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Cari Caraway is the author of the blog, The Oil Dropper. She is a wife

and mother of 3 boys…these 4 are the LOVES of her life. She loves

essential oils and staying healthy.

She doesn’t love cooking, but wants to, so, she is learning about healthy

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K. Paige Engle is a worldwide traveler, speaker and owner of Paris by

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Chris Falk is an avid biker, runner and endurance athlete, who

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Dave Gilbertson was born and raised in Wisconsin. Gilbertson was driven to

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the Israeli Defense Forces, became a certified Krav Maga instructor. Gilbertson became dedicated to

Krav Maga and has owned fitness clubs since 2007 while teaching all over the world. Gilbertson has

even trained celebrities. He has owned multiple fitness clubs throughout the U.S. and is on the Board of

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All contents of this magazine are the opinions of the individual authors.

May 2015 Your True Colours Media LLC

No part of this magazine may be reprinted without written permission from

the editor.

Editor in Chief: Carolyn Bendall

Managing Editor: Marie Pizano

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Monthly Columns:

Contest of the Month: Purad’or Hair Products 9

YTC Life Image – 31 Day Challenge 11

Wellness by Kally Efros ‐ What Do You Do in the Summertime? 29

Your True Colours Transformations…63

Cool Skin Tones/Warm Skin Tones ‐ Ted Cortese, Hair Color 67

Your True Colours Reviews: Trendage 69

Chris Hill: A Blend of Country & Rock with Some Memphis Blues by Carolyn

Bendall 101

Articles

30 Day Fitness Challenge by Dave Gilbertson 12

Safe Travel for Women by K. Paige Engle 21

iSHARE Agency Spotlight: “The Mule” by Sherri Henley 23

Natural and Fine by Karen Scott 27

Post‐Partum Care with Lavender Essential Oil by Cari Carraway 31

Why Enhanced Visibility While Biking 37

InthisIssue:

VrittiDesignsuseslocalartisansandorganicmaterialstobettertheeconomyinhernativeIndiaand

helpingtheenvironment.

Meet Katie Rustin, she takes something old and makes something new.

Dave Gilbertson has provided a complete tear out sheets for you to

start the challenge. Keep up with us on Facebook,

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Table of Contents (Continued)

The Flip Side of Temperature Control: Heatsheets & Warm Weather Events by Chris Falk 51

Sock of the Month Club? 55

Making A Difference in India: Vritti Pasricha 59

Designs by Zubiate 71

From Concept to Garment: Theresa Onwuka 77

The Lottie Doll Story by The Knowledge Tree 87

DIY Skirt: Walking on Sunshine by Katie Rustin 89

Aromatherapy for Beauty by Marta Raptis 93

The Summer of 1968: A Cultural Look at Fashion & Jewelry by Melinda Lewis 95

Chris Hill: A Blend of Country & Rock, with Some Memphis Blues 101

Credits for Cover Photos: Courtesy of Needle Point Woman & Theresa Onwuka

Revisiting our first Spotlight Artist, yes, he is

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From the Editor’s Desk

We are celebrating our one year anniversary this month! We have been doing the

magazine for one year this month. I can’t believe the year has flown by so quickly. We

have had writers from Russia, Ecuador, The Netherlands, and all over the United States.

We have featured designers from Canada, New Zealand, Spain, Ecuador, England, the

United States, and Germany. We have introduced new products to you, Zao Makeup from France; Sleep

App; several skin care companies; clothing with its own heat; jewelry from unique sources; and many

others. We introduced you to several entertainers, Shantell Ogden, Angela Efros, Anna Kaelin, Lily

Rubio, Jill Dyson, Brian Wells, and the a capella group, DeltaCapella. We have spotlighted some

wonderful artists. We have spotlighted great bloggers and humorists. We dedicated issues to

weddings, National Humor Month, Eco‐friendly clothing and products, and various other subjects.

We have introduced you to our great monthly columnists, Kally Efros who brings you wellness each

month; Melinda Lewis who takes us back in time to explore jewelry; Debra Norwood who brings us

laughter knowledge and Sherry O’Connor who gets to talk to the celebrities.

We thought it would be fun to let you know what the best of the best has been over the last year.

Themostreadissue: The November issue featuring children’s clothing from Issosy in England.

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Thebestcover: The April issue featuring Karen Couture’s silk wardrobe. http://issuu.com/yourtruecolours/docs/april_2015

Theissuethathadthemosttimespentreadingit: The October issue featuring Clothing by Desiree in New Zealand. http://issuu.com/yourtruecolours/docs/your_true_colours_october_2014

Theissuethatwassharedthemost: The June issue featuring the students of the University of Fashion’s students in Canada. http://issuu.com/yourtruecolours/docs/ytc_june_2014

Themostreadarticlesofalltime: 5 Reason to Wear Vintage Jewelry by Melinda Lewis

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http://issuu.com/yourtruecolours/docs/ytcfeb2015/46 Magnolia & Vine: Direct Sales by Chuck & Sherry

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Thank you for a wonderful year!!!!! Let’s have fun with the next one!!

Thanks,

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LifeImage–30DayFitness

ByCarolyn Bendall

THIS MONTH’S LIFE IMAGE GOAL FOCUSES ON FITNESS. We challenge

each of our readers to print out the following pages put together by

Dave Gilbertson with 3 Elements Fitness out of Thousand Oaks CA,

USA. A personal trainer, Gilbertson appeared on our radio show and

talked about fitness and how to achieve success.

So many of us get started and then don’t follow through. I wanted to put together a 30 day challenge

that wasn’t so challenging that one would give up on following through. If you do something for 21

days, then it becomes a part of your day. That is how long it takes for a new habit to be formed.

Join us on this 30 Day Challenge and watch our Facebook page to keep up with me as I go through this

30 Day Challenge myself. I have already found a place near our home to do the 30 minute walking. I

need to get a jump rope, I will do that right away.

This is a fitness challenge, with a nutritional challenge. Start by emptying out the things in your kitchen

that just don’t belong. You know what they are, all the junk processed foods. Now, in some cases that

box of macaroni and cheese is a matter of budgetary restraints. So, what we want you to get rid of right

now are the sweets and chips and anything in between those two! You can do it!! And, no binging on

them to get rid of them is NOT acceptable. Gilbertson gives some more guidelines for your nutritional

needs.

So, for the first part of the 30 Day Challenge for the nutrition, just get rid of the junk. We aren’t asking

you to ditch all sugar and flour in the house; 99.9% of you won’t do that anyway. So, let’s take baby

steps. Now, to replace those junk processed foods let’s add apples and oranges. For that salty taste you

crave, peanut butter or pimento cheese on celery. You can make it through those two things, right?

Now, set aside the time of day that you are doing to do the fitness challenge, and ‘Like’ us on Facebook

so that you can watch our progress and others’ progress!

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3 Elements Lifestyle defies the normalcy which has become “going to the gym”. WE CHANGE LIVES

3 Elements Lifestyle is about helping to build a better you from within. We utilize the three core elements:

FITNESS, NUTRITION, RECOVERY 3 Elements developed a core set of movements utilizing upper body pushing and pulling, lower body pushing and pulling, core and lots of conditioning. The development and creation of these three important core movements were a result of years of research. We are an established health and fitness facility which has certified trainers to guide members through each functional fitness workout wherein assisting in the achievement of their personal fitness goals. The business at 3 Elements Lifestyle is a family. Our staff are supportive of members goals in going that extra mile to assist members in reaching their personal best.

