Designer Favors

Great New Bow-Tique Shop on Etsy!!!

2011-02-21T14:17:00.000-05:00

If you have a little girl or have a special one in your life, you have to check out this shop. BitteBoutique is full of beautiful hair bows for you little one and is willing to do custom bows as well.

This is a NEW Etsy shop and new products are being added all the time. BitteBoutique is all offer a FREE HAIR BOW to the first 10 customers. So hurry and get yours today!!

In addition, she also have adorable hangers to hold all of your hair bows. Which make for a beautiful decoration in your daughter's room and adds functionality. No more fumbling around looking for the right bow.

BitteBoutique also plans to add a wide array of products to her shop including: Personalized Tote Bags, Tap Shoe Bows and more. Great colors and a nice selection makes this a must add favorite for any mom. Please stop by and visit BitteBoutique today!

Don't Forget BitteBoutique is all offer a

FREE HAIR BOW

to the first 10 customers. So hurry and get yours today!!

Also, please stop by Designer Favors for all of your party decoration needs!

Shop Feature of the Week!

2010-03-01T21:12:00.000-05:00

Splendid Things!

I came across this wonderful Etsy shop while browsing through the forums. It is called Splendid Things and the name speaks for itself. Her shop is filled with the cutest items and she has a wonderful variety.

She has a beautiful selection of dresses, cards, bibs and much more. As so many of the wonderful shop owners I've met, Jeanette is a stay-at-home-mom and just loves doing crafty things. You can tell by what she has listed and what she has sold that she has obvious talent. I wish I was as accomplished in so many crafts.

Not only is her shop wonderful, but her blog is a pleasure to read. Feel free to visit it. I'm sure you'll want to become a follower: http://sosplendid.blogspot.com

Or, feel free to convo her with specific requests or questions. She states that she is convo friendly and I can tell you from first hand experience that statement is true. She and I have conversed several times and it is always a pleasure.

So if you are in the market for some truly unique and beautiful gifts, stop by Splendid Things. I promise you will not be disappointed.

Treat Bags are Here!

2010-02-26T22:49:00.000-05:00

New to Designer Favors - Treat Bags!

What a perfect way to say "Thank You". Favor Treat Bags are perfect for kids parties, baby showers or for any occasion. They can be filled with with candy, stickers, toys or any other goodie you want. Treat toppers are scored for easy folding. Simply fill the bag, slide on the topper, staple and you're done! Instant party favor.

My goodie bags are available for any design in my shop! Have a custom request? I am happy to work with you to create a design that will compliment your party's theme. Just contact me for a custom quote.

Feel free to browse my shop for current listings, but as always all items in my shop area available for any design. I can also do coordinating;
Cupcake Toppers

Thank You Tags

Happy Birthday Banners

Stickers

Thank you for looking! I hope you stop by.

Celebrate with Birthday Banners

2010-01-26T13:05:00.000-05:00

Birthday banners are a must have for any party, so why not get one that is handmade and that can be a perfect match to your party's theme? Store bought banners are okay, but the selection is limited and the quality is not always great. Let Designer Favors create a custom banner for you. I have several styles in my shop, but if you don't see what you're looking for simply contact me and I can create any color or saying you want!

for Little Boys!

I can also match character parties!

All banners are handmade out of quality cardstock and ribbon. Shapes and sizes can also be customized!

If you need additional decorations, all designs are available in Cupcake Toppers and Thank you Tags. Stop by Designer Favors to see my current designs!

Princess for a Day!

2010-01-20T08:53:00.003-05:00

What little girl doesn't dream that her prince charming will come and rescue her? Fairy tales are so fun and the Disney Princesses are such a cute party theme. Of course you can find a ton of store bought items, but none that are personalized for your little girl.

Designer Favors is featuring a wonderful set of princess themed party decorations. Cinderella is at the forefront, but you can have yours customized with any princess your heart desires!

Cupcake Toppers

Thank You Tags

Banner

Flutters Interview

2010-01-14T15:11:00.000-05:00

Shop Feature!!!

Yet another wonderful shop found on Etsy! I came across Flutters this week and had to share. I contacted her to talk with her about her amazingly cute, girly items. Here is what she told me:

Tell me a little about yourself

I'm a stay at home Mom and I home school. Obviously that puts me at home a lot, and I also haven't had a car for a few years due to a bad accident I was in. So, I have had a lot of free time to craft and create!

Why did you start making your items?

