Meet Aly,Crochet that never sleeps.

I met Aly 2 years ago on our team of Fashion,Design and Lifestyles.
Originally from Venezuela,you can see nature inspired pieces in every one of her crocheted creations,probably because she was always surrounded by green,trees,jungle.Her profile is simple and clear about who she is and her style: "I love Fiber arts, nature, flowers and birds are my fav! :-) Love my family with all I have" 
When she finished this piece she said: I visited a Lake, right here in south Louisiana... the day was pretty and inspiring... then my necklace came to live today... :-)

One of my favorites,it is a complete artwork or work of art,it seems like her hands create magic.

Another of my favorites in peacock colors.Something else we share.

Her new line of hair pieces is outstanding. I have one that I wear every time I want to make a statement.

 http://www.etsy.com/listing/59205656/fuchsia-and-purple-hair-clip-metallic?ref=v1_other_2

 http://www.etsy.com/listing/59204185/grey-roses-facsinator-hair-clip-with?ref=v1_other_2

http://www.etsy.com/listing/59206927/metallic-peacock-hair-piece-facsinator

She creates custom orders and it is always ready for a new project! 

I suggest you to visit her shop and you won't regret it...Be ready to shop 
http://www.etsy.com/shop/DAINTYCROCHETBYALY

Ballerina Flats painted with peacocks on gold and green

Here is my newest design on White Satin Flats excellent addition for a something blue with all the elegance and comfort!

These Proud as a Peacock Design can be customized at your needs adding some touches of different colors also to match your dress,gown,outfit or theme.

 They are stunning for a night out,party,wedding or just to stand out of the crowds!.

All sizes but please add your size at check out. Consider the times for ordering (2 weeks or less)and another week for customizing and shipping back to you.

 If you want them without the straps please check this listing :
http://www.etsy.com/listing/44634722/shoes-bridal-wedding-flats-painted-peaco

 More flat options:
http://www.etsy.com/shop/norakaren?section_id=5959489

 Check out my many other designs here!
http://www.etsy.com/shop/norakaren?section_id=5959483

 If you need them in another shoe style ,you have other options.Send me a conversation to talk about your needs and ideas. Or e-mail at norakaren2002@yahoo.com
Thanks
Nora

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400 Rhinestones for a Winter Wedding

Here is my newest design on Ivory Dyeable Satin Pumps. In white and ivory.400 rhinestones shoes
Snowflakes and swirls completely hand painted for a Bridal design on white satin heels.Accents on white,pearl,charcoal grey and glitter.
Glamorous satin pump that I embellished with 400 rhinestones on the heel and to complete the overall concept on the satin.
This pair shows a custom designed pair that I recommend on Debutant or Gala from Dyeables.


If you like this design on other style of shoes,they can be custom designed by request on any other dyeable shoe. Also colors of background can be changed to match your theme,flowers,bridesmaids or just for the fun of "something blue too" 
Check my other designs on red and blue for ideas and inspiration.
Great addition for a Winter or Christmas Wedding
All sizes and half sizes from 5 to 11 in stock
More Winter Wedding Shoes and accessories...
http://www.etsy.com/shop/norakaren/search?search_query=winter&search_type=user_shop_ttt_id_5246353&shopname=norakaren

Same shoes without rhinestones?
http://www.etsy.com/listing/50046427/shoes-bridal-wedding-painted-snowflakes
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Looking for something else?
Check out all my other bridal designs :
http://www.etsy.com/search_results_shop.php?search_query=wedding&search_type=user_shop_ttt_id_5581640

Looking for my best seller Dyeables?Check all 5 squares plus the color chart
http://www.etsy.com/listing/47855310/shoes-weddingbridalbacheloretteparty

Shoes Bridal Fall Wedding painted driftwood burnt orange sandals GINGER

Perfect for fall. Autumm tones on my newest designs on Dyeables Sandals: This gorgeous pair designed on a burnt orange toned sandal painted driftwood in grey ,off white and black.Great addition for your wedding,event,bridesmaids,to rock your night in town or just to stand out of the crowds!


