CHARMING ROMANCE
I had the pleasure of spending this last weekend with nine wonderful ladies as Riki Schumacher and I taught our Charming Romance class here on the supposedly sunny California coast. Shame on me...I forgot my camera each day and don't have any pictures to show you of the radiant faces of the wonderful people who came to play with us. Each person brought with them their gifts of enthusiasm, creativity, and eagerness to learn.
Despite 53 mph gale force winds, horizontal rain, hail and the electricity being out for most of the afternoon on Sunday, everyone seemed to have a grand time. Everyone was so focused on their projects that when the power went out, no one seemed to be bothered and just kept on working in the dim light. This was an amazing group of ladies, I must say...I enjoyed them so much. Beautiful PMC charms were created, brass etched, and rivets, eyelets and mini hardware set into place.
After everyone had gone on Sunday, Riki and I relaxed over a glass of wine in the warm glow of candlelight and talked about the weekend's events. We both agreed how very special the last two days had been despite the storm and the challenges it brought. And as we were toasting to the personal joys of teaching and sharing our lives with like-minded artful souls, a double rainbow appeared outside our window which reminded us of how our lives are blessed with "pots of gold".
Thank you all who chose to spend the weekend with us. I hope that you left class feeling enrichened by the new friendships made and new techniques learned. Hopefully you will join us once again.
Tootles
Diana
13 comments:
Ahhh, so beautifully expressed Diana. Gratitude has a way of grabbing us with such a tight bear hug of warmth doesn't it???
I know everyone left feeling just the same.....gratiful to have had a couple of days learning from two of the best =)
It sounds like a magical time was had by all. What a wonderful weekend.
A rainbow, how absolutely magical!! I had a wonderful time in class and the storm made it seem even more personal and cozy. I'm looking forward to hanging out with you again creating more fabulous goodies :)
xXoO
Gwynnie
I HATE that I missed that class. From the sounds of Riki's post that weather was vicious! But, all had fun, you had fun & wine & friendship. What more can a girl ask for? HUGS! Charlene
Wonderful class..and awesome teachers you two! I enjoyed every min and the storm was just added excitment..Can't wait until your next class! xoxo Marlene
Lovely. I used to teach art classes and so enjoyed the dear ladies that came to play with art each weekend. I just don't have the time to teach anymore, honestly, but it is tempting because I just enjoyed it so much!
We've still got snow in Anchorage, Alaska.... dreaming of Spring.
Blessings ~ Eileen @ Star's Fault
What a gorgeous shot and your teaching experience sounds magical:)
Sounds fabtastic Diana. Too bad i couldn't be there! Maybe next time! hugs
Karen
wish I could have been there :) Someday soon, eh?
There's no holding back a group of determined women! The weather must have made your class even more memorable. I'm just sad that Va is just too far from CA to make it to your joint workshops! I remember driving through your area when we lived in Monterey and would drive down to SD. Those were the days, living in such gorgeous surroundings. Maybe one day you and Riki will head out to the East Coast and teach your fans here! :-)
Oh Diana ,
Wow! Windy wasn't it? So glad you girls had fun. :) Hugs Stephani
I second visiting the East Coast !!! We are pretty magical over here too !!! LOL
I'm so bummed that I couldn't make it to your workshop! I totally visualized the whirlwind of creativity at the studio, even with all the rain and wind I'm sure everyone had a great time! I look forward to your next class being offered! Have a wonderful day- Christine
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