Tag: HAIR candy/accessories
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Kasheera of Wild Heart Bliss
Meet Kasheera Hickson, creator and founder of Wild Heart Bliss, an online handmade jewelry boutique. Q: Tell me more about your jewelry company. How did it come about? A: I’m a very artistic person. I got into drawing and painting back in high school and about 10 months ago I came up with the idea […]
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Sisterhood of Natural Hair
I attended the Black Hair Kitchen Expo while in DC for my sorority’s National Convention and I met a lot of great people! One group I ran into was the Sisterhood of Natural Hair. I purchased a cute flower headband for my niece and asked if I could feature them on my site! This company has […]
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Flowers From Fatima
I come from a family of entrepreneurs. My mother and father owned a painting business and my oldest brother was the owner of a computer software company. I’ve always been inspired to discover my passion and live my life fulfilling it! Flowers From Fatima blossomed shortly after my father passed. He was the inspiration […]
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Dope Crochet
The beginning: My cousin taught me to crochet afghans one sweltering hot summer in Detroit and I haven’t put my crochet hook down since! It wasn’t until I began my natural journey in 2006 that I began crocheting accessories and jewelry. I felt like I needed to accentuate my new look and attitude with something […]
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The earring guy
I am roughly 6 months into this and it has been INCREDIBLE! I’ve been trying to establish myself as an artist, but over the past few years I had been hemmed in as more of a manufacturer…producing plaques and other bulk items for different organizations. It wasn’t until late last year when I presented a pair of earrings […]
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Black Hair Kitchen [photos]
Whoooaaa I’m way late with posting about this event! In my defense, I am a teacher on summer break who has been relaxin’ and chillaxin’ while visiting friends from New York to Atlanta! I’ve not had much time to sit and work. But today is my catch-up day! Anywho…while attending my sorority’s 100th anniversary celebration […]
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Mocha Kid is taking over!
With a recent post from Essence Magazine, Mocha Kid Magazine is really making a name for themselves! [youtuber youtube=’http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t2yBHJaojug’] Mocha Kid is an up-and-coming interactive magazine that is geared towards empowering, unleashing and glorifying the many physical shades of African American children. Their desire is to equip parents with the necessary tools and insights that […]
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A must have: fabric earrings
Perhaps I’d been wearing these too much which is why the lovely Toni Daley said I needed one of her latest pair! Haha I’ll take it!! I promise these new babies are going to get MUCH play (you can see I believe this from the multiple pics in my first pair of Toni Daley earrings)! […]
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Tiffany Nichols Design
Hello, I am Tiffany Nichols. A self-proclaimed, Natural Hair Enthusiast from Oklahoma City, OK. I embarked on my Natural Hair Journey in 2009 after tons of research and by discovering and watching countless hours of YouTube videos of women of all different shades and curl types share their hair journey. I was so amazed by […]
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My STYLEspiration: Vintage love
The pop of blue is just out of this world!
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Harlem Monroe Blvd. Boutique
Harlem Monroe Blvd. is a natural hair site dedicated to helping you celebrate your natural hair journey! You have probably seen their Kinky Curly Natural TV episodes on Youtube…if not, you’re in for a treat! [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c_JDlOKhwZc&feature=player_embedded[/youtube] Connect with http://www.harlemmonroeblvd.com/ on Facebook!
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UMBA – dream, embrace, explore, dare!
**From now until Sunday, October 14, save 15% off your purchase with the code LoveMynaturalreality ** Owner and designer Chelsie “Chloe” Hart, established Umba in the summer of 2012. Umba is a manifestation of visions, dreams, and inspirations. Early on, Chelsie took a deep interest in African culture and fashion. Attending college sparked her interest […]
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CarolinesGrayce
I meet so many business owners along my journey (a journey of shopping for myself that is:). I met a the owner of CarolinesGrayce on Facebook who shared a snippet of her story. Be sure to check out her Etsy page for more items! I started this business because I love creating beautiful things out […]
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Recycling to make art: Kennedy Waireri
While visiting friends in Atlanta, we stopped by an outdoor festival. There was so much to take in from wall art, good food, and of course jewelry! I was able to meet Kennedy Waireri and purchase a pair of earrings from his unique and affordable collection. Here’s his story: From early on when I was […]
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My STYLEspiration for the day: a pop of color
I love web-surfing to find new items to share with you guys! My latest find are “dookie bracelets” from Nakimuli. Please stop by and show support!
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Interview: Designs by Zahra
I started making jewelry in the summer of 2010. I am an “advanced crocheter” and for some reason got tired of making coats and sweaters. I sat down one day and started making jewelry. A box of items was just sitting on the floor, so my sister suggested that I sell them. That’s where Fatemeh’s […]
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Interview: ChariT’s Inspirational Creations
How did you get into the jewelry-making business? Have you always had a creative hand or did it come later in life? Shortly after the birth of my twin babies and being laid off from my job, I began to wonder about and pray for guidance concerning my purpose in life. One day I […]
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HAIR Candy by Boutique de Bandeaux
Who is Boutique de Bandeaux? I’m a 20 something aspiring actress in NYC. During my off time I like to make beautiful headbands for girls with thick hair! We specialize in handmade couture-inspired hair accessories for thick, curly, & natural hair. Our designer headbands are not only crafted to be fashionable but big hair friendly! […]
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Interview: Peace Images Jewelry
As you view these pieces, you might notice a theme… Peace Images Jewelry creator Camille says, “The message is simple. Remember the rich legacy our ancestors have left for us, and honor it in all we do! I got my start about four years ago when I went to a supply store to […]
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Cocoa So Kawaii handmade jewelry
Don’t you just love my latest find 😉 Background on the product: “My name is is Syreetta Thomas. I am the owner of CoCoa So Kawaii Jewelry. I have been designing jewelry for little over a year. I was inspired to start making pieces when I did my big chop to rock my natural hair. […]