CKC-Hartford CLASSES ARE UP master list post 1

[LindaBabe]

Okay I'm getting really excited now!

You can assign calanniebu and I to bring whatever as far as food goes - we'll be driving down Friday and can stop along the way to get anything. Connecticut is chock full of Stop and Shops.

Since Linda is getting there a day early, maybe she could call one of us (or will you have internet access?) after she sees the room and let us know what would be easy/helpful to bring for extra chairs/tables, etc. I have a few little TV tray type tables if needed.

I would love to look at other people's albums! That would definitely be a fun thing.

Brilliant - someone pm me your phone number! (I duno if I want to pay 10$ a day for internet access - this place sounds like Disney - charge for this - charge for that!)

What do you want for Albums? Disney, CJ's, or our recent 6 week tour of the east coast?

[New England Eeyore]

If everyone wants to exchange phone numbers, you can PM me and I'll compile a master list and send it back to everyone if you want to save with the back and forth.

Personally, I'd love to see your book for the driving tour of the East, because that kind of road trip is a "someday" goal of mine. But anything is good!

My albums tend to require fork lifts to lift. I'll have to figure out what is easily transportable. ;)

[BernardandMissBianca]

If everyone wants to exchange phone numbers, you can PM me and I'll compile a master list and send it back to everyone if you want to save with the back and forth.

Personally, I'd love to see your book for the driving tour of the East, because that kind of road trip is a "someday" goal of mine. But anything is good!

My albums tend to require fork lifts to lift. I'll have to figure out what is easily transportable. ;)

you have my cell number right? PMing you anyway.

We have the list for who is eating with us, we can add what you want to bring to that. so tell me what you want for food.

[New England Eeyore]

I do have your #, but thanks for sending it. It'll be easier to have them all in my PM box.

[Lisa]

Yes, we need to decide on what to eat. I suggested grinders, LTM suggested getting wings delivered. Both work for me, don't mind. If we order the wings they will be brought to us. That is appealing.

I'll go with the majority.

[Lisa]

Yes, we need to decide on what to eat. I suggested grinders, LTM suggested getting wings delivered. Both work for me, don't mind. If we order the wings they will be brought to us. That is appealing.

I'll go with the majority.

LindaBabe, I work in the next town over from Hartford, should you want a visitor when you first arrive. I could come over for lunch or something.:hug:

Actually, this got me thinking, maybe next to our names of who is attending, we put when we are arriving to try to hook up with one another. I will be there Thursday night, still not sure about when arriving Friday. Most likely noonish, and staying the night.

[LindaBabe]

Arriving Wednesday night, before dark, to keep from having to get up at
0'dark:30 to make the 9 am start of the album class. Staying at Marriott through Sunday morning.

I don't know if we get a lunch break, Thursday, but love to have you come over any time you're ready to brave the traffic.

My preference of the two is Grinders first and wings 2nd, just because the latter are messy, but I too, will go with the group. I"m bringing a cooler, paper goods and snacks. Can't WAIT to meet y'all!

[BernardandMissBianca]

We can do wings and grinders. Subway??

So we need:

plates
napkins
forks?
drinks
dessert
cups
liquor :p
chips or Potato salad or green salad
wet wipes of we do wings

[PrincessNancy96]

Just don't drink and dial me!!! :)

Unless of course you really want too!!!!

[BernardandMissBianca]

Just don't drink and dial me!!! :)

Unless of course you really want too!!!!

OK, I promise not to drink and dial but I can't promise I won't drink and text. ;)

[calanniebu]

I can make something for dessert. :-)

[Lisa]

Just don't drink and dial me!!! :)

Unless of course you really want too!!!!

I can't make that promise. :goodvibes

Okay, grinders and wings. I'll order the big grinder thingie from Highland Park. Who wants to take a ride with me Friday after my class? I'll show you scenic CT.

[VacationKicks]

I think I've read all the planning msgs now. I think I'm the only one who doesn't know any other Disers, but I'm am looking forward to changing that!

I've pm both NEE and Lisa with my cell #.

I will be arriving on Friday around 10am. I will leave sometime on Friday night. No rush on that.

Grinders sounds good to me. Can I bring something that doesn't need to be kept cold? Maybe chips or paper products?

Are we going to bring scrapbooks to look at during dinner? I saw that mentioned but wasn't sure if that was a go.

Only a couple of weeks now!

-Kim

[calanniebu]

I'd go but my class gets out later than yours and I would think you'd want to leave right after class to avoid as much traffic as you can.

[Lisa]

Okay, I am getting the sign ups for food going:

Lisa - jumbo grinder to feed the group, makings for Konk Koolers
Ryan - dessert
Jennifer: wings
Linda Babe - paper products, paper plates, plastic ware, cups, napkins, snacks.
VacationKicks - chips
BAMB - water and eclairs
NEE - wet wipes, cups and soda/iced tea, Italian cookies

We still need:

dessert
libations of choice
Potato, pasta, or green salad
perhaps cheese and crackers

[LindaBabe]

Okay, I am getting the sign ups for food going:

Lisa - jumbo grinder to feed the group, makings for Konk Koolers
Ryan - dessert
Jennifer: wings
Linda Babe - paper products, paper plates and napkins, snacks.
VacationKicks - chips and plastic ware (do you mind?)

