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Whatever Craft Weekend Part 1: The House, Swag & Crafts

April 10, 2013

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You guys, I don’t even have words to describe this past weekend that I spent in Kansas at the Whatever Craft Weekend. I’ve attended many “events” and “activities” in my day, but this…THIS has been hands down my best experience yet.  Not a single detail was missed.

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We enjoyed several yummy-beyond-words meals made with love by this girl and were encouraged to embrace our creativity through several inspiring crafts by this girl. We were pampered to say the least (we weren’t even allowed to put our dirty dishes in the sink!). Best of all, we were amongst friends–many of whom had been strangers only days earlier.

6a00d8341c469c53ef017d42a0646b970c-650wiGroup Photo Cred to Meg.

I was lucky enough to be able to fly out with my dear friend Mique.  We arrived in Kansas (never thought I’d type those words) on Friday afternoon, were greeted by Meg at the airport, and drove to what would quickly become the most charming and inspiring home I have ever set foot in.  The Craft House–oooohhh, ahhhh.  For more photos of the craft house, check out this post. It was a bit overwhelming as I walked from room to room gawking over all the happiness.

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crafttableThat awesome gum ball canvas is available in Meg’s shop–in case you adore it as much as I do.

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Some midnight snacks. Craft fuel food.

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With every turn there was something new to be discovered.

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This sunflower canvas is also in Meg’s shop.
Notice that little bee to the left of the flower–perfection.
After checking everything out downstairs, we ran up to see where we would be sleeping.  I had no idea it could only get better. Here was the room I stayed in with my pals: Mique, Kristi and Heather. We giggled every night until 3 am…yep, 3 am.

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Every bed had a vintage quilt and there was the best swag waiting on our pillows.   I get giddy just re-living these moments as I type. Details on all the swag will be posted on Meg’s blog–but I can vouch that it was all awesome.

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My name tag was waiting for me at my designated craft area downstairs.

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And there was even MORE swag waiting for us in the craft area.

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This sweet map shows where all the past attendees have traveled from. I’m so bummed that I forgot to add my own flag.

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Day One: airport and apron day.

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Day Two: antiquing, barn sale and crafting day.

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Everyday: sweatpants and wolverine shirt day (my crafting attire). Comfiness encouraged in the craft house.

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The first night is spent making the infamous ruffle apron.  Above is Miques–it’s incredible, like her!

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This is a closer look at the massive, stunning, barnwood kitchen table where we ate our meals.

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And here are the beginnings of a creation I made for my bedroom out of vintage sheets.

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I made a fun garland for my fireplace with these felt balls from Felt Foxes.
There were many more crafts, I was just too in the “craft-zone” to remember to take pictures.

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Mique watching Meg teach us how to make a flower from old tee-shirts.
On the last day we all put on our aprons and took pictures before the treck home, sigh…

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Mique, Kristi

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Meg, Me

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The roomies: Heather of Whipperberry, Mique of Thirty Handmade Days, Kristi of Barn Owl Primitives.
I know y’all have heard me gush about Mique’s blog and Kristi’s shop–but I’ve got to tell you that you will be equally impressed with Heather–her blog is bananas.

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Pam Garrison, Me.
This gal, Pam…let’s just say she inspired me.  Her motto: embrace the imperfections of our creative process.  Her crafting philosophy is also a life philosophy–and I love that.

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More roomie pics.

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 And a closer look at my ruffle apron, out front of the craft house.
Stay tuned for Part Two–the post about our Barn Sale, trip to a dairy farm and an antiquing outing.
A BIG BIG thank you to my pal Kristi for giving me this opportunity–meeting you in person was just what my life needed. Now move to Cali will ya?!

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I'm Ashley. Sometimes I craft, occasionally I cook, everyday I write, and I'm always Momma. This is my blog. I keep it real while still seeing the rainbows and butterflies in all of life's lessons.

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  • Mique
    April 10, 2013

    Let’s go back tomorrow!! Love you. xoxo

    Reply
  • kristi quill
    April 10, 2013

    I want to go back! tomorrow! so happy that I finally met you in real life…three years…it was more than worth the wait!
    LOVE you! xoxo

    Reply
    • Sarah M.
      kristi quill
      April 11, 2013

      Ummmm…how do I get invited to this? It looks so fun!

      Reply
  • jeannett
    April 10, 2013

    eek! can’t wait for my turn!!!! but what fabulous ladies will be there???!!!

    Reply
  • joelle
    April 10, 2013

    I was literally JUST talking to my husband and saying that someday I NEED to attend this weekend….I am so jealous!!! I need to add a NY flag to that map!! Hopefully sooner than later

    Reply
  • SarahK
    April 10, 2013

    Craft weekend was seriously one of the BEST weekends of my life….when I look at each new weekend, I get giddy with memories!! That house had the best spirit about it! Love love love!!

    Reply
  • Cathy kelemen
    April 10, 2013

    How does one get an invite to a weekend like that….sounds amazing!

    Reply
  • karri
    April 10, 2013

    I would love love love to go to a craft weekend sometime. It just looks phenomenal!