I went to a craft show and bought some hair bows for my daughters. They were so expensive I thought "I can do this!" So I figured it out, perfected it to my taste and then moved on to Bow holders from there. You have to have somewhere to put all those bows, right? :) I love trying new items that my girls are interested in. The hair wreath has always been a favorite of mine, and my girls love to dress up. I always get their opinion on what I make. I love having their honest advice.

What is your inspiration?

I love beautiful, girly things, but I find myself very practical. I have a husband that works with his hands and he is a perfectionist in all he does. I always show him my work to get his opinion on durability and quality. If I don't like an item, I won't send it until I am satisfied with it! I've torn apart many a crocheted hat after completion because of a little something I just didn't like. I am looking for quality, uniqueness, and beauty. I want my items to have something different about them that can only be found in my shop.

Anything else you would like people to know about your shop?

I really enjoy the use of vintage buttons. I like using them on my clips, and crocheted hats. Many of these are truly one of a kind because I only have one of that particular button! I also want ideas! If a customer has something they want and they don't see it, I want to know. I would love to work with them to come up with what they were looking for.

If you are interested in updates and new products, I have a facebook page:

http://www.facebook.com/FluttersBoutique

Also, don't forget to stop by Designer Favors for personalized party decor!

The French Connection

2010-01-12T22:50:00.000-05:00

Shop Feature!

How many of you can relate to this?

"I am a stay at home mom of twin toddlers. I love creating jewelry in any spare time I can find. It is my creative outlet in my hectic stay-at-home-mom life!" Direct quote from PrettyParis on Etsy.

Well, maybe not the twin part but for many of us the rest is true. I myself am a stay-at-home-mom of a toddler and Etsy has saved my sanity! Let's hear it for us moms out there and support each others' wonderful handmade crafts. Stop by PrettyParis today!

Also, visit Designer Favors on Etsy for some great party decorations!

This Happy House

2009-12-30T12:01:00.000-05:00

Shop Feature!

Again, I came across this amazing shop on Etsy. Her work is so beautiful and unique. ThisHappyHouse features fantastic felt flower arrangements accented with ribbons, buttons and more!

Here is my interview with the talented artist:

Tell me a little about yourself:

I'm a stay-at-home mom with a 2 year-old daughter. I've always liked crafts and like to think of myself as being farily crafty, but I'm in awe of some of the amazing talent of other etsy sellers. I can easily say that I'm completely addicted to etsy!

Why did you start making your items?

I opened my shop as a way to have a little "me" time and make a little extra money at the same time. Whatever money I make goes to support other hand-made shops.

What is your inspiration?

Anything and everything. I could spend all day looking at buttons. I have buttons all over my house.

For more information or to purchase any of these wonderful items, please stop by ThisHappyHouse today!

Shop Feature of the Week!

2009-12-17T15:49:00.000-05:00

McKenney's Keepsakes

I recently came across a wonderful new shop on Etsy and wanted to share her talent. McKenney's Keepsakes specializes in scrabble tile sized wood pendents. She offers a wide range of designs and is happy to help make a custom orders to meet her customers specific needs.

Tell me a little about yourself:

I am mom and wife. We are a blended family with 4 kids between us. Recently we moved from the big city of Fort Lauderdale Florida, to the tiny town of Stafford Springs, CT. Our kids range in age from 16-10, 3 boys and 1 girl.

Why did you start making your items?

I've always been a fairly crafty person. I started making these pendants as gifts for other people. Those people responded very well to them so I thought I would try selling them.

What is your inspiration?

My inspiration comes from all over the place. My friends, my kids, my intrests, my family...they all inspire me in some way, shape, or form.

What else would you like to share?

I hope to expand my collection in the up coming months include not only pendants, but magnets, pushpins, and book marks. I have been experimenting with all of those things and hopefully will be able to get them introduced soon. I also have experimented with personal photos. I would like to offer this service as well. I find that the photo gifts are always great for grandparents and extended family.

Please visit her shop and see all of her wonderful designs.

Great Gifts for 1st Birthdays

2009-11-24T15:48:00.001-05:00

Oh No, a 1st Birthday. What do I buy???

I don't know about you but I find it hard to buy gifts for a one year old. Even though I have a little boy of my own, I always lean towards picking out some educational toy and maybe an outfit for a little one. While those are good gifts, I know my son has more than enough toys and clothes even at a mear one year of life.

