With the chilly weather here and settled in we have some new pieces to keep you stylishly warm! Hand knit from the finest yarns, you won't want to take them off.
And a warm HELLO! to our newest Artisan to join Kiss My Style. Monika's hand crochet coaster sets are too adorable for a description. She has an amazing line of coasters, heat pads and bowls now available at Kiss My Style. To see her complete line SHOP HERE!
Scarves are a practicality, but they can also be an accessory that makes your outfit POP! If you are looking for something that adds oomph to your outfit or coat without breaking your wallet, check out these diva's...they hit the nail on the head of fashion!
Snowberries and Cream Cabled Scarf by KerreraSkye.etsy.com is a must have this season! It is hand-knitted in a lovely wool blend creamy yarn with the striking contrast of hand-dyed fringes added in shades of pink, fuschia and aubergine. The yarn is super soft, thick and cozy to keep you warm and toasty. You will definitely stand out with this delightful accessory.
Not sure about a scarf? How about a cowl like this from felted.etsy.com ? This beautiful knitted cowl is perfect for the changing weather, and will be fun to wear all season long.Knit with merlot colored boucle yarn that is a blend of synthetic yarn cowls make a great gift because they fit any size neck.
Soft merino ruffles hug the neck and keep the chills away with this fun design. Wear it 'round and 'round or let it cascade down and flutter. Brick red is a wonderfully versatile color, going well with black, grey and brown equally. Deceptively delicate, this scarf will stand up to the toughest winters. And guess what??? Its a GIVEAWAY!!!! Please check out her shop and leave a comment about your favorite item on your blog. All commenter's will be eligible and chosen at random to win this amazing piece!
Finally the first scarf you see is a Kiss My Style piece, knit by yours truly and comes in many colors and styles. It can be knit with bamboo, wool, cashmere, angora, cotton and organics. Please check out Kiss My Style to see more or if you would like a custom one of a kind...... Cheers!
Every once in a while you meet that certain someone who inspires you and this just happened to me. Her name is Michele Hirata and she is the founder, artist and owner of Fat Thumb
Michele started Fat Thumb after she lost her mother to breast cancer in August 2003. After her mother passed she needed something to do to express her feelings. She taught myself to knit. She cut the t-shirt fabric a specific way to avoid excessive knots in the material. Each Original Fat Thumb Chemo Beanie only has one knot, making it really comfortable to sleep in. Because it’s knitted, it stays put even on the most restless of sleepers. Every Fat Thumb product is designed, hand-dyed, hand-cut and hand-knit by Michele Hirata, using her unique T-Knit, Fun Tab cutting method.
She started donating hats to cancer victims, hospitals, various charities and the response was enormous and unanimous. She found her passion. Fat Thumb was born April 2004. Fat Thumb Originals gives hats to those going through hair loss illnesses. She donates about two dozen hats a month to individuals, hospitals, cancer centers and fundraisers. To date, she has given away over 1,000 free hats to people suffering from hair loss illness.
If you would like to make a monetary donation to Fat Thumb's free hat program, please donate the the Susan G. Komen foudation or Pink Heart Funds www.pinkheartfunds.com in memory of Marsha Robinson O'Banion, Michele's mother.
GIVEAWAY!!
Because her business is for charity, this article is more of an homage to her so in her honor the giveaway will be coming from me. Kiss My Style is going to giveaway this ultra soft, 8' long comfy scarf to help keep you warm through the chilly winter! The soft muted tones of rose, taupe, pale pink and cream match and add flair to almost any outfit or jacket!
Hello all! I am proud to say that soon you will be able to purchase my pieces at the Willow Tree Shop in Scranton. Here are scarves that I have made especially to sell there. If you would like to purchase one online (b/c you aren't local) Please just email me at meg@kissmystyle.com and I can pick it up for you from the shop and mail it out! Otherwise, Please stop by the Willow Tree Shop!
Fall is here & it’s time to switch out your summer wardrobe with you fall & winter one. This is the time to look through what you have & see what you need to spice up your existing wardrobe. With today’s economy, purchasing a whole new wardrobe isn’t in the cards, however picking up some new & trendy accessories is definitely an option! So why not shop Handmade?!
Here are a few fun finds to help you spice up your wardrobe!
The Artist of pirilamporiscado.etsy.com makes some of the most beautiful & unique necklaces I have ever seen. What a find this shop has been! Hand treated felted wool has been transformed into amazing accessories that brighten up any outfit. Hand felting is such a skill – it requires patience and precision.
This soft necklace (Necklace .099) is a prefect example of both! Made of pure merino wool this piece has 22 hand felted beads (6 small + 8 medium + 8 large) with the predominant colors being brown, blue, beige and deep red. Perfect for fall!
The Ice Blue Nuno Scarf by FeltInspired's shop is absolutely breathtaking! This piece is a blend of silk and merino fibers and was applied onto magenta silk chiffon with a subtle tone-on-tone swirl in this hand felted scarf.
Scarves are such an amazing accent piece – they can work as warmth & style with a coat or as a decorative accent to a sweater or top. I love mixing a decorative scarf with a plain top to add pizazz! The colors in this scarf are so soothing and crisp; they would spice up jeans or add flair to a suit. Beautiful!
I close out with an artist true to my heart – suffering from a passion I too have – the obsession & love of fabric! http://en.dawanda.com/shop/cottonpurr (aka JoJo) designs, sews & assembles all of her pieces and her photo’s are taken by her dear husband – talk about a love of the Handmade Community!
This wristlet/ purse, holds all your major needs – money, lipstick, cell & more!
The measurements are 10.5" x 5.75 with a 12" strap. Interfacing has been used for extra strength & durability.* Flower pin is removable!
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