iCiNG Treats

[ 31 March 2008 ]

I had the idea a while ago that it would be stupendously cool if there was a way for nonpareils to signal one another on the sly, in real life. You know how sometimes you see somebody on the street & you think, ‘I bet we have things in common’? But life is weird & hectic & sometimes you’re too shy to say anything, even though you’re thinking so hard about whether they like cupcakes & shoe shopping that you almost walk into traffic.

iCiNG has grown a lot since its inception. We’ve had over 4,000,000 (yes, four MILLION) people come through since we started. When you consider that the country I grew up in, New Zealand, has a total population of 4,000,000, it’s enough to cause the eyes to widen. Even better, loads of those people have stuck around — & you’re one of them! While you all have different browsing schedules (some of you visit every ten minutes while others do one big catch-up at the end of the week) & ways of interacting with the community (some of you talk our ears off in the comments while others are content to smile at the screen), you are all part of the whole. You are all nonpareils, beloved by me & the community, sweet mirthful cuties with lots of sass & brilliance.

Our community is so vibrant, so talented, so mind-blowing that it seems ridiculous for us not to connect in person & really get to know one another. Who can honestly say “No thanks” to more fun, more friends, more excitement?

I started to think about how, in comic books, when Batman was needed they’d flash that Bat-Signal. He could see it from anywhere & instantly, he knew he was wanted. I thought, man, it would be so cool if all nonpareils had a secret symbol so we could signal one another!

& so… I present to you…

iCiNG Treats!

What are iCiNG Treats?

We’ve linked arms with a slew of mind-bendingly amazing young creative talent, all of whom have been feverishly slaving over notebooks, twirling pencils & splashing inks in the quest to conjure fabulous things into being!

These geniuses have combined their love of aesthetics with their adoration of iCiNG, & are all thrilled to be able to offer unique pieces of art created specially for the iCiNG community!

I’m so delighted to have them on board, but I must warn you… the artists involved are so marvellous that there is a high chance of joy-induced seizures!

So you know what this means, don’t you? OUI! Every month we will be highlighting a magnificent new artist for you to fawn over & enjoy!

Think of it as wearing a secret spy signal. It signifies your official nonpareil membership, & serves as a grand salute to anyone else familiar with the cupcakes, carousels, TiLTs & other facets of the iCiNG Bowl! You’ll be wearing an amazing piece of art by a hot up-&-coming artist, as well as supporting & strengthening the iCiNG community.

Enough gabbing! This way to iCiNG Treats!


Super-love & cupcakes,
Gala <3


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  1. Very sexy indeed!

    I’m a sucker for a pretty bag! Sadly they don’t take my card (Switch/Maestro) so I’ll have to beg around to see if anyone can let me borrow!

    <3 Joanne · Mar 31, 09:11 AM · #

  2. squeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee!!
    i was wondering if i’d get to the computer in time to read this early, and i did; yaaaaaaaaaaay.
    :][:

    you are incredibly faboulous, miss gala!!
    xx

    <3 Jessica · Mar 31, 09:12 AM · #

  3. Oh oh oh oh my! I’M SO GLAD YOU PUT THIS UP THE DAY I GET PAID!

    Amex at the ready … LET’S GO SHOP!

    I’m going to wee myself if I see any other fellow iCiNG lovers on the street of the UK wearing one of these creations … They’re adorable, fantasmickal … SPENDLID!

    <3 Lora · Mar 31, 09:16 AM · #

  4. Oooh, Lora where in the UK are you?

    I really hope there are iCing fans near me (West Midlands)!!

