LOVE YOU LIKE JUSTIN BIEBER

So, Bieber Fever has hit home! My beautiful daughter Kandi, 6 years old, has caught the Bieber Fever. She and her cousin share this wild fever and have resolved that they will

share Justin Bieber as their boyfriend.

Remember the days when all you could think about was your favorite teen idol? You ate, drank, slept his image and put posters on your wall and with stars in your eyes day dreamed of being the next Mrs. Whoever!

It isn't new. So, while Kandi's day dreams are full of Justin Bieber, she is so excited she just can't help but share. She bought me a beautiful Justin Bieber necklace for Christmas and guess what? When you sniff it, it smells like the Justin Bieber Cologne!

Yep, it sits on my nightstand and when I awake to the aroma, I instantly get the fever! I guess it is inevitable that I see the movie and share the fever with my precious daughter!

On Valentine's Day while talking to my adorable little Bieber fan she said to me " I love you mommy, you know what I love you like?" and I replied, "How much" She said to me "I love you like Justin Bieber!" Although it may be funny to other people, It was very precious to me to hear her say this!

"Kandi, I love you like Justin Bieber

too!!!!!"

MESSAGE FROM THE SWING

When I take Mariah to the park, I am amazed at how much she enjoys the swings. I love the excitement before putting her in the seat. She gets excited from head to toe. So much so that her legs are kicking so hard before I can even get them into the holes so she can sit. With a little help from Daddy, we get her in and she begins to clap. The smile on her face is so big, it is infectious. We just can't help but laugh and smile with her.

But once she is in the air and swinging, she only stares at the ground watching it go by as she goes back and forth. Her claps begin to slow down and she is mesmerized by the passing dirt. She smiles now and again, but there is something quiet and serene. She is deep in thought and the wind blowing in her face and hair comforts her.

What a feeling to find a moment to reflect. I wonder what she is thinking at these moments. For what does a little girl of a year old think about that deeply?

It really doesn't matter what she is thinking, this is her moment. Her moment to feel.....I have come to that place in my life. It is my moment to feel. I want to feel like nothing else, I want to soar like no one can stop me. Right here, right now and I don't want anyone else to share in it for that brief moment.

Thanks Mariah for teaching me to soar!

TO HEADBAND OR NOT TO HEADBAND

One of my most FAQ (frequently asked questions) is "Does that come on a headband or on a clip?". To that I always respond, "That's the beauty of my products, they are interchangeable.

All of my bows and florals are put on a clip. All of my headbands can accommodate any bow that I make. I want my products as versatile as the people who wear them.

For instance, if you prefer a hard headband, don't be afraid to order a bow or floral to go with it. My hardheadbands are made to allow you to clip your bow to them or wear the headband plain. This goes for the crocheted as well. If you purchase a headband from my store, rest assured, you can wear it WITH or WITHOUT the accessories.

Not all boutiques are created equal.... I thought that you'd like to know that at "BOW"dacious, we are always thinking ahead and with you in mind!

CONSULTATIONS

You know one of favorite moments in this business is when someone comes to me with no clue what direction to go with creating beautiful couture for their baby.

Today during a consultation for a photo shoot, I realized that this is why I do this. I remember not knowing how I wanted to dress my baby up for a photo shoot and now I am in the position that I can help others.

I owe it all to my fans. If you haven't had a chance to check out our interactive Facebook page, check it out at www.facebook.com/bowdaciousk. I will be happy to walk you through the process of creating high style for your baby, no matter what age!

DESIGN BEGINS WITH THE RIBBON

Incredible amounts of time is spent on picking the right ribbon for the right bow! You may not realize that there is truly almost a science to this! Here is a sampling of the thought process behind the bows that I design.

1. What occasion is the bow for?

2. What type of outfit (colors/design) will it be worn with?

3. How many different patterns should I put in the bow?

4. Depending on the first 3, what embellishments, if any does the bow require?

5. Size of the bow? Will this be an OTT BOW or will it be a smaller version?

6. What hairstyle will the recipient be wearing when this bow is worn?

7. Can it be constructed in a safe manner, meaning that parts are not easily taken off or dangerous?

8. What type of shipping container will the bow be in for safe shipping?

9. When is the bow needed?

10. What age will be wearing this bow?

Well that is the top 10 questions I ask myself before starting your creation. Here is an example of the variations of bows created for specific people.

HAPPY VALENTINES DAY

There is nothing like a little sweetheart to share your Valentines Day with! Mariah is sporting her best in Sweetheart Wear! This beautiful dress was her birthday present and Mommy quickly went to work creating a BOW to Match! Bet you didn't see that coming?

Not only is she sporting her best Bow that Mommy designed, she is also wearing her Sweetheart Binky Clip!

She looks deep in thought, but I really think that she is just contemplating what she will wear tomorrow that could possibly top this beautiful ensemble!

This bow is aptly named "Mommy's Heart"! That about sums it up doesn't it? This is one of my favorite OTT Bows (Over-the-top). It is designed with a crystal heart slide in the middle.

New Website For BOWdacious

Well it's official and has been for a few months now. Our Website is up and running and chock full of great items! www.BowdaciousB.com

It was an adventure creating this site. Never having had any knowledge of these things. But I had a great company helping to create the site and my Mother-in-law and I posted products into the wee hours of the night, several nights over. It isn't completely finished, there are so many more that we are going to add.

What was most amazing, was the amount of products that we have brought to you, the consumer. I could not believe the amount of them that we had to upload. From great OTT (over-the-top) bows to car seat canopies and so much more.

I have aligned myself with a photographer for professional models, Hot Shot Images. Nissa is AMAZING! She has quite a way with children and Sparkles and Stars is also on board with our products.

Amazing things happen when you open the door to see what is on the other side. "BOW"dacious Fan Page on Facebook is getting quite a following with over 3100 fans and counting daily.

If you would be so kind as to click "FOLLOW" this blog, I promise to keep you updated and share some fun tips and secrets that you can use in your own business! Thanks for all you do!