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Here at Suzie Q's, we've got Valentine's and GALentine's Gift Ideas for whichever special day you celebrate.
What's GALentine's Day you might be wondering? GALENTINE'S DAY (celebrated on February 13th) is even better than Valentine's Day because it's the time to CELEBRATE all the Super-Special Ladies in your life!
As you can see here, we've got lots of Valentine's and GALentine's Gift Ideas for whichever special day you celebrate...
Don't forget Trollbeads for the guys in your life...
We've got Barefoot Venus too!
Suzie Q Studio is OPEN Friday-Sunday, 9AM-5PM... and there's lots of FREE PARKING too!
Hope to drop by this weekend to find all your GALentine's and Valentine's Day gifts.
~ Suzie Q 
… For All The FAB Beady FUN!!!
A BIG Thank YOU to everyone who came to Suzie Q Studio for our Trollbeads Glass Artisan Event! It was truly dazzling to see rods of glass being melted, twisted and turned into miniature pieces of one-of-a-kind glass art... pretty amazing!
For those of you who also took advantage of some Super-Sweet Trollbeads SPECIALS, I wish you much enjoyment from your recent Troll acquisitions!
The oh-so-lovely Ms. Mariela came all the way from Trollbeads Head Quarters in Princeton, New Jersey to enchant us with her glass bead making skills. From the sounds of the “oohs” and “aahs”, everyone was amazed and mesmerized!
See Mariela in ACTION in this short VIDEO… WOW, right?!
Pictured here is Marie, having her custom glass bead created by Mariela.
Marie is one of my earliest Trollbeads collectors, starting way back in 2003 or 04, when my shop was located in a little bright orange and chartreuse house, off-the-beaten-track, on 10th Ave. SE in the charming neighbourhood of Inglewood.
Marie has also taken a lot of Suzie Q jewellery-making classes and has created all kinds of wonderful, handcrafted jewellery… There’s always lots of fun to be had when Marie comes to visit!
This is Liz G. Liz is a longtime, avid Trollbeads Collector. She loves her Trollbeads to be big ’n’ chunky, just like me!
Liz is from Argentina so she asked Mariela to create an over-sized glass bead in the colours of the Argentinian flag… very cool idea, Liz!
The bead Mariela made was on the large side, as requested, so it had to cool down slowly overnight in a special blanket. When Liz returned on Sunday to pick up her “Flag” bead, as you can tell from her expression, she was thrilled with the results!
Shown above and below are only some of the glass beads that Mariela made. Some of the beauties went home with their owners before I could snap a PIC, but the ones that I was able to take pictures of, are very unique, representing a different story for each person, which is one of the best things about individually, handcrafted Trollbeads, especially with the beads that Mariela made for all of us who participated.
Can you guess which one is mine?
As you may have noticed, A LOT of people requested oversize glass beads to be made and Mariela happily complied… YAY!
I’ve always been of the opinion that, “Bigger is Best”, so of course, the glass bead that Mariela created for me is the largest one shown in these pics, featuring two of my favourite colours: bright orange and light blue :-D
Rae Parry, Director of Artist Relations for Beads of Courage Canada was on hand at our Trollbeads Glass Artisan Event to explain the Beads of Courage program to attendees of the event.
Rae is an incredible glass bead artisan herself and created all of the beads in the necklace that she’s wearing in the above photo-collage, including the whimsical “sock-monkey” bead… isn’t it sweet?
To hear about the Beads of Courage program, and to see Rae in action with her glass bead-making expertise, please check out the VIDEO below.
The proceeds from the sales of the custom glass beads that Mariela created will be going to Beads of Courage Canada and I’m happy to announce that $850.00 will be donated to this truly amazing program... A big “Thank You” to everyone who participated and generously donated to such a worthwhile cause!
Beads of Courage Canada from Beads of Courage-Canada on Vimeo.
Thanks to everyone who entered our Trollbeads Glass Artisan PRIZE DRAW!
The WINNERS are as follows:
“Wishful Sky” Limited Edition Trollbeads Bracelet: Georgette F!
“Northern Lights” People’s Bead: Lynn Ann G.
Trollbeads Canvas Tote Bag: Liz G.
CONGRATULATIONS!
Suzie Q Studio is OPEN Friday-Sunday, 9AM-5PM... and there's lots of FREE PARKING too!
Hope to see you there this weekend.
~ Ho! Ho! Ho! Suzie Q 
The Crossroads Market Ltd. is Calgary's "Hidden Gem" of Shops, with tasty eats, as well as unique and eclectic "gifty" items, including Suzie Q Studio, of course!
Amber from BT Breakfast Television takes you on a tour of a small sampling of what’s in-store for you when you visit the Crossroads Market, FEATURING a VISIT with ME at my shop… Suzie Q Studio! >>> Unique Holiday Finds at the Crossroads Market.
You can also find lots of yummy treats at the Crossroads Market...
