Sew Fierce – Meet My Friend Stephanie – WAHM Guest Post

Meet My Friend

Sew Fierce Couture Clothing

I’d like you to Meet My Friend – Stephanie, from Sew Fierce Couture Clothing I met Stephanie on twitter when I won a gorgeous prize that she had created.

Stephanie is one busy work-at-home mom, and always a pleasure to tweet with – quick to say hello in the morning and always at-the-ready with helpful chat and advice.  You’ll want to read how Steph became an online boutique mompreneur, blogger and manages to keep base camp running smoothly!

Stop by her Etsy boutique and also

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In the past, I’ve touched on topics about tapping into your interests and hidden talent, and parlaying them into a career where you turn your interests into a business. Many readers or their families have become victims of the current recession, and are actively seeking gainful employment. Some, like me, are considering either retiring, or trying to determine a move to another career that will spark our interest – whether it be something entirely different from what we’ve been doing in the past, or entirely new venture.

Perhaps you are off-ramping from corporate life to take time out to raise your children.

I have been inviting bloggers and writers to Guest Blog on my Meet My Friend meme to share their ideas and experiences with my readers who are interested in becoming a mompreneur.

If you have a WAHM or Momepreneur topic of interest that you’d like to share and be a Guest Blogger on Moomette’s Magnificents, please contact me (see Contact tab above).

Hello everyone from Sunny San Diego. Thank you Cindi for asking me to do a guest post on your wonderful blog, it is an honor.  My name is Stephanie I am a mother to two amazing toddler girls and wife to a wonderful, supportive man whom serves our country in the United States Marine Corps.

Isn’t it funny how we cannot tell people who we are without stating we are a mother and or wife? Sometimes it’s like our former identity has disappeared and now all we are is a mother to someone and or a wife to someone else. As much as I love my family I am more and when days are hard we need to remind ourselves of this.

So while half of me is a wife and mother, my alter ego is an online shop owner and blogger. I have a infant and toddler boutique called Sew Fierce that I started a year ago.

I remember watching my mom when I was very young making clothes for my Barbie’s and matching outfits for myself. I loved every little outfit because it was something special she did just for me. While my sewing adventure started with hemming curtains for my room, I soon moved on to making my first queen size quilt when I realized I was going to need a hobby while on bed rest after my second knee surgery.

After recovery my life became busy and I stopped sewing. A few years later I married my now husband and after a few months of trying and failing, we were pregnant with our first baby girl. It wasn’t until my second pregnancy, also a baby girl, that I finally got back into sewing. I saw some adorable outfits my girlfriends where making for their daughters and decided to try my hand at clothing for my then two year old toddler. At the same time I was cloth diapering my newborn baby girl and thought making my own All In One diapers would be fun. I soon realized I was having so much fun making clothing for my toddler as well as bibs, burps and blankets for my infant that this was a great hobby.

With much encouragement from my close friends and family I decided to open an online shop.

My main focus was to offer my handmade products at a great price. I would see so many beautiful and awe inspiring outfits and accessories for infants and toddlers at boutiques both in town and online, but as a now stay at home mom and military wife it just was not in my budget to spend $100 on a one of a kind outfit. So I thought if I could offer similar products for a great price “that any mommy on any budget could afford”, I would be happy.

Soon after opening my store my girlfriend Sharon suggested I open a blog – Get my name out there and let people get to know me as a mother, wife and business owner. Meet the person behind the Sew Fierce name and feel good knowing that if you buy from me you get top quality and someone who prides themselves in only giving my customers the best of what I have to offer. My blog, A Pocket Full Of Buttons has turned out to be more than I ever would have thought. It has been great therapy for me and I have so many wonderful ladies and new friends like Cindi because of it.

While my online business started with making bibs, burps and crayon Rollie Pollies, I soon added the clothing line. I have to say the clothing is my biggest joy. Seeing each piece finished is a thrill and when someone buys an outfit or a dress and tells me how much they love it, I then know that this is what I am meant to do.

And how awesome is it that I can do this from home with my girls by my side!

Stephanie has generously offered Moomette’s Magnificents  to host a Giveaway Contest! For a chance to win, there will be one (1) winner of a $25.00 Gift Certificate to Sew Fierce to be used on any products
custom or ready to ship.

Please include a way of contacting you. Should you be the contest winner, this information may be shared with the contest sponsor in order to send your prize.

