Game Night.........

First off for those who don't know what "comment game night" is over at Bella Bowtique's Facebook page...lemme give a quick run down. Friday 8/13/10 at 8pm EST we will start the "Comment 1st Game".

I will be posting photos of items (such as headbands, beanies, and clippies....).

Each post will include a post # (for my record keeping) a picture of the item, description AND a super discounted price for the item! The price WILL include shipping. This will make it easier for everyone! So the price you see is the price you pay!

In order to claim the item, be the first person to comment under the desired item. You need to simply comment with your PayPal email address!

At the end of the game - I will go back and add up your totals and send you a combined invoice. Invoices MUST be PAID within 24 hours of being sent. I cannot keep track of who can't pay until next week, etc. Your PROMPT payment is very much appreciated. If your payment has not been made within 24 hours, I will cancel your invoice.

* If you fail to pay you will kindly be asked not to play the comment game in the future. This is only for serious buyers.

*Only positive comments and conversation will be tolerated. No swapping, trading, or backing out of an item. Once you post your email...the deal is done! :) So post wisely!

POSSIBLE CHANGE FOR GAME NIGHT? NEED YOUR ADVICE!!!

Right now the first person who comments wins the item. However I'm wondering if we should make a change to this. Instead of the first commenter I'm wondering if along with the price, description, etc...I should put "comment #4" or "comment #6"...change it up a bit each time.... wins. Then the 4th (or whatever said #) who posts their PayPal email address would win the item.

It would give us more variety.....

What do you think? Head back over to my Facebook page and let me know your thoughts!

salted caramel cupcakes

Darn you Food Network! I was watching TV the other day...something I so rarely do!
There was a cupcake contest, and one of the contestants made a "Salted Caramel Cupcake"!
Ohh, it sounded so good. I tried to block the yummy thoughts of a salted caramel cupcake from my mind, however...after the days passed my cravings only got worse.
I figured I'm doing so well on my diet, I am due for a reward.

After many...many...Google searches, I came across the perfect recipe.

I'm not going to tell you how to make them...just visit the following blog. She gives great advice (and hints for cheaters...like me)...and is quiet humorous about everything too.

http://www.joyshope.com/2010/06/salted-caramel-cupcakes.html

ENOY!

Kamieo Photography (Tacoma, WA)

What a FUN day today!!!

I had some new products that needed to be photographed!!

Who better to call up than my friend and business partner
Kamieo Photography
to do this shoot for me!
Kaleigh, Isabella, and even I modeled some new items and Kamieo worked her magic! The best part is I don't ever have to wait for pictures, I get home and BAM! I've got new material for my website!
I love, love, LOVE it! I'm one of the impatient ones that hates to wait.

Here is a peak of some of the AMAZING photos I got today!
To see more check out Kamieo's Facebook page by clicking HERE.New White Goose Feather Headband!!!


New Triple Hydrangea Flower Headband (Lace Band)

Turquoise and White Flower Hair Clip


And check out this headband. This is ALL ABOUT making a STATEMENT!! Be seen, be heard, with this amazing piece. I love IT!!! The colors are just WOW!


Okay..and finally, a hair piece that even MOMS can wear! Check this sexy piece out!


That's just a sneak peak of some of the new items!!! Check out my ETSY shop for the full collection and to view more of Bella's goodies!

Love these photos and are in the Seattle, Tacoma area? Want to have Kamieo work some of her magic for you? Make sure you visit her website: http://kamieophotography.com/

Happy Saturday!
Kristie

It Takes A Village Foundation

UPDATE!

We were able to raise $41.00 for this foundation. I made the donation this morning 7/12/10.

-Kristie

This Saturday and Sunday (7/10/10 & 7/11/10) 50% of all profits made at Bella's Bowtique will be donated to It Takes A Village Foundation This Foundation is a Non-Profit Organization for Autism.

I will be sharing on Monday what the total donation we raised for them.

Join It Takes A Village Foundation on FACEBOOK too!


Thanks so much for your support!

Isabella's Closet

This is a quick tutorial for those who were having trouble finding/viewing Isabella's clothing I'm selling! See the photos below for step by step instructions on how to navigate to the clothing that is for sale!!!
The clothing is PRICED TO SELL!!!!!! I cannot hold items, and these are selling almost as fast as I am listing, so grab it quick if you want something.

DIRECTIONS with PHOTOS!!!

Step 1: Click the SHOP NOW tab. At http://www.facebook.com/pages/Bellas-Bowtique/142279029950



Step 2: Click the drop down menu that says "Browse By Category" you can shop by sizes this way!



Step 3: Read descriptions, see shipping quote, add item to cart and check out!!!



SUPER EASY!! Any questions lemme know.

bellasbow-tique@live.com

Kristie

NEW WEBSITE!!!!

Welcome to the GRAND OPENING of Bella's Bowtique!!!


I'm so excited about our new website!!!!
You will see a lot of my "classic" designs and well as some new products on our site!!!

Like how about these adorable BABY LEG WARMERS?? So cute right....?

Also ....our pettiskirts and tutus are BACK with some new styles and colors added.....


I am sure a lot of you are wondering why I'm opening up my own shop, when we have been doing so well on ETSY.
Well....per ETSY rules, things being sold on their site are "handmade". Along with my "handmade" items, I'd also like to start offering a wide variety of boutique baby/toddler and girl items. So as the months go by, you will see me gradually start to add boutique items to our new website!!! More IS coming, I promise.

I will continue to keep my ETSY shop open, for my exclusive handmade items, however, you can stop by Bella's Bowtique for your soon to be "one stop shopping" and also grab some cute boutique items too!!!!

AND now...for the FUN STUFF!!!!

GIVEAWAY!
Head on over to Bella's Bowtique and have a look around. While you are there, drop by the "guess book" and say "hi". Leave me a message and you are entered to win a surprise gift pack with items exclusively from the new website!!!!
On Friday, June 25th at 9:00pm EST - the WINNER will be announce on our Facebook Page!

SPECIAL DISCOUNT!
Wanna do some shopping on our new website? Yeaaa!!!! Well from NOW until June 25th, take an extra 15% off your purchase. Simply enter the code: "GRANDOPENING" during check out...and your discount will automatically be deducted before you send payment. Awesome, huh?!?

Thanks for all your business. Without YOU I wouldn't be where I am today!!!
Thank you for keeping me inspired and sucessful.

Blessings,
Kristie Stuckel

Weight Loss....!!!!

For the first time in a long time, I'm blogging about something other than my business. I'm blogging about ME. Not only about ME, but about how I need to lose weight!
I'm going to be doing a 1500 calories a day, 3 month challenge. Along with that challenge, I will be doing moderate exercise 5 days a week. My exercise will be either riding a stationary bike for 30 min a day, or taking a 30 min walk.

This challenge will start today June 19th, 2010 and end September 19th, 2010.

I don't have a specific amount of weight I'd like to lose during this three months....however...I would like to start looking a feeling better about myself.

So, here...I...go!

Kristie