New proof from the totally awesome Crafting Community weekend retreat for familes hosted by L.A. based installation artist Karen Kimmel. We were lucky to be there, but in case you missed the Kimmel Kids and The Art of Exchange action we have a very special, wait for it,  * gift bag * from the event that we'll be giving away to a lucky reader! Stay tuned for deets.

The Art of Exchange is a very special offering, above and beyond unique. Hosted by artist Karen Kimmel, it's an inspiring opportunity to share an experience with your family over the course of a two day creative retreat at the Ace Hotel and Swim Club focused on the reuse and repurpose of natural materials in art.

Um, amazing =  great peeps + rad digs + cool artistic ways you get to spend time as a family.  By day, craft treasures from miniature gardens to macramé. By night, poolside barbecues and movies are part of the package deal.

And it is a helluva deal ...

Special package rate of $650* includes:
• 2 days art instruction and supplies
• 2 nights lodging (standard king or double)
• Friday night fireside s’mores
• Saturday movie night and popcorn
• Kimmel Kids tote filled with fabulous goodies

*Upgrades available. Tax and tip is not included.

Reserve by March 30, 2010.
Call 760.325.9900, promo code ART

Karen’s handmade trivets and Kimmel Kids totes and coloring books are also sold exclusively through the Community Shop at Ace Hotel & Swim Club.

SEE YOU THERE!!