tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-76764388139647311482024-03-13T15:49:43.835-04:00Tina Dean DesignsTinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03997264662266796768noreply@blogger.comBlogger67125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7676438813964731148.post-20919611095783311262012-11-22T10:35:00.001-05:002012-11-22T10:35:11.371-05:00TDD and the Uncommon Goods Upcycling Design ChallengeHappy Thanksgiving!<br />
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On this day, I give thanks to my amazing family and wonderful friends who are so supportive of what I do.<br />
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So, on this Thanksgiving, I'm asking for support in the <a href="http://www.uncommongoods.com/voting/product/56795/rustic-cottage-chic-round-basket" target="_blank">Uncommon Goods Upcycling Design Challenge</a>. TDD has made it through the first level, and is now in need of votes to proceed to the next level (the judging panel). Although I'm not a fan of vote-based contests, this challenge is an excellent opportunity for TDD to be seen in a wider market.
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I've chosen a basket from my new Rustic Cottage Chic line because it is much easier to replicate than the accessories for which I am known. Of course, I did this with winning in mind. ;)<br />
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Here's the basket:<br />
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Here's the link to vote for me -<br />
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Thank you so much for your support!<br />
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Tinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03997264662266796768noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7676438813964731148.post-89448865868694456092012-10-01T06:00:00.000-04:002012-10-01T07:46:00.673-04:00Eco Monday - Sew MantraHave you heard of Sew Mantra? If not, and you’re eco, you need to get on over to check out what’s going on over there!
Sew Mantra is the baby of Martiel Beatty. Her tagline is Renew/Reuse/Reinvent. Love it!<br />
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You’ll enjoy checking out all the different types of eco-friendly products that are in the Sew Mantra shop.<br />
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This flower bouquet is gorgeous! Perfect for brides, and it can be customized to you!
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There are even great items for the kiddos, like this precious Polly the Penguin Critter Hat
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The great thing about Sew Mantra right now is that you can still get in on helping Martiel with her 50 Days of ECO-Love Creation Marathon. She’s making one item per day. Everything she makes is made with at least 50-80% reclaimed, recycled, upcycled or organic materials. <i>You</i> can help her by suggesting color combos and designs by using the Endangered Species List as inspiration for her next creation. And, because she’s so passionate about this cause, she’s donating 100% of her profits from her Endangered Species Inspiration Collection to the World Wildlife Fund for as long as the collection exists!<br />
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Tinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03997264662266796768noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7676438813964731148.post-15063194542162034112012-09-29T08:59:00.001-04:002012-09-29T08:59:36.078-04:00Holiday 2012 Pre-Sale Happening Now!TDD is having a Holiday Pre-Sale on select eco-chic clutches and wristlets! Sale ends on October 25, 2012 and quantities are limited! You won't find this sale on the website or the Etsy shop. <a href="http://www.facebook.com/TinaDeanDesigns">Message TDD on Facebook</a> to take advantage of this great offer.<br />
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First up, we have The Plum Blossom and The Courtesan Fused Eco Clutches. These clutches were originally designed for Mayim Bialik and Cat Deeley, respectively. The fusing looks like distressed leather with gorgeous cotton fabric and a snap closure. They are envelope-style and are a fantastic eco upcycled accessory!
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Next up, we have hand crocheted, upcycled wristlets! These wristlets were originally designed for the 2011 GBK Emmy Awards Gift Lounge and are in the hands of celebs like Nia Peeples, Penny Marshall, Tina Fey and more.<br />
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1. Upcycled Plastic (plarn) only - available in pewter gray, red, pink, forest green, purple, lime, orange, white, black and natural tan brown with red accents<br />
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2. Black plarn w/VHS tape - lining choices include black, zebra or cheetah.<br />
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Tinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03997264662266796768noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7676438813964731148.post-65638387608113684232012-09-24T12:31:00.000-04:002012-09-24T12:31:45.411-04:00Inspiration and CollaborationCollaborating with other artists can be so inspiring! Take, for example, my collaboration with Canadian artist-extraordinaire Shannon Moyer-Szemenyei of <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/sweetstellas" target="_blank">Sweet Stella’s</a>.<br />
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I’ve known Shannon for a bit now. Having her to brainstorm with has been a wonderful experience. So much so, that we’ve collaborated professionally a number of times. Our most recent collaboration is using hand sculpted buttons, which she is doing exclusively for TDD, as embellishments on my new line eco-fused clutches.
