Michelle Maynard Michelle Maynard

Recommended Reading: Handprint

“You carry the stories of the people that make your clothes”
— Inspired by Ali Hewson

Handprint is a beautiful short film by director Mary Nighy.  This video has been around since 2013 & continues to inspire.  Check out the article on Eco-Age.com 

Much love,

Michelle

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Michelle Maynard Michelle Maynard

Recommended Reading: To Buy or Not To Buy?

To Buy or Not To Buy?

The Curious Button explores your options as a conscious shopper.  Three simple questions you should ask yourself before making a purchase... any purchase!  Check out the full article via the link below.

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Michelle Maynard Michelle Maynard

That's so 2015

Hey hey y'all!  Well, new year - new blog!  Are you in!?  I hope you'll join me in this new journey - I'm looking forward to sharing some studio news, style, DIY, sewing, eco and small business tips and much, much more!   Please let me know if you're hankering for any specific content and I'll do my best to work it in.  

Studio news....

Right now its all about catching up on business things like inventory, accounting & planning ahead but don't worry - there's still time for the best part of my job which mostly involves designing, picking out fabrics and researching new ideas!   Here's a sneak peek at my (always evolving) inspiration board for SS16....

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I've also got fall/winter 16 in the works, setting up an online shop right here on our website and getting your orders out so suffice it to say its a busy time in the studio BUT I've been wanting to get this blog started for a while now so I'm just going to make myself an extra cup of coffee and go for it! 

Cafe noisette from my inspirational trip to Paris this past fall.  L'amour!  Click it to check out & follow me on Instagram

Cafe noisette from my inspirational trip to Paris this past fall.  L'amour!  Click it to check out & follow me on Instagram

What are your big plans for 2016?!  What are you going to push yourself to accomplish? Do you have any motivational tips?  Thanks for checking out my first quickie post and I'd love to know what big ideas you've got going on!  Post your replies in the comments - lets get this party started!

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xx Michelle

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