Hoping all the mom’s had a wonderful Mother’s day!!!

We are fully engulfed into spring…these past day’s have been so beautiful! I just wanted to share some photos of our art and lettering class with “DORE”.  We have been enjoying the  kids on Wednesdays.  They made some beautiful cards for their moms, aunts, grandma’s, mother figures, teachers and so on….I have truly enjoyed watching the process and am so inspired by their work.   Now that the weather has been cooperating…the classes are being held outside in our patio.  I hope you can enjoy taking a class one of these days.  The classes are posted in “events”

Making Cards...Making More Cards....

Supplies...

Who doesn’t love playing with paper!!

Owl Mommas Workshop

We’re so grateful for the mention in Marley’s blog post, click here to see..http://www.thepartygoddess.com/2012/05/10/

Marley Majcher is the CEO of The Party Goddess, a full service catering and event planning company.  And even better, she’s a local girl from Pasadena, a true inspiration! She’s also an author, has made many appearances on television shows and contributed to various articles.  One thing really stands out to me after reading about her, she says to not only think outside the box, but forget a box exists. I just love that.

http://www.thepartygoddess.com/

Thank you Marley!

I have to share something special, something that I’ve experienced and will continue to do.  This very special thing is Mindfulness.

After I attended my session this week,  Ann shared that she would be holding a six week intro course starting Wed., May 2nd for new clients at her space in Altadena. I’m so happy to share this with you because it’s truly helped me in so many ways.  It’s been months now that I’ve been going, hopefully you’ll give it a try, what have you got to lose?

Here”s what she’s offering:

INTRODUCTION TO MINDFULNESS

During this six week introduction course, you will focus on practices that will help you develop a greater mind-body awareness and reduce stress.  You will learn how to incorporate these practices into your daily life, to become more aware and live more fully.

To enroll contact: Ann D’Angelo M.A., Mindfulness Educator

ann.dangelo@mindspring.com

http://bemindfulbreathe.com

Ann’s link is also located on the right side of this page under friends/sponsors.

Details: Wednesday mornings in Altadena , May 2-June 6, 9-10:30am, Cost $210

Mindfulness

timeless clocks by Luis Sanchez

succulents by gina

Such talented new artist have graced the nest…be inspired by our existing artist, new artist and the new items for your garden and home. We have the perfect hostess gifts just in time for Easter.

Organic Apothecary by Dirty Girl Gardening

color for the kitchen by SSS

bird feeders using reycled materials

therapy for the body by The Wellness Co

sterling necklace by Gloria Prins

What’s New at the Nest???

Belle’s Nest is excited to announce several upcoming workshops in partnership with local artists.  Two lovely woman known as DORE have joined our nest as artisans and instructors.  Their background, work ethic and creativity are so inspiring to us, we hope you will have the same sentiment as we do…treat yourself to an upcoming class, they have several to offer. One will surely peek your interest.

DORE is defined as a mixture of gold and silver. Two local Sierra Madre artists, collaborating together and with others, create works of art in multi-faceted mediums, and found the image of DORE to represent their vision of collaboration and creativity; where the work speaks for itself and there is no convention. This small collective of artists are rooted in the heritage of local Los Angeles in that they were exposed in early life to the work and teachings of the famed Immaculate Heart Sisters, and, in particular, Corita Kent.  In the College Art department, a set of rules written by Corita herself hung upon the wall that forever changed their lives.”  To read more visit their website…

See our complete lineup of workshops with DORE on our events page or in our Spring Workshops Flyer.

Also.. checkout the DORE website

Letter Writing…

Wisteria Sunday…

What is a seed bomb you ask???  Well, I had the same question. Seed Bombs are hallowed eggs, decorated  and filled with soil, Wildflower and Butterfly Garden, then topped with a piece of tissue sealed with egg white to create a biodegradable piece of art.

To celebrate the Spring Equinox, the lovely two artisans who make up DORE  made seed bombs to share with our customers as a wonderful gesture of kindness and rejuvenation  to welcome the coming of spring.  ”The idea of a seed bomb is to throw it hard into your garden or an empty urban scape and watch life grow”, says Dorothy of DORE.

A beautiful basket filled with new life… we just love spring!

new growth for the spring

Seed Bombs…

In this workshop, you will be stamping two different metals. Basic wire wrapping and simple oxidation techniques will be covered as well.  You will be provided with a 16″ or  18″ necklace to complete the special one of a kind necklace, made by you!

Date: Thursday, March 29

Time: 10-noon

Instructor:  Gloria Prins

Fee $48

What is your word? Inspirational Necklace Workshop

Little Bunnies Workshop with Zazu Faure