“Things are never quite as scary when you’ve got a best friend.” — Calvin of Calvin and Hobbes, by Bill Watterson
Unlike relationships we are born with, like parents, siblings, and cousins, our friends are completely of our own choosing. Without any pretense or obligation, they are the people we choose to share our life with. They unselfishly offer comfort, encouragement, understanding, and laughter. In honor of these most-special people (and in recognition of International Day of Friendship on July 30th), this week is all about friendship to give you all the good feelings.
July 30th: International Day of Friendship
Friendship from Krista Tippett’s On Being Project
Make your own friendship necklaces with Alabama Studio Sewing + Design
An Unlikely Friendship; a documentary on the comradery between a female civil rights activist and a (former) leader of the KKK
Friendship Chairs on the Journal
“11 Unforgettable Female Friendships in Literature”
Bring your friends and join us for the First and Third Tuesdays sewing groups, hosted every month at The Factory.
In Alabama: Helen Keller and Alexander Graham Bell
@ Alabama Chanin
Friday on the Journal: #womenartists: Swoon
@ The School of Making
Reserve your seat for The School of Making’s Intro to Hand-Sewing Workshop on August 17th. This workshop, suited for all skill levels, focuses on the physics of sewing, reverse appliqué, and garment construction.
@ The Factory Store + Café
Lunch + Saturday brunch menu here.
P.S.: The lead image of friends holding hands pictures the Dogwood Tunic, Dayton Skirt, and the Rinne Dress from the Alabama Chanin collection.