Polka dots & Paisleys

NEW Crochet Headbands!

2010-01-29T00:38:00.002-06:00

You can now order 1.5 inch Crochet Headbands from

www.polkadotsandpaisleys.com

FREE SHIPPING

It's been a while

2010-01-29T00:23:00.004-06:00

We have been blessed with a new addition to our family and we couldn't be happier!

I had a sweet baby girl in October and I have just been so wrapped up in enjoying every moment of being a mommy of two precious children, that I have not done anything with my business these last few months!! I have not checked my business e-mail, so I'm sorry if you have not gotten a response! With having two children now, the space and time for monogramming has become harder to manage. So, I'm going to try and find a few new products that would be fun to sell and see how they do!

Look what we just got!

2009-08-02T23:24:00.003-05:00

NEW Diaper Bags!!!

Made by Kalencom New Orleans

These 3 just came in this week!

Doodle Bugs Midi Coated Diaper Bag

Website priced: $50 YOU PAY $40

Pink and Chocolate Heavenly Dots Laminated Buckle Bag

Website Priced $70 YOU PAY $55

Blue Corduroy Coated Double Buckle Bag

Website Priced $70 YOU PAY $55

They have SO many bags and other great items to choose from!! I am going to make my prices a little lower than they charge, so go to their website and see what you like and you can order through Polka dots & Paisleys! Their bags are very well made and I am so impressed with how great they are and they seem like they will really last a long time!

E-mail me with questions or orders!

I will do invoices through PayPal

Orders will take about 3 weeks

Avery's Announcement

2009-08-02T16:16:00.004-05:00

Baby Girl Announcement (15)

NEW!! Monogrammed Bookmarkers/Paper clips

2009-07-28T15:09:00.002-05:00

NEW!! These are large paper clips that can also be used for a cute bookmarker!

Each clip measures 3 1/2 inches and the monogrammed button is a little over 1 inch

I made one for myself to see how it worked and I loved it! It never slipped out of my book while I was reading and it held my pages in place if I quickly had to put my book down to do something else.

Price: $3.50

E-mail me if you are interested in ordering ! I have 6 left right now but may be ordering more soon!

More Pacifier Clips!

2009-07-28T15:03:00.003-05:00

Ribbon: Apple Green and pink polka dots (double sided)

Price: $7
Brown and turquoise dots (double sided)
$7

In case you were wondering - this is what the back of the monogrammed button looks like, it has a clip attached to it!

Light blue with white tiny dots

Red and white baseballs

Brown and pink dots (2 sided)

Monogrammed Button Clips

2009-07-28T15:00:00.001-05:00

Monogrammed Button clips

These clips measure 2 inches long and the buttons measure a little over an inch

$3.50

Badge Clips & Keychains

2009-07-28T14:52:00.002-05:00

Here's a few orders recently completed

Special request (I'm loving this ribbon!) Zebra print ribbon keychain with monogram in hot pink!

$6.50
Hot pink and Lime ribbon keychain with lime monogram
$6.50

Monogrammed Badge Clip

Material black with blue and red dots
$7

Monogrammed Badge Clip
Zebra print with hot pink monogram

Monogrammed Badge Clips

Hot pink and with lime polka dots

Monogrammed Badge Clip

Lime Green with white dots

Monogrammed Badge Clip

Hot pink with lime polka dots

Monogrammed Badge Clip

Black with white monogram

Monogrammed Badge Clip

Light pink with small pink paisleys

Monogrammed Badge Clip

Pink and Brown paisley with brown monogram

**Discounts available on badge clips to shops/businesses or groups ordering together**

Baby Announcement in blue

2009-07-13T15:20:00.002-05:00

"Snakes & Snails" Announcement

2009-07-13T14:49:00.003-05:00

Sugar & Spice Baby Announcement

2009-07-12T23:00:00.003-05:00

Baby Everett's Announcement!

2009-07-09T21:29:00.005-05:00

Birth Announcement

4x6

NEW Baby Announcements

2009-07-09T01:05:00.004-05:00

Polka dots & Paisleys is now offering

Birth Announcements!!!!

I have many different designs, but this is my first sample to show!

Going. . .Going. . .GONE!!

2009-06-29T15:36:00.014-05:00

SALE!!!

on all in-stock

purses, diaper bags, duffle bags, wallets, jewlery bags, make up bags, garment bags

Polka dots & Paisleys is selling all in-stock bags so we can carry some new bags and more new products!!

HURY! Limited Quantities available!

*No monograms available on bags but if you live locally, I can recommend someone!
**Ship within 3 days**
http://www.polkadotsandpaisleys.com/
martha@polkadotsandpaisleys.com
**I will update this page as items sell out!**

was $19 now $17 - Baby Pink Toile Diaper Bag (1 in stock)

order HERE

was $17 now $14.50 - Solid Brown Make up bag (1 in stock)

order HERE

was $17.00 now $14.50 - Brown/Turquoise Paisley Makeup Bag (1 in stock)

order HERE

was $16.00 now $14.00 - Monogrammed Bible Cover

order HERE (SOLD OUT!!!!)

was $7.50 now $5.50 - Small Jewelry Bag

Pink and Brown Toile (1 in stock)

order HERE

was $19 now $16 - Ballerina quilted large duffle bag (1 in stock)

order HERE

was $15 now $10 - Blue Gingham Diaper Bag with flip-flops (1 in stock)

order HERE

was $17.00 now $14.50 - Brown/Turquoise Insulated Lunch Bag (1 in stock)

order HERE

was $17 now $14.50 -- Polka dot Duffle Bag

Brown with White polka dots (SOLD OUT!)

order HERE

was $18 now $15.50 -- Polka dot Garment Bag

Brown with Turquoise polka dots (1 in stock)

order HERE

WAS $18...NOW $14.75--- Brown and Pink Religious Purse

Please note: Verse on purses in stock is: Philipians 4:13 I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me

(2 in stock)

Order HERE

was $11.00 now $8.00 ---Get the wallet to match!!

Brown with white monogram (2 in stock)

Black with white monogram (1 in stock)

Verse on Wallets in stock: Philipians 4:13 - I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me

order HERE

was $16 now $14

Brown/Pink polka dot Diaper Bag (SOLD OUT!)

Brown/Turquoise Polka dot Diaper Bag (1 in stock)

Order HERE

was $18 now $15.50 --- Quilted Microfiber Backpack

Brown with brown/white polka-dotted ribbon (SOLD OUT!!!)

order HERE

was $11 now $5 -- Black/Navy Paisley Tote (SOLD OUT!!!)

order HERE

More Monogrammed Badge Clips

2009-06-29T15:19:00.003-05:00

Monogrammed Badge Clips!

Material number is under each picture

Prices:

Monogrammed Retractable Badge Clip: $7

Additional Monogrammed Buttons: $5

The buttons have velcro on the back so you can easily switch them out!!

Remember that I also have discounted prices for people who would like to order together or businesses

martha@polkadotsandpaisleys.com

Material #40

monograms above done in red and lime green
Material #23

Material #28 with brown monogram

Material #10 with lime green monogram

Material #38 with black monogram

Material #41 with purple monogram

material #1 with purple monogram

Materail #35

material #31 with hot pink monogram and turquoise monogram

Material #21 with hot pink monogram

Material #33

Material #25 with pink monogram

Material #37 with light blue monogram

Monogrammed Badge Clips

2009-05-30T13:48:00.008-05:00

Here are a few more monogrammed retractable badge clips I finished this week!

