i am being a really lame blogger...
but i had to get that freaking newsletter thing off the ground... and maybe some of you got it!
it went out today. i am so excited... i was having fomat issues, and now, it's all good! so if you didn't get it... be sure you go to the website (my site ) and sign up for the newsletter... i am on a roll now!
had a really (really) fun exciting day today!
we met in an undisclosed, top-secret location with our official creative escape volunteer team to present the first set of classes in preparation of the big event!! we'll round out the rest of the classes tomorrow... it's like a little mini-creative escape preview!
it was so FUN!
it was so fun to see and hear people's reactions to the kits, the projects and the plans!! i know, i know, it's still THREE months away!!!! but we are creating a full on idea and inspiration book for creative escape... the book will have all the instructions, how-to's, tips, techniques, sponsor info and all kinds of cool, fun inspiring stuff!! so we have to get a jump on that! we were photographing step outs and stages of the projects... and evaluating better ways to kit, present, teach and deliver the goods to all those who will be attending! man, it was awesome to get such specific, in-the-moment feedback and thoughts on how things were running. it's going to help us run a really smooth event! that is exciting! everyone was loving the projects. no surprise... they are fabulous...
so, i thought i'd share some little tidbits from today! 
here is THE amy totty! i am of course, so LOVING her scenic route project... here is a little glimpse!!!
my main regret for the day was not getting a photo of the cute tena sprenger... she had on the most "blinged" out outfit ever... in honor of her bling project.. here is a little peek...
we had this FABULOUS, yummy vintage glass glitter from here to next week! and i was LOVING IT...
so cute.
a little mess... but SO totally worth it!
here's carol... her project just is a DELIGHT! it's so clever... it's got a twist i never would have thought of!! and i LOVE it!
we're keeping it top secret until the event...
(we kept all the projects that were completed today, and the volunteers signed a full on confidentiality agreement!!)
such good stuff coming from 7 gypsies and bazzill!!
dang cute.
here is such a cute shot of mrs bazzill!
she was on hand to actually scrap!!
and she was even having FUN!
we had such a great group today.. it was really fuN!
i never take enough photos... maybe i will do better tomorrow!
thanks to all of you who came, those who kitted... those who donated etc etc!! Franni, Mona, Lisa, Em... you guys get gold stars!
we are updating the CE website next week... complete with more sneak peeks and student requirements!
if you aren't signed up... what are you waiting for?!
wow, i am so tired!
good night.
very cool. i got my email ... yay!
Posted by: chanel | June 10, 2006 at 01:53 AM
Sounds awesome! Wish I could come!
Got my newsletter and was so excited! It looks cool!
Posted by: Pam | June 10, 2006 at 05:11 AM
ok, heidi...
are you getting any sleep??
LOVED the newsletter...
so chockfull of cute ideas and fun los...
and can i tell ya how THRILLED i am
that me and patty are CE bound!!!
i LOVE surprises but these little sneak peeks are just the best - thanks for sharin'!
ps-off to buy my dh a pink tie, lol!
Posted by: laura t | June 10, 2006 at 05:33 AM
I haven't gotten the newsletter, I guess I will sign up again! This retreat you are planning looks like so MUCH fun - I wish I could come. Do you think if I put on some cool glittery red shoes and click my heals together 3 times it'll get me there?? LOL.
I just love reading your blog and seeing the cool things you come out with. I just wish I could find your products in my area!!
Posted by: Catherine Scanlon | June 10, 2006 at 05:55 AM
OMG!!!!! What cute "sneak peaks" thanks for sharing. The newsletter was fun and cute also. Can't wait for more "peaks" and for September to come around. PS...love the Bazill Bling T-shirt..we need Heidi Bling!! LOL!
Posted by: Grace | June 10, 2006 at 06:09 AM
Oh, yeah! I got the newsletter last night, and the first thing that popped into my head was, "Where DO you get the time to do everything?" You must be awesome at multi-tasking! I really did enjoy the newsletter. It got my creative juices flowing again ~ I've been in such a rut! Thanks!
Wish I was going to the CE! Sounds like so much fun! Maybe another time, as I really can't get away this summer ~ way too much going on!
Posted by: Nita | June 10, 2006 at 06:27 AM
I am SO EXCITED about CE...and this makes me jump for joy!!! loved the newsletter yesterday and can't wait to play in az in september! YIPEE!!!
Posted by: Sher | June 10, 2006 at 06:37 AM
A*D*O*R*A*B*L*E is the word for the long awaited newsletter!
so so SO excited for the creative escape-i still can't believe it!
i love when you blog!
