Taking a little break.

Happy New Year Everyone!

I wanted to let everyone know that I'll be taking a wee break from Colorful Kisses for the better part of 2009 to focus on my design business, and most importantly, family.
I am excited for what 2009 will bring!

Thank you so very for my loyal readers, and boutique consumers.
I have truly enjoyed creating, writing, and crafting for my blog.

I'll still be busy in my craft room designing goodies for friends and family - so keep me in
mind if you'd ever like to order a custom piece.
I'd be happy to fulfill your requests.

My hiatus is also resulting in the closing of my sweet shoppe on January 7.

Here's to a New Year and New Beginnings!

Happy Holidays!

May your days be merry and bright.

See you in 2009!

Save Handmade.

Like the economy wasn't bad enough...

Some of you may have already heard about the new upsetting new laws, that, if put into action on February 10, 2009 as it currently is planned, will have devastating repercussions to both large and small businesses and basically end the handmade goods industry.

In summary, the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) "bans lead and phthalates in toys {obviously a good thing} but it mandates enormously expensive third-party testing and certification for all products intended for children under the age of 12. It's the ridiculous expense of the third-party testing and certification that will close businesses and make it illegal for work-at-home moms and dads to sell their handmade goods." {excerpt from 5 Minutes for Mom}

Visit this extensive resource compiled by Cool Mom Picks to see what you can do to help.

What would a world be without Etsy?

Holiday Sale!

All holiday collection clippies are $1 off!

Only a few designs left!

Email me if you'd like a custom order to

match that special holiday dress!

See the sale!

I'm back.

My apologies to my dedicated readers for being away most of this past month...

Between growing businesses, frequent visitors, and the holidays
approaching, life has been super duper busy!

My inventory in my boutique is dwindling, however, I'm excited that I'll be replenishing with new stock in the new year.
Until then, there are still a few holiday pretties available!
Grab yours before they're gone!

I'll be back to write again soon...

Picket Fence Frames

How would a frame capture your little piece of heaven?

Would it celebrate your children, a favorite holiday or season?

a sport you love? the arrival of a new baby? a fun vacation?

Spend a moment with Picket Fence Frames…
...find the frame that warms your heart.

Based in Denver, Picket Fence Frames offers a darling collection of beautiful handmade frames. Colorful Kisses has partnered up with Michelle to offer just a small sampling of their adorable baby and toddler frames.
SEE THEM HERE...

These gems are hand-crafted with care, adorned with the most beautiful paper designs, A special quote fills the frame and captures the essence of the paper.

To view over 60 pre-made designs, or create your own, visit their website HERE.

{A perfect gift just in time for Christmas if you've taken the Handmade Pledge!}

NEW Felt Flower Snap Clips

I love the simplicity of my new felt flower snap clip designs.
Not to mention the delicious colors!

Each clip is intricately handcrafted with a small snap clip designed securely inside a layered felt flower in a variety of yummy colors. The felt flower is embellished with a coordinating crepe flower topped with a cute corduroy button, sparkly gem, or pretty pearl. Perfect for young girls, toddlers, or babies with little or fine hair!

And, only $4!

Visit my shoppe now!

It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas.

Heather Bailey's Pop Garden fabric was the

perfect fit for this simplistic, festive design.

Fresh for the picking, I've added a few
Christmas Tree onesies to the shoppe.

Paired with a set of holiday clippies,
this would make a delighful holiday gift.

See the designs here.

{If you need a certain size, please email and I'll get one out to you asap!}

What a day!

I wanted to share some photos of my booth from yesterday's Holiday Boutique.
I met so many wonderful customers yesterday, that I hope I'll run into again!

I snuck some snapshots of the gals wearing many of my products throughout the day!

Thanks to everyone who stopped by to say hello!

Check back this week for a how-to on how to make your own

notecard banner like the one displayed at my booth!

Another Feature. Another Giveaway.

I am in love.

This darling gem is home to a directory of sweet little boutiques, shoppes and stores finding and highlighting charming ideas for you, your home and family.

Their Daily Blog features a variety of cute little shoppes, creative ideas and fun do-it-yourself projects that you can make each week.

I have had the pleasure in working with Emily, and today she has featured Colorful Kisses along with another GIVEAWAY!

Visit little window shoppe today!

What are you doing tomorrow?

Come by and shop for the holidays at the

Desert Dreams 2008 Holiday Boutique

featuring many local artisans and crafters!

{Colorful Kisses will feature a delightful variety of hair pretties,

and more at special holiday prices!}

Saturday, November 1, 2008 8 to 1 pm
Gilbert Historial Museum Courtyard
10 S Gilbert Road, Gilbert AZ
OVER 60 vendors!

Simple Finds Feature.

Colorful Kisses has been featured over at Simple Finds!

Get in on the GIVEAWAY action now!

Click here!

And this...

This set of Canvas Bird Art was designed using a
more sophisticated paper line which I quite enjoy.
Who doesn't love Amy Butler?

Another item you might find at my table at the upcoming holiday boutiques...

What else can you find?

One of my most favorite things of being in a craft fair,
is working on ideas for my display!

Another is selling new and exclusive creations!

Here are a few more items you might find
at my table at the upcoming holiday boutiques...

Come by and say hello!

Holiday Boutiques!

I'm sneaking into a couple holiday boutiques last minute...

Ladies Drive by Success presents

Desert Dreams 2008 Holiday Boutique
Saturday, November 1, 2008
8 to 1 pm
Gilbert Historial Museum Courtyard
10 S Gilbert Road, Gilbert AZ

OVER 60 vendors!

Visit their website for more info!

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Come by and shop for the holidays at the Creative Galleria

featuring many local artisans and crafters!

November 3, 2008 2 to 7:30 pm

November 4, 2008 9 to 3 pm

Sossaman Estates
18798 E Druids Glen Road
Queen Creek, 85242

Feel free to email me for directions!

The Holiday Collection is here!

A rich and vibrant mix of a classic holiday palette
with a modern twist,
may our holiday clippie collection add a touch of
whimsy and twinkle to that special Christmas dress!

Browse the holiday collection here!

All of my creations are also available for custom order
if you require a certain color, style, or size. Feel free to email me!

Felt Flare.

I found this little lovely at Target last night whilst spending a gift card
I received for my birthday. It was love at first sight.
An autumn-y print of birds and flowers with a combination of odd colors...

I brought it home with me, but it was missing something.
So I added my own special touch of felt flare.
My wool felts in exact coordinating colors made
the perfect mommy brooch for my "new baby".

I will enjoy the simple luxury of being able to carry my own purse
once in awhile rather than a diaper bag in tow.

Check out my mommy brooches available! More coming soon!