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Creative Class Photo

  We had a great time at the sale weekend.  Below are our class photo from Week 1 with the Harlem for the Holidays.  Week one done, more to come the 2 more weekends and don't miss it.  Thanks to Mr. Hollis (read more about this exciting photographer here) and thank you to our Hosts Shimoda Accessories and Gadson Gallery. In attendance Sweet Octavia, Pat Mabry, LaTrella Thornton, Art from the Planet, Chi Mack There are more with new artists, this weekend Dec 15 and 16th at 225 West 134th street in Harlem. For more info 212-694-0262  

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Your Invited to Harlem for the Holidays

We are gathered together in December 8th and 9th for a creative fun filled weekend. I will be there with these artists, Sweet Octavia (Fashion), Pat Mabry (Patchwork), Latrella Thornton (Crochet), Art from the Planet (Accessories & Home Decor) and of course our Hostesses Shimoda (Jewelry, Accessories and Books) and Laura R. Gadson (Home decor, glassware, and more). December 8th and 9th 12pm - 6pm 225 West 134th Street btwn Adam Clayton Powell Jr. and Frederick Douglass Blvd 212-694-0262 Visit http://www.shimoda-accessories.com/ https://www.thegadsongallery.com/

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Fun Filled Fall Weekend

Come out and have a Fun Filled Fall Weekend Creativity at it's best with Sweet Octavia.  She uses the most special fabrics to give the wearer a glamorous feeling of regal opulence.  Also I will have my silk patchwork pieces in tow.  Silk is a grand fabric, but it can be for any day, everyday, all day, your day.  Looking forward to seeing you!

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The Day Is Here

My Aunt Nona's little Geoffrey Beene gold beaded dress is now on display at the Museum of the City of New York.  The exhibition is Mod New York, Fashion Takes a Trip.....and you can bop and bounce through the exhibit listening to the sound track of the time.  The exhibit features designers Geoffrey Beene, Ruby Bailey, Pauline Trigére, and more. Mod NY Thru April 2018 Museum of the City of NY 1220 Fifth Ave (at 103rd Street) See the Geoffrey Beene Dress journey The Dresses Delivering the Dress

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