Description
Is this you? *You have an Brother Scan and Cut electric cutting machine but don't know where to start? *Perhaps its still sitting in the box, just waiting for you to explore its possibilities? *You can do the basics but want to do more? *You'd like an expert to be around as backup when trying things out? *You get started & then something goes wrong? *You'd like to make titles and change design sizes? *SVG files sound like a foreign language....? *You want to use pens but need expert help? *You've heard about cutting vinyl and using foil but you don't know where to start?
What's included in the price?
*Arrival 4.30pm Friday, Finish 4.30pm Sunday *Two days (Sat & Sun) of teaching with industry experts *Teaching sessions are from 9am to 4.30pm Sat and Sun *All materials supplied for each class *All food included, ensuite bedroom, free wifi, free parking, pool and spa facilities, unlimited tea, coffee and snacks *Using your own machine, so you can get it set up perfectly to take home *Free time to craft or practice in the evening *Meet other machine owners and see what they're working on *5 ft work table *Craft room open Friday evening and all weekend until departure *Option to book an extra (no teaching) crafting day (extra cost) *Purpose Built conference centre, close to Milton Keynes, M1 Junc 13 Here's what you'll learn The weekend is value packed with classes to teach you about your machine. You'll also have access to not one, but two industry experts, on hand both days to sort out any problems you may have with your machine. You'll create 6 projects over the weekend, and during these you'll learn: *Setting up your machine, pressure, blade and mat settings and care *Using the in built shapes to create embellishments *Using a memory stick with your machine *Using pens, different pen types, holders and foiling *Making titles, journalling, and characters and offsetting to make drop shadows *How to add cutting outlines and perforations *Using layers, building colour designs *How to use your machine software to weld designs together, rotate and and add shadows to designs and text *Making designs and saving them *How to use purchased SVG files, and how to combine two designs *Heat embossing *Using vinyl (demo) *Creating your own stickers (demo) Note: Courses are tailored for machines being taught and attendees, so content varies slightly
Duration
48 hours
Cancellation policy
Strict - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 8 weeks before the course starts
Maker
Hello! I'm Linda Gransby, founder of Memories and Photos. My mission is providing simple solutions to allow busy people to enjoy their craft time. When you meet me you'll most likely find me with a cuppa in my hand, and barefoot, it helps me create better! I'm a passionate crafter, experienced teacher and founder of Memories and Photos, with over 20 years experience in the crafting world. I've written four books that have featured as Amazon bestsellers, to help people enjoy their scrapbooking and journalling without the stress. I've been published in Scrapbooking Magazine, and have written a cover zine for Your Family History Magazine. I've also been a featured guest speaker on main stage at craft business conferences a number of times, and I've demonstrated at Hobbycraft and Stamperama.
Suitable for
- Adults
- Seniors
- Wheelchair users
- Limited mobility
- Residential
- Parking provided
- Suitable for beginners
FAQs
The venue is at Kents Hill in Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire.
Its very central for driving; the M1 Junc 13 is a couple of miles away.
The Milton Keynes Coachway for National Express busses is within a couple of miles too.
Milton Keynes Central Railway Station is about 15 mins by taxi
The nearest airport is London Luton, about 45 mins by taxi.
Everyone gets a 5ft table to themselves, and plenty of space underneath the table and at the sides of the room.
You keep the same table all weekend, no need to pack up.
I always strive to make every person welcome and included.
My retreats are very social where we all craft together, eat together, and enjoy chatting and meeting new friends.
No one is left out unless they want some quiet space, and that's ok too.
The weekend includes:
*Your ensuite bedroom
*All meals, snacks and hot drinks
*All teaching sessions
*5ft table all weekend - no need to clear up!
*Materials needed for the sessions
*Evening craft workshop
*Pool and wellness centre access
*Wifi
*Parking
Extras
*Drinks from the bar are extra
*Purchases from our craft shop are extra
Fret not....
There will be facilities staff on hand to help you unload your supplies, and to help you back to your car at the end of the weekend.
Yes.
There is accessible parking, ramps and lifts to all areas.
If you require an accessible room, please select this option when booking.
There is some walking between bedroom, restaurant and craft rooms as they are in separate parts of the conference centre.
Yes.
The restaurant is very experienced at catering for all dietary needs.
Ensure you complete your requirements on the delegate details form you'll receive after booking
You can check in to your bedroom from 2.30pm, and use the facilities, including the wellness centre and pool.
The Craft room will be open for you to set up and work on your own projects from 7:30pm on arrival day, and then all day each day, and evenings until 11pm
Formal Classes will run from 9am until 5pm Saturday and Sunday, with plenty of comfort breaks
Departure time on Sunday is 4.30pm
This is a teaching weekend, so there will be 3 teaching sessions during the daytime on both Saturday and Sunday
Friday, Saturday and Sunday Evenings are free for you to practice or work on your own projects.
All the materials you need to complete each project will be provided.
Bring your favourite tools, craft supplies and a project or two for your free time - don't be shy, we have plenty of room!
Our group will be limited size, so our experts will have plenty of time to help you if you get stuck.
Everything we cover can be done on your machine, or with a memory stick, which will be provided.
You are, of course, welcome to bring your tech with you as backup.
You'll get a full list when you book. Obviously you'll need to bring your cutting machine, and your normal crafting tools and supplies.
(oh... don't forget to pack clothes - I nearly did that one retreat!)