Stunning heels are 3 1/2 inches high. The knot is adaptable and very comfortable and elegant.This strappy sandals come in all sizes, medium and wide too. Please add your size in notes to seller and your wedding date if possible.


Check out my many other designs on sandals here!
http://www.etsy.com/shop/norakaren?section_id=5959485

Looking for peep toes?
http://www.etsy.com/shop/norakaren?section_id=5959492

Best Bridal shoes?
http://www.etsy.com/shop/norakaren?section_id=5959483

Signature Shoes?
http://www.etsy.com/shop/norakaren?section_id=6956780

Flats?
http://www.etsy.com/shop/norakaren?section_id=5959489

Needing a matching clutch?
http://www.etsy.com/shop/norakaren?section_id=5959486

If you'd like to have any of this designs in your own shoes please send me a conversation first to talk about design,color,background,etc.The listing includes whole shoe painting in a chosen background color and design.

Shoes Bridal Fall Wedding painted driftwood burnt orange sandals GINGER

Trimirror,much more than a Fashion website.

I found Kaia on Twitter and was soon very impressed by her talent as a young fashionista.


Trimirror and how to receive a good surprise.
http://www.trimirror.com/
Kaia Korbell is one of the bright minds behind Trimirror.com, a very original place on the web where you can do a lot more than surf.
It all started with a curiosity to make use of the iPhone or other camera smartphones when shopping for clothes, accessories, and other fun stuff, finding something awesome in a store, but not sure whether it suits? Do these shoes go with that purse, or this necktie with that shirt?...Or, that store has some phenomenal things for great prices and this blouse/shirt/jacket is really cool! And team triMirror wished they could share their excitement about it with others!

And so on... It became an idea to create a place to do just this!
There are many options to browse, ask questions and get answers for Women, Men, Teens, about Shoes, Accessories, Children, Trends, Budget, Blog,
Forums, Photos, Spaces and People. It is totally funny and interesting the way Kaia proposes the comunity a new adventure on every post.You can post your own photo, your favorite look, questions about a new purchase or what to do with that genius item you got at the thrill of the hunt (and now you don't know how to wear it or don't have any matching outfit for it). You get answers, tons of responses from a very nice population that know what they are talking about.

A bit about Kaia
Kaia received her first paying stylist job when she was only 16, has had a love for fashion, dressing up, and styling since she was one year old! Her favorite thing to do as a child was play dress up with her Mom who always took time to look her best in a delicate feminine proud way.
Luckily something that was always a passionate hobby has become her career.
The fact that she grew in a very preppy town (that she really disliked but loved being super feminine always in skirts and heels) helped her form wonderful feminine outfits outside of the preppy realm, relying on lots of vintage inspired looks :)
Her Mom, Dad, and Grandmother, her best friends other than the love of her life, Eric, inspire her every day with creativity.
She is such a people person. This is not a job for her, its fun! She wakes up every day smiling so thrilled to start her day's work! She was raised with passion and she keeps up the good job!
Her advice for new fashionistas is: Don't be discouraged! And don't hold out for the "dream job" They say you have to kiss a lot of frogs before you find you prince, well you may have to scrub a lot of toilets to get to that corner office, but do it! Any job is a gift and will pay off.
Her plans for Trimirror are to continue expanding the website and applications with new exciting interactive features!! to make a community for everyone to feel at home and welcome! stay tuned! http://www.trimirror.com/
The website just released a new Droid app, and a new iPhone app is around the corner! We are always brainstorming ideas to make triMirror even better! The favorite ideas come from the Trimirror community and friends!

Her favorite places online are Kaboodle as well as heartIFB where the community feel is great! Everyone is so supportive and responsive!
Last but not least I asked Kaia her plans for her personal future and she responded: In the next five years I hope to see myself happy, healthy, working hard, supported by my wonderful work, ready to be a Mommy if not already :) Embracing life's gift with so much gratitude and thanks!
http://www.trimirror.com/

Fall Fashion Runway

A big entrance starts with a painted catsuit with flags and symbols. The runway for fall 2010 is filled with blacks,whites and grey tones. As Lanvin showed.















