Etsy Shop for ChopstixWaits

3 beaded felted bangles

Sat, 28 Nov 2009 22:27:50 -0500

$38.00
These bangles have been needle felted and then wet felted and handstiched with a ton of tiny glass seed beads.They are made from wool, silk, and alpaca.This listing is for three bangles.When purchasing please message me with bracelet color ( i have in stock,or can make almost any color under the sun) and bead color (reds, blues, or multi) or let me choose a nice assortment for you! These bangles are made to order, It will be 3-5 days for me to make them and get them shipped out.

Rag doll mini wrap skirt

Sat, 28 Nov 2009 16:38:29 -0500

$48.00
This wrap skirt is made from patchwork of upcycled cotton jerseys that i have overdyed in purples, blues, and earthy reds, and a bright pink and black stripe knit. It features exposed seams in blue thread, and is a great piece for layering in the cool weather, and also works well on its own. This skirt is very adjustable, it has long ties and will fit small through large sizes, with an ample amount of overlap for coverage.
Measurements:

Waist: from 28 inches, up to 40 inches

hips: up to 46 inches

length: 16.5 inches

Prairie patchwork tiered bustle skirt

Fri, 27 Nov 2009 19:35:45 -0500

$72.00
This skirt has four tiers made from a patchworked mix of vintage cotton prints and calicos, a couple of new vintage inspired cotton prints. The hem has been finished with a matching calico cotton binding. This skirt has a drawstring waist that ties in the back.It will lay flat on your stomach in the front and create a flattering bustle in the back with any cinched fabric. This skirt has a massive spin, and looks great o its own, or layered under your favorite apron!

Measurements

Waist and hips: up to 46 inches

length: 36 inches

spin: 168 inches

African wax print patchwork tiered bustle skirt

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 11:45:49 -0500

$64.00
This skirt has three gathered tiers made from patchwork of bright and bold African wax printed cotton. It has a drawstring waist that ties in the back, so it will lay flat against your stomach in the front and create a flattering bustle with any cinched fabric in the back. The hem has been finished with a matching binding. Great on its own or layered under your favorite apron!

Measurements:

waist and hips: up to 48 inches

length: 35 inches

spin:117 inches

hand beaded cabaret waterfall belt

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 01:29:32 -0500

$650.00
One of a kind, this piece was the first of a collection I made some time ago. At least 100 hours of hand stitching went into this.

This belt is dripping with handstiched sparkling czech glass seed beads and oil slick sequins.Every bead and sequin has been double or tripple stiched.This belt is fully lined and has four hook and eye clousures in the back. It can be worn on the waist or hips and measures 36 inches in width. Lots of movement for performance or can worn over black for a special occasion The shipping quote for this belt includes insurance and registration.

Rainbow soup handspun wool yarn

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 20:23:38 -0500

$22.00
Rainbow soup is a slightly thick and thin single ply mostly around bulky weight. I spun this yarn at random from a bright and colorful mix of wools including some superwash , with lost of sparkling gold glitz.

wpi: 8-11
120 yards

This yarn has been washed to set the twist, and will arrive ready to knit or crochet.

Indigo block print gypsy tunic

Sun, 22 Nov 2009 22:30:54 -0500

$74.00

The bodice of this top is made from a vintage Indian block print cotton, and has a center front contrast panel of African indigo. The tiers and ties of this top are done in a patchworked mix of indonesian batiks, african indigos and batiks,and an indian block print. It features a square cut neck line, lined bodice, and loose kimono style sleeves. Lovely and light on its own, and perfect for layering in the cool months ahead. This top is quite adjustable so one size will fit and flatter many.

Bust: up to 40 inches

waist : up to 46 inches

hips: up to 50 inches

length (middle of shoulder to hem):32 inches

*earrings by etsy seller: Mocahete

Op art batik pocket jumper

Sun, 22 Nov 2009 21:22:48 -0500

$64.00
This simple shift dress is made from a vintage 70s bold and bright screen printed cotton. It features two large fully lined pockets, and batik bindings at the armholes This dress ties at the shoulders with glass beaded batik cotton ties. This is a fairly adjustable garment, works well as a simple dress on its own, and great for layering with long sleeves, and tights or long skirts for when it is frigid!

