Monday, April 28, 2014

Domesticraft: A Sneak Peek before the Sneak Preview

One last post before the "Official" Sneak Peek day.  Thanks in advance to all of you for your support!  Here is some eye candy for your crafty sweet tooth.  ;o)
Can you tell I love the color red?
 The above photo is one of the "lounge areas", where you can knit or crochet or chat or read or ??
I love this little scene and I see that I also need to clean the window.
This window is in the photo booth wall room . . . lots of natural light.
Another cozy spot.  My fave.  Tons of early morning sunshine!
Here's a larger view.   It is so fun to play on this board!
How about a game of Parcheese by the hearth?  Yes, I washi taped & mod podged it!
Here's another view of the side yard.  There is an awesome view of Mt.  Hood to the right, which I totally didn't think to shoot, duh.
 Hope to see lots of you tomorrow and all through the month of May!

Sunday, April 27, 2014

Reminder: Domesticraft All Day Scrapbooking Bliss Event!

Hi Guys,  Just a friendly reminder.  I am posting a reminder for the All Day Bliss Event and I am also going to post a list of FAQ's,both here on the blog and on my Big Cartel Shop.  Click on the shop link or this faq link.
Come on over ladies!
Domesticraft  All Day Scrapbooking Bliss
I will also be offering  day crop sessions, with the same high level of pampering given to the weekend girls.  Check out this post to get all the lovely details.  These sessions are scheduled for May 1 (Thursday), May 3 (Saturday), May 10th (Saturday) and May 24 (Saturday),  same awesome experience, but for just 1 day.  12 noon-12 midnight.  @ $75.00 per person, all inclusive.
I love scissors!
Cozy little area by the fireplace.






Reminder: Domesticraft Weekend - Scrapbooking Edition



Hi Guys,  Just a friendly reminder.  I am posting a reminder for the All Day Bliss Event and I am also going to post a list of FAQ's,both here on the blog and on my Big Cartel Shop.  Click on the shop link or this faq link.

Domesticraft Weekend - Scrapbooking Edition
If you are looking for a different kind of scrapbooking or paper crafts retreat experience, an event that is more of a studio boutique atmosphere rather than a big box hotel. Domesticraft might just be your cup of tea.  It is a lovely alternative to the big, crowded, noisy  box hotel type of crop and scrapbooking event or even the more upscale venues.    Don’t get me wrong, those are super fun and entertaining and  perfectly fine.  But sometimes you might want a smaller venue, a more intimate space.  A space with an ambiance that is creative and inspiring.  I love all the space of the big tables at the huge scrap and crop retreats offer, but having all of my scrap tools & supplies stuffed & shoved  into this little piece of scrapbooking real estate, well it kinda sucks the creativity right outa me.  From what my scrapping friends tell me, it bugs them too.
This is just one of the tables, lots more!
Makes me smile!
 The first  Domesticraft Weekend - Scrapbooking Edition will have spots available for only 12 women.  We are  a large (2300 sq. ft.), yet cozy, craft, sewing and stitch studio.  I’ll be premiering these events in May, National Scrapbook Month.  I realize it is kind of short notice, but I couldn’t wait, I am open now and ready to rock!  The first one is scheduled for May 17th -18.  Each day will begin at 12:00 noon and wind down with a happy sigh at midnight.  I wish I was able to accommodate you overnight, but I used up all my available room for my craft happy studio. :o( . . .maybe in the future?  (There are some lovely and reasonably priced hotels nearby)  There is a second one scheduled for the last weekend in May and the first day of June, May 31-June 1.  Domesticraft Weekend - Weekend Edition will run $160.00 per person for the entire weekend.  Most of the usual perks you’ve come to expect from these events will be included and so much more.  It will be like an awesome family reunion, without the kids and guys, just you and all your besties that love to scrap.  And me.  My name is Nancy, and I am the chief maker and shaker of Domesticraft.  It is my honor and privilege to open my craft studio to you ladies and I am almost beside myself with excitement to show you the best crafty scrap retreat indulgence that I can.  I’m pulling out all the stops for these events since it is my debut (and that’s just how I roll anyway) and I’ve kept your cost at an  low introductory price without sacrificing any value to you.  I think you will be well pleased and go home craft happy! 
A collection of baker's twine & small spool ribbon.


Some vintage atlases, a cool old scale & some travel themed washi tape.

Saturday, April 26, 2014

Domesticraft Facebook Like Graphic

I was winding down tonight, getting ready to go to bed.  Instead of writing some workshop descriptions, like I should be doing, I made up a facebook "like me" graphic.  I was too pooped and this seemed to only use my creative side, not much thinking, ya know.  Back to "work" tomorrow.  P.S.  I like you . . .do you like me?

Friday, April 25, 2014

Domesticraft's May Grand Opening Schedule!

