Craft Retreats With Queen Pip
Does the idea of a whole day (or two) of crafting fill you with joy?
Do you want to have a fun packed, creative escape from your normal daily routine?
Then, a Craft Retreat with Queen Pip is perfect for you. Join us and make cards, enjoy your passion for paper crafting and also get something a little bit more. My retreats are all about the experience and the fun, in addition to the cards and projects you make.
2 Types of “Craft Retreats” With Queen Pip
I host a variety of retreats throughout the year. Choose a format that suits you best. All projects are within the grasp of a beginner or a confident card maker, but you will need some tools to attend (see FAQs below). Click each image to read more.
1. Online Creative Weekends
From £10-40*
Enjoy a retreat from the comfort of your own home.
My Online Paper Party Creative Weekends are held via a private Facebook group, exclusive to retreat guests. I select some Stampin’ Up! papers and design with these (but design so they work with ANY papers)!
UK Residents Only Paper Share Option receive:
- 30.5 x 15 cm (12″ x 6″) or 15 x 15 (6″ x 6″) of each paper pack chosen by me for the projects
- Plus the Digital Weekend Option
UK & Worldwide Weekend Party Option receive:
- Private Facebook hosting all the fun.
- Lives, Videos & PDF tutorials for 10 designs.
- A further 30 card designs for added inspiration.
- Fun challenges to participate in to show us what you can create with paper!
- For this option you will use all your own materials from your craft stash!
Dates:
None booked for 2025 yet
The Digital Only option is £xxxx and available to anyone worldwide!
Paper Share Prices vary by catalogue depending on the number of papers selected. Read my cancellation policy here.
Make new friends from around the world and come party with us!
2. In Person Retreats
From £159 (one day) and £329 (weekend)
There’s nothing better than getting together. I offer both one day and whole weekend retreats.
Available to UK residents only, join me at the Holiday Inn, Farnborough, Hampshire, GU14 6AZ (close to the location for the Creative Craft Show).
These retreats include:
- your own personal craft desk for your exclusive use during the whole day or weekend (yes, it’s locked and kept safe overnight!)
- Buffet lunch, unlimited tea, coffee and snacks all day!
- A huge Retreat Goody Bag stuffed with products, crafty prizes and surprises!
Please carefully read my cancellation policy. A non refundable deposit is required at time of booking.
One day retreats 2025: Saturday 29th March, and Saturday 12th July.
Weekend retreats 2025: 25th & 26th October
No accommodation is included.
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What my customers say!
A lovely enjoyable weekend retreat, loved trying out the watercolour technique it’s something I’ve never done before with my cards. I hope to use it again in the future.
Just finished my second “paper party” which was brilliant – I love receiving all the different types of Designer Paper (some of which I would never have thought to buy) and then seeing how you can put them together when you watch the abundant You tube videos that go along with it. Pip, as always, is brilliant at encouraging, giving ideas, helping with the basics of cardmaking – no question too stupid – as well as stretching you to learn more. Its like finding your own “cardmaking song” – and singing it with aplomb” 🙂
I had a great time at the Queen Pip Retreat. Lots of different cards to make with card, papers, and stamps provided, and written instructions to take home for reference. Delicious lnch and snacks were included each day I can’t fault the weekend and look forward to the next retreat. Worth every penny.
About Your Hosts
Pip has crafted nearly all of her life being raised by an art teacher it was just a normal part of life. During her early 40’s she found card making again & Stampin’ Up! a US based Direct Sales company whose products she fell in love with. More she realised her true passion was sharing her card making skills with others and helping them become confident card makers.
Today she’s taught thousands of women how to improve their card making whilst running amazing retreats giving fantastic experiences.
Allison is my design and on the day partner for my in person retreats. She’s been card making even longer than I have and loves creating amazing creations. We became friends through our love of Stampin’ Up! and clicked immediately. With the same sense of humour and dedication to giving our guests fabulous experiences it makes our in person retreats a dream!
Frequently Asked Questions
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I don't live in the UK can I come?
You absolutely can come to my Online Creative Paper Weekend Digital only option.
Due to Stampin’ Up! policies I can’t ship products outside of the UK – but you can join us online for lots of Online Paper Party fun – use your own stash, grab a paper share from your own demo, or buy just the papers you love and join us!
I’m new to card making, can I come?
Yes, all of my retreats are perfect for all levels of experience. New card makers will need just a few basic tools to ensure all types of retreats. With my expert help and guidance, even the newest card makers can achieve results.
What equipment do I need to have?
All projects are within the grasp of a beginner or a confident card maker, but you will need some tools to attend:
- Paper Trimmer
- Paper Snips (sharp scissors)
- Bone Folder
- Glue (wet & dry for all uses)
- Take Your Pick Tool
- Blocks for any stamps included (or your own stamps & blocks for online Creative Weekends)
If you’re coming to my in person retreats, you do not need a die cutting machine as there is one available for sharing on the day. If you are working solely from home, then I recommend at least the Mini Cut & Emboss if you don’t have one.
Can I pay in installments?
Yes! The deposit is required to guarantee your booking. This is non refundable. After that, contact me to work out a payment plan that suits you. All payments are required prior to the closing date for each retreat (normally 4 weeks prior).
I have dietary requirements; can they be catered for?
For in person retreats the hotel is excellent at providing lunches that are suitable for all main dietary (and some more niche) requirements. I issue a dietary requirements submissions form for all guests to complete for each specific event. If you wish, you may also contact the hotel directly. No medical data is requested and all data is deleted after each event.
Have other questions?
Why not email me with any questions you may have at pip@queenpipcards.com
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