I was inspired this morning...I made this dress today after seeing the white dress below...It will be up for sale in my Etsy shop.
Wednesday, April 30, 2008
Soul Pretty
Just Sharing
http://hiptranquilchick.com/webplayer/webplayer.html
I just want to share this wonderful podcast that I listen to every week. It's called the Hip Tranquil Chick. For me, it's a motivational podcast. The host, Kimberly Wilson interviews creative, hip chicks, once a week...they discuss their lives and what motivates them. They also talk about their dreams and how to make things happen....Sometimes it can get deep, but it can also be something as simple as a mom who just wants her kids to pick up after themselves...I hope you check it out. I think you'll like it....
Mommy and Me
My latest Mommy and Me creation... an easy to wear sundress with a matching little sundress for your baby...too cute.
I'll post it for sale on soulpretty.etsy.com ...
My Barbie Dream House
When I was a little girl I had a Barbie Dream House...it looked just like this...
Tuesday, April 29, 2008
Beautiful...
Tia Mowry (of Sister, Sister fame...one of Mini-me's favorite t.v. shows) married actor Cory Hardict, Sunday, April 20, 2008 in Santa Barbara, California.
Do It Yourself...
This idea wins the award for, most functional, best looking, yet simple, do it yourself shelving that I've seen in a while...two eqaul size plywood boards for top and bottom, and two equal size plywood boards for the sides...glue or screw together...stain or paint...Mount on the wall with brackets...and Wala, you now have an office.
Why Didn't I Think of That?
How clever. PVC plumbing tubes covered in fabric and stacked...make unusual shelving for a modern space....Imagine doing an enitre wall in a baby or kids room...Nice.
Monday, April 28, 2008
Bags For Sale
Soul Pretty designs a bag roomy enough to carry everything you'll need as you run around your city this summer...For sale at http://www.soulpretty.etsy.com/ just $35.00...Get it while it's hot...
Jobs for New York City Teens
I just want to pass along this information...Youth aged 14-21 are encouraged to apply for Summer Youth Employment Program by going online at http://www.blogger.com/www.nyc.gov/dycd . The deadline for applications is May 16, 2008. For additional information, please call 1 800 246-4646. The site also offers information about free summer day camp programs available all over New York City.
Friday, April 25, 2008
51 Shots
I'm trying to get my mind around the fact that I live in a city in the United States, where the police can shot an unarmed citizen 51 times and be found not guilty. ...Wow! What's next?
Thursday, April 24, 2008
I got a shout out...
I would like to thank Erica over at the YMIB website for giving my Soul Pretty Blog a shout out...Her site is all about creativity and inspiration and I'm proud to be among her other guest...If you want to see more go to http://ymib.com/.
Roll Call: Soul Pretty
Who We Love: Soul Pretty
Why We Love It: Interior design, fashion, handmade goods, motherhood, creativity, could we ask for more? Soul Pretty has such wonderful taste in design and style and it is no wonder that she is an Interior & Fashion Designer living it up creatively with her daughter in New York. If you are ever in need of a little design inspiration then this is a blog that you will want to check out often & be sure to take a stroll through her etsy shop and pick up something handmade and “Soul Pretty” (psst...this top is darling)!
Inspiration
The artist Etiye Dimma Poulsen is a sculptural artist from Belgium, by way of Africa...I'm inspired by her work...want to learn more go to her website, http://www.etiye.com/
In a Perfect World
In a perfect world I live in a house with enough rooms to turn one of them into my personal walk-around closet...
MOMMY & ME
My latest Mommy and Me creation...I started working on it two days ago...Just finished it up after spending all day in the clinic with my daughter (she's fine)...Isn't it cute...What little girl doesn't want to look like her mommy?
Tunic Top Size (Medium)
Toddler Girls Dress (Size 4T)
For sale soon in my etsy shop...
I can see Nicole Richie walking around L.A. wearing this top with a pair of skinny jeans and her little girl, Harlow (I heart that name) in the matching dress...too cute.
Wednesday, April 23, 2008
Design Idea
This is such a clever idea for a roof line like this...nice. I don't think I would have carried the strips over the door...but, I like it...
It turns a flaw (slanted ceiling) into a positive...
Paint Color Idea
I know I'm partial to a white bedroom...but, this red and pink combination is hot...lots of energy...
Creative Energy
I also stayed up last night draping this top...I had a burst of creative energy...I'll finish it up today.
Cupcake
My cupcake fix...I stayed up making them...I won't tell you how many I ate...Ugh! They are so good...
Tuesday, April 22, 2008
My Dream Stores
I dream of opening a store...(I'm talking to the universe) and when I do...it will look just like this...I heart them...
Closer to my Dreams....
