February 2012
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Anonymous asked: Hey my name is Kisha Kind and I would love to feature you as our WWH of the week (WHO WHAT HAIR) women who rock their natural hair and talent. You are super amazing!!!!! My blog is called whowhathair.c
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diary of a designer- day 36
So sorry that I did not update last week. It has been sooo busy around here: I got a new sewing (coverstitch) machine, and just signed a lease on my new apt. As you can see from the pic above, I have nothing but my machine in my apt. (And clothes, which were the first things I moved, of course!) On top of that, business has picked up 2000% (not sure why but I am thankful) and I have a few...
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“Discover what you want most of all in this world, and set yourself to work on...”
– John Homer Miller (via whoisbrass)
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Anonymous asked: Hey Nakimuli, my name is Jontea'. I am also a fashion designer and I admire your work as well as your journey. I was you to know that I am inspired and also encouraged just by reading your post of your day-to-day living as a designer and the challenges that comes along with it. As a designer, in Mississippi moving from Los Angeles, I have several challenges, especially when it comes to fabric...
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January 2012
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diary of a designer- day 22
The year of my first studio in pics.
The best and and worst thing I could have done was to look at all these pics. It made me miss having my studio. But it also reminded me of how far I have come. (And of all the designs I forgot about.)
Last week I began looking for a new space again. My mom says I don’t do much work when I am home. (Has...
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“Do all things with love.”
– Og Mandino (via kari-shma)
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“Wherever you go, go with all your heart.”
– Confucius (via kari-shma)
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staysuckafree asked: new year new clothes same me. lets shoot a cookbook this spring please.
sequin-stuffed asked: Hey Tennille! I have a silly question. Are you related to Dazz McMillan or have family in Orangeburg, South Carolina?
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diary of a designer- day 14
Hitting the ground running for 2012!
Yesterday we did our very first photo shoot of the year; shooting was at my dear friend Damion’s apt. It was a looooong day; we shot so many pieces. But glad we were able to get it done. Items will be available at the end of the month.
Nigel setting up the lights, getting ready to shoot.
Amber is wearing our new Blue Scales Dress.
Amber with...
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“Almost always, the creative dedicated minority has made the world better.”
– Martin Luther King, Jr.
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diary of a designer- day 11
So last night I had the privilege of being a guest on Lipstick Lies, a new streaming show hosted by Nyla Tinkerbelle. Last night was their second show. They highlighted women entrepreneurs. Had to drive all the way out to Long Island but it was worth it. Here are some pics from last night.
*Shout out to all my friends and customers who watched and hit up the chat room, i appreciate the love.
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savageblackout asked: tenille!!! i gave you a shout out on the interview tonight!! that was so fun!!! Jasika and I miss you and are so proud of all the amazing things you are doing. xoxo to you and your awesome mom.
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