Ninna Lu

My Art Oasis

 

 

I had the idea to set up my crafts in the courtyard this past weekend. It was such a beautiful day that I decided to paint outside. It almost felt like an art project oasis for me. Definitely therapeutic and also filled my time while staying at home over the weekend. Although it was temporary, I easily put everything back in its place and my courtyard was back to normal again. Who knows, I could set up in the backyard next time I'm inspired to create. 

 

Below is the heart chakra I painted. 

If you missed the Instagram Live from @makeandtake_hostedbyninnalu,

we are having one on April 5th, Sunday which starts at 2pm:

Creative Social Distancing - A Virtual Event

 

Speaking of crafts, take a quick visit through my collection of DIY's for at home ideas:

Ninna Lu | DIY Art & Crafts

For free coloring pages and other handy craft projects, check out:

Mister Art Resources

 

I do have to share with you, going towards my third weekend of staying at home, staying productive has been a bit of a challenge. Simultaneously, gathering events have been postponed or cancelled, we are unable to share the art experience in real life to many people within our community. Summer is also approaching, and the uncertainty of not being able to share this craft with others is almost saddening to me. As a result, I am offering local deliveries of the Make and Take painting kits through Ninna Lu's Facebook page until April 26th, please shoot me a message if you're interested: https://www.facebook.com/Shopninnalu/

Thank you so much for all your continued support!

Stay healthy and safe.

~ marissa

A Make & Take Experience ~ n i n n a l u i n s p i r e d

 

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This year in 2020, in collaboration with The Creative Women's Group, we have compiled a schedule for upcoming 

Make & Take

experiences for those who'd love to create more as one of their intentions for the coming New Year!

Pictured below is Freya Krishnan (left), co-founder of The Creative Women's Group;

Coleen Wallam (middle), of Essential Oils with Coleen,

and myself (right), of Ninna Lu.

As one of the options of these make & take experiences is the DIY of Healing Stone Wreaths.

Picture examples of the event are below along with the 2020 schedule.

Join us and we look forward to meeting and creating with you!

 

Display samples for inspiration.

 

OR 

you also have the option of creating or enhancing a Healing Stone desktop holder below:

 

 

 

Each stone is provided a card detailing its healing properties.

 

The Beautiful Center is our make and take venue for the Sacramento region. 

Note: Other make and take experiences may be scheduled to occur simultaneously aside from the

DIY Healing Stone Wreaths.

 

2020 Schedule

(Due to the COVID 19 Emergency, all events are currently on hold.)

March 22nd, 2020, Sunday at 2:00 to 5:00pm

September 19, 2020, Saturday at 2:00 to 5:00pm

December 5, 2020, Saturday at 2:00 to 5:00pm

 

A Bay Area version will also be scheduled on June 20th, 2020, Saturday. Time and place is TBD.

 

 

 

For a private make & take event, email ninnalu.inspired@gmail.com.

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@thecreativewomensgroup

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@ninnalu.inspired

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Stay tuned as more details are to come!

Thank you so much for visiting.

~ marissa

 

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A Make & Take Experience | The Creative Women's Group Craft Event

 

 

   A unique make & take experience was held at El Dorado Hills, CA for The Creative Women's Meetup Group where co-founder, Freya Chapman, decided to DIY healing stone wreaths and share the relaxing experience with other women within the group. Food, drinks, and conversations were shared. It was an overall successful event and we would like to continue this in the Fall this year and call it Harvest Themed Healing. 

 

 

 

Pictured above is to show sample ideas of what can be done with these healing stones. 

 

 

Our craft table with supplies all in one area. 

 

 

A lesson is being learned in this picture.

 

 

Ana created a moon-shaped wreath for her little boy's room.

 

 

Teresa chose a simple 6" wreath with an amethyst stone.

 

 

Ali decided to make one for her amazing friend.

 

Creative women in action.

 

 

Freya actually made three! Two are pictured here.

 

 

This 12" moon shaped wreath was made with a rose quartz stone. You can find these and many other healing stone wreaths at Uptown Market on 1409 Del Paso Boulevard on one of these Saturdays:

August 24th, August 31st, September 7, October 12, November 9, December 7, December 21

 

 

Thank  you so much for visiting.

~ marissa

A Make & Take Experience | Sacramento SPCA Spring Craft Pawty

   

    A special private Make & Take event was held in partnership with the Sacramento SPCA at their Spring Craft Pawty on May 23, 2019 to help animals in need. Eight pet related designs to choose from, exclusively curated by Kristi, Special Events Manager of the Sacramento SPCA, guests were able to also choose from a plain wooden surface or a bright white 11 x 16 wood surface to paint their masterpiece with four to five different chalk paint colors. Supplies to create your art were also provided. The craft pawty consisted of a tour of the Sacramento SPCA facility and kitten play session with snacks and beverages too for the guests.

 

 

 

 

The most popular design that evening was the pitbull art design. 

Pictured above is our furry guest, Oliver, a real pitbull, Kristi's furry baby. Six guests took turns to paint their pitbull wooden masterpiece, frame included, not pictured is Kristi.

 

You have to love the little chihuahua design!

 

 

Lovers of cats were also there that evening!

 

 

Some chose to not frame their art and chose to go rustic with their piece.

 

If you'd like to collaborate or partner for a make & take private event, please kindly send an email to Marissa at ninnalublog@gmail.com.

Otherwise find us at your nearby local community marketplace below!

 

The River City Marketplace at Fremont Park, Sacramento ~ March 28, May 2, & October 10, 2020

The River City Marketplace at Drake's Barn, West Sacramento ~ December 19, 2020

 

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Thank you so much for reading!

~ marissa

A Make and Take Experience

      

For my January birthday this year, I wanted to offer my guests a make and take experience. 

DIY Materials: Chalkboard painted plywood, ArtMinds stencils, brushes, paint, and we made our own chalk paste.

 

   Here is yet an addition to Ninna Lu's collection of DIY blog posts. I'm a proven fact that you can never get tired of doing arts and crafts. As craft trends change, Michael's rolls with it. Then there is my newly discovered, Chalk Couture specifically designed to sell chalk transfers, chalk paste, and other chalk related accessories. I do have to say that Chalk Couture's transfer designs are quite adorable even with some vintage vibe. So many brands to choose from for arts & crafts these days!

   

Welcome Chalk Transfer can be purchased at Chalk Couture.

 

 

   If you're interested in a Make and Take experience and you are local to the El Dorado Hills area, please email me at ninnalublog@gmail.com. Feel free to look over my DIY portfolio in my blog to get other make and take ideas that can be done as a group at the comfort of a home for any occasion.

Thank you so much for reading!

~ marissa