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Class Registration is Open!

2011-09-18T10:59:00.000-07:00

We are so excited about these classes - our vendors have selected classes with new products and exciting techniques to make sure you're doing something you have not seen before. If you need to register for the event ($75) please click here. Once you are registered for the event, you may register for as many classes as you wish, none of them will overlap and draws, announcements, etc. will not take place during classes.

To register for a class, simply click the title of the class and you will be taken to the registration window. You must register for each class individually, for example, if you want to take the Shot Class and the Creative Memories class, you will have to click each title and register for each class separately.

Shot Class with Vanessa Pressacco of Shutterfly Images Photography
Understanding the basic and creative functions of your camera. Learn when and HOW to use those setting for optimal results. Vanessa is well known for her "out of the box" thinking, creative edge and easy going manner. $15.00

Heart Photography - Building the Love in with Chris Keating of Towne Photography

Understanding composition and light are fundamental keys to a successful shot. Chris is not only a great photographer but also a sought after speaker in Canada and the US - his passion for his craft is evident - and will inspire you. $25.00

Shabby Chic with Lynn Thune of the Scrap Yard

A 9x9 Shabby Chic Altered Art Project. You'll love it - a fantastic piece of art for your wall or table. $20.00

Tim Holtz with Lori Wilson-Bunda of the Scrap Yard
Lori will be teaching an intro class of Tim Holtz's favourite products (Distress) , making 2 tags using the product. Vagabond machine demo, cutting dies and texture fades will be used on the tags. You will also see blending techniques with the Tim Holtz Blending Tool and Distress Inks - Fun! $20.00

Gratitude 2 page spread with Marilee Nakano of Creative Memories
Create a beautiful, 4 photo, 2 page spread using the new CM Gratitude Paper & Photo Mat Pack. Each participant will receive their own package containing 16 sheets of double sided paper and 32 photo mats. You will use the new Border Maker System and Postage Stamp Place n Punch Tool. You will have enough paper to make many more beautiful pages. $20.00

Wonderland Mini Album with Deborah Baldock of Close to my Heart
Complete a mini album featuring the new Wonderland paper from the fall/winter idea book. Cute, 12 page, 6x6 accordion style album. Holds 10 photos and is complemented with pewter accents, icing overlays and die cutes from the new Art Philosophy Cricut Cartridge. Every person who attends the class will be entered to win the new CTMH Cricut Collection! $40.00

Thank you for registering to scrapbook with us and take part in our vendor's exciting classes - we can't wait to see you and the countdown is ON!

Class Descriptions

2011-09-17T13:56:00.001-07:00

Hi everyone,

These are class descriptions - registration for classes begins tomorrow, Sept. 18th at noon. Please note, you must be registered for the day ($75, click here to register) before you can register for classes. Please note, no classes will run simultaneously, so you can register for as many classes as you like, none will overlap. There will not be any other events or draws made during any class time - we don't want you to miss anything.

1. Shot Class with Vanessa Pressacco of Shutterfly Images Photography - $15.00 - Class limit 40 people

Understanding the basic and creative functions of your camera. Learn when and HOW to use those setting for optimal results. Vanessa is well known for her "out of the box" thinking, creative edge and easy going manner.

2. Heart Photography - Building the Love in with Chris Keating of Towne Photography - $25.00 - Class limit 40 people

Understanding composition and light are fundamental keys to a successful shot. Chris is not only a great photographer but also a sought after speaker - his passion for his craft is evident - and will inspire you.

3. Shabby Chic with Lynn Thune of the Scrap Yard - $25.00 - Class limit 20 people

A 9x9 Shabby Chic Altered Art Project. You'll love it - a fantastic piece of art for your wall or table.

4. Tim Holtz with Lori Wilson-Bunda of the Scrap Yard - $20.00 - Class limit 20 people

Lori will be teaching an intro class of Tim Holtz's favourite products (Distress) , making 2 tags using the product. Vagabond machine demo, cutting dies and texture fades will be used on the tags. You will also see blending techniques with the Tim Holtz Blending Tool and Distress Inks - Fun!

5. Wonderland Mini Album with Deborah Baldock of Close to my Heart - $40.00 - Class limit 20 people

Complete a mini album featuring the new Wonderland paper from the fall/winter idea book. Cute, 12 page, 6x6 accordion style album. Holds 10 photos and is complemented with pewter accents, icing overlays and die cutes from the new Art Philosophy Cricut Cartridge. Every person who attends the class will be entered to win the new Cricut Collection, which features 3 exclusive coordinating stamp sets and 3 sheets of coordinating die cut chip board sheets.