We still need:

drinks: bottled water and ice tea, soda
dessert
cups
libations of choice
chips or Potato salad or green salad
wet wipes for wings

I already got the plastic ware in hand too, as well as a table cloth, plates, cups and napkins, roll of paper towels. - does that throw your plan totally off?

As for going with you to collect the grinders - I'd love to but I have a class from 6-7:30. Maybe I'd better hand off my contributions to whatever room is hosting - y'all aren't going to want to wait til 7:30 to eat . . . unless the supper is in my room, in which case you won't have any choice, will you?;)

VKicks, I don't actually *know* any other DISers either - I just go along as if I do, because I'll know 'em eventually, KWIM?

[BernardandMissBianca]

I can bring mini eclairs and water. I'll pack that in the cooler before I head back.

[New England Eeyore]

So I can bring wet wipes, cups and soda/iced tea. What do you all like to drink?

[LindaBabe]

I can bring mini eclairs and water. I'll pack that in the cooler before I head back.
Ohhhhhhhhhhhh! ECLAIRS!:love:

[Lisa]

I updated the list. Linda, I doubt anyone would mind eating once you are done your class. We might be munching on snacks before then....

[calanniebu]

I can also bring some veggies (carrots/celery) and dip. Might be good to have with the wings!

[LindaBabe]

LOVE Veggies and dip! (Goes right along with the eclairs, don't you think?:rotfl2: ) You've got me thinking more about food and less about scrapping!

Now, I need to start thinking about doing the homework for that all day class. There's a lot of it - the list calls for about twenty photos, all different sizes. But what do the pages look like? Someone suggested to cut paper to the sizes and do the photos later - made sense to me.

[VacationKicks]

I already got the plastic ware in hand too, as well as a table cloth, plates, cups and napkins, roll of paper towels. - does that throw your plan totally off?


VKicks, I don't actually *know* any other DISers either - I just go along as if I do, because I'll know 'em eventually, KWIM?

OK, so I'll bring a couple bags of chips since Lindababe has got the plastic ware already. Is there anything else I can bring?

Also, Lisa if you are still looking for someone to take the drive to get the grinder with you, I am available after scheming around ends at 4:10.

[New England Eeyore]

I've pm both NEE and Lisa with my cell #.
-Kim

I didn't get that PM. Do you want to send it again? I think I'll have the list all set after that.

[BernardandMissBianca]

Ohhhhhhhhhhhh! ECLAIRS!:love:

it's the mini frozen ones. I LOVVVVVVEEEEE those!!!

I updated the list. Linda, I doubt anyone would mind eating once you are done your class. We might be munching on snacks before then....

I can wait, I eat late anyway.

LOVE Veggies and dip! (Goes right along with the eclairs, don't you think?:rotfl2: ) You've got me thinking more about food and less about scrapping!

Now, I need to start thinking about doing the homework for that all day class. There's a lot of it - the list calls for about twenty photos, all different sizes. But what do the pages look like? Someone suggested to cut paper to the sizes and do the photos later - made sense to me.

I would do the paper. How do you know what pics would look best? I'm forever changing my mind on that one.

Lisa, DH will be in NYC on Thursday so I have to wait for mom to come home before I can leave for the class. I hope we don't cut it too close from the Park and ride, what do you think? She gets home around 6:15.

[Lisa]

It might be cutting it close, but we should be okay. If you left your house at 6:15 pm, you should be at the park and ride by 6:30 pm, getting us to Htfd by 6:50. We can do the HOV lane.

:idea: Do you want to drop the kids off to my house, then DH can bring them back to Mom? That could be arranged too. Let me know.

Will update the food listing later.

[LindaBabe]

Does anyone know what would be the best time of afternoon or evening to drive into Hartford on I-91? I'd like to avoid 'rush hours'.

[Lisa]

LindaBabe, going into Hartford won't be a problem. Everyone who works in Hartford will be anxious to get out!

[New England Eeyore]

I just sent out the cell phone list. Let me know if anyone didn't get it or I transposed anything incorrectly.

[New England Eeyore]

Oh, and I'll pick up some Italian cookies for dessert too - those will travel well.

[lovingthemouse]

Hi everyone - I pm'd Lisa this morning to tell her that if I am feeling up to it, my friend Laurie and I will join you all in Hartford. My daughters think it would be good for me to be with friends, and do something which I so love to do. So, God willing, I hope to see you all.

[Lisa]

Hi everyone - I pm'd Lisa this morning to tell her that if I am feeling up to it, my friend Laurie and I will join you all in Hartford. My daughters think it would be good for me to be with friends, and do something which I so love to do. So, God willing, I hope to see you all.

I do hope to see you there. I have another :hug: for you.

[New England Eeyore]

I really hope you come, also!

[LindaBabe]

Hi everyone - I pm'd Lisa this morning to tell her that if I am feeling up to it, my friend Laurie and I will join you all in Hartford. My daughters think it would be good for me to be with friends, and do something which I so love to do. So, God willing, I hope to see you all.

