Monday, May 11, 2009

Summer Time Soups and Eating for the Soul



What greater pleasure than to whip up and eat homemade summer time soup. I have had the good fortune of growing up in California with the freshest ingredients. Some of my fondest memories as a child were spent in the kitchen. My belief is cooking and eating are not chores, they are one of life's gifts that nourish the soul as well as the body. A great way to get your vitamins and have hearty meal is with this organic puree of carrot ginger soup. I bought the ingredients at Rainbow Grocery and simply cooked the carrots in 4 cups of water. When the mixture boils and softens you just place the mixture in a blender and puree. You can use any fresh ingredients and add herbs as you desire. This is my way to have lunch handy or a sweet dinner on the patio under the stars of summer. It's bright and colorful and pleasing to the eyes.

Eating sensibly is really the best diet, and the best way we can teach our children to appreciate good food. The pleasure we can take from eating leisurely together or alone. Savoring a good meal simply makes us feel good. Food should not be feared. It should be a source of pleasure and well-being.

Wednesday, April 15, 2009

New Beginnings! 2009:) Yoga


Yoga is taking center stage in my life these days. People who know me well know my passion for teaching! This is to say all my fashions, creations, and art will be moving into a meditative direction. I will still be making and creating for clients and stores. The focus of the items will be inspired by nature, movement, meditation, and with the best quality ingredients.

New In 2009 by Velvet Valentine

ECE Yoga (eceyoga.com coming soon) Wellness classes designed for schools, non-profits, camps, & kids of all ages!
Family Yoga Classes: Bonding classes designed to bring connection, harmony and joy to the whole family!
MIndful Care Giving Classes: Learn the yoga of spending time with children while going with the flow.
ECE Yoga Certification : Learn to teach early childhood education yoga in an age appropriate style.
ECE for Adults: These classes involve connecting with your inner child. Yoga postures, dance, and creativity are a part of every class.

*** All my classes inspire one and all to get into a flow consciousness. Teaching love and kindness towards self and others.***


Services Still provided: (Consultation Required)
Mindful Styling:
Feng Shui your life head to toe and inside out. The appropriate hair cut, clothing style, and image for your success. Also includes diet and movement assessment.
Contemplative Photography:
Individuals, companies, businesses, experience the joy of thoughtful photography to advance your goals.

I look forward to serving the world with my new inspiration and perspective.

Monday, February 9, 2009

Love Letters, available at Paragraph 1234 9th Ave between Irving & Lincoln





Please visit Paragraph located at 1234 9th Ave at Lincoln near Golden Gate Park! Hurry and get your limited edition Valentine cards by yours truly. All hand made and ready to send to your loved ones. Get them while they last! See you soon other great ideas a head. Enjoy your life every day! Love Velvet

Recycled Paper Only used n the making of these products:)) Think green from your heart!

Sunday, January 25, 2009

Everything is coming up roses:)




Really fun shoot! More Photos to come!

Tuesday, January 20, 2009

Happy New Year Happy New President!!!!!


I have been sitting in silence and meditating pouring out the old thoughts from last year. It's been an eventful year full of life and change. The old saying is still appropriate "If you have nothing nice to say......" you know the rest. As we say nanana na na na na GOOD-BYE.............. to the BUSH REGIME......I sit in peace and harmony! As an educator I have HOPE for the future generations who can believe in change. Tiny hands that create can now hopefully use all the colors in the box. Only 60 years ago the world was a much different place.

His speech this morning monumental and poetic. The beautiful poem by poet Elizabeth Alexander mentioning sewing and mending "that which needs to be mended." As I look ahead to the year there are many things that need to be mended in my life.

When I glance the gorgeous Jackie O look Mrs O wore a golden ensemble to the inauguration. Designed by Isabel Toledo a veteran of the fashion industry. Symbolic choice of color, texture and cut were carefully chosen for this special day. Many special women also apart of this day. Aretha Franklin, Hilary Clinton, and so many unmentioned strong amazing women can also look to a more promising future. To the future, let there be color, let there be light, let there be the brightest days to come!

From Cole Valley HOOORAY!!!!!!!!!!!!

Wednesday, November 26, 2008

Links I HEART in the BAY AREA!


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These fine females will be presenting their creativity Dec 7, 2008 see posting below. Or follow the hive link for more info.

Remember your local artists this holiday season. I can't emphasize how important supporting and buying local is for one and all! Thanks and see you soon! Happy Thanksgiving

“Find out who you are and do it on purpose.” Dolly Parton

Image of a Red Root video I styled. Reminds us all to be ourselves and play what you got and see blue skies where ever you may go!

Tuesday, November 25, 2008

Holiday Bizarre Sunday Dec. 7th 2008 corner of Pacific n Hyde 12-7pm


Holiday Bizarre
Hosted by Velvet Valentine
Sunday Dec. 7, 2008
12-7pm
Free to the public
1 Day Only!!!

1392 pacifc @ hyde, russian hill
(btwn hyde and leavenworth)

Location:
www.hivesf.com
event link: http://www.hivesf.com/art.html
location map: http://www.hivesf.com/maps.html
Vendors:
Velvet Valentine, The art of Accessories & Style
JD Crayne Photography Collect her work today!
Nika Tang Casual Fashion "Little Red Sparrow"
Kysha for Yahzi Rose Kids Clothes Affordable and Fun
Julie Lesperance, Jewelry
Rachael Hornaday Art/Prints

BUY LOCAL SUPPORT YOUR CITY
Local art, accessories men & women, fancy wears, kids clothes, and much more!!!

* Holiday spiced drinks & holiday pastries
* Gift Rapping
* 80's DJ Dancing while you shop

For information or to get involved please call 415 503 8031 or email me! Thank you for your constant support and encouragement!

Above photo copyright Velvet Valentine