“Not what we say about our blessings, but how we use them, is the true measure of our thanksgiving.” ~W.T. Purkiser
I have a lot to be thankful for this year.
First and foremost, I am grateful for another wonderful year on this planet, Earth. I am also thankful to have found a career-path that I love. One that has opened my eyes, inspired me and made me a true believer that you can live your dream!
This past year has been an exciting ride with the launch of the free to be yoga tees line. It was a big accomplishment for me, after a year of hard work and research on the concept. Having an idea that sprouted during a yoga practice turn into reality has been one of the most gratifying experiences of my life. No one can ever take this experience away from me, and for that, I will be forever grateful.
I know I’ve said this before, and I’m sure I will say it again...I am so very thankful for wonderful family, friends, and fans of free to be yoga tees, whose support means the world and fuels my soul. I am truly blessed.
As a small gesture of gratitude, free to be yoga tees will offer FREE SHIPPING on all orders placed online at freetobeyogatees.com from Wednesday Nov. 23 starting at 10am (eastern) through Monday, Nov. 28 at 10pm (eastern).
Wishing you all a very Happy Thanksgiving!
Namaste,
Julie
Monday, November 21, 2011
Tuesday, November 8, 2011
NEW ARRIVALS!
“Grow where you are planted.” ~proverb
Great news!! The new additions to the free to be yoga tees line have arrived--and just in time for the holiday season!
The new arrivals include a long sleeve women’s tee in charcoal black, made from organic bamboo and organic cotton, while the anticipated men’s line makes its debut with a black short sleeve tee made from an organic bamboo/cotton blend.
Proudly made in the USA, all free to be yoga tee styles are on sale now under the shop tab at freetobeyogatees.com! The online store is open 24/7, and all major credit cards are accepted!
Only 46 more shopping days until Christmas!
Until next time...
Namaste!
Great news!! The new additions to the free to be yoga tees line have arrived--and just in time for the holiday season!
The new arrivals include a long sleeve women’s tee in charcoal black, made from organic bamboo and organic cotton, while the anticipated men’s line makes its debut with a black short sleeve tee made from an organic bamboo/cotton blend.
Proudly made in the USA, all free to be yoga tee styles are on sale now under the shop tab at freetobeyogatees.com! The online store is open 24/7, and all major credit cards are accepted!
Only 46 more shopping days until Christmas!
Until next time...
Namaste!
Friday, October 21, 2011
can free to be yoga tees go in the dryer?
“We should all do what, in the long run, gives us joy, even if it is only picking grapes or sorting the laundry.” ~E.B. White
Hey all!
I just wanted to provide a brief update to the FAQ’s I posted awhile back on the free to be yoga tee line. One of the most frequent asked questions I get is whether or not you can put the tee in the dryer.
Well, the original answer I gave was straight from the manufacture I work with. They suggest the shirts can be put in the dryer on low, and that shrinkage is similar or less than you would expect in top quality cotton fabrics.
Early in the process, I had tested sample tees in the dryer and didn’t notice any change. However, since my tees have been complete, I myself have yet to put one in the dryer. That’s just how I am--I hang a lot of my clothes to air dry for various reasons. But I decided I should test it myself so that my customers don’t have to be the guinea pig.
So, after drying my tee on low heat, it did shrink. Totally bummed by this, and if you already own a tee and have had this problem, please let me know. I’m really sorry about that! But I am glad I did it so I know going forward!
The moral of this story (or rather blog!) is that you should skip putting your free to be yoga tee in the dryer. Hang it to dry...that way it will keep it’s shape/size perfectly, it will last longer, and heck--it’s more eco-friendly to hang your clothes to dry anyway, right? ;)
Namaste!
Hey all!
I just wanted to provide a brief update to the FAQ’s I posted awhile back on the free to be yoga tee line. One of the most frequent asked questions I get is whether or not you can put the tee in the dryer.
Well, the original answer I gave was straight from the manufacture I work with. They suggest the shirts can be put in the dryer on low, and that shrinkage is similar or less than you would expect in top quality cotton fabrics.
Early in the process, I had tested sample tees in the dryer and didn’t notice any change. However, since my tees have been complete, I myself have yet to put one in the dryer. That’s just how I am--I hang a lot of my clothes to air dry for various reasons. But I decided I should test it myself so that my customers don’t have to be the guinea pig.
So, after drying my tee on low heat, it did shrink. Totally bummed by this, and if you already own a tee and have had this problem, please let me know. I’m really sorry about that! But I am glad I did it so I know going forward!
The moral of this story (or rather blog!) is that you should skip putting your free to be yoga tee in the dryer. Hang it to dry...that way it will keep it’s shape/size perfectly, it will last longer, and heck--it’s more eco-friendly to hang your clothes to dry anyway, right? ;)
Namaste!
