Little Dude's 2nd Annual Birthday Blessings Bash

Hey, I'm still here!  My blog has been sadly neglected, but I've been working on a blogging schedule and will be starting up again soon.  For now though, I'm back with Little Dude's 2nd Annual Birthday Blessings Bash!

Little Dude will be TWO next week so it's time to kick this off!  We've been blessed with so much help and so many prayers since Little Dude was born, and so we're giving back by donating 20% of the sales made during the month of March from Annalie's Baby Boutique to a different organization each year.

Last year, we were able to donate $25 to Gracie's Gowns, a non-profit organization that provides personalized hospital gowns to chronically ill and special needs children at no cost to the family. Gracie's Gowns is very special to me because not only was it founded and run by a very sweet friend of mine, but because Little Dude received a gown from her as well.

This year, I've chosen Go Shout Love.  I've followed Go Shout Love on Instagram for about 2 years now and love what they do to support families of children who have rare diseases.  They feature a different family each month to raise awareness for their disease and money to help with medical and related expenses.

Let's make this a great month for Go Shout Love!


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Introducing the New Annalie's Baby Boutique Product Line!

I had so much fun coming up with my new product line and am looking forward to adding new prints to it soon!  I will be posting these to Etsy and Instagram tonight and they're already available for ordering on my Facebook page.  There will be some special deals and a giveaway on Instagram and Facebook so be sure to join us over there!

This post is going to be a little picture heavy so without further ado...here it is!

Organic knit personalized receiving blankets with your choice of a matching knit hat or headwrap (not shown.)

Can be personalized with any name, colors, font, and choice of graphics

$45

Organic knit personalized heart leggings with your choice of matching hat or headwrap (not shown)
Available in sizes 0-3 Months through 6 years

Can be personalized with any name, colors, font, and choice of graphics Leggings with matching hat or headwrap: $45

Leggings: $40

Set of two headwraps, hats, or mix and match: $24 

Organic knit personalized butterfly circle skirt with your choice of matching hat or headwrap.
Available in sizes 0-3 Months through 6 years

Can be personalized with any name, colors, font, and choice of graphics

Circle skirt with hat or headwrap: $45

Circle skirt: $40

Set of two headwraps, hats, or mix and match: $24 

 

 

Sunflowers receiving blanket and matching headwrap or hat (not shown)
Made from a soft stretchy knit so it's perfect for swaddling.
$36 for both
$28 for the blanket
$9 for the headwrap or hat

Arrows knit leggings with your choice of matching hat or headwrap.
Available in sizes 0-3 Months through 6 years
$36 for both
$28 for the leggings
$9 for the headwrap or hat

Colorful birds knit circle skirt with your choice of matching hat or headwrap.
Available in sizes 0-3 Months through 6 years
$36 for both
$28 for the skirt
$9 for the headwrap or hat

Random Monday - March 30, 2015

I'm almost embarrassed to admit this, but I've finally figured out a way to make the bedtime routine go smoother.  Bedtime has been an issue since Little Dude was born because he's so needy.  Granted, he has gotten much easier to care for, but he still requires a lot of attention.  I've always had the three older kids get ready for bed at the same time which involves going to the bathroom, getting a drink, and brushing their teeth.  As you can guess, sending three kids into the bathroom at the same time to brush their teeth is chaotic to say the least.  Last night, I had each of the kids pick out a book to look at while they sat on the floor next to me as I fed Little Dude.  Then, I had them take turns going into the bathroom to do their bedtime routine before returning to finish looking at their books.  When they were all done, I set Little Dude down for a minute to tuck them all into their beds and rub their backs.  SOOOOOO much easier!!  Now, if I can just figure out a way to keep Star from getting out of bed 874 times before she finally falls asleep... 

