the costume.

what do you do when you open a box from your auntie and you find that the costume sketch you shared with her months ago has come to life?

you do this...

when you notice she made a few extra treats for your siblings (crowns, gloves, and gauntlets) you celebrate with them for a moment...

but mostly you do this...


our dear auntie used to send me packages when i was their age, if you can believe it. she is so wonderfully willing to share her incredible talent.

i'm feel blessed to take part in her legacy of color and texture, form and fit.

and i know ossi feels that way, too.

because this...