tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-80599330387256045292024-02-19T14:52:01.467-08:00Life of FleurAndreahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04506689030007912981noreply@blogger.comBlogger24125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8059933038725604529.post-65498635834900489402013-05-08T08:38:00.001-07:002013-05-08T11:01:12.295-07:00Hello Again!It's ME! Andrea, and it's been far too long since I have blogged and designed.<br />
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I really needed the past year off to refocus on the "balancing act" of work at-home and family. I have taken much needed time figure out where I really want to take my business (Fleur L'enfant). I thought about closing up shop after 11 years but realized I can't do it! My love for designing and creating needs to be filled. SO, here I am, again, blogging and designing, although on a more limited basis. From time to time, I will open my shop when I've got some new goodies to share. Most items will be readymade ~ that seems to be the only way to find a balance.</div>
Part of my new approach is taking a little time each day for ME! Trying new things, keeping active and making more time for my friends. Family is always number 1! Started tennis lessons with a good friend last Fall (having never, ever played) and fell in LOVE with it, plus I love spending time with her and meeting some fabulous new friends too. A little tennis elbow won't keep me from it now :)<br />
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The family is growing like a weed! I just love them to pieces and am enjoying each and every day with them. Our new "thing", when they don't have games or practices, is to spend an hour a few times a week rollerblading, running or scootering......while I walk the dog and "maybe" scooter :) It's great family time and part of our getting healthy together routine!<br />
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We spend lots of time decorating (me) and remodeling (hubby) our antique farmhouse (circa 1779). Totally unliveable when we bought it years ago........but now our forever home! My husband is finishing a family room in our barn and is saving a special space in it for my studio. He is not a carpenter by trade, he is in the medical field but happens to be extremely handy and a perfectionist. Finally, my dining room won't look like a sewing boutique! Covered with fabric, notions and my machines. I just can't wait! Will share before and after pictures soon! Spotted this amazing sewing studio at IKEA! I am totally inspired!<br /></div>
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We currently have 12 hens and 5 call ducks residing in a special nook off of the barn! They all have names such as Daisy, Snowball and Tunisha. The kids LOVE them and we love the fresh eggs. We have nearly 2 dozen wiggly duck eggs due to hatch any day now. You know I will share pictures with you all. Here is Emma modeling a new outfit with "Daisy".</div>
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Well, I guess that's it for now.......hopefully it won't be another year before I blog again. Would love to share some decorating I've been doing.</div>
How have you all been? Would love to hear from you. Any great DIY projects you'd like to share, let me know!!!<br />
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Oh, and don't forget to check out what I've been working on.....www.fleurlenfant.com is open today!!!Andreahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04506689030007912981noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8059933038725604529.post-88872900142726680432012-01-27T07:32:00.000-08:002012-01-28T13:46:33.628-08:00Welcome Changes plus my new Vintage Denim Ruffle dressHello!!! I just wanted to share some exciting new changes coming to Fleur L'enfant this year. Oh, and a look at my new dress coming to my website soon.<br />
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Keeping the business small and keeping it FUN! This year there are many positive changes coming to Fleur L'enfant. With our children growing up so quickly and busier than ever with school, sports and friends, I have made the decision to scale back on my sewing to spend more time with them. <br />
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When I started sewing children's clothing 11 years ago, I was sewing up one or two dresses a month, that gradually that increased more and more over the years. I looked into manufacturing last year to keep up with demand. After extensive research, I realized it would take too much time away from my family and they are growing up much too fast. Growing my business had become more than a full-time job when my true passion is taking care of my growing family.<br />
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I am focusing on my family and my love for cooking, photography and decorating. I will blog from time to time some favorite recipes, decorating ideas, and of course, my handmade clothing. <br />
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All of my listings will be readymade and handcrafted, not manufactured (some that have been in the works for months) but will no longer be taking custom orders. Some designs will be one-of-a-kinds that I was inspired to make ~ just once, not a dozen times. My mailing list subscribers will be the first to know about new listings and sales so don't forget to join.<br />
