Some winter cheer is here!

It's January.
Time to beat the winter blues with some new accessory cheer!  Just in time for Valentine's Day, I managed to get a felt heart design onto a headband. Perfect for showing a little love to your little love! (remember we use the softest 100% wool felt and natural cotton fluff for stuffing- no flimsy felt fuzzies here!)  Also an interchangeable headband featuring our simply chic silk flower. If you can't decide on one color- now you can change your flower to suit your style! This of course means we also have the Large Sequin Flower as a separate clip now due to popular demand! ;)  Inspired by the hair ties found at Anthropolgie and Sephora- we now carry these simple, chic and colorful elastic bands. They are also softer and wider so they hug hair without the tug and major indents left by regular ponytail elastics. Definately a new fav around here with us big girls!  And the girls love them as bracelets too! Also coming very very soon- some matching accessories for your American Girl and other similar dolls.And some more surprises for those with a little less than a full head of hair! Don't forget to check out the  LAST CHANCE  section to grab a deal on styles that are leaving. We are de-stashing to make room for some newer trendier designs! Yay!  And oh yeah- let's also brighten the day with 20% off through Jan 31stJust use: WINTER20 upon checkout. Hope this brightens your winter blahs! Happy January All!!

Out with the old...

I tend to be a keeper.
A keeper of things.
This especially includes all things hair accessory related.

It is finally time to clear out some of the designs and old stock that have graced the store for years.
Now you can clean up on my clearing out of older items.

Check out the
LAST CHANCE
area for clips that are priced to go!
Some quantities are extremely limited and most of these will not be coming back.
This is a great time to try out a couple clips at a fraction of the price.
There are even a few clearanced clips for Valentine's and lots of great colors for spring!




Enjoy!

Happy New Year!

Yes! I am still here!
Unfortunately, I did not win the awesome giveaway at
Oh my! handmade Goodness...
but
I did win some inspiration.
I know, I know.
I have been talking about rebranding for years.
But this is it.
I am ready to find a more sophisticated look.
We have earned it.

But first- I am working on getting rid of a lot of old stock. A lot.
I will add a sale section called "Last Chance" for all the items that will be discontinued.
These will be offered at crazy low prices.
(so a great time to get some clips for a rainy day).

Once I have lightened the load in my stock drawers...I will be working on adding a few cool new things.
The secret words to give you some clues are
"interchangeable"
"ponytails"
"Dolly and Me" or "American Girl".
(eeeck!)

I am also caught up.
Caught up on what you ask?
It may have something to do with all these...



So be sure to check back soon.
2012 will be a year of big changes.
For reals.

And if you have any cool ideas- please send them my way. I will be trying out all sorts of new styles and ideas the next month or so.
Send me a winner, and I will give you Bowtique credit!!
Happy New Year friends!

Oh My! Handmade Goodness Ultimate Entrepreneur Giveaway!

This is big.
I mean really big.
Jessika and a team of brilliant techy saavy ladies are offering the opportunity of a lifetime at
Oh My! Handmade Goodness
(or at least it feels that way to a small business owner),
with thousands of dollars worth of web services, advertising and all things to make an entrepreneur all giddy!!
Why would I consider entering you ask?
Good question.

I have seen so many talented artisans, and other deserving small businesses too, but I feel this would give me the push to finally re-design TheBowtique brand to represent all that it has become today.
(and so much more part of my life than the small store template I once bought years ago).
I have been wanting to update TheBowtique for years.
Years.
And it is plain to see, that I will not do it on my own.
(partly because html coding and myself are not the best of friends).
And partly because I have three littles at home, so unless they add another 3 hours to each day- I need the help.
The Ultimate Enterpreneur Giveaway would forever change my little world and make 2012 a very bright year indeed!
(and one step closer to my ultimate goal of taking the world over one bow at a time)

One More Day for the Biggest Giveaway!

In case you haven't heard...there is one more day to enter our biggest giveaway ever!
A special thank you to This Mama Loves Her Bargains for working with us.
One lucky person will receive a $50 gift certificate to spend at TheBowtique.com!
(and if you hurry, it can arrive before Christmas!)

You can check it out HERE
Or click on the Giveaway Tab on our FB Page!



If you haven't checked out Queen B's site- you MUST!

She finds the greatest deals and giveaways around!
We are big fans of her around here!

Also note- Free shipping will continue through December 10th with the code:
HOLIDAYSHIP

December 10th is also the last day for guaranteed holiday orders.

