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Have you ever dreamed of celebrating Christmas Eve with the Steelers? If so, this year you might be able to make that dream a reality. Longstanding high-end Downtown retailer Larrimor‘s is giving away two tickets to the December 24th game against the St. Louis Rams!

To enter, all you have to do is visit Larrimor’s on Facebook, become a fan, and leave a comment on their wall answering the following question: In a dream world, what one person would you bring with you to the game and why? Larrimor’s will provide the tickets, but can’t guarantee your dream guest. Fans are already dreaming up the perfect game next to their best friends, military husbands and in one case Johnny Depp. The winner will be selected at random, but why not be creative with your answer? There’s no harm in dreaming!

Entries will be accepted until Wednesday, December 14th at noon. The winner will be announced on Thursday, December 15th on Larrimor’s Facebook page. Good luck!

But I am also happy to share this event on Monday – which is another great collaboration – 3 local vintage businesses, Daffodil Vintage, Red Pop Shop, Crazy Hot Clothes are teaming up to throw a fashion show.  Each of these businesses operates online from their homes here in Pittsburgh so this is a rare chance to check out their goods in person.  All of this is also for a great cause – the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank.

So come on down to the Union Project on Monday evening – check out some amazing recycled fashion and gifts, support local businesses.  There will be cookies and you can pretend to laugh at my jokes too – I am honored to be the master of ceremonies for this event (I will be spending the weekend brushing up my fashion vocabulary).  The music will be excellent as DJ Gordy will be making the music selections for the evening.

Fashion for Food
at The Union Project, 801 N. Negley Avenue
Monday, December 6, 2010 7:00-9:00
Fashion show begins at 7:30
Suggested Donation $2 and please bring a non-perishable food item for the food bank
Music by DJ Gordy
Facebook Event Page – http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=168516866512554

Clothes and Gifts from (If you can’t make the fashion show or can’t wait for the show you can shop all of these stores online

• Daffodil Vintage – http://www.etsy.com/shop/daffodilvintagepgh
• Crazy Hot Clothes – http://www.crazyhotclothes.com
• Red Pop Shop – http://www.etsy.com/shop/redpopshop

Here is a selection of items from Daffodil Vintage and Red Pop Shop’s Etsy stores – all of these items are available online.

‘Fashion For Food (Vintage Fashions and Housewares)’

white and gold meta… daffodilvintag… $20.00	Vintage Glass Poins… redpopshop $12.00	emerald dress, size… daffodilvintag… $40.00	Three Holiday / Win… redpopshop $10.00
Large Vintage Egg N… redpopshop $15.00	black party dress w… daffodilvintag… $40.00	1983 Ceramic Vase w… redpopshop $7.00	Authentic Oleg Cass… daffodilvintag… $70.00
corduroy riding jac… daffodilvintag… $40.00	Vintage Florida Wal… redpopshop $5.00	beaded rosebud clut… daffodilvintag… $60.00	Vintage Wine Decant… redpopshop $10.00
Vintage Georgian Go… redpopshop $30.00	gold and brown text… daffodilvintag… $40.00	1971 Mille Bornes F… redpopshop $9.00	lightning print lon… daffodilvintag… $20.00

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Who wouldn’t want to win two free tickets to a Steelers game? Luckily for us, Pittsburgh shopping institution Larrimor’s is giving away two tickets to the December 12th Steelers vs. Bengals game.  All you have to do to enter is visit Larrimor’s on Facebook, become a fan, and leave a comment on their wall saying which Steeler you think desperately needs a fashion makeover! So far the most popular responses are Big Ben, and up until yesterday, Jeff Reed (even though he’s not an official Steeler anymore, he could still use some style help).

You have until midnight on Sunday, December 5th to enter and the winner will be announced via Facebook on December 6th. If you win, we’d be happy to be your date!

Owner, Karsten Chorus

time). Karsten quickly became one of my favorite people to visit because of his appreciation of

fashion and his great selection of European shoes. During one of those first visits I bought myfavorite pair of flat black knee boots with an optional rhinestone attachment. Trust me, they’re fabulous!

