Another Update:

Just thought I would update you all on what is going on again.

Name - The name is CHANGED!!! :) Made 4U Handmade Designs is the new official name. :) This will be the name attached to everything from now on. Etsy, Facebook, the blog... The blog URL is staying the same though {made4ubyemily.blogspot.com}. That is what everyone knows, so I am keeping that the same.

Etsy - Still in the works. I am waiting for ONE thing, and it still hasn't come in the mail!!!! *Grrrrrr* Anyways, hopefully it will be waiting for me when I come home sometime this week.

Facebook - The page is UP!!! Check out my profile, or just search 'Made 4u Handmade Designs'

Sewing - Well, I have lots and lots of fabric, does that count??? ;) I am approaching exams so things are getting busier. I also got a new job {working at a fabric store, go figure ;)}. I haven't had to time to get anything started, but in two or so weeks, when exams are done, I have almost a month to fill up the shop. There are lots of ideas sitting here though.

In the mean time, keep reading....

Custom Orders - YES, YES, YES!!!! :) Wanting something for Christmas??? I can totally do that. I have two orders almost done now, and can take on more. I can make gifts you want for others, Christmas outfits you want for you or your kiddos... give me ideas, I will see what I can do!!! :)

 

Now, I just have to be patient and wait for the Etsy things to be ironed out....

I Linked Up At.....

So: I linked up at Raising Mighty Arrows. Go on over and check out what other small businesses are out there!!!! A perfect opportunity to support small businesses and get your Christmas shopping done!!! :) There is also an amazing giveaway for you who are in the US. I am sad that I don't live there right now.

Blue Striped Dresses

Two lovely blue and white striped dresses... each with their own surprise!! :)

 

Material is all new and 100% cotton.

Outside - Navy and white striped heavy cotton.

 

Cost: $15.00 each.

 

There is one of each available, but sadly, I can't make any more identically the same.

I can make some in the same style, but made out of different material and in larger sizes though.

 

The Daisy Striped Dress:

Size - 6 Months
Lining - White cotton

 

Buttons - Daisies

Ribbon - Canary yellow grosgrain ribbon

 

 The Fishy Striped Dress:

Size - 3 Months
Lining - Dark blue cotton

 

Buttons - Shiny and red

Trim - Vintage fishy trim. Red, white and navy.

 

Fabric Swatch:

 

 

Women's Clothing

I have been asked a bunch of questions by people about making women's clothing.

 

The answer is:

YES!!! I DO make women's clothing.

I do not think I will ever sell ready-made women's clothing simply because I find it easier to make something custom-fit for someone. If I use a commercial pattern for my sisters or I; I never stick to it {I can't remember the last time I used a commercial pattern though... I usually just make them myself}. Commercial patterns just do not seem to fit properly. The beauty of hand-made clothing is the custom fit.

 

SO, I won't be selling ready-made, BUT I am willing to take custom orders.

Send me your ideas. Pictures, sketches, colors, etc. Send me your measurements {or I can take them for you}. We can design it specifically for you!!! :)

 

Price: It completely depends on what you want, how you want it and how much the fabric is. :)

 

And, last of all, spread the word!!! ;)

Thanks everyone. -Emily.

 

And I would post a picture, except that I always forget to take pictures of the things I make for myself. :S

Are you Interested??? A pre-Etsy Special

Are any of you interested in these two items before someone snatches them up from the Etsy Shop???

Message me or comment if you are!!! :) I will let you know the prices if you message me.

 

Flowered Onesie:

Size: 6-9 Months

Material - printed, comfortable knit.

You can pair this with any pair of pants or dress, including our Ruffled Jean Dress. :)

 

 

Green and Pink Sleeping Bag:

Any size from 6 Months up.

 Outside - light green waffle. Lining - Green and pink checked Flannel.

This Sleeping Bag will keep your little one warm throughout the winter!!! Fully lined with flannel makes it even more comfortable and warmer.

If you would like something like this for boys, with sleeves, in a smaller size or in different material let me know! I can make one especially custom-designed for you!!! :)

 

 

Custom Design #1

A little while ago a friend of mine asked me to make a church outfit for her thre-year-old daughter. We went all out, with a jacket, skirt and co-ordinating shirt.

 

Jacket - A 'crop styled' jacket. Sturdy black cotton. Lined with a lighter, pink cotton.

 

Skirt - A bubble skirt [that didn't end up being poufy]. Light grey skirting material; part cotton. Lined with light pink cotton. Adjustable waist. Applique - two flowers, two buttons [that co-ordinate with the button on the jacket] and a bright pink ribbon bow.

 

 

Shirt - bright/hot pink. Store bought.

 

I also made a couple of hair bows to go with the outfit:

[The pink in each picture is a deep hot/bright pink. Thanks to aweful lighting, the color didn't come out right. :( The color is more like the picture below.]





 This outfit was not only a lot of fun to make, it was satisfying. I knew my customer, and exactly what she wanted. It also helped that I could measure the person it was meant for. That way I was able to present something that was made to fit just for them.

 

NOTE- Please do not use these photos for anything. They are not to be copied or saved in anyway. And please DO NOT pin them. Thanks.

The Bear Bum Outfit

Here is a little outfit: comfortable, boyish and cute!!! :) Perfect for those up coming winter days.

 

Size: 0 - 3 months

Price: $20.00

 

Material: Pants - navy blue knit. Top - beige knit. Edging and bear - same materials as the rest. All material is new.

There is one set available, but I can make more. I can also make them in a bigger size. Just message me!!! :)

 

Bottom: simple, comfortable pants with a bear on the bum

Top: 'Onesie' style.

It doesn't fly out of the pants, and the neckline and snap buttons at the bottom makes for easy changing!!!

 

 

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