Diary of a Trendsetter: One Shoe Style at a time.

I wanted to start a diary, and going day by day with the bridal shoes I created on a daily basis and group them by style.
I'd love to see how the shoes are matched with the gowns and I'd love to see your wedding pictures wearing any of the custom pairs I created.

High Heel Platform and Sandals

More comfortable then wearing a high heel or stiletto, the platform sandal is the latest rage. Adding four inches to your height these fun sandals come in gold, yellow, fuchsia, burgundy, cherry red, turquoise, silver and many blue tones. Peep toed, sling backs, wraparound strappy, sequins and bows not only look racy but super sexy!

Real Weddings

The latest brides are getting married. All the girls that ordered shoes are sending me her pictures wearing the custom made wedding shoes and me,being thankful and why not a bit proud wanted to share. For now,Reji,with her purple peacock themed wedding and Sonia with her Indian motif event. Thanks ladies,what an honor!!

More Shoe Challenge

After a busy week designing for the next upcoming weddings I woke up today at a lot of friendly e-mails about my sandals being featured at the etsy Front Page.,as you can see at the left of this article.It was fun and a happy time,I was sleeping but it was a good feeling.Nice views and fans.March was a month of challenging and changing times. I enjoyed two concerts,one with each one of my kids (teens or almost there) Newsboys and Audio Adrenaline at Bank Atlantic

on Fort Lauderdale

http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?pid=31134112&id=1307776342

and Toby Mac / Skillet at Cruzan Amphiteatre. I never danced like this,two weekends in a row and I''m not 20 anymore!

http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?pid=31161810&id=1307776342

My girl walked Via Dolorosa

http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?pid=160057&id=100000555549956

and danced at church last night

http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?pid=31164881&id=1307776342#!/photo.php?pid=31164883&id=1307776342&fbid=1410509665251

Jimmito ,my nephew completed 3 years of age and the shoes keep falling on my head.http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?pid=3599390&id=730239074

I just finished a new design on silver low heels and new hot pink mary janes on the way. I acomplished my goal of working with 2 supplier with a short range of pricing but giving my customers the chance to decide which ones suits better their needs and there is still 2 more days before finishing. Next weekend,I will be at Village Arts Mart,who is creating a niche for indie/d.i.y./progressive/eco-friendly artists, musicians, performance artists,visionaries,creators,dreamers and well ,whatever other unexpected oddities thay may find their way to us.If you want to visit me(I encourage you)let me know and I will give you directions.http://www.facebook.com/pages/Delray-Arts-Collective/352404045946?ref=ts

A bride showed me the awseome pictures of her indian wedding and I'm still shocked at the grandeur and splendor of that event.Scrol down until Sonia and Pankit

http://www.justinmarantz.com/

The end of an Era

Today we celebrated my sister's wedding in a blessed ceremony. I wanted to show the colorfull palette of the mixture made between different races and cultures and the motif the bride chose for her Big Day. Wild yellow daisies and cornflower blue decorations. Hydrangea Bouquet with tonalized crystals. A flower girl.An etiopian dance. The toast ,the songs,the fun. The cake with huge polka dots.The golf course and the open blue skies. The Florida heat.The toddlers having fun on the dance fllor.The guys wearing tuxedos in black and blue,the girls wearing long gowns and black outfits.
A day to remember.

Dawanda is hosting a competition.

It all started with : Hi there Nora,Fancy winning your favourite product on DaWanda?

I love when they write fancy,it is so british.I remember at the Bridget Jones Diary movie when her mom ask her if she fancies a gerkin,and I laughed. That is because I don't usually hear people talking like that all the time. There is nothing I love more than the real english accent,I can still catch it in some song from Freddy Mercury and Elton Jhon.
So caming back to my topic I have been invited to the first Blogger Competition!
And this is my chance to let all my fellow followers know more about Dawanda,a web site for the handmade lovers most popular in Europe. Visit DaWanda! and take a look at the wonderful designers and artist featured under one big web roof.
I found a very interesting handbag creator called AnnaBelleBags. She makes the most gorgeous holster bags.
My favourite is a pink metallic Bag with holster of high-class pleather and a snakeskin effect.
All range of colours and styles are to be found at her page. Please take a look at my fave and browse for the one you'd love. Here you are going to have all the info about this product http://en.dawanda.com/product/4209210-Revolverbag-Halftertasche-Tiara-Limited-Edition
Of course they have in their collection the always trendy black and other neutral option the rusty gold tone or as they call it ,lemon metallic. You can find some inspiration on their Trend Pages.

Welcome to Dawanda,enjoy!
Nora

Masks for your Masquerade (redundant,I know)

Mysterious courtesan wants to go unnoticed to the Venetian Masquerade Eros Ball,feathers are one of her favorite objects of admiration and silver plume and beads remind her constantly she is royalty.
This designs had been handpainted on a 100% black satin mask. From gold fleur de lis to blue-teal-green peacocks and swans silver feathers.
Completely lined inside. Silver,black and charcoal beads added and Black-emerald toned feathers. Gold beaded flowers and leaves. Peacock tail feathers in iridiscent green and dark browns. Spotted owl feathers and Black crow feathers.

