And so this is Christmas...

Well the time has come for me to close up shop and take a break from creating to spend some precious time with my family and friends over the Christmas holidays.

This year has really flown by so quickly. Behind my business there is 4 very special people in my life. My three children who inspire me everyday. My first born is now 7 and is really growing up to be such a lovely little girl. She has done really well in school this year and received an award for her achievements. I'm so proud of her. Then there is my little boy who is now 5 and graduated from preschool recently. He is very ready for big school next year. He has his backpack, school hat and uniform all ready to go. He has a great buddy in year 6 that he really loves so I have no doubt next year will be a great experience for him. Then we have my baby girl who is almost 2. Well isn't she a little firecracker! She might only be 2 but she definitely knows what she wants in life and usually gets it too! Last but certainly not least is my amazing and very supportive husband. He has always been there to support my business and ideas. Quite often I think I probably bore him to tears talking about ribbon and clay all the time! He's often seen at my markets helping out with my stall display or serving my customers. I'm really looking forward to next year just having one child at home. I'm looking forward to the quiet, not as much mess and having more time to get busy in the studio.

This year has been amazing for Chantilly Bowtique and I have you, my customers to thank for that. Some of you have been around from the beginning, over 5 years ago! Where on earth has the time gone? Some are new customers and some of my fans may have only just discovered me recently. I thank you all.

From my family to yours, I wish you all a safe and Merry Christmas with your families and friends and hope to see you all next year for another great year of Chantilly Bowtique!

Warm wishes, Chantelle xxx

1000 Fans Boutique Bow Giveaway!

As promised, it's competition time Bow Lovers! First of all I just want to say a big hello and welcome to my new fans and of course to my other loyal supporters. Thank you for helping me to reach my goal of 1000 fans! Your support is so appreciated.

Now on to the fun stuff! For your chance to win a Custom Boutique Hair Bow, Headband or Clippy set of your choice here's what you have to do:

* Go to my Facebook Fanpage at www.facebook.com/chantillybowtique

* Become a fan if you haven't already

* Search for my 'Olivia Owl' Polymer Clay Hair Bow and simply leave a comment under the pic! Just a little hint, it will be in my Polymer Clay Boutique Bows folder. ;o)

Once the competition closes, I will head over to http://www.blogger.com/www.random.org and let you know who wins!

***Competition closes Friday 27th May 9.30pm Sydney time.***

Thank you and good luck,

Chantelle x

Back to blogging

Hi everyone, well I'm back into the world of blogging and I'm enjoying my job more than ever at the moment. I've thrown myself into making Polymer Clay hair bows now and my customers are loving them. I especially love all of the custom orders I have been receiving. It really tests my creativity and also shows me what my customers really want. The problem is, everytime I make something new for a customer, I always need to make an extra because my daughter wants one too!

I just want to say a big thank you to my loyal customers for coming back to Chantilly Bowtique for your hair bow needs (or should I say 'wants!'). I get so much satisfaction when I see my little customer cuties out and about wearing my creations. I'm so passionate about my work and look forward to bringing you lots of new colourful accessories for your precious little girls.

Come and check my website for lots more gorgeous creations at www.chantillybowtique.com

I found my Bow-Jo!

Gosh it's been so long since I've blogged!

Since having Madison I've been trying to keep up with orders and trying to find my Bow-Jo! I had a case of Bow Block recently and have now from God only knows where, I've somehow found some inpiration and I'm looking forward to bringing you some gorgeous new designs. I've become addicted to making Boutique Loopy Bows. They are so much fun to make and when added to your little girl's hair they just make her outfit Pop!

Here's a picture of my latest favourite Loopy Bow set and a Boutique Blossom Headband for the girls who prefer a headband over a bow.

It's competition time again...

I feel like giving something away!

For your chance to win a pair of these gorgeous Boutique Bows in the colour of your choice, all you have to do is post a picture to my Fan Photos section on Facebook of your little girl wearing one of our creations and I will do a random pick selection for the winner!

Follow this link to my Fanpage, give us a 'like' Post your pic and WIN!

http://www.facebook.com/pages/Chantilly-Bowtique/35638787688?ref=ts

You've got to be in it to win it!

It's a Girl!

After the birth of our third child, Madison Lily and a short break, I am so excited to be back in business again ! My website has had a revamp and we have some new and exciting bows and accessories in the works. It has been a very hectic and crazy time for our family with Holly starting school the same week that Maddie was born, and basically just getting used to a 5th member of the family. I tell you, the school day goes way too quick! Here's a pic of our newest addition modelling our Boutique Peony Beanies.

See you at the Bowtique!

It's competition time again...

For your chance to win a Two Tone Boutique Bow with colours of your choice simply go to my Facebook Fanpage and become a fan if you haven't already. Then leave a comment under the 'Strawberries & Cream' Two Tone Boutique Bow. You'll find the facebook link here on my blog.
You've got to be in it to win it!
GOOD LUCK :)

Excited to announce...

For those that do not know already, we are so excited to announce that we are expecting our third baby on the 31st January.

As much as I've been excited, I've been pretty sick unfortunately. My poor old blog has been neglected but now I'm back.

My store is also open again for all of those addicted to Chantilly Bows.

Thank you for your patience while my store was closed.

Chantelle xo

Weekend Treasury

What a lovely surprise to find out over the weekend that I have been featured in one Dust's wonderful treasuries!

Thank you to Kathleen from http://www.feltfoodcreations.etsy.com/ for including me! Have a look at her store for yummy cute felt creations.

Check out http://www.dustteam.com/ for more fabulous etsy designers.

http://www.etsy.com/treasury_list.php?room_id=61739

Ring-a-rosey button posey...

I've discovered another unique and gorgeous Etsy designer!