Tuesday, October 11, 2011
coming soon!
“Don’t make money your goal. Instead, pursue the things you love doing, and then do them so well that people can’t take their eyes off you. “ ~Maya Angelou
If you just can’t get enough of your free to be yoga tee, you are in luck! New styles are coming soon! And if you have yet to buy one, perhaps our new tees will be the right fit for you.
Coming this holiday season, free to be yoga tees will offer a woman’s long sleeve tee. Perfect timing with the cold weather right around the corner!
Also, I’m proud to announce the free to be yoga tee men’s line will debut with a short sleeve tee as well!
Stay tuned for updates. Exciting things to come!
Namaste
If you just can’t get enough of your free to be yoga tee, you are in luck! New styles are coming soon! And if you have yet to buy one, perhaps our new tees will be the right fit for you.
Coming this holiday season, free to be yoga tees will offer a woman’s long sleeve tee. Perfect timing with the cold weather right around the corner!
Also, I’m proud to announce the free to be yoga tee men’s line will debut with a short sleeve tee as well!
Stay tuned for updates. Exciting things to come!
Namaste
Thursday, September 22, 2011
frequently asked questions on the new line
“In order to be irreplaceable, one must always be different.” -Coco Chanel
Greetings!
Hope you are having a great week.
I’ve received some positive feedback so far on the free to be yoga tees, and am so grateful for all of your support. I’ve also received some great questions that I’m sure many of you who have already purchased a tee (or are thinking about it!) are wondering, so I will be providing some information that I hope you will find helpful.
Q- Why bamboo?
A- Bamboo is nature’s most sustainable resource and is naturally regenerative. It’s grown without using pesticides or chemical fertilizers. In addition, bamboo fabric is thermal regulating, has natural wicking properties, is odor resistant and anti-static--plus it even has natural UV protection! It’s also crazy soft, so it’s super comfy to wear! :)
Q- Do the shirts run true to size?
A- Yes and no. The tank tops and the sage green v-neck tee are true to size. The charcoal black v-neck tee is running a little on the smaller side, so order a larger size when in doubt.
Q- Are the shirts organic?
A- Yes, they are made from 100% viscose fiber produced from certified organically grown bamboo or blended cotton, organic cotton, Lycra or recycled polyester. If you purchase a baby-rib tank, you may notice the care label does not say organic--but rest assured they are! The shirt manufacturer I work with was finishing up a batch of older labels (instead of wasting them--which I can totally appreciate!)
Q- What is the best way to wash/dry a free to be yoga tee?
A- According to the manufacturer, you can wash the tees just like you would cotton--cold or warm water and tumble dry low. Do not use bleach or fabric softener. Harsh detergents can cause holes, so they should be avoided. Remove promptly from the dryer. Because viscose from bamboo fabric is so absorbent, the shirts will absorb the moisture from your other clothes in the dryer and will be the last of your clothes to dry. Shrinkage is similar or less than you would expect in top quality cotton fabrics.
Q- Anything else I should know about free to be yoga tees?
A- Yes! The fabric is free of chlorine and formaldehyde, and the custom design work on tees is printed with water-based inks, which are better for the environment than those printed with plastisol ink (widely used in the t-shirt industry).
Q- I’m not quite ready to buy my yoga tee yet. If I wait, can I still get style, size and color I have my eye on?
A- We have a limited inventory available for the inaugural line. Once we are out of certain styles, sizes and colors, there is a good chance we will not be getting more in. We hope to have new styles and designs soon. More to come on that!
Interesting stuff, huh? If you have a question that I did not cover, please feel free to reach out to me at freetobeyogatees@gmail.com and I will be happy to help.
Now go rock your free to be yoga tee! :)
Namaste
Greetings!
Hope you are having a great week.
I’ve received some positive feedback so far on the free to be yoga tees, and am so grateful for all of your support. I’ve also received some great questions that I’m sure many of you who have already purchased a tee (or are thinking about it!) are wondering, so I will be providing some information that I hope you will find helpful.
Q- Why bamboo?
A- Bamboo is nature’s most sustainable resource and is naturally regenerative. It’s grown without using pesticides or chemical fertilizers. In addition, bamboo fabric is thermal regulating, has natural wicking properties, is odor resistant and anti-static--plus it even has natural UV protection! It’s also crazy soft, so it’s super comfy to wear! :)
Q- Do the shirts run true to size?
A- Yes and no. The tank tops and the sage green v-neck tee are true to size. The charcoal black v-neck tee is running a little on the smaller side, so order a larger size when in doubt.