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I am really thrilled to share these changes with you and excited about my new journey :)<br />
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okay, now, here a picture of the dress my little Emma will be modeling soon for my website......we have the sweetest match leggings too! There will only be a very limited amount of these and they are finally finished which means they will ship out right away. The trim is imported and GORGEOUS! layers and layers of denim, trim and ruffled fabric. I spent lots of time on each and every one of these and hope you love them! I designed new embroidered labels, see the little crown? Love crowns!<br />
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Thank you for always supporting me in my endeavors! I have met so many talented and wonderful people!!!! <br />
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<br />Andreahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04506689030007912981noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8059933038725604529.post-69998040413909359712012-01-01T09:28:00.000-08:002012-01-08T08:32:47.223-08:00Happy New Year!!! Giveaway winner announced!!!***Winner of last weeks SURPRISE giveaway is.................Angie Alford!!!! Congrats Angie!!! Please email me within 48 hours to claim your surprise. I will be away from my computer today but will get back to you tomorrow. Email <a href="mailto:fleurlenfantboutique@gmail.com">fleurlenfantboutique@gmail.com</a>***<br />
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Happy New Year everyone!!! Wishing you many blessings this year!!!!!!!!!! thank you all for your continued support in allowing me to do what I love.<br />
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My favorite gifts are always the homemade ones...........these take the most thought and time. Don't you just love a fresh batch of cookies? homemade pie? A dear friend of mine made a beautiful tote bag for me last year and just knowing the time that went into it was so special. It's truly one of my favorite gifts. <br />
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My daughter Abigail (12) created these beautiful ornaments for us this Christmas. Mr. and Mrs. Claus.............we will treasure these forever. She got the inspiration <a href="http://www.marthastewart.com/269511/clothespin-doll-ornaments">here</a>, on Martha Stewart.com. Mrs. Clause even has ice skates :) inspired by Abigails love for hockey maybe?<br />
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Would love for you to share your favorite homemade gifts too!!<br />
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<strong>Okay, time for the big giveaway.......it took awhile to find the winner as I do not know how to number comments yet on blogger.</strong><br />
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<b><span style="color: #cc0000;">Meredith said... <br />Wishing you a wonderful New Year's! Meredith K mere@jklobo.com <br /><br />December 31, 2011 9:17 AM <br /><br /><i></i></span></b><br />
Please email me within 48 hours to claim your vintage denim ruffle set. I will then create the set and post a sneak peek of our new vintage denim ruffle dress and leggings for everyone to see. It may even be offered as a Spring pre-order this time around.<br />
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<span style="color: purple;">Since there were so many entries........I am going to pick a second winner for a "surprise" from my current stock. The "surprise" piece chosen will depend on size needed :)</span><br />
<span style="color: purple;"> </span><span style="color: purple;">To be included in this little surprise giveaway, simply leave one comment with your favorite handmade gift, either given or received :) Winner to be chosen this week!!!</span><br />
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<span style="color: #b45f06; font-size: x-small;"><em>oh, and if anyone knows how to number comments and add the random.org widget with winning number, please email me :)</em></span><br />
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<span style="color: #a64d79;">stay tuned...............................................................................</span><br />
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<span style="color: #a64d79;">**NEW ** you can share this giveway on your facebook page up to a total of 5 times before the giveaway ends for one chance each time ~ just comment each time you do :) ALSO, any new fans that you send to my facebook fan page between December 4th and the giveaway will earn you</span><span style="color: #a64d79;"> another chance for each new fan sent. Just comment with each new fans name below :)</span><br />
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I know things have seemed pretty quiet over here but that is because we have been really busy working on some spectacular new Spring/Summer items. The Spring/Summer collection will be smaller than last Spring but really impressive!!!!! more sizes available too!!!! something for mom as well!!!<br />
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The Fleur L'enfant giveway begins <strong>today</strong> and will go until January 1st, 2012! There will be lots of chances to enter! Fleur L'enfant LOVES it's fans!!!! <br />
