I LOVEEEE to shop but am getting tired of the same old same old around here so I do alot on the net...

I LOVE boston propers stuff but they are a bit pricey and I was wondering if anyone has ever bought anything from them and if so do you think its worth the money? Also, do they run true to size? Id like to know the quality before i purchase anything from them...

Secondly, If you have a favorite website you shop from I would love to check it out!

It's sooooo last season, but www.bluefly.com is cool.


And of course, www.amazon.com


I've been avoiding online purchasing a lot the last couple of years because of it's environmental impact (tons and TONS of additional packaging).

Coming soon...



Artist-created, Latin Pop Shop is a brand new online retail gallery specializing in Latino, Latino-American and Latin-themed arts and handmade gifts.

We'll have art and home decor, jewelry, apparel, books and more.
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TheVoid said:

Thanks!

I do alot at amazon but its usually cd's or dvd's... Ive heard of bluefly, i will check them out!

I reuse and recycle the packing material if that makes you feel better

johnart said:

you dont sell clothes do you??

tinaz said:

We will. I'm currently looking for t-shirt makers and accessory designers/makers.

johnart said:

OOOOO sounds interesting!!!

tinaz said:

When we have storefronts (and we will eventually, ohmnnnnn ) I would love to venture into having young/up and coming designers have some stuff, but as an online store I think anything beyond tops and accessories would get complicated since folk can't just try it on and know how it fits.

As soon as its up and running make sure you let everyone know!

Will you have a store front like a mall, where each artist will have his own little shop within your big store?

Will you seek out the artists or advertise for them to come to you?

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TheVoid said:

I like the soap one!! They have so many neat scents!

And I love a good smelling man!

tinaz said:

I don't know that we'd be in a mall. I don't know where you live, but here, malls seem to be a dying concept. The Springfield Mall, for example, is half boarded up. Supposedly it's to be torn down and turned into a Village center.Seems to be the trend for this area now.

Each artist would not have their own little shop. That reminds me of indoor antique/flea markets, which i love, but not the feel I'm going for. The store would be a hybrid of art gallery/retail boutique. I picture it bright and "lofty" in feel and look. Hip, cultural, NOT AT ALL STUFFY OR FORMAL . FUN!!!

I am seeking artists by all ways possible. By advertising call for artists, by searching the net and seeking them out, and by seeking in person (when possible).

johnart said:

I was thinking you were doing this all on the internet... Your gonna have a RL store front tho!!! Thats awesome!

I am very excited for you!!!

tinaz said:

Thanks.
It is starting off internet-based. But one of the goals is RL also.
I've applied for studio space/artist residency for the summer at a great location. If I get in, I will use the opportunity to further promote this. If the summer proves profitable, I would like to then apply for permanent space. This is where I would begin to make the crossover into RL with it.
My plan is to grow this in sensible steps, rather than all at once.
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tinaz said:

If you need my shipping address, let me know.

johnart said:

*is a proud owner of a pair of lovely lovely earrings from his shop*

johnart said:

ernestsewell said:

I just got back from the mall and got us some really cool necklaces and tops!! Those bitches at the buckle sure know how to work it!

LadyLuvSexxy said:

Do post a pic!!

the first thing I ever bought online was this:


in 1999



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the last thing I bought was a sticker for my car

LadyLuvSexxy said:

OOOH Was that you???

This shop will be a totally different, bigger thing than my Etsy shop.
I will also be able to accept credit cards in addition to Paypal, which Etsy doesn't.

ZombieKitten said:

Last thing I bought still hasnt arrived! I got 3 pairs of leggings...black, white, and brown My daughter makes fun of me but if I find something I like I buy it in multiple colors!

Alej said:

I know someone who OTA should get his writing published so we could sell his book.

Alej, whats your book about??

tinaz said:

OOPS, I didn't mean to imply he already wrote a book. I'm just sayin he's an EXCELLENT writer and should be published...I'd be proud to have his work in our store.
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^^^ I need to get mine proofread and out there. 300 pages just sitting there so far.

johnart said:

lawd

!!!!

*LLS proudly models a J. Gascot original*

It fills me with artistic pride to be able to wear artwork.

tinaz said:

johnart said:

very cool!