The craftsmanship of the machines and the intricate woodwork and scrolling on the stands and cabinets that house them make vintage sewing machines, like this one owned by Marenthia Lagarde of New ...

Put a paintbrush or pencil in my hand, and I cannot create art. Seat me at a sewing machine, and my creativity flows. This art, like my name, was passed down to me from my mom, Lura Kathleen “Kay” ...