We couldn't think of a better way to tell you about this event other than to interview those who were actually there. Find out what products were hot, who had the best booth set-ups, which designers were there and much more!
Shannon
Buyer, 5th year attending Creativation
What products were the show favorites that everyone was going crazy about at Creativation 2020?
The items that stick out in my mind are:
1) Tonic Craft Tidy
2) Sizzix Switch
3) Tim Holtz Deckle Trimmer
4) Wendy Vecchi Mini Stay-tion
5) Tim Holtz Ink Pad storage tin
6) Dylusions paints in bottles with cap down
7) Dina Wakley Media Gloss Spray
What new product did you find most exciting?
Sizzix Switch – this will be great for using the steel rule dies!
(Shannon posing at the very colorful Sizzix booth.)
What booth had the best set up? Why?
Doodlebug. They had a great setup. So colorful and they had an ice-cream cart. The colors are amazing, and it was just a happy booth to be in.
(Doodlebug with their eye-catching display.)
Busiest/most popular booth at Creativation in your opinion?
Ranger. They are always jam packed. With all the designers demoing they always draw a crowd.
(Dyan Reaveley demoing products to her fans.)
Explain the enamel pins…why were enamel pins so big at this event?
The past few years this has been a big deal. With the new Stamping Village especially. It is just something fun that the vendors have started doing. Everyone wants to collect all the flair. The past few years the vendors have even made pins to go with collections. Lawn Fawn, Doodlebug, Concord & 9th and Hero Arts are just a few. People just like the collecting aspect. It’s fun to walk up to someone and ask "which pins do you have?" Then if you don’t have that one, you want to go to their booth to get it. A great way for the vendors to also get retailers in their booth.
(A lanyard full of enamel pins is a sign of a successful day at Creativation!)
Biggest Creativation 2020 takeaway?
The amount of effort and time taken by the Exhibitors to create beautiful booths, and project inspiration. It just shows that we are an industry that does love what we do. That everyone still puts 150% effort into making it nice for those coming to see the new products. You don’t leave feeling let down. You can go back and have lots of education and inspiration.
(A few more booths that stood out this year. Can they stage our houses next please?!)
Tessa
Sales Support Supervisor, 1st time attending Creativation
What products were the show favorites that everyone was going crazy about at Creativation 2020?
There was a lot of buzz about the cosplay paint that came out!
There was a lot of buzz about the cosplay paint that came out!
Any new trends you see emerging in the next year?
It seems like cosplay could be taking off and enamel pins are still a huge hit.
Any new project ideas you left wanting to try? If so, from who?
I always want to try what I see because it is all so great! People are so creative!
What new product did you find most exciting?
I really liked Tonic Studios’ new scrap caddy. Super convenient.
(We can always spot out Tonic Studios with their beautiful pop of orange!)
(We can always spot out Tonic Studios with their beautiful pop of orange!)
What booth had the best set up? Why?
Notions and I really thought Doodlebug had a cute set up.
(20 years of Doodlebug cuteness!)
Busiest/most popular booth at Creativation in your opinion?
Stampers village had a lot of traffic.
For those who weren’t able to attend Creativation this year, what was something cool that happened?
Ranger has a VIP event that I got to attend. It was really cool to meet the designers in person.
Explain the enamel pins…why were enamel pins so big at this event?
I think people enjoy showing off their flare and pin trading. I know I did!
Did you meet any new designers at Creativation? If so, who?
Dyan Reaveley and Wendy Vecchi from Ranger.
(Tracy, Tessa and Shannon posing with designers Dyan Reaveley and Wendy Vecchi.)
(Tracy, Tessa and Shannon posing with designers Dyan Reaveley and Wendy Vecchi.)
Anything surprising about Creativation 2020?
Since it was my first year attending the whole experience was a surprise. I really had a nice time getting to know the customers.
Biggest Creativation 2020 takeaway?
There is still a ton of support from the vendors to the industry and Notions.
