Treasury Feature and a Favorite New shop!

I have to do a quick shout out to Rach from Roxy Creations. First of all her shop is to die for!!! I love it when I am lucky enough to find a talented artist like this. Her shop is stunning!! Click the link below to go and see for yourself:

or http://www.roxycreations.etsy.com

and.... the reason for the shout out... is to thank her for featuring my Stick puppets in an awesome treasury. See it here:

http://www.etsy.com/treasury_list.php?room_id=86470

Thanks a bunch Rach.. and best of luck with your shop.

We're Back! Sort of!! :*)

We'll I've been out of the loop forever. I sincerely apologize for not even having the time to keep my blog updated. I'll do a quick synopsis of the last 9 months of my life.

I had my son Jan. 3rd.. super cute, healthy, and the sweetest little guy you'll ever meet!

March I took the kids home (WA state) for a visit with all the grandparents and family.

Mid March - hurt my back - had to have a micro disectamy on my lower spine.. yikes! Wasn't fun, although quite the blessing that it happened in WA where I had all my family to help with my kids. This turned my 3 week trip to WA state into a 3 Month stay while I healed.

Late June returned home to Florida... and slowly tried to get into a routine by myself with the kids. I flew my brother back with me to help for 2 weeks and ended up putting him to work painting the kids rooms and helping me decorate them. I hadn't even had my son's room together yet.

August... my oldest daughter celebrated her 4th birthday and started pre-school... Tears... and Tears of Joy. Scary and fun all at the same time. She's so ready for the stimulation... mommy just wasn't quite ready to let my first baby start the never ending path of school days and letting go. She's doing fantastic by the way!!

That leads me to now! I'm slowly getting time to work on my shop. Although it's been really hard now that I've given up my craft room to my son. I now share the playroom as my craft room. This makes it super challenging especially now that I have a son crawling who likes to stick everything in his mouth! Yikes! So I've decided to focus on smaller runs, completely hand-sewn items. I am really enjoying this now since I can focus on the best part of having my own shop which is creating what I love and focusing on the details.

I just listed some of my latest projects. Some hair bow holders - for all that couture hair candy you buy. I've also made some felt puppets and some hand embroidered artwork. Here are a few pics above.

Thanks for all the kind and loving words. My customers never cease to amaze me. I truly am blessed with the best customers.

Heres to you, CHEERS!

Newest Baby Collection FAWN OVER ME

Our newest addition to our shop entitled "Fawn over me". This sweet collection features our original artwork in beautiful shades of teal, raspberry and lime. Have you ever wondered when someone walks past your baby and doesn't "ooh... and ahh"? Well... this collection is sure to grab their attention and say "HEY YOU, fawn over me!" Our image of our little fawn and references to "baby Deer (Dear)" and "Doe a Deer" add to the whimsical feel of this layette. PLUS... we are adding coordinating baby slippers to match. We are finalizing the pattern still, but these are turning out super cute! Get a sneak peek here with one of our "OOPS" booties. We have to make a few oops to perfect the pattern, sizing, and sewing issues before we will release these to our wonderful customers! Enjoy, and please let me know what you think! I'm dieing to hear feedback on this set.

New Collection

A lot of you may remember this fabric print from some of my prior lines. It was so super popular and one of my personal favorites. So I was so bummed when I tried to re-order it from the manufacturer only to find out they discontinued it. So how did I get it? We'll I am always checking out various fabric stores (imagine that), and happened across an obscure fabric shop in North Carolina. I found a few yards left of this moda fabric and scooped it up immediately. Knowing, it is sold out EVERYWHERE!! Trust me I looked and looked! Anyways... so here it is... long story short introducing my "Daisy Chain" line. Enjoy!

Only available at Lemons and Lollis

Baby Jackets

I just added to my collection of Sweamonets. I love these little jackets and I took extra special time on this particular one. Adding a sweet bird applique on the back with a trail of sequence. I also added a box ruffle along the neckline. This one is definitely my favorite! Limited quantities are avialable. I have only made 2 in each size and that will be it!

Available at http://www.lemonsandlollis.com/

Reversible Toddler Dresses

After much demand I am finally getting some more eeva dresses made up. This one is now up in my shop and I have two more designs coming. I think this print is fantastic for christmas time. Don't worry if you don't live in a warm climate - My daughter wears hers over a pair of jeans and a long t-shirt for a bohemian chic look. Or pair them over a t-shirt and leggings to dress up a dull outfit. Available exclusively at LEMONS AND LOLLIS!

Modern Nursery Artwork

I am so excited to introduce our new line of nursery artwork. Created by the talented artist Trevor Gagner of "The Vision Parlor" these fun and modern prints would work for any childs room. These are limited editions prints of 100 and come signed by the artist.

I can totally picture the whole series hung up in a row on the wall. These fabulous prints will definitely add that punch of color to any little ones room! Plus they are printed on a high quality canvas and are shipped to you ready for framing. SHOP NOW!