3 Elements Lifestyle creates a supportive health conscious community.The 30 Day Challenge The reason 3 Elements Lifestyle created The 30 Day Challenge was to bring fitness to the next level for its members. Many times, a kickstart to one’s health is what it takes in order to see where they stand and what their possibilities are for improvement. Thirty days is not a long time when you think about it. It is four weeks, one month, or seven hundred-twenty hours. If that is how long it takes to change a life for the better,we figured why not change someone’s life...one dayat a time. We are talking about ridiculous results here. This isnot your typical lose five pounds in one week diet andexercise plan. The 30 Day Challenge was created to improve fitness and health at any level. In the Beginning Participants of The 30 Day Challenge arrive to 3 Elements Lifestyle excited. Day one is the day in which goals are set. 3 Elements Lifestyle team members take special care to appropriate measurements and conduct the body fat analysis of each 30 Day Challenger.Afterwards, 3 Elements Lifestyle gather 30 Day Challengers on the gym floor to test the ability levels with a series of exercises.3 Elements Lifestyle developed six movements to measure an individual’s muscle balance or imbalance as a whole. Some people use upper body muscles more than lower body muscles in their everyday life and vice versa. The movements people use are to make us stronger in everyday life.The 30 Day Challenge exercises focus on a core set of movements utilizing upper body pushing and pulling, lower body pushing and pulling, core and lots of conditioning. Mastering core movements like these allows us to venture through our everyday life with less risk of injury while picking up our kids, carrying the groceries, lifting a 50 lb. bag of dog food from the trunk, and even hiking.

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The Challenge Begins A 3 Elements Lifestyle trainer calls out to the 30 Day Challengers to gather round. The intensity in the gym begins to build. 30 Day Challengers have been measured, weighed in and analyzed. In hand, each 30 Day Challenger holds a manual for the thirty day journey. A 3 Elements Lifestyle trainer explains to the excited Challengers it is now time for warming up and then they will be partnered with someone in the group for the six exercises. The warm up and Challenge begins. As the trainer calls out different warmup exercises to the group of Challengers, the heat of thegym rises.The Challenge Is Set In MotionNow that each Challenger is ready to be put to the test,the trainer explains each of the six core tests. Each coretest has three levels.

STABILITY STRENGTH POWERStability Stability level is for beginners or Challengers who have injuries are new to working out or just a little nervous. Strength Strength level is for Challengers who have been working out regularly but still need some form correction and would like to improve even more. Power Power level is for serious athletes who really want to take there abilities to the NEXT level.

Each Challenger takes turns cheering on their partner on the first day of the Challenge. A Challenger’sgoal is to achieve a high a rep with each exercise.Once a Challenger has tested their ability level on eachof the exercises, they set a goal for themselves for theend of the 30 Day Challenge.Support

Emails are sent out during The 30 Day Challenge to each Challenger. Manuals, self help videos and recipes are provided for the thirty day journey of ridiculous results. 30 Day Challengers are offered unlimited access to 3 Elements Lifestyle during The 30 Day Challenge. Each Challenger sits down with a trainer for one on one goal setting and is required to keep a workout journal as well as a food journal.30 Days of Work & Goals Throughout The 30 Day Challenge, 3 Elements Lifestyle staff check in with the Challengers on a daily basis to ensure their goals are on track and they are continually making the progress they initially sought out to achieve.



NutritionBefore sending the Challengers off into the world, a 3 Elements

Lifestyle trainer sits with them to discuss their nutrition for thenext thirty days. 3 Elements Lifestyle offers a custom designedmeal plan for Challengers to guide themselves through the 30 DayChallenge. The trainer takes the time to answer questions andmake suggestions to accommodate anyone’s individual needsduring the nutritional presentation.

THE 30 DAY CHALLENGE FOR YOU Day One Weigh yourself on day one only and day thirty only. Perform warm up exercises for a minimum of ten minutes to get you heart rate going. Begin a self evaluation with each of the six exercises. Remember the levels Stability, Strength and Power are in place to help you determine where you currently are. Once you decipher this, use it to build your goals on. Don’t go easy on yourself and at the same time, do not push yourself beyond your capability.

WEEK ONE WEEK TWO WEEK THREE WEEK FOURMonday/Wednesday

1. Push Ups2. Front Squats w/Body Weight3. V-Ups4. Mtn. Climbers5. Lunges5 rounds/25 mineach exercise 5x30 seconds work30 seconds rest

Monday/WednesdayRepeat Week One Increase reps each round! Jump Rope: Increase reps by 10 every 30 sec

Monday/Wednesday40 sec work20 sec restJump Rope: 15 sec on15 sec off (10 min)

Monday/WednesdayIncrease reps more than week 3Give it your all

Increase jump rope reps by 5 every15 sec of work

Tuesday/ ThursdayPrison Style Workout8 reps, 7 reps, 6, 5,4... 1. Pull Ups2. Single Leg HipBridge (Each Side)3. Burpee4. Handstand Push

Tuesday/ ThursdayRepeat Week One with better formSprinting same as Week One

Tuesday/ ThursdayRepeat each rep at a slower pace Increase Sprinting to 10 min

Tuesday/ ThursdayComplete each exercise at a increased levelSprint the same as Week Three

FridayRest

FridayRest

FridayRest

FridayRest

Saturday30 min jogging/walkingRecovery runRemain consistentslow steady pace




SundayActive recovery30 min walk outside. Do not elevateheart rate




WHAT TO DO

YOUR30 DAYTRAININGPLAN

The Challenges(Week 1-4)

*10 min. Jump RopeAim for 45-60Revolutionsper 30 sec

30 seconds on/off*Hold Plank positionas long as possible1 min rest inbetweeneach hold (3x)*5 Min Sprinting20-30 yardsFast as possiblewalk back to startImmediately sprintagainRepeat for 10 min

(Levels = Stability, Strength, Power) = (Down Dog Push Up, Feet on Box Push Up, Handstand Push Up)

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Living The 30 Day ChallengeFitness It is important to exercise on a consistent basis. It is not necessary to repeat the same exercises from the first day of the Challenge. Change your exercise routine up each time. Doing so will keep your workouts exciting. Exercise for a minimum of an hour each time your workout. Ensure that you take the time to stretch and warm up in order to get your heart rate up during your workout.Nutrition Don’t try to complicate your diet. Eating is really simple and delicious. Look at food in four categories protein, veggies, carbs and fats. Calorie counting is not important. Keep your diet raw and simple. Do not consume processed foods. If you cannot pronounce it, do not eat it. Eat three proportionate meals a day and a snack in between each meal. How much should you eat? Look at your hand.The size of your palm including width equals one meal worth of protein. The size of your closed fist equals one meal worth of veggies. If your hand were cupped to gather water in it, that is equal to one portion of dense carbs. This means the amount of water you could hold in your cupped hand, not a heaping amount up to your finger tips. Your thumb is equal to one fat portion. Please visit our friends Precision Nutrition for a link with more assistance and information to the hand plan.Men and Women should be on a different diet.