I was recently at a first birthday party and saw some wonderful gifts and thought I would share my experience. Here are just a few ideas:

Goodie Basket:
Fill a basket with things a new eater will need. At one year old babies love to try new things and parents may not always be prepared for life beyond bottles. Fill a basket full of sippy cups, infant spoons and forks, divided plates, take-along snack bowls, and first foods (such as Gerber puffs and other melt in your mouth treats). Even if a parent has some of these items, you can always use more.

Books!
Instead of the typical toy, fill a box or gift bags with board books and lift-the-flap books. Personalized books are great too or your favorite story from when you were a child. Children loves books and parents love to read with their children, so this is a gift for everyone. Plus, books can last for years and years.

Savings Bonds:
Let's face it. A one year old is not great at opening presents and there is probably a very, very small percentage who will remember what they received for their first birthday. But, giving a savings bond is a gift that will keep giving in the future.

These are just a few of the wonderful gifts a one year old can receive. If you have a great idea, feel free to leave a comment for everyone to enjoy.

Thanks for reading!

Feel free to visit Designer Favors for Great 1st Birthday Decor!

Working Hard on Designs

2009-11-18T16:13:00.001-05:00

I have been working very hard the last week coming up with new designs for my party decorations! I am happy to say that I've come up with at least 13 new creations and about another dozen decoration ideas. It will take some time before I can get everything created and listed in my shop but here is a sneak peak!

Girl's 1st Birthday

Party Penguins!

Trucks and Trains

Stop By Designer Favors for more decorations and designs!

Seeing Stars!

2009-11-16T13:00:00.001-05:00

Featured Shop of the Week!

If you love country stars, you'll love this great shop I found: Scrappin Stars! His shop is filled with great rustic stars as well as beautifully decorated designs. He also does custom orders to match your home's decor. Here is a little about the artist:

Tell me a little about yourself.

My name is Brett Treanor, I am 18 years old and I live in Twin Falls, Idaho. I just graduated from high school last year and now I am attending college at the College Of Southern Idaho. I heard about etsy from my sister who told me that maybe I could make a little extra money to help pay for my college education.

Why did you star making your items?

I started making scrappin stars a year ago when my mother (who actually came up with them) had a make it and take it for her church activity. For the activity my mom had them make these barn stars that were covered in scrap booking paper. So I thought that it would be a good idea to sell them on etsy.

What is your inspiration?
My inspiration comes from the scrap book paper. I am always looking for new fun colors and patterns that I can mix together in order to make a cohesive piece that would fit into peoples homes. I really enjoy making these scrappin stars and hope that I can sell more of them because that means that I get to make more of them.

Please stop by and visit his Etsy Shop: Scrappinstars.etsy.com

Want an even better deal?

Become a follower of THIS blog and get 10% off at Scrappin Star's store.

Just mention the word FOLLOWER at checkout and you will receive 10% back on your order.

GIVEAWAY!

2009-11-09T15:25:00.000-05:00

Designer Favors is sponsoring a giveaway on Silly Little Lady's Blog!

Visit her blog, learn a little about me and Designer Favors and Enter to win some great personalized holiday tags. Just in time for the upcoming season.

While you're at it check out both of our shops for some additional handmande goodies:

Designer Favors

Silly Little Lady

Featured Item: Birthday Banners

2009-11-03T14:30:00.001-05:00

Designer Favors is now featuring Happy Birthday Banners! Visit my shop to see some great designs and some other wonderful party decor. These banners don't last long so stop by and order for your next birthday party.

Banners can also be custom designed with matching favor tags, toppers and other decorations. You can also customize your banner to read however you want. "It's A Boy" and "It's A Girl" coming soon. Other great banners include: "Welcome Home", "Bridal Shower" or "Congratulations".

Thanks for Looking!

Shop Grand Re-Opening

2009-10-30T15:52:00.001-04:00

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My shop now has an array of wonderful new items with even more to come. Not only will I be selling wonderful hand-painted favor and gift boxes, but my selection has expanded to:

Cupcake Toppers:

Favor Tags:

Banner Signs:

You may also notice my new Blog look and Banner!

Please Stop by and see the new selections!

Designer Favors

No Tricks, Just Treats

2009-10-07T13:03:00.003-04:00

Item Features of the Week

October is here and Halloween is just around the corner. Get ready by visiting these great Etsy shops and see what they have in store.

