Looking for a crafty way to beat the winter doldrums? Plan to attend the Indianapolis Rubber Stamp and Scrapbook Getaway, brought to you by Toomuchfun Promotions. The crafting extravaganza returns to Danville, Indiana, on Feb. 23 and 24 and will again be held at the Hendricks County 4-H Fairgrounds & Conference Complex.
Attendees will get to shop to their hearts' delight as they sift through specialty papers, embossing powders, cutting tools, embellishments, fancy stickers and rubber stamps for every occasion under the sun. If you consider yourself a crafter or are looking for a new hobby, then you don’t want to miss it!
Speaking as an avid rubber stamper myself, it’s a fabulously fun (and addictive) hobby, and this event always gets my creative juices flowing. Keep reading for a special deal on tickets for Visit Hendricks County followers! We also have an exclusive giveaway of free tickets that can be found below, too.
Toomuchfun Promotions
Steve Lindeman is the Show Promoter with Toomuchfun Promotions and his wife owns Toomuchfun Rubberstamps. The pair enjoyed traveling all around the country for more than 10 years exhibiting at trade shows. Then in 2011, Steve got the opportunity to promote his first show in Fort Wayne, and Toomuchfun Promotions was born.
The following year, they added shows in Syracuse, N.Y., and Sevierville, Tenn. Danville was later added to the lineup, and I'm thrilled the show will again be hosted this year in Hendricks County.
My mom and I enjoy attending the show each year as we peruse the latest must-have crafting tools and oohing and ahhing over all the creative samples. I can't wait to see what new products and ideas we will pick up this year!
As an added bonus, Steve is offering Buy One Get One (BOGO) show tickets to the first 50 people who mention they heard about the show from Visit Hendricks County! Click here to send an email with the code 2024VHC.
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Stamping & Scrapbooking Vendors
This year's event attendees will have two full days to visit the booths of professional rubber stamp and scrapbook companies from around the country, which offer many products you don’t typically find in chain craft stores.
Plan plenty of time to check out the latest in stamping and scrapbooking products. Shop to your heart’s content and chat with the knowledgeable and enthusiastic vendors to unlock endless crafting possibilities.
Exhibitors display finished projects like greeting cards, scrapbook page layouts, and other papercrafting items made with their products. Show attendees not only see new products, but they also get great ideas for using those products.
You can purchase crafting supplies, including decorative papers, cutting tools, ink pads, rubber stamps for every occasion, glitters, stencils, embellishments and so much more. Many exhibitors even offer Show Special discounts.
Practice Your Craft
Newbies and experienced crafters will enjoy watching rubber stamping and scrapbooking demonstrations at many of the vendor booths. Some exhibitors offer make-and-take projects for a nominal fee, so attendees can try out products and take home a finished card or other handcrafted keepsakes.
For more hands-on crafting, purchase tickets for any of the classes being offered on both Friday and Saturday. Class costs range from $30-$36 and are led by instructors with different companies from around the country. Find class details and buy tickets here.
You can also sign up for:
- Make-and-Take Party from 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 23 - Several instructors will provide you with unique projects to complete and then take home. Tickets for the Make-and-Take Party are $40 and include free admission to the show. Space is limited so get your tickets for the Make-and-Take Party today!
- Create and Crop event - You can purchase table space at the show for one, two or all three days (Thursday-Saturday) for a full-on crafting marathon. You will get 4 foot of table space to spread out and craft the days away. Free show admission is included with the purchase of Create and Crop table space, ranging from $30 for a single day to $80 for all three days.
Rubber Stamp & Scrapbook Convention Hotel Deals
Click the "Get Deals" button and fill out the form to receive an email with a special link to an exclusive page where you can check availability and special pricing for select Hendricks County hotels all in one place.
Fun Themes & Prizes
Toomuchfun Promotions also promises a fun atmosphere with upbeat music and games as well as prizes throughout the show.
This year's show theme is The Awesome 80's. Time to break out your legwarmers, neon sweatshirts, and parachute pants. Attendees are encouraged to dress up in 80's garb to relive this iconic decade. Those who do will receive an extra door prize ticket.
There will also be a costume contest on both days with prizes for the top three 80's costumes.
Stay All Weekend
With all this opportunity to craft, why not spend the whole weekend in Hendricks County!
When you are ready to take a break from shopping and crafting, you can visit the on-site food vendor or check out one of Hendricks County's great local restaurants.
Consider refueling at Mayberry Cafe, Frank's Place, The Beehive, The Bread Basket, or Creation Cookie Cafe in historic Danville...just to mention of few of my favorites!
Here are two great hotel options:
- Hampton Inn in Avon offers a rate of $139 per night for those who mention the Rubber Stamp and Scrapbook block and book before Jan. 22.
- The Comfort Inn in Avon is offering show attendees a rate of $119 who book before Feb. 17.
What You Need To Know
- When: 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Feb. 23 and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Feb. 24, 2024
- Where: Hendricks County 4-H Fairgrounds & Conference Complex
- Tickets: Purchase admission tickets and pay for classes prior to the event here. All show tickets are valid for both Friday and Saturday and cost $6 online or $8 at the door. Children ages 12 and under are free.
- Parking: Free
- Information: Visit their website or call (260) 557-4809