It’s a SALE-SALE-SALE! In preparation for the Spring, I am having a 30 - 50% off all of my wrap dresses. Check them out at my ETSY SHOP.
DECEMBER FAVORITE THING - ‘The Jungle Look’
Do you remember the Disney story, The Jungle Book? (If you don’t then you obviously are not from this planet…get informed 
now!)
Anywho, I’ve decided to dedicate my new collection of bangles to that story. They are all 100% snakeskin bangles and were handmade by me, of course. Here is my favorite of the bunch. It’s called, ‘The Jungle Look’ Snakeskin Bangle.
Check out the others on my Etsy Shop .
MINKIE’S NOVEMBER FAVORITE THING
So I haven’t listed a favorite thing for quiet a few months, so I thought it fitting to do just that with launch of my wrap dresses. Here it is! It’s my ‘Spring Kiss’ Wrap Dress ($120). Perfect for work or afterwork, this one-of-a-kind dress is great for all seasons. It is the only one available and it comes in a size medium. Check out my Etsy Shop for more details and also to shop more of my items.
MAJOR! - End of 2008 Vending Events
Below are the dates & places where JaaTee will be available for your holiday shopping:
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Saturday, December 6th & Sunday, December 7th
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Shop N Mingle - Hosted by Harriet’s Alter Ego
National Black Theater
2031-33 5th Avenue
(Btw 126th & 127th Streets)
Wrap It!!
I love most, if not all, things vintage. So when I came across the fabrics I used for my collection of wrap dresses, I was elated. Carefully chosen fabrics paired with a timeless dress design, gives you a one-of-a-kind classic. The wrap dress developed by Diane Von Furstenberg, transcends time, age, and class. If you are a lover of unique dresses then you will love my wrap dresses. Below is a picture of me in my favorite, one-of-a-kind dress paired with two of my handmade snakeskin bangles. Enjoy!
West Harlem Art Fund, Inc.
Not everyone needs a great cause to donate to or to fight for, but if you are that person; I just may have found a great cause, and not-for-profit, for you. The West Harlem Art Fund, Inc. is a ten year old community-based, cultural arts and preservation organization founded by Savona Bailey-McClain. The WHAF offers opportunities for artists and creative professionals to showcase their work with uptown residents.
On October 18th the WHAF launched the Hallelujah Festival which offers a visual feast to the West Harlem community. This festival includes a “Pop-Up” Boutique and four window installations in several locations in West Harlem. I am a vendor at the “Pop-Up” Boutique along with several other designers. This weekend will be the last weekend (Saturday, November 8th & Sunday, November 9th) to enjoy this one-of-a-kind work that Ms. Bailey-McClain has worked tirelessly to feature in the West Harlem community. So if you are an art-lover and love handmade and one-of-a-kind clothing and accessories, come on out and show your support.
Locations:
“Pop-Up” Boutique: 3495 Broadway (SW corner of 143 St.)
Pop Art Window Display: 3421 Broadway btwn 139th and 140th St.
Floral Art Window Display: 3421 Broadway btwn 139th and 140th St.
Transformation Window Display: 3851 Broadway btwn 160th and 161st St)
Harlem Goes Green Window Display: 3851 Broadway btwn 160th and 161st St)
Click here to donate and learn more about the West Harlem Art Fund.
NEW ITEMS ADDED TO ETSY SHOP
I finally got a chance to put up my purses on my Etsy Shop. Check them out: www.jaatee.etsy.com
Dedication or just a bit crazy?
Although some would see it as a bit crazy, I see it as an artistic representation, which translates into true love for one’s passion. Back in September, while vending, I met this young lady who was a design student at Pratt in Brooklyn. I saw her tattoo and immediately fell in love with it, so much so that I had to take a pic. When asked about why she did it, she simply stated that she wanted something unique and a tattoo that meant something to her. I see no better way to represent your love for your passion. However, considering I am not one to subject myself to the pain of needle pricks, unless it is truly necessary (i.e. blood test at doctor’s office, etc.) I see no reason to broadcast my love of fashion this way. But, to each his/her own!
“O”
Everyday I pass the New York Academy of Art on my brisk walk to the train, to get home. Everyday I glance into the display windows to see what wonderful treat the students have completed and subsequently have up for public display. Well to my surprise I did find a rear treat about a month or so ago. Although the purpose of the artists’ work is a bit grim, I just simply love the work that he did. Ok so I say all of that to say that…I came upon “The Oprah Burial Mask, 2008″. I don’t like the “Burial Mask” part of the title so much, so I have renamed it just simply “O”. I love Oprah for the self-made queen that she is, and I love this gold representation of her.
This picture was taken on my camera phone, but to check out a better picture of Daniel A. Edwards work just click his name in this post. If you want to check it out in-person, it is still on display in the main lobby at the school in Tribeca. Enjoy!
