Crafty Costumes from Crafty Moms!

Today our post is to celebrate the creativity of Crafty Moms 'R' Us. We are showcasing the wonderful creation of Kay from Stitched on the Avenue - This proud Crafty Mom transformed her two gals into two amazing vibrant super heroines.This crime fighting duo are not only cute but very stylish! Check out more of Kay's beautiful work by visiting www.stitchedontheavenue.com  She offers applique apparel, tie shirts, little leggies leg warmers, custom home decor, monogramming and so much more! Tell her Crafty Moms 'R' Us sent you!
 

Crafty Mom Made Items For every Season!

The Holiday is quickly approaching but there is still time to Grab a great handmade item for them to wear or put in their stockings.

Find a great Onesie and legwarmer set at Briar & Patch Boutique.
I love the Santa Applique and Leg Warmers.  These would be great for a girl or boy!

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Or check out her Reindeer Alpha Collection.  Even get their name on it! 

Or something they can wear all Winter Long

All her Legwarmers are handmade or UpGraded by hand.  She even has Glitter Warmers!

She has Tie Shirts and Many Alpha Designs to choose from.

And for Only $30 You can get a Handmade Skirt, Initial Onesie, AND Name Bib..  You wont find that in stores. 

Shop Briar & Patch Boutique

http://www.facebook.com/briarandpatch

Do you have a Diva or A Future Diva?

Check our Future Divas Hair Accessories

All her bows are hand sewn with a finished look.  She makes all sizes, so if you prefer and understated bow or an OVER THE TOP look, you will find what your looking for. 

Shop her Holiday Bows in Red and Green!  Some even have som Start Power so your Diva gets all the attention she demands.

Every Diva Needs some feather!

She even offers Unique Clip Sets!

Shop Future Divas Hair Accessories

http://www.facebook.com/FutureDivasHairAccessories

 At Three Pretties you wil find Stylish items for the Whole Family.

This Reindeer Hat is a Hit.  Wear it for Photos or just to keep their head warm.

Made with 100% soft wool!

These hats will be a Hit with your Teens.  Choose a color and order.  It is that easy.  Be the first in your town to catch this trend!

She also makes wonderful character Hats your little ones will LOVE to wear

Shop Three Pretties today

http://www.facebook.com/ThreePretties

Applique' Nightmare!

So I have bought several Applique' Items.
Have you?
Everyone Loves a Customized product and we are usually willing to pay the big $$ for it.  So its soooooo disappointing to get a cape, or shirt, etc...with a special applique' on it only to have it come off.
Now you have a blank item that you apparently overpaid for.

I have one item that the baby didnt even get to wear before it was peeling up.

That is why I prefer Sewn Applique' ..you know the Real Crafty Kind.
I have a friend who hand draws, hand cuts, and then sews them on.
These are not going to peel up for sure and are WORTH the $$.

Iron on is OK for do-it-yourself I think or from someone who can guarantee that its not going to peel up before its first wear or in the first wash!

Here are some tips!
Stictch it even after ironing on for the best results

• Cotton is the best fabric to use with an iron-on applique. Cotton is breathable, comfortable and bonds easily with iron-on adhesive. Choose a T-shirt, tank, shorts or tote bag. As long as the garment can lay flat, you can put applique on it. Wash the item before you apply the iron-on to avoid shrinking, which would cause the applique to crack or peel.
  
  Read more: Iron on Transfer Tips | eHow.com http://www.ehow.com/info_8159850_iron-transfer-tips.html#ixzz1Omlz3BlR

If your going to sell something you should make sure its going to last!
Test your products before selling them.
A customer does not always tell you when something goes wrong so the only way to know is to test for your self.  Have a friend or family member test for you.  Its better than having a disappointed customer.

Do you have tips for Applique' techniques?
Have you also had bad experiences with items you have purchased?
WE WANT TO KNOW!