Kanoa's First Year of Life Portfolio - The Cutest Baby Alive!

New Clothing Line - Island Kids - Baby & Toddler Casual Wear

I'm launching a new baby and toddler clothing line called Island Kids. As a true island girl I am taking what I already created from my Jennifer G Designs label and expanding it to a specific clothing line which will feature casual attire for our little tykes! Production of new outfits is underway and I hope to have some items listed on my new Etsy in late August (earlier would be even better). I am still going to have my Jennifer G Designs products, but I will focus more on my clothing line.

Some of the new outfits/items will include cute shorts and skirts with matching tops for baby boys & girls, toddler boys and girls and newborns. I'm really excited about designing these unique items. What will make them super unique is that like my Jennife G Designs items they will feature my original design appliques. I am currently shopping around for unique "island/tropical" fabric and making buying trips to my hometown (where I was born and raised) Honolulu, Hawaii will certainly happen more often!

Zou-e the Baby Elephant Onesie

I don't need to say much when one sees Zou-e the Baby Elephant on a onesie. Currently for sale on my Etsy site comes in 6 months, 12 months and 24 months. Zou-e can also be appliqued in green and blue.Visit www.jgdesigns.etsy.com to view more photos!

re-Introducing Mod Mama & Baby Elephants

It's been over 2 years since I launched Jennifer G Designs and the debut of Mod Mama & Baby Elephants design. My business has come a long way since I started making just baby blankets with my elephants applique. We are talking many more designs, accessories and items. But, I like to re-visit my original design that started it all for my little home-based business.

The elephants are of a abstract and very modern simple design, but the main theme of the design is the bond between mother and baby - something that any mother can relate to. The design can come pretty much in any color, but my standard colors are blue, green and pink on chocolate brown cotton fabric with a coordinating flannel on the back. The blanket is so soft and snugly and I can vouch from personal experience as I made one for my newest baby.

To purchase one of these cute blankets please visit my Etsy website at www.jgdesigns.etsy.com or to have me create a custom blanket for you please email me at jennifergdesigns@sbcglobal.net.

Sea Turtles Standard Nursery Set - Item Description

The inquiries about my Baby Sea Turtles Nursery Set has been overwhelming lately. I had no idea when I first designed this cute little baby sea turtle that it would be so popular. I guess it's something about sea turtles that people around the world just love and then to incorporate it in a nursery set in a modern design is just stunning. The nursery set, although modern and simple, is not simple to produce. I think potential customers get a little sticker shock when I send them pricing on the Standard Set (crib quilt, bumper guard, and crib skirt). Just remember, this is a handmade set (by me) and is an original design that is not mass produced. Production time is also very lengthy with many shapes and pieces to sew. Many times customers give their own input and modify the design by changing color and design layout.

Standard Baby Sea Turtles Nursery Set
Included: Crib Quilt, Bumper Guard, Crib Skirt Bumper guard materials: 100% cotton, heavy loft batting, satin Crib skirt materials: 100% cotton, satin

Separates
Crib Quilt - 4 large satin sea turtles with 3 varying color circles and cotton backing, 45 x 60 inches. Made of 100% cotton, medium loft batting, and satin (sea turtles).





Crib Skirt - For standard crib, 3 sides appliqued with 1 turtle and 2 circles on each panel. Made of 100% cotton and satin (sea turtles).





Bumper Guard - For standard crib and comes with 6 pieces that you tie on - each piece has 1 turtle and 2 circles. Made of 100% cotton and satin (sea turtles).



Add-on Options

Blanket/throw - 3 large sea turtles with 5 circles cotton front and green flannel back

Changing pad cover -
2 sea turtles appliqued on blue, green, chocolate brown, white color cover

Pillow - Square (18 x 18) with 1 large turtle

It's Been a While

It has been quite a long time since I blogged on my site. It's largely due to that fact that I am seriously overwhelmed with taking care of my kiddos. Ever since my son was born this past June and taking care of my 3 year old son life has just been so crazy! I make all these goals for myself and "to-do" lists, but only a fraction of that list gets accomplished. So, with that said, I simply have not had any time to dedicate to my business. I still have some outstanding orders that I have to complete, but once I am done with that I will be taking a break from the business and only producing items when I have the time. This is not to say that if someone were to ask me to create something custom for them I wouldn't entertain the request.

