Heavenly Homemades

Tis the season

2009-12-01T11:39:00.002-07:00

Good news! The economy is bad.

Wait... how is this good you might ask?

Because it gives me more reason to be crafty silly. Sooooo, after tuesday the 8th I will officially be done with fall semester and will be crakin' down on a whole ton of goodies to show you.

My craft room is over flowing and I've got inspiration all around. Let's finally get this show on the road!

I Know what I want to do!

2009-10-24T16:58:00.007-06:00

So I'm very sad not to be selling bows anymore, but very happy to be doing things that I love still. I've decide to put two of my all time loves together here, crafting and blogging. And I don't even have to change my blog name. : ) Here's some crafts I've worked on this month. VEry easy and time efficient, and cheap too. These factors are important in mine, and I'm sure in most of your schedules as well.

This first one is something I see as being a deco that can maybe be used for more than one holiday. Just go out and find you some candlesticks at your local thrift, DI, or goodwill store, at your parents or maybe even in your own storage. Spray paint them your choice of paint. I went for a silver metallic paint. I would've liked them to be a bit more dingy looking but I'll take it. I found the holey cheese cloth at the dollar store and the candle sticks as well. You could even have some bleeding candles if you wanted to scare it up a bit more.

I got the idea for this second one from Martha Stewart. Gotta love Martha. All you do is get some styrofoam balls. wrap them with yarn and put a stick on top for the stem. Be sure to flatten top and bottom ends of the ball by pressing it down on a flat surface to keep them from rolling. I did this step after I wrapped and before I stuck the stem in. If you'd like to check Martha's out go here. But don't compare mine to hers, I know they are way cuter. I was just using what I had.

2009-09-30T15:12:00.003-06:00

Ok, I know I haven't done anything with my blog or my store in ages. But the reason being is that I'm back in school and I've decided that my dreams of owning a bow business are just not working out like I wanted. I am still trying to figure something else I can do to this blog that you all can still enjoy. In the mean time, enter in this giveaway for free Ugg boots! Here is the link to win the boots.
http://www.whoogaboots.co.uk/ukugg.asp?p=freeuggboots&xref=heavenlyhomemades.blogspot.com

You're invited!

2009-04-02T12:35:00.003-06:00

Here is a great event for girls and women of all ages. There are tons of giveaways, a fashion show, good food, and of course me and my hair accessories. The best part is 100% of the proceeds go to "Women Without Borders" foundation, which a great cause. Please spread the word and come this Saturday. Click on the poster to enlarge.

Bow Party's!

2008-11-03T21:12:00.006-07:00

I am so excited to introduce to all my wonderful clients a wonderful new way to earn free bows! If you live in Utah within the Tooele, Salt Lake, or Utah counties, I would love to come to your home! Invite all your friends and the more sales you get, the more free bows you earn! What's even better is you can match any outfit you have to any bow you want. If you don't live close by don't worry, I'm offering online bow party's too!

The incentives:
Just for hosting a party, you will recieve your choice of hair accessory at the value of $8.00, no matter how much or little you sell!

$50.00-$75.00 earns 5% of sales which equals from $2.50-$3.75(plus the automatic $8.00)

$75.00-$150.00 earns 10% of sales which equals from $7.50-$15.00(plus the automatic $8.00)

$150.00+ earns 15% of sales which equals $22.50+(plus the automatic $8.00)

It's not hard to get to the first incentive. My average sale per person is $20.00 which means you only need to get 5 of your guests to order for you to be able to earn $13.00 to $15.50 of free product! To schedule your party send me an email at emilydalton02@yahoo.com today!

This Stinks!

2009-01-08T21:44:00.003-07:00

First of all, I apologize to my followers for slacking off. I will get a giveaway up and running, I promise!

