Style Accents Blog

Getting Ready For The Holiday Rush

2008-11-22T22:03:00.004-06:00

This is my first Holiday Season with Etsy. Not sure what to expect, but definitely would like to feel the rush.
Am I ready for it? I am trying to be.
In the midst of preparing for a Holiday craft show, I am also trying to keep up my shop, and list new items regularly. I have had 3 sales in 4 day - way higher than my average, which tells me THE RUSH is definitely coming. I have been sewing till 1 am every day, developing new ideas, drafting new patterns, shopping for new fabrics.

And at the end I just hope that all the love I put into creating my items will transfer to the people who will wear or use them.

Here are a few pictures of recently posted in my shop items.

Storybeader - The Featured EtsyBloggers Artist For November

2008-11-15T18:43:00.002-06:00

I have admired lots of jewelry artist on Etsy and Storybeader is definitely one in the top of my list.
Her creativity doesn't fail to amaze me. Each one of her pieces is so unique - it even comes with its own haiki poem written by the artist.

To find out more about this amazing lady, her jewelry and all that goes behind Stoybeader read the blog.

http://storybeader.blogspot.com/

Holiday Craft Bazaar - December 6th 2008

2008-11-07T16:49:00.004-06:00

I am officially an approved vendor at a craft show. My first craft show. I was lucky to get in at the last minute. I am overwhelmed with excitement. I've really been wanting to do one, to experience the whole process. I only have a month to prepare, since I was not expecting it to come along my way, and the few items I have will definitely not be enough. The great thing is I have lots and lots of fabrics and trims and a head full of ideas. I bought an extra light for my sewing area and restocked the coffee cabinet. I think I am ready to go. I will not be blogging much for the next month. But I will picture-document some of the things I make for future tutorials. Well I am off to sew sew sew.

November Special For Etsy Shop

2008-11-01T21:56:00.005-05:00

Life is getting in the way of my regular blogging. I am behind on FFF (Friday Fun Finds), but hoping to reestablish it within the next week or two. I would like to officially announce my promo for the month of November.

25% OFF ANYTHING IN MY SHOP

http://www.styleaccents.etsy.com/

When you are checking out you can either pay by clicking "other" payment method and wait for updated pay pal invoice reflecting the sale amount. Or I will refund the difference back into your pay pal account.

Friday Fun Finds

2008-10-17T21:30:00.003-05:00

This week FFF is featuring an Etsy seller, who I am greatly impressed with:

I had the great pleasure to work with "The Woodshed" on an Alchemy request a while back, and I don't think I have yet properly expressed my appreciation to him.
I had seen this:

in a magazine and really wanted one for my daughter's room, but couldn't find anything even close in any store. So I gave Alchemy a try. That's how I came across "The Woodshed" , he was the chosen bidder.
This is what he made me ( my request was to leave the frame unfinished, so I could paint it
in the color of my choice):

The quality is absolutely A+. His service was great. Communication was easy flowing.
I just can't say enough good things about him.

When you visit "The Woodshed" shop on Etsy you will find a great variety of amazing items ranging form toys and puzzles to boxes and household items all made from wood.

And if you just can't find that one thing you've been looking for, send him a custom request ... he may just be able to help you.

THANK YOU WOODSHED!

First Parent-Teacher Conference

2008-10-14T22:14:00.002-05:00

Our son is in Kindergarten this year. He loves school and everything about it. Well he is still a young FULL OF ENERGY BOY so I wasn't sure what to expect. He's had his good and his bad days so far (mostly good). Attention span is a little short if the activity doesn't involve moving, but in general we heard some great things. He's been very helpful in the classroom, learning great, progressing wonderfully, but what almost brought tears to my eyes was when his teacher said: "He is so encouraging to the rest of the kids. Every time someone else is on the board writing a letter, he would say ''Good Job, that's a great letter" and things like that". It makes me so proud to know that. It was a wonderful first conference.

