Stitcheroos

Oct. Photo contest winner!!!

2010-11-02T12:07:00.001-06:00

As always my wonderful customers sent in some fabulous photos! You guys make the choice so hard! The winner of the $25 gift certificate for Oct. is Riley’s mom. She sent me some beautiful pictures that show my designs just great!

Because I had such a hard time choosing this month I decided to go with an honorable mention. And that goes to Blake’s mom. Another fabulous, clear- beautiful picture. Honorable mention gets 50% off of their next order.

Winners need to email me for their voucher codes.

Thanks for entering! Submit your photos for the November contest by posting them on facebook or emailing them to stitcheroos@gmail.com

Novembers contest will be just a bit different with my facebook fans and blog followers voting! I’ll post the pictures in batches on my blog and facebook so feel free to vote either place!

Update on the Destash

2010-10-04T10:08:00.001-06:00

Quick update on “project destash”. All of the A line Kavio dresses are gone as well as a few others. I still have my whole BOX of Laughing Giraffe long sleeve (3/4 sleeve) onesies as well as a bunch of other stuff…make me an offer if you don’t like how I have it listed! I’ve updated the original chart with what I now have left. Feel free to post it here what you want or email me at stitcheroos@gmail.com

Thanks!

Stitcheroos MAJOR Destash Project

2010-10-02T16:56:00.002-06:00

Ok…so I have a good size work room, but it’s still limited in space. So keeping that in mind I have decided that I am only going to carry white onesies and shirts…something I have already been doing for a long time. The only problem is I use to be REALLY bad when I started out with Stitcheroos. I had/have so many cute ideas and I would see cute tops and dresses and just buy them. I always had the best of intentions of DOING something with them, but here they still sit, never enough hours in a day…haha. And ok…give me credit…at the time I wasn’t able to buy anything at wholesale so I purchased when a sell was happening. Now that I can purchase from a couple of great wholesale places I don’t have the need to stock up on these items.

I also now special order in colored tops rather then trying to keep them on hand… I have gotten in the bad habit of purchasing more then 1 when I purchase- just in case I make a mistake. A good thought, but it means I have even MORE extra’s sitting around in my studio! So…Here I sit with all of this perfect merchandise that I need to get rid of…what to do, what to do.

Well- here’s what I’m going to do. I’m offering all of these items SUPER cheap…most are even much cheaper then what I purchased them for. And the more you buy the better your price as I’ll give even more of a discount! My only “condition” is that I don’t want to be answering a bunch of emails about sizes, etc. I’ve listed everything in sizes but yes, some do run a bit small or large…which is why I don’t sell that particular brand- and I’m not sure how each fit any longer…too many to keep track of- sorry! So email general questions but please be concise. :)

I know this really appeals to other sewers and embroiders out there, but I can work a deal for anybody! So if you see something you want you can have it just plain or I am willing to put a simple name or monogram on it for $5 more. Just let me know. :)

Shipping will be based on the weight of your package and can be mailed first class or by priority mail.

STITCHEROOS

Stitcheroos@gmail.com

Prices:

Tank Tops: $1.50

Short Sleeve Onesies and Shirts: $2.00

Long Sleeve Onesies and Shirts: $3.00

A line Dresses: $3.00

Baby Blankets $2.00

Buy 10-20 items and get an additional 10% off

Buy 21-30 items and get an additional 20% off

Buy EVERYTHING in one size and I’ll sell if for 1/2 of what it would add up to be at the normal prices I have listed.

L.G. = Laughing Giraffe

P.A.= Port Authority

P.C.= Precious Cargo

R.S.= Rabbit Skins

Garan=Garanimals

Please note that the Laughing Giraffe Long Sleeve onesies fit more like a ¾ sleeve fit.

0-3 mo	White	Pink	Brown	Black	Red	Grey	Yellow	MISC.
SS Onesie
LS Onesie
SS Shirt
LS Shirt

3-6 mo	White	Pink	Brown	Black	Red	Grey	Yellow	Blue	Misc.
SS Onesie	5-L.G. 1-P.C.	1-P.C. 2-P.C. (Double layer look with white)	1-Bella 6-Bambini	2-monag			2-P.C.	3-P.C.
LS Onesie	1-Kavio (more like ¾ sleeve)	2-Kavio
SS Shirt
LS Shirt

6-9 mo	White	Pink	Brown	Black	Red	Grey	Yellow	Blue	Misc.
SS Onesie	4- gerber
LS Onesie
SS Shirt
LS Shirt

12 mo	White	Pink	Brown	Black	Red	Grey	Yellow	Blue	MISC.
SS Onesie	1-R.S. 7-P.C. 3-Gerber	1-Baby Bella 1 P.C.	5-Kavio 1-L.G. 6-Bambini	9-Kavio 1-Monag 2-Bambini				2-P.C. 1-P.C. (Double layer look with white)	1-L.G. Zebra
LS Onesie	36-L.G.	8-Kavio	1-Kavio	1-Kavio	1-Monag			1-Kavio	1-kavio Lavender
SS Shirt	7-Garan	3-Garan (Girls hot pink) 1-P.C. 1-Kavio			6-Kavio
LS Shirt	2-Garan (girls)				4-Monag (boy) 1-Garan (boy) 6-Monag (girls)
Puff Sleeve Romper	2-Monag (1 snap broken on each)
		3			3	3
Tee Shirt Romper	4-Kavio	3-Kavio				3-Kavio
Tank Top	1-Garan (girls)
	5	2		3

18 mo	White	Pink	Brown	Black	Red	Grey	Yellow	Blue	Misc.
SS Onesie	2-P.C. 1-Geber 1-Garan	1-R.S. 1-Garan (med. Pink) 2-P.C.	6-Kavio 1-Bambini	8-Kavio			2-Garan (girls) 1-Apple and orange	2-P.C.	2-L.G. zebra
LS Onesie	30-L.G. 4-Daydreamer	1-Kavio	1-Kavio		1-Geran			1-Kavio	1-Kavio Lavender
SS Shirt		2-Kavio 1-Geran (girls hot pink)				1-Kavio (girls)		1-P.C.
LS Shirt	1-Garan (girls)				5-Monag (girls) 6-Monag (boys)
		3		5		2
Tank Top	3-Geran 1-Kavio
Tee Shirt Romper		3-Kavio				3-Kavio
	5	3		2