    <3 Joanne · Mar 31, 09:18 AM · #

  5. I’m from Oxford – oh yes, bikes and uni students galore! Et toi, Joanne?

    <3 Lora · Mar 31, 09:19 AM · #

  6. Oh wow! Im so buying that tank, and at a great price too!
    Ill be so excited if I see people around wearing these, im from the UK, & wont feel so shy at talking to new people.

    xx

    <3 chiara louise · Mar 31, 09:22 AM · #

  7. Those are so cute! I definitely want that tote to add to my ever growing collection of bags. I’m such a bag whore. :D

    <3 Valerie · Mar 31, 09:23 AM · #

  8. just fab!!!! what lovely treats! :D

    <3 Nora · Mar 31, 09:24 AM · #

  9. AHHHHHHH I am so excited & so happy that you are all so enthusiastic!!!! I have been staying up late so I could watch your reactions, hee! KISSES!

    <3 Gala · Mar 31, 09:25 AM · #

  10. I’m so excited I don’t know what to say except OH BOY OH BOY OH BOY OH BOY!
    ~!

    <3 Miri · Mar 31, 09:25 AM · #

  11. Yey!

    What a great idea Gala! :D

    I have my eye on the tote bag….just waiting till payday!

    <3 mica · Mar 31, 09:28 AM · #

  12. I didn’t realise there were so many readers from the UK! I reckon we should all meet up to celebrate Gala. Haha.

    <3 Lora · Mar 31, 09:31 AM · #

  13. Very cool :) I just have to decide which shirt to get.

    <3 Kaelyn · Mar 31, 09:31 AM · #

  14. the tank is so cute! too bad it doesn’t come in black. i dig the tote too. tres fab. :)

    <3 tiphanie · Mar 31, 09:38 AM · #

  15. squeee!

    <3 Crinaeae · Mar 31, 09:53 AM · #

  16. Ooohoh! I’m totally excited! (I’m up late because I fixed my haircolor… Wildilocks wasn’t open so I bought violet from the hair supply on elizabeth street! Amazing stuff!

    <3 Gin · Mar 31, 10:02 AM · #

  17. That is so exciting! I cannot wait to order mine.
    First I have to choose which one to get, that will not be easy.

    <3 Jami · Mar 31, 10:07 AM · #

  18. WOW! When I get home later, I’m defenitly ordering the black one! Yay!

    <3 ariel · Mar 31, 10:22 AM · #

  19. Yay! I reaaally hope I run into someone wearing one of these!!!

    The fact that you’re coming out with new ones every month makes me too excited to worry about the fact that it will use up all my extra cash…

    Question: Will each design only be available for a month, or will it continue to be available even as new ones are released?

    <3 Kori · Mar 31, 10:38 AM · #

  20. Yay, the empire is expanding! Glad to see you’re using some Bella brand, I use it for all my girl’s styles and it’s always top quality!

    <3 Nubby · Mar 31, 10:46 AM · #

  21. eeee! (i am another uk-er!) i will definitely invest the minute i have some spare pennies! xxx

    <3 sophie~ · Mar 31, 10:52 AM · #

  22. it’s kinda odd…well not really. It’s still monday here!!! woohoo!!!!

    AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!

    yes..i think i’m just gonna sum up my comment to that!!

    <3 Cruella · Mar 31, 10:53 AM · #

  23. eeek! I want the tank, shirt, & tote. Good thing I get paid this week :D. These are sooo adorable!
    xoxo!

    <3 DanaBelle · Mar 31, 10:55 AM · #

  24. i will definitely work my ass off…i hope you can wait! :)

    <3 Cruella · Mar 31, 10:56 AM · #

  25. Gala, I LOVE IT! AND YOU!
    I’m buying a tank ASAP!

    <3 Madeline · Mar 31, 10:59 AM · #

  26. oh that bag is soooo cute! it makes me wish I lived somewhere with reliable mail service :(

    Either way I’ll be def getting some of that stuff next month :)

    <3 Beatriz · Mar 31, 11:21 AM · #

  27. Fabulous! I’m so excited to sport some Gala-wear. I’m definitely hoping to run into someone wearing their iCiNG treat soon!

    <3 Lesley · Mar 31, 11:22 AM · #

  28. YAY! I adore the design and I can’t wait to buy it! But I’m not sure if I can right away, so I am curious as to the availability. Will these run out? Or will they stop being sold when the new one is released?

