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Thursday, April 24
 

9:00am MDT

Registration
Stop by, pick up your name badge, goodies and all the information you need to participate in SNAP! 2014.

Thursday April 24, 2014 9:00am - 12:45pm MDT
Ballroom Reception Little America

9:00am MDT

Business Card Contest Hosted by Jamielyn (I Heart Naptime) and Heather (Whipperberry)
Creative business cards have always been a part of Snap and this year is bound to be no exception. To that end,Jamielyn (I Heart Naptime) and Heather (Whipperberry) have joined the Snap team to host a supremely FUN business card challenge!

Stop by the their table at registration to chat with the girls, pick up a fun gift and grab some networking tips!  

You'll also be able to leave your card on display for everyone to see! 

For the original announcement: http://snapcreativity.com/business-cards/

 

Speakers
avatar for Heather (Whipperberry)

Heather (Whipperberry)

Heather, Whipperberry Heather has been working in social media since the summer of 2010. A self-taught photographer and graphic designer, she took her love of all things creative and created a blog devoted to taking simple everyday items and transforming them into something divine... Read More →
avatar for Jamielyn (I Heart Naptime)

Jamielyn (I Heart Naptime)

Jamielyn, I Heart Naptime Jamielyn is owner and founder of the popular blog I Heart Nap Time and the creator of the The Inspiration Board – an inspiration site with stylish backgrounds, text, washi tape and funky lables. She aspires to reach women, get their creative juices flowing... Read More →


Thursday April 24, 2014 9:00am - 1:00pm MDT
Ballroom Reception Little America

9:00am MDT

Scotch 3M Door Decorating Hosted by Paging Supermom
Two years ago Aimée and Bettijo, from Paging Supermom, started a tradition that's become one of the most recognizable at Snap - the Door Decorating Contest sponsored by Scotch 3M.

Stop by the Paging Supermom table at registration to chat with the girls, pick up any last minute supplies and tips!  

Door Decorating Contest Rules

1. Only SNAP attendees staying at the Little America can participate in the contest.
2. Only a 3M Command or Scotch product designed for clean and damage-free removal can be adhered to the doors. Please only decorate the door and door frame itself — you may not adhere anything to any walls.
3. Door designs must be completed by midnight on April 24, 2014.
4. We would love to see updates on Instagram as you are preparing your door, but be sure to post a photo of your finished door and tag
@SnapConf@PagingSupermom and #ScotchSnappyDoors.


Speakers
avatar for Aimee & Bettijo (Paging Supermom)

Aimee & Bettijo (Paging Supermom)

Aimee and Bettijo are “Sometimes Supermoms” Paging Supermom evolved after many discussions and sharing their best insights on homemaking, parenting, party planning, teaching, playing and sometimes simply surviving.


Thursday April 24, 2014 9:00am - 1:00pm MDT
Ballroom Reception Little America

9:30am MDT

Field Trip: Thrift Store Tour
Limited Capacity seats available

Take a tour of some of Salt Lake City's most unique antique and thrift stores. Along the way, learn how to spot the best type of items for upcycle projects, learn what to watch for when it come to great "bones" and get tips and tricks on how to haggle for a better deal!

This field trip requires advance registration. Information on registration will be shared with attendees via email in early April. 

Speakers
avatar for Brooke (All Things Thrifty)

Brooke (All Things Thrifty)

Brooke’s site is a fun conglomeration of the never-ending projects cluttering up her garage. Brooke is an expert in DIY upholstery and was cast as a contestant on TLC’s Craft Wars. Brooke has a master’s degree in corporate and interpersonal communications. She lives in sunny... Read More →


Thursday April 24, 2014 9:30am - 12:30pm MDT
Little America Lobby

10:00am MDT

CJ Affiliate by Conversant Recharge Lounge
We know your fingers will be flying as you Gram, Tweet and FB images of Snap, not to mention any notetaking you might do...Recharge your mind, your body and your electronic devices in the relaxing CJ Affilliate by Conversant Recharge Lounge. 

Thursday April 24, 2014 10:00am - 5:00pm MDT
Cheyenne Room Little America

10:00am MDT

Pamper Lounge Sponsored by Rust-Oleum & Cents of Style
Relax and get taken care of in the Pamper Lounge sponsored by Rust-Oleum and Cents of Style. 

Add to your outfit when you visit Cents of Style and prepare for one of the big parties with a blow out provided by Rust-Oleum! 

Thursday April 24, 2014 10:00am - 5:00pm MDT
Casper Room, First Floor Little America

10:00am MDT

Sponsor Booths
Visit with Home Depot in the Snowbasin room, or catch Cricut and Minwax in the Wasatch Room, all located on the second floor

Additional sponsors will be located in the Uintah, Sawtooth, Tuscon, Sun Valley and Flagstaff rooms on the second floor.

Elmer's - Decorate Mason jars with Painters Paint Markers

Minwax - Meet author and television personality Bruce Johnson and stain a table stand.

Moen - Help celebrate Moen's 75th anniversary and "warm up" in the Moen shower. Share a shower photo on IG or Twitter for a chance to win a bath or shower update! #Moen75

Royal Design Studios - Stencil giveaway for the first 100 booth visitors

Rust-Oleum - Visit the color wall and Tweet for a chance to win paint products for a year. Be sure to tag @RustOleum #FortheLoveofColor

Scotch - Make a button, decorate a coffee sleeve or a luggage tag with Scotch Expressions Tape. 

Thompsons Water Seal Booth - Meet HGTV & DIY Network personality Jeff Wilson and enter to win a wood
Adriondack chair (shipped to your home) three times each day! 

World Market - Visit the Cost Plus World Market booth and Instagram a photo on their tricked out, authentic rickshaw for a chance to win one of 30 $100 gift cards. #CraftbyWorldMarket

 


 

Thursday April 24, 2014 10:00am - 5:00pm MDT
Second Floor Little America

1:00pm MDT

Welcome to Snap
Welcome to Snap 2014! We're so excited to share with you our vision for the event and kick things off with a bang! 

