Archive for February, 2010
Wednesday, February 24th, 2010
Mark Garber Photography
With our brides putting together details of their summer & fall weddings, we wanted to highlight our good friends at Mark Garber Photography. Mark and his wife Jennifer are an amazing, multi-award-winning photography team who have been featured in national magazines, professional photography magazine articles, and have a seemingly endless list of accolades.
I have had the honor of working with both Mark and Jennifer commercially and personally. Being around the wedding industry I have seen them "in action" at many-a-wedding, and my family photos taken by the Garbers are truly priceless treasures. Merging their different talents, "their shooting style is a fusion of editorial, romantic and fashion photography, which they have blended into their own unique look", as they describe themselves.
Located in Springboro, Ohio, you may contact them at 937-748-8445 or garbersonline@gmail.com. See their portfolio at www.markgarber.com and prepare to be impressed.
Sunday, February 21st, 2010
Buzzing about JennaClaire
It's always nice to hear others compliment our styles and quality, especially when we are hand-selected by a website specializing in product reviews. We were thrilled to have been discovered by Angela from Bees Who Buzz, a blog which reviews everything from fashion to makeup to food. Angela and her team review products they find interesting and share their thoughts with their readers. Check out her site for all the wonderful reviews and giveaways! We found some great gift ideas there (for others and, well, for ourselves!).
Speaking of giveaways, be sure to enter the Bees Who Buzz drawing to win a $25 gift certificate to JennaClaire by clicking here! Hurry, you have until March 8, 2010 to enter.
If you or someone you know would like to review a JennaClaire product please contact us at info@jennaclaire.com.
Friday, February 19th, 2010
Mother/Daughter Design Sessions
We would like to thank the Miller ladies for stopping by the studio to design with us! Lane Ann Miller and her two daughters (Mackencie and Jessie) were in town for the Cedarville University 'Lil Sibs weekend. Visiting our area from Trenton, Kentucky, they decided to incorporate a little "girl time" into their visit and design bags together. We had a great time with them and hope they visit us the next time they are in town!
Wednesday, February 17th, 2010
Spring/Summer Fashion Trends
This is Fall/Winter 2010 Fashion Week at Bryant Park, but we would rather focus on what's hot for Spring 2010! Here is a peek at what's all the rage for Spring/Summer 2010.
It's time to think color...hot pinks and tropical neon colors are going to be popular this year. Glam up any outfit easily with scarves and handbags (we like that!).
Don't forget about classic nude tones to offset bright accessories or clothes. Neutral has made a big comeback and is the perfect partner when pared with bright colors.
Along with neons and neutrals, metallics were the talk of Paris Fashion Week as designers debuted their Spring/Summer Collections. Golds & silvers add a shimmer to any palette!
Friday, February 12th, 2010
We Tied “The Knot”
We are pleased to announce that you can now find us on TheKnot.com, TheWeddingChannel.com, and PartySpot.com! We are located in the Gifts & Registries category and you can find us in the Dayton, Cincinnati, & Northern Kentucky pages. As more brides are searching for unusual gifts for brides and a special venue for a bridesmaid gathering, we thought these venues were a perfect way to help them find us.
Know a bride who is planning a wedding? Brides earn 10% off when 5 or more items are purchased (no party is required to earn this discount). Monogramming is available, and we have a large range of gift ideas. Prices range from $35 & under for darling accessories, $49-115 for totes, and handbags in the $49-96 range. We also work with heirloom fabrics such as mother's bridal gown or lace from her veil to create a special accessory that can be passed down from generations to come. Call us for more details (937-431-1888) or stop in the studio for more details.
If you are looking for a fun girls' event for your maids, ask us about studio bridal ... READ MORE»
Friday, February 12th, 2010
What Sets Us Apart… Our Attention to Detail!
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[/caption]What's to love about our bags? Besides the awesome fabric selections in the last post, our workmanship is what separates us from all others in our industry!
Did you know...every bag is hand-cut and then sewn by a single seamstress from start to finish. Basically, two people are involved in the construction of your bag- which gives our products a very personalized element. Your bag is then inspected by the seamstress, a production manager, and a workroom manager before you receive it.
What does it take to sew for our company? We only hire seamstresses with the best skills & sewing knowledge. They then are trained extensively through our training program. This includes cutting techniques, sewing and finishing techniques, and finally being placed on a design "team".
Take a look at our finishing techniques for yourself. It is what sets us apart from the others. Many have asked if our bags are mass-produced, and we take this as a compliment. Mass produced bags have a consistent look, or quality, to them. Top-stitching is consistently even, edges & seams are pressed ... READ MORE»
Tuesday, February 9th, 2010
Love our Fabrics
Love is in the air...and we thought we'd share what's to LOVE about our fabrics. Many of you comment that you are impressed with our fabric quality and selection. We carry a great selection of trendier patterns and materials than you would expect a fabric bag to be comprised of. Many of our customers love that we offer them a hip & fashionable alternative to leather for many reasons, including the weight of the bag (easier on the shoulders & back), or they simply prefer fabric over leather goods. Either reason shouldn't mean that you must compromise fashion or quality.Which bring us to why our fabrics choices are one of the main reason women are drawn to our bags. When we purchase materials, quality and durability are considered first and foremost. We have a good idea what fabric contents wear well and which ones tend to pill or fade with use. We will always guarantee your bag against unusual wear (remember, it IS a fabric bag so extra care should be taken). Second, we consider fashion trends when purchasing each season. Color, textures, and patterns all are researched. Currently we are purchasing ... READ MORE»
Tuesday, February 2nd, 2010
Living in the Heartland…
As Chinese New Year approaches I begin to get a little nostalgic about our adoption experience with our daughter, Catie. Almost three years ago we had the thrilling experience of traveling to China to meet our beautiful little girl. She and her older sister, Jenna are the lights of our lives and along the way we have made new friendships with other parents who have also adopted, or are waiting to to travel and meet their child.A few weeks ago a friend of mine (Pamela Ferris-Olson) who is a writer contacted me to let me know that she was about to publish a book she'd written called "Living in the Heartland: Three Extraordinary Women's Stories." She thought the storyline would be appealing to me as a mother of a Chinese-American child, as it chronicles three women's search for identity, self-esteem, and happiness. The book poses interesting points of view from these women as they've learned to celebrate their cultural differences. It's a compelling story of real Americans − women who are heroines not because of remarkable feats but in the graceful way they live in the face of challenges. Pamela has also created an online blog where others ... READ MORE»