GOLDEN YEARS...Remembering Heath Ledger when he was a good knight

I wanted to make a treasury in gold to remember the song of the movie,one of many good ones from A knight's tale,but it was impossible to find room. So I created one for myself and the ones who enjoy gold at this time of the year..I believe we are many....

Concentric circles painted like retro stitches

I painted concentric circles like stitches in gold, copper, and bronze fabric paint to give the dress a sixties retro look.The bottom part of the dress looks like the belt and loops of a pair of jeans making it unique and so different.Dress it up with bronze strappy sandals to a very sassy night out or just rattan flip-flops for day time!.
Invisible Zipper in the side for a better fitting.
It is one of a kind and my original design.
This is the only one I have , no other sizes. No stencil, no copies.This is a unique hand painted Dress in dark brown denim from C-Loe Paris.
Talla 3 or size medium.
Measurements are : 38 " around bustier in the widest area ,33" waist , 40 " around hips and 30 1/2 " long from collar to lower end dress.


I use fabric paint.The paint doesn't fade and the colors stay shiny always. Glitters are water resistant because they are mixed with the paint.
Regular wash or hand wash is recommended. No dry clean, no bleach,no fabric softener,please. When iron , don't press on painting.

If you prefer to have it on your own favorite jeans ,jacket ,outfit,canvas or where your imagination goes , contact me and I will charge you only for the painting.

Hope you love it!!E-mail me for any questions at norakaren2002 [!at] yahoo.com

Pink Denim Jacket Hand Painted and Beaded matching Daintycrochet Pink Bracelet.

This is a unique pink jacket in size 10. It's a very washed pink. Brand new Azara from France. Is one of a kind and my original design. No other sizes.
Check it out at my online store www.norakaren.etsy.com or just open this link
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=9449335

I use fabric paint.The paint doesn't fade and the colors stay shiny always. Painted in gold,copper and silver are water resistant because they are real fabric paint. Siver beading added.
Regular wash or hand wash is recommended. No dry clean, no bleach,no fabric softener,please. When iron , don't press on painting.

To view the CROCHET SEXY BRACELET FUCHSIA BUTTONS RINGS just open this link that will direct you to my dear etsian Aly Hymel.
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=9452903

If you prefer to have this design on your own favorite jacket,jeans or dress ,send them to me and I will charge you only for the painting.

Hope you love them!!
E-mail me for any questions at norakaren2002@yahoo.com

I HAVE A GREAT MOTHERS DAY SALE GOING ON NOW THROUGH MOTHERS DAY

I HAVE A GREAT MOTHERS DAY SALE GOING ON NOW THROUGH MOTHERS DAY, TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THIS JACKET JUST REDUCED $10 AND ALL JEANS AND JACKETS HAVE FREE SHIPPING!$ 40
PLEASE COME CHECK IT OUT!
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=10692984

www.norakaren.etsy.com
www.norakaren.ecrater.com

Here I go again on my own!

Hello my peeps. I feel flattered for being the april winner of www.smidge.ca goody bag and I can't wait to see the gorgeous items. By the way ,I took the chance of sharing it with many other members of many other sites for crafty people like us.So I hope they come and take a look at what we fancy. I take the opportunity to promote my shop www.norakaren.etsy.com and show you my latest listing : Hand Painted 2 piece set Amarylis and Leaves size small on brown denim ON SALE (just reduced it $20 off!)take a look an post your comments. http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=9899144

Peacock in Denim Dress that fits like a Glove LAST ONE size medium FREE SHIPPING

Submissive Peacock displays his wonderful pose, shows the amazing structure of its feathers on this unique denim dress .Size medium. Fits like a 10-12. Is one of a kind and my original design. No other sizes. No stencil, no copies.Perfect for a spring or summer night outdoors. Be the one to get all the eyes on you!I use fabric paint.The paint doesn't fade and the colors stay shiny always. Glitters are water resistant because they are mixed with the paint. Regular wash or hand wash is recommended. No dry clean, no bleach,no fabric softener,please. When iron , don't press on painting.If you prefer to have this design on your own favorite jeans or dress ,send them to me and I will charge you only for the paining. Hope you love them!!E-mail me for any questions at norakaren2002@yahoo.com

http://www.norakaren.etsy.com/

http://www.norakaren.ecrater.com/

How about a printed t-shirt from Miami Beach?

• MIAMI NAIVE
• Peacock over blac...
• Peacock shines on...

my tee

You can buy my tee with many diff. options at

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Every Roses has its Thorns.Hand Painted Blue Denim jacket with tatoo roses

This is a unique blue jacket . It's a dark blue denim. Brand new New York Company. Is one of a kind and my original design. Comes in small,medium, large and extra large. It has tatoo roses in the front right next to the collar, sides, back and sleeves. Red Roses with thorns ,leaves and stems.I used fabric paint in gold,red,ivory and greens.The paint doesn't fade and the colors stay shiny always. Glitters in green shiny , silver and ivory are water resistant because they are real fabric paint.No glitter added.Regular wash or hand wash is recommended. No dry clean, no bleach,no fabric softener,please. When iron , don't press on painting.If you prefer to have this design on your own favorite jacket,jeans or dress ,send them to me and I will charge you only for the painting.When ordering, Please specify size in notes to seller Hope you love them!!E-mail me for any questions at norakaren2002@yahoo.com