* Projects for 2011 *

I have organized the small corner of the guest room that I refer to as my "sewing station". I've also recently collected a bunch more fabric and have started on some new projects for the upcoming year. 2011 here I come!

Here are some peeks...

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* Etsy Updates *

I'm trying out a new look for my etsy shop! I decided to have the application shots of the bows being worn as the main photos instead of the bows themselves.

Check out the site HERE, and leave me a comment saying if you like seeing the bows on a person, or by themselves. Thanks!

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* Custom Bows *

For anyone interested, I also offer custom bows at Maebella. I recently did this one for a friend of mine. The specifications were "pink" and "Fleur de Lis". I think it came out pretty cool. I usually use round button accents, but I love the shape of this charm without a round button. I'll definitely have to try more like this!

If you are interested in a custom bow, email me at maria_torti@hotmail.com.

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* Craft Fair Display *

Here is a look at my table from the craft fair last Sunday. Unfortunately, the weather was awful (I was sliding on black ice all over the place!), so there weren't as many people there as I had hoped. But, I met some nice people and sold some bows nonetheless. Thanks to all who came by!

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* Maebella Updates *

I just added some new bows to my etsy. Check out the new patterns and buttons! Lots more to make, and I'll have more available online after next week. Very excited!!!

Check out my site and let me know your favorite bows! Here are some of mine:

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* In the Bow Zone *

I am participating in an upcoming Craft Fair on December 12th for Rivier College in Nashua, NH. In preparation, I have been making a bunch more bows. Needless to say, I'm in the "Bow Zone". Here's a sneak peek at some of the bows in process (over 100 so far!).

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* Buttons Buttons *

This is the start of my Maebella bow week! During the week I'll be sewing a BUNCH more bows for my online shop to prepare for the holidays.

Just a little preview of my button stash as it stands now...

(Check out this huge button! I think it's the biggest one I have so far.)

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* New Etsy Shop Maebella Open! *

Hi all! I'm pleased to announce the official opening of my new Etsy shop Maebella by mtdesigns. Maebella is a line of handmade bows that you can clip to your hair, clothes, bags etc. to customize any outfit. Check out the shop here and leave me a comment with your thoughts.

Now is a great time to buy a Maebella bow for holiday gifts and/or stocking stuffers!

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