Have you heard of Target's subscription service?  I use my Target redcard to get free shipping and 5% off on all my orders from Target which means that I shop online there a lot.  I recently discovered that Target has subscriptions to just about any household item that gets used up (toilet paper, paper towels, feminine products, office supplies, etc), and that the subscription service covers diapers and wipes!  Plus, I save an additional 5% on all subscription items I order.  So now, I have diapers and wipes shipped to my house every month and even save money on them!  Disclaimer: This rave review was not sponsored in any way, shape, or form.  I just wanted to share something really cool with my readers :)

When people ask me what's wrong with Little Dude, I usually say that he's medically complex or special needs because it's too hard to explain his issues any other way since we don't have an actual diagnosis.  My sister, however, called him special edition the other day.  I like that way better than special needs :)

I recently opened an Instagram account for my boutique (@annaliesbabyboutique) and will be posting special deals, flash sales, Instagram-exclusive products, and giveaways over there!  My first giveaway is actually running now so make sure you head over there to enter.

Follow me on Instagram at @annaliesbabyboutique to enter my giveaway!

   
Due to being pregnant or having a small baby for the past 3 years straight, I kind of dropped out of the craft show circuit for a while.  This past Saturday, I was able to set up a table as a vendor at a craft show again!  Princess and my younger sister came along to help out.  My mother-in-law babysat Little Man and Star at her house, but couldn't watch Little Dude because they're remodeling their house, and his lungs can't handle the dust and paint smells, so I got to take him along as well.  It was a lot of fun, and I realized how much I'd missed doing craft shows.  Princess was very courteous and informative to everyone who stopped at our table.  She also took it upon herself to make sure that everyone had my business cards "because it's free."  She was adorable and definitely an entrepreneur in training!

Me and my two kiddos at the craft show

Princess manning the table

Yes, we even tube feed at craft shows!

Random Monday-July 29, 2013

I got behind on my cleaning.  Way, way behind.  I hate it when that happens because I can't work efficiently because of the mess plus I feel guilty for not cleaning, but I can't clean because I know I need to work.  It's a vicious cycle that ends with me sitting on the couch watching reruns on Netflix and devouring chocolate.

I wrote about an awesome way to keep my house clean almost 2 years ago and I still believe that it's the only method to keep me sane.  However, I didn't feel like I could pick it up again because my house was so messy.  However, I forgot some of the most important Flylady rules...

“Your home did not get dirty in one day, and it will not get clean in a day either.”

"Don't try to catch up.  Jump in where you are!" 

Oh, yeah.  Those rules.

So today, I jumped in with the daily routine.  Instead of a quick clean of each room, I set the timer for 10 minutes and spent just that much time in each room.  They aren't done, but they're better and I'll do the same tomorrow and the day after and the day after until they're ready for the quick clean again.


I did manage to get a little work done last week though.  I had a custom order for this fun back-to-school outfit for a sweet little girl who's starting kindergarten this year.  I loved it so much that I decided to offer it in my Etsy shop as well.  The skirt has a fun buses and stop signs print on the main portion and a handwriting fabric on the border.  The shirt has a heart shaped applique that can be personalized with your child's name or left blank so your child can write their own name on instead (which I think would make it an awesome keepsake first-day-of-school outfit!)  

I'm thinking Princess needs one of these for her first day of kindergarten as well.

 

Random Monday - April 15, 2013

First, of all, if you're new to my blog, welcome to my Random Monday series.  It's exactly what it sounds like...random!  There are a lot of things I'd like to write on my blog because I want to remember it later and share it with others who might like it, but these things don't always constitute their own blog post.

Enjoy the randomness!
  
Last week, Little Man came up to me and sorrowfully said, "I'm doing an owie dance. I need a treat."

Today, while eating breakfast in the kitchen, I heard this...
Little Man: "Princess! Stop looking at me!  MoooooooooOm, Princess is looking at me."
The kid is 2.  TWO.  I did not think I had to worry about this scenario for at least a few more years.  *sigh*

I took some pictures of Star the other day.  Most of them turned out super cute like this one: 

And then there were a few bloopers like this.  I call this one "Spot the Photobomb."

