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NEPA Stamp & Swap, Towanda/Wysox PA - Gnome for the Holidays - November 19, 2022
NEPA Stamp & Swap "Gnome for the Holidays" Saturday, November 19, 2022
9:45 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Wysox Presbyterian Church
22953 RT 187, Wysox, PA 18854
CLOSED & CREATING!
You're invited to the 7th NEPA Stamp & Swap, a day of stamping, friendship & fun! There's a lot planned & a few new things so please read everything below & if you still have questions, don’t be afraid to ask.
THEME: "Gnome for the Holidays". It's NOT mandatory to use the theme.
COST: $25.00 includes the venue & a gift bag. All funds will be spent on the event.
REGISTRATION: Registration & payment option are on the attached form. You will be added to list once payment is received. There are no refunds once the event is closed but you may offer your spot to someone. Attendees limited to 25.
COMMUNICATION: On Splitcoaststampers, go to "Forum" then "Get it Together". This will be the main way of communicating including the final numbers & information for the event. Please subscribe to the event & check-in often.
ARRIVAL TIME: Doors open at 9:00. We will begin introductions at 9:45 to start stamping by 10:00.
MANDATORY SHOEBOX PROJECT GUIDELINES:
A full card with QUALITY cardstock (CS) layers & embellishment(s) or a simple 3D item.
Projects should take NO MORE THAN 5-10 minutes to complete. Please keep it simple (sometimes less is more). Timing yourself while make your shoebox maybe helpful.
Bring all the supplies to complete your project including any special adhesive & tools.
Making kits are encouraged & very helpful. Supplying envelopes or sleeves are optional.
You need to pre-cut & score the cardstock.
To reduce the time of your project, you can punch, die cut or emboss but DO NOT pre-stamp.
Please bring a few extra parts to fix any "oopies".
Projects will be set out in the morning. YOU will move, YOUR PROJECT will not.
Post clear directions by your project unless it’s very obvious what to do. Include your name.
During introductions, you will VERY, VERY BREIFLY explain reminders or anything NOT in your directions. If your project needs directions but you are unable to print or handwrite them, please contact Lou Ann.
You will need to bring TWO completed shoebox projects; one is a sample for your project at your table & one is placed on the display board.
Please DO NOT sit at a shoebox project if you are not working on it. There are empty tables available & sitting at a project may prevent someone from getting that project completed.
Your project supplies must stay at the event until the end. If you have to leave make arrangements for someone to pick it up.
When you know what your shoebox project is, please post a name for it on SCS or send me a PM.
Tips:
Consider doing the part(s) of a project that have to be done at the event (stamping, embossing & die cutting), take a photo of the sample then assemble later during the event or at home.
Towards the end of the event, if you’re done consider offering to help those who are behind.
t may be helpful to leave something on the table to indicate it’s in use when briefly leaving a project.
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PLEASE MAKE UP 25 KITS (this includes you)!!! PLUS 2 COMPLETED!
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SWAPS: You must participate in ONE swap. See corresponding post for specific instructions & final count:
1.) Artist Trading Card - Final Count = 13 - Post #4 2.) Christmas Card (full card) - Final Count = 13 - Post #5 3.) 3D Ornament (NO glass) – Final Count = 7 - Post #6 4.) Gift Card or Money Holder – Final Count = 11 - Post #7 5.) 6X6 Recipe Card – Final Count = 13 - Post #8 6.) Mini Slimline NVR Variety Card (full card) - Final Count = 19 - Post #9.
Please INCLUDE YOUR NAME somewhere on the swap(s) so we know who made it. For Christmas cards and gift card/money holders use a sticky note so it can be removed, a tag using removable adhesive or place in a bag with a tag. For swaps that will not be reused, place your name on the back. Also, ATC (cards) should be numbered # of #.
CONTEST: This year we will be voting for the favorite shoebox project. Votes will be cast through lunch.
FOOD: There is a refrigerator but no oven. Bottled water will be provided; bring you own soda, etc.
DOOR PRIZES: Our goal is to have something for everyone. Donations for door prizes are welcome.
GIFT SWAP (optional):
Bring a gift related to stamping; Everyone who brings a gift to swap will leave with one.
Value should be in the $10-$15 range.
Stamped handmade projects are appreciated! If it’s something you’d like to take home, it’s probably perfect!
Include your name somewhere inside so the lucky winner knows who to thank.
Wrap it up pretty so it’ll be a surprise until we’re done swapping.
EMBOSSING AREA: We will have areas set up with a heat tool & 2 Big Shots for embossing & die cutting so no need to bring your own. You will need to bring the embossing powders for your project with a tray/paper plate, etc. or embossing folders/dies for your project.
NAME TAGS: Since we all want to make new friends, please bring a name tag & include your SCS name if you have one. Stamped handmade name tags are beautiful & fun to see how creative we can get but we will have generic name tags available too.
GARAGE SALE: Bring your stamps and stamping supplies to sell or trade. Current Stampin' Up! items must be offered for trade only but you can sell retired items. There is a limited amount of room so please only bring 1 tote. There will be chairs to set your tote on. Make sure you label your items and tote with your name so buyers know who to pay. Payment arrangements are between you & the buyer(s). We are not responsible for missing items so bring at your own risk. There is no fee to sell or trade at this event.
OTHER:
Label your personal stamping tools which you may use including scissors, bone folder, paper cutter/scorer, scissors, straightedge, etc.
Bring LOTS of your favorite adhesive.
Bring something to place finished project in & baggies/envelopes to put unfinished projects in.
Mini Slimline NVR Variety Card - Full card; Birthday, Sympathy, Get Well or Thinking
For this swap, the mini slimline card must fit into a #6 3/4 envelope (standard mailing envelope) so no larger than 3 1/4" x 6 1/4" . You will choose the card's theme then make them all the same. You will receive a variety of cards in return.
Donation to Church
Diane Z.
Jessica B.
Mary Ann H.
Lisa B.
Andrea B.
Terri C.
Gayla N.
Robin E.
Missy H.
Sheila L.
Christine C.
Renee A.
Karen B.
Judy P.
Anette Z.
Lora W.
Jeannette K.
Linda C.
Last edited by Crooked Stamper; 11-15-2022 at 04:20 AM..
Just so everyone knows why your name is green or black. Green indicates you have sent me your form & black indicates I still need it. This is mainly for me to keep track. You can still change your swap up until the deadline.
Hey Lou Ann, registration form should be in your inbox. Will bring either a Rum Cake or Cappuccino Trifle dessert. As I keep buying items to add to my stash should probably use some of them. Participating in the Christmas Card and the Mini Slimline Variety Card swap.
I have a proposal for everyone! You can post your answer here or send me a PM with your answer:
Since the event is filled & everyone has paid, I am proposing that we change the deadline from Saturday, October 1st to Saturday, August 6th.
This will require that everyone have their swap selections finalized & you won't be able to change it after August 6th. It will also give everyone approx. 3 1/2 months to prepare for the event. You don't need to submit your dish to pass item until closer to the event.
After August 6th, if you CAN NOT attend you won't get a refund unless there is someone to take your place. Your replacement must be willing to do the same swaps you signed up for. If there isn't a replacement, you will receive a goodie bag (which will most likely be worth more than $25.00 but you may need to pay the postage if you're out of town).
Again, please post your response here by Sunday, June 26th or if you want it to be anonymous you can send me a PM.
NEPA Stamp & Swap, Towanda/Wysox PA - Gnome for the Holidays - November 19, 2022
