Loose Leaf Notes

The following was published in The Floyd Press on October 20, 2011.

A fashion show luncheon emceed by designer and artist Jeanie O’Neill took place Saturday in the sunny gallery setting of Natasha’s Market Café.  The show featured O’Neill’s originally designed and locally-made apparel and her one-of-a-kind bags. Also featured were originally designed handmade clothes from the Winter Sun, accessories from the Harvest Moon and items knitted from wool sold at Wooly Jumper Yarns.  

O’Neill introduced each model and gave a commentary on the outfits. Some pieces had names, like O’Neill’s “Jackie O” jacket.   The models strolled through the restaurant stopping at dining tables so that attendees could get a closer look and ask questions.  Many of the tables had been reserved specifically for the show but some lunch customers were surprised by the fashion show festivities. 

A gift certificate from Jeanie O’Neill’s Gallery and Boutique was awarded to a fashion show “fashionista” with a September birthday.  A door prize from Troika Gallery, awarded to the oldest attendee (91), played out like an auction bidding comedy skit. 

 Fresh garden greens, quiche, Mexican lasagna, crab cakes and lemon cheesecake with blueberry topping were some of the dishes enjoyed by guests.