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In normal life Rebecca Harris is an archaeologist, but she has turned her sewing skills into a community project. Along with two other sewers the three “Smyrna Sewing Sisters” have produced and donated 400 personal protective cloth masks so far. Here's Rebecca's tutorial on how to make your own DIY cloth mask. 

Today, Governor Ron DeSantis finally issued a long-awaited "safer at home" order, which goes into effect at midnight on April 3rd, 2020. Like most government decrees, the order is sort of confusing and filled with external references and legal jargon. I'm breaking down some of the important parts for you to make it easier to understand.

When this whole COVID-19 thing first went down, we racked our brains trying to come up with ways we could help. We are part of the local farmers market here in New Smyrna Beach, and like many public events, the city decided to shut it down to discourage crowds. The closure of the markets didn't hurt us very much. We have quite the online business, (thank you for being here!), and we can survive through e-commerce and wholesale. However, it became quickly apparent that many vendors were already in dire straits. Farmers and makers of all kinds had no outlets...

From my favorite Bright Eyes lyric: "we have a problem, with no solution, but to love. And to be loved." And also wash your hands and social distance!