I have to admit that summer is my favorite time of year. I love being outdoors and I find that some of my most creative moments are when I sit on my deck amidst the trees and flowers, or enjoy my early morning walk, watching the neighborhood wake up. I love breathing...
As I walked the aisles of the Quilt Market in Salt Lake City, I thought to myself this has to be one of the few trade shows for independent retailers that is thriving in todays challenging business environment¦the energy was so refreshing!! New faces, fresh fabrics,...
Saturday night I saw Janelle Monae in concert..an amazing experience! She did an incredible performance of "Smile" (wish I would have taped it with my iphone but I was entranced), a song that originally appeared in the 1936 movie Modern Times, music by Charlie...
2011, by Michelle Lee Ribeiro
New York is a city with surprises and history around every corner. On a recent trip, my husband booked us into the Marriott at 49th and Lexington. Upon arrival, I was excited to find out the building had once been the home of Georgia...
On my recent trip to New York City, my family joined me, making the trip ever so special. NYC is just one of those places like no other that you have to share with someone. It's especially an experience you want to share with your...
I just got back from a trip to New York, during which I managed some research time at The Fashion Group International offices. Why the Fashion Group? My very own Mary Brooks Picken was a founding member (along with Eleanor Roosevelt!), president...
Feb 2011
Feb/Mar 2011
On my latest travel stop, I was in Atlanta for the fantastic Atlanta Gift Market. While there, the plan was to visit Whipstitch ("hip fabrics and sew lounge") on Friday evening for a book signing and Indygo Junction Trunk Show. The weather...
