Glittefest!

 

Hello!

Long time no write, I know, but with all of the social media out there I do not know where this blog fits in.  Please leave a comment if you were here, so we know who is out there!

 

These are the Glitterfest Fall winners for the most "BOOTIFUL BOOTH!".  We give out awards at every Glitterfest.  So many of the artists go above and beyond on their booths , we just had to recognize them for all of their efforts!

 

 

 Priscilla Magdaleno and Becky Wimbs-These lovely ladies are so talented and sooooo nice!  They always pack their space with sparkling magic!  We love them both and are so happy they continue to join us for Glitterfest!

 The folks from Meyer Imports!  They continually provide Glitterfest shoppers with the best glitter in the universe!  It looks so yummy you want to dive in and play in it!

Deb Ward Kennedy of HOMEWARD found had the most amazing waterfall of sweater pumpkins and décor!  I believe it was her parents there helping as well!  Deb dressed the part too, which is always fun and appreciated!  This was her first Glitterfest.  We hope she will join us again!

 

For everyone that joined us for Glitterfest, Thank you!  It was a wonderful day full of art, fun and sparkling laughter!  For those that missed out, please plan to join us on March 15, 2014 for our next Artful Occasion!

Halloween!

Whimzy! is now officially in "Halloween" mode. Stop in and see what creepy, fun, bewitchedness awaits you!

Get them before the disappear!

HAPPY HALLOWEEN!

Collage Couture with Julie Nutting

Whimzy was very pleased to have artist Julie Nutting in the house on Saturday! Julie came to teach her "Collage Couture" art tags to a fabulous group of students! As always, Julie was full of hints, tips and techniques! She had a bevy of tools and trinkets with her, and is so very "go with the flow"!

Shading makes quite a difference!

Personal touches are a "must"!  This also helps those that are unfamiliar with using art materials get comfy!

Julie demonstrates how to create hair.

Her students created 2 different tags in the course of 3 hours. I have to say, the best part is watching the group start out with all the same materials, but by the time they are finished each person has put their own mark on the project!

One of the finished tags!

Everyone learned something, had a great time, and made tags and friends along they way!

And we ALWAYS have something delectable to snack on!

Whimzy! offers all kinds of artful classes monthly!  To register for some of your own creative time go to www.VintageWhimzy.com

Special Saturday Spectacular!

Artist Julie Nutting joined us for a class last Saturday!  Let me tell you this lady is FABULOUS!  We had a full house and so much fun creating her "Collage Couture" canvas piece!  The girls learned so much.  Everyone came out with a truly original piece of work!


Julie now has a book!  I was lucky enough to have a moment to browse through it during class.  It is chock full of her creations as well as instructions.  I had no idea how many of these gorgeous collages she has done!  Each with it's very own feeling.  The colors are marvelous!  The subjects are beautiful!  Julie is amazing!  Click  here  to take a closer look!


Whimzy will be ordering a batch for the store!  Stop in to add this distinctly different artist to your collection!

New @ WHIMZY!

New items to tempt you!  Stop in soon for the best selection!

 These are wonderful brightly colored vocab cards.  Great on a card of your own, as a tag, or in a collage!

We have all kinds of new ephemera!  Dianne is an expert a finding unique vintage goodies!

These beauties are little natural paper journals!  Hand stitched and cover in corrugated  paper.  How about having one done up for each season?  Jot some notes, sketch some images, tack in some goodies?

OR

You can join us on June 18th for a Coptic Journal class with Jenelle and learn to make your own!  Click here to register!

We always enjoy seeing you!  Come by and say "Hi!". 

Sherri the Fairy Queen visits Whimzy!

 Last weekend the talented  Sherri Baldy visited Whimzy!  

Sherri taught her "fairy Crown" class!

 Sherry demonstrated how to create the base

Everyone then started to decorate their fairy crowns. 

Each was different and truly lovely!

