Spring Scarf: Ombre Animal Print

While the creature that might have inspired this design doesn't exist in the wild, the pattern on this gauzy cotton scarf will appeal to animal-print lovers of all ages.

The tones of cream, black and gray ombre give the pattern a versatile sophistication. This is the kind of scarf you just toss on, improvise the drape, and look great every time you wear it.

Animal print cotton scarf - $18.50

Spring Fever & 50% Off

If you live in Seattle and didn't already have Spring Fever, you certainly must have it now after the gorgeous, sunny Sunday we just experienced. This was the view from my table at the Shilshole Bay Beach Club. Who knew we had palm trees in Ballard? I was there for a terrific Yelp event.

Speaking of spring, here's some bright colorful product we have in stock that will brighten any gray day. Above, snap coin purses in bright colors with black and white floral embellishments. $18 each.

 Colorful cotton scarves take the chill off and add pop to any outfit. $18.50 each.

Cotton candy pink knee socks with mustaches. Put these on in the morning, and your are guaranteed to have a great day! $8.50 a pair.

If you're tempted by any of these goodies, you can save this week. Print the Yelp Passport to Ballard here, bring the Laura Bee Designs page to our shop and save. The offer is Buy One Get One 50% Off anything readymade in our shop. Thanks Yelp!

Warm Aqua and Cool Blue Ornate Earrings

The pumped up size of these Victorian-inspired earrings makes them appeal to the modern fashionista. This pair is warm antique gold with a gorgeous aqua stone.

This version of the same design have a blackened silver finish with a cool blue stripey stone.

Vintage-inspired earrings by Ollipop - $26 pair.

Introducing the Clara Wristlet

A few years back cell phones were getting smaller, as flip phones were all the rage. The advent of smart phones means that we need more space to carry our portable electronics..

I have a Droid X, which is possibly the big daddy smart phone in measurements. Larger than the iPhone, it tucks easily into the exterior back pocket of the Clara wristlet (above).

I road-tested a Clara on vacation recently and loved having the phone separate from my cash, room card, and lipstick, which I stashed in main pouch. Our mini wallets tuck beautifully into this compact design.

Clara made of espresso pebble faux suede with red bird ribbon, $44. Matching mini wallet $14. Available in our Seattle store or via email.

Valentine's Cards for Everyone You Love

I took this quick picture with my phone so that I could show you the adorable Valentine's Day cards that we have this year. Hand screen-printed by the folks at Great Arrow in Buffalo, New York, each card is like a tiny work of art. The ink has a luminous, velvety quality that I haven't seen anywhere else.

This front of this card and a big thumbprint character with the words, "Happy Valentine's Day," on the front. The inside reads, "From thumbbody who loves you!" We have several other styles available, both for romantic love as well as friendship.

PS - We will be open this Monday, Valentine's Day, for last minute shoppers. (You know who you are!) Our hours will be Noon to 6 pm.

Sweet Weekend Away

2011-02-05_16-17-48_269, originally uploaded by Laura Bee Seattle.

Pamper Yourself for Free (I'll Be There!)

I'm excited to tell you that we've been invited to participate in a sweet and lovely (and free!) shindig in Ballard. Click on the image above to learn more. Hosted by our neighbors at Creation Dentistry over on 15h Ave NW, the event is Thursday, February 10th from 4 to 8 pm.