tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6522515510387789272024-03-12T20:09:09.387-04:00FiFi Ruffles: Creating a Boutique for Little GirlsMy journey as I open a boutique with little one underfootAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10926043483641673652noreply@blogger.comBlogger15125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-652251551038778927.post-14719718280054298002014-08-28T01:00:00.000-04:002014-09-04T16:29:13.200-04:00Pick Me | Review and Giveaway of Freshly Picked Moccasins for Children<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Unless you have been living under a rock or don't have young children, by now you should have heard of <a href="http://freshlypicked.com/" target="_blank">Freshly Picked</a>?! It is THE hottest Children's Moccasin Company {at least in my opinion}. I'd even venture to say- the HOTTEST Kids shoe company right now-period. Perhaps I am biased!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">As a regular IG'er (<a href="http://instagram.com/fifiruffles" target="_blank">Instagram</a>) I see these darling little moccs EVERYWHERE! It's no surprise, I recently learned that this very popular mobile app helped boost this company into the stratosphere! They have a following to kill for, really, over 200K followers! Their numbers say it all!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">In the past couple months, the CEO, Susan, was featured on <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YLuYScTCwLQ" target="_blank">The Shark Tank</a>. This is how I learned a lot about the company. You just have read about their <a href="http://freshlypicked.com/pages/our-story" target="_blank">story</a> or view their <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YLuYScTCwLQ" target="_blank">episode (fwd to 32.31)</a>. Just imagine, a company starting over salvaged windows and growing to this! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Until recently I was not aware that Freshly Picked made some toddler sizes. Well, when I saw that on there website I knew I HAD to have a pair for FiFi! We received out first pair a few days ago to review and host this Giveaway. I wasn't really sure what to expect...I tend to NOT go with the flow and what's in so I was a little apprehensive.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">As we opened the box, I made sure FiFi was sitting next to me, she started getting very excited, wanting me to tare them open. WHY? The shoes come in basic, non descript brown box. As you open them, you notice black printed words on the insides of the flap; garden tools, fruits, veggies and more. </span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">We continue to open the box, on top is the signature off white bag, inside are the Gold Moccs (eeek)..I put them aside before opening the bag to see what the else the little treasure box was hiding! At the bottom were the most adorable gardening stickers. Yep, I'm a little slow sometimes! What a sweet idea tho! I explained to Sophia that we have a little project to do later! And yes, we will be sharing!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Now onto the Moccs. Mind you, the entire time she is trying to swipe the bag holding the moccs in Swiper fashion {swiper no swiping!)! To be honest, she was little perplexed about what we were opening. Finally I left her open the bag. She has never owned a pair of moccs and was not quite sure what they were but started squealing in delight because she knew I was excited, wide eyed and saying "oh sparkly" pretending not to notice the bag. We have many nic names for Her, one of them is "Bag Lady". She is obsessed any kind of bag and will put anything she can find in them. It's not uncommon to see 4 or 5 of them in the livingroom full of play food and such (most often something of mine I didn't notice she swiped!). So, really, if you add it all up, the box contained 4 items our daughter loves; stickers, craft project with said stickers, bag, shoes. This box packs some punch!! Genius packaging/marketing I might say!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">She tried them on an she walked like a dog with slippers on {you can see that image in your head now, right?} She is quite klutzy and has pretty big feet for a little 3 year old (size 10 Moccs.). I was not surprised in her little show..lol. The real test was walking on the tile floor. Most Floridian's have tile floors, which I love, but cause injuries for klutzy non skid sock wearing kiddos. She DIDN'T slip. Yep, I'm sold!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">On to the real test. We decided to explore local alley ways in our downtown Art District. A new friend of mine is an artist {Jennifer Kosharek | <a href="https://www.facebook.com/evenoddgallery" target="_blank">Kosharek Art</a>} that, she and other locals {Chad Mize / <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/BlueLucy/232760583406421" target="_blank">Blue Lucy</a>}, had painted Murals in the alley ways of the 600 block in St Pete. Perfect time to explore. After all, the alleys are made of uneven brick and pavers, random rocks and slippery old leaves. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">As you can see, they(shoes) were perfect for the occasion. She did not complain once that her feet hurt or were slippery. She probably thanked me a few times for getting her the shoes {she is very polite--I hope that sticks;P)</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I see these little Moccasins getting plenty of use! They are so versatile and compliment casual or more formal attire. Dress 'em up or down ;)</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Shoes: Freshly Picked | <a href="http://freshlypicked.com/collections/all-items/products/gold-limited-edition-moccasin" target="_blank">Gold Moccasins</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Skirt: FiFi Ruffles | <a href="https://www.fifiruffles.