Men can calculate the following for each meal:2 palms of protein

2 fists of vegetables2 cupped hands of carbs2 entire thumbs of fats

Women can calculate the following for each meal:1 palm of protein

1 fist of vegetables1 cupped hand of carbs1 entire thumb of fats

RecoveryExercise is important. Nutrition is important. Taking the time to rest and recover is very important. Keep on a regular workout schedule as well as taking the time to let your body rest in between. Don’t workout every day of the week. Give your body a day or two of rest. Resting does not mean being lazy. On the days you don’t workout, stay active with errands or a walk, keep moving. Allow yourself ample time to sleep as well. Recovery is an extremely important part of being healthy and fit.

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Wellness:WhatDoYouDointheSummertime?

ByKallyEfros

WHEN I WAS A KID, I REMEMBER LOOKING

FORWARD TO SUMMER WITH GREAT ANTICIPATION.

I HAD THREE MONTHS OF NO SCHOOL. I lived out in

the country and summertime meant lazy days and

lots of exploring. I rarely wore shoes. We climbed

trees and ran in the ditches by the fields. We

helped with the family garden, took family

vacations, camped, enjoyed longer days, swam,

slept out on the trampoline, built forts, ate

homemade ice‐cream, went on picnics, watched

fireworks, played baseball, and enjoyed all the

adventures my young mind could imagine. I remember lying on the grass, the trampoline, or up in the

treehouse watching the clouds go by and listening to the different sounds of the birds. It was a time to

explore and get bored. But most important, it was a time to own my world – my back yard. I was the

queen of my realm on some days and on others I was a pirate exploring the desert sea for adventure.

Somewhere in those tween years and early teens, I grew up and had more responsibility. Summers got

shorter and I found myself looking for summer jobs. At 18 years old just after graduating high school, I

remember climbing the fort with my boyfriend saying goodbye to our childhood and contemplating the

future. This summer would be different and our lives would be forever

changed. We had graduated from high school. My boyfriend and I

would be going our separate ways; different colleges and different

paths. Suddenly, we felt as if we had to act as adults and be serious.

Lately it seems that summers have gotten even shorter. The days seem

to be busy with camps, activities and commitments. I find myself in

August wondering where the long days of summer disappeared to. I

don’t see my kids lazily exploring the adventures of our backyard. As a

young mom, I didn’t want my kids to fall behind in school so I joined the

ranks and got “summer workbook” school work for my future Einsteins

to be busy with. Schools began giving reading assignments to be

completed over the summer.



Whatdoessummermeantoyou?Summer is an important time for both rest and

play. It is just as important for your healthy

mental state as it is for the children. There is a

time and season for everything. Humans have

historically lived according to the seasons. Living

with nature and going with the flow of nature

helps us to thrive.

The fall is a time of gratitude, gathering the

harvest and recognizing blessings. It is the season

to finish the chores and transition to winter.

Winter is time to turn inward and slowdown. It is a good time to contemplate. It is a season of shorter

days. It is also a time to celebrate and honor your heritage. Many cultures see winter as the season to

clear out the clutter, especially as you approach the New Year. Winter is ruled by yin energy, which is

restorative and restful. One should slow down, rest and relax.

Spring is the awakening as we transition to the summer. In nature we see the earth waking up. It is

time for new projects and ideas and the sowing of seeds. It is a good time to take stock of your physical

health.

Summer is the season in the northern hemisphere where the sun

is the hottest and the days are the longest. It is a season of light,

fun and a time to enjoy the outdoors. Summer is the fire

element and is ruled by yang energy. It is a time to re‐connect to

your passion. Yang energy is fiery, active energy. Summer is the

time to get things done with all the extra energy the season

brings. Allow yourself to be more active. Connect with the earth

for grounding and balancing. It is natural for us to have a strong

connection with the outdoors in summer and walk barefoot in

the grass, or want to be near or in the water. This is how I

naturally spent my childhood summers. Life felt more balanced

back then.

Balance the extra summer energy with more fluids. Eat lighter meals and enjoy the bounty of fresh

fruit and vegetables. Have fun in the summer and find time to do some extra activities. Don’t over

schedule boring work projects or if you have kids, don’t over book them either. Summer work projects

are okay as long as they don’t overshadow fun. Studies show consistently that rest, relaxation and fun

improve your health. So tap into your inner child and play. Even if you have a regular job, you can still

take time to play by utilizing your weekends and the longer days.



Wellness: Summertime (Continued)

Enjoy greater physical activity,

especially activities you can enjoy

outside like bike riding. Go to the

beach or a lake if you can. Go

camping and sleep under the stars.

Find a new trail to hike. Play games

with the family or with your friends.

Read a new book. Tour your own

region or city. You don’t always

have to leave town to have a

vacation. Pick up a new hobby or

learn something new. Go on a

picnic and play Frisbee or catch.

Camp out in your own back yard.

Roast marshmallows. Sit out on the porch and watch the world go by. Take a day off and just be lazy,

many people have coined the phrase “staycation”. Turn your phone off and be on vacation in your own

home.

Let’s not forget about the value of a personal or family vacation. Whatever your budget, find a way to

work in some time off. In our early days, camping was a

wonderful inexpensive way to vacation. The family

vacation is a great opportunity to make memories that

last a lifetime and to explore the world around you.

These days, families can be so scattered and busy with

school, work, and friends that time together as a family

gets pushed aside. The family vacation is a great time to

reconnect and strengthen those bonds.

Whether you stay home or go on a vacation, have fun

and be active. Walk barefoot in the grass. It turns out

that that is actually a very healthy activity. You’re not a

kid anymore and you can explore the world, not just your

back yard.

Renew yourself this summer. Really enjoy your summer!

Connect to the magic and energy of summer in many

ways. You’ll be glad you did.

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May 6: hCG and Weight Loss, Is It Just Another Fad? We'll give you the scoop on hCG so you can see if it

is just another fad or might be useful for weight loss. There are a ton of fads out there and even some

scams with hCG.

May 13: Book Review ‐ The Heart of the Matter by Dr. Darren Weissman A Simple Guide to

Discovering Gifts in Strange Wrapping Paper. How do you access your authentic self in order to have a

fulfilling and meaningful life? We'll introduce you to a simple but extraordinarily powerful tool called the

See Feel Hear Challenge that will inspire you to easily transform reactive patterns of behavior and

negative ways of thinking into a profoundly balanced and healthy lifestyle of your own conscious design.

May 20: America's Castles You don't have to go to Europe to see great castles, America is dotted with

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May 27: The Digestive System One of the keys for good health is a healthy digestive system. Digestive

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SafeTravelforWomenAbroad

ByK. PaigeEngle

TRAVELING WORLDWIDE FOR BUSINESS OR PLEASURE IS INCREASINGLY

POPULAR AMONG PROFESSIONAL WOMEN. EACH TRAVELER SHOULD KEEP

THE FOLLOWING TIPS IN MIND:

Research Your Destination

Safety and security are crucial when traveling domestically and

internationally, so researching your travel destination is key. Besides the

location, it is important to be familiar with cultural attitudes towards women, especially women

traveling alone. It may be necessary to secure a male traveling companion in some parts of the

world.

Hotel Awareness

Be sure to pick a hotel in a safe neighborhood and/or near your meeting place or visiting office. I always pick a hotel based on the activities that I will be doing during my trip. Obtain essential hotel information and ask if they have a women‐only floor. I also pack a small rubber door stop in my suitcase. As a precaution, never reveal your hotel information (especially your room number); even to business contacts. Meet them in the hotel lobby or restaurant.