Here are a few of my favorite Halloween items:

Hand Painted Halloween Ghosts and Pumpkins Serving Tray

(matching wall art also available)

by Gleeza

Pumpkins Hay Rides Apple Cider Handpainted Wood Sign

by blueyedgirl

Halloween Witch Bear-Wee Stuffed Bear

by BearSeason

Halloween Pumpkin Bow

by jmkraige

Please visit these great shops for these and more wonderful Halloween Treats!

Wonderful Giveaway and Amazing Shop

2009-10-01T13:53:00.000-04:00

TicTacDough is featuring a giveaway in her blog that you must see.

If you have a new little one or know someone who does you must visit The Spotted Elephant Boutique on Etsy.

Even if you do not have a little one you will want to "heart" this shop. It is too cute not to.

Sneak Peak!

2009-09-24T13:07:00.003-04:00

2nd Etsy Shop Coming Soon!

I wanted to give you a sneak peak of my new Etsy shop! I should have it ready within the next week. This new shop will feature home decor, particularly monograms hangings and name wall art. Great for baby and kids' rooms.

I have combined my love for scrapbooking and decoupage to create one-of-a-kind pieces. I have not seen similar items on Etsy so I am hoping to have great success.

In addition, I will have other decorations including mats for picture frames and other decor. Look for more to come soon and keep checking my blogs for further updates.

Thanks for looking and be sure to look for Designer Decor coming soon.

Crafts 4 A Cure

2009-09-19T10:51:00.002-04:00

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Help support a fellow Etsian raise money for a cure by purchasing from her shop - Crafts4acure

She is almost at her goal for the Susan G. Komen 3 Day.

See her progress by clicking this link

100% of her proceeds are going to the 3 Day!

Featured Shop of the Week!

2009-09-16T17:29:00.000-04:00

If you are looking for wonderful decor for a nursery, you have to visit:

Panda - Art Designs for Kids

These are simply wonderful gifts for a baby shower or for your own little one. She has many designs, please take a look!

Sports Fever!

2009-09-15T15:11:00.002-04:00

Now is the time when some of the most popular sports collide. With football season now in full swing, the World Series of baseball coming up next month, and the start of basketball just around the corner what better time to through a sports themed party.

Designer Favors is now offering adorable party favor boxes!

These are great for a little boy's birthday party, sports party or as team gifts.

Fill with any kind or candy or goody you'd like.

These favors can be ordered all in one style or a mixed lot.

Check them out at my Etsy shop

Kid-N Around Creations Giveaway

2009-09-10T23:18:00.003-04:00

Kid-N Around Creations is Giving Away

an Adorable set of Bunny Finger Puppets!

CONGRATULATIONS

RockinMamaBG

is the Winner!

Enjoy your prize.

(winner chosen by using True Random Generator by Random.org)

Kid-N Around Creations sells handmade products for children and the young at heart. In her shop you will find everything from bibs, burp cloths, stuffed toys and quilts. She also carries items for us older kids such as check-book covers, tissue cases, casserole covers and lap quilts. All items are made in a smoke free home and are prewashed before being sent out.

The Giveaway!

Here's how to enter:

1. Go to her shop at www.kidnaroundcreations.etsy.com and find your favorite item.
2. Come back and post what item you like the best. Please be sure to leave your contact information. (1 entry)

Additional Entries (Leave a comment for each of the entries so it can be counted toward the giveaway):

- Post this Giveaway on your blog or Twitter Facebook - leave a comment with the link. (1 entry)

- Buy something from Kid-N Around Creations Shop within the giveaway dates-- you'll get 3 extra entries! (Be sure to comment three times if you bought something so you are counted).

This giveaway will run until September 25, 2009.

Other Great Items from Kid-N Around Creations!

Good Luck, the Winner will Be Announced!

Decoupage is coming

2009-09-08T15:15:00.000-04:00

Designer Favors is working on a new technique - Decoupage!!! The first item went up for sale today on Etsy:

Decoupage Chalkboard with Blue and White Accents

Look for new decoupage favor boxes and more to come. Keep following my blog for the newest updates.

Creative Cats!!!

2009-09-04T15:18:00.002-04:00

My four furry friends have selected these great items from etsy. Please visit their shops for more great items!!!

Taffy Chose:
This Patriotic Kitty from KonaCreations is perfect for you Americana decor.

Patriotic Kitty was made using white plush flet that has been colored using a coffee stain. This kitty is full of American spirit and is wrapped in the American flag made of red, white & blue muslin which has also been coffee stained to give it an aged primitive feel. Kitty also sports a homspun bowtie accented with a rusted bell. Kitty hold a handpainted firecracker.

