Stylish Heath

Through July 16^th the Costume Institute’s spring exhibition at The Met has showcased the work of Karl Lagerfeld focusing on the designer’s style from the 1950’s to his final collection in 2019. The retrospective spotlight’s his technique with 150 pieces on display that are accompanied by sketches that underscore a creative process and the collaborative relationships with premières and head seamstresses. Karl Lagerfeld created a diverse and prolific body of work unparalleled in the history of fashion.

^{Chanel ensemble, autumn/winter 1991-92}

_{Absolutely love the recreated work table of the artist/designer. I’m inspired and will add to my work bench at home.,}

As a member of the museum use the “early access'” to see as much of the exhibition with little interference.

Kathleen

Each morning I can hardly wait to get out of bed and head to the garden. I’m so eager to start the day to see the progression of growth for flowers and veggies in the yard. There’s something vital about planning a garden and watching it evolve; buying plants, propagating seeds and preparing the ground is a phenomenal experience.

As far back as I can remember, there’s nothing as wonderful as the smell of freshly turned earth in spring or the feel of cool air surrounding you as you work the land.

My brothers and I work the property together managing a huge list of chores to ensure a continuation of beauty over the following months. We work hard bringing back to life old companions; peonies that have been staked and daffodils are spilling out from the back part of the garden into the woodland meadow.