The world may have been thrown into chaos by COVID-19, but some things never change. Like my interest in matching my accessories to my outfit. Now that accessory is a face mask that we in Massachusetts are required to wear when going out. I’m all for supporting public health, but if I’m going to wear…Read More
Sunday Snapshots
From left to right: 1) I’ll have a new wardrobe by the end of all this. 2) Purchased some sewing goodies from a local shop. 3) Boston is blooming! 4) A latest read. 5) Enjoying the esplanade on a nice day. 6) Another local business purchase.
City Walls Replace Gallery Walls
Read the full article in this week’s issue of The Bay State Banner. Many arts organizations that have had to close their doors are turning to the internet to continue displaying work and engaging the community. Theater shows are streaming online, the Boston Symphony Orchestra is on Spotify and the Museum of Fine Arts is…Read More
Saved by Sewing
Now that I have more time on my hands I’ve been able to focus more on my sewing projects. It’s a perfect quarantine activity because it’s productive but also creative and fun. I’ve been making alterations to my clothes for years by hand but without a machine my options were limited. For my birthday last…Read More
Fascinating Fashion
The weather is beautiful today! Sunny and 60 and exactly the boost we all need while social distancing. To celebrate I’m breaking out the bright, springy colors, including this fun yellow fascinator. Maybe I’ve been watching too much Marvelous Mrs. Maisel but I feel like I could bring the fascinator back. Trench: Goodwill, Fascinator: Amazon,…Read More
Sunday Snapshots
From left to right: 1) Picked up a mask making kit from Joann Fabrics to donate to healthcare workers. 2) Made this turmeric lemon bread on a whim, because quarantine. 3) Working on several very exciting sewing projects. 4) My mom’s studio looks like a still life. 5) Visited one of my abuelo’s paintings. 6) Wrote about online art classes for the…Read More