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Organic Cotton Polka Dots! From Seed to Store.

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Organic Cotton Polka Dots! From Seed to Store.

In the Spring of 2021, Yana started putting her finger on exactly what was lacking in her timeless classic clothing collection. That finger landed on a dot. Actually, it landed on a lot of dots. Polka dots, to be exact. Yana decided she needed to make polka dot dresses. The problem was, sustainable polka dot fabric was simply unavailable...

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2021 Mother's Day Gift Guide

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2021 Mother's Day Gift Guide

Keep reading for a list of Yana Dee's Top 10 Mother's Day Gifts for 2021. Click the banner above to shop the full gift collection of all 40 runner-ups! 1. A New Heirloom Blanket This one is great for mothers and children of all ages. Yana Dee's 2021 Patchwork Blankets have have heirloom potential. They were carefully crafted from salvaged and organic cotton. Of the 4 we started with, only two remain. Get one while you can! 2. The Etta Dress One of Yana Dee's newest dress design is perfect for young parents, grandparents, and other people with bodies who want an...

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Sand Bird Square Dress: A Love Story

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Sand Bird Square Dress: A Love Story

As soon as I saw this dress, I knew I wanted to be the one.

I just had to model the Sand Bird Square Dress. 

When it arrived from the studio, the Sand Bird Square Dress instantly took my breath away. This newest addition to Yana Dee's Peace by Piece collection is absolutely a thing of beauty.

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Join Yana Dee's Seam Team!

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Join Yana Dee's Seam Team!

Yana Dee Inc is now accepting applications for sewers to join our seam team in Traverse City Michigan! This position requires some previous sewing experience. While home machine and hobby sewing skills will be considered, professional apparel production experience, training, or education is preferred. The ideal candidate will already be comfortable threading and using industrial sewing machines.

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Yana Dee is hiring! *Updated October 7 2020*

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Yana Dee is hiring! *Updated October 7 2020*

If you are dreaming of joining the Yana Dee team, now is your chance! We are actively hiring for a Store Assistant Manager. We are also accepting applications for studio sewers, and store sales associates, on a rolling basis. If you are looking for work in Traverse City, Michigan, read on to learn more about these positions and how to apply! Assistant Manager - Now Hiring Our busy downtown Traverse City boutique needs an assistant manager! Previous sales and management experience is required.  A passion for sustainable fashion is a must. As the assistant manager, you would do everything a sales associate does (see...

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