It's not just a crop, it's an experience!

At Heart After Arts, we don’t do things halfway. We are extra, all day, every day, and unapologetically so! We take great care in cultivating an exquisite crop experience with a warm, inviting atmosphere for everyone. Our goal isn’t just to craft, it’s to build community while crafting and having fun. We offer unique ice breaker activities to get to know each other, free classes with our exclusive paper lines, beloved signature specialty snacks, free mini projects that demo exciting products and techniques, and we reward prizes every hour in a fun and unique way. Our crops have all the frills, and we’re sure that you’ll love it as much as we do!

 

Why join us?

Are you looking to make new crafty friends? Do you need inspiration for your next project? Do you miss the community feel of local events? Looking for a getaway experience to rest, recharge, and relax? Struggling to make time for yourself and your crafting? Don't worry, we've got you covered! Join us at our next scrapbook getaway and you won't regret it! You'll be inspired by others around you. You'll create free make n' take projects and a full 12x12 layout. You have the chance to win prizes that are called every hour and grand prizes called every evening. You'll participate in our introductory ice breaker.. we know it sounds lame but we promised it'll be one of your favorite memories: just ask our previous attendees. Your table gift will be stuffed with goodies of at least $60 retail value, but can be up to $100+ value.

 

Previous grand prizes:

• Cricut bright floor lamp

• Cricut desk lamp & envelope maker

• Laminator and deco foil start pack for hot foiling

• All in one The Works paper trimmer & reusable tote bag

• and more!

 

The Fun Stuff:
What you have to look forward to at our event:

• Scrapbooking/crafting and meeting new friends of course!

• Welcome gifts for every attendee ($60-$100 retail value)

• Exclusive paper pack designed for our event (Free!)

• Free make n’ take projects by Heart After Arts 

• Free HAA exclusive 12x12 layout class (with donation to local charity)

• Free Stampin Up & Creative Memories demos

• Prizes every hour

• Grand prize announced each day!

• Shop at our vendor tables (Heart After Arts, Stampin Up, Creative Memories)

• One signature specialty snack each day, and regular snacks and bottled water provided throughout

• Hotel guests receive

  • Complimentary happy hour drinks

  • Free hot breakfast

  • Free overnight parking

• Commuters pay $15 parking per day

 

Event Details:

    Who: You and your soon to be scrap buddies!

    What: Scrapbooking and Crafters Weekend Retreat

 

Friday, March 6 to Sunday, March 8

     Starts at 10AM on Friday, March 6

     Ends at 6PM on Sunday, March 8

 

Embassy Suites by Hilton Springfield

     Address:  8100 Loisdale Rd, Springfield, VA 22150

 

Why: To get some crafting done, meet new friends, and treat yo' self

 

Pricing: 

$255 - Must be paid in full by February 1, 2026

$75 deposit due at registration to hold seat. Deposit is non-refundable.

 

Spots are limited. Waitlist available. If you select “pre-order” and pay your deposit, you will be added to the waitlist. In the event of cancellation, waitlist will be used in registration order.

 

Hotel Info:

• Crop attendees receive a discounted room rate of $199 per night 

  • Booking link will be emailed to you after registration

  • Book hotel by February 5 to receive our discounted rate

• Hotel guests receive

  • Complimentary hot breakfast

    • Non hotel guests may purchase breakfast for $20

  • Two drink tickets for happy hour per night

  • Free parking available

    • Non hotel guests may purchase a parking pass for $15 per day

 

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Vendors:

• Heart After Arts

• Stampin' Up

• Creative Memories

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Note: Bottled water and snacks will be provided. Prizes announced every hour. Each attendee receives a welcome gift (retail value of $60-$100). All day access to scrap room. Massages available at an additional cost. Classes available at an additional cost. 

 

Registration options:

1. Pay in full ($255) - choose "3 day pay in full" option

2. Pay deposit ($75) now, rest later - choose "$75 deposit" now

   • Before February 6, pay remaining balance ($180) - choose "balance minus deposit for full weekend"