Lipgloss and Lollipops
510 77 Ave SE T2H 1C3 Calgary, AB, Canada

It’s taken me a while to post anything on my business page... it’s been over a month. But it’s now been over a year since my business as a facepainting booth has been shut down due to Covid. And on the outside looking in, it probably seemed like I was doing alright. Trying to pivot my business into craft classes, making new art and cool things. But the truth is, sometime last month, with taking on new responsibilities, and not really realizing it, I crashed, burnt out, and... had a pretty big mental/emotional breakdown. It was a combination of things, and for a while, all I could think about was how guilty I felt for neglecting my business and not trying to just get back on the horse, and keep trying. But I couldn’t. I literally was paralyzed by depression and anxiety. I needed help. I felt like I was at ground zero. And for the most part I still am. I’m now just starting to come out of it. And with that, I realized I need to take some time away from my business to reassess everything, and put the focus on myself and my well being. There’s so much uncertainty still for me... and I just do not have the energy to make this a priority right now. But at the same time, I still wanted to let my clients, friends and family on here know why I’ve been absent, and why there have been no online classes like I promised. It’s actually been a source of anxiety for me, which is why I am posting this to my page. I value all of you and your support for my business; and I also value my business, so I feel l just owe you and myself an honest explanation, as well as assurance that I will come out the other side of all of this. But I do need to take a step back to care for myself. I’m not sure for how long... I’m just taking it one day at a time. Focusing on healing, focusing on my mental health and focusing on self care. I have a wonderful group of people around me to help me. And I am so grateful for that. And I hope I still have your support when I’m able to rock this business again. Thanks for reading my post. And thank you for your support and understanding.

Lipgloss and Lollipops has gone to the dogs!

Wednesday night we hosted our first ever virtual craft class on Facebook live in our new members only Maker Magik Group. I want to thank those who supported me and participated in this first class and share with you these pictures from some of our crafty members. We had so much fun and I can’t wait to do many more. For the next one I’m thinking sock puppets or a cardboard castle with secret rooms. But I want to hear from you, which crafts do you want to make? Ideas are always welcome and appreciated!

So excited about our free and fun online class this Wednesday, February10 @6:30 MST. It is going to be magical! We will be transforming ordinary sticks into magical wizard and fairy wands! If you still want to join, it’s not too late. I just need your name and email address to send you an invite! A supply list, and PDF instructions are included! Please PM me here or email your request to:... [email protected] This craft is appropriate for ages 7 - 12 years and requires the use of a hot glue gun, and may require adult supervision. Feel free to contact me with any questions!!! Here’s some pictures of the kits and an example of what we will be making. Come join the shenanigans!