Skirts, anyone?

I thought this turned out so cute!  This little skirt is very full, with a built-in petticoat, featuring embroidery at the center front hemline.  I added another petticoat underneath (sold separately) for this effect.  Great for spring and summer!

Matching tank top coming up!

The Spring/Summer Floral Set!

The Complete Summer Floral Set

These colors are so great!  Bright and colorful, pinks, deep fuschia, lime greens!

The Beginning of The New Spring Collection at Auburn Rose!

Finally!  I am so happy to begin working on fun spring and summer looks for kids!   This little halter dress/top is available in sizes from 6M to 6!  Made from 100% cotton fabrics, with an elasticized back to create a better fit!  The matching ruffled capris pants and t-shirt top are adorable as well, and will be posted soon!

Happy New Year!!

WOW!  It's 2010 already!  How long before I get used to writing that date on documents?  LOL!

I apologize for my lengthy absence.  I caught the flu about a week before Christmas.  I must say, that was not  great timing.  Our preschool class had projects to finish and a party that Thursday - but I managed to stay part of two days to see it through.  I really hate missing their parties.  The kids had a blast!

Ready for spring?  I am!  It snowed THREE TIMES in North Texas over a space of two weeks.  Anything over 1/4 inch is considered a major event here - 2 to 3 inches might as well be a blizzard.  Everything comes to a stand still.  And if you're brave enough to drive on ice around here - watch out for the other drivers.  We are not ice savvy around here.  LOL.

Anyway, I am working on some awesome little outfits for spring - and Easter dresses.  My absolute favorite shopping season!  Such cute little outfits for kids . . . sigh.

I'll post some pictures soon - so check back!

Christmas Trees

I came across this story on the internet.

The Legend of the First Christmas Tree

The night of the Saviour's birth, all the living creatures, both flora and fauna, came to Bethlehem with gifts. The olive tree brought its fruit and the palm its dates. But the little fir tree had no gift and was so tired it couldn't resist when the big trees pushed it into the background and hid it from view. But then a nearby angel took pity and commanded a cluster of stars to come and rest on its delicate boughs. When the Baby Jesus beheld this lovely lighted tree, He smiled and blessed it, declaring henceforth that fir trees should always be filled with lights at Christmastime to please little children.

A Series of Unfortunate Events - Poor Kim

You Gotta Love Preschool.

Kim and I teach middle 3's preschool in Allen, Texas at our Baptist church.  Let's just say, that some days are more "interesting" than others.  And, if I leave Kim alone for more than 5 minutes, something is bound to happen.

This morning, I left during Chapel to get some work done.  It probably wasn't but a few minutes before I left, that one of our little guys HAD to go potty.  Never mind that we'd both asked him before we left the room, but you know how it goes.

Kim and another teacher, in a similar predicament, head toward the bathrooms.  The women't bathroom (our first choice), has been freshly mopped, and I have yet to meet a toddler who doesn't immediately crash to the ground when his/her feet meet mopped tile.  So, they move onto the Family bathroom - one toilet.  Okay, that's great for ONE kid crossing their legs . . . so Kim moves onto the Men's bathroom, stands just inside while the little one relieves himself . . . and the pastor comes trotting through the door, looks dumbfounded, and leaves.  Evidently, HE thought the Family restroom was a good second choice - nope.  Returns to the Men's room and states - "There is ANOTHER girl in the other bathroom," and leaves.

During lunch, we realize one of the kids doesn't have a lunch.  Kim takes off in an effort to find food, and shows up 15 minutes later after being sent 3 different directions, finally securing a barbeque sandwich for said child from the senior luncheon.  Helps me secure the sides of my fold up box (okay, so I can sew a $500 christening gown - no problem, but I can't figure out this cardboard box - tab A goes into tab B. Great.)

I come back from lunch, later, and Kim is holding a pair of drenched blue jeans belonging to one of the kids - you've got it - didn't "quite make it."  Visualize her holding them an arms length away, wearing plastic gloves. hanging over the door looking for me.  You've got it.

Now, don't get me wrong - Kim and I really enjoy our jobs - no mistake.  We LOVE these kids.  But, there are definitely days when we go crawling home to enjoy a well deserved nap.

Redeemed Unique Art

At my last holiday bazaar, I met a vendor who, I believe, just started out this last year.  She offers a unique selection of art - created from vintage pieces, etc., and recreated into new art.  Noel Giger is a wonderful, genuine Christian woman, who lives in the metroplex and attends local shows.  Keep an eye out for her work!

I have her blogspot listed under my favorites - be sure to stop in regularly.  She shares interesting information on the origins of some Christmas traditions, and on simple Christmas projects to use in your home!