Floating Swarovski Crystal Necklaces

I so enjoy seeing many return patrons enjoying the classes at the libraries.  They've become like a family, saying hi to one another and making friendships in the time they are enjoying the craft.  They readily help one another and help me whenever I might need it.  Tonight, we made floating necklaces that was a request from a young woman.  Everyone was very excited to see the gorgeous beads and the new skills they would learn tonight.  I had a few men join us as well, and that always makes me very happy!  Look at the crowd, and the beautiful finished products.  I love my job, and the people I get to make happy along the way!

Let's Grow Lettuce at the East Palo Alto Library

We had such a good time last night!  A great group showed up to learn about growing lettuce, gardening, and then how to make two delicious salads. One with different veggies and flowers, the other with fruits and mint.  Everyone was very engaged, had lots of questions, and learned so many new things.

Family Mother's Day Frames

There was a lot of  excitement at the Niles Library as the children waited to see the craft they would be doing for their moms.  Lots of noise til I opened the first bag; then complete silence.  We adults all laughed!  The kids had a blast making their sun catcher frames for their moms, and as you can see they took a great deal of time to make their frame perfect!  I really enjoyed listening to all the chatter as these kiddos worked.

Nanny/Caregiver Class with Monday Music Time at The Portola Valley Library

I'm doing a series of workshops for nannies and other caregivers of children.  This week, I taught how to make a felt flannel board for them to take home and create fun things for the children to play with on them. You can see Kathryn had a huge crowd today, and she included a pinata which the kids were very excited about.  The Nannies, Moms, and Grandmas are thrilled with the classes I'm teaching, and are enjoying going home with loads of new info to teach or play with their kiddos.

Mexican Tin Art at Portola Valley Library

This is one of my most popular programs, and one of the most beautiful as well!

UPCOMING PROGRAMS FOR MAY

May 4 Portola Valley Caregiver Class 11am

May 5 Niles Mother's Day Suncatcher Frames 3:30

May 6 E. Palo Alto Lettuce Garden/cooking program 6:30

May 11 Fremont Floating Necklace 7:00 Adults ONLY R

May 12 Centerville Decorative Coasters 6:30 Adults ONLY

May 16 San Lorenzo Shrinky Dinks 2:00 ages 4+

May 18 Portola Caregiver Class 11am

May 27 Irvington Program 1 kids 4-8 CYO Drawstring Bag

Program 2 kids 9-13 DYO Drawstring Bag

May 30 Fremont Head Phone Beads 9-13 R
Must bring headphones/earbuds to participate.

I look forward to seeing you all at one or more of these fun, creative upcoming events. If you have any questions, thoughts on future programs, or just want to say Hi, I'll be there; I'd love to hear from you.

Apologies

Hi, I'd like to take a moment to apologize for the lack of postings and pictures here lately.  My computer skills aren't wonderful, so when things break down, I have to survive.  I will have things fixed and ready for lovely photos to once again cover this blog.  Thank you for your patience.