35
Instructor: Kari Eskridge
Class Description: Learn how to incorporate distressing, layering, fuzzy cutting, and more
into your layouts, as well as learning how to make the most out of a single sheet of paper!
This class will take you through 3 layouts with directions to complete 2 more on your own.
Plus get directions to make 5 tags out of your scraps! The layouts will be made from the
Urban Anthology September Kit “Who’s That Cutie” containing Pink Paislee, Tinkering Ink,
Chatterbox papers, pared with a variety of embellishments. You will get OVER $40 retail in
product, plus complete color directions. Here are a few peaks at the layouts you will make.

Retreat Roll Call

Hi everyone are you attending our San Diego Event in 3 weeks? Share your excitement here on our blog, we will randomly select a winner to receive a fun prize pack!! Let the retreat fun begin!!!

San Diego Retreat Vendor Specials!

Scrapbook Girl & The Little Crop Shop

Hi Everyone, I will be at the next Scrappin' Escapes retreat in February and am offering a special on pre-orders for any regular priced Scrapbook Girl merchandise. I will hand deliver at the retreat and you will save 10% and get FREE shipping . You can view Scrapbook Girl at http://www.scrapbookgirl.com/. If you have any questions about sizes please feel free to email me at crystal@littlecropshop.com. I will send a reply to confirm I received your order.
All pre-orders need to be received by Noon on Friday February 6th.
Happy Scrappin' Crystal
951-735-4098



Urban Anthology
Online Scrapbook Store & Kit Club

Retreat Special
25% off Online and at the Retreat until March 15, 2009.
Use Coupon Code 8767e04c9e
Check out the Urban Anthology stire (www.urban-anthology.com/store) for great deals on scrapbook supplies. Pre-order for the best selection, and use coupon code 876704c9e to get the 25% retreat discount and have your order delivered right to your table!

Pre-orders must be made by 5:00 PM Wednesday February 25, 2009





Creative Memories Consultant Anita Salazar-Garza

Anita will be offering a 10% discount on all retreat pre-orders. All orders will be hand delivered to the retreat. Visit the website today to place your order.

Pre-orders must be recieved by Wednesday February 18th, 2009.

ONLINE Special’s
Order the New Heart Punch and the Paisley Punch and receive the Precision Point Adhesive Pen for Free ($6.00 value)! Order on my website and your order will be shipped to your home within 4 days. At the event I will give you your Precision Point Adhesive Pen.
Order one of the punches (online) and receive the Precision Adhesive Pen for $4.00, at the event.

www.mycmsite.com/asalazar
(714) 277-5314

San Diego Classes Coming Soon!

We have some awesome classes planned for all of you attending the San Diego Retreat in February, check back in the next few weeks for updates.

Registration for our August San Diego Retreat is now open!

Registration is now open for our August San Diego Weekend Retreat! You won't want to miss it register early to reserve your spot and for the best price!! Click on the link below.

San Diego Scrapbooking Retreat - August 21-23, 2009