The Pink Parlour Festival!

It's so rare for me to actually post, but our most recent show at the Pink Parlour Festival located at the Santa Anita Race Track in Pasadena, CA really got me inspired and I wanted to share.

The Pink Parlour Festival is a wonderful and fun event that celebrates women in crafts.  I want to share the first paragraph from their website, "The Pink Parlour Festival, is a unique one-of-a-kind event that caters to women of all ages. This festival was conceived with the purpose of celebrating the creativity of women. Our objective is to unite women, while bringing together the collections that they create. These include artists such as crafters, visual artists, and performing artists amongst others. Many additional attractions also include musical performances, a fashion show spotlighting young, "Up 'n' Coming" designers, children's activities, along with the excitement of horse racing, concession foods to fine dining and so much more!"

Of course I was there with my craftin' other half, Leanne Poe, as well as our wonderfully and talented friend Jenny Chen of Sesame Bijoux.  This was a new adventure for myself and Leanne and we endured some sleepless nights handcrafting items to sell at the show.  Unfortunately, those sleepless nights didn't include the planning of the look of our booth and we ended up with a very humble and simple set up of tables with black table cloths.   We were so incredibly fortunate in the location of our booth.  We had three sides wide open with a view of the stage and all the fantastic entertainment of the day.  We attended the show as customers once before and fell in love with it.  This time we were a part of it and had just as much fun!  We recommend this show to anyone who can attend.  Everyone that attended said that it was a blast!  Leanne, myself, and Jenny will definitely be there next year and we'll be better prepared :) LOL! Sleepless nights are no bueno and we don't plan to do that again!

Here are some pictures of the items I had for sale...

These are my vintage inspired gift tags.  All tag shapes were cut by hand and not with a die.  The dress form images are from Lost Coast Designs Mannequins rubber stamp set.  I used my Copics W1 and W3 for the inside shading and C1 and C3 the outer shading as well as Vintage Photo Distress Ink to age.  The edge of the tag is also distressed to add age.  The bodice of the mannequins are all paper pieced with the backside of the patterned paper. 

  Here are my accompanying 4x4 vintage inspired frames...

 

  This little scene is completely paper pieced in several layers.  It is laid out on a flat surface wood frame and treated with Mod Podge.  The wonderful little creatures are my favorite critters from The Greeting Farm: Forest Friends. 

  With these next set of frames I highlighted Gorjuss stamps...one of my absolute favorite artists, Suzanne Woolcott, is the creative hand behind these images.  All images have been colored with Copic Sketch markers :)

The last bit of of my focus was a bit more retro.  I'm so bummed I didn't have time to finish more product with this theme! Both of the frames below were the first to sell. yaye!

And yes, as I said...humble little booth with tables and black table cloths :)

So there you have it! Hope you like :) I'll be sharing some more handmade stuff soon!

Aloha always,
hapagirlren

Come see us in Carson, CA!

WHAT?! A post from moi? I know it's another small miracle, but there's exciting news to share.



The time is here again for the Original Rubber Stamp Convention in Carson, CA.  Leanne & I will be partnering with Kathy of Pixie Boutique again and we are stoked!  We'd love for you to come visit us again if you're in the neighborhood.  We will have lots of rubber stamps for you to purchase from a few of our favorite companies.  Back by popular demand, we will have the lovable rubber stamps from La-La Land Crafts and The Greeting Farm!!  Both companies introduced and added some really cute rubber stamps to their collections at CHA and we got 'em!

Leanne & I are also happy to introduce two new companies: Sister Stamps and Sparkle Creations Rubber Stamps!!  We are elated to be able to introduce these two new stamp companies to the community.  THEY ARE ADORABLE!

Our booth will be located in the back of the main hall in between Stampers Anonymous and Magenta.  We are planning to have make & takes (limited supply) and some other goodies to purchase so make sure you come early and bring your friends and family!  The more the merrier!  Oh and one more thing, we'd appreciate it if you could save your cash for our booth (or pay thru PayPal on site) :)

Here are the details of the show taken from the website:

2012 Spring Rubber Stamp Convention at the Carson Community Center

Saturday, March 10th: 9am - 4pm

Sunday, March 11th: 10am - 3pm

Carson Community Center

3 Civic Plaza Drive

Carson, CA. 90745

Admission:

$6 per day

$8 for a 2-day Pass

Children under 12 yrs old - FREE

Free parking

Refreshments available

So if you're in the area and need a day of craft shopping or need to replenish your craft supplies head on over to the 2012 SRSC at the Carson Community Center.   Some of you may remember, we were outside in the brrrrrrr....weather at the November show.  This time we look forward to seeing you INSIDE and out of the elements! WHoo hoo!!

Aloha,
Renate'

Stamp Show ANNOUNCEMENT!!

Hello Friends! 

Renate & Leanne chiming in to share some exciting news.  We are happy to be joining our friends, Kathy & Elise of Pixie Boutique at The Original Rubber Stamp Convention this weekend in Carson, California.  If you are in the area we would love for you to stop by and visit us.  

