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Post by Deleted on Aug 4, 2015 0:01:25 GMT
So my friend and I went to a weekend stamping/scrapping getaway an hour from my house last year and had a great time. Hostess is a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator with all the toys and treats! Great time!
Fast forward to this year. We signed up to attend. I paid my fee. Crop is this weekend. I found out last weekend my friend isn't going.
So bummed.
So since it's so close, there is no getting a refund. I can attend alone not really knowing anyone else except the hostess. Or I can forfeit. At the cost of $275.
I'm going.
Not quite as enthusiastic about going without my friend...but I'll still have a good time. Hopefully.
Anyone have experience or advice about going alone? I'm pretty quiet by personality but sometimes that gets misinterpreted. Don't want that.
((Sigh))
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Post by scrappington on Aug 4, 2015 0:30:33 GMT
I'm sure once your there you will have a great time. Let the hostess know your going alone maybe someone else is an you can be seated together
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Post by anniefb on Aug 4, 2015 0:37:56 GMT
Agree with scrappington that I'm sure you'll find lots of friendly people once you're there. |
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Post by myboysnme on Aug 4, 2015 0:40:01 GMT
I would go by myself. I have done so several times. Plan to get alot done!
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Post by AnotherPea on Aug 4, 2015 0:40:46 GMT
You'll make a new friend!
But just in case you're seated next to someone who doesn't quite float your boat, take some music and earbuds.
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Post by caangel on Aug 4, 2015 0:49:45 GMT
The nice thing about going alone is that there is no pressure to socialize. Think about how much you could actually get done!
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Post by cannmom on Aug 4, 2015 1:27:47 GMT
Sorry your friend can't go. I have been to crop weekends alone and had a good time. Hope you have a great time and get lots done.  |
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Post by hmp on Aug 4, 2015 2:24:01 GMT
I walked into my first ever crop as a new scrapper, not knowing a soul. I made 2 great friends that weekend. I'm shy and quiet but sharing a common hobby really broke the ice. I predict you'll have a wonderful time even without your friend there. Go and have fun!
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Post by meridon on Aug 4, 2015 2:26:04 GMT
You'll make friends...you already have a hobby in common! But if you're worried about it (and I'm a huge introvert, so I totally would be), I second the idea of taking some earbuds so you can just listen to music or podcasts. Just tell people you want to be in the zone so you can get tons done.
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Post by mikklynn on Aug 4, 2015 2:43:29 GMT
I had a friend cancel last minute, too. It's disappointing, but I still went. It got better as the weekend went by.
I second the bringing headphones and music.
Have fun!
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Post by doesitmatter on Aug 4, 2015 2:51:28 GMT
I too have had to go it alone and it was fine. Sure it's more fun with a friend but hopefully you'll meet some friendly people. You can always bring an ipod and rock out while scrapping your heart out if it seems awkward. So go and enjoy a break from daily life and get your scrap on  |
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Post by GiantsFan on Aug 4, 2015 3:05:33 GMT
I've never gone to a crop alone. I'm fine with my friends, but have a hard time meeting new people. I wouldn't want to give up the $275, so I'd suck up go. Once you get there and get settled in it will be alright. As suggested, bring music and headphones, just in case.
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Post by Deleted on Aug 4, 2015 3:12:52 GMT
I tend to get a LOT of work done when I go alone. So much so that I try to finangle a solo crop every once in a while.  As in I book and forget to tell anyone until after it sells out. |
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Post by 950nancy on Aug 4, 2015 4:57:51 GMT
I find a majority of scrappers are pretty nice. I go to 12 hour crops where my friends sell page kits and I crop. I see them, but I crop alone. I would definitely still go.
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Post by ScrapsontheRocks on Aug 4, 2015 7:17:26 GMT
I am with you on the disappointment of not having a ready-made companion and the comfort of past shared experiences. It can be liberating though! I used to attend the same event with the same group of people once or twice a year. I did not fully appreciate how stale it had become until I joined a new bunch (I was a bit nervous about it) at a rival event.
I hope you have a productive, fun crop and will look out for an update.
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Post by alissa103 on Aug 4, 2015 13:46:27 GMT
I have some introvert qualities about me so sometimes I like being around the buzz of a crop without having to socialize & be extroverted. It's easier to do that when you're alone! I also bring headphones and listen to music or a podcast if it gets too loud or if I start to feel lonely. And yeah, I get a TON more done.
I also agree that scrappers are a friendly bunch, so hopefully you won't feel too isolated. Could you ask the organizer to seat you near other singles or a pair of scrappers? That would be easier to manage than a big group that all came together.
I'm sorry your friend isn't coming, but I hope you have a great time! Report back and let us know how it goes!
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Post by 950nancy on Aug 4, 2015 15:56:23 GMT
I like being around people I know. It is comfortable, but even when I am with my friends, we can go long periods of time not visiting. I think a crop can be an overload of chatting if you are there a long time. Maybe you will enjoy the peace and quiet. I know when I go to a crop and there is a person there by themselves I always introduce myself and give them a couple of opportunities to chat. Beyond that, if they don't seem chatty, I figure they came for the quietness. Too bad you don't have another friend who could take that space.