    It would be cool if this expanded into accessories… I know I’d fall in love with a piece of Icing jewelry (if it was in my price range…) Or cupcake hair clips… ;D

    <3 Lilah · Mar 31, 11:29 AM · #

  29. AMAZING!! I am so excited!! I came to the site knowing I had to wait until Tuesday for the surprise, but I forgot there is a time difference, and I get to see it on Monday :-D
    This is a fabulous idea Gala, I love how you are supporting artists AND connecting the icing community!
    xoxo

    <3 Alex · Mar 31, 11:33 AM · #

  30. I second (or third) the question about how long each thing will stay in the store and if the designs are replaced; I don’t want to miss out on the cool bag :[.

    <3 Sarah · Mar 31, 11:45 AM · #

  31. Haha, I just read the description for the bag, and funnily enough I will be using the bag for “schlepping books & brushes to art school”
    WOOOOOO! Now I want it more. ;)

    <3 Sarah · Mar 31, 11:57 AM · #

  32. OMG!!! I’m excited, I want a tote bag NOW!

    I have some questions though, I’ll be emailing them soon.

    <3 Juls · Mar 31, 12:31 PM · #

  33. I’m waiting for 1st May’s design

    <3 stefnie in south africa · Mar 31, 12:37 PM · #

  34. Well I’m glad my overdraft is fairly intact… might get my boyfriend to but it though. The only problem is deciding which one to get eeekkk
    Joanne i’m in the west midlands aswell… So i may see you around hehe Imagine that!!

    <3 LauraJ · Mar 31, 12:53 PM · #

  35. SO EXCITING Gala! You are awesome! I hope you have enough of those tanks cause they will fly out the window! I cant wait to see someone wearing one! xxx Definitely worth the wait

    <3 Chloe · Mar 31, 01:09 PM · #

  36. Yikes, lots of us UK-ers. I assumed most were from Aus or the US!

    I’d love a tee, but I also want a tote so I can make sure I have my ‘sign’ with me all the time incase any nonpareils are about! >:)

    <3 Romy · Mar 31, 01:38 PM · #

  37. I think I just found the perfect replacement for my old school tote!

    <3 Elizabeth · Mar 31, 02:05 PM · #

  38. eek! so excited

    <3 sarah · Mar 31, 02:17 PM · #

  39. Is it just me, Australian dollars, or are the prices a little high? I’m a little disappointed. I like your sales pitch but it is a sales pitch. I don’t blame you for wanting to make a profit, however. Sorry for sounding so cynical, I just want to give an honest reaction. ‘:\

    <3 Annie · Mar 31, 02:34 PM · #

  40. Ooh! Ooh!! Yay! But did you notice my no-spending-on-clothes weekly resolution? Hm. Surely a bag doesn’t count . . .

    <3 Nadine · Mar 31, 02:36 PM · #

  41. Okay okay okay. I have a plan. I’m quite excited at the amount of Uk-ers on here so I’ve started a Facebook group.

    www.facebook.com/group.php?gid…

    Join join join!!!

    <3 Joanne · Mar 31, 02:37 PM · #

  42. WOW!Gala you are gooooood to us! Thank you so much – what a lovely idea, I’ve often seen girls here in Auckland and wondered if they’re iCing fans too.

    So exciting, thank you again for the surprise!!!

    <3 Nic · Mar 31, 02:54 PM · #

  43. I thought the prices were in US dollars as the company doing them are in the US,
    Gala can you shed some light on this?

    <3 LauraJ · Mar 31, 03:04 PM · #

  44. I think these are fabulous, how are you planning to choose which art you will use each month?

    <3 Kelly · Mar 31, 03:14 PM · #

  45. heyo, im sad i have no credit card so im gonna have to beg for someone to lend me theres! there seems to be alot of icing lovers in the uk is there anyone out there in Northern Ireland??? im so lonely! xox

    <3 Kathleen · Mar 31, 03:27 PM · #

  46. I am loving the tote!! It’s just what I need for uni books etc. I don’t have a credit card though, only a debit one so it means I have to wait to go home and get my mum to buy one for me!!