24 mo/2T	White	Pink	Brown	Black	Red	Grey	Yellow	Blue	Misc.
SS Onesie			6-Kavio
LS Onesie		3-Kavio	2-Kavio
SS Shirt	2-R.S.	6-Kavio	5-Bambini	1-P.C.					2-Kavio, White w/lime trim 1-Kavio White w/ht pk trim
LS Shirt				1-Garan	1-Garan 1-R.S.
Tee Shirt Romper
Tank top	2-Garan
				8
	5	2		3

3T	White	Pink	Brown	Black	Red	Grey	Yellow	MISC.
SS Shirt	2-Garan			1-P.C.
LS Shirt				1-R.S.
	4	1		1
Tank Top	2

4T	White	Pink	Brown	Black	Red	Grey	Yellow	MISC.
SS Shirt
LS Shirt
	5	2
Tank Top	1

5T	White	Pink	Brown	Black	Red	Grey	Yellow	MISC.
SS Shirt
LS Shirt

6T	White	Pink	Brown	Black	Red	Grey	Yellow	MISC.
SS Shirt
LS Shirt

Larger Sizes

Youth XS (2-4)

1 White Port & Co white Tee

4 White Tees- Various Brands

1 Brown Port and Company Tee

1 Black port and Company Tee

Youth Small 6-8

5 White Tees, Various Brands

2 Orange Kavio

1 White Fruit of the Loom

2 Pale Pink Girls zip up Hoodie (Tshirt thin)

Youth Medium 10/121

1 White Short Sleeve Kavio Girls Tee

1-White Gildan

1-White Faded Glory Girls Dressy Tee

2-White Tees Hanes

1 White Port and Co. Tee

1 Orange Port and Co. Tee

1 White Long Sleeve Jerzee Tee

Adult XS

1 Brown District Threads Distressed Zip up Hoodie

1 Lime Womens Port and Co. Tee

1 Royal Blue Womens Port and Co. Tee

Adult Medium

3 Womens Camo Fitted Tee

1 Navy Ladies Silk Touch Polo

1 White Port and Co. Tee

Adult Large

2 Womens Camo Fitted Tee

4 White Fruit of the Loom Tee

2-White Jerzee

Adult XL

1 Womens Camo Fitted Tee

3 White Port Authority Silk Touch Polo

1 White Fruit of the Loom Vneck

1 Black Gildan Tee

Adult 2XL

2 White Port and Co. Tee

Womens Tank Tops

3 White Kavio Small

1 White Kavio Medium

2 White Kavio Large

3 White Kavio XL

5 Pink Kavio Small

1 Pink Kavio Medium

5 Pink Kavio XL

1 Pink Kavio XXL

2 Black District Threads Medium

Baby Blankets

5 Baby Blue Fleece Precious Cargo Blankets

2 Pink Fleece Precious Cargo Blankets

2 white Laughing Giraffe knit Blanket

2 yellow Laughing Giraffe Knit Blankets

I’m also starting to sell off my products that were created for photo shoots. Most of these are size 12 months and were worn for a total of 15 minutes so they are in PERFECT condition! They will be listed at a greatly reduced rate so watch Stitcheroos Facebook for them! I’ve got the first one listed now and will post more each day!

Email me with any questions! Stitcheroos@gmail.com

And ANOTHER great photo shoot!

2010-10-02T09:00:00.000-06:00

I love these clean, sharp pictures! AND I finally have them all on Etsy! I’ll spend time updating my website with them tomorrow. :) Last nights photo shoot was a little challenging with tired kids…can you tell? There are a couple of really cute shots of each kiddo in melt down mode, lol.

Fun times with my family

2010-10-01T16:45:00.001-06:00

So…what do I do when I’m not busy running Stitcheroos? I spent time with my family of course! We were lucky enough to have all 7 kiddos go camping with us last weekend so we took the opportunity to try and get some new family photos- we got some ok ones…just not great.

We also had fun roasting starbursts over the fire and we hiked to the local “hot pots” . We had a blast and it was a GREAT break from Stitcheroos. I love my job, but come on- everybody needs a break now and again!

And this last picture is WHY I have to keep working at Stitcheroos…4 of the 5 kiddos living at home are wearing glasses! Last month we had a surprise with 3 of them getting glasses all in one visit- and they are watching Ellas…bummer. But they look stinkin’ cute in them!

LOL…crazy times

2010-10-01T15:49:00.001-06:00

Ok…so I posted about the TomKat studio…and how I had something featured on it? Well…I’ve searched high and low and can’t seem to find it any longer, so that contest was a dud. So sorry about that! So, to leave you with another contest let’s try this. The first person (besides my Sister…sorry Meg) to send me a link to a party planners page where you can spot a Stitcheroos item wins a pair of bloomers or boxers. This one requires a little bit of work on your part, but I want to see what’s out there! :) Good luck!

FABULOUS photos

2010-09-27T09:00:00.000-06:00

Once again I just want to thank the Gublers! Aren’t these photos fantastic! They are spotlighting our holiday twirl skirts, which will have matching tops with each set…I just ran out of time to do them all before the photo shoot. As you can see we’ve also been busy with our new A line dresses. I LOVE them!

New mockups

2010-09-26T09:00:00.000-06:00

Here are some of the fun new mockups that I’ve been doing lately. Remember, I can create something new for you too! These are all mockups so they don’t show the fabric behind the numbers, so just pretend there’s the fabric in the “blank spots”. I’ll list these just as soon as I can but if anybody’s interested in any before then just holler! Also, forgive me if you have seen any of these in previous posts..I’ve got to find a better way to organize them because I’m starting to loose track of what I’ve shown you and what I haven’t!

New photo contest!

2010-09-25T09:00:00.000-06:00

I had so much fun last month getting all of those cutie pie pictures that I wanted to prolong the fun. :) I’ll now be having a monthly photo contest winner. Submit your pictures! Extra consideration will go to the pictures that are of new design sets as well as seasonal, but don’t let that stop you from submitting your favorite photo! I’ll choose the winner based on what I personally love…although it’s going to be so hard choosing only 1 each month! If you win you win $25 gift cert from Stitcheroos and you give Stitcheroos the rights to use the photo on their website. I’ll post the winner here on my blog as well as on the front page of my web page, so get those cameras clicking! I’ll pick one for September even though we are at the end of the month so hurry hurry!

Winners of the Photo contest…finally!

