A Hidden Jewel And A New Display

So for those of you who aren't aware, I have a small display up at Lake Effect Florals in Chesterton.  This is courtesy of the lovely Miss Audrey Drag.  Here's my sneaky picture of her...

       Then I made her laugh...sorry for the blur...She still looks lovely!

I stopped in this weekend to change the display from winter to spring and add a few more items to the table.  It's been a nice feeling to have a place with a bit of traffic for my work to be seen locally.  Also it has been so nice talking with Audrey and seeing her adorable shop a little more regularly. I wanted to share a little of it with you...

This is a shelf she has up with pots, artwork, children's books, coasters...Great heartfelt gifts from local artists for sale.  I love that she supports so many people in the community!!!

This week she has air plants and succulents for sale for $3 each!  They are all so different and absolutely gorgeous!

I had to buy some!  :)  She gave me a quick lesson on watering and sunlight and now they are chillin' in my window at home!  Aren't they so cute?  

Audrey will also be a part of the upcoming English Tea bridal shoot I blogged a bit about in my last post!  Be sure to stay tuned for  that post...It will probably at the end of April.

As for my display table...I think she's looking pretty good.  :)  I added a little pink into the mix.  (My favorite color in case you are wondering), and a nice framed sign that I'd made for my Indie Wed booth.  I also brought a few more heads and was able to add a few more free pieces to the mix since I don't have any more shows coming up any time soon.

I think that's about all I have to report in.  Now it's time to head on over and check it all out if you are interested or know someone who is.  Also, see what else this little jewel of a shop has to offer...Let Audrey make you something lovely.  Her work is impeccable...I can promise you that.

XO,
Christina

That's Sketchy

Hello everyone!  It is I, your awesome (blog slacking) local designer.  :)

So I am a week behind schedule (again) with my blogging.  Sorry about that!  I originally planned to blog last week about my friend Audrey's floral shop, and my awesome display she has so graciously let me steal some space from her for.  However, we had to reschedule to meet this coming Saturday so that will be my post for next week I think.  Be sure to tune in for that.  ;)

As for now, I thought I would share something I'm very mediocre at with you.  lol!...  Sketches!
This is a step I admittedly have to say I skip in more cases than not.  Being a mom and starting your own company (no matter what it is) leaves you strapped for time... So many times I just have a vision in my head and that's what I work from.

If you follow me on Instagram, you've seen that lately though, I've been lucky enough to be included on a few big projects and I thought it was time to bring back this step, so I could have clear vision and keep my ideas organized.  Not only has it worked for that, but it also made me realize how much I really do enjoy getting my ideas out before jumping right into a design.

The first project I have coming up is an English Tea inspired bridal shoot.  My vision for the bride is a short 2 piece lace and chiffon get up, with snow angel sleeves, a scalloped bottom, and (of course) an over the top mini hat.

I thought the bridesmaids should definitely be in a floral print and I would add some ruffles, a sash, and again...huge headpieces.  I have to admit, the headpieces are probably what I am most excited about!

Shortly after that, I will be doing the wardrobe for a skateboarder themed bridal shoot.  My bestie Michelle is the creative mind behind these designs, so I can't take full credit, but I think I have done a decent job at bringing her ideas to life.  We are doing our bride in a blush gown with a high low hem and ruffled tulle accents.  I'm adding black lace boot cuffs to soften the masculine boots, and I'm thinking an edgy headband, but it will depend on her hairstyle in the end.

And the bridesmaids will be in lace topped black tulle short dresses with blush petticoats and floral hairclips.

Another upcoming project will be for a sweet couple's wedding.  :)  Congrats Scott and Colleen!!!  Colleen showed me a beautiful dress she liked online, so I went home and redesigned it.  lol!  In my defense, though...there were a few things Colleen didn't like about the dress she saw online.  There were slits in weird places, and better colors in her head than plain white.  So she decided to go with champagne lace and we will embellish with beautiful beaded appliques.

The back will have a rounded scalloped edge and a see through lace back with buttons running down the middle.

She will look absolutely stunning!

Now it's time to bring all of these visions to life.  I'm literally praying I do justice to it all.  

Thanks to everyone who has entrusted me to be a part of these important projects.  I'm very humbled by all of it.

Xo,

Christina