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Remember the vintage denim ruffle dress we offered last Summer? Here is Harlow modeling it!!! She is ADORABLE!!! This one sold out right away!<br />
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We have a new dress in the works <i>"inspired" <b></b></i>by this past favorite....................it won't be available until Spring but we are giving away one (available in size 12months-8 years) AND, the winner will also receive "custom-made" leggings to match the dress!!! Valued at over $90!<br />
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"If" we get more than 300 entries, we will pick TWO winners!!! <br />
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Here's how to enter the giveaway............ <br />
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You can comment once a day, everyday until the contest ends ~ one entry per comment, per day<br />
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Follow our blog ~ one entry <br />
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Follow us on <a href="https://twitter.com/#!/fleurlenfant">twitter</a> ~ one entry<br />
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Like us on <a href="http://www.facebook.com/fleurlenfant">facebook</a> ~ one entry<br />
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"Share" the giveway with your facebook friends and come back here and let us know you did! ~ one entry<br />
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"Suggest" our <a href="http://www.facebook.com/fleurlenfant">facebook</a> page to your friends ~ one entry<br />
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Send your friends to our <a href="http://www.facebook.com/fleurlenfant">facebook</a> page to say "HI" and who sent them. Just be sure to mention in the comment section then did ~ one entry per post <br />
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Post a customer cutie photo of your little one a Fleur L'enfant design our <a href="http://www.facebook.com/fleurlenfant">facebook </a>page ~ one entry per day (yes, you can post more than one photo)<br />
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Join the Fleur L'enfant Mailing list <a href="http://www.fleurlenfant.com/pages/mailing-list.htm">here</a>. If you are already on our mailing list, let us know and leave your email address ~ one entry<br />
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Add my <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/fleurlenfant">Etsy</a> shop to your favorites ~ one entry<br />
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"Like" the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Fleur-Lenfant-Resale-Page/177000029037005">Fleur L'enfant Resell page on Facebook</a> ~ one entry<br />
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"Suggest" the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Fleur-Lenfant-Resale-Page/177000029037005">Fleur L'enfant Resell page to friends</a> ~ one entry<br />
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There are so many ways to earn extra chances!!!! If you leave an "anonymous" comment, be sure to leave a name and email address in case you win. <br />
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The winner will be announced here on January 2, 2012 and will have 48 hours to contact us. If we do not hear from them within 48 hours, we will pick another winner.<br />
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The vintage denim ruffle dress and leggings will be shipped to the winner in February and won't be available to the public until April.<br />
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GOOD LUCK!!!!<br />
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<em>This giveaway has no affiliation with Facebook. This is a giveaway directly from Fleur L'enfant</em>Andreahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04506689030007912981noreply@blogger.com267tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8059933038725604529.post-15281358373487977312011-11-02T18:57:00.000-07:002011-11-02T18:57:31.397-07:00Upcoming PhotoshootPreparing to do a photoshoot soon for our special occasion Luxe mini-collection and our barn will be the perfect setting, just as long as it's not too chilly! Built in the mid 1700's, it's rustic charm lends itself beautifully to the warm, vintage inspired designs we are known for.<br />
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Went antiquing the other day and came across some great vintage pieces at a local antique shop that I can't wait to use in this shoot. <br />
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Just finishing up a second dress for the collection. These dresses are going to be perfect for weddings & other special events. Here is a little peek at the first dress which was made without a pattern using the most beautiful <a href="http://www.rufflefabric.com/">ruffle fabric </a>in blush.<br />
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Lately, I have just been "crazy" for crowns! Look at this sweet one that <a href="https://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Blooming-Hairlooms/126947710705844?sk=wall">Blooming Hairlooms<br />
