Artists Support Artists

Like many people this holiday season, especially this year, I want gifts I give to do good. I have been thinking about this a lot since the beginning of the pandemic and the latest spark of the Black Lives Matter movement.

I wanted to put my money where my mouth is and spend money on small businesses, and black-owned businesses. This plan has lead me to find lots of lovely artists, books stores, and restaurants. Today I found a nonprofit that fits so many things I am passionate about! BEADS! Supporting women! Art! Mokeybiz has been around for 20 years, and if you are stumped for ideas, I suggest you take a look!

Holiday Craft Show Prep

The count down is here: four days until the Village of Mamaroneck Arts Council 5th Anual Holiday Arts and Crafts Fair! I am in full prep mode. With a to-do list that is long but hopefully manageable. I am so thankful to be involved in such a great local event. It will be my first show which is very exciting. 

We tried out my display and I am very happy with how it looks. Enjoy this sneak-peak: 

Customize Your Choker

You can now customize your very own Choker Wrap Bracelet! I added it to Wine Cellar Jewelry's Etsy today! Each customer can pick their length and color combination. To find out more check out my Etsy Store! 

Location Scouting

This morning my Mom, our dog Casey, and I went for a walk at Glen Island Park, to enjoy the water views, and some fresh air. While walking around I started to think about using this location for my upcoming photoshoot with my dear friend, photographer extraordinaire: Ashley Comer Photography. 

There is a lot of stone work, a castle, and beautiful Long Island Sound views to choose from. The stone walls and castle could be a great backdrop that evokes a wine cellar vibe, perfect for my company. Here are some photos of the park, and the incredible view. Welcome to my happy place.

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Saratoga Springs Weekend Trip, A Beader on the Road

I took my beads on the road this weekend, and tagged along with my Dad to an American Institute of Architects Convention in Saratoga Springs, NY.

After four years of living in Savannah, I feel like I am experiencing fall for the first time. With every crunch of the leaves under my boots, and every beautiful, vibrant tree next to a distinguished old house, I remember of how much I truly love fall.

I had the opportunity to relocate my studio to a great cafe, Uncommon Grounds, in downtown Saratoga, and bead my heart out over a cup of coffee roasted in-house. 

Later in the trip, I joined my Dad on a ghost tour. We have not been on a ghost tour since I first visited SCAD as a junior in high school. Savannah is one of the most haunted cities in the United States, and there is not one person I know that has not had an experience with a ghost. We also toured of a 150 year old Adelphi Hotel that is being completely redone. 

Take a look at the renovations in the link below. A lot has changed since the article was written but it gives a nice over view.

It was a great weekend, take a peak at the beautiful fall foliage and stay tuned for new designs straight out of Saratoga!