Friday Fun Finds - a little late but here

2008-10-12T11:37:00.007-05:00

Since I started working out of the house this week, I am a little behind on blogging. But here we go...

Today's (Friday's) Find is:

"Baby Friendly Beads are beautifully functional nursing necklaces and bracelets. Breastfeeding jewelry gives baby something else to focus on and play with, instead of pulling mom's hair or pinching her skin."

Baby Friendly Beads is October's featured EtsyBlogger.
She makes amazing children safe jewelry which
you can find in her etsy shop.
Find out more about her crafts, as well as discounts and sales when you read the blog at:
www.mamasmagic.blogspot.com

Back to work

2008-10-07T22:43:00.002-05:00

I am back to work. My stay at home mommy days are over :-(( . Well it is necessary for our family budget at the moment. And I can't complain. I took a 3 month overseas vacation with my kids, had a great time and now have to catch up on the bills that piled. And I got a job that I actually enjoy, and will work with my schedule, so as my family needs me, or business picks up in prom season I will be able to take days off. In case you are getting curious I work at "Designs in Thread" - embroidering design logos on shirts, caps, bags... anything you can think of. It is really fun setting up those big machines. Well today was only my second day, so I will have more on the story later.

Friday Fun Finds Week #3 - Fall Fun With Kids

2008-10-01T21:50:00.009-05:00

FALL IS HERE AND WITH IT COMES FUN!!!

Fall is my second favorite season, spring is first, but I will talk about that some other time.
I love Fall's crispy mornings, I love the change of colors, I love the smell of home-baked goodies, that comes with it. I love watching the sunsets in Fall, have you noticed how different they are? It is just a beautiful season to enjoy with your family. And there is so much to do.

GOING TO THE PARK is a great family activity for the still nice days. And while you are there bring out your kite. Kite flying is lots of fun and the weather in Fall is just perfect for it. You can even make your own kites to fly. This is a tutorial on how to make your own kite from an old plastic bag. "Reduce, reuse, recycle!" - remember.
Your kids will really enjoy making and flying their own kites.

The park is also perfect for a family picnic. Grab a large blanket a basket with some yummies, a cooler with drinks and enjoy the fresh air and the falling leaves. And while the kids are running around mommy and daddy can actually have a nice conversation.

Don't forget JUMPING IN THE LEAFE PILE. I don't know about you but I have such great childhood memories from jumping in the leaf pile. And it's just a nice way to get your kids to do the raking isn't it LOL?

Another wonderful Fall activity is going to your local orchard to PICK YOUR OWN APPLES. Most places like that will have something else fun going on there around this time of year. The one we went to 2 years ago had a hey ride, a maze and they showed the kids how an apple pie is made. My son loved it and we enjoyed fresh apples for snack a whole week after that.

And what says Fall Better that the PUMPKIN PATCH?
Besides everything else on the pumpkin patch (crafts, carving, games) I think it's the best place to take your kids to snap a few fall shots. Grandparents just melt when they see those.

Take those pumpkins home and have some more fun with them.
For younger children you can just get some stickers and let them go at it.
Preschoolers could use stencils and paint faces on the pumpkins.
Older kids can use cutting tools and carve out jack-o-lanterns.
Mommies can cut the top off, carve out the inside and put some pretty Fall flowers for a great looking seasonal centerpiece.

These are just my family's favorite activities to do around Fall time.
I don't want to leave out baking and cooking but since I am not that great at it and we usually go to grandma's house for some baked goodies, I would like to ask you all to share your favorite Fall recipe in the comments of this post. I will collect them and put them in a post of their own. It will be great if they are recipes that we can make with our kids, but anything else is greatly appreciated also.

Thank you for the support.

Coming next Friday - a surprise. I haven't really thought about it yet, so I'll see what I can FIND.

Trying my Windows Live Writer

2008-09-28T17:54:00.001-05:00

I just downloaded this new program that is supposed to make my blogging easier.
Well here I decided to give it a try. So far it's a breeze.

