I keep on trying

Staying positive seems daunting if you choice to inform yourself with what is taking place in our surroundings.
No I am not talking about the economy, nor our forecast of when any of our money matters will improve.
I am speaking about if we choose to become informed with the stories of the people we walk by in the routine of our lives. There are people hurting in these times, people excited about a new day, and many enriching facts about those who we often see in the peripheral of our lives.
Like today, as I was walking to Restored's office downtown, I saw one of our local homeless citizens kicking over tables, throwing ashtrays, walking through traffic, and just causing a ruckus. However no one does anything. We ignore, we pretend he isn't there, hopefully we hit the brakes enough for him to get out of the way.
Truth is as more stories and reflections come from Restored, I am learning that our brand has to have ears to perk up to the people around us.
Though it is painful and chaotic to be in Relationship, that is what we are called to do. Even though I fail at it, I don't give up and keep on trying!
Mica

The Meaning behind, "Our Logo"

One of the best ways we want our customers to become fans of our Brand is their ability to relate to the ideas and themes we put into every design. Restored is about the many things we have lost, been forced to endure, or the very pursuit of renewal.
Our Logo may look Simple at first, but if you look closely you can see the image is being "Restored" itself. One leaf of the olive branch is alive and bearing fruit, while the other has withered and frail. The lettering is doing very much the same and as you read left to right we finally see the letters complete in form.
Finally if you count the olives you will see that there are 12 in number. This is to symbolize the twelve tribes of Israel. As a promised nation they have endured a history of trials, renewal, and demonstrated an ability to survive.
This and many other stories have inspired us to continually grow and pursue telling the story of the Restored through our clothing and strengthened our pursuit of advocating for the Non-profits we support.
Our hope is...
You identify yourself in this brand and you wear us proudly knowing the clothing represents part of your story of how you endured and found renewal!

One Year Anniversary Sale

We have officially been in business for one year and we thought all of you should reap the rewards!
Enter in the code: Abstractwun to receive 50% off a regular Tee when you buy one at full price!
OR
Enter the Code:FBSOC100 to receive 20% off your entire purchase!
Remember you are helping our Charities with every purchase!
Here is to another great year!
RCC

New Style, ANAGRAM (LS)

Wanted to let all your Restored Lovers know that we made a new version of one of our most popular designs. We now offer "Anagram" in a LS version. She is very soft because of her poly-cotton material. If you would like to look at the short sleeve version click HERE.

Oversized

Just busy at the shop making some custom orders and I decided that we needed to redo the Original Tee. This time it is going to be an oversize print that almost makes one feel heroic.
Actually we are planning on it being worn by our team riders as they form up this month, MORE TO COME.
Its been a busy holiday season so order while we still have your favorites!

If these teddies can so can you!

This is a great shot of a couple of Bears that were strapped to a weather balloon made by a class of students. Now this must feel so good to have something so simple take itself to the very edge of space. In 2 hours this balloon reached the edge of our atmosphere.
I wonder what you could do, I mean how many of us have tucked crazy, fun, insane ideas that could result in amazing images like this? Too bad we don't see more of it everyday.
This inspired me to do something fun today, I hope it does the same for you.
Mica

Our Point exactly...

I don't want to come off as hating anybody but I do hate the idea of taking something that is intended for help and promote healing and perverting it to make a buck. It makes no sense as to why in good conscience you would degrade a issue like domestic violence. True the shirts have become iconic in themselves but the meaning behind them should never loose reverence as to how important of an issue physical abuse is in our culture.
Many people are hurting and need advocates and rescue, even those who self mutilate.
Sure I have a sense of humor but why would I laugh at a shirt that degrades instead of admonishes the women in my life?
Poor taste.
I want to offer the alternative to all things like this. Something that has meaning and value, but never as much value as you!
Mica @ Restored