How long have you been creating? I have been creating clothes, with a boutique twist, for 7 years now!
When did you start selling your designs on eBay? I started selling on ebay at the same time.
Do you remember the first thing you sold on eBay? I started with hand tied baby quilts.
How did come up with your name? My design name is Belle Elysse and that is the middle name of my two oldest daughters(my third had not been born yet, but her middle name is Rose, so I like to incorporate a rose in my logo)
Do you have a favorite item to create? I just love dresses and layers and even though I rarely dress my daughters in so many ruffles, I love to create them so this is my fantasy outlet.
What other things do you enjoy besides sewing? I love to scrapbook and bake and go walking. I would love to learn how to quilt as well (oh and crochet and knit too!)
What did you do for work before ebay? I have been a merchandiser, traveling on my own schedule which has been perfect. I am heading back to school this summer to become a nurse (and get a real job I guess!).
Do you have any ebooks for sale? I do have 3 ebooks for sale. The Belle Elysse tiered dress, pinafore dress and beret hat.
Jenni's ME page
Jenni's current auctions
A few of my past designs
How long have you been creating?
almost 2yrs
When did you start selling your designs on eBay?
June 06
Do you remember the first thing you sold on eBay?
Yes, a triple layer twirl skirt and peasant top.
How did you come up with your name?
After my kids. Riley, Maggie and Xavier
Do you have a favorite item to create?
Twirl skirts and peasant tops.
What other things do you enjoy besides sewing?
Baking
What did you do for work before ebay?
I don't remember. I have been a SAHM since 2000
Do you have any ebooks for sale? I have 2 ebooks and working on more.
Examples of current/past designs:
Jamie's ME page
Jamie's current auctions
Every couple of weeks, we will highlight one of our group's designers. Sort of like an interview/get to know them type thing. This week, we will introduce Karen, of Growing Up With Rosy. Karen is actually our fantastic group leader.
How long have you been creating?
I started sewing at a really young age - mostly things like bean bags and doll blankets using my mom's scrap fabrics. I made a few larger projects - a queen size quilt in 8th grade and then took a sewing break for a while. Then I had Rosy! It was nearing her 1st birthday and I found the perfect dress. When I discovered it was $120 I KNEW there was no way. So... I made my first boutique set. Purely driven by my need to duplicate a dress that would be as cute or cuter that the $120 variety. Here it is...
When did you start selling your designs on eBay?
I started selling toddler jewelry on eBay about 3 years ago. Rosy started wearing her jewels the day she came home from the hospital. I made some necklaces for the boys and then quickly added some mommy jewels too. All the while I kept making cute clothes for Rosy and eventually decided to offer my clothes on eBay too. That was just about 2 years ago. The response was wonderful so I continued to plug away. Searching out the latest fabrics and adapting patterns to make unique boutique sets under the ID growing*up*with*rosy.
these are my kiddos - they inspire me!
Also one of my hubby and I.
Do you remember the first thing you sold on eBay?
Oh the first thing I sold was a double strand mommy bracelet. I quickly sold a couple more shortly after. As far as clothing I don't know the very first item, but this set was one of my firsts...
How did come up with your name?
Rosy is my daughter and since I am always creating item with her in mind I call my line Growing Up With Rosy
Do you have a favorite item to create?
Definately my Signature Twirl Top. It's a best seller of mine and can easily be adapted to look totally different. I love to pair it with ruffle jeans or Growing Up With Rosy gauchos - another signature pattern of mine. Here are some photos. Different every time ;)
Come and celebrate with us as we approach our 1 year mark as Blossom Leigh Boutique!
