Scrapbook Daze

04/09/2026

One of the questions that I get asked is... Do I have to craft all the time?, I will miss everything...

This experience is designed to be flexible and feel like a crafty vacation.

You don’t have to stay in the crop room all day.
You don’t have to take every class.
You don’t have to do every activity.
You can sleep in.
Stay up late.
Move at your own pace.

We’ve scheduled the scrapbooking crops to work with your cruise — not against it.

✨ Dedicated crop sessions with fun games, incentives, and a great community atmosphere
✨ Optional classes
✨ Plenty of open creative time where you can come and go freely — working on albums, finishing projects, or starting your Christmas cards

Nothing is mandatory.

You won’t miss out if you’re enjoying a meal, seeing a show, relaxing at the spa, or heading out on an excursion.

All of the “group fun” happens during the scheduled crop sessions — and you’ll have a clear schedule for everything.

That’s what makes this so special — you’re not choosing between crafting or the cruise…

You get both.

And yes — your family and friends are absolutely welcome to join the cruise, even if they’re not participating in the crop.

You can crop a little.
You can crop a lot.
You can relax a lot too.

That freedom is part of the experience.

04/08/2026

Our next weekend retreat is May 1, 2 & 3 , 2026. If you would like to join us, send me a DM or email me at amcgivern@shaw.ca .

Here is all the info: https://www.facebook.com/share/1AtbKLXxr9/

04/07/2026

Just Imagine…

You wake up slowly aboard the Koningsdam.

Coffee in hand from one of the ship’s cafés,
enjoyed quietly by the window…

Alaska just outside.

You take a walk on deck, watching the water, the mountains, the stillness of it all.

There’s no rush.

You ease into the day — breakfast, a little exploring, a moment to yourself.

And when you’re ready… your table is waiting.

Inside the crop room, your space is exactly how you left it.
Your projects are there.
Your supplies are spread out.

No setup. No packing. No pressure.

You sit down.
Start creating.
Chat with the women around you.
Share ideas, stories, and inspiration.

Later, you step away for a while.

Time on deck watching glaciers drift by.
A quiet moment.
A visit to the spa.
A cocktail, a show, or music.

You come back when you’re ready…
and pick up right where you left off.

Dinner, conversation, laughter…
and whatever the evening holds.

The rhythm of the day feels easy.

Creating.
Exploring.
Rest.
Memories.

That’s what makes this experience so special.

Not just the crafting.
Not just Alaska.

But how it all comes together —
in a way that finally feels like time for you.

04/06/2026

This isn’t just a table and some time to scrapbook.

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This is your space.

A table that’s yours for the entire cruise.
Room to spread out.
Projects you don’t have to pack away at the end of the day.

You can come and go as you like.
Create when you feel inspired.
Take a break when you want to.

If you’re not sure where to start — you won’t be stuck.

You’ll have creative prompts.
Page maps.
Ideas to help you get going.

There will be optional classes.
Simple make-and-takes.
Opportunities to learn something new or try a different technique.

And if you prefer to just sit and create quietly… you can do that too.

There will be games, door prizes, and moments of fun along the way.
You’ll find inspiration not just on your table, but all around the room.

Vendors will be there if you need something.
And yes… the swag bags are pretty amazing.

This experience is designed for you—
a creative retreat where everything is thoughtfully put together, so you can relax, enjoy, and focus on what you love.

There’s no pressure to keep up.
No expectation to do it all.

No packing up at the end of the night.
No late-night drive home.
No extra things to think about — it’s all taken care of.

Just space.
Time.
Ideas.
And the kind of creative experience that feels a little more special than the everyday.

04/03/2026

✨You belong here!✨

The photos.
The stories behind them.
The little moments that matter more than anyone else realizes.

Not everyone understands why you hold onto those things.

But here… they do.

We are a diverse group of women, all coming from different places, experiences, and stories —
but the one thing we share is a love for crafting and preserving what matters.

At Scrapbook Daze, we are inclusive — not cliquey.

I often hear…
“everyone is so friendly”
and
“people actually talk to you.”

You don’t have to come with someone.
You don’t have to worry about fitting in.

You’ll find a friend across the table.
You’ll share ideas, advice, and techniques.
You’ll bond over cards, layouts, and the stories behind them.