Kitty is approx. 11 inches tall and is weighted with plastic pellets to keep him standing tall. Kitty has button eyes and sisal whiskers.

Sebastian's Choice:

Adorable Clay Kitties from Fliepsiebieps.

These kitty figurine is made with soft polymer clay (and soft accents for the nose and the ears) and measures approximately 1 inch tall. The gray whiskers and the white belly are painted with acrylics. How cute are these?

Dudley's Pick:

Beautiful Tabby Suncatcher from Living Glass Art.

Here's a fun cute stained glass tabby kitty cat face ornament suncatcher that measures 4 3/4 inches tall by 5 inches wide (12cm by 12.5cm).

Creamcicle's face is made using orange and white opal glass and purple amber glass for the nose and for the ears. The eyes are an emerald green glass glob/nugget/gem with hand painted pupils.

All of the pieces except for the globs have been hand cut and assembled using copper foil and solder. The entire piece is then wrapped with lead came with a loop attached to the back and about 4 inches (10cm) of chain included so you can hang your new kitty friend up right away. The metals have been chemically darkened with black patina and nicely polished.

Shelby's Find:

Kitty Note Pad Holder from Cards and Notes.

This is a multi colored cat post it note holder. These are great for gifts for teachers, friends pet lovers or just to keep for yourself. Great to put on your desk or counter.

The holder measures approximately 4" by 4". It holds a 3" by 3" note pad. The holder is made out of chipboard. It is covered with a multi colored cat designed paper on the front and back. The design may vary a bit as far as colors on the cats. The clip also has some of the designer paper on the front and back. It is finished with a brown ribbon.

When the post it notes are used up, you can simply put a new pad under the clip. One note pad is included.

A magnet can be added to the back of the holder if you plan to stick it on something. Just notate in the notes to seller that you would like one.

Also, she does custom orders!

These make great gifts for the cat lover in your life. Don't forget the holidays are just around the corner!!!

I Made My First Sale!

2009-09-01T20:43:00.001-04:00

I just had to let everyone know I made my first sale today. I am so excited! My son went to bed early so I hopped onto Etsy to check on my shop and there it was. A missing feature item. I thought, that's odd I wonder what happened to it. Maybe it sold??? Sure enough it did.

This adorable set of Halloween gift boxes will be going to 4 "little monsters." Definitely a Halloween Treat.

Calling All Cat Lovers

2009-08-31T14:28:00.006-04:00

In honor of my precious furry children, I am looking to feature etsy shop cat items on my blog. To be considered either leave a comment here or convo me on etsy! Items will be featured later this week!

Designer Favors is being Featured

2009-08-31T14:13:00.003-04:00

Designer Favors has been chosen to be featured on Budding Creations blog!!! Please stop by and check it out!

http://www.budding-creations.blogspot.com

Also, Budding Creations is having a Fall Inspired Etsy Artisan Contest!! Visit her blog and see what it's all about or follow the link below. Deadline for final entries is September 30th.

http://etsyartisancon test.blogspot.com

Visit Budding Creations!

Great Gift for Teachers

2009-08-26T14:03:00.018-04:00

It's back to school time and I found some great new items to use in the classroom or to give as gifts. Check out these terrific etsy finds.

Playing Dough
Did you know playing with Tic♥Tac♥Dough is not only fun, but educational too? Shhh-- the kiddos don't have to know!

Learning benefits:
• Promotes creativity
• Encourages generosity
• Builds fine-motor skills

Tic♥Tac♥Dough is available in an assortment of colors and scents. From calming lavender to brain-boosting orange; unscented also available! Gluten allergy? Gluten Free available!
http://ww w.tictacdough.etsy.com

Teacher Magnet Set
What teacher wouldn't love this at home or in the classroom!

The magnet was done on an embroidery machine. Rayon embroidery thread was used. It has 2 layers of a stiff fabric inside so that way it is not a flimsy magnet.

The magnet has a 1" wide x 2" long strip of a strong magnet on the back of it.
The ornament has a ribbon loop sewn into it.
karenannesdesigns

Classroom Clipboard
No more loose papers. Keep all of your lesson plans and homework assignments together in one super cute spot.

