tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22609708779974076852024-03-13T03:45:02.562-07:00Invite Me! Creative AnnouncementsHand-designed, stylish Wedding Invitations and unforgettable Baby Announcements.
Eco-chic, everlasting, life-like flower blossoms and arrangements made by hand (petal by petal) from DecoClay.invitemecreativeannouncements.blogspot.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10784662414981660576noreply@blogger.comBlogger73125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2260970877997407685.post-74067541170204719632011-11-11T16:17:00.000-08:002011-11-11T16:20:36.651-08:00Lest We Forget<div align="center"><span style="font-size:180%;">11-11-11 </span></div><br /><br /><div align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">Remembrance Day</span></div><br /><br /><div align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">Lest We Forget</span></div><br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ytaVE3yHTeI/Tr27ZYfUdeI/AAAAAAAAAfc/jrKMpCvq7Q0/s1600/POPPY.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 300px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5673897150301631970" border="0" alt="" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ytaVE3yHTeI/Tr27ZYfUdeI/AAAAAAAAAfc/jrKMpCvq7Q0/s400/POPPY.JPG" /></a>invitemecreativeannouncements.blogspot.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10784662414981660576noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2260970877997407685.post-72045008162317330062011-11-03T11:56:00.000-07:002011-11-03T12:00:45.082-07:00Refresh, Renew, Rebrand, RELAUNCHI have taken a step away from blogging as I am rebranding my business to reflect the type of work that I have been fortunate to attract and to keep my in mind's eye for potential customers!<br />It has been a long time coming, but on the other hand...NOW is the time! Stay tuned and join as a follower so I can let you know when I am ready to tell the world.<br /><br />I am still taking on work and projects - working with lovely brides and creating elements for the most lovely events and parties - convo me at <a href="mailto:invitemecreative@rogers.com">invitemecreative@rogers.com</a> if you need a quotation or to book an appointment. Thank you for your continued support!<br /><br />Until then, bloom where you are planted!<br />Traceyinvitemecreativeannouncements.blogspot.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10784662414981660576noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2260970877997407685.post-4857110756750526162011-08-19T10:38:00.001-07:002011-08-19T10:53:05.583-07:00Baby Scrapboxing<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-kPzi04rkM2M/Tk6fu6lmm1I/AAAAAAAAAfU/eflt3-uxlIM/s1600/baby.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5642623011491584850" border="0" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-kPzi04rkM2M/Tk6fu6lmm1I/AAAAAAAAAfU/eflt3-uxlIM/s320/baby.JPG" /></a> This idea came to me as a gift idea for a baby! I am always looking for new ways to include clay flowers into my paper art projects. When my former client Amy had a beautiful baby girl recently, I thought that a birth announcement/shadowbox would be a lovely gift...filled with clay flowers. Now, I changed the name for this sample, but you get the idea of how the everlasting flowers add to this adorable keepsake piece that can be hung in the nursery.
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<br />By changing the font and flowers I can create: elegant and classic, funky and modern, shabby chic and vintage...all in a keepsake shadowbox.
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<br />If you are interested in a custom scrapbox filled with flowers for your special occasion or for a gift, please contact me directly.
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<br />invitemecreativeannouncements.blogspot.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10784662414981660576noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2260970877997407685.post-47419745556158703352011-05-13T13:21:00.000-07:002011-05-13T13:36:26.105-07:00Prom Flowers - Corsages, Boutonnieres & Hair Flowers<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-41agunT9ySU/Tc2WBLapspI/AAAAAAAAAfI/_xCgBfhlyew/s1600/Hair%2BFlower1.JPG"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; FLOAT: left; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5606302058134745746" border="0" alt="" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-41agunT9ySU/Tc2WBLapspI/AAAAAAAAAfI/_xCgBfhlyew/s320/Hair%2BFlower1.JPG" /></a><br /><br /><br /><div><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-EIVxaI2Rs6c/Tc2VG61qqDI/AAAAAAAAAfA/oV_3JOZCGSo/s1600/prom%2Bcorsage2.JPG"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; FLOAT: left; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5606301057252239410" border="0" alt="" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-EIVxaI2Rs6c/Tc2VG61qqDI/AAAAAAAAAfA/oV_3JOZCGSo/s320/prom%2Bcorsage2.JPG" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><div><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-XiNO5iGS4Tc/Tc2U94Y8o_I/AAAAAAAAAe4/LksyI7ezwK8/s1600/prom%2Bcorsage.JPG"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 320px; FLOAT: right; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5606300901976089586" border="0" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-XiNO5iGS4Tc/Tc2U94Y8o_I/AAAAAAAAAe4/LksyI7ezwK8/s320/prom%2Bcorsage.JPG" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><div><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ic2CMhjhIeM/Tc2U9ValDkI/AAAAAAAAAew/So1I7aUneWg/s1600/marcus-bout2.JPG"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 320px; FLOAT: right; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5606300892587691586" border="0" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ic2CMhjhIeM/Tc2U9ValDkI/AAAAAAAAAew/So1I7aUneWg/s320/marcus-bout2.JPG" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><div><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-E8mQTiBOHDE/Tc2U9Jj7dPI/AAAAAAAAAeo/kPZxmEhoejc/s1600/prom%2Bcorsage1.JPG"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 320px; FLOAT: right; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5606300889405682930" border="0" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-E8mQTiBOHDE/Tc2U9Jj7dPI/AAAAAAAAAeo/kPZxmEhoejc/s320/prom%2Bcorsage1.JPG" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><div><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-7ZJiJp0w7zM/Tc2U85WNS1I/AAAAAAAAAeg/lL_SO8uMk9A/s1600/peony%2Bwith%2Bsequin%2Bband.JPG"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 320px; FLOAT: right; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5606300885053164370" border="0" alt="" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-7ZJiJp0w7zM/Tc2U85WNS1I/AAAAAAAAAeg/lL_SO8uMk9A/s320/peony%2Bwith%2Bsequin%2Bband.JPG" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><div><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-vGtmJeJPorU/Tc2U8YvF64I/AAAAAAAAAeY/3UA6AtvUs00/s1600/corsage.JPG"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 320px; FLOAT: right; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5606300876299168642" border="0" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-vGtmJeJPorU/Tc2U8YvF64I/AAAAAAAAAeY/3UA6AtvUs00/s320/corsage.JPG" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><div></div><br /><br /><div></div><br /><div>Prom Season is well underway! I am thrilled to be offering very special, keepsake prom corsages and boutonnieres to the Graduating Class of 2011! Dramatic and big hair flowers also make a statement! No one will ever guess that they are made out of clay.<br /><br />So many dress styles - very elegant through to steampunk and vintage...there are some very imaginative and fashionable prom-goers this year! Love the colour combinations, dress lengths and all the accessories that go with them. </div><br /><br /><div></div><br /><br /><br /><div>If you are interested in a corsage, boutonniere or hair flower(s), please contact me soon! Don't want you to be disappointed. </div></div></div></div></div></div></div>invitemecreativeannouncements.blogspot.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10784662414981660576noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2260970877997407685.post-31357938791966610562011-05-07T18:11:00.003-07:002011-05-07T18:14:38.947-07:00Happy Mother's Day!<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-pOoLIpSDjJo/TcXuPyrrg5I/AAAAAAAAAeQ/BqT1BBvNfcc/s1600/pink2.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 300px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5604147266402878354" border="0" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-pOoLIpSDjJo/TcXuPyrrg5I/AAAAAAAAAeQ/BqT1BBvNfcc/s400/pink2.JPG" /></a><br /><br /><div>Spring must finally be here - it's Mother's Day! Enjoy the day - treat yourself!</div>invitemecreativeannouncements.blogspot.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10784662414981660576noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2260970877997407685.post-32097485039238986072011-05-07T18:11:00.001-07:002011-05-07T18:11:22.408-07:00Happy Motherinvitemecreativeannouncements.blogspot.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10784662414981660576noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2260970877997407685.post-52016605967479305922011-04-29T05:24:00.001-07:002011-05-07T18:11:13.859-07:00Congratulations Kate!<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-5tfUffCrO0s/TbrmXCHqYuI/AAAAAAAAAeI/5Y28jctULHo/s1600/LilyoftheValley.png"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 178px; FLOAT: right; HEIGHT: 200px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5601042369969021666" border="0" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-5tfUffCrO0s/TbrmXCHqYuI/AAAAAAAAAeI/5Y28jctULHo/s200/LilyoftheValley.png" /></a> Today we saw a beautiful young woman marry a Prince! We got up early and enjoyed a simple table set for an english breakfast. Enjoying our finest tea cups and saucers, a simple start of fresh strawberries and english muffins with raspberry jam - delish! Front row seats (in front of our TV) for the big event, it was a day that history was made.<br /><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-JAjuVMPRLgI/TbrlenVbrrI/AAAAAAAAAdw/v-Qg8Sb555U/s1600/Royal%2BWedding1.JPG"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 200px; FLOAT: right; HEIGHT: 150px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5601041400706346674" border="0" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-JAjuVMPRLgI/TbrlenVbrrI/AAAAAAAAAdw/v-Qg8Sb555U/s200/Royal%2BWedding1.JPG" /></a><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-fzGpXyaaXr4/TbrlfDdwSUI/AAAAAAAAAd4/Z_xNhOG8TSU/s1600/Wedding2.JPG"></a><br /><br /><br /><div><br /><div><br /><div><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><div></div><br /><div></div><br /><div></div><br /><div>Of course, all eyes were on the dress, but I was also closely watching the flowers. A trendsetter in the making, Kate Middleton has re-ignited the popularity of some old style flowers - her bouquet of Sweet William (of course!), Lily of the Valley, Hyacinth, Myrtle in a shield-shaped wired bouquet...so elegant and fragrant! A true classic beauty.<br /><br />You can bet that I will be asked by brides this season and for years to come for these iconic blossoms. The bouquets, the flowergirls' hair wreaths, the buttonholes (aka boutonnieres) all made a very modern statement in their simplicity and elegance. I have been making hair wreaths for a few years - here is a great photo of a recent wedding with clay flower hair wreaths on these young ladies.<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-hfNy1D6IYFE/TbqzMxoHH6I/AAAAAAAAAdo/0L94-3SDudY/s1600/3%2Bkids.