Blueridge Posted May 12, 2010 Share Posted May 12, 2010 My dd Caitlin has been sewing for months on a 'secret' mission. This week she unveiled it. She has been sewing (American Girl size) doll clothes of all descriptions. Her goal was to open a tiny store for the family, to sell her creations, and then donate her money to the relief efforts in Haiti! Bless her heart. I just wanted to share her sweet heart with you all~ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jennifer in MI Posted May 12, 2010 Share Posted May 12, 2010 Bless her heart!!! Those are beautiful. Where is she selling them? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blueridge Posted May 12, 2010 Author Share Posted May 12, 2010 Bless her heart!!! Those are beautiful. Where is she selling them? Well, she just set up her little display in our front yard...to sell to her sisters! She had no plan outside her family, but I am wringing my hands wanting to 'broaden her customer base' LOL. I don't know where to take her. I thought of the local farmer's market, but they have a stiff booth rental. We don't have a church home. We aren't members of the local support group. So, we are without ideas. Suggestions? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted May 12, 2010 Share Posted May 12, 2010 Wonderful idea. And it looks like she did a good job! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paintedlady Posted May 12, 2010 Share Posted May 12, 2010 That is so darling! What a beautiful and talented girl you've got there. :thumbup1: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thescrappyhomeschooler Posted May 12, 2010 Share Posted May 12, 2010 Wow, what a sweet girl! Maybe if you explain that she's donating the money, the farm market will make an exception for her. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
********* Posted May 12, 2010 Share Posted May 12, 2010 Ginger, I wish I had a daughter or niece that was into American Girl right now; I'd buy an outfit from her in a heartbeat! What a wonderful talent she has! (And, I must mention, it lifts my spirit to see a young woman who covers her head. Very sweet. :)) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remudamom Posted May 12, 2010 Share Posted May 12, 2010 Wow, that's an impressive gal! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michelle My Bell Posted May 12, 2010 Share Posted May 12, 2010 Why not try Etsy.com? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Dulcimeramy Posted May 12, 2010 Share Posted May 12, 2010 You must be so proud of your daughter! Oh, how wonderful that she has done this! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hsmom Posted May 12, 2010 Share Posted May 12, 2010 She did a wonderful job! Very nice work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blueridge Posted May 12, 2010 Author Share Posted May 12, 2010 Thank you all for the great suggestions! We'll talk it over with her and show her all the possibilities she has. My 16dd told her that one day she will probably be a famous fashion designer. ;) Why are all these family talents skipping right over me?? I can't draw, can't write, can't sew, can't play piano...All I am talented at doing is concocting new curriculum schemes and drinking coffee. :001_huh: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starr Posted May 12, 2010 Share Posted May 12, 2010 Your daughter is lovely and generous! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mysticamethyst Posted May 12, 2010 Share Posted May 12, 2010 I second Etsy.com one of my dd's is making and selling dog treats to our neighboors. I have been thinking of sending her there to set up a store and see how it goes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
emeraldjoy Posted May 12, 2010 Share Posted May 12, 2010 wow. She has inspired me....and made my day, for real. Check out Bizarres or craft fairs that may be going on in your area for a greater venue. heck, I would send your photo in to the local newspaper....defintely worth running a short story on..so, so inspiring.....and humbling. e Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meriwether Posted May 12, 2010 Share Posted May 12, 2010 That is awsome. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChristusG Posted May 12, 2010 Share Posted May 12, 2010 You are raising her right momma! What a great heart she has!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Mungo Posted May 12, 2010 Share Posted May 12, 2010 Wow, wonderful job!! I agree with setting up an etsy shop or seeking out a local craft bazaar, if she desires to expand her business. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TammyinTN Posted May 12, 2010 Share Posted May 12, 2010 She did a wonderful job. :001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lauranc Posted May 12, 2010 Share Posted May 12, 2010 Wow! Those look great! What a great idea. ..Laura Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joannqn Posted May 12, 2010 Share Posted May 12, 2010 Awesome! If you can't sew, how did she learn? I think it is entirely unfair that her sewing skills at 12 are a thousand times better than mine will ever be. I can usually figure out crafting type stuff without a problem, just not sewing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wyndie Posted May 12, 2010 Share Posted May 12, 2010 That's awesome! I second calling the local newspaper. I bet they'd run a story for her. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScoutTN Posted May 12, 2010 Share Posted May 12, 2010 Why not try Etsy.com? :iagree: What great heart, skill and diligence! I'm sure the apples don't fall far from the tree! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blueridge Posted May 12, 2010 Author Share Posted May 12, 2010 Awesome! If you can't sew, how did she learn?... Funny you should ask that...I had bought a lovely Home Ec type book for last fall, with the best of intentions...and while she was patiently waiting for me to begin the program, she taught herself. We had an old machine in the basement, I did show her how to turn it on, but I didn't remember how to thread it.:001_huh: She took it from there! It must be some type of giftedness...you should see the hooded cape she designed for herself. It was inspired by some picture she saw in a Middle Ages book! Goodness. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gaillardia Posted May 13, 2010 Share Posted May 13, 2010 That's awesome! I second calling the local newspaper. I bet they'd run a story for her. :) :iagree:What a sweet girl! Even though she's doing it for charity your local market won't let her in? I had a homeschooling friend with a very talented homeschooled daughter, she sewed all kinds of clothing -- 1800's, modest prom gown, capes and I don't know what else. Like your daughter, she taught herself. She ended up at the National 4-H gathering which I guess was an invitation only event, or only if you won in state competition. She could sew very contemporary slick dresses, but she didn't want to sell it!! None of it!! Went to college and majored in fashion design! Congratulations on a very talented and giving daughter. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HRAAB Posted May 13, 2010 Share Posted May 13, 2010 What a wonderful thing to do. I would be one proud mama. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
specialmama Posted May 13, 2010 Share Posted May 13, 2010 What a sweetheart! You're doing something right alright! :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Teachin'Mine Posted May 13, 2010 Share Posted May 13, 2010 You have raised a daughter with beauty inside and out! She's a great seamstress!!! :) What about making a poster and asking your local library, and others in the area, if you could put it up there? I'd include the photo you posted here. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2plus5makes7forme Posted May 13, 2010 Share Posted May 13, 2010 The clothes are beautiful. This touches my heart. Thanks for posting it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Granny_Weatherwax Posted May 13, 2010 Share Posted May 13, 2010 That's awesome! I second calling the local newspaper. I bet they'd run a story for her. :) :iagree::iagree: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
i.love.lucy Posted May 13, 2010 Share Posted May 13, 2010 Even though you aren't a member of the local HS support group, try contacting them anyway. My local groups are gearing up for book sales and I wouldn't be surprised to see someone selling something like this for charity at an event like that...and would happily buy something from your sweet girl to support her efforts! What a lovely girl you have there!:001_wub: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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