With eleven days until Valentine's Day, I am thinking of hearts. All of the pieces in this week's outfit are handmade, and can be considered slow fashion. Slow fashion is about enjoying each individual piece - it is what happens to fashion when you combine craftsmanship, ethics, and an environmental awareness. Everything in this week's post (and just about every other htwiw :)). has a timeless quality that will endure well beyond the next trend. All but one special piece were found on
Etsy.
This pair of
earrings from our
shop are made from recycled pine. They have stainless steel posts. I burned the primitive heart design with a wire tool that I made.
Every week, I fall in love with new pieces, and discovering new makers is a constant inspiration. The
Terry Skirt from
Alabama Chanin is made from 100% Organic French Terry. It features hand embrodery and a painted design. I do not have the space here to adequately explain all that is Alabama Chanin, so I urge you to head over to their
website and check them out.
Made from supple, full grain leather, this
clutch from
Juliette Rose Designs will go anywhere. Just large enough to fit all of your essentials for a night out on the town, or throw it in your every-day bag so you don't have to dig to find what you need. Juliette makes all of her bags by hand at her studio in Vermont.
Symbolizing happiness and devotion, this
henna inspired pendant was hand-drawn by the artist, then secured in an atiqued pendant. Find it at
Eternal Girl.
This
shirt from
Blue Ridge Stitches is made from 100% Organic Cotton fabric that was milled in South Carolina. It is available in a variety of hand dyed colors and made to order.
These
boots from
Momoish are felted from Maori Wool. They have been designed to hug your feet, and since they are made of wool your feet will be able to breathe. A virbam sole makes them appropriate for all surfaces.
You can be guilt free with this made to order
shaggy faux fur coat from
Cloud Hunter Co. . It is available in a variety of lengths and colors. The satin lining adds to this jacket's luxurious feeling.
That's it for this week!
-- Jessica