Alrighty- you may resume your normal web browsing!
Happy Shopping Season!

Holiday Cheer in the form of Free Shipping!

You heard me!
All orders will receive free first class shipping through Dec.7th.
Just our way to add a little holiday cheer to your shopping season!

Also note that December 9th is the last day to ensure Christmas delivery. Orders after this date may or may not arrive on time for stocking stuffers. (but I can be sure to let you know closer to then).

To receive your free shipping, please enter the code:
HOLIDAYSHIP
upon check out!

BIG savings with Small Business Saturday!

Tis true! You can save big! (our biggest discounts ever)
Be sure to enter the code: HOLIDAY30 to receive 30% off the total of your order!
We love to support small business and all the charm they bring!
If you are looking for some inspiration, be sure to check out Etsy!
These are some of my favorite sites! (including our small Etsy store as well!)

TheBowtique on Etsy
Knees and Paws
Luxe Adornments
JWG Creations
AHeirloom
Felix Street Studio

Thankful (with a big ol' discount)

I am thankful for all of my blessings.
My blessings include all those that have supported my Bowtique adventure which started 7 years ago. I never dreamt I would still be doing this today.
But, you keep coming back for my handcrafted goodness (although I like to think its because of my charm) and inspire me to continue this crafty adventure.
To say Thank You to my ever-loyal and supportive customers (many who are now friends), I am offering our biggest discount of 30% storewide through Monday, November 28th.
Thank you from the bottom of my Felt-Fuzzy heart.
Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours.

Only 32 days left until Christmas!

Yes, really...it's that time again. Time to finally get on it and start some holiday shopping. Even if you are like me and shop well under pressure, its time to think about all the teachers, hostesses and other small gifts that creep up quicker.
I have already made a few felt ornaments as an extra add on gift for those people on our list. We are totally digging the felt fuzzy clips as ornaments. So be sure to check them out. (and you can even go on about how they are eco-friendly, being made with 100% wool felt and stuffed with natural cotton fluff!)


Did I mention the cute new polka dot holiday headbands?





This is also a reminder that if you want to ensure Christmas delivery for sticking stuffers, be sure to place your order by Dec. 7th. I may be able to extend that deadline as we get closer, but it's been taking me 7-10 days to get through the worklist.
Of course the Priority Post option will allow orders through the 10th or so.
I will be sure to change the date if needed on the homepage!

Happy Holiday Shopping everyone!
Only 32 days to Christmas!
Go!

Can you handle the cuteness?

After years of being asked and asked, I finally managed to use our adorable Felt Fuzzy designs as Christmas ornaments!
So for the holiday season, not only can you adorn yourself with our super fabulous Felt fuzzies, but you can match your tree too! (I know- a whole 'nother level of crazy!)
But I think you will agree, it makes for some pretty cool handcrafted goodness.

As always, our felt designs are hand cut, hand sewn and crafted using the most beautiful and soft 100% wool felt (heirloom quality). They are carefully stuffed with natural cotton (so no flimsyness here), and secured to a pretty ribbon for hanging!
The felt ornaments are slightly bigger than our original felt hair clips and measure almost 3 inches. (still, not so big) These are made for years of enjoyment.




Did I mention that we also made our Kanzashi flowers (the art of Japaneseinto a poinsettia for the holidays?!
Our poinsettia kanzashi measures almost 3 inches across. Also very pretty on a tree (or matching in your hair). Again, my coordination knows no limits!


Not only do our felt fuzzies look good as ornaments, but they also make mighty fine stocking stuffers!
You're welcome!

It has begun!

The Great Uploading of the 2011 Holiday at The Bowtique!

Without further ado, I give you some of our new holiday pieces!
Both the Snowman and Reindeer clips are crafted from imported woven ribbon made using Oeko-Tex Standard.


A slight twist to the starburst kanzashi flower.

I could't stop at solid color flowers, could I?


Also a few new pieces that do not have anything to do with the holidays, but we think they make nice additions to our collection! (and of course some pretty cool gifts for the holidays- I know, I am shameless ;)
My fav- the Sequin Flower BowHolder, a small twist to our traditional holder.

A new "sugarplum" color added to the Sequin Flower accessories.

The new Satin Flower Puff-

Soft, BowTie Babyband (also available with a monogram!)


Aaaaand, last but not least- a sneaky peaky at what will be up next.
Now you can have some of our most adorable designs made into ornaments! We've been doing it for years and after many requests decided to offer them this year. Yay!
(be sure to keep your eyes open next week).