I have numbered each of the material samples to help make the ordering process more simple!

Descriptions are underneath each picture

Material #1 with hot pink monogram

Material #1 with turquoise monogram

Material #1 with hot pink monogram

Material #9 with brown monogram

Material #7 with black 3 letter monogram (circle)

Material # 1 with red 2 letter monogram

Material #15 (brown w/ pink dots) and Hot pink monogram

Material #6 with turquoise 2 letter monogram

Material #10 (hot pink with lime green dots) and Lime green monogram

Material #9 with navy blue monogram

Material #21 with pink monogram

Material #16 (light pink/brown) with brown 2 letter monogram

Material #17 (brown/light pink) with hot pink monogram

Material #41 with purple monogram

Material #22 with lime green monogram

Material #22 with hot pink monogram

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Monogrammed Retractable Badge Clips are $7 each

Additional Monogrammed Buttons are $5 each

Badge clips and buttons each have velcro on the back so you can easily switch out buttons every day!

I give discounted prices to businesses who would like to order to sell in their store as well as offices who would like to place their orders at the same time!

E-mail me if you are interested

Please E-mail me your orders or questions at

Martha@polkadotsandpaisleys.com

Monogrammed Gifts

2009-05-30T13:22:00.008-05:00

Oh the things you can do with monogrammed covered buttons!!!If you order a monogrammed button with a ponytail holder, you can use them for your flip flops...

For a ponytail, or even as the center of a bow!

These are monogrammed button clips...so cute!
Monogrammed Pacifier Clips

This shows the difference between sizes

The first one is a 1 1/2 inch button

Next: 1 1/8 inch button

Third one: 7/8 inch button

Monogrammed burp cloths with matching pacifier clips

This was one of the auctions I put in for a silent auction at our church! Congrats Mrs. Billie for winning:)

This "God's Girl" burp cloth is a new design and can be done in any color!

Monogrammed Brown/Pink polka dot bow

Infant bows

Monogrammed bib and Burp cloth (purple and lime green)

Monogrammed Onesie and Burp cloth (hot pink and lime green)

Monogrammed burp cloth with R initial and name in front done in chocolate brown ( a little lighter than the brown I usually use!) and rasberry/hot pink

Monogrammed Clips!

2009-05-07T15:10:00.005-05:00

Oh I just love finding new things to do with monogrammed buttons!

My friend Stephanie gave me this idea and asked me to make some for her little girl. She wanted them so she can pull her hair up on the side with a clip and it still be cute and someting different than a bow. I also made some monogrammed bows but didn't get any pictures!

These clips are about 2 inches long and the button is a little over an inch.

By the way did you know that you can order these monogrammed buttons with a ponytail holder, too?! They can be used for ponytails, as the center of bows, or even for flip flops!

And I just got another new idea of how to use covered buttons! Hope to share it soon....

Monogrammed Badge Clips!

2009-04-22T23:14:00.005-05:00

Monogrammed Retractable Badge Clips

24 inch retractable nylon cord
Metal pocket clip/belt clip fastener
Clear plastic loop-snap badge closure at cord end
I am so excited about these and had to post them! I got this cute idea from a nurse at my doctor's office! Her badge clip stood out to me as soon as I saw her:) I am making these badge clips with velcro on them to attach to the velcro on the back of the monogrammed buttons - So you can buy one retractable clip and as many buttons as you like! You can just switch the monogrammed buttons as you please! I have about 30 swatches of material to choose from, and I'm trying to figure out the best way to get them all pictured and available for you to choose from on my website. I have a lot of brown/pink material (including polka dots) and black/white material right now (because it matches the nurses scrubs at my doc's office...they're the first to order!:) I also have greens and zebra print.... Just e-mail me if you have questions!

PRICES
Monogrammed Retractable Badge clip: $7.00
Additional Monogrammed buttons: $5.00 each

**Discounts available for orders from the same office and stores**

Until I can add all the colors of material, please e-mail me your orders and questions!

Martha@polkadotsandpaisleys.com

GIRAFFE PRINT is BACK!

2009-04-10T19:33:00.003-05:00

I am SUPER excited because this company I order from JUST got in some new giraffe print bags!! They sold out of them within a few days last time and I only was able to order a few (which sold out within a week!). SO HERE'S your chance!!! E-mail me ASAP about which one you would like to order and I will send you an invoice via PayPal. I'd like to order these soon before they sell out!!

Giraffe Print Hobo Tote

Giraffe Print Hobo Tote

The 4 Bags pictured above are

GIRAFFE PRINT HOBO TOTE

12wx10hx5.5d

Colors: Black, lime, pink, red, turquoise, yellow

Price: $30.00 with FREE SHIPPING

Other info: cellphone pocket and extra pocket inside

one zippered pocket inside

dual compartment divided by zippered pocket

zippered pocket in the back

double handles

zipper closure

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Giraffe Print Small Tote

Giraffe Prit Small Tote

4 Pictures above: Giraffe Print Small Tote

9.5wx10hx8d

Price: $30 with FREE SHIPPING

Colors: Black, lime, pink, red, turquoise, yellow

Description: Cellphone Pocket and extra pocket inside

one zippered pocket inside

dual compartment divided by zippered pocket

a zippered pocket on the back

magnetic and zipper closure

silver hardware accents

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Giraffe Print Tote

The 4 Pictures above are the Giraffe Print tote

10wx10hx4.5d

Price: $30 with FREE SHIPPING!

Colors: Black, lime, pink, turquoise, yellow, red

Description: silver finish snatch hook

cell phone and extra pocket inside

one zippered pocket inside

dual compartment divided by zippered pocket

zippered pocket on the back

zipper closure

Martha@polkadotsandpaisleys.com

China

2009-02-27T09:34:00.001-06:00

We have friends who are adopting a little boy from China and they are there right now! I know they would really appreciate your prayers!!! You can stay updated on their trip by going to their blog!!

ORDER

2009-02-26T12:57:00.002-06:00

If you are interested in any of the bags I do not have in stock right now, I am making an order hopefully by the beginning of next week!! I've had a few requests for orders, so E-mail me if you have questions about any of them! martha@polkadotsandpaisleys.com

February 10

2009-02-11T00:26:00.002-06:00

Well, today is February 10th and the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act goes into effect!!! I found a very informative article on etsy.com and thought I would post it here! From reading this, it looks like I will just have to stop selling my pacifier clips. So, that's not quite as bad as I thought - I was afraid I'd have to stop selling ALL my children's products!! Thank goodness! There's lots of great links on here so I hope this helps with anyone's questions! ~Martha

