Create & Escape in the News

New and notable: A crafty Gloucester pop-up, a ‘card vault,’ and swanky jewelry store

August 23, 2022

Since Aug. 6 (and until mid-October), the storefront is home to Sadie Restivo’s custom apparel business, Beached Goods, and Wendy Lattof’s crafting side-hustle, Create & Escape. A Danvers resident, Restivo called the pop-up “an unbeatable opportunity to open a brick-and-mortar space without all the risks”...

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A great escape: Despite fears, creative business thrives in pandemic

August 2, 2022

Despite the catchy name, the owners of Create and Escape on Main Street thought their new business wouldn’t escape the COVID-19 pandemic...

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Downtown Peabody still struggling in the wake of COVID-19

July 29, 2022

The pandemic may seem to be waning, but businesses in downtown Peabody are still feeling the effects of COVID-19 — and say they need more support...

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2022 Best of North Shore Winners

July 27, 2022

The name says it all: Escape into your creativity with a huge range of DIY projects, ranging from canvas arts and ceramics; sea glass art and wood signs; pillows and totes; and more. You can also nab at-home DIY kits for kids and adults...

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Peabody To Raise Pride Flag With Pop-Up Pub In Month Of Special Events

June 3, 2022

The City Hall ceremony and pop-up pub event both take place on June 11 with a Pride Night at Granite Coast Brewing Company on June 10...

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A Visit to Create & Escape DIY Workshops

May 11, 2022

My son and I spent a fun afternoon at Create & Escape DIY Workshops last week. He is 5 and on a big art kick right now, so when co-owner Wendy Lattof, asked about partnering with The North Shore Moms and invited us for a visit I jumped at the chance...

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Peabody nonprofit places those with disabilities into jobs linked to their interests

November 30, 2021

Painting studio Create and Escape in Peabody was about to start recruiting for workers this fall when Darren Goad proposed hiring one of his clients...

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Video: Bridgewell Partnership

November 2021

Connecting people with possibliities.

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WORKING TOGETHER IN PEABODY

October 29, 2021

Organizations like Bridgewell, that support and empower people with disabilities, help secure employment in different ways: through volunteer situations, direct employment, or a group-supported model...

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