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Uncategorized May 15, 2011

The Give Away Panties are finished and ready to ship out to the lucky winner! I made them out of my favourite cotton, it’s got hints of pink, blue and brown all on a lovely creamy base. I added a ruffled layer of lace under a ruffled layer of torn chiffon. The legs and waist are trimmed in satin elastic. I really hope she likes them! I will be offering these up for sale in any size in my Etsy shop soon.

I’ve been playing around a lot with ruffled, torn chiffon. I really like the effect of the frayed edges. So delicate and antique looking.
Yesterday I placed the order for my wedding cake and cupcakes. Dan had to work so the decision was left up to me. I’ve been really lucky to have a fiancé who actually likes to be involved with the whole wedding process and has been really helpful, so I was nervous about making the decision alone. We went with cupcakes for the guests, chocolate and vanilla with cream coloured icing. Some will be done with polka dots in black or raspberry, and some will have bows. The cake is just going to be a 6″ cake to cut, and will also have a bow around it. I was surprised that Dan actually liked this idea! I was really worried it would be too girlie, but I think it’s going to look really nice, and hopefully not too “wedding-y”.
My mom and I also picked up some flowers to start thinking about the table arrangements. We got some carnations, a big white flower that looks like a giant aster, and some filler called wax flower. We stuck them in a mason jar, and voila!
I think I might finally have everything sort of under control.
PS. my heartsy deal may be going on sale on Tuesday!

Wedding Rings

Uncategorized May 14, 2011
Dan and I picked out our wedding bands today. My engagement ring is

a traditional solitaire diamond ring in white gold. It’s minimal and shiny and gorgeous. I love my ring so much, every time I look at it I’m still slightly taken aback by it!
When I got the ring and started thinking about bands, I thought I would get a traditional band with small set in stones. I liked the way they looked, but it didn’t wow me. I think they are called
Infinity bands.
Tonight we were all set to buy both of our rings. I had even written down the item number of the Infinity band… as I was trying it on for the last time, the sales person said… “Hang on, why don’t you try on this one.” And she pulled out this:
And I fell in love. Now I really, really, really can’t wait until our wedding day. I can’t wait to be Dan’s wife, and I can’t wait to wear this ring! It fits perfectly with my engagement ring, and is so pretty and different.
Dan chose a tungsten metal ring, very masculine and very Dan. I think he look extra sexy with a wedding band on!
Tomorrow I am going to order the wedding cake and cupcakes. We are hoping to get an assortment of cupcakes, and a single cake for the cutting ceremony.



Exhausted!

Uncategorized May 8, 2011

I am exhausted!
This morning we made a family trip to a local greenhouse for mothers day, where we ended up picking up some beautiful dalias for the wedding. Afterwards, Dan and I spent a bit of time hiking local trails with the dog (who is now passed out cold on the couch and has been since about 2:00 this afternoon). Since we got back I’ve been sewing, sewing sewing… which I also did all day yesterday! Not that I’m complaining.


I finished up a custom order, a romper and panties, a camisole and knickers, and started the top secret give away ruffle bloomers, which you can see a sneak peek of at the top of this post! The set you see here is my peekaboo set, but with a little twist… I added more fullness to the ruffle around the hip and a nicer picot elastic. I made the top a basic bandeau with a clasp at the back and adjustable straps, covered in the chiffon in the front. I finished it of with a couple of fabric covered buttons, and am really happy with how it turned out! I must work with chiffon more. It can be a little tricky to work with, but it is so pretty and feminine.
So it’s back to work tomorrow after my first full weekend off. I’m actually looking forward to getting back to work… what a difference a good day job can make… I feel like I have so much more energy and such a better attitude towards life! I hope I keep liking this job as much as I have enjoyed it this week… as funny as it is to be doing social media marketing for a company that specializes in adult intimacy products, it is so much fun and really interesting! I feel pretty darn lucky to have stumbled upon this opportunity. It’s providing me with a lot of great experience for Ohhh Lulu as well, which I have made a tentative goal of making my full time job in about a years time… finances permitting.

The only single thing I can even think to complain about is that I have had a never ending headache the last few days… To soothe it I’ve been taking some over the counter sinus medication, which seem to help a bit, but really makes me fuzzy and cloudy. I’ve been in a cold-medicine induced haze all weekend… I think I will take the rest of the night off and rest!

New Beginnings

Uncategorized May 3, 2011

This has been a busy week so far! Here’s the recap (and it’s only Tuesday!):

I started my new job on Monday, doing social media coordinating for a company that makes organic, vegan sexual health products. I’ve spent my last two days facebooking, and twittering, and contemplating tumblr. I’m excited and nervous about this new endeavour, but so grateful for the opportunity! Who wouldn’t want to read and write about sex, love, and relationships all day?
On the Ohhh Lulu front, I am finishing up orders and dreaming up something special for Justine, my Give Away winner! I have a ton of orders on the go and a bunch waiting to be started. While it’s kind of stressful balancing a new day job with a growing business, wedding planning, and an extremely needy monster pug, I’m not sure I’d have it any other way!
Yesterday was the federal election here in Canada, and I am happy to announce that my favourite of all politicians, Jack Layton of the NDP party has made incredible headway and has now formed the Opposition party. Unfortunately, we still have a conservative government, but I am still a very happy, proud Canadian today. I’m hoping all my Canadian readers went out to preform their civic duty and voted… even if you didn’t vote NDP!
Yesterday was also my Grandmothers burial. I felt awkward going… feeling like I had already done my mourning months ago… but the service was short, and sweet, and it was nice to have a final goodbye with my family. The minister ended the short, graveside service wondering “what Loreen must be up to now…” It put a smile on my face and made me excited for all of the new beginnings.

