Friday, February 26, 2010

Treat Bags are Here!

New to Designer Favors - Treat Bags!

What a perfect way to say "Thank You".  Favor Treat Bags are perfect for kids parties, baby showers or for any occasion.  They can be filled with with candy, stickers, toys or any other goodie you want. Treat toppers are scored for easy folding. Simply fill the bag, slide on the topper, staple and you're done!  Instant party favor.


My goodie bags are available for any design in my shop!  Have a custom request?  I am happy to work with you to create a design that will compliment your party's theme.  Just contact me for a custom quote.

 

Feel free to browse my shop for current listings, but as always all items in my shop area available for any design.  I can also do coordinating;
Cupcake Toppers
Thank You Tags
Happy Birthday Banners
Stickers

 

Thank you for looking!  I hope you stop by.

Tuesday, January 26, 2010

Celebrate with Birthday Banners


Birthday banners are a must have for any party, so why not get one that is handmade and that can be a perfect match to your party's theme?  Store bought banners are okay, but the selection is limited and the quality is not always great.  Let Designer Favors create a custom banner for you.  I have several styles in my shop, but if you don't see what you're looking for simply contact me and I can create any color or saying you want!



I can also match character parties!



All banners are handmade out of quality cardstock and ribbon.  Shapes and sizes can also be customized!


If you need additional decorations, all designs are available in Cupcake Toppers and Thank you Tags.  Stop by Designer Favors to see my current designs!

Wednesday, January 20, 2010

Princess for a Day!

What little girl doesn't dream that her prince charming will come and rescue her?  Fairy tales are so fun and the Disney Princesses are such a cute party theme.  Of course you can find a ton of store bought items, but none that are personalized for your little girl.


Designer Favors is featuring a wonderful set of princess themed party decorations.  Cinderella is at the forefront, but you can have yours customized with any princess your heart desires!  






Thursday, January 14, 2010

Flutters Interview

Shop Feature!!!

Yet another wonderful shop found on Etsy!  I came across Flutters this week and had to share.  I contacted her to talk with her about her amazingly cute, girly items.  Here is what she told me:



Tell me a little about yourself
I'm a stay at home Mom and I home school. Obviously that puts me at home a lot, and I also haven't had a car for a few years due to a bad accident I was in. So, I have had a lot of free time to craft and create!

Why did you start making your items?
I went to a craft show and bought some hair bows for my daughters. They were so expensive I thought "I can do this!" So I figured it out, perfected it to my taste and then moved on to Bow holders from there. You have to have somewhere to put all those bows, right? :) I love trying new items that my girls are interested in. The hair wreath has always been a favorite of mine, and my girls love to dress up. I always get their opinion on what I make. I love having their honest advice.
 


What is your inspiration?
I love beautiful, girly things, but I find myself very practical. I have a husband that works with his hands and he is a perfectionist in all he does. I always show him my work to get his opinion on durability and quality. If I don't like an item, I won't send it until I am satisfied with it! I've torn apart many a crocheted hat after completion because of a little something I just didn't like. I am looking for quality, uniqueness, and beauty. I want my items to have something different about them that can only be found in my shop. 

Anything else you would like people to know about your shop?
I really enjoy the use of vintage buttons. I like using them on my clips, and crocheted hats. Many of these are truly one of a kind because I only have one of that particular button! I also want ideas! If a customer has something they want and they don't see it, I want to know. I would love to work with them to come up with what they were looking for.

If you are interested in updates and new products, I have a facebook page:

Also, don't forget to stop by Designer Favors for personalized party decor!





Tuesday, January 12, 2010

The French Connection




How many of you can relate to this? 

"I am a stay at home mom of twin toddlers. I love creating jewelry in any spare time I can find. It is my creative outlet in my hectic stay-at-home-mom life!" Direct quote from PrettyParis on Etsy.

Well, maybe not the twin part but for many of us the rest is true.  I myself am a stay-at-home-mom of a toddler and Etsy has saved my sanity!  Let's hear it for us moms out there and support each others' wonderful handmade crafts.  Stop by PrettyParis today! 




Also, visit Designer Favors on Etsy for some great party decorations!

Wednesday, December 30, 2009

This Happy House

Shop Feature!


Again, I came across this amazing shop on Etsy. Her work is so beautiful and unique. ThisHappyHouse features fantastic felt flower arrangements accented with ribbons, buttons and more!



Here is my interview with the talented artist:

Tell me a little about yourself:
I'm a stay-at-home mom with a 2 year-old daughter. I've always liked crafts and like to think of myself as being farily crafty, but I'm in awe of some of the amazing talent of other etsy sellers. I can easily say that I'm completely addicted to etsy!

 

Why did you start making your items?
I opened my shop as a way to have a little "me" time and make a little extra money at the same time. Whatever money I make goes to support other hand-made shops.

 


What is your inspiration?
Anything and everything. I could spend all day looking at buttons. I have buttons all over my house.


For more information or to purchase any of these wonderful items, please stop by ThisHappyHouse today!





Thursday, December 17, 2009

Shop Feature of the Week!


I recently came across a wonderful new shop on Etsy and wanted to share her talent.  McKenney's Keepsakes specializes in scrabble tile sized wood pendents.  She offers a wide range of designs and is happy to help make a custom orders to meet her customers specific needs.



Tell me a little about yourself:


I am mom and wife. We are a blended family with 4 kids between us. Recently we moved from the big city of Fort Lauderdale Florida, to the tiny town of Stafford Springs, CT. Our kids range in age from 16-10, 3 boys and 1 girl.

Why did you start making your items?
I've always been a fairly crafty person. I started making these pendants as gifts for other people. Those people responded very well to them so I thought I would try selling them.

What is your inspiration?

My inspiration comes from all over the place. My friends, my kids, my intrests, my family...they all inspire me in some way, shape, or form.
What else would you like to share?
I hope to expand my collection in the up coming months include not only pendants, but magnets, pushpins, and book marks. I have been experimenting with all of those things and hopefully will be able to get them introduced soon. I also have experimented with personal photos. I would like to offer this service as well. I find that the photo gifts are always great for grandparents and extended family.