Today's musical selection is inspired by how I'm feeling today, "Closer to my Dream" by Goapele...the music video was beautifully directed by a friend of my, David Dean...Enjoy
My latest creations and muse...
Ever since I had my daughter I've dreamed of creating a line of mother and daughter outfits...Not your traditional gingham, bow dresses...I wanted to make funky, trendy, flattering styles that any hot mama and her little fashionista would love to wear...Well, I did it...below are my latest creations. The posted celebrities are my muse, but the average mom is my client...We want to look hot too...
Everything you see here will be available for sale in my etsy shop...and flea markets in the NYC...Check the blog and I'll keep you posted...
I can imagine Jolie and her daughter in this outfit...
I can imagine Lisa Bonet and her baby girl in this outfit.
Scary Spice, Mel B. and her daughter would look hot in this outfit...
Finds of the Weekend
I stopped by my local Salvation Army after picking my daughter up from drama and dance lessons and look what I found...I didn't buy anything...I have no more room...I need to open my store...I'm putting it out there in the Universe...Universe, are you listening....? Of course you are...Anywho...
This beautiful iron and glass Shabby Chic table...another $29.99, Yes!
This cane back chair is just $29.00...Yes! Can you imagine the seat covered in the Ikea fabric pictured below...I know you can...HOT~
This curved sectional on legs in perfect condition (I bet some old lady lovingly protected it with plastic for years) only $110.00 bucks...Yeah baby...Just image this sofa covered in some funky Ikea printed fabric...but, I have no room....UGH!
Sunday, April 20, 2008
FAIRYTALES
Required listening for all mothers and their daughters...and if your a progressive, independant mom, play it for your sons too...Enjoy.
Visions of Punta Cana
Just daydreaming about my trip to the Dominican Republic last summer with my daughter...hum.
Friday, April 18, 2008
Happy Weekend.
Small Space, Big Style
Do you live in one room? Well, here's a little inspiration...
Just be careful with what you place on the room divider...One hot and steamy night could send you and your partner to the ER...
Oh, la, la
I think I could get motivated in this space...just change all the red to a nice calm sea blue and I'm workin...
Nike + iPod Sport Kit
Walked 2 miles yesterday and burned 238 calories...Yeah!
I purchased this gadget last summer and I love it...it talks to you, motivates you, changes your music, tells you how far you've run or walked and home many calories you burned...bring it home and attach it to the ipod dock and it downloads your stats so you can keep track or compare your work out with other Nike +iPod owners all over the world...It's hot...too bad the sneakers are not...definately not sexy...
Nike + iPod Sport Kit - $29.00 http://store.apple.com/1-800-MY-APPLE/WebObjects/AppleStore.woa/wa/RSLID?mco=MjI5Nzc&fnode=home&nplm=MA365LL/B
Transform your iPod nano into a personal workout coach with the Nike + iPod Sport Kit. This wireless sensor and receiver combination works exclusively with your Nike+ shoes and iPod nano to give you real-time feedback during workouts and let you track your performance on your Mac or PC.
TuneInsert the wireless sensor inside the custom, built-in pocket beneath the insole of your Nike+ shoe, then plug the receiver into the Dock connector on your iPod nano.
Now start your workout. As your run or walk, the sensor sends information to your iPod nano, tracking your time, distance, pace, and calories burned. If you choose, real-time, spoken feedback can even alert you to milestones throughout your workout.
Back at your computer, sync your iPod nano to transfer your workout data to iTunes and nikeplus.com. There, you can evaluate your performance history, set goals, and even challenge other runners to a virtual race.
You can purchase it anywhere...Modells, Dicks, Target, etc....easy to find...
Thursday, April 17, 2008
My Obsession
I love to cook. I'm really obsessed with cupcakes...I love to make them...I love to decorate them...and I love to eat them...Lucky me, I just found a new blog http://cupcakeblog.com/index.php/page/4/
Tons of recipies...I have sexier plans this weekend, but I'll try to squeeze in a little baking
Curry Hill
One of my favorite sections of Manhattan is the area around Lexington Avenue in the 20's...It's know as "Curry Hill"...There you can find anything Indian...food shops like the ones posted here or restaurants and clothing store...I usually walk around looking for a little inspiration...and they have the best Indian/Chinese restaurants...Yum.
When I blow-up
When I "blow-up", I wanna be just like Hedi Klum...photos from blackcelebritykids.com .
Mini-Me
I was sewing last night and mini-me wanted in on the action...It was 10 minutes before bedtime. I let her make a quick headband...turned out pretty cute.
Wednesday, April 16, 2008
In A Perfect World
In a perfect world, my second home would have a kitchen just like this...not sure if I'd want to deal with the upkeep on a daily basis in my everyday home...but, I heart the fantasy of it...
Re-upholstery Guide
If your thinking about re-covering a chair or sofa (like me) this chart will help you find out how much fabric is needed for your project.