Caroline, here's hope you DO feel up to it! I have a :hug: for you too! And I know there will be plenty of food to include both of you - like the loaves and the fishies, there always is.

It's NEXT WEEK! I'm SO excited!

[BernardandMissBianca]

Hi everyone - I pm'd Lisa this morning to tell her that if I am feeling up to it, my friend Laurie and I will join you all in Hartford. My daughters think it would be good for me to be with friends, and do something which I so love to do. So, God willing, I hope to see you all.

I hope you can come, I need to give you some lovin' in person.

[BernardandMissBianca]

It's NEXT WEEK! I'm SO excited!

Oy!!!I better get a move on, I'm not prepared!!

[LindaBabe]

It took me the better part of two hours to measure out and cut paper to use as place holders for the Thursday Album class. Not a single standard print among them! I foresee a large number of photoshop hours, after this is all over.:scared:

Is anyone staying for the Saturday night crop? If not, I might cancel my last night's reservation and drive on home after my last class on Saturday. What d'ya think?

[BernardandMissBianca]

I'm not staying. DH will probably be heading out of town Sat so I need to see him for a bit,and get in a little shopping too. LOL

[New England Eeyore]

No Saturday night for me either. I'll be heading home after my last class.

[Lisa]

You guys will only want to hang out with me Friday night, ;) :laughing: I'll be heading home Saturday after my class.

[calanniebu]

I'm also heading out after my class on Sat afternoon. My DH is having an Oktoberfest at my house so I'd like to get home to partake in some of the festivities.

[LindaBabe]

Sorry, the old lady had a memory fault - who linked our ressies at the Marriott? I have a new number that I need to pm you. Unfortunately, to make sure my 'free' night on points and my paid ressie were in the same room, they had to link it under the first ressie#. Sorry for the hassle of calling them again!

[New England Eeyore]

Sorry, the old lady had a memory fault - who linked our ressies at the Marriott? I have a new number that I need to pm you. Unfortunately, to make sure my 'free' night on points and my paid ressie were in the same room, they had to link it under the first ressie#. Sorry for the hassle of calling them again!


That would be me. Just PM me and I'll call again - it's no problem!

[LindaBabe]

pm in your box! LESS than a week now! I'm SO excited

Yesterday, I printed labels and labeled all my tools (even the ones I'm *not* bringing), printed more labels for use filling out drawing forms, packed my tool bag and then had to unpack it again to make 8 cards from a kit.:dance3:

[Lisa]

Linda Babe, that is an excellent idea, printing out labels for drawing forms. Did you do your address and phone number?

I am going to get my tools kit together Saturday at BAMBs crop. I am only bringing exactly what they list for general supplies and my individual class.

I noticed you are attending the teacher's gift class. If they by chance have an extra kit, could you grab it for me. That looked interesting to me when I looked at the class list yesterday.

I will be arriving about 12:30 Friday afternoon, to check this out and find my class. VacationKicks, thanks for the offer to go with me to get the grinder but I tasked it over to BAMB on her way into HTFD later in the afternoon. She will be going right by the place, she is going to be a doll and pick it up. I just need to remember to give her money for it.:rotfl2:

[BernardandMissBianca]

The coupons for the vendors are in your e-mail boxes!


9 days to go!!!

[Lisa]

Printed out. :)

[New England Eeyore]

Got the PM with the ressie # - I'll call tonight.

Thanks for the reminder on the labels! Every year I kick myself that I didn't remember to do that. Adding that to my to-do list.

[LindaBabe]

Thank you for fronting the money for the food, Lisa!

Sure if there's an extra kit, I'll get it for you. You can probably have mine, too, if you have more than one kid - mine are WAY past the age for teacher gifts.

Name, address and cell phone number on the ones for the drawings. Name and cell # on the tools.

Looked at my schedule again, so I guess I AM going to the Saturday night crop. I will NOT want to drive home at 4 pm. Planning to work on my Christmas cookbook pages, and fortunately I had gathered all the stuff into a box before we went on our trip - just to clear the decks, so to speak. And, the tools and stuff I'll use will be the same ones as for classes, so covered there. Today I had some more photos printed for it.

We talked about bringing a couple albums to show off - are we going with that?

[BernardandMissBianca]

I'm bringing a few of my books.

[lovingthemouse]

Feeling more composed tonight - had a major meltdown last evening - now i am ready to ask - what are you bringing for tools - what's with your name tags LindaBabe? ...and the paper cut-outs? Sorry- i have been out of this preparation loop, but thinking positively, I want to be prepared, and meet all of you wonderful, supportive ladies. Night. Caroline

[Lisa]

Caroline, there is a list of basic supplies that is recommended to bring, let me post it for you.

Bring basic supplies to class
Come to class prepared with your essential, basic supplies to help you complete in-class projects:

· Favorite pair of straight-edge, micro-tip scissors
· Personal 12" x 12" paper trimmer
· Favorite adhesives, both wet and dry
· Black archival journaling pen
· Paper piercer and mat
· Stapler
· Regular hole punch
· Black and brown distressing ink
· Corner rounder
· Rub-on tool

Each class has suggestions for additional tools if required beyond the basics. You and I are in the first class together, you can use anything I have. If anyone forgets anything, I am sure a 411 can be issued and answered.