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Tinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03997264662266796768noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7676438813964731148.post-31181465647517252942012-09-19T07:00:00.003-04:002012-09-19T07:00:14.631-04:00Celebrating Eco{uture}I had the opportunity to design a bag for Cari Cucksey from HGTV’s Cash & Cari. After messaging with Cari, I found out that she’s a “tote” girl. It was wonderful when she named her bag “The Cash & Cari Tote: A place to stash your cash while treasure hunting”.<br />
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It’s a great bag with lots of texture and a zippered pocket. Her initials are embroidered on the pocket as a special touch that she enjoyed.<br />
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I hope that she’s getting tons of use out of this special tote.<br />
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This tote will be available soon on the website.<br />
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It all started in 2011, when I had a display at the GBK Emmy Awards Gift Lounge. The actress, Catherine O’Hara (known for Beetlejuice and the Home Alone movies) asked if she could have my display purse because she loved it so much. Of course, I said yes!!<br />
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</tbody></table>I had also made evening wristlets with vhs tape as press gifts. Nia Peeples saw them and was fascinated. She is the owner of one of the wristlets now. She was also kind enough to pose with my display purse. Penny Marshall’s eye caught the vhs wristlets as well. Turns out she also asked to keep one. I hope they are enjoying them!<br />
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</tbody></table>And the late Kathryn Joosten who was known for her roles on The West Wing and Desperate Housewives. I was so sad to hear of her passing earlier this year.<br />
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<a href="http://ostlund-custom-works.myshopify.com/" target="_blank">Ostlund Custom Works</a> is where Ron takes junk and turns it into functional art, home décor and high fashion jewelry. He repurposes and transforms scrap metal into some of the most impressive designs I’ve seen.<br />
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</tbody></table>Ron gets most of his jewelry metals from old engraved plates from engraving shops - metals that were on plaques, trophies and discarded pieces that had mistakes or were cut-offs. These metals are mostly aluminum and brass that he is able to sand down to the bare metal to design into earrings. His cuffs are made from metal that he finds in the scrap yard. Only a small portion of the metal he uses is actually new.<br />
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><span style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><a href="http://ostlund-custom-works.myshopify.com/collections/earrings/products/aluminum-rear-curving-oval-leaf-earring" target="_blank"><img border="0" height="214" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-1C7_tMI-U0Y/UEtOUa4f2AI/AAAAAAAAAeo/tAjFersvH9o/s320/OCW612-1275-FB.jpg" width="320" /></a></span></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><a href="http://ostlund-custom-works.myshopify.com/collections/earrings/products/aluminum-rear-curving-oval-leaf-earring" target="_blank">Rear Curving Oval Leaf Earrings</a></span></div></td></tr>
</tbody></table>Ron is self-taught. He definitely has an eye for fashion, and says that most of what he does actually works like he wants it to! His dream was to start a jewelry line that was perfect for every woman and every style, hence his G2G “Gothic to Glamorous” line.<br />
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In his words:<br />
<i>“I knew I needed to do something different to stand out from the crowd so I decided to make scrap metal high fashion. I decided that before I really knew what I was doing! I just decided that’s what was going to happen so I set out to do it.”</i><br />
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I do believe Ron has succeeded!<br />
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><span style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><a href="http://ostlund-custom-works.myshopify.com/collections/g2g-cuffs/products/1-5-hammered-brass-cuff" target="_blank"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Bv6xzq7_JiA/UEtPM3DwVsI/AAAAAAAAAe0/d3fv_NwfxKI/s320/IMAG1660.jpg" width="191" /></a></span></td></tr>
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Find Ostlund Custom Works here:<br />
<a href="http://ostlund-custom-works.myshopify.com/" target="_blank">Shop</a><br />
<a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/Ostlund-Custom-Works/115110605195978" target="_blank">Facebook</a><br />
<a href="https://twitter.com/RonOstlundjr" target="_blank">Twitter</a><br />
<a href="http://ostlund-custom-works.myshopify.com/blogs/news" target="_blank">Blog</a><br />
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<div class="signature-div"><div style="text-align: right;"><img src="http://tinadeandesigns.com/image/data/tina-signature.png" /></div></div>Tinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03997264662266796768noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7676438813964731148.post-78661461547028359642012-06-18T08:41:00.000-04:002012-06-18T08:41:48.705-04:00Eco Monday: New Designs coming from TDDOn today's Eco Monday post, I want to introduce you to a new design from TDD! I'm very excited about this new direction (don't worry, I'm still crocheting!).<br />