A few months ago I was so happy to find out that Karsten would be moving Bondstreet Shoes up to Walnut Street for a prime spot in the former Cosmetique Destefino space. I was even happier to see that he brought his signature streamlined and chic European style into the space.

Karsten, who is originally from Germany, exclusively carries the Llyod Germany line that features shoes and boots for men and women. I found out that Bondstreet Shoes is the only independent boutique in the whole world to carry the Lloyd women’s collection, the only other place it is available is through Lloyd flagship stores. Bondstreet also has the largest selection of the men’s collection other than Lloyd flagship stores. So, if you didn’t think Pittsburgh had any exclusive European designers, think again!

In addition to many of the classic must-have styles, Bondstreet also carries some more fashion forward options, like a feathered black suede peep-toe bootie. Of course we all know boots of every shape, size and style are in this year but the style that seems to be popping up the most for women is suede ankle boots with cut outs or peep toes. You’ll find plenty of options here. Wondering how to brave Pittsburgh weather in cut out boots? Just add tights in classic black or a fun color or pattern.

If for some crazy reason you aren’t in the mood for shoe shopping, Bondstreet also carries some accessories like scarves and great handbags.

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This is the first of a local shopping series written by Tori Mistick for IheartPGH. Read more of Tori’s love of fashion on her blog, EcoFashionistas.

While you’re lamenting the loss of those hot days and awful sunburns of summer 2010, you might come across some sweaters or jeans that just don’t fit anymore or perhaps that cute wool skirt doesn’t look as cute as it did last year. Be sure to save those items for the Redd Up Thread Up, a community clothing swap to benefit the Women’s Center & Shelter of Greater Pittsburgh.

Take your donations to the WYEP Community Broadcast Center Nov 1-5 and come to the Redd Up Thread Up on Saturday, November 6 from 12-5pm to discover “new” treasures and mingle with your neighbors.

Local craft all-stars from the Pittsburgh Craft Collective and the I Made It! Market will be there providing upcycling demos to help you jazz up your old duds.

If you donate at least one bag of clothing, you’ll receive one free event tote bag, printed by Commonwealth Press, to “shop” at the event. Additional tote bags can be purchased for $5. 100% of the proceeds from Redd Up Thread Up will go to the Women’s Center & Shelter.

Please spread the word to your friends, neighbors, Facebook friends, blog readers, hipster relatives, FedEx delivery guy, and that cute guy you meet at the bar this weekend.

Community + Good Cause + Clothing + Crafting + Tote Bags = PURE WIN!!

I’ll see you there

In honor of t-shirt day here is a collection of t-shirt related sites and shops.  Don’t forget about the Pittsburgh t-shirt day event – Monday, June 21 3-8pm – all of the details are available here.

Be a fan of the Pittsburgh T-shirt on Facebook here – as we started talking about t-shirt day we realized there is alot of great Pittsburgh t-shirts and that we needed a place to collect all of that info.  Share your favorite PGH t-shirts and check out some of the others.

Check out the T-shirt Project – @MrDestructicity is wearing and documenting his t-shirt collection on Flickr.  He lives in Pittsburgh and has some great Pittsburgh t-shirts too.  And our favorite Pittsburgh sports blog, PSAMP (Pittsburgh Sports and Mini Ponies) runs an occasional series titled “Great Moments In Unlicensed Pittsburgh Sports Merch” that often features an amazing t-shirt like this incedibly confusing steelers shirt .

Here is a sampling of some other great Pittsburgh t-shirts …

Neighbor Teaze - has lots of Pittsburgh love – check out this t-shirt “Pittsburgh, 446 Bridges, 3 Rivers and 1 Dahntahn Since 1758” and there are many others for specific Pittsburgh neighborhoods.

Wear Pittsburgh has lots of great Pittsburgh t-shirts.  Check out their newest t-shirt in honor of Pittsburgh blogger and do gooder Secret Agent L.

The Campfire Goods folks are often traveling the country selling their awesome t-shirt designs.  One of the campfire guys hails from the burgh. Check out this t-shirt which is a nod to the way we do things here in western PA.

Garbella is a member of the Pittsburgh Craft Collective and has been screenprinting t-shirts, totes and more.  You can find Garbella items online, at local craft shows and I think at Wildcard in Lawrenceville.

