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.

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!!!

My biggest order!

I am finally getting some of my big orders shipped out - You can't even see all the bibs and burp cloths buried under these onesies!!! But you get the idea... it feels so nice to get this stuff done - I hate making people wait for their stuff! Can you believe this pile!!! Honestly - the picture doesn't do it justice!

YIPEE!!!!

Sneak Peak at our new Boys COLLECTION

I am so utterly thrilled with Joel Dewberry's new line. I am working on the most fabulous boys collection using his fabrics and I am so excited to get these in my shop! So I figured I would give you a sneak peak! This collection will be quite a bit different from my typical onesie, bib and burp cloths - so I hope you check back soon or Subscribe to this blog to receive notification when this hits my shop! These will surely take the baby world by storm! These aren't for your average baby boys - but for the hip and trendy fella who isn't afraid of color and patterns!

Enjoy!

Lemons and Lollis Temporarily Closed!

We will temporarily be closing our doors to new orders. Thanks to all our wonderful customers we are swamped with orders and want to devote our time and attention to processing these.

PLUS...because we have been so busy we haven't had time to develop our newest line of baby boy products. These are phenomenal and will surely be a big hit!!! I was so excited to get these out there, but haven't had time - so once we are caught up we will be developing some great new toddler boy clothing -as well as adding to our "eeva Dress" collection.

Be sure to subscribe to our blog to receive notification of our new collections as well as our opening date! See the column to the right of our blog.

We are always available by email and will still be checking convos in our shop occasionally - so please don't hesitate to contact us if you have any questions!
Cheers,
Corina
lemondropsandlollipops@hotmail.com

Amy Butler new NIGELLA Fabrics are COMING!!!

***NEW FABRICS COMING!!*****

I am happy to say my new "Eeva Dress" has been a big hit. I started this collection in the designer fabrics from Joel Dewberry. He just hit the scene and his fabrics are incredible. Due to the overwhelming response I will be adding more fabrics for this new design - plus I will be doing some jackets for upcoming fall and winter.

Amy Butler has been a favorite fabric designer for years now. I have personally made a few quilts from her fabrics alone. Her stuff is modern and eclectic with a bit of traditional. I LOVE IT!!! She just released a new line called "nigella". It is absolutely stunning!! I will be adding to my "eeva dress" line with three more dresses from Amy Butler fabrics. Two dresses will feature her new "nigella" line and a third from her classic "belle" collection. Unfortunately some of these fabrics are on back order - so it is hard to say when these will be available in my shop. If you would like to be notified when the dresses are available for sale. Please subscribe to this blog (see the column to the right) to receive updates!

Thanks - and as always - please support fellow artists by shopping handmade - ONLY on ETSY!

lemonsandlollis

Toddler Dresses!!! YIPEE!

I have been "chomping' at the bit" (who says that anyways)... to make toddler dresses - partly because my little sweet pea can't wear my creations anymore - she is growing like a weed!!! Plus.. I wanted to create lines that wouldn't leave big sis out. My goal is to have a baby collection and a coordinating toddler girl collection. That way when the new baby is born - big sis can get a little surprise too!!!

When I came across Joel Dewberry's new collection - I knew this was it! I am so pleased with how this dress turned out. It's simple and classic design will make it timeless. It is extremely well constructed with surged seams that are completely encased in the dress - making it a great hand-me-down dress lasting lifetimes. It is reversible giving you two designer looks in one. Plus it is roomy enough you can layer it over a simple white t-shirt and jeans as the seasons begin to change giving your little girl that bohemian chic look! Finally, the cherry on top, I will use it as a cover-up. My daughters latest trick is dribbling her drink down her chin and onto whatever clothes she happens to be wearing. So... I'll keep one in my bag and when we are out shopping and we need a quick wardrobe change - I can throw it over her clothes and we are off!!!

I call it my eeva dress - named after my sweet pea - see more at lemonsandlollis.com

OISEAU DE BEBE COLLECTION

I just got this Alexander Henry Fabric in - I have to tell you - it is so fabulous!!! The modern white birds on a turquoise backdrop with large raspberry flowers, baby tangerine flowers, plum and lime accents is just to die for!!! I think this one is going to be selling fast - actually I sold a full collection within 2 minutes of listing it! How's that for fast!!! Check it out at http://www.lemonsandlollis.com/

Custom Work!

