The lights of Broadway...

This weekend we took our kids to see their first Broadway show! We saw Westside Story and it was amazing. The dancing and singing took my breath away. The dancers make the choreography seem effortless, as they literally fly through the air I am reminded why Broadway is the best. As I was thumbing through the playbill - I realized one of the backstage crew was a dear friend of mine from my theater days (years ago - I use to do costumes for the New York Shakespeare Festival). I emailed him on facebook and he met us at the stage door. We got a backstage tour and the kids were thrilled. They even got to walk on the stage and look out at the Palace theatre. Amazing!
It was the perect day!

New Pics are coming...

Are the pics to die for or what? Kimberly and her gorgeous daughters at http://www.kimberlyvphotography.com/ have taken some beautiful photos for Jessiegirl!

They make these clothes look even better - and I love the background Kimberly chose for this last photo - she is so talented. There are more coming so stay tuned...

Giveaway! Check it out!

There is a terrific blog called Weeshare written by the sweetest mom - named Desiree. She has reviewed one of my twirl skirts and is hosting a giveaway on her blog - go check it out!

http://weeshare.blogspot.com/2010/01/review-giveaway-jessie-girl.html

This is the Twirl skirt she is giving away - one of my new spring designs!

I have lots of news coming up: New pics and Summer shows! Stay tune...

Guess who got to make a treasury on etsy?

http://www.etsy.com/treasury_list.php?room_id=94914 - except I spelled kids as kides - I'll type better next time!

Girls Night Out...

Friday night was so much fun! Over fifty ladies came for shopping, chatting and wine. The atmosphere was really relaxed and everyone shopped and just hung out. I always feel a little uncomfortable with those Tupperware type parties, but this was different. Ladies didn't have to sit through a sales pitch and they were able to focus on the items that interested them. There was kikibonan.etsy.com , pampered chef, great handbags and gorgeous hand stamped necklaces.

I did learn some lessons - especially from watching the other sellers. The biggest was to have a mailing list available for people to sign (duh!). I tend to think so much about the designs and product, that the business side gets neglected. Something to think about! I also would bring more Jessiegirl inventory instead of taking individual orders. I look at the pictures and even though I had over 20 individual pieces, it looks a little sparse. Over all - it was a success and I can't wait for the next one!

Quick Post...

We are getting ready for our neighborhood craft night. My neighbor is going to have about five vendors at her house ranging from pampered chef to handmade items like mine. Lots of neighbors and friends are coming for wine, cheese and shopping. I am looking forward to it and really busy getting ready. Tried to take some shots of Jessie in new skirt designs - I really need to contact the photographer but here are the salvageable shots! These skirts will be in my etsy shop after Friday. http://www.jessiegirlclothing.etsy.com/

The leaves are falling...

I don't believe there is a more vibrant season then fall in New England. Last night was Halloween and I have to admit my kids wore store bought costumes. I have little interest in sewing up the costumes... I feel it's alot of effort for one night. This year Jessie was supergirl - I was just relieved she wasn't a princess again. At least Supergirl is out there saving the world! DJ was planning on going as Harry Potter, but when we were paying for the costume the sales lady commented that with his red hair he looked more like Ron Weasly! Perfect!

Here are some shots from today - My DH gave me the strangest look as I brought the chair outside...but he knows not to ask!