Latte Da Collection ((is here!!))

HAPPY LILLYPIE DAY, FRIENDS!!!

Latte Da is here! :)

all designs and goodies are available in my shop.

Take a look and go pick out something nice for yourself. It's Friday, you deserve it. I said it was okay. :)

A week ago I met up with some friends downtown for a quick lillypie coffe shop styled photo shoot. I worked with Jessica of Lemongrass Photography.  She was a doll to work with! I enjoyed meeting one of my internet friends out from behind a screen and was really impressed with her style, demeanor, and enthusiasm for her art. Oh, and she brought her beaaaauuutiful 2 week old son with her. Yes, you read that right---she was out working TWO WEEKS AFTER giving birth. Wowsa. :)

so, here's my fall/winter collection.

((nervously shuffling my feet))

Cheers!

Biiig thanks again to Jessica of Lemongrass Photography. Weren't these images caauutte?!



Behind the Scenes ((Latte Da Preview))

Latte Da is coming ya'll!!! In just a few short days!! Snaps if you're excited to add some fall lillypie to your wardrobe!!

I thought I'd share a little bit into the process of coming up and designing Latte Da.  I'm a small business but it's a lot of BIG work to create new designs and products each season.  I'm not a professional. I didn't go to school for this. This is what inspires and works for me---so I'm sharin'.

I always start with sketches. I grabbed a sharpie and just started. I'll tell ya that not all my sketches made it into the collection. I'm saving a few for later because whoooo lordy I don't have goobles of time here.

After the initial sketches I started picking out fabrics and a color scheme. I've found the best way for me to decide on colors is to pick two or three BOLD colors and then two or three NEUTRALS.  My bolds this collection are vintage amber, persimmon, and plum. My neutrals are ash, neutral, and dusty aqua.  When I go shopping---I always go COLOR when picking out accessories---ESPECIALLY if it's expensive. If I'm going to buy something that is more than 20 bucks I want it to stand out. If I'm being transparent here---I want it to get compliments ( do you do that too?).  So---next time you see me? Compliment me on my rust red scarf?! hehe.

However, not everyone has that same idea when it comes to shopping for accessories. Lots of ladies love the neutrals--if you're going to spend money on you or your daughter you want LOTS AND LOTS of use out of it. You want to get your money's worth annnnnd get compliments on your style and taste. Two thumbs up there too.

I've got both types of ladies covered. I split the collection down the middle and made sure to have equal bold and neutral pieces.  YAY!

Latte Da also has a lot more baubled beauties. I don't want to stray from my roots of headbands that are meant to be shared but good golly I loooooooove making necklaces ((and now bracelets!!!)). I wanted more necklaces in this collection because selfishly they are lots of fun to make!

Being a new mother again I've got this lovely extra LOVE hanging around my mid section. Thanks, Noah.  Someone once told me that a big statement necklace is the best way to draw the eye UPWARD and I agree. So I make lots of them. and I wear lots of them. Lattteeeee da.

So after sketching, scooping up pretty fabrics, piecing together new headbands and necklaces, I come up with a name for the collection of designs--because it's fun. Fall 2012 is boring. Latte Da is fun.

Sipping hot chocolate with your littles on a crisp fall day is fun. Gathering for some girl time in local coffee shop sharing your heart and life is necessary. Soaking up a moment for YOURSELF with a cup before the crazy begins is important. Enjoying the spontaneous fun moments in life is glorious. Latte Da!

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behind the scenes of my new collection ((lolliPOP))

This week is an exciting week! I'm hanging up my teacher hat for a week and enjoying my toddler. It's hard to believe that in just a few short months there will be a newborn around again. I'm also launching my biggest and *brightest* collection ever. My spring collection has 30 new pieces and is full of eye catching, bold, delicious colors. In anticipation of this collection that will launch !!Tuesday!!,  I thought I'd share a little behind the scenes of how  my creative process evolved into lolliPOP!

Back in January I started thinking about what I wanted to do for spring. Last year I launched Pocket Full of Posies and it was a big success for lillypie. I knew I wanted to do another collection for  spring but didn't really know where to start.  My ideas started flowing after placing lilly's large lollipop from christmas in a mason jar on a shelf in our kitchen. Scott poked fun that I was using my daughter's present as a decoration in our home. When I think something is pretty--I display it. I don't think that's tooooo weird.

Around the same time I also started hearing about the big trends  for spring. Thank you fashion week!  COLOR is IN this season. On every page and every fashion blog the term COLOR POP was being mentioned. Another huge trend for spring that I admired was the pastel and sherbet colors. I've always been inspired by color and the spring/summer palette fits my design eye. 