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=20140828" target="_blank">Gilded Flight Circle Skirt</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Headband: Birdie Baby Boutique | <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/200119236/tribe-vibe-peach-mustard-and-navy-aztec" target="_blank">Tribe Vibe</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Now for the Giveaway! The giveaway is running for one week. 8/28 7:30pm est thru 9/4 11:59pm est. The winner will be announced 2-3 business days later (depending on the volume of entries)</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Please be sure to read the terms and conditions before entering. If you have won a pair of Freshly Picked Moccs. in the past 12 months you are not eligible. Remember, the more entries you make, the better chance you have;)</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">Recently I read a post on Facebook Business Page asking their fans what sort of fashion you are </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">"diggin'" now, as taste and fashion changes so fast & frequent. I chuckled to myself </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">because that very topic has been gnawing at me lately. </span><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I'm sure you may have noticed, I don't </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">really favor one style. There are so many I like to </span><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">experiment with. In there lies my concern, </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">does my eclectic taste confuse my followers? </span><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Perhaps, time will tell I suppose! Let's clarify </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">before I move on, my style is NULL, I am referring </span><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">to my Daughter's style that it! If you want to </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">read about mine, read this post by </span><a href="http://mylifesuckers.com/the-mom-uniform/#more-1755" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">mylifesuckers</span></a><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">, I </span><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">think she stole my wardrobe!</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">I do know I have never been a fan of any type of main stream children's characters on </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">clothing...nope, not all. My sons were born in the 90's, and with the birth of the first child he did </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">sport quite a bit of Mickey Mouse One Pieces and such. But really, after he out grew them </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">as an infant, I was none too happy to be out of that fashion phase! If my boys were wearing </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">a Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle T-shirt or Sesame Street Sweatshirt, I can almost guarantee a </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">grandparent, Aunt or Uncle bought it for them. I can't explain, I just DONT like it unless it's a </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">tastefully done applique for special occasion of sorts. I know, did I just commit social suicide for </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">admitting that (I think this secretly mortifies my Mother as well)?! Now, be kind, no hate mail </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">please;) I'll let you in on a little secret though, we do let FiFi wear jammies in whatever she </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">and WOW did she knock this one out of the park! Not only is it the classic (fully lined bodice and </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">yet staying classy at the same time. I know, are you thinking, "they are just kids"? Yes, they </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">We discovered we both had the same great idea, let's try it with a Mouse Head! (Hint, hint, h</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">here's my point) I was shocked in myself that I wanted to make such thing. Yes, I love Disney, I </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">go to Disney every single day for about two months now?!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">After several pattern attempts and a couple prototype samples I have figured it out! Geesh, I </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">though, right? Just take the existing pattern I've used over and over (Mermaid Dress) and add a </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">The dress was a little big on her, I assumed we could size up as she is another year older, </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">however the little bean pole apparently has not grown since the last dress I made! Anyhow, </span></div>