Thursday April 24, 2014 1:00pm - 2:00pm MDT
Ballroom A+B

2:30pm MDT

Growth Mapping: Charting the Course for Adding Assistants and Growing Your Team
Take your business to the next level by successfully bringing and working with virtual assistants, prepare to assign tasks efficiently and appropriate budget funds to pay them.

Growth mapping tools will teach you how to break down your business into task-based sections, decide how to delegate jobs to team members and integrate useful tools available on the web. 

Speakers
avatar for Skye (Skye McLain)

Skye (Skye McLain)

Skye is just your regular southern girl, living in Louisiana with her husband, two fur babies and a new son! She is a total type-a, list-making, obsessive-compulsive, task-oriented, perfectionist maniac. She works as a virtual assistant to creative bloggers and handmade business owners... Read More →
avatar for Alissa (Pollinate Media)

Alissa (Pollinate Media)

Alissa is a wife, mother, Editor of Diary of an Addict, Co-Founder of Pollinate Media Group, a lifestyle blogging agency and Circle of Moms Top 10 Mompreneur of 2012. Alissa loves finding ways to build up the blogging community; sharing stories of what she has learned through her blogging journey and vast experience working with brands. S... Read More →


Thursday April 24, 2014 2:30pm - 4:00pm MDT
Wyoming Room Little America, First Floor

2:30pm MDT

How To Manage It All: Fueling Your Blog's Fire WithOUT Getting Burnt Out

One of the #1 reasons bloggers quit and blogs fail is due to not knowing how to organize an efficient management system. If you struggle with the “age-old” question of “HOW do I manage it all?” - then THIS is the class to attend!

The Dating Divas have amazing tools, tricks, free online sources, and partnerships that they utilize to keep things running smoothly that both a blogging team AND solo bloggers alike can use! They’ve set up a system that is still running effectively and efficiently four years later… and they are ready to share it all with YOU! You’ll walk away from this class having learned…

#1) How to Set Up A Management System that WILL Be Successful

#2) How to Become Organized & Tools to Help You STAY That Way

#3) How to FUEL Your Blog’s Fire WithOUT Getting Burnt Out

Tara & Wendy have put together a JAM-PACKED and FUN presentation that will leave you feeling empowered and have you walking out the door armed with the knowledge of what it takes to balance it all. You'll be able to put together & immediately implement an "Action Plan" tailored to fit your schedule with the tools they give you. You CAN have your cake & eat it too and they’ll show you how! 


Speakers
avatar for Tara (The Dating Divas)

Tara (The Dating Divas)

Tara Carson is the founder and owner of the popular website, The Dating Divas. The team behind this inspirational site is comprised of a group of outrageously fun and outgoing women who LOVE being married and want their excitement to spread to couples everywhere. Tara is married to... Read More →
avatar for Wendy (The Dating Divas)

Wendy (The Dating Divas)

Wendy Jackman has been a part of The Dating Divas team since it was founded. She currently helps run the marketing and backend of the site and loves being a part of something so inspirational! She is married to the man of her dreams and has 3 busy kids to keep her on her toes... Read More →


Thursday April 24, 2014 2:30pm - 4:00pm MDT
Arizona Room Little America

2:30pm MDT

Learn How to Make a Full Time Living Through Affiliate Sales Sponsored by CJ Affiliate by Conversant

If you're not participating in affiliate sales, you're leaving a significant portion of viable income on the table. 

Learn how to increase your monthly revenue through affiliate marketing from a well-balanced panel that includes a professional from one of the largest affiliate networks in the country, a small business owner who utilizes affiliate sales as a way to work with bloggers and a blogger who generates a significant portion of her income through affiliate sales. 



Speakers
avatar for Melea (Freebies2Deals)

Melea (Freebies2Deals)

Melea Johnson, founder of Freebies2Deals.com, is a stay-at-home Mom of two. She launched her site in 2009. In the last four years, Freebies to Deals has grown to be one of the largest money-saving websites in the country. In addition to daily web posts, Melea is an active resource... Read More →
avatar for Sarah (CJ Affiliate by Conversant)

Sarah (CJ Affiliate by Conversant)

Sarah Crosby is a Content Development Director at CJ Affiliate by Conversant. She is responsible for promoting the benefits of affiliate marketing and making it easier for content publishers and bloggers to monetize their sites and connect with advertisers. She has over seven years... Read More →
avatar for Courtney (Cents of Style)

Courtney (Cents of Style)

Courtney Brown is the woman behind the fashion accessory company, Cents of Style. Courtney founded Cents of Style in early 2007, when she took her love of fashion and bargain shopping and began an accessories company. Cents of Style lives by two mottos. One, you do not have to spend... Read More →


Thursday April 24, 2014 2:30pm - 4:30pm MDT
Idaho Room Little America

2:30pm MDT

Sewing Kids Shorts with Dana
Limited Capacity seats available

Shorts are one of the easiest clothing items to put together.  And once you get the basics down, the options are endless!  

Dana Willard---author of the popular site MADE and host of the new sewing show MADE Everyday---will teach you to sew a basic pair of shorts for boys or girls, using her KID Shorts Pattern. Want to add pockets? A sleek flat front? Buttons? The choices are up to you. Dana will walk you through all the steps and have you walking away with new sewing confidence....and a killer pair of shorts.

Come sew!

This class will require advance registration. 





Speakers
avatar for Dana (Made)

Dana (Made)

Dana authors the popular DIY sewing and design blog MADE and is the host of MADE Everyday--a fresh new sewing show that gives a relatable and simple approach to modern sewing. Her book Fabrics A to Z is essential for any sewist new and old. And her signature designs have been featured... Read More →



Thursday April 24, 2014 2:30pm - 4:30pm MDT
Olympus Room Second Floor, Little America

2:30pm MDT

Tutorial, Plan and Pattern Making Using Google Sketch Up

Are you a MAKER? Do you share tutorials and patterns with your readers? If you answered yes, this class is for you!

