Rainy Days

This is such a strange week for Orange County weather.  It rains one day, and the next is bright and sunny.  Lucky for me, I have discovered the BEST raincoat for the extra wet days.  As usual, a typical trip to Target, turned into a shopping extravaganza, full of worthless items I dont actually need.  This last trip definately was a success, though, discovering this Gem. 

Sundays forecast was a "Its Raining, Its Pouring" kind of day, and we decided it was the perfect day for a trip to Disneyland, and a perfect day to bust out the new coat.  Definately my new favorite thing!!!

Lace, Pearls, Rhinestones, and Fluffy Sheers

These little Beauties are the latest addition to my collection.....
Each is made out of sheer organza and finished off with some lace, rhinestones,and pearls.

The Aria

The Ella

The Marie

New Addition

And so the holiday's begin.  Along with the many headbands and hairclips I have been working on, I have added these little beauties!  Bound to be gone by the end of Black Friday (or at least I hope) :)

 

Ash-The-Smash

Once upon a time, two people gave birth to a little girl, and named her Ashlie (that would be me, obviously).  Very quickly the nickname "Ash-the-Smash"  was given to her, although I am not quite sure if it was because it just seemed to rhyme nicely, or if it was because I "smashed" into things alot.  Either way, that name stuck, and has become the inspiration for my very own company.  Its final, I have decided to get the ball rolling, get my licensing, and become a legit company.  This is a scary, yet exciting thing for me, but also something that has been A LONG time coming!! 

Along with the name, I have adapted a perfect model, who seems to sport my creations almost EVERYDAY...Perfect little promoter, isnt that mommy of hers (and sister of mine coincidentally).  Amelia just hit the 6 month marker last week...I know, time flew by so quickly!! 

Amelia Mae Arrives

So the little monkey actually made her appearance Monday, June 7, 2010.  Sunday night Alicia and Rob headed to the hospital to be induced, with myself, mom, and Ari not far behind them.  We hung out for a while...anxiously watching the monitors.  We left late that night to allow Lisha to get some sleep.  The next morning her water broke and labor began.  I had to work all day, but headed out there immediately afterwards.  I finally got to see the little monkey...I have posted some of the text messaged pictures my mom and sister sent to me while I was working that day.  The black and white photo was one I took when I first saw her.

Amelia Mae's Homecoming Outfit...Complete with Silk and Feather Headband from Auntie Ashlie

Amelia Mae Hueners

Born June 7 2010

7lbs 5oz

19 in long

Its Been A While

Alright, so I have been super busy.  Here I sit realizing I have SOOO much to catch everyone up on.  So I began by loading the 83472938592387 pictures that are still on my camera, onto my computer, (which seemed to take FOREVER).  Then, I thought I should start my postings with my sisters baby shower.  We held her shower on May 8th, 2010.  Little Amelia Mae was supposed to make her appearance on June 5th, 2010, so this gave us one month cushion for her shower.  There was so much to prepare for...first I had to make her invites.  I kept them pretty simple, but embellished each one with hand sewn fabric yo-yos in the same fabrics being used in Amelia's room.  Then came the 45 favors I decided to make....my handmade fabric flowers with a clip and pin option.  Each clip was clipped on to a large popcicle stick, and a tag was added...

The day before the shower I had probably 30-50 mini tissue paper pom-pom balls to make, cupcakes to bake, games to prepare for, and last minute food to shop for...All in all...the shower turned out to be great!! And our oldest sister, Mandie, was able to fly in for this one, so all of us girls were together FINALLY!!!

My Bestest is AMAZING!!

One week ago, today, I was in Fort Worth, TX.  I had the oportunity to see a major milestone in my best friends life.  She was about to begin her FIRST solo art show.  When I walked in the gallery, I was amazed, and proud.  Her work was the best I had ever seen her do.  Its crazy to see someone you have known almost your whole life, express her inner-most feelings on a giant canvas, and put them on display for everyone to see and enjoy.  When she began to speak, it almost brought tears to my eyes.  She is truely AMAZING, and I cant wait to see all that is coming for her. 

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Love you Girlie!!