A mere 7 months later

...and we're back in business. It's a small start for now as both Sarah and I are adjusting to our new lives. Sarah was married on September 11th just outside of St. Louis. It looked so beautiful with all her immaculate details.

Love this picture!

I say her wedding "looked" beautiful as I was 9 months pregnant with my now 12 wk old son, Sullivan, and could not travel for the wedding. I was sad to miss one of my best friend's weddings, but, was very happy to have given birth to this beautiful boy on September 25th.

Photo courtesy of my brother-in-law at Todd A. Olson Photography.

What an amazing few months it has been for both of us! As we speak Sullivan is snoozing in his sling while I type. Ahhh, multitasking. So, given the above we took a 7 month, much deserved break. But, with the holidays approaching we received 2 custom orders; one for Gretchen in Chicago and 6 for the Mendelssohn Chorale in Rockford, IL (so close to my hometown!). I guess we're hitting it big in IL? Or, as our friend James, a native Illinoisian?, would say, "Ellinois".

Gretchen was inspired by the HBO series 'Boardwalk Empire' and wanted a 20's style headband for this New Year's Eve. We designed a gold and black "foreheadband" with vintage beaded appliques, black feathers and Swarovski Crystals. I can't wait to see it in action , via pictures of course. Eh hem, Gretchen... ;)

Gretchen

Our Rockford, IL orders were made with red ribbon bows and vintage gold buttons. The Mendelssohn Chorale, featuring Sarah's Aunt as their esteemed conductor, wore the holiday inspired headbands for Holiday Pops: The Many Moods of Christmas at the Coronado Performing Arts Center in downtown Rockford. See the pics here!

We wish we had better pictures but due to the holiday rush we put them right in the mail as soon as they were complete! We are available for more custom orders, anything you'd like we're sure we can make it happen...within reason of course. ;)

OK, back to the baby. I need to address the spit-up action that's happening all over me. Yeah, he's awake.

Photography: Stephanie Hynes Clothing: Christine Carmichael Accessories: Pea's & Bean's!

Try to ignore the poor photo quality, my bad. I copied them from Christine's facebook page. I know I have the originals...somewhere. ;)

Photography: Stephanie Hynes

Model: Monica Ulrich

Makeup and Hair: Bethany Brinn

Clothing Designs: Christine Carmichael

Accessories: Pea's and Bean's

Pictorial of Highlights- Backstage at Voltage

Sarah and I with Christine Carmichael and the majority of our models...ready to roll son!

Highlights at Voltage and the I Like You trunk show

MN Fashion Week started off with a bang! on Friday, April 16th at the Voltage Fashion Amplified rock/fashion show held annually at 1st Ave in Minneapolis.

P&B had the fortunate experience of designing accessories for Christine Carmichael of Carmichael Claith clothing. Christine's personality synced perfectly with that of mine and Sarah's. She was easy to work with, incredibly talented and supplied wine when necessary (that's key).

Photo courtesy of Stephanie Colgan for Voltage '10

See our Facebook album for images from our segment of the runway (to the incredible tunes of Caroline Smith and the Good Night Sleeps - outfitted immaculately by our pals Calpurnia Peach). Also, check out Staciaann Photography's official Voltage pics on Flickr. We start at bottom right, page 4.

Despite being only mildly verbally harassed by a securiy guard (I had to Sarah....I had to) for forgetting my badge and my mind the entire production went off without a hitch. Word on the street is it's the best one yet, and we agree! The entire production was flawless. We only lost one model to her heels, but after she departed the catwalk (luckily).

Photos courtesy of Stephen Stephens at Digital Crush Photography

On Sunday, Sarah and Angela of I Like You (check out their adorable newly updated website) hosted a trunk show and Anniversary Party (coincidentally sharing their 1st anniversary very close to that of mine and my husband's) with many talented designers to be seen in the back of the store. I had no idea the shop was this big! We met a lot of talented people and caught up with some older acquaintances like Rebecca Yaker (heart all her sock monkey gear....catch her stylings in the latest Kia commercial).

Sarah and Angela, donning P&B originals.

The kids' cube.

George Moskal (a local clothing designer also featured inVoltage) dropped in and tried on our novelty goggles. Ha!

Sarah and Angela provided some yummy treats for the party guests (including homemade cupcakes, yum!).



Headbands, hair clips and bowties...oh my!


Voltage pieces

We traded this red birdband with Rebecca for two sets of her earrings (I picked up sweet skull earrings with blue maribou feathers and Sarah scored a lifesaver and anchor set).

Stacy Schwartz of Staciaann Photography (official Voltage photographer) snagged this teal bowband.


This girl was adorable. She came back at least 3 times to try on this hat and said "I feel that no one else should have this but me.".

Overall, a crazy...but successful weekend!

To be seen at our I Like You trunk show...

Join us at I Like You on Sunday April 18th for a trunk show and anniversary party to kick off MN Fashion Week!

I Like You Trunk Show and Anniversary Party

Trunk show featuring 8 local designers. Come celebrate our 1-year anniversary with 8 of our favorite designers showcasing their spring wares. On Sunday you’ll find Pea's & Bean's, who you know and love from the MNfashion holiday boutique, as well as 7 other artists including Play by Marly and Rebecca Yaker. This is a free event at Northeast’s most “liked” store dedicated to local and independent artists. Check out our website for more information. Sponsored by i like you.

We'll be debuting our Spring collection...including:

Vita.mn's 'Alice in Wonderland' advanced screening fashion show!

...featuring Sarah's 'Queen of Hearts' inspired buffalo check dress with black capelet...and P&B ruff with red bowtie. Don't forget her sweet little top hat. Well done friend. Check here for the rest of the amazing submissions.

I'm totally in the mood to see this movie now. I heart Tim Burton.

Photos by Stacy Schwartz:

Voltage site up and running

...and it looks amazing! I'm really enjoying the rotating music selection playing on the site from 2010's Voltage bands, a preview of what's to come!

Kudos to Chris Larson, the Art Director, for this year's vision and to Stephanie Colgan for her amazing Photography!

Here's the main site, Voltage Fashion Amplified, but you can find us under the Fashion/Accessory Designers section.

Our info:


Andrea Pease & Sarah Bein
Accessories Designers
peaandbean.blogspot.com

Sparked from the minds of Andrea Pease and Sarah Bein (hence the name), Pea's & Bean's hair adornments are flirty, whimsical and cheer-inducing. The pair's custom creations are the perfect accent to your already magnificent mane. The intent is to induce happiness ... and silliness (and why not?).

Each piece is lovingly crafted by hand and truly unique. The majority of each collection is created with found and vintage items. Needless to say, thrift stores and estate sales have become their fast friends.

In previous seasons the duo has drawn inspiration from embellished birds, rich velvet ribbons and objects that sparkle and shine. This Spring, Pea's & Bean's will be serving up fresh ideas for all to enjoy.

Rememb-a:

April 16 at 1st Ave!!