Very excited to say that I will be heading to LA for a few days around the time of CHA. On Sunday afternoon, January 30, I'll be teaching a class at Kaari Meng's legendary French General store. Kaari and I have taught at the same venues a few times now and I just love her style. When she invited me to participate in her Art of Craft Workshop series, I dropped everything and went right to work designing a special class project just for her event ... and you.
I'm teaching the Love Banner, a layered valentine sampler of beautiful fabrics, trims and notions chosen from her incredible store and my vintage stash. (Although there is some stitching involved, there is a no-sew version too.) Head over to her site and see the fabulous selection of classes offered over three days. You can take one class, a day of classes or the entire event at a nice discount.
And we'll have the whole place all to ourselves like a cozy afternoon craft party! On the site, I found a short video of the amazing store in action. So picture yourself there - with all those yummy beads, bits, notions and fabrics, making something to love, love, love. Notice too that it's a very small shop and the enrollment is limited so if you are tempted, sign up early.
Just what January needs. More fun!
Love this Charlotte, and all the stitching you've been doing!
Posted by: Lena | December 13, 2010 at 11:56 AM
I wish I could be with you; there are some fabulous classes. I know you'll have a wonderful time!
Posted by: Colette Copeland | December 13, 2010 at 12:44 PM
Holy Cow! I may need to take a trip to LA! You have outdone yourself!
Posted by: Jeanelle | December 13, 2010 at 12:51 PM
I LOVE that banner-wish I could take the class. Have fun in LA and check out Obsolete gallery in Venice (on Main St.) if you're in the area. My husband has work there and you and Kaari would love the place.
Posted by: paula joerling | December 13, 2010 at 01:38 PM
This is wonderful!
Always an inspiration to visit you here...
Posted by: Dawn | December 13, 2010 at 02:03 PM
Hello Charlotte,
This banner is amazing!
~ Gabriela ~
Posted by: Gabriela | December 13, 2010 at 03:10 PM
The banner is really pretty. Sad to say I'll be taking your class only in my dreams. Have fun!
Posted by: LindaSonia | December 13, 2010 at 03:22 PM
Thanks for the valentine inspiration, just in time for a sweet little 3 inch project of my own. I can't wait to stitch, it's fun to share the love! You're quite a talented (and classy) lady, Miss Charlotte.
Posted by: Jami Miller | December 13, 2010 at 06:34 PM
so excited!!! this will be a christmas gift from my amore!
Posted by: connie freedman | December 14, 2010 at 02:14 AM
I'll be at CHA, too.....and hope to see you. I know that we can find a few moments for a hug, right? We will stay in touch about that.....xo
Posted by: jone | December 14, 2010 at 10:20 AM
Wished I lived closer...I would love to visit French General and take a class with you. I hope you have a lovely Christmas!!
Posted by: Cathy Wegner | December 14, 2010 at 10:38 AM
I would so love to attend that workshop and being in California in January a real bonus! (It's COOOOLLLLDDD here in Minnesnowta!) Lovely banner, Charlotte.
Posted by: Linda Thiltgen | December 14, 2010 at 11:04 AM
it looks fantastic char!!
xoxo
Posted by: kl | December 14, 2010 at 03:42 PM
I'm so excited Charlotte, can't wait. I'm sure I'm way in over my head but I intend to have a wonderful time while I stumble along! Just remind me to breathe every now and then. ;)
Posted by: Sally | December 14, 2010 at 11:42 PM
AMAZING! I love it! I really wish could be there!
Mollie McCabe
Posted by: Mollie McCabe | December 15, 2010 at 11:39 AM
Ohhhh I love this little banner!! I so want to be there...darn in. I'll be in CT that week, and not sure I can fly coast to coast for that weekend!! Grrr.
Posted by: Rachel | December 16, 2010 at 02:02 AM
too bad so sad for me- already it is sold out.
so very beautiful your lovely banner is!
Posted by: lorraine lewis | December 16, 2010 at 06:02 PM
I'll see you there! I'll be flying in from Phoenix for this wonderful class!!!
Posted by: Maija Lepore | December 20, 2010 at 04:05 PM
charlotte, just wanted to say hey ( finally)... i've been an admirer from afar for many, many years! i felt the need to comment when i saw the Mary Englebreit Christmas Companion here in your post ( it is still my favorite xmas book that i pull out each year - it is just so lovely!) MEHC did a wonderful feature on my studio & co ( drooz studio) years ago ( I worked w kathy). i attended silver bella 2009... and should have introduced myself - but i was feeling overwhelmed and shy! i won't make that mistake again! happy new year! - shell
Posted by: shelly kennedy | December 26, 2010 at 07:13 PM
Your banner is GORGEOUS! I know it will be a big hit. Maybe you could do an online tutorial one day.
Tammy
Posted by: Tammy Sprinkle | January 05, 2011 at 07:57 PM