Welcome to my world!

Several people have asked me to post pictures of my sewing room, so, here you go! I have a Singer serger and and Singer sewing machine and 2 Babylock BMP embroidery machines (which I LOVE). I do have a lot of fun making things in this room and I am very thankful that the kids let me take over the playroom without too much fussing!

Hello! remember me? well, now that craft show season is drawing to a close, I can set my sites back on my 'sites' - the holidays are approaching rather quickly and so I'm pleased to announce that I will host 'shop days' in my studio. This is an opportunity to check out the latest items we've made as well as stock up on some basics - like everyday bows and clippies. Every Tuesday for the month of December I will be available from 10 am - 2 pm - need something monogrammed? this is the perfect opportunity to stop in - first come first served of course, but it will give people an opportunity to look through the thread colors and fonts to get what they truly like. If you don't know where to go, call or email for directions! (239) 839-8153 or preppyinparadise@comcast.net

Don't forget teacher gifts and stocking stuffers - or, while you're out shopping you might see something that just begs for a monogram - bring it on by!

Preppy Walls

What do you get when you mix a great paint job and a vinyl icon decal? A cute preppy bedroom of course! My dear friend Wendy redecorated her son's room recently and when she was talking about her 'theme' I suggested she try a giant crab to tie it all together. She was game and says it wasn't hard to put up at all and looks adorable. Check it out for yourself!

So Sweet Shower Curtain

I have always loved the look of monogrammed shower curtains, and I had a couple of minutes to 'transform' one before my company arrived - they liked it, and I think it adds something to an otherwise bland guest bathroom, since its the only room in our house that has never been painted or otherwise decorated! Now maybe we'll get to it!

Horse Show Season is nearly here!

Its almost time for horse shows to start up again, and in anticipation we are monogramming everything horsey in sight! Show Shirts, Saddle Pads, Polo Wraps, Bags, baseball caps - you name it! We have a great selection of horsey images and lots of monogram styles. Check it out! The best way to ensure your things don't wander off at the barn or at a show is to monogram them!

It has been too wet here in Southwest Florida to do much riding lately, but we still took Auntie Julie out to the barn to meet MacIntosh whiles she was here. Next time, she's getting on!

Back to work!

Well, we're back to work and trying to get all caught up with our orders! Thank you so much to everyone for being patient with us as well as the condolences passed on the Leanne & Glen and family - they were very much appreciated!

Leanne & Glen had a lovely visit with Aunt Julie and Grandma Joan despite the circumstances and we were happy to give them new monogrammed Scout bags - and two more fans were born! Actually, three, because we sent one for Auntie Robin too!

This week has started with the development of an adorable new product - a custom hair bow holder that can be personalized (within reason!) to match a child - light or dark skin tone, blond, brown, red or black hair, and black, brown, blue or green eyes! Its all machine sewn so its very sturdy and looks so cute loaded up with bows! Any little girl is sure to love it. Start thinking about the holidays and birthday parties coming up!

Death in the family

We are sad to report that my husbands Grandmother, Georgia Luks, passed away yesterday. If you have emailed or called us this week and we haven't responded yet, we will be returning messages on Friday. Thank you to everyone for your sympathy and understanding.