By donna on December 31, 2008
I may have mentioned David’s new blog, the very existence of which is a true gift to anyone who stumbles upon it. David Pu’u is an extremely gifted photographer and writer. His work is magical and always inspiring. That he has started blogging is a fortunate development not only for the many who are fans [...]
Posted in All, life, ocean, photography |
By donna on December 30, 2008
I posted this some time ago and assumed everyone has seen it, alas, I live in a bubble of eco-consciousness. Most of my customers already consider the source when they shop and that’s why they choose Betty Belts and Betty B. They know we manufacture ethically. Always have, since 2003. So lately it became obvious [...]
Posted in All, Environmental, conscious consumerism, recycling |
By donna on December 9, 2008
Congratulations Mary Osborne, Jeanette Ortiz, and surfing twins Sierra Partridge and Hailey Partridge! Rock on, ladies! The Betty Belts Surf Team, from left Sierra Partridge, Jeanette Ortiz, Mary Osborne, Bo Stanley and Hailey Partridge. Photo copyright David Pu’u You may have seen the stunning images of these girls surfing, modeling my designs, swimming with dolphins… [...]
Posted in All, ocean, photography, women, women's surfing |
By donna on December 4, 2008
“Bargain prices without sweatshops? We know a few stores that could learn a thing or two from Betty.” Thank you, Treehugger Photo via Betty Belts Betty Belts wood cuff bracelet Made from sustainable sono wood, this gorgeous cuff is the stocking stuffer of choice for accessory addicts everywhere. And Betty Belts gives back where they [...]
Posted in All, Environmental, Products, conscious consumerism, fashion |
By donna on November 28, 2008
Seth Godin is my favorite blogger. In fact, his is the only blog I subscribe to and read almost every day (that alone, says a lot). He blogged today about something that has been on my mind a lot lately, as I see small and large businesses fold like dominoes around us. Don’t know what [...]
Posted in All, conscious consumerism, small business |
By donna on November 26, 2008
Wow, things are HAPPENING. This came in today from Tea at the Social Goodies Blog. The rumors you’ve heard are true. Planet Good Radio is indeed launching next week. And Donna von Hoesslin of Betty Belts, this year’s Environmental Excellence Award Winner for the City of Ventura, will join me on our first broadcast next [...]
Posted in All, Environmental, conscious consumerism, events, women |
By donna on November 9, 2008
Come join us Monday November 10th 7-9pm at the Four Seasons Hotel in Westlake Village for the latest Ladies Who Launch event. The main attraction is inspiring author Daryn Kagan talking about her new book “What’s Possible, highlighting 50 true stories about people who dared to dream they could make a difference”. Betty Belts will [...]
Posted in conscious consumerism, events, trunk shows, women |
By donna on November 8, 2008
I’m so happy to announce that you can now find my designs in fabulous The Four Seasons Hotel in Westlake Village, California. This is one among many new and unique retailers we have added to our list. Also find my designs at these retailers from around the world that we recently added to the Betty [...]
Posted in All |
By donna on November 5, 2008
Thank you, America, for choosing change! For making history! For making me no longer regret I didn’t get a German passport when I had the chance back when I lived in Berlin. For giving the rest of the world a chance to like us again. Perhaps even love us.
Posted in election, life, politics |
By donna on November 4, 2008
Posted in All, election, humor, politics |