Travel Documentation

It is important to have all of your travel itinerary

information printed and/or saved on your mobile

device. Be sure to have a valid passport and /or

visa for travel and keep a copy with you at all

times or in the front desk hotel safe. Having a

backup will make it significantly easier to replace

if it is lost or stolen.

Finances

Always travel with a small amount of local currency and a credit or travel card if you are traveling

internationally. Be sure to alert your banking institution of your travel itinerary and the countries

you will be visiting. I have had the pleasure of being in Hong Kong and having my card denied

because I did not inform them, and let me tell you, the long distance call to my local bank from

Kowloon was not cheap.

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Pack Light

My number one

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and like a local.

A little internet

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latest fashion

trends can go a

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inexpensive

jewelry. Wearing

a wedding ring

can be a good

idea (even if you

aren’t married).

In some cultures

men are more respectful if they think you are married. Being professional and comfortable is

paramount with traveling.

Awareness

Safety should be your primary concern at all times when traveling. Be aware of your surroundings

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bars. Never leave your drink alone. It is advisable to avoid illegal drugs! Stay healthy and check the

status of the local drinking water. Take a guided small group tour if you are traveling alone; it is a

great way to meet new friends. Keep your wits about you and appear confident.

Communication

Be sure to stay in touch with the office, family and friends back home. E‐mail and Skype are

fantastic low cost options as most hotels offer free Wi‐Fi to hotel guests. Carrying an International

telephone with calling services or an exchangeable SIM card will make this easier.

It may cost little more, but having a designated guide, driver or interpreter can make your travel

experience a breeze. If this is not a viable option, attempt to have an assigned contact in the

destination. Shy away from posting your whereabouts on social media like Facebook and Twitter;

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iSHAREAgencySpotlight:“TheMule”

BySherriHenley

AT ISHARE AGENCY, MY FOUNDING PARTNER, CHERYL MALIK AND I ARE GRANTED THE OPPORTUNITY TO

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Sherri: Q: Melvin...Why are you called, "Melvin The Mule?”

Melvin: A: Melvin The Mule is an easy way to associate the MULE and the man and is a social media

friendly name, I hope!

Sherri: Q: What inspired you to create "The Mule?"

Melvin: A: On a visit to Oregon, I was invited on a hike and listened to a lady complain about her

inability to carry hike loads anymore. After a brief discussion, I puzzled why, with the amount of people

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Sherri: Q: Tell us about the capacity of "The Mule."



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Sherri: Q: Are you walking for a cause, and if so...what is your cause?

Melvin: A: My cause is twofold:

1. Raising awareness and support for Veteran's causes.

2. To launch our crowdsource fundraising Kickstarter campaign to begin production of the MULE

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Melvin: A: I became an iSHARE Client by referral to raise awareness of the MULE online.

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Sherri: Q: Can someone buy "The Mule?”

Melvin: A: Yes. Part of the Kickstarter rewards is preorders of the MULE from our initial production run.

Some MULEs can be ordered in custom colors and part of numbered series.

Sherri: Q: What is your long‐term goal for "The Mule?"

Melvin: A: My long term goal for the MULE is the widespread introduction and use, worldwide of the

product, especially in the third world. I believe it will be of extreme utility in an affordable, rugged,

repairable and useful product for the field.

Sherri: Q: How can people find The Mule online?

Melvin: A: Visit my website at www.themule.com and follow me @melvinthemule on Facebook,

Twitter, YouTube, Google+ and Instagram ‐ #MuleWalk

Sherri: Q: When do you plan to walk again?

Melvin: A: Sometime soon in 2015. Visit my website for information about the upcoming #MuleWalk

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NaturalandFine

ByKarenScott

HI, I’M NATURAL AND FINE. SOUNDS LIKE THE OPENING TO A

TWENTY STEP PROGRAM. THE REALITY IS, DEALING WITH FINE

NATURAL HAIR IS A STEP BY STEP PROCESS. Motivation, because you have to be ready to do the work.

Time, because there is no quick fix.

Patience, because results don’t happen overnight.

Re‐evaluation because not everything you try will work for your

hair.

Fine hair is a classification of texture which also includes medium and

thick (coarse). Hair texture is defined by the individual strands. The diameter of the cuticle is the

determining factor as to if the hair is thick (coarse), medium or fine. Now this is not to be confused with

thin hair which refers to specifically to density. Although, both can have similar problems and

vulnerabilities. Fine refers to the number of hairs per square inch. This outcome is usually but not always

influenced genetically. A complete understanding of hair is much more detailed including other traits

like curl pattern and porosity and don’t forget combination hair which is also common. For our purposes

the focus is fine hair because it makes hair more vulnerable and difficult to style and from my

experience maintain. To the left is a visual of

hair strand texture:

Fine hair is delicate and depending on your

curl pattern can also be dry. This hair

texture, believe it or not is quite common.

Dealing with it can be a challenge without a

proper maintenance program. Styling,

managing and maintaining the health of fine

strands is a learning experience.

Okay now, let me clarify, I am not an expert.

I am a work in progress. As I wrote in a

previous reflection; Tight Curlz: A



Transitioning Love Story, “Hair care is a personal journey,

an intimate relationship that is developed over time.”

Frequently we get caught up in the “grass is greener on the

other side” syndrome when it comes to hair. Don’t get me

wrong. Its fine (laugh here). I’ll even add. It’s beautiful

when we compliment each other. Then there is also the

misconception about good hair. You know what I mean, so

and so has good hair. I like remind myself what grandma

always said, “All hair is good hair if it’s healthy.” So let’s

make that our goal, healthy hair.

SomeCommonChallengesforFineHair:smaller diameter makes it weaker and lacking the kind

of additional support of medium or thick (coarse) textures

more vulnerable to the environment, harsh products and daily manipulation

easily weighted down by products

more prone to breakage

lack of volume

frequent frizz

hard water can dry and damage strands

difficult to style, limp and lacking body and bounce

moisture is your friend and foe

easily susceptible to chemical and heat damage

stress

I’m sure you have some challenges you’d like to add, but you get the point. So now that we have

glanced at the dark side of fine hair…time to move toward the light.

There are some aspects to caring for fine hair that provide a healthier outcome. Perhaps even improve

your current hair dilemma.

A commonly overlooked step, consulting a health care provider. When dealing with hair difficulties it’s

important to rule out health issues. Genetics, vitamin and mineral deficiencies are a few things that may

also contribute to changes in hair quality. For example, when getting blood work done, inquire about

vitamin and mineral levels. In some cases even the slightest change can have an impact. Your levels may

be in range and your hair may still react to the difference. It is also important that when you are making

major changes to your diet or adding supplements you first discuss this with your health care provider.

So what to do? Where to begin?

Start a hair journal. Include enough information for a clear indication of what doesn’t work for you.



Natural and Fine (Continued)

From the list below try one new thing at a time, determine if the impact is positive or negative and

proceed accordingly.

Steps to healthier fine hair:

‐ Hydrate ‐ drink plenty water, it keeps hair and skin hydrated. Try giving your hair a spritz of H2O

(water) before bed. Add moisture to the air with a humidifier. It may be a choice between hydrated

hair or frizz, choose hydrated.