Magazine features from InStyle Magazine

Then came PANTONE---ahhhhhh.

Then came the target ads ----swwoooonnnnnn

I was hooked  and drooling. I *knew* I needed to stray from my muted and soft colors and GO BOLD or GO HOME. :)

The concept of lolliPOP was born after marrying my love of the seasons trendiest colors with my increased fascination with the stocking stuffer turned home accessory.   LolliPOP is a collection of accessories that women of all ages can enjoy. It's a way to experiment with the trends without the FULL commitment of colored denim and neon chevrons. :)

I'm a visual girl so sketches were drawn, lists were made,  and prototypes were constructed.

a lillypie lollipop. :)

When coming up with  a set of new designs I like to think of a story. Who is my customer? What are they looking for? How can I make them happy? I want this collection to be an extension of my personality and full of products that I not only love but so does my customer.  Lots of thinking. Lots of planning. and a lot of conversations with husband and friends about my ideas.

True story, girlfriend. Print in my studio from YellowHeartArt

I wanted this collection to be full of EVERYDAY pieces.  I want items to be loved and worn often --lillypies aren't just fun photography props for family photoshoot or newborn photos---they are designed to be  everyday. 

In March--I began production. I narrowed down my 45 item list to a more manageable 30. I eliminated several designs that were not cohesive with my vision. I  also added 3 last minute designs ((as in --I made them 2 hours before my product photoshoot)) that are currently my FAVORITE of the entire collection.

Last week I brought my entire collection and a gaggle of fun lollipop props and met Sarah of Sarah-Beth Photography at her downtown studio for a styled shoot. We were joined by four darling little girls and their mothers for one of the most fun dress up sessions ever! The little models enjoyed licking *rather* large lollipops while their mothers dressed them up in fun dresses. I plopped my collection on the babes and the mommas while Sarah snapped away. I was BLOWN away by the entire afternoon.  I LOVE THIS JOB.  I met some darling women from Indianapolis who are gorgeous inside and out. Their little ones were happy, energetic, and full of life. I couldn't of asked for a better group to model this collection. My heart was full that day.

This collection is fun, bright, and cheerful.  It's trendy. It's classic. Lillypie is about making women feel put together and adorable.

Lillypie is loving your daughter and yourself.

I can't wait to share the entire collection with you! I hope you enjoyed the story of how it came to be!

Tuesday is going to be a fun day!! I hope you'll come back to see all the pretty things I have in store!

Adorable Spring Program ((is finally here))

I'm so so so so excited that spring is *almost* here. I'm ready for freshly painted toes, breeze flowing through the house, bubbles on the front porch, brighter make up, and of course--bright and fun accessories.

This post includes ALL the details surrounding my Adorable Spring subscription program. Read on to learn more!

Adorable Winter was my first program. It was soooo much fun! I sent fun little accessory surprises to my subscribers  now turned friends during the long drab months of December, January, February, and soon to be March.  I enjoyed creating neutral yet trendy accessories and felt like a magic fairy delivering little packages of girly happiness each month to my new found friends. I asked my previous subscribers to share a little about their feelings of the Adorable Winter program.

"Excellent quality, durable/great quality, unique.  I've worn them (and my daughter that sneak wears them when I'm not) a dozen times and it is still shiny! It is not showing signs of wear." ~Melissa

"I appreciated the neutral color combinations, so I can wear items with more than one outfit." ~Casey

"My favorite accessory so far is most definitely the brooch.  I love it; it is extremely versatile.  So far I have attached it to a necklace, coat, clutch, and hair tie.  Basically, it comes with me whenever I leave the house."  ~ Angela

Most definitely would recommend any of Laura's products! They are beautiful and unique!!! :-) I'm looking forward to the spring package!!  ~ Holly

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Ready for the Adorable Spring details? Yay, me too!

Adorable Spring is for you  and your little one if you choose! You deserve a treat. You work hard. You are beautiful. Adorable Spring is for you. Around the 15th of each month (April-June) a pretty little accessory from Lillypie Accessories will be handmade, packaged and sent to you. It will be something different each month. An adorable surprise!

The items in the Adorable Spring collection are NEW designs with NEW fabrics. They are inspired by this spring's trend colors and will be a pretty  POP OF COLOR to accent your existing wardrobe.  The items will be different each month. A SURPRISE--it's what makes it fun! You can expect two of my specialties-- two different headband designs and a necklace.The items in the adorable spring collection will be available to YOU first. They will not be listed in my shop until YOU have received yours. You're lillypie VIP in my eyes.

