12th Avenue South « Life* á la mode

October 6, 2009

Viva!

Filed under: 12th Avenue South,About damn time,East Siiide,Everyday,Fashion Forward,Franklin,Green Hills,Hillsboro Village,Live on the Green,Local Biz — Tags: Nashville — Ms. Tabitha @ 9:35 am

Finally, Nashville gets some love in the Blogosphere. When Domino was in print, I wished that a city guide featured Nashville. No dice.

But my wait is over – something I love even more than Domino now has a thorough guide to Nashville. Thanks to a girl named Lindsay (if anyone knows if she has a blog, let me know please?) Nashville is today’s featured city on Design*Sponge! I am so excited!

She has listed everything from shopping to eateries to things to see and do. Local businesses got a lot of love too. Just a few from her list - Marche, Two Elle, imogene+willie, Crema, I Dream of Weenie … it’s a wonderful guide that even people who live here should check out. We always think we know what to do or where to go when out-of-towners ask, but do we? Really?

Well, now we at least have a good list to arm ourselves with.

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July 17, 2009

SELLING

Filed under: 12th Avenue South,Uncategorized — Ms. Tabitha @ 9:27 am

Please tell your friends to come by tomorrow. Yard Sale on Paris Avenue between 12th Avenue South and 10th Avenue South.

I, personally, am selling:

Nicole Miller cocktail dress
Traditional Chinese cheongsam that’s great for cocktail parties
Heels – J-crew, Banana Republic, Nine West, BCBGirls. All worn only a few times. Size 5 1/2 or 6
Clothes that I just can’t fit into anymore from known brands and designers and some items from high-end boutiques.
Stainless steel flatware, a set of 4 hand blown glasses, small set of dishes and bowls

My friends are also selling clothes and shoes. There will be more household items sold, accessories, probably books and some really nice furniture. I know one of them has a ton of dresses. None of us are extremely willing to part with any of these because they’re all in such great shape but I’m trying to make room for personal reasons, and my friends just moved into a new place and are trying to reorganize and another is trying to renovate and sell their home. Anything that’s less-than-ideal in shape/quality we’re already donating to Goodwill and we’re not even going to try to sell it to you.

Come on through, we’ll be there first thing in the morning.

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December 11, 2008

It’s not me, it’s you

Filed under: 12th Avenue South — Ms. Tabitha @ 10:07 am

I broke up with my hairdresser. After almost 7 years of going to him, I had to cut the cord. Why? Well, through no 100% fault of his own, he can’t cut hair anymore. He’s always done a stellar job too, but the other day? It looked like I just bent over and snipped away without looking in a mirror. It looked great from the front but in the back? Yikes.

A girlfriend of mine who always has great hair recommended Green Pea salon. Her girl, however, is booked solid till the first of the new year. I needed someone stat. The first available girl was Erika so I took a chance, and I’m quite glad I did. She listened, she checked out the situation and she was careful to not just go for it but instead checked whether I liked the first round of corrections and when I gave her carte blanche, the end result was just what I needed.

What used to be … lordy I forget the name of that boutique that used to be there help me out here. It’s on the corner of Paris Ave and 12th Ave South. They used to have these hideous plants outside of it… ANYWAY! Green Pea Salon looks nothing on the outside like the boutique that used to be there. They repainted it a soft color, and it is as pleasant as it looks.

Full of West Elm furnishings (and you know how much of a West Elm sucker I am) they mix the retro feel of the old garage it sits in with modern decor. I also love that they kept the retro seafoam green tiles in the bathroom.

My husband also goes there, as does my girlfriend’s husband and a couple of their friends so it’s definitely a great salon for men too. Price wise? Erika charges $30 for guys and $45 for women for a cut and to me that’s not bad at all. She also does hairdo’s for special occasions.
Green Pea Salon | 2900 12th Ave South | 615.297.6878

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April 30, 2008

SALE!

Filed under: 12th Avenue South,Just plain haute — Ms. Tabitha @ 11:30 am

Of the Yard variety, that is!