For one of the classes, several (more than 15) pictures cute to specific sizes are requested. I decided to cut white paper in the sizes given rather than decide what pictures to use, order or print the photos, then crop them.

LindaBabe came up with the great idea of making labels to put on any drawings cards rather than fill each one out by hand. Just slap a label on each card and move along.

Sorry you had a meltdown. You've been through a lot this past week :hug:

[LindaBabe]

Not my idea - I forget where it came from i - we've been using the address labels for years at home shows, etc. Of course THEN you get an avalanche of junk mail for decades after. And the labeling of the tools came from the email I got from CK with suggestions. Did y'all get another one of those today, along with the coupons?

You can have all the meltdowns you need,:hug: . Any classes we share, you can use my stuff, too.

Speaking of stuff. I sure hope they have bell services at this hotel! Did you know they make oreos candy? The snackage aisle is right next to the photo place in my local Walgreens.:rolleyes1

[LindaBabe]

So this morning, as I sit surrounded by tools, supplies, lists, piles of clothes and open suitcases. my husband says to me "are you excited about going to your scrapbook thing?" Ya THINK?

Packed my drybox this morning - I don't plan on being dependent on hotel food or convention snack stands. Coffee maker, filters, remember coffee, plates, cups, napkins, tablecloth, forks and knives, peanut butter, bridge mix, nuts, tuna packets, s & p, remember sharp knife and bagels . Must freeze my milk bottles for ice in the cooler. Wish we drank more milk around here, I could use the empty half gallons. Can't pack the cooler until Wednesday just before leaving. Must make a list . . . Am I rambling?

[Lisa]

Linda, if I could leave for it now, I would. :thumbsup2

I have gone thru all the classes to see if there are any more I wish to do. I have gotten some of my supplies together. Waiting until after tomorrow's crop to get the rest together. Thinking about what to pack.

Worried that I will forget something, but at least I know the area, or I can run home should I need to.

Off to see the schedule another time to see who is taking what class. :woohoo:

[Lisa]

Caroline and Linda, you are taking the Disney Board class Friday? Hmmm, when you get there, can you see if there is space available and call me Friday am? I can zip over.

Lindababe, Buffy and I will be there Thursday night for a class. Look for us. :goodvibes I am short, she is shorter. ;) I am cute, she is cuter. :goodvibes :goodvibes

I am so excited about this. :woohoo: :woohoo: :woohoo:

[lovingthemouse]

My goodness- I have never seen anyone so prepared! :thumbsup2
Once I get past the graveside service tomorrow, I hope to begin planning on Mon or Tues - today is a better day, calmer etc... and I am actually looking forward to meeting you all.
Lisa, we'll be glad to see if there is space available and let you know.

Tough call- you are both cute and shorter than me!!

[calanniebu]

You guys will like the Disney class. I took it at CKC Manchester. I too am excited ;-) I have an all weekend crop this weekend - ScrapPink at my LSS.

Quick question are we going to try to crop on Fri night or just gab and look at books? just wondering. :D

[Lisa]

I believe we were just planning a gab, eat, and drink fest!

Party in my room! :woohoo: :woohoo: :woohoo: Ooops, I mean Buffy's. :lmao:

[BernardandMissBianca]

Caroline and Linda, you are taking the Disney Board class Friday? Hmmm, when you get there, can you see if there is space available and call me Friday am? I can zip over.

Lindababe, Buffy and I will be there Thursday night for a class. Look for us. :goodvibes I am short, she is shorter. ;) I am cute, she is cuter. :goodvibes :goodvibes

I am so excited about this. :woohoo: :woohoo: :woohoo:

Well, I am shorter but we are equally cute. ;)

[BernardandMissBianca]

You guys will like the Disney class. I took it at CKC Manchester. I too am excited ;-) I have an all weekend crop this weekend - ScrapPink at my LSS.

Quick question are we going to try to crop on Fri night or just gab and look at books? just wondering. :D

I'm not going to crop, just bring my albums to browse and my camera to take pics of the DIS Divas Meet.

[LindaBabe]

I'm not going to crop, just bring my albums to browse and my camera to take pics of the DIS Divas Meet.

D*MN! And my Tiara is in my owner's locker in Florida!

The Disney Board book class *was* listed as full, but I'll check the bulletin board for cancellations, too.

:hug: Lovingtm, we'll be with you in spirit. Hang tough, girl.

Buffy & Lisa, what are you doing for supper on Thursday? Going home or you wanna meet in the coffee shop? I have a 2.5 hour break -

Wish I had a crop to go to this weekend. DH is making me crazy! He doesn't have any current projects and it's grey and raining out so he can't go out in the yard. I told him if he kept it up he was GETTING A JOB!

If your microwave starts making a LOUD buzzing sound, don't bother to call the repairman. It's fried and you need a new one. That was today's crisis.:headache:

[BernardandMissBianca]

Not sure yet, since my MIL is in the hospital DH might be staying home so I could leave a little earlier if need be. It will depend on if they move her to rehab or send her home.