Measurements:

Bust: up to 38 inches

Waist and hips: up to 45 inches

length(armpit to hem) :31 inches

Patchwork tiered spin skirt

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 15:05:31 -0500

$84.00
This listing is for a custom skirt,
The four tiers of this skirt are made with patchwork of a ton of different fabric which will probably included batiks,African wax prints, indonesian batiks, stripes,paisleys, new and vintage florals, hearts, dots and more fab orphaned fabrics from around my studio. This skirt has a drawstring waist that ties in the back, so it will lay flat against your stomach in the front and create a flattering bustle with any cinched fabric in the back. The hem will be finished with a matching patchy binding. This skirt has a massive 200+ inch spin and looks great on its own, or layered under your favorite apron! The photos are a few examples , your skirt will be simillar, but no two are ever the same. I will get your skirt stiched up and shipped out in 7 buisness days or less.

Please remember to include your length and waist/hip measurments in message to seller when purchasing.

handspun wool crocheted dread wrap hair band

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 10:42:46 -0500

$30.00
I crocheted this with myself and others who have big hair or dreads in mind, although it can be worn with any hairstyle. It is made with my own handspun wool yarn in natural white and colorful autumn hues .The yarn used in this hairband is quite bulky, so it is a bit warmer for the cold weather. It measures 10 inches across when laying flat and has quite a bit of strech to it to fit most adult sized heads.

*earrings by etsy seller: Mocahete

India Block print kimono wrap top

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 02:11:54 -0500

$64.00
This top is made from a soft vintage Indian block printed cotton in shades of pink and blue with hints of minty green and orange, an earthy pink cotton batik with a leafy pattern for the contrast collar. The obi is fully lined , is machine quilted, topstitched and full reversible, done in patchwork of pink and blue batik ( reverses to the pink) . One size will fit most. This top is super flattering and easy to wear!

Measurements:

Back (armpit to armpit): 27 inches

obi width: 5.5 inches

obi length:26 inches

obi ties ( end to end):120 inches

Indonesian batik tiered bustle skirt

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 13:47:29 -0500

$64.00
This skirt has three tiers made from patchwork of colorful traditional indonesian florals, prints and batiked cottons. It has a drawstring waist that ties in the back, so it will lay flat against your stomach in the front and create a sweet little bustle with any cinched fabric in the back. The hem has been finished with a matching cotton binding. Great on its own or layered under your favorite apron!

Measurements:

waist and hips: up to 56 inches

length: 35.5 inches

spin:112 inches

African wax print batik halter gown

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 12:03:36 -0500

$118.00

This dress features a fully lined and darted bodice with a scoop cut neckline made from a purple blue cotton batik. The skirt is cut in flowing A line panels from a bold African wax print cotton. This dress laces in back with long glass beaded batik cotton ties, and also has a drawstring at the back waist. This dress will fit Xsmall- medium sizes best.

Bust: A or B or small C cup

Hight waist: 38 inches

Waist and hips: free size

Length: 43 inches from below bust to hem

African wax print patchwork pocket apron

Sat, 14 Nov 2009 12:52:36 -0500

$64.00
This apron is made with an East African wax print that has a graphic shellfish print, and patchwork of new and vintage cotton prints,indonesian batiks and florals, batik and handdyed cotton,african wax prints and Indian block print cotton .It has two large fully lined and double stitched patchwork pockets.The whole thing has been fully lined in a black and white batik cotton , and layers has been topstiched and machine quilted together.A great apron over jeans or your favorite skirt!

Measurements:

width: 32 inches

length: 18 inches

ties ( end to end): 79 inches

Tranquil maxi dress

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 19:33:33 -0500

$84.00
This simple shift dress is made from a flowing rayon cotton blend with an intricate ethnic inspired print.. This dress features extra long handdyed cotton ties at the waist, these can be wrapped around for it fitted look, or worn tied in a loose bow in back for a more relaxed fit. This dress ties at the shoulders with handdyed cotton glass beaded ties, and the hem and armhole bindings are done in a purple blue cotton batik. One size will fit many, please check the measurements given,

Measurements:

Bust: up to 36 inches

Waist and hips: up to 40 inches

length(armpit to hem) :45 inches

Quilted patchwork flannel cowl

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 17:39:16 -0500

$36.00
This cowl is made from random patchwork of a ton of different fabrics, There are batiks, new and vintage cotton prints, african wax prints, hand dyed cotton, and indonesian batiks and florals. It is fully lined in soft warm handdyed and golden metallic cotton flannel. The two layers have been heavily machine quilted and topstitched together with purple thread.

