Friday Morning Studio Tunes

Busy day today!!

Prepping several new items to be listed in my Etsy shop.
Going for a run.
Taking care of a few website edits.
Making blog post edits. (I can't wait to show my favorites from New York International Bridal Week)

And then a bittersweet moment this evening when I drop off 3 of the most adorable kittens that I've been fostering for the past week. They were accepted to a no kill shelter and will be put up for adoption in a few weeks.

Are you attending any trunk shows in the area this weekend? If so, I hope you find the perfect bridal gown!

Have a great weekend!

Sneak Peak

I received a big box of goodies last week and I will be receiving the second shipment tomorrow!  I feel like a kid the night before Christmas...I can't wait for the last package to arrive!  This means there will be lots of new designs posted in the coming weeks and I can't wait to show everyone.  I'm keeping my fingers crossed that everyone will like them.  Here is a sneak peek of what arrived in the first shipment...

More good news this week...my vendor informed me that they WILL NOT be discontinuing my favorite trim!  I haven't been able to purchase this trim for several months because they weren't sure if they were going to carry it anymore.  With a little bit of pleading on my part they have decided to keep it in stock which means I will be able to offer it to brides looking for something absolutely glamorous and show stopping.  Here is a peek at the trim...keep in mind it's not a finished piece.  It can be made into a ribbon sash or sewn on to the gown itself. 

 

All these goodies make up for FexEx totally loosing my shipment this week.  I can't wait to get started on all the new pieces!

By the way, we are officially into busy wedding season, especially here in NC.  It is also NY International Bridal Week beginning this weekend.  And since I won't be attending, I can't wait for the blog post, tweets and Facebook updates to start rolling in.  With all the updates flooding in it's like watching a live feed of the fashion shows.  I can't wait to see the new trends for next season!  I am also looking forward to seeing collections from some of my favorite designers like Jenny Packham, Claire Pettibone, Rivini - just to name a few.  

What designer's collections are you excited to see?  Any predictions on bridal trends?  Feel free to comment, I would love to hear your thoughts!

Happy Planning!

Sweet Inspiration

  

Oh, Monday morning...sometimes the idea of staying under the covers is so hard to resist! Especially when we are having such strange and gloomy weather today.  My cup of coffee isn't quite enough to get me going this morning but these cakes by the talented Maggie Austin are just the right amount of sweet that I need!  My favorite one has the be the pink ombre with frills and if you can't tell, I am loving the frill technique on all of these cakes.  Delicate and delicious!

I've been busy creating new sash designs to list in my Etsy shop.  They will be listed today or tomorrow but here is a sneak peak...I hope you like them!

Elsa Ribbon Sash

Remy Ribbon Sash

I hope you have a sweet Monday!

images via Maggie Austin

New Etsy Listing - Jewel Sash

I just listed this sash on Etsy!!  I've been toying with color and handmade flowers recently so I am glad that I finally get to show everyone what I have been working on.  I really like how this sash turned out - a peacock feather pad, handmade flowers of silk dupioni and double faced satin ribbon, a rhinestone center detail all hand stitched to a double faced satin ribbon in black.

A perfect complement to a ring pillow I made for a photo shoot for Charlotte Wedding Magazine.

via Charlotte Wedding Magazine

 What sort of statement piece(s) are you wearing on your wedding day? 

So true...

"Sewing: A creative mess is better than tidy idleness. " ~unknown

 

 Silk shantung ring pillow by SND

New Products from SheaNichole Designs

I just wanted to share with you the most current inspiration for SheaNichole Designs...


With winter approaching, SND wanted to offer accessories approprate for the season. This means lots luxorious furs (faux, of course, SND does not believe in the use of fur for fashion), winter whites, lustrous silks, delicate textures and new embellishments of the rhinestone and crystal sort!

Above is an inspiration board for the new products! Shrugs, wraps, caplets and custom orders will be accepted. Please contact SND for more information and pricing!