Is it too soon to start thinking about Halloween?

 

 

I think not.....

 

That's because my friend Denise Hahn is having a "Craft for the Cure" breast cancer fundraising event on October 1.   Of course, this is very close to my heart as well as my one remaining breast.  So when she asked me to teach a class, I, of course, immediately said yes.  I then asked her once we were done with all our crafting "will there then be a cure by the end of the day?"   She said no.  However, she did say every single penny raised will go to Mammobiles that serve low income communities.  I was ok with that as I was really optimistically doubtful that our use of glitter and glue would somehow trigger a cure for breast cancer....but you know me...I like to hope for the best.

Anyway, in lieu of an actual cure for cancer, we are going to make a glittery spooky sweet cake that will leave you drenched in glitter........Don't worry I will be bringing along a shop vac to get you cleaned up for the next project......

 

Denise, who happens to be the daughter of a survivor, will be teaching a "Blinged out Skelly" project.    I barely got to see these decked out boney damsels in person before they were all sold in a flurry at Glitterfest last year.......

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Also, jewelry artist Tara Wilson will share a demo showing you how to chase metal, wire wrap, create an ear wire and various patina methods!   Tara will bring all of the supplies to make these earrings and demonstrate techniques you can use in your own artwork. 

  

How does that sound?  Not enough?!  Oh.....you're worried about fainting from hunger doing all these amazing projects.  Not to worry....we've got you covered.   Andrea Villareal and Blanca Paredes will be catering a mouthwatering lunch.  And, all your sugar and frosting needs will be provided by Julie Gordon Weller who will be serving up her homemade cupcakes. 

And, if that isn't enough, we are also going to do a round robin collage project......you may want to eat some extra cupcakes to keep you going at this point.  I know I will.

I am really, really excited about this event.  It's going to be a small intimate gathering of around twenty people.   We will have door prizes, a silent raffle and lots f laughing and fun. 

Won't you join me?   Click here for all the info you need  "Craft for a Cure."      If you are unable to make it, but would like to donate anything for the raffle or cause just shoot me an email!    

Thanks so much everyone!!  Talk to you soon!  Karin

Comments

[Cheryl Stoneham]

I'm all signed up...can't wait to play, Karen! (...and for a great cause!)
xo
Cheryl

[Susan Reaney]

Great Halloweenie treats, Karen! It is fun to see a real holiday for a change! Glad you are being true to your breast and having some fun in the process.
Hugs,
Suz

[Cassy]

Those were very creatively designed stuffs.

Cassy from Acoustic Guitar Lessons

[Stephanie S.]

Oh my gosh! How cute and wish I lived by you so I could make this wonderful box. So glad to have you back. I love it!