Forty Toes Photography Giveaway

Writer's block is still haunting me.

I think it is because I have so many ideas for tutorials

and don't have the time to photograph and create them.

So frustrating!

But, that will be solved once we get through the busiest time of year for us.

Promise...new designs, new patterns, new PDF patterns, etc.

Coming in January!

Until then, please check out this wonderful giveaway we are participating in.

Jen is an amazing mommy to four gorgeous children.

She started Forty Toes Photography and it has grown insanely huge in the past 2 years.

She also has an amzing Facebook page, check it out HERE.

To help Jen celebrate, we have offered up this adorable outfit from our Corduroy Collection.

The deets...

~ {SIG} Corduroy Tunic Top in Fuchsia - $35

~ {SIG} Corduroy Ruffle Pants in Houndstooth - $25

~ Melbows Place M2M Boutique Bow - $8

In order to win, go to Forty Toes Photography's BLOG

and follow the instructions because it is will be worth your time.

Happy Monday Peeps!

Save the Date Events

Man, I am having serious writer's block.

This is why I haven't been blogging.
Trust me, I have tried to sit down several times but I end up

just staring at the screen and coming up blank. 

I should really keep a journal of ideas.

It seems like the logical thing to do.

But alas, logical doesn't cross my path much these days.

Beyond writer's block, {SIG} has been extremely busy!

We are getting ready for a couple of events in November.

Wish we could have tackled a bigger craft show but it just wasn't in the cards this year.

Instead, we will be out at Wine Styles on November 3rd

for a fun filled afternoon of wine tasting and shopping.

This will be our first time to attend this event and we

will be catering more to the adults with a great selection of

infinity scarves, Millie Totes, & {SIG} Totes.

But don't worry, we will also have some premade outfits

for both Turkey Day and Christmas so come on by!

The following weekend, we are hosting A Day with Amy Photography Workshop.

This is an all day event on November 11th from 9am to 5pm.

Lunch and snacks will be provided!

Trust me, it is worth the money to learn how to shoot your

camera out of "auto" mode!

Not only that, you get to hang out with Andrea and I for the day!!!

Finally, on November 18th, we will be hanging out at The Carriage House

with the fabulous Candace for photos with Santa!

Check out all the deets HERE.

The event starts at 1 and ends at 5.

There will be some great vendors there including the awesome Melbows Place!

There you have it.

The events of November.

Then maybe we can breathe a little.

Just a little.

Enjoy your Wednesday peeps!
I know I have lots of work to get wrapped up!

A Day with Amy Photography Workshop

Amy is coming to HOUSTON!
I couldn't be more excited!!!

Either could Andrea.

Because we are attending.

Actually, we are hosting the event.

I have a thing for photography.

I love it.

It is truly a "hobby" of mine.

But, I am an expert in using "auto" or "no flash".

The other settings?
Fuuuugetaboutit!

Let's face it.
I've tried to read books.

I've tried to read blogs.

I've tried to watch YouTube videos.

I've tried the settings out alone.

But it would not be too far fetched to say...EPIC FAIL.

Seriously, I need someone to teach me in real time.

I am sooooo looking forward to this workshop.

Amy is an amazing person.

She is kind and very easy to talk to.

And she can "break it down" really well!

{SIG} will be hosting the all day workshop.

November 11th from 9 to 5 PLUS lunch and snacks!
All you have to do is register and then show up.

It will be worth your while.

I mean, look at these amazing photos she took of our {52 Dresses} project?

AH-MA-ZING

I want to learn how to catch the light like that.

And ohhhh...the picture of her sweet gal in the water.

There is so much to learn.

I can't wait for this workshop.

I know I will become a better photographer because of it.

Want to join the fun?
Mark your calendars.

November 11th, 9-5.

Lunch and snacks provided.

Sign up for the workshop HERE.

Scroll down to almost the bottom of the page.

There is a drop down menu.

Click on November 11, Houston and it will take you through

the registration process.

This would make a great early Christmas present!

After all, a picture is worth a 1000 words or in our case, a 1000 memories.

Learning to capture those sweet memories is amazing!

We hope to see you there!

PS ~ Forgive the absence.

My "real" life has been super hectic.

Still learning to juggle the new part-time job and a growing business,

not to mention motherhood, friendships, and the marriage!

Fashion Forward Friday ~ Week 2

I'm really starting to enjoy Fashion Forward Friday.

{read more about FFF HERE}

I had this particular fabric set aside for just this idea.

Isn't it awesome?

Want the fabric for yourself?
It is from Riley Blake's Chevron collection and you can purchase it HERE

as our favorite Skye Reve Fabrics has sold out.

I paired it with awesome navy blue polka dots.

Again, from Riley Blake.

I knew I wanted this to be a little more subtle so that is why I chose

the navy blue rather than the red or orange to accent with.

Here is what one lucky little girl will be wearing.

And let me show you a close up of the pretty bow.

You know we love us some Melbows Place!

Here is the rundown on what I did with the basic peasant dress.

~ Cut the sleeves at the 1/2 way point and added a ruffle.

~ Added ruching right above the sleeve.

~ Added ruffling at the bottom of the dress.

~ Added a "squiggle" ruching on the bottom of the dress.

Andrea and I love being challenged and we often talk

about what our next design is going to be.

Andrea is up next and I think you all are going to LOVE what she makes.

And...in other blogging news,

I hope to have a few tutorials up sometime this month.

I just wish I had more time!

Anyone know where I can find 48 hours in a day?
It would be much appreciated!

Happy Monday Peeps!