Story by matt Published on February 10, 2009 in Craftivism
Photo by
SWANandHEN

Hello Friends,
It is February 10th, the day the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) goes into effect. Eek! Given all the hubbub of late, it is difficult to know precisely where we stand. If you'll allow me a moment of your time, I will try my best to provide a general overview of the current state of selling handmade and vintage items meant for children under the age of 12.
As always, I urge you to remember that we are not at all out of the woods on this one. Even thought the CPSC has announced a 1 year stay, you should keep the pressure on your representatives and make sure that your interests are being served. (This action kit has information for how to contact your elected officials.)
Frequently Asked Questions:
Q: Now that it's February 10th, do I have to stop selling children's Items that have not been tested for lead?
A: No, not at all. Before you start throwing your toys on the bonfire or hanging up your knitting needles, please understand that the CPSIA does not make it illegal to sell children's products. So what happens today? As of today, the new legal lead limit for products intended for children 12 years and younger has been reduced to 600ppm. On August 14th, 2009, the legal limit will drop to 300ppm. The new legal limit for Phthalates is 0.1% of the total weight of a children's product.
Q. What the heck are phthalates?
Phthalates are particularly nasty substances added to plastics to increase their flexibility.
Q. Do I need to have my goods tested by a third party testing facility?
At this point, manufacturers do not need to have third party testing or lead-free certification for their products, but are liable if their products contain more than the legal limit of lead or phthalates. This remains the case until February 10th, 2010. We are not yet sure what will happen one year from now. (Keep the pressure on!)
Q. Ok, I understand that my products do not need to have third party testing or certification at this point, but I know that I am also still liable. I want to make sure my items are safe for children because this is the right thing to do! How can I assure that my products do not have lead in them?
A.
Work in materials that you know are lead free.
Avoid zippers and other fasteners that may contain lead. Instead, use wood buttons or other natural materials.
Look to less expensive home testing technologies, especially XRF. Pool resources with other sellers in your area and test together to save money.
Q. What materials are recognized as lead-free by the CPSC?
The following materials are known by the CPSC to be inherently lead-free or are exempt, and can be used in their untreated/unpainted state without any risk of sanction or penalties by the Commission.
Precious gemstones: diamond, ruby, sapphire or emeralds
Semiprecious stones provided that the mineral or material is not based on lead and is not associated with any mineral based on lead
Natural or cultured pearls
Wood
Other natural materials including coral, amber, feathers, fur, and untreated leather
Surgical steel
Gold, of at least 10 karats
Silver, at least 925/1000 pure
Platinum, palladium, rhodium, osmium, iridium, and ruthenium
Yarn, dyed or undyed
Dyed or undyed textiles (cotton, wool, hemp, nylon, etc.), including children’s fabric products, such as baby blankets, and non‐metallic thread and trim. This does not include products that have rhinestones or other ornaments that may contain lead or that have fasteners with possible lead content (such as buttons, metal snaps, zippers or grommets).
Children’s books printed after 1985 that are conventionally printed and intended to be read, as opposed to used for play
Certain educational materials, such as chemistry sets
The Commission has also provided limited exclusions for products containing component parts that contain lead in excess of the 600ppm limit, specifically:
Components that are not accessible, that is cannot be reached by a small child’s finger or tongue. Paint and other coatings or electroplating are not considered barriers that make a component inaccessible.
Components of electronics devices intended for children that cannot be made inaccessible and cannot currently be made with a lead level that meets the limit.
Q. I am outside of the United States. Does the CPSIA apply to me?
A: Yes. If you are selling products to customers in the USA, you must be fully compliant with the CPSIA.
Q. Where do things stand for vintage sellers?
Vintage sellers are not required to test their products for lead and phthalates. However, you are liable should the products you sell be over the legal limits.
Further Resources:
- For more info, read the CPSC Small Business Guide or download the PDF.
- The Consumer Product Safety Commission is in charge of implementation and enforcement of the CPSIA. Visit their CPSIA landing page.
- You can sign up for CPSC email updates here.
- Keep informed on CPSC updates here.

WINNER!

2009-01-31T11:42:00.002-06:00

The winner is APRIL!!

CONGATULATIONS!!

Thanks for everyone who participated in my giveaway!!

Stay posted for more giveaways!

GIVEAWAY!!!!

2009-01-26T08:41:00.003-06:00

It's time for the Bloggy Giveaway Carnival!!!!!

WIN this Brown/Turquoise Paisley Jewelry Bag!

This jewelry bag is very small and flat. It measures 8 x 5 inches. It is perfect for travel and will fit easily in any travel bag!

TO ENTER: Just leave me a comment on this Post! You must leave a way for me to contact you, either through your blog, or leave me your e-mail address in your comment.

Contest is open to anyone in the United States. Shipping is FREE!!

Contest ends on Friday, January 30th at midnight C.S.T.

I will contact the winner on Saturday, January 31st. If the winner has not responded by Monday, February 2nd, a new winner will be chosen!

Click on this link to Bloggy Giveaways to enter some other awesome giveaways!!!

Insulated Lunch Bags and Polka dots!

2009-01-23T17:18:00.005-06:00

Hey!! I was so excited to see that there are some NEW bags that I can order!! The company I order from just got them in yesterday and I had to share the pictures with you! The bible covers are already all sold out except for black and white. SO...if you want to buy any of these items I have pictured, e-mail me ASAP! It looks like they are going FAST!! If I get enough orders, I will send each of you a PayPal invoice (for discounted price) and we can order them before they sell out!

How adorable are these two styles of INSULATED LUNCH BAGS?!

Style # 1 - 1st picture measures 10.5w x 8h x 5d

Style # 2 - 2nd and 3rd pictures measure 12w x 10h x 4d

They come in Turquoise/brown, pink/brown, pink/black, black/white

Pay before I make the order: $16.00

Grand Polka dots Backpack - 13x11x5

Pay Before I order: $17.00

comes in all same colors listed above

Grand Polka dots Diaper Bag with Changing Pad

Same colors listed above

Pay Before I order: $18.00

Grand Polka dots Bible Cover

ONLY Black/White in stock to order!!

Grand Polka dot Tote

10.5x10x7.5

Pay Before I order: $15

Pictured below are some other bags I just thought I would share to see if anyone was interested. E-mail me if you would like any more info.

Polka dots large Tote (canvas)

18x14x6

$15

Large Bucket Tote (canvas)

12x14x6

$13

Large Polka Dot Shopping bag (canvas)

12x12

ALSO, Giraffe Print Purses I should be able to order within the next couple weeks. If you would like to know as soon as they are back in stock, send me your e-mail address and I will let you know!!

Hollie?!

2009-01-23T00:52:00.003-06:00

UPDATE: Thanks Hollie for writing me back again!!

I just got an e-mail from someone named Hollie and I cannot get the e-mail through to her account. SO, if you're Hollie, could you e-mail me again? I must have the wrong address. Thanks!:)

P.S. - Remember that there's a GIVEAWAY coming up soon!!

go to http://www.bloggygiveaways.com/ if you would like to do a giveaway of your own!

Teutsch!

2009-01-19T17:50:00.002-06:00

Luke Teutsch, Jessica's brother, wrote a song the day after she died. He wrote it on Friday evening, recorded it, and it was played during her funeral on Sunday.

I found Luke Teutsch's website...he has a band called Teutsch! On his playlist, the first song is the one he wrote for his sister Jessica: www.myspace.com/luketeutsch

Bloggy Giveaways Carnival SOON

2009-01-19T10:24:00.004-06:00

There is this awesome site called Bloggy Giveaways that has giveaways every week all throughout the year. It helps promote online businesses. She has a HUGE giveway 4 times a year that anyone can sponsor a giveaway on their blog, even if you don't have a business. You just put a link on the post and you can do a giveaway however big or small. Last time I did a giveaway I had 300 people enter!!!! Talk about awesome! It was so finding new blogs and entering other awesome giveaways. AND I WON 2 of the giveaways!! I got a beautiful pair of earrings a fun Christmas surprise basket!!

