Hello, darlings!

How has everyone been!?  I know, I know...I've been completely MIA lately.
We've had ALOT going on around here.  We're currently in the process of moving to a new city.  My husband is actually spending half of each week at the new house getting things ready for move in and my son and I are living full time at the old house until he's done with his 2nd grade year in June.  Then we'll all be reunited officially!
In the meantime, I've been doing a lot of weekend trips to the new house bringing things up little by little to make it more cozy for my hubby dearest and during the week I'm just completely consumed with my normal chores and housework, getting Gav to & from school, school projects and homework.

I've barely been sewing until recently when I got a big order in for several of my adorable little boxy pouches!
Right before that I was plugging away at a very special secret project.  I still don't want to spill the beans on it here, because the recipient isn't going to receive it for another couple weeks.  Better safe than sorry, I don't want to spoil the surprise!
It was such a fun project and a huge learning experience for me!!  I can't wait to share photos!!

I've had a little interest lately in seeing more on my Etsy page.  Several people have been requesting aprons!  I'm excited to try a couple new patterns.  I've already made a couple children's aprons for my son and my niece, but making a cute frilly adult apron will be a bigger challenge!

I apologize for my absence and silence!  I assure you things will pick up again when we get settled into the new house (and my new sewing nook has spotlights)!  I hate being away from my sewing machine for so long because its definitely my way to unwind and relax (as crazy as that might sound).
I recently went through and organized a lot of my fabrics so I know what I'm working with now.  I have more [and less] than I thought!  I have some amazing prints that I'm saving to use on new Etsy listings.  I tend to make a lot of things for friends and family (willingly, lol) so I want to save it for things I can sell to make strangers happy! ;) I've acquired quite a fabric stash and I'm not even done yet, haha!!

Anyway, I promise to be better at blogging...it was one of my New Years resolutions!
Just know that I haven't disappeared and can't wait to get back into my groove with everything!

\\xoxo//

Its Official!!

I have officially made my first Etsy sale!  One of my dear friends who I met ONCE many years ago when I was adjusting to living on an Air Force base bought a bag and a pouch from me!  I'm so excited!  I hope that there are many more purchases after that!

Of course, I have to keep making things!  I have plenty of ideas from friends that they're interested in so that will be my focus this upcoming week.  Keep in mind, if you ever see a fabric or design you love...let me know and I'll custom make something for you as long as I have the right materials!  When I'm done, I'll list your item in a custom listing on Etsy so you can securely check out.

I have a couple other projects I want to work on this week.  One is my scrap quilt.  I've organized all my scraps by color so I need to start cutting them down to size for a scrap quilt I've been working on off and on for what seems like FOREVER.  I can't ever get my ideas straight for this first quilt and I know its because I'm putting a lot of pressure on myself.  I want my first quilt to be nothing short of spectacular, scraps or not!
I also have an idea that I want to work out some fine details on.  A couple people I know are pregnant (one of them in my very own sister in law) and I've been racking my brain for out of the ordinary gift ideas I can make them.  I don't want to make something that will just get tossed in with the bundles of baby stuff they'll get at their baby showers.  So I have an idea for something a little different and I can't wait to start messing with the pattern and seeing what I can come up with!

As always, I am so grateful for your support and kind words.  I love comments so don't hesitate to comment on a blog post!  Keep checking my Etsy shop for new things!

xo
Beth

My newest fabrics!

My dad was just in Florida visiting me and he helped me stock up on some much needed fresh new fabrics!  I'm so excited to start sewing with these new colorful prints!  I'm going to have a few things listed by the end of the week!  Check back *soon* for updates! =)

I'm also going to be offering these little pouches for a few bucks.  I made some for Gavin's teachers for Valentine's Day and have plenty of fabric leftover to make more! Ours were stuffed with candy, but you can use them for just about anything because the pocket is high!

While my Dad was in town, I made him a little shaving bag to keep his bathroom stuff in.  I loved the mustache print and designed this bag myself using tips and ideas from random tutorials & patterns I'd used in the past.  Bags & pouches are getting easier and easier and I like to make each one unique!

 Found some cute new things to decorate my sewing room with!

STAY TUNED!!!

Wow, I am truly blessed!!

I have the most amazing friends and family.  You all have been out there spreading the word about me and my "numbers" have skyrocketed!!  My facebook page is growing, my blog views are increasing, my inbox is filling up with loads of encouragement, ideas, and future orders.
I am blessed to know all of you.  For those of you reading that I don't know personally...I'm blessed that you stopped by my little corner of the world for a peek.