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I've begun to fuse plastic to create "fabric" that can be sewn. This method will allow TDD to offer a larger selection of eco clutches and bags. I'm absolutely thrilled with the texture as it's reminiscent of leather and/or snakeskin, but is totally eco and vegan! See for yourself!<br />
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Black and silver fused plastic color block clutch -<br />
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Or how about something a little more jazzy like this Orange and lime fused color block clutch?<br />
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These new designs will be on TDD's newly revamped website (coming soon). But, if you just can't wait, email at info@tinadeandesigns.com!<br />
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<div class="signature-div"><div style="text-align: right;"><img src="http://tinadeandesigns.com/image/data/tina-signature.png" /></div></div>Tinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03997264662266796768noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7676438813964731148.post-15307957426891375492012-05-28T00:00:00.002-04:002012-05-28T10:51:24.283-04:00Eco Monday: Go Green America TV and The Go Green GuyIf you haven't perused <a href="http://gogreenamericatv.com/">Go Green America TV's</a> site, you're missing out on something eco-great. The brain child of The Go Green Guy, Jeff Davis, it's your one-stop shop for all things green. From fashion to home to food to moms and pregnancy, this site is full of information that you'll love.<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://gogreenamericatv.com/" target="_blank"><img border="0" height="149" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-IzCthA06OAI/T7PWhMCxB8I/AAAAAAAAAc0/KP79QSYLw2Q/s320/GoGreenAmerica.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><br />
I first 'met' Jeff on Twitter and am so glad I did. I regularly visit his site and am happy to say that he is a wonderful person with a wonderful mission. He has put together an amazing group of talent for the site, and his care and dedication shows.<br />
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Go Green America TV also has one of my favorite foodies - The Blender Girl, aka Tess Masters. Her <a href="http://gogreenamericatv.com/category/healthy-green-food/">kitchen tips and recipes</a> are amazing. Her recipes are delicious.<br />
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Stay tuned to GGATV as there will be video segments giving quick tips, DIY projects and celebrity interviews! You can also find informative Go Green stories and Go Green product reviews on the site, too.<br />
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Have a green question? <a href="http://gogreenamericatv.com/category/askthegogrenguy/" target="_blank">Ask The Go Green Guy</a>!<br />
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Find Go Green America TV here:<br />
<a href="http://gogreenamericatv.com/">GoGreenAmericaTV.com</a><br />
<a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/Go-Green-America-TV/108060265931122">Go Green America TV on Facebook</a><br />
<a href="https://twitter.com/#!/greenamericatv">Go Green America TV on Twitter</a><br />
<a href="https://twitter.com/#!/thegogreenguy">The Go Green Guy on Twitter</a><br />
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<div class="signature-div"><div style="text-align: right;"><img src="http://tinadeandesigns.com/image/data/tina-signature.png" /></div></div>Tinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03997264662266796768noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7676438813964731148.post-61796147498295595502012-05-21T00:00:00.002-04:002012-05-21T08:59:44.632-04:00Eco Monday: tropAcoolAs I continue my Eco Monday series, I'm finding that I am indeed a lucky person to have met so many interesting people who also love upcycling! Laura Fischler is one of those people. Laura's company, <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/tropAcool">tropAcool</a>, caught my eye a while back because the world we live in and taking care of it is of primary importance to her.<br />
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Her Hauling Ass Bags are what I first noticed. I mean, how can you <i>not</i> notice a name like that? Superb! Laura's design aesthetic is awesome and her upcycling of materials and fabrics is crazy creative.<br />
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Here's one of her Hauling Ass Bags. Can you believe this was once a pair of cargo shorts?<br />
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And this Messenger Bag is stunning with the appliques. A work of upcycled art, for sure!<br />
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><span style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><a href="http://www.blogger.com/goog_1941433403"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-vKSjO6Ofb7U/T7PIPKT2z9I/AAAAAAAAAck/b3m0aBwgKXI/s320/Laura%2Bmessenger%2Bbag.jpg" width="320" /></a></span></td></tr>
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Enjoy browsing! I'm sure you'll find something that you can't live without!<br />
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Find tropAcool here:<br />
<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/tropAcool">Shop tropAcool</a> <br />
<a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/tropAcoolcom/78395378379">tropAcool on Facebook</a><br />
<div style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://twitter.com/#!/tropacool">tropAcool on Twitter</a></div><br />