HEADBANDS? Yes, you can choose each month which style you'd prefer. My thin stretch headbands will fit newborns-adults. They do not leave marks on your little one's head and are extremely comfortable for all ages.

Or, if you'd like you may have  the headband designs attatched to a thin silver headband. Perfect if you plan on spoiling yourself with these designs. :) A classic headband is perfect...all the time.

Okay, let's talk cost. :)

Buying the accessories individually from my shop would cost you $60. The Adorable Spring package is priced at $35.00 with a ONE TIME shipping fee of $10 with your subscription for US orders.

If you are money savvy or have an accountant as a husband like me, being a part of Adorable Spring is $13 a month. You deserve it! What are you waiting for?

Yes, yes, and more YES!!

All Adorable Winter participants who sign up for the new Spring Program will get extra lillypie lovin. My friends will get an additional surprise the first month (( a $15 value item)) just as a thank you for returning for more fun!

Something new and exciting for ALL Adorable Spring Participants is our new

REFERRAL PROGRAM.

Visit my shop and click the Adorable Spring section on the left sidebar. Purchase any of the available Adorable Spring packages. In the notes to seller please verify the name and address for the person receiving the packages. This will be the address I send the pretty things to--not the address on paypal. I want to make sure it's going the RIGHT place. **coupon codes, giveaway credit,and discounts are not valid with this offer**

IF YOU WERE REFERRED BY A FRIEND--Please share share share their name! You BOTH get lillypie swag if a friend ((who also purchased a package)) referred you. Verify and pay and you're all set! I'll contact you after payment and tell you how excited and happy I am for you! I can only imagine how fun it will be to get something pretty in the mail each month!


And then....get to sharing this post! You get EXTRA free swag if someone you know and love purchases a package as well. :) Feel free to share via facebook, twitter, pinterest, and good ole' word of mouth.

I'm soooo looking forward to this spring.  I'd love to make pretty things for you this spring!

xoxox
Laura

a lovely locket ((february exclusive))

My grandma gave me a heart shaped locket when I was seven with a picture of my parents in it. It was  my first "real gold" and was the most expensive thing I owned until I lost it when I was eight....

I remember that locket because it was special to me. I opened and closed that thing until my fingers hurt. I even remember my second grade teacher, Mrs. Reed, announcing to the class that " Whomever is making the clicking noise repeatedly needs to stop". I was caught and my clicking locket was to blame. I think I was red with embarrassment until recess. Of course it was my PARENT'S fault because I was looking at their pictures.

Anyway enough stories--I stumbled upon a handful of gorgeous vintage lockets back in December and snatched them up. I've been holding onto them until now and I'm so excited to share them with you. Here's why I've held onto them.


February=Valentine's Day= Love= Jewelry= Lockets= looking at those you love all day= Awwww = Valentine's Day = February

Makes sense right?

I  have a  ((very)) limited number of these lockets available during February. What a great gift for or from someone you love! I added vintage moonstone and turquoise charms to accent the oval locket. I also tied some mulberry satin ribbon to add a pop of color and variant texture. Charms can be added or removed according to your taste.

Dainty. Vintage. Romantic. Darling. :)

I love the locket layered with other shorter necklaces. I placed it over one of my new necklaces from my heart strings collection in this photo.

I was only able to get my hands on a limited amount of these lockets. Don't wait too long or they'll be gone!

Ready to shop?! Here's a link!

**but my valentine doesn't read your blog!!! or know you exist!!! Go to etsy. Heart it. Email the link. and politely tell him that flowers die and you'd rather wear his handsome face around  your neck anyway. ;) orrr....buy it for yourself. February= love. Even if it's self love. ((wink))

PURCHASE BY FEBRUARY 8th TO GUARANTEE DELIVERY BEFORE FEB. 14th.

Heart Strings ((a NEW mini collection))

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I've been a busy bee. I have a new mini-collection of necklaces that I'm giddy for you to see!

My inspiration for my little necklace collection are the imaginary strings that tie you to a person. The feeling that your hearts are connected regardless of your location. The idea that this person fills your heart with so much joy and love that you're tethered together at the heart.  A delicate desire to be near.

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Those of you that have been to my shop this week might have seen my new little gems. The whole shop got a little update!

All the designs are  intricate, soft, and whimsical. All stones and pendants are vintage 1970's pieces. The perfect combination of new and old, delicate and strong.

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All pieces ((with the exception of the locket--coming soon!)) are available for hearting, pinning, and purchasing right now in my SHOP ((http://www.lillypieaccessories.etsy.com/)). 

What do you think?

My Adorable Winter Package friends should be REALLY excited because they have one of the brand new designs en route to their house as we speak. ((yaaaayyyy!))

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