Meet the Oh-So-Lovely, Crossroads Christmas Tree Gal, Elise! Because she's outdoors selling her beautiful 🎄trees🎄, she decided to keep warm in style with a Suzie Q Swarovski SPARKLE Toque... Get yours (available in various colours) before they're all all gone!
After doing your Xmas shopping at the Crossroads, you can visit Elise at the Crossroads Christmas Tree Lot to pick up your fresh and fab seasonal tree!
Every Saturday and Sunday for the month of December from 11am-3pm, The Crossroads Market will have Spin to Win outside the market office door -- maybe you'll win a Suzie Q Studio gift certificate!
The Crossroads Market also offers Kids Holiday Crafts every Saturday in December from 10am-12pm. Join them outside their office to make fun holiday crafts like: paper snowflakes, Christmas cards, button wreaths, ornaments, string art on paper plates & mini yarn toques.
Want more information? Check out The Crossroads Market website>>>
You can find all your last minute Christmas gifts and treats at The Crossroads Market in Calgary. It's Calgary's hidden gem... but maybe not for long.
Suzie Q Studio and The Crossroads Market are OPEN Friday-Sunday, 9AM-5PM... and there's lots of FREE PARKING too!
Hope to see you there this weekend.
~ Ho! Ho! Ho! Suzie
Join Trollbeads and Suzie Q Studio for an amazing display of creativity and talent to see how every glass Trollbeads comes to life!
At our GLASS ARTISAN EVENT on Saturday, December 1, 10am-4pm, Trollbeads Glass Artist, Mariela Chavez, will show you how a single flame is used to manipulate rods of glass in ways to create the exquisite colours, bubbles, stripes, flowers and patterns that Trollbeads are famous for. You will be mesmerized by the meditative flow of fire and molten glass!
During this event, Mariela will be creating 15 Custom-Designed Glass Trollbeads. You can work with Mariela to design a bead of your very own!
What kind of glass bead would you have Mariela create for YOU?
Not sure what to ask for? You can always consult with Glass Artisan's Mariela's expert creativity; after all, she was trained by Trollbeads founder, Lise Aagaard, herself!
How can you be ONE of the "LUCKY 15" to have Trollbeads Custom-Designed glass bead created for YOU or a loved one?
FYI... Proceeds from the sale of the 15 Custom-Designed glass Trollbeads will be donated to Beads of Courage.
What is Beads of Courage about? Executive Director for Beads of Courage Canada, Victoria Plouffe explains the program in this heart-touching VIDEO:
The Custom-Designed Glass Artisan Trollbeads will be created throughout the day of the event on December 1st, approximately 3 beads/hour, and, just to let you know, they won't have a sterling silver core insert in them, which I think will make these creations all the more unique!
If you'd like to be one of the "LUCKY 15" to have a glass Trollbead created just for you, here's the SCOOP...
• The COST of each of the 15 Custom-Designed Glass Trollbeads is a $50.00 Donation to Beads of Courage (if you wish to make a bit larger donation, it would be greatly appreciated!)
• Be ONE of the first of 15 Trollbeads Fans to email me with the FOLLOWING INFO at: suzie@suzieqbbb.com
1. Name
2. Phone #
3. Time of Day that you'd prefer to attend the event to consult with the Glass Artisan to create your bead OR if you have a flexible schedule and can attend anytime during the event.
4. The amount that you wish to donate to Beads of Courage, $50.00 min.
5. Everyone who sends an email request to be ONE of the "Lucky 15" will receive a reply, either way.
GOOD LUCK!
For information about our AMAZING Trollbeads Glass Artisan Event SPECIAL OFFERS & PRIZES, please CLICK on this >>> LINK
Don’t miss this rare and wonderful chance to observe rods of coloured glass being heated, twisted and combined to create the unique glass Trollbeads you love, and to take advantage of some incredible TROLLBEADS $AVINGS, just in time for Holiday Gift Giving!
... OF STRENGTH, HONOUR AND HOPE, which sums up what Beads of Courage stands for.
Here's the Mission Statement for Beads of Courage:
"Caring for children coping with serious illness, their families and clinicians by helping them to RECORD, TELL and OWN their story of COURAGE through beads."
Because of my lifelong connection and passion for beads, Trollbead's main theme of "Every Bead Has A Story" and Beads of Courage's "Every Bead Tells a Story of Strength, Honour & Hope", I came up with an idea for our upcoming Trollbeads Glass Artisan Event. I decided to pull this trilogy of "Bead Love" together and donate the proceeds from Mariela's "You-Design" custom glass Trollbeads, which she'll create when she's here in Calgary at my shop, to Beads of Courage!
It seems to me to be the synergistic thing to do, and after reading through the story of Beads of Courage below, I hope you'll think so too.
