The Creative Collective: A Variety Show

"Ok, so here's my idea. I know a lot of creative people. These people make great art, music, theater, comedy.. they also drink like fish and party like animals. Let's celebrate our creativity and intrinsic artistry by all putting on a show at the precinct in Somerville, MA. I have the whole night booked from 9-2. Now, all I need is the artists, musicians, actors, comedians, and alcoholics to step forward and join me on the stage throughout the night." - Justin Joyce That's right folks, and I will be performing/showing art. So come meet some fun people and have a final awesome party to round out 2012. I havn't had nearly enough. If you've ever said to me, "You have to tell me next time you do a show!" This is that time. -Andrea

Vintage Spiderwear

At the recent Monson Arts Council Holiday Show I purchased a beautiful handmade purse made out of a vintage lace and linen table runner from Vintage Spiderwear. An over the shoulder messenger style bag, the strap is made from a brown leather belt with a handsome buckle. I couldn't resist getting it after seeing all the hand stitched embroidery of peach daisies with blue centers. It also has lots of embellishments with knotted leather, a feather and gold chains with beads and jewels hanging down the front. It is also a perfect length to my hip. Susan Zamboni is the Designer and also an Interior Decorator. She takes vintage clothes and takes them apart to make one of a kind bags. You can see and purchase her work at the upcoming holiday show at The Yellow House in Palmer, MA, on Dec. 8th. Or check her out on facebook under Vintage Spiderwear. Happy Holidays!