Want to increase the fun at your next crop? Create a festive atmosphere with a themed crop. Michele Gerbrandt shares her ideas for a Mexican-theme with DIY Scrapbooking host Sandi Genovese. - Invitations - Use your scrapbooking know-how to create an invitation inspired by your crop theme. Creating the invitation is your opportunity to set the tone for the crop. Be sure to inform croppers of items they'll need to bring, or what supplies will be available. If crop time will be limited, be sure to specify crop party times on the invitation.
- Creating a Festive Atmosphere - Themed decor, food and music work in tandem to create a jovial event. Tip: Music should be played at low volume to avoid distracting the croppers.
- Favors - A themed party favor for your guests — like a sticker packet — heightens guests enjoyment of the crop and provides them with an inexpensive supply that can be enjoyed afterwards.
- Games and Prizes - A little friendly competition can add to the fun. Gerbrandt suggests weighing croppers' bags as they arrive, then awarding a prize to the cropper who brings the most (or least) supplies. Alternately, croppers can be challenged to create as many borders or page elements using one tool or supply.
- Photo Op - Finally, don't let the opportunity for taking great photos pass by! Record the evening's fun and friendship on film.
Die-cuts/templates provided by Ellison Craft & Design. For more information about Ellison, see Resources. DIY's Scrapbooking Glossary Next: Managing a Crop
RESOURCES :
Die-Cuts and Templates (Ellison Craft & Design)
Cropping and cutting system are not available
Ellison
Website: www.ellison.com
Memory Makers Magazine
Memory Makers Magazine
Website: www.memorymakersmagazine.com
GUESTS :
Michele Gerbrandt
Memory Makers
Website: www.memorymakersmagazine.com
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