<div class="signature-div"><div style="text-align: right;"><img src="http://tinadeandesigns.com/image/data/tina-signature.png" /></div></div>Tinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03997264662266796768noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7676438813964731148.post-46128926135989955702012-05-14T04:00:00.002-04:002012-05-14T07:40:47.531-04:00Eco Monday: Simply Beautiful Spaces LLCI'm introducing you to Simply Beautiful Spaces on this fine Eco Monday. Owned by certified interior designer Kate Koch, Simply Beautiful Spaces is a one-stop shop for your home and event decorating needs. From redesign with your own furniture to organization to personal shopping services, Kate's creativity is always spot on.<br />
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I have the fortune of having met Kate personally, and am finding great joy in getting to know her. Aside from being beautiful inside and out, she is an amazingly gifted woman who is down-to-earth, has a fantastic sense of humor and is extremely well-rounded. She holds a Masters in Business Management, a Bachelor's in Psychology, as well as Certifications in Design. And if that wasn't enough, she's also served her country and is retired from the military.<br />
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Kate has a love for what she does, and it shows in her work. The upscale looks she creates are clean and elegant as her <a href="http://simplybeautifulspaces.com/wp/design-portfolio/">Design Portfolio</a> shows.<br />
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In her words:<br />
<blockquote>The redesigns I do in homes is essentially recycling, repurposing or up-cycling. I use what the homeowners already have to give their home a new look while updating their designs and maintaining their own personal style in the home. In some cases, I will bring in new items if the home needs it, but in most all my designs, at least one piece is given a new purpose or a new look.</blockquote><br />
Here are some examples for the upcycling/repurposing that Kate has done (click on the picture to go to her blog for more information on these projects):<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://simplybeautifulspaces.com/wp/2011/08/29/hurricane-lamp/" target="_blank">Ginger Jar Lamp</a></td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><span style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><a href="http://www.blogger.com/goog_1735861642"><img border="0" height="164" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-OP39fFF0Bio/T6fW15QIitI/AAAAAAAAAbw/qn6Q-97Zdv4/s320/Kate%2B-%2BRecep%2BDesk%2BBartlett.jpg6116" width="320" /></a></span></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://simplybeautifulspaces.com/wp/2011/02/28/the-renovation-of-bartlett-hall/" target="_blank">The reception desk turned fireplace during the renovation of Bartlett Hall, home of the Marine Corps Association</a></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://simplybeautifulspaces.com/wp/2011/07/12/making-a-house-a-home-for-jude-and-kris/" target="_blank">Repurposed bookcase</a></td></tr>
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And look at this master bedroom chandelier that was created using parts and pieces of broken chandeliers and a frame from a broken mirror!<br />
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I'm so impressed with Kate's vision and creative talent! I hope you take the time to check out her other projects on her <a href="http://simplybeautifulspaces.com/wp/blog/">blog</a>, and if you have a space that needs some help, give her a call.<br />
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Find Simply Beautiful Spaces here:<br />
<a href="http://www.simplybeautifulspaces.com/">Simply Beautiful Spaces on the Web</a><br />
<a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/Simply-Beautiful-Spaces-LLC/8257951591">Simply Beautiful Spaces on Facebook</a><br />
<a href="http://simplybeautifulspaces.com/wp/blog/">Simply Beautiful Spaces Blog</a><br />
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Oh, did I mention that she will travel?<br />
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<div class="signature-div"><div style="text-align: right;"><img src="http://tinadeandesigns.com/image/data/tina-signature.png" /></div></div>Tinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03997264662266796768noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7676438813964731148.post-1572114285622498662012-05-07T08:46:00.000-04:002012-05-07T08:46:28.567-04:00Eco-Monday: Amber Bryce Luxe Bohemian JewelryMondays are Eco on TDD's blog! I'll be introducing you to eco/upcycled/repurposed fabulousness, and I'm so excited!<br />
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It is my absolute pleasure to introduce you to my friend, Amber Bryce, an up-and-coming jewelry designer who is about to blow the socks off Hollywood!<br />
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How about these pieces? I'm so in love!<br />
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><span style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><a href="http://www.blogger.com/goog_482317187"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/--DhUBQADAO4/T6cL2KvAX4I/AAAAAAAAAak/P0UDsW1p3GA/s320/mi%2Balma.jpg" width="320" /></a></span></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://amberbryce.com/inc/sdetail/mi_alma__para_necklace__my_soul__to_you_/163/257" target="_blank">Mi Alma, Para Necklace (My Soul, to You)</a></td></tr>
