Bernie Dexter shoot

Hi there internet world! As promised, here are a few shots from the photoshoot with Bernie Dexter, by Levi Dexter! Bernie is the iconic pin-up gal of our time, so I was thrilled when she agreed to shoot a few of my pieces. The fascinators and pasties are mine, the rest of her ensemble are from her own collection.

To see the rest of the photos, please check out my etsy listings -

Green & Black Silk Fascinator

Green Silk Pasties

Red & Gold Brocade Pasties

Red & Gold Brocade Fascinator

Light Pink Brocade Fascinator

Light Pink Pasties

Wedding hairpiece

My future family in laws are getting married this summer, and I was thrilled when Liz asked me if I would make her a hairpiece to wear on her wedding day. To view her beautiful blog, and a post about my creation you can check out her blog at A Homegrown Wedding.

For her hairpiece, I used some silk flowers that she sent, and opened them up to remove all the plastic and metal hardware. I then stripped some white duck feathers, and filled out the flower with feather petals. It was a whim, but turned out to be a really beautiful effect which is really delicate and whimsical. Liz also included some gorgeous wax flowers that belonged in her Grandmother's wedding veil, and I mounted those in the center of the flowers, and spotted them with clear Swarovski rhinestones. Trimmed in russian veiling and mounted on a leather pad with an alligator clip, this little lady is ready for her big day - Oh, and I'm sure the bride will be ready too. :)

Jimmy Dean!

Introducing... Jimmy Dean! The new wiener in my life. :) What started as a foster situation, blossomed into love and here he is, in his forever home!

His favorite thing to do (besides sit on a lap) is go for a walk, which we do at least 4 times a day! Living next to a beautiful lake makes it so easy to go outside. Ah, I love Oakland.

Not to be misleading, this photo is in Golden Gate Park, not in Oakland!

In other news, I have three sets of Fascinators & Pasties which are being photographed by the wonderful Dexter duo of Bernie and Levi. I can't wait to see the photos, and I'll be sure to share them as soon as they arrive! To see some other Bernie Dexter and Levi Dexter's other work, go to berniedexter.com.

Pasties!

The BF and I moved to a new apartment in Oakland - a two bedroom with an entire room dedicated to my business! I am thrilled to finally have space, and not have to worry about spreading my stuff out and make a mess. Not that he cared, but it definitely compromised my sanity to live amongst my projects as my last workspace doubled as our living room.

I've been making a lot of hats for Topsy Turvy Design, and can't wait to share some exciting new that should be coming sooooooon! But until then, I've finally listed on Etsy my adorable pasties, which are made to coordinate with corresponding fascinators. Check it out below -

Pasties can be attached to your ta-tas with toupee tape or spirit gum, whichever you choose. Many pasties out on the market are lined with felt which leaves residue on your bits and gets gunked up with spirit gum FAST. Luckily, my pasties are lined in faux-leather, which allows for a durable and long life, and clean nipples for you!

Pasties and fascinators are available in my Etsy store! Go to lapetitemenagerie.etsy.com to get a closer look, see all the sizes, and more colors.

Houndstooth Photoshoot

We've had some gorgeous weather the last few weeks here in Oakland, but, alas, all things must come to pass. Apparently it's monsoon season now, and that's punctuated by my new job as a dog walker. Though I'm thrilled to be hiking with dogs every other day, I'm trying to find more time for crafting and sewing.

I've gotten a few more photos from Aura O'Brien's shoot in December. These photos are of my houndstooth wing fascinator, corset, and chemise!!

The fascinator is already up on etsy, and I'm hoping to get the corset and chemise up there very soon.

I'd love any feedback!

Model: Kara Ghilarducci

Designer: La Petite Menagerie

MUA: flaunt Makeup Artistry

Hair Stylist: Zoe King

Photo: Aura O'Brien

Yeah!

I'm a Craftster Best of 2010 Winner!

I'd also like to share that my fascinators are now for sale at Teatro Zinzanni's boutique in San Fracissco, located on Pier 29! So exciting!!

Edwardian Ball

I had a great time at Edwardian Ball!! The Topsy Turvy Design booth was gorgeous, and I had so much fun sharing it with Topsy Turvy, Sewmanity aka Manicorn, and Thomas Ogden. Plus, my cigarette girl costume was a hit and my tray came in handy selling hats on the road... err... around the vending hall.

I handed out a bazillion business cards, so if you're reading this because of one, Welcome and I'd love to hear from you!