-p
Posted by: patty | June 10, 2006 at 06:48 AM
Got my newsletter. It is the cuteset newsletter I have seen in a long time. Can't wait for the next one. Thanks for being so awesome.
-kz-
Posted by: KZ | June 10, 2006 at 07:22 AM
Thanks for the sneak peaks...it gets me excited for CE! I can't wait. And I was so excited when I got your newsletter! So fun!
Posted by: Kim | June 10, 2006 at 08:10 AM
Just signed up for your news letter, loved the sneak peek and can't wait for CE it is going to be a blast!
Posted by: Marcia | June 10, 2006 at 08:27 AM
WOW! aren't you the tease. i am so excited to be CE bound also. i can't wait to see what is on your blog next. thanks for putting this all together with your team. i know it is going to rock! i couldn't get your link to hit.
Posted by: vicki | June 10, 2006 at 08:54 AM
I really enjoyed the newsletter, lots of fun ideas. I love all things Heidi Swapp, I was first introduced to them when I entered a 20K contest at scrapbook.com and Heidi Swapp was one of the sponsers. My problem is that I'm in Canada and not many retailers carry your products, I have sent emails to Michaels Craft store asking if they'd consider carrying your products, and slowly a few scrapbook stores around here are getting in some of your stuff. If you know of a store around me that carries a good supply I'd love to know, I'm in Cambridge, Ontario. Up till now I've mainly been ordering you stuff online, but I'd love to be able to just pick it up and start playing!! :D
Posted by: Gabrielle Pollacco | June 10, 2006 at 09:04 AM
Love seeing Marty, Amy and Carol doing their thing! I'm so bummed that I had to drop out of being one of the volunteers. I could have been there with all of you in the secret location getting the best sneak peak ever!...big sigh! It will be wonderful for all who attend.
Heading to the website to see why I didn't get the cool new newsletter. :o) http://jolenegeorge.blogspot.com/
Posted by: Jolene George | June 10, 2006 at 11:06 AM
so excited to see your newletter in my inbox! it came out just so beautifully! thanks for your hard work. wishin' I was CE bound too!
Sarah
Posted by: Sarah | June 10, 2006 at 12:20 PM
I didn't get the newsletter and the link is just taking me to "page not found". More anticipation for me! Love the sneak peeks though and everyone trying out their projects!
Pam
Posted by: Pam | June 10, 2006 at 02:22 PM
awesome! And I love Amy Totty. Met her at CHA last year and she cracked me up during class!
Posted by: sue treiber | June 10, 2006 at 03:30 PM
if you can't get in through the link, you can go to www.heidiswapp.com
ps. LOVE the Bazzill shirt!!!
Posted by: Rachel | June 10, 2006 at 05:22 PM
I got my newsletter yesterday...
what a nice surprise!!!
You did a great job on it.
CE sounds amazing...
really wish I could go.
~deb~
Posted by: deb munn | June 10, 2006 at 05:26 PM
got my newsletter--wonderful!! Can't wait for CE!! I used to live 10 minutes away from Scrapbooks, etc. and have had almost all of those amazing women as teachers--they are awesome!
Posted by: lisa | June 10, 2006 at 10:24 PM
Hey Heidi, 11 weeks and 6 days until I get in the big plane and fly over the ocean to the US!! Thank you for the sneak peek - so excited about CE and loved the newsletter, I am so going to have a pink toes party!!! Can't wait!!!
Narelle (Aust)
Posted by: Narelle | June 11, 2006 at 12:37 AM
Love the newsletter Heidi - worth waiting for! CE sounds a-ma-zing!
Posted by: Lara Cousins | June 11, 2006 at 07:13 AM
Oh...now you're just teasing us! : ) I'm so glad that you are not doing any real 'sneak peeks'--I prefer to be surprised!!!
And I have to say I LOVE Amy Totty and Tena Sprenger--such great people.
xoxo,
Becca
Posted by: Becca | June 11, 2006 at 08:32 AM
Wow, the classes sound so neat. I got my newsletter too and it is very well done.
Posted by: ScrapScene | June 11, 2006 at 10:37 AM
Wow, those sneak previews look awesome. I wish I was going. I got your newsletter. Fantastic. New, different, and lots of great info and projects. As always you blow me away with all your innovative ideas. I hope you are resting enough and taking care of yourself. Have a great day!
Posted by: Christine | June 11, 2006 at 10:45 AM