[mla1977]

I did the board book in Valley Forge. I plan on putting some of my DLR pictures in it soon. I'll carry it with me in case I run into anyone.

[BernardandMissBianca]

sometimes they have the board books on sale in their booth too.

[mla1977]

The hanging Disney thing was for sale too. I don't know if it is a class in Hartford.

[LindaBabe]

Next years CKC Hartford is September 10-12. It's listed in the exhibitors section on the CK events page.

[mla1977]

My Mom will love to hear that! Her birthday is that weekend.

[BernardandMissBianca]

Next years CKC Hartford is September 10-12. It's listed in the exhibitors section on the CK events page.

cool!! But it's awfully close to SDV, DH would probably kill me if I did them back to back! :rotfl2:

[Lisa]

It's also the weekend of my workshop. :( I'll be able to do evening classes on Thursday or even day or evening classes on Friday, but won't be able to do any Saturday events.

[LindaBabe]

What's your workshop, Lisa?

I think I will choose this one over SDV because it's closer, therefore driveable and less expensive, easier to take tools, etc. And in Hartford, I'll have to concentrate on scrapping and not be tempted by the nearness of the "magic".

It appears that on Saturday, CK'll be collecting cards with blank insides to send to the troops for them to send. This morning, I made 8 new cards from a kit, and then went through my stash and picked out all the ones I'll never use, matched them with envelopes and packed 'em up to travel. I SO need an all day card class.

[Lisa]

What's your workshop, Lisa?

I hold a scrapbook workshop the second Saturday of every month. :)

[LindaBabe]

I hold a scrapbook workshop the second Saturday of every month. :)

So, I could do CK on Friday, your workshop on Saturday? That sounds about right! I didn't know you were a pro!

There's actually a class on Wednesday night at a place called inspiration station that sounds like fun - but it's half hour from Hartford, and I mistrust my ability to find my way back in the dark.

Figured out how the people staying at the 'official' hotel will get to the conference center - there's a shuttle that does a circle route of downtown, every 20 minutes. The Marriott will be way more convenient though.

Did you Saturday night croppers get anything accomplished?

[Lisa]

So, I could do CK on Friday, your workshop on Saturday? That sounds about right!

Now there is an idea!!!

Inspiration Station is out in the boonies. Pretty far off the highway. What time is your last class Saturday? I am wondering if I could show you how to get there.

[LindaBabe]

Yeah, that's what I figured from the google map, lol.

Thanks for the offer, Lisa! Unfortunately, I get out at 3:50 on Saturday, but I have a supper date with a non-scrapping friend from another Disney board.

[lovingthemouse]

Linda- Inspiration Station is awesome!!! It is located in a town I taught in 30 yrs ago. I would love to guide you there, but will be staying with my mom right after my Sat class so my 2 sisters and their DHs can go to their class reunion.
Gee, I even got to scrap last night- my grandson has a book report due tomorrow, his teacher offered about 25options, and one was a scrapbook. Ok, who could pass that one up? He is 10 and knows how to use my Cricut, so he got it all done.
I am looking forward to seeing you all this weekend - thanks for all your continuing support - it is much appreciated and NEEDED. Caroline

[LindaBabe]

Well, scratch the supper date - we decided to do breakfast instead. But I have this crazy idea that we may be sick of scrap talk by Saturday evening! lol

Glad you had someone to 'scrap' with - it gave you something fun to think about :goodvibes

Raining here - my plants are so happy!

[lovingthemouse]

Now you all have me really looking forward to this weekend! I have been trying to locate the list of bring-along tools - can't find it quickly enough - can someone please direct me once again?
Any other supplies you'd like me to bring along - foods etc????

[Lisa]

Lovingthemouse,

The basics you need to bring are:

Bring basic supplies to class
Come to class prepared with your essential, basic supplies to help you complete in-class projects:

· Favorite pair of straight-edge, micro-tip scissors
· Personal 12" x 12" paper trimmer
· Favorite adhesives, both wet and dry
· Black archival journaling pen
· Paper piercer and mat
· Stapler
· Regular hole punch
· Black and brown distressing ink
· Corner rounder
· Rub-on tool

If you are up to bringing cider, that's fine. Otherwise, just bring yourself. :hug: :goodvibes

[LindaBabe]

11. What should I bring for classes and/or crops?
Bring the following basic supplies so you can complete your class projects:


Favorite pair of straight-edge, micro-tip scissors

Personal 12" x 12" paper trimmer

Favorite adhesives, both wet and dry

Black archival journaling pen

Paper piercer and mat

Stapler

Regular hole punch

Black and brown distressing ink

Corner rounder

edited to say

Oooooh Cider! I LOVE Cider! lol (has anyone ever named a food I didn't love?)
Guess we're excited - all hanging out here today, lol

[MrsDopey]

Ok so it looks like I will be at the Vendor Fair shopping on Friday afternoon ( then Sat night and all day sunday i am locked in at work at the lss)

So whats everyones plans for dinner?!?! I would love to meet everyone...and Lisa and Buffy- I bet I am shorter than both of you!!!

[lovingthemouse]

Cider works for me - any donuts to go with the cider?