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 200px; FLOAT: left; HEIGHT: 133px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5600986118650011554" border="0" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-hfNy1D6IYFE/TbqzMxoHH6I/AAAAAAAAAdo/0L94-3SDudY/s200/3%2Bkids.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />Of course these blossoms can also be created for an eco-chic everlasting bouquet made with clay! I enjoy creating each and every one - and as lovely as lily of the valley is, those blossoms are tiny and delicate looking. I can hardly wait to start perfecting this combination of flowers...pip, pip, I'm off to the studio! Cheerio.<br /><br />Congratulations William and Kate!<br /><br />PS - if you are in Toronto this weekend, be sure to visit the Drake Hotel for the <a href="http://www.theweddingco.com/">Spring Wedding Show</a> - see you there!</div></div></div></div>invitemecreativeannouncements.blogspot.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10784662414981660576noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2260970877997407685.post-16801036635188193842011-04-24T07:40:00.000-07:002011-04-24T07:49:20.672-07:00HOPPY EASTER!<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-56xk_Mo_iL4/TbQ3--J1RqI/AAAAAAAAAdg/BnZOWmQyOWQ/s1600/Happy%2BEaster.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5599161791704024738" border="0" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-56xk_Mo_iL4/TbQ3--J1RqI/AAAAAAAAAdg/BnZOWmQyOWQ/s320/Happy%2BEaster.JPG" /></a> <br /><div></div><br /><div>Spring has Sprung! What a lovely weekend for Easter. We have seen so many bunnies frolicking through the backyard in the past few days. A lovely Easter/Birthday luncheon with family...lots of chocolate treats...a great time!<br /><br />I put together this little clay flower collage of ranunculus, daffofils, daisies and hydrangeas to remind myself that the buds are about to bloom, spring IS coming and I hope you like this preview display.<br /><br />Happy Spring - hope to see you at <a href="http://www.theweddingco.com/">The Drake Hotel </a>in Toronto next weekend for Indie Meets Couture!</div>invitemecreativeannouncements.blogspot.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10784662414981660576noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2260970877997407685.post-46646326193727346082011-04-10T18:56:00.000-07:002011-04-10T19:08:07.568-07:00Spring Wedding Show at The Drake Hotel, Toronto<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-IpnQiiz7N3w/TaJgtIWUf0I/AAAAAAAAAc4/iuGMoBWWXyw/s1600/SpringShow2011Drake.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 246px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5594140015599058754" border="0" alt="" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-IpnQiiz7N3w/TaJgtIWUf0I/AAAAAAAAAc4/iuGMoBWWXyw/s320/SpringShow2011Drake.jpg" /></a> <br /><div>I am thrilled to be showing the latest clay flower designs for weddings at <a href="http://www.theweddingco.com/">The Spring Wedding Show</a> at The Drake Hotel in Toronto. The tagline is so tasteful - "Where Indie Meets Couture"...Love It!</div><br /><div></div><br /><div>I have been feverishly working away at my Spring/Summer Wedding Collection of clay flowers and bridal accessories! Wait til you see what I have come up with this year. There will be items for sale as well as the opportunity to chat about custom work - there is such a wealth of talent at this show and I was so happy to be asked back. Catherine and her Wedding Co. team are real professionals. </div><br /><div></div><br /><div>If you are in Toronto on April 30th, you MUST go The Drake. <em>(The day after the Royal Wedding...we'll have so much to talk about)</em>....be sure to stop by and see me.</div>invitemecreativeannouncements.blogspot.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10784662414981660576noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2260970877997407685.post-13225821037694463122011-03-09T05:21:00.000-08:002011-03-09T05:28:36.954-08:00Cake Topper<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-HGdpKL5drqs/TXd--96krBI/AAAAAAAAAcw/BfhYHCQIiZ4/s1600/cake.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5582069883386244114" border="0" alt="" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-HGdpKL5drqs/TXd--96krBI/AAAAAAAAAcw/BfhYHCQIiZ4/s320/cake.JPG" /></a><br /><div></div><br /><p>This simple white icing cake is cleverly dressed with a spray of clay flowers! </p><p>Hope you enjoy it...the cake, without the calories! Wedding, birthday, anniversary...a perfect occasion for flowers on your cake!<br /></p><p>Simply place the flowers onto the cake (the stems are floral wire). When ready, remove the stems and simply wipe gently with a damp cloth. Pat dry with a paper towel and you will have your keepsake flowers forever! </p><p>A great way to enjoy peonies, ranunculus and hydrangea when the blossoms are 'out of season', or any time of year! </p><p>Celebrate with flowers on your cake!</p>invitemecreativeannouncements.blogspot.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10784662414981660576noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2260970877997407685.post-53627175590726405442011-01-25T18:37:00.000-08:002011-01-25T18:53:45.511-08:00A Morning with Marilyn<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_2rRBAexpb9o/TT-MsUN6YQI/AAAAAAAAAcc/JkDpyk9jgKg/s1600/marilyn.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 113px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 150px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5566322357422416130" border="0" alt="" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_2rRBAexpb9o/TT-MsUN6YQI/AAAAAAAAAcc/JkDpyk9jgKg/s400/marilyn.jpg" /></a><br /><div>Today was one of those fun, girlfriend days that I never seem to do very often. I had a date with my friend Tina and we ventured down to Toronto early this morning to attend the taping of The Marilyn Show! Fun, good giggles, great seats in the audience, tasty thai lunch and some retail therapy - what could be better?!