Christmas Time!

Yikes! I can't believe I am posting this - but I couldn't resist! This was a gift set I was hoping to save till Christmas, but it is so modern and sweet I honestly think it is appropriate for any season. So here it goes.. Newly added to my shop today and after many requests I added a baby blanket that coordinates. Enjoy. Please click on pictures to buy. Thanks for supporting hand-made.

Available only at http://www.lemonsandlollis.com/

Soft Chime Balls

I am so excited for the recent addition to my shop.... these sweet chime balls. I love the modern prints and the sweet chime it makes when it's shaken. I need another baby - quick!!! Just so she/he can play with these soft balls. They come packaged in a set of 3 in soft tulle ready for gift giving. Now available at http://www.lemonsandlollis.com/.

Fabulous Art!!! Check this out!

I am so excited to share with you a fabulous new Etsy Artist. His work is absolutely fantastic! So different from anything I have seen. You absolutely must check his shop out!!!

http://www.thevisionparlor.etsy.com/

He just so happens to be my brother... I guess that creative gene runs in the family. I loved his stuff so much I convinced him to make a baby and nursery line that will be exclusively available at Lemons and Lollis. So be sure to check back soon for those exciting additions!

As always, thanks for supporting handmade by shopping http://www.lemonsandlollis.com/ and....

http://www.thevisionparlor.etsy.com/

Grand Re-Opening!

I am so excited to be back open! It has been a busy month for me finalizing our fall collection and building our new and improved website. I would love to hear feedback - I'm not a website designer by any means so this was a big undertaking for me! I learned a lot though and I am so glad I ventured down that path.

Before I highlight some items in my fall collection I want to send much thanks to all the wonderful comments and support I have received from so many of my customers! You guys rock!

So we have a ton of new stuff... but I wanted to highlight a few special items here. These are all limited editions. Only one is available in each size in each color combo - so if you see something you like I suggest you buy it now. Once they are sold, no more will be made. I hope you like them as much as I do - these were by far the most fun I had sewing my fall collection.

I also made this sweet tote for my daughter who just celebrated her second birthday. It turned out so cute, I decided to make 3 more to sell in my shop. Once these are sold - no more will be made.

Finally, I have made the decision to expand my website and start carrying some fabulous Handmade Items from other wonderful designers. I am choosing items that I had bought for my daughter, that I feel are unique, well made, and stand the torture of a 2 year old! Here is the latest addition - but I have a lot more coming!

As always thanks for supporting handmade - and please subscribe to my blog to receive notifications when new items hit our shop! (just enter your email address to the right on my blog's home page http://www.lemonsandlollis.blogspot.com/)

SALE SALE SALE SALE

I am completely caught up on my orders and busily preparing my fall collection to be released the second week of September. In the meantime I am clearing out my studio and retiring some older collections. I will be listing items at sale prices. These are typically the last one left, in the size stated. No other sizes will be available. Their are also some bibs with no burp cloths, etc... etc... You get the idea... Anyways.. check out my shop to get some great products at discounted prices.

Check this out!!!

I have to share a little story! I have a wonderful friend name Ruby. We actually met in a mom's playgroup almost 2 years ago. Life has lead us to different parts of the country, but we still stay in touch. She has been successfully selling jewelry in person to various outlets and I have to say her products are STUNNING!!! Due to some probing and pushing from me and others we have convinced her to open up her own online shop! She uses only the finest gemstones and sterling silver. Her products are meant to last a lifetime. Here are some of my favorites.

She is running a "SUMMER BLOWOUT" Sale until August 17th and has all of her products are marked 20% off!! This is the time to give her products a try - trust me - You won't be dissapointed! Plus they already come packaged for gift giving! Do you have a birthday coming up for someone special! Please help support handmade - buy shopping Etsy and Crystal Kitten Jewelry!

Cheers!

Corina

My last big order is ready to ship!

Yeah!! I am officially caught up! Wow... what a great feeling. I just had to share more pics of this last big order. I will be headed to the post office first thing tomorrow! That will be such a nice feeling. I feel like I have been behind for so long - I am officially caught up! Yipee - let's celebrate - drinks on me!!! Okay now I need a picture of a drink!
Cheers!

I have the best customers EVER!

So I know I have said this before, but I have the best customers ever. I feel so priviledge to have met so many wonderful and equally talented people through my shop. One person in particular has really become a friend even though we haven't ever met in person. She is so genuinely sweet and generous I just have to send out hugs via my blog!!! Amber - you rock!!! She has continually shared beautiful photos of her daughters wearing my clothes and her latest share is her baby girl playing with some of my blocks. These photos are so divine! Even though I am not selling these block any more - I had to share them here on my blog! How CUTE!!! Please check out her beautiful websites:

http://www.thencomesmarriage.com/

http://www.babygphotography.com/

You will honestly be so impressed!!!