Tag Archives: eco boutique

My Traveling Outfit

Posted on December 20, 2017 by

I’m already planning what I’ll wear on the plane for my winter vacation in Seattle. This dress was designed for me! It’s the first thing that caught my eye when I walked into Drizzle and Shine for the first time. A … Continue reading →

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Threads 4 Thought: eco-friendly fashion

Posted on November 29, 2017 by

A T-shirt dress is as timeless as a T-shirt. I wore this simple cotton T-shirt dress on my vacation in NYC, styled for summer. What I love about it is that I can add a long, cozy cotton cardigan and … Continue reading →

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A T-shirt Dress with Style

Posted on August 17, 2017 by

This comfortable T-shirt dress is made by THREADS 4 THOUGHT, an eco-friendly company. It’s the comfort of wearing a T-shirt and very stylish. The fun black and white ink splattered print reminds me of Dalmatians. I bought it at DRIZZLE & SHINE in … Continue reading →

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Cotton and bamboo and hemp! Oh my!

Posted on February 27, 2017 by

I love the comfort of these fabrics. This A- line skirt (made in Canada by Salts and West Organic Clothing–quality ethically-made garments) is from Drizzle & Shine (my daughter’s eco boutique). It’s a blend of bamboo and organic cotton. I love … Continue reading →

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Velvet and lace and a pencil skirt

Posted on February 20, 2017 by

Pencil skirts are so elegant and this one is so comfortable. It’s made by Blue Canoe–an American company–and I love this shade of burgundy. I’ve bought several things from Blue Canoe while in Seattle in September. It was an instant decision when … Continue reading →

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Exploring Seattle

Posted on February 10, 2017 by

While visiting my daughter in Seattle in September, I couldn’t resist buying a new wardrobe at her eco boutique Drizzle & Shine. Here’s one of the four skirts I bought. It’s made by Synergy and I have mentioned this fair-trade … Continue reading →

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Blogger Rendezvous

Posted on October 31, 2016 by

Meeting Joni One of the joys of blogging (as any blogger knows) is meeting a fellow blogger. It’s an exciting experience to finally come face to face with someone you’ve gotten to know through blogging. There’s a happy nervousness and anticipation … Continue reading →

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September in Seattle

Posted on October 26, 2016 by

I was so excited as the plane landed at the Seattle airport and we were on our way to see my daughter and her new eco boutique! Jean was working in the store so we took the Link Light Rail … Continue reading →

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Summer Place

Posted on October 21, 2016 by

We have enjoyed an extended summer during October. However, autumn leaves must fall and it will soon be time to winterize our Summer Place. We also call it the Tree House because it overlooks the forest, three stories high, since … Continue reading →

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My Daughter: the American Eco Boutique Owner

Posted on July 4, 2016 by

My daughter Jean (from Jean of all Trades: a style guide and Sunshine and Slaughter: Vegan for Life) has had two monumental achievements this year: she became an American citizen and opened her own eco boutique Drizzle and Shine. Jean followed … Continue reading →

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