If you read our blog often, you know already that I've joined the team at Wickedly Chic as writer for the Beautify Me column. With this comes an amazing team of caring women and devoted readers. Today is the first I've heard of a fundraiser that Wickedly Chic is sponsoring. Below is an exerpt from a message I just recieved for Stepahie Barr.
"Stephanie is the daughter of a devoted Wickedly Chic reader &
Stephanie has been diagnosed with malignant peritoneal mesothelioma
which is caused by asbestos exposure. This cancer is extremely rare and
there are only 4 doctors in the U.S. that are able to treat this
condition. Stephanie is being treated by Dr. Robert Taub in NYC &
she has to travel to NYC for the treatment. Even with health insurance,
there is still a large amount for her family to pay along with all of
the expenses that occur from her going back and forth from Texas to New
York for treatment. Stephanie arrived in New York this week and had a
successful surgery yesterday to have the port for the chemotherapy
implanted. Unfortunately, the surgeon found some more tumors and these
have been removed for now."
What can you do to help? Wickedly Chic as well as some other amazing indiependent companies have teamed up with Jaycee Danielle to organize a fundraiser to help this family offset their costs. All you need to do is spend 5 bucks for a raffle ticket for one of the amazing prizes. Out of the HUGE list of gifts there are 7 Wickedly Chic gift sets each valued at $250.00 full of amazing products & items. All you need to do is stop by the Stephanie Fund Raffle Page purchase a ticket by June 30th. 100% off all proceedes go to Stepanie Barr.
Thank you for support!
Wickedly Chic
Jaycee Danielle
PURCHASE TICKETS
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The sweet smell of strawberries in the spring reminds me of one of my favorite childhood memories. My cousin and I woke up early when the dew was still fresh on the ground and picked a bushel full of strawberries from a friends garden. There is nothing like the smell of strawberries on the vine,freshly picked and sliced up on warm pancakes.
In my search of the next Shop Indie feature I discovered some sweet strawberry goodies that really sparked my memory. Strawberries are not only a juicy treat but they are showing up in this seasons fashions. Check out what I found from these indie designers.
From Sojourn Curiosities Etsy shop is this adorable Strawberry Day Ring. This ring is brought to you by vintage buttons, copper, bead and glass components. Sojourn Curiosities brings wearable journeys of the mind, body & soul. One of my favorite things about this ring is it's story. From the designer "Sweet strawberries and cream sit atop a white farm table, timeworn
curtains sway in the breeze. Just beyond the window, pale white flowers
dot twining, vining tendrils and sunlight dappled children laugh and
play..." Stop by Sojourn Curiosities shop and find your self back in time with a collection of beautiful and imaginative jewelry.
My journey of Strawberry Couture didn't stop at jewlery, but I found myself staring at this Strawberry Fields Apron. This apron comes from one of my favorite Etsy shop's Carolina Bleu. The creativity doesn't stop there at Carolina Bleu, as they have a wide range of other vintage aprons and goodies.
Last feature is this adorable Vintage Strawberries Baby Doll Top. Just in time for summer Dainty Daisies created this hand stitched shirt, that is so much fun. Created from striped vintage fabrics and adorned with a sweet strawberry applique. This is a one of a kind top, so hurry before it's gone! Looking for other unique clothing Dainty Daisies has a lot more to offer!
Indulge in Sweet Strawberry Couture!
Gabreial Wyatt
Vintage Body Spa, LLC
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After venturing out and buying my very first sewing machine, it looks as if those accent pillows I wanted to make are a little farther into the future than I had visioned. I haven't given up on sewing, I think now my problem is finding the time to practice. Either way I have gained a huge amount of respect for all of those sewing divas out there. In between practicing and summer maybe I'll eventually get some plush pillow accents ready for fall or holidays. If you are like me and have high hopes for sewing, but just haven't found the time, I've found some great indie made vintage style pillows that will do more than just accent.
Vintage pillows are so neat. Whether their made from some leftover scraps from a sewing project a loved one made or from an old vintage table cloth it seams each one tells a story. I found some fantastic examples. Check out our first feature from dottieangel's Etsy shop. These Nora Retro cushions are make using a vintage "retro" style table cloth, then accented accented with lace. These would look beautiful on a front porch swing.
Next I landed on strawberryhil on Etsy. This adorable shop is filled with vintage plushies. Including this fantastic Flying in Ivy pillow. This pillow made from a vintage tea towel is darling with it's cute red rick-rack trim. I just love it! 
I also love this pillow Catch of the Day made of a vintage fish market place mat also by strawberryhil.
Lastly on our plush accent hunt is shop ninispins and this completely hand sewn Blue and Grey Sky Patchwork Pillow. This soft fluffy pillow is stuffed to perfection and the color combo is a perfect blend vintage fabric blues. 
Indulge in indie plush accents and support the hand made community with one of these fantastic finds for your home.
Vintage Body Spa, LLC
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I just had to share this beautiful compilation of fantastic vintage finds all from Etsy. If you haven't had a chance to shop through a treasury, it's a lot of fun and interesting to see how others pull things together. I chose the title A Vintage Summer because of my love of all things vintage and because there are so many beautiful diverse items on Etsy for that title. You better hurry because these fab finds won't last long!
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Nothing says summer like putting on a pair of your favorite pumps or flops and throwing on a super cute summer dress. Summer Dresses are easy to spice up or tone down and available in a plethora of styles & colors. Our favorite of course is vintage style handmade dresses with vintage fabrics. Check out what we found.
From Etsy.com we found two fantastic shops. The first is LaMadeleine, she offers custom made to order dresses like this vintage Swing Halter Dress ($45.00) You send your measurements, color choices and any other detail and you have your very own swanky custom dress delivered right to your doorstep. If you don't like this design she offers others to choose from.