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Amber's designs are absolutely delicious. She recycles silver into gorgeous wearable art. Her intricate design and use of materials makes her a true creative soul and artiste. She is the exclusive jewelry designer for the housewives of the next season of both <i>The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills</i> AND <i>The Real Housewives of Orange County</i>. Lauren Conrad and Zooey Deschanel also own part of the Amber Bryce collection.<br />
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Here are some designs that will be on <i>Real Housewives</i>:<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://amberbryce.com/inc/sdetail/verde_earrings/166/132" target="_blank">Verde Earrings</a></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://amberbryce.com/inc/sdetail/serene_earrings/247/216" target="_blank">Serene Earrings</a></td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><span style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><a href="http://www.blogger.com/goog_482317215"><img border="0" height="279" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/--1RQws8hTgY/T6cNNjWAR_I/AAAAAAAAAbI/NHCjL3Tr4RE/s320/vivid.jpg" width="320" /></a></span></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://amberbryce.com/inc/sdetail/vivid_necklace/247/250" target="_blank">Vivid Necklace</a></td></tr>
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Find Amber here:<br />
<a href="http://amberbryce.com/">Amber Bryce on the Web</a><br />
<a href="http://www.facebook.com/LuxeBohemian">Amber Bryce Facebook</a><br />
<a href="https://twitter.com/#!/LuxeBohemian">Amber Bryce Twitter</a><br />
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Amber's ability to recycle silver into these amazing designs definitely deserves the kudos and recognition she receives, and it was, again, my pleasure to introduce you to her.<br />
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<div class="signature-div"><div style="text-align: right;"><img src="http://tinadeandesigns.com/image/data/tina-signature.png" /></div></div>Tinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03997264662266796768noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7676438813964731148.post-48581919539834757212012-04-17T12:51:00.001-04:002012-04-17T12:57:52.463-04:00Happy Earth Day!Earth Day 2012 is fast approaching! What better way to celebrate than to have these super green celebs receive a special Earth Day gift from TDD?<br />
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The celebs will be receiving an Eco iPod/Camera/Phone Case. I know that's what I named it, but I'm actually finding all kinds of uses for it! I have two in my own purse, but I digress...<br />
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So the big deal? Here they are:<br />
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(Top row: Adrian Grenier, Alicia Silverstone, Barbra Streisand, Bill Maher, Cameron Diaz, Courteney Cox.<br />
2nd row: Daryl Hannah, Dave Matthews, Drew Barrymore, Edward Norton, Ellen DeGeneres, Jake Gyllenhaal.<br />
3rd row: KT Tunstall, Leonardo DiCaprio, Mark Ruffalo, Orlando Bloom, P!nk, Rosario Dawson.<br />
4th row: Jeremy Piven, Josh Hartnett, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Kate Bosworth.<br />
5th row: Sting, Tom Hanks, Woody Harrelson.)<br />
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Let's hope they all enjoy their small sampling of TDD product this Earth Day. :)<br />
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<div class="signature-div"><img src="http://tinadeandesigns.com/image/data/tina-signature.png" /></div>Tinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03997264662266796768noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7676438813964731148.post-38195819979601135012012-02-20T12:07:00.000-05:002012-02-20T12:07:09.888-05:00TDD Teams with Go Green America TV for a very Special Giveaway!I'm so thrilled to announce that TDD has teamed up with <a href="http://gogreenamericatv.com/">Go Green America TV</a> for a very special giveaway to celebrate TDD's product being featured at the GBK Academy Awards Gift Lounge on February 24 and 25 (as represented by The Artisan Group).<br />
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<a href="http://gogreenamericatv.com/its-an-eco-oscar-weekend-giveaway-enter-to-win-a-tina-dean-designs-tote-bag/">You can win a Denim Throw and Go Mini-Tote</a>! The shell of this eco-friendly tote is upcycled and crocheted from plastic bags (plarn). The lining is repurposed from jeans! It's eco-chic, vegan, and machine washable! It hasn't been listed on the site, so whomever wins it will be the first to have one.<br />
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It's super easy to enter the giveaway! Go to Go Green America TV's post - <a href="http://gogreenamericatv.com/its-an-eco-oscar-weekend-giveaway-enter-to-win-a-tina-dean-designs-tote-bag/">ENTER HERE</a>!<br />
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This morning, Matthew, my 8 year old, was searching for last month's <i>Lego Magazine</i>. He couldn't find it and became very upset. As I was driving him to school, we had this conversation:<br />
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Matthew: When I get home from school, you need to help me find it!<br />
Me: Why should I help you find it? You should have put it in your room.<br />
Matthew: You should know where my things are.<br />
Me: Well, if that's the case then you should know where my things are.<br />
Matthew: No!<br />
Me: Why not?<br />
Matthew: Because you're the mom!<br />
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I'm very excited that the newly designed eco-friendly Occoquan Tote Purse will be featured as my display piece! Hand crocheted from upcycled/repurposed plastic grocery bags; it's lined and has a zippered pocket. After receiving customer feedback, models after this design will include a snap closure.<br />
