The Victoria and Albert Museum (V&A) is a great museum of art, design, and decorative arts. I had always wanted to go since getting serious about sewing in high school. Certainly, it’s a treasure trove for any student of the history of fashion! The V&A began in the 1850s as the Museum of Manufactures. Its…
Travel
I love Hawaii; it’s my happy place. I am excited to share my love of our 50th state. I hope to inspire you to fully learn about and enjoy this Pacific paradise. I’ll also share other travels with an emphasis on food and history.
Kani Ka Pila Grille music at Outrigger Reef Waikiki
The Kani Ka Pila Grille is one of the best places to hear Hawaiian music in Waikiki. An added bonus is that you can get good local style food while you enjoy yourself. I like that many locals come to hear the groups play. Kanikapila loosely means “let’s play music.” The grill is next to…
Aloha shirts
Aloha shirts or Hawaiian shirts are well-known icons of Hawaii. Here at Casa Bouquet, collecting aloha shirts is an on-going activity, helping us to “live aloha” every day. Aloha shirts generally are available in cotton, rayon, or silk. The shape is a camp shirt (or bowling shirt), similar to a guayabera or Filipino Barong Tagalong….
Hawaii : Maui overview
I love Hawaii; it’s my happy place. I am excited to share my love of our 50th state. I hope to inspire you to fully learn about and enjoy this Pacific paradise. Maui is a popular island for people looking for a resort getaway. It is the home of the volcano Haleakala (“house of the…
Visit London United Kingdom things to do
Visiting London has been on my bucket list my whole life. I remember long summer afternoons trying to keep cool in front of a box fan, reading Dickens. I’ve read Pride and Prejudice over 40 times. I’ve read every Sherlock Holmes story and I love British TV and movies. And Winnie the Pooh and Beatrix…