ScrapFest '08

This morning, I made my way to ScrapFest at MOA, a yearly event hosted by Archivers. They bring in thirty plus companies to set-up booths and host make n' takes for the weekend. There's also a ton of classes & special crops happening at various Archivers locations across the metro area during the event. I typically don't sign up to do the make n' takes, the lines and crowds are a bit overwhelming for me. I go for the new products and to see what everyone's up to while attending the show. I brought back some photos from the event to give you an idea of "how crazy" this event really is..there are thousands of people walking about the mall, waiting in lines, shopping, and working on projects. Be warned, I've posted a lot of photos here from my visit. They may take a while to download, especially for those of you without a fast speed internet connection.

First stop, a little shopping and a peek at the new product. They're fully stocked for the event (and so are the many wonderful local scrapbook stores in the area, whom look forward to doing business with those in town for the show. My favorite local scrapbook stores: Scrapbooks Too & The Scrapbook Shop. I actually visited Scrapbooks Too a few days ago and I thoroughly enjoyed myself while there. It's worth a visit if you're in the area.)

Every register is working. Believe it or not, there's a line a mile long and it ends at the very back wall of the store. I'll admit, I did my shopping a few days ago. Smile.

Every inch is occupied with scrapbook goods. It takes Archivers a solid month or two to get set-up and established for those attending the show. There's plenty of product to be had for all.

 

 

Still don't have one of these, though I've thought about getting one. This is the newest model of the "Bind-it-All". Don't you love the packaging?!

KI Memories newest Christmas line. I love the colors..I typically lean towards Turquoise, bright Lime Green, and Pink Christmas color combos. Guess you could say I'm non-traditional that way.

 

I just about lost my marbles when I saw this stuff, KI Memories new "Frosted" die-cut vinyl transparencies. One of my new favorite products...lots of possibilities here.

 

Out into the mall....this is the rotunda where attendees sign up for the show and purchase their badges to participate in the rounds of make n' takes.

A "short" line to complete a make n' take.

A long line...

The new electric cordless die-cut system from Making Memories, "The Slice", will go on sale in October. This will be the first die-cut system I'll have purchased when it's released. Attendees seemed to be enjoying it while at the show. They were giving it a test run while working on a make n' takes.

Below are a few samples from the Fancy Pant's booth..also, love the mini albums I found (they were also on display at CHA) at their booth. The variety of page sizes and shapes totally intrigues me.

 

 

I'm not sure which of their design team members created these albums, but credit is due to them. Thank you for sharing these wonderful works of art!

Fancy Pants has released a 8" x 8" three ring binder covered in linen fabric and available in three separate colors. I think they would lend themselves well as mini albums. I'm leaning towards the baby blue album, especially with the black stitching.

Retiring for the evening. I'll be choosing the winners from Thursday's post tomorrow evening. I'll share the winning names either tomorrow night or Monday afternoon. Have a great day everyone!