Handmade, Imperfect, Beautiful. That’s how I roll at Domesticraft. I am a maker who loves to try all kinds of crafts. Workshop fees for this month will be simple. For my Grand Opening Month of May, workshops will be introductory priced @ either $25.00 or $45.00, will be from 2-4 hours long (mostly 3) AND will include all materials & tools needed to complete your awesome projects. Oh, and fresh brewed coffee, tea & bottled water AND my fresh baked cookies, all complimentary!
 
Whew!  Finally, right?  The much awaited and long anticipated for Domesticraft's calendar for May!  I am so excited to dig into this coming month.  Craft, Scrap, Sew, Needlework & and lots of DIY in store for you guys.  You can click here to go to Domesticraft's Pinterest account to see a larger view and check out some more cool stuff .  I am going to be posting the descriptions of each workshop on Pinterest, as well.
DOMESTICRAFT'S
SCHEDULE OF WORKSHOPS & OPEN STUDIO DAYS & EVENTS
Got any questions, feel free to shoot me an email, comment on my blog, go to facebook or even pinterest and leave me a message.  And, once again,  thanks for all your support!

Wednesday, April 23, 2014

Domesticraft Sneak Preview Scrapbooking Bliss!

A REMINDER:Tuesday, April 29th noon-four  Countdown: 6 Days to go!

DIY DOILY LAMPSHADE

I will be I will be holding a Sneak Preview of the Domesticraft All Day Scrapbooking Bliss Event and Domesticraft Weekend - Scrapbooking Edition on April 29, 2014,  Tuesday from 12:00 pm-4:00 pm.  The first 6 to sign up by sending me an email to domesticraft@gmail.com with their name and why they would like to be on the Top 6 List for this Sneak Preview, will receive a complimentary and oh so lovely picnic luncheon, with all the trimmings.  The rest of my crafty girls will have to make do with lemonade, coffee, tea or bottled water.  But you know, if you want to bring your own lunch, you are more than welcome to enjoy the delightful picnic setting as well.
PART OF DOMESTICRAFT'S VINTAGE CHINA COLLECTION

I can't wait to sit down with you ladies, grab a cup of coffee & a cookie and get to "work".
VINTAGE BED SHEET HUTCH
 
This hutch is a work-in-progress.  It was my Mom's and it makes me so happy to use it and see it every day.  I think it needs a coat or two of fresh white paint.  That should show off the linen inside beautifully, don't you think?  Even some of the sheets inside we used to have on our beds when I was growing up . . . just looking at them makes me smile. :o)

Tuesday, April 22, 2014

Domesticraft Open Studio Coming Soon!

Here is a cute infographic about Domesticraft's Open Studio for the "Grand Opening" month of May.  Yay!  I am getting so excited!  I'm calling the open studio time "Craft Bliss" and I am hoping that's how you'll see it too!
Don't miss out!
Look for the complete schedule of workshops and events planned for the grand opening in May in tomorrow's post.  I will be posting a more complete description of the workshops in the next few days. The Project Life Workshop and the Wire Basket Workshop have already been posted, check them out.

Tuesday, April 15, 2014

Domesticraft's Project Life & DIY Journal Cards Workshop



PAPER CRAFTING with Craft Coach Nancy
Project Life & DIY Journal Cards $45.00
· When:  May 4, 20104 (12:00pm-3:00pm) 
· Where: Domesticraft,7705 SE Short Road Gresham,OR 97080    
· Registration: Add to cart or if you have any questions, call me @ 503-267-0530 or Email: Domesticraft@gmail.com
Work spaces available:14, bring a friend
A jam packed class full of inspiration, techniques, new ideas and products to experiment with & boat loads of fun.  Bring your own ideas to share or maybe even something you saw on Pinterest and want to try.  Come on girls, let  the creativity fly! 
· Free coffee, tea & bottled water, you can choose to bring your own non-alcoholic beverage if you prefer or even a snack or sweet.  We’ve got both a fridge and microwave for your convenience.
· Your workshop will include a large selection of lovely designer scrapbook papers.  Vintage ephemera such as maps, books and wallpaper along with several vintage typewriters and sewing machines at your disposal.  Lots and lots of fun and fancy embellishments including flowers, vintage bias tape & trims, vintage buttons, washi tape, hundreds & hundreds of stamps to choose from with an assortment of inks and embossing powders, just to name a few.  You will also have use of hundreds of punches, and I’ve got cropodiles, Tim Holtz Tiny Attachers, Cuttlebugs and lots of folders and the list goes on.  Feel free to bring your fave tools or products that you would like to incorporate in the workshop.  I will coach and direct you through a bunch of fun, cute and “why didn’t I think of that” kind of stuff, all designed to make this workshop just right for you!  This exciting workshop is packed with a TON of product, and will be a full 3 hours long. 
· Cost :  $45.00 - That’s it!  Everything is provided for in this all-inclusive workshop.  Oh, and yes my crafty friends, there is a sweet giveaway too! Spaces are going to fill fast for this casual, yet focused, super fun workshop!  Call or email Nancy to register and secure your spot today!
· Note:  You will go home craft happy!

  Visit Domesticraft ♥ 's profile on Pinterest.