Whether you work in fabric, paper, metal, plastic or wood, learning how to draft precise and detailed drawings of your projects that can be broken down into easy-to-follow steps with accurate dimensions will change your world! 

This class will walk you through actual hands-on creation and the step-by-step process of drafting your very own 3-dimensional project. Upon completion of this class you will have the basic tools and skills required to create any 2D or 3D project of your choosing.

** Please bring your laptop with Google Sketchup (FREE) installed and loaded prior to class start time. If available, an external mouse will make your experience more pleasant. 


Speakers
avatar for Rayan (The Design Confidential)

Rayan (The Design Confidential)

Rayan is the Founding Editor of The Design Confidential, a writer for HGTV.com and maker of things. A retired interior designer and a bit of a lazy furniture builder by trade, she is admittedly a hoarder of project supplies and lumber. Rayan can’t manage to part with anything that... Read More →


Thursday April 24, 2014 2:30pm - 4:30pm MDT
Teton Little America, Second Floor

5:30pm MDT

The Home Depot Opening Dinner


On the menu:
Chicken Breast Florentine served with roasted potatoes, seasonal vegetables and a delicious roll! Enjoy New York Style Cheesecake topped with fresh berries.  

Thursday April 24, 2014 5:30pm - 7:00pm MDT
Ballroom

8:00pm MDT

Cricut Pajama Party Hosted by The Crafting Chicks
Get ready to pajama party like it's 1989 with Cricut and The Crafting Chicks. 

Kick it old school with karaoke, games and festivities in your favorite neon or black and white PJ's. 


Thursday April 24, 2014 8:00pm - 10:00pm MDT
Ballroom A+B
 
Friday, April 25
 

8:00am MDT

Morning Break Sponsored by World Market
Join us for coffee, tea and a light snack before jumping into your day. 

Friday April 25, 2014 8:00am - 9:00am MDT
Ballroom Reception Little America

8:00am MDT

CJ Affiliate by Conversant Recharge Lounge
We know your fingers will be flying as you Gram, Tweet and FB images of Snap, not to mention any notetaking you might do...Recharge your mind, your body and your electronic devices in the relaxing CJ Affilliate by Conversant Recharge Lounge. 

Friday April 25, 2014 8:00am - 6:00pm MDT
Cheyenne Room Little America

8:00am MDT

Pamper Lounge Sponsored by Rust-Oleum & Cents of Style
Relax and get taken care of in the Pamper Lounge sponsored by Rust-Oleum and Cents of Style. 

Add to your outfit when you visit Cents of Style and prepare for one of the big parties with a blow out provided by Rust-Oleum! 

Friday April 25, 2014 8:00am - 6:00pm MDT
Casper Room, First Floor Little America

8:00am MDT

Sponsor Booths
Visit with Home Depot in the Snowbasin room, or catch Cricut and Minwax in the Wasatch Room, all located on the second floor

Additional sponsors will be located in the Uintah, Sawtooth, Tuscon, Sun Valley and Flagstaff rooms on the second floor 

Friday April 25, 2014 8:00am - 6:00pm MDT
Second Floor Little America

9:00am MDT

Finding Your Comfort with a Twist
Join design and style expert Erica Domesek for an inspiring discussion on how to tap into your creative potential. 

Erica is an expert in the craft and DIY industry serving as a guest on The Today Show, Rachael Ray, The Martha Stewart Show, E! News, The Nate Berkus Show, Fox Business News, and as a judge on TLC’s  Craft Wars. She is the author of two books and has be featured in issues of Glamour, Lucky, InStyle, Teen Vogue, Self, Elle, Vogue, The Wall Street Journal and more. In 2013, she was named as a spokesperson for the Craft and Hobby Association (CHA).
 

Speakers
avatar for Erica (P.S. I Made This)

Erica (P.S. I Made This)

Erica is a distinguished design and style expert living and creating in New York City. Her mission is to inspire and encourage people everywhere to embrace the concept of “I see it. I like it. I make it.” She’s passionate about her mission in helping others stylishly personalize... Read More →


Friday April 25, 2014 9:00am - 10:00am MDT
Ballroom A+B

10:30am MDT

Lil Blue Boo Silk Screened Knit Patchwork Scarf
Limited Capacity seats available

Learn about the many different kinds of knit fabrics and basic sewing tips for working with them, all whilst working with a variety of classic Lil Blue Boo hand silk screened prints mixed and matched to create a colorful knit patchwork scarf. 

Though there will not be any actual silk screening done in this class (all pieces will be printed in advance), Ashley will be talking about the basics of silk screening on knit fabric, along with other printing options. 

This class will require advance registration. Information will be provided to registered attendees in early April.  

Moderators
avatar for Ashley (Lil Blue Boo)

Ashley (Lil Blue Boo)

Ashley is the creative force behind the DIY/Lifestyle website Lil Blue Boo. After spending six years in the ruthless world of investment banking, Ashley decided to pursue her passion in the creative world. Her writing about the unexpected loss of her father, her battle with cancer... Read More →

Friday April 25, 2014 10:30am - 11:30am MDT
Olympus Room Second Floor, Little America

10:30am MDT

Accounting for Bloggers & Creative Entrepreneurs
While accounting and tax planning can get complex, basic accounting knowledge can help you turn a profit on your blog. Learn how to track income and expenses, understand tax responsibilities (both quarterly and annual), learn when to create an LLC or S-Corp and even when sales tax might come into play. 

Speakers
avatar for Helena (Sweeter CPA)

Helena (Sweeter CPA)

A licensed Certified Public Accountant (CPA) with her Masters in Taxation from the University of Illinois, Helena Swyter helps people turn their passions into careers. After seven years in corporate accounting, Helena formed SweeterCPA - a company dedicated to providing tax, accounting... Read More →


Friday April 25, 2014 10:30am - 12:00pm MDT
Idaho Room Little America

10:30am MDT

Growing Your Blog While Saving Your Sanity
Seasoned bloggers Sara Wells and Kate Jones of ourbestbites.com have successfully taken a small hobby blog and transformed it into a wildly popular internet destination for food, crafts and lifestyle.  The two have authored two Nationally Bestselling Books, started a successful product line, and maintain a steadily growing website that receives several million visitors each month.  Sara and Kate will discuss keys to their success in the blogging industry, and tips on how to grow a thriving business while maintaining balance with home and family.  Come prepared to ask questions and be involved in discussions!