2010-09-24T14:56:00.001-06:00

Ok…so here are the winners of the photo contest. Keep in mind that I had a SUPER hard time picking my favorite pictures- especially when I had multiple super cute pictures sent to me of the same design! Thank you to EVERYBODY that participated…it was so much fun for me to receive these pictures each day. If you see your kiddos picture in this post please email me so I can send you a code for your prize! Many people forgot to put their names on their photos so I thought this would be the best way to contact everybody. Thanks again for everybody playing along with my game! Keep your eyes open…I’ll be posting a monthly photo contest in the next day or so!

Amazing party Ideas

2010-09-23T09:03:00.000-06:00

I’ve been wanting to share this blog with you for awhile now. This lady gathers and puts together the funnest birthday ideas ever! The TomKat Studio is an amazing place to visit. It’s beautifully put together and honestly, I could look at the pictures of the birthday parties all day! Ok..Ok…I probably won’t put together a full party for any of my kiddos just like these…I just don’t have the time, talent or money- but boy are they fun to look at, and they have some great ideas! I mean- look at this fun pizza party invite! I’ve never made a pizza party shirt, but wouldn’t that be fun? If you are in the process of coming up with a birthday party theme this would be a great place to start to get some fabulous ideas. And Stitcheroos would of course be more then happy to create a custom shirt to match any one of these fun themes!

Guess how I found TomKat? Well…because I’ve got at least one birthday shirt featured in one of her birthday parties! I would include a link to the party that has a Stitcheroo outfit, but my computer is running so slow, and pages are loading so slow that it’s just not going to happen. So…let’s have a fun contest! The first person to leave a comment with a link to a page on the TomKat Studio that shows a Stitcheroo shirt will WIN a custom bloomer or boxer! Even if your own little ones are too big for these fun bloomers and boxers they make great gifts! There might even be a second place prize if somebody can find more then one Stitcheroo item over at the TomKat studio….so get ready, get set, GO! Let’s see who can find it first. :)

Wow…another crazy month

2010-09-22T19:43:00.001-06:00

Ok..so really…when am I going to get use to just being busy all of the time? When am I going to figure out how to manage my time better? When am I going to magically get more hours in my day!? Ok…so I’m a little overwhelmed AGAIN, but I am doing something about it this time. I have another employee coming to work with me this next week…and she’s a pro on embroidery so there will be little training, and best yet- it’s my mom! YEAH…YIPPEE!!!

So, you are asking- what does this mean for me? Well…it means that I’ll finally have time to get all of my new products online. It also means that I will FINALLY be able to figure out my Photo contest winners! I’m SO sorry to all of you who have been WAITING forever to find out the winners. It’s totally not because there wasn’t great submissions..matter of fact I’m having SUCH a hard time picking. You all have such CUTE kids! There were several design sets that had a number of submissions and this is where I’m having a hard time….so please be patient with me and I’ll post them within the next day or two…I PROMISE.

Stay tuned…I’ll have lots of exciting announcements in the next few days…and this time I promise I’ll be back! Here’s a sneak peek to fun stuff to come!

Back to school…

2010-08-27T09:09:00.001-06:00

WHEW…the kids are back in school. AND for the first year ever I actually made my own kids some back to school clothes. I know…pretty impressive-NOT-. Believe it or not my kiddos don’t get a lot of personal embroidered items because I just don’t end up with the time. This year I got up EARLY on the first day of school to make it work…I’m pretty proud of myself. :)

I stayed up SUPER late the other night catching up on mockups. Look at all that I got done! I think this goldfish design is my FAVORITE…it turned out super cute, but yet again, I failed to get a picture of the completed product in my haste to get it shipped. I’m hoping the nice mommy sends me pictures. :)

I LOVE custom orders, but at times it can get completely overwhelming staying caught up with mockups, orders, emails, running the machines, ordering supplies, household duties, mom duties, packaging, shipping and the list goes on. So please be patient with me…while I love creating new designs there are times when I’m not as fast as usual with getting mockups to customers. BUT I do still love them so much!

I’ve also been working on more A line dresses..this was a fun custom dress and capri set. I think it turned out pretty darn cute!

Stitcheroos also has some BIG news coming up…but you will have to wait just a bit for the surprise :)

And one last note- our photo contest is nearly over so hurry and submit your photos! I have gotten so many great ones that it’s been REALLY hard to choose. After this one is over I’ll be announcing another contest so keep checking back. :)

Well…I better get back to work! See ya soon.

Professional Photography shoot

2010-08-13T12:53:00.001-06:00

Cute stuff huh? Jenna and Josh Gubler did our pictures and they are amazing..I’ll definitely be using them again in the near future! Now my only problem is keeping naughty crafters from stealing my pictures for their own use! :) PLEASE don’t use these pictures for your own use. They are copyrighted. If you have a valid “need” for any of these, please email me. :)

Now I just need to them listed on my website! Also…the photo contest is still going strong! Some have been posting them on my facebook, which is fine..check them out, they are super cute!

Contest Update

2010-07-29T15:57:00.002-06:00

Yeah! The Stitcheroos Photo contest is being extended until the end of August! That gives everybody a little bit longer on getting in those photos! I had many requests to extend the contest and I always try to make my customers happy…so extended it is. Last day of August it ends so hurry hurry! Here are some cuties that have already been sent in. Cute huh? I am going to have SUCH a hard time picking my favorites for use on my website listings! AHHH!

And yet another Stitcheroos Development

2010-07-24T15:20:00.001-06:00

Hi everybody! As you can see I’ve been busy busy busy trying to find more GREAT products for Stitcheroos to offer. In the next week or so we will begin to offer these adorable A line dresses and Jon Jons. They can be monogrammed with initials or you can have any of our birthday designs placed on them. What a cute option for the birthday boy or girl! I will have them in gingham, solid and corduroy. The boys will come in shortalls or longalls. I’m working on getting the cute peter pan color shirts to wear underneath. I will also be carrying matching pantaloons, bloomers and eventually capris and shorts. I’m SUPER excited to get these going so go ahead and let me know if you are interested so that I can work up your little ones special birthday outfit. These would be perfect for ANY age birthday, special occasion or photo session.

I’m still working on prices but for now they A line dresses (with embroidery) will be $40 and the Jon Jon’s (with embroidery) will be $45. Bows will be an optional upgrade to the girls A line dresses.

p.s. I’m starting to work on Thanksgiving and Christmas designs so if you have any ideas let me know!

