What’s in My Bike Basket? Featuring Shauna Kupetz

Posted on June 17, 2013 by inspiredbythebike — Leave a comment ↓
You know that “this is too good to be true” feeling when you see an email in your inbox from someone you never thought would actually email you? That’s what I thought when I got my first email from Shauna at JAM. I think I was like, no way – this can’t be real. And then it was – this amazing shop keeper was asking if I wanted to become a part of one of the most artisan-friendly shops in town! I love featuring her this week for many reasons from her wonderful spirity, talent and smarts and  - because of course, she’s all about supporting the artisans in her store with what’s in her bike basket. Be sure to stop in and meet Shauna and you just may meet one of your local favorites in the shop – you never know who is jamming.
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Because I have this awesome shop to choose from:
A Bicyclette bike basket liner/tote for my big adventures
A JAM signature mason jar sippy cup
A Scout wristlet for my littles (license, Credit Card, tinted fresh lip moisturizer)
My little wood cased iPhone!
And, Shvivee :)
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Girl Rising This Father’s Day

Posted on June 16, 2013 by inspiredbythebike — Leave a comment ↓

Good evening everyone. As I round out a great, relaxing day dedicated to my Dad, I am watching Girl Rising on CNN. I saw it in the theater for a special screening a few weeks ago that my amazing friend was able to bring to town. It was such a powerful collection of stories, that I can’t wait to finish watching it again tonight. It’s all about what happens when girls get an education – and what terrible things happen when they don’t. 

Two of my favorite stories were ones that the fathers were heavily involved in – because I believe this isn’t a chick thing, a feminist thing, a girl power thing – this is a family issue, it’s a human issue. So I say to my Dad, to my family, and to my community – thank you for ensuring I understood the importance of education from elementary school through my MBA.

I will pay it forward.  

If you have an opportunity, make sure to see this film. There is a particular story where bicycles are prevalent throughout the scene – they become the symbol of freedom and it will make all you bike lovers out there smile at their power to change lives. 

Happy Father’s Day. If you’ve seen the film, please feel free to share your thoughts below

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Calling all Cruisers, Commuters, and Cycling Enthusiasts

Posted on June 11, 2013 by inspiredbythebike — 1 Comment ↓

Calling all Cruisers, Commuters, and Cycling Enthusiasts

Join the ladies of Bicyclette and My Battle Buddy Fitness for an evening of information and FUN!

We will cover topics such as stretching and strengthening for biking beginners; pre and post-ride nutrition; and great ways to burn extra calories on your rides.

Donations are optional but welcome. All cash donations will go to Women Bike. Please bring all of your unwanted biking equipment which will be donated to We-Cycle.

Space is limited! Bring your friends and RSVP here.

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New Hand Poured Soy Wax Candle with an Ocean Breeze Fragrance

Posted on June 9, 2013 by inspiredbythebike — Leave a comment ↓

New Handpoured Soy Wax Candle with an Ocean Breeze Fragrance

Summer breeze. Ocean spray. Sand volleyball. The Strand. And you and your bike.

Just Coastin‘ is a play on both coasting on your bike and dreaming of summers on the coast.

Fragrance: Ocean Breeze.

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What’s in My Bike Basket? Featuring Jennifer Boonlorn with Soul Carrier

Posted on June 9, 2013 by inspiredbythebike — Leave a comment ↓
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I am just loving what some of my favorite fashionistas and entrepreneurs have in their bike baskets – and Jennifer Boonlorn with Soul Carrier has definitely inspired me with what’s in hers…I now have a new book on my summer reading list for 2013!
What’s In My Bike Basket by Jennifer:
  • My Soul Carrier Alexander Jane clutch
  • My Journal
  • A Glass Water Bottle from Target
  • Book : Rework by Jason Fried and David Heinemeier Hansson — a must read for all entrepreneurs 

Check out her manifesto to learn more about what she believes about her role in this world and what a difference she can make in this life. And soon, we hope to have some exciting news to share with you about a product idea we have brewing together.

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What’s in My Bike Basket? Featuring Nikki with Flora Apothecary

Posted on June 3, 2013 by inspiredbythebike — 1 Comment ↓

Playing off of the concept of what’s in my bag/purse/wallet etc in magazines, we thought it would be fun to showcase what’s in the bike baskets of very cool, talented, smart, stylish, crafty, bike lovers, or business ladies around our country.

It’s only fitting that we kick off the week by sharing what’s in Nikki with Flora Apothecary’s bike basket – because she’s been so welcoming to Bicyclette, introduced me to Lauren Kelly who does our bike basket liners exclusively – and just happens to make my favorite organic skincare products around.

What’s in My Bike Basket – by Nikki

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It’s filled with:

  • Lalita facial elixir
  • Zana lip balm
  • Peter Thomas Roth sunscreen
  • Versace cat eye glasses (a wedding gift from my hubby)
  • MAC Desert Rose CreamSheen Lipgloss
  • Flower remedies by Clare g Harvey
  • 32oz of H2O
  • Homemade juice (orange, apple,carrot, celery, parsley, cucumber)

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Meet the Artisan: Lauren of Lauren Kelly Designs

Posted on May 23, 2013 by inspiredbythebike — 4 Comments ↓

Serendipity is amazing. I was at the MADE market this past holiday season and a very friendly and stylish woman comes up to my booth and essentially says that we need to start a new basket liner collection and that she could be the one to help make it happen. We met at the Madison Improvement Club at the top of 2013 and within a month, new basket liners were added to our Bicyclette collection. Lauren has a great sense of style, is a perfectionist and I love collaborating with her by sharing the feedback from our customers – we come up with new patterns, new colors and it’s fun to see all the smiles of delight when people discover that the basket liners can also be taken on the go!

It’s my pleasure to introduce you to Lauren, the woman behind the basket liners!

Lauren and her Dad

Lauren and her Dad

What inspired you to start making bike basket liners?
One of my favorite pastimes is beach cruising with my friends when the weather is beautiful, so when my best friend got a bike for her birthday I wanted to get her a matching liner. I never liked any of the liners I saw in bike stores or online, so I set out to make one with the help of my grandmother..

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What do you love about bike riding in San Diego?
It’s a great way to get exercise, socialize and have fun all at the same time. I also love to bring my dogs while I’m out and about. The little ones love to ride in my basket with a dog pillow while my large dog Bentley loves to ride along side.

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What’s in your bike basket?
Definitely my iPhone so I can connect with friends or take pictures, but my favorite basket accessory is a furry little long-haired Chihuahua named Peanut.

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What’s up next for your product line? Do tell!
I’ve designed a downloadable step-by-step bicycle basket liner pattern for the beginner seamstress. In 12 colorful pages you can print out the sewing instructions and make your own basket liner in four different styles: one fabric , reversible (two fabrics), reversible with liner straps and reversible with straps and a dog pillow.

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(Sorbet Basket Liner)

To celebrate our Meet the Artisan blog and Lauren, receive 20% off our bike basket liner collection with the coupon code “basketliner” through the end of the month. Find the collection here.

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La Belle Vie Basket Liner

La Belle Vie Basket Liner

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