[calanniebu]

NEE & I should be arriving in Hartford around 1pm on Friday. Our first class is at 3 so we hope to grab some lunch and then take a peak at the vendor faire before our class.

[Lisa]

Ok so it looks like I will be at the Vendor Fair shopping on Friday afternoon ( then Sat night and all day sunday i am locked in at work at the lss)

So whats everyones plans for dinner?!?! I would love to meet everyone...and Lisa and Buffy- I bet I am shorter than both of you!!!

Melissa, we are getting together in our rooms for a pot luck dinner of sorts. I am getting a giant grinder, others are bringing desserts, chips and dips, etc. PM me your cell phone number, I can call you Friday with the location.

I wouldn't be surprised you are shorter. It's those Kinicki genes. ;) :laughing:

Cider works for me - any donuts to go with the cider?

Donuts, apple fritters, apple pie, apples and cheese, whatevah! Seriously, don't knock yourself out. We are going to have plenty of food. Probably enough leftovers for breakfast too!

[LindaBabe]

I cannot wait to be somewhere (ANYwhere) with NO TV! I am SO TIREDof hearing about Wall Street and politics!!!!:headache:

[BernardandMissBianca]

I'm tired of Hannah Montana and the Suite Life of Zach and Cody.

We don't even bother to watch the news anymore, it's too depressing.

[LindaBabe]

Oh Brother! Prompted by LovingtheMouse, I went back and looked at my class descriptions this morning. Guess I've got some more work to do, gathering supplies and cutting photo 'placeholder' papers. Just when I think I've got it all together . . .

[calanniebu]

I'm hoping to pack my scrapbook stuff tonight. I need to go track down the instructions for each of my classes. Only one more day of work - WOO HOO!!!

[BernardandMissBianca]

I'm not ready I'm not ready I'm not ready!!!!!

Just get me through Picture day today! LOL

[LindaBabe]

All packed but the cooler, and luggage staged in the diningroom. Now, i'm twiddling my thumbs waiting for it to be time to go.

Where did I get so much luggage for a 4 day trip? :scared1:

action packer (dry snacks and table supplies, coffee pot),
Large suitcase (crop project, tool tote, shopping tote, papertakers, teddy bear clothes),
Small suitcase (clothes),
Roll-on dufflebag (computer, camera gear, teddy bear),
Scrapbook tote (scrapbooks to share) and
Cooler (food and water).


Can you Imagine how much luggage I'll need for a month in Florida?:eek:

[Lisa]

Linda, we do have food in CT, ya know. ;) :lmao:

[New England Eeyore]

ARGH!!! I just went online to print my classes and supply list and discovered that they have the wrong first name attached to my profile! Obviously I registered under my correct name, and all my initial emails from them came with my correct name, but sometime in the past month or so they've decided that I should not be Suzanne, but instead be DEBI. In all capital letters just like that. How ridiculous is this? I've emailed them but I don't expect a response - they're very lousy with that - but I just hope I don't have a problem getting my ticket packet - I know they check ID. I'll print out all my initial emails with the correct name and the correct confirmation number, etc, but what a headache! And that means all my tickets will have the wrong name on them. If I win a prize, I'll just have to remember to answer to DEBI!

ARGH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[MrsDopey]

UOTE=New England Eeyore;27915824]ARGH!!! I just went online to print my classes and supply list and discovered that they have the wrong first name attached to my profile! Obviously I registered under my correct name, and all my initial emails from them came with my correct name, but sometime in the past month or so they've decided that I should not be Suzanne, but instead be DEBI. In all capital letters just like that. How ridiculous is this? I've emailed them but I don't expect a response - they're very lousy with that - but I just hope I don't have a problem getting my ticket packet - I know they check ID. I'll print out all my initial emails with the correct name and the correct confirmation number, etc, but what a headache! And that means all my tickets will have the wrong name on them. If I win a prize, I'll just have to remember to answer to DEBI!

ARGH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!![/QUOTE]



I got an email from CKC that clearly had my first name in my email addressed but in the greeting it said " Hello CONSTANCE"

I think they had a computer problem! I am glad I am not the only one who is having an identity crisis that I knew nothing about!!!!!!!!!!!!:laughing:

[calanniebu]

I'm off to check mine now ... I never got a chance earlier - stoopid werk!

[mla1977]

Same here! I've been having problems for about a month too. I purchased the classes for myself and my niece. I'll have to sort through my email to make sure I print something.

[mla1977]

So I just checked everything. My name was changed on my registration, but at least I printed the correct one out when I registered.

My niece ws given an new first name with my last name. I printed out the confirmation email with the correct name and the registration with the incorrect name. I guess I'll be trying to get there early on Friday morning.

[LindaBabe]

My name is now michelle! i did get an answer when I qvetched at them about it. They know who we are!

i know there is food here - and very good! I had some of it! But I read all the reports about bad food at conventions or no time to eat, so I packed it. Be prepared, you know?

CUtomorrow!

[lovingthemouse]

Have not begun packing anything yet - a few setbacks today, but i still plan to get there. Linda, glad that you got there safely. See you Friday for our Disney class.

[New England Eeyore]

I'm glad to hear it wasnt just me! I did get a reply to my email - I was surprised! They said they were trying to figure out what happened with the first names, but in lieu of a name, we would be asked to verify our email address when we picked up our packet.