Next we found SWANclothing from Etsy.com as well, she creates many dresses of this style that are one of a kind, using vintage thrifted fabrics & new elastic components. This Empire Striped Roses ($110.00) dress is our favorite in her shop with it's ultra feminine feel.
Last but not least is a new favorite vintage find, Adore Vintage.
This shop is full of fantastic womens & men's apparel, accessories
and vintage treasures! You have to hurry though most of these fab vintage finds
are one of a kind or very limited quantities.
First up is this super adorable 1980's Bubble Gum Sun Dress!($48.00).
Or why not dress up your summer style a little with this 1970's Rosy Gypsy Dress from Adore VintageThis would look great with black flats or pumps and at ($58.00).
Indulge in something pretty this summer with these indie designed and vintage classic styles!
Enjoy,
Gabreial
Vintage Body Spa
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A special thanks to Stephanie from indie babies & Sammi Bags for sponsoring the give-a-way!! To Enter to win one SammiBag Simply Comment on THIS post. Must have a valid email
address to enter. Giveaway begins 5:00pmEST May 4,2007 Ends Mother's
Day May 13th 6:00pmEST. Just in time for a little something extra!
(Items will be shipped after the contest date) Winner will be posted on
our blog.
I don't know if you are like me, but the only accessory I've been carrying around for the last five years is sippy cups, diapers, and snackies. Now that my youngest is two it seems like I'm really starting to miss viva glam and pretty things that make me feel like a woman. Hence the handbag guide!
Ever since Karen from Simply June sent me the beautiful Nataliya bag I decided it's time to share the love of independent designed handbags. Below is only very small portion of simply exquisite design and craftsmanship in the line of handmade handbags from around the globe!
The possibilities are endless as these fabric designed bags come in many shapes sizes and styles to suit your personality.
Beatrice : $49.00 justinamaria
Ribbed Envelope Purse: $50.00 McIntosh
Peppermint Twist : $52.00 mintworkshop
Summer in the City : $58.00 Spirited Style
Spring Time Floral : $45.00
These over sized bags hold everything you need and more. Made from hand carved/hand cut leather and specialty fabrics.
giallo tote bag : $55.00 DrikaB
La TURISTA BUENA : $175.00 Feral Empire
Ivana Geometric Hobo : $95.00 Sewlutions by AMO
Saturday Eleven-Thirty : $75.00 Kaleel Design
Choose one of these snazzy clutches or solid color bags to create the perfect accent to any outfit!
Simili Leather Cute Ruffle Clutch : $12.00 Dactylo
Blushing Envy : $40.00 Olilo
Small Gray Check Print : $90.00 Becky OH
Ava Lemon : Approx $78.00 USD. Emma Gordon London
These classy addition dress up any casual style an make perfect evening accessory.
Circles Clutch : $22.00 The Devils Cloth
THE ALEXIS CLUTCH : $38.00 ao3designs
Cocoa Stiletto : $45.00 Simply June
Black with Silver : ray-min
A special thanks to Stephanie Szabo for help with the Spring Bag Thing, find her work at her Etsy shop!
Another special thanks to Stephanie from indie babies & SammiBags for sponsoring the give-a-way!! To Enter to win one Sammi Bag, Simply Comment on THIS post. Must have a valid email
address to enter. Giveaway begins 5:00pmEST May 4,2007 Ends Mother's
Day May 13th 6:00pmEST. Just in time for a little something extra!
(Items will be shipped after the contest date) Winner will be posted on
our blog.
The give-a-way is now closed.
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Vintage Body Spa™ has teamed up with indie shop Wren Eleven to bring you some super luxurious exclusive gift sets! Wren Eleven is a super classy shop that supports indie artists and designers where they "Redefine the Art of Living & Giving". They offer a fantastic line of art, paper goods, accessories, gifts & more on top of top notch customer service. You won't find this gift set at any other shop. It's elegant reusable hat box is filled with three of our best selling products. These have just been released, just in time for the ultimate mother's day gift! Stop by Wren Eleven's shop and buy up a bunch of indie goodies for your mother, daughter sister & friends!
Indulge Your Body™!
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As a work at home mom of two boys I wear many hats in one day. One of my most favorites is my chef's hat. I don't really wear a hat, but with two boys and a husband you get the idea. The kitchen is one of my most favorite rooms to be in. I love entertaining, creating new recipes, and a lot of joy comes from bringing something nutritional and delicious to my family's table. Did I mention I'm a really messy cook? I love it though my oldest son puts on his little apron, we get our hands involved and bake up some goodies.
When I decided to write about aprons I had no idea how huge the love for aprons was. My aprons consist of white,off white and denim. How boring! When I started my research for this topic I found myself wanting to buy every single one of them. There are so many talented designers, sewing geniuses and collectors it was so hard to choose from. I have a couple of great ones for you to choose from! I say throw out your boring old apron and put on a little something special!
I love this apron from Sunda Rose on etsy. The Burst of Summer Shabby Chef Apron is made up of beautiful fabrics and details. This would make a great mothers day gift at $36.00
I love this Sunshine apron from Made By Tess. It's cheerful bright colors get you ready for spring vegetables and out door grilling with it's half apron style. $35.00
The simple but elegant look of this style apron would be perfect for entertaining. The Desperate But Very French Housewife apron is 100% cotton and at $17.50 it's very affordable! Find this apron any many other fabric choices at Momo's Retro Fashions on Etsy.
What about something for your little helper? I couldn't resist bringing nana Company to your attention. This "Come Play in My Garden" apron is absolutely adorable at $14.50
These are just a few of many great handmade aprons out there! Stop by these shops, show your support for indie shopping and put a little something special on the next time your in the kitchen!
Enjoy
Gabreial
Vintage Body Spa, LLC
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