Posts by Sara Barnes

Sara Barnes

Sara Barnes is a Staff Editor at My Modern Met, Manager of My Modern Met Store, and co-host of the My Modern Met Top Artist Podcast. As an illustrator and writer living in Seattle, she chronicles illustration, embroidery, and beyond through her blog Brown Paper Bag and Instagram @brwnpaperbag. She wrote a book about embroidery artist Sarah K. Benning titled "Embroidered Life" that was published by Chronicle Books in 2019. Sara is a graduate of the Maryland Institute College of Art. She earned her BFA in Illustration in 2008 and MFA in Illustration Practice in 2013.
Social Cause
December 22, 2022

Former Social Worker Crafts Dolls Identical to Children Who Have Visible Physical Differences

Representation is a powerful force for good. When a child can hold a doll that looks like them, it helps them to feel seen and accepted. But not every child can have a doll that reflects their characteristics, particularly if they have visible physical differences. Amy Jandrisevits is a former social worker who has made it her mission to craft unique dolls that are look-alikes for special children.

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DIY
December 19, 2022

Grandpa Designs and Builds Enchanting Bedroom for Grandson With Autism

One Redditor is helping keep his grandson safe while giving the child an enchanting place to sleep. In a viral post, user libertyordeaaathh built a special bedroom setup for the child, who has autism. “Some kids with autism and other conditions need a safety bed to keep them safe and contained,” he shared alongside a video tour of the space.

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Music
December 14, 2022

Neil Diamond Surprises Broadway Crowd With a Performance of ‘Sweet Caroline’

Theatergoers at the opening night of the Broadway show A Beautiful Noise, The Neil Diamond Musical got a special surprise. Neil Diamond himself made an appearance and sang an impromptu performance of his beloved song “Sweet Caroline” to an ecstatic crowd. The spontaneous session, performed on December 5, 2022, is fitting considering the musical is about Diamond’s life. It’s also exceedingly rare.

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Store
December 9, 2022

72-Hour Sale at My Modern Met Store: Save 15% on All of Our Creative Products

Are you trying to complete your holiday shopping? If you’re still on the hunt for the perfect present, it could seem like you’ve missed all your opportunities to save this season. But not at My Modern Met Store! We’re having a 72-hour sale that starts on December 9 and ends on December 11 at 11:59 PM PST. Use the code GIFTINGTIME15 to save 15% on your entire order.

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