What will this New Year bring?

Here we are at the beginning of 2012.  Happy New Year everyone!

With the beginning of a new year comes the inevitable making and breaking of resolutions.  Except, I don't make resolutions.  Instead, I have goals.

My goals for this year include:
* completing a 5km run in 30 minutes
* reaching my goal weight
* getting married
* starting our house renovation

Not necessarily in that order.

The house renovation is possibly the one thing I am most excited about because it means the inclusion of a much yearned for  . . .  sewing room!

Here's a couple of pics of dream sewing rooms from which I have gained storage inspiration.

So pretty and neat.

Loving that table and those shelves.

A practical way to store fabrics

I love this.  I truly do.  Not very practical for a sewing room though.

Ahhh . . . (loud sigh).  Back to reality with a thud as I listen to my two children fighting in the shower.  Duty calls!

Until next time,
Julie

The History of Christmas

The basis for the Christian-era Santa Claus is Bishop Nicholas. Nicholas lived in the 4th century A.D. He was very rich, generous, and loving toward children. Often he gave joy to poor children by throwing gifts in through their windows. St. Nicholas made his way to the United States with Dutch immigrants, and began to be referred to as Santa Claus.

In his white beard, red jacket and pompom-topped cap, he would sally forth on the night before Christmas in his sleigh, pulled by eight reindeer, and climb down chimneys to leave his Christmas gifts in stockings children set out on the fireplace's mantelpiece.

Children naturally wanted to know where Santa Claus actually came from. Where did he live when he wasn't delivering presents? Those questions gave rise to the legend that Santa Claus lived at the North Pole, where his Christmas-gift workshop was also located.


In light of the fact that the fat man arrives in less than 30 days, I would like to start spreading the Christmas cheer by showing you some of our colourful and cute Christmas items.

If you would like to see our full range, please visit www.facebook.com/rascalsandragamuffins

Sale Now On

With the much anticipated, impending arrival of Spring almost upon us, I felt it was time for a sale.

Why not?

All Winter garments have been reduced - some by up to $10.

If it's still a little cool where you are, now would be a great time to pick up a bargain.

Have a great week!
Julie

New for Spring!

I wanted to wait until the official beginning of Spring, but being impatient is a flaw.  We've been working on lots this past month and I'd like to share some of those items with you.

                                                                    Turtles Nappy Cover

                                                           Happier Garden Handbag

                                                                  Nicey Jane Handbag

                                                            Sew Baby Nappy Cover

                                                             Owl Family Nappy Cover

                                                             Beige Crocheted Beanie

                                                              Bird In A Tree Tshirt

                                                               Monkey Nappy Cover


Monkeys and Turtles nappy covers come in sizes 000, 00, 0 and are $12 each.

Then there's a Happier Garden girls handbag in Medium for $15 and two Nicey Jane handbags in Small for $12.  One of the handbags has one handle and the one pictured has two (just to be different!).  Both of these compliment the current range of girls peasant dresses.

Also pictured are the Sew Baby and Owl Family Ruffle Butt Nappy Cover for little girls.  Sizes available are 000, 00, and 0 and these are $15 each.

I love the Bird In A Tree short sleeved tees for girls.  At present I only have size 3 and 4 available, but will work on getting some smaller (and larger) sizes on the website during September.

Coming soon are the Steggie and Little Frog tshirts for boys in sizes 1 - 4 and the Galaxy Visa 2pce set in sizes 1 - 4 (consisting of singlet and shorts).  I'm looking forward to sharing pics of these shortly.

In other news, Crocheted beanies made an appearance in our Winter range and have been reduced to $20.  Look for these on our website under "On Sale".

All of the new items will be available on the website from the beginning of September.  If you would like to reserve any of these items, please let me know.

Until next time,
Happy Spring!
Julie

Bags, Bags, Bags!

They're very useful things!

Here's just a few of the bags the Rascals and Ragamuffins team managed to whip up over the weekend.  We did 11 in all - a huge effort!

Black dot Handbag - Medium - $12

Flower Pot handbag - Large - $15

Pink Multi Dot handbag - large - $15

Psychedelic Handbag - Large - $15

Pink Roses Handbag - Medium - $12

These are available to purchase now, but will also be listed on our website, due to be launched at the beginning of July.

Till next time,

Julie

Sharing and Caring

Hi Peeps,

Forgive me, for it has been  . . .  a while . . . since my last blog.

But I haven't forgotten you all.

In fact, I've been working for you.  On some new garments.  I've been getting in touch with my girly side by creating wonderful things with some georgeous fabrics.

Delilah

Hunky Dory

Flutterby's

I immersed myself in pink - and loved it!  I'm so glad I have a child of each gender to create for and experiment on.

These bloomers come in sizes 000, 00 and 0 and are $15.00 each.

Adding to the "girly" theme, I also jumped into a bucket of organza ribbon.  Sometimes the greatest things are borne from mistakes, such as these little beauties below.

Candy Pink Organza Ribbon brooch - $8

Dusty Pink Organza ribbon hair clip - $8

Okay, that's enough of my sharing/caring side for now.  I'm off to unleash the creative side.

Keep an eye out for news of my website.

Until next time,

Julie



Hey, You!

This blog post is going to be all about you!

Yes, that's right - you! 

Because I care about what you think and what you want.

What do you like/dislike about Rascals and Ragamuffins clothing?

What colours would you like to see more/less of?

What styles do you like the best/least?

What items are your favourite/least favourite?

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