So I just finished a custom collection for the nicest lady. This set was made to coordinate with her daughters ballet class. I absolutely adore how this collection turned out. I will definitely need to repeat it in other fabrics (the ones in the pictures are the ones the customer sent to me - :( - they were so cute!!! Anyways.. Here are the pics - and no - they aren't for sale in my shop - I'll have to find that special fabric I can remake these appliques in.

I have been contemplating expanding my collection to include toddler clothing - specifically little girl dresses and tops! When I came across this absolutely FABULOUS new fabric designer JOEL dewberry - I figured this would be my opportunity! To invest in whole bolts of fabric for my Mommy run shop is such a big investment for me! So... I have been waiting for something I just truly LOVE! That way if it doesn't sell - I know I will use it for myself and LOVE it!! I honestly don't think I'll have problems with this designer collection! I can't wait to get it in my hands - Ordered and hopefully here in two weeks - I apparently made it in the first shipment from the manufacturer - YEAH!!! So keep your eyes out and subscribe to a feed of my blog if you want to know when it hits the store!!

Cheers!

Lemons and Lollis featured on ETSY kids blog!!

I am still surprised at the kindness and generousity I have found in the Etsy community! I have the best customers and fellow artists surrounding me every day!! Knit Style's etsy shop is no exception!!! Such a sweetie - she went out of her way to nominate my shop to be featured on the Etsy Kids blog!!


This is my special thanks to KNIT STYLE for such a sweet gesture!!
OH... be sure to check out the etsy kids blog - to see my store featured! YEAH!!!

Japanese Fabric Imported

I am so excited!! I absolutely love Japanese fabric - I have wanted to use it in my shop for sometime now - but as pricey as it is - I haven't been able to work it in - without breaking the bank - or charging a fortune!!! Well.. I finally got a great idea where I can incorporate it and get my customers some fabulous japanese prints - that won't break the bank! These are two coming to me as we speak all the way from JAPAN! Yipee!!! I'll guess you will just have to wait and see what creations come of it - TRUST me - you will want to see these- The ideas are just flowing!!! I can't wait!

To see more in my shop click here.

On a recent visit to Jekyll Island off the coast of Georgia I discovered a great new center opening. It is called the Georgia Sea Turtle Center (opening June 16th 2007). Considering the fact that all seven species of sea turtles are in danger of extinction – this new center caught my attention. The GSTC mission and goals are 1) REHABILITATION of ill and injured sea turtles, 2) RESEARCH on the health of individual turtles, local and global sea turtle populations and other turtles, terrapins and tortoises, and 3) EDUCATION about marine eco-system to empower individuals, business and government agencies to protect the coastal habitat.

In honor of that visit as well as my scuba diving experience and many one on one encounters with these amazing creatures - I will be donating $5.00 from every sale of this onesie to this facility. To learn more about what you can do – or to make direct donations please visit www.georgiaseaturtles.org

Penny the Peacock needs a home!

I know I always say this, but I love my newest creation! I call her Penny the Peacock. She is part of an entire collection for some wonderful little baby! She was made from Heather Bailey fabrics (she is probably the newest designer to join the Free Spirit fabric line) - I love her stuff! I have some more coming from her fabric collection - so check back often. Do you know someone who can adopt Penny for me!! Please Help!

Grandmas Sewing Machine

I LOVE my NEW sewing machine... We'll it's really my Grandma's sewing machine. You know the one she sewed all my quilts, sleeping bags and dresses on. This machine is the BOMB! It is a viking and comes with these Cams - I hope I spelled that right! Anyways... you can choose all these designer stitches... I absolutely love the sweet little scallops, but I am sure I will find uses for all the other stitches. This is my latest creation - fully utilizing the cute stitches I can do with my new machine - Grandma would be proud!

Latest Creations!

I have had such a great response to my Baby Hair Candy that I have made "hair candy" for mommies too!! I will eventually have styles that match all of my onesies... How cute would it be to have that touch of "matchy, matchy" to your little one by adding a sweet hair clip in your hair! Even match your boys! Plus.. what mommy has time to do their hair anyways... this way you can look stylish, put together and even match your wee one... Check out some of my latest styles...