So, it's time for another bloggy giveaway carnival starting next Monday! Go on over to her site and read the rules so you can participate! http://www.bloggygiveaways.com/

Her Life

2009-01-17T12:30:00.002-06:00

http://www.legacy.com/shreveporttimes/Obituaries.asp?Page=Lifestory&PersonId=122938655

http://www.mem.com/Story.aspx?ID=2810656

For Jessica...

2009-01-16T15:11:00.002-06:00

Arrangements are as follows:

Visitation - Saturday, 3-7PM at Hillcrest
Funeral - Sunday, 2PM at Faith Chapel, FBC Bossier

From our Church staff:
"You know our pastor's passion - to share the message of Christ with others. Instead of flowers, we have tentatively set up a fund in Jessica's name here at the church. Money given will go to share Christ with others. Once we have a more concrete direction for the funds, we will let you know."

Heaven

2009-01-15T12:58:00.005-06:00

Please pray for our pastor and his family. Their oldest daughter, Jessica, died in a car accident this morning. She was my sister's age and in her life she was these things....she was incredible...she lived her life for Christ...she had a beautiful singing voice...she was sweet...she was peaceful...she was loved....she's now with her Lord singing and dancing with the angels.....

"Then I saw a new heaven and a new earth, for the first heaven and the first earth had passed away, and there was no longer any sea. I saw the Holy City, the new Jerusalem, coming down out of heaven from God, prepared as a bride beautifully dressed for her husband. And I heard a loud voice from the throne saying, 'Now the dwelling of God is with men, and He will live with them. They will be His people, and God Himself will be with them and be their God. He will wipe away every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away.'" Revelation 21:1-4

Getting Married Soon??

2009-01-13T01:39:00.003-06:00

Just thought I'd let you know that one of my really great friends, Maureen,...who is an amazing photographer...just started a new website and blog...and in honor of it, she's having an awesome ONE DAY SALE for weddings! So hurry up and go check it out! http://www.maureenwilkinson.com/blog/

And if you go to her website... I saw that my family has a couple pictures that made it to the photo gallery!! My hunk of a husband is on there as well as my sweet baby boy...and even my (used to be) pregnant belly. There's a couple pictures under "Family" section and one of our family in "Commercial" section.

Ribbon Keychains

2009-01-09T00:45:00.002-06:00

I've kept meaning to post pictures of these Ribbon Keychains one of my customers ordered for Christmas gifts! I thought they turned out super cute and it gave me a chance to see how different my products look when I use my new camera!!:)

Out of Business??!!

2009-01-08T00:44:00.002-06:00

As of now, on February 10th I will no longer be able to sell the baby items I have been selling...pacifier clips, burp cloths, etc.

I just found out about this law that has been passed and I thought I would cut and paste an entry from my friend Destiny's Blog...from Little Lambs and Lilies

Look out for National Bankruptcy Day on Feb. 10, 2009. That's what its being called because hundred and thousands of companies big and small will be affected or forced out of business due to this Crazy Law--the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA). Read more here.

It all started last year when we had that big lead scare in children's toys--that all came from China, by the way. So, now Congress is passing this law that prohibits the sale of ALL children's items intended for children 12 and under unless they have received a General Conformity Certificate (GCC). This mean that each product sold will have to go through a testing process that costs an insane amount of money for each product.

This CPSIA does not show favoritism to large or small companies. Even small business (like mine and so many of my friend's) will have to conform to this law. It is going to force WAHMs (work at home mom's) out of business. Let's just say that a mom has a business making custom clothing like dresses. She will have to have the dress tested (fabric, buttons, etc.) for a total of about $1, 400. And, from what I understand the test product will be destroyed. For a dress that retails for around $40-60 what good is that going to do? Then if she wants to change the color or fabric of the dress she'll have to go through the whole process again!

NOW--don't get me wrong....I'm all for protecting our children!!!! But, I think the law has been written poorly. But, why can't they go to the source of the problem (china)?? Instead it is taking away opportunity of American artisans/craftsman to pursue their passion.

A mother who desires to stay home with her children and at the same time work to earn a little extra income should have that right. Isn't it good to support handmade products once in awhile instead of the toys, clothing, art, etc that are mass produced?

Big companies will be able to afford to get the testing done and I'm not sure how they will be affected. (or will we be affected by their prices going up????? just a thought) But small companies and the wholesale companies they buy from will.

No more buying and selling toys, clothes, books "for children under 12" on ebay, etsy, etc....

As if our economy wasn't in enough trouble already, let's make it a little worse!!

(Can you tell I'm upset about this???)

By the way..there's a $100,000 fee if you are caught selling these items!!!!

Here are a few more links about this subject:

http://www.handmadetoyalliance.org/

http://info.hktdc.com/productsafety/200811/psl_toys_081103.htm

How can you help?

http://www.ipetitions.com/petition/economicimpactsofCPSIA/index.html

http://capwiz.com/americanapparel/issues/alert/?alertid=12274476

http://www.buyhandmade.org/

Happy New Year!

2008-12-30T13:40:00.002-06:00

I hope everyone had a great Christmas!! We had a wonderful Christmas! The sale on ALL bags is still going on at my website and will end on Friday. So, hurry and order your bags before the sale ends! I will have another giveaway in January, so stay posted! Also, I have pictures to post, so when I find the time to get them on my computer, I'll add them to the blog!

Also, I saw a lady in the doctor's office today when I was bringing my son in for a check-up and she had the same exact brown toile diaper bag as I did! Isn't that funny?! So, I found out she got her bag from a boutique in town and they were charging I think $12 more for the bag than I sell it for. (And I forgot to ask your name, so if you are visiting my blog, thanks for stopping by! I hope your sweet boy is feeling better!:)

I have been price checking lately to make sure mine are the lowest around...especially on the giraffe print bags. They are selling for between $50-$58 in the places I've seen! WOW! So, mine are less than 1/2 that price! I love it!:) I'm sure some stores are able to buy their bags for less than I do, if they are a bigger company, but I love to see when other people charge more for their bags than I do - I want ya'll to always be getting the best deal!!:)

Giraffe Print Anyone?!

2008-12-13T16:11:00.003-06:00

**UPDATE** These are now SOLD OUT!!

I have 3 giraffe print bags in stock! These are the two styles:

Giraffe Print Large Tote

11w x 12h x 10deep

Cellphone Pocket & Extra Pocket Inside

One Zippered Pocket Inside

Magnetic Snap Closure

Silver Hardware Accents

**1 brown in stock**
$23.00

#2 Giraffe Print Hobo Bag

16w x 10h x 6deep

Zipper Closure

Cellphone Pocket & Extra Pocket Inside

One Zippered Pocket Inside

Dual Compartment Divided by Zippered Pocket

Double Handles

$22.00
**2 Brown in stock**

It looks like I can order more of these if I need to! The colors are Pewter, Green, Fuschia(only in 2nd bag)

I have not added these to my website yet, so please e-mail me if you are interested and let me know which bag you would like to purchase. I can send you an invoice through PayPal.

Christmas SALE!!!

2008-12-11T23:42:00.002-06:00

MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!

All diaper bags, makeup bags, jewelry bags, wallets, and more are on sale!!! If you order your item without the monogram, it will be shipped within 2 business days.

Visit www.polkadotsandpaisleys.com to order!

**No more personalized orders are being accepted until the 1st of January**

Polka dots!

2008-12-05T20:11:00.000-06:00

I have these two bags in stock as well as two in brown with white polka dots!!

Order for Christmas!

2008-12-02T02:27:00.005-06:00

I just finished updating my website...remember to order for Christmas by FRIDAY!!!!!

