It’s no secret that I greatly admire the life and work of Mary Brooks Picken. I’ve shared with you many of her words of wisdom, helpful advice, and thoughtful stories. She was constantly at work on one project or another, and had a seemingly endless well...
Congratulations to Christina Gonzalez, who is the winner of The Magic Pattern Book and Vintage Notions! Christina, be sure to check your email for a message from us. Thanks to everyone who entered!
Give smiles if you have nothing else. Give encouragement, good cheer. Make beauty come to you through your desire to express it. Your thoughts, deeds, motives, acts, industries, and desires– all can express beauty if beauty is in the heart; all can...
What kind of neighbor are you? It is ironic that the day I am reading the June chapter of Vintage Notions, I am scheduled to meet a new neighbor in my cul-de-sac. I am lucky to be surrounded by the kind of people who throw a welcome party for newcomers, which is where...
I’m reading the May chapter a little later in the month than I had hoped. I have just returned from my biggest show of the year, one that took most of my attention these last few months. The May chapter of Vintage Notions is dedicated to appreciating your...
