Valerie's Workshop

'Tis the Season to be Grateful! Science shows the benefits of being thankful in our everyday lives. In this segment, Valerie is interviewed by Dannika Lewis of WISC in Madison, WI. Interested in holding a gratitude card workshop? Email Valerie today ! The art of gratitude: Doctors say giving thanks improves your health

'Tis the Season to be Grateful ... to share peace, love and joy with your loved ones. Why not tell them with a card? Join me at Java Cat,  Mondays, Dec. 11 & 18  from 7:30 am - 1:30 pm Enjoy your favorite beverage and create your own card(s). All materials provided. This is a FREE event and open to the public. This event is hosted by  Valerie's Workshop, LLC  and  Java Cat , Located at 3918 Monona Dr, Madison, Wisconsin 53716 #valsgratitudechallenge

I had the privilege of recording and producing this track written and performed by Jonny Layne featuring harmonies by his sister, Becca Reynolds. Becca is one of the four  JingleGals  of  WVMO , aspiring singer/songwriter and also a small business owner. She sincerely hopes her brother will move to Wisconsin for med school. Jonny wrote this song in 2011 on a trip to see Becca and her three daughters, featured in the photograph and in the lyrics. Listen now ... and try not to listen more than once! You'll be swaying to the beat be the second verse.

Mark your calendar. Due to public demand ... Two additional Gratitude Card make and take sessions have been scheduled in the next seven days. (Friday, Nov. 17 at Monona Public Library and Monday, Nov. 20 at Java Cat.) Hope to see you at least one session! These events are free and open to the public. All materials are provided. Children are encouraged to participate. Hosted by Valerie's Workshop. For more information, contact Valerie .

The taste of fresh squeezed lemonade on a hot summers day. That's the first thing that comes to mind for me when I think of lemons. But did you know lemons can do so much more than quench your thirst?  L emon  ( Citrus limon )  Essential Oil,   has been used in  Ayurvedic medicine for thousands of years. Native to Asia, lemons have been used for everything from preventing infectious disease to use as a digestive aid, and from mood boosters to skin cleansers. You can cook with it, clean with it and even cheer yourself up with it. Did you know ... 1000 lemons are required to make 1 lb. of essential oil! I've created a list of the top 5 reasons why I think Lemon Essential Oil should be one of your first essential oils. It's an oil you can use everyday in multiple ways and isn't too hard on the pocket book. A few drops can do a lot! Without further ado ... Top 5 Reasons to use Lemon Essential Oil 1. Detoxification lemon stimulates the drainage o...

'Craft' conmigo por la Dia de los Muertos Monday, October 24, 2017  10-11:30am Monona Public Library Meeting Room 1000 Nichols Rd, Madison, WI 53716 Using paper, crayons/markers, paper plates and other materials, we'll create festive sugar skull masks to adorn to get into the spirit of Dia de los Muertos. Or, if you're not feeling that crafty, simply color a page to decorate your home. This event is free, open to the public, and all supplies will be provided. Children are welcome and encouraged to attend.  Questions? Simply email  info@valeriesworkshop.com.  Or see the event page on Facebook .

Now scheduling Fall Color Mini Sessions! Friday, Oct. 27 ~ 7am-7pm 🍂   🍁 Fall color photo mini sessions.  🍂  Friday, 7am-7pm. I’ll travel just about anywhere in the greater dane county area and bring the perfe ct fall props to complement your shoot (wool blankets, vintage Madison crates, and more)!  🍁   Message me for details . Looking forward to seeing you Friday.  🎃