Craft Retreats With Queen Pip

Does the idea of a whole day (or two) of crafting fill you with joy?

Do you want to have a fun packed, creative escape from your normal daily routine?

Then, a Craft Retreat with Queen Pip is perfect for you. Join us and make cards, enjoy your passion for paper crafting and also get something a little bit more. My retreats are all about the experience and the fun, in addition to the cards and projects you make.

2 Types of “Craft Retreats” With Queen Pip

I host a variety of retreats throughout the year. Choose a format that suits you best. All projects are within the grasp of a beginner or a confident card maker, but you will need some tools to attend (see FAQs below). Click each image to read more.

Craft Retreats With Queen Pip cards. Pip Todman Stampin' Up! Demonstrator UK

1. Online Paper Party Retreats

From £10-60*

Enjoy a retreat from the comfort of your own home.

The Online Paper Party Retreats are held via a private Facebook group, exclusive to retreat guests. Katina Martinez, Alisa Tilsner and I, Pip Todman, create projects focusing on papers available from each new catalogue release by Stampin’ Up!

UK Residents Full Party Pack Option receive:

  • Card materials, to make one card for each paper pack.
  • 5 x 15 cm (12″ x 6″) or 15 x 15 (6″ x 6″) of each paper pack in the latest released catalogue (subject to availability) – normally 60+ sheets total
  • A special surprise pack with free sample gift, embellishment etc.
  •  Option to add on Speciality Papers / Stamps / Bundles we use in our designs
  • Plus the Digital Party Option

UK & Worldwide Digital Party Option receive:

  • Private Facebook hosting all the fun.
  • Videos & PDF tutorials for the card kit designs (one for each paper pack)
  • Additional video inspiration in our Paper Plays
  •  Lives and added videos throughout the weekend for your fun and even more inspiration.
  • Fun challenges to participate in to use your own stash!

 

Dates:

9th – 11th February 2024

Full Party Pack – FULL

Digital Party Option – SPACES

June & October dates TBA

*Prices vary by catalogue depending on the number of papers released. Read my cancellation policy here.

The Digital Option is available to anyone – use all your own crafty stash but share in the fun of the Paper Party!

Make new friends from around the world and come party with us!

2. In Person Retreats

From £159 (one day) and £329 (weekend)

There’s nothing better than getting together. I offer both one day and whole weekend retreats.

Available to UK residents only, join me at the Holiday Inn, Farnborough, Hampshire, GU14 6AZ (close to the location for the Creative Craft Show).

These retreats include:

  • your own personal craft desk for your exclusive use during the whole day or weekend (yes, it’s locked and kept safe overnight!)
  • Buffet lunch, unlimited tea, coffee and snacks all day!
  • A huge Retreat Goody Bag stuffed with products, crafty prizes and surprises!

Please carefully read my cancellation policy. A non refundable deposit is required at time of booking.

 

Craft Retreats With Queen Pip - join us for fabulous fun, in person or online. Pip Todman Stampin' Up! Demonstrator UK

One day retreats 2024: Saturday 2nd March, Saturday 17th August

Weekend retreats 2024: 25th & 26th May, 19th & 20th October

No accommodation is included.

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What my customers say!

Once again another great retreat. Expertly delivered with clear PDF and video’s. The fancy folds were challenging, but using your guides went well. Loved the way you used the New Horizon papers. So many ways to create stunning cards. What I loved most was stamping straight onto the papers, it really made them pop.

Beverley T

Pip’s enthusiasm for craft is infectious, but what sets her apart from others is her compassion and human touch. Her ability to connect with people regardless of experience or age is one of her many attributes. She genuinely cares about your own personal experience first, her customer service is second to none. Thank you Pip for being you!

Sharon C

One day while on Facebook I came across Queen Pips Retreats……..although she was based 3 and half hours away in Hampshire I thought I would treat myself and attended her Christmas Retreat.
It was FAN-TAS-TIC.  Queen Pip was so welcoming. Everyone was so friendly and I had an amazing time. I have now attended  4 retreats and wish the time away til the next – they are so good.
Katie H

About Your Hosts

Pip has crafted nearly all of her life being raised by an art teacher it was just a normal part of life. During her early 40’s she found card making again & Stampin’ Up! a US based Direct Sales company whose products she fell in love with. More she realised her true passion was sharing her card making skills with others and helping them become confident card makers.

Today she’s taught thousands of women how to improve their card making whilst running amazing retreats giving fantastic experiences.

Pip Todman

Katina (my partner in online Paper Parties) is a scrapbooker at heart who also found the love of card making with Stampin’ Up! She’s run online classes and retreats for about 10 years too.

We’ve never met in “real life” our friendship formed online and we have discovered we work amazingly well, supporting each other & our customers with different styles and ideas.

Katina Martinez

Alisa (my 2nd partner in online Paper Parties) is a card designer who loves to colour. She lives in Australia and enjoys making cards that are just a little bit different.

We met during an Incentive Trip run by Stampin’ Up! and have been friends ever since!

Alisa Tilsner

Allison is my design and on the day partner for my in person retreats. She’s been card making even longer than I have and loves creating amazing creations. We became friends through our love of Stampin’ Up! and clicked immediately. With the same sense of humour and dedication to giving our guests fabulous experiences it makes our in person retreats a dream!

Allison Rushin

Frequently Asked Questions

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I don't live in the UK can I come?

You absolutely can come to our Paper Party Digital Option retreat. Due to Stampin’ Up! policies I can’t ship products outside of the UK – but you can join us online for lots of Paper Party fun – use your own stash, grab a paper share from your own demo, or buy just the papers you love and join us!

I’m new to card making, can I come?

Yes, all of my retreats are perfect for all levels of experience. New card makers will need just a few basic tools to ensure all types of retreats. With our expert help and guidance, even the newest card makers can achieve results.

What equipment do I need to have?

All projects are within the grasp of a beginner or a confident card maker, but you will need some tools to attend:

  • Paper Trimmer
  • Paper Snips (sharp scissors)
  • Bone Folder
  • Glue (wet & dry for all uses)
  • Take Your Pick Tool
  • Blocks for any stamps included (or your own stamps & blocks for online Paper Parties & Retreat Tutorials)

If you’re coming to my in person retreats, you do not need a die cutting machine as there is one available for sharing on the day. If you are working solely from home, then I recommend at least the Mini Cut & Emboss if you don’t have one.

 

Can I pay in installments?

Yes! The deposit is required to guarantee your booking. This is non refundable. After that, contact me to work out a payment plan that suits you. All payments are required prior to the closing date for each retreat (normally 4 weeks prior). Purchasing previous Retreats cannot be done via a Payment Plan as you get immediate access to the digital versions for download.

I have dietary requirements; can they be catered for?

For in person retreats the hotel is excellent at providing lunches that are suitable for all main dietary (and some more niche) requirements. I issue a dietary requirements submissions form for all guests to complete for each specific event. If you wish, you may also contact the hotel directly. No medical data is requested and all data is deleted after each event.

Have other questions?

Why not email me with any questions you may have at pip@queenpipcards.com

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