Laura
Sales Rep, 5th year attending Creativation
Sales Rep, 5th year attending Creativation
What products were the show favorites that
everyone was going crazy about at Creativation 2020?
Lawn Fawn was the buzz talk in the Stamping Village. Also, a lot of chatter about the new Sizzix Stitch Machine.
Lawn Fawn was the buzz talk in the Stamping Village. Also, a lot of chatter about the new Sizzix Stitch Machine.
What booth had the best set up? Why?
We R Memory Keepers always has a huge impressive
booth with many stations for demos. First rate booth.
Busiest/most popular booth at Creativation in
your opinion?
Ranger… Tim Holtz.
(The awesome Tim Holtz demoing his products.)
(The awesome Tim Holtz demoing his products.)
Explain the enamel pins…why were enamel pins so
big at this event?
People love to collect and show off
how many they have. Plus it brings them
into the booth. You should have to earn
the pin by asking about our business instead of a basket that anyone can take.
Did you meet any new designers at Creativation?
If so, who?
(Have you met Bob?) The Bob Ross cut-out was in our booth throughout
the show. People were taking selfies
with him!
(The Dynamic Duo–our Sales Rep Laura and the man himself, Bob Ross!)
(Lindsay gave us permission to use this selfie with Bob from her Instagram, @shrimpsaladcircus. Thanks Lindsay, we love it!)
Tracy
Sales Rep, 4th year attending Creativation
Sales Rep, 4th year attending Creativation
What products were the show favorites that
everyone was going crazy about at Creativation 2020?
New Cup/Bag holder from Tonic (replaces Scrap-ma-Bob that sold so well), also the fruit slices from Dress My Crafts
New Cup/Bag holder from Tonic (replaces Scrap-ma-Bob that sold so well), also the fruit slices from Dress My Crafts
Any new trends you see emerging in the next
year?
There were more new items for molds released this year so making your
own and DIY is still trending.
What new product did you find most exciting?
We were pretty excited for the new machine from Sizzix – Big Shot Switch (not
available until June though)
What booth had the best set up? Why?
I never
left the booth much so I can’t honestly answer this question. But we LOVED the wall that ArtBin had – it
was backlit and very cool!
(You couldn't miss ArtBin's booth even if you tried.)
(You couldn't miss ArtBin's booth even if you tried.)
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Busiest/most popular booth at Creativation in
your opinion?
Probably American Crafts because they house so many brands! And
then Ranger when the designers were all there doing demos.
Explain the enamel pins…why were enamel pins so
big at this event?
They are a
collector item and store owners were determined to fill their lanyards with the
newest pins from this show!
(Tracy and Shannon with our friend Simon Hurley.)
Kelly
Sales Manager, 12th year at Creativation
What products were the show favorites that everyone was going crazy about at Creativation 2020?
Paint and technique kit by Plaid used for CosPlay.
Busiest/most popular booth at Creativation in your opinion?
Ranger and Notions.
(All hands on deck for this show. The Sales Reps and Buyers were so happy to see everyone at the booth!)
And there you have it! All the inside scoop about Creativation 2020 you needed in your life. If this sparked an interest in possibly attending Creativation 2021, head to their official website for more information. http://www.creativationshow.org/
Shop what's new here!
P.S. Happy Galentine's Day to all the ladies out there! Let's support each other, believe in each other and encourage each other every day!
Sales Manager, 12th year at Creativation
What products were the show favorites that everyone was going crazy about at Creativation 2020?
Paint and technique kit by Plaid used for CosPlay.
Busiest/most popular booth at Creativation in your opinion?
Ranger and Notions.
(All hands on deck for this show. The Sales Reps and Buyers were so happy to see everyone at the booth!)
And there you have it! All the inside scoop about Creativation 2020 you needed in your life. If this sparked an interest in possibly attending Creativation 2021, head to their official website for more information. http://www.creativationshow.org/
Shop what's new here!
P.S. Happy Galentine's Day to all the ladies out there! Let's support each other, believe in each other and encourage each other every day!
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