Taking a break...but first pictures of T&T2

It is time for me to take a little break from the world of blogging (not that I am very faithful at it) but nonetheless, it is always on my to do list and I become anxious over not having posted or forgot to take pictures of certain things....so for now I am going to sign off for awhile - I need a little time of reflection, direction and a dream---But I did want to show you pictures of our wonderful day at my home for Tidbits and Tassels 2. The weather was beautiful, the ladies were wonderful and the weekend was memorable...So here are some pictures of this wonderful time of gathering, creating, laughing and well just having fun!! (these are in no particular order!!)

I'll be back soon....you can find me on facebook--just ask to be my friend and of course I will accept. Until next time....Blessings,

Quick trip to Abilene...

Whirlwind week...Tidbits and Tassels 2 was awesome! I had planned to post earlier this week after I had caught up the daily as I had been creating with some wonderful women during the weekend....but instead of catching up on the daily, I needed to head out west (no problem for me.. I love the wide open spaces, the big Sky, the great people) to ACU to move Morgan from one apartment to another one (back on Campus, YEAH!!) So I returned last night after being gone for several days...So now I need to catch up on the daily.... I promise I will post about our awesome weekend!!! And there will be pictures, Savannah took over 200 (My friend, Jodie, advise --if you take a bunch, you're bound to have a few good ones).

While in Abilene, I met with one of the most awesome women, Roxanne. She is one of the gals putting together a most wonderful weekend in Abilene - High Cotton Art Camp Please go check it out. Registration is ending September 15th!! Hurry and join us as we celebrate all things creative!!

Tidbits and Tassels 2 post and pics coming soon! Until then,....

Blessings

**Here's a glimpse of downtown Abilene

Tidbits and Tassels - just around the corner.

Finishing final touches, gathering goodies, preparing treats, cleaning (better finish this post so I can be ready!!)....I can hardly wait for our Art Retreat this weekend!! It is coming up in just 4 short days. There are such wonderful, talented and most definitely, fun ladies who are coming from as far as Ohio, Pennsylvania and Louisiana and as close as Dallas and all points in between! It will be a great time of creativity, fun, food and friendship. Be sure to check back for the post- T & T pics and stories.!!

**** Don't forget to register for High Cotton Art Camp in Abilene in October. Check out their blog for more details . I am looking forward to teaching and speaking there. It will be an incredible weekend...Hope to see you there!!***

Until next time,

Blessings

High Cotton...

I want to share the exciting news about High Cotton Art Camp (for grown up girls). I will be one of 8 teachers teaching during this fabulous weekend. I am also honored to share this time with 7 incredibly talented women. Our weekend takes place in the fabulous west Texas town of Abilene. It is an awesome place. Just 3 hours west of Dallas, you will see wide open spaces and a sky that goes on forever. There are 3 awesome godly women who are putting this whole art retreat experience together. They give all the glory to God for their creativity and then want to encourage women to pursue their creative talents. There will be workshops, shopping, dining, and just a whole lot of goodness. Check out their blog by clicking on the button on the side bar and then ...Please Join me October 15th and 16th for a Cotton Pickin' good time...(couldn't resist that one)

Blessings,

Chantal

My first blog banner..

A new blog banner! Thanks to Jeff Arnold for a wonderful photo shoot here at home and in the studio..I was able to actually have a few pictures with my eyes open and mouth shut (well, just not talking but still showing a smile). And a thank you to Savannah, (my 16 year old) who walked (actually stood beside me) through photoshop to make a banner....So Fun!!

Recently, I was in need of some pictures of me to send to the places that I will be teaching. So I began to scour iphotos...My family loves candid pictures but those are not always the most flattering(maybe the most funny...). Little does the family know that many pictures (with me) have been deleted or cropped...I believe I have "rapid blinking syndrome"...In fact the best pictures are the ones with my sunglasses....But that was not requested. So my son suggested Jeff Arnold (He was our children's media pastor up until recently) to come and do a photoshoot...He was willing and the timing was perfect! It was a great reason to get a few outfits and have alot of fun! I will be updating profile pics everywhere..did you know that my FB picture is only 5 years old!!!

Jeff and his wife, Sara, were so fun and truly captured what I had always hoped to look like...He also loved my studio and didn't comment on the amount of stuff but thought everything was cool, especially the ribbon wall!! Here are a few pictures from that fun night...Hope you enjoy!

Blessings-

P.S. I will be showing more pictures but want to savor all of them..until next time..

Only 4 more days to....

(Mom and I at TPC Sawgrass in Florida--yes, I am wearing heels)

Register!! There are only a few spots left for our Tidbits and Tassels Art Retreat!! Join us for a great time of friendship, laughter and inspiration!! See you soon!

Blessings--

Tidbits and Tassels 2 - August 27-28, 2010

Only a few more spots left....registration will close on July 30th. We hope to see you here for a fabulous weekend!! See my earlier posts for details....But here it is in short version:

Friday, August 27th - Dinner at my home

Sit, Stitch and Swap - a small embroidery sample with a twist.

Saturday, August 28th - Morning Delights

Le Petit Sac - an altered tote bag taught by Maryse Henry

Lunch

Pocketful of Posies - a lesson in paper flowers and collage

Afternoon delights

All of this for $70.00 - Just click on Paypal for registration/payment. I will be emailing everyone in August for all the details on swaps, hotels, shopping, etc...

Can't wait to see y'all - Until then,

Blessings