Speakers
avatar for Sara (Our Best Bites)

Sara (Our Best Bites)

Sara was born and raised in the Seattle area. Inspired by the lush green surroundings of the Pacific Northwest, she earned a degree in horticulture and put her talents to work as a landscape designer. Her knack for design, as well as a lifetime passion for culinary exploration and... Read More →
avatar for Kate (Our Best Bites)

Kate (Our Best Bites)

As a young newlywed, Kate began cooking and baking nearly everything from scratch. Once she got comfortable in the kitchen, she started experimenting with different tastes, recipes, and methods.She graduated from college with a degree in English and considers herself beyond lucky... Read More →


Friday April 25, 2014 10:30am - 12:00pm MDT
Arizona Room Little America

10:30am MDT

Supercharge Your Blog Growth with HomeTalk
Learn how to apply Hometalk's fast paced growth secrets to your own brand, through content, community, and opportunity. Hometalk.com is the largest home & garden social network on the web, and a significant traffic driver to thousands of influential bloggers who share ideas and inspiration with its enthusiastic community.

Speakers
avatar for Miriam (HomeTalk)

Miriam (HomeTalk)

Miriam Illions is the Director of Community Development for Hometalk, the largest home and garden social network. Since its launch in 2011, Miriam has taken the Hometalk website and built it into a bustling online community of over 300,000 members. Originally from New York, Miriam... Read More →
avatar for Heather (At the Picket Fence)

Heather (At the Picket Fence)

Heather is, first and foremost, a wife of 21 years to the love of her life and a mom to two great kids! From her home in the Atlanta area, Heather co-authors the blog At The Picket Fence with her sister Vanessa. A self-taught DIYer, who isn’t afraid of power tools, Heather’s home... Read More →
avatar for Donna (Funky Junk)

Donna (Funky Junk)

Donna Williams, a self proclaimed junker, authors the blog Funky Junk Interiors. Her ultimate passion is creating cool things for her home out of salvaged finds. Blogging now for 6 years, she still claims she can't build nor do a multitude of other things, however she DOES IT ALL... Read More →


Friday April 25, 2014 10:30am - 12:00pm MDT
Wyoming Room Little America, First Floor

10:30am MDT

The Bracelet Class: Making Designer for Less
Limited Capacity seats available

Make a fun deigner brand "knock off" bracelet for far less than the cost of buying one.

In this class you will have the choice of making one of three bracelets to keep for yourself or give as a gift.

With years of jewelry making skills under their belts, Bev and Sarah will cover basic jewelry tips and tricks, little tweaks that make a big impact in the final design, how to size bracelets for a custom fit, as well as finishing techniques.

This class will require registration. More information will be available via email.  

Speakers
avatar for Sarah (Bombshell Bling)

Sarah (Bombshell Bling)

Sarah is a full time stay-at-home-mom and a part time jewelry designer and blogger. Her blog, Bombshell Bling (formerly Craft Quickies), is a creative blog that ranges in topic from jewelry making and holiday crafts to recipes and home decor. When Sarah isn’t busy chasing children... Read More →
avatar for Bev (Flamingo Toes)

Bev (Flamingo Toes)

Bev grew up in a family of artists and seamstresses so it is no surprise that she loves to create. She began sewing as a teenager and made her own clothes and jewelry even then. That love for DIY and creating has grown to include jewelry making, sewing, embroidery, furniture refinishing... Read More →


Friday April 25, 2014 10:30am - 12:00pm MDT
Teton Little America, Second Floor

11:30am MDT

Lunch Sponsored by Darice
Friday April 25, 2014 11:30am - 1:30pm MDT
Ballroom A+B

12:00pm MDT

Wood Staining and Finishing Techniques Sponsored by Minwax
Grab your lunch and join us to listen to last year's highest rated speaker - Bruce Johnson - is back to share a beavy of basic wood staining and finishing techniques. 

Bruce will be sharing information on whether to select water or oil-based products, how your working environment can radically affect your work product, preparation and everything you need to know in staining and finishing natural wood. 

 


Speakers
avatar for Bruce Johnson (Minwax)

Bruce Johnson (Minwax)

Author-craftsman Bruce Johnson has introduced millions of do-it-yourselfers to the world of wood finishing and antique restoration. Bruce has published more than a dozen books and currently hosts two television shows on the DIY cable network. He is the spokesperson for Minwax, the... Read More →


Friday April 25, 2014 12:00pm - 1:30pm MDT
Arizona Room Little America

2:00pm MDT

Banners and Accents Sponsored by Jennifer Hadfield Home + Made
Limited Capacity seats available

Brenda is a craft industry icon. She started one of the nation's first and most successful independent craft and scrapbooking stores, Pebbles in My Pocket, which inspired a line of paper crafting supplies that continues today under the American Crafts name. 

Join Brenda in creating a beautiful decorative banner from your home and take a peek at the Jennifer Hadfield Home + Made crafting collection due out summer 2014. 

Jen is the blogger behind Tatertots & Jello, one of the most popular craft blogs online.  

Speakers
BP

Brenda (Pebbles in My Pocket)

Brenda is the founder of Pebbles Inc. and owner of Pebbles in My Pocket, one of the nation's first and most successful independent craft and scrapbook stores. Brenda's store is known throughout the industry for it's amazing creativity and inspiration, particularly its banners.


Friday April 25, 2014 2:00pm - 2:30pm MDT
Teton Little America, Second Floor

2:00pm MDT

Quilting Basics: Create a Half-Square Triangle Quilt Block
Limited Capacity seats available

Learn basic quiliting and pieceing techniques while learning how to make a mini-triangle quilt - a piece that can be used in creating a pillow cover, table runner or mini quilt. 

