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My Collections
My Collections are boho chic athleisure-wear, drawing inspiration from fusion dance & West Coast festival cultures. Perfect for the stage, the studio, or the street.
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HEAVY METAL
Inspired by the heavily metaled, antique Assuit shawls of the 1920’s Art Deco era, I proudly introduced to you my new original print “Heavy Metal.”
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LE Grunge Collection
Drumroll, please! I present to you the Limited Edition Grunge Collection; Rock n roll inspired silhouettes, hand-dyed into marbled jewel tones. Produced from super soft
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the Mudcloth Collection
Celebrating Tradition and Giving Back In this time of cultural and social justice reckoning, I (like many) have aimed to learn how to be in deep
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The Mehndi Collection
Having been born from a melting pot of diversity, I have always been moved by global arts; dance, adornment, traditions, and even cuisine. As a
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Bohemian Dreams
Since my Deadhead days in my late teens, I’ve always been a hippie at heart. I still love walking barefoot on the sand in flowing
Zero Degrees Latitude
detox-RETOX
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Cowgirl Cornbread
For When You’re on the Giddy-up! With a busy lifestyle that has me on the go, I find it a necessary self care discipline to
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Nutter Butter Balls
vegetarian : gluten free : low carb : low glycemic : kids of all ages love them 70 Calories per serving 10 minutes prep time
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HOMEMADE KRAUT
I must have been drooling as I eyed a giant jar full of homemade sauerkraut on the community table I was sharing at Whole Foods
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PALEO “PARTY” PORRIDGE
As the mornings start to get a bit more chilly, I find myself craving a warm cozy breakfast as opposed to my usual blended protein
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Keto Kookies
I grew up a product of the 80’s, an era when calorie-free and fat-free foods became confused as healthy. I have become savvy to the
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VEGETABLE MEDLEY SOUP
Back in my earlier years of sharing my household with multiple roommates, I became inspired by the concept of stone soup, a medley of every
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GREEN CREAM DREAM SMOOTHIE
Inspired by my favorite Cafe Gratitude smoothy called “I Am Alert,” I decided to try my hand at replicating this creamy drink at home. Ingredients:
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Keto Kookies
I grew up a product of the 80’s, an era when calorie-free and fat-free foods became confused as healthy. I have become savvy to the
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PALEO “PARTY” PORRIDGE
As the mornings start to get a bit more chilly, I find myself craving a warm cozy breakfast as opposed to my usual blended protein
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Sweet Potato Pie
Healthy Dessert I’m not gonna lie… I LOVE PIE. BUT… Life is too short to feel guilt from what one eats, so I love to
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Raw Nog
Raw Nog easy as 1-2-3 Try this delicious, raw, and healthy version of our featured holiday Egg Nog “inspired’ drink. Ingredients 3 cups Raw Almonds,
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SENSUOUS HOMEMADE CHAI
Ariel’s Magical Chai I have always been enchanted by the rich aroma and exotic flavors in homemade chai. I find that a truly good recipe
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MACA-CHOCA-MATE-LATTE
MY INFAMOUS HOT & SPICY APHRODISIAC ELIXIR Easy, yummy, and strong~ just the way I like ‘em! 😉 Brew YERBA MATE tea, 2 cups Heat
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SPARKLING TURMERIC TONIC
During the midday heat of a week-long dance festival, my dear friend Jo offered me a sip of her day-glow orange elixir. Not only was
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DESSERT FOR BREAKFAST? ABSOLUTELY!
Chia Seed Breakfast Starring: Cha-cha-cha-Chia! Not to date myself, but I recall my introduction to Chia seeds actually came from the catchy Chia Pet jingle