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The celebrity swag bags will include an <a href="http://tinadeandesigns.com/index.php?route=product/product&path=25&product_id=108" target="_blank">Eco Petite Pocket Purse</a>. These little numbers are hand crocheted from upcycled/repurposed plastic grocery bags and have a magnetic snap and a little bling as a button. They are perfect for keeping coins, lipstick/lip balm, and other small items from cluttering the bottom of your handbag.<br />
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And so the excitement for my fellow artisans and I will begin in a couple of weeks! Fingers crossed that we all receive some great photos.<br />
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<div class="signature-div"><img src="http://tinadeandesigns.com/image/data/tina-signature.png" /></div>Tinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03997264662266796768noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7676438813964731148.post-49327413639028896762012-01-29T10:45:00.000-05:002012-01-29T10:45:15.888-05:00The World of Sweet Stella'sI had to write a bit about my friend Shannon of <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/sweetstellas">Sweet Stella's</a>. Shannon is one of the most talented creative people I know. She has so many talents in her arsenal, I am truly awed. Among them are: artist (she majored in it), creator of the outstanding products at Sweet Stella's, mommy blogger, baker, model and photo shoot stylist.<br />
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I've been fortunate to get to know Shannon a bit and have her style the first of what I hope to be many photo shoots for me. She's crazy creative, and I love sitting back and watching her mind work... fast.<br />
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The Christmas ornaments that I ordered from Sweet Stella's were amaze-balls (pun intended). I mean, really, look at these!<br />
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Being a huge fan of abstract art, I'm dying to get a painting from her! Here's a painting called <i>Fire Below</i>. It's abstract in acrylic and plaster.<br />
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If you're looking for handcrafted invitations, loot bags, masks, journals, note stacks and more, then Sweet Stella's is the place you want to go.<br />
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Find Sweet Stella's here:<br />
<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/sweetstellas">Shop</a><br />
<a href="http://sweetstellas.blogspot.com/">Blog</a> <br />
<a href="http://www.facebook.com/SweetStellas">Facebook</a><br />
<a href="https://twitter.com/#!/sweetstellas">Twitter</a> <br />
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After taking the boys to see <a href="http://www.arthurchristmas.com/?hs308=06186">Arthur Christmas</a>, Matthew has decided he wants to be an elf. Actually, it's all he talks about lately (between singing Christmas carols and talking incessantly about all things Christmas and becoming an elf). Here's what he's devised to get Santa's attention.<br />
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Note to Santa #1<br />
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Note to Santa #2<br />
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Here's the note to Santa outside his bedroom door, cause we wouldn't want Santa to miss where his room is.<br />
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And, last but not least, the note to Santa on his bedside table to indicate exactly where he is (pointing to his bed).<br />
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Gotta love him!<br />
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<div class="signature-div"><img src="http://tinadeandesigns.com/image/data/tina-signature.png" /></div>Tinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03997264662266796768noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7676438813964731148.post-66112959707500120722011-11-21T10:47:00.000-05:002011-11-21T10:47:27.200-05:00My Journey into Summerfield SoapsI've been remiss in telling you about my friend, Kate, who is the proprietress of <a href="http://www.summerfieldsoaps.com/">Summerfield Soaps</a>. Now, mind you, I'm completely biased when it comes to talking about her products. I LOVE her products! I keep putting it out there in Internet-World that she makes the Best.Soap.Ever. Of course, that's purely subjective, but whatever!<br />
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Not only is she full of amazingness, we are collaborating on a gift basket for the press at the 2012 GBK Golden Globes Gift Lounge.<br />
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Here's the thing. I've never tried a handmade artisan soap that lathers the way Summerfield Soaps' does. Not only that, but they smell wonderful and keep my skin from drying.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.summerfieldsoaps.com/catalog.php?item=138" target="_blank">Violet & Bergamot Shea Butter Soap</a></td></tr>
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</tbody></table>I also use her lotion. Great lotion that moisterizes and sinks in fast for a non-greasy, soft feel, and don't get me started on the lip balms. And, one of my favorite Summerfield Soaps products is the Body Butter Stick. My heels and elbows thank me every single day.<br />
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Let's not forget this incredible Lump of Coal Soap!<br />
