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My Favourite Items to Dye

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Some items are easier than others to dye. Some fabrics dye well, others do not. But, just because it’s easy to dye doesn’t mean I like it more. I love the challenge of a complex piece. I went through a lot of trial and error with the release of my first collection, but here are […]

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My Top 10 Favourite ‘Drop 1’ Hand Dyed Creations

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Drop 1 of Pamela Wilson Designs, was released on November 1st and sold out within a few days. We also raised $200 for The Ottawa Food Bank and The Ottawa Stray Cat Rescue. Many of the dyes, and techniques and fabrics were entirely new territory for me, yet I still managed some successful outcomes. Here […]

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DIY: Cargo Jacket Re-imagined

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From frumpy to pretty damn pretty for under $20 I have been keeping my eye out for a green cargo jacket. I wanted just a lightweight, dark green, easy to wear layering piece. I found this jacket at the thrift store for $3. It was okay, fairly pre-loved and missing the belt. But I liked […]

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Hey I’m back! And PdubXO is too.

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Here is what has been happening… The last time I updated all of you was over a year ago. Can you believe it? We survived 2019 only to be smacked in the face by 2020. The pandemic is affecting all of us. It is a difficult time at minimum for some of us, and a […]

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Not just another Breast Cancer Awareness List

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The unfortunate fact is that someone you know is likely going to be diagnosed with breast cancer in your lifetime. I am a survivor of stage 2 lobular invasive breast cancer. I underwent a modified radical mastectomy, radiation and take long term hormone suppressor drugs. I am 18 months since diagnosis and 6 months since […]

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The Essential Luxury Tote by Strathberry

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I feel like such a lady carrying my red tote from Strathberry. Their products are handcrafted in Spain, taking up to 20 hours of workmanship for each bag. Strathberry is known for their clean lines and signature bar closure with their beautiful products ranging in shapes and sizes. From totes to the MC series based […]

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LA Costume Designer Danielle King talks Fashion

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I am happy to introduce my first guest contributor to PdubXO: LA Costume Designer & Stylist Danielle King.  Danielle’s work has included editorial styling for major magazines, personal styling for the LA celebrity community, and a long resume of costume design in the film & TV industry. Her Costume Design work earned her a 2013 Emmy […]

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Barely Surviving Breast Cancer

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I think all of my cancer is gone. At least I hope so. I check in with one of my 5 cancer team doctors on average once a month. But even with being 8 months after my surgery, and 5 months after completing my radiation treatments, I am still, I have to be honest, miserable. I […]

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