My holidays were filled with love, laughter and cocktails, as I hope yours were too! They were so much fun that I took an unplanned break from blogging to enjoy my family and friends and relax. But now I’m back to blogging and so excited to share with you!
At this time of year, I have more chances to dress up, don fancy jewelry and try something a bit more daring. So here’s a brief recap of what I've been up to – and what I've worn – over the past several weeks.
Showing posts with label The Holidays. Show all posts
Showing posts with label The Holidays. Show all posts
Thursday, January 16, 2014
Friday, December 20, 2013
Fashionably Shop Toledo: Copper Moon Studios
When you walk into Copper Moon Studios it’s difficult to not become pleasantly overwhelmed with the bright colors and great selection of glass (and now metal) products. If you’re looking for unique, fun gifts for a variety of people, make a trip to this glass art gallery this weekend.
I've bought several gifts from Copper Moon, located at 8007 Airport Hwy. in Holland, Ohio, including earrings, a wall pocket and a sun catcher. This year I'm eyeing the poinsettia ornament, Christmas light platter and colorful candle holders.
Here’s an idea of what else they offer:
You can also sign up for classes to make your own glass art.
Copper Moon Studios’ holiday hours are Monday to Saturday: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Sunday: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Christmas Eve: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
I've bought several gifts from Copper Moon, located at 8007 Airport Hwy. in Holland, Ohio, including earrings, a wall pocket and a sun catcher. This year I'm eyeing the poinsettia ornament, Christmas light platter and colorful candle holders.
Here’s an idea of what else they offer:
- Business card holders
- Candleholders
- Clocks
- Coasters
- Jewelry
- Lamps
- Mirros
- Night lights
- Ornaments
- Picture frames
- Plate and knife sets
- Platters
- Purse hooks
- Smashed wine bottle trays
- Sun catchers
- Wall art
- Wall pockets
- Wine stoppers
- Plus, custom work!
You can also sign up for classes to make your own glass art.
Copper Moon Studios’ holiday hours are Monday to Saturday: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Sunday: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Christmas Eve: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Photos courtesy of Copper Moon Studios' website and Facebook Page
Which is your favorite glass piece from Copper Moon Studios?
Tuesday, December 10, 2013
Fashionably Shop Toledo: Shapemejeans
Finding the perfect pair of jeans is like finding a ________.
If you said "unicorn," then you're going to love this gift idea from a local mom and daughter duo! Shapemejeans, located in Franklin Park Mall, sells custom-fit, handmade jeans. They are made to fit both your hips and waist, without any gaping in the back or bunching in the front. Options include fabrics in a variety of colors, threads and stitching, shape, pockets, belt loops and embroidery.
Shapemejeans was born from the recurring frustration of struggling to find that perfect pair of jeans that fit in all the right places. After Alicia Lawson tried on 52 pairs of jeans she gave up and made a pair herself. Her daughter, Arlinda, wanted a custom made pair too. In 2009, they realized that many women have trouble finding jeans that fit and began developing their business plan.
A gift card to get a pair of jeans made specifically for the receiver would make a very fitting gift for the woman in your life, who is always looking for that perfect pair of jeans. Ladies, if that’s you, be sure to put Shapemejeans on your wish list. The jeans start at $120 per pair, plus a one-time $25 fitting fee. If you think that’s steep, ask yourself if the person they’re intended for lives in jeans. If they wear jeans often, then a high quality pair of custom made jeans would be more than worth it.
Toledo Blade Staff Writer Roneisha Mullen tried the idea on for size by having a pair made just for her and wrote about her experience here.
“My Shapemejeans are dark, clean, and classic,” she said. “Because of the simple design I chose, mine look like any other pair of jeans you’d buy at a traditional store. However, the fit cannot be rivaled.”
For more information, go to www.shapemejeans.com or visit them at Franklin Park Mall in the food court wing.
Are you adding Shapemejeans to your wish list?
If you said "unicorn," then you're going to love this gift idea from a local mom and daughter duo! Shapemejeans, located in Franklin Park Mall, sells custom-fit, handmade jeans. They are made to fit both your hips and waist, without any gaping in the back or bunching in the front. Options include fabrics in a variety of colors, threads and stitching, shape, pockets, belt loops and embroidery.
