Embracing Boho and Hippie-Inspired Summer Traditions
Summer is a season of warmth, adventure, and freedom—an ideal time to embrace the boho and hippie spirit.
Let’s explore some boho and hippie-inspired summer traditions that will help you connect with nature, foster creativity, and celebrate the free spirit within you.
The summer solstice, the longest day of the year, holds significant spiritual meaning for many. Host a solstice gathering where you can welcome the sun's energy and celebrate the abundance of nature. Create a ceremonial space adorned with flowers, crystals, and candles. Embrace traditions like yoga, meditation, dancing, or simply sitting in silent contemplation as the sun sets.
Escape the city life and immerse yourself in nature with a boho-inspired camping adventure. Choose a picturesque location surrounded by lush greenery, serene lakes, or majestic mountains. Set up a campsite adorned with tapestries, dreamcatchers, and fairy lights. Enjoy evenings filled with storytelling, stargazing, and roasting marshmallows over a bonfire. Dress in comfy, earthy-toned clothing and enjoy the simplicity and beauty of being in nature.
The boho and hippie lifestyle have always celebrated creativity and self-expression. Organize DIY art and craft workshops where participants can unleash their inner artists. Set up stations for tie-dyeing t-shirts, creating dreamcatchers, making flower crowns, or painting mandalas. Use natural materials like feathers, beads, and shells to decorate. Allow attendees to express themselves freely, fostering a sense of imagination and personal style.
Connect with your inner self and the natural world through outdoor yoga and meditation sessions. Find a peaceful spot in a park, garden, or beach and invite others to join you in gentle stretches, mindful breathing, and guided meditation. Encourage everyone to dress in comfortable, breathable yoga attire and embrace the freedom of movement and spiritual connection that comes with these practices.
Support local farmers and artisans by exploring your nearest farmer's market. Wander through stalls filled with organic produce, handmade jewelry, and unique handicrafts. Dress in flowing, bohemian-inspired outfits and bring along a reusable tote bag to carry your treasures. Engage with the vendors, learn about their crafts, and immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of community and sustainability.
Gather your loved ones and celebrate the beauty of nature with a boho-inspired picnic. Find a scenic spot, spread out a vintage-inspired blanket, and set the stage with mismatched cushions and fairy lights. Prepare an assortment of fresh fruits, organic snacks, and refreshing herbal teas. Encourage attendees to bring musical instruments, play acoustic tunes, or simply share laughter and stories amidst the idyllic surroundings.
Summer is a wonderful time to embrace the boho and hippie spirit by incorporating these traditions into your life. Whether it's immersing yourself in the power of live music, celebrating the summer solstice, embarking on outdoor adventures, nurturing creativity, or embracing mindfulness, these traditions will allow you to experience the freedom, beauty, and interconnectedness that boho and hippie lifestyles embody. Embrace the joy and magic of summer with a bohemian twist, and create memories that will last a lifetime.
peace & Love,
Olga
Spring is in the air!
"Behold, my friends, spring has come; the earth has gladly received the embraces of the sun, and we shall soon see the results of their love."
The earth starts to wake up after the long winter, the greens start to go and flowers to blossom. This is the season of renewal, rebirth, and opportunity. Spending time outside, you can feel this fresh energy, and it feels so good!
According to some traditions and ayurveda, spring is prime time for a cleanse. a cleanse for the body, mind, and even our environment. reflecting over our lifestyle and eliminating the no longer necessary. Gather a community of like-minded friends and go out to public parks, beaches, and forests to clean out trash. This kind of cleanse benefits all living beings.
Spring is also a time for celebration! Easter, Passover, Earth Day, and Mother’s Day to name a few. Celebrate each with intention and appreciation for this beautiful season.
Spring is the season to think deeply about our mother earth. As we continue to take, mother earth losing the ability to give. We must show Earth the love she has so selflessly shown us. IF we all make small changes, we can make a big difference.
While I believe that every day should be earth day, lets use the Spring season, and the celebration of Earth Day to come back to our devotion to the planet.
Nature is my inspiration and my everything. My art is a physical expression of my inner soul and true self. I hope to inspire others to live an earthy, happy, and mindful lifestyle.
