Getting it Together

Well,
We  have been working very hard on the shoppe for the last week and it is coming along nicely!  There is nothing like shifting and moving everything around to inspire something new!  I think you will like what we have "in store" for you!  The reveal happens on the 23rd of August right before the Vintage Fleamarket on the 26th.  We encourage you to stop in and see all that is shiny and new!

Time for an update!

Whimzy! is taking break!  August 1st to August 22nd we will be closed to re-do, re-design, & 
re-new.  We are full of new ideas and inspiriation and look forward to seeing each of you at the next Vintage Fleamarket of Old Town Tustin on August 23rd.  We will be in the store for phone calls, mail and emails, so if you need us just call 714-573-1025.  See you soon!

Class with Cheryl & Rita

Last Saturday Rita Reade & Cheryl Waters came to play @ Whimzy!  Let me tell you. these ladies do not mess around!  The table was beautifully set-up with the most amazing goodies that for the first time my cupcakes did not steal the show!

The project was  a soldered canvas shadowbox.  Lots of fun techniques, ingredients, and GLITTER!

First we gave the upside-down canvas some color and texture.  Next we cut-out and embellished the cute little birds.  As you can see here, the canvas really works well  for the shadowbox.  By this time, my mind is thinking up all kinds of goodies to do up this way!!!

We then cleaned our glass, applied the copperfoil, and soldered away!

Finally, we added all kinds of wonderful trims and things to the outside!  Voila!  Project complete!

 Rita & Jenelle posin' pretty!  These ladies are so fantastic.  They do it all!

 This is  Terry's piece.  Notice the dark frame!

 This is Diane's.  She went a completely different route all together.  The items were those she brought from home!

 This is the floor under Terry!  As you can see, she really enjoys our classes! :)

And here are the cupcakes, just because there is no-better treat than chocolate cupcakes!

Join us for some creative time!  Go to www.VintageWhimzy to see what is up & coming!

Coptic Journals with Jenelle Van de Mortel

Saturday I was lucky-ducky to take Jenelle's Journal making class.  I rarely get to play so I was very excited to spend the day being creative with the other students!

Jenelle is very energetic, fun, and artful!  As I am sure you can see by the table setting!

 

Isn't it lovely!

Here I have just applied gesso to the journal covers.

Terry does the "flapper" to help her journal covers dry!

Here I have painted, glazed, and decoupaged the front.  I have also painted, textured and glammed up the back cover.  Jenelle knows so much about some many products!  Many are new to me and will soon be added to my creative arsenal!

Here is the crepe medallion to decorate the front!

Next, we learned the art of sew in the "signature" of pages using the kettle stitch.  Jenelle made this very complicated method very easy!

The stitches form a beautiful chain like stitch along the spine of the book.

Here you can see how spectacular it is all coming out!

And here is it!  Isn't it fabulous!  Glittery, artsy, and oh so fun!

If you would like to learn more about Jenelle and her artful journals click here!

If you would be interested in joining me at Whimzy for a creative learning experience click here!

It just takes a little paint!

This was my project Friday! A friend of mine and fellow Jasvil girl asked if I would paint a crown in her daugter's room. This design is off of one of the lovely pillows Rose Carey creates. Her pillows are available at Whimzy! It did take the better part of the day, but WOW! was it worth it! Want some royal bling for your home? Email me~Whimzy@sbcglobal.net and let's talk!