‐ Sleep

‐ Ditch the chemicals ‐ when you change the natural structure of your hair with stripping chemicals it

becomes weak. A real deal breaker for fine hair.

‐ Eating a balanced diet makes your hair vibrant.

‐ Use Natural products on hair and skin

‐ Protein ‐ Yes, you need protein after all hair by definition hair is a protein filament that grows from

the follicles. How much needs to be gauged by how your responds.

‐ Biotin ‐ is thought to strengthen hair shaft adding additional protection for fine hair and absorbs

stress.

‐ Shampoo only when necessary, try co‐washing to remove debris and condition the hair. When using

a shampoo make sure it is natural and gentle and doesn’t strip the hair of its natural oils. Dry hair

leads to breakage.

‐ Herbs cleanse the scalp, stimulate circulation, nourish and strengthen the hair follicles. They are

beneficial for all hair types especially fine hair. They can be included in a diet as well as a nourishing

hair rinse. Also look for them in the products you use for your hair. Consider Nettle, Basil, Rosemary,

Lavender, and Horsetail.

• Mucilage: is also found in herbs, it adds conditioning and slip; detangling properties that aids in

the manageability that fine hair needs.

• Flax seeds

• Chia seeds

• Slippery elm

‐ Frigid or cold rinse ‐ seals in moisture, add shine, reduces frizz, smooths and protect strands

‐ Light Natural oils and Butters applied to damp hair nourishes and locks in moisture. Argan, camellia,

jojoba, sweet almond oils work well. As for butters Tress Dress is both light and nourishing.



‐ Handling hair use care to avoid tangles and breakage. Embrace protective hair styles. Minimum

manipulation is key. Comb hair from ends to roots to avoid tangles and knots. Refrain from using

brushes.

‐ Fine Tune as necessary… changes in life cycle and keeping healthy hair involves periodic fine tuning tomaintain a healthy balance.

This next point may make you pause and call me

luny, because I am. Incorporating the lunar cycle

into your hair routine might be something you

want to try. Why, because it works, it does for me.

Faster growing and thicker hair by the lunar

calendar is something that has been used for

centuries. My favorites to check are Farmers

Almanac and the OM Journal.

These are some things I learned along my

continuing hair journey. My hair is healthy, dense,

Natural and Fine!

Keepintouch,letusknowwhatworksforyou.

Sources:

Plonka PM, Handjiski B, Michalczyk D, Popik M, Paus R. Oral zinc sulphate causes murine hair hypopigmentation and is a potent inhibitor of eumelanogenesis in vivo. Br J Dermatol. 2006;155:39–4. [PubMed]

Sivasothy, A. (2011). A Comprehensive Guide to Textured Hair Care. In: The science of black hair: A comprehensive

guide to textured hair care (pp. 50‐54). Stafford, Texas: Saja

Publishing Company llc.

Tenney, L. (1992). Today's Herbal Health (6th ed.). Provo, Utah: Woodland Books.

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Disclaimer: The information contained on this article is intended for expanded knowledge purposes only and is not a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment by a licensed physician.



Post Partum Care with Lavender Essential Oil

By Cari Carraway

I FOUND SOME INTERESTING

RESEARCH THAT DISCUSSED

HOW DURING THE POST

PARTUM PERIOD LAVENDER

ESSENTIAL OIL MAY BENEFIT

AND SOOTHE THE NEW

MOMMY. BEFORE I START

THIS NOT SO PLEASANT

SUBJECT OF EPISIOTOMY

CARE I WANTED TO

MENTION THAT I GET ASKED

ALL THE TIME IF ESSENTIAL

OILS ARE SAFE FOR

PREGNANCY AND

CHILDREN. I always refer everyone back to their healthcare provider, nurse midwife, or obstetrician so

they can discuss alternative options, if someone is looking for a natural and alternative treatment.

I was recently researching essential oils on pubmed and came across a research article that took a look

at support with lavender essential oil, after a very common procedure is done during delivery, which is

called an episiotomy.

An episiotomy is where, an incision is made in the perineal wall to help ease the delivery of the newborn

so that the mother’s perineum does not tear during the forceful pushing and delivery. I had three of

these, with each of my deliveries. OUCH! I was thankful to not tear, but were these ever tender and sore

for about 7‐10 days. Typically you are given ice packs and OTC pads which have witch hazel and lots of

other chemicals to help ease the discomfort, along with numbing spray. I didn’t start using essential oils

until after my 3rd son was born so I wasn’t able to try what this article suggested but I found it very

interesting and wanted to share this information with you.

You can find the research article that discusses healing advantages after an episiotomy with lavender

essential oil here.

Image courtesy of David Castillo Dominici at FreeDigitalPhotos.net



ThisistheabstractfromPubMed:

Episiotomy is the most common perineal incision in obstetric and midwifery. Nowadays

alternative and complementary methods such as Aromatherapy using essential oils are

established as an alternative therapy. This research was carried out to assess the effect of

lavender oil in wound healing. This randomized control trial was conducted on 120 primiparous

women with singleton pregnancy, without any acute and chronic disease and allergy who had

undergone normal spontaneous vaginal delivery and episiotomy. They were randomly allocated

in case and control groups. Case group received lavender oil and controls received povidone-

iodine. Incision sites were assessed on the 10th day postpartum. 25 out of 60 women in lavender

group and 17 mothers in control group had no pain (p = 0.06). There was no significant

difference between two groups in surgery site complications. However, redness in lavender

group was significantly less than

controls (p < 0.001).

This study suggests application of

lavender essential oil instead of

povidone‐iodine for episiotomy wound

care.

SoothingNaturally

Using lavender essential oil in the post‐

partum period may be a great option

for this temporary issue. It got me

thinking that it would have been nice

to have a more natural way to help

ease this discomfort when I went

through this. I currently use a spray

bottle with essential oils for lots of

things around my house for the people

in my house. What if you added some

organic witch hazel along with organic

aloe vera (both known for their

soothing properties) and some Young

Living lavender essential oil



Post‐Partum Care (Continued)

(because this is my preferred brand)? You could then use this natural version in place of the other OTC

treatments most post‐partum momma’s are given to help ease this discomfort of an episiotomy during

the healing period?

PostPartumSoothingSpray

Start with an 8 oz. glass spray bottle and add:

2 oz. Purified Water

3 oz. Witch Hazel

1‐ 1/2 oz. Aloe Vera Gel

10 drops Young Living Lavender Essential Oil

Spray on perineum as needed or after voiding.

PostPartumCoolingPack

Did you ever use an ice pack after delivery? Icepacks can of course help numb and reduce swelling to the

perineal area and for me and were very comforting. You could prepare ahead of time, an essential oil

infused cooling pack for when you return home. Use the same recipe as the “soothing spray” and pour

over an infant diaper, place in a freezer bag and freeze. Apply as needed. Brrrrr, but Aaaah all at the

same time. I’m guessing the above recipe would make maybe 4 or 5 cooling packs.

Whenyoutrythis,Iwouldlovetohearhowitworks!

Wishing you a more comfortable recovery after your little one arrives.

This is my obligatory disclaimer: The information on this website is based upon my research and personal

use of Young Living Essential Oils. I am not a doctor. Products and techniques mentioned are not

intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease and they have not been evaluated by the FDA.

