My Inaugural Retreat

On December 1st I geld my first ever day retreat.  15 ladies booked in for a day of crafting fun.  I had a fun time getting it all ready - I love getting these types of events organised.

I booked a room in a local hotel.

This was on each person's table when they arrived.

My brother in law had made these beautiful wooden card stands for each attendee and I made the name cards.

 Each lady had their own table although next time I'll be adding a bit more room for them to put their 'stuff' on.

I took along spare cardstock, inks, stamps and embossing folders and dies for the ladies to use.

And I had several displays to inspire them.

Plus a raffle of fun goodies.

Everyone received a box of goodies which they used to make their make and takes.

The make and takes are on the left and then I had samples of the same layout on the right as inspiration.

I had a couple of optional classes/demos throughout the day.

Otherwise we spent the day crafting and chatting together!

Here's a quick sampling of some of the projects that were underway.

The ladies went home at the end of the day with lots of projects completed and a swag of goodies and pillow gifts.

The mini pizza box was the gift at the end of the day!  I had cookies made by a local lady.

Specially made, apple shaped cookies saying "Thanks for stamping with me".

I had a fantastic day and the attendees did too!  I hope they got plenty of jobs ticked off.

I will definitely be planning another for next year.

Thanks to everyone who came!