I wasn't sure what to write about so I found these pictures. Blue one is my son born in 2002 and the pink one is my daughter born it 2006. Don't they look almost identical?

They were born here.

So this new thing is pretty cool so far . I have more learning to do, but I like it at first glance.

Reorganized

2008-09-27T20:59:00.004-05:00

There is nothing worst for an artist/crafter to not have a nice cozy space to go at it.

Well I was somewhat there till a few days ago.

I would have to pull my papers and rulers and draft patterns on my kitchen table. All patterns and fabric cutting also took place there. Hmm not so fun when you have long formal dress to do. Than I would move to the bedroom corner to do the sewing and had to switch 3 different machines on a tiny desk. Not so fun either. And after all that can you imagine that I still love sewing and can't wait to get to it.

Well last week a trainer at my gym had redone their office and pulled out the old desk (decent shape, very sturdy, wide enough for pattern drafting) it got my attention sitting all left out in a corner. So I went to the front and shyly asked what were they gonna do with it?

Guess what they said: "When can you pick it up?" And the best part - absolutely FREE Yay!!!

Next morning hubby came and moved it for me. Followed 2 days of organizing all my stuff. Yes it did take me 2 days. I hadn't realized how much fabric have I accumulated trough the years. There is a serious need for destashing or making it into things.

Well now I have my own cozy space. Get for granted it is not the most amazing craft room, but it definitely beats moving from room to room.

Here it is:

Friday Fun Finds - Cafemom Etsy Moms

2008-09-26T19:51:00.015-05:00

Welcome to Friday Fun Finds week #2

Today’s find is:

This is a wonderful group of crafty moms who sell their creations on Etsy.

Sewing, painting, jewelry, bows, photography, bath & body, sweets ... anything!

Cafe-mom Etsy Moms is an official "Street Team" recognized trough Etsy.

"We are Etsy Moms, making a difference! We are here to help each other out with Etsy, and Cafemom and to promote each other and to promote our own shops..."

For loads of fun, tutorials, recipes, contests, great sales, and a list of all the amazing shops, please visit our official blog at:

http://cafemometsymoms.blogspot.com/

If you are a mom who sells on Etsy and could use some support, please come join us:

http://www.cafemom.com/group/6632

You will meet the most positive group of hard working women, who are always there to help each other.

Thinking about Holiday gifts already? Don't miss out on this:

Cafe-mom Etsy Moms Pre-Holiday Sale

October 1st - 31st

Amazing moms making great products with love!

(only a few are included, but you can search for us on Etsy using the tag "cafemom team").

Clicking on the pictures will take you to the Etsy Shop of that mom.

Thank you for your support!

Coming next week: "Fall Fun With Your Kids"

Any ideas, or if you have a blog about activities with kids and you would like me to feature it, please leave a comment here.

Cafemom Etsy Moms Pre-Holiday Sale

2008-09-25T19:09:00.006-05:00

Starting October 1st and lasting until October 31st the talented Cafemom Etsy Moms are having a Pre-Holiday Sale! Each store is offering a great pre-holiday promotion. Be sure to check out all of the shops to see what each talented Cafemom Etsy Mom has to offer!

To get your Pre-Holiday Sale discount use the Code "Moms Rock" in the notes to seller, to receive discounts in the following Etsy Stores:

Style Accents
Children's clothing and bedding. Fashion accessories for mom.
10% off on orders over $15, before shipping.

Rockerchic For Girls
Funky Stuff for your Punky Princess!
25% Discount on purchases over $20

The Curious Spork
A Sporktakular Mix Of Ladies Clothing and Jewelry
25% Discount on purchases over $10

Turtle Girl Crafts
Everything Your Baby Needs to Stay Hip and Funky
15% OFF Everything before Shipping (Excludes Special Orders and Shipping Costs)

Lil' Turtle Mama Crafts
Everything Mama Needs to be Funky
20% OFF Everything before Shipping (Excludes Special Orders and Shipping Costs)

Handmade By Andrea Baker
Aprons, business card cozies, grocery bag cozies, sewn goods.
25% Discount on purchases over $10

Mama's Little Monkeys
10% off orders over 10$(EXCLUDING Wendy's Children's Wear)

Fleur De Ink
15% off orders over 10$

BeWitchy
(Gypsy/witchy-style jewerly)
30% Off aside from custom

Rock Mama Punk Baby
Handmade punk rock baby and mommy things too!
Free Shipping on all Skull Caps from baby to adult.

