Coastal Breeze News

by Bob Alewyn Whenever someone tells me about their love affair with food and the kitchen, I can really say “I know what you mean”, after all my passion for the kitchen and food goes back as far as I can remember. Some of my fondest early childhood memories revolve around our modest little kitchen and my busy mother preparing food. I can still see her now stretching out that old yellow telephone cord as far as it would reach as she stirred pasta, simmered sauces and soups and pulled things from the oven, the whole time while she would ... Read More »

By Frances Diebler The Abaco Island chain is less than 100 miles off the Eastern coast of Florida. The 120 mile chain is strung out like a necklace of sandy islands, sheltered harbors and 18th century villages that were settled by the fleeing Loyalists from America in 1783. The chain consists of uninhabited islands as well as settlements on Elbow Cay, Man-o-War Cay, Green Turtle Cay, Guana Cay, Treasure Cay, and Walker’s Cay as well as the largest island, Great Abaco Island. These settled islands offer a gentle and relaxing stay amongst the blue waters, white sandy beaches and historic ... Read More »

By Lisa Smith Wood ‘Boldly feminine’ and ‘vibrantly colored’ are not phrases normally used to describe the angled slices of fabric that make up traditional American quilts. The idea of blending the concepts is one that has become a trademark for Tammy Shattuck and her vividly whimsical handbags and totes. Her unique take on bags and accessories was an evolution from her Midwestern roots amidst a family and community of quilters that set the course for a love of sewing and, ultimately, designing. Raised in Des Moines, Iowa, Tammy grew up in an environment where quilting was a favorite pastime. ... Read More »