Aren't they fabulous!  Cheryl, Marilyn, Sherri, Andrea, Terry, Kim and Cyndy!  

Each with their crowns and goody bags!

And you know the best part?  We laughed and giggled and now have new friends!

Later that day.........!

Kim, Cheryl and I had a flag twirling moment!  Just for fun!

If you are interested in a class with Sherri, you can find her online class info here!

She will be with us at Glitterfest on March 19th!

More Estate Treasure!

 Is this frame not adorable?!  It stands only 3" tall!  I am sure I could find someone fabulous to put into it!  I tried to stick it into my pocket more than once on Sunday!
Needless to say, I got caught!  My bad luck is your gain.......if you hurry!

This porcelain crown is a treasure unto itself!  It is in magnificent condition and looking for a good home.....

This unique item is a glass hand sculpture.  It is signed and really beautiful!  It could make a fabulous paperweight!

These are just some of the unusual findings now at Whimzy!  Come in and see for yourself!  If it has been a month since you have given yourself a present,  now's the time to shop!

Jenny's Cheeky Bluebirds!

Saturday, Whimzy! was lucky to play host to Jenny Hernandez, the Polka Dot Pixie!  She brought all her artful goodies with her to teach a class on paper-clay sculpting.  Here are some photos of the FUN!

 This is Rita Reade (artist & student) and me having a little fun with the cupcakes!

 

Here the students learn to cover the forms of the birds with clay and mold details-

 Here is a peek at the kits Jenny brought for each student!  They get goody bags from Whimzy! too!

Jenny is truly a talented artist!  She is organized, patient, and knows just how to explain each step!

 Next comes the painting stage!

  Birds are almost complete!  Cute, huh!

The base is readied!

And Viola!

Jenny will be returning to Glitterfest in March and we are currently working on more classes too!  Click here to register for classes at Whimzy!

Robin Dudley Howes Artist of Found Treasures

Robin came to Whimzy! on Sunday to share the making of her gorgeous tube earrings! 

She is a wonderful teacher-very patient and extremely knowledgeable.  Each pair of earrings came out perfect and each pair had personality of its own.

 She brought new tools to many of us as well as an assortment of pieces and parts.  Robin has an easy way about her.  She uses terms that are simple to remember.

All in all it was a very successful day!  How often do you come out with vintage style earrings, new friends AND amazing homemade cookies?

Robin will be back with us on October 2nd at GLITTERFEST as well as teaching with us again on October 9th for the Chandelier Drop Necklace!  Visit VintageWhimzy to learn more!

Totally Tubular Earrings with Robin Dudley-Howes

On Sunday, August 8th Robin will be joining us at Whimzy! Come and create these beautiful tubular earrings.  Robin is one of our Glitterfest artists and has been teaching for years.  She knows all the ins & outs of wire wrapping & jewelry design. 

For just $55.00 you can learn these techniques so you can create earrings of your own.  Perfect for gift giving! This class has a few openings left.  Bring something special to fill your earrings with!  Maybe the birth date of a loved one, an anniversary, a favorite quote, or a wedding date for a new bride!

  Click here to register!

Something Sweet to Wash All that Glitter Down!

     We have THE most wonderful cupcakes at Glitterfest!  Tastebuds in Costa Mesa hosts the cupcake extravaganza at our event!  Owner Annie Morganand her staff create these tasty wonders on site.
A true artist, the flavor combinations are developed just days before.   Always especially delectable-Annie puts her own twist on each recipe.  This year Glitterfest  was given a sparkly cupcake of it's own!

Can't get enough of that SPARKLE!

More delicious photos of Glitterfest!  Enjoy! top to bottom: Lisa Loria's Bling Babies, Michelle Legler's Mosaic Cupcakes, Kerry Schmidt's Zombie Flower, Whimzy's Decorations, Suzy Scott's Paper Creations, our Mailing list Mannequin,  Crowns by Sherry Baldy, the Elk's magnificent vintage Chandelier!