Much to my delight I recently received a preview copy of Altered Couture, a magazine that I adore. It’s full of beautiful creations made by upcycling/refashioning enthusiasts like me. I was honored once again to have a few of my pieces featured, including this burgundy jersey skirt. I thought it was totally cool that...
It’s Monday and the pedal’s to the floor! The weekend flew by as a dear friend visited from out of town. We talked non-stop, did a little shopping, enjoyed some great food, and reflected on our lives in general. It was wonderful. I went to my jewelry making class last night and can’t wait...
It’s become an annual tradition; we pick a day in Spring to don hats and meet up for an elegant tea. This year we decided on the Ritz Carleton. It was a lovely day, not too warm or cold. I picked up a friend who is new to our group and we arrived just...
After temperatures in the low 80′s last week, today was a breath of fresh air with a high of 68. It might be one of the last times I can pull out my beloved leather jacket until next October. However, given the fact that heat is imminent, I decided it was imperative to work...
Here’s a look at the bracelet I made at the end of my first metal smithing class!! It was simple to do, using brass wire and basic equipment. We covered the fundamentals of handling an acetylene torch in preparation for the next project, a bangle that requires simple soldering. After that will be a...
It’s been a busy time, what with events to attend, eggs to dye, or classes to take. Never mind being awarded a Versatile Blogger award by the incomparable Veshoevious!! This was particularly exciting since her blog was an early inspiration for me, with her exceptional style sense and intelligent writing. (THANK YOU!!!) One minute...
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