Divine Intervention?

Just as a teaser, WAIT UNTIL YOU SEE WHAT IS UP MY SLEEVE FOR THE HOLIDAYS! Thank you Dad, for sending me some creative juju.

I have recruited my mom to help me, hopefully I don't have to fire her again. :o)

New headbands and felt clippies coming up!

Getting out of the "funk."

I decided I have done enough feeling sorry for myself and my family (for now!) and need to get some of the "funk" out by creating. Let me tell ya, bows have been a good distraction and I hope my Dad sends me some serious creative mojo from Heaven. Dang, I just realized when I made my wish list to him in the hospital, I forgot to add that!

I have placed my ribbon orders and will be swinging into full gear (aka, REALLY BEHIND for my next show!) early next week for my next show on November 7th. Here are the details!

Oswego High School Craft Show
4250 Route 71
Oswego, IL
9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Cost: $3

I am still not taking any custom orders as of now as I don't want to get overwhelmed and go backwards with my spirit and attitude. :o) BUT, I have decided that I am going to get a site up and running during my downtime in late December-January. So much for "downtime", huh? :o)

Thank you all, AGAIN and AGAIN and AGAIN, for all of your support, understanding, emails, cards and prayers during this EXTREMELY difficult time in my life. I had the World's Greatest Dad, which makes it all even harder. :o(

On hiatus.

As many of you know, and as I mentioned in a previous post, my Dad has been very ill for the past 3 months. Unfortunately he passed away today surrounded by his family. :o( My Dad was one of my biggest supporters and would tell me not to take any time off, but I am exhausted and beyond filled with sadness so I am taking a bit of time off until my next show in November.

I am sorry for any inconvenience this causes, but I need time to be with my family.

Thank you for understanding,
Jill

Back to Reality...

I think we are finally settled back into our old routine since returning from Disney World last week. It was a much needed, OUTSTANDING, vacation. So much that we actually considered booking another Disney vacation for next year before we left but we reminded that Josie still wouldn't be old enough for all of us to enjoy it.

I am busy busting my rump for Saturday's show in Coal City. Octoberfest is located in their downtown area and my booth is by the post office and Boy Scout sponsored activities. Please come see me anytime between 9-5. :o)

On another show note, I am super excited to let you know that I was chosen to be part of the 28th Annual Juried Gingerbread Junction Craft Fair in Naperville on December, 5th. The show will be held at the Hill Middle School, 1836 Brookdale Road, Naperville, IL from 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m., admission is $2.

On a personal note, I am no longer accepting custom orders for the remainder of the year, unless we have already talked. As many of you know, my Dad has been very ill since my parent's 50th Wedding Anniversary in early July and I really need to have some Family/Work balance. (Thank you, Scott for making me do this!) It is all suffering right now. I could literally spend 24 hours a day on custom orders, but simply don't have the time. I continue to add new inventory each month so hopefully you will find something that you like. :o) Thank you all for understanding. I only have one Dad and I don't ever want to look back with any regret. :o)

If you don't follow me on Facebook, here are the Fab Fall Felties that will debut this weekend! Hope to see you there!

Next Show

I have been asked to post my next show information so here you go! Actually, I think I was asked to post it on Facebook, but I will post it here too! :o)

October 3, 2009
Coal City Octoberfest
Downtown Coal City
Sponsored by the Coal City Junior Women's Club
9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. (LONG DAY!)

Coming up this weekend, FAB FALL FELTIES! I have been working on them this week in between filling orders and answering emails. PHEW!

Become a Fan on Facebook!

I have been meaning to let everyone know of Bootsie Marie Boutique's Facebook page for ummmmmm, MONTHS now! So here I am, asking (begging) you to become a fan. :o)

Simply search for Bootsie Marie Boutique like you would a friend (or enemy!) on Facebook and Bootsie Marie Boutique (and myself!) will pop up in the results. Friend me, also, if you would like!

First Day of School

I normally don't post personal items on my business blog, but many customers have become friends and have asked about Tanner so I thought I would share his first day of Pre-School picture. :o)

We have been blessed to be able to send him to Lutheran school this year and we (meaning ME!) survived his first day with a gold star. It is hard to believe he is in school. :o(



P.S. Dug, the dog from Up, didn't attend but was waiting for him in the car when we picked him up. :o)

P.P.S. Click on the picture to make it bigger.