This is an altered art decorated clipboard measuring approximately 6" X 9". The front and back are covered in quality scrapbook papers and sealed with coats of mod podge as well as permanent acrylic sealer. Various ribbons decorate the clip at the top and there is also a hanger for hanging when not in use. The coordinating papers are in bright colors and various prints, including a cute alphabet print on the back. A great gift for a teacher!!!
kuteklipboardsbyamy

Please visit these great shops for more unique items!

Shape Up!

2009-08-24T14:08:00.005-04:00

Designer Favors features 3 great gift box shapes to choose. Not only can you custom design your favor boxes to practically any color of the rainbow, you can also choose your shape.

Favors come in Round, Square or Heart shape. Perfect for weddings, showers, holiday parties, birthday parties, school events, everyday gifts, or just about anything!

The choice is up to you. Feel free to check out the many colors and styles on my etsy shop:

http://www.designerfavors.etsy.com

Back To School

2009-08-20T13:53:00.007-04:00

It's back to school time and I'm looking for items to list! If you would like to be featured on my blog, please leave me a comment and a link to your item(s) or convo me. Items will be featured next week.

Here is my latest.

These beautiful paper mache square gift boxes are sophisticated and unique. Perfect for back to school teacher appreciation gifts.

Fill with candy, mints, paperclips, supplies or anything you choose. Each favor is hand painted and features a quaint classroom theme.

Gift boxes are done in the classic classroom colors: red, yellow, blue and green. Each has a white lid and is painted white on the inside.

Favors measure 3” x 3” and 1-1/2" high and hold approximately 1/2 cup of goodies.

Visit my shop at http://designerfavors.etsy.com

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Martha Stewart DIY Wedding Crafts

2009-08-19T16:11:00.008-04:00

Martha Stewart Weddings in partnershiop with Esty is conducting a contest for handcrafted wedding items! The contest runs until September 1st with the winners being announced on October 15.

Designer Favors submitted two items. Please feel free to view and comment at Martha Stewart Weddings (follow the links)!

If you make wedding crafts you can upload your own creations! Good luck everyone.

Pink Rose Topiary
http://contributors.marthastewartweddings.com/portal/index.html?ctrl:id=window.default.ContestWindow&ctrl:type=render&ctrl:windowstate=maximized&op=vpic&user=1178211&ccomm=36776&offset=11&cPicId=98655

Lavender Favor Box
http://contributors.marthastewartweddings.com/portal/index.html?ctrl:id=window.default.ContestWindow&ctrl:type=render&ctrl:windowstate=maximized&op=vpic&user=1178211&ccomm=36776&offset=10&cPicId=98656

Double Dipped Life Winner

2009-08-15T13:35:00.003-04:00

I'm so excited. I was one of two winners on the Double Dipped Life 100 Follower Giveaway. The prize - a custom portrait of my son. Thank you so much.

Please visit the Double Dipped Life's blog at http://doubledippedlife.blogspot.com/

She has not quite reached 100 followers as of today. Sign up for some great reading!

Thanks again.

Spreading the Word

2009-08-14T16:25:00.002-04:00

Great news! Designer Favors will be featured on Kindly Spoken's blog Wednesday, August 19. My first feature.

Please visit http://kindlyspoken.blogspot.com

Thank you Kindly Spoken for to opportunity. If you get a chance, please visit her etsy shop:

http://www.kindlyspoken.etsy.com

The Toughest Job You'll Ever Love

2009-08-13T15:30:00.004-04:00

They say parenting is the toughest job you'll ever love. I do have to agree with that, but it seems now a days it's been even harder. I absolutely love being able to stay at home and raise my two year old son. He is the greatest thing to ever happen to me. But it was tough going from an on-the-go marketing manager to stay-at-home-mommy.

My son is getting more independent every day which started leaving me with a little sense of uselessness. Although he obviously still needs me, I also needed to feel more productive and have a greater sense of self-worth. I decided it was time to fulfill a lifelong dream of owning my own business. Thus, Designer Favors was born.

I started this project about 2-1/2 years ago before he was born but it quickly got put on hold with all of the demands of a newborn. In the past month I've really started to back into my business. I found a wonderful site called etsy which I believe is the best platform for my products. I've also found it very difficult to get things rolling. Fun, but difficult.

I never dreamed I would be keeping up a daily upkeep on Etsy, Facebook, Twitter, this blog and my own website. And I thought raising a two year old was tough! Which leads me back to the title of this post. Which is the toughest job you'll ever love? Your child or your "other child". Both require an enormous amount of nurturing, care and hard work. Although I am still in the beginning stages of my business, I can see this child will be as successful and rewarding as my real flesh and blood. In the end, I have to say my son is the toughest job that I absolutely love, but Designer Favors is a not too distant second!