31 Summers
20% off all orders over $15 (before shipping)

Mountaineer Candle Company
Specializing in gel candles, soy candles and wax dipped bears.
10% off purchases over $15.00

CurlyMonkey Organic Apparel for Baby and Kids
Free Shipping on orders to US

Ms. J Creations
Hair Accessories and a little more
10% off orders over $10 before shipping

Hecate's
30% Off all orders, excluding custom OTHER THAN baubles.
Bauble special orders qualify for the discount.

Little Daisy Designs
Sweet Clothing for your Little Sweetie
10% off all orders
Free shipping to all US orders

Windy City Soaps
10% of all orders over $10 before shipping

Cinnamon & Spice Crafts
15% off orders over $10.00 (before shipping)

Little Papoose
Free Shipping

SMOX
Unique children's items and hair bows
10% off orders over $15 before shipping, excludes custom orders and oopses

SugarBug Slings
Ring sling infant/toddler carriers
Free Priority Mail US Shipping
1/2 Price Priority Mail International Shipping (that's only $6.50 anywhere outside the US!!!)

BrannockArts
Handmade Fun Felt Goodies!
20% off $10 or more (before shipping).

MyBUG
Handmade Infant Gifts and Children's Hairbows
Free U.S. Shipping

Brooke Ann's Boutique
Get 10% off all orders over $15 before shipping

busy little elf
Handmade toys for boys(and girls), delightfully whimsical prints and more
15% off orders below $25(excludes shipping)
25% off orders over $25 (excludes shipping)

Cozy Cabin Creations
Purchase 2 or more items and first class shipping (U.S. only) is FREE!

Hiccups Boutique
FREE SHIPPING on ALL purchases over $20!

Andrea Evans Design
GIGANTIC CLEARANCE SALE!!!
25% OFF EVERYTHING IN ENTIRE SHOP!!! (excludes shipping)

Bows For Baby
15% discount on an order over $10 before shipping.

Create Me A Canvas
Free Shipping US orders only

Sassy and Dapper
20% off

Me and Matilda
10% off all orders over 15.00 (excludes shipping)

Fabriclicious

Fabriclicious 10% Off all orders over 20.00 (excludes shipping)
20% Off all orders over 50.00 (excludes shipping)

Rocka-ma-baby
Creations for mama and baby
Free US shipping on any item

Kaleidescope Jewels
15% off (excludes shipping)

Do Not Disturb
10% off all October Orders
15% off all Hoiday Ship Cakes

Honeybee's Creations
15% off everything(excludes shipping

CRWstudio
Fresh and fun photo jewelry.
10% OFF Everything before Shipping (Excludes Shipping Costs)

Creations by Toni
20% off all orders over $15.

Magnifique
Magnifique offers Bath Bombs, Powdered Bath Fizzies and Yummy Lip Balms!
20% Off All Orders Over $15 Excluding Shipping. FREE SHIPPING for Silicon Valley Residents!

Meagan's Designs
25% off everything

Kaedan Krafts
BOGO 1/2 off

Trinity's Tutus
10 percent off everything in store ( excludes shipping)

ae baby
a boutique for mom & baby
10% off all purchases in October, excludes shipping

Little Lovlies Boutique
Free Shipping within US Only for all orders over $20.

StarWalkerBoutique
custom tutus for princesses of all ages!
10% off your order OR Buy 2 tutus and get free shipping!