    Sunshine & Sparkles!

    xxxx

    <3 Lainey Loop · Mar 31, 03:28 PM · #

  47. The bag is sooooo cute!!! Are there any iCiNG fans from Scotland in the UK?? Id love to meet up with people. xxx

    <3 Jaymi · Mar 31, 03:31 PM · #

  48. EEP! I… I have no credit card. But on the bright side, I can always conjure up a plan to rob my grandmother’s house to get one. Or beg. Either way.
    And I really hope there’s a few nonpareils over here in Canada.

    <3 Annabel · Mar 31, 03:35 PM · #

  49. Love it, love it, love it! You are brilliant, Gala! I wonder if there are any iCiNG fans in my neck of the woods – guess we’ll see!

    <3 Lizzie · Mar 31, 03:37 PM · #

  50. OH! Oh, oh, oh, I want the tee totally, and would so love that tank if it was in black or some other dark color. I would love to get to show off an iCiNG tank top at the beach! (But, I don’t think I could really spare quite that much for the tee, either…!)

    Even though I highly doubt there are any iCiNG fans around here, but it would still be fantastic to see! And recruit new fans if anyone asked about it. ;]

    <3 Kassandra · Mar 31, 03:49 PM · #

  51. Oh. My. God. I love this. I ESPECIALLY love this because you, Gala Darling mon petite, have managed to ENSURE that the BIG girls are looked after! Oh yes baby: I can buy not 1, but 2 of the t-shirts!!! Wow!!!

    Thank you so much for ensuring that iCiNG plus size fans are looked after :)

    Gotta have one… gotta gotta have one…

    After this, we all need to submit piccies of ourselves wearing our new shirts OR how we “wore” our new totes…

    <3 Jenny · Mar 31, 03:50 PM · #

  52. Hahaha i had no idea so many iCiNG fans were here in the UK…...all those in London should have a meet up…a huge tea-gala party in Hyde park and we can take photos and post to Gala!

    Your new merchandise is excellent,i was wondering when you would do it and am so glad you have.
    You should customize a few with pretties _

    GO GALA!!!!

    <3 Joleeeeen · Mar 31, 03:51 PM · #

  53. that tote bag is much too fab! I’d buy it in 3.5 (seconds) if only I had a credit card :( But this is so exciting for you Gala! Congrats!

    <3 Ayomide · Mar 31, 03:52 PM · #

  54. Anybody from Montreal, Canada? Btw I heart the illustration, Gala! I wish I were that good!

    <3 Kitty · Mar 31, 04:26 PM · #

  55. Ooh, that tank top is gorgeous – must buy :)
    And I am so excited to see so many nonpareils from the UK – any Londoners here?

    <3 Ammu · Mar 31, 04:47 PM · #

  56. Oops, I just saw Joleeeeen’s post – the party in Hyde Park (or anywhere else, really) is a great idea! Let’s do it for sure :)

    <3 Ammu · Mar 31, 04:49 PM · #

  57. Any of you darlings in Virginia?

    <3 DanaBelle · Mar 31, 04:50 PM · #

  58. O.M.G.

    I think I just squealed out loud.

    Must.Save.Money.For.Shirt.

    I think I found my goal for the week. TEEHEE!

    <3 Jamie · Mar 31, 04:52 PM · #

  59. Will there be beautiful shirts in the future for those of us larger nonpareils who need bigger sizes?

    <3 Kirsty · Mar 31, 05:16 PM · #

  60. I was half-expecting an April fool’s gag today, Gala. I’ve been tricked before! :S

    <3 Shonkers · Mar 31, 05:16 PM · #

  61. I am so buying the tank top!!! This is awesome!!! Thank you Gala and the designer for said shirt!!

    <3 lena · Mar 31, 05:20 PM · #

  62. OH WOW!
    ULTIMATE RABESE FOAM ATTACK!

    ...er, I mean like, they’re gorgy and I can’t figure out which one I like most!
    As soon as my bro’ gets back from the Caribbean (lucky him!), I’ll get him to order me one.
    (He’s my official internet buyer man. :D)
    Great work Gala, and I am so excited to see others like it!

