Doll Clothes = FUN

Gifted Family.  

I have to admit, I am one lucky person to have such a gifted family.  We are a very crafty and involved family.  I admire one of my aunts for the types of doll clothes she does.  Currently, I am selling her stuff in my Etsy store.  Everything is so exact and she adds her touch to everything to make the outfits seem so realistic and not like general doll clothes.  

This is a romper she did with the matching bandana.  I love it. 

Another Romper with matching headband.  I love how it just looks so real and adorable.

This is what I call comfy flannel "Christmas" pajamas. 

 

I absolutely love these blouses.  

I can only wish I could make these.  They are time consuming from what I understand but when you love what you do you do not even notice just how much time has passed because you are enjoying your craft.

All these items and more are on my Etsy Shop. 

http://www.etsy.com/shop/CraftastikCreationz

Football FUN Blankets for Kids

So I finally decided to do something fun and work my magic with sewing.  Okay try to work my magic is more like it.  I haven't sewn in awhile so trying to do these blankets and pillows was a bit challenging.  Truth is I really didn't take the proper measurements for what a toddler or baby blanket should be.  I winged it and I did what I felt was a good size.  I must say that I have no regrets.  

It took me sometime to figure it all out and lay out the material.  You really do need a flat surface to lay it all out.  That is the best way to make the proper cuts and add your needles as guidelines for sewing and to hold the materials together.  I do like to match my fabrics but find it a bit boring to have the same type of fabric on both sides.  I like reversible blankets or things in general because when you get tired of looking at it one way, you can switch it and have a totally different look. 

I will apologize in advance because I was so excited to share this that I did not use the right lighting or stage my pictures as I normally do.  The colors are actually more vibrant.  I will have updated pictures later on in the week to post up but for now, I hope you love them as much as I do.  I think they are fun. 

Yes, I am a Giants fan but make no excuses for the game opener (wow that was horrible) but I love them anyway.  This is for the Giants Fans. 

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I also did a general Football Blanket for those people who love different teams.  I think this one is adorable.  

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Huge difference in color.  

If you have an idea, please share it with me.  I am trying to do a bit of everything. So far this project was the most fun for me to do because it was a bit challenging. 

Taking a leap of faith - Now Open - http://www.etsy.com/shop/CraftastikCreationz

INTRODUCING

http://www.etsy.com/shop/CraftastikCreationz

I have to admit, the thought of selling online scares me but I have received so much positive feedback that I decided to take the plunge and dive right in.  I can't say I am not terrified because I am.  It is one thing to create and sell things at fairs and in front of your home.  It is a totally different thing to actually sell in online because then it all becomes real and no longer really a hobby but the beginning of your business.  

Being selective is definitely something I have to do.  I do not want to just sell anything.  I want to sell selected pieces that I feel are a good representation of my work and who I am as a crafter.  

The fees are much less than ebay or any other site I have looked into and you can customize your shop to the way you want it to look like.  I purchased special customized banners for my shop through http://www.etsy.com/people/DollvilleStudio.  I love the banners they have and it fit my style perfect. Even though the items are limited, what they have is worth purchasing.  The above banner was purchased from Dollville Studio. 

I have only placed 5 items up for sale to start off with but I will add more once I get the feedback I need to create items that people will not only purchase as gifts but would like to purchase for themselves. 

I can only hope my fan base will grow and making this tough decision proves to be the greatest decision I have made to grow my business. 

Necklaces for $19.99

    

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 Gift Set Matching Metal Bookmark & Lanyard Charm $14.00

     

3x5 Reversible Acrylic Sticky Note Pad Holder Stand with Matching Pen $10.00

  

Composition Notebook Diary Gift Set $21.50