After next Thursday, I will have bags available again to order that do not sell at the show I'm participating in!

How cute is this makeup bag?!Here's some pictures of new products!!!

go to www.polkadotsandpaisleys.com to order!!

www.polkadotsandpaisleys.com

martha@polkadotsandpaisleys.com

NEW BAGS and Christmas Orders!

2008-11-30T23:39:00.002-06:00

As you know, I have only been accepting orders on the 1st and 2nd of each month. However, I'm extending the order time this month due to TWO reasons...First, It's CHRISTMAS TIME!!! and Second, I have a new order of bags in and with Thanksgiving last week, I haven't had time to upload them yet! So, personalized orders will be accepted on these dates:

Monday, December 1 - Friday, December 5

I will be participating in a show next week but anything that does not sell at the show I will have available to order again by next Friday, December 12.

Merry Christmas!!

We Need Your Help

2008-11-09T15:12:00.004-06:00

My husband and his friend (who are both firefighters) are starting a mowing business - as a side job!! With this new business starting, we wanted to think of an awesome name for their business! ANY IDEAS?!

Need a Christmas Gift??

2008-11-08T22:24:00.000-06:00

Well, with the Holiday season coming up quickly, I was wondering if any of you have been thinking about Christmas gifts....like I have been!! My inventory is very low at the moment, so I'm thinking about making one big order before Christmas. If you see anything on my blog or website that is sold out or may not be in the color you would like, please e-mail me! I'll check to see if they are still in stock at the company and we'll get an order together!

I may order in a couple of weeks. Once I recieve your request, I will require at least 1/2 of the payment before making the order. I can't wait to hear from you!!

And the NEW winner is....

2008-11-04T21:15:00.002-06:00

Melissa B.!!

My first winner still hasn't responded, so I used a random number generator to choose a new winner! Melissa...I have already e-mailed you and if I hear back from you by tomorrow night, then the bag is YOURS!! If not, I'll choose a new winner....

And the Winner Is....

2008-10-30T22:01:00.003-05:00

WINNER of the BROWN TOILE TOTE!!!

First let me say that this giveaway was SOOOO much fun! Thank you so much to EVERYONE who entered! I loved reading all your comments and have been trying to go to most of your blogs! I may be doing another giveaway really soon!!!!:)

I used a random number generator online and this is the person whose comment lined up with the same number chosen

Jacqueline in Atlanta said...
That is a darling purse. I love polka dotted anything and the toile is so fresh and new looking (even though it's old-fashioned, ha).Thanks for having the giveaway!

Congratulations Jacqueline!!!!!

GIVEAWAY!!!!

2008-10-26T13:50:00.007-05:00

In honor of the Bloggy Carnival going on this week, I decided to have another giveaway!!

You could WIN this Brown Toile Tote!!

This could be used as a purse or even as a really small diaper bag if you only needed to carry diapers, wipes, and a bottle or cup!

- It measures approx. 10 inches wide, 9 inches tall, and 4 inches deep

- It has one small pocket in the front outside

- Inside is brown gingham lined with 4 pockets

GIVEAWAY INFO:

1. To enter the contest simply put a comment on this post with your name and e-mail address or a link to your blog

2. You must live in the United States to enter

3. Shipping is FREE!!

4. If the winner did not leave any contact information or if the winner does not respond within 4 days, then a new winner will be chosen.

5. You must enter the contest by Thursday, October 30th at 9:00 pm. The winner will be notified on October 31st.

Faith's Bows

2008-10-23T23:47:00.002-05:00

Here are some toddler size bows I made for Faith!

This one is solid brown with white center and 3 letter monogram

$4.50 total

Pink solid bow with "Faith" monogrammed

$4.50 total
Christmas bows
$2.75 each

White solid, Light Navy with shocking pink center, white with black polka dots

$2.50 for solid colors and

$2.75 for printed ribbon Hope you enjoy your bows sweet Faith!!

Bags!

2008-10-21T22:45:00.002-05:00

Here's 3 bags I have that are not added to my website yet, but you can e-mail me if you would like to order them!

Brown and Turquoise Quilted Solid Tote

$12

Monogram: add $7.00

Blue gingham Diaper Bag with Pink trim and Pink ribbon with flip flops printed

$17 (if monogrammed, add $7)

21 inch Pink Gingham Duffle Bag with ballet slippers

E-mail me for the price

Polka dot Font Burpcloths

2008-10-21T22:40:00.002-05:00

These are both the "Boston style" polka dot font burpcloths

They were done in Navy Blue and Red

Cookies and Cups

2008-10-13T23:23:00.005-05:00

A shower for Kaegan!

This Sunday I went to my friend Tiffany and her husband Marty's shower for a boy they are adopting from China soon! They are thrilled! They will hopefully be able to go and get him before Christmas. My friend Kristy was in charge of the cookies and cake and found the link to Sweet Treats Baking from my blog! Donna just started this business recently and makes the most amazing cookies! I thought everything turned out adorable!

She even made these cute cupcakes and Lion cake! Everything was delicious!
My camera didn't cooperate, so this is the only picture I have of Marty and Tiffany opening gifts!

I thought I'd share this fun idea that I used for my gift!

I bought these insulated cups at Target. It has a paper insert that a child can color to "make it their own."

I cut material to the same shape as the paper, monogrammed his name on the material, and here are the finished products!
They only had 2 left at Target or I would have snagged a bunch for my sweet boy! It will make keeping track of his sippy cup a lot easier when he's in the nursery or we're with a bunch of other children!

Diaper Bag, Burpcloths, etc.

2008-10-12T21:59:00.003-05:00

Here's a few orders that were recently completed!

This diaper bag was so pretty! Sorry, but it's already sold out!

2 Burp cloths and a pacifier clip

Ribbon Keychain in yellow with white dots and purple monogram

Turquoise and Brown small backpack and Burpcloth done in "acadia polkadot"

I love this verse!

1 Samuel Burpcloth

A few pictures I found

2008-10-06T23:40:00.002-05:00

I was going through pictures and found some orders I had not posted on my blog yet! So, these were finished within the last few months...

Monogrammed Covered Button with ponytail holder

See website for pricing....

E-Bay

2008-09-29T14:54:00.001-05:00

Hey Everyone! I have 2 listings on E-bay. They both have 3 days left and no bids so far...so you can go check them out and get a great deal!

Bible Cover & Diaper Bag:

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT&item=140270442427

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT&item=140270447433

A few orders

2008-09-24T23:50:00.003-05:00

I made this bow for a little girls' first birthday party...I couldn't believe the whole name fit! I was so excited!:)

Burp cloths recently completed...

This burp cloth is done in the polka dot font monogram and the pink and apple green monogrammed pacifier clip to match!

And the winner is....

2008-09-24T23:48:00.001-05:00

The winner of the Fall bow is: russ, anna and pepper!!!!

CONGRATULATIONS!!

Thanks everyone for entering and be looking for another giveaway in October!

GIVEAWAY!!!!!!

2008-09-21T22:03:00.003-05:00

September Giveaway!

Fall Bow

This drawing is for a Fall bow!

If your name is drawn you can choose a large, medium, or toddler Fall bow! This one pictured is the large size.

Instructions to enter:

1. Leave a comment on this post- if you do not have a link to your blog, please put your e-mail address on here or e-mail it to me. In your comment, let me know what size you would like to get if you win!