Pettiskirts are HERE!

2010-07-24T14:04:00.001-06:00

I ordered Pettiskirts on Monday and they are ALREADY here! All the way from Hong Kong…amazing! Here is what I have avail. I’m working on getting them on my website but in the meantime just message me if you want one.

H, L, M & N are sizes 0-12 months. The rest are size 2-3. Here is the official description and sizing.

These pettiskirts are double layered and made of fabulous NYLON CHIFFON. They have a soft satin covered elastic waistband. and a gorgeous ribbon at the waist. The ADJUSTABLE WAISTBAND allows wearing for many waist sizes. The band has buttons that allow you to loosen or tighten the waist. Made of lightweight material, your little princess will simply feel comfortable in it! So perfect for so many occasions.

Sizes: 1-2 8" Long (age 1-2) Waist is 18" - 22"
Sizes: 2-3 9" Long (age 2-3) Waist is 18.5" - 22.5"

As you can see..the waist is adjustable meaning these will really fit a lot more ages then they say! My 4 year old fits the 2-3 just fine, both in waist and length! I can get larger sizes so if you want a bigger size just holler!

Standard pettiskirts are $42.00 and they are letters A, B, C, D, E, F, G, J, K, O

Premium Pettiskirts are $52. They have an additional layer of chiffon to make it super FULL and fluffy. The premium pettiskirts are letters H, I, L, M & N.

Thanks!

FINALLY! Another Stitcheroos contest!

2010-07-17T13:39:00.001-06:00

Hi there! It’s about time for another Stitcheroos contest! I haven’t had one in awhile, but I’m ready for another. Here is how this one works.

If you have purchased an item from Stitcheroos and have a cutie pie picture of your little one IN or USING my item send me the picture! ALL pictures will be put in my customer photo gallery on both my website and facebook fan page. When you send in your picture PLEASE rename the picture with your first and last name…this way I can keep track of everybody's entries.

If I use YOUR picture in an actual listing on any of my websites I will send you a gift code worth $20 to be used at Stitcheroos at any time for anything! What a great deal, right?

Getting customer pictures makes me SO happy. It makes my work SO worth it…so make my day…send me some love! The contest ends the last day of July so hurry and send in your entries now!

New items!

2010-07-14T12:13:00.001-06:00

The bags are HERE! Anybody interested just email me! I expect the bookbags to go fast so don’t wait too long.

I also had to share a quick sneak peak at some new items that I will now be carrying. They are called Pettiskirts and are SO cute for photos, beyond the fact that your little girls will ADORE them! I have to different styles so prices range from $24-$40. Colors will vary by what I can get in. Right now I only have size 1…fits 6-18 months. It really would fit bigger sized waists but will be shorter. I’m putting in a large order tomorrow and should have a BUNCH in a couple of weeks.

(These pictures are just borrowed from other websites to give you an idea of what fun they can be!)

Work, work, work

2010-07-14T11:57:00.001-06:00

Ok…so I HAVE been playing a LOT this summer…and boy and I having a hard time getting back into the swing of things. I’ve caught back up after my long 10 day vacation but have no motivation to get moving on any of my many projects. I need to get items put together for two craft boutiques that will now be carrying Stitcheroos items. One in Orem Utah and one in Heber Utah. I’m SUPER excited to get into some boutiques, but boy- not really up to the work right now. :) Maybe the motivation angel will strike tonight and I’ll get it in gear.

I have had a TON of boys orders today and yesterday so hopefully I can get some new pictures. Remember people! Getting cute photos from customers MAKES my day. ;) Here are some new designs that I’ve worked on lately as well as some more customer cuties.

Isn’t she a cutie! Ok…she’s mine. This is her 4th bday shirt. I decided not to use the number 4 so she can wear it longer.

New Bag Arrival!

2010-06-29T11:45:00.001-06:00

Ok…so these aren’t IN “yet” and they won’t be for another week…but I just ordered them and LOVE them so much that I wanted to share with you! AND remember…it’s never too early to start shopping for Christmas. I can’t keep Garment bags and cosmetic bags (especially zebra!) in stock at Christmas time (starting in late Oct) so buy early!

Cute Diaper bags…come with a changing pad and CAN be personalized! $28.00

Cute Garment Bags…great for temple bags! And of course it can be monogrammed. Cost is $25.00

Cosmetic Bucket Cases. $23.95

Diaper Bags. These come with a cosmetic case AND a changing pad…also monogramable $30.00

Kids Backpacks. Measure 10 x 13 x 3.5 Big enough for school folders but not so big to drown the kiddo! $22.00

And the fun zebra print garment bags and cosmetic case. I also have the garment bag coming in with a black trim and handle…just couldn’t snag a picture before they sold out. Garment bags $25.00 and Cosmetic Case $21.95

Later gators!

Sum, Sum, Summer time!

2010-06-29T10:24:00.001-06:00

AHH! I DO love summer…but boy do things get crazy! So far I have spent 4 days away from home TWICE…once for a great girls weekend away and once to volunteer at a Girls Camp. Both were a blast but it took a TON of work to be able to do both. Now I’m just working my way through my work pile so that I can leave for yet another 10 days for a family vacation. When I get back from this vacation things SHOULD slow down. Ha ha…slow down with kids home? Not so sure about that.

Even with all of my fun playing I have gotten new designs done…here are a few sneak peaks.

As you can see…lots more boy designs! It’s been a lot of fun coming up with boy designs. I’m working on a fun turtle theme right now….I’m really excited about it!

And as always…here are a few more cuties that customers have shared with me. They are all just so sweet! Thank you SO much to everybody that sends in their pictures. It just makes my entire day when I receive them in my email.

I hope everybody has a great 4th of July! I’ll “see” you all when I get back from vacation!

Aren’t these cute!?!

2010-05-24T08:47:00.001-06:00

I had the chance to do up a few more new sets this past week and I even took the time to have a friend take some great pictures for me. I think they turned out just super cute! You should have seen her little cutie when we put the tutu on her. She just kept swishing her bottom back and forth to make the tutu swish around her knees. Such fun to watch, and she was SO patient! Thanks so much Alicia…you did a fabulous job!

And here are a few more cuties …old design but new color combo.

New Little Chick design.

Thanks Stephanie for letting me borrow cute little Paisley! I’ve had this farm yard birthday design for awhile, but now I finally have cute pictures of it…same with the Elephant on Parade.

