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Archive for May, 2006

Tuffen Up!

Tuesday, May 23rd, 2006

TuffCooki creates one of a kind, quality handmade clothing and handbags. Designer Monica Kennedy has a line for those of you who dare to be different. The Camper Handbag is perfect for your next outing. The chocolatey brown lining is a fabulous contrast to the canvas stripes. Plus who could resist the sparkling beaded flower! For those of you who are into designer vintage clothing TuffCooki has a must-have Christian Dior tank top that is as cute as a button.

You’ll have a chance to win your very own TuffCooki purse and tank top along with some other great prizes in this month’s giveaway! Along with the Tuffcooki Polka Dot Handbag and Tank Top the winner will receive and Spicy Lime Soap from Starhitched Wagon. Drawing will be held on June 1st and the winner will be notified by email. All current subscribers are eligible so be sure to tell all of your friends!

This week’s newsletter is sponsored by: I Adore Style, the shopping & fashion blog for those of you who can’t help but adore style.

SnorgTees.com

Monday, May 22nd, 2006

SnorgTees.com is run by a group of friends dedicated to making awesome tee shirts. Not only do they create all of the designs and ideas, but they also fulfill orders, and maintain their own site.

Tee For Your Seed

Wednesday, May 17th, 2006

Spunky Sprout is an organic infant product line that offers the most adorable yet environment friendly cotton tees. Spunky Sprout got its start in 2004, with sisters Toni and Joli Williams. They wanted to have a line of infant products that had a multicultural identity and fill a void in the baby fashion world. Spunky Sprout offers stylish pieces without all of the frill.

Ryelee onesie: 100% organic cotton tie-dyed with with black screenprint $24.00

Pangaya

Monday, May 15th, 2006

Launched in 2004, Pangaya is an online eco-chic retailer that cares about two things: sustainability and fashion.

With a beautiful soft drape, this bias cut piece is versatile enough for the office under a blazer, paired with the Linen Petra Pocket Skirt or with jeans. Made by UNDESIGNED. $98.00

Ecoist handbags are made from recycled candy wrappers, food packages, and soft drink labels. These excess materials have been discarded due to printing defects or discontinued candy lines. For each bag sold, a tree is planted in an area that has been affected by industrial development, natural disasters, fires, and other causes. $68.00

This sophisticated v-neck sport top with shelf bra was inspired by the posh bayside town that boasts stunning views of San Francisco and the Golden Gate Bridge. Seen in the February 2005 edition of Jane magazine. Made by Loyale Clothing. $70.00

Full Tilt

Thursday, May 11th, 2006

Tilting Swiftly creates handcrafted jewelry and accessories for those with a different perspective. Jen Wallace of Tilting Swiftly crafts her distinctive, handcrafted jewelry pieces to be wearable art. Combining form and function, Jen’s designs appeal to those with an unusual jewelry perspective. Tilting Swiftly offers designs online at www.tiltingswiftly.com and at select retail locations.

Bohemian Chic

Monday, May 8th, 2006

Crystalyn Kae’s oversized hobo handbag is embellished with contrasting coral pintucks and Ultrasuede lining. This bag is extra roomy and can easily take you from day to night. $125.00

This Gauze Tie Dress by Gina Michele is easy-fitting and perfect for warm spring weather. Includes great boho details like tie straps and elastic waist. $94.00

If you need the perfect blouse to add funky accessories to then the Berry Sweet Blouse from Adore Vintage is a fab choice. Pile on bangles as shown or belt it at the waist. $29.95

JuneBee Baby

Friday, May 5th, 2006

Do you remember the good old days when your grandmother or mother used to hand knit your garments just to your specifications? It was a wonderful thing to wear an original design that was not mass produced on a large assembly line.

JuneBee Baby brings you back with one-of-a-kind baby handknits designed and crafted with 100% natural yarns in cotton, wool or cashmere in Istanbul, Turkey.


With various artisans working on these garments, each piece has a distinct look. These Turkish artisans are highly skilled at creating unique hand knitted clothing. JuneBee Baby has worked with these artisans to combine the rustic look of the East with the trendy style of the West. These pieces will give you the nostalgic look that is so hard to find in the 21st century.

Garden Variety

Thursday, May 4th, 2006

Cherry Cordial Necklace - A chrochet cherry and flower cluster flirts with quartz, glass, and serpentine, attached to an 18″ silver plate cable chain. $40.00

Apple Pickin’ Skirt- Original hand screen print. Apples tumble out to the edge of this playful wrap skirt…watch out for worms! $62.00

Garden sweater top - Adorable vintage cream knit top with zipper on the back. Iridescent sequins embellish this the beaded and sequined flowers. A true vintage gem! $24.00

Vintage Remix

Wednesday, May 3rd, 2006

At Keeta Collection you can find one-of-a-kind reconceived and reconstructed tees and much more! These tees have fantastic details. From hand sewn bead and embroidery to sparkling crystals, you will find a wide variety of adornments on these vintage shirts. They will feel like your favorite old tee from the start, with that well worn feel.

Check the Tag Sale section at Keeta Collection for great purses at great prices!

She’s A Lady

Tuesday, May 2nd, 2006

Carly Couture is a sweet shop that carries tons of unique designs from 22 year old Carly. Our favorite of her vast collection is the Black Record Sleeve Bag. The tote has a clear vinyl front where you can display your favorite LP cover. There is also a pocket with velcro closure that makes it super easy to change and hold your favorite LP’s. Plus, you can get this tote including the Tom Jones cover for just $32!