Tuesday, April 15, 2008
H and M, Marimekko
Swedish clothing store H&M is unveiling it's newest designer collection. This time the famous graphic fabric design firm Marimekko is the guest designer.
http://www.marimekkostory.com/
This is just a sample of what's in stores now...for a closer look, go to http://www.hm.com/us/#/startpagedefault/
Bookcase
Not sure why, but this bookcase makes me feel really calm...probably because you can see everything you own...If you have to leave in hurry everything is up for grabs and at your fingertips... 
Today's Musical Selection, Whitney Houston, Your Love is My Love
Today's song is dedicated to my daughter...I Can't wait to play this song for her when she gets home from school today. I wonder if she still remembers it. We would sing and dance to this song over and over when she was little...She loved hearing Whitney's daughter say, "sing mommy" in the begining of the song. Listen to the lyrics, so beautiful...I'll try to remember her daughters words when I'm feeling blue..."SING MOMMY"...Enjoy.
In a Perfect World
In a perfect world, I would sit in this chair, drinking tea while catching up on the phone with friends. Hum...
Monday, April 14, 2008
Spring House
How cute is this house? It has so much character and it didn't take a huge remodel to make it look good. No new windows or expensive landscaping...I heart it...Well done.
Food
This is where I ended up for warmth after the flea market. The cake was good and so was the coffee. The shop has a few seats and is very crowded...they also make sandwiches and juice.
For more info... http://www.tilliesofbrooklyn.com/
Brooklyn Flea Market
Last weekend a new flea market opened in NYC; Actually, it's in Fort Green, Brooklyn. I had to check it out to see if it's the right place to get a space to sell my line of products or just make contacts with other designers or store owners who may be interested in carrying my line...The flea market is cool and free to enter, that's always a plus...below are photos of some of the items I found interesting...I didn't hang around too long...it was so cold I ended up in a little coffee shop drinking coffee and eating cake...Better luck next week...Al Roker promises spring like temperatures in the 70's this weekend...and I'll be baby free...we'll she's not exactly a baby but you mom's know what I mean....Go to for more info http://www.news-antique.com/?id=783984&keys=Brooklyn-Flea-Market-Weekly
Location: Bishop Loughlin Memorial High School, Lafayette Ave. btw. Clermont & Vanderbilt Ave., Fort Greene, Brooklyn: 176 Lafayette Ave.
Only in New York...mink cape and cargo pants at a flea market.
A vender selling her folk art paintings...love it.
These are great for a kids room...I think they were $16.00 bucks each and two for $30.00...not bad...
My favorite find of the day...a reupholstered chair with matching pillows...the price was pretty steep...$500.00 bucks...
This was the only vendor making money...the food line...I hope it gets better for the vendors when the weather warms up.
Dwell Studio Bedding
I heart this new Dwell Studio bedding...Dwell is now selling at your local Target.
Sunday, April 13, 2008
Friday, April 11, 2008
Musical Selection of the Day - Kenny Lattimore, Never to Busy
May your weekend be inspired by the words in this song...Enjoy.
Think Outside the Box
Another example of stretching your design muscles in a small space...what a clever way to place a baby's bassinet...Just ideas, that's all. This blog is all about inspiration...
Sneak Peek of my Newly Decorated Apartment
I staged this photo for an ad that I put together...Just a peek of my newly decorated apartment...I made the gown for a event I attend last spring where I rubbed elbows with the Super Model, Iman (not as skinny or as tall as you think) and my teenage idol, the singer Jodi Watley (she was everything I thought she would be)...She was so cool and down to earth...If I remember, I'll post photo's from that night at a later date...
Thursday, April 10, 2008
Celebrity Kids
If you want to see tons more pictures and stories go to this wonderful blog
http://blackcelebritykids.wordpress.com/
Kim Porter w/her daughters
Solange Knowles w/her son
Tichina Arnold w/her daughter
Wyclef Jean w/his daughter
Vanessa Williams w/her kids
Terry Crew w/Wife and Daughter
Just Lovely
What else can I say? My tastes are evolving...At one point in my life this room would have made me ill, physically...lol. But, today I'm in love with it...Hum, just like men...My taste in men are changing too...the kind of guy that I was never attracted to is suddenly becoming more and more attractive to me...Hum. Growing...growth is good. Change is good and needed. How else can we experience everything that life has to offer if we never change, evolve and grow?
Wednesday, April 9, 2008
IKEA is coming to Brooklyn...