Donna Pool Designs
25% off all puzzle balls and photographs

Through the rainbow
Free shipping on fabric appliques only.

SweetSouthernDesign
20% off all orders over $15

ElegantHobbies
Sock Monkeys, Sock Plushies and more....
Free U.S Shipping, With the purchase of Two or More items

Leaky Mouth
All Items-- buy one get second 1/2 off!

dawnberries
20% off anything you see!

Hopscotch Square
anything in my store 10% off (not including shipping)
carry kids clothes (infant-toddler) baby blankets, aprons, "play"capes, hairbows

Tizz Olsen
20% off all WRAPPED baby wraps. including custom made, and lil' wrappers

Friday Fun Finds - Going Green

2008-09-19T13:56:00.019-05:00

Hello everyone, and welcome to the first official

"Friday Fun Finds"

GOING GREEN

Those two words say so much , that I will never even come close to covering the entire topic. We hear it everywhere nowadays. All the talk about pollution, ozone depletion and global warming are overwhelming for some people, who still think those issues are far from them, and non dependant on individual efforts. The truth is that if an effort is not made by every individual to protect the environment, in the years to come mother earth will no longer be as we know her. I as a mother would like to do my best to preserve some fresh air for my children, grandchildren (eventually) and the generations to come. This is why I chose "Going Green" for my first theme.

I have been looking for an individual product or company to feature today, and the more I searched the harder it got to pick just one. It's such a broad theme ...

So today I will be taking you on a tour of my finds- some great products, and resources to help educate ourselves and others and become aware of our actions and their effect on the environment.Enjoy and don't forget to let me know what you think.

First let's take the Green-o-meter to see where we stand.
http://www.thedailygreen.com/environmental-news/how-green-are-you

Here are also some great sites you can check out:

http://www.thedailygreen.com/- find your daily green news, green tips and advice, green product reviews and so much more.

http://www.ecofirms.org/ - an amazing directory of eco products, eco services, eco issues, eco sources...

http://www.ecologue.com/ - easier ways to live green

http://greenmomfinds.com/ -great blog from a fellow mom making a difference

http://ecoetsy.com/resources.html - the official site of Eco Etsy Street Team

http://www.epromos.com/category/20402.html - environmentally friendly promotional products for your business.

I don't want to leave out some awesome products I have found on ETSY.And I am sorry but I couldn't just choose one artist, they are all soo GREAT!Check out their shops for more cool products!

big recycled pages ...
spacedogstudios
$8.50

Cranberry Wornament...
JustFeltHungry
$18.00

EFA September Chall...
curlymonkey
$16.00

green ecological ...
surlymermaid
$7.95

1 inch Earth Button...
originalrght
$4.00

Connect to Spirit J...
thisisit
$10.00

Domino Pads - Set o...
BatikBags
$19.85

Produce bag-Pack of...
recupefashion
$20.00

Repurposed VINTAGE ...
boxwoodgoods
$60.00

Hemp Bag...Eco-frie...
fussycut
$75.00

Recycled Cotton Tot...
karinapotestio
$18.00

Ecofriendly Stripes...
ASecondChance
$25.00

Recycled fabric lun...
auclairdelalune
$25.00

Recycled billboard ...
shibbybags
$29.99

Kai - Ecolocco - fe...
ecolocco
$15.00

Recycled Sock Jump ...
rainwaterlily
$8.00

Ride a Bike (pink)
thepdc
$2.00

Beeswax, Soywax, No...
LuLuTreasure
$16.00

RECYCLE LOVE Organi...
feralgirl
$16.00

NYC - Made of Eco F...
tangente
$30.00

Etsy: Your place to buy & sell all things handmade

styleaccents.etsy.com

Something that made me smile, cause it's so true for some of us.

You can get this printed on a t-shirt, tote, greeting card etc... at:

http://www.cafepress.com/momsmonkeys

So I just want to leave you all with a thought:

REDUCE! REUSE! RECYCLE!

