New York

It's time to head down to the city for some urban inspiration. I'm taking full advantage of my sons' week long camping trip with friends to get away and meet with some old friends and colleagues of my own. And if it's not completely insane, I WILL try to attend the very last day of the Alexander McQueen show at the Met. Always a whirlwind. Our Bristol shop will be closed on Monday August 8, and Tuesday August 9. Please just call with any questions as I will be checking in: 401-396-9194. Back in Bristol Wednesday morning.

Manchester By The Sea

Oliveira Textiles joined Francesca Joy/PB yesterday, August 1 for another lovely seaside trunk show. Heidi and Kailee Wilson were the hosts and I must say completely gracious and helpful. Thank you both very much for inviting us into your home. I knew it would be a wonderful evening when I walked in and saw that adorable sofa upholstered in our seaweed green Anemone. And we had never met or exchanged aquaintances till yesterday…now that's serendipity.

Alexander McQueen at The Metropolitan Museum of Art / NYC

I am hearing that this Alexander McQueen show is just not to be missed. I for one am going to try very hard to get to the Met by August 7th. Link below to a wonderful video posted on the Met's website. Special thanks to my friend Suzanne Cohn for reminding me about how truly wonderful this show is and the importance of McQueen's work.

http://blog.metmuseum.org/alexandermcqueen/about/

Cool UK Clothing Co. - Great Sustainability Message

Good morning. I just want to share this link. A wonderful UK Eco-Clothing company called Rapanui has swapped links with Oliveira Textiles….Terrific website, hip, casual fashion…award winning environmental achievements. . We're honored to be one of their Eco-Friends.

www.rapanuiclothing.com

Great Local Press

Thank you Leigh Medeiros for a wonderful article about our new little shop.

http://bristol-warren.patch.com/articles/new-shop-brings-non-toxic-textiles-to-bristol#photo-6674894

Summer Style Trunk Show Success

Thank you FrancescaJoyPB for inviting Oliveira Textiles to join you last night for a wonderful evening of summer style. And big thanks to The Rhodes family for being such gracious hosts. You have a lovely home. Our pillows looked beautiful!

We hope you enjoy your new Anemone Deck Chairs!!

Happy 4th of July from Bristol.

Warmest,

Dawn Oliveira

Trunk Show Thursday, June 30,2011

This Thursday, June 30, Oliveira Textiles and Francesca Joy/Palm Beach get together in Providence RI for our first collaborative Trunk Show. A night of shopping and summer style.

FJ Totes and OT Pillows and accessories.

The show will be graciously hosted by:

Chris and Sam Rhodes. 64 Barnes St. Providence, RI 02906

I will post more info later today for all local design enthusiasts.

Shop on Etsy for all OT products!!

Oliveira Textiles on Martha's Vineyard

Oliveira Textiles is thrilled to be represented by Tracker Home Decor - Edgartown, Martha's Vineyard. We are their first collection of all organic fabrics-very exciting! "Tracker Home Décor incorporates the creative talents of interior designer John Murphy, the retailing skills of Helen Koch, and the workroom genius of Scott Patterson. “It’s a great recipe for success,” John says.

Tracker is located at: Pease's Point way South, Edgartown, 508-627-8725

http://vineyardstyle.com/marthas-vineyard.php/14/Tracker-Hom

Treehugger post today - sea creatures

These little sea creatures are my inspiration but climate change is affecting them.

See article today on Treehugger and check out these beautiful images.

http://www.treehugger.com/files/2011/06/amazing-tide-pool-creatures-face-looming-threat-of-climate-change-pics.php?campaign=daily_nl

Dawn

Phidiana hiltoni, an invasive sea slug; Image via wikipedia

Photo via Ed Bierman via Flickr CC

Photo by jurvetson via Flickr CC