You know, there are a lot of things I love about these conventions but this is the 3rd year I've been going and I have seen so many disasters about registration, computer issues, etc. over those years. How hard is it to just hire a decent IT person? For such a huge company, they make so many lousy mistakes when it comes to computers.

[VacationKicks]

My families Friday has gone berzerk, both girls have soccer practice, one then has a 5-6th grade social. My son is marching in the band during half time at the HS football game. His first half time since last week was rained out.
And my parents decided to drive up on Friday instead of Sat., as we had previously planned. Although that means tomorrow I need to clean and get ready for the convention, at least they can help my DH shuttle the 3 kids where they need to be! I'm glad I signed up for the convention in the summer, if I saw our schedules now I never would have. But, I'm really looking forward to it.

I started gathering my stuff today but I do have some questions for everyone. One thing I don't own is a paper piercer and mat? Is that something to make small holes like for brads? (I've never used brads in my scrapbooks.) Also, what do we need the stapler for, do you think I can leave that home. I could borrow my daughter's mini stapler. Would that work?

I bought my chips today! So I'm ready for dinner at least. Is the plan that we are going to call each other? If so, what time are we thinking?

I'll be driving up Fri. 10am, only one more day!

-Kim

[mla1977]

Hi Kim! What part of SE CT are you from? I grew up in Colchester.

If you have any push pins or thumb tacks at home, you can use that as a paper piercer and save yourself a few bucks.

[LindaBabe]

I started gathering my stuff today but I do have some questions for everyone. One thing I don't own is a paper piercer and mat? Is that something to make small holes like for brads? (I've never used brads in my scrapbooks.) Also, what do we need the stapler for, do you think I can leave that home. I could borrow my daughter's mini stapler. Would that work?

I bought my chips today! So I'm ready for dinner at least. Is the plan that we are going to call each other? If so, what time are we thinking?

I'll be driving up Fri. 10am, only one more day!

-Kim

mini stapler should be fine = we'll probably use it once:)

drive safe

LTM - there'll be days like that. Tomorrow *will* be better.

Looking forward to seeing you both!

I forgot my darn mouse and this computer mis making me NUTS!

[Lisa]

Hi, VK. I will be leaving work around 11:00 am. You'll be going right by my exit on Route 2 (8). We have the same class around in the afternoon. I'll call you when I get there.

Buffy will be picking up the grinder on her way in so we don't need to worry about going back out Friday afternoon. But thanks for offering to ride shotgun.

Caroline :hug:

Lindababe, it was great talking with you last night. Enjoy todays class.

[calanniebu]

YAY! Today is my Friday. I packed up most of my scrapping stuff last night ... and also realized that the album I got for my Disneymoon is already too full to put together and it's not even done! I have to get some longer posts/screws somewhere.

NEE: I'll call you tonight when I get home from work, k?

[New England Eeyore]

calanniebu: Sounds good.

I echo the others on using a pushpin for a paper piercer and bringing the mini stapler although you may not use it. Also, if there are tools you don't have you can usually borrow one from a tablemate.

[VacationKicks]

OK, I've packed my daughter's mini stapler and a push pin. I just have to make my photo place holders and I'm all set.

I've even got the house cleaned for my mother's visit!:woohoo:

[VacationKicks]

Hi Kim! What part of SE CT are you from? I grew up in Colchester.

I live in East Lyme. My kids have played against Colchester in sporting events.

[BernardandMissBianca]

Hi Kim! What part of SE CT are you from? I grew up in Colchester.




LOL I was just there this morning!

[BernardandMissBianca]

YAY! Today is my Friday. I packed up most of my scrapping stuff last night ... and also realized that the album I got for my Disneymoon is already too full to put together and it's not even done! I have to get some longer posts/screws somewhere.

NEE: I'll call you tonight when I get home from work, k?

You might be able to find posts tomorrow. I'm sure at least 1 vendor will have them.

[Lisa]

Just got back from our first class. Had a blast, was starting to get a little punchy, but BAMB kept me in line. :thumbsup2

Signed up for two more classes. Caroline, see you at the Disney class. Purchased the vacation album at the CK booth. Awesome value. BAMB and I put everything on one order, spent the required amount and used their 20% coupon.

See everyone tomorrow!!!! Should be there around 10 ish or so. Yeah, yeah, I know yesterday I said 11 but who can stay away.

Oh, by the way, I have a new name, my creative alter ego is Glenda. :lmao: I must be the good witch. :lmao: :lmao:

[BernardandMissBianca]

Hi I'm Laura!!! Nice to meet y'all! Glenda and Michelle are fabulous people but that Glenda has a bit of a witchy streak in her. She was getting quite cheeky even without the liquor. :rotfl2:


I've also decided that since I'm now Laura I get to be tall, skinny, and drop dead gorgeous too. LOL

[Lisa]

I've also decided that since I'm now Laura I get to be tall, skinny, and drop dead gorgeous too. LOL

And that is different now, how? :goodvibes :love:

[LindaBabe]

OMG yesterday was SO much fun. I took the all day album class and had an absolute BLAST. The teacher was Mikaela and so funny. (New grandma but still has an eye for a hottie, lol) We got TONS of product, as we should have, for that price. Album, full pack of Basic Grey, 20 sheets of Bazzil for backgrounds, about 20 more to cut up. 4-5 packs of buttons, bag of ribbons and brads, even a needle for sewing. glue pen, dot runner, two tim holtz ink thingys.

