Figment 2009 June 12-14 Governors Island, NY Figment 2009, a free, non-commercial, fun and interactive creative arts and cultural event including hands on children’s activities, games and music. It is an “annual celebration of participatory art and culture where everything is possible. For one weekend each summer, it transforms Governors Island into a large-scale collaborative [...]
Just learned of a Domino Magazine Tag Sale hosted by some of the magazines’ former editors this weekend: Saturday, June 13th 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. 75 Main Street, Amagansett (on Rt 27, across from La Fondita) Designer and vintage clothing, furniture, home accessories, fabrics and more. Cash only.
It’s empowering, exhilarating and a boost for the self esteem. A sense of accomplishment reigns within you. The ability to take raw materials and make it into something whole and reflective of who you are is awesome. The opportunity to clear your mind and focus on one thing is a freeing. You call the shots [...]
I went to the Renegade Craft Fair yesterday. There were so many vendors; it was impossible to stop at each one. The hot weather forced me to be even more selective. I am always amazed by the unique ideas, ingenuity and passion found at craft fairs. The antithesis of mass production, products reflect the personality, [...]
Have you ever thought of a product idea that would save time, save the planet or improve the quality of people’s lives? Why not document your idea and submit it to the Yahoo Make It Green! challenge? No time to procrastinate though, the deadline is June 30th. Happy Inventing!
I purchased this sideboard from my favorite thrift store; actually it’s a moving company with an adjacent store. Only $60, how great is that? After, I got it home, I couldn’t wait to start working on it. First I stripped it, to reveal the wood surface. Then I sanded it. Next, I applied a walnut [...]
Thinking about places of inspiration to visit this summer. I started forming a mental list of places in Manhattan. Whenever I go into the city, I almost always try to stop in at ABC Carpet and Home. I love to just look around. This summer, however, I would like to find some new sources of inspiration. [...]
Sometimes I get tunnel vision when it comes to a color, style or fabric. A few years back it was into Country decor and had a thing for turned legs. After that, it was all about denim. Purchased a camel back denim sofa, made denim print slipcovers for the chairs, denim placemats in the dining [...]
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