Roses in the Snow Registration Open Today!

 I am thrilled to open registration today for

"Roses in the Snow"

A Cozy Cottage Christmas event!

November 15-17th 2013

Mount Dora, Florida

I can hardly wait to open the doors once again to welcome artists from around the country to my Cozy cottage in historic Mount Dora, Florida.  The projects are DIVINE, intricate and extra special!  It is sure to be a weekend full of friendship and fun...

I am proud to present the project I will be teaching....

The Frozen Charlotte Christmas Shrine! 

Created using an altered vintage book, this is a one of a kind art piece that shall bring "Joy to the World!"....

Display it in your favorite place and let her bring "Christmas Wishes" and "Snowflake Kisses" to all who gaze upon her.

Featuring special details and plenty of bling, a sweet Charlotte and bottle brush tree are nestled among the snow...

Sweet Charlotte is bundled in her winter scarf, ready for the holiday season..

I am honored to have Tampa artist and incredible friend Molly Knox to present and teach this weekend as well!  She will guide you in making this beautiful "Blushing Rose Bangle."  

Soft pink and blue hues and gorgeous fabric roses make this a beautiful compliment to any outfit...

Also joining me to teach is my dear friend and talented Fort Lauderdale artist Judy Stafford. She brought to life the exact vision I had in mind for an extra special project...

Presenting, "The Crowned Rose Necklace"   

A pearl rose is placed within a deco style watch face and is crowned with rhinestone beauty!

Weekend Details:

The fee for this special weekend is $350 and includes all projects, a tea luncheon at the stunning Garden Gate Tearoom, a dessert soiree on Friday evening, dinner Saturday evening,  and lots of surprises and take home gifts.

SPACE IS LIMITED!  I wish not to  turn away anyone,  but the Cozy Cottage is only big enough for so many!  If you wish to reserve your spot, log into Pay Pal and make your Pay Pal payment right away to

pageoflove@aol.com

If you do not use Pay Pal, I can accept your credit card  payment personally!  Just email me!

You can find me on Facebook at

Karen Ricucci Hillman

or

Photography by Karen Paige Hillman

Once you are on board I will  email you with more information including places to stay etc.

If you are planning on flying, the closest airport to Mount Dora is Orlando.

Can't wait to see you all and share Christmas Magic!

xoxoxox Karen

ROSES IN THE SNOW, OPENING REGISTRATION!

REGISTRATION OPENS THIS SUNDAY, JULY 14  

Come back and visit for project line up and details!

I am so excited about the response already!  Lots of out of state artists are joining the fun!  

I love keeping a small and intimate vibe at my events..

makes it so special and meaningful....

THIS SHALL FILL FAST...only 20 spots.

So if you are interested, please sign up as soon as you can!

Published in Mingle Magazine!

I am blissfully honored to have my Cozy Cottage Christmas event published in the Summer, 2013 issue of Mingle Magazine!

It is a gorgeous publication which features artful events around the country and seeing my feature overwhelmed my heart with joy..

I am presenting A Cozy Cottage Christmas 2, Roses in the Snow this November!  Would love for you to join me...All details coming soon.  xoxoxo

Flora Bella Weekend Retreat! September 27-29, 2013

I am beyond thrilled  to host and announce this special art retreat weekend!

To be held in the lovely central Florida town of Micanopy,  this is a weekend all about the beauty of flowers....

Our home away from home for the weekend shall be the gorgeous HERLONG MANSION!

Visit the website here:
herlong.com

The featured  project will be presented by the talented Cassandra VanCuren!  

I am certain if you are here on my blog,  you know and follow the works of Cassandra.  

 She is one of the most creative spirits I know who is full of artful knowledge!

Visit her at:
www.artfuladventuresphotography.com

 This is your chance to take part in a weekend beyond imagination...


The featured project is The Flora Bella Bodice... an intricate and divine art piece!  You will  create your own hanging dress form beyond imagination!  

You will learn many different fabric flower techniques which will embellish this decoupaged dress form...  The kit provided will allow you to be the master creator from start to finish......

It is a breathtaking piece of art for you to hang and display year round..perhaps in your art studio, your bedroom, a powder room, a guest room etc!

After breakfast Sunday morning I will be teaching some  floral and herbal home made bath products!  When you return back home that evening you can relax and escape in a long hot bath and savor the memories of this special weekend!

Here are some details about the weekend:

$275 includes all of the project materials, lunch both Saturday and Sunday, and a sit down dinner Saturday night.  This fee can be sent to Karen through Paypal at pageoflove@aol.com.  

The mansion has several rooms ranging in price from $119-$189 per night.  You are responsible for booking your own room.  The rooms can accommodate 2-3 people.  The rooms will fill quickly so be sure and call to reserve your room right away.  Let them know you are with The Flora Bella Art group.

Micanopy is a wonderful historic town with many antique shops.  If you would like to shop, we encourage you to arrive a day early!  Due to the special nature of this one of a kind project, we will want  to spend all day Saturday and most of Sunday at the retreat.

If you have attended one of my events before you will be receiving a complete detailed email about Flora Bella.  If you are not on my email list and would like to be, contact me here through my blog or you may email me at pageoflove@aol.com

Can't wait for this beautiful weekend getaway with special friends!  Would love to see you there!!

xoxo Karen

Published in Creating Vintage Charm!

I am honored that my Beauty in Blue event, story and photos have been featured in the May issue of Creating Vintage Charm Magazine! 

 This is a gorgeous publication full of inspiration!

You can order the magazine here:
www.creatingvintagecharm.com

A beautiful  8 page spread showcasing an unforgettable weekend in Texas, along with the work and creations of other amazing artists around the country!

If you are an artist who loves to create, you will find bliss in the middle pages of this magazine every month!  

They exist for your crafting pleasure and I do believe this is a little added gift given within each publication!

Thank you Sonia for this eye candy magazine which pleases the artists soul!!!

Birdsong 3!

 I have just returned from my friend Karla Nathan's Birdsong event!

karlascottage.typepad.com

How can one put in to words the amazing beauty of being within an art studio beyond description?  And on top of that, being in the presence of one of this world's most talented artist's ever??

That would be my friend,  Karla Nathan...

 I found myself feeling more inspired within this place than I have ever felt in my years of being a creative artist/ spirit....

I wonder if Karla really realizes her impact on  the artists who gather at her event.... we all leave with the inspiration to follow your dreams, and follow your art..where ever it may lead  you...

And we have you to thank sweet Karla..

I shall be a Birdsong QUEEN FOREVER!

A cozy little seat in the art studio...

Beauty is stacked to the ceiling!!!!

Everywhere a bird shall greet you!!

I found myself LOST in every single place of Karla's studio... 
BEAUTY  Surrounds...

I can't wait to return!!!!  Thank you Karla for a weekend beyond words..

Lovely Lampshade!

I will post some better photos soon ... I had a little weekend getaway to my incredible artist friend Molly's house and we created covered lampshades!  

I only had my I phone, and these aren't the best photos,  but this can give you an idea...we had wire lampshades and covered them with fabric and hankies, etc!

We lightly painted over it with a fabric stiff medium and embellished to our liking!!!  

What a FUN and Fabulous project!!  This one shall hang in my cozy cottage!!