Measurements:

height: 6.5 inches

circumference: 27 inches

Sugar plum block print halter dress

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 21:33:51 -0500

$96.00

The bodice of this halter is done in a soft woven cotton ikat, the skirt is an upcycled bias cut Indian block print wrap skirt with a gorgeous flowered print. The tabs for lacing in the back are done in a cotton batik, and the long halter ties are handdyed cotton in shades of orchid and magenta . This dress features a lined and darted halter style bodice that laces in the back with long glass beaded ties, and a drawstring at the back waist.

Measurements:

Bust: A , B, or C cup

Hight waist below bust: up to 42 inches

waist and hips: free size

length ( from just below bust to hem):38 inches

spin:158 inches

* Earrings by etsy seller:Mocahete

Prism dress in hand dyed cotton jersey

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 17:23:46 -0500

$58.00
This simple dress is made from patchwork of my own handdyed cotton jersey in shades of magenta, violet,indigo, gold and avacado.It features exposed seams in purple thread, and the hems are also finished with a simple serged edge in purple thread. An easy to throw on dress, and also a great long tunic for layering over tights or long skirts. This dress will fit a large size best.

Measurements:

Bust: 36-40 inches

length ( armpit to hem):32 inches inches

Waist and hips: up to 46 inches

Psychedelic folk knit patchwork tunic or mini dress

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 17:15:19 -0500

$48.00
This long tunic is great worn as a simple dress, and also nice for layering over long skirts or leggings. It is made from a patchworked mix of vintage poly and lycra knits. There lots of bright bold flower power prints, and a funky folk dancer print . This top features exposed seams in purple thread, and the hems are also finished with a simple serged edge . This top will fit larger sizes best.

Measurements:

Bust: 36-40 inches

length ( armpit to hem):30 inches inches

Waist and hips: up to 42 inches

Flower power knit tie top

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 13:12:37 -0500

$38.00
This top is made with two funky vintage bright flower poly knits.The armhole bindings are done in a different bright 70's knit. There are purple batik cotton ties that have colorful glass beads and tie at the shoulders.This top will fit Medium and larger sizes best.
Measurements:

Bust: 38 to 46 inches

length ( armpit to hem):17 inches

vintage knit tie top

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 12:51:31 -0500

$38.00
This top is made with a funky vintage shiny poly knit that features horses and clouds and has something of a psychedelic asian feel,and a bold vintage flowered knit.The armhole bindings are done in a purple glitter stripe knit. There are purple blue cotton batik ties that have colorful glass beads and tie at the shoulders.This top will fit a XS - small sizes best

Measurements:

Bust: up to 34 inches

length ( armpit to hem):16 inches

Tribes gypsy dress ( on hold for Harmony until 12/4)

Sun, 01 Nov 2009 23:17:20 -0500

$138.00
This listing is reserved for Harmony until 12/4, please do not purchase unless you are her:

The bodice of this dress is made from a bold vintage African print cotton, and has a center front contrast panel of African wax print that has a great key and heart locket print. The tiers and ties of this dress are done in a bright patchworked mix of indonesian batiks,more african wax prints, and rich cotton batiks. It features a square cut neck line, lined bodice,and loose kimono style sleeves. It ties at the back, making it very adjustable, and will fit and flatter many. This dress is perfect for cool summer nights, and the kimono style sleeves and adjustable fit means this dress is wonderful for layering in cooler weather as well.

Measurements:

Bust: up to 40 inches

high waist: up to 45 inches

waist and hips: free size

Length: 51 inches from shoulder to hem

Spin:172 inches

Two tone tunic in Orchid and indigo

Sun, 25 Oct 2009 18:55:29 -0400

$42.00
This top can be worn layered as a long tunic, and also works great as a simple mini dress.It is made from my own handdyed cotton jersey in bright orchid with hints of plum and magenta and mottled indigo. The hems are finished with a simple serged edge in blue thread This top will fit a xtrasmall- small size best.