Meeting the Lisa and Buffy was so fun - it was good thing that vacation class was simple because we spent more time chatting and laughing than paying attention. I am NOT an agile stapler - finally managed to staple sucessfully and then discoverd I had stapled pages together:confused3

BRING water and snacks! Can't say it enough. you can laugh all you want - you'll be glad you did!

[BernardandMissBianca]

And that is different now, how? :goodvibes :love:

:love2:

[New England Eeyore]

Glad you guys had fun yesterday!! Looking forward to seeing you all later tonight!!

[New England Eeyore]

Glad you guys had fun yesterday!! Looking forward to seeing you all later tonight!!

[Lisa]

I am back, had a wonderful, wonderful time. We had a blast during the classes and after at our room party. And remember ladies, what happened in Hartford, stays in Hartford. ;) :lmao: :rolleyes1 :rolleyes1 :worship:

I got some great deals, a few okay deals, enjoyed the classes. If a CK comes near you, try to go if you can. I was impressed with how many vendors there were.

A friend of mine is coming over in a bit to look over what I got, need to consolidate so hubby doesn't see too much stuff! I thought I would get it away before he got home, but he is only an hour away.

[logan&tylersmama]

sorry i missed you guys - i got stuck at the Berlin Fair cub scout booth
then i did the altzhimers walk today and thought i would check it out on sunday until i looked on the website and there is no Sunday - oh well - think of all the money i saved myself
glad everyone had fun
jennifer

[LindaBabe]

I AM officially dead! Echoing Lisa, if a CKC comes near you - GO! and take money. LOTs of money, especially if you don't have an LSS.

ALL the DIS girls are just so much fun - it was hard to tear myself away from the room party. My experience was definitely enhanced by their presence!!! THank you, Ladies, for your many kindnesses!!! (Jennifer, you were missed and you missed a GREAT time.)

That being said, I would go alone again in a heartbeat if I couldn't find anyone else willing to go. Who knew having fun was so exhausting. There's a crop tonight, but I don't know if I can drag myself and my bag over to the convention center again.

[Lisa]

sorry i missed you guys - i got stuck at the Berlin Fair cub scout booth
then i did the altzhimers walk today and thought i would check it out on sunday until i looked on the website and there is no Sunday - oh well - think of all the money i saved myself
glad everyone had fun
jennifer

Jennifer, sorry you missed it, we missed you. :hug:

[lovingthemouse]

Making the decision to go was such a positive one. I truly had a wonderful time!!:flower3:
From the moment we checked in, Laurie and I found so much to do, and we could not have had better company. My Mickey book will get completed, in my time frame! The instructor was wonderful but way more fast paced than my hand and eye coordination could fathom. BTW, who were those giggling ladies in the front row?? :eek: LindaBabe, it was a good thing that Lisa had some water as you entered that class.
Just wanted to send along special thanks to NEE, CalannieBU, VacationKicks, LindaBabe, Buffy, Lisa, Eileen and my BFFLaurie for creating such a great atmosphere, extending their friendships and laughter to me, and making me feel so wonderful to be there. My DH would have been proud to see me having such a fun experience through all my sadness!! You all are the best!!! Promise to get that picture posted this evening!
Now, what story weren't we supposed to share?? Guess it stayed in Hartford! :rotfl2:
Jennifer- sorry that I never did get to meet you but there will be plenty of times ahead, and I hope in Nov. you have great stories to share after your Disney trip.

[New England Eeyore]

I had such a wonderful time meeting all of you! I look forward to seeing many of you again in November!

[VacationKicks]

I took 3 classes, bought some new scrapbooking supplies, and made some new friends. What a great Friday!:cool1:

I hope to make it up to Lisa's crop in Nov., and see you all again.

[logan&tylersmama]

wow it sounds like LISA'S CROP will be the place to be in Nov.
cant wait to meet everyone
jennifer

[dlbwright]

Hey Lisa,

Can I join in the fun!? :cool1: I am so glad that I asked you about the paper. I just guess it was meant to be. I am so excited about the crops. I can't go next week, forgot I already had plans. But you mentioned one that you do on the 4th Saturday of the month. I need all your details girl. I bought so much stuff there I gotta use it. I took cash and literally had 18 cents left! :scared1: So I gotta get to work.

Let me know.

Diana

[Lisa]

Diana, it was great to see you again!!!

My crops at still at the Village, second Saturday of the month. And Buffy will be having one October 25th and I believe the 4th Saturday of November. I'll pm you with the info. :)

[BernardandMissBianca]

Diana, it was great to see you again!!!

My crops at still at the Village, second Saturday of the month. And Buffy will be having one October 25th and I believe the 4th Saturday of November. I'll pm you with the info. :)

November's tentative date is the 22nd. I will know more after Wednesday (PTO meeting).