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Handwoven garments made in Carouge

weaving carouge

Getting Craftsy

October 25, 2020

Finding Sewing and Needle Craft Supplies, Patterns, & Fabrics in shops &...

Over the years, many shops and sewing departments dedicated to selling fabrics, patterns and haberdashery have disappeared from the...

by Elena
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girl sewing
December 28, 2019

Me and my Bernina: A love affair made in Switzerland.

The chances of my being interviewed for a Proust Questionnaire–those Q&As so popular in trendy magazines wherein the celebrity...

by Elena
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sewing pattern and fabric
July 3, 2015

A cool, chic sleeveless dress that’s just right for a Swiss heatwave

Little did I know (though I might have expected) that a heatwave would be rolling our way now when...

by Elena
Comments 3
sewing fabric
May 11, 2015

A ‘kwik’ Spring sewing project for a devoted fabric-a-holic

I recently returned from a trip to Montreal to visit with my family where I brought a few sewing patterns...

by Elena
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Entrepreneurs: Design, Fashion, Food & Drink, Accessories, Etc!

Artists, Artisans & Entrepreneurs, backgrounder, Creative Crafts, Creative Geneva Living, Shopping

La Boutique Danoise: Danish Design gets Deciphered

Once you scratch the surface (figuratively, of course) of Danish furniture design there’s just no turning back. Boris Liger, Manager of Geneva’s La Boutique Danoise — for whom Danish...

June 4, 2018
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boutique ll swiss design
Artists, Artisans & Entrepreneurs, backgrounder, Fashion & Design, Fashion and Design, Made in Switzerland

Showcasing exclusive Swiss-made fashion at Boutique LL Swiss Design

One reason I enjoy going to events like the recent Swiss Fashion Point is to discover the work of up-and-coming Swiss designers, but equally it’s to reconnect with my...

November 8, 2017
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Artists, Artisans & Entrepreneurs, backgrounder, Creative Crafts, Food & Drink, Made in Switzerland, Shopping

Cupcake royalty arrives in Geneva at delicious, delightful Royaume Melazic

Don’t you love turning the corner on a tried-and-true path only to lock eyes on something refreshingly new and unexpected. Happened to me last week as I zigzagged through...

October 25, 2017
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Artists, Artisans & Entrepreneurs, backgrounder, Shopping

Shop Tour: Capricieuse, where a love of uniqueness and harmony reigns

Some shopowners sell to make a living. Others care about their merchandise but keep the relationship strictly professional. Then there are those who embrace the individuality and provenance of...

July 11, 2017
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Artists, Artisans & Entrepreneurs, backgrounder, Food & Drink

Devotion to quality underpins Boréal Coffee’s success in Geneva & Zurich

In the eight years since Boréal Coffee opened its first outlet the business has seen many changes, but one thing remains the same: an underlying commitment to serve the best espresso-based coffee...

December 11, 2016
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Museums and Interactive Installations

Romont’s VitroMusée: stained glass treasures make for perfect day trip

Published by Elena

A visit to the Romont Vitromusée has all the elements of a perfect day trip: a singular collection found in an historic setting that’s accessible via direct rail links...

September 3, 2018
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Art & Culture, Artists, Creative Crafts, Events, Events and Exhibitions
nest museum vevey

Nest: a playful, informative, interactive experience the whole family can enjoy

Published by Elena

Although technology-driven and educational, “Nest” bursts with fun, humor and heart — and conjures lots of fond food memories — so its message is never out of the reach of even the youngest visitor. On...

March 14, 2017
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Art & Culture, Events, Events and Exhibitions, Food & Drink
Chaplin's World in Vevey

Chaplin’s World: celebrating the artist, family man, and citizen of the world

Published by Elena

Ten years in the making, the newly opened Chaplin’s World in Corsier-sur-Vevey wins over visitors of all ages with an immersive look into its beloved subject’s life that cleverly...

October 3, 2016
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Art & Culture, Events, Events and Exhibitions
Olympic Museum Lausanne

Lausanne’s Olympic Museum brings hearts & minds closer to the real thing

Published by Elena

If like me you’ve been slow to fully embrace the Olympics Games after an endlessly negative media build-up however legitimate, then I recommend a visit to the Olympic Museum in...

August 6, 2016
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Art & Culture, Events, Events and Exhibitions

At a corner near you

geneva-food-trucks
Geneva’s all-year-round food trucks offer tasty alternatives to the usual restaurant fare. Support these small entrepreneurs and try something new: consult the listings to find a takeout near you.

Words of Wisdom for 2021

“Nobody knows better what you're capable of than you. Trust yourself.”

Tina Roth Eisenberg

Hobby supply shops

art-supplies-geneva2Sewing, ceramics, scrapbooking, bead making, photography, gardening and more. Consult this reference list to find out where you can buy your supplies in Geneva, Vaud and online.

Geneva’s Outdoor Markets

fruit and vegetables Looking for fresh produce, vintage clothes, records, books or antiques? Just want to mingle with a laid-back crowd? Discover the wheres and whens using this helpful online guide to Geneva's outdoor markets.

Visit a local museum

Review this helpful guide to the city’s 21 museums and choose from among the world-class exhibitions underway at the moment.

Current events for families

Discover the latest events and activities for families and children in the Lake Geneva region, including a monthly agenda, courtesy of the popular blog Geneva Family Diaries.

Shopping Tips

shopping in Geneva A guide to some of Geneva's options for chocolates, souvenirs, luxury items, shopping malls and department stores.

Ideas & inspiration for living a creative life in the Swiss Romandy.

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