Next Friday look for "CafemomEtsyMoms" (CEM). I am a proud member of this amazing Etsy Street Team and would like to introduce you to it! Please join the "Friday Fun Finds"

Coming soon to etsy shop

2008-09-13T22:45:00.004-05:00

I have worked hard last week. Getting ready for the Holiday shoppers. Besides my custom order for Christmas stockings I managed to make some other cute items for my etsy shop. The items pictured are just a preview of what's coming on the way .

FRIDAY FUN FINDS

2008-09-12T12:14:00.007-05:00

I've been looking for "my thing" - something to get my blog out there to more readers.
I am a mom with 2 small kids, a part time out of the house job and a home based business, and I don't have much time left after all that to write tutorials or share recipes. There are a lot of people already doing that anyways. So after long consideration I have decided to blog about the other people who blog. It's gonna be called: "Friday Fun Finds". I want to get my readers looking forward to my Fridays.

What and how's gonna happen?

Well... Every Friday I am gonna blog about something interesting and fun that I have found during the week. possibilities are endless:

*Etsy shops

*Giveaways

*Fun activities for your family

*Great blogs

*Tutorials

* Holiday decorations

*Gift ideas

*Recipes

*And much more

At the end of each "Friday Fun Finds" post I will announce the theme for next week, so if you have a website, blog or a shop that is in connection with the theme announced and you would like it to be considered please post a comment and let me know. I will be searching for features on my own also, so a comment does not guarantee you a spot, but all comments will be considered.

Some posts will concentrate on only one website/blog/shop, while others will be a combination of theme related articles/items.

Also I will be accepting any suggestions, ideas and requests for themes you would like to see/read about.

Since it happened to be Friday and I am not prepared for this one I am just gonna celebrate finding "my thing" -yay for me.

Coming next Friday: "Going Green!"

This is just something that have interested me for a while. You see it everywhere now, so I want to talk about it. So if you've got it "Going Green" and want to be featured, please post a comment here with a way to get back to you. Thanks.

Children's clothes

2008-09-06T17:09:00.005-05:00

Nursery sets and other baby things

2008-09-05T23:07:00.004-05:00

Just some old pictures to show my work

2008-09-05T22:03:00.006-05:00

These are my last two I made in the spring for prom.

You can tell how old this picture is but I want to show all the thing I can do :-))

This is actually me. I used to waitress in this Italian/Greek restaurant and we had a Greek night and had to wear Greek costumes, so I made my own.

A very comfortable nightie.

The belly dancer costume is one of my favorites. She actually needed it for a concert. It is a modernised version of a traditional Egyptian costume worn by young females dancing a fertility dance.

I made the outfit for the mom and had plenty of fabric left over to make a dress for the daughter.

I made 4 of those orange ones for bridesmaids. The fabric was really easy to work with and they turned out really cute.

Bridesmaid also.

Bridesmaid... I made 9 of those babies. (The red on the bottom is not part of the dress).

My little sister in a dress I made for her a few years ago.

Red Tulle Dress

2008-09-05T21:54:00.004-05:00

I am working hard on finishing details (PITA BTW)

This is the final product. It turned out great after it nearly killed me.
This dress was for a maid-of-honor. Sorry for the bad picture I swear it looks much better live.

Summer Dress

2008-09-05T21:49:00.003-05:00

A pretty little dress

2008-09-05T21:41:00.003-05:00

This dress I made at the beginning of summer for my niece, but my daughter is the one modeling (they are the same age). I had so much fun working on it it's unbelievable.

I am back and ready to work with full head of ideas

2008-08-24T16:58:00.003-05:00

So my 3 month long vacation is over. It was great to take a break but I also missed sewing so much. As I started saying the last few weeks "my hands are itching for stitching". I can't wait to pull out a piece of fabric and turn it into something beautiful. I have some many ideas waiting to be created, so as soon as I am finished unpacking from the trip I will be going trough the fabric stacks. It may be too soon but I think I'll start working on Christmas, there is so much to do...
Well I am back an soon there will be more coming from Style Accents.