This Saturday, May 3rd starting at 6am till everything’s sold, some friends and I are selling our clothes, home furnishings, accessories and other really neat stuff. Anything that’s not sell-worthy, we’ve donated to Goodwill. We’re putting prices on things that are still in really good condition so it’ll be worth your time to stop by. Tell your friends! Here’s a list of what we’re going to have:

APPAREL – all men’s & women’s styles:

Brands (not necessarily all we have) – Anthropologie, Urban Outfitters, H&M, Exprses, Banana Republic, Anna Sui, Ralph Lauren, Calvin Klein, Izod and more. Casual to work appropriate, styles are current and we’ll also have vintage clothes. Sizes XS/S – L/XL.

Denim: Citizens of Humanity, Seven for All Mankind, Diesel.. just to name a few.

Shoes sizes 5 to 11

Accessories: Handbags, laptop bags, briefcases, luggage bags, scarves, hats

HOME GOODS

Electronics: DVD players, entertainment center components (tuners, what have you), microwaves

Furniture: coffee/side/end tables, nightstands, dining tables/chairs

Kitchen/Dining: Flatware/dish sets, silverware (used and new), cups/mugs, serving pieces. Brand new punch bowls.

Home Accessories: CD Rack, wine rack, wall art, home decor knick knacks, one brand new leather care set. Glass vases and cylinders. One IKEA dresser.

Also, books, cd’s and lots of other items. Like I said, we’re only selling good quality stuff, nothing that’s on the verge of falling apart. We wouldn’t sell what we wouldn’t buy for ourselves.

You’ll find us on Paris Avenue between 12th and 10th Ave South. Landmarks so you don’t miss the turn: 12th South Yoga or that garage where Bloke used to be. It’s a hair place now.

See you there!!!!

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April 18, 2007

Humpday Dreams

Filed under: 12th Avenue South — Ms. Tabitha @ 10:18 pm

It’s only Wednesday but I’m already plotting what I’ll be doing for the weekend.

Continuing on my quest to gussy up the interior of my home, I will be heading to 12th South for its annual Tour of Homes. I really really enjoyed the one of Belmont, and I know there are homes on 12th South that I’d love to see.

Tickets are only $8, it starts at 10am and ends at 5pm. There’s more information here .

Go, see, and be inspired!!!

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March 8, 2007

Local Honey

Filed under: 12th Avenue South,Fashion Forward — Ms. Tabitha @ 9:52 pm

My adoration for vintage clothes shopping in Nashville always stops short when I look at the price tag and receive a big punch in the face when I see that the cardigan I have in my hands costs $85. Um, did fairies knit this? But thanks to the lovely ladies at Local Honey vintage clothing store on 12th Ave South and Linden Ave, I’m not apprehensive anymore.

Reasonable prices aside, what they offer is tasteful and varied. From leather boots to chunky-knit sweaters to the cutest dresses just perfect for Spring, you’ll find that your vintage needs will be catered to. They have new arrivals every week, a killer sale rack, and lovely housewares as well.

Helen, who co-owns the shop, also makes her own clothes and recently sold a dress to the wife of someone whose name rhymes with Mack Dwight. Bring your vintage pieces and exchange them for store credit or other finds from the shop! Check out the furniture and home decorative accessories they have for sale.

Local honey also provides alteration and mending services! You can find them on MySpace. No website yet, so you have yet another reason to go by and see for yourself what Local Honey has waiting for you!

Local Honey ˚ 1207 Linden Ave ˚ Nashville ˚ Mon – Sat 10 – 6, Sun 12 – 5

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January 30, 2007

Sadie B. – Going Out of Business Sale

Filed under: 12th Avenue South,Everyday,Home — Ms. Tabitha @ 8:30 pm

‘Tis a sad day… Sadie B. on 12th Avenue South just across the parking lot from Trim/Mirror is closing its doors so their fabulous housewares are now on massive sale.

They are the only place in Nashville I know that carries Nigella Lawson’s “Living Kitchen” product and I’m heading there tomorrow to see what I can salvage for myself. Sadie B. is (while I can still use the present tense) one of the coolest places in town for gifts and I still regret not registering for my wedding there. Flatware, china, home accessories – it’s all there so please go have a look before you no longer have a chance to.

Sadie B.
Tabletops and Gifts
2309 12th Avenue South
Nashville, TN 37204

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