2. Please enter giveaway by Wednesday night, September 23 at 9:00 pm!

Mmmm I do so LOVE having these giveaways! Can't wait to hear from you!

And...Destiny from Little Lambs and Lilies is also having a giveaway...go check it out before Thursday!!!

FIREPROOF-The Movie

2008-09-20T21:56:00.001-05:00

On Friday, September 26,FIREPROOF will open in more than 800 theaters nationwide. The new moviefrom the creators of Facing the Giants is an action-packed love storyabout a firefighter, his wife ... and a marriage worth rescuing!

While this faith-based film is flying under the Hollywood radar screen,real people in real communities across the country are rallying behind it.In fact, it will open in 95 more cities than originally planned thanks tolocal people buying 1,000 tickets to bring it there!

I don't know when I've been more excited about the opening of a movie. I hope you will see FIREPROOF on its opening weekend. Hollywood judges amovie based on how it does in its first three days, so it's important togo September 26-28.

If you want more information, go to FireprooftheMovie.com. See you at themovies!

Wholesale

2008-09-12T22:32:00.001-05:00

Be looking for a new Wholesale Section coming soon on my website!

Sale Ending soon

2008-09-07T00:41:00.000-05:00

The SALE on bags will be ending on September 12th!!!

Which means.....there will be another giveaway soon!!

2008-08-31T17:34:00.004-05:00

New Bags!

2008-08-13T15:26:00.002-05:00

Here's a few new items that haven't been added to my site yet...if you want any of these before I add them, just e-mail me!

Green and Black bible cover

Lime/Blue/Pink paisley insulated lunch bag $17

Lime/Blue/Pink Paisley Diaper Bag with zipper closure and comes with changing pad.

I thought this bag turned out cute monogrammed! I don't have any more of these in stock...sorry!

Burp Cloths

2008-08-13T15:20:00.001-05:00

Here's a few burp cloths I finished recently!

SALE!

2008-08-06T13:57:00.003-05:00

**SALE**

Diaper bags, duffle bags, wallets, purses, and backpacks!

www.polkadotsandpaisleys.com

Limited amounts of each!

Order Schedule...

2008-08-06T13:13:00.004-05:00

Hey sweet customers!

Just wanted to let you know that I have decided that I will only be accepting orders on personalized and custom made items 2 days a month. You will only be able to order these from my website on the 1st and 2nd of each month!

SO, for August, I will accept orders until August 13th.

Next time to order will be September 1-2.

EXCEPTIONS:

*Any type of bag, purse, cosmetic case, wallet, bible cover, etc. can be ordered at ANY TIME and if ordered without a monogram can be shipped within 3 business days!!

*Children's clothing can be ordered throughout the month by e-mailing me

*large orders of the same item (such as bags, cosmetic cases...) can be ordered throughout the month by e-mailing me.

Note on Children's clothing:

I am ordering children's clothing this weekend, so please e-mail me with what you would like! I will send you an invoice through PayPal for these. I will require half of the cost before I make the order and then I will bill you for the final amount plus shipping once the outfits are almost ready to be shipped!

Notes on E-mail:

- I am always accepting e-mails throughout the month

- PLEASE check your spam folder if you have not received an e-mail back from me!! Sometimes my e-mails end up in that folder! If you have not heard from me within 24 hours, e-mail me again...just in case I didn't get your e-mail or you have not gotten my reply e-mail

FREE photographer!

2008-07-28T23:01:00.003-05:00

OK all my out-of-town customers and friends! Here's an offer you definitely can't pass up...Is anyone getting married next year and want an incredible photographer for FREE?!?!

Go to this link to read the rules and what you will get if you win this Destination Wedding Contest from Wilkinson Photography!

P.S. - This is valued at $6,000 dollars!

ENTER by September 1st...

2008-07-24T22:42:00.001-05:00

Children's Clothing!!!!!

2008-07-01T23:52:00.010-05:00

I am so excited to announce that I will now be even more children's clothing! I have been only carrying boys longalls and have gotten many requests for boys jon jons and girls dresses. So, here are pictures of my first outfits...pre-monogrammed

These clothes are handmade and lined! I can sell these items:

jon jons

pillowcase dress - all gingham dresses come with white ribbon

aline apron tops (and bloomers to match)

Aline dresses (not pictured)

pantaloons (ankle length or calf/knee length)

Pants or shorts for boys

Colors:

In gingham, I will usually have the 1/16 gingham (smaller sqares) but I can also get the 1/8 gingham (which are a little bit bigger squares).

These are the gingham colors you can choose in either 1/16 gingham or 1/8 gingham

blue/white

green/white

black/white

orange/white

pink/white

purple/white

yellow/white

red/white

These colors only come in 1/8 gingham:

lime/white

hot pink/white

Also, you can order solid colors

Red Cordury

Black

Brown

White

Hot Pink

Denim

Green

Light Blue

Light Purple

Lime Green

Navy Blue

Orange

White

Yellow

Tan

Royal Blue

Red

Pink

All of these colors are an additional $2-$4 except the white.

Sizes:

12 months, 18 months, 2T, 3T, 4T

Prices:

As of now...

girls' dresses with monogram are $26.00

boy's jon jons with monogram are $27.50

boys longalls with monogram $28.50
Girls bloomers $18.50
boys shorts $15.50
boys pants $17.00
girls pantaloons $18.50

Shipping time may take up to 6 weeks. E-mail me if you are interested in any of these!

And the winner is. . .

2008-06-26T23:15:00.001-05:00

MELISSA!!!

Congratulations girl!

Thanks to everyone who entered:)

JUNE GIVEAWAY

2008-06-21T13:06:00.002-05:00

Enter to WIN this Bible Cover!!

Description:

Turquoise and Lime Paisley Bible Cover with polka dot ribbon

(The picture does not really accurately show the colors)

To Enter just put a comment on this post. Make sure you also have your e-mail address. You can either put this with your comment or e-mail it to me.

Shipping is included to anyone in the US!

Enter this giveaway by Thursday, June 26th at 9:00pm

Winner will be notified on Friday!

GOD BLESS!!!

Updated Website

2008-06-13T17:27:00.003-05:00

Well, HEY everyone! I've just updated my website! I've got some new diaper bags in and I have 3 different colors of the Toile Diaper bag with polka dots that has been sold out for months. Hope to hear from you soon!

Bring the Rain

2008-06-13T17:22:00.002-05:00

I just found this amazing blog and thought you might want to check it out click on this link to visit. Make sure you have some time to read it, I was up until almost 2 am the first night I found it! And, get some tissues ready, because you're going to cry. The girl who writes this blog is married to a singer from the group Selah. Let me know what you think if you read it!

Orders

2008-05-18T22:15:00.002-05:00

For those of you who have been patiently waiting...I will be accepting orders through my website on June 5th. Please expect your orders to take at 2-4 weeks to be completed due to the large amount of orders that are coming in!

Also, I'm so sorry for not being able to respond quickly to e-mails I have received over this past month. We were without internet for about 3 weeks and then busy with moving. Thanks for your understanding!

I had a wonderful time at the Home Show this weekend! I really enjoyed seeing customers face-to-face since I'm not always able to meet everyone who orders on my website!! I met some great people and there were some really neat businesses there. Here are some websites you should check out!

http://www.latedadesigns.com/ - Beautiful distressed frames!

http://www.writeaway.com/ - neat stationary! I orderd some waterproof labels to use on sippy cups! I can't wait to get them in!

http://www.dipsy-doodle-designs.blogspot.com/ - handpainted frames, lampshades, crosses - so cute!

http://www.3littlemonkeysboutique.com/ - adorable children's clothing

Also there wre Beadazzeled, and Trois Jolie Filles which both had great stuff...they don't have websites though. I think there is going to be another Home Show close to Christmas. If you would like to be notified about the date, you can always e-mail me or send me your mailing address.