With that being said, its apparent I need to kick it into high gear and start posting listings on my Etsy so you lovelies have more to look at!
Up until this point in time I've been practicing.  I make almost everything as practice and because I'm a perfectionist I give those things as gifts if even one stitch is out of place!

I've finally realized that I need to stop doubting myself and my talent because not a single person has ever called my work lackluster or imperfect.  I absolutely can't wait to share and sell new things!

So keep an eye out and definitely check back with me if you want a little piece of Miss B to cherish!

Comments, feedback, compliments, suggestions are ALWAYS welcome!
Tell me what you look for when you're shopping for handmade goods.  What appeals to you most?  What would you be most interested in purchasing if my talents allow me make it?  What are your favorite fabrics, patterns and designs?
I'm still molding Miss B Designs to be something that not only passes the time for me but also provides my friends, family and fans with things they'd love to have but might not normally buy.  I promise you reasonable prices and I guarantee that anything you purchase from me in the future will be made with love, care and a critical eye.

You can like my Facebook page HERE.
You can find my Etsy HERE, although I haven't posted much quite yet so please be patient!
You can also follow my personal Instagram under Jinxdkarma where I post photos of my work from time to time!

If you see any of my previous fabrics or designs that you absolutely love let me know because I'm always willing to use up what's left of each print.  The end of one yard means I get another!!

That's it for now!  Thank you all for your love & support!!

If you'd like to order something...

If you'd like to order something you've seen me make before, just let me know!  I'm still starting up but I've had several of my amazingly supportive friends interested in buying things from me and I'd love to offer you the chance.
I make many random things, mostly with my sewing machine.
If there's something specific you're wanting that I haven't done yet, let me know!  My favorite thing to do is practice and tune my skills by trying out all kinds of different tutorials and patterns!

For now, if you're wanting something just email me at bethgonzalez16@gmail.com and we'll discuss details & price.  
I have paypal to make payment easy.
I can also create a custom listing for you on Etsy for you to complete your purchase if you'd like.

Hot/cold neck wraps, eye masks, kleenex covers, tea wallets, credit card pouches, little boxy zipper pouches are some of the things I've done in the past.
I am also an authorized seller of these adorable buttercup bags (large or small).

If you're here to check things out for the first time and/or be supportive, that's okay too!  I love all your kind words and encouragement and I'm so grateful you stopped by my blog today! =)

Five Dollar ($5) Sale!!

The holidays are here!

Right now I have TONS of adorable peppermint rice bags available for sale!  I will post some photos below.  They come in a wide variety, as I try to make the use of all my fabric possible so the smaller ones can be used as hand warmers in your pockets, while the largest would make a great size for your aching lower back, the longest are perfect as neck wraps and the smaller, more compact make wonderful cold compresses for bumps and bruises!

I am currently using the following fabrics:
Light Mint Green
Bright Lime Green
Bright Pink
Birds in Cages
Birds
Pink & Green Skulls

I am not taking custom orders, as I'm trying to clear out what I already have made which means they'll ship quickly!

I am charging $5 for each rice bag.
All are infused with 100% pure peppermint oil.
They are made with 100% Cotton Flannel.

They can be used hot or cold.  Heat them up in the microwave for 1 minute or freeze them (inside a ziploc bag) as an alternate to a harsh ice pack!  Great for migraines, achy or sore muscles or just to warm up on a chilly night!

If you would like to purchase one, you can pick a size:
Lower Back (approx. " x ")
Neck Wrap (approx. 12" x 4")
Small Compress (approx. 4" x 6")
Large Compress (approx. 8" x 5")
Hand Warmers (approx. 4" x 3")

How to Order:
Shoot me an email first and I'll send you an invoice to pay.  You can reach me personally at bethgonzalez16@gmail.com.
Shipping will be $1 on all purchases.

Please include the design and size you'd like in your email and your shipping address as well!

I've been busy making tea wallets as well, so if you'd like one of those (some styles represented below) they're also selling for $5/each.  Tea not included!

 

New Etsy Shop; New Beginnings

There you have it!  My Etsy shop is open!  Okay okay, I only have one item on there but its a start!  More will go up when I have the materials & time to make them! =)  Its a bit overwhelming to be setting up a "shop", keeping up with a blog, practicing my skills, and then of course doing my full time job of running the household & being the best Mommy and Wife that I can be! I can do it though, just bear with me.

B