    Reply
  • peta
    April 10, 2013

    one day i might add a flag from Australia to that map …. 🙂

    can I ask where your jeans (airport day) are from Ashley? Love them.

    Reply
    • Sabrina
      peta
      April 10, 2013

      Hi! I’m not Ashley, but I have similar jeans to this. I got them for $20 bucks at JCPenney, but they’re on clearance for $15 now!! They also have a 20% off deal going too. Hope you like….

      Here’s the link you can copy and paste:
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    • Ashley Stock
      peta
      April 11, 2013

      hi Peta, the jeans are from American Eagle 🙂 xoxo

      Reply
  • Michelle Jones
    April 10, 2013

    No Kristi may NOT move out to CA! I need her and her creative inspiration here! 🙂 What a wonderful weekend, thanks for sharing so many photos so I can picture all the fun Kristi was telling me about today.

    Reply
  • jodi
    April 10, 2013

    How fun!!! I have just recently found out about Meg’s super cool weekends! I want to go so bad, hopefully someday I will be able too. What a fun experience!

    jodi

    Reply
  • Jeannette
    April 10, 2013

    Where in Kansas were you? I live in Kansas! Overland Park…about 20 minutes from Kansas City.

    Reply
  • Liz
    April 10, 2013

    that looks like so much fun! i have seen posts from others at that same house. i love it! wish i could pack it up and make my house look like that. 🙂 i guess it’s the love in the home that matters… not all the awesome art, quilts, and thrift finds (those last things do make it nice, though). 😉

    Reply
  • Nazzia
    April 10, 2013

    Talk about creativity overflowing! This place looks awesome. I wish I can add flag on that map from India some day. Can’t wait for Part II.
    BTW, I have the same sweatpants in grey!

    Reply
  • amy s (OH)
    April 10, 2013

    What an amazing experience! I’m so jealous.
    P.S. Where did you get your cute tennis shoes from?
    Love your blog!
    ~amy

    Reply
    • Ashley Stock
      amy s (OH)
      April 11, 2013

      i got my shoes from Nordstroms in the kids section. Converse run in kids sizes but they will fit most adults up to a size 7–check them out 🙂

      Reply
      • Amy S (OH)
        Ashley Stock
        April 11, 2013

        Thanks!

        Reply
  • Lisa
    April 10, 2013

    That looks like so much fun! I want to go! 😉

    Reply
  • meg duerksen
    April 10, 2013

    it was a FABULOUS time! i am so glad you made it all the way to little old kansas! 🙂
    i am so happy you felt inspired at Craft Weekend.
    it’s such a fun place!

    Reply
  • Kassi @ Truly Lovely
    April 10, 2013

    This sounds like the BEST time!!! I have attending something like this on my bucket list… someday! 🙂

    Reply
  • Monica
    April 10, 2013

    You are so cute Ashley. I always leave your blog wanting to be happy and only see the good in life and in people. You are inspiring.

    Reply
  • Kristen W
    April 10, 2013

    Looks like it was so much fun! Love the pics… And all of your outfits 😉

    Reply
  • Kirsten
    April 10, 2013

    That looks like so much fun! If only it wasn’t so far away…I live in Washington state, which makes that quite the hike… 🙁

    Reply
  • Sabrina
    April 10, 2013

    Is that a Bob Dylan tee you’re wearing????? If so, where’d ya get it?!?!?!?

    Reply
  • Kati
    April 10, 2013

    Where in Kansas is this? Tell me more! I live in Kansas and I didn’t think there was much here other than KC….and I’ve seen your barn pics (on Instagram) and fell in love. It might be worth a drive to wherever that is!

    Reply
  • Rachel
    April 10, 2013

    Yay I’m glad that you had such an awesome time!!

    Reply
  • pam
    April 10, 2013

    You are soooo cute! Loved meeting you and know I’ll be seeing you and your gang of creative gals soon! Great photos, loved your recap here. Don’t you wish we were doing it from the start all over again? Went too fast. xoxo

    Reply
  • Lis
    April 10, 2013

    Man, I don’t even craft and this experience looks amazing!

    Reply
  • Ariane
    April 10, 2013

    Thanks for sharing, Ashley! I’m so psyched that something this awesome exists in real life! How cool!

    Reply
  • kymberley fraser
    April 11, 2013

    What an amazing trip you had! It looks like so much fun!! xo Kymberley

    Reply
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    April 11, 2013

    brown wedges?!? LOVE. where are they from/maker?

    Reply
  • Christina
    April 11, 2013

    I’m also in the KC area and would love a weekend like this! How do we sign up?!?! Who’s the craft house host? Thanks for sharing – my day has now been inspired!

    Reply
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  • Michelle
    April 13, 2013

    Awe!!!! So exciting you two finally got to meet in real life! (you & Kristi) and yeah for new friends! Looks like a blast and I’m so happy you got to experience it 🙂
    Now if only I could get some of that creative gene you have….

    xoxo

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  • Tracy
    April 15, 2013

    Do they host these every year? I used to go to a few in PA but all the girls I go with have now moved and we don’t ever get to go. I would be very interested in finding a new one. (Also because most of my crafty blogging friends are in the UK!)

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    April 29, 2013

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