<br /><br />So good to see Marilyn Denis back where she belongs in a daytime TV timeslot (although we always enjoy her radio show too). The super-cool studio "loft" set for this new lifestyle show is fab - very urban and cool, except you still feel like you are sitting right across from Marilyn herself...like an hour with a longtime girlfriend! The ONLY thing missing are clay flower arrangements on an accent table between Marilyn and her guest! {wink!} Gotta keep working on that one... :)<br /><br />Here is a quick photo from my cellphone (sorry for the blurry-ness). If you want tickets, go to <a href="http://www.marilyn.com/">http://www.marilyn.com/</a> for details on how to attend the live tapings of this show!<br /><br />Welcome Back, Marilyn!<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_2rRBAexpb9o/TT-JJDMg39I/AAAAAAAAAcU/GAQKC856HXs/s1600/marilyn.jpg"></a></div>invitemecreativeannouncements.blogspot.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10784662414981660576noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2260970877997407685.post-1706705819450259642011-01-11T06:50:00.000-08:002011-01-11T07:07:17.120-08:00North of the City Magazine<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_2rRBAexpb9o/TSxxL2Lk-dI/AAAAAAAAAcM/9IPOcOkRQ2g/s1600/north%2Bof%2Bthe%2Bcity.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5560944088232294866" border="0" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_2rRBAexpb9o/TSxxL2Lk-dI/AAAAAAAAAcM/9IPOcOkRQ2g/s320/north%2Bof%2Bthe%2Bcity.JPG" /></a><br /><div></div><div></div><div>I am thrilled to share with you that I have a business spotlight article in the <em>North of the City Magazine!</em> I was approached in December to participate and was busily getting arrangements and bouquets ready for photography. </div><br /><div></div><br /><div><span style="color:#666600;">You can link to the article </span><a href="http://www.yorkregion.com/community/northofthecity/article/925833--petal-by-petal"><span style="color:#666600;">here.</span></a></div><br /><div></div><br /><div>I am so pleased with how the article was written and thankful for all of the feedback from family, friends and former clients...as well as the inquiries for new business. </div><div></div><div>Seems there are LOTS of people becoming interested in clay flowers! I have even had inquiries from brides who would like their treasured bouquet replicated in clay - well after the wedding! I have done this very successfully and with the photos supplied by the bride whereby I am able to re-create their goregous bouquets in clay to keep forever!</div><br /><div></div><br /><div>I am grateful for this media opportunity and welcome new business inquiries. </div><br /><div>2011 - it is going to be a great year!<br /></div><br /><div></div>invitemecreativeannouncements.blogspot.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10784662414981660576noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2260970877997407685.post-56547512136315908622011-01-09T07:24:00.000-08:002011-01-09T07:40:23.352-08:00New Year's Wedding Flowers<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_2rRBAexpb9o/TSnWfaY5leI/AAAAAAAAAcE/LlqCnR0qFzI/s1600/Jenn%2Bbouquet.JPG"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 320px; FLOAT: right; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5560211050113635810" border="0" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_2rRBAexpb9o/TSnWfaY5leI/AAAAAAAAAcE/LlqCnR0qFzI/s320/Jenn%2Bbouquet.JPG" /></a><br /><div><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_2rRBAexpb9o/TSnWfGQBxnI/AAAAAAAAAb8/swSRNaKO2yw/s1600/Katie%2Bbouquet.JPG"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 320px; FLOAT: right; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5560211044707714674" border="0" alt="" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_2rRBAexpb9o/TSnWfGQBxnI/AAAAAAAAAb8/swSRNaKO2yw/s320/Katie%2Bbouquet.JPG" /></a><br /><br /><div><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_2rRBAexpb9o/TSnWBK8DFsI/AAAAAAAAAb0/jzEWltAx5V4/s1600/Jenn%2Bbouquet.JPG"></a><br /><br /><br /><div><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_2rRBAexpb9o/TSnWA-GXjjI/AAAAAAAAAbs/gpHkjEt_pwE/s1600/Katie%2Bbouquet.JPG"></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><div></div><br /><br /><div></div><br /><br /><div></div><br /><br /><div>I wanted to share some photos of the bridal flowers that I created for Katie and Bill. Katie came to me after being a bridesmaid of one of my previous clients. She loved the bouquet that she carried for that wedding and I was thrilled to work with her for her own wedding! With the very elegant and stylish palette of white, tiffany turquoise and accents of silver, this would be a New Year's wedding to be remembered by all! </div><div><br /></div><div></div><div>The out of season blossoms that Katie selected were easily replicated in clay - open white peonies, bloomed and blossoms of white gardenias coupled with white hydrangeas and stephanotis. Accented with silver embellishments, tiffany turquoise organza ribboning and white fluffy feathers, the bridal bouquet turned out stylish and stunning. The other photo is the maid of honour's bouquet - mainly white gardenias, different silver embellishments and more of the turquoise ribboning.<br /><br />I am very thankful that Katie and Bill were so impressed with their wedding flowers and wish them a lifetime of happiness!</div></div></div></div>invitemecreativeannouncements.blogspot.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10784662414981660576noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2260970877997407685.post-57152224510598267182010-10-08T17:52:00.000-07:002010-10-08T18:08:42.648-07:00Before and After<div><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_2rRBAexpb9o/TK_ACiAtC4I/AAAAAAAAAbY/8DkhwXksUEk/s1600/tracey.JPG"></a><br /><br /><br /><div><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_2rRBAexpb9o/TK_ACWWfN9I/AAAAAAAAAbQ/9aeOPdLr61Q/s1600/Tracey+colour.