    <3 Retro.Bunny · Mar 31, 05:46 PM · #

  63. Gala, these are SO great! i want the tank top when i get paid!
    I wish there was some sort of page where we could see who else on iCiNG was from our city…that would be cool, we could organise to meet each other!

    <3 Danique · Mar 31, 05:53 PM · #

  64. OoOOMG! these are so awesome!!!! thankyou gala & india

    <3 Natasja · Mar 31, 06:07 PM · #

  65. OMG YAY! These are so cute, and I really love that drawing anyway. I can’t wait to come home and see a shirt in my mailbox. ;) ....Or maybe a tote, I can’t decide!

    Lilah – That’s exactly what I was thinking! I would go crazy if there were accessories, I’d wear them to death.

    <3 Tera · Mar 31, 06:11 PM · #

  66. Kori, Lilah & Sarah — As it stands, the items will be on sale for at least a month. We’re going to play it by ear, I think it would be silly & mean to take away designs that people still might want in the future! If I’m going to take it down I will definitely let you know, but I think most of them will stay available long-term.

    Annie — Sorry you feel that way… They’re extremely high quality products. I’ve had people who deal with t-shirts & printing all the time & they have done a bit of a “quality assessment” & it really is top-grade stuff. Also, the art has been designed uniquely for us (& of course the artists have to be paid), most retail t-shirts with a design or print are much more expensive than that (~$60+), & as weird as it sounds, this is how I make my living!

    LauraJ — Yup, the prices are in US dollars. Hope that helps!

    Kelly — Well, there are a whole lot of girls working on designs, all of whom were hand-picked by me! & what goes live first is really just a question of when they’re really happy with what they’ve come up with!

    Kirsty — The sizes have a pretty wide range! The tank goes up to XXL, the fitted tee goes up to XXXL, & the unisex shirt goes up to XXXXXL! (& it’s unisex so that’s a 5XL men’s.) Unfortunately the tote only comes in head size ;D

    <3 Gala · Mar 31, 06:16 PM · #

  67. I often wonder if I am the only Italian iCing fan… hopefully not!
    Gorgeous shirts Gala, I am going to order one right now! :D

    <3 Cherry Pulp · Mar 31, 06:17 PM · #

  68. RUNS AROUND WILDLY FLAILING ARMS ABOVE HER HEAD

    <3 zombella/stefania · Mar 31, 06:20 PM · #

  69. what a fantastic idea!
    i love the tank. the artwork is so gorgeous.
    mwa!

    <3 nessbow · Mar 31, 06:55 PM · #

  70. um.

    so that tote, is so totally mine. :D

    and i basicially love you gala. horay for making my day awesome. :D

    <3 robin · Mar 31, 06:56 PM · #

  71. OMG OMG OMG! I love everything! I can’t wait till I get paid next! Rent kind of ate my entire paycheck this time… D:

    I’m definitely buying a shirt and a tote when I get the money!

    Gala, you’re wonderful! ♥

    <3 Jenica Hendrix · Mar 31, 07:07 PM · #

  72. Love them, not sure if the mortgage/husband will stretch to getting one at the moment, but will definitely be keeping an eye out for future designs. I also love the idea of accessories!

    Nic – I’m in Auckland too, I bet there’s more than a few of us :)

    <3 Kirsty · Mar 31, 07:16 PM · #

  73. Great size range, Gala! I’m glad to see you are catering for everyone (thin and not-so thin!)

    I have dreams of a cupcake shirt: maybe something like cupcake balloons, or just flying cupcakes. Just cupcakes, really, and lots of them. lol

    <3 Jessica · Mar 31, 07:24 PM · #

  74. Wee! I’m in love with the t-shirt and tote bag, hence, I need to get one!! I really like your idea to feature up and coming artists & I can’t wait to see what other treats you have in store for us.

