Rayne's State Pageant Stage Shots

Just had to share with my blog followers..We just got our pictures today and I'm so happy!!!

Drowning in BOWS!

For the next three weeks I will be almost literally drowning in bows. July 9th is the Stroud International Brick and Rolling Pin Festival. It's really kind of a neat little celebration.


The festival is held between the four townships of STROUD in Canada, UK, USA and Australia. Here in Stroud, OK the festival starts with a parade, then there are competitions such as a rolling pin throw, brick toss, brick decorating contest, pie making and eating contest, a pageant, the list goes on.

There are also bands that play throughout the day, vendors, last year we had a car show and a pony ride. It's a really unique festival and fun for the whole family!


Anyway, this will be my first time setting up as a vendor. I've been making sure I have everything I need over the last couple of weeks and will be working on my inventory up through the 9th. I'm pretty sure I'll be drowning in bows and tutus at that point. I certainly hope to see lots of people out at the festival and I can't wait to meet customers, new and old!

Dazzling Divas in their Diva Dazzle Bows

I’m so very pleased to be able to introduce a new line of bows in my shop! My inspiration for this line was my little girl…as usual. But, more specifically the pageant princess side.  While we were attending her state pageant a couple of weekends ago I found myself glancing at accessories when we weren’t on the stage.  

Shocking Blue Zebra Diva Dazzle Bow

To my surprise I found a limited amount of fun and sparkling designs for accessories. And what little girl doesn’t want to sparkle? I decided right then and there that I was going to work on a design that would look great for pageants AND also for everyday outfits.

Hot Zebra Diva Dazzle Bow

Sparkler Diva Dazzle Bow

These adorable Diva Dazzle Bows were what I came up with! Made with yards of ribbons and accents of tulle, sequined trim, and other fun and funky materials; they have enough BLING for the stage and are fun and funky enough for everyday wear.  

Girls can wear one in a ponytail or in a half up style OR they can wear two as pigtail bows for some extra dazzle! I can’t wait to come up with more and more beautiful combinations for these fun bows.

I have every hope that your little divas will love them as much as mine do! I can’t wait to see the customer pics of Dazzling Divas in their Diva Dazzle Bows!!!

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All hail the Supreme Queen!!!

So the outfits were worn and the hair and makeup done. There were little girls with little curls EVERYWHERE. I couldn't be more proud of my little diva! She did a great job at the Little Miss Oklahoma State Pageant this past weekend.

For those of you that have never experienced a pageant, the state pageant is like the playoffs in any sport. It's a big deal. All of the girls bring their A game. My little princess was no exception! Generally I wonder when she's going to melt down in front of everyone and decide not to cooperate. It's usually inevitable. I'm not sure whether she just finally decided not to, or whether it was b/c there was finally an actual STAGE for her to strut her stuff on, but she ROCKED it out in every single part of the competition.

We weren't allowed to take pics of the girls on stage during competition (we had to purchase those) and I was standing behind her on stage most of the competition (but I was clearly unneccessary as she did her own adorable thing) but I did order photos and a video so I could see what everyone else got to see. Everyone I talked to though said she was absolutely adorable and everyone loved her outfits (which I was sure to point out I made) I did get a picture or two of her Hollywood wear at home outside...and here they are.

In the end, my adorable diva/model/pageant princess won Little Miss Oklahoma State Divisional Supreme Queen (for 2-3 year old age division) Not to shabby! And very much deserved for her hard work! I love my little Queen!

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In other recent news, I was given the position of Leader in my awesome Promotional Frenzy Team on Etsy. I am truly honored that I have been given this opportunity to help all of my teammates out. I love our team! There is nothing like a group of people banding together to help each other reach their goals!!! BEST. TEAM. EVER.

Ch-ch-ch-changes and my busy May

My lovely family at my friend's wedding!

Well, my busy month is almost over. One more big event this coming weekend...my little diva's Little Miss Oklahoma State Pageant. I have completed her outfits and I'm SO excited for her to ROCK them on stage. I also can't wait to post them for all of you to see the hard work I've been putting in. I have made ALL of them by myself...no patterns, just my own little imaginings! I'll get some great pics of them, no worries. Everyone cross your fingers for a big win for my adorable little model!

This is one of my daughter's many outfits that I have made all by my little lonesome....

I know, I know, most of you have seen this one but I'll reveal the new ones after the competition Saturday! I can't wait to show you!

Now on to the Ch-ch-ch-changes

I know that change is hard for people sometimes...but some changes are really great ones. I've been thinking about this a lot today. How do we know if something is going to be a good thing unless we try it? The answer....we don't. I would encourage everyone to have an adventurous spirit....scary? Yes, sometimes change can be...but as people wiser than I have said "Nothing ventured, nothing gained" Give it a try...you may like it...

Busiest May EVER

This month is SO busy I feel like I can barely breathe. I haven't had a weekend where I did not have some kind of major plans.

The next two weekends are going to be particularly busy. I am a bridesmaid for one of my best friends. We all probably know how busy schedules get around a wedding. Her wedding is going to ROCK! We are wearing some gorgeous dresses that look very "Greek Goddess" inspired...but the best part? The best part is we are wearing very comfy Chuck Taylor's All-Star sneakers under them!!! (Gotta love my awesome friends)

Then, next weekend is my youngest daughter's (my adorable model) state beauty pageant! I have been a busy busy lady trying to get all of her outfits ready (yes, I am crazy enough to make them all myself) I will post pictures of them after her competition next weekend. They are really beautiful, and I can't wait to see them on her on stage!

I have chosen some great music to go with each outfit and I'm crossing my fingers that my adorable little girl gets the recognition she deserves for being so awesome!

These things aren't even including all of my normal everyday duties around the house and with the kids. Not to mention my orders and my awesome customers!

Maybe the first weekend in June I'll get a break...maybe...

Spring has SPRUNG...and other random updates.

I am happy to say that Spring has FINALLY arrived!! The weather is so nice outside and I'm able to go out and get some great pictures with my little girl again! Now if only the wind would let up a little we'd be doing GREAT! We went outside today and Rayne helped me plant a few things in the garden that my husband framed for me. (When I say she helped...she stood behind me in her tutu, bows, and pink dress up high heels and told me that I was doing a good job)

Two of my kiddos have Birthdays this week. My oldest son turned 12 on Monday and my youngest turns 1 on Thursday. It's official....I don't have any "babies" anymore. It's a little sad for me that all of my kids are growing up so fast.

In case you're looking for some awesome giveaways, I am sponsoring one on Kate n' Kaboodle . She's doing a whole week of Etsy sellers that are giving away really cool items! Stop by and you can enter to win my Pink Leopard Poofy Piggie Bows.

I hope everyone has a great day and if it's nice outside where you live...get out and ENJOY it!