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Over the past couple of years I have become very fond of fabrics in which Manufacturers feature/sell prints made by Designers that favor an artistic, fine line (less cartoon) look to their children's fabrics. Don't get me wrong, I have a wide taste of prints but I am just such a sucker for those types of prints!! If you have been following me on Facebook you will/do know how I am totally in LOVE with Sara Jane Illustrations. </div>
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Well..now, Tasha Noel for Riley Blake has my love as well! I discovered the Little Red Riding Hood fabric back in the Spring and pre-ordered it and started planning what I would do with it! I just HAD to have it! SWOON Tasha Noel!!<br />
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I had the chance again to work with the talented Ms. Amy at <a href="https://www.facebook.com/SparkTampaBay" target="_blank">Spark Babies</a>! Amy has a special talent of making your children feel very comfortable and even bringing the most shy or uninterested child to life and want to pose for her! I have dubbed her the "photo whisperer" ;)<br />
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I can go on and on about my LOVE for <a href="https://www.facebook.com/SparkTampaBay" target="_blank">Spark Babies</a>...How can you not??</div>
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I believe in giving credit where credit is due! About half of my collection was made with <a href="https://www.facebook.com/WhimsyCoutureSewingPatterns" target="_blank">Whimsy Couture Sewing Patterns</a>. If you are a sewer or a wannabe, you must head on over and see what she has to offer! All of her patterns have step by step instructions and photos...not like those horrible patterns your Mom would've used!<br />
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Now for the Giveaway! I while giving away this dress along with the headband Birdie Baby Boutique donated (used in this photo). Don't have a little Girl, well, no fear! The winner can substitute a boys outfit from this collection for the dress and headband. There are plenty chances to win!<br />
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Be sure to check out these great businesses Facebook pages once you've LIKED them...and maybe pick up a copy of Little Red Riding Hood at the bookstore today and snuggle up with your little one to read it tonite;)!<br />
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Here is another attempt! I love to sew AND share Giveaways of fellow "handmakers" like myself. Yes, I know, another made up word..hehe. <br />
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I have been working with Katie (Owner, creator and seamstress) for about 9 months now. I absolutely LOVE her style and drive to be successful and most of all her "story" is similar to mine. I am finding that there are many Moms that have left the career world to stay with their little ones and somehow either use or find their creative side to support their families. <br />
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I was introduced to Katie's line "Kangacoo Designs" by my Giggle Moon rep. No question about it, I was gushing and said YES, YES, YES I want to carry her collections in my store! After all, ruffles are MY THING! I then learned that Kangacoo offered custom, oh yes, custom designs!!! Jackpot!! <br />
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Here are just some of my favorites! The first was a non commercial order..just an outfit I LOVE and just had to have for FiFi. Amy at Spark Babies captured this magical number for me<br />
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A great collection is one that has something for everyone! Babies to Adults, Katie has nailed it! </div>
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And perhaps my favorite..the "Mermaid Gown", a custom made creation just for FiFi Ruffles;) If you didn't know already--I love Mermaids!</div>
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Now for the Giveaway! When I met Katie (sadly only via phone and email;( I asked and maybe begged a little for her to do sponsorships, giveaways, just something! She has a great following and just the sweetest personality..and have you seen her daughter?! Just as cute as she! I was so excited to learn she was finally going to do it!!! Her first giveaway was a huge success with over 900 entries. She had some GREAT participants and even a local boutique I know and swoon over (<a href="https://www.facebook.com/BirdieBoutique" target="_blank">Birdie Baby Boutique</a>). Take a look: <br />
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The mission was on! I created 3 dresses with matching pantaloons, 2 vests and ties and several hair accessories. I worried the entire time sewing these little creations..."are these as fabulous as I think they are"?!! On pins and needles I revealed the little collection to my cohart..she gushed..I gushed..we all gushed;) Full steam ahead!!!</div>
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Other than sharing this process I wanted to share the journey that I (we) had to make this all happen. I think it's important to realize that not all things go perfectly or smoothly and the person behind the scene maybe just as terrified as anyone else!! So, I say, GO FOR IT!! You may be pleasantly surprised.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10926043483641673652noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-652251551038778927.post-26957175852377212782012-10-22T07:21:00.002-04:002012-10-22T07:21:46.449-04:00Another Man's trash is another Man's Treasure!We live in a community that was formerly "retirement" a couple decades ago. So as you can imagine, there are still quite a few retirees in their 70's, 80's and 90's still residing in the condos they bought 20 years ago or more. At any rate..I have watched for the past 8 years as these owners move out or get new things, throw away some GORGEOUS vintage furniture. I always want to scoop them up and my husband always shoots me down with the "where are we going to put it" come back--so of, course he wins! He's right, no garage or yard to refinish it (darn).<br />