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 229px; FLOAT: left; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5525846414399059922" border="0" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_2rRBAexpb9o/TK_ACWWfN9I/AAAAAAAAAbQ/9aeOPdLr61Q/s320/Tracey+colour.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><div></div><br /><br /><br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_2rRBAexpb9o/TK_AZFEzCYI/AAAAAAAAAbg/-HHspLnljuo/s1600/tracey.JPG"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 240px; FLOAT: right; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5525846804898449794" border="0" alt="" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_2rRBAexpb9o/TK_AZFEzCYI/AAAAAAAAAbg/-HHspLnljuo/s320/tracey.JPG" /></a><br /><br /><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_2rRBAexpb9o/TK_AZFEzCYI/AAAAAAAAAbg/-HHspLnljuo/s1600/tracey.JPG"></a> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div>I deliberately try to minimize the amount of personal information on my blog - I am a fairly private person, however I would like to share a before and after photo of myself. I had a milestone birthday earlier this year and it felt like a turning point in many aspects of my life. </div><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><div>I found a 'lifestyle management' program and started a high protein eating program that helps build lean muscle mass at the beginning of July and am happy to share that I have lost just over 50 pounds (by early September), taking me back to my early high school weight. Special Thanks to my Family, Friends and my Coach, Amanda for all of the support! I feel very strong, empowered and healthy and know that I have done good for my body and my future. </div></div></div>invitemecreativeannouncements.blogspot.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10784662414981660576noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2260970877997407685.post-25287919030274974412010-08-22T18:10:00.000-07:002010-08-22T18:21:37.382-07:00Let's Go Shopping!<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_2rRBAexpb9o/THHMqRZalvI/AAAAAAAAAaw/cRhyFq1klfA/s1600/accessorize2010.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 266px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5508408845847402226" border="0" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_2rRBAexpb9o/THHMqRZalvI/AAAAAAAAAaw/cRhyFq1klfA/s400/accessorize2010.jpg" /></a><br /><div>Invite Me! will be participating in this vendor faire on Tuesday Aug 24! I am thrilled to be a part of this creative group to show my latest clay flowers, accessories and stationery. Get a head start on holiday shopping, great girlfriend and hostess gifts...or treat yourself!</div><div></div><br /><div>If you can, come out and enjoy a fun evening to support a good cause - Hope to see you there!</div><br /><div>Now, back to work for me...I am finishing up some clay hair flowers today (no sneek peek photos...yet - sorry).</div>invitemecreativeannouncements.blogspot.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10784662414981660576noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2260970877997407685.post-35670472999772625702010-07-18T17:42:00.000-07:002010-07-18T17:58:12.123-07:00Hair Flowers<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_2rRBAexpb9o/TEOi_fP-efI/AAAAAAAAAag/LBvkLnj80lA/s1600/rose+hair+flower1.JPG"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 320px; FLOAT: right; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5495415181926103538" border="0" alt="" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_2rRBAexpb9o/TEOi_fP-efI/AAAAAAAAAag/LBvkLnj80lA/s320/rose+hair+flower1.JPG" /></a><br /><div><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_2rRBAexpb9o/TEOi_Mo6EEI/AAAAAAAAAaY/dCBjvB6ZoIg/s1600/emily1.JPG"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 320px; FLOAT: right; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5495415176930398274" border="0" alt="" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_2rRBAexpb9o/TEOi_Mo6EEI/AAAAAAAAAaY/dCBjvB6ZoIg/s320/emily1.JPG" /></a><br /><br /><div><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_2rRBAexpb9o/TEOilM74dcI/AAAAAAAAAaQ/redvzU_jt2U/s1600/emily1.JPG"></a><br /><br /><br /><div><br /><br /><div><br /><br /><br /><br /><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> I love the look of flowers in my hair - whether heading out shopping, out for dinner or going out on the town. What I don't like is...bees! Guess what - not a bee in sight when you wear clay flowers in your hair!</div><div></div><br /><div>I have honestly worn my gardenia more days than not in the last year - I think it is becoming my signature flower! So delicate and fragrant in nature, but so durable and everlasting in clay! Lilies are also so delicate from Mother Nature - they never last the day let alone a big night out of dancing! Roses are another good choice for hair flowers - so many different colours and combinations. Eco-Chic and Scent-free!</div><div></div><br /><div>If you are getting married, would like to give a special gift to the bride...or want to treat yourself to a hair flower, please contact me!<br /><br />What is your favourite summer hair flower?</div></div></div></div></div>invitemecreativeannouncements.blogspot.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10784662414981660576noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2260970877997407685.post-69296520144113101022010-07-01T06:50:00.000-07:002010-07-01T07:51:24.963-07:00Happy Canada Day!<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_2rRBAexpb9o/TCypZVeDsKI/AAAAAAAAAZ4/VxeyGF63nNk/s1600/CanadaFlag.