Supplies needed - Scissors, adhesive, piercing tool, chocolate (brown) and crystal blue (light-medium blue) ink, glue dots, foam squares. Extra supplies will be available to borrow, but it is recommended you bring these supplies.

6. Gratitude 2 page spread with Marilee Nakano of Creative Memories - $20.00 - Class limit 10 people

Create a beautiful, 4 photo, 2 page spread using the new CM Gratitude Paper & Photo Mat Pack. Each participant will receive their own package containing 16 sheets of double sided paper and 32 photo mats. You will use the new Border Maker System and Postage Stamp Place n Punch Tool. You will have enough paper to make many more beautiful pages or projects.

REGISTRATION IS OPEN!

2011-09-11T11:00:00.000-07:00

Please click to register for the Okotoks Scrapbook Convention on October 1, 2011.

October 1st - It's coming!

2011-08-29T14:51:00.000-07:00

Hi everyone,

The bad news is, this site is out of date. The good news is that it's because we've all been working very hard on making this year amazing!

Here's the info you are probably looking for.

The Okotoks Scrapbook Convention will be held Saturday October 1st, 2011 a the Foothills Centennial Centre.

Registration date - Sunday September 11th, 2011. Please come back to this site for more registration information as it becomes available.

We are very excited to announce that The Scrapyard will be the store facilitating the event, so should you run out of adhesive, there will be plenty available! If you've ever been in Lori's store, you know she and her staff are passionate about scrapbooking and will help make this day an event to remember.

We are still finalizing the vendors who will be in attendance, there will be great make & takes and classes from all of our vendors! As soon as this information is available, it will be posted on this site (probably the week before registration).

Postponement

2011-02-09T08:15:00.000-08:00

Hi everyone,

It is with regret that I announce the postponement of this year's event. Due to unforeseen medical circumstances, Shannon is not able to continue her role as co-chair of the Okotoks Scrapbook Convention. I would love to chair this event on my own, but at this moment I know that if I am flying solo I will not be able to give it the attention it deserves within the timeframe of which it all needs to be done - I want to make sure you have the most fantastic time!

Shannon and I have decided postponing until the fall is the best option and I will continue to chair the event in her absence. I am working with Sherrie Botten of the Rowan House as well as the venue to secure a date, which will be announced as soon as it is available.

I know some folks may have all ready booked time off work or made plans to travel to spend the day with us. Please know that this decision was not made lightly and we appreciate your support from the bottom of our hearts. We are very hopeful that by fall, Shannon will be able to slip on her chair shoes once again and be a part of this wonderful day - just think, you will be able to scrapbook all of your summer pictures and take a break once the back-to-school grind begins.

If your heart needs a scrap on April 2, please consider joining Allison Orthner's Crop For Mexico, where money raised will go to another wonderful cause.

See you in the fall & please check back for updates as I will post them as soon as I can. I wish Shannon a swift recovery and cannot wait until she is well enough to supplement the left part of my brain!

Annalisa

Registration & Other Exciting Things!

2011-01-14T13:45:00.000-08:00

Shannon and I just met with our team of volunteers and have some exciting things to share.

I know you're wondering when registration is going to happen - it will be Saturday February 12, 2011 at 12:00pm (noon) on this website. The cost to attend the Okotoks Scrapbook Convention is $75.00, which will include lunch and dinner. Make and takes by the vendors will also be available at no additional cost. A full itinerary will be posted at the beginning of February as well so you can see exactly what the $75 will cover.

You will be able to register for classes at the time of registration and those classes (with descriptions) will be up the first few days of February so you can think about what you would like to take before you have to register. So make sure to visit again in early February!

We are very excited to announce the Scrapyard will be our official store! Lori Wilson-Bunda is excitedly planning all kinds of great things that is sure to get you excited. There will be great make & takes and a fabulous class! We're going to have such a blast with her, I know you'll love her!

Here's a pic from last year. Right before we opened the doors to the hall. This year is going to be so much fun! We can't wait!

Annalisa

2010-11-24T12:44:00.001-08:00

It's that time of year again. The planning of the next convention is in full swing!

The date for the

Okotoks Scrapbook Convention

is Saturday April 2, 2011!

We are currently getting our amazing volunteers organized. If you are interested in volunteering with us, please send us an email & we will make sure you get all of the volunteer information.

Also, make sure to be a fan of the event on Facebook!

Shannon & I look forward to another wonderful season of planning and getting to know our volunteers again as April approaches.

Thank you for your support.