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Shopping this week I picked up a few crowns for my home....look at these sweet crowns, perfect for holiday entertaining and decorating.<br />
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oh..........and how about this crown I picked up........it holds a votive candle and gives a nice warm glow! Perfect on a stack of books, old and new. <br />
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I've got my eye on a few more pieces for the home too! <br />
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Would love to hear about your favorite finds!! <br />
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Finalizing all the details for our next giveaway...........you will love this one!!!! (hint: Spring/Summer 2012)Andreahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04506689030007912981noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8059933038725604529.post-52529226379589220952011-05-21T05:21:00.000-07:002011-05-21T05:47:15.094-07:00and the winner of the 2 pc. pett-set is......<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjq4G_DYzLmuK845q9znaBlNs3rJ2IqyDThg2F-0c7p4HHn2Zh3hK3PxOQzbNi65oUGGx5xVi20RePUPDZzaCnjT059ZulK5kLFVDetAxhbOX45QR_buoEv3qUvt3kTAWXNmS9OfA3gNUc/s1600/3926.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left:1em; margin-right:1em"><img border="0" height="400" width="266" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjq4G_DYzLmuK845q9znaBlNs3rJ2IqyDThg2F-0c7p4HHn2Zh3hK3PxOQzbNi65oUGGx5xVi20RePUPDZzaCnjT059ZulK5kLFVDetAxhbOX45QR_buoEv3qUvt3kTAWXNmS9OfA3gNUc/s400/3926.jpg" /></a></div><br />
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Paula!!! Comment number 5!!! I used the random.org generator to pick from all the comments.<br />
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Paula, you have until midnight to claim your prize here by commenting. If I don't hear from you by midnight, a new winner will be chosen.<br />
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Thank you all for participating. Look for many more giveaways plus I will be offering a "dress a day" sale starting Monday.<br />
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The modeled petti-set above was photographed by Princess Picasso Photography.Andreahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04506689030007912981noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8059933038725604529.post-43689503294676710182011-05-16T07:56:00.000-07:002011-05-16T08:01:16.845-07:00A peek at the studio and giveawayI've been anxious to show you all the progress of my new workspace studio, it's coming along so nicely. Here is a view of the outside, my studio is going to be somewhere inside. When it's finished, I will blog about it from start to finish. Right now it has a beautiful new floor and is cathedralized and being framed.<br />
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Here are the peeps in their new "antique chicken coop", this is on the back side of the barn. They love their new digs!! We can't wait to have fresh eggs soon and will have plenty to share with our friends and neighbors.<br />
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They even have a little handmade sign by Abby to welcome them.<br />
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now, on to the GIVEAWAY! I am so blessed to have turned my passion for designing into a home business and want to thank all of you for your support!!!<br />
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I will pick a winner this Friday, May 20th to win a pettiskirt AND petti-top of my choice available up to 8 years. <br />
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Here is how you can enter to win:<br />
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1 chance ~ leave a comment here<br />
1 chance ~ visit my facebook page www.facebook.com/fleurlenfant and say hello, then come here and let me know you did<br />
1 chance ~ sharing on your blog<br />
1 chance ~ sharing on your facebook page<br />
2 chances ~ referring a friend to "like" my facebook page, just let me know who you referred<br />
2 chances ~ follow my blog ~ 2 if you do already, just post it here!<br />
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If there are more than 225 comments, I'll will pick TWO winners!!!<br />
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Good luck to all!!!!<br />
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AndreaAndreahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04506689030007912981noreply@blogger.com92tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8059933038725604529.post-84095820309332995352011-03-22T12:54:00.000-07:002011-03-22T13:04:32.595-07:00Welcome little Peeps!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglsIfDduPZ9GWTjOKlfDeJYZJVReN81ak_u06ckllwOMt3jtNkWLTq64n0cWPzyhRPZ-mLmIg_UcVjTCPHa8F4n4bk6Jhe5pKF8CFoMsA6zSlZ3AnWRByE8meJRNmxt-X4-oyw3lTVYiA/s1600/peep1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left:1em; margin-right:1em"><img border="0" height="303" width="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglsIfDduPZ9GWTjOKlfDeJYZJVReN81ak_u06ckllwOMt3jtNkWLTq64n0cWPzyhRPZ-mLmIg_UcVjTCPHa8F4n4bk6Jhe5pKF8CFoMsA6zSlZ3AnWRByE8meJRNmxt-X4-oyw3lTVYiA/s400/peep1.jpg" /></a></div><br />