You are Invited!

2008-05-10T23:11:00.001-05:00

I am participating in a homeshow on Saturday!

May 17th from 9-2

www.homeshowbc.blogspot.com

Hope to see you there!

Finished orders

2008-04-18T09:32:00.003-05:00

I just thought I would post a few orders I have completed recently! I'm still not accepting any new orders. By the way, I don't know if I've said this yet, but my customers are amazing! I love when you custom order items to be made they way you want! It's great getting new ideas!

No orders!

2008-04-06T22:17:00.003-05:00

We are in the process of selling our house and moving!

Because of this....

I am not accepting any orders on burp cloths, key chains, pacifier clips, bows, bibs, covered buttons or onesies until further notice.

However, you CAN order any in-stock bags, cosmetic cases, or bible covers and they can still be monogrammed.

Please e-mail me with any questions!

I'm sorry if this is an inconvenience.

WINNERS!

2008-04-02T22:32:00.002-05:00

Congratulations to

Ashlie

Kelli

Angela

You each won 2 luggage tags!!

I will post pictures of new designs soon!

March Giveaway!

2008-03-31T11:13:00.008-05:00

Oh my...how did March fly by so quickly?! Well, so since this giveway is on the very last day I will draw 3 winners!! Each winner will get 2 laminated luggage tags!

I made quite a few new desings for birthday party favors this weekend, but I have not had the chance to add pictures yet. As soon as I draw the winners, I will add pictures of all the designs I have done for luggage tags so far.

To Enter:

Leave a comment on this post with your e-mail address (or e-mail it to me!) or with an open profile for blogger

For all 3 winners:

1. All 3 winners will receive 2 laminated luggage tags

2. Tags can be personalized for you, for a friend, or for a gift. Whatever you want!

3. Tags can also be designed in many different prints and colors and fonts. I have fleur de lis, paisleys, crowns, polka dots, stripes, baseballs...just for some examples.

4. Shipping is FREE!

All entrants must leave a comment by April 2 at 7:00 p.m.

I will contact the winners that night!

If I do not have any contact information for you, I will have to draw another winner.

Luggage Tags and Bags

2008-03-20T22:50:00.005-05:00

New Luggage Tags!

I made all these for my friend Melissa....thanks for being my first order! I'm sure she doesn't want everyone seeing her address, so that's why there's a white piece of paper on each tag:)

I am trying to make it work on my website where you can get a discount if you order more than one. So, until I add these, e-mail me if you are interested in ordering. And, e-mail me if you have a design idea!

Black & White

Blue & Black polka dots

Blue trim with blue paisleys in background

Green and Pink trim

I also got some new things in! I have a limited amount, these can all be ordered through my website!

This comes in either pink and brown or turquoise and brown

I have this cosmetic case in both pink and brown OR turquoise and brown

I got 2 garment bags! These match perfectly to the polka dot cosmetic cases and the polka dot duffle bag (with large polka dots).

Luggage Tags!!!

2008-03-15T23:38:00.004-05:00

I have made my first luggage tag!

This tag is laminated and has a loop to go on your luggage. This will be perfect for luggage or bags that cannot be monogrammed. This will be great to help your bag stand out at the baggage claim in the airport.

Polka dots!

I can print a name, initials, or name and address on this luggage tag.

$6.00

This is my only design at the moment..I have more coming soon!! I also may have discounts for larger orders if you would like to use them as party favors or bridesmaid's gifts.

E-mail me with questions or suggestions!!

Onesies, Paci Clips, Burp cloths

2008-03-13T10:11:00.002-05:00

Matchining onesie, paci clip, and burp cloth

Onesie: $8.00
PaciClip:$7.00
Burpcloth:$9.00

Two new ribbons I used for pacifier clips
$4.50 each

Monogrammed pacifier clips
$7.00 each

Burpcloth with monogram and ribbon
$8.00
(Font in Kid Block)

Monogrammed Onesies
$8.00 each
(monogram in Curly Q)

ORDERING TOMORROW!

2008-03-11T12:03:00.002-05:00

If you have any requests for bags, diaper bags, or cosmetic cases E-mail me! I am making an order tomorrow morning!

Hopefully I will be able to order items with gingham and toile prints at the end of the month or beginning of April.

Bags, Burp cloths, Paci clips

2008-03-03T12:20:00.004-06:00

Here's a few bags that were recently embroidered:

Brown toile diaper bag with monogram. This is done in BRODY font. This font looks good on bags with a print because it is thicker.

Brown quilted diaper bag

Monogram done in CAROLINE font

Brown quilted diaper bag with pink accents

Monogram done in CURLZ font

Pacifier Clips $4.50 each

Burpcloth done in Polka dot font

Colors: Black and Blue

Insulated Lunch Bags Possible ORDER!

2008-02-29T22:46:00.005-06:00

I have gotten SOO many requests for the paisley print insulated lunch bags that I carry. They have been out of stock since before Christmas and will not be back in stock until MAY! I know. . . It seems like FOREVER!!!

So, I found another company that makes some really cute insulated lunch bags. I am posting pictures of them before I decide to order. If you see one you like, E-mail me: martha@polkadotsandpaisleys.com . I plan to make the order in the first week in March.

I have numbers listed under each bag.

Lunch bag 1

Lunch Bag 2

Lunch bag 3

Lunch Bag 4

Lunch Bag 5

Lunch Bag 6

Lunch Bag 7

Lunch Bag 8

Back in Service!

2008-02-24T15:07:00.002-06:00

My machine has been fixed! I am a little backed up on my orders, but I'm still accepting new ones!

Machine down

2008-02-19T20:56:00.002-06:00

My machine is not working at the moment. HOPEFULLY it will be fixed tomorrow! If you have any questions, please e-mail me.

Canton and Luggage Tags

2008-02-19T20:48:00.002-06:00

Just a note. . .

Canton

I am sending most of my bags to Canton, Texas next week. I have a friend who has a booth and she is taking my bags to sell every month. Whatever doesn't sell I will add back to the inventory on my website. I am sending the bags next Tuesday, so if you know of a bag you want, e-mail me or you can order from my website before then!

Luggage Tags

I have some new luggage tags coming soon! These will be great for traveling or to put on bags that cannot be monogrammed or that you don't have monogrammed. Hopefully I will be able to post them in the next two weeks:)

1st Winner!

2008-02-16T21:21:00.002-06:00

Congratulations Candy! You won the wallet!!!

I wrote every person's name on a piece of paper who entered the contest, folded them up, mixed them up and then let my husband draw a name. Just so you know how I chose the winner:)

Thanks for all the participants!

1st GIVEAWAY!

2008-02-14T13:54:00.004-06:00

Happy Valentine's Day!

WIN a FREE Wallet!

Enter to WIN this Turquoise and Brown Striped Wallet

You can keep it for yourself or give it as a gift!

All you have to do to enter this giveaway is leave a comment on this post by Saturday, February 16th at 9:00 p.m.!