November 12 & 13

Saturday, 9am - 4pm

Sunday, 10am - 3pm

Carson Community Center

3 Civic Plaza Drive

Carson, CA. 90745

$6/day

$8/ 2-day pass

Children under 12 free

Free parking

If you're looking for that perfect gift for Christmas or want to add to your La-La Land Crafts collection we will have a nice selection of recent and past collections, including the October & November releases.  Plus we plan to have a bargain bin full of crafty deals.

We have three fun Make & Takes featuring Sunny Christmas Marci, Sunny Christmas Luka and the beautiful Angel Marci for a minimal fee, but sooo worth it. 

Schedule of Make & Takes:

Saturday: Sunny Christmas Luka ornament & Angel Marci Christmas card

Sunday: Sunny Christmas Marci tag

Our booth will be one of the six sorry souls left out in the cold garden area so we would love some company to heat us up and if you bring us some Coffee Bean we'll give you big giant squeezes.  (hehe)

For all the information on the convention please visit A Stamp in the Hand website.  If you can't make it please send us lots of sunshine and well wishes.  It's supposed to rain, but I think with all the La-La Land Crafts friends sending us lots of sunshiney thoughts the sun will have to come out!  :)

Thanks!!

Renate & Leanne

A Birthday Bookcard for Dollie :)

Hello!  I'm trying very hard to actually add posts to my blog on a regular basis...I'M SO PROUD of myself! LOL! because...here's another one! WHOO HOO!

Ok, so, I struggle making single greeting cards but thrive on big projects like weddings and parties.  This is a project I LOVE to do; I call it a bookcard.  I made a little slide show of the bookcard I made for a friend last year to celebrate her 40th birthday.  There was a huge group of beautiful women that gathered for dinner and drinks and we had a blast.  As a group we pitched in and bought her a sweet Louie Vuitton purse and I thought it would be incredible to try to contact everyone on the guest list and have them participate in a group "bookcard".  

This means I have to contact many people and request a birthday message and a picture.  It sounds kind of easy, but on average I end up having to contact more than half the people on the list at least three times to finally get the info and sometimes I have to go on FB and just steal that dang pictures!!  Then I have to type up all the messages, choose the appropriate fonts for each individual's page, print the messages and pictures, and then cut them all out.  Let me tell you...this is a HECK of a lot of work and every time I decide to make one...the sleepless nights make me doubt my judgement.   But then I get to witness how the end result brings such a smile to the recipient that makes it all worth while.

The color theme of the bookcard would be purple, as it's Dollie's favorite color, and the shape of the card would be a purse to fit in with our group gift.  I hope the slide show is tolerable.  I never know how large or fast I should make it go :)

Aloha!
Ren

La-La Land Crafts Blog Hop!

2011 Birthday Blog Hop--August 24th, 2:00am PST


It's celebration time! Happy birthday to La-La Land Crafts Marci & Luka who just turned ONE on August 1!!! I'm super happy to be a part of this wonderful family...I'm like a proud Auntie! LOL!   Even though I may be the auntie that no one wants to leave their kids with...hehehehe...because I think it's fun to do all the things mom and dad say NOT to do :)


We want to thank each and every one of our customers for your continued excitement and support as we celebrate this amazing milestone! We couldn’t have done it without you, and we want you all to know…YOU ROCK!!

Are you ready for some birthday FUN?! I am! It's my very first Blog Hop and I feel like its my first day of school.  I don't know why it feels different than any other time I've posted...but it does.  Even all the blog language always has to be explained to me by my crafting bud, Leanne:  Blog Hop, Blog Candy, DT...I'm telling you...it's a whole other language!

Anyway, to celebrate this momentous occasion, La-La Land Crafts has a special surprise for you!! They’ve brought back some La-La Land Crafts...SWEET!

In addition to the extended family blog hop gathering, La-La Land Crafts is offering up a HUGE BLOG CANDY for this exciting event.

Take a look at this prize package listed below or click HERE to see it!!
 
This Blog Candy contains the following:
~ Set of 12 Copic Markers in NEW 2011 colors
~ Set of Spica Pens
~ Pack of X-Press Blending Cardstock
~ New Scor-pal and pack of Scor-Tape
 ~ 3 sets of 12x12 Basic Grey Collections paper packs
~ $20 gift certificate to the La-La Land Crafts Store

To be eligible for this FABULOUS blog prize, you must follow these 3 easy rules:

1. Become a follower and/or subscribe to the La-La Land Crafts Blog .
2. Display a picture of our Blog Candy on your blog with a link back to THIS POST.

**if you don’t have a blog, please spread the word

3. Leave one comment on the La-La Land blog after completing the blog hop answering this question:

“Which stamp used on the projects in this hop is your favorite?”

You have until August 31st to leave your answer in the La-La Land Crafts Blog comment section (one comment only please).  The winner’s name will be drawn on September 3rd.

Now let’s hop around!!

