Whew..it's been awhile since I've blogged. Have you ever had one of those months where you're super busy ...but it doesn't seem like you've accomplished much? I had one of those months!
I managed to finish two toddler custom order cowboy hats yesterday.. both size 6-12m, both tan. Right after I finished them, I realized one was supposed to be dark brown 6-12m and the other light brown 0-3m. Really!?!? I was so mad at myself...I'm going to re-do them both this coming weekend but this time, I'll do them right! So I will either be selling the two tan ones on facebook or at Italy Ava..they are super cute.
This past weekend was rough- my wonderful Grandmother passed away on Sunday, January 27th. I had the pleasure and honor of spending a few of her last hours with her the night before..many family members were there as well and I'm so glad I made the trip over to be with her...those are moments I'll never forget. My Grandma was a quilter...she made quilts for her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren...they are the BEST quilts in the world. I was really saddened on Sunday when I received the phone call that she had passed away... I moped around quite a bit. Monday morning I woke up and had the urge to make quilts... I had a feeling it was Grandma visiting me ;) So, I got out some quilting material and made the cutest little girl rag quilt...and then today I started on the cutest little boy rag quilt. There is just something about making quilts that is soothing. I put all of my attention in each piece I make regardless if it's a hairpiece, quilt, hat, etc. but I will admit that much more than my attention goes into my quilts... lots of love go into those..I am so stinking picky when I make those...they must be perfect and I mean absolutely perfect. I guess it's like my materpieces when it comes to sewing..something that relaxes me and makes me forget about lifes challenges. I have a feeling I'll be making a lot of quilts over the next few months:) If you haven't purchased a little rag quilt for the little one in your life, I recommend it... between the costs and time put into the quilts, they are a steal at between $60 and $75..and the best part, they are a keepsake...an heirloom.
I recently posted that I took the plunge and ordered some beautiful little girl headbands that I will sell. It'll be the very first thing that will not be handmade by me that I will be selling. My intention behind that is to have more available for my customers and not be so limited in what I can offer to my customers. I'm waiting (impatiently!!) for them to arrive. If all goes well, I do plan on opening it up to ordering clothing as well .. I think it's a good fit for me. Suggestions are always welcome... I want to make sure I'm ordering things that people love. Pretty exciting!!
I'm still fairly busy with existing custom orders but am really trying to get caught back up so I can resume taking new orders. I am also trying to keep things stocked up in my facebook album entitled "Available for Purchase" which are items that are available for immediate purchase. I also have a selection of items at Italy Ava as well ...and the nice thing about going to Italy Ava is that you can not only get a cute baby gift, you can also find many things for yourself...pamper yourself with a new outfit:)
Well, that's it for now. I'm off to hunt for a new DIY project to share with all of you!
Take care and be well!
Amy
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