Turning the big two eight

Posted on | Monday, January 11, 2010 | 12 Comments

I told Matt today that it doesn't feel like my birthday. So he goes, "What day does it feel like?" I go, "Monday."
Over the weekend, I scored at an antique shop with some lovely baubles:

I'm thinking of mixing them into the pieces I'm making for this lovely event later this month and this one.
I also got lucky and found an old singer sewing table... need to pick it up later today. It's heavy! Pictures to come.
Playing with light...

What a random post, huh? :) Happy Monday!

New Etsy shop to visit

Posted on | Friday, January 8, 2010 | 2 Comments

My sister and I have been busy behind the scenes working on a new and exciting project that will be ready later this year. I think it's always great to work with family, don't you? Anyhow, that project is under wraps right now, but I promise to share with everyone as soon as it's ready along with another exciting something in the next few weeks. So many new things... I would also like to share that my sister has just opened up an Etsy shop! At the moment, there is the cutest embellished sweater listed. Please be sure to visit her shop as I'm sure she'll be filling it with lots of prettiness over the coming weeks/months. Here's the first item:

Cute, yes? You can view/purchase it HERE.
Visit Amy's Etsy shop HERE.

Tastefully done boudoir

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A little part of me cringes at the thought of boudoir photos... perhaps it's modesty... or maybe I've seen too much done in ways that make me feel uncomfortable? I think boudoir is gorgeous and beautiful if done the right way (although, we are all entitled to our own opinion about style). I think it's nice when you can look at a boudoir photo like a piece of artwork. If you can look at it without feeling uncomfortable or a bit embarrassed, then I think it's done its job. I think a perfect boudoir photo for me shows the beauty of every woman and celebrates femininity. If it has an old world, vintage charm... bonus! If you are in agreement and in the Portland area January 24-25th, you should book a session with Lisa Warninger. She'll be working with a very talented stylist, Rebecca Westby (who's work I'm sure you'll see much more of in the future) and Madi Cosmetics. I hear that slots are filling up fast... but what better gift for your special someone for Valentine's? Here's a sampling

I like this...

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photo by Lisa Warninger

Just something about it... perhaps I will design a hair piece in these colors... hmmm

Month 2 :: Vegan diet

Posted on | Thursday, January 7, 2010 | No Comments

I realized that I haven't done a vegan/kind diet update for a while!
I am still forgoing meat... but I have to admit that over the holidays I did eat just a little bit and every once and a while, I'm eating a bit of cheese. I'm still saying it... I love cheese and it is so hard to cut out! But, I still feel great and I know that I'm doing my body good whenever I can go for longer stretches without eating animal products. I don't think of it so much as cutting things out of my life rather than eating right to live well. I was excited to see that this fashionable and sweet lady has read through The Kind Diet book too! You can read about her opinions on food and health for cancer prevention and reversal HERE. In the last two months, I've experienced more energy and fewer migraines. Hooray! I had 1 bite of steak off Matt's plate a few weeks ago, and I didn't like it.
I made the yummiest portobello burgers last night and I'll have to start posting recipes! I guess my New Year's resolution this year would be to stick with it and to be better about cutting out cheese.... aw, we all have our weaknesses!

Beautiful wedding at Once Wed

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I just saw the loveliest wedding at Once Wed and recognized the Twigs & Honey hair piece. Brianna, the too pretty bride, is wearing Blushing Mist, a hand dyed and handmade silk flower. Such a lovely wedding, yes? Photos by our labor of love.

Oh sweetness in Paris

Posted on | Wednesday, January 6, 2010 | 4 Comments

The very cute Nathalie recently sent me a picture from her travels in Paris. I think she is so pretty wearing her Twigs & Honey hair piece. I mentioned to her how I loved her jacket and brooch. Her jacket is from Old Navy! And the brooch is by Etsy seller nakedtile. Too cute in the heart of Paris during the holidays...

pssst.... Paris is on my mind.... ;)
If your Twigs & Honey piece(s) is a world traveler or currently in a far off place, email me a photo (info@twigsandhoney.com) for the "around the world" photo on the right column.

Check out this lovely, updated website... now!

Posted on | Tuesday, January 5, 2010 | 1 Comment

I was just grabbing the URL for the English Dept. in Portland and noticed... hey... this website looks different! Just passing along the word. If you've got a few minutes today, you should check it out in all its newness. :) The talented Elizabeth Dye is the shop owner and curates her charming Downtown Portland boutique like it was an art gallery for all things pretty and sweet. You can try on and buy Twigs & Honey pieces here too. If you ever pass through Portland, be sure to stop by. You will ALWAYS find something beautiful. Pssst... and don't forget their fashion show on January 31st at Ace Hotel in Portland.

Real Bride Shannon

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There's a new photo of the month! Shannon, a stunning bride with the prettiest red hair, emailed me this lovely photo of her wearing a Twigs & Honey handmade silk flower. Her wedding was recently featured at Green Wedding Shoes and you can view more photos from her beautiful, whimsical wedding HERE.

Photo credits: Bryan Sheffield

Lovely wedding featured in Unveiled Weddings

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Elizabeth Messina has really blown me away with these beautiful photos from her brother's wedding to the prettiest bride, Lauren. I got a sneak peak last month and have been dying to see more photos. I made Lauren a dramatic bridal hat with handmade, oversized silk white flowers and a double feather flower with detachable birdcage veil. Lauren wore them beautifully! See more photos HERE and at Unveiled Weddings Magazine.

Photography credits: Elizabeth Messina

Mixing it up

Posted on | Wednesday, December 30, 2009 | 6 Comments

Holidays wore me out! I'm still recovering from all the traveling. Just to mix it up a bit, I created a festive shrug and vest. The shrug would be perfect for a bride or for a special occasion. The vest would be great over your favorite tank or shirt. I found a great metallic jacquard fabric a couple weeks ago and finally found a good use for it. Enjoy!

Shrug

Vest
I made these in xs-s, but if you need a different size, get in touch. I still have enough fabric to make a few more. :)

Holidays 2009

Posted on | Monday, December 28, 2009 | 4 Comments

Holidays...
The time to indulge in too many sweets and yummy foods...
The time to give gifts...
The time to enjoy the company of family...
The time to embarrass the dog...

Matt got me a Fernanimal for Christmas (among other things).

Indy is smacking her lips at the thought of the Fernanimal...

So now I had to tease Indy...

"I promise not to tear it apart"

"But can I at least taste it?"

"Oh, mom!"

"I will get you another day."
A couple family photos:

New pieces in the Etsy shop

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I hope everyone had a lovely weekend!
Just to kick off the week, I've created a couple new designs for the Etsy shop.

Blushing Bouquet

Flower Burst

This design comes in pairs and you can choose two of the same color or mix and match. Enjoy!

Happy Holidays!

Posted on | Thursday, December 24, 2009 | 3 Comments

Sorry for the light posting this week! Matt and I have been traveling a bit. We'll be traveling a bit more and then we'll be home this Sunday and I'll be back to posting. :)

Wishing everyone the best this holiday season!!
Matt, Myra, & Indy!

Have you seen these commercials?

Posted on | Saturday, December 19, 2009 | 3 Comments

Okay, probably only airing in Oregon, but I saw this lovely commerical promoting shopping in Downtown Portland while Matt and I were watching the Discovery Channel tonight, and they have a lovely and lengthy clip of the English Dept.... and you can see this blue flower hat I made for the lovely Elizabeth Dye last year.. and you can see a Clara cameo. :)
woot woot! Click HERE to watch (sorry, you can't click the photo to watch).

Have a lovely weekend!

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Just a few shots of a custom belt for Lisa...