This class requires advanced registration. Additional information will be available to registered attendees in early April.  


Speakers
avatar for Amy (Diary of a Quilter)

Amy (Diary of a Quilter)

Amy Smart learned to sew and collect fabric from her mom but began doing both in earnest after the birth of her first child 15 years ago. She has since worked in a local fabric and quilt shop where she designed numerous quilts, taught beginning quilting classes, and petted the fabric... Read More →


Friday April 25, 2014 2:00pm - 3:15pm MDT
Olympus Room Second Floor, Little America

2:00pm MDT

Monetize your blog and increase your loyal followers with InLinkz
Learn how to efficiently use the two InLinkz tools, the Linkup tool and the Project manager, to grow and monetize your blog.

With the linkup tool, you will attract loyal readers by running blog parties and challenges where the users will feel like a part of it. Learn what works and how to get the best out of it, based on numbers drawn from from tens of millions of entries submitted so far.

The project manager will help you monetize your blog by easily connecting your project's product list to multiple affiliate networks. Make it easy for your readers to shop by providing them an easy, eye-catching way to do so.

Speakers
avatar for Aris (InLinkz)

Aris (InLinkz)

Aris Korbetis is the founder and owner of InLinkz.com, a service that provides tools for creative bloggers to monetize their blogs and increase their following. He has a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from the university of Thessaloniki, Greece and a Master's degree in Information... Read More →


Friday April 25, 2014 2:00pm - 3:30pm MDT
Wyoming Room Little America, First Floor

2:00pm MDT

Rock Your Mobile Phone Photography

Learn the ins and outs of your mobile phone and the apps worth installing. Improve imaging for social media channels, product shots and branding right from your hand held device!

Chari will also teach you how to integrate those photos for documenting life’s everyday stories and much more.


Speakers
avatar for Chari (Persnickety Prints)

Chari (Persnickety Prints)

Chari found joy in documenting through photos even as a young child. At Orchard Elementary, in the late 80’s, she took it upon herself to publish her own DIY 5th grade yearbook. Glued highlight photos taken with her 110 camera and stapled pages together. She sold the yearbook for... Read More →


Friday April 25, 2014 2:00pm - 3:30pm MDT
Idaho Room Little America

2:00pm MDT

The 3 Legal Mistakes Bloggers Make and How to Avoid Them
When blogging is an important part of your business, don’t overlook important legal tools you can use to protect your business, your brand and yourself.

This jam-packed course will cover the 3 biggest legal mistakes bloggers and creatives make and steps to take to avoid the pitfalls. We’ll talk about what you can do yourself, as well as when it is smart to bring in an attorney. You will leave with actionable items to boost your brand.
 

Speakers
avatar for Kara (LaunchHER)

Kara (LaunchHER)

A creative for life and an attorney for 12 years, Kara knows what it takes to launch and grow a business. Through her firm, LaunchHER, Kara works with creatives of all kinds and at all stages of business to grow and protect their brand with legal services, consults and legal education... Read More →


Friday April 25, 2014 2:00pm - 3:30pm MDT
Arizona Room Little America

4:00pm MDT

Get a Handle on WordPress
Speakers
avatar for Mark (ToughPress)

Mark (ToughPress)

Mark has been a WordPress blogger, nerd, and business owner since 2007. He’s built and sold three WordPress-based businesses, and his current goal is to keep your WordPress blog running smoothly while you produce beautiful content.


Friday April 25, 2014 4:00pm - 5:30pm MDT
Wyoming Room Little America, First Floor

4:00pm MDT

Skyrocketing Your Pageviews
Come listen to four bloggers whose combined pageviews reach well over 10 million each month and learn how each carved out their space in the blogosphere. In particular, learn how each quickly grew their pageviews in a short time. 


Speakers
avatar for Kristyn (Lil' Luna)

Kristyn (Lil' Luna)

Kristyn is a mother of 4, a wife, a blogger, a creator, a movie junk, and a lover of life. She started her blog, Lil' Luna, in the summer of 2010 to share her favorite craft, recipe and DIY ideas.
avatar for Melissa (No. 2 Pencil)

Melissa (No. 2 Pencil)

Melissa is a wife, a mom, and the blogger behind No. 2 Pencil. She is passionate about creating and sharing original recipes, fresh craft ideas and fun DIY projects.
avatar for Amber (Crazy Little Projects)

Amber (Crazy Little Projects)

Amber is the mom of 4 little boys, wife of one great guy and a busy body. There’s a reason why her blog is called *crazy” little projects. She don’t like to sit still and is always doing something. She loves sewing, baking, reading, doing crafts with her kids and being around... Read More →
avatar for Jessica (Mom 4 Real)

Jessica (Mom 4 Real)

Jessica is a mom on a mission to show other women that you can live well without breaking the bank. I like to share the thrifty, creative ways that I make changes in my home in the hopes that it will spark the creativity in someone else! I love to share DIY projects, crafts, simple... Read More →


Friday April 25, 2014 4:00pm - 5:30pm MDT
Idaho Room Little America

4:00pm MDT

Create a Clutch
Limited Capacity seats available

Conquer your fear of zippers and leave class with a fabulous zippered pouch! Join Melissa as she walks you through the step-by-step process of making your own embellished zippered pouch.

Learn about about interfacing, zippers, fabric and good sewing practices. You'll also pick up some great sewing tips and tricks along the way.

This class will require advance registration. Information will be provided to registered attendees in early April.  



Speakers
avatar for Melissa (Polka Dot Chair)

Melissa (Polka Dot Chair)

Melissa Mortenson considers herself lucky to be living in Kentucky. She is the girl behind the Polka Dot Chair blog and has been an avid sewist for over 25 years. She loves all things creative, diet coke, dark chocolate and leaving town whenever possible. She is the author of Project... Read More →



Friday April 25, 2014 4:00pm - 5:30pm MDT
Olympus Room Second Floor, Little America

4:00pm MDT

Painting with Milk Paint
Marian has painted just about everything. Her love for paint and old furniture lead to a paint line of her own - Miss Mustard Seed's Milk Paint. 