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About a month of another pile of furniture was just sitting next to the dumpster for pickup. This time I acted FAST!!. There was perfect side bureau, 6 drawers with fantastic hardware and a matching mirror. It was in perfect condition except for one drawers was broke and the color..well..was just UGLY. No weird smells or rot or anything. AND...we had a relatives place to refinish it at. <br />
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I am in LOVE with the end result!! We paid a 1/4 (if not less) to do this project than we would've buying a new piece for the boutique, we recycled and most of all, the gratification of making something you're proud of surpasses any monetary value ;)<br />
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I am so excited to tell you all about a great event coming up soon (11/2) here in Downtown St.Pete that FiFi Ruffles will be participating in!</div>
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Angels After Dark, the holiday gift mart, is on November 2nd from 9am until 7pm at The Tower at One Progress Plaza (200 Central Avenue).</div>
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We will have a ton of cute goodies from the shop, so mark your calendars and get ready for the St.Pete shopping event of the year! </div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10926043483641673652noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-652251551038778927.post-53869077131597245482012-09-15T16:55:00.001-04:002012-09-15T16:55:38.372-04:00Kid Kouture Fashion Show<a href="http://stpeteartandfashionweek.com/" target="_blank">St. Pete Art and Fashion Week</a> was here and (almost) gone in a flash (9/11-9/15)! My boutique participated in the festivities Woot-Woot! We had 9 little girls in the "Kid Kouture" show (9/14/12 at 7:50pm) as well as a vendor booth. <br />
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We kind of fell into being in the show at the last minute so I've been scrambling to get it all together and no time to blog about it before hand (sniff sniff). I talked my husband and sister into running the booth while I man the chaos of the show. Trust me, I think they had the easy part! We escaped with only small meltdowns..kiddos were ages 18mo to 4 years. Besides, 7:50 pm is not the most ideal time to have a show with toddlers in it but how could we pass this opp. up right?!<br />
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I had some pretty and sassy little ones in my line-up, in no particular order; <br />
Sophia (FiFi) 18mo *Avianne 18mo * Joie 4 Yrs * Lily 2 Yrs * Abby 4 Yrs * Eva 2 Yrs* Morgan 4yrs * Jasamine 3 Yrs * Eliana 4 Yrs<br />
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There were 3 designers/boutiques total in the show (<a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/FiFi-Ruffles/317779204906080" target="_blank">Us</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Patuzis" target="_blank">Patuzi's</a>, Curb Gear & Baby Boy Bodega). I originally thought I was the only one showing FALL (blushing).. was wondering will this make me stand out or look a little foolish?! Designers are just now creating styles for spring/summer 2013..as a boutique I don't have anything to share (except for one dress by Franny Flinn). I decided I would show some of my new arrivals and challenge myself to come up with a couple new designs of my own! Girls sported designers such as; Mud Pie, Giggle Moon, Rare Editions & Franny Flinn (yes I know I already said this ;O). One of the little girls will be showing off a Halloween tutu from <a href="https://www.facebook.com/kim.woitkowski#!/AbbyLaneTutuCo" target="_blank">Abby Lane TuTu Co</a> as well. As the show went on I realized that the other designers were showing apparel that could easily work for the fall--I felt much better!<br />
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I had originally designed two outfits but at the last minute I had an issue with one of the dresses and decided I would show it another time. Both designs were simple but I "jazzed" them up and made them my own! I really like quirky patterns and odd pairings.<br />
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This is a peasant top and matching bubble skirt. My little FiFi wore this little number. I really wanted to make one for myself but I was told that people may think I have fallen off my rocker :O. I discovered this fabric designer on<a href="http://www.fabricworm.com/ghrebyalhe.html" target="_blank"> Fabricworm </a>quite awhile ago and stashed it away until I could find an event worthy. The fabric is nice and heavy and great quality..let's not get me started on the illustrations!! Oh Alexander Henry I love you!! <br />
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The top is made with <a href="http://www.fabricworm.com/alheghghande.html" target="_blank">Alexander Henry, The Ghastlies, A Ghastlie Angle Deadly Mauve</a>. My favorite of all, a little bubble skirt in Alexander Henry, The Ghastlies Deadly Mauve (the baby in the carriage is my favorite part!)<br />