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Follow her <a href="http://summerfieldsoaps.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">blog</a> to find out about news on what fabulous-ness she's concocting, and don't forget to check out her website.<br />
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If you're local to Northern Virginia, you can find some of Summerfield Soaps items at:<br />
<a href="http://www.greentowns.com/initiative/farmers-market/archwood-green-barns-farmers">The Plains, VA Farmers Market</a><br />
and at<br />
<a href="http://www.bedheaders.com/">Bedheaders Home</a> in Great Falls, VA<br />
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You won't regret it!<br />
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<div class="signature-div"><img src="http://tinadeandesigns.com/image/data/tina-signature.png" /></div>Tinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03997264662266796768noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7676438813964731148.post-92154365355691339152011-11-19T08:57:00.003-05:002011-11-21T09:25:12.637-05:00600 Facebook Fan Celebration GiveawayWhat a great morning! I woke up this morning to over 600 likes! Time to do a celebration giveaway this weekend for a VHS wristlet clutch! I've decided to let the winner choose the lining from those shown in the <a href="http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10150367713091445.377772.177381426444&type=3">album of wristlets</a> on FB.<br />
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This is the same wristlet that was designed for the GBK Emmy Gift Lounge and also sent to Jessica Alba and Zooey Deschanel.<br />
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Follow my blog and comment below to enter. Giveaway closes on Sunday, 11/20 (tomorrow) at 5pm Eastern. Winner will be randomly chosen soon thereafter. Good luck!<br />
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UPDATE:<br />
<i>Congrats to our winner!</i><br />
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As excited as I am to gift to both ladies, I'm really so thrilled to be gifting Jessica Alba, a fellow Air Force Brat.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #666666; font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 11px; line-height: 14px;">Jessica Alba (left) - actress, film and tv</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #666666; font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 11px; line-height: 14px;" /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #666666; font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 11px; line-height: 14px;">Zooey Deschanel (rt)- actress/singer, currently of "New Girl" on FOX</span></td></tr>
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</div>These wristlets were initially designed as press gifts for the 2011 GBK Emmy Gift Lounge. Both Penny Marshall and Nia Peeples spied them and asked to take one home.<br />
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Here are the wristlets, with cotton cheetah print lining, that are going into these two special bags:<br />
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I hope they enjoy!<br />
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<div class="signature-div"><img src="http://tinadeandesigns.com/image/data/tina-signature.png" /></div>Tinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03997264662266796768noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7676438813964731148.post-63779871266847239702011-11-07T12:20:00.000-05:002011-11-07T12:20:57.096-05:00TDD is sponsoring a GIVEAWAY on Sweet Stella's Blog!My good friend, compatriot and fellow artisan is having an anniversary giveaway on her blog! Up for grabs is a TDD eco peppermint basket filled with Sweet Stella's goodies. Head on over and check it out. Super easy to enter. :)<br />
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<a href="http://sweetstellas.blogspot.com/2011/11/tina-dean-designsa-giveaway.html"><a border="0" href="http://sweetstellas.blogspot.com" target="_blank"><img src="http://i911.photobucket.com/albums/ac311/shanmoyer/NewButton.jpg" /></a></a><br />
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<div class="signature-div"><img src="http://tinadeandesigns.com/image/data/tina-signature.png" /></div>Tinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03997264662266796768noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7676438813964731148.post-2603919661720102582011-10-14T10:13:00.000-04:002011-10-14T10:13:36.627-04:00Help My Eco Business get a Grant to ExpandI decided to post about my trying to win a $25,000 grant from Intuit's Love a Local Business Program. The grant is given every month, but the voting goes in three month cycles, so businesses can expand on their votes. The ending date for this cycle is December 31, 2011. There's no sign up to vote, and you only need to vote once. If you vote, you should put your name or business name in the space provided before your comment (otherwise it looks like I'm voting for myself multiple times and the votes are kicked out).<br />
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So what would I use this grant for? I could pay more people to make plarn for me which, in turn, would free up crazy amounts of time to crochet and design and enable me to make more product available. Having multiple people making plarn would also benefit them, as they will be making extra money AND make a small dent in the number of plastic bags floating around in landfills. I would also be able to pay a seamstress in order to offer more bags that are lined. <br />