Check out Marian's own brand of Milk Paint, an all-natural paint containing basic ingredients, in this hands-on class. Milk paint is suitable for both interior and exterior applications and is naturally mold resistant. 

With the Milk Paint Bonding Agent you can use Milk Paint on even more surfaces such as previously painted walls, varnished surfaces, ceramic tiles, metal, glass etc.  Without the bonding agent, Milk Paint will resist some prefinished or prepainted surfaces to achieve an authentic “chippy” look.

 

Speakers
avatar for Marian (Miss Mustard Seed)

Marian (Miss Mustard Seed)

Some girls get giddy over a new pair of shoes. Marian gets giddy over room makeovers. With a lot of ingenuity, a little bit of effort, and a tight budget, she has transformed her home into a beautiful space and filled her heart with a lot more contentment. Miss Mustard Seed has grown... Read More →


Friday April 25, 2014 4:00pm - 5:30pm MDT
Teton Little America, Second Floor

4:00pm MDT

Power Tools 101 Sponsored by Ryobi

Think power tools are just for men? Think again! Meagan and Kelly are going to show you how easy it is to use the RYOBI ONE+ line. From the drill to the JobPlus™ multi-tool, there is a power tool for everyone and every DIY project.  This class will offer the opportunity for hands on demonstrations of popular ONE+ tools. 


Speakers
avatar for Kelly and Meagan (Ryobi)

Kelly and Meagan (Ryobi)

Kelly Cavan and Meagan Gambone are Marketing Managers with RYOBI Power Tools, the number one consumer power tool brand in North America. Beyond marketing RYOBI ONE+™ power tools, both ladies love having the opportunity to teach new power tool users about RYOBI tools and empower... Read More →


Friday April 25, 2014 4:00pm - 5:30pm MDT
Arizona Room Little America

6:00pm MDT

8:30pm MDT

Duck Tape Stuck at Prom (80's Style) Hosted by Jen (Tatertots & Jello) and Shelley (House of Smiths)
Get your groove on at this 80's inspired prom! 

Friday April 25, 2014 8:30pm - 9:30pm MDT
Ballroom
 
Saturday, April 26
 

8:00am MDT

Morning Break Sponsored by Thompson's Water Seal
Join us for coffee, tea, hot chocolate and a light snack before jumping into your day. 

Saturday April 26, 2014 8:00am - 9:00am MDT
Ballroom Reception Little America

8:00am MDT

Home Depot Charity Build Contest
Grab a coffee, a juice and a bite to eat and join us for the Home Depot Charity Build Contest. Five teams made up of five bloggers will go head-to-head in a fun competition. 

Each team will be given the task of preparing a piece of furniture for use in a Habitat for Humanity home. 

Team participation requires advanced participation. More information will be available on signing up in April.  

Saturday April 26, 2014 8:00am - 10:00am MDT
Ballroom A+B

8:00am MDT

Pamper Lounge Sponsored by Rust-Oleum & Cents of Style
Relax and get taken care of in the Pamper Lounge sponsored by Rust-Oleum and Cents of Style. 


Saturday April 26, 2014 8:00am - 11:15am MDT
Casper Room, First Floor Little America

8:00am MDT

Sponsor Booths
Visit with Home Depot in the Snowbasin room, or catch Cricut and Minwax in the Wasatch Room, all located on the second floor

Additional sponsors will be located in the Uintah, Sawtooth, Tuscon, Sun Valley and Flagstaff rooms on the second floor 

Saturday April 26, 2014 8:00am - 2:00pm MDT
Second Floor Little America

8:00am MDT

CJ Affiliate by Conversant Recharge Lounge
We know your fingers will be flying as you Gram, Tweet and FB images of Snap, not to mention any notetaking you might do...Recharge your mind, your body and your electronic devices in the relaxing CJ Affilliate by Conversant Recharge Lounge. 

Saturday April 26, 2014 8:00am - 6:00pm MDT
Cheyenne Room Little America

10:30am MDT

Beyond the Blog: Branching into TV, Media, and More!

Blogging has evolved over the years, bloggers are now recognized by brands, magazines, TV, media, and more.  Monica and Jess from East Coast Creative blog have taken the leap from bloggers to full-time TV Hosts for ABC/Disney.  Join this class if you want to hear their tips, lessons learned, what to expect, advice on getting an agent, how to know what’s the right path for you, how to pitch your ideas, and have a really fun time in the process!  This class will examine TV, print media, and more


Speakers
avatar for Monica and Jess (East Coast Creative)

Monica and Jess (East Coast Creative)

Monica & Jess have been best friends since they were in high school. They co-author their DIY blog East Coast Creative and host ABC/Disney’s DIY show “Knock It Off!” on The Livewell Network. Mon and Jess are passionate about showing homeowners that you don’t need to spend... Read More →


Saturday April 26, 2014 10:30am - 12:00pm MDT
Wyoming Room Little America, First Floor

10:30am MDT

Instahance Your Online Presence on Instagram

With 40 million photos uploaded every day and 8,500 likes per second, Instagram is one of the most popular social tool available. 

Join Instagram expert Susan (Freshly Picked) fresh off her winning Shark Tank appearance, to learn the ins and outs of Instagram use and how to make your photos stand out. 


Speakers
avatar for Susan (Freshly Picked)

Susan (Freshly Picked)

Susan is the CEO and founder of Freshly Picked, a moccasin company that she started after becoming frustrated by the lack of well-designed baby shoes. She now makes moccasins for the rich and famous (or at least their kids). Susan's biggest thrill is not seeing her moccasins in the glossy magazines, although that is fun, it's... Read More →


Saturday April 26, 2014 10:30am - 12:00pm MDT
Idaho Room Little America

10:30am MDT

Unlocking the Power of Pinterest
Pinterest has emerged as the power player for driving traffic to blogs, topping legacy referrers such as Google and Yahoo. 

