Testing 123....Into the Land Of Blog

Ok.....so I must admit I have no idea what I'm doing, what makes a good blog, how to write a blog and if I'm truly honest with you, I don't read many blogs....not for lack of trying to find the time....

It's coming up to the 2 year anniversary of me starting my humble little Missy Bug Boutique. I never thought it would grow like it has and since starting hand making clothes as well I have been run off my feet. I adore the handmade community and watching the other businesses grow and develop, changing and flowing with the needs of customers to forge a wonderful brand and image for themselves. 

When I first started all this I had hoped to reach such heights with products sold out in seconds and people waiting for more. However, as I have fumbled along I've come to the realisation that these things aren't as important in the big picture for me personally. I've also found the less I have worried and stressed and the more I have let go and followed by own creative path, the more wonderful comments, customers and satisfaction I have gotten. I have loved the journey my craft and sewing has taken me on and it is truly my creative outlet and helps keep me level....the fact I have been able to make some sales and cover some costs is a bonus.....however my fabric collection is out of control.....I really must do something about it.....

I simply wanted to express my thanks to all my followers, both old and new, and the other wonderful, supportive and truly inspirational handmade women out there. I mainly wanted to start using this blog to share things that I love and bring a smile to my face and to point you in the direction of some of the wonderful stores I have dealt with over the past two years, some of who's owners I am now blessed to call my friends.....albeit Face Book friends xx

My wonderful friend Laura from ZeeBee Creations was one of the main reasons I entered the world of handmade....so all this is really her fault *evil laugh* For years now my girls cupboards have been full of ZeeBee pieces and Laura's fabric choices and attention to detail are truly perfect. She even made this gorgeous Memento pinnie for my youngest 1st birthday and now I have a size 2 ordered as I simply love it. Thank you for suggesting turning my hand to craft lovely lady xx

ZeeBee Creations

Another dear friend of mine is Julia from Squeeze Cuddles who is always so supportive and a down right adorable person. This is one of the first handmade orders I ever bought apart from the girls ZeeBee goodies. I'm not sure who was more upset when Hannah grew out of her gorgeous pinnie......me or her.......

Squeeze Cuddles 

I have SO many businesses I want to write about but I also don't want your head to explode with all the cuteness so I'll do them 2 per blog...if I do this again! HOWEVER I did want to leave this entry with a 2 year progress note seeing as Hannah has woken up and will be fixing to eat everything in the fridge as only a growing 2 year old can.

This is the very first hair clip I ever made....My oldest daughter Liana thought it was the BEST thing ever! She was so much easier to impress back then!

 

And the last thing I have made is one of these Postcards From Paris Jacket & Skirt sets.......Liana expects to much more then a hair clip now days! 

 

 

Thank you again for taking this journey with me and I'm looking forward to sharing more of the process and people that shaped over the next few weeks......if I should write more blogs?

Now, off to get my munchkin out of bed and have some tea and chocolate