November 19 ~ 20, 2011
Heritage Hall at the Lexington Center
Lexington, KY
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November 19 ~ 20, 2011
I felt giddy this whole past weekend and kept saying to myself, "Oh my gosh-I'm at Woodland Art Fair!” I remember walking it when I was little and being mesmerized by all the colors, texture, and creativity. At that time, I had no idea that I would one day participate. Everything about it was fabulous...well, besides my voice going away on Sunday. Otherwise, the weather was ideal, the Lexington Art League did an amazing job, and I got to see familiar, new, and friendly faces. I deeply appreciate all the support and kind words that everyone gave. One young woman said, “I don't usually journal, but I would if I had something this lovely." Yes! Another young woman is having me make a custom journal for her dear friend whose twin brother passed five years ago. I am all too familiar with this sort of experience. She continued to say that her friend feels him close when she dances. Her friend was there with quite tears falling. It was one of those beautiful connecting moments where they then began telling me all the things that represent him and their relationship so I can be sure to include it on the journal. It was so good getting to meet and talk with them. So many beautiful moments filled the weekend. Truly, thank you all for filling up my booth and taking some time to share yourselves with me.
Yes, that title was taken from a Lykke Li song. Speaking of dancing songs, check out Iron and Wine's Boy with a Coin if you haven't done so already. So beautiful. I spent this past weekend selling at a dance workshop. The people that were there wore the most inspiring colors and flowy materials. Since I knew this workshop was coming up, I created a couple new lines of journals geared towards dancers. These dance journals are designed to inspire and encourage dancers. You can use them for taking notes at class, for reflecting on what arises in you as you dance, or for prayers that you may find yourself dancing. They are covered in fun colors and added embellishments, including braids and bells. These are not yet available online, but please let me know if you are interested in one.
My studio just got a bit of a make-over, which includes a brand new addition. *drumroll* Please meet Juki-the industrial sewing machine. She is here to help with all my thick material needs. I bought her in Indianapolis and drove her in pieces back to KY. By half miracle and half sheer will power, I managed to get her upstairs to my studio. If you've never carried the head of an industrial sewing machine before, let me tell you: this. was. a. feat. And, I've worked on a farm before. So, I know heavy lifting when I see it. This was VERY heavy lifting. I'm happy to say that she is now all put back together and buzzing along quite nicely.