Measurements:

Bust: up to 34 inches

length ( armpit to hem):28 inches

*Earrings by etsy seller: Mocahete

Retro patchwork jumper dress

Fri, 16 Oct 2009 19:51:14 -0400

$74.00
The bodice of this dress is made from my own hand dyed cotton jersey, in rich orchid with contrast rust bindings. It ties at the shoulders with batik cotton glass beaded ties. The skirt is done in A-line panels from a patchworked mix of new and vintage cotton prints and bright cotton batiks. The bottom is finished off with a gathered handdyed cotton tier with a matching cotton binding. This dress will fit smaller sizes best.

Measurements:

Bust: up to 34 inches

Length ( armpit to hem): 30 inches

Cotton candy safari bustle skirt

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 19:24:43 -0400

$48.00
This skirt is made from a vintage 60s polished cotton with a funky safari print. It has an odd assortment of animals: zebra, walrus, rabbit, lion, tiger, kangaroo, skunk, porcupine, and elephants all on a sweet flowered pink. There are three gathered tiers and the hem has been finished with a bright pink cotton binding.This skirt features a drawstring waist that ties in the back, so it will lay flat against your stomach in the front and create a flattering bustle with any cinched fabric in the back. Cute skirt on its own, or layered under your favorite apron!

Measurements:

Waist and hips: up to 52 inches

Length: 34 inches

Spin: 127 inches

Two tone tunic in Orchid and gold

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 18:10:44 -0400

$42.00
This simple top can be worn layered as a long tunic, and also works great as a simple mini dress.It is made from my own handdyed cotton jersey in rich orchid, violet,and magenta and bright golden yellow. The hems are finished with a simple serged edge in purple thread . This top will fit larger sizes best.

Measurements:

Bust: 36-42 inches

length ( armpit to hem):30 inches inches

Waist and hips: up to 46 inches

Butterfly cherri blossom vintage knit tie top

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 14:04:04 -0400

$38.00
This top is made with funky vintage knits, one with a cherri blossom print, the other with a butterfly print.The armhole bindings are done in a purple striped knit with a bit of glitz. There are deep green cotton ties that have colorful glass beads and tie at the shoulders.This top will fit a XS-small sizes best.

Measurements:

Bust: up to 36 inches

length ( armpit to hem):16 inches

* Earrings by etsy seller: Mocahete

Whimsy quilted patchwork flannel scarf

Sun, 11 Oct 2009 16:07:40 -0400

$42.00
This scarf is made from vintage quilt blocks they are patched from vintage 50's and 60's cotton prints and ghingham. It is fully lined in soft warm vintage cotton flannel with a sweet flower print. The two layers have been heavily machine quilted and topstitched together.

Measurements:

Width: 6 inches

Length: 91 inches

* earrings by etsy seller: Mocahete

Silk batik petal pixie apron skirt

Sun, 11 Oct 2009 15:57:00 -0400

$48.00

This apron is made to be layered over a skirt. The petals are made from Italian tie silks , handdyed embroidered cotton eyelet and gauzy cotton, and rich cotton batiks . The waist band and ties are made form a pink purple batik cotton

Measurements:

Ties end to end: 90 inches

Petal width: 31 inches

length at longest point: 15 inches

* This listing is for The apron only, underskirt is not included

Flower power batik shirred tie top

Thu, 08 Oct 2009 18:46:25 -0400

$42.00
This top is made with a soft sweet cotton batik for the bodice, and a gauzy cotton with a big bold swirling flower print, the hem is finished with a purple blue batik cotton binding. The bodice of this top has been shirred with elastic thread, giving it a smocked stretchy effect. There are four batik cotton ties that have colorful glass beads and tie at the shoulders.Due to the stretchy shirred bodice, this top will adjust to fit and flatter many sizes.

Measurements:

bust:30-38 inches

waist: up to: 48 inches

total length hem to hem:22 inches

Twinkle handspun wool yarn

Thu, 08 Oct 2009 17:19:33 -0400

$30.00
Twinkle is a thick and thin double ply mostly around bulky weight.Spun up from a mix of wools , a bit of mohair and sparkling iridescent glitz, one ply in light pinks, white, gold, green and blue, the other is magenta and blue with hints of bright yellow.

