The Creative Cookie

Be the Change

Just a repost from my Instagram account:

I'm going to miss President Obama dearly. Went through my fabric stash and found a few yards of this print -- wishing I had gotten the entire bolt. In the spirit of recent developments teach someone younger than you to do something you are good at. Spread positive energy. Mentor. Support small women/minority owned biz. Let's make it better. Get from behind your screen and do something, please, everybody. PS...sorry for being preachy but 'ish is (really) real. I can't keep doing what I do w/o you. 😔 #obama #fabricstash #emo #bethechange #makeadifference #notbeingcliche

Hello New Venture

After years of dreaming about it I'm taking the leap into retail this week! The concept shop will include accessories and garments designed sustainably in our studio.We will also showcase curated items from designers and brands we adore! Starting this Wednesday you'll be able to find us online or visit our Brooklyn, showroom. First photo shoot happening soon; stay tuned!

from the shop:

Kotyo Multifunctional Yarn Accessory by Mawusi

paired with purple beaded necklace & shirt from Sew Fab by Lesley Ware

Cupcakes + Soho + Saturday

photos: kamau ware, © 2013

I'm wearing: a thrifted babydoll dress from Rescued Treasures (Musk, MI), warby parker sunnies, briefcase from STA. I'm eating: baked by melissa! 

bamboo love

The lovely label that I model for, TranquiliT, is offering 40% off for 40 hours THIS thursday + friday. Happy 2013 with bamboo love!

TranquiliT Fall '12 Preview

This past weekend I traveled to DC for my 3rd photo shoot with TranquiliT! TranquiliT is an eco-friendly line, designed by Kimberly Wilson, made with luxurious rayon fabric from organic bamboo. Posting more about the fall collection soon!

photos: Patrick Onofre

Blogversation 2012: How have you dealt with a fashion emergency?

As you may recall, earlier this year I joined Blogversation 2012 on Newvine Growing. This week's question for conversation is from me!

The other day I left my apartment wearing a new maxi dress that I made from a black and white gauzy cotton blend. The breeze felt amazing.

After hopping on the subway, I looked down and noticed that I could see straight through my dress, undies and all!  I was so embarrassed and understood why people were staring at me a little longer on my trek to the train. I needed another layer, underneath, ASAP. Thankfully, I was headed to my sewing studio where I could quickly solve the problem.

Have you ever had a fashion emergency or a wardrobe malfunction? A stain on your white blazer, a split in your trousers before the big meeting, a broken shoe on vacation? How did you resolve it? Did your experience spark a new way of dealing with fashion?

Visit the post, join the Blogversation:)