
Welcome to Creative Escape Events!
We are so excited to bring you events with our favorite partners, teachers and influencers.
Our first in-person event will be held in partnership with Spellbinders Paper Arts in Phoenix, Arizona on August 2 & 3, 2024. You will enjoy two fun-filled days packed with classes, a crop, and make & take opportunities. Get a behind the scenes tour of the Spellbinders office, where you can meet the team and create in the craft room. Classes will be held at the nearby Drury Inn & Suites, which is the host hotel for the event. Transportation to Spellbinders office and back to the hotel for the event is included.
- What’s included with your registration:
- 3 Classes taught by guest instructors: Nichol Sphor, Kim Kesti, Josie Ciricione & Nina Boettcher
- Make & Takes
- 3 hour PJ party crop
- Spellbinders behind the scenes tour
- NEW! Platinum Scout die cutting machine
- Swag bags, giveaways, and more!
Early Bird Pricing $299 per person. Attendees will receive 3 classes with kits and product, swag bag and more! Price does not include travel and hotel accommodations. July 2 price increases to $325 per person.
Space is limited! Do not miss out on this fun-filled weekend! We welcome children aged 14 and older.
Attendees should plan to bring basic paper crafting supplies for classes, including: tweezers, craft pick, jewel pick, scissors, paper trimmer and your favorite adhesive.


Schedule of Events:
Friday, August 2, 2024
- 8:15am Check In at Hotel Lobby
- 9am to 12pm Group A to Spellbinders Office
- 9am to 12pm Group B Workshop 1 at Drury Hotel
- 12pm to 2pm Break for lunch (on your own)
- 2pm to 5pm Group B to Spellbinders Office
- 2pm to 5pm Group A to Workshop 1 at Drury Hotel
- 5pm to 7pm Break for dinner (on your own)
- 7pm to 10pm PJ Party, Card Swap & Craft Time
Saturday, August 3, 2024
- 9am to 12pm Group A Workshop 2 at Drury Hotel
- 9am to 12pm Group B Workshop 3 at Drury Hotel
- 12pm to 2pm Break for lunch (on your own)
- 2pm to 5pm Group A Workshop 3 at Drury Hotel
- 2pm to 5pm Group B to Workshop 2 at Drury Hotel
- 5pm to 7pm Break for dinner (on your own)
- 7pm to 9pm Open Craft Time
Accommodation Information
If you would like to stay on site for the event, we have arranged a room block at the Drury Inn & Suites Happy Valley.
Room Block Rate $129 a night for a non-smoking 2 queen beds deluxe room. Use the link below to reserve under our room block.
https://www.druryhotels.com/bookandstay/newreservation/?groupno=10106462
Please make your reservations by Tuesday, June 18, 2024 to receive your group rate. Reservations made after this date, will be subject to prevailing rates and availability.
Reservations may also be made by calling 1-800-325-0720 and referring to your group number 10106462.
Drury Inn & Suites Phoenix Happy Valley
2335 W. Pinnacle Peak Road
Phoenix, AZ 85027
(623) 879-8800
druryhotels.com
At Drury Hotels, we know you have enough to worry about when traveling. In addition to the great rate, our generous amenities will brighten your group’s day and make your journey easier. Hotel guests have the following amenities with your reservation.
-Complimentary Hot Breakfast – Enjoy scrambled eggs, oatmeal, fresh fruit, potatoes, pastries, the all-important coffee and more. Hot, fresh, and, best of all, free. Free hot breakfast is served daily from 6-9:30 a.m. on weekdays and 7-10 a.m. on weekends.
-Complimentary Evening Drinks and Snacks – 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. every evening to enjoy complimentary hot food and cold beverages at our 5:30 Kickback®. The Hotel features a rotating menu of hot food, beer, wine, mixed drinks and soft drinks.
-Complimentary Wi-Fi Throughout the Hotel – Get the score, check social networks or email family members in the hotel!
-On-Site Facilities – Take advantage of the business center, fitness center or pool while away from home. Print boarding passes, finish a presentation or check e-mail in the Hotel’s business centers.
