jonathan adler stationary

Loving Jonathan Adler's stationary line.  Those prints can make something as boring as a luggage tag adorable and exciting.

forget the gift, I'll just take this wrapping paper

navy pinwheel

Here are some shots of the Pinwheel Skirt in navy.  I liked it so much for my client that I had to make one for myself.  I used a "linen look" instead of a true linen, and I actually like it a lot better.  It is a little more stiff, but that works for the skirt, and it hardly wrinkles.  

we have a winner!

And the winner of the Little Miss Tutu $200 giveaway is......

Julie @ My Life....Inspired!!!

she said:

Julie @ My Life...Inspired said...

They are all so stinkin cute!!! My favorite is the light pink/hot pink combo!

Congratulations Julie! Shoot an email over to contact@littlemisstutu.com and they can get started on your order!

Fun in the Sun{dress} guest post

 

Today I'm guest posting over at icandy handmade for their Summer Sundress series.  Go check it out!

Little Miss Tutu GIVEAWAY!

I have an awesome giveaway for you guys today!  Little Miss Tutu is giving away a Tutu package worth $200!!   

Little Miss Tutu Giveaway 

 $200 value!

Pettiskirt Birthday PARTY!!!

10 Pettiskirts of your choice - $100 value
10 Hair bows to patch the pettis - $50 value
10 bracelets to match the pettis - $50 value

 

Pettiskirts are recommended for girls between the ages of 0-6 years. If the winner doesn't want to use the pettiskirts for a birthday party that is totally ok! Here is a link to the site http://www.littlemisstutu.com/

To Enter:

• You must be an Elle Apparel follower
• Leave a comment with your favorite tutu from the Little Miss Tutu shop

 The giveaway ends this Thursday June 23rd, and I will announce the winner on Friday.

Good luck!

custom order

Well, we survived a 5 hour plane ride with a toddler on our laps, and an 11 hour car ride and are getting settled into life in California for the next few months.  Sorry about the lack of posts this week. It's been pretty crazy around here.  And for all of those who have sent me emails in the last week or so, I should get back to you shortly!  Man....moving sure takes it out of you!

Before heading back east for my husband's externship, I did a big custom order for a client.  It was so much fun brainstorming ideas and fabrics with her and she was such a dream to work with.  I sewed up a storm the 2 weeks before we left, but I got them completed!  She has fantastic taste and it was really fun to see my work on someone else :)

This has taken much longer than I thought, but here are most of the pieces that I created for her:

I couldn't wait to show my client this skirt!  She wanted a Pinwheel Skirt in a navy linen, and I can't get over how great it turned out.  Luckily I could tell that it was going to be darling, and I ordered the same fabric and made the same skirt for me.  Honestly, you can't go wrong with a classic navy.

Kelley Green linen full skirt.  I did lot of wide box pleats to give it a nice fullness at the bottom.

This is a white linen version of the Pinwheel skirt I made for Sew News.  I like that it is just simple with no trim, but the details of the skirt don't get lost.  

This shirt-dress is made from a simple Gap body top and a super soft light blue knit.  She wanted a slightly lower waistband than an empire waist, with pockets.  It also hit a little below the knee and looked amazing on her.  It is super easy and casual, but could be dressed up with some heals and a statement necklace no problem.

I made this shirt-dress out of a white top with ruched sleeves and a charcoal linen.  I added ties to the pack and pockets.  This is a little more formal than the previous shirt-dress and perfect for church.  It looks even better on!

I also created this maxi skirt in a heather gray, with only the ruffles at the bottom.  It was probably one of my favorite pieces.  I finished it first and couldn't wait to get it to her, so I totally forgot about photographing it.  I am working on one for myself, so I'll post some pictures once I get mine completed.

Welcome Sponsor: Jameson Monroe

I'd like to welcome another fabulous new sponsor: Jameson Monroe! This darling etsy shop has so many cute options for your little one. I had a hard time narrowing down my favorites...

 how cute are these black and charcoal baby legs? 

(and how cute is that baby?? seriously!)

Do they make these in my size?

 even blankets for your little man!  love this Michael Miller print.

 

 The Chelsea minky blanket

these little bracelets are darling!  I especially love the sterling silver beads. They would make a perfect little blessing keepsake. 

burp that baby in style

and coming soon to the shop, boutique quality headbands

Here is a little note from Jameson Monroe:

We are two sisters who love all things fashion and being on top of the trends.  When we had our children, we found it very difficult to find accessories for them in hip and modern prints and styles, so we thought, "why not make them ourselves?" Jameson Monroe was created to bring chic mothers and their children the most fashionable and chic creations out there. It is truly our passion.  This is how Jameson Monroe came to be. We hope you enjoy what we do and will allow us to create something special for you and your children.

….And what chic mother doesn't love the chicest of treats, and with names like Fleur De Sel, you know they are just that. Check out our homemade caramels for an incredibly satisfying treat!

There are many more adorable finds in their shop!

Wedding Wear: guest post

I'm guest posting about what to wear to a wedding over at Whatever Dee Dee Wants today, go check it out!

eastern market

A few weekends ago we went with our friends Whitney and DJ to the Eastern Market on Capitol Hill in downtown DC. It is the longest operating farmers market in DC. They have tons of fresh produce, flowers, meat, art stands, and a huge flea market.

Whitney and I are both obsessed with crepes, and she raved about this crepe stand. We got a crepe with strawberries, cream, and nutella that was divine.

I'm still kicking myself for not grabbing a pair of these adorable earrings

my lova

Whit and I

We left with a bag full of fresh peaches. I had every intention to make peach smoothies and a peach dessert, but I just couldn't bring myself to mix them with any other food. You can't beat the taste of a fresh peach. So we just ended up devouring them over the kitchen sink with juice dripping down our chins.

Welcome Sponsor: Ooh Baby Designs + giveaway winner!

How hot are infinity scarves right now?  Seriously, they are everywhere.  My new sponsor, Ooh Baby Designs has some adorable ones to choose from!  Ooh Baby Designs also carries great other accessories including hats, checkbook covers, and sling bags.  Take a look!

heather gray and white stripes?  you had me at hello.

I can visualize myself throwing on this scarf with a casual white tee, dark skinny jeans, gladiator sandals and a high bun.

merlot

mustard scarf.  You can never have too much mustard in your wardrobe.

kelley green

cute newsboy hat

how adorable would these checkbook covers look in your purse?  It sure beats a plain old checkbook floating around.

Stop by and take a look around!

and now for the Socialite Skirt giveaway WINNER!!

and the winner is.......

Suburbs Mama!

"I love this skirt, Anything with stripes for me :)

http://suburbsmama.blogspot.com/"

Congratulations on your new skirt!  Shoot me over an email and we can get the ball rolling!

THANK YOU to everyone who entered!  I was seriously overwhelmed at all of the entries.  You guys rock!