...the mouse will play!
Just back from Asilomar...a very beautiful location for an art retreat hosted by Art & Soul. The location is dreamy, my students were amazing - every one of them, and the week was way too short. Virgins were de-virginized, Big Red went caput but we lived to tell about it, and stunning Flower necklaces were worn (or will soon be worn). We had a roaring fire during class, and found the secret Diet Coke locations...AND the secret SINK LOCATION (hidden behind the sliding wall in the classroom). Glenny did it again and I have heard that it is indeed again...Art & Soul Asilomar - May 2009!
Yes, I did walk on the beach...about 3 minutes in Carmel. But if you had to choose a beach, that would be it. Carmel was also home to Katie's Place for breakfast...with at least a dozen variations of Eggs Benedict (the craving was satisfied!). The little spray bottles on the ledge of the deck outside are to keep the pesky birds at bay (or quench their thirst, perhaps).
I popped into a darling little fabric store called FINDINGS. Owner Nancy was a kindred spirit, giving home to this lost little bunny that was truly loved once upon a time (can't you tell?). I couldn't get out of there without some fabulous French ribbons and trims.
Then a quick jaunt around the block to Picadilly's where we bumped into students who were gathering more ribbons and other fabulous treats! I just so happened to come upon a package of theatre images which I had seen several students using during class...oh, they made me drool! (I'll post an image tomorrow).
We raced back to the San Jose airport, stopping at UPS to ship 6 boxes directly to Hampton, Virginia for next weeks Art & Soul Retreat! There was about 20-degrees difference in temperature between Monterey and San Jose...and another 20-degrees or more back to Portland. Imagine our shock when the pilot told us to expect snow this weekend in Portland (enough already, Joyce!!!)!
Now we are home, recovering from "same-time-zone-jet-lag" and catching up as well as preparing to leave next week. It did snow (just a smidge) and the 85-degree Portland day, just a week ago, is a distant memory. The studio is a mess...and now I know why! I could have blamed it on myself, the tornado that occurs just before leaving for a workshop. But really, Stinky and Lucy were naughty little studio guardians! Apparently, Stinky & Lucy didn't take care of teh studio...they went out for happy hour at the Paragon and it was just a little too happy! Those two...and their hyjinks!
The Sally Jean Christmas Collection 2009 is NOW AVAILABLE!! Jingle-icious!
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Hello~ I just happened upon your blog from Lisa at A Thing For Roses. funny how that happens...... But have to tell you I am enjoying your blog and your writing. LOVE the necklaces! I bet you were itching to get out of the classroom to see beautiful Asilomar. My last two posts are on Carmel and the beach - our favorite day trip!! Glad you had fun! I love Katie's place, but have never been to Findings. Will have to check that out! There is also a lovely shop in Carmel called Forget Me Not - across from the fire station.
Anywho, great to "meet" you!!
ta ta,
Becky
Posted by: Sweet Cottage Dreams | July 14, 2008 at 09:25 AM
sure would love to see those theater pictures......droool!!!
Posted by: lila | June 20, 2008 at 10:37 PM
Art and Soul sounds amazing. The class, the location, all those amazing little stores! So very envious of those lucky enough to attend and most especially do your class!
Jo in Australia
Posted by: Jo | June 07, 2008 at 09:08 PM
Stinky and Lucy, those rascals! Thank you again for the nice visit and for all of the supplies and goodies! I think I'll need to come see you again soon for more supplies!
Hugs,
Sheila
halohill.blogspot.com
Posted by: Sheila | May 16, 2008 at 04:25 PM
Stinky and Lucy, those rascals! Thank you again for the nice visit and for all of the supplies and goodies! I think I'll need to come see you again soon for more supplies!
Hugs,
Sheila
halohill.blogspot.com
Posted by: Sheila | May 16, 2008 at 04:03 PM
Thanks, for such a wonderful class! I posted what I made on my blog. Minus the boob collection. :)
Posted by: Courtney | May 13, 2008 at 01:38 PM
Oh how your pictures made me want to be there even more. One day I will make it!
Diana
Posted by: Diana | May 12, 2008 at 03:42 PM
LOL!!! Stinky and Lucy adventures ROCK! I nearly fell off my chair seeing Stinky on her side at the bar! Findings!?! That's a new one...must get the addy for when I go. The classes looked FAB. So sad I miss the fun but would have given everyone that horrible cold...I'm still coughing! *cough..cough* MWAH!
Posted by: Cheryl Simpson | April 28, 2008 at 07:42 AM
I wish I could have attended this year. Asilomar is just a hop, skip and a jump away. I will definitely make a visit to the stores you mentioned though - I am keeping my eyes open for future opportunities to take a class from you. I just love your work!
Posted by: jilliene isaacs | April 22, 2008 at 07:50 AM
Thank You, Thank You, Thank You!! It was truly a pleasure to meet you & your hubby and to learn from such a wonderful woman! Mike, Avery, & I are discussing plans to visit Portland & take another workshop...just me of course, Avery has a couple years yet and Mike would just distract the "man slave"!
It made me giddy to see my goodies among your...meaning Brad's...beautiful pictures! Thank You!!
Abby
Posted by: Abby | April 21, 2008 at 08:12 PM
How nice to see these images! I grew up in Pacific Grove and I miss riding my bike down by the Asilomar. We were just there a two months ago and we always visit Carmel Beach. I'm familiar with Katie's but I don't recall Findings! I'll have to go there when we go back this summer. How fun it would have been to have taken a workshop from you..maybe one day!
~Christine
Bend, Oregon
Posted by: Du Buh Du Designs | April 21, 2008 at 12:29 AM
It looks like you had a wonderful time,and that shop Findings looks amazing
Jen
Posted by: Jen Crossley | April 20, 2008 at 08:46 PM