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VRITTI PASRICHA IS BUILDING A BUSINESS IN

INDIA THAT IS ECOLOGICALLY FORWARD AND

BUILDS INCOME FOR WOMEN WHO FIND IT

DIFFICULT TO WORK ALL DAY IN A FACTORY AND

HAVE THEIR CHILDREN TENDED DURING THE

LONG WORK DAY. Vritti Designs consists of

various textiles and non‐textiles products

under Dhaani (textiles and ready to wear

clothing for men, women, and children), Potli

(various facets of India and traditional Indian

art in form of handicrafts), and Ida (a wide

range of certified organic products‐ Cereals, Pulses, Baby Food, Spices, Snacks, Dry Fruits and Ready to

eat products).

In her factory in Mumbai, India, Pasricha directs the various artisans that work on her projects. For her

scarves alone she uses block printing, hand dying, Ajrakh Print, digital print, and hand weaving. For that

variety of methods, she utilizes the best in each field which then requires that her scarves are sent to

various parts of India for completion.

Pasricha worked in the garment corporate sector and in the factories. She realized that many chemicals

are used in the process

of making garments;

and each chemical

affects human being

health and the

environment. So, in

May 2012, she decided

that she would do her

own part by bringing

organic and/or eco‐

friendly practices in

this industry within

India. Taking the extra

step to support

handloom weavers and

other artisans for their

own livelihood and the



result also supports Indian artisan heritages.

Her fabrics that utilize the organic and eco‐friendly

methods include Khadi fabric (Cloth that is primarily

woven from Hemp and may also include silk, or wool,

which are all spun into yarn on a spinning wheel called

a charkha.), handspun yarn, weaving done by hand,

nettle from the Himalayan range. The artisans work

individually, and then return the finished project. In

some cases, the item may then go to another artisan to

apply the next step. As in the case of a hand woven

fabric that then has hand sewn embroidery work

applied.

There are some projects that require a machine, digital

prints on modal or wool; which are then sewn by

women who are experts in that art.



Making a Difference in India

(Continued)

She has an Etsy site for some of her

pieces for individuals that would like

to make purchases. Though, most of

her business is from the USA, New

Zealand, Australia, and Canada.

Designers from Australia and the

United States contract her for the

production of their designs, or to

provide the add‐on embroidery. She

also takes wholesale orders for

boutiques. www.vrittidesigns.com

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THE NETWORKING GROUP, TALK

SHOPPE, HELD IN MEMPHIS TN,

HELD A MONTH LONG ONCE A WEEK

SEMINAR ON THE HOW TO’S FOR

SEEKING A JOB. One of the classes

was on image. Two students

from The University of Pheonix

were chosen to receive a

makeover. Lisa McGhee, who is

striving to be in business

administration needed color in her look. Marva Ballard, designer for MG Ballard Designs, outfitted

McGhee in a tunic and pencil skirt with a ruana wrap in a burnt orange to complement her Warm Tawny

skin tone. Multiple necklaces and a coordinating wrist cuff from Permier Jewelry completed the

wardrobe fix. McGhee’s skin is flawless and she wears very little makeup, Carolyn Bendall, makeup

artist used Your True Colours lipstick in Playful (a copper brown) to give her lips a hint of color.

Kosandra Weaver, hairstylist at Gould’s Spa and Salon in Collierville TN, treated McGhee to subtle

highlights in her dark brown hair to add dimension. She then used a flat iron to create very tight curls

that would hold a few days with hair spray. Weaver also waxed McGhee’s brows creating an open eye

and a more polished look.



David Loggins, who is preparing to enter the real estate field, needed a more business‐like image.

Carolyn Bendall, Image Consultant, took him to Jos. A. Bank

(Oak Court in Memphis TN), to create an easy to care for look.

To truly spotlight his Cool Violet skin tone, Bendall chose a blue

plaid tailored‐fit wool sportcoat. A fine line purple Traveler

spread color shirt with a Signature paisley tie. For the flair of

fashion a navy blue vest and a silk pocket square was added to

the ensemble. Simple black Traveler plain front khaki’s in black.

Bendall showed a Traveler button down collar shirt that would

match the jacket; and a golf polo shirt that could be worn for a

more casual look.



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CoolSkinTones

Hair color is just as important when in relation to

one’s skin tone as makeup and clothes. Cool

Blondes, Cool Brunettes, and Cool Reds can all be

highlighted with warmer colors, but the overall color

should always be warm.

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WarmSkinTones

Warm skin tones have a bit more difficult

time with adding cool highlights. For warm

blondes it may look like gray. It takes a skilled

colorist to know how to balance the base

color and highlight color when mixing warm

and cool. Warm Tawny’s do not have a

‘blonde’ on their chart (in layman’s terms).

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You can purchase the outfit from the website, taking you

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they are just getting started and it is a fun way to shop on

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Men can also make their own choices, with a male model.

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FromConcepttoGarment:TheresaOnwuka

NEEDLE POINT SHOP IS A LIFESTYLE BRAND CONCEIVED BY THERESA ONWUKA. IT

IS DEFINED BY HER LOVE FOR AFRICAN CULTURE AND FASHION. Onwuka focuses

in the creation of contemporary ready‐to‐wear clothes in African print,

distinguished by the use of high quality prints and embellishments to create

timeless pieces that transcend seasons. She caters to the personal style needs

of her clientele of varied ages, who seek to be effortlessly stylish, elegant and comfortable in their

clothes.

Founded as a hobby in 2006, Onwuka relaunched Needle Point in 2010 with the opening of its flagship

store in Ikoyi, Lagos, Nigeria. Onwuka’s passion is making women look amazing in her timeless pieces.

According to her, "It's all about adding that touch of effortless chic to every piece."

Onwuka is quite spiritual and feels inspired by God with the ideas that flow through her creative

prowess. Prayer brings her closer to the inspirations that are around her in nature and man. She begins

by imagining the new creation in her mind. For the Cruise 2014 line she had wanted to include linen,

and took that to the images in her mind. The next step is to put that image onto paper, to be turned

over to the in‐house pattern‐maker. The sample

is then created in her size. As she wears the

garment she notices whether there are some

slight changes that may need to be created,

working closely with her pattern‐maker during

this step is key for making sure the structure of

the garment will make the possibilities come to

life.

The corrections are made, and the sample

adjusted; then another evaluation of the piece.

When Onwuka is completely pleased and the

pattern‐maker agrees with the viability of

structure of the garment the pattern is created.

Fabric choices for the collection is then

determined. Followed by the printing on the

fabric and final details involved. The production

phase is carried out in Onwuka’s own factory that

has increased from a staff of 3 in 2011, to a staff

of 13 going into the 2015 seasons.Designer, Theresa Onwuka



The model is chosen after the collection is finished. She has to fit the story/look of the collection. When

the runway models are chosen, the same criteria is applied because Onwuka feels that the model’s

personality must come out on the stage and in the photos through the garments. The garment then

works in tandem with the model to relay the real look and feel of the line.

Every line has a trait that sets them apart from the others within the market, and NeedlePoint is no

different. Onwuka consistently uses Ankara (block African print) that is usually embellished with beads,

semi‐precious stones, and crystals. The beadwork is manually done with time spent on a piece ranging

from 5 to 40 hours. The pieces are timeless and will keep the wearer in style for years to come.