Mix of temporal colors: teals and reds,warm and cold colors alltogether.The presence of feathers,fur and more types of fur is absolute.Pheasant,sheep,fur,leather completed the path.The introduction,one more time of camel,made an appearance that was come back from many years ago.

For the hair,laid back,ponitail,rodette,ballerina style.For accessories: birds again.Feathers on shoes and on jewelry,gold tones and diamonds.Mix of textures,some soft ,a lot of bold.Green accents,nature alive,animals not in prints but in skin. Chains,halter tops,very hard core.

The bride,what a better chance I have to close the show with a Swan Like gown designed by Alexander Mc Queen as the text recites: left the earth with a slice of heaven.

Black and white always a classic.

Ruffles,metallics,layered pieces and prints.Another must for the fall.From the printed background to the painted feather it is all handmade,handpainted and designed by me.
The criss-cross pattern simulates a raging string of metallic tones in silver,charcoal and black at front and back of the ruflled tunic.
Ravishing ruffles from side to side of the tunic.Wide and deep round horseshoe neck ends in a Y back style. With leggings or not, don't even get me started.

I finished my last designs for Statement Necklaces

Today was very exciting.After watching last night the Rachel Zoe project until very late hours(everything last night was out of control: from Channel,to Ungaro,LACROIX and of course Galliano) I woke up to a message from my friend and colleague Jenn of my "dailychallenge"team who informed me that the purple tunic made it to the front page as you can see in the left side of this story.
By the way ,take the chance and visit her awesome shops :
http://www.iWunder.etsy.com
http://www.iWunderSews.etsy.com
http://www.iWunderVintage.etsy.com
Next,adding comments and post to my daily thread of team mates that you can visit too:
http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=6305547. After that, mail got me good news: the battery packs for my digital camera that helped me as usual to take new pics of my creations.And now a description for all of you interested on them:

Give life to your dress with a statement necklace that it really is one of a kind!
My latest creations,a handpainted peacock on a half moon necklace made form different fabrics:from silks to denim and rustics like tapestry.

Half haute coture,half boho,completely handmade,handpainted and handsewn
I added different beads and tear shaped stones, round swaroski crystals and feather.
My new addition is the painted feather matching the colorful palette.

Ties into a sheer ribbon or a couple of lacy strings or an ivory big strap at the back so you can adjust the length according to your needs.

The necklace is 10" wide and drops 8" on the front.
Colors for fall : wild peacock blue in all the classic tone:, teal,gold royal blue.
Purples and magentas:a must for fall. Harvest dominion: copper,bronze,rust and finally just on time: candycorn themed: orange,yellow,gold.

Wraped as gift in a handpainted white box.
One of a kind design.
On sale tomorrow morning at norakaren

If you needed to match you outfit in any other color please contact me and we will work on the perfect accesory together: your ideas,my art.

Fall New Looks!

Colors for Fall 2009 take on more sophisticated, less traditional hues, with timeless new neutrals and some robust reds, pinks, blues and purples.
My new collection of tunics,perfect for layering,on another long tee or turtle necks.
It has a great design:round collar, features a wide hem -bandeau at the hips,to adapt at your body shape.Beautiful no stitch chinese short sleeves that you can wear off the shoulder or not.The submissive Albino Peacock on a gorgeous tunic displays his wonderful posse, shows the amazing structure of its feathers on this unique tunic,to making you feel in touch with nature and at the same time in a glamorous mood. Adorable to wear with jeans or dress it up for a night out.
It is one of a kind and my original design.Chic,comfortable and casual transforms easily in a Night out look,extravagant and dressy.

Great treasuries and the Sapphire month.

This month we celebrate the hues of sapphire, September's stone.
Buying a sapphire-inspired item is a thoughtful gift for new babies and September birthdays, or a vibrant jolt of color for your fall wardrobe. A symbol of loyalty, sapphire's velvety blue epitomizes tranquility in the midst of changing seasons.
Please visit our shops at:

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This month we celebrate the hues of sapphire, September's stone.
Buying a sapphire-inspired item is a thoughtful gift for new babies and September birthdays, or a vibrant jolt of color for your fall wardrobe. A symbol of loyalty, sapphire's velvety blue epitomizes tranquility in the midst of changing seasons.








Thanks for including me!