Several people outside my family helped get me through the lockdown. My friends were divided, some of them no longer are in my life. But what played a big part was Instagram friends and special bloggers. They stepped up to provide classes, support and distraction. I think for sanity to focus on art, antiques and actions helped me to funnel my energy.
Cathy Lombardo, Lady Beatrice Vintage Store in Brevard, NC. @ladybeatrice56 on Instagram. She hosted Junk in the Trunk shows. This gave me an outlet to share my vintage finds and embroidery creations in a socially distance environment and still have interactions. I owe her so much for my joy! #ladybeatrice56 on Instagram.
Marian Parsons, https://missmustardseed.com/blog/. Wow, decorating and an artist. Oh my, I learned oil painting. Thank you for the beautiful way you treat people!
Gigi Lapido-McHone, https://bellaantiquesdesign.com/, The best designer, chair maker, encourager and pray warrior I know! I have one of her chairs. Ya’ll, she prays over these chairs as she does them. 
Emily, http://www.pennyandivy.com/ She gave me decorating advice over Instagram, I learned about Happy Mail from her and bought some wonderful pillows! I sent some of her grain sack little lavender filled packets and goodies to my sister when I couldn’t see her! She loved them and shared with her daughters
Linda at My Fresh Palette, @my_fresh_palette, http://www.myfreshpalette.com/ She carries Anne Slone paint and supplies, an artist and carries vintage she has supported my business growth! She is a sweet generous soul 
My blues and whites with Paris Grey And White
Gina, Gazebo Farms Vintage Market on Facebook , @gazebofarmsvintage on Instagram. such fun to shop her sales. A very special, talented lady. I love her live sales!
I bought my lockers from her at the beginning of the lockdown to organize my Etsy shop. Her sweet hubby delivered them!
Rhonda, https://alittlebitfrench.blogspot.com/, she is so talented and supplied me with wonderful packets filled with inspiration!
Dore, Burlap Luxe, @burlapluxe on Instagram. Not only is she a talented lady but so kind. I have followed her forever and love her theatres My goal is to have one or a piece of her art! For a real treat check out her blog. http://burlapluxe.blogspot.com/
Susan Edmondson, https://www.susanedmonsondesigns.com/. I have taken many classes from her and concentrated on the fabric color necklaces. I love doing these. A true artist in fabric and best teacher my goal is to take her class at John C Campbell Folk School
I hope you find some inspiration
I have appreciated the support on my Etsy shop
So much fun on Instagram and following some talented ladies and gents. I have laughed with them and cried with their stories. I could mention so many more. I am so thankful for their posts and sharing spirit
Stay safe my friends, Di
