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--------------------------------------------------------------- There’s nothing quite like the unbreakable bond between siblings, but there’s one brother in the Philippines who recently went above and beyond for his sister. Maverick Francisco Oyao decided to undertake an epic fashion project when he discovered his family couldn’t afford to rent a prom dress for his younger sister, Lu Asey Keanna Oyao. So, the Culture and Arts Education student from Zamboanga City got to work designing and putting together an elaborate one-of-a-kind winter ball gown that allowed his sister to have her fairytale moment. Want a daily digest email featuring our latest articles? Stay updated and [subscribe here](=). ​ ​[Loving Brother Handcrafts Incredible Prom Dress for His Sister After His Family Couldn’t Afford One](​ [Brother and sister who is wearing a fancy prom dress](​ [Read on My Modern Met]( ​ Of course, Oyao isn’t the only one to successfully create a fancy DIY gown. For as long as she could remember, Kaitlyn Alforque dreamed of making her own prom dress. So when it finally came time to attend the big dance, she took the opportunity to make a DIY dress that ended up wowing both her classmates and the internet-at-large. ​ ​[This Artistic Teen Taught Herself How to Sew Her Own Stunning Prom Dress](​ [Teen wearing a fancy dress](​ [Read on My Modern Met]( ​ While Oyao and Alforque have excelled at creating contemporary frocks, Lauren Rossi goes back in time with her dress making. She's passionate about “very slow fashion” and uses her clothing construction know-how and deep love for the past to create custom outfits from the 18th and 19th centuries. The results are a brilliant display of engineered clothing that’s impeccably modeled by Rossi herself. ​ ​[Woman Relives the Past by Sewing Her Own 18th and 19th Century Dresses [Interview]](​ [Woman wearing historical dress](​ [Read on My Modern Met]( ​ --------------------------------------------------------------- ​ This week on the [My Modern Met Top Artist podcast](), we chat with fiber artist [Bisa Butler]() on her incredibly vibrant quilts celebrating Black stories. Bisa uses the traditional craft of quilting to create contemporary portraits of Black women, men, and children. Her work often focuses on those who may have been forgotten or overlooked in history and is depicted in bright colors paired with patterns and textures. We won’t spoil the interview, so tune in and hear about Bisa’s unique style and more unexpected narratives she is able to create in her work. Listen to the full episode by clicking the link below or visiting the [Top Artist website](). Or, [subscribe using your favorite podcast app](=) and never miss an episode. ​ ​[Textile Artist Bisa Butler on Her Vibrant Quilted Portraits That Share Black Stories [Podcast]](=)​ [Quilted Art by Bisa Butler](=)​ [Listen on My Modern Met](=) ​ --------------------------------------------------------------- ​ [Zaria Forman](=)​ Do you find inspiration in stories and artists like these? Being a [My Modern Met member](=) has its perks. Together, we'll create a positive culture by highlighting the best sides of humanity. You'll also experience our website ad-free, get a discount at [My Modern Met Store](, receive an exclusive newsletter, and more. My Modern Met is largely supported by our readers. Thanks to you, we’re able to continue our important work of supporting artists and creatives from around the world. Help us reach our community goal of 1,000 members by the end of 2021! [Join today](=). Monthly, yearly, student, and lifetime memberships are available. ​ --------------------------------------------------------------- ​ = We post new content on our [YouTube channel]() each week. Subscribe to our channel to see our latest videos. ​ --------------------------------------------------------------- [My Modern Met Store Logo](​ We offer the best creative products from makers around the world, and we're adding new things all the time! Shop [My Modern Met Store]() and get free shipping on orders over $100 ($250 for outside of the United States). Is your life getting too hectic? It happens to everyone, but there are exercises that can help you relax. This deck of [Mindfulness Cards](=) includes over 50 prompts for the mind and body. [Mindfulness Cards]()​ [Shop Now]() ​ Want more creative product suggestions? Subscribe to our Selects newsletter by [opting-in here](). Sara Barnes Staff Editor Loving these emails? To get a daily digest of our new articles, [click here](). Want to share this email with a friend? [Here's a signup link.]( [Unsubscribe]( | 26074 Lugo Dr, Loma Linda, CA 92354