I feel the utmost importance of imforming as many mothers and lovers of handcrafted toys, accessories, and clothing of this ridiculous new law that will be in effect as of Febuary 10th. It is called the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act, or the CPSIA.
"CPSIA redefines the legal meaning of “children’s products,” “child care articles,” and “toys” to cover virtually all products designed for use by children 12 years old and younger, as well as all
products designed to “facilitate sleep or the feeding of children age 3 and younger, or to help such children with sucking or teething.” It also requires that industry standard ASTM F963-07, also known as the “Standard Consumer Safety Specification for Toy Safety,” will become the formally-adopted CPSC product safety rule on February 10, 2009."

This means that I, along with every other handcrafter of "children's products" will have to spend a whole bunch more money to get my product tested for lead. I'm all about safety, as a mother of 3, but I buy my supplies from bigger companies who have already tested their product. This WILL put me out of business and many others too.

Not only will this law put hundreds of small business owners out of work, but this will affect your wallets too. Don't be suprised when the price for all children's items go up to supplement the extra money needed for the extra testing. No more garage sales, craiglist, ebay, or thrift stores. It's going to make all these illegal!

This law is completely unfair to the companies of the US. All our lead problems have come from China, but we have to pay for their mistakes?! Please contact your congress man and urge him to ammend this law.

Here is the link to the actual lesiglation here
Here is how you can contact your congress man and your Senator.

If I don't make much sense to you, here is a blog with more definition.

Here are some petitions to sign aswell.
http://www.ipetitions.com/petition/economicimpactsofCPSIA/?e
http://www.ipetitions.com/petition/handmadetoys/

All you have to do is click on these links to make your opinion count. PLEASE, please do so!

Get 10% off only Today!!!

2008-12-04T15:17:00.002-07:00

For anyone who needs christmas gifts for their little princess, check out my huge selection at www.heavenlyhomemades.etsy.com. Today only when you use the code party10 you will recieve 10% off your entire purchase. Hurry to get some good deals on adorable hair accessories.

Cyber Monday Sale!!!

2008-12-01T09:46:00.002-07:00

Hi all! Today everything in shop is buy one get one half off! Hurry and get what you want bafore they all run out. www.heavenlyhomemades.etsy.com

Bow Party At My House

2008-11-24T12:40:00.003-07:00

I would love for anybody in the area to please join my bow party on Thursday the 4th of December. Bring your Christmas outfits to get a perfectly matched bow. I will have clearanced items and everyone who orders will get 10% off their entire purchase!
For more details please give me your email and I will send you an invite. Anyone who would like to take advantage of the 10% discount is welcome to place an order at my online store on the 4th and be sure to include the code 10party for your discount. Custom Orders qualify for discount as well, but only if you order on the fourth!

Keep Watching!

2008-11-17T12:20:00.003-07:00

I just wanted to let my people know that I'm working on a Christmas giveaway right now. So keep your eyes peeled. It's gonna be good!

Also, if you live close by please contact me to find out how you can come to my first bow party and get 10% off your entire purchase! Just send me an email emilydalton02@yahoo.com, or leave me your email in the comment box.

New Items for Fall!

2008-08-21T14:43:00.004-06:00

Just want to give you a sneak peak at what I've been doing for the Fall!

Interchangeable Headbands

2008-04-22T17:17:00.004-06:00

These are so big right now! I have gone to the length of hand dying some of mine to have colors that no one else has. The loop in the middle is made for clips to slip into and of course you can change them around.

clippies

2008-04-22T17:23:00.006-06:00

I make my clippies with nonslip grip to make sure it stays put in your little one's hair. I love making sets, and if purchased in a set, you will always save $2.00.

Flower clippies

2008-04-22T17:26:00.007-06:00

I hardly make the same one twice. I love the variety of medium I can put into these. I sell these for $3.00 each.

Perfect Piggies

2008-04-22T17:30:00.004-06:00

I love these! I use them all the time on my twins. I sell them in sets of winter spring, summer, and fall colors for a 10% savings on the pack, but of course you can buy them individually for $3.00 a pair.

