The Holidays Are Here!

All but two of the customs for the year are done and shipped, just waiting on shipping for those remaining. YIPEE! Michael will be home next week, after over a month abroad. Needless to say, we are all more than ready for this holiday season to officially begin.

Of course, I can't sit still for long, so I decided to make Cuddle Blankets for the kids to keep in the car. Xander just got a lovely red chair, so I did his in Vamp to match. Magnus wanted his to be "blue". He never strays too far from the original "pink. and blue." colorway he requested of his first Cuddle. Lorelai dyed hers all by herself. She is unbelievably proud of her sunny, girly creation. In her words, "it's the best Cuddle Blanket EVER!" Ah, to be almost 6 and so happy. Well, I can't say I'm any less happy, just not 6.

Happy Halloween All!

I hope everyone has a spooky, treat filled Halloween! The kids would tell you that they are going as Hannah Montana and the real Hannah Montana. Funny thing is that the one without the wig is the real one!

Customs From the Last Few Weeks

I've been remiss. I haven't done a good job posting about custom orders, or updates on what's going on. I'm such a bad blogger! Well, here's the mother load of updates.

I'm stocking a ton this month. Venus Vanguard just finished the first of four movie stockings, the next will be Wild Rumpus on 9/10, then Freaky Friday on 9/18 and our pic on 9/24. I chose Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory. These have been a ton of fun and I can't believe what the other ladies have done. So much creativity there!

Fresh celebrates it's first birthday this week with a reFresh themed stocking. I've refreshed a few popular colorways, taken a refreshing look at some tried and true colors and just experimented in general. I haven't been satisfied to do things too many times, I've been searching for an outlet to do new colorways in, and this stocking has proven to be just the right thing.

I've also started a Facebook fan page for Tickety Bu. It's the place for all sneak peeks of upcoming stockings. I'll post there first, sometimes days before the previews go live, so become a fan and get the inside track to what's coming next.

My customs list is LONG in case you hadn't noticed. I'm getting a little nervous about it considering how close we are to the holidays. Doesn't seem like it, I know, but in all honesty, I might not be able to open the list again before the holiday USPS shipping deadline. I'm working hard to get a handle on it so that some more people can do some holiday shopping with me. Be sure to sign up for my newsletter as I will open it to that group first.

And, last but not least some most recent customs. I have too many to post, but wanted to share some at least. Enjoy!

First, my latest wholesale order for Waddle N Swaddle. Always a treat to see your things in a store and Jenn is such fun to work with.





Some fun, girly Cuddle Blanket and Bitty Bu sets:








A Cuddle Blanket in one of my favorite girly coloways:



A Throw for mom and a Blanket for son:





And a fun diaper 6-pack:

A New Bit Of Love, the Bitty Bu™

I have been told for a long time now stories of customers losing their Tickety Bu diapers when their little ones fell in love with them and wouldn't let them go. They were being stolen and turned into loveys. I always thought this little bit of thievery was adorable, but I really couldn't relate since both of my two older children never took a lovey.



Well, along came Xander. All of my products have been born out of a real need with my own children and this is no different. Xander has been in love with fabric since birth and has a habit of holding onto blankets, covering his face with them when he sleeps. I didn't want him getting tangled up in a blanket in his sleep, but wanted to give him the comfort he desired. And the Bitty Bu was born.



Sized 14" square, the Bitty Bu is small enough to hold and cherish, but big enough to comfort for years. Made of my luscious organic bamboo velour they have no picot edge, trim or binding to get in the way of all that love.

Vacation Customs Galore

I recently got back from vacation and was busy before and ever since with customs. Here are some fun things for some really great clients.

First off are two Cuddle Throws™ for two of my good friends who recently celebrated birthdays. The first one is Jewel and the second is a new colorway called Sarah.









All of this was an anything goes custom order for a great, long-time client. She got two Cuddle Throws, a hooded towel and a set of pillow cases.













A recent trade with another WAHM gave me some incredible knit woolies and her a Cuddle Throw, a set of hooded towels for her kids and I sent her a bath sheet just for her as a pay it forward gift.











Last but not least, a sweet Cuddle Blanket™ for a sweet mama.

For Var and Nita

When I think about all that Nita of Hot Salad has been going through lately it breaks my heart. Nita is an awesome WAHM and an awesome mom. When I found out that other WAHMs were getting together to help her travel to see Var, I had to help out too. I can't imagine the idea of being away from my kids and know how hard this must be on Nita and her family. I keep them in my thoughts everyday and hope for the best for them all. Join me and other great WAHMs at Fiber Chrysallis on the 11th as we try to give this great family a little bit of comfort.

Local Artisan Trunk Show Open House

I'll be at a local artisan show in May, so come check me out if you are in the area! Waddle n Swaddle is a maternity boutique in the Poughkeepsie NY area specializing in made in the U.S.A. fashion forward design, transition and nursing clothes, all types of baby carriers and unique baby items and gifts and will be hosting a Local Artisan Trunk Show Open House on Saturday, May 16th from 12-4pm.

Meet local artisans that have products and services at Waddle n Swaddle everyday, and see their full line of products related to pregnancy, postpartum, children and family. Touch, feel and experience the products or services, meet the person behind the line and enjoy some light refreshments! The local artisans participating include:

HagRag
Jae Bird Studies
Lyla's Lovelies
my SIS designs
Prenatal Yoga and Tiny Yoga
Surprise Photography
Three Sisters Herbals
Tickety Bu
Yoga with Your Baby
WOW Baby