Meet our "14" newest additions...............here are a few pictures of them<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzK8OEGHTn7hdgWa_49jKDtVsSYt5fCndM-kU9wst_NL4edoiUV3mCY98FSqVAfSV7aiHuswkwgZKuiO_gl3p-IwbELE2Dptmdhn0IaYguRgJwLUm_05xPazUc2qw-Ran1zKvcS_vQse8/s1600/peep3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left:1em; margin-right:1em"><img border="0" height="400" width="322" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzK8OEGHTn7hdgWa_49jKDtVsSYt5fCndM-kU9wst_NL4edoiUV3mCY98FSqVAfSV7aiHuswkwgZKuiO_gl3p-IwbELE2Dptmdhn0IaYguRgJwLUm_05xPazUc2qw-Ran1zKvcS_vQse8/s400/peep3.jpg" /></a></div><br />
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They are just too cute, the kids and their friends love them. We look forward to having fresh eggs again.<br />
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We've got a little work to do in the chicken coop in the barn before they are ready to move in there, will take a few pictures to share along the way.Andreahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04506689030007912981noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8059933038725604529.post-87841167403313784612011-03-17T09:17:00.000-07:002011-03-21T08:32:56.220-07:00Facebook Fan page giveaway at 750!!!<b>We have a winner!!! I used random.org to pick one winner out of the 56 comments received. The winner is comment number 55. You can click <a href="http://www.random.org/draws/details/?draw=5449">here</a> to see the random.org professional drawing.<br />
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Congratulations Carrie, your comment below was number 55!!!<br />
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Here is the comment that won: Anonymous said... <br />
I follow your blog.<br />
Carrie Seybt<br />
brucecl83 at yahoo.com <br />
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March 20, 2011 12:03 PM <br />
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Email me with sizing information at rbhammett@comcast.net.<br />
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Our next BIG giveaway is when we reach 900 fans, one surprise design a month for 3 MONTHS!!!<br />
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<i></i></b>Fleur L'enfant loves it's fans!!! Once we hit 750 fans, I am going to giveaway a surprise Fleur L'enfant design. The winner can let me know what size they would like (18 months-10 years), and your surprise will be made and ready to send in just a few weeks!<br />
To be entered, you must be a fan of Fleur L'enfant on facebook and must leave a comment here on this post. For an extra entry, follow my blog as well. Just be sure to leave a comment that you follow my blog. If you post as anonymous, please let a name or email in case you win :) <br />
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I will use random.org to pick the winner at midnight on Sunday, March 20th!!<br />
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That's it!!! Good luck everyone :)<br />
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here's a tiny little peek at a new design, don't you just love vintage pink?! you know I do :) I always gravitate towards it whenever I'm shopping fabrics!<br />
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<i>Fleur L'enfant update<b></b></i>: My newest designs are heading out to models but I can't wait to share them all with you. Thank you for being so patient. Looking ahead I am speaking with manufacturers abroad and have recently hired a local sewing contractor! That's why I've been so quiet and so busy. It's been over 10 years since my business began and it's time to grow!<br />
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xoxoAndreahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04506689030007912981noreply@blogger.com56tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8059933038725604529.post-26286048819563656742011-01-28T10:58:00.000-08:002011-01-30T12:15:10.378-08:00Here I am!!I am back to blogging and sewing again. Well, I have been sewing but just one big order since August. Thrilled I can begin some new designs and I am working harder than ever before to offer a much bigger selection of designs that are readymade. Of course, I'll still have some customs available but with the kids sports schedules, it's just not possible to offer as many.<br />
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We have had 60 inches of snow in just 30 days, mounds and mounds of it everywhere. It's a good thing we love the stuff and love winter sports.<br />
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Here is a view of our side yard and barn after the snow. The snow covered pine in the center was our very first Christmas tree in this house. During the holidays we cover it in twinkling white lights.<br />
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Pancakes and bacon, and lots of bacon!!!<br />
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</div>Andreahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04506689030007912981noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8059933038725604529.post-42933757356730125072010-11-24T18:20:00.000-08:002010-11-24T18:20:51.400-08:00SuperBowl ChampionsWe are so proud of the Hanover Mites Football team! They recently one the Superbowl making it two years undefeated. They have quite a schedule that begins in August and just ended mid-November. They really are a team in every sense of the word and we miss our "football family" already. Caleb loved having his dad as one of the assistant coaches. Congratulations Hanover!!!<br />
