Easter Beauties - Satin Rosettes

Some of my favorites for Easter, and any time a dressy bow is called for - the satin rosette:

Usually make these without leaves, but doesn't it give it such a realistic flair?

This one is layered with a sheer ribbon, and backed up with leaves.  

 

 And, just because smaller is always cuter - the mini version! =) Gonna have to get a model to show these off, because I really want you to see how adorable they are! =)

Last Chance Craft Fair

I can hardly believe it, but tomorrow is my last craft fair for the season. I feel like I finally have everything smoothed out and situated just right, and now it's about over. sigh.

Osolo Elementary School on the north side of Elkhart is where I'll be. We'll be open from 8-2. This is my favorite craft show - there's nearly 200 vendors, and everything must be handmade! Amazing!

 

These pictures are showing a couple new things I whipped up recently. =) Felt poinsettias - so perfect for a touch of holiday charm - and would work just as well in Mom's hair as baby's! And miniature satin rosettes - because everything is better in miniature! =)

 Of course, if you can't make it to the craft fairs, you can always call, e-mail or facebook me to order what you need for the holidays. But, I really love seeing my customers - hope to see you there!

Craft Fair Season is Here!

Hooray! Craft fair season is here! I love this time of year, even though I spend hours and hours getting ready! It's always so much fun to be a vendor and meeting customers old and new! Be sure to check out my schedule on the right side bar for the dates and places. I hope to see everyone at least once!! =D

 

Here's a sampling of what's hanging out in my craft room, waiting for the big days:

Mini rufflies

 

Small pinwheels

 

These are the staples, but I will also have plenty of specialty bows too - including some very exciting new items!

 

Can't wait to show them to you!

Too Cute to Spook

How about some not-so-spooky Halloween bows?

"Hannah" Style

"Jenna" style

Large Korker

Loopy Bow

Mini Korkers 

Boutique Rufflie Bow

Mini Boutique Rufflie

*NEW STYLE* "Kenlie" bow!

e-Catalog

My amazing hubbie has put all my individual catalog pages into one "pdf." file for me! Now I can send anyone who wants one a complete catalog - digitally! Let me know if you want one! =)

Stretch-Lace Headbands

These have been a long time in the making, and I don't know why! I really am excited to be able to bring you these. I finally got my catalog updated, and one of the new items in it is these stretch-lace headbands!

I have loads of different colors and widths available; check out the Color Charts page. These are custom-made to order. Measure around babies' head where the headband will sit. Or if you are unsure (or if it's a gift), let me know the age, and I can use my chart to approximate.

So soft and delicate! I love these on a new-born! I do recommend that the decoration be permanently attached to the stretch lace, not interchangeable.

"Mandy" Bow

A new style, just in time for "Back-to-school" -

The "Mandy" bow makes up a great style for going with those preppy polos and khakis!

Introducing - the "Megan" Bow!

A new little cutie! Introducing the "Megan" bow!

Satin Rosettes

A new creation, just in time for Easter!

These are made in the same style as the "Sheer Rosettes", but with satin.

Aren't they just beautiful?

Available in a wide variety of colors!

Blowout Sale!!

Who doesn't love a sale? And I've got one for you - I've been putting a ton of items in my "sale" section of my store. Loads of left-over Christmas goodies, as well as styles that I just have too many of! Check it out before they're gone!

Not-Too-Shabby Chic Rosettes

 Apparently the name "Shabby Chic" is a trademarked name. huh. I always thought that was a style, like "Victorian" or "cottage" or "hip." So I guess I could be in trouble for the name of my newest creation (shh, don't tell):

I've been calling these the "Shabby Chic Rosettes" because they are made with sheer fabric, like the Shabby Chic clips are:

But, maybe I need a new name. Any suggestion? I have a couple people names in mind, but since creative writing is not my strong point, I welcome input from you!

Happy 2011!

Happy New Year to all of you! I'm so thankful that the holidays are over, and I can get back to housework and bows! =) What have you resolved to do this year? I am serious about getting out of debt this year. We'll see - I'm a bit of a shopaholic. =}

I'll be sending out my newsletter later today. There will be a "special-of-the-month" again - only available to those who are on my list. So, if you want to be on it, check out the "contact me" page.

One of the new things I'm hoping to add this year is formed plastic headbands. I'm hoping to do both the braided kind, as well as covered (with a loop for adding bows).

What do you think? I love the look on bigger girls.

I've also been enjoying using the skinny elastic headbands.

A Bow by Another Name

A bow by another name is just as cute, right? Sure hope so, because I decided to split off some styles from their "parent" names, and give them their own rightful place of honor in the column of bow names. So, instead of a "Double Ane Bow," I now have "Hannah" bows:

Super-Sized!

New size of Double Pinwheel!

Coming Soon...

Stretch-lace headbands! These have been a long time in the making. Finally got around to getting a nice stock and figuring out pricing/sizing.

I think they are so lovely - especially for newborns! Look so fabulous on bald heads! A light touch of daintiness and femininity! More pics of available colors/widths coming soon.

Little Known Fact

Did you know that I also make French Boards? It's not something in the catalog at the moment, and I don't have them on etsy. I haven't figured out how to ship something so large! =}

These boards are great for organizing bows, holding photos, memo board, not to mention being cool room decor.

They are lightweight, so they don't take much to hang on the wall. I recommend using the removeable stick-on hooks - simple and quick!

Come in a variety of fabrics, always changing (another reason they're not in the catalog). Special requests are certainly welcome!