Most of my designs carry elements from nature, and my goal is to promote green living from a young age.
This spring season, get your little ones involved, teach them about mother earth, plant some trees, go out for a park cleanse together. Enjoy this beautiful season to the fullest by giving back.
Happy Spring!
peace & Love,
Olga
Freedom is Bliss
“freedom is the essence of nature, and bliss is the essence of freedom”
we are all born free and blissful. Sometimes, as we grow up and mature, this essence of nature, freedom, and bliss is clouded by our society and other distractions. If we remember that this is the only truth and we are able to overcome confusing obstacles of lifestyle and ignorance, we can come back to this feeling of freedom and bliss.
Sometimes to be a little rebellious is not a bad thing at all. Being different and not following the crowd may be the door that leads to that freedom.
Also doing something crafty, artsy, and playing music can bring us closer to complete freedom and bliss, even if just for a little while.
Find freedom in the little things in life, like a walk-in nature, create a unique art piece, or dance like no one is watching.
Remember that this inner freedom is always available to you, if only you stop going through the daily motions and focus on your inner self.
Freedom and bliss are also experienced when you stay true to who you really are, enjoy being yourself!
Many of our designs invoke and inspire this essence of freedom and bliss. Each design has a special name and a short meaning. We invite you to explore each meaning and think about it deeply. We hope it inspires freedom and bliss in your day.
peace & Love,
Olga
So Many Good Reasons to Shop Small This Holiday Season!
The holiday shopping season is here! This year, surprise your loved ones with one-of-a-kind gifts by shopping small and local.
Below you will find lots of good reasons to shop small, plus, we featured some of our favorite shops, Artists, & makers. The following are not sponsored or affiliated links, just a beautiful collection that may inspire the most perfect gifts.
A.W. Mercantile - curated collection exclusively sourced from Florida based makers. the perfect place for you to shop quality products & find that perfect gift. Shop in store or online.
When shopping from small businesses, you get to support the creators, artists, and makers directly - which is pretty awesome!
Sans Market - a zero waste lifestyle store in St. Petersburg FL. Shop in store or online.
Local store and boutique owners create local jobs and buy local items themselves. In turn you get to support the local economy.
Somewhere in Carmel - A cozy collective in Carmel-By-The-Sea in California. Shop in store or online.
Items and services usually have a better quality with more attention to detail. Also, you will probably get a much better and personalized customer service experience.
The Vibe Shop - Plant Powered Home + Body Products.
Small businesses and local markets create a sense of community. you usually get to meet the owners, creating a personal connection, which is priceless.
Aquani - Collecting inspiration from nature, architecture, and travel, a collection of handmade artisanal jewelry.
One of the best things about shopping small is that you get to discover unique and one-of-a-kind gifts!
Kind Heart Designs - Upcycled Goods and Original Art with an emphasis on kindness for others, our beautiful planet, and ourselves.
Sunhouse Craft - Each work weaves together crafting traditions of Appalachia, natural materials, and timeless design. The end result are tools that bring back a sense of everyday magic into our daily work and chores.
It also feels really really really good to know that you are supporting a local maker and small business owner.
Mother Of Pearl Shop - Eco-friendly, Locally, and Uniquely made pieces for your little ones.
The Sustainable Baby Co. - Moon makers, Ethical, Sustainable, Organic, and Locally sourced materials.
Plus, you will usually get really cute packaging that was put together with positive vibes, intention, and love. You might also get special thank you notes and little extra something with your orders. It makes the whole shopping experience fun and rewarding!
The 12th Moon - Celestial Apothecary for the Modern Mystic. Hand-crafted art, botanicals & oddities for all your mystical needs.
Other ways that you can support your local small businesses and favorite online shops is by sharing their website or social medial with your family and friends.
Hippie Baby Co (this is us!) - Unique, Boho, and Yoga inspired artwear for babies, kids and women. Inspiring peace, Freedom, and Green Living Through Art!
There are so many more good reasons to shop small this holiday season (and year-round really!) and lots more beautiful shops to support. Hopefully, we inspired you with our selection and you find something unique for your loved ones.
