Wednesday, July 14, 2010

I'm Back!

To blogging that is! I can't believe it has been a week and a half since I've posted! I haven't been sewing today, the first day in many.(and I'm sure my poor sewing machine is heaving a great sigh of relief!) I have been so busy stocking my etsy shop, that I haven't noticed the passing of the days. I just finished listing eight new items, seven dresses and a set of three pairs of embellished socks. I'll show you a couple of my favorites,


I call this my 'Little Bo Peep' dress. I just love the eyelet, don't you? This dress is my own design, and is one of a kind.


And this is my 'Flower's of Fire' dress. The colours are so vibrant and summery. I think this is my favorite! Oh I wish I had a little girl again! I made this dress yesterday, and now I am at loose ends. Time to start a new project!
On Sunday I was lucky enough to buy two half shell mannequins, a toddler, and a child size. So yesterday, I redid all of the pics of the items in my shop, plus pics for the new items. Things look so much better on the mannequins, but boy, is it alot of work! Dressing and undressing, and taking pics in the meantime, it took me two hours! But, it was worth the effort. The pics turned out great, or at least I think so, and if you saw the previous pics, I think you will agree! As of this moment I have seventeen items listed in my shop, and I have to be honest and say that I am immensely please with myself! Since retiring from work four years ago,(because of my illnesses) I have been feeling unproductive, and to be down right blunt, useless. Fibromyalgia is so debilitating that it is impossible to keep a regular job, with regular hours and schedules. Opening my etsy shop has been like a breath of fresh air. I feel useful and productive, and I can sew when I feel up to it. If I want to sew at three in the morning, I can. If I have a few bad days, I don't have to do anything. Everything is at my own pace. It has been liberating for me, and I would like to thank everyone who has supported me in this endeavor. My family, who has listened endlessly to my chatter about fabrics, patterns and all things etsy, and not to mention the sound of my sewing machines at all hours! Too my friends who have encouraged me, and to all my wonderful readers and followers who have also listened to my etsy ramblings, from the first idea til now. Thank you so much everyone! I love you!
Another person I would like to thank is someone who has become so close to me in such a short time. Amanda, from The Modern Brady Bunch Family Blog. Although we live thousands of miles away from each other, we talk and text everyday. She has become a very important part of my life, and has taught me to believe in myself. Thanks for being you Amanda! While I'm talking about Amanda, you should really check out her etsy store, Six Little Chickens. She has just posted the most awesome bag. And she will personalize it with your initial. I just love it. Take a look!


Well, I may not have posted in a week and a half, but I've certainly made up for it today! I'd love it if you would hop over and check out Amanda and my etsy shops, and leave us a comment to let us know what you think. Thanks again, Anne

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23 comments:

  1. Oh how I love that orange dress! What a lovely idea!

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  2. These dresses are so adorable! Thanks for stopping by!

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  3. Very cute dresses!! I LOVE that darling pink one with the ribbon sash! Thanks for stopping by justsewsassy today:)

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  4. Such adorable dresses! I LOVE 'Flower's of Fire' dress!! Orange and peaches are my favorite color. I'm checking out your Etsy page next. My lil girl is still lil and LOVES dresses so I'm gonna go have me a look-see. I LOVE that tote also. I know the A goes perfect with Anne but...it's also perfect for AliLilly, Ami (me) or Alice (my lil girl) Thanks for stopping by today! :)

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  5. Those dresses are so sweet!! Love them. I hope you'll link up to Make It Wear It today!

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  6. Beautiful dresses, right back at you from Everything Etsy.

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  7. I love that orange dress, it's perfect for summer! Thanks for visiting my blog and commenting on my tables :) I am NOT enjoying the rainy dreary summer, but have my fingers crossed for at least a little sunshine before it snows - ha. I can't wait to see some of the other projects you've done...I love to sew and you've inspired me to get back to it!

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  8. Hello i also host a friday blog hop! Feel free to add yourself to the list any time! Im your newest follower!

    Have a wonderful Friday!

    xoxox
    Lo
    http://22yroldhousewife.blogspot.com/

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  9. Thanks so much for visiting my blog over at Fabric Therapy. I really appreciate it. And I love the Flowers of Fire Dress. The colors are awesome.

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  10. Thanks for visiting my blog! Ok can I just say that eyelet is GORGEOUS! When I found out I was having a girl (two years ago) I got eyelet happy in her room. :O) The orange dress would be a favorite in my house...we love orange. I am happy you found a way to work with your illness. A way to make lemonade out of lemons...easier said than done. :o)

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  11. Here from the blog hop! Cuuute blog :) Hope you'll follow me back! www.giveawaysformom.com

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  12. What pretty dresses! I am so happy that you found something to be passionate about. I am definitely going to check out your Etsy shop :)

    Thank you for participating in the Creative Therapy Session with Life in the Pitts!

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  13. love your dresses would love to do a review & giveaway on my blog

    Here from FF and wanted to say hi.
    Take a minute an check my blog out if you haven't already.
    I have lots of great giveaways going on.
    Thanks :)

    ethertonphotography.blogspot.com

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  14. I so heart your Lil Bo Peep dress. What adorable sewing you do. I am so glad you visited The Paisley Cupcake so I could jump over and see your creations.

    ~jan

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  15. I'm a new follower from FFF. I look forward to reading more of your posts! I'd love for you to stop by my blog!

    http://www.ingenuemom.com

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  16. Your little strawberry dress is AMAZING!!! I am so envious that you can sew! WHat talent you have!!!

    www.makingmemorieswithyourkids.blogspot.com

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  17. Very cute! I love the bright colors.
    Thanks for visiting my blog http://life-n-reflection.blogspot.com/

    Kristy

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  18. Such adorable dresses! And I love this bag...it is so great!!

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  19. I LOOOOOOOOOOOOOOVE the orange dress!! Do you make them for grown up girls? XD So adorable...but I have two boys...oh well, hoping my sisters will have girls soon!

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  20. Oh my gosh, those dresses are just beautiful! I don't know which I like more! Maybe the flowers of fire, but the strawberries are just lovely...

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  21. hey there, I adore that bag! I don't know if its the font of the initial or the pattern but its adorable :)

    thanks for visiting my blog :)

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  22. such sweet little dresses, i hope i get to have a little girl one day so i can dress her just like this :) you are so talented!

    -Jackie
    http://jaclyndesigns.blogspot.com/

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  23. those are adorable dresses! You are very talented! Thank you so much for linking up all of your wonderful creations.

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