In the last few years, I've become deeply aware of how much creativity is necessary for me to be happy. Without it I would survive, but I wouldn't be my best, happiest self. The She's Craftea! TM party nurtured me. I was surrounded by a brew of creative spirit, passion, compassion, friendship and celebration! Thank you to every woman who came to this party - either in person or in spirit! And thanks to the DH (dear hubby) who helped me prepare for the party, and found things to do away from home all day. :-)
So many memories and special moments...just one right after another right after another. Here are a few wordsnaps of the day:- The sweet taste of air-popped popcorn
- Her strength and radiance, coming in from a bike commute in the rain
- Pieces of a secret project
- New friends, old friends, found again friends
- Yellow daffodils, flickering yellow beeswax candles
- Blue and white and cream china
- Red zinger and cranberry tea punch
- Ice Wine and Coconut Pouchong teas
- Yummy foods - including vegan options
- A collage art card
- Tulips
- Berries and homemade soaps
- Lambic
- Laughter and tears
- Sewing purses, cutting quilt pieces, refashioning clothing, turning handles, knitting slippers, beading, sharing conversation, listening, singing, reading poetry
- Amazing cupcakes
- This poem by Naomi Shihab Nye, an amazing poem of sisterhood
- Summertime from Porgy and Bess and the Rivers of Babylon, sung by beautiful voices!
10 comments:
Steph, this sounds so nice. I wish I could have been there to share in the cozy glow that is girl bonding over meaningful things! :)
It was a lovely afternoon of friendship and crafting.
My hightlights were the poem read by Amy and Summertime sung by Amanda. Oh, and the food was delish too!
Mmmm.... I love your coconut pouchong tea!
Isn't it amazing how refreshing it can be to spend some time with our girlfriends? I am so glad that you had such a successful party! I know each one of the ladies who attended are thankful for their time at the party. Your pictures from the party are beautiful, too.
Keri
I wish those of you far away could have been here, too!
I am totally a kindred spirit on the "creativity" front. If I don't have *something* creative going on, whether it's a new themed issue we're working on at the office or a new crafts project at home (preferably both), I get cranky!
Sounds like you had a great party. So much beauty and creativiTEA was shared. Thanks.
Mmm, lambic...
Summertime from Porgy and Bess is one of my favorites. Yes, I can really understand you need to be creative. I also don't feel completely satisfied or happy unless I am creating. I loved hearing about your special day. How wonderful to have a day for tea and creativity.
I soooo wish that I could have joined you! Next time, for sure! Did you finish your sock monkey? I pulled out a pair of socks to play with today, but that's as far as I got. :) Baby steps...
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