Main Rule:   (remember if this rule is not followed then no others will count)
a) Sign up for my free Newsletter Updates to my blog through my e-mail Feedblitz link (on the top of my right column or let me know if you already are, in a separate comment) AND

b) Visit Sew Fierce and leave a comment about one of their products you’d like to try and why.

This contest will run until August 20 at 11:00 pm. EDT

For Additional Entries, check out my Contest Entry Rules.

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Creative Clips by Colleen – Hair Clips – Review

Hair Clips Worn by Kids of Celebrities!

All little girls love to dress up and my granddaughter  ‘Lil Moomette is no exception!  She absolutely adores anything girlie-girl!  She enjoys having her hair done up in what she refers to as “pretties!”

I’ve recently had the opportunity to review several adorable hair clips by Creative Clips that appeal to girls of all ages and make dressing fun for any ages!

Started by Colleen Connon, mother of two from Cave Creek, Arizona, Creative clips are handmade and use a strip of Velcro inside each clip to help secure into fine or thick hair.  While my daughter had a thick head of hair as a child, ‘Lil Moomette doesn’t and it’s very straight and fine (much like Grandma’s!)

Creative Clips has a huge celebrity following! The celebrity kids of Jessica Alba and Denise Richards have been photographed on several occasions wearing their hair clips.

Wouldn’t these make adorable Birthday Party favors for your little princess?

Creative Clips are made in the USA.  Look for them in boutiques and fine stores near you.  They are also available internationally.

For More Information Visit: Creative Clips

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Princess Linens ~ Fine Hand-Made Baby Gifts ~ A Review

My daughters are grown, but as a Mom, I’m still always ‘on-call.’ That’s just the way it is, and actually, I’m thankful that I have such a good relationship with my daughters.

Starting today, and probably through next Friday, I’m going to be on ‘red-alert standby’ to take care of ‘Lil Moomette, as my daughter is due to deliver my grandson any day!

Every Grandma needs a goody bag to keep the kiddos occupied when going out to eat. (I like to go out to eat whenever I can!)

I have a Sister-In-Law who always has the most spectacular goody bags at-the ready for the grandchildren. You wouldn’t believe what was in them to keep 5 grandkiddos occupied at a golf tournament! But the irony of it all was that my Sister-In-Law was never blessed with children of her own, and rather that the little darlings are my late Brother-in-Law’s grandchildren!

Thus, I’m delighted to have the opportunity to review the Doodlebugz Crayon Pink Stripe Purse from the Doodlebugz Crayola Collection from Princess Linens!

Doodlebugz™ Crayola Crayon Purse-Pink Stripe

The Doodlebugz Crayon Purse is designed for children ages 3 and Up. The product that I received to review comes complete with a pad of paper, perfectly sized for small hands, and 10 Crayola washable crayons, and 16 outside crayon pocket-holder.

Made from a durable canvas-type fabric, this colorful handbag-style carrier is sure to be a hit with all the little Princesses! Don’t they all like to carry a purse, just like Mommy?

Every little girl likes to see her name in print, and personalization is available.

Safety information on the plastic tube container that the purse comes in, indicates that the crayons are Non-Toxic and meet all ACMI Performance Standards.

Other products offered from the Doddlebugz Crayloa collection include Crayon Aprons & Toolbelts, Chalk Talk Table Mates & Doodlebags.

The second product that I am delighted to review from Princess Linens are the My First Scrubs!

Now if these aren’t the cutest must-have’s I’ve seen lately! I’m having so much fun discovering how little ones are becoming Fashionistas at such a young age!

Although my grandson is due any day now, I can just imagine how adorable these would be when he is toddling around! My First Scrubs are perfect for the doctor or nurse-to-be, and are so authentic! Made with 100% cotton, they have faux drawstring pants for authenticity, and are perfect for the new baby or older sibling. I was thinking they’d be a great idea to use as jammies, but are not marked ‘flame resistant,’ according to U.S. Standards, and are manufactured in China. In any event, they look super-comfy for casual playgroup wear, or just relaxing around the house. Dress them up with accessories ~ and you’d have a super easy Halloween Costume!

Available in sizes up to 4T in three colors:

Lab Green, “No More Blues” Blue, and Candystriper Pink. Lab Green scrubs are available in larger sizes up to size 8! Currently larger sizes are only available in Lab Green.

