Date: August 22nd, 2026
Time: 9 am - 11 pm
Place: Hampton Inn 8811 Plum Drive, Urbandale, IA 50322
Choose Your Crop Experience
REFUND POLICY
➤Before August 1st: The fee paid will be transferred to a future event in the same year.
➤After August 1st: The fee paid will be forfeited.
The event is located in the Conference Room of the Hampton Inn at 8811 Plum Drive, Urbandale, Iowa. Go past the front desk and to you right. It is the first door on the left.
Here is what is included in your registration cost.
➤ You will share three 5x2 rectangular tables or a round table with 1 other person. (Rectangle tables are reserved for traditional scrapbookers and are first come first serve)
➤ At least two chairs
➤ Complimentary snacks, drinks, and coffee
➤ Complimentary Breakfast at the hotel
➤Door Prizes
➤ A free gift for attending
The crop hours are as following:
➤Full Day: 9 am - 11 pm
➤Half Day: 9 am - 4 pm or 4 pm - 11 pm
Meal Options:
➤ Optional group lunch from Palmer’s Deli (pre-order via Google Form)
➤ Optional group dinner (typically pizza; additional cost)
➤ Yes! Creative Memories products will be available onsite for purchase. (All products are first come, first served)
➤ Pre-order specific items at: creativememories.com/user/tracywalker
➤Before August 1st: The fee paid will be transferred to a future event in the same year.
➤After August 1st: The fee paid will be forfeited.
What to Bring:
➤ Completed projects to show off
➤ Earphones 🎧 (for music or videos)
➤ Covered cup ☕
➤ Hand sanitizer
➤ A sweater or jacket (room temp is usually set to between 70-72 degrees)
➤ Smiles and good vibes 😄
Digital Crafters: Don’t forget your extension cord and power strip – WiFi will be available!
Traditional Crafters: You’ll be sharing a table, so please pack light and only bring what fits under your table. Pre-ordering supplies is recommended to ensure availability!
Don’t forget your extension cord and power strip (for your cricuts)
Are children or pets allowed?
➤ No. This is an adults-only event
➤ No children or pets are permitted
➤ No refunds will be issued if attendees arrive with children or pets
➤ Absolutely! We love when friends crop together. If you'd like to sit with someone specific, just include their name(s) in the notes when you register or send me an email after signing up. I’ll do my best to seat you together—just be sure everyone registers early, as spots fill quickly!
Yes! I’ll be bringing a few essential tools for community use, including:
➤ Paper trimmers
➤ Custom Cutting System
➤ 13x13 cutting mat
➤ A limited selection of Creative Memories punches
➤ Yes, but bring your own extension cord and power strip
➤ Yes, wifi will be available free of charge. A code will be provided to you for access.
➤ Note: If you are digital scrapbooker please download any updates or kits you will want to use for the weekend. Large downloads can bog down the system.
➤ Please set your phone to vibrate
➤ Step outside the crop room to take calls
➤ NO facetiming please in the conference room
➤ Please avoid wearing perfume or using scented products (to be respectful of those with allergies/sensitivities)
➤ No outside business promotion or solicitation allowed during the retreat