Q- Are the shirts organic?
A- Yes, they are made from 100% viscose fiber produced from certified organically grown bamboo or blended cotton, organic cotton, Lycra or recycled polyester. If you purchase a baby-rib tank, you may notice the care label does not say organic--but rest assured they are! The shirt manufacturer I work with was finishing up a batch of older labels (instead of wasting them--which I can totally appreciate!)
Q- What is the best way to wash/dry a free to be yoga tee?
A- According to the manufacturer, you can wash the tees just like you would cotton--cold or warm water and tumble dry low. Do not use bleach or fabric softener. Harsh detergents can cause holes, so they should be avoided. Remove promptly from the dryer. Because viscose from bamboo fabric is so absorbent, the shirts will absorb the moisture from your other clothes in the dryer and will be the last of your clothes to dry. Shrinkage is similar or less than you would expect in top quality cotton fabrics.
Q- Anything else I should know about free to be yoga tees?
A- Yes! The fabric is free of chlorine and formaldehyde, and the custom design work on tees is printed with water-based inks, which are better for the environment than those printed with plastisol ink (widely used in the t-shirt industry).
Q- I’m not quite ready to buy my yoga tee yet. If I wait, can I still get style, size and color I have my eye on?
A- We have a limited inventory available for the inaugural line. Once we are out of certain styles, sizes and colors, there is a good chance we will not be getting more in. We hope to have new styles and designs soon. More to come on that!
Interesting stuff, huh? If you have a question that I did not cover, please feel free to reach out to me at freetobeyogatees@gmail.com and I will be happy to help.
Now go rock your free to be yoga tee! :)
Namaste
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
my journey with yoga
“Yoga teaches us to cure what need not be endured and endure what cannot be cured.” ~B.K.S. Iyengar
In honor of National Yoga Month, I thought it would a good time to share a little background on my journey with yoga.
I started doing yoga in college--DVDs (okay, actually it was VHS tapes--wow, I’m old!) because lets face it, that was way cheaper than taking a class. I found the practice to be relaxing-something I needed with the stress of university life. I also found it therapeutic, having had hernia surgery my freshman year, which resulted in scar tissue and nerve pain.
Over the following years, I continued to enjoy a peaceful yoga practice when time allowed, but it wasn’t until the last couple of years that I realized how important it would become.
Complications from that surgery back in college came back to haunt me years later, causing chronic pain that basically changed my life. A lot of activities I used to enjoy were no longer possible. The pain began to take over my life. My mind dwelled on it and soon I became overwhelmed with everything.
Along with the pain, other major changes were going on in my life. I had recently quit the job I had been practically married to for many years, and was trying to decide what I wanted to do next. Having more free time than ever, I decided to check out a neighborhood yoga studio--something I hadn’t had the luxury of doing when I was a workaholic.
This move changed my life.
The difference between a yoga DVD and an actual class was huge. It was the best yoga practice I had ever experienced, and I left that day with a new sense of calm...and hope.
My practice deepened tremendously from then on out. Through yoga, I really started to grasp the idea of the mind-body connection, which has been a life-saver dealing with the chronic pain. It’s also helped manage my stress/anxiety, because let’s face it, almost everyone has that these days! Finally, through this love affair that developed with yoga, I was inspired and started free to be yoga tees.
Yoga changed my perspective on how I view life. My mantra “be here now” signifies the importance of living in the moment. A good friend gave that to me, and it’s been a constant reminder to enjoy now. I have a new sense of gratitude for everything and everyone around me. I focus on the positive rather than dwell on the negative. I am more compassionate and I have grown to be more patient (well....more patient than I used to be!) :)
I’ve learned to accept the things I used to fight--especially the pain. I’ve learned to separate how I physically feel from how I am--meaning I can now have a great day even if my pain levels are high. Before, if I was in serious pain, it ruined the day. I’ve learned to listen to my body. I know when to push...when to rest...and to honor that and be happy with where I am.
Yoga has also helped me reconnect with nature. Growing up I was into saving the environment, endangered species, etc. I sort of lost sight of all of that over the years, but yoga has helped put me back in touch with this side of myself. I think there is more to come on this front...just need to figure out exactly what direction I’d like to take, but I know I can make a difference. I believe we all can.
I hope I haven’t completely bored you with my yoga story. But I wanted to share with you, so you’d understand why it’s important to me. Yoga has changed me...it’s inspired me...it’s helped me manage pain...and live a better, more meaningful life.
If you have never tried yoga, I highly recommend checking it out. Whether you are just looking for a new workout regimen, need an outlet to de-stress, suffer from chronic pain--or other health issues for that matter--yoga may be your best bet. And of course, when you practice, don’t forget to wear your free to be yoga tee! Haha, couldn’t help myself! :)
Until next time...
