Hand knit Purses for fall!

Part of my latest collection these purses are 100% unique and 1 of a kind. There are only 1 of each available!

These were made from hand spun & hand dyed wools & acrylics & cottons. So fun and full of like - they will add a little spice to your fall wardrobe!

These purses can be purchase at www.KissMyStyle.com

Your Business Identity

Once you have taking the leap and decided to take your "hobby" to the next level, it usually means you are instantly a business person. That doesn't mean you enjoy it, or even aspire to the business side of things. But it does mean you need to take some things more seriously, and one of those things is your identity.

The first thing you will need is a name for your company. Maybe you already have one that you use, but is it "right" for you? There are a couple things to consider in naming your business:

• Does it describe what it is that you do? Will be people be able to figure out what your craft is?
• Is someone already using that name? That's as easy as "doing a Google"! Type it in and see what comes up!
• Don't use JUST your own name...not yet! When you get to be Martha Stewart or Amy Butler, then go for it...but if might first take some time!
• Does it look okay visually, or even sound okay? Write it down and say it out loud over and over...would YOU go check that company out?
• Make sure it's not too long, too difficult to remember, or too hard to spell. And don't try to be funny...not everyone get's humor.

So you have a name, what next? Now you need to have a logo designed. After working in THAT industry for 12 years, I have lot's of input...but that's for another post. Come back to find out some hints and tricks to creating a logo for your newly named business!!

I would love to hear some of your company names. I always get a kick out of perusing Etsy and reading them, but honestly...there are only a few that stick with me. Take your time, think about it, get some opinions, but don't waste anymore time!

New Shop on Etsy - ThreeLittleGoblins

Just had to mention a new favorite shop of mine on Etsy.com. It is http://www.threelittlegoblins.etsy.com/ and they have a special place in my heart! This is someone I know who makes hand made bears in all shapes and sizes. One of the bears listed on her site is called a memory bear. This bear can be made from any fabric you like, one for her to choose or one maybe from a favorite piece of clothing. You can have your child's favorite shirt or dress made into a bear when it no longer fits!

But I have to say what is most special about this memory bear is it was one made especially for me in memory of my darling daughter Emma (you can read about Emma on my site at http://www.snanimals.com/ - it has a link to information and also to her carepage.) Emma passed away suddenly last year from pulmonary hypertension. Recently my friend surprised me with this beautiful bear, done in purple ribbon fabric for the pulmonary hypertension association and with Emma's picture on the belly (with a bumblebee on the foot--Emma LOVED bees!) So you see just how special these bears can be.

But there's so many more. I am also showing one that she makes for teachers! It is a fantastic idea and a wonderful gift. A bear that has the class picture (or any picture) on it's belly and colorfull apples all over for the class to sign to give as a gift! How ingenious! I imagine you can do this sort of thing for all types of jobs, not just teachers, as a special gift! Please drop by their shop and take a look around!

My Etsy Treasury - Shades of Summer in BLUE

This is the treasury I created on Etsy yesterday...
and I have had an overwhelming response!




Please check out the work of these un-be-lieve-able artists! :)

Sea Glass Hand Crafted Soy Candles from New England ~ Moomette's Magnificents Olde Towne Shoppes

MOOMETTE'S MAGNIFICENTS OLDE TOWN SHOPPES

Some of the fine Ye Olde Mercantile Shoppes you'll find here.... Artisan Hand-Crafted Knitted & Monogrammed Baby & Toddler Clothing, Sea Glass Candles, Handbags, Bead Jewelry, Notecards & More.

Many of our fine unique product offerings are handcrafted in the USA by exceptionally talented, "indie" cottage-industry Work-At-Home Moms.

You'll find unique gifts specificaly chosen to reflect what New England is known for ~ it's spectacular mountains and nautical maritime history.Upscale Clothing, Unique Gifts, Spa Items, Home Decor for special occasions or to pamper yourself!

Custom hand poured and hand crafted soy candles with a sea glass bonus. Artisan hand crafted.

For those of you who are not familiar with sea glass, it is literally glass that found its way into the sea. The waves of the ocean churn and pound the glass to give it a very distinct look.

Available at Moomette's Magnificents Olde Towne Shoppes

Hand Crafted Wooden Seasonal Welcome Signs and Outfits ~ Moomette's Magnificents Olde Towne Shoppes

Handcrafted wood "Welcome" Wall Hanging decorations made in the USA help make your home a more inviting place!

Dress your favorite Handcrafted Wood "Dress Me Welcome Friends", Garden Decor, Yard Items, seasonal decorations and more with adorable Outfits!

Dress up your Home, Cottage, Camper, Camp & Ski Chalet,- by changing the theme to reflect the Season!

Perfect for Housewarming and Hostess Gifts!

You'll soon find you'll want them all!

Visit Moomette's Magnificents Olde Towne Shoppes for Artisan Hand Crafted Gifts for everyone!

Baby Showers In Your Social Plans? Order a Hand-Crafted Diaper Cake & Wow All the Partygoers!

I'm excited to announce that I've recently added a new line to my Moomette's Magnificents Olde Towne Shoppes!

Lots of upcoming Baby Showers in your social plans this Summer, Fall or Winter? These are adorable gifts to give to your sister, sister-in-law, best friend! Especially nice from the Grandma-to-Be, also!

This diaper cake is a 3-tier, non edible, cake-like handicraft made of 54 size 1 Pampers® Swaddlers diapers and filled with baby necessities.
Diaper cakes are designed to be simple and classy on the outside. The key to a great surprise for the mommy-to-be is keeping all items hidden inside the diaper cake.

Inside the diaper cake, the mommy-to-be will find:
1 handmade swaddle blanket matching the theme
2 handmade reversible bibs matching the theme
2 binkie clips
2 binkies
Johnson & Johnson travel set—shampoo, wash, lotion, powder
trial size DESITIN® diaper rash ointment
soothing lotion
2 items from the following list: medicine dropper, teething ring, rattle, washcloths, spoon and fork set, and nasal aspirator

Please allow 3-4 days for processing and 5-7 days for shipping.

U.S. only

All diaper cakes and towel cakes are shipped via FedEx Ground. Allow 3 to 5 business days for cake to arrive.You will receive an email with the tracking number to track your package at http://www.fedex.com/. Unless your P.O. Box allows packages to be shipped directly to it, we will not be able to ship to a P.O.Box.

See the entire collection of Diaper Cakes at

Moomette's Magnificents Olde Towne Shoppes

and plan on getting your order in now!


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