Shapemejeans was born from the recurring frustration of struggling to find that perfect pair of jeans that fit in all the right places. After Alicia Lawson tried on 52 pairs of jeans she gave up and made a pair herself. Her daughter, Arlinda, wanted a custom made pair too. In 2009, they realized that many women have trouble finding jeans that fit and began developing their business plan.
A gift card to get a pair of jeans made specifically for the receiver would make a very fitting gift for the woman in your life, who is always looking for that perfect pair of jeans. Ladies, if that’s you, be sure to put Shapemejeans on your wish list. The jeans start at $120 per pair, plus a one-time $25 fitting fee. If you think that’s steep, ask yourself if the person they’re intended for lives in jeans. If they wear jeans often, then a high quality pair of custom made jeans would be more than worth it.
Toledo Blade Staff Writer Roneisha Mullen tried the idea on for size by having a pair made just for her and wrote about her experience here.
“My Shapemejeans are dark, clean, and classic,” she said. “Because of the simple design I chose, mine look like any other pair of jeans you’d buy at a traditional store. However, the fit cannot be rivaled.”
For more information, go to www.shapemejeans.com or visit them at Franklin Park Mall in the food court wing.
Photos courtesy of www.shapemejeans.com and the Toledo Blade/Jetta Fraser
Are you adding Shapemejeans to your wish list?
Thursday, December 5, 2013
Fashionably Shop Toledo: A Holiday Gift Guide
While I guiltily enjoyed shopping on Cyber Monday at national
chain stores, some of my favorite places to shop are locally owned in my
hometown. I’m an advocate for shopping
local and I try to whenever I can. It’s
as simple as replacing the goods you normally purchase (or gifts!) with locally made products
or shopping at locally owned businesses. Why shop local? Here are my top 5 reasons:
1. Shopping local creates jobs
2. When you shop local, more of your money stays in our community and strengthens our
economy
3. Local shops invest more in our communities
4. Shopping local reduces the environmental impact
5. Local shops keep our city unique and attracts out-of-towners
I say it time and time again, Toledo has a lot to offer. You just have to know where to look, because our businesses have sleighs full of gift ideas! So until Christmas, I'd like to share some gift ideas from local businesses or places to shop that are locally owned. To see all of the Holiday Gift Guide posts once they're shared, click on the label to the right, 2013 Holiday Gift Guide. Happy shopping, locally!
Today’s Fashionably Shop Toledo Idea: Swan Creek Candle Company
1. Shopping local creates jobs
2. When you shop local, more of your money stays in our community and strengthens our
economy
3. Local shops invest more in our communities
4. Shopping local reduces the environmental impact
5. Local shops keep our city unique and attracts out-of-towners
I say it time and time again, Toledo has a lot to offer. You just have to know where to look, because our businesses have sleighs full of gift ideas! So until Christmas, I'd like to share some gift ideas from local businesses or places to shop that are locally owned. To see all of the Holiday Gift Guide posts once they're shared, click on the label to the right, 2013 Holiday Gift Guide. Happy shopping, locally!
Today’s Fashionably Shop Toledo Idea: Swan Creek Candle Company
Have you ever been in this place? It smells delightful. Who doesn’t love candles that make a home
smell like Christmas morning or a walk along the beach or clean laundry? Swan Creek Candle Company has a huge variety
of fragrances. Plus, they are made with
100% cotton wicks and all natural American soybean wax, which mean they burn
clean and come from sustainable and renewable resources.
Most candles from large national chains, like Yankee Candles, are made
of paraffin, which is a petroleum based product and possibly not so good for
you. Ever notice the black ring they can
leave? My parents used to burn Yankee
Candles on their fire mantle and eventually they left a black ring on the
ceiling above. They, and I, have both
switched to Swan Creek Candles since then.
Another way this local candle company strives to be
eco-friendly is by selling 24 oz. containers of candle refill wax so you can
refill candle containers when the wax is all burned. In addition to all types of candles, they
sell tarts, wax warmers, fragrance warmers and home décor.
The Swan Creek Candle factory is located in Swanton,
Ohio, along with their original outlet store.
Shopping here supports the American farming community. They also have locations in downtown Toledo,
across from the Mud Hens stadium; Dundee, Mich.; Vermillion, Ohio; Perry,
Mich.; Jackson, Mich. and Leesburg, Fla.
A few of my favorite scents are Pumpkin Vanilla, Citrus & Sage and Crisp Cotton. What are yours?
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