    This seriously brought a huge smile upon my face :D

    Emily

    <3 Emily · Mar 31, 07:29 PM · #

  75. OOh eer! I think I might have to grap that tote.

    <3 Robot_Gal · Mar 31, 07:48 PM · #

  76. Aw, this is so clever! YOU are so clever!! And, pretty sure the tote bag has now become my perfect uni bag…

    <3 Teresa · Mar 31, 07:48 PM · #

  77. My Dear Gala,

    I just wanna say 2 things:

    1. What an awesome idea!!!

    2. Thank you, thank you, thank you for doing larger sizes. When I saw the icing treats were clothes, my first thought was, I bet you they stop at size L, but your wonderfulness makes sure that all of us can look super-glam and iced up, with larger sizes! Thanks!!!

    <3 Tamara · Mar 31, 08:35 PM · #

  78. I like the black fitted T. But I have no money & a broken car. Regardless, I’m buying one on Thursday when I get paid. WOOOOH!!!

    Also, the designs are great and the prices are fair, (you’d pay alot more for band merch at gigs) I’m sure you’ll sell alot Gala!

    <3 Amelia · Mar 31, 08:35 PM · #

  79. Another thank you from a curvy nonpareil – I love everything and think that the prices are spot on! Hope you have a fab time here in Wellington!

    <3 Cara · Mar 31, 09:36 PM · #

  80. Hi Gala,

    Awesome idea…but I would like to know if some of the later designs are going to be more “subtile” (like maybe say “icing” with an illustration on them but not have your picture? it’s not that i don’t love you because i really really do, but this particular design probably wouldn’t be worn a lot by me and i’d like to hold out for something more my style :)

    hope that this is profitable!

    <3 emily · Mar 31, 09:37 PM · #

  81. p.s. sorry for my spelling error! it’s been a long day of school, work, and a snowstorm!

    <3 emily · Mar 31, 09:38 PM · #

  82. Tamara & Cara — My pleasure, cuties!

    emily — Yup, there’s going to be a huge range of all kinds of different things, including some subtle stuff! I’m sure you’ll find something that appeals to you more!

    <3 Gala · Mar 31, 09:43 PM · #

  83. I love them. I will definitely buy a tote… they’re super cute! Can’t wait to see what other artists you feature in coming months!

    PS: The prices seem a bit low to me, make sure you are not selling yourself (and the wonderful talents of the artists) short! Your hard work on this site is worth being payed for fairly!

    <3 Kerry · Mar 31, 09:44 PM · #

  84. oooh these are fantastic! this is soo odd though, it’s till monday here, lols!
    i really love the tote!

    <3 Joyce · Mar 31, 09:44 PM · #

  85. Completely unrelated; I just saw you profiled on The Fashion Spot and squeed with delight! congratulations Gala!!!

    <3 Julie · Mar 31, 10:02 PM · #

  86. I`m definetly buying the tank and the party book :) they are both steals!

    <3 Megan · Mar 31, 10:02 PM · #

  87. Kerry — Thanks for your support. It’s weird trying to price products like this! I’m erring more on the side of accessibility (low prices) than high profits at this point. We’ll see how we go!

    Julie — YAY, thank you for letting me know it was live! I thought it would be a few more hours yet. I am so honoured to be their first look of the week!!!

    <3 Gala · Mar 31, 10:14 PM · #

  88. Congratulations on the launch of these lovely iCiNG treats!!! It must be very exciting for you! Would you like to send me a JPG image to include in a style spread for the 1st issue of SPROUT? I can add a link to your iCiNG store.

    The tote bag is so cute!
    x

    <3 Sarah Prout · Mar 31, 10:21 PM · #

  89. eeeeeh!!!!! so exciting totally getting the tote and kitty I live in Ottawa Canada so that’s only like 2hrs away…Anyone else in Ottawa??

