"Hi Paula,
Let me know what you have planned for the makeup for the fashion show component of your fundraising event. I'm interested in offering my services if needed at a very minimal fee, perhaps just to cover costs (?) and would like to know…"
"Hi Heike, I'm not stalking you, honest! :-) Isn't that a great openener?! I'm updating all my online profile pictures on all the various forums and websites I'm on and saw you here too. Welcome. xx"