IKEA fans rejoice...here are pictures of the new Ikea store being built on the water in Redhook, Brooklyn...They say when the it's done they will have ferry service every 40 minutes to and from Manhattan, FREE...Cool. If you haven't been to RedHook you need to check it out. They are doing big things...The Fairway Supermarket http://www.fairwaymarket.com/index.cfm?area=user-defined1 is off the hook. It's on the water with outdoor benches on the pier with wonderful views of the Statue of Liberty...they also operate a ferry to and from Manhattan every 30 minutes...it's a really cool place where you can enjoy lunch with your date or your kid and ride the ferry into Manhattan when your done...What's better than that on a nice spring day in New York City...Sometimes I really enjoy living here...Check it out and Enjoy.
Musical Selection of the Day - Karen White "Superwoman"
Whatever happened to Karen White? Is she still married to Terry Lewis of Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis fame? I heart this song...actually, I heart the entire CD but, this is the only video I could find online...Enjoy...
Eco Friendly Trash Can
Clever way to reuse all those plastic trash bags you get from the supermarket...Eco friendly and doesn't take up on room in a small space. Get it here http://www.dcigift.com/product.cfm?productID=766&catID=15
Idea for Wallpaper Remnants
Idea for all the new wallpaper I found...I could cut out different silhouettes...Cool, I like it.
Monday, April 7, 2008
Musical Selection of the Day
Brian McKnight, "Is This the Way Love Goes"...One of my favorite singers and one of my favorite songs...enjoy.
In a Perfect World...Shabby Chic
In a perfect world I'd invite you over for brunch and we would sit at this table and talk, laugh, gossip and listen to jazz saxophone musicians on the stereo...while eating tapas and drinking sangria well into the evening...
In A Perfect World
In a perfect world...I'd wear this outfit while strolling through Manhattan...maybe taking my daughter to the Central Park Zoo...We can't wait for spring...where is spring...? I could have used this outfit yesterday while hanging in Brooklyn, in the cold...brrrr....SPRING...
Vintage Wallpaper Find
During my apartment makeover I found a hardware store in my neighborhood that sells vintage wallpaper, $5.00 bucks for a double roll...There were at least 100 different styles to choose from...Outstanding...
Friday, April 4, 2008
Baby Room
heart it, heart it, heart it...Can't wait to design a room like this for some lucky little baby...
Home Goods
I heart Home Goods. I was browsing the aisle and came across this red wooden chest...just $29.99! I immediately thought it would look great with legs as a night stand or hung directly on the wall as a shelf...
Rooms that attract me
I have always been attracted to rooms that balance rough texture with a softness. I think this room is a good example of that...Yin and Yang...
Spring Cleaning
Here's a tip for cleaning the windows this spring...use windshield wiper fluid...pour it into a spray bottle, spray it on your windows for an easy beautiful shine...If it's good enough to remove bird poop from your windshield...just imagine what it will do to your window.
Wednesday, April 2, 2008
I promise...this music will get your head right...try it.
As a kid growing up in NYC, this is the music of my youth...saturday's spent at the roller skating rink...wearing suede pumps, my one and only pair of Jordache jeans and my sheepskin coat that I worked all summer to get...We would skate all night, and walk home (in pumps, with blistered feet) at 3:30 in the morning through one of the toughest neighborhoods in NYC...When I think about it now, that's not what me and my friends experienced it or lived it...although it was and still is hell for some, but for us...it was great...We just kept skating and stayed out of trouble.
The last song on the podcast was my JAM! All Night Thang' by the Invisible Mans Band...when that song came on...I was in another world and don't try to bring me back to yours...I don't wanna go...I wanna stay right here...lol.
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Click this link to check it out:
Rip the Rink 80
Mini-Me's New Outfit
My daughter was so happy today...she went back to school with her brand new "Pastry" sneakers, new jeans and new hoodie...We watch Run's House all the time. The daughters on the show started designing and selling sneakers (I love it!). I promised her a pair of their sneakers for Easter. Now, normally I would not spend $65.00 dollars on a pair of shoes that will look like trash in a weeks time but, I think by buying her these shoes (only once), she will learn that if you can dream it, you can conceive it...the girls on the show did it...so, why can't she...? I hope that's the lesson anyway...Seeing her so happy about her outfit brought back so many memories of when I was a girl and wanting a popular outfit so bad...and finally getting it...(which didn't happen often...hello, I became a designer because of never getting the outfit that everyone else was wearing, when they were wearing it) giving my daughter the outfit she really wanted, when she wanted it was as they say, "priceless".
Apartment Update
This is what I have been doing among other things, like the emergency room until 4:00 in the morning with my daughter...she's fine now...
My daughter went to a slipover during the Easter vacation and you would think being a single mom that I would jump at the chance to go on a date or hang out..."I live in NYC and I'm 30 minutes away from being in an episode of "Sex in the City" at all times"...but, NOOOO! I was at home working on spring cleaning the apartment and re-arranging things...It turned out great...pictures coming soon...Hopefully, I'll catch up on all the fun I missed this weekend...
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