Learn how to get the most out of your efforts on Pinterest as you explore best practices and optimize your blog for Pinterest.

Speakers
avatar for Cheryl (TidyMom)

Cheryl (TidyMom)

Online since 2002, Cheryl has been navigating the world wide web and its changes as they pertain to blogging and social media. Since the inception of TidyMom in 2008, she has worked as a Brand Ambassador for companies such as Bush’s Beans, Whirlpool, ConAgra, California Milk, Green... Read More →
avatar for Jill (One Good Thing by Jillee

Jill (One Good Thing by Jillee

Jill Nystul is the creative force behind the blog “One Good Thing by Jillee”. She launched her site in 2011 on a simple premise – to sort through the clutter of life and share one good thing with her readers each day. Millions of people now look to “Jillee” each month for... Read More →


Saturday April 26, 2014 10:30am - 12:00pm MDT
Arizona Room Little America

10:30am MDT

Advanced Wood Staining and Finishing Techniques Sponsored by Minwax
Limited Capacity seats available

Work with Bruce in this hands on class to learn more about two-tone staining, custom colors, mxing stains, faux finishes, aging techniques, polyshades and final finishing techniques.

This class will require advance registration. Information will be provided to registered attendees in early April.  

Speakers
avatar for Bruce Johnson (Minwax)

Bruce Johnson (Minwax)

Author-craftsman Bruce Johnson has introduced millions of do-it-yourselfers to the world of wood finishing and antique restoration. Bruce has published more than a dozen books and currently hosts two television shows on the DIY cable network. He is the spokesperson for Minwax, the... Read More →


Saturday April 26, 2014 10:30am - 12:00pm MDT
Teton Little America, Second Floor

10:30am MDT

Sew a Ruffle Skirt
Limited Capacity seats available

In this class taught by Katy Dill, author of the blog No Big Dill, you will be make the Coastal Curtsy skirt using Ruffle Fabric. What looks difficult and fancy is actually simple and quick (just one seam!) You'll come away with a jaw-dropping skirt fit for a wedding or a walk on the beach. 


This class requires advanced registration. More information will be available in early April.  

Speakers
avatar for Katy (No Big Dill)

Katy (No Big Dill)

Katy Dill is a wife to the great Ryan B Dill and mother to 5 girls and a boy who are her sewing muses. If all she did was create all day (sewing, baking, music on the harp, and images with her lens) with her family around her, she'd call that heaven. No big dill.


Saturday April 26, 2014 10:30am - 12:00pm MDT
Olympus Room Second Floor, Little America

12:00pm MDT

Lunch Sponsored by American Crafts
Saturday April 26, 2014 12:00pm - 2:00pm MDT
Little America

12:30pm MDT

The Best Kept Secrets in Makeup
Makeup is truly an art. Join Allure magazine's Beauty Blogger of the Year for 2013, Cara, as she teaches the best kept secrets in makeup - beauty tips that are sure to make you feel more confident and beautiful!

Speakers
avatar for Cara (Maskcara)

Cara (Maskcara)

Cara was recently named Allure magazine's Beauty Blogger of the Year for 2013. Her passion for beautyis contagious. Since beginning her blog in 2011 she has amassed an amazing following, reaching nearly 1 million viewers a month.


Saturday April 26, 2014 12:30pm - 1:45pm MDT
Ballroom C

2:00pm MDT

How to REALLY do SEO for Bloggers

While many bloggers may know about SEO and how it works, it can be difficult to really know how to take the best advantage of it. In this class, we'll quickly touch on the basics and then dive into a case study and teach you how to identify SEO opportunities to generate more traffic for your blog.


Speakers
avatar for Mitchell (Rare Media)

Mitchell (Rare Media)

Mitchell has worked in internet marketing for the last 5 years, with a focus on SEO. He founded Rare Media to help bloggers make more money from their blogs, through increased ad revenue and linking up with brands.


Saturday April 26, 2014 2:00pm - 3:30pm MDT
Arizona Room Little America

2:00pm MDT

Increase Your Pageviews with Storytelling
Brands figured out a long time ago that storytelling is one of the most effective ways to engage an audience and leave a lasting impression. 

KariAnne, Vanessa and Vivienne have learned to present a story that people can connect to. One that draws you in and leaves the reader desperate for more.

Creating that story is one of the best approaches for establishing loyal followers and brand attention. 

 

Speakers
avatar for KariAnne (Thistlewood Farms)

KariAnne (Thistlewood Farms)

KariAnne writes the lifestyle blog, Thistlewood Farms from the back porch of her turn-of-the-century farmhouse in the beautiful rolling hills of Kentucky. Thistlewood Farms was one of three blogs recently nominated for Country Living Decorating blog of the year and has been featured... Read More →
avatar for Vanessa (At the Picket Fence)

Vanessa (At the Picket Fence)

Vanessa is co-author of the blog At the Picket Fence along with her sister Heather. Her passion for sharing her heart and her home have allowed her opportunities to be featured in several publications including Good Housekeeping, Cottages and Bungalows Magazine, Celebrating Everyday... Read More →
avatar for Vivienne (The V Spot)

Vivienne (The V Spot)

Vivienne Wagner writes The V Spot, where she shares crafts, DIY projects, recipes and funny stories.  Her projects have been featured on sites like Apartment Therapy, LifeHacker and Fox News Magazine, as well as some of the most popular craft and lifestyle blogs around. She... Read More →


Saturday April 26, 2014 2:00pm - 3:30pm MDT
Idaho Room Little America

2:00pm MDT

Navigating the World of Publishing
Want to be featured in a magazine? Interested in writing a book? This is the class for you. Join magazine publisher and industry giant Jo Packham and author/blogger Gina (Shabby Creek Cottage) for this candid conversation on what it takes to navigate the world of publishing.