Designer Favors Facebook Fan Page

2009-08-11T11:59:00.002-04:00

Visit Designer Favors Facebook page and become a fan.

http://www.facebook.com/pages/edit/?id=115991817378#/pages/Designer-Favors/115991817378

Etsy Mini

2009-08-09T22:09:00.002-04:00

Just discovered the etsy mini feature. What an awesome resource. It allowed me to update my designerfavors website to automatically link to my etsy shop without doing a lot of programming. I am not a web developer, but I was able to design my own website. It is a pretty time-consuming process for me and although I enjoy the design aspects, etsy mini saves me so much time and gives me a great end result.

I also discovered it can be placed in blogs and other sites, but I'm still learning the ropes. If you have an etsy shop and have not used this feature - check it out. It can be found on the bottom of "Your Etsy" under the Promotion section.

Working Hard on Etsy Shop

2009-08-08T21:00:00.002-04:00

In the past week I've really been working hard on making DesignerFavors a success. So far I've:
- Worked on this blog (although this is my first post in awhile I've been working on updates and editing)
- Worked on a Facebook page (although it's still not complete, although I did get the word out on my personal account).
- Got involved in Etsy Forums (they can be addicting)
- Revisited my Twitter site and make some new contacts,
- Added new pictures to my Flickr account
- And most importantly I've made several new designs and have been experimenting with photographs.

No sales yet, but I am hopefully that things will pick up soon!

Check out my site at: http://www.designerfavors.etsy.com

Designer Favors on Etsy

2009-05-13T21:31:00.005-04:00

Designer Favors has opened it's own store on Etsy! Please visit us at our new shopping site: www.designerfavors.etsy.com to order online and to see all our latest designs.

Designer Favors prides itself in high quality, one-of-a-kind keepsakes for any special occasion. Now they is even easy to order! Many colors and styles are available along with our custom favors. Create the style and look you want with designer favors!

2009 Wedding Color Trends

2009-04-28T14:52:00.002-04:00

Each wedding season sees a turn on the color wheel. The tends seem to go from pretty pastel to bold and beautiful to the natural touch. Most often, the themes seem to mimic those of the fashion industry. This year is no exception.

Bright, bold colors are the trend this year. Hot colors such as tiffany blue, sunshine yellow and orange abound in 2009. In addition black and white as well as pink continue to remain on par. Also, carrying over from the 2008 season are soft greens, lilac and chocolate brown.

Exotic, tropical color schemes are very popular. This includes turquoise blue, peach, orange and yellow. These colors are easily coordinated and can be incorporated into your entire wedding from dresses to the the flowers to the favors. Use you imagination with these colors. The are fun and exciting.

Pink has always been a wedding favorite. There are so many beautiful shades that your entire wedding can be done in white and multiple shades pink. However, this year is all about a brighter more youthful pink. One elegant alternative would be to keep the bridal dresses more classic pink and brighten with bolder shades in your favors and flowers.

Who can resist and stylis black and white wedding. It is so timeless that you can't go wrong. However, your accents can always be contrary. Pairing your black and white bridal party with red, burgandy or any vibrant color will really bring out the beauty of your day.

In the end, the colors you choose are your choice and should reflect your dream wedding. Whether your prefer light pastels or bold exotics, you won't go wrong as long as stay true to your vision.

Coordinating Your Wedding Theme

2009-04-23T15:00:00.001-04:00

Wedding are one of the most important days in a woman's life and you want every last detail to be perfect. You find the perfect dress, select the right location and choose an amazing color scheme. You have a theme from which everything revolves. But finding wedding favors to match your theme doesn't always come easy. Most manufacturers have a limited number of colors from which to choose. And although you can usually find a similar color to your, that is not always the case.

That is why I created Designer Favors. While planning my own wedding I realized that sage green meant something different to every company. Although most of my wedding coordinated, I did have to make some compromises.

Designer Favors specializes in handmade favors that will add a unique touch to any occasion. We pride ourselves on creating one-of-a-kind keepsakes and elegant designs to that are sure to be remembered. You can select from the most popular stock colors or choose something totally your own. Even the embellishments are customizable.

Check us out and see what we have to offer.

Visit www.designerfavors.com