You’ll find a friendly, welcoming group of women who are happy you’re there.

There’s no pressure to be “advanced.”
No pressure to have all the newest collections or tools.
No expectation to be anything other than yourself.

Around the table — in conversations, laughter, sharing, and quiet moments too.

And somehow, by the end of the week…
it won’t feel like a group of strangers anymore

Full disclosure, this image was photoshopped.

04/01/2026

I want to introduce you to the travel expert helping bring our Alaska cruise together ✨

This is Amanda Rauh — and she’s not just the travel advisor for this trip, she’s someone I’ve known and trusted for over 20 years.

We were actually pregnant at the same time, and over the years she has helped plan multiple trips for me — so I’ve experienced firsthand the care, organization, and attention she brings to everything she does.

Amanda has over 28 years of experience as a travel advisor and specializes in group travel and cruises, which is exactly what we need for something like this.

She’ll be your go-to for:
• booking your cabin
• payment options
• travel details and logistics

While Amanda is taking care of the travel side, I’ll be focusing on creating the experience — the crafting, the space, and everything we’ll be doing together onboard 💛

I know some of you are starting to think about joining us, so I wanted you to know exactly who you’ll be working with and why I feel confident having her as part of this.

We’re working together to make this as smooth and enjoyable as possible, and I’ll continue to share updates as details come together.

03/30/2026

If you’ve been quietly considering the Alaska Cruise… this is for you 🤍

What questions do you *really* have?

Not just the easy ones — the ones you’re unsure about…
The “I don’t know about this ” thoughts
The little hesitations and "wonderings"

There is no such thing as a silly question here and GUARANTEED if you have the question others do too.

Travel, cost, crafting space, going alone, what the days actually look like — ask me anything.

You can comment below or message me privately if that feels easier 🤍

03/29/2026

You’re thinking ahead.
Keeping things moving.
Making sure everything — and everyone — is taken care of.

Carrying the mental load… often without even realizing it.

And somewhere in all of that — at a time you can’t quite remember — the things you love got pushed aside.

This week:
You don’t have to plan everything.
You don’t have to pack perfectly.
You don’t have to figure it all out.

We’ve already done that part.

The calm of the ocean.
The beauty of Alaska.
A ship with all the amenities that lets you slow down, and relax.

You just show up…

and finally have space for yourself again to do what you want, when you want how you want .
You’ll have ideas if you need them.
Inspiration when you want it.
And the time to actually sit down and create.

With Alaska just outside your window…
and a space that’s ready for you.

You just show up

More info: https://whole-heart.ca/crafting-cruise-alaska/

03/26/2026

Most women don’t stop scrapbooking because they don’t love it.

They stop because life never slows down long enough to make space for it.

Photos sit waiting.
Projects stay unfinished.
The intention is always there… but the time isn’t.

This week is different.

You’ll have a table that’s yours.
Time that isn’t rushed.
And space where you can actually sit, create, and enjoy the process again.

And just beyond your window…

Glaciers.
Mountains.
The quiet beauty of Alaska passing by.

You can explore the ship.
Enjoy the food, the views, the moments in between.

And when you’re ready…

You come back to your table.

No pressure.
No packing up.
No interruptions pulling you away.

Just time.

Time to create.
Time to breathe

More info: https://whole-heart.ca/crafting-cruise-alaska/

03/16/2026

Spring really needs to get it together.

02/26/2026

Last weekend was our Scrapbook Daze February Retreat.It was a great time being "crafty" with friends.

Thank you to every single lady who came out to create, laugh, and spend time with friends while filling your own cup. There’s something so special about a room full of people being creative together in welcoming & fun environment.
We had such a great weekend:
✨ We raised $157.50 for the food bank
🎁 Door prizes were won
Birthdays celebrated
📚 Classes were enjoyed
✅ And so much was accomplished (seriously!!)

A special thank you to the people who helped everything run smoothly behind the scenes — Chantel from Paper Escapades, Pam from Pampered Stamping, and Laurie Clegg — for helping with set up and making sure the weekend flowed beautifully. I truly couldn’t do it without you.

If you’ve been thinking about joining us, March is coming up fast and we only have 5 seats left. If you’d like to come, please reach out and I’ll get you the details.
Can’t wait to do it all again. 💕
— Alison

01/09/2026