As promised….Here they are!

2010-05-15T12:12:00.001-06:00

Ok…I spent a ton of time last night editing all of my current pictures and now I’m just spending a ton of time trying to add them all to my website and Etsy store. I thought I would include a bunch here just in case I run out of time listing them today..as I’m sure I will!

And here are some new customer cuties!

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Ok..well, I’m going to try and get more listed in the next 15 minutes and then it’s off for some fun kid time. I hope you all have a great weekend!

Fathers Day..it’s coming up!

2010-05-13T14:46:00.001-06:00

Just in case you have been in a cave for a bit…I know I have…Fathers day is coming! NOW is the time to order your personalized Fathers Day gift! I have great BBQ aprons, personalized golf towels, beach towels, hats and more! Let me know if you have a custom request. Come on…this year make it more personalized then a tie!

Long time no See!

2010-05-11T06:04:00.001-06:00

Sorry for the lack in posting. I FINALLY got a new computer and it took me this long to add Windows Live Writer to it! I LOVE that program and wouldn’t think of doing anything with my blog without it.

SOOOOO….what do you think of the new blog layout? Check out my Etsy and my Stitcheroos website as well. Super cute huh? Katie over at My Little Monsters created it all…plus she did business cards and everything else I needed to match! I can’t even begin to tell you how amazing she is! I contacted her at the end of last week…mostly on a whim, just wanting to see how much she would charge. Within 2 hours my website had it’s makeover! Not only is she SUPER affordable (you know me…not going to happen unless it’s affordable) but she is SUPER quick! I have never worked with anybody before that is that fast and takes my ideas and runs with them so well! So go check her out. She has lots of great packages for blogs, websites, business cards, hang tags and anything else you might ever need for a small business or home blog.

Now maybe with my new “look” I’ll feel more inspired to blog more often. I’ll give it a go. :) Things here have remained crazy busy. My boys soccer is done TODAY! Yeah! And my oldest gal’s Volleyball will be done this Thursday. So that will take a bit off of my schedule.

I’ve had SO many custom requests lately that it’s been crazy keeping up with all of them. But I just LOVE seeing all the new birthday trends that come through. Right now it seems like circus, zoo, carnival variations are starting to pick up, plus lots more new boy designs! Here are a few…most just the mockups because I still haven’t had time to edit the pictures of the final product. I’ll post those when I finally get them up.

Here are a few of the girlio designs…remember- if you don’t see them in my shop yet but you want one of these just give me a yell!

And the boy designs…see…I’m TRYING to stay even with the girls!

Ok…I’m off to create a few more custom designs…I LOVE my work! I just wish there were more hours in the day. ;)

What’s New you ask?

2010-03-17T20:58:00.001-06:00

LOTS! That’s what’s new. I’ve been working like mad on new designs for custom orders and it has kept me busy. That and the fact that I’m trying to do better with being done with work by the time my kiddos get home from school. It really cut’s my work day short but is totally worth it! I’m feeling like a MOMMY again! It’s great! Having my husband work with me has been such a blessing. He’s working with me full time now and he is a GOOD worker! He gets so much done in a day that we are now running almost a full week ahead of schedule-with the exception of rush orders. It’s also given me enough time to get my Etsy site totally caught up with new listings and my website is ALMOST caught up. So now when you see the cute new designs here on the blog you “should” be able to find them either in my Etsy store or my website.

So here are my most recent fabulous batch of pictures sent in by customers. Cute stuff huh?

Keep in mind that I LOVE to see pictures of your little ones in Stitcheroo clothing. PLEASE keep them coming!

Here are a few oldies but goodies done up in new color schemes…notice that there are MORE boy pictures this time? I’m doing good huh?

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And here (drum roll please) are my newest creations.

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And last but definitely not least. Here are some cute baby items I made for a ol’ High school friend and a friend/neighbor. Keep in mind that I love custom orders for new baby “announcement” sets. Also please remember that I’m not a crazy fan of Gerber onesies but they do have a great newborn size that I use for new baby sets. My other heavier duty onesies don’t come in sizes that small. And isn’t this little zebra onesie too cute! Zebra seems to be a hot thing right now…and I’m loving it!

So….tell me what you think! I love hearing comments about my work, especially if you ever have any new suggestions for a set you want to see…even if it’s not for your own special kiddo!

Just a quick peek…

2010-03-02T21:00:00.001-07:00

Ok…here’s a quick peek at what I’ve been up to this past week. I feel like I’ve been “missing in action” but I’ve really just been busy busy busy! Aren’t we all? I DO feel like I’m getting somewhere in getting it all figured out- BUT- I’ve got a ways to go! AND keep coming back…I’m starting a new contest in the next day or two. I just need to find time to word it right and to find a way to inspire you all to enter it!

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More New pictures!

2010-02-19T18:44:00.001-07:00

And yet some more new tutu sets. :) What can I say…I have a lot of custom requests that turn out to be SUPER cute! Here are a few from this week, and I’m in the middle of working up some that will be done next week, including a cute little cowgirl set. Now if I can just get them listed on my website and Etsy!

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And here is another CUTE set of photos sent in by a customer. She had a fun beach themed party in January and the set turned out darling! Her little one is just too cute!

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New designs and a new personal favorite!

2010-02-16T18:17:00.001-07:00

Ok…after a VERY rough day I got some new designs done! Today my sewing machine decided to get a bent needle and not work properly, one embroidery machine is acting up (WAY past needing serviced- but I’m still on the waiting list) and my computer and printer having to be restarted more then two times each! I think my electronic “parts” were out to get me today! BUT I did get new designs done…and I have a new personal favorite! What do you think of this cutie? I can’t wait to do it up on a shirt. Keep in mind that this is a computer generated mockup so it is NOT showing that the one will be an appliqué- solid with fabric.

And here are the few others that I did…again, mostly just computer generated mockups, except for the bunny one…I ran that to see how it would go.

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Well…I’m off to an early bed. I’m hoping to kick this nasty sore throat and ear infection “stuff” that is hitting me. I’m sure my husband and kids would much appreciate it if I wasn’t so grumpy.

What is up at Stitcheroos

2010-02-12T21:11:00.001-07:00

So…what have I been up to this week you ask? Well- today I helped with 3 different Valentine school parties, but beyond that I have gotten out a ton of orders and created several new designs! Some are just variations on designs that I’ve done in the past, like these.