Perfect Ponies

2008-05-02T08:37:00.004-06:00

I wanted to make something for all ages to wear, so here it is. Look for more styles in my etsy shop.

Boutique Bows

2008-05-10T18:19:00.001-06:00

These are boutique styles bows. I can make these how ever you want. Themes, colors, or made to match a childrens lines are a few things to think about when doing a custom order.

Loopy Bows

2008-05-12T10:26:00.005-06:00

These are my loopy bows, they are approximately 3 1/2" long and about 2" in height. They are very full and look beautiful on your little girls head.

Korker Bows

2008-05-12T10:39:00.009-06:00

These are great for matching multiple outfits because of all the colors. They come in pairs for the small korkers and also come in a large size sold individually.

Baby Slings!

2008-06-21T20:07:00.007-06:00

I love how convienent these cute slings are. I have never seen them for under $30.00 so I decided I would give it a shot and make them a little more affordable. Here is a sneak peak of some I already have made. And to my loyal customers who want first dibs, just shoot me an email at emilydalton02@yahoo.com. You can do 4 different holds including a cradle for newborns, frontwards facing, on the hip, and on your back. It holds newborn all the way up to 3 years of age if you would like. I will be posting more photo's for you visual learners on all the holds as soon as I can find a smaller model :).

Sizing chart:

Size/ Shoulder to hip/ Above the chest/ Body Type/ Bra Size
XS/ 21-23/ 26"-29"/ Small & Thin/ A,B
S/ 24-25/ 30"-33"/ Small to Average/ A,B,C
M/ 26-27/ 34"-37"/ Average to Tall/ A-E
L/ 28-29/ 38"-41"/ Tall and/or larger than average/ A-E
XL/ 30-31/ 42"-45"/ + Sizes/ C and up

Its so easy! Just be sure to take everything here into consideration as sizing is important. Just measure from the edge of your shoulder to the top of your opposite hip, right where your baby will sit. If you are in between sizes, SIZE DOWN!

Some Helpful Sizing Tips

-Use a soft tape measure. If you don't have a tape measure, use a string or the edge of a blanket and then set it against a ruler.
-If you're pregnant, measure across your back instead.
-If you are between sizes, choose the smaller one.
-Think about what size you might wear in a fitted t-shirt. While they are not always the same, it can point you in the right direction

Happy Birthday to ME!

2008-07-10T09:15:00.004-06:00

To celebrate today, everything in my etsy store is 20% off! Please click on my link to check it out!

Summer Clearance sale!

2008-08-08T14:45:00.003-06:00

Right now almost half my shop at etsy is on sale. All summer items are marked 30% off already low prices that you can't find anywhere else! Please don't miss these great savings! www.heavenlyhomemades.etsy.com

My Girls!

2008-08-29T15:33:00.005-06:00

These girls are the reason I started this business! Here my twins are modeling my crochet headbands with boutique style bows in them. And my oldest is modeling the perfect piggies. Check out my store for more styles!

Help me and I'll help you!

2008-08-30T15:45:00.004-06:00

I need some help getting my name out! If you have a blog, and you like my product, then I want you to put me as a link. In return I will give you 25% off of any one item in my store!

Here's how it works:
Put my link on your blog page and leave me a comment that you have done so. I will then make sure you have it on there and send you an email with a code. Next go to my online store and pick the item you would like the discount on. Proceed to check out and put in the buyers comments the code I gave you. I will then reimburse you your discount.

Now for those of you who already have me as a link, thank you very much! I'm not forgetting about you. If you can refer one one person that links me, I will give you the same deal! Make sure to have your friend give me your name and blog address in their comment.

New Fabrics for Baby Slings

2008-09-14T15:13:00.004-06:00

Here are some fabrics just waiting to be sewn to whatever size sling you need! And watch for my instructions on how to use your sling, they can be a little confusing at first.