Whatever Happened to That One?

I hope everyone enjoyed their Thanksgiving holiday weekend.  I managed to indulge in anything I saw fit for consumption all weekend long and now need to find a way to shrink my stomach back to a normal size.  Suggestions anyone?

Feeling a bit nostalgic, I'm going to dig back in the Reenie Rose vault of projects and revisit a painting I haven't posted about in ages....

Remember this one?  Well, it was a gift, and the thing with gifts is that they can get pushed down the priority scale.  Knowing that I was going to see these friends this Thanksgiving, I got my butt into gear, and viola....a long awaited finished painting.

Flowers by Creations by Lily

Lately it seems that I haven't had the chance to personally witness the unveiling of a painting to a client, so it was refreshing to my spirit to witness Dani and Michael love their gift in front of me.  Of course, I neglected to capture it on camera.  On the other hand, I did capture something worth thanking them for....

Thank you, Dani and Michael, for providing an amazing Thanksgiving spread!  I hope your painting brightens all of your days.  xoxo

Coloring Flowers

I hope everyone enjoyed the holiday weekend, and for those Chicagoans, a non-rainy day.  I did not color any Easter eggs this year, but I have been painting a lot lately.  I think this painting is so appropriate for the season....doesn't it look like a bunch of colorful eggs emerging?  The pinks and yellows scream spring to me....now if we could just get the weather to catch up.

April Event #2

A quarter of the way through this event fest marathon.  As promised, I am reporting back to you about last nights Spring Bridal Bash at the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum.  It was quite a lovely event with good food, music and people.  Check out these beautiful tablescapes by Botanicals....

Here's my cute little setup...

There were so many great people to talk to last night that I didn't get very far on my painting, but that's a good thing, right?

Now for April Event #2....
This coming Sunday, April 10th from 1-5pm, I will be painting on site again at Christine Noelle Design.  The studio is hosting the Bridal Bouquet Trend Show which will feature the top 10 bridal bouquet trends for the spring season.  I stopped by the studio today to check it out, and let me tell you, it is a stunning space that I am truly excited to work in.  Here's the invite:

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Keeping a nice steady pace with these events.  I hope I'll get to see you on Sunday, but if not, stay tuned for tomorrow's post for another special Reenie Rose viewing reminder.
Happy Weekend!

April Event #1- Spring Bridal Bash

The first two weeks of April are packed full of events and happenings for me.  It feels like I'm running a mini-marathon and each event is a mile marker....guess that means I'm only running a 4 mile marathon?  Eh, who's keeping count.  I guess the marathon challenge I'm giving myself is to blog about the event I will be participating in, and then write a "post event" blog the following day with info about the next event, and so on and so on.

The first event is tonight (Thursday) at the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum from 5-8pm.  I will be painting on site during the event that will be featuring a slew of Chicago's top vendors.  LOLA Event Productions has put together a fantastic spread that includes a few of my favorite vendors:  Botanicals, Foodie Registry, Take the Cake and Toast & Jam.  

Click above to view the full invite

 I mentioned that I will also be painting at this event.  My new project is a gift for a couple that is very special to me.  Michael, the groom is a childhood friend of the family that is practically like a cousin to me, and Dani the bride is the sweetest girl I know....literally.  She is a baker in the St. Louis area that has started her own business creating custom cakes, cookies and cupcakes.  Being a part of the wedding industry is a special thing, and Sweet Pea's Cakes is certainly going to make it's mark as a go-to bakery vendor.

Back to the painting....Dani and Michael's bouquet painting is just sketched in, but painting starts tonight at the Spring Bridal Bash.  My plan is to have an update of the painting and event posted tomorrow.  Got my running shoes on and I'm hydrated....bring on mile one!! 

 

Tipping Cake

You know the saying "When it rains, it pours?"  Well, that kind of happens with me and blogging.  Either I'm scraping for something to share or I have a pile that's tipping over.  I currently have a pile gathered, but I'm just going to pull a couple of things off the top and spread the rest out for later.

It's Wednesday, and I am just now getting the chance to report on an event I participated in a week ago.  I was lucky enough to be a part of the White Luxury Event at Weddings 826 last week to celebrate their annual event and owner, Suzi's, 5th anniversary.  Champagne and white Russians were being passed around while brides wandered around all of the beautiful items Weddings 826 has to offer and mingled with vendors sharing their bridal services.

Besides myself, there were some fantastic vendors in attendance that are worth mentioning and passing onto those around you....

-Chicago Avenue Salon-  I met Sarah who is not only an incredibly kind and worldly individual, but is also the salons' lead Educator.
-Dilly Lily-  I've been wanting to get in touch with this acclaimed florist for some time now, and it just so happens they provided all of the floral touches at the event.  Gorgeous!
-Poetic Weddings- I was at a wedding this past weekend (more details about that shortly) and one thing was confirmed...a videographer is a must!  Dad's home video skills just won't cut it.
-Sine Qua Non (SQN Special Events)- A hidden gem!  With over 10 years of experience in the event planning industry, Beth Bernstein and her business partner have created some absolutely beautiful weddings worth taking a look at.

Big CONGRATULATIONS and THANK YOU to Suzi for allowing me to participate in such a special event.  I can't wait to work with her again.

In other news, I've updated my website with Karen and Brandon's painting.  You've seen the painting, and I've thanked Trish at Grapevine Floral many times, so now it's time to mention the photographer.  Wes Craft at Modern Image Studio graciously provided me with some fantastic shots of Karen and Brandon on their big day.  More of his work is likely going to show up on my website here and there, so keep a look out for some beautious images.

And finally, a Labor day weekend filled with love.  My family drove down to St. Louis to attend the wedding of Dani and Michael.... very close family friends.  This cute pair is a culinary delight: Michael is a sous chef and Dani is a baker.  Together they are sweetness that was beautifully symbolized by their four tiered wedding cake that Dani had a hand in creating...lots of flowers were made.

Bouquets tossed aside, can you think of a better gift to give this couple to remember their day?  I know I can.....