Tomorrow I release my first ever 4th of July inspired Limited Edition, Limited Quantity line! Check it out after 5pm CST!
etsy shop
Where I’ve Been….
This Week
Weekly wrap-up:
I’ve been working on orders as well as items for the upcoming photo shoots–still SO excited!!
Husband has been out of town, which allows me to stock up on junk food get a lot more sewing done, since I am able to sew into the evening hours–I don’t really cook when it’s just me.
While I work, I’ve been listening to “The Tudors: The Complete Story of England’s Most Notorious Dynasty” by G.J. Meyer, and I have to say–I’m loving it! I love history, and have always loved reading about any of the Tudors, but sometimes the books can be, let’s just say, a wee bit dry. Not the case here–it’s so interesting, and I’m even learning things I’ve not encountered in other books! Really worth it, if you’re a history nerd like me.
Have a fabulous weekend!
I Know I Just Said I Wouldn’t Do This….
Didn’t I JUST say that I wanted to break the cycle of posting just photo shoots?
Ahhh, well–this is new! And I wanted to share it before I forgot ALL ABOUT IT! (which I’ll do over the weekend, most likely)
Just a little product shoot with the beautiful Yuri, who I’ve gotten to work with a few times now–you’ll recognize her from the Boa Shoot and the Mardi Gras Shoot. She lives down the road–how lucky am I?
A few new pieces, a few new shots of older pieces.
Some new Swing Tanks, a new Crop Top, new Babydoll Tunics, new Sweetheart Neckline Bustiers….
And new shots of capelets and a cincher skirt.
We had so much fun, even though I had hoped to have more to photograph–as I mentioned, orders have been rolling in, and that means less time to create new things.
What do you think?
New Babydoll Tunics
Success!
Print Tank
The new shoot was a full success!
Oversize Crop Top
I mean, I know I’m the one saying it, so maybe take that with a grain of salt.
Kimono Jacket
But, I think the new look really makes the items pop in the listings.
Oversize Crop Top
What do you think?
Babydoll Tunic
I already have the next shoot scheduled, and hope to have the majority of the shop switched over to the new style within the next few months.
Swing Tank
I commented to G the other day that the only things I have to talk about–indeed, the only things I think about–are all work-related.
Oversize Crop Top
I must be a true bore.
Babydoll Tunic
I need to get out into the garden this weekend!
Go fishing! (we totally got our fishing licenses this past weekend–both of us love fishing, but have never fished down here! G grew up fishing in the Bahamas, and I grew up fishing in MN. So, it’s a new adventure)
Maybe then I’ll have more to discuss…and be a tad more interesting. 😉
Spring!
Vintage Handkerchief Skirt
I’ve been working on new Spring and Summer things for the shop lately–neglecting the blog, neglecting the yard, neglecting the garden. *sigh*
Linen Tunic Dress
Just sewing, sewing, sewing, SEWING!
Chiffon Swing Tank
Also re-working (or attempting to re-work) the photography for my etsy shop.
Floral Tunic Dress
While I love the editorial photography, the lighting, the mood, the setting…..it’s not as cohesive as I’d like it to be.
Gauze Gypsy Dress
So, I decided to try a new style.
Giraffe Tunic Dress
Went out with the lovely Nancy Jane a couple of weeks ago and snapped a bunch of new photos with new things, as well as old.
Kimono Jacket
While I love them……they’re still not right.
Floral Babydoll Tunic
And so, today, we’re trying this again.
Print Swing Tank
But in the wee little photo studio I have set up this time.
Yellow Sundress
Going for more simple. Less distraction from the clothing.
Butterfly Tunic Dress
But I think I’m going to miss the backgrounds.
Polka Dot Sundress
Trying to get your business the way you want it is a never-ending process, it seems.
Pinstripe Babydoll Tunic
But worth it.
Linen Sundress
Happy Almost-Weekend to you!
Official Photos
The Official Photos from the Mardi Gras shoot are in! Just in time for the season, as Fat Tuesday is almost upon us (one week from tomorrow!).
All items are now available (ready to ship or made to order) in my shop.
Photography by Underexposed Photography.
Hair & Make Up by Amanda Bravender
Models: Yuri Sisson & Nancy Jane
Clothing & Accessories by Trapped In Time Designs
Just a sampling–the light was so perfect and the sky so blue this day!
Circus Shoot
The final images from the recent Circus Shoot were released!
(which, if you follow me on facebook, you would TOTALLY know by now, seeing as I repeatedly posted the pictures over the weekend)
I’m happy with how they turned out. Each shoot is a learning experience, and each one is more fun than the last, somehow.
Models: Amberleighhh (http://www.modelmayhem.com/2598688) & Erica Boss (https://www.facebook.com/ericabossmoran)
Hair: Peggy West
Make Up: Laurin E Hart
Photographer: Underexposed Photography ( https://www.facebook.com/#!/brittsmithphoto )
Clothes & Accessories: Trapped In Time Designs (duh)
TnT Tuesday
It’s sunny and warm today, making me think of tunic dresses and summer.
This giraffe print is one of my favorite finds–though I only found enough of the fabric (it was a remnant) for one dress.
Tunic dresses are great for spring and summer. Worn with or without a belt. With or without a pair of capri leggings.
Perfect for long beach walks, summer festivals & backyard BBQs.
This one can be found here: https://www.etsy.com/listing/126929190/tunic-tunic-dress-tunic-pink-dress-pink?ref=shop_home_active_14
Model: Nancyjane ( http://www.modelmayhem.com/2403245 )
Quiet Week
I’ve been taking it easy, sewing for myself and re-grouping.
I decided to put all the custom orders back up, so if you’ve been waiting, now’s the time.
I planted some sweet oat grass for Lizzie. When it got long enough for her to chomp on, I brought it onto “her” sun-porch and she promptly climbed into it, effectively smooshing and killing all the grass in the middle of the pot. 
I worked in the yard and found the new crop of Devil’s Horse grasshopper babies masquerading as a toupee. (I have NO idea if that’s the right name–it’s just what my family has always called them)
Also, the first of the cherry tomatoes ripened (and were promptly eaten after this picture).
I did whip up a few new items for the shop. A pinstriped tunic top:
And a Mardi Gras peplum skirt (so out of season, but it was in the stack of things to sew):
Oh! And I got my new ironing board cover (I treat myself to a new one every year)!
(this is from the etsy shop Compelled To Craft, and I highly recommend shopping with them–this is my third from them, and I have loved each one. Great quality, great prints. https://www.etsy.com/shop/compelledtocraft)
As a few orders have already rolled in today, I’ll be back to normal production work next week! I don’t know if my self-imposed vacation was long enough…..but it sure was getting awfully quiet in the shop. 😉
Trapped In Time Designs 