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 375px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 375px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5488948298582831266" border="0" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_2rRBAexpb9o/TCypZVeDsKI/AAAAAAAAAZ4/VxeyGF63nNk/s400/CanadaFlag.jpg" /></a> Such a beautiful and sunny day here - feeling very patriotic!<br /><br />Seeing neighbours and friends proudly waving Canadian flags, houses dressed with patriotic flags, wearing red and white - even the Queen of England is in Toronto this week - Happy Birthday Canada! Proud to be Canadian - proud to work with international clients for clay flowers and invitations - what a great time to be Canadian... <div><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_2rRBAexpb9o/TCypDECrcSI/AAAAAAAAAZw/dk-J3HomxM8/s1600/flag80.jpg"></a></div><div>Thankful for all of the opportunities this country has available! Enjoy the Day - festive fireworks tonight! Cheers! </div><div> </div><div><em><span style="font-size:78%;">(photo courtesy of glennsglobalgames.com)</span></em></div>invitemecreativeannouncements.blogspot.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10784662414981660576noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2260970877997407685.post-89940900442526555332010-06-27T11:49:00.000-07:002010-06-27T11:59:23.559-07:00Lovin' Pink Peonies!<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_2rRBAexpb9o/TCefSXqFXpI/AAAAAAAAAZo/FB6pRVO8Qmk/s1600/peonies1.JPG"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 320px; FLOAT: right; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5487529808911228562" border="0" alt="" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_2rRBAexpb9o/TCefSXqFXpI/AAAAAAAAAZo/FB6pRVO8Qmk/s320/peonies1.JPG" /></a><br /><div><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_2rRBAexpb9o/TCefR7sae0I/AAAAAAAAAZg/9mH4ttMbBFc/s1600/peonies.JPG"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 240px; FLOAT: right; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5487529801404808002" border="0" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_2rRBAexpb9o/TCefR7sae0I/AAAAAAAAAZg/9mH4ttMbBFc/s320/peonies.JPG" /></a><br /><br /><div></div><br /><br /><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div>For me, JUNE = PEONIES!!<br /><br />Love all of the colours, the fragrant scent and the delicate nature of this short-lived beauty every June! I created this bundle of clay peonies for a former wedding client who is giving this as an end of the school year gift...to one of her classroom volunteers! What a thoughtful gesture as most of the gift-giving seems to be for the teachers! <em>(Except we really like our crossing-guards, so we treat them to coffee).</em></div><div></div><br /><div>This floral arrangement contains three shades of pink peonies, all in different stages of bloom. Accented with chartreuse and white hydrangeas and a splash of greenery, I like the proportion as it peeks out of the lime green mercury-glass looking cylinder container.</div><br /><div></div><div>Haven't blogged much lately, but hey, summer is here (and some summer wedding flowers that I will be showcasing). Enjoy!</div></div>invitemecreativeannouncements.blogspot.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10784662414981660576noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2260970877997407685.post-73211463763658160132010-05-10T05:25:00.000-07:002010-05-10T05:33:08.677-07:00Feathers with Bling...on your Wedding Bouquet and in your Hair!<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_2rRBAexpb9o/S-f7pxIR50I/AAAAAAAAAYY/C9v8rJhX-E8/s1600/feather.JPG"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 320px; FLOAT: right; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5469616967446030146" border="0" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_2rRBAexpb9o/S-f7pxIR50I/AAAAAAAAAYY/C9v8rJhX-E8/s320/feather.JPG" /></a><br /><div><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_2rRBAexpb9o/S-f7pCq_XWI/AAAAAAAAAYQ/X4NbzqgrAZg/s1600/feather2.JPG"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 320px; FLOAT: right; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5469616954975149410" border="0" alt="" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_2rRBAexpb9o/S-f7pCq_XWI/AAAAAAAAAYQ/X4NbzqgrAZg/s320/feather2.JPG" /></a><br /><br /><div>This past week has been busy fielding inquiries about the soft pink bouquet and floral hair pieces that I featured at The Indie Meets Couture show last weekend! Seems the super-hot wedding trend of feathers and accents of shiny bling have transended into bouquets and hair accessories! It was a bit of an experiment - but certainly worth the effort!<br /><br />I connected with some other great wedding professionals - seems a couple of us have the same plume supplier..."hi" Mimi (if you are reading this!) So many great options using feathers and some shiny pieces...never to upstand the bride, but more to showcase her!</div></div><br /><p>Would you consider feathers or shiny baubles in your bouquet? I definintely would!</p>invitemecreativeannouncements.blogspot.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10784662414981660576noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2260970877997407685.post-66300339902030244062010-05-08T16:46:00.000-07:002010-05-08T17:02:05.158-07:00Destination Brides!<div><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_2rRBAexpb9o/S-X4D8Q772I/AAAAAAAAAYA/-I7nATDqBBI/s1600/hibiscus1.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 300px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5469050069111795554" border="0" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_2rRBAexpb9o/S-X4D8Q772I/AAAAAAAAAYA/-I7nATDqBBI/s400/hibiscus1.JPG" /></a><br /><br /><div>Going somewhere tropical and romantic to get married? Why not carry your lightweight wedding bouquet in your carry-on or safely packed in your luggage? </div><div> </div><div>Hibiscus is such a popular tropical flower - yet so delicate to place into a fresh bouquet. Vibrant shades of pink and orange, accented with green and grasses fit in perfectly to the island wedding when hand-created in clay! Every last detail, including some hand-painted highlights and shadows give this bouquet a very realistic look - don't you agree?