Namaste!
In honor of National Yoga Month, I thought it would a good time to share a little background on my journey with yoga.
I started doing yoga in college--DVDs (okay, actually it was VHS tapes--wow, I’m old!) because lets face it, that was way cheaper than taking a class. I found the practice to be relaxing-something I needed with the stress of university life. I also found it therapeutic, having had hernia surgery my freshman year, which resulted in scar tissue and nerve pain.
Over the following years, I continued to enjoy a peaceful yoga practice when time allowed, but it wasn’t until the last couple of years that I realized how important it would become.
Complications from that surgery back in college came back to haunt me years later, causing chronic pain that basically changed my life. A lot of activities I used to enjoy were no longer possible. The pain began to take over my life. My mind dwelled on it and soon I became overwhelmed with everything.
Along with the pain, other major changes were going on in my life. I had recently quit the job I had been practically married to for many years, and was trying to decide what I wanted to do next. Having more free time than ever, I decided to check out a neighborhood yoga studio--something I hadn’t had the luxury of doing when I was a workaholic.
This move changed my life.
The difference between a yoga DVD and an actual class was huge. It was the best yoga practice I had ever experienced, and I left that day with a new sense of calm...and hope.
My practice deepened tremendously from then on out. Through yoga, I really started to grasp the idea of the mind-body connection, which has been a life-saver dealing with the chronic pain. It’s also helped manage my stress/anxiety, because let’s face it, almost everyone has that these days! Finally, through this love affair that developed with yoga, I was inspired and started free to be yoga tees.
Yoga changed my perspective on how I view life. My mantra “be here now” signifies the importance of living in the moment. A good friend gave that to me, and it’s been a constant reminder to enjoy now. I have a new sense of gratitude for everything and everyone around me. I focus on the positive rather than dwell on the negative. I am more compassionate and I have grown to be more patient (well....more patient than I used to be!) :)
I’ve learned to accept the things I used to fight--especially the pain. I’ve learned to separate how I physically feel from how I am--meaning I can now have a great day even if my pain levels are high. Before, if I was in serious pain, it ruined the day. I’ve learned to listen to my body. I know when to push...when to rest...and to honor that and be happy with where I am.
Yoga has also helped me reconnect with nature. Growing up I was into saving the environment, endangered species, etc. I sort of lost sight of all of that over the years, but yoga has helped put me back in touch with this side of myself. I think there is more to come on this front...just need to figure out exactly what direction I’d like to take, but I know I can make a difference. I believe we all can.
I hope I haven’t completely bored you with my yoga story. But I wanted to share with you, so you’d understand why it’s important to me. Yoga has changed me...it’s inspired me...it’s helped me manage pain...and live a better, more meaningful life.
If you have never tried yoga, I highly recommend checking it out. Whether you are just looking for a new workout regimen, need an outlet to de-stress, suffer from chronic pain--or other health issues for that matter--yoga may be your best bet. And of course, when you practice, don’t forget to wear your free to be yoga tee! Haha, couldn’t help myself! :)
Until next time...
Namaste!
Monday, August 29, 2011
on sale NOW
“As you start to walk out on the way, the way appears.” ~Rumi
I have some BIG news to share with you today. It’s with great pride I announce the debut of the free to be yoga tee line, which is on sale NOW!
The Earth-friendly line features two styles for women--the baby-rib tank and the v-neck tee--with several choices of design and color. Both styles are made from viscose fiber produced from certified organically grown bamboo and blended with either organic cotton (v-neck) or Lycra (tank).
Bamboo is nature’s most sustainable resource and is naturally regenerative. It is grown without using pesticides or chemical fertilizers, and requires no irrigation. The fabric is also known to have natural wicking properties and is odor resistant--making it the perfect top to sweat in! The shirts are also anti-static and have natural UV protection, making them great for any activity indoors or outside.
The custom design work is printed with water-based inks, which are better for the environment than plastisol ink, which is widely used in the t-shirt industry. Even the hangtags are made from recycled paper and are embedded with wildflowers that consumers can soak, plant and watch grow!
In addition to being Earth-friendly, the shirts are proudly made in the USA!
On behalf of free to be yoga tees, I’d like to thank you for your support. Also, I’d like to invite you to check out the line, which is available now at www.freetobeyogatees.com under the SHOP tab.
This has been an incredible adventure so far, not to mention a learning experience. I appreciate your feedback, so if you run into any challenges during the purchase process, please shoot me an e-mail at freetobeyogatees@gmail.com and let me know.
Thanks again!
Namaste,
Julie
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