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The next number was pillowcase dress. Oh I know what you are thinking, not another pillowcase dress?!! I purchased this pattern as a flower themed dress...however I turned it into this delight!! I'm a native Vermonter (<a href="http://www.vermont.org/Visit_Vermont/index.aspx" target="_blank">Burlington</a>), born and raised there. I moved to St. Pete, Fl in 2004. I would say the thing I miss most (other than family) is FALL (and Christmas of course!)...I'm only showing parts of the dress, as it is not finished ;O<br />
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My husband and I are proud to have participated in an event that will benefited <a href="http://childrensdreamfund.org/" target="_blank">The Children's Dream Fund</a>. This is a fantastic Charity that give seriously ill children a chance to make their biggest dreams come true. Franny Flinn had so generously donated a dress to raffle off during the event at our table. Amazingly enough, no tickets were purchased. I have decided to continue the raffle online and in store for the rest of the month. Tickets are $2.00. Proceeds will be donated to this fund. We were also happy to have one of the Dream Funds "kids" in our show (I am not identifying the child for their privacy). We hope that this experience has brought happiness and fond memories for her and her family.<br />
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Tah-Ta for now ;PAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10926043483641673652noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-652251551038778927.post-76629309371316731062012-09-09T18:46:00.003-04:002012-09-15T16:59:06.725-04:00'Tis the SeasonFor the past 2 months Sheri (owner/photog) & I have been collaborating on a project. It seemed so far away then---well, now we are two days away from the promo shoot and I am feeling the adrenaline kicking in!<br />
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The idea was to come up with apparel that we can mix and match together in Holiday spirit, style the kiddos in them and shoot them in one of Sheri's infamous sets. As she puts it " Dr. Seuss meets Tim Burton". In addition to custom outfit made for each child, Sheri will offer several photo products including (not limited to) Greetings Cards.<br />
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Three sample dresses with matching knickers ( I really like saying Knickers..hahaha) & coordinating hair accessories and a vest for a boy were made. I used fabrics from Michael Miller and Robert Kaufman...the aquas, reds and pink are just gorgeous. <br />
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I would love to share pics but my amateur shots would not do them justice...I'm waiting for the pro! Here's a sneak peek of the set over at <a href="http://efpgallery.com/" target="_blank">Enchanted Forest Photography</a> (yet again, keppin' it local with another <a href="http://www.keepsaintpetersburglocal.org/" target="_blank">KSPL</a> local member/founder).<br />
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TahTa for now ;PAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10926043483641673652noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-652251551038778927.post-11139632148747849542012-09-03T23:02:00.000-04:002012-09-03T23:25:07.117-04:00Why Not?I was recently asked if I had a blog. Well, NO, I didn't and I thought...yes, I would really like to start one. Well, here I am! <br />
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The next 6 weeks will bring some very exciting yet exhausting and nerve racking moments. However, I thought it would be a perfect time to document my journey! <br />
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I am in the process of restructuring my website, creating this blog, preparing for 3 events, sewing for those events, managing the boutique all the while mothering my 18 month little girl Sophia (aka FiFi). Yes, she will be talked about ALOT I am sure! Phew-I am exhausted just listing it all!<br />
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I plan on blogging about my many, many loves; crafting, sewing, merchandising/buying, business logistics (accounting etc), and caring for my little one. I fear I have some big shoes to fill--trying to manage it all. I have some great inspiration tho! <br />
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In the meantime, Here is alittle about me!<br />
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My inspiration to craft, sew and sell little girls clothing took shape over the past 2 years as I became pregnant with my daughter and became obessed with finding the most adorable clothing, nursery design ideas and DIY projects and I could go on and on. I soon stumbled upon sewing and crafting blogs. I know what you are thinking..."just now?". Yeppers!! As a Mom of two grown boys I never had the need to look for such things and besides I was on the computer way too much for my work at home job anyhow and never a girly girl in anyway!<br />
The first blog I fell in love with was one that Lindsay writes ( <a href="http://thecottagehome.blogspot.com/">The Cottage Mama</a>-thus the big shoes to fill!). And well....it was over from there! I follow so many brilliant and talented woman now. I hope to introduce you to them along the way.<br />
I am excited to document, share and learn from my journey of opening a boutqiue for little girls, all while crafting and sewing and let's not forget entertaining and educating little FiFI! I hope I can inspire and bring a few chuckles to your lives while doing so.<br />
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