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Post by craftsbycarolyn on Aug 4, 2015 17:18:29 GMT
Yeah I would probably hate going alone, too. But I would go anyway.
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Post by crystalb on Aug 4, 2015 17:30:33 GMT
I have some anxiety issues and was so proud of myself 2 years ago when I signed up over for a 3 day crop ALONE. I did not know a SOUL going and you know what it was SO RELAXING and FUN! I was a ball of nerves before but I NEEDED some kid free, stress free, ALONE time so I am very glad I did it. I met a good group that went strong for a long while. I am very glad I did it and hope you will be too! Shoot now I want to go alone!
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Post by Deleted on Aug 4, 2015 17:53:41 GMT
Bought new earphones! Thanks yall. Her spot was filled by someone on the waiting list. I think that person should have to fill the friend role for me. (joking) |
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Post by 950nancy on Aug 4, 2015 20:12:10 GMT
Perhaps the person on the waiting list doesn't know anyone either. I think you will still have fun. All of the weekend crops I attend are in huge homes in the mountains. We always hike, hang out, and shop (if we are in Estes Park). Is your crop in the city or somewhere else?
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Post by Deleted on Aug 4, 2015 20:28:28 GMT
Perhaps the person on the waiting list doesn't know anyone either. I think you will still have fun. All of the weekend crops I attend are in huge homes in the mountains. We always hike, hang out, and shop (if we are in Estes Park). Is your crop in the city or somewhere else? It's at a retreat center with a pool kind of in the woods, about ten miles from a small town known for its many many antique stores. Last year, we left for a couple hours on Saturday afternoon, went into town, got a Sonic drink and shopped at a couple antique stores. I'll probably do that again this year. I'm getting there on Thursday morning so by Saturday afternoon, I will probably be in need of a break. |
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Post by nancydrew on Aug 4, 2015 20:54:34 GMT
I am probably the exception as I prefer to go alone. Granted, I am an extreme introvert but I find it very relaxing and very productive going to a retreat by myself. I absolutely love it and get so much accomplished. You might really like it also!!
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Post by Deleted on Aug 4, 2015 21:58:14 GMT
What a bummer your friend didn't follow through in signing up. I'm pretty independent, so I would definitely go and be fine by myself. When I scrap at home, though, I'm always running netflix or watching scrappy videos, and I'd be a little annoyed having to do that with earbuds in (with the cords in the way). I would get so much more done if I wasn't with a group!!
Have a good time and maybe you'll make some new friends!
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Post by penny on Aug 4, 2015 22:05:45 GMT
I've gone to events by myself... I tend to focus and tune people out when I'm being creative, so I know I can come across as standoffish... I pack some treats (M&Ms, Hershey kisses, liquorice, or whatever), and make sure to tell people to help themselves... Creates an opportunity to start a conversation because I'm sure no one see me scowling at my LO and thinks "she looks fun to talk to!"
I also will make sure that every little while I stretch my legs or refill my water bottle, and use those times to visit other tables and say hi...
I don't mind not being in the ongoing conversations either... I get more done that way...lol
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Post by deekaye on Aug 5, 2015 1:25:16 GMT
Go and enjoy yourself! I have always gone with a friend or two to crops, etc., but last year my friend unexpectedly had to have surgery so rather than forfeiting my money, I went alone. It was still fun. I met two ladies that were long-time friends and welcomed me to their table (I was panicked the night before thinking "How am i going to find someplace to sit? What if I ask to sit down and they say no?"). I truly felt like I was heading in to my first day of junior high! It turned out fine and I got lots done. |
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Post by eastcoastpea on Aug 5, 2015 2:04:54 GMT
I hope you have a great time. I also hope you report back to us to tell us all about it.
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Post by cmpeter on Aug 5, 2015 3:52:51 GMT
I would be bummed, but go alone too. Although, after reading some of the posts on this thread, I almost want to book an alone crop now. :-)
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Post by alissa103 on Aug 5, 2015 18:54:13 GMT
I would be bummed, but go alone too. Although, after reading some of the posts on this thread, I almost want to book an alone crop now. :-) Me too!!! I'm about due for an alone crop |
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Post by mzza111 on Aug 5, 2015 23:04:00 GMT
So my friend and I went to a weekend stamping/scrapping getaway an hour from my house last year and had a great time. Hostess is a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator with all the toys and treats! Great time! Fast forward to this year. We signed up to attend. I paid my fee. Crop is this weekend. I found out last weekend my friend isn't going. So bummed. So since it's so close, there is no getting a refund. I can attend alone not really knowing anyone else except the hostess. Or I can forfeit. At the cost of $275. I'm going. Not quite as enthusiastic about going without my friend...but I'll still have a good time. Hopefully. Anyone have experience or advice about going alone? I'm pretty quiet by personality but sometimes that gets misinterpreted. Don't want that. ((Sigh)) While that is a bummer, make lemonade out of your lemons. I went to CKU alone in 2003 and met some awesome ladies who are some of my best friends today! |
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As in I book and forget to tell anyone until after it sells out.
