CPSIA- How will it affect me and other handmade sellers??

I did not really want to touch on this subject but I cant seem to help it.

This new law that goes into affect on February 10-2009 is going to affect MILLIONS of small bussinesss around the world.

The quick low down on this:

On Feb.10th 2009, New requirements of the (CPSIA) will take effect. Manufactures,importers and retailers are expected to comply with the new Congressionally-mandated laws.

Beginning Feb.10th 2009, Childrens products cannot be sold if they contain more than 600 parts per million (ppm) total lead.

Certain Childrens products manufactured on or after Feb.10th 2009 cannot be sold if they contain more than 0.1% of certain specific phthalates or if they fail to meet new mandatory standards for toys.

The new law requires that domestic manufactures and importers certify that childrens products made after Feb.10 .2009 meet all the new safety standards and the lead ban.

I am an artist that would be impacted by this proposed legislation if it is enacted.

I am fearful that as a sole proprietor I will not be able to afford the stricter regulations of the act,the cost of testing and certification is likely well beyond my means and I will be forced to close shop.

An idea of what I would have to charge a customer for the cost of  material, labor , testing and shipping this two piece bib set would be around $4000.00 ( any takers)???

Further  info on the Act is available at the CPSC website HERE

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Smiles,

Tina

Bad Hair Day??

It never seems to fail,

I wake up, have a shower and try to do something with my hair and well…lets just say my hair has other things in mind other then cooperating.

Winter ,even tho we don’t want to admit it,it soon be on its way, and with that in mind will come toque or hat season.

So for myself as well as my shop I have started to make some hair bands at a really great price!

I know I will NOT be having messy hair…;)

Fall Headbands

We also have a winner in my little puzzle I had going last week. The hidden word is FESTIVE.

Congrats to: Elizabeth! (USA)

Have a great week!!

Smiles,

Tina

Holiday shopping time!!

Hello blog reading world!!

Getting ready to do some holiday shopping? I know I am!!

I Love this time of year!!

Sad to see the summer slipping away,but glad that the kids will be back in school!!

The trees are starting to turn color out here (Winnipeg,Manitoba,Canada)

And call me crazy but even the way the air smells has changed.

So if you have not had a chance to take a peek at my shop now is the time, I have added a bunch of holiday items just waiting for you!…take a peek!!

Today I listed these bobbie pins, they are supposed to be snowflakes but to me they look like spider webs!! what do you think?? 

It has been a busy day for me, so I am off to bed!!

Sweet dreams all!

Smiles,

Tina

Halloween…OOPS!

So I kinda forgot all about Halloween,

Funny having two boys you would think that the constant reminder about the event and WHEN are we gonna buy a costume would of been a flag!

But no…I have been so busy with back to school and Christmas that I have forgotten all about the trick or treating.

So my shop has only one item featuring a Halloween item:

Hopefully next year I will be on top of things quicker!

Enjoy the rest of the weekend!

Smiles,

Tina

Christmas in August?

Well for me it is anyways!

I have started my holiday sewing,crafts already. I figure,if I am looking for holiday items so are others…at least that’s what I am telling myself

I dont like shoping last minute and the prices always seem to raise around the holidays so I always shop a couple of months before hand.

This year I have been doing most of my shopping on Etsy, I wont disclose what I have gotten, do to the fact that family might be lurking around

Of course there will be some items that I will be making for friends etc.

anyhow, just thought I would let you all know that my shop has some holiday items up for grabs…take a peek,more to come soon! 

Smiles,

Tina

Back to school soon!!

As much as I love summer and spending it with the boys…am I glad it is coming to an end soon!

This summer we had the boys busy with swimming lessons,lacrosse and camp.

Now that it has started to slow down a bit..well lets just say they are driving me CRAZY!!

I miss my afternoon naps..yes at 32 I have a nap and I love it!!

With the kids going back to school,I as well will be joining them, I work at my youngest sons school as the lunch program supervisor, It is a shared position with a good friend of mine. I have been doing this since they both started school..and even tho at times it is very crazy, I love them to bits!

It is such a boost when you come into school and the kids are sooo happy to see you.

The past couple of days I have been making some Reusable fabric napkins for my family and friends and even a couple to put in my shop

Seeing how fall is soon approaching us I have started to make some scarfs for the wee little ones.

More items to follow as more ideas keep popping into my head….like when I am sleeping

Have a great night!!

Smiles,

Tina

Huge sale over at bellaflowers shop!

So tonight I am letting the blog reading world know that I am having a summer sale at my shop !

Great prices and low shipping as well. moving out summer items to bring in my new fall items.

Here is just a sample of whats on sale..

And an added bonus..if you dont like the price..message me and I will work something out with you!!!

Have fun shopping…now back to painting my sons room!!

Smiles,

Tina

OH so busy!!

I have been sooo busy this past week that I am finding it hard to take out just a few minutes to write a post…ugghhh.

The boys are at camp right now so I have freed up some time to do some….CLEANING!! yuck!

And to let you know a cool thing I found surfing the net the other day.

YoYo’s! (the fabric kind)…;)

Is this not the cutest!

I think I am going to start on my own project that uses these fabric yoyo’s.

Just think of all the cool toys you could make!!

But I must say..this is not something new..in-fact this has been around for a LONG time!

It’s just new to me and I cant wait to get started!

Smiles,

Tina

EDIT:Fabric,Contest,prize,Best CRITIQUE!

What pretty fabric I received in the mail today!

I have been getting fabric from the fabricshoppe on Etsy lately and have always been soo happy to open up the package.

I cant wait to be able to turn this pretty fabric into something wonderful.

Please take a moment out and go to the Fabricshoppe site to see all the wonderful fabric!

Since I am in such a good mood tonight I feel like giving away a little prize..

(this fabric was NOT purchased from the Fabricshoppe)

All you have to do is:

1) live in Canada or USA

2) Go to bellaflower and tell me what you like and dont like at my shop (BE nice)…lol

3) I will pick the best critique that will win the prize.

Easy…I think so!

So lets get started leaving comments!

<—-Photo: Baby ribbon taggie blanket (prize)

Smiles,

Tina