I have to be able to contact you if you win so make sure you have your name and e-mail address in your comment! If you have a blog, I can contact you through that if your profile is open. I will take comments until 9:00 p.m. (central time) on Saturday, February 16. I will put all the names together and draw a winner! I will contact the winner by Sunday morning and I should have the winner's name posted by Sunday afternoon.

Anyone in the United States can enter this contest! I will also cover the cost of shipping!
And, the more people who enter, the more likely I am to have a giveaway or one-day sale more than just once a month!

Pacifier Clips

2008-02-11T23:22:00.001-06:00

So, I finally made them! Here are the two types of pacifier clips I will now be offering. I have so many types of ribbon that I could make pretty much any color you would like! The ribbons I used with these clips pictures have two sides of polka dots!

The end has a loop sewn on the end instead of a snap or velcro. I did this for a few reasons:
First, you don't have to worry about the snap or velcro coming off or getting worn and you don't have to worry that your baby will pull the pacifer off the ribbon.
Second, I'm hoping this will make the clips fit all types of pacifiers
Third, I can sell them to you for a MUCH cheaper price!

Prices may change, but I have listed what I think they will be.

Monogrammed Covered Button Pacifier Clip

This will be the regular size I will make, but I can also make a smaller one for new babies with a thin ribbon and smaller covered button. There is a clip on the back of the button to attach to baby's clothing. $7

Pacifier Clip or Toy Clip

The clip on this has a plastic center so that it does not damage baby's clothing! This one can also be used for toys. It can be attached to baby's clothing, carseat, or stroller. $4.50

All you do to attach the pacifier is the following:

1. Put the loop through your pacifier

2. Put the clip through the loop

3.Pull the ribbon tight

New Items!

2008-02-08T23:13:00.000-06:00

I got some new products in today and I just had to post pictures! I also have included 2 burp cloths and 2 bows I recently made. . . .

Most of these products are already added to my website! If you cannot find an item, please e-mail me: martha@polkadotsandpaisleys.com

Quilted Solid Black Diaper Bag

$18

Quilted Solid Brown and Pink Diaper Bag
$18

Garment Bags!

I made a special order of this quilted blue toile garment bag for one of my customers. These come in many different colors of toile and they also come in other prints including polka dot. If you are interested, e-mail me!

These garment bags fold out to 20x24. They zip up and have handles at the top.

$18

NEW! Paisley Print Bible Covers

Turquoise and Brown Paisley Bible Cover

$16

Pink and Brown Paisley Bible Cover

$16

Lime and Turquoise Paisley Bible Cover

$16

Turquoise and Brown Quilted Backpack

$17

Brown and Turquoise 3 piece Cosmetic Set

$16

Firetruck Burp cloth

with monogram - $11

Polka dot font Burp cloth

$10

Pink Bow with Green monogram

Emma Kate Style Bow (with 2 1/4 inch ribbon)

Purple Gingham Longalls with LSU monogram

$16

Bags

2008-02-05T20:49:00.000-06:00

Diaper Bags!

Turquoise and Brown Quilted Diaper bags are in! I also have Brown and Pink and Black and white! I don't have pictures taken yet, but I will add them soon.

Bible Covers?

I have found some paisley print bible covers. They are designed like my toile bible covers and the print is the same as my paisley insulated lunch bags. They come in pink/brown, turquoise/brown, and lime/turquoise. If you are interested in these, please e-mail me and let me know what color you would like before I make my order: martha@polkadotsandpaisleys.com

Pacifier Clips

Coming soon. . . I'm making some new pacifier clips...stay posted! Thanks Allison and Destiny for such a CUTE idea! I can't wait to see how these turn out!!

Giveaways!

2008-02-01T21:10:00.000-06:00

It's a new month and I have decided I am going to try something new.Once a month I will have a GIVEAWAY or a One Day Sale! I will not be announcing what day it will be on, so you have to keep checking this blog!

Info:

For One Day Sales: I will post on my blog what product is for sale that day. You will have exactly 24 hours to take advantage of the sale!

For Giveaways: I will post on my blog an item that I will giveaway! All you have to do to enter is leave a comment on that post. I will give between 1 and 3 days to enter the contest. I will then put all names together and draw a winner! I will also cover the cost of shipping on the item.

Lost e-mails....

2008-02-01T21:02:00.000-06:00

I have been having trouble with my e-mail over the past month! I know of 3 instances where my e-mails have not gone through to customers. I am SO sorry about this...

So, I have created a new e-mail address! martha@polkadotsandpaisleys.com
Hopefully this one will work better!! If you have written me an e-mail and have not received a reply, please write me again! Chances are I have not gotten your e-mail.

Feedback?!

2008-01-30T09:18:00.000-06:00

Your Feedback

I would love to hear some feedback from you about my website or after you have gotten an order! Let me know if you like, dislike, hate, or LOVE your purchase! If you have any suggestions please let me know. You can
e-mail me: polkadotsandpaisleys@yahoo.com or info@polkadotsandpaisleys.com
sign my Guestbook at http://www.polkadotsandpaisleys.com/
or post comments on my blog!

Turquoise and Brown!

2008-01-30T09:10:00.000-06:00

I have ordered some Turquoise and Brown Quilted Diaper Bags! These have been sold out for a few months. If you are interested, please contact me! I will add them to my site as soon as they come in.

New Items!

2008-01-24T22:33:00.000-06:00

Brown and Blue Polka dot Laptop Case

Plenty of inside pockets!

$25

Measures 16 x 12

Double Compartments

Pockets inside

Zippered pocket on outside in front and in back

Zippered closure

Detachable strap included

Boy Monogrammed Bib

I have various colors. I will be adding these to my site soon!

This is the monogram I usually use for boys

Brown Toile Tote : $16

This can be used as a tote, purse, or small diaper bag!

Quilted Multi Stripe Diaper Bag in Turquoise and Brown

$24

Comes with changing pad

3 pockets in front on the outside

Quilted multi stripe wallet in Turquoise and Brown

$12

Quilted Multi Stripe Small Jewelry Bag in Turquoise and Brown

$11

Opens up and has many pockets inside

This is small - it measures 8 x 5 1/2

Bags and Keychains

2008-01-19T21:39:00.000-06:00

Brown Polka dot Luggage Duffel bag with wheels

$37

This bag has a handle that can be pulled up and it has wheels on the bottom so that it can be pulled behind you!

This bag cannot be monogrammed

I only have ONE left!

Brown gingham duffel bag with monogram

Brown with teal polka dots Keychain

Keychain:Brown with pink polka dots
$5

Embroidery!

2008-01-17T22:49:00.000-06:00

Well, it looks like we won't be moving...so I will be accepting orders now!

Embroidery

2008-01-10T10:12:00.000-06:00

No New Embroidery Orders

I will not be accepting any new embroidery orders for the time being. It will be at least a month until I will be accepting new orders. If you have any orders that you won't need for a while or if you have any questions or suggestions, PLEASE e-mail me! polkadotsandpaisleys@yahoo.com.

You can order any bag that I have in stock without embroidery. I can get it to you within a couple days!

Thanks to all my amazing customers!

New Orders

2007-12-27T21:09:00.000-06:00

I hope everyone had a MERRY CHRISTMAS! I am planning on making some orders in the next two weeks. If you have any suggestions of colors, prints, or types of bags you would like or may like for gifts, please e-mail me or post a comment on this blog. Check my website for photos of bags I have had in stock previously: www.polkadotsandpaisleys.com My e-mail is : polkadotsandpaisleys@yahoo.com