A Week’s Worth documents what I did all week – a little peek into the life of a fashion illustrator and blogger.

Last Friday, Michelle Reagan bought one of the Aime Luxury runway postcards as a gift for her friend Monica Mei, the designer.  Michelle had helped Monica with the public relations for her show at fashion week and wanted something special to give.  Michelle is a fashion communications student at Ryerson, right now she is working on the PR for Mass Exodus next week.  She’s enthusiastic and positive – if I had a PR company I would hire her in a second.

Saturday I went to Philip Sparks‘ studio for a craft day – the Buy Design creative committee was making decor for for the party on April 18.  I spent the afternoon sewing up curtains, and Rani and Andrew created a tinfoil robot to watch over the auction table.  Get your tickets for Buy Design here – its such a fun party and for a terrific cause!

Monday I woke up very early to go to a high school in Scarborough and talk to some grade 11 and 12 students about fashion illustration.  I met some really sweet kids and had a little revelation being an adult in high school.  The keeners are way cooler than the cool kids.

I showed them the technique I use to make a fashion figure.

When I got back downtown I went to Susie Love‘s place for a jewelry making party.  She showed us how to make bracelets over conversation and wine.  It was so much fun.  She’s planning on making it a regular thing, contact her for more details.

Ainsley and Amy show off the bracelets they made.  I made one with all different shades of pearl breads.  I rarely wear jewelry on my wrists but I have a thing for freshwater pearls and this one really suits me.

Not all of the photos I took at FASHION Magazine offices on Tuesday were so bad – I like this one of Jennifer Campbell at her desk – check out what she’s got posted on her wall!

Tuesday afternoon I went to the Vidal Sassoon school to be the teacher’s pet at a haircutting class.  Nhi gave me a very intense, classic Vidal bob.  Very simple, very symmetrical, with a whole lotta bang.

In between running around all week, I’ve been working on customizing a pair of Keds for a special fundraising event to benefit Worn Journal and the Bata Shoe Museum.  This is all you get to see for now.  Soon I’ll get more info on the event – and my shoes, which will be available for auction.

Thursday evening after many errands I went to the Spoke Club for a Mimi + You fundraiser in support of Shelternet, a charity that supports women escaping abusive relationships.  One of the things that they do is sponsor jewelry making workshops, teaching craft and creating an opportunity for isolated women to make friends and build confidence.  You can donate money or old jewelry, extra beads and craft supplies here.

After that, I went to check out the newly remodeled Cartier boutique on the “mink mile”.  It was packed full of the well known and the well heeled with a sprinkling of diamonds.  It was nice to say hi to a few friends, including new friend Ainsley Kerr (on the right).  At Susie’s she told me she is a bit of an expert at posing so I got her to show me what she does so well – looking very pretty and vivacious.

It was nice to be included – though I felt very shy being surrounded by so much fabulous.

What a week – I guess that’s why people tease me about being a “social”.  How was your week?

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