February
Love Beyond Words
The patina on leather, the wear on a woven piece that shows a life well lived and images that reveal their deeper meanings over time. Words just aren’t sufficient, and that’s why we turn to images and objects to express meaning in a tangible way. All aspects of creative expression is communicating the unique experiences we all have of love. Love that is transcendental, love that is passionate, love that endures, love at first sight, love of nature and the cycles of the seasons. Love of the gentle magic that unfolds in our daily lives, when we take the time to see it. Love is your ability to appreciate and create beauty in the present moment, which happens beyond words.
The artists of the Riverside Collective wish you all a season of
love that is indescribable!
From now through Valentine's Day Julia is offering 20% off all bags both online and in our shop!
Are you interested in learning about leathercrafting? Julia has several class openings throughout February! Classes are available for ages 11 and up.
To secure your spot head on over to our Workshops page on our website.
Julia has also opened up Custom Orders and Repairs on a case by case basis. Feel free to send her an email with your requests at julia@milestonebagco.com
Thomas Graham
tin collage that's out of this world!
showcased through February
Shop now
Behind the scenes, K. Frances Pape has been hard at work bringing the new shop,
Saxy a Go Go
, to life—set to open in the coming months! Stay tuned for more details in next month’s newsletter.
With so much energy going into the shop, progress on the current painting has been a bit slower, but it’s coming along beautifully—about 50% complete. The first stage was all about playfully laying down ideas, and now comes the challenge of bringing all the elements into a balanced harmony. The final step? Knowing when to stop—before it’s overworked, but after it fully captures the story’s essence.
Thank you for following along! K. Frances Pape is excited for both the painting and the shop to take their final forms.
More than a wishing basket!
Place your hopes, dreams, goals, prayers, and celebrations into our "More Than a Wishing Basket." Join us for a fire, open to everyone, February 12th 4:30-5:15 pm at the River Trail Fireplace.
weaving
Announcing classes
Friday February 21 and Saturday March 1 at 6:30-8:30 pm
Have fun in the studio spinning your own yarn and weaving it on a pin loom to make tiny special cloths. Turn what you weave into pouches and soft containers for your tiny treasures.
Children ages 8 and up can sign up with a paid adult. All supplies are provided. Optional pin loom and yarn bundles available for purchase.
$60 for the class. Limited to 5 people.
register now
A new sacred cloth is coming to life to enhance our
More Than A Wishing Basket
and serve as a focal point for fires by the River Trail. Chris already feels its energy, holding space for wishes, dreams, and kindred spirits.
This past month Ruth has been chipping away at various projects. She’s been drawing lots of mermaid studies in preparation for some story books (!) and working on a fun logo project.
Ruth is looking forward to spring and the energy that accompanies the returning sun.
open Studio
Join Leigh Brown for Open Studio Mondays 7-10pm
Winter focus on watercolors!
Come play…
Leigh is looking forward to taking advantage of warmer weather to paint some new landscapes. What's your favorite view in the Triangle?
Stop by and let her know!
Last week there was a request for barns…
What would you like to see?
Check out all our cool art!
1735-G Saxapahaw Bethlehem Church Road
Saxapahaw, NC 27340, USA