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Two more dress done and ready-to-ship. I'll be sewing orders all day :)<br />
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Thanks for the visit girls! xoxo<br />
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</div><div style="text-align: left;">I am so lucky to have met such a special group of friends nearly 15 years ago while commuting into Boston to work every day......we call ourselves the "bus" girls since we shared a commuter bus to work. We all live locally but given the craziness of our everyday lives, only get together every couple of months. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: left;">Here we are bowling last week in celebration of my 40th birthday ~ or my 41st birthday :) I love these ladies!!!!! looking forward to our annual Cape Cod getaway!!!!!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitI_f7L6wl1p39ScCUOX4CI7Z5Ig_iMPv6txTcZuArVl4KasgA4C9HGQXnDxlykcdvCbJvAUO-_f0pAeMwWg6tLIEe0KYSy0-d7HEFipWfLVmCMbpDsojdAPbVYIg8atxol3vht_i_kMQ/s1600/bowling2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="265" ru="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitI_f7L6wl1p39ScCUOX4CI7Z5Ig_iMPv6txTcZuArVl4KasgA4C9HGQXnDxlykcdvCbJvAUO-_f0pAeMwWg6tLIEe0KYSy0-d7HEFipWfLVmCMbpDsojdAPbVYIg8atxol3vht_i_kMQ/s400/bowling2.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br />
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</div><div style="text-align: left;">Thanks girls for a great night of fun and belly laughs! You are the best!!! xoxo Polly</div>Andreahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04506689030007912981noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8059933038725604529.post-27888660333090900532010-06-24T18:03:00.000-07:002010-06-24T18:03:22.404-07:00a new design coming to my shop tonight...and I hope you "love" it!! similar to the pink logo tee dress that is sold out ~ available in sizes 4-8! size 2 can be preordered by emailing me :)<br />
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<strong><em><span style="color: #bf9000;">Happy 4th everyone!! </span></em></strong><br />
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Fleur L'enfant will be open and stocked on Monday, June 21st at 8pm ~ est :) Please come back and take a peek at our newest designs. Of course not everything is finished and ready for photos but almost :) so be sure to check back throughout the week for more goodies that will be added! <br />
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To celebrate we are doing a <strong><span style="color: orange;">giveaway</span></strong>! Just take a peek at what's new at Fleur L'enfant when we reopen and come back here and let us know what you think and which is your favorite design or what you would like to see more of? You will be entered to win the petite fleur vintage rose dress in size 2-10years.<br />
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For each comment left you will receive one entry. If you follow my blog, just leave a comment with "FOLLOWER" in it for another entry. If you share this giveaway on Facebook, leave a comment with "FACEBOOK" in it. If you blog about it then simply leave a link to your blog. Of course you can leave as many comments about our new designs as you'd like for additional entries!<br />
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Please be sure to leave your email address if you are anonymous, so if you win we can contact you :)<br />
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We will pick the winner using random.org on Friday, July 2nd and the winner will be announced here and on Facebook!!<br />
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Happy Summer!!!Andreahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04506689030007912981noreply@blogger.com92tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8059933038725604529.post-73449551988328412492010-05-25T07:01:00.000-07:002010-05-25T07:57:04.104-07:00a temporary workspace...My workspace has been a bit cramped lately so my dining room table has been working out just great! This is just a temporary spot while I sew with my "new" help A couple of nights a week we get together over coffee, chat and sew :) Creative FuN! We have accomplished so much and I cannot wait to share everything with you.<br />
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My blog has been quiet lately but getting caught up on life now! My dear friend Debbie of <a href="http://www.kanoodleskids.com/">KanoodlesKids</a> has been a long time favorite designer of <a href="http://www.fleurlenfant.com/">Fleur L'enfant</a>. Her designs are exquisite and coordinate beautifully with my vintagey designs.<br />
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This giveaway if for one ready-to-wear Kanoodleskids hat that can fit 4-8 years. Winner can choose from one of the two colors below:<br />
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Don't forget to leave your email address if you leave an anonymous comment so I can contact you if you are the winner of this gorgeous hat!! :)<br />