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And I created a few new ones…Isn’t that BYU baby gift set cute? Feel free to click on the picture to see it bigger. And YES Misty…that bag is for YOU!

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And isn’t this little girl a cutie!? I just got a set of pictures in from another customer today that is just ADORABLE…hopefully I’ll get digital pictures soon to post.

I also put a new bag order in and will be getting some of these cute back packs and cosmetic cases the first part of this week. I LOVE the new prints!

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Well…I’m off for a 3 day weekend. I’m planning on adding a bunch of new items to both Etsy and my website on Monday..but not running the machines again until Tuesday! Have a wonderful long weekend and Happy Valentines day!

I’m LOVING this site!

2010-02-07T14:40:00.001-07:00

Ok…Just have to share. I just followed a little tutorial that showed me how to change the font on my titles in my blog. I’m always looking for ways to make it cuter and more personal as well as easier to post. Well…I’ve decided that I LOVE Windows live writer and now this site that has some of the most amazing stuff on it! Fonts for Peas has the cutest free fonts ever! Most are like handwriting and I just adore them. The same gal also has another website where she has amazing tips on photography, recipes, blog additions, etc. Check her out! Her name is Amanda and she can be found at Kevin and Amanda.com. Pretty amazing! So…now the big test. PLEASE leave me a comment and let me know if the fonts that I have chosen are easy to read and if you like them! I know some might not be able to see them on their computers so I’m curious.

Thanks!

A new way to post my blogs…

2010-02-07T12:15:00.001-07:00

So… I saw on a friends blog that you can use Windows Live Writer to blog with. It’s supposed to be so much easier and a better way to post pictures, so here is me giving it a try. I have a hard time blogging because uploading pictures, etc. takes so much more time then doing the same thing on Facebook. BUT I would love to update more often so I’m hoping this helps! Lets try out posting pictures…

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Wow…I’m loving it. I tried to wrap the text around this set, but couldn’t figure it out. Anybody use this service? Can you tell me more? Well..I’m off to put a sick little girl in the bath. She has now woken up and decided that this is what will make her feel better.

And life goes on...

2010-01-30T11:20:00.000-07:00

Wow it seems like things just don't slow down! I actually do a lot better in staying organized when I'm busy, but it's getting a bit overwhelming! This past week we have had wrestling tournaments, science fair projects to work on, scouts, 4H, Theater and of course WORK and homework. Somehow I've got to find a way to make it all work. :)

So if you ever come to my blog and don't see a new post check out my facebook Stitcheroos page. It's so much easier to upload photos there and so much quicker to keep you all updated!

In the meantime...here's what I've been up to...And I bet you'll never guess what it is! You got it! MORE birthday designs! I love that this has become my "specialty" as I really do love creating lasting birthday keepsakes.
AND I'm sure you thought I forgot about those boy designs I promised last week! I didn't...here they are. Just not near as fun as the girl stuff. :)

And an off topic side note to all of you out there that take better photographs then I do. Any suggestions for a gal that works out of a basement room with VERY poor lighting? I've GOT to get my lighting situation fixed for pictures without spending a lot/any money. Suggestions are appreciated!

Yipee!

2010-01-15T10:50:00.000-07:00

Hi everybody! I have been BUSY BUSY BUSY, which is such a good thing! I was really worried that January would die right off with orders but I'm busier then ever. That means I get to keep working full time at Stitcheroos. That's a good deal for everybody because it means I will still have time to create new designs. I've been coming up with lots of fun new stuff lately. Here's just a bit. You can find it all at my Etsy shop. I'm currently working at updating my website. As always, if you ever want something custom for yourself, just holler...that's how these came about!

And for all of your with boys out there! I have been busy on these as well! I'll post pictures hopefully this coming week once I get them done and pictures taken.

p.s. Who out there wants more Stitcheroo give away contests? Any suggestions?

Monsters and Aliens!!!

2009-11-12T16:31:00.000-07:00

FINALLY! A new design set for BOYS...and it's not even a birthday set! What do you think of it? I created it using clipart by Sanqunetti. You can find her at My Grafico. They have amazing artwork over there. If you ever see anything you love that you want in embroidery just holler! I've been lucky enough to be picked to be one of their members of a special Design Team. I get to create embroidery off of their artwork each week...super fun for me! Now if I can just keep up with it all.

So this design was fun! I made a shirt for Nick and then created a stuffed monster to match. The monster was made entirely in the hoop, with the exception of one small part that had to be sewn by hand. That is MY kind of sewing! I love embroidery, but despise sewing so it's been fun for me to start learning these "in the hoop" type projects.

So let me know what you think and if you want to see more designs done up using My Grafico artwork.

THE red wedding trane

2009-10-21T07:16:00.000-06:00

FINALLY! I have pictures downloaded of the embroidery I did on the wedding trane. Sorry the pictures are so small! I'm not sure why I saved it that small and I don't have time to fix it now...so do you best to see...sorry!
This was a red trane that snapped on the back of a cream color gown...kind of fun! I had to "match" the embroidery work off of another trane so there were a LOT of hours spent creating the design, laying it out to make sure it work, etc. I'm talking around 5 hours here! Then on to the embroidery. I was able to do it on my new machine- which is amazing and that only took another 6-7 hours...that's all...just 12 hours to do this amazing trane. Ok..so it took a LONG time but it turned out beautiful! They did a lot of bead work on it after the embroidery was done so I'm hoping to get some pictures of it on the beautiful bride as I would love to see what the finished product looks like. And don't you just LOVE that big beautiful machine! That is my new baby and I just about cried yesterday when I thought I had broken it...but it survived and so did I. I'm getting lots of new orders done on it and it runs SO smooth!

It's a TUTU EXPLOSION!

2009-10-05T07:04:00.000-06:00

Yikes! This weekend was a little bonkers! I had my two step daughters here with me and for some reason they WANTED to help do up tutus...must be because I let them pick the colors for a few. We matched a bunch to my new BabyLegs that I just got in! These are going to be the cutest combos ever...but you will have to stay tuned until next week after our big photo shoot to see them. After that time I will start carrying BabyLegs on my website and possibly sell them as tutu/BabyLeg combo sets on Etsy. Can you count how many tutu's I have hanging up? Don't get sidetracked...I'll give you a hint- there is MORE then one that is the ever popular pink/pink combo. Thanks also to my ever helpful Mercedes that also did up 7 tutus! Way to have a productive weekend girls!