2008 Prom Dress - URBAN BEAUTY

2008-05-25T00:15:00.002-05:00

2008 Prom Dresses - GREEK GODES

2008-05-24T23:44:00.003-05:00

PROMOTION / DISCOUNT CODES FOR ETSY

2008-05-04T01:21:00.004-05:00

YOU CAN USE THESE CODES WHEN SHOPPING AT http://www.styleaccents.etsy.com/
PLEASE WRITE THE CODES IN "MESSAGE TO SELLER BOX" AT CHECK OUT.
WHEN USING ANY OF THESE CODES, PLEASE WAIT FOR UPDATED INVOICE BEFORE PAYING, OTHERWISE YOU WILL NOT RECEIVE YOUR DISCOUNT.
ALL ITEMS WILL BE SHIPPED ONCE PAYMENT HAS CLEARED.
THANK YOU!

CODES
"CAFEMOM" -- 10 %
"CAST" -- 10 %

Prom season 2008 is over

2008-05-04T00:28:00.005-05:00

I did it...
Right on time. We had the photo shoot appointment at 11 am this morning and as of last night I hadn't finished one of the dresses yet. So i worked on it till 10:15 am, pressed it and got ready to go ... made it only 5 minutes late - amazing.
The lady I chose to be my photographer is awesome. She is full of great ides, very creative and extremely nice. She didn't hesitate to get on her knees and elbows in an alley in downtown to get the RIGHT shot. I had to choose between 3 people and I am very happy with the choice I made. I didn't have a professional photographer till now, but at the point my business is, it will hopefully prove to be a good investment.
I should have the pictures posted in the next 2 weeks or so. I can't wait ...

... this afternoon I started the next project-it's a maid-of-honor dress for a wedding in June. I cut out most of the pieces. First fitting is scheduled for Tuesday afternoon ( I hope I'll be ready). I am gonna take a break tomorrow though, I need it.

I haven't made anything new for my etsy shop lately. My head is full of ides, but I am too busy at the moment. And than I'll be closing it for the summer, so... maybe when I come back.

Check back soon for the pictures.

working hard

2008-04-22T23:02:00.005-05:00

This is a picture of one of the dresses I am working on at the moment I have a little more detailed work to do to it, but the basics are done.

I've been working hard the past few weeks.

The orders are piling up right before I have to leave. It's great, but than I'll be gone for whole 3 months and I sure hope it picks up right where I am leaving.

Another dress was sold on etsy.

Prom dresses in making

2008-04-16T00:34:00.002-05:00

I've been working on my 2 prom dresses today. They are really starting to shape up nicely. One was giving me trouble the other day so I left it. It was one of those days that things went wrong left and right. Today was much better and I accomplished quite a bit. Prom is May 10 so I gotta HURRY. Next project is Maid of Honor dress due in June. I have found a great photographer and can't wait to share the final pictures with everyone.

2008-04-14T00:20:00.002-05:00

My name is Vanya.

I am originaly form Bulgaria, but have been living in the States for the last 8 years.

I am a mom of 2 amazing children - Tyler who is 5 and Emma who is 16 months.

Style Accents is my first and most neglected at the moment child. I started the company a few years ago and it is still developing.

I have been sewing for over 10 years. Most of my businees comes from custom orders ( nursery bedding and formal dresses). My passion has always been children's clothing - the fun never ends with them.

learning from others

2008-04-14T00:01:00.003-05:00

I spent the evening looking at other blogs and learning.
Now I have a general idea of how it works, and what I am supposed to blog about.
Starting to get the feeling it's gonna be fun. I am ready to learn a trick or two on how to get people to read my blog. How and where do I promote it?

2008-04-13T02:29:00.003-05:00

So I am brand new at this blogging thing. I need help. I am confused a bit. I guess it will come to me after a while ah?
I am exited about this blog. Please help me with any ideas or suggestions or whatever I need to know about blogging.