Here in her hairsThe painter plays the spider and hath wovenA golden mesh to entrap the hearts of men,Faster than gnats in cobwebs… William Shakespeare, “The Merchant of Venice” “Hey, can you braid my hair?” When I was in junior … Continue reading Securing the Crown: Meet Your Festival Hair Braiders
“Under the microscope, the little becomes larger.To enlarge your life, treasure the little things of life.” -Martin Uzochukwu Ugwu As we began to put this issue together, the team floated ideas: Meditation. Dancing with friends. Good food. Gorgeous textiles. Tiny … Continue reading A Note from the Editor: What do you Cherish?
How many of us have girls, or were girls, who gathered treasures like magpies when children? Shiny rocks, downy feathers, Polly Pockets… items that captured our fancies and filled our pencil boxes and Caboodles. But how did we carry them … Continue reading Thanks, it has pockets! (A History)
Whatever Renaissance faire you attend, it’s likely you’ve enjoyed wearing, observing, or even making hats. Renfaire garb isn’t truly complete without the proper chapeau to top off a delightful costume! From mushroom caps to crowns, you’ll spy most of the … Continue reading My Kingdom for a Hat!