La-La Land DT
Becca ~ http://beccascraftycorner.blogspot.com
Cindy ~ http://cindyhaffnerscorner.blogspot.com
Jana ~ http://stampwithjana.blogspot.com
Jeanette ~ http://jeanette-happythoughtsinkspots.blogspot.com
Karen ~ http://reallifeinpictures.blogspot.com
Kim ~ http://craftymakes.blogspot.com
Rosemary ~ http://rosemaryscreations.blogspot.com
Sandie ~ http://sandieshores.blogspot.com
Trisha ~ http://tbearstouch.blogspot.com

Alumni/Friends
1 Luvn Mama ~ http://luvnthejourney.blogspot.com
Alice ~ http://aliceslittlewonderland.blogspot.com
Cheryl ~ http://inktrap.blogspot.com
Eva ~ http://evafromca.blogspot.com
Jan ~ http://jans-gonestampin.blogspot.com
Jennie ~ http://jenniebstampin.blogspot.com
Kim ~ http://piggyandminniemouse.blogspot.com
Leanne ~ http://liloshaggymoto.blogspot.com
Maureen ~ http://mycasestudies.blogspot.com
Pops ~ http://popscards.blogspot.com
Renate ~ http://hapagirlren.blogspot.com
Shantaie ~ http://www.inkingpink.com
Arlene ~ http://butterflykisseswithlove.blogspot.com
LLLC -- please leave one comment and let us know your favorite stamp from the hop!

If you get lost along the way just head back to Becca's blog and start from there.


So...here is my contribution to this wonderful celebration.  My apologies to Luka...but one project was really plenty of work for me :)

 The letters are from Joann's.  The paper is from DCWV's Whimsy Stack.

Of course, I have to include my favorite lil' Panda

Here is Darling Marci...sittin' pretty ;)

 

Yes, I love critters...so here is cute little Tuffy!

 Mermaid Marci floatin' in da C...

And last but not least, Birthday Marci...

I'm going to do my best and remember what Copic Markers I used for each letter.  Typical new blogger blunder...I just colored and colored and didn't make a list of what I used! AHH! LOL! When I remember, I promise to edit this post and include the info. 

(OK! Here are the Copics I used...Hair: Blonde - Y02, Y11, YR21, YR24.  Brown - E31, E33, E35.  Panda - C1, C3, C5.  Skin - E00 & E02, E51 & E53.  Cheeks - R11.  Pink Dress - R81, R83, R85.  Blue Green Dress - BG0000, BG01, G00, G02, G07) I think that was it :)

Much aloha everyone! Next La-La Land family member to HOP to is Shantaie.  And when you are all done hoppin' around, don't forget to go follow those steps mentioned above to get yer candy on!

Mahalo!
Renate'

Safari Madness!

Hi all! I'm finally posting something! LOL! My crafting buddy Leanne and I have been delving into custom invitations under the team name "Yumi & Fumi" (our Japanese middle names).  This is our first full fledged team effort and it was created for an 8th grade class graduation party.  We really had a good time doing this and we were very happy with the results.  The giraffe, lion, and elephant are from Stamps by Judith and the sweet lil' hangin' monkey is from the Recollections Clear Stamp Set, Zoo-licious from Michael's.  The base paper is Neenah Desert Storm and the inks are Memento and Tim Holtz's Distress Ink and Copic Markers.  The leaf punches are from Punch Bunch and I'm a HUGE fan of my trusty ol' Tonic scissors. OH! OH! And some of my favorite stamps in the whole wide world are created by Suzanne Woolcott.  We used two of her rubber stamps for our little "Yumi & Fumi" signature because it just looked like the two of us!

We did so many different things on this invite...I don't know that I remember all of it! LOL! Well, I just wanted to share our project with you.  I took pictures throughout the process so you could see the work we put in.

I tried to use "slide" to show you the pix, but I was bummed when I couldn't figure out how to add music.  So, I also tried iMovie but the photo quality is low.  Both are included below.  My suggestion is hit the play on the movie and watch the SLIDE show below...it has a MUCH better quality view.    Hope you like...xoxo

Here is my "slide"show...

Everything grows better with love...

Nothing could be more true, right!? Everything DOES grow better with love.

It's been so exciting getting to see each of the new La-La Land Crafts   Summer 2011 Collection creations! With each new introduction, my smile got bigger! I thought for my first day out with the summer crew that I would work with Marci with Flower.  Here she is!

I used my trusty Copic markers to color Marci in:
Hair: E40, E42
Skin: E51, E53 (cheeks R20 )
Shirt: R81, R83, R85
Denim Capris: B93, B95, B97
Flower pot: E04, E07, E09
Outer Shading: C1, C3
I also used Copic Atyou Spica glitter pens on he hair ties, flower, and garden tool.

The paper used for the scalloped oval and first light blue layer is from DCWV Garden Party.  The white card stock is my go-to Neenah white.  The very slightly visible second rectangle layer is from the DCWV Citrus stack and the actual card is also Neenah.  Both ovals are from Spellbinders and I'm sorry, I can't say where I got all the flowers because I have a wonderful HUGE bin of assorted flowers that I get to dig into.

So, there you have it! I hope she makes you smile...because really...that is truly the purpose for me to make anything and everything...smiles.

Aloha always,
Renate'