I'm Susan — devout Francophile, mother of twins, writer, creative director, and aspiring author. I've been sharing my life here since 2010...thanks for reading!
Just like a room that needs some greenery, I feel like my blog needs some nature. Every time I visit Terrain I am inspired by the terrariums, and guess what?! The one I made at their workshop is still alive!! That is seriously a miracle, as I do not have a green thumb. It looks beautiful in our kitchen and provides just the right amount of green…I might just make another one soon. Have you ever made one?
"These old buildings do not belong to us only, they belong to our forefathers and they will belong to our descendants unless we play them false. They are not in any sense our own property to do with as we like with them. We are only trustees for those that come after us."
William Morris
It might actually snow today in Pennsylvania, can you believe it?! I actually love cold wintery weather, so you won’t hear me complaining. I would like to enjoy fall just a bit longer however….the trees have just reached peak color here. We are geared up for a cozy weekend, and have enough wood stocked up for a few crackling fires if necessary…it’s one of my favorite features of our cottage. Bon weekend!!
Ever since moving to Philadelphia a year and a half ago, I have been continually inspired and energized by the amazing talent that thrives here. I continue to meet amazing entrepreneurs, artists and creatives that help make this city so vibrant. I kept thinking how great it would be to get people together, in one space, to meet, network and socialize, so the idea for this event was born. The Philly Creatives party was so much fun, and I have many to thank for helping make it an enticing and entertaining evening. I am grateful for the relationships I have built thanks to blogging, business and social media, and look forward to making many more…thank you to all who came out!
Janet & Stu of Three Potato Four kindly offered their space, which was perfect, and of course we all ended up shopping! Sullivan Owen created a beautiful fall floral arrangement, in a giant glass mason jar that I am coveting. Victoria Andreacchio of V’s Cupcakery in Norristown provided the most amazing cookies & cupcakes…seriously the best I’ve had in Philly! Lindsey Buck has such a talent for calligraphy, and made the gorgeous signage. The music and beautiful sound of Sharon Sable and E. Shawn Qaissaunee took things to another level. I am so thankful to have met them at the Terrain autumn festival, and just might become their newest groupie. Last but certainly not least, Art in the Age supplied the ROOT & SNAP which mr. fleurishing used to create some very pleasing libations!!
Interest has been expressed for another event, and your feedback and thoughts would help to make that a possibility. Maybe something quarterly, possibly having speakers? What are your thoughts?
Just a quick and huge MERCI to all those who came out to the Philly Creatives party at the fabulous shop of Three Potato Four…it was such a fun & inspiring night. I am still feeling the positive energy! A full post will follow Monday with photos and details…bon weekend everyone!