Archives – Thirft Store Shopping Tips.

Hi friends. I’ve been a bit MIA lately and I apologize, but I promise to report back soon with a lot of exciting updates. I thought in the mean time I would bring back some archived favorite blog...

spring time.

who else is ready for spring? happy march 1st!

Label time.

Screen printed labels on scrap muslin.

Fashion in Comics

Remember how I told you I have all kinds of creative, inspiring friends? Well, I would like to share some wonderful comics of John Campbell, of PicturesforSadChildren.com. Below are a few of my...

Modified Monday.

Workin’ on some vintage mods for The Vintage Bazaar in February.

Sewing Sunday.

Upcoming Events – The Vintage Bazaar

Hello! Happy Friday! How is everyone’s 2012 so far? I know you’ve all been waiting in anticipation for the next Vintage Bazaar! There are actually two events right around the corner. I will be...

My Talented Friends. Series #1

Happy 2012 everyone! Hope the holidays brought you everything you wished for and more! I am kicking off 2012 in celebration of a selection of wonderful people in my life that inspire me. I have...

Fabric Remnant Section!

Good morning! I recently added a new section to the Dollparts online shop. For all you crafters, designers, students, etc I now have various bolts of remnant fabric for sale. All fabrics are under...

Shop Update!

Hi there! Fresh updates in the shop this morning!!

California

I had the chance to visit my sister, brother-in-law and two little nieces a couple weeks ago in Salinas, California. Here are some of my favorite memories from the trip (forgive me for being a...

The Vintage Bazaar Recap.

What a fun weekend! So many great people and vintage finds in one room! Thanks so much for everyone who came out to shop and Katherine and Libby for organizing such an amazing event! Me and bff...

11|11|11 corduroy day.

Happy Corduroy Day! Hope you all are celebrating by wearing your finest cords!

The Vintage Bazaar – Holiday Pop-Up Shop!

Hi vintage loving friends! Come find me and Yellow Birdd this weekend at The Vintage Bazaar. The sale is all weekend long, kicking off with a Preview Party on Friday from 7p-10p. Join us, along...

Shop Update!

A couple “new” vintage items added to the ol’ Dollparts Shop… NEW IDENTITY Horse Blazer – Deadstock Donna Jessica Knit Tapered Pants Ali Miles Petites Animal Blazer Fancy Beth Dress More to come...

What I wore to Vert Couture.

Hello! I haven’t posted pics of my get-ups lately, so I thought I’d do just that… On the Vert Couture wall with all three of my lovely sisters (Dawn, me, Jenny, Dani). There is much debate over who...

Sketch to Runway.

Straight from the sketchbook to the Tents in Millennium Park. If you are interested in placing a pre-order on any items shown here, please email me at dollpartschicago@gmail.com

Chicago Fashion Focus!

It’s that time of year again…the tents are up, the runway is built and stylish Chicagoans gear up in his/her finest attire for Chicago Fashion Focus. I have attended several shows in the past, but...

Chanel Spring 2012

A few of my favorites from the Chanel “underwater world” collection… Karl Lagerfeld is such a bad ass…and so is Florence Welch. Happy Friday!!

Sonia Rykiel Sp2012

I love all the bright colors in Sonia Rykiel’s SS2012 collection. Here are some of my favorites. To view the full collection, please click here.

The Vintage Bazaar!

We are back at The Congress for TVB! Come visit me and Yellow Birdd outside on Sunday. We are collaborating to show a fabulous collection of men’s and women’s vintage. Oh, and there will be a hefty...

Fashion’s Night Out!

Going on year #3, Fashion’s Night Out is the biggest shopping event of the year. Fashion’s Night Out will be celebrated tonight across the world with runway shows, exclusive events and of course...

Dollparts updates!

Oh hey! I apologize; I haven’t been updating the ol’ blog as much lately because I’ve been totally immersed in my designs for next season. I will briefly craw out from under my rock (or from...

creative crafting.

Isn’t this the most darling greeting card? I received it over the weekend as a thank you for participating in a questionnaire about sustainable fashion. It’s made of fabric remnants! Happy Monday!

Red and Pink.

Today is a Dollparts day. I am designing, listening to Radiohead and drinking coffee. I plan to stop by the thrift store for some added inspiration. To assure an added skip in my step, I found some...

rainbows.

Vintage 1970s rainbow dress from Bombshell Shocked.

Chicago Fashion Focus 2011

Hello and happy Monday everyone! I have some exciting news that I’ve been dying to share. I will be showing the Dollparts Spring 2012 collection during Chicago’s fashion week, Fashion Focus on...

Sample and Fabric Sale this weekend!

Anna Fong and Evil Kitty are selling samples and fabric @ The Creative Lounge tomorrow afternoon: (click the flier for more info) Happy Friday!!

Woodstock. 1969.

designing.

I am currently designing for some exciting events coming up this Fall. More information to follow…