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dolls with “age appropriate body shapes.” What is

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can stand on her own two feet – an invaluable life

skill for all girls, big and small. Each set has her own

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AgeAppropriate Lottie is all about doing many of the

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is not concerned with growing up too

quickly. Lottie doesn’t wear make‐up, high‐

heels or jewelry.



EthnicallyDiverseLottie dolls come in a range of diverse eye, hair and skin colors.

Relatable#justlikemeLottie wears the kind of clothes that kids wear in real‐life, whether that is pretty party dresses, hard‐

wearing clothes and boots to get muddy outdoors, sportswear or fun dress‐up costumes! Lottie is doing

all the activities that ‘real’ kids do; be they ‘girly’ activities like ballet, or imaginary tea parties, getting

muddy outdoors, being sporty and active, as well as robot‐ building projects, to stargazing and fossil‐

hunting. Imaginative dress‐up play too, whether as a Queen or a pirate or superhero. Lottie represents

all the positive, different facets of childhood, without limitation.

TactileFabricandHairLottie’s hair is made from premium quality Saran, which has a wax component and a silky texture which

means it does not tangle or knot. Lottie’s clothing is composed of tactile fabric, with great attention to

detail, and has Velcro fastenings, easy to dress and undress.

BendableKneesLottie encourages children to be active and

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DIYSkirt:WalkingonSunshine!

ByKatieRustin

WHEN I WOKE UP THIS ONE PARTICULAR MORNING, IT WAS

RAINING, OVERCAST AND JUST GROSS OUT. I had plans to make

Superman capes with Little Buddy and have a fun adventure

outside.

Guess that

wasn’t going

to happen...

At about 3, I

walked

outside and

it was

absolutely

beautiful. My

yellow

flowers were

wide open

and happily

soaking up

some

sunshine. I ran inside to find something to remake.

Something yellow, something yellow, something

yellow…

I settled on this men's yellow shirt. It is made of cotton with a little bit of texture.

I knew I wanted to make a skirt so I chopped off the top of the shirt.



And then sewed the flaps on the bottom together.

When I cut the shirt, it wasn't a straight line. You have to make a straight line or the skirt will pucker weird on the side. You really need to make a line from the top to almost the bottom. I didn't and it was weird puckering so I had to go back and change

I sewed over the raw edge at the top.

I pinned this skirt about 6 different ways because I couldn't figure out what to do. Do I want pleats? Do I want an elastic waist??? I'll try elastic? I grabbed this 10cent roll of elastic that I purchased at a Church Yard Sale forever ago. *Church Yard Sales are my favorite because they alwayshave TONS of craft/sewing supplies and they are always very well priced. The people are generally really nice too



Instead of putting the elastic at the top, I offset it. This will give the waist band a ruffled look. *Hopefully*

I always pin in halves. Pin the middle of the front. Then the sides, then the middle in‐betweens. When sewing with elastic, be patient.

The yellow and white flowers still look

so pretty so I paired this yellow ruffle

skirt with a white top.

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AromatherapyforBeauty

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BEAUTY IS MORE THAN SKIN DEEP. WHAT YOU EAT AND DRINK, HOW YOU TAKE CARE OF YOUR BODY ANDHOW YOU CLEANSE YOUR SKIN ALL AFFECT YOUR GENERAL WELL BEING. To ensure that you face the world looking as good as possible might mean examining what you eat and making changes to help your skin from within. This means drinking lots of water, herbal teas, eating lots of fresh fruits and vegetables, and whole grains. Eliminating or reducing salt, alcohol, fried foods, red meat and sugars will also help the skin retain its natural glow. It's also vital to get plenty of fresh air and sufficient exercise, avoid smoking and reduce stress to aid in having healthy, beautiful skin.

Once your skin care has been tackled from the inside, it's time to consider how essential oils can be used to improve complexion and help with specific skin conditions.

Essential oils have been used for beauty purposes for centuries. Scientific research has shown that certain essential oils, such as rose, neroli, lavender and frankincense, stimulate the regeneration of healthy new skin cells. Some essential oils are rejuvenating to the skin, restore vitality and regulate capillary activity. Therefore, it is worthwhile to incorporate them into your skin care routine.



Sowhichessentialoilsarebeneficialforyourskintype?

Normal skin ‐ If you have more or less normal skin, you can use almost any essential oils in your skin care products. Although you might want to avoid the spice oils as they may cause you skin irritation. Some recommended oils for you include: chamomile, rose otto, rose absolute, lavender, geranium, neroli, rosewood and palmarosa.

Dry and sensitive skin ‐ If you suffer from dry and sensitive skin, the best essential oils for you to use in your skin care products are: geranium, rose geranium, rose, sandalwood, chamomile, neroli, ylang ylang, palmarosa and patchouli.

Oily and combination skin ‐ If you're looking to balance your oil and/or combination skin, look for these essential oils in your products: lemon, bergamot, juniper, lime, geranium, cypress, rose geranium, mandarin, orange, sandalwood, neroli, cedarwood and lavender.

Mature skin ‐ Mature skin can benefit from essential oils such as: rose, neroli, frankincense, myrrh, patchouli, lavender, palmarosa, geranium, rose geranium and sandalwood.

Eczema or dermatitis ‐ If you suffer from these skin conditions, you might want to look for these essential oils in your skin care: bergamot, cedarwood, geranium, lavender, chamomile and sandalwood.

So when you're looking for new skin care products to add to your daily routine, try to find ones with some of the essential oils mentioned above according to your skin type and you will have the added benefit of aromatherapy when you cleanse, exfoliate or moisturize. Make sure the products specify that actual essential oils are used as the synthetic fragrances do not provide any aromatherapy benefits at all.

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Napier “Tangle Gold” Ad 1968



TheSummerof1968:ACulturalLookatFashionandJewelry

By Melinda Lewis

THE SIXTIES MAY CONJURE UP IMAGES OF THE HAIGHT-ASHBURY, HIPPIES, ROCK & ROLL AND

FLOWER POWER, BUT BOTH FASHION AND JEWELRY WERE MORE THAN AN EXPRESSION OF

TUNING IN, TURNING ON, AND DROPPING OUT—AND FAR MORE THAN JUST HIPPIE BEADS,HEADBANDS AND AFGHANI FASHIONS. IN FACT, THE ACTUAL HIPPIE MOVEMENT INVOLVED A

SMALL FRACTION OF FOLKS FROM AROUND THE COUNTRY.

UNREST

In 1968, the country had experienced the terrible loss of Martin Luther King and Robert Kennedy. The civil rights movement was in full force. Protests, such as that held by the “Yippie” movement, in August of ’68 (during the Chicago Democratic National Convention), shocked the nation. These events challenged the moral fabric of the country and were far from the 1967 peaceful ideals shared during the “summer of love.”

A SEARCH FOR NOSTALGIA

In the midst of chaos covered by the media, fashion quietly turned to nostalgic inspiration for clothing and adornment. The mini‐skirt faded in popularity as skirt lengths fell, and the maxi‐skirt, similar in length to that during the Edwardian period came into fashion. A longing for romanticism was expressed by Victorian lace, Edwardian silhouettes, and big hats. Exoticism was explored by Eastern and Indian influences and a desire to reconnect to the country’s roots was reflected in the jewelry and fashion with elements borrowed from the Native American culture and the Wild West. Even 1920s nostalgia was given a name with the “Deco” revival movement spurred by the publication of historian Bevis Hillier first book on the subject: Art Deco of the '20s and '30s.