On another note, I recently reviewed my sales report for the entire year (Etsy, CafePress and Zazzle) and here are the stats for my most popular designs (1 being the most popular)

1. Baby Sea Turtle












2. Baby Panda & Mama
3. Pink (Sakura) Cherry Blossom
4. Blue Elephant Walk

T-shirts, Mugs, Keds Shoes, and MORE!

For those that love my designs, anyone can buy more of my products at Zazzle.com.


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Modern Birth Baby Announcement

Here's a NEW addition to my birth announcement collection. I created this announcement for my new baby's birth. I am now offering this as part of my standard design on my Etsy website.

Any of my designs can of course be modified or I can create a totally custom design for anyone! Email me directly for pricing on custom designs at jennifer@jennifergdesigns.com

Visit www.jgdesigns.etsy.com for more product info.

My New Website!

I have a new website! www.jennifergdesigns.com

Ok, I've had the domain for a while, but I finally got some content up on it. I'm going to refer interested people to this site instead of Etsy, but shoppers will still have to purchase items on my Etsy site. There is a link on my new website to get to Etsy easily.

Down Home Ranch Charity Gala - Austin/Elgin TX

I am pleased to be a part of the donor group for this event! I will be donating a set of my baby accessories from my Jennifer G line for their silent auction.

The mission of Down Home Ranch is to build a rural, self-reliant community for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, offering training, housing, recreation, and dignified employment, as well as opportunities for growth in mind, body, and spirit.

To learn more visit www.downhomeranch.org/index.shtml

Here's what I'll be donating:

Mod Baby Sea Turtles Blanket, Pillow and Bib

I'm Getting Coordinated!

I have added pillows to my product line which coordinate with my modern baby blankets. I've had a few requests for these and so here it is! I am excited to also offer sets/combo deals. Now on my Etsy site (www.jgdesigns.etsy.com) you can buy a baby blanket and pillow for $60.00. It's a good deal because my blanket alone costs $50 and the pillow alone costs $16.00. The pillows are available in Elephant (blue, pink, green) and Baby Sea Turtles.

Also, I am looking to add brand new designs / items to my product line very soon!

Mod Square Montage

My newest creation... something a bit different than my animal designs. I've gone geometric and designed a modern squares baby blanket with brown and greens. I find this blanket quite stunning if I don't say so myself. Of all my blankets I have made I am having a hard time parting with this one.

Visit my website at www.jennifergdesigns.com to see more photos or my Etsy store.

Modern Baby Bibs - Sea Turtle and Elephant

Here are my NEW modern baby bibs with my elephant and sea turtle design on the front.

It is made with brown cotton with satin applique and the back is a cream colored terry cloth and a velcro closure.

These bibs are so cute to give a new mother or baby at a baby shower or as a home coming gift!

Elephants available in pink, blue and green.

Visit me at www.jgdesigns.etsy.com to see more!

New Design, New Diaper Bag - Japanese Sakura (Cherry Blossoms)

This is my BRAND NEW DESIGN of modern sakura "cherry blossoms" as you would see them falling from the cherry blossom trees in Japan. March is the time when these unique delicate flowers are celebrated in what is known as The Cherry Blossom festival.

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This diaper bag tote is made of 100% dark chocolate linen, lined with pink cotton, has two interior sippy cup and one zipper pocket, and three pink satin cherry blossom appliqués on one side of the exterior. The bag is sturdy and durable for any travel or everyday use.

Size: Approx. 16 x 20 with 28" strap.

Symbolism of the Sakura:
"In China, the cherry blossom is a symbol of feminine beauty. It also represents the feminine principle and love in the language of herbs. In Japan, cherry blossoms symbolize the transience of life because of their short blooming times. They have also come to represent clouds of their nature of blooming en masse. Falling blossoms are metaphors for fallen warriors who died bravely in battle. This connotation links them with the samurai."
~Wikipedia

This bag is made to order. Please allow 3-4 days for production plus 3-4 days shipping time. I also welcome CUSTOM REQUESTS. Please EMAIL ME with any questions.