Princess Linens Fine Hand~Made Baby Gifts also offers Personalized shortalls and baby boy clothing. Princess Linens also offers luxury baby clothes, big brother gifts, big sister gifts, personalized bibs and personalized burp pads. I fell in love with the shortalls and rompers from The Hamptons Collection, personalized with the name “Ethan.” ~ I think that’s what my new grandson will be named! Made of 100% cotton pique.

Princess Linens would like to offer readers of Moomettesgram’s Musings a coupon code (MOOMETTE) to receive a 15% Discount off of any purchases. Visit them at http://princesslinens.com

Wholesale orders also available.

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Tuesday Toot ~ Exclusive New Line – Handcrafted School Spirit Bracelets – Moomette’s Magnificents Olde Towne Shoppes

Today is Tuesday Toot Day!

What does that mean? Well, it means every Tuesday, you get to post an accomplishment that you have done. As moms sometimes, we are quick in praising our kids and others about their accomplishments but we are “shy” when it comes to our achievements so … here is our chance.

I’m so excited – I have a new boutique product line that’s been designed especially for my Moomette’s Magnificents Olde Towne Shoppes!

Just in time for those headed off to college ~ the perfect going away gift! ~ I now carry spectacularly designed, handcrafted bracelets that can be personalized with your favorite New England or other College!

Show your school spirit, or give a unique gift to your favorite graduate who’ll be traveling off to college shortly ~ perhaps out-of-state!  Hand-crafted bracelets depicting the name of a favorite Alma-Mater!

Do you have a daughter, granddaughter, sister, niece or favorite friend bound for higher education?  This gorgeous bracelet would be a perfect remembrance!

This adorable bracelet is cleverly handcrafted with durable beading wire, a silver clasp, colorful swarovski crystals, terling silver daisy & ball spacers, alphabet beads that say “UVM”, and features a dangle on the clasp!! You can request any color & name from selected options!

Examples of colleges: UCONN (University of Connecticut) UMASS (University of Massachusetts) Keene State (New Hampshire) Boston College, URI (University of Rhode Island), and UVM (University of Vermont)!

So stunning!!

I think I might be having a contest coming up!

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How to Prepare for a Wedding ~ Pedicures & Spa Message Therapy!

It’s going to be a busy weekend for me. My niece is getting married and the wedding is going to be held at one of the premier wedding facilities in Connecticut. That means that this Hot Momma Baby Boomer blogging Grandma has to get her act together.

Now that the lazy, crazy, hazy days of summer are upon us, I decided it was high time I treated myself to a pedicure. Since I’m going to be wearing some spiffy, trendy strappy toe sandals to go with my  boutique halter-back silk evening dress, my tootsies have to be up to snuff.

In addition to the spa pedicures that I get at the salon I go to, the icing on the cake is the back message that they give when your little piggies are under the dryer! The technicians must have gone to some terrific massage therapy schools to learn the trade for their careers!

Just call me “Twinkle Toes”~

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Contest Giveaway ~ NEW Baby Girl Boutique Hartstrings Prep Sailor Dress !

VOTE FOR ME ~ KEEP ME ON TOP ~ I’M A TOP MOMMA ~

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Since it’s the Lazy, Crazy, Hazy Days of Summer, I’ve decided to shake it up a little, and hold a Contest Giveway!

I sell quite a bit of Girls and Boys Boutique clothing items in my eBay Store where I’m a Power Seller, and at Moomette’s Magnificents Olde Town Shoppes, where I offer boutique, hand crafted items.

This adorable outfit is from Hartstrings, and is New, With Tags.  Still plenty of time to wear this pretty little ditty through early Fall ~ and it’s great for photo portraits, too!  Perhaps you have someone special’s  Birthday coming up, or want to tuck it away and get a head-start on your Holiday Shopping, or even save it for next summer!

Boutique

HARTSTRINGS

BABY PREP NAUTICAL SAILOR KNIT DRESS

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WAHM Hand Crafted Items ~ Do You Drop Ship?

If your’re a WAHM and looking for exposure and sales for your hand-crafted items, I might be interested in your products for my Moomette’s Magnificents Olde Towne Shoppes.

I’m looking to add some unique inventory to my boutique online store.

Specifically, I’m interested in items for children, women, jewelry and home decor.

I invite you to look around my Shoppes, and if you think your product might be a good match, to contact me.

If I add your products to my site, I’ll do a blog post to announce your line!

Here’s an example of one of the beautiful items I carry!