I've been making house-divided football shirts and onesies for a while now for my Etsy shop and they've been pretty popular.

I also make house divided dresses for little girls.

 A couple of weeks ago, a customer requested an Air Force/Navy divided onesie, and I love the way it turned out.  Think I should add these to my shop?  I would be able to make them with any branch of the military.

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Small Business Saturday

I'm sure you've all heard of Black Friday and Cyber Monday, but have you heard of Small Business Saturday?

It was first held on November 27th, 2010 and was created and promoted by American Express.  Its mission to encourage people to shop at and support local small businesses.

Now, technically,my business doesn't qualify since I don't have a brick and mortar store, but I'm still honoring Small Business Saturday at my boutique.  After all, I'm definitely not a big box store!     

On Saturday morning, I will release a coupon code that can be used in my Etsy shop and will be posting sales (and maybe some freebies!) on my Facebook page. 



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Fall Collection 2012

I just released my first clothing collection at Annalie's Baby Boutique!  You can view the entire Fall Collection here.  My favorite part of this collection is that not only do all the pieces coordinate with each other, but many of the pieces are Mix N' Match or can be worn several different ways which means that you can easily create your own look.

Reversible brown corduroy/peace symbol a-line jumper dress or tunic 
This sweet A-line dress is reversible which gives you two looks for the price of one. The brown corduroy side features a peace sign applique near the bottom of the dress and a hem that matches the other side of the dress. The second side of the dress has a peace symbol and hearts print and a brown corduroy heart applique on the front. The dress looks adorable worn by itself or over a shirt which means that it can be worn in just about any weather. It has button closures on the shoulder straps.

The dress can be worn for several years, first as a dress, than as a tunic top which means that you will really get your money's worth. It looks adorable worn over the brown ruffle corduroy pants which are also in the Fall Collection.
Available in sizes 3 months-3 years.

Photography by DianeH Photography

Shown as a tunic top with brown corduroy ruffle pants

Mushrooms and leaves peasant dress with removable apron
Your little girl will look so sweet in this whimsical mushrooms and leaves print peasant style dress. This dress can be worn for several years-first as a dress, then layered over leggings or pants as a tunic, and then as a shirt. The elasticized collar and sleeves stretch to fit several different sizes. The dress looks adorable worn over the brown ruffle corduroy pants which are also in the Fall Collection.
Available in sizes NB-6 years
 

Shown without the apron.  Photography by DianeH Photography

Shown with the apron.  Photography by DianeH Photography

Back of the dress.  Photography by DianeH Photography.

Shown without the apron worn over brown corduroy ruffle pants.

Mushroom stripwork peasant shirt and brown corduroy ruffle pants
Your little girl will look so sweet in this 3/4 sleeve stripwork peasant shirt and corduroy ruffle pants. The elasticized collar and sleeves of the shirt stretch to fit several different sizes. The pants are made of soft brown corduroy and have an elastic waistband for comfort.
Available in sizes NB-6 years.

Photography by DianeH Photography

Closeup of the shirt.

Brown Corduroy Ruffle Pants (also sold separately.)

Tie shirt or onesie with brown corduroy pants
This necktie shirt or onesie and corduroy pants set is perfect for fall. The necktie features an autumn leaves print. The soft brown corduroy pants have an elastic waistband for comfort.
Available in sizes 0-3M 3-6M, 6-12M, 12-18M, 2T, 3T, 4T, 5/6.

Photography by DianeH Photography

Photography by DianeH Photography

Mushroom applique shirt or onesie and brown corduroy skirt set.
This shirt and skirt set features a mushroom applique on the shirt/onesie. The border on the soft brown corduroy skirt has a print that matches the mushroom cap on the applique. The skirt has an elastic waistband for comfort.
Available in sizes 0-3M 3-6M, 6-12M, 12-18M, 2T, 3T, 4T, 5/6.

Photography by DianeH Photography

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