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I've been working a bit more slowly since it's been so hot in Oregon (107 degrees!). I know Chelseahas similar sentiments. Wah-wah-wah.. right? It's okay if you have AC... but it is really hard to ...

It's about time I listed a couple new pieces in my shop, yes? I LOVE this new "Twirl" bridal hair piece. It is so floaty, lightweight, yet completely glamorous:And a petite and delightful addition....

I'm so sorry if anyone hopped over to my online shop over the weekend and didn't see anything there. I just found out late last night that something with my host company changed and for some strang...

I haven't done a big update to my Etsy shop for a while, so I've added three new pieces. Each one is very different, one of a kind, and fun. Enjoy!Blue bloomBloomingBridal headbandThese ones are al...

I love this piece. I just listed it in my etsy shop! It is entirely handmade (except the vintage millinery leaves) including the fabric feather!View it HERE.

I love this design and so I decided to recreate it and list it in my etsy shop. I originally created it for A Lovely Workshop. Here is one of my favorite photos by Elizabeth Messina from the shoot:...

I just listed a new piece in my Etsy shop. I had been meaning to create a dog collar for a while and finally sat myself down and finished it. Indy was so patient with me!BIG *yawn*"I'm so tired of ...

I felt inspired by the sunny weather to create a fun new piece... multi-purpose! It's in my Etsy shop and you can view it HERE. You can wear it as a...Bridal belt or strap embellishment (great for ...

I never have time anymore to create pieces for myself and I always kick myself when I throw on an outfit and hit the town with Matt without a perfect little topper. Over the holiday weekend, Matt a...

I lovely and bold headband I made for some photo shoots. Lots of vintage findings...

Light and airy... soft and whimsical...Softness

Just a tiny shop update... 1 new piece in my Etsy shop. It's very simple but very pretty. :) Click HERE to view.Deodara - handmade hair flower

I found this great Etsy shop the other day: U-handbagI highly recommend it to anyone who enjoys DIY and stylish little things. You can purchase kits to make lovely purses and nearly everything you ...

I just listed a lovely piece in my Etsy shop that is a bit of a sneak peak to the winter 09/10 collection coming in a couple months. I used lots of lovely bits as it was originally designed for a m...

I talked with my big sis on the phone this morning and she asked if I could make her a necklace similar to the one I made for the English Dept. Fashion show a couple months ago:She also really like...

I've been on overdrive for the last few months with so many projects that one important one kind of kept getting put on hold. I just wanted to leak that a new fabulous store is in the works (okay, ...

I gasped...when I opened my email from Lisa Warninger and viewed these pictures. Gorgeous.Lisa, thank you!!!Thank you so much to everyone who commented on the previous post! I'm so excited to hear ...

Whew! Yesterday was fantastic! I had a great time collaborating with some of my favorites (the best!) in the Portland wedding arena for a gorgeous photo shoot. Dress extraordinaire, Elizabeth DyePh...

Some lovely and flirty new pieces for my shop today...

Lots of pretty little things in my Etsy shop today. A nearly identical headband to the one above was featured in all the Brides Local magazines this month. Yay!Also, I'll be on vacation this coming...

I'll be listing a couple new pieces in my Etsy shop later on Wednesday. Perfect for spring!

I finally wrangled a bunch of pieces together and have completed an Etsy shop update. I listed 7 new pieces! Here are some of my favorites:This piece is similar to the one worn by Holly. I received...

I just listed a lovely necklace in my Etsy shop today. Fun to wear and eye catching, this necklace will surely turn heads! The more adventurous types can also wear it as a headband/wrap. Ultra pret...

Just so I wouldn't get burnt out on making hair pieces, I made this little shrug/jacket. It is a lovely little piece that will complete any wedding outfit. It is made with silk dupioni, tulle, vint...

A lovely and elaborate bridal headband has just been listed in my Etsy shop! I love this piece. It is white and ivory and features a beautiful alencon lace, vintage enamel floral brooch, and vintag...

I just listed a lovely new piece in my Etsy shop! I think this is such an elegant piece and can be worn by a bride to a wedding or for a special occasion. Enjoy!

First off, thank you to everyone who left comments on the previous post about a new hair cut for myself. I'm excited about it and completely encouraged from all the positive feedback! I'm going to ...

In a never ending effort to improve “customer service” with twigs & honey (I put it in quotes because I feel that “customer service” sounds so straight business), I thought up a little post tha...

In celebration of the Portland Bride & Groom issue, I made a new piece for my Etsy shop! Actually, I recreated the headband that was featured in the "Wish List", and also thought it might be a ...

I am completely honored to say that twigs & honey is now featured in the current Summer/Fall issue of Portland Bride & Groom! A few months ago, I was absolutely giddy and a bit in shock whe...