CONTEST CLOSED!

Uncategorized May 1, 2011

Congratulations to Justine at Sew Country Chick! You have won a free pair of Ohhh Lulu ruffle bloomers in a surprise fabric combination of my choice!

I am really excited to get a start on these in the next week or so!
So, once again, the contest has closed, and a big Hurray to Justine!

What I’m working on now…

Uncategorized April 30, 2011

So I ended my stint at the mechanics shop on Thursday, around noon. While I’d like to say I’m sad to be closing this chapter in my life… I’m not. I am so happy to never have to go back there again! While I’m happy to know a little more about cars, and am very proud of myself for persevering through it, I’m so very glad it’s over! I am excited to start my new job on Monday morning.

So, between yesterday and today, between grocery shopping trips, making dinner, and cleaning, I made two bathing suits. The first, a pink floral frilly number, and the second a goldenrod malliot (which is my favourite, and I will keep the sample for myself).

I purchased several yards of spandex on line, and it arrived within days! I’ve been wanting to delve into swim wear for a while now. I’ve always had a hard time finding bathing suits I am comfortable in. While I am petite, I’ve got an ample chest, and curvy hips and I feel like I should be on Baywatch or in some sleazy magazine whenever I put on a bikini… not to mention the discomfort of constantly having to make sure your bosom is still covered by the little fabric triangles…
I’m thinking these will be much more my style… besides, if you ask me, a little modesty is very, very sexy.

Besides swimsuits, I’ve been working on another soft bra, and filling orders. Last week I got a ton of orders that I am trying to get finished up before starting my new job.

For now… I have a headache. Time to curl up on the couch and enjoy some relaxation time!
And remember, tomorrow I draw for the Give Away winner!

Awesome!

Uncategorized April 25, 2011

So I posted a few more items on Sense of Fashion this morning…

And checked their Facebook Page this afternoon, and there I was!

What a nice surprise… One of the perks to joining a community a little less saturated than Etsy (Not that I don’t love Etsy, because I do!). I thought that was great that they high light new sellers on their facebook page. I don’t get a lot of views over there (no sales yet!), but I hope they gain in some popularity. I do love Etsy, I love the look, like the layout, mostly love the community, but it is really great to have an alternative.

My Heartsy deal has been voted on and has gone to the official Heartsy Judges. I guess I’ll find out in the next few days if they are interested. Still kind of uncertain about this whole business, but we will see how it goes!

My last few days at the day job seem to be long and drawn out. It’s nearly 4:00 and I still have 3 hours to go! I’m really excited about starting my new job, and really looking forward to regular 9-5 hours again.

Official Give Away Post!

Uncategorized April 24, 2011

It seems my Ruffle Bloomers are the most sought after panties I make… so, I am giving a pair away! These normally sell for $30-$40 in my Etsy Shop, but you get a chance to win a pair, in your size for free, free, free!


The ruffle bloomer panties will be made in your choice of small (32-34″ hip), medium (35-37″ hip), or large (38-40″ hip).

Comment on this post for your chance to win! I will run the contest from today, Sunday, April 24, and close a week later, on Sunday, May 1st.
Here is the one catch… I am keeping the fabric choice top-secret! But, I promise, they will be lovely.

Remember, you are not winning the panties shown above, but brand new, top secret, FBI cover-up, never seen before Ruffle Bloomer!

Comment here with your name and email address, I will do a random number draw after closing next Sunday. Good luck to everyone!

Thanks to everyone for celebrating all my ups and downs with me and cheering me on along the way!

EDIT: I will ship this anywhere in the world!

Wedding Place Cards and Easter x2!

Uncategorized April 24, 2011

Yesterday, after work, Dan and I did some running around to get the materials for place cards for the wedding. I realized just the other day that it is just over 4 months until the wedding and I wanted to start getting some of the crafty things out of the way so I am not stressing out (too much) in the weeks prior to the big day!

I really wanted to somehow incorporate photo-props into the wedding, so we decided for place cards we would make moustaches, beards, and funny lips. So we purchased some felt, dowel, bristol board, and a hot glue gun.
I printed out moustache, beard, glasses, and lips shapes onto some card stock, cut around the shapes, which created my template (Martha Stewart has some templates on her website). I double-sided taped the felt to my sheet of bristol board, traced the templates onto the bristol board and cut out my shapes. I then peeled back parts of the felt from the card stock to hot-glue my sticks between the layers. For the names, we used photo corners from the dollar store, and printed out our guest list. I made a couple up to see how they would look finished and I’m quite happy! We will stick one of these in each glass at the tables so guests can find their seats.
My wedding invitations are printed and ready to be addressed! It’s too early to send them, but they are ready to go. I feel so much better having a few more things checked off the list. Next is flower girls dresses, which I am making, and Dan’s suit!
Today Dan and I spent Easter with his family in the morning, and my family later in the afternoon. We had two ham dinners and I am so very, very full. I am so lucky to have such wonderful families! It was a fun day filled with chocolate-fuelled children. When I leave from my family gathering, I’m left feeling so grateful, which I think, is a rare, and awesome thing.