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<strong>Winner will be randomly chosen on Friday, May 14th!!! Good luck! :)</strong>Andreahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04506689030007912981noreply@blogger.com14tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8059933038725604529.post-60947672125602188652010-04-26T15:13:00.000-07:002010-05-25T07:44:17.442-07:00my workspace....this is my little creative space..........<em>I love this room</em>! When the sun is shining it just fills the room!<br />
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When we purchased our home years ago, it was in need of major renovations. This room had to be completely gutted. We exposed the old beams, refinished the wide pine floors and added more windows and replaced the old ones, repaired the fireplace and more. It has lots of vintage charm! I am outgrowing it though, so my sweet & very handy husband has begun renovations on our antique barn, circa 1779. I'll post some before and after pictures during the summer months of our progress.<br />
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She's training already............<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEirKDZhQGVqoaQddTMiUYlRE9c3q73nnqfOnTwVjqIItJL0_hHlGSA-sTdASc8Ujows3sJLFBjK2sQHpYn7ir0iIW23EHyN_Td0iQjv7R-t2ur5DSdOH5JvhFV3LescJ0B0nSbu6hfGO4M/s1600-h/develop2.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 267px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEirKDZhQGVqoaQddTMiUYlRE9c3q73nnqfOnTwVjqIItJL0_hHlGSA-sTdASc8Ujows3sJLFBjK2sQHpYn7ir0iIW23EHyN_Td0iQjv7R-t2ur5DSdOH5JvhFV3LescJ0B0nSbu6hfGO4M/s400/develop2.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5447090387882393394" /></a><br /><br />6 days of tournaments in New Hampshire and Cape Cod coming up in the next couple of weeks. Craziness!Andreahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04506689030007912981noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8059933038725604529.post-7425129200434399832010-03-10T09:14:00.000-08:002010-04-27T05:54:00.602-07:00bittersweet moments............<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6b9PeqZ0vT9qj3eDBSimych05xElcw7bRe43ZuL-HXTgcyK9WGJeLUdVPg8EQTNw07T4-1mGHeulR1eioqDxMxeOQxVbaKztG8Vi-6f_BGFd7KkX4mYx7qvZIQWcxgIq_jsN8GIfNlD0/s1600-h/blogrecipe2.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 134px; height: 200px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6b9PeqZ0vT9qj3eDBSimych05xElcw7bRe43ZuL-HXTgcyK9WGJeLUdVPg8EQTNw07T4-1mGHeulR1eioqDxMxeOQxVbaKztG8Vi-6f_BGFd7KkX4mYx7qvZIQWcxgIq_jsN8GIfNlD0/s200/blogrecipe2.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5447086709915348674" /><br /></a><br />Abby loves to bake and cook with me in the kitchen. I treasure these times together. She recently pulled a cookbook out from the bookshelf and asked about it. "The Butterick Book of Recipes and Household Helps" circa 1927. It was her great grandmother's cookbook and one that I will always treasure. It's worn, yellowed and tattered. Upon opening it we found little recipe clippings, handwritten recipe tips and more. It's like opening a door to the past. "Mem" is missed so much.<br /><br />Abby asked if we could make something in it and she chose "cream puffs" since we already had the ingredients.<br /><br />voila...............<BR><BR><br /><br /><img src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4067/4423194580_7df5528046_o.jpg"><BR><BR><br />Here's the recipe to share and impress.<br /><br /><strong><em>Cream Puffs</em></strong><br /><br />1 cup boiling water<br />1/2 cup butter or shortening<br />1 cup flour<br />4 eggs<br /><br />Add the boiling water to the butter or shortening, bring to a boil and stir in the flour thoroughly. Remove from the fire, let the mixture cool slightly and add the eggs one at a time, beating in each one for some time before adding the next. Drop by spoonfuls on a greased pan about two inches apart, shaping into a circular form and having the batter a little higher in the center. Bake one-half hour in a moderate oven (360 F.). If these cakes are removed from the oven beforee they are thoroughly done, they will fall. Take out one; if it does not fall, the others may be removed.<br /><br />Cool and split partially with a sharp knife. Fill with a cream filling, whipped cream, or fruit mixture.<br /><em><br />*we whipped up heavy cream, added a bit of vanilla and powdered sugar!</em><br /><br />Do you have a favorite family recipe? Please share!<a href="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4014/4422391021_c93f1469e0_b.jpg"></a><a href="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4014/4422391021_c93f1469e0_b.jpg"></a>Andreahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04506689030007912981noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8059933038725604529.post-84160333210202509582010-02-22T18:18:00.000-08:002010-04-27T06:03:33.698-07:00testing......Just purchased a new backdrop for my indoor pictures ~ it's called mocha and I love the warm hue it gives my pictures. Caleb and Emma volunteered to "test" out the new background, there is much tweeking to do. I just love these little faces so much. These two are as close as can be. She'll play street hockey with him and he will attend her tea parties. <br /><br /><BR><BR><br /><img src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4039/4380278416_1945c05332_b.jpg">Andreahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04506689030007912981noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8059933038725604529.post-17687661634826519522010-01-28T10:01:00.001-08:002010-01-28T10:09:59.286-08:00sneak peek #1here's little peek at a new piece that will be listed soon, more sneak peeks coming..........hope you like!