</div><br /><div>Your clay flowers can arrive to your home or business address days...or weeks...before you leave for one of the most memorable days of your life! Take some of the stress from the day of the ceremony...you'll never worry at your destination about the wrong floral order (or flowers that may have been hanging around awhile)...and you get to keep the clay flowers as a memory of the day you married the best guy for you!</div></div><div><br />Clay Flowers are an Eco-Chic solution for Destination Brides!<br /><div></div></div>invitemecreativeannouncements.blogspot.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10784662414981660576noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2260970877997407685.post-59090565896164242562010-05-01T15:35:00.000-07:002010-05-01T15:44:54.057-07:00Indie Meets Couture Show - May 1st<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_2rRBAexpb9o/S9ytL3Z63mI/AAAAAAAAAX4/uahoNlHVBBw/s1600/weddingco.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5466434467083771490" border="0" alt="" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_2rRBAexpb9o/S9ytL3Z63mI/AAAAAAAAAX4/uahoNlHVBBw/s320/weddingco.JPG" /></a><br /><div></div><br /><p>Just back from the big city of Toronto - the ultra chic Drake Hotel where I exhibited in <a href="http://www.theweddingco.com/">The Wedding Co. - Indie Meets Couture Spring Show</a>. What a great experience - I truly enjoyed meeting the brides and showing them the clay flowers! I love to hear the reaction from those who have never seen clay blossoms before.</p><p>Interesting to see all of the 'wedding bloggers' come out to gather information, snap photos and inquire about clay flowers! If you are a blogger, or happen to see my work posted, PLEASE comment or send me a note at <a href="mailto:invitemecreative@rogers.com">invitemecreative@rogers.com</a> -- I really appreciate it! I look forward to hearing from you!<br /></p><p>Catherine, Stephanie and the other Wedding Co. staff are the best! They are so professional and a pleasure to work and be associated with - great job ladies!</p><p><br />More people to thank and introduce you to in the next few posts - off to get some dinner and recount a wonderful spring day at the show!</p>invitemecreativeannouncements.blogspot.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10784662414981660576noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2260970877997407685.post-50510924323648509982010-04-26T17:48:00.001-07:002010-04-26T17:58:52.045-07:00Open House - Thank You!<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_2rRBAexpb9o/S9Y0-S-kK9I/AAAAAAAAAXw/uOGUa1MH-tY/s1600/finished+arrangements.JPG"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 320px; FLOAT: right; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5464613442711464914" border="0" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_2rRBAexpb9o/S9Y0-S-kK9I/AAAAAAAAAXw/uOGUa1MH-tY/s320/finished+arrangements.JPG" /></a><br /><div><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_2rRBAexpb9o/S9Y0-PYV7BI/AAAAAAAAAXo/wm96rE5b9YU/s1600/the+before+shot.JPG"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 320px; FLOAT: right; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5464613441745841170" border="0" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_2rRBAexpb9o/S9Y0-PYV7BI/AAAAAAAAAXo/wm96rE5b9YU/s320/the+before+shot.JPG" /></a><br /><br /><div></div><div></div><div></div><div></div><div></div><div></div><div></div><div></div><div></div><div></div><div></div><div></div><div>A gracious Thank You to all who attended the Mother's Day Open House and Gift Sale yesterday! It wouldn't have been a success without you!<br /><br />Many have asked me about my inspiration and how I go about creating arrangements, so I wanted to give you a peek as to what the clusters of clay blossoms look like before they are arranged (see photo). I find my inspiration in many places: fashion (apparel), home fashion, all types of magazines, fresh floral and my own garden (as it blooms)! </div><div></div><div>I gathered a bunch of the arrangements before they were displayed for the sale and thought the burst of colour would make an interesting photo! If you missed the sale, several items will be listed on my <a href="http://www.invitemecreative.etsy.com/">etsy site</a> tomorrow. Which one is your favourite? </div></div>invitemecreativeannouncements.blogspot.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10784662414981660576noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2260970877997407685.post-22768124492846277192010-04-20T11:17:00.001-07:002010-04-20T11:42:35.013-07:00Such a fun day SCRAPBOXING!<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_2rRBAexpb9o/S830HwhXp-I/AAAAAAAAAXg/q_Nd3bqt3iM/s1600/four+-+my+faveA!.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 240px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5462290337191405538" border="0" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_2rRBAexpb9o/S830HwhXp-I/AAAAAAAAAXg/q_Nd3bqt3iM/s320/four+-+my+faveA!.JPG" /></a><br /><br /><div>It's taken a couple of days to recover and get down to business thanking Lisa and all of the organizing team behind <a href="http://www,scrapfest.ca/">ScrapFest</a> in Kitchener! Each year gets better and better - great to see so many ScrapFest participants with shopping bags brimming with the latest and the greatest goodies to make their projects and pages look great! Not to mention the talented group of teachers that I was fortunate enough to be alongside!