WPI: 8-11
140 yards

This yarn has been washed to set the twist, and will arrive ready to knit or crochet.

color block batik shirred dress

Thu, 08 Oct 2009 16:34:22 -0400

$64.00
This dress is made from patchwork of bright panels of handdyed and batik cotton and a couple of Indonesian batiks. The bodice is heavily shirred with elastic thread for a stretchy smocked effect, and the hem has been finished with a colorful handdyed cotton binding. There are four cotton ties made from handdyed cotton that have colorful glass beads and tie at the shoulders.

Measurements:

Bust:32-38 inches

waits and hips: up to 42 inches

shirred Bodice length: 8.5 inches

total length hem to hem:33 inches

Butterfly wings handspun wool yarn

Thu, 01 Oct 2009 17:23:36 -0400

$20.00
Butterfly wings is a slightly thick and thin single ply worsted to bulky weight. I spun this yarn from domestic wool that I have handdyed in shades if pink, orange, indigo, green and plum with non toxic acid dye ( wash fast and light fast), and a bit of sparkling glitz

wpi: 10-12
98 yards

This yarn has been washed to set the twist, and will arrive ready to knit or crochet.

Flower power patchwork knit tunic dress

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 00:28:36 -0400

$48.00

This long tunic is great worn as a simple dress, and also nice for layering over long skirts or leggings. It is made from a patchworked mix of new and vintage poly and lycra knits. There lots of bright bold flower power prints, a folky deer and peacock print, and a bright pink handdyed knit . This top features exposed seams in blue thread, and the hems are also finished with a simple serged edge . This top will fit a xtrasmall- small size best.

Measurements:

Bust: up to 36 inches

length ( armpit to hem):28 inches

*Earrings by etsy seller:Mocahete

Handspun crochet fae stocking cap

Tue, 15 Sep 2009 13:25:02 -0400

$46.00

This is a wild fitted hat with a super long skinny tail, it is crochet from my own handspun wool yarn in natural shades and soft purples and blues with a bit of sparkle. The end of this caps point is finished off with braided handspun tassel. The opening of this hat measures 11 inches across and will stretch to fit most adult size heads. From the opening to the end of its braided tassel this hat measures 40 inches in length.

vintage knit tie top

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 18:08:44 -0400

$38.00
This top is made with a funky vintage 70s flower power knit, and a bright psychedelic poly knit.The armhole bindings are done in a fluro pink and green flower knit. There are colorful handdyed cotton ties that have colorful glass beads and tie at the shoulders.This top will fit a medium size best

Measurements:

Bust: up to 36-38 inches

length ( armpit to hem):16 inches

Spring bling handspun wool yarn

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 17:52:47 -0400

$28.00

Spring bling is a slightly thick and thin single ply mostly around worsted weight. I spun this yarn from handdyed merino superwash wool in pinks and greens with tons of sparkling glitz

wpi: 13-11
150 yards

This yarn has been washed to set the twist, and will arrive ready to knit or crochet.

Southwest psychedelic shirred halter dress

Tue, 04 Aug 2009 20:34:46 -0400

$58.00
This dress is made from a bright vintage 70's poly with a southwestern print, and orange and blue indonesian batik cotton.The bodice of this dress is heavily shirred with elastic thread for a smocked stretchy effect .The bottom hastwo gathered flowing tiers.The hem is finished with a batik cotton binding.The bodice ties halter style around the neck with two batik cotton ties that have colorful glass beads. This dress will fit xsmall-small sizes best

Measurements:

Bodice:up to 34 inches

length ( hem to hem):31 inches

spin: 104 inches

Fairy tail flowers tiered bustle skirt

Wed, 29 Jul 2009 19:04:25 -0400

$54.00
This skirt has three tiers made from patchwork of two bright vintage flowered prints, and a fantastic detailed vintage print of Gullivers travels. The hem has been finished with a matching binding. This skirt features a drawstring waist that ties in the back, so it will lay flat against your stomach in the front and create a flattering bustle with any cinched fabric in the back. Great on its own or layered under your favorite apron!

Measurements:

waist and hips: up to 50 inches

length: 34.5 inches

spin:106 inches