<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLQj34sYXGlSovKXsJ8TfFv_egOHIOEhNi6k5tUH3LRP3UoK70pR-Su8vJFeWrvwNMvI1kL9Mkc2srqMqUdqJ3FPgaKzzftGRNLtAPBOsWQ1WR0LsQvY30d-DBrFG4BYPCs1fA3OT26z4/s1600-h/sneakpeak.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 249px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5431854417062825762" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLQj34sYXGlSovKXsJ8TfFv_egOHIOEhNi6k5tUH3LRP3UoK70pR-Su8vJFeWrvwNMvI1kL9Mkc2srqMqUdqJ3FPgaKzzftGRNLtAPBOsWQ1WR0LsQvY30d-DBrFG4BYPCs1fA3OT26z4/s400/sneakpeak.jpg" /></a><br /><div><br /></div>Andreahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04506689030007912981noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8059933038725604529.post-15472313414131368602010-01-08T10:45:00.000-08:002010-01-08T11:06:26.742-08:00ModKid Patterns available soonHere is a favorite blog of mine ~ <a href="http://modkidboutique.blogspot.com/">ModKidBoutique</a><br /><br />Patty and I met through the ebay group named LimeVine and even met in person in DisneyWorld! She's a real life doll. Patty has 6 new patterns coming out soon, this is the one on my **wish list** <a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghB9BJz43dLBD7eJc8XyxYLUCW-B4AH-MxBt-D8W5Ov6n3PY4LrAWV7ZmG-YiPxIameVhQhslY2IoXRlCGfUMyzQXCph0djLCxvzZ1C1y2AZEK62ckRZDsl1KK4DdIeIr0X7hi3bO3YjM/s1600-h/modkid.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 214px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghB9BJz43dLBD7eJc8XyxYLUCW-B4AH-MxBt-D8W5Ov6n3PY4LrAWV7ZmG-YiPxIameVhQhslY2IoXRlCGfUMyzQXCph0djLCxvzZ1C1y2AZEK62ckRZDsl1KK4DdIeIr0X7hi3bO3YjM/s320/modkid.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5424443711121886178" /></a><br /><br />I promised my 10 year old that we would make this together for her American Doll. We've even got a stash of Patty's <a href="http://www.michaelmillerfabrics.com/MMF/Swatch4.cfm?Gnam=Andalucia%20-%20Patty%20Young">pretty fabrics</a> and ribbons for this project.<br /><br />I'll be sure to post some pictures upon completion.Andreahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04506689030007912981noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8059933038725604529.post-49844133655546423512010-01-07T15:44:00.000-08:002010-01-07T16:49:43.374-08:00InspirationWelcome to my Blog!! I've been wanting to start a blog for so long now. Let's just hope I can keep it updated. Sharing thoughts, pictures, inspiration, favorite finds and giveaways! oh, sharing new designs too! <br /><br />I have taken a long hiatus from designing and sewing but with the New Year comes new inspiration. I have set a date of February 1st to stock my website and etsy shop ~ maybe even an ebay auction. I have been sewing a little bit here and there, when inspiration strikes. Accumulating several new designs just waiting to be photographed. Forgot my treasured camera in New Hampshire while spending the holiday with family but hope to have it back home within the next couple of weeks. I can't wait to photograph these scrumptious new pieces and share them all with you.<br /><br />We spent the day on beautiful Cape Cod in September and had a chance to take this picture of the kids on a visit to the beach.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhKsDDVFvDg3IY9-nFcJc9pWzM3GLgf5d1hjSY8MoTIp0hN-fHpXDmrgV437cM5OJpXjC3WHdHwfART9eSBZAdYZjDsQzMK2virJyIfHky9btLlwymQo3l0C6L7XkSeTol6RryC-YC8Mw/s1600-h/capefamilypicture.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 260px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhKsDDVFvDg3IY9-nFcJc9pWzM3GLgf5d1hjSY8MoTIp0hN-fHpXDmrgV437cM5OJpXjC3WHdHwfART9eSBZAdYZjDsQzMK2virJyIfHky9btLlwymQo3l0C6L7XkSeTol6RryC-YC8Mw/s320/capefamilypicture.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5424157951010928722" /></a><br /><br />We love the beach so much, just an hour away from the Cape where my husband grew up and only minutes to a nearby beach. Looking back at these beach pictures helps me forget the frigid temperatures and inches upon inches of snow in our backyard.<br /><br />Oh, before I go, I just have to share my good friend's <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/Babetteworld">Etsy</a> shop which is back open for business. Geeta of <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/Babetteworld">BabetteWorld</a> is an artist and designer in every sense of the word. I am thrilled to own some of her <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=37968055">pieces </a>and have many more on my **wish** list! Please check out her shop, you will be hooked!<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZKErD_OAvZzllXmZ6hlaE3vHPMDjvIqQK42N9KMBf3xku06SRFnGnlbEcoG-qQQGQZg8UofkdiXo2B4V6AmAPgaebL0-35B4woNR6WqevReOMOxaKpBCUcQjFPvmC_LkLwMx2IplKZSU/s1600-h/babette.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 282px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZKErD_OAvZzllXmZ6hlaE3vHPMDjvIqQK42N9KMBf3xku06SRFnGnlbEcoG-qQQGQZg8UofkdiXo2B4V6AmAPgaebL0-35B4woNR6WqevReOMOxaKpBCUcQjFPvmC_LkLwMx2IplKZSU/s320/babette.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5424157587253069266" /></a>Andreahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04506689030007912981noreply@blogger.com5