Sometimes things don’t work out the way you plan. I had a big two month trip out to the Pacific Northwest all set and was ready to announce the Paper Trail 10 schedule for September and October.
That all changed a few weeks ago when we found out that my Dad had pancreatic cancer. If you are not familiar with this kind of cancer, it is very aggressive- we are not sure how long we will have him with us. I drove up to NY to take him to the doctor and had some time to think. My Dad is very proud of me for doing these trips (in between telling me to BE CAREFUL!) and he said to go. So I have decided the trip is still on, but I will stop in Minnesota and turn around- that way I can get to NY quickly in case I need to. I can do the West Coast next year. So here is my schedule for the first two weeks and the return trip is in the works. Watch here as new stores are added.
I had the pleasure of visiting Dorothy’s Scrap-N-Stamp on August 12-13 to make sure Scotty and Big Daddy are behaving and all systems are go. Wow did we have fun, despite my last minute entrance due to bad traffic!
Here is the most updated schedule. If you live somewhere along the route, I would love for you to come by the store, take a class or just say hi. This is my favorite part of the trip- meeting all of you. Of course while we are there with all of those fun supplies, why not sit down and make something cool and learn new techniques while we’re at it? So here’s where I’ll be…
UPCOMING PAPER TRAIL 10 SCHEDULE
September 7, 2016
208 Elden Street, Suite 203 | Herndon, VA 20170 | 703-657-2952
September 10, 2016
Cafe Crop 1100 W 84th Drive | Merrillville, IN 46410 | 219-661-1624
10:00-1:00
2:00-5:00
September 12-13, 2016
Scrapmania 224 Collins Road NE | Cedar Rapids, IA 52402 | 319-377-9999
Monday 9/12 5:00-8:00 Train Case
Tuesday 9/13 11:00-2:00 Shabby Journal
Tuesday 9/13 5:00-8:00 Die Cut Doodling
September 16-18, 2016
Bella Crafts Connection Mall of America | Minneapolis, MN click link to sign up or get more info!
Last year was the first Bella Crafts Connection and I am happy to say I have been invited back! If you live in the Twin Cities area, you should plan on attending- this is a really nice event. I love when I have time to sit and chat with students or have dinner without having to get to the next place. Will I see you there?
Friday 9/16 10:00-1:00 Sewing Box
Saturday 9/17 1:00-4:00 Hope Chest
Saturday 9/17 7:00-9:00 Doodled Cards and Box
September 19, 2016
Crafter’s Haven 5404 34th Ave S. | Minneapolis MN 55417 612-729-9035
September 20, 2016
K & K Krafts 420 Center Ave Ste #10 Moorhead Center Mall | Moorhead, MN 56560 | (218) 233-3220
6:00-9:00 PM
November 12-13, 2016
Scrap-a-latte 714 Montauk Highway | West Babylon, NY | 631-482-9190
Classes TBD
More stores coming soon! Stay tuned.
Many thanks to my amazing sponsors for working with me as things change. I have to say the craft industry has a heart.
Please catch me on Facebook Live every Tuesday night at 6 pm EST. We have such a nice group of people that gather from all over the world united by their love of creating. Tonight we are going on a field trip so hope you can join in. If not, you can replay it after- love this platform!
Thank you to all of you who have been praying, sending messages and thinking about me and my family at this time. It means so much and helps us to be positive for Dad.
Hope to see you on the Paper Trail 10!
I’m praying for your Dad, family members, and you. It is a difficult time for all of you. But, your memories will be precious . Please take time to take to take care of yourself.
Prayers for your family. I look forward to when you are able to visit the PNW.
My heart goes out to you! 2003 was a horrible year for us. We lost my father-in-law to pancreatic cancer, our 7 year old neighbor, Joseph, who we knew from birth to kidney cancer and a classmate of my sons to brain cancer within 4 months. Less than 3 months after my FIL’s diagnosis he left us. I am sending prayers and comforting thoughts your way! My dream is that, one day, Cancer will be a forgotten disease or one that we use instead of the death penalty for criminals.
Hoping to see that you add a store in Vermont to this year’s trip because I would love to meet you. Maybe you could see if any stores in Burlington, VT or maybe even Joann’s in Berlin Vermont ( 🙂 ) had a space for you to do a class! That would make me the happiest girl in the whole USA!
Thinking of you and your family during this difficult time!
Barb in VT
Hugs to you and your family, Eileen! Please know I’m thinking of you all. If the return leg of your abbreviated journey brings you along the “north coast”, let us know! I’m sure LeeAnn would arrange a class for you (and we’d love to visit, of course). Take care and drive safe!
Hugs from me too Eileen, it is such a difficult time for you and your family, I am thinking of you. I hope your trip goes well, I am sure you will meet lots of friendly faces along the way, the projects you are doing look fabulous! Hugs, Anne xx
Prayers to your Dad and to the entire family.
Eileen i will be praying for you, your Dad and family. Crystal
So sorry to hear about your Dad. Adding you to our dinner prayers. Love.
Never give up hope, Eileen!
No matter what happens or what the
reports say!
That’s the most important thing I learned!
Praying for your dad, you, and your family!
I loved the field trip to Jason’s last night!
I lost my dad to pancreatic cancer in 1999. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts
So sorry to hear about your Dad – your class projects look wonderful! Wish I lived in the areas you are going to be stopping!