enjoy summer - new

The first of my upcycling projects. I've hand-dyed some old jeans and have a couple more ideas in mind for more recreated products. I had so much fun making these, I've already pulled out a bag of old clothes to dye and make into something new. I also photographed my dying process for those who wish to make similar shorts, check it out. Plus, I'll be posting a preview of some of the jewelry I've been making in the next few days, which I'll put up for sale as soon as I get the proper shipping supplies to mail them out. I hope to have a variety of different types of clothing and accessories by the end of the year, but for now check out these new shorts! >>For sale here<<

with love,

neena noel

sunsets and short shorts

I've had bottles and boxes of fabric dye and old pairs of thrifted project jeans sitting in my closet for ages waiting to be used. Though I procrastinated my way through this project I finally finished (I think) a few pairs of upcycled shorts. I love the way the dip-dyed shorts came out and I have another pair that I plan on sewing some lace onto. Though I consider the dyed shorts to be done I might still add onto them just for fun, maybe embroider or paint a sun onto a back pocket? Once I decide whether or not I'm finished I'll most likely put these shorts up in my shop, but for now I'll post some pictures of the creating process for those of you who are interested:

Cut off the Mom Jeans into some high-waisted and low rise shorties

Let 'em soak in a tub of bleach and water

Took this pair out early just to make them look a little washed out and faded

Done bleaching

Time for dye

Dyed both bleached pairs with the lightest color first, lemon yellow

Lastly, dip-dyed the rest with scarlet, both for different lengths of time

with love,

neena noel

saturday already

So, I haven't had access to a computer for the past couple days. I've been hanging with friends and family, taking a little vacation from home, but still working. I've started on some new projects that I hope to put up in my shop soon, some crocheted clothing (vests, shirts, ponchos) for the fall season coming up. I also, want to start making some more jewelry and actually putting it up for sale, so we'll see how that goes. And lastly I want to create a section of my shop dedicated to upcycled clothing and jewelry. I've started on that by dyeing some old jeans which are now shorts, and picking out pieces of old jewelry to made into something new and beautiful. As for now, this will all be postponed until I finish all of the orders that I got this week. Thank you everyone for buying handmade and taking the time to check out my blog.

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with love,

neena noel

summer colors

A much needed post - We all like to wear our favorite colors and the colors that compliment ourselves. Customers are always asking me for a list of colors that I have available to make my products in. My color supply is constantly changing, but my suppliers generally always have the same colors. I've photographed some of my favorite colors for the season from browns to blues. I currently have all of the choices photographed in stock as well as some others, and most of my colors are available for me to get quickly and make into a finished product. My choices are definitely not limited to the colors that I have posted! I can make made to order tops in almost any shade, however, some colors may have to be ordered online which can add a few extra days onto the creation of my finished products. If you'd like to request a specific color or a color that you don't see in my shop, please contact me first considering I may have to special order my supplies online.

From top to bottom - Pale Turquoise, Taupe, Coral

Naturals - Brown and Taupe

Front - Sonoma Print, Back - Tea Rose

Top - Pale Turquoise, Bottom Left - Light Blue, Bottom Right - Bright Blue

Sunshine colors from left to right - Deep Red, Coral, Pale Yellow

with love,

neena noel

wednesdays in l.a.

So, my mother and I planned a trip to downtown LA's fashion district in search of some wholesale yarn stores, or any yarn store. What did we find? A crap-load of fabric, shop after shop full of all types of fabric, but no yarn. I'm still trying to find a good place to purchase bulk quantities of yarn, but as of now I'll continue to buy from my current supplier, (though they refuse to return my calls and e-mails when I have a problem with my orders from them). As for today, we decided to go out for lunch in LA and then head over to Santa Monica for some shopping and a walk on the pier.

Veggie Pesto Panini at the LA Cafe - it was delicious 

Bought a few balls of yarn in Santa Monica - Coral is one of my favorite colors!

Throwback - Taken at Santa Monica Pier in May 2010

with love,

neena noel

behind the scenes

All (well, most of) the elements that go into the products I create. My room is my studio for now, but I hope to someday have my own personal studio for all of my supplies. (I'm running out of space in my room!) One of my favorite things to do is organize and beautify my supplies and my workspace, and I cannot wait to have a studio to organize. Here is a little peek at my current crafters sanctuary, and though it may be a little cluttered at times, it's my clutter and I love it.

with love,

neena noel

Enjoy Summer

I've started working on new additions to my shop for summer. There will be lots of fringe, varieties of colors and plenty of beachwear. All items will be for sale on my shop and made to order to your size and specifications. This is just the beginning:

As far as the personal stuff goes, I'm going to be making a lot of positive changes in my life which will hopefully affect my products positively as well. I'm really getting into holistic health including yoga, use of herbs and natural substances for bodily care, healthy eating and meditation. Already, this lifestyle is incredibly addicting and I plan to continue with the good habits. I will be keeping this blog undated on all of the healthy goings on in my life. Keep in touch.

with love,

neena noel