Speakers
avatar for Jo (Where Women Create)

Jo (Where Women Create)

Jo Packham is the creator/Editor-in-Chief of WHERE WOMEN CREATE, WHERE WOMEN COOK, and where women create BUSINESS has been a leading innovator in the handmade publishing market for more than 30 years. A successful entrepreneur with her own publishing company, WWC PRESS, she is... Read More →


Saturday April 26, 2014 2:00pm - 3:30pm MDT
Wyoming Room Little America, First Floor

2:00pm MDT

3 Projects, 4 Tools, 1 Hour Sponsored by Ryobi Tools

The possibilities are endless when it comes to DIY projects; often you just need the right tools for the job. Shanty2Chic is going to show you three easy projects you can make at home while demonstrating how power tools can be used to help complete the project more quickly. This class will offer a hands on opportunity to try the power tools you’ve seen in their blog posts.   


Speakers
avatar for Shanty 2 Chic

Shanty 2 Chic

Whitney and Ashley are two sisters from Texas.  Through their blog, Shanty-2-Chic.com, they aim to share tips, tricks and projects on how to decorate and DIY on a budget.  Their goal is to motivate readers to DIY, and they are passionate about sharing time and money saving tips along the way... Read More →


Saturday April 26, 2014 2:00pm - 3:30pm MDT
Teton Little America, Second Floor

2:00pm MDT

Pillow Covers in a Snap!
Limited Capacity seats available

Making throw pillowcases is a snap! Come learn how to sew one and create a pillowcase to keep. Several variations will be available.

You can make a basic pillowcase, a color blocked pillowcase, a buttoned up pillowcase or mix and match the options! It should be lots of fun, and every person will leave with a cute pillowcase and complimentary pillow. This is a great class for a beginner sew-er, or if you're in the mood for a nice, easy sew. 


Speakers
avatar for Delia (Delia Creates)

Delia (Delia Creates)

Delia is the author of Delia Creates, a blog about creating a beautiful yet practical handmade life. She shares weekly sewing, crocheting, recipe, and crafting inspiration. When she’s not busy taking care of her three kids, or working on her latest project, you can find her on Instagram... Read More →


Saturday April 26, 2014 2:00pm - 3:30pm MDT
Olympus Room Second Floor, Little America

4:00pm MDT

Become a Star on Google+

With more than 500 million registered users and well over 230 million active users, Google+ is becoming a key player on the social scene. 

Join Angie (Country Chic Cottage) and Lindsey (Mom it Forward)in learning how to become comfortable on the social medium that allows you to improve your SEO, make important connections and grow your influence.


Speakers
avatar for Angie (Country Chic Cottage)

Angie (Country Chic Cottage)

Angie started her blog The Country Chic Cottage over 3 years ago on a whim. She now creates daily on her blog as well as several other sites. Angie is a wife, mom to three kids, an engineer, and one crafty lady. She currently resides on a farm in Tennessee. Angie is currently on the... Read More →
avatar for Lindsey (Mom it Forward)

Lindsey (Mom it Forward)

Lindsey Miller Petersen is the Social Media and Community Manager at Mom It Forward, a digital agency and blogger network. Lindsey started in social media as an original member of the JetBlue Twitter team. Before her time in social media, Lindsey was a professional in the fine... Read More →


Saturday April 26, 2014 4:00pm - 5:30pm MDT
Idaho Room Little America

4:00pm MDT

How to Make a Full-Time Living Blogging

The class will focus on ad network strategies, Google DFP, sponsored post rates and guidelines, and how to find hidden value in sponsorship opportunities.

Note: This advanced class on earning a living blogging is best for bloggers with more than 50,000 page views a month.   


Speakers
avatar for Beckie (Infarrantly Creative)

Beckie (Infarrantly Creative)

Beckie is a tri-blogger at Infarrantly Creative, Knock off Décor and Roadkill Rescue. She lives in Indianapolis with her soulmate of almost 15 years, Tim, and her kids, Isaac (6) and Kayla (3). Beckie loves mentoring and helping bloggers make the most of their awesomeness by consulting... Read More →


Saturday April 26, 2014 4:00pm - 5:30pm MDT
Arizona Room Little America

4:00pm MDT

You Installed Google Analytics. Now What?

You have had Google Analytics installed forever because you knew you were supposed to. You like looking and seeing how many people visit your blog. But what else is there? In this class, we'll go over the basics of Google Analytics and show you what insights you can gain by just spending a small amount of time in your analytics


Speakers
avatar for Mitchell (Rare Media)

Mitchell (Rare Media)

Mitchell has worked in internet marketing for the last 5 years, with a focus on SEO. He founded Rare Media to help bloggers make more money from their blogs, through increased ad revenue and linking up with brands.


Saturday April 26, 2014 4:00pm - 5:30pm MDT
Wyoming Room Little America, First Floor

4:00pm MDT

Open Sew with Simple Simon and Co.
Limited Capacity seats available

Join the Elizabeth and Liz for a little "play time" on the Baby Lock machines. Come check out the machines and sew a few (or a lot) of stitches! 

Speakers
avatar for Elizabeth (Simple Simon and Co.)

Elizabeth (Simple Simon and Co.)

Elizabeth is a wife and mother to three. She first learned to sew as a teenager and then picked it back up as an adult after having her second child. She loves vintage patterns, especially children's patterns.
avatar for Liz (Simple Simon and Co.)

Liz (Simple Simon and Co.)

Liz is a wife and mother of three who has a passion for sewing. In addition to sewing, she loves Dr.Pepper, drawing, staying up late reading, watching old TV shows on Netflix, painting, the smell of pumpkins, thrift store shopping, home grown tomatoes, virgin mint juleps, pearl necklaces... Read More →


Saturday April 26, 2014 4:00pm - 5:30pm MDT
Olympus Room Second Floor, Little America

6:00pm MDT

Closing Dinner and Yearbook Signing
Saturday April 26, 2014 6:00pm - 7:30pm MDT
Ballroom
 
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