Whew. Enjoy.

Still time for your Halloweenie!

I have added a couple new items for Halloween.




Of course, there are also everyday items that would be cute in the spirit of orange/black and could also be worn all year!
Like the dragonfly clips-


Or the Make Your Own Felt Headband, but a Halloweenie Design!


Or the Satin Puffs-


Or even the newer Monogrammed Adjustable headband!


And of course, who wouldn't love some adorable dress up antennas that could be used for dress up all year round! And the best part is that you can customize them to coordinate to any costume! A bee, a butterfly, a ladybug...


Still plenty of time to get those orders in for your sweet Halloweenies!

I am now off to try and get the next holiday collection ready to go!

Sneaky Peaky

Thanks to my lovely 7 year old, she managed to take a picture of one of the new headband designs!

Hang on!

We have been enjoying the summertime so much, that it has been hard to get new items up on the website, but I promise I am working on it.
In fact, I think I will have some new items up within the next day or two!!
(that's a big woohoo for me!)
Not a ton of new items, but some new colors for the flowers that have become a fast favorite!
(plus I am working on holiday items now, so I can hopefully have those up much sooner as well).
Then everyone is winning!

STay tuned...and if you haven't already, find us on Facebook...I will be doing most promoting there.

Psst, check us out:
HERE

We're baaaaack!

Just a quick hello to let you know that I did indeed survive the Great Move of 2011 (mostly).
This move was by far the longest one yet...but we managed to settle in a bit and didn't even lose a kid, so kudos to me!
I may add a couple items just for the summer.
I am already thinking ahead to fall and winter. I hope to be getting Fall items up in July and holidays by August.
Orders are currently running up to one week. But to make it worth the while, please enjoy 15% off your order with the code:
SUMMER15
(through July)

Happy Summer All!
P.S. Did I mention that I am never moving ever again?

We will be taking a vacation!

Just a heads up that The Bowtique will be closed from June 6th until June 27th (give or take a couple days).
We are once again relocating! The good news is that this will be the last relocation (possibly ever).

I will be available via email, so please give me a quick shout if you need anything, and I will do my best to accomodate (as long as I can find my supplies).
We all know that feeling when you need an unexpected gift or favorite bow is lost.

Happy End of School!!

The Good, the Bad and the Savings.

The Good.
April Showers bring May flowers?
Well, at least they do in the Bowtique world.
Come and see the new Kanzashi style flowers that are slowly being added to the website...yes, I learned a new trick!
I absolutely adore these new folded flowers, so be sure that there will be more added once I get my hand son some new fabrics!


The Bad.
We are clearing out older styles to lighten the load for our move.
We will once again be closing up the website for a week or two at the end of May/beginning of June...so mark your calenders!
Yes. I know its been a year since the last one...but I hope this will be the last for awhile...so help me le go of some older styles and a great deal to make way for new styles coming in the next few months.

The Savings.
Now through May 3rd, enjoy 20% off your total order, by entering the code:
SPRING20
And yes, this is also includes our newly on sale items!! (limited quantities of those).

Jumpin' on the FlowerBand wagon...

Flowers seem to the all the rage in the trendy world of hair accessories.
I find faux flowers at the big box stores, but I find they are scratchy and don't look as nice as I would like.

I am happy to report, after a very long search, I have finally found some beautiful silk flowers to add to the Bowtique collection.
I have also spent a little more time working on some new items for our tiniest customers-
Introducing our new FlowerBands!
Our flowerbands, flower clips and bitsybands, are perfect for pictures or as newborn gifts, especially with spring well under way.
They also look sweet in a little girl's hair too!

Now that this flower craze has begun, I have a feeling you can expect some new flower items for the summer too!
AFterall, April showers bring May flowers, right?

To receive Easter Orders on time...

please place your order by April 10th.
(or maybe a few days later if you plan on using Priority Post!!)

That is all.

New baby bands are up on the website- I will be mentioning those very soon. We are still trying to come back to reality after a glorious Spring Break vacation!
But it's high on my to-do list!

Another Bowtique Babe's Birthday!

We can thank #1 for starting the whole "bow thing".

We can thank #2 for some of the serisouly cute designs.
Thanks to Ava's strange love for snails, jellyfish, and owls, the words-
"Mom, can you make me..."
helped to come up with some adorable felt fuzzies!

Happy 5th Birthday to my intense, clever and very funny Ava.
There is no other Flava.



And I have extended the 20% off your total with the
HAPPY20 code!