This lovely button bouquet would look so beautiful in a little girl's bedroom.

This stunning bouquet has been designed and created by the very talented http://www.letters4lilly.etsy.com/ in collaboration with Polyclarific, using her very cute poly clay cupcakes and slices of pie. You can see all of her creations at http://www.polyclarific.etsy.com/

What do you think? Cute huh?

For the Babes...

New in store for the Baby Princesses!

These Crochet and Flutterby hair clips are from my 'Teeny' non slip baby range and hold the smallest amount of hair. All snap clips are lined with quality grosgrain ribbon to prevent slipping.

These Flutterby's are much smaller than my previous range and are better suited to bubs.

We have a Winner!

Well, my first Competition has come to a close and we now have a winner.

The winner of a Boutique pair of 'Carnival' Korker Hair Bows is....

Nicole Grant!

CONGRATULATIONS!

Thank you to everyone who entered this competition and make sure you keep an eye out for my next Bow giveaway.

You could be next!

It's competition time!

It's competition time here at the Bowtique and up for grabs is either this gorgeous pair of Carnival Korker Hair Bows or the Carnival Baby Korker Headband for a Special Little Girl in your life.

These bows are made from Hot Pink, Torquoise, Lemon and White grosgrain ribbon and are securely attached to a fastener of your choice ie, Alligator hair clip, French Clip or Hair Elastic.

To enter this fabulous competition simply search for 'Chantilly Bowtique' at http://www.facebook.com and become a 'Fan'. Then all you need to do is find the picture of Holly modelling these bows on the fan page and post a comment under the picture and you will be in with a chance to win!

GOOD LUCK EVERYONE!

Competition is for Australian and New Zealand Citizens only

The Model Search is on...

Ever thought of entering your little cutie into a modelling contest?

Well now is your chance to enter your baby or toddler!

Entry is open to all Australian children aged 6 months to 4 years old.

The winning entrant will win $10,000 plus a 1 year modelling contract with Australia's leading modelling agency - Brats and the opportunity to be featured in Practical Parenting Magazine!

To enter: Simply buy this month’s Practical Parenting and enter using the coupon you’ll find in the magazine. Entries close 17/06/09.

GOOD LUCK!

Ginger Blossom...

New in my Etsy store is this gorgeous Fabric Flower Blossom headband made from fabric by designer Michael Miller and embellished with a matching fabric button in the centre. At the moment I only have one of these beautiful headbands in stock but there will be lots more to follow in a great range of bright and beautiful colours and patterns!

Had a great day at the show...

Well the Easter long weekend has come to an end and we have some fabulous memories of a great Easter. The kids woke up at the crack of dawn on Easter morning and found that the Easter bunny looked to have tripped over in his slumber dropping Easter Eggs all of the house! An Easter egg hunt was the only answer and the kids had a ball.

We all went to the Easter Show yesterday and had a fantastic time. We headed straight to the animal nursery and fed some lambs and goats. There were lots of little ones and plenty of big ones too which freaked my kids right out! We saw Postman Pat perform for a little while until Luke said 'I don't like it', so we moved on lol!

The kids wanted their faces painted. Of course Holly wanted to look beautiful and Luke wanted to be a tiger. As soon as he was done he immediately transformed into a tiger and was running around 'Raaaaahhhing everyone and Holly was flying along ever so gracefully with her butterfly-ness. After a few fun filled rides, it started to rain so we thought we'd head home.

I hope you all had a great Easter too!

'The Love Story' Bracelet

Look at this gorgeous bracelet!

This stunning charm bracelet is called 'The Love Story' and it's easy to see why with it's perfect look of romance.

It is made up of natural, freshwater, cultured and swarovski pearls. Precious moonstone beads and swarovski crystals are spaced between the pearls and all findings are genuine 925 sterling silver.

Made by the very talented Angelene who is another one of my fellow Dusters.

Purchase your 'Love Story' bracelet at http://www.angelene.etsy.com and check out http://www.dustteam.com for more amazing handmade creations from around Australia!

Aussie Rainbows

I've always wanted to create one of these Etsy Treasuries and this week I finally worked out how to do it!

It's called 'Aussie Rainbows' and is full of great products.

I had a lot of fun searching for gorgeous bright rainbow inspired items created by some very talented Australian Etsians. Most of them are from the Dust Team and the others are fellow Aussies.

Hope you enjoy it as much I enjoyed creating it!

Check out http://www.dustteam.com/ for more fab creations.

So proud of my DH

Well I must say, I really am a proud wife at the moment. My husband has always impressed me with his many talents. He has always been right in to music and he loves to play it loud! We all usually sit in his 'boys room' which kind of respresents a home based nightclub! Complete with laser lights, strobes, a smoke machine and of course my little contribution - my disco ball!

Anyway, he recently went to DJ school and learned how to mix music and as it turns out he has become quite the DJ.

My aunty had her 50th birthday party on the weekend and he was asked to DJ and he just did the most amazing job! Everyone danced all night and the music was sensational. It was a really good mix of golden oldies from the 70s, 80s and 90s. A great night was had by all and now we cannot wait to do it all again!

Well done Pete!

M2M - Gymboree Sweeter than Chocolate!

After many requests to start making bows to match the ever popular US clothing line Gymboree, here are the first ones to join Chantilly Bowtique!

These pretty bows match the 'Sweeter than Chocolate' range and are ever so yummy! I've made these in piggy tail bows and I haven't forgotten those cute little Gymboree babies either with a very cute korker bow attached to a baby or toddler headband.

If you would prefer to buy these bows singular, than you absolutely can! Just contact me through my website at http://www.chantillybowtique.com/ or convo me at http://www.chantillybowtique.etsy.com/