The Cotton Factory has been printing hilarious t-shirts and some great Pittsburgh t-shirts for years.  They have recently started doing some events as part of first fridays on Penn Ave where you can get exclusive t-shirt designs.

I know that many people wanted to attend for Valentine’s Day and it sold out quickly.  The glass center is back with another love themed activity.  You and your sweetheart and make a a glass flower on Friday night.

Make-It-Now Flower

Work as a couple or family to make your own glass flower. A unique date option and this glass flower will last forever! This is one of PGC’s Make-It-Now workshops. Make-It-Now workshops are an opportunity to try glass making “on the spot” in 20 minutes or less.

Who: Ages 10 and above

When: Friday, February 13, 5 – 9pm

Cost: $25

How to register: Pre-registration is not required, but we suggest that you call ahead because time slots fill up fast. For more details or to register call, 412-365-2145 ext. 201.

You can follow the Pittsburgh Glass Center here on Facebook.

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=20406782

The Carnegie Science Center offers a way to “learn the science behind sustainability” through it’s Think Green weekend starting with a Happy Hour this Thursday and culminating Sunday with a Farmer’s Market. Sandwiched in between are the Think Green Fashion Show and “Pittsburgh’s largest garage sale EVER,” the Think Green Flea Market – in honor of National Garage Sale Day.Think Green appears to be associated with the Science Center’s Green Building exhibit:

What does it mean to be GREEN?

Pittsburgh is a national leader in green building – constructing buildings with an emphasis on improving the health of humans and the environment, conserving energy and materials, and maintaining a high quality of life.

See and feel which materials are used in green buildings, test different types of insulation, and measure how much energy is used in a light bulb. See how our impacts add up by making choices in a green home and a conventional home.

Right now, engineers in southwestern Pennsylvania are on the cutting edge of developing new materials to replace those that are potentially hazardous to the environment and our heath, and to consume less energy when used in our homes. Visit Carnegie Science Center today to discover the science of being green.

Think Green! WeekendAugust 9-10

Join us for a weekend of eco-friendly fun as you learn the science behind sustainability. From green building to the latest in environmentally-friendly technologies, Pittsburgh is a leader in sustainable initiatives. Explore interactive exhibits by regional companies and organizations, take part in the Think Green! Flea Marke as part of National Garage Sale Day, drop off hard-to-recycle items, check out hybrid vehicles, learn about river environments, get inspired by our second annual Eco Fashion Show, and see award-winning environmental films at the Earth Dance Environmental Film Festival.

Check out demonstrations, activities and information from Bike Pittsburgh,Friends of the Pittsburgh Urban Forest, Girls, Math & Science Partnership,the National Aviary, Regional Environmental Education Center, RiverQuest,Venture Outdoors, The Andy Warhol Museum, UPMC Department of Environmental Oncology, Group against Smog and Pollution, Three Rivers Wet Weather, Toyota, Zip Car, Sherwin Williams, and more!

Check back often for updated lists of activities, companies and organizations participating in Think Green!

Also, don’t forget to bring your old CFL’s, cellphones, ink cartridges, batteries and styrofoam to our Recycle Station!

Related links:

The International Happy Hour – Green Drinks in Pittsburgh at Bossa Nova

Pittsburgh Green Building Alliance

Stuck at Prom is a contest held by the good folks who manufacture Duct Tape for high school students to create a prom dress and tuxedo out of duct tape.

Thanks to Pitt Girl (she writes the Burgh Blog) I learned that one of the top 10 finalists is from the Pittsburgh area. Click here to read the Post-Gazette article about the dress.

Winning couples receive a $3000 scholarship and their school also receives $3000. Currently Sharon Dranko and Joshua Humm are in the lead with over 16,000 votes. Voting ends June 29, 2008.

Duct Tape Dress Stats:

• $600 worth of Duct Tape
• 140 hours to make
• The dress weighs over 50 lbs

Coverage from other local bloggers:

• Chocolate Stegosaurus
• Carnegie Library Teen Staff
  • Stop by Art Club at CLP Main in Oakland next Wednesday, June 25th, at 2 pm to craft your own duck-tape creations on a smaller scale: wallets and whatnot.
• Studio Ruthe