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Festival Fun

Posted on June 9, 2011 by Radiant Shade

last week, we ventured eastward for SmileFest. we had never been to virginia. after seeing the country side with my own eyes, i can see why early american settlers called it home. the festival & campground was nestled in the … Continue reading →

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Sew Growth

Posted on May 29, 2011 by Radiant Shade

i recently reviewed my friend erin’s sewing book stripped down patchwork. with it, i learned a stellar sewing technique. :: Seminole patchwork :: it looks like i stitched all those pretty diamonds shapes individually, but i didn’t. i got those shapes by … Continue reading →

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last dance

Posted on May 24, 2011 by Radiant Shade

last chance for loooove. my entire stock is coming on the road with me. now is the time to grab up what’s left in my etsy shop. you don’t want to miss out on my little collection of hand dyed … Continue reading →

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Book LOVE: Stripped Down Patchwork

Posted on May 23, 2011 by Radiant Shade

tricky sewing rocks my world. it saves time & lets you shine. i am honored to be stop #8 on erin gilday’s blog tour! do you guys know of this amazing lady from the patchwork underground? erin is a seriously creative … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged book review, friends, patchwork, patchwork underground | 11 Comments

no public nudity

Posted on May 13, 2011 by Radiant Shade

sometimes, the biggest selling point for clothing is being able to try it on. though, i may be a fuzzy, long haired, two dog, lettuce eating hippie, i don’t like to get naked in front of strangers. call me crazy, … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged DIY, fitting room, repurposed fabric, vending | 3 Comments

grateful focus

Posted on May 12, 2011 by Radiant Shade

lately, a whirl wind of sewing and planning has been accompanied by a tumultuous tornado spree across the state of alabama. here’s how our yard ended up. we are extremely thankful to have only had this happen. my first real … Continue reading →

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pippy comes full circle

Posted on April 8, 2011 by Radiant Shade

I watched the Pippy Longstocking series often as a little girl. I admired her adventures and apathy to what everyone else thought of her. She followed her heart and made me dream big. I have come to realize I am … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged dress, hippie patchwork, inspiration, skirts | 1 Comment

new things in bloom

Posted on April 7, 2011 by Radiant Shade

i am anxiously awaiting the response for my first music festival vending spot. i can’t tell you how nervous and excited i am right now. just. a. few. more. days. keeping myself busy isn’t hard though. some how i managed … Continue reading →

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AntiFashion Show

Posted on April 4, 2011 by Radiant Shade

I stepped away from this blog to refocus. I have made a solid commitment to grow outside of my shy quiet studio and into my amazing community of creative people. It’s not easy being brave and putting yourself out there, … Continue reading →