Remember that we always appreciate your love & Support - Happy Holidays!
A Touch of Philosophy
“We become grateful for what we have when we realize we are one with what we experience”
I was introduced to philosophy over a decade ago and It has become a very major part of my being.
I love to read about different philosophical theories, discuss deep thoughts that may seem out of this world, and tend to add a touch of it in my art.
Each design that I create takes lots of thought, meaning, and purpose. Most of my designs have either hidden messages to discover, or direct words to portray a beautiful message.
Can you see the philosophical significance in some of the following desings? I will leave some hints below each image!
“Different IS Beautiful” Kids/Youth Tee Shirt in Mauve
I created my "Different is Beautiful" design to pass on an important message to little ones (and everybody around them): Be different, unique, stand out! Don't just try to fit in ("like sheep"), create your own path, love who you are, be who you were meant to be ❤
“Different IS Beautiful” Decorative sticker
I feel like many of us have been thought from childhood to fit in and blend in with society, but I feel like we were born to stand out, to pursue our true potential, meaning, dharma.. find your own vibe within your tribe.
“Fearless Kiwi” Kids Fleece Sweatshirt in Ocean
The Kiwi, an endangered little bird that is native to New Zealand, thought to have originated from the union of the Sky Father and the Earth Mother (because they can’t fly, how they arrived in New Zealand is not completely clear). This Fearless little bird is here to teach us that even the longest and most difficult ventures have a starting point; something which begins with one step!
“Fearless Kiwi” Organic Sleeveless Romper in Natural
If you allow it, fear will take over your actions. It will stop you from doing the things that you love most. If only we are able to acknowledge the fear, push it aside, and start with one step, the outcome may be outstanding!
“Peaceful Forest” Organic Baby Bodysuits and Cotton Tees
The peaceful forest, earthy and mysterious, where you can feel the union of existence and oneness with all life. So, get your symbolic hiking shoes and begin searching for answers out in the wild. Explore what is right, radiate outward with love and curiosity.
“Peaceful Forest” Decorative Sticker
Featuring a Wild Turkey, a Mindful Squirrel, and a Zenned Out Snail living peacefully in their wild environment among the healing Echinacea Flower and Trippy Mushrooms in a dimensionless unity of absolute perfection.
“Peaceful Forest” Organic Cotton Baby Bodysuit in Natural
if you would like to learn more about each design, each item description will have a quote that inspired it or a few sentences with the meaning behind it. My goal is to promote peace, freedom and green living through my art (with a touch of philosophy)!
peace & Love,
Olga
Welcome Autumn - A Season of Change and Transformation.
Autumn is a time to breathe deeply and appreciate change as it comes.
Fall Wishes Kids Tee Shirt - Limited Edition
What if we make a wish upon every falling leaf? In the magical Fall season, we may have 1000 wishes come true! Realign your thoughts with magical possibilities rather than skeptical limitations and amazing things will happen.
Fall Wishes Kids Tee Shirt - Limited Edition
Autumn is a time to enjoy nature’s gifts of fall, celebrate the harvest, and give thanks to Mother Earth.
Te Amo Pachamama Baby Bodysuit in Sage Color.
Earth Mother of the indigenous people, Pachamama’s body is our world. She asks you to recognize that you are within her, and she is within you. Sitting among the trees you can feel this energy. Listen to the call of the wild and bring your children along.
Autumn is Mother Nature’s way of showing that even the most beautiful things aren’t permanent.
Skull De Amor Kids Long Sleeve Shirt
Skull De Amor design was inspired by the inevitable changes in seasons, life, and love. If we can stay mindful and maintain our breath - our life force - we can make it through anything.
Euphoric Yeti sweatshirt in Earthy color
Euphoric Yeti sweatshirt in Earthy color
Euphoric Yeti sweatshirt in Earthy color
The Euphoric Yeti is here to remind us… that living a truthful life is good for the soul and everyone around. To be gentle is to recognize our imperfections as beauty (self-love) and that being “weird” is awesome. And finally, that the essence of being fearless is to trust in the universe.
FREE RANGE CHICKENS - KIDS ORGANIC YOGA LEGGINGS - LIMITED EDITION