Last week my embroidery machine decided to give me fits...it has a bent needle, meaning that I now only have 5 needles to work with. Kind of a pain on any design that has more then 5 colors. BUT I'm not too sad...I haven't even called the repair man yet to get it on the 4 week waiting list...and why you might ask? Because I got APPROVED last week for a new machine! And not just a "new to me" machine, but a BRAND SPANKIN' new machine! It is so crazy but the down payment ended up being MORE on the used machine then the new machine? Kind of crazy. Thanks to some "miracles" I was able to come up with the downpayment and I should be getting my new machine this week-maybe even tomorrow! I'm SO excited!

So before I started having too many problems last week I worked up a few more fun orders that I thought I would share. My first one was a new baptism towel design. Do you like the CTR with the flames? I LOVE it. :) I know...I might be a little biased, but still...come on! Flames and CTR? Too fun. The other fun set was another Minnie Mouse set for a set of 3 girls that are lucky enough to be heading to Disneyland. I love working up these sets because I always picture me doing this for my own kiddos sometime soon...ok...probably NEXT christmas, but I'm planning now.
I've also been working like mad to finish the organzing in my studio- so I'll get pictures up of that soon. I tell you- this past week I got more orders out then ever before and felt SO productive! I'm sure it's because this room is so stinkin' organized and nice to work in! Thanks Kasa and Heather for helping it happen! It wouldn't have happened without you both since my organization skills are zip. Well..I've got to go wake kiddos and get them up for school..so the process begins. Later!

Wow! I've been a busy little bee!

2009-09-30T15:38:00.000-06:00

It must be having this nice big studio to work in...I feel all organized and I am being SO productive! I've gotten my orders done through this FRIDAY! I'm ahead of my schedule for once...that itself is close to a miracle. And one that I'm super excited about because I've been working on some really really fun holiday designs that I'm going to have time to stitch out tomorrow! I'll try to post pictures as soon as I get them done, because REALLY...they are going to be great!
So- this is what I've been up to the last few days. I did this ADORABLE ladybug dress. I did NOT sew it, but I did add all the little ladybugs on the bottom- cute huh?I have made a TON of ladybug tutu's. Ok Ok...so one of my employees actually made most of these, but I made my share! Ladybug themes are going bonkers right now...it must be the IN thing.I made this SUPER cute little onesie for a baby that is having his first birthday...he has a little Yorkie that he loves so mom decided to plan the party around the puppy. I thought it turned out pretty darn cute.
I also made this circus themed onesie for a little boy...I'm TRYING to find more boy designs..I really am! :)And my FAVORITE thing that I have worked on today was this super cute set! What do you think? Close to my other first birthday onesies, but with a cute little minnie head.

I of course have done my share of ladybug onesies, butterfly fly away onesies and other misc. orders. I'm always love being busy and I'll take all the orders I can get. My other BIG news! I'm getting closer to getting my second machine!

COME ONE COME ALLIt's a Modeling contest!*

2009-09-29T13:04:00.000-06:00

For the first time ever I'm teaming up with my good friend Christy over at Cheapshots LLC. to provide a unique and one of a kind contest. We are planning a photo shoot to get pictures of my new products and get her more kiddo photos in the middle of Oct. We have it all planned now we just need to find some models! So...if you are in the Provo area Oct. 13th and want to participate check out Christy's blog for the rules to the Baby contest. It's going to be tons of fun and you get FREE product for participating! Here is a sneak peak at her adorable pictures that she has done for me in the past!

My new studio

2009-09-28T11:27:00.000-06:00

Ok...So last week I spent a HUGE portion of my time moving my kids playroom (what was once upon a time the Preschool room) and my studio. It was a HUGE process, but with the help of GREAT friends that insisted that I do it I now have it complete AND I have room to work in and organize all of my inventory! It feels absolutely fantastic to have it all done and it's so fun for me to work in the room and feel organized and productive. :) Silly...I know- but it still feels great! Oh! AND I have windows! Meaning I don't feel like I work and live in a dungeon anymore...that's always a good thing, right?

Here is what my new studio looks like. If any of you live close by you of course are always welcome to come for your own personal tour- as I know you are all dying to see it firsthand. But for those of you who live out of state, pictures will have to suffice.

This view shows my wall of shirt/bloomer and other "stuff" inventory. I have a TON of items just WAITING for you to pick it so it can be personalized and sent to your home.
This view is taken from my inventory shelf...it shows my computer station..aka...where I LIVE and create designs and answer emails, etc. As well as my tutu cutting table and my inventory of tulle. Look at all those fun colors! Think of the endless possibilities!
And my other EXCITING news? See that blank spot right by my computer desk? That is going to be the new home for my NEW (ok used) machine! Yeah! With some miracle type events happening it looks like I will be getting a second machine-something I've been needing for SOME time to get orders out a little bit quicker. I'm SO excited! It will be a commercial grade machine (my other machine is a home professional machine) which means it will NOT need to be taken in 2 times a year to be serviced...whew! That will be nice. I will have a lot of learning to do as it's set up a lot differently then my other machine, so i'm sure it will take time to learn it, but I am super excited!

New Design Sets!

2009-09-26T19:03:00.000-06:00

Hi there! I've had a busy crazy week! I decided that I had officially outgrew my studio so I bumped my kids from their HUGE playroom and now I have a BEAUTIFUL studio...which is double the size of my last one. I LOVE it! But it was a huge "process" in changing it all over. I FINALLY am now moved in and newly organized and I've even caught back up on my orders. I'm feeling like I accomplished a lot this week.
Tonight while my hubby was off watching a football game I decided to get the rest of my Made to Match Birthday Party Theme items listed on Etsy. I still need to get them on my website, but atleast I have them in one place. Keep in mind that I can match to ANY theme...even if it's not an official theme with plates and decorations. I'm doing a really cute one this week for a little boy that owns a Yorkie and they wanted a party theme that included the little dog. I'll make sure I take pictures when I get it done. I'll also try to take some new pictures of my amazing studio!
Here is a sneak peek at two of my favorite designs...take a look at my Etsy shop to see them all!

I still have tons more photos to upload for new listings so stay tuned!

ANOTHER giveaway!