    <3 Staar · Mar 31, 10:23 PM · #

  90. KITTY!
    Yes!
    I’m from Montreal, in the Great White Canuck!
    ;3
    If I see you sporting one of these iCiNG Treats, I’ll be sure to do a salute!

    <3 Retro.Bunny · Mar 31, 10:45 PM · #

  91. completely wow! u have suchan amazin brain miss! i will be ordering a tank asap xxx

    <3 Melly · Mar 31, 11:35 PM · #

  92. Just wanted to let everyone know, you can save on the $5 shipping by using the coupon “GRANDOPENING5”. :)

    <3 Tera · Mar 31, 11:37 PM · #

  93. Oh, and for those who have a debit card but not a credit card, you can use your debit card, it works just the same.

    <3 Tera · Mar 31, 11:39 PM · #

  94. Tera — Awesome, thanks for the code! That’s fantastic :>

    <3 Gala · Mar 31, 11:40 PM · #

  95. oh Gala! you know I love you dearly! but pretty pretty please, can you put the denomination with the price? I am trying to get the online community to note that America, while we love it for so many reasons and really is super fab, is NOT actually the only place in the world and doesn’t have to have to say US dollars when they list online. If we all put our pounds, dollars and Euros where are typing fingers are the world would be an easier place to shop! :-)

    I know you will take this the right way because you are super gorgeous. I love the T’s and can’t wait to get one! and I look forward to seeing what you come up with next. Big Kiss! <3 Miss Dot · Apr 1, 12:06 AM · #

  96. what an awesome idea!!

    <3 gen · Apr 1, 12:07 AM · #

  97. This is pretty neat! How d’you find these up and coming iCiNG artists?

    <3 sora · Apr 1, 12:15 AM · #

  98. Oh Gala I’ll definitely get one. But my problem is, I need to wear the unisex T-shirt with 2XL size. But I don’t know the exact measurements of 2XL or 3XL. Coz every country and every shop has different measurements with the same size. So could you ask and post the measurements chart on the iCiNG treats as well? I need at least the chest measurement. Thanks.

    <3 Ronny · Apr 1, 12:17 AM · #

  99. Can’t wait to see what your artists come up with for jewelry in future months. Hope your shop is doing well :)

    <3 kay (The Canadian One) · Apr 1, 12:18 AM · #

  100. Oh oh oh! This is such an awesome idea! I’m totally going to have to get one of the tops. :D

    Nic & Kirsty – I’m also an Aucklander! And a couple of my friends here are iCiNG fans, too. :)

    <3 Aish · Apr 1, 12:21 AM · #

  101. oops. Silly me, I found the size chart. Don’t worry about it. It’s great that you have a wide range of size. Not much people can do that. And it’s definitely good for me. And sorry to say that, for a t-shirt, it’s a bit expensive for me. But that’s okay, I’m gonna get one. _ There is no deadline for ordering right? I need to wait until I get paid.

    <3 Ronny · Apr 1, 12:23 AM · #

  102. Miss Dot — Consider it done ;D

    sora — Obsessive web browsing & emailing ;D It has turned out pretty well though, they’re all big iCiNG fans!

    Ronny — The 2XL is 26 inches across, & the 3XL is 28. The link for the unisex shirt sizing is here! www.printfection.com/customer/...

    <3 Gala · Apr 1, 12:24 AM · #

  103. LOVE THEM! Seriously, I was just looking for a tote and “tada!” Gala Darling, you just had to read my mind.
    I totally just ordered one and I will be sporting the Gala spirit all around Georgia!

    Cannot wait for more little cupcake inspired nic-nacks!

    PS-I just tried my first lychee fruit! I actually loved it.

    <3 Rose · Apr 1, 12:41 AM · #

  104. Ouah! C’est formidable!
    This is very exciting, however as Emily said, i’d love something a bit more wearable for my style, so i’ll hang on to see what other gorgeous designs appear in coming months.