Monday, April 14, 2014

New Workshop DIY Wire Baskets




Good Morning ladies,

I’ve got a new workshop listing for you.  You are going to love it!  Head on over to my Big Cartel Shop or give me a buzz or email.
 DIY with Craft Coach Nancy


 Wire Baskets (2) with tags & clothespins $45.00
· When:  May 6, 2014 (12:00pm-3:00pm) Tuesday
· Where:  Domesticraft @ 7705 SE Short Road  Gresham, OR 97080    
· Registration:  Add to cart or if you have any questions, call me @ 503-267-0530 or Email: Domesticraft@gmail.com
· Work spaces available: 14 (bring a friend)

     A very cool technique.  These neat locker baskets are made from woven wire, which is also know as hardware cloth.  You will draft the pattern  to your specs and fashion handles too, if you like.  You’ll use wire cutters and needle nose pliers and be feeling so very handy & diy. A decorative bookplate style label and a couple of lovely vintage clothespins will add just the right touch. Making these vintage looking locker baskets is so satisfying.  You will be quite impressed with yourself. :o)

· Free coffee, tea & bottled water, or you can choose to bring your own non-alcoholic beverage if you prefer or even a snack or sweet.  We’ve got both a fridge and microwave for your convenience.
· Your workshop will include all the materials & tools needed to make 2 complete baskets.  I will coach and direct you through a bunch of fun, cute and “why didn’t I think of that” kind of stuff, all designed to make this workshop just right for you! This fun diy workshop is a full 3 hours long, so there is no need to rush and poke your fingers. 

    Cost :  $45.00 - That’s it!  Everything is provided for you in this all-inclusive workshop.  Oh, and yes my crafty friends, there is a sweet giveaway too. Making these baskets is not so hard at all and the end result is so cool.  Be impressed.
· Add to your cart to secure your spot today.
Note:  You will go home craft happy!

Saturday, April 12, 2014

Domesticraft Weekend - Scrapbooking Edition!



If you are looking for a different kind of scrapbooking or paper crafts retreat experience, an event that is more of a studio boutique atmosphere rather than a big box hotel, Domesticraft might just be your cup of tea.  It is a lovely alternative to the big, crowded, noisy  box hotel type of crop and scrapbooking event or even the more upscale venues.    Don’t get me wrong, those are super fun and entertaining and  perfectly fine.  But sometimes you might want a smaller venue, a more intimate space.  A space with an ambiance that is creative and inspiring.  I love all the space of the big tables that the huge scrap and crop retreats offer, but having all of my scrap tools & supplies stuffed & shoved  into this bit of scrapbooking real estate, well it kinda sucks the creativity right outa me.  From what my scrapping friends tell me, it bugs them too.  The photo below is from Ruffledblog.com, a lovely blog full of inspiration.  It is similar to the picnic luncheon the Domesticraft Weekends - Scrapbooking Edition and the Domesticraft All Day Scrapbooking Bliss will be having, along with the photo in the earlier post Domesticraft Opening Information and Contest!  
Simply lovely.
photo credit: ruffledblog.com
The grounds at Domesticraft are really quite lovely and serene and you may want to bring your scrapbooking outside for a bit, weather permitting of course. 

I'll be posting some photos of Domesticraft and the grounds in the coming week, but you won't see the real amazing picnic dream scene until April 29th, when we'll will be hosting a  Sneak Preview as I shared in the same post above.


The first  Domesticraft Weekend - Scrapbooking Edition will have spots available for only 12 women.  We are  a large (2300 sq. ft.), yet cozy, craft, sewing and stitch studio.  I’ll be premiering these events in May, National Scrapbook Month.  I realize it is kind of short notice, but I couldn’t wait, I am open now and ready to rock!  The first one is scheduled for May 17th -18.  Each day will begin at 12:00 noon and wind down with a happy sigh at midnight.  I wish I was able to accommodate you overnight, but I used up all my available room for the craft happy studio. :o( . . .maybe in the future?  (There are some lovely and reasonably priced hotels nearby)  There is a second one scheduled for the last weekend in May and the first day of June, May 31-June 1.  Domesticraft Weekend - Weekend Edition will run $160.00 per person for the entire weekend.  Most of the usual perks you’ve come to expect from these events will be included and so much more.  It will be like an awesome family reunion, without the kids and guys or any cooking and cleaning,  just you and all your besties that love to scrap and chat.  And me.   

Picnic perfect.
photo credit:  squidoo.com
My name is Nancy, and I am the chief maker and shaker of Domesticraft.  It is my honor and privilege to open my craft studio to you ladies and I am almost beside myself with excitement to show you the best crafty scrap retreat indulgence that I can.  I’m pulling out all the stops for these events since it is my debut (and that’s just how I roll anyway) and I’ve kept your cost at an  low introductory price without sacrificing any value to you.  I think you will be well pleased.  

More details to come and I will also put in my Domesticraft Big Cartel Shop for you to purchase this delightful retreat package. I hope to see you soon ladies. 

 

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