2009-09-16T11:19:00.000-06:00

Ok..I must be feeling generous because I'm doing ANOTHER GIVEAWAY! I've teamed up with a FABULOUS gal that does a a fun "make it" blog. It's called Make it and Love it. She creates the funnest items, and occasionally she takes on sponsors that she features on her blog...a nice little addition to her already fabulous blog. Right now I'm being featured and there is another gift certificate giveaway involved. Check her out! I'm sure you will fall in love with her blog- I know I did!

And the WINNER IS....

2009-09-15T12:18:00.000-06:00

Thank you so much for everybody that joined in my celebration of 500 sales on Etsy. I really appreciate everybodys support! I typed in everybodys name/entries and then let Random.org do the dirty work. My lucky winner is #12- DAISY! Contact me to find out how to redeem your $20 gift certificate. Everybody else needs to stay tuned because I'll be posting in just a bit about ANOTHER giveaway being done on a fun site where I'm being featured, starting tomorrow!

CELEBRATION TIME!

2009-09-10T16:33:00.000-06:00

Yeah! I've made it! ..well, almost! I'm nearly at 500 sales on Etsy. To help celebrate I am giving away TWO gift certificates, each valued at $20!

The first gift certificate will go to the person who makes the 500th sale on my etsy shop.

The second gift certificate will be chosen by a random drawing. To get your name in the drawing simply visit my etsy store or my Stitcheroos website and pick what you would want to get with the $20 gift certificate if you were the lucky winner. Leave me a comment here on my blog.

-For an additional entry simply visit my facebook page and leave a comment there as well.
-For ANOTHER entry become a facebook fan and leave me a note here on the blog that you have done so.
-And for one final entry become a follower of my blog and leave me a note stating that you now follow my blog.

I will pick the random winner of the 2nd drawing first thing Monday morning so get busy!

New Birthday Line

2009-09-08T08:53:00.000-06:00

Wow...I thought everything would slow down once I had my kiddos back in school- especially since I have decided not to teach Preschool any longer. BUT of course it hasn't. Life continues to clip along at a STEADY and fast pace.

Part of the reason for things remaining so busy is my super cute new BIRTHDAY line. I have started creating sets to match birthday party themes and so far they have been super popular and I have had a ball creating new designs. I will SOON be announcing my new Etsy shop where I will be selling my actual embroidery designs that I create, for all of you who have your own embroidery machines.

Here are some cutie pie pictures that I have of the Modern Ladybug Birthday line. Cute huh?

UPDATE! ...finally...

2009-07-15T11:20:00.000-06:00

I know, I know...I've been missing in action for a month and a half. But if you saw my crazy schedule for this summer you would understand. Fun, but very crazy! I'm back for the summer and now I'm just trying to catch back up on everything. Because I'm a total slacker I missed announcing two different giveaways that were offered on other sites that featured me. Sorry for the lack of information. I plan on getting back in the swing of things for contests starting on August first so watch for the new contest. It's been fun sending out all of the goodies to each of the winners.
I have also gotten LOTS more embroidery designs. Some that will be just PERFECT for backpacks and jackets. So start thinking school!

May contest winner

2009-06-04T07:39:00.001-06:00

Drumroll please! The may Stitcheroos $30 gift certificate winner is........Treasia! Claim your prize anytime within the next 30 days...simply email me what you would like to purchase! Thanks for everybody playing. I will post June's contest today- first I have to think what I want to do as I want something a bit different this month...suggestions are always appreciated!

J. Leigh Designz review on Stitcheroos

2009-05-28T11:10:00.000-06:00

Another fun review and contest from Stitcheroos is being held over at J. Leigh Designz. Check out her site! She is always doing fun reviews on products and has LOTS of contests going on, including my $30 gift certificate giveaway!

Giveaway Today FEATURE!

2009-05-22T12:24:00.000-06:00

Yeah! Another Feature on Stitcheroos!! I can only hope that this means people are liking my products and that word is getting out there! This one is being done by a gal over at "Giveaway Today" . The feature runs today through Monday and there is a $30 gift certificate GIVEAWAY involved! It's super easy to win and I'm REALLY hoping to break the record on entries, so help me out! Share the info. with family and friends...who wouldn't want a free $30 gift certificate to be used on whatever you want?

In preperation for this review I have listed a TON of new items on my website. I of course still have a ton more to get on there, but I did get lots of my baby gift sets, bloomers and some of my Mickey Mouse items online. Here's a sneak preview of some of the new items.

First up...made to match birthday party shirts. These match the specified theme that my customer has given me and they are turning out SO cute!

Purses...anybody want one?

2009-05-05T20:56:00.000-06:00

Ok everybody! I just put in another bag order and as always decided to get a few bags that are NON embroiderable...so if you want to stake your claim on this limited supply let me know soon and I'll mark it as YOURS and get it to you when it arrives. Prices for the leather purses are $25-$35...the polka dot purses are $18-$22 and the little girl purses are $15. This first one is my personal FAVORITE!I THINK that these polka dot bags will be able to have a monogram embroidered but I won't be for sure until they arrive.

Stitcheroos

Oct. Photo contest winner!!!

Update on the Destash

Stitcheroos MAJOR Destash Project

And ANOTHER great photo shoot!

Fun times with my family

LOL…crazy times

FABULOUS photos

New mockups

New photo contest!

Winners of the Photo contest…finally!

Amazing party Ideas

Wow…another crazy month

Back to school…

Professional Photography shoot

Contest Update

And yet another Stitcheroos Development

Pettiskirts are HERE!

FINALLY! Another Stitcheroos contest!

New items!

Work, work, work

New Bag Arrival!

Sum, Sum, Summer time!

Aren’t these cute!?!

As promised….Here they are!

Fathers Day..it’s coming up!

Long time no See!

What’s New you ask?

Just a quick peek…

More New pictures!

New designs and a new personal favorite!

What is up at Stitcheroos

I’m LOVING this site!

A new way to post my blogs…

And life goes on...

Yipee!

Monsters and Aliens!!!

THE red wedding trane

It's a TUTU EXPLOSION!

Wow! I've been a busy little bee!

COME ONE COME ALL**It's a Modeling contest!***

My new studio

New Design Sets!

ANOTHER giveaway!

And the WINNER IS....

CELEBRATION TIME!

New Birthday Line

UPDATE! ...finally...

May contest winner

J. Leigh Designz review on Stitcheroos

Giveaway Today FEATURE!

Purses...anybody want one?

COME ONE COME ALLIt's a Modeling contest!*