The Creative Cookie

The Creative Cookie Partners w/ Red Hook Fest (pt. 2)

This time last week I was on the peaceful Red Hook, Brooklyn waterfront setting up my craft table for the 19th Annual Red Hook Fest. I beaded with about 25 kids before running out of beads and cord:).

This year's theme was Women's Work: Healing our Community and featured performances by the super soulful Maya Azucena and other talented artist.

 Another artful day in the life of Lesley...look at what they made!

Me stringing with the 3rd visitor 

We're finished!

I would wear this!

This young designer has an eye for color.

Sew Fab!

Simple, chic!

Perfect necklace for this top.

Bling!

Upcycled Aprons, w/ Cookie!

I'm so excited about all the fashion camps and workshops that I'll be leading this summer! Here's the link to the Upcycled Apron class that I'll be teaching on Monday, June 18, and July 2, from 6:30pm-8:00pm at Brooklyn Brainery...unplug and hand sew with your favorite Cookie, xo!

The Creative Cookie Partners w/ Red Hook Fest

The Creative Cookie is one of many partners for this year’s Red Hook Fest on June 1st and 2nd presented by Dance Theatre Etcetera on the fabulous Red Hook Waterfront (yay!). kamau is the Festival Producer the theme for this year is Women’s Work: Healing Our Community. Drop by the Festival and stop by The Creative Cookie booth to see what we're up to:). 

Manhattan Vintage Show

The Manhattan Vintage Show is a two-day shopping extravaganza that draws celebrities, designers and the fashion savvy. For the past few years it's been a hot spot for me when seeking inspiration and shopping for unique vintage pieces. I almost purchased my wedding gown from a dealer at the show a few years back. There are many oldies but goodies to choose from!

This year's show dates fell, at the end of April, during the time while I was traveling. So, I asked Liza & Reina, a stylish mother daughter duo, to attend in my absence.

Check out some of their finds:

Reina in 1960's groovy shades with chain earring combo

1970's Silk Maxi Dress- to die for!

 

Eye candy from Olive's Very Vintage, Brooklyn NY

Yes, DROOOLING! 1970's Lizard and snake skin shoulder bag

More vintage eye candy -- we can never get enough - Dolce Gabana, Christian Dior, Bulgari, oh my! Duchess Arts & Antiques, NYC

Reina trying on a tiara from Olive's

Gloves & assorted broaches from Daybreak Vintage Clothing, Albany NY

photos: Liza Quinonez © 2012

Happy 10 Years, TranquiliT!

I'll be co-hosting TranquiliT's Spring launch with Julia Coney this Saturday (3/17) at Tranquil Space in DuPont Circle:). So, to all my friends & family in DC come out and see me, new designs, colors + vintage finds (we'll also have tea & yummy treats)! Hope to see you there. Love me in TranquiliT...

 

Essence Style 24/7

Last week I attended Essence Magazine's Style 24/7 breakfast celebrating New York Fashion Week. The event started so early that I practically slept in my clothes to be on time, but I'm glad I went. Held on the Strand Hotel's rooftop the posh affair featured a presentation of designer Mimi Plange's collection for fall, manicures by Ginger + Liz, and an ultra-glitzy Swarovski bracelet bar. In attendance were Essence Magazine's Editor-in-Chief Constance C.R. White, top fashion press, trendsetters, and of course, The Creative Cookie:).

It was a morning full of sunlight, robust coffee, and love. Here's a taste of what I saw:

photos: Lesley Ware © 2012

You can view more Essence related Creative Cookie posts here.

I'm still s l o w l y rolling out the Fashion Week coverage...stay tuned!