ScrapFest 2011 . . . Recession Style

Well ladies. The time has come again for us to make the annual pilgrimage to St. George, UT for ScrapFest 2011. Can you believe it? I can't seem to wrap my brain around the fact that it's been an entire YEAR since we sat around, played with paper and crafted, captured memories, and made some more of our own memories at ScrapFest 2010. But alas, the year has flown by, and it's time to get our duckies all lined up for ScrapFest 2011. Quack! Quack! ;)



This year, we're making some minor changes in ScrapFest. Mainly, trimming some of the fat (oh no, not the treat situation... there'll be plenty-o-fat there) by reducing the cost of ScrapFest 2011. As much fun as the drawings and contests are, most of us are more interested in the get-away and the shopping and the lounging and the good times with our girlfriends. And if that's not enough to have you register, there IS the enormous sense of accomplishment for actually getting some scrapbooking done or finishing a crafty project you started way back when while spending the weekend at ScrapFest. By trimming the registration fee, we'll be eliminating MOST of the drawings for prizes. {I know, insert a little disappointment } The good news is, all the best, always-guaranteed parts will still be included in your registration fee. You'll still have a welcome gift, plenty of space to do your thang, tons of snacks and water service, and the great times with your friends/family-who-are-also-your-friends/strangers-who-become-your-friends-by-the-time-the-weekend-is-over. Woo Hoo!!!



Sooo, now what? You're convinced you wanna come and you've cleared your schedule for the weekend, so now you register. On the right sidebar at the very top, there's TWO things you need to complete in order to register for ScrapFest 2011. FIRST click on the register link and fill out the survey form to give us your much-needed info. THEN decided on whether you want to come all day Friday, February 11, 2011 [10am-4pm] (Early Bird Crop) for $25.00 or to the main event from Friday at 5pm until the wee hours of Saturday night (ScrapFest) for $45.00 OR to both the events for $70.00. Select your option BEFORE hitting the BUY NOW button!!! You will pay through paypal (totally safe and paper free) and then I will be notified that you've registered and paid. If you scroll down you'll see a list of "WHO's COMING to SCRAPFEST 2011" and when your name is placed on that list, it'll serve as your receipt that you are in to this most prestigious and exciting event. **On January 1, 2011, the prices for each event will be increased by $10.00 until January 30, 2011 which will be the cut-off for registrations.** Pretty much the early bird gets a cheaper worm, so register NOW!!!

This year, we are planning on only allowing 70 people because we want everyone to be comfortable and happy and able to their magical creative things with room to still move and mingle. (Plus, let's face it, some of us bring A LOT of stuff that needs its space too.) SO, register early and then call your friends or forward the blog link to them and have them sign up. It's always sad to turn people away who REALLY wanna come but didn't make the cut... AND since it's cheaper this year, we're planning on it being more accessible to more people, so get yourselves registered. PRONTO.

If, for any reason, you need a refund of your ScrapFest registration, requests must be submitted to in writing before January 15, 2011 (a comment on this blog requesting a refund will suffice.) I know sometimes things come up and you might not be able to make it, even though you've registered, and either you'd like your money back OR to transfer your registration to someone else. All transfers will be accepted UNTIL February 1, 2011. This allows time for planning/printing changes.

So, let's review what you're paying for this year:

*Table space (appx. 4 ft. table space)

*Access to 12x12 printer and oodles of fonts for your journaling needs

*Treats and sweets and yummies and goodies

*Wi-fi access through the Holiday Inn

*Water service

*Great Drawings

*Welcome gift

Those registering for the Early Bird crop will enjoy the extra time in the ScrapFest room.

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:

Dates and Info you'll want to remember

Tuesday, October 26, 2011 - Registration Begins

$25.00 Early Bird

$45.00 ScrapFest

Friday, January 1, 2011 - Rate increase

$35.00 Early Bird

$55.00 ScrapFest

Saturday, January 15, 2011 - All Registrations now non-refundable.

Group rate for ScrapFest hotel rooms at Holiday Inn guaranteed through Jan. 15th only!!!

Tuesday, February 1, 2011 - All registrations now non-transferable.

All registration closed.

Friday, February 11, 2011

10am-4pm - Early Bird Crop

Friday, cont.

5:00pm - ScrapFest 2011 Kick-Off
Crop 'Til You Drop
Activities will go until midnight
(Room stays open and available all night long)

Saturday, February 12, 2011

6:00am to midnight (or later) - Don't Stop the Crop!

Sunday, February 13, 2011

Pack up, Check out, Go home, Sniff, Cry, WAIL, Look forward to next year!


REGISTERING TIPS
This event is a get-away to [hopefully] accomplish some good stuff. Because of that, this event is not meant for kids and families. That being said, we believe the ones who need the most break is sometimes those newer moms, so please only bring babies who will not be distracting to other scrappers who are also getting-away and/or those babies that rely on you for their nourishment.

On the registration form, there is a special spot for you to include special accommodations you may need. THIS would be the place to explain that you are bringing your computer and/or your own printer and need some outlet access, or that you're bringing a baby. Do you have any food allergies? THIS would be the place to tell us about them. It would also be the spot where you request what friends you want to sit with and/or special table arrangements you would prefer. I work really hard to address all those issues beforehand and it'll be extremely helpful to address these issues BEFORE the start of ScrapFest as opposed to once we're ready to begin the good times. All music will need to be through personal earphones if you don't want to listen to our playlist. HIGHLY recommend bringing your own extention cords this year as more people are doing digital scrapbooking or bringing their crafting appliances (sewing machines, etc.)

So, now that you've sent your payment through PayPal and completed your registration, it's time to make your hotel arrangements at the Holiday Inn in St. George. Line up some roomies or make your reservation and then convince some friends to register to split the cost. When making your hotel room reservation, call 1-435-628-4235 OR 1-800-457-9800 and make sure you make reference to the ScrapFest room rate, so you can get the best deal. Room registration should be made by January 15, 2011 to insure you get our super special rate. Too, Holiday Inn has a small workout facility, hot tub, and and heated indoor/outdoor pool for your enjoyment.

FINALLY, keep checking this blog. If there's any kind of update or information we need to share, it will be ON THIS BLOG. Leave comments or questions for me on this blog, too, and it'll be easier to get back to you . . . chances are if I've left something out others will be wanting to know the answer, too.

K. So, go register. And tell your friends. How fun is it to bring in new friends? It's what makes this trip SO MUCH FUN! Can't wait to see you there :)