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There always seems like so much work for me to be doing.  It's always something.  And I happen to forget one of the most important things about my business.  Sales.

I hope you don't think that's a bad word.  Just a necessity.  I love what I make, and want to keep on making what I love.  So, the "S" word is kinda important.

I often forget to set aside time to take pictures and then upload the pictures that I do have.  And it's important to keep those photo's updated to keep those "s" coming!  Well you know that I have been thinking about my photos and having retrieval problems all week.



Today I was a good girl!  I spent time getting some photos up in my shop of one of the first bibs that I've made.  This is some of the fun that I had on big huge labs.

This bib is now in my shop for $12.00.  I can also do a special order for a onesie, cuddle blanket, or burpie, if anyone is interested.  :)

pictures

My computer was getting overloaded with all my pic's.  So, I was cleaning it up.  Then my hub was cleaning it up.  They always want things to go faster.  And he messed it up. That's my story and I'm sticking to it!  Now I can't get to my pic's at all.



But, here is my collage!  I don't know what happened that I couldn't find it.  So I just tried again and here it is.   I also wanted to show you the few photos from my crazy weekend.  But I can't.  boo hoo.  So instead you can look at this flickr group.

Next up for katie jean is Handmade Parade.  I have been looking forward to this event for weeks!  There will be a ton of new vendors there that I haven't met yet.  So lots of fun shopping will be had by all!



It will also be a family event!  There will be facepainting, make & takes, and demos.  I really do get a kick out of seeing kids at these events.  They are usually really surprised by how many things people make by hand and sell as part of a business.  I can see the wheels turning in their brain, wondering at this alternative career.  My own kids do this to me quite often too!

See you there!

learning

Learning something new is sometimes a little hard.  I think this computer stuff comes a little easier to some others, than it does to me!

Well, I spent this morning learning a little something new.  I finally went onto picnik.  It reminds me of the early days of me learning to navigate my way around flickr.  Which I love so much now!

And I still can't figure out how to make a cute collage!  But I will!! In the meantime, here is a plain old photo of a cute pair of pants that I just listed in my shop.



The fabric is new, and I added a little vintage crochet trim.  The trim is from a vintage dresser scarf that I had saved and was no longer in it's original perfect condition.  The two came together for a perfect match.   Size 2T.

Wish me well in my continued search for picnik knowledge :)

i know

You must be dying to see my new labels!  These are some cute ones that I found through Babyology.  And are from Australia.  They were a bit much, but I just fell in love with their color choices and they had the perfect font for me, and I could do my name in lower case.  It was just what I wanted!  They are also iron on, not sew on like my old ones.  Change is always good right :)



This next little label, I had to show you as well. See the blue label with the brown dot.  The bird looks like it's havin' a little drinkie!



The birdie with the pink heart glasses make me think of Pepto Girl and her new logo!  Just thinking of you Amy!

And here is what I really want to show you!  My newest item, baby booties.  Aren't they cute!  I think they are adorable and irresistible.  They match the little bags on the shelf below.



The booties are $12.00 each, but if you buy the matching bag, they are $10.00 each.  Such a deal, and available this Saturday at Indie Sacramento and on Sunday at Art, Paperie, and Pleasantries (in Pleasanton).  See you!

the first

Indie Sacramento is such a great show that I wish I could attend it, not just vend it.  That way I could shop at my liesure and not have to hurry back to my booth!  And when I shop, I have to look at every little thing.   Just ask my friends.  I take too long for some of them.  That's why I often shop alone.  Not too many have the patience for me, as I look and look, and look.

Well I am a vendor at Indie Sac.  And to get ready for it, we are all asked to get together little bags of swag.  It's just a little free thing for attendees to receive that will promote our business.  In the past I have done book markers, lemon drops, gift tags, and magnets.



This time I did little square scraps of vintage fabrics.  I participated in a scrap fabric swap last summer, that was hosted by Melly and Me.  We were making log cabin squares, all from our fabric scraps.  I traded with someone in Australia and these little squares are just a part of what I got.  And now they are being passed on!



You can see the wide variety of cute little prints.  There are also some solids mixed in there too.



My girl helped me sort and stack one morning.  It was a great way for us to practice counting.  Well, she actually needs the practice more than I do.  She is 4 and can count up to 23!

So, if you are one of the first 150 to come to Fremont Park this Saturday, one of these little bags of scrappy goodness could be yours!  OOOh! AAh!  Or, one of these many other little goodies.  Check it out!  And see you there :)

busy girl

This Sunday, May 3rd, I will be with the Glitter and Grunge girls in Pleasanton for Art, Paperie & Pleasantries at the Alameda Fairgrounds.



This is a weekend event with handcrafted art, crafts, vintage and new art supplies and various anitquities and ephemera.  Plus make and takes.  All this with 200 artists and craftspeople!  Admission is $3. with a dollar off coupon on the website.

Since Indie Sacramento is on the 2nd, I will be in Pleasanton on the 3rd for a book signing!  The event runs both days from 11-5 p.m.  For more up-to-date info visit Chelise, the event coordinator.

may market

IndieSacramento's May Market is THIS Saturday! There are some fun new activities, check it out:

* FREE swag bags to the first 150 patrons (near the corner of 16th & P)!
* FREE Admission!
* Shop for hip, handmade goods, clothing, and accessories!
* Over 70 vendors!
* Enjoy live entertainment!
* Plan a picnic lunch with the family or eat on the grid!
* Get a haircut, help a cause. Cuts for a Cause by Deeda Salon!
* Stop by the SN&R and MidtownGrid booths for prizes and fun!
* Adopt a pet at the Homeward Bound / Helen's Animal Rescue booth!
* FREE crafts for the kids!
* Attend IndieSacramento's Craft University for craft classes & demos!

May Market Schedule

Come by the Craft University booth before class times for pre sign-ups or just show up at class time. *The number of students may be limited.

	10:30-11am	"Funky Fabric Flower" pin back broach: Create a funky broach with Yoli of Sacred Yoli. This is a great gift for Mom or yourself! Materials will be provided. Class Fee: $5
	11-11:30am	Repurposing Vintage Pillowcases: Katie Trott of katie jean will be showing you how to take your beautiful collection of vintage linens and reuse them in a fun new way, by making colorful coasters. Katie and her coasters are in the newly published book, Craft Challenge: Dozens of Ways to Repurpose a Pillowcase. This is a free class, with DIY kits available for $5.
	12-12:30pm	Screen Printing 101: Print your own IndieSacramento tote! An opportunity to gain an introductory understanding of the silkscreen process. In our brief half hour session, weather permitting, I will show you how to expose a screen in the sun, teach you about heat setting and screen printing inks for textiles, and of course you will learn how to pull an image onto your very own tote. Class taught by Barbara Jean of the dirtpuff collective. Class Fee: $5 *You may bring a t-shirt or tote to print on if you wish.
	12:30-1pm	Yarn Spinning Demo: Learn the art of spinning your own yarn with Jenn from Rosebud Designs. FREE
	1:30-2pm	Make a toy for your best friend: Learn how to make your own dog toy out of colorful fleece. Class will be taught by Stacey of Pillsplace and Bouton Blue. Materials will be provided. Class Fee: $5
	2-2:30pm	Needle Felting Demo: Come and learn about the delicate art of needle felting. In addition to learning about needles and wool, you will learn how you can make your very own fuzzy little sculptures. Class taught by Barbara Jean of the dirtpuff collective.

May 2, 2009, 10am-3pm
Fremont Park
1515 Q Street
Sacramento, CA 95811

Visit the website for more info: www.indiesacramento.com