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So, with all that said, I'd so appreciate your vote for my business. Here's the direct link:<br />
<a href="http://lovealocalbusiness.intuit.com/pages/fan?b_id=293352">http://lovealocalbusiness.intuit.com/pages/fan?b_id=293352</a><br />
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Thanks so much!<br />
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<div class="signature-div"><img src="http://tinadeandesigns.com/image/data/tina-signature.png" /></div>Tinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03997264662266796768noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7676438813964731148.post-11518674190620152392011-10-07T14:31:00.000-04:002011-10-07T14:31:40.537-04:00Emmy Gift Lounge Excitement Wrap-Up -- Part 2As promised, here's Part 2 of my wrap-up. Better late than never!<br />
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The Gift Lounge wasn't just a ball of excitement for me, but also for my fellow artisans. Here are some of their shots. :)<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Jeff Probst w/ <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/sweetstellas">Sweet Stellas</a></td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-FxcNKkrGLAM/To9BepIl8cI/AAAAAAAAATA/n7RSuX7PO2s/s1600/307633_241419442570872_173843802661770_637482_461705128_n.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-FxcNKkrGLAM/To9BepIl8cI/AAAAAAAAATA/n7RSuX7PO2s/s320/307633_241419442570872_173843802661770_637482_461705128_n.jpg" width="239" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Rico Rodriguez w/ <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/ajsweetsoap">AJ Sweet Soap</a></td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-8aT0jmGbl1o/To9BncrAvnI/AAAAAAAAATI/qx2cw17fjHI/s1600/295716_241420042570812_173843802661770_637495_752580199_n.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-8aT0jmGbl1o/To9BncrAvnI/AAAAAAAAATI/qx2cw17fjHI/s320/295716_241420042570812_173843802661770_637495_752580199_n.jpg" width="214" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11px; line-height: 14px;">Maria Canals-Barrera w/ <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/atutudes">Atutudes</a></span></td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-AxV1ZSz9Y7M/To9BwA15sjI/AAAAAAAAATQ/vfycDopbIcA/s1600/300635_241418789237604_173843802661770_637464_221745798_n.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-AxV1ZSz9Y7M/To9BwA15sjI/AAAAAAAAATQ/vfycDopbIcA/s320/300635_241418789237604_173843802661770_637464_221745798_n.jpg" width="248" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Wes Ramsey w/ <a href="http://www.zazzle.com/fancybelle">Fancy Designs</a></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Beverley Mitchell w/ <a href="http://www.bellaromaboutique.com/">Bellaroma</a></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The Artisan Group table at the 2011 GBK Emmy Gift Lounge</td></tr>
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View all the pictures on <a href="http://www.facebook.com/theartisangroup">The Artisan Group Facebook page</a>.<br />
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Here's a list of all the display participants where you should consider doing some of your holiday shopping from: :)<br />
<a href="http://www.zazzle.com/beezkneez">http://www.zazzle.com/beezkneez</a><br />
<a href="http://www.13blackcatsdesigns.com/">http://www.13blackcatsdesigns.com/</a><br />
<a href="http://www.makeitmineparties.com/">http://www.makeitmineparties.com/</a><br />
<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/littlefreeradical">http://www.etsy.com/shop/littlefreeradical</a><br />
<a href="http://www.zazzle.com/fancybelle">http://www.zazzle.com/fancybelle</a> <br />
<a href="http://www.autumnbradley.com/">http://www.autumnbradley.com/</a><br />
<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/ajsweetsoap">http://www.etsy.com/shop/ajsweetsoap</a> <br />
<a href="http://www.bellaromaboutique.com/">http://www.bellaromaboutique.com/</a><br />
<a href="http://www.doodlehouse.com/">http://www.doodlehouse.com/</a><br />
<a href="http://www.rezipit.com/">http://www.rezipit.com/</a><br />
<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/IlenePriceDesign">http://www.etsy.com/shop/IlenePriceDesign</a> <br />
<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/atutudes">http://www.etsy.com/shop/atutudes</a> <br />
<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/LCVintageJewelry">http://www.etsy.com/shop/LCVintageJewelry</a> <br />
<a href="http://www.thelonelypixel.com/">http://www.thelonelypixel.com/</a><br />
<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/ellemoss">http://www.etsy.com/shop/ellemoss</a> <br />
<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/thelightfantastic">http://www.etsy.com/shop/thelightfantastic</a> <br />
<a href="http://www.ocstylescreations.etsy.com/">http://www.ocstylescreations.etsy.com/</a><br />
<a href="http://www.aromatichealthshop.ca/">http://www.aromatichealthshop.ca/</a><br />
<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/papermusedesigns">http://www.etsy.com/shop/papermusedesigns</a><br />
<a href="http://www.seeingisbelieving.etsy.com/">http://www.seeingisbelieving.etsy.com/</a><br />
<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/sweetstellas">http://www.etsy.com/shop/sweetstellas</a> <br />
<a href="http://www.strandedtreasures.com/">http://www.strandedtreasures.com/</a><br />
<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/wagsandwiggles">http://www.etsy.com/shop/wagsandwiggles</a> <br />
<a href="http://www.honeyprint.com/">http://www.honeyprint.com/</a><br />
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