In a nutshell, this explains a bit more of how the program works:
"What is the Beads of Courage Program? The Program is a resilience-based intervention designed to support and strengthen children and families coping with serious illness. Through the program members tell their story using colourful beads as meaningful symbols of courage that they receive to honour and acknowledge each step of their treatment journey. Beads are given according to a program specific program bead guide. For milestones in their treatment journey, they receive handmade one-of-a-kind glass beads that are donated by members of the International Society of Glass Bead-Makers (ISGB)."
For a more "visual" idea of the Beads of Courage program, please take a look at this touching and poignant VIDEO:
Beads of Courage Canada from Beads of Courage-Canada on Vimeo.
Isn't this video heart-warming and inspiring?
Interested in getting involved in this wonderful program? Here's one way, if you enjoy making stuff...BEADS OF COURAGE DONATIONS.
If you're not a maker but you'd still like to contribute, please check out the Beads of Courage "CARRY A BEAD" program. It's a way to participate in a very cool way! Check it out by Clicking on this Link: CARRY A BEAD Program.
On Saturday, December 1, from 10am - 4pm join us at Suzie Q Studio at the Crossroads Market in Calgary for a special Trollbeads Glass Artisan event! 
Mariela Chaves was taught the art of glass bead making by one of the founders of Trollbeads, Lise Aagaard.
Born and raised in the Dominican Republic, Mariela joined the Trollbeads team in November of 2014. Apart from being a full-time employee at Trollbeads United States HQ, Mariela has dedicated herself to glass making and enjoys the artistry and personalization of creating unique glass beads. She finds tremendous inspiration for her glass bead making (also know as "lampworking) in her two kids, as well as Latin music and culture. “I enjoy the beauty behind working with glass and observing its beautiful nature. When demonstrating bead making with others I am able to pass on the love of creating a bead that speaks to each individual. Every bead truly has its own story”.
Don’t miss this chance to watch Mariela create Trollbeads glass beads right before your eyes. See coloured rods of glass being heated, twisted and combined to create gorgeous Trollbeads glass beads. 
Here's a short preview of what you'll see...
Hope you can join us on Saturday, December 1, from 10am to 4pm at Suzie Q Studio. ~ xo Suzie ❤️
Welcome to the world of Barefoot Venus… Be prepared to glow like the Goddess (or Witch 🎃) that you are! 
Using Mother Nature's legendary powers to beautify the body and help heal the spirit, 3 Alberta-born sisters, who now live in Kelowna, BC, started crafting bath and body products in 1999, using the finest natural emollients & plant derived ingredients. All are consciously crafted to provide serious skin treatments & a wildly angelic experience.
Now available at Suzie Q Studio, Barefoot Venus makes a luxurious gift 🎁 for yourself, the Goddess-Gals in your life and even Halloween Witches!
Suzie Q Studio is located at the Crossroads Market, #145-2635 26 Ave. SE and OPEN Friday-Sunday, 9AM-5PM>>>Directions to Suzie Q Studio.
~ Suzie 😘💕❤️
I just got back from a short Thanksgiving trip to Kelowna and brought back a huge suitcase full of Barefoot Venus! It's a luscious line of botanically based beauty and personal care products made right in Kelowna. We'll have them all unpacked and set up for you by the time we open this weekend.... 
Suzie Q Studio is located at the Crossroads Market, #145-2635 26 Ave. SE and OPEN Friday-Sunday, 9AM-5PM>>>Directions to Suzie Q Studio.
Hope you'll drop by Suzie Q's this weekend, and discover your inner goddess! ~ Suzie ❤️
I adore Iris Apfel. To me, she is pure inspiration and the purses and tote bags that just arrived at Suzie Q Studio remind me of her bold, live-out-loud, "Iris Attitude"!
If you're not familiar with Iris Apfel, she is a wise, style icon who is well into her nineties and still going strong! To get a small taste of what she's all about, take a look at this fab VIDEO...
HOTCAKES DESIGN is Deco-flavoured
There are lots of new treasures at Suzie Q Studio at the Crossroads Market in Calgary... purses, tote bags, leggings, shawls, art journals and more! It's never too early to start your hunt for those unique holiday gifts.
Suzie Q Studio is located at the Crossroads Market, #145-2635 26 Ave. SE and OPEN Friday-Sunday, 9AM-5PM>>>Directions to Suzie Q Studio.
Get 'em while you can... before the BEADS ️FLY AWAY!!!
All Beads and Jewelry-Making Supplies are 50% OFF* from September 7 - 16 only!
(*This offer isn't available on TROLLBEADS or Jewelry.)
I am launching a NEW BEADY CONCEPT. This means that all Jewelry-Making BEADS, COMPONENTS, CHAIN, etc., will no longer be available at Suzie Q Studio after September 16th. The "Beady Stuff" will return soon to the shop in a NEW FORMAT... YAY!
Here's Lynn to tell you more about this fabulous sale...
Check out this video for an ultra-easy necklace using CHAIN... perfect timing because all Suzie Q chain is on sale at 50% OFF, but only until September 16th... GET IT WHILE YOU CAN!
DON'T MISS OUT on adding some unique beads, etc. to your Bead Stash!