<br /></div><div>Special thanks to Bobbi-Lynn and Christine for their assistance in my workshop. With each student bringing their own 5x7 photo, we giggled, encouraged each other and were pleasantly surprised (at the drying rack) how fabulous and unique each cluster of clay hydrangeas turned out! The whole rainbow of colours were tinted to co-ordinate, some even multi-toned to match with the photos. There were good giveaways when the room got too quiet (everyone was concentrating and working at their scrapbox components) and then...the big reveal! The projects looked GREAT - hope you were all pleased with your accomplishment!<br /><br />Thank you ladies for the opportunity to teach you a new skill, a fun project and to spend the afternoon with you! I hope to see you all again next year at ScrapFest.</div><div></div><br /><div>Great to also connect with some of my industry colleagues (and as busy as the Marketplace was) missed seeing a few others too. :( The very talented <a href="http://www.vickiboutin.typepad.com/">Vicki Boutin </a>was prepping for her class right beside mine - she is one creative gal - always great to see her! A pleasant surprise bumping into <a href="http://www.kellypanacci.com/">Kelli Panacci</a> - always loved her style and colour palette! Good to finally meet Alessandra from <a href="http://www.stix2kooltak.com/_home">Stix2 </a>and see Judy and Sheri from <a href="http://www.inapinchdesigns.com/">In A Pinch Designs</a> busy selling from their booth too. The <a href="http://www.scrappingturtle.com/">Scrapping Turtle </a>was super-busy with make n takes - loved that photo idea!</div><div></div><br /><div>Well, I am off to finish some flower projects that I have been working on last week - also some corsage photos to come...wedding and prom season are right around the corner! </div><div> </div><div>Love Spring!</div>invitemecreativeannouncements.blogspot.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10784662414981660576noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2260970877997407685.post-60121661200350803852010-04-11T13:49:00.000-07:002010-04-11T14:15:06.198-07:00Indie Meets Couture- The Spring Wedding Show<a href="http://theweddingco.com/"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 249px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5458985217323221954" border="0" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_2rRBAexpb9o/S8I2Idiow8I/AAAAAAAAAXY/q37O7sUH7JY/s320/SpringShowLogo%5B1%5D.JPG" /></a> I am very excited to be a part of this Spring Wedding Show - <strong>showcasing clay floral creations</strong> (bouquets, boutonnieres, corsages, hair flowers) <strong>and wedding stationery</strong> (invitations, thank you notes, specialty stationery). If you are getting married and live in southern Ontario, this is a wedding show that you won't want to miss!<br /><br />Join me on Saturday May 1st at <a href="http://www.thedrakehotel.ca/">The Drake Hotel </a> from 10am - 4pm. Invite Me! Creative Announcements will have a booth in The Underground Lounge. Hosted by <a href="http://www.theweddingco.com/">The Wedding Co.</a>, this "Indie Meets Couture" wedding show is for you if you are looking to infuse your wedding with some thing unconventional, chic or edgy...like clay flowers!<br /><br />Local artisans and finest wedding businesses will be showcasing their talents in downtown Toronto. The Drake Hotel is a very chic venue for this event and will be giving away a bridal shower (valued at $500) to one lucky bride - why not let that be you?!<br /><br />Hope to see you there!<br /><br /><br /><div></div>invitemecreativeannouncements.blogspot.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10784662414981660576noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2260970877997407685.post-40166475359257480892010-04-03T18:18:00.000-07:002010-04-03T18:28:22.304-07:00Happy Easter!<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_2rRBAexpb9o/S7fpn-mD3eI/AAAAAAAAAXQ/CIY9BuE7IH4/s1600/Easter12010.JPG"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 240px; FLOAT: right; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5456086346609450466" border="0" alt="" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_2rRBAexpb9o/S7fpn-mD3eI/AAAAAAAAAXQ/CIY9BuE7IH4/s320/Easter12010.JPG" /></a><br /><div><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_2rRBAexpb9o/S7fpnox_unI/AAAAAAAAAXI/QC3aKMiiHiA/s1600/Easter2010.JPG"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 240px; FLOAT: right; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5456086340753930866" border="0" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_2rRBAexpb9o/S7fpnox_unI/AAAAAAAAAXI/QC3aKMiiHiA/s320/Easter2010.JPG" /></a><br /><br /><div></div><br /><br /><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div>We're Waving Goodbye to Winter and Hello to Spring here in southern Ontario! WOW - unbelievably warm, sunny temperatures in the past few days - no one is complaining! Looks like the Easter Bunny will have lots of 'snow-free' spaces to hide the eggs and the kids will enjoy the festivities!</div><div> </div><div>I made some gift tags using Claycraft by DECO for some special Easter gifts - this clay is so versatile for so many gift-giving projects! I also included a photo of the scrumptious Easter Bunny cake that my mom made and served at our Easter dinner - yummy! As you can see, Mom is very creative too!</div><div> </div><div>Get outside - turn off the computer - and enjoy this fine Easter day!</div><div> </div><div>PS - just a reminder that ScrapFest is two weeks away - still a few spots in my class! We will create a keepsake shadowbox and learn how to make clay flower hydrangeas - great gift idea! (But you'll probably want to keep it for yourself!) Please join me in Kitchener - <a href="http://www.scrapfest.ca/">http://www.scrapfest.ca</a></div></div>invitemecreativeannouncements.blogspot.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10784662414981660576noreply@blogger.com0