Vintage Inspired Baby Blanket The Isabella

Thanks for stopping by!

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Introducing my New Blog ~ Moomette’s Mama Mentor ~ Personal Musings

I’d like to thank all my loyal readers of Moomettesgram’s Musings. Your emails and comments have inspired me to split off and create a whole separate new blog.

I’ve decided to split Moomettesgram’s Musings in half. While I’ve been covering a lot of base with work-at-home tips for WAHMs and WAHDs; parenting, grandparenting and ebiz & eBay tips, I’d also been adding in some musings.

My newly launched blog is Moomette’s Mama Mentor Blog where I feel I’ll be able to muse to my heart’s content on a different level.

My primary reason for establishing Mama Mentor is that I’ve grown to enjoy blogging. Having joined Entrecard and Mom Blogs has pointed me in the direction of many, many wonderful blogs that focus primarily on reflections and general family life!

Now that my family is grown, and growing again, there’s so much I’d like to reflect on personally, and Mama Mentor will be that vehicle!

You’ll find the link at the top of this site under “My Other Blog.” Please stop on by and leave some comments!

I hope you’ll join me on my journey.

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Sssh~ It’s a Secret ~ Get Boutique, High-End Brand-Name Fashion Bargains to Sell on eBay!

Are you an eBay Seller? Do you have an eBay store or a WAHM online ebiz?

As an eBay Power Seller, I’m always on the lookout for exceptional merchandise at a terrific price to offer my customers in my eBay store, Moomette’s Magnificents. Of course, as a Baby Boomer, it’s always a plus if I can supplement my own pre-retirement fund in the process!

I’d like to let you in on a little secret… Regent’s Secret.

Now you can get terrific Boutique, high-end brand-name bargain clothing for women and men and resell to maximize your profit!

You’ll receive e-mails from Regents letting you know what the Special bargain is that’s going on ~ how great is that?

Regent’s Secret is a privileged and private members-only site that caters to the fashion forward. It provides access to the most coveted contemporary brands for a limited time (3 to 5 days) at up to 70% off of retail. Membership is free, just click the link below to join. Use my e-mail address as your reference! moomettesmagnificents06@yahoo.com

Click HERE ~ Join Regents Secret NOW!

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Coming Soon ~ Grand Reopening Launch of Moomette’s Magnificents Olde Towne Shoppes

I hope everyone who celebrates had an enjoyable Easter! It was so much fun to see Moomette ooh & ahh over what the Easter Bunny brought her…all kinds of artistic goodies for her to express her little self! The week before had been a bit hectic for me, as my youngest DD started off her first day of Spring Break from college by ending up in the hospital with an emergency appendectomy the night I got back from visiting charming son-in-laws parents in Vermont!

I’d like to thank Rachael Towle of Towle Creations Advertising Services for her generosity in creating the wonderful logo for me at the top of this post. Rachel has some great advertising opportunities & other great mom-related and WAH-related sites ~
The Parent Station ~ Mommy Loves Freebies ~ WAHShopping and WAHStation. Rachael’s also a member of Mom Pack and you can always count on some good info when she’s posting!But I have to tell you. I am getting sooo excited! I haven’t posted recently because I’ve just had so much going on. Within the week, I’ll be launching my newly designed site – Moomette’s Magnificents Olde Towne Shoppes! Same great information and WAHM tips and resources that are on there now – but I’ve also added a shopping cart!

Of course all of my favorite Vintage Collectible Finds will be available! Since I live in New England, I’ve always been fond of anything and everything nautical, coastal and having to do with the sea and ocean. DH & I were long-time boaters and traveled Long Island Sound, Rhode Island Waters & Gardiner’s Bay as well as Long Island extensively. I also enjoy the mountains and lakes of New England and similar states. So I’m delighted to announce that I’ve been collaborating with some absolutely wonderful, talented WAHMs from all walks of life in an effort to stock my store with products that reflect my passions. Therefore, my niche will revolve around olde-time New England themes. It’s my hope that you’ll agree that the cottage-industry Hand-Crafted Artisan products that I’ll be offering will just blow you away!

Here’s an example of some Baby and Layette Nursery items:

Stay tuned for the Grand Opening announcement & Good Things I have planned!If you think that you would like to help me stock my store with similar hand-crafted products that you create along my niche theme, please drop me a line with product photos and information ….Now it’s back to loading my cart!

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