THE FASHION SILHOUETTE

The fashion silhouette varied as the 1960s represented a time of self‐expression. The late 1960s did adopt elements of the counter‐culture style, the mini still had its presence, but fashion also offered an abundance choices. The paradigm to be self‐expressive by defining individual style was omnipresent. Loungewear, Turkish pajamas, Napoleonic collars, jumpsuits, tunics worn as dresses or tops, were just some of the fashion styles present during 1968. Women’s fashions ranged from

extremely feminine to decidedly sharp and angular. The miniskirt most known for the sixties

Chain and pendant 1968, by Napier ‐‐Swarovski's "Designer

of the Year" award.



Napier “Tangle Gold” Ad 1968



Summer of 1968 (Continued)

plummeted as styles took a more romantic nature. By 1968, Paris dominated

the fashion scene in styles ranging

from “Napoleon styles (a transitional

period of self‐expression), Edwardian

delicacy, to “Moroccan” chic according

to style experts.

Mosaic plaids became a staple for most American women in rich color tones accented by long pendant necklaces such as those created by Accessocraft. Floral coat dresses were accented with large geometric earrings and wrap dresses in faux suede displayed an abundance of fringe. Where a

ruffled blouse covered the neck and chest‐‐earrings and large rings dominated the accessorizing. Delicate crepes called for large dramatic earrings against sleek hair. The iconic set by Trifari called L’Orient made its way to complement the fashions of the East.

JEWELRY TRENDS

1968 was the year of the bracelet, followed by giant earrings and fantasy necklaces. Multi layers of golden chain bracelets, some adorned with babbles, were a go‐to‐fashion accessory. Coro and Monet, in particular, filled the fashion editorials with thick linked accessories, and proponents of the Napoleonic fashions favored chain bracelets as the perfect accessory.

Plastic jewelry was still popular when worn with mod paisley prints such as those made by Sant’ Angelo displaying a laminated three‐dimensional design or a simple single‐layer design incorporated into a large hard resin cuff. However, the background pallet for plastics was not always a spectrum of color to sport a large fabulous piece; as exampled by a simple, clear Hattie Carnegie “armband” in an early 1968 fashion editorial.

Over‐sized bauble‐style earrings and bracelets in mixed‐metal tones by Robert Originals made a fashion statement and reflected

a new trend of using two to three metal colors in a jewelry design. Napier introduced tri‐colored pieces into its line featuring metal chains plated with rhodium,

Pendant Earrings c. 1960s by Napier

Rhinestone Cocktail Ring, c. 1960s by Napier

Pre‐Inca costume ring, c. 1968‐1969 by Napier featured in Vogue.

Flexible link bracelet, c. 1960s by Napier.



Summer of 1968 (Continued)

gold, and black‐silver plate. Some of the most exciting sculptural designs for 1968 were those by Isreali designer Giora Novak and Italian‐born Giorgio Sant’ Angelo. Both used aluminum in new ways. Novak designed highly polished futuristic pieces, and Sant’ Angelo’s jewelry embodied an old‐world hand wrought appearance. Summer of 1968 (Continued)

Hair designs moved away from big hair and hair pieces to a cleaner silhouette while occasionally allowing the wild hair of former years should the fashions call for it. This sleeker, kempt look allowed for large fantasy earrings to embolden the frame of the face.

Fantasy necklaces by such jewelry icons Stanley Hagler, Gripoix, and Kenneth J. Lane made a lasting impression and are greatly sought after by collectors today. However, when the fashion called for a necklace, long chains or chains and pendants were commonplace.

In summary, 1968 was a year of reflection, romance and the beginning a transition. The country was ripe for change, peace and romantic nostalgia and fashion started to pave the way toward a new era..

Melinda L. Lewis is the author of The Napier Co.: Defining 20th Century American Costume Jewelry, Life By Design Publishing, 2013. As a jewelry historian, she has been involved with the online vintage costume jewelry community for the last 14 years, with a focus on The Napier Co. over the past 11 years. http://www.vintagejewelrycollect.com

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Our lineup for May:

May 4: Karen Scott, Vangaleens:

May 11: Musician, Chris Hill

May 18: Author, Manuela Melton, The Old Ones

May 25: No Show, Memorial Day

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ChrisHill:ABlendofCountryandRock,withSomeMemphis

Blues

ByCarolyn Bendall

PhotosProvidedbyChrisHill

CHRIS HILL IS SON OF A

MUSICIAN, AND GREW UP IN

MEMPHIS AROUND MUSIC.

Hill is 28 years old, owner of

his own remodeling

company, and carries the

title of musician.

Sports dominated his young

mind until at the ripe old age

of 12 a band at church

needed a bass player. Hill

was self‐taught on the bass

guitar, so he joined the Praise

Band; playing bass and

singing backup.

By age 16 he had mastered

the guitar, too, and was now

the lead singer of a rock

band. This band took him to

restaurants and bowling

alleys. And, prepared him for

his own band at age 18, Page

13. Where he now was

writing his own songs. Page



13 covered songs, and played Hill’s original songs, which landed

them the opportunity of a lifetime, a spot on MTV’s Spring Break

special in Cancun Mexico.

Following his Father’s advice, “Don’t put music out until you have

something you are really proud of,” Hill maintained his standards

within the rock band. No cussing in the songs, and uplifting

subjects led him to bigger opportunities. His style developed with

a bit of contemporary rock melded with Christian rock, and hint

of Memphis blues.

“I write music because I want it to relate to everyone,” Hill says about his writing style. Staying true to

the ‘no cussing’ he writes touching love songs now. His CD that he waited on putting together because

of his Father’s advice, is named A True Story, because that is what it is…his true story through song.

When asked about the single that would be released from the CD, he confessed he turned to social

media to make that decision. Asking his Facebook followers what their favorite song was on the CD that

should be released proved fruitless. Each person listed several songs rather than just one, leading to a

tie for several songs. So, he is still contemplating which song will be the release!

He has just traveled to

Nashville for a concert

there, and has a trip to New

York City planned, with

more cities coming. He has

already booked a 5 city

Festival Tour in the

summer. That remodeling

company that was his main

source of income has now

turned him into a

contractor where he

contracts out the work that

needs to get done.

Definitely a sign that his

music career will soon be

his main source of income,

following in the footsteps

of his father.

Connect with Chris Hill on

Facebook.

it’s not for sissies A MEMOIR BY MARIE PIZANO

According to Marie Pizano, the word “no”

is not in her vocabulary. She simply

says, “I Can” and “I Will”. Her

memoir, From Barefoot to Stilettos tells

the story of her life thus far, from her

childhood days of living on food stamps,

gangs and double-dutching on the streets

of south-side Chicago to surviving a life

changing accident, moving to Memphis

and living a trophy-wife life, dealing with

the mean girls, the monster-in-law, panic

attacks, becoming a mother, to her post-

divorce years and defeating the odds of

building an entertainment powerhouse, all

while rediscovering herself, her life, and

her power. Through explorations of her

own past and present tense, Marie

reflects on how the sum of her trials and

triumphs shaped her into the empowered

woman she became during her incessant

quest to find her “yes.” ...

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