hey bloggers! just checking in with a quick recap of CKU-Nashville, what an amazing time!!! with this being my 5th year of teaching at CKU's, i have to say that i look forward to each event... i taught my workshops using ranger's new memory capsules along with our memory glass and frames and we made 4....yes 4 finished projects in our hour and a half! crazy but fun! of course it's always cool to get together with my friends in the industry: the sweet debby schuh, and here i am with teresa collins and the one and only margie!. the hotel for CKU-Nashville is one of my favorites, the Gaylord Opryland - we definitely took some time to hang out, eat some great food, and drink a few bottles of bug juice - a nashville tradition-thank you emily adams! (only some of us partake in the bug juice though...) the vibe at CKU is such fun, filled with anticipation of learning new things, meeting new friends, and creating new memories - it's just a great time.
anyways, i wanted to fill you in on a little rumor i heard (and trust me when i say that i am not much of a rumor person) but i thought this one was important to share... there is only going to be one more CKU...that's it...one more and then it's over...from what i hear...for good... so if you're thinking about going to one, haven't ever been to one, or just want that last chance to go to another one, CKU-Provo in August is your last chance. i'm telling you, you won't be disappointed! go out with a bang i say...so i'm planning on doing a few exciting things there myself. okay, enough said - you've been told...
so from CKU, i headed straight to new jersey for a week at ranger and then Ranger U this weekend. can't wait! we're busy with the final planning stages of our new products for CHA-Summer release, and already working on the ideas and products for CHA-2010... it just keeps going and going the fun never stops! so i'll be checking in throughout the week and keeping you posted about my ranger adventures. more to come....t!m
Well, sounds like you all had a blast, and can't wait to see some pictures of your projects.
Have a great time at Ranger U. Hope to see you there in person some day!
Eileen in NYC
Posted by: Eileen Bellomo | June 01, 2009 at 09:29 AM
I can't say that I am surprised about the CKU rumor. Things are changing in this world. It is really a shame it has to come to an end. Hope you have an awesome time at Ranger U!!
Can't wait to see what is up with you next.
Posted by: Julie H. | June 01, 2009 at 09:33 AM
Looks like you are having fun!
I hate to hear about cku--i never got the chance to get to one:(
Posted by: {vicki} | June 01, 2009 at 09:40 AM
Glad you had so much fun. Too bad about CKU but hope something else just as good pops up to take its place.
Posted by: Irene Lenihan | June 01, 2009 at 09:45 AM
Hi Tim -
Well you've been a busy little bee! You're just buzzing all over the place these days, England, South Africa, Nashville, NJ. I'm exhausted just thinking about it. But at least you're getting those frequent flyer miles - LOL! Just glad you are enjoying yourself, that's what life is all about, live it to its fullest. Have a safe trip and enjoy Ranger U. By the way - love the photo on your blog today - looks like a Tim sandwich - LOL!
Elaine Allen
Posted by: Elaine Allen | June 01, 2009 at 09:45 AM
Hi T!m,
I am you had fun at CKU- Nashville. I saw some photos on Teresa Collins's blog too and she too had a ton of fun. Cannot wait to see what you are going to share with us. My local scrapbook store owner is going to Ranger U and she is super stoked. Her name is Lori;)
Have a great week.
Posted by: Sandy M | June 01, 2009 at 09:46 AM
I am sad to hear CKU will end, but maybe something new will take it's place. I only attended one and really enjoyed the experience. So wish I could sign up for the Provo CKU but I'm already committed to Creative Escape. Can't wait to see what Tim has prepared for that event.
Posted by: Mary Mitchell | June 01, 2009 at 09:52 AM
I'm sad for the loss of CKU. I had a chance to go to Orlando in 2007 and had the time of my life. They pulled CKC from my area too.
Posted by: Christina Moquin | June 01, 2009 at 10:16 AM
Oh Geez more new product! I haven't made anything from my grunge paper! I am slacking! I can't handle this pressure!
Posted by: Jill | June 01, 2009 at 10:17 AM
Happy to hear you had such a great time. Sad to hear that the next event may be the last. I really wish I could go. But I'm afraid I can't afford it. Can't wait, therefore, to hear what you have prepared. I always look forward to hearing all your stories. Please tell us a little more about your adventures at CKU and at RangerU, please :)
Posted by: Tamikko Gordin | June 01, 2009 at 10:19 AM