    Or i might even design my own iCiNG tee :D
    But only if it’s ok with you Gala!

    <3 Lani · Apr 1, 12:52 AM · #

  105. WICKED! how wonderful and very exciting! i want it all!

    <3 tatiana · Apr 1, 12:56 AM · #

  106. Oooh! Pretty! Looks like I’ll be doing some shopping soon :)

    As another UK-er I’m off to check out the facebook group.

    Fab stuff Gala, looking forward to seeing what the other designs are like too. x

    <3 Tamzin · Apr 1, 02:34 AM · #

  107. My first comment on here!! just poking my head out of the woodwork really to say I’m another UK girl, West Midlands based

    x

    <3 Sarah-Beth · Apr 1, 03:44 AM · #

  108. Honestly, I admire that this is how you make a living, and I’m happy for your success. Sorry to be so negative. ;)

    <3 Annie · Apr 1, 03:58 AM · #

  109. Joanna! You little beauty at making a Facebook group! When I’m away from my desk tonight I’ll be SURE to join. x

    <3 Lora · Apr 1, 04:25 AM · #

  110. ohhh!

    tuesday has been such a good day:
    -I got the spotlight catalogue!
    -I got my Tiffany necklace replaced!
    -and.. GALA DARLING selling hottt bags!

    but i did lose my debate:(

    <3 adriana · Apr 1, 05:22 AM · #

  111. I know I have already commented – but here’s an idea for the next iCiNG treat – a illustration by one of your fab artists? I am moving soon and can’t wait to decorate my new place – so am on the look-out for exciting art!

    <3 Ammu · Apr 1, 06:42 AM · #

  112. Like a few others I just want to say thank you so much for doing plus sizes. I’ll be snapping up one of everything on payday! weeeee

    <3 Erin · Apr 1, 09:28 AM · #

  113. This is a fab idea, particulary having something different every month. And it should get you more coverage for the site with your name emblazoned across our er… formidable assets!
    I hope it works out well seriously. And I agree with kerry, you spend so much time and effort on this site, it needs rewarding!

    p.s. I’m from Ireland. Getting a tote when I’m paid this month.Even then I’l probably be the only one in cavan with anything of yours sniff

    XOXO

    <3 kim · Apr 1, 04:57 PM · #

  114. i must say, i do love the site gala, but i was expecting something much more…i dont know, i guess i just wasnt expecting a sales pitch.

    STILL love the site though.

    <3 marly · Apr 1, 06:07 PM · #

  115. It looks great! One thing I am wondering though is where the items are made (I can see they’re printed in the US, but I looked all over the site and couldn’t see anything to indicate where they’re manufactured.) I prefer to support non-sweatshop items, so if they’re made in the States, that’d be awesome.
    (Also, I have no idea why people are complaining about the price… it seems very cheap, about the price you’d pay for a mass-produced shirt from Glassons or similar. Please make sure you’re not underselling yourself n__n).

    <3 nessaneko · Apr 2, 04:41 AM · #

  116. i just fell in love for the first time in my whole 15 years
    :o

    ps. gala you must get myspace.
    i dont think it is fair that there is a lovely iCiNG group without the iCiNG queen in it!

    much love.xxxxxxx

    <3 Chelsea · Apr 2, 06:25 AM · #

  117. and i must agree with nessaneko,
    your products are highly superior,
    don’t under sell your wonderful products,
    it would be silly.

    xx

    <3 Chelsea · Apr 2, 06:28 AM · #

  118. Oh man what an awesome idea! If I saw someone walking down the street wearing one of your treats I wouldn’t think twice about starting up a conversation with them!

    I’m learning graphic design at the moment, new goal = design and make something SO awesome that it can appear as an icing treat one day!!!

    <3 Tania · Apr 3, 06:53 PM · #

  119. I got mine in the mail yesterday, i can’t wait to flaunt them in public!!! WOOO!

    <3 Natasja · Apr 15, 01:58 AM · #
 

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