Sakura design by JenniferG 2008. © All rights reserved.

A New Addition to My Baby Product Line - Hobo Diaper Bags!

I am excited to announce that I am NOW offering Diaper Bags with my original designs appliquéd to the front. These will compliment my handmade baby blankets very nicely and would be awesome to give as gift set to an expecting mother. I will most likely offer complimenting diaper changing pads / mats with the diaper bag at a later date.

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Each bag will be lined with a cotton fabric that will be Scotch Guarded and the exterior will either be a canvas, 100% cotton or linen.

Here is an example of the Diaper Bag that is now selling on my Etsy site. This bag is made of dark brown canvas exterior, lined with Amy Butler polka dot fabric, 1 interior zipper pocket, 2 sippy cup pockets, 26" canvas strap, and appliquéd with my Baby Sea Turtles design.

Approx. size: 16 x 20

Price: $60 plus s/h.

www.jgdesigns.etsy.com.

Crafty Mama's Market - Austin, TX - March 15

I am officially a featured artisan in the Crafty Mama's Market in Austin, TX. The next event will be March 15, 2008. www.craftymamasmarket.com

I'll be selling all my items such as my Baby Elephant & Mama, Panda Cub & Mama, and Baby Sea Turtles handmade baby blankets. I also will be introducing my handmade bibs and diaper bag with matching changing pad.

The vision of the Crafty Mama's Market is to create a family event that will fortify the culture and community in the Austin area.

I look forward to seeing friends and meeting new people!

Panda Bear Cub and Mother Handmade Baby Blanket

I have completed the newest version of my Panda Cub and Mother handmade baby blanket. I am quite pleased with the outcome. This blanket will be for sales on my Etsy website at www.jgdesigns.etsy.com.

About a year ago I was watching either Animal Planet or Discovery Channel and I watched the show where Tai Shan, the baby Panda was born at the National Zoo in Washington DC. I was inspired and designed this modern abstract representation of Tai Shan and his mother. My son adores Pandas and I made the bear into his nursery theme was he was an infant.

My original design did not include the bamboo, but with bamboo being the only food wild Panda Bears eat, I had to add that element to the blanket.


I currently only offer this blanket on the lime green linen, but I most likely will offer more variety of colors in the future.

Handmade Baby Blankets ON SALE!

I've announced my first SALE on my Etsy website. Prices good through 2/29/08.

www.jgdesigns.etsy.com

BABY BLANKETS TEMPORARILY REDUCED!

BABY ELEPHANT & MAMA (blue, green and pink) - WAS $45 NOW $42

SEA TURTLES (LINEN) - WAS $50 NOW $48














SEA TURTLES (ORGANIC COTTON) - WAS $45 NOW $42

On the Fence - t-shirts and onesies

I am "on the fence" as to whether to offer t-shirts and onesies. When I had samples made a few months ago I didn't have a very pleasant experience with the print shop that I used. First of all, they took forever and their customer service was less than satisfactory. I won't name them because I am a nice person, but I will never use them again. So, the hunt for a reliable and quality screen print shop is still underway. Lately, I have been getting orders from the existing stock I have listed on Etsy. So far, only onesies have sold. Thus, the reason I am re-visiting having more made. At first, they didn't sell but all of a sudden they have been.

Above is one of my t-shirts that my son is wearing. I offer this design in a 2T. The image to the left is a sample of a onesie.

Well, we'll see how my hunt for a screen printer goes. I know I have lots of choices, it's just finding the right one. I think I can really make a hit with this line and adding more of my animal designs to the shirts and onesies.

Organic Cotton Baby Blanket

I am a linen fanatic, but I do understand that not everyone has the same appreciation for linen like I do. Therefore, I have decided to offer my baby blankets in a different fabric - organic 100% cotton. The idea of organic really got me excited because organic is really the "in thing" right now. This weekend I bought some of the new organic fabric and there are a few blankets in progress right now. I can't wait to have them finished. I think they will be a good alternative to my original linen blankets. Now my customers will have options on Etsy. www.jgdesigns.etsy.com I hope they go over well. I am already impressed with the quality of the fabric and my designs look good appliqued on it. My goal for the week is to get those blankets done and get samples out!