A love story...

So, I'm sure just about every girl out there is a sucker for a good love story. Eh? Wow, I really just said eh. Oh my! Anyway... I saw at another blog where they were featuring love stories from their favorite bloggers. Well I'm going to just take a minute right now to tell my own (well actually it's my parent's... but I'm telling it).
    His family had fifteen children, hers only six. He had nine sisters, she had five. They both grew up a mile away from each other, both attended the same elementary school and the same church. One catch though, he was ten years older. They never officially met until his brother's wedding where she pretended to be a wedding crasher even though she knew the bride. They dated for a few years, then decided to see different people. They both became involved in relationships, both became engaged, and both ended. Ten years later they met back up and he proposed. And now they're happily married with two daughters.
Okay, I know, I know. It's not very relevant, but I'm in more a lovey-dovey mood than a crafty one so you can deal with it for today.
Here's a shot I took of my mom's engagement ring and wedding ring at the spot he proposed. I love the contrast of her red coat on the sky.  It really is an awkward angle though....

Flowers out of old tights?

Yes, it IS possible! And so is everything else when you put your mind to it....
Anyway... I saw this great tutorial at K.I.S.S. on how to turn those old too small, ripped, snagged tights into beautiful flowers! Here's my take on them. I think they're just a tad too big. Next time I try this, I think I might not use such a big section of tights. Love them either way, though!





The dog proved to be a better headband model than my sister...






Giveaway Alert!

Okay, so no I'm not having a giveaway. Although, I really should... but I will craft..... is! Go check her out!  She's giving away a $25 gift certificate to her etsy store and a set of 25 of her gorgeous handmade cards! The giveaway ends February 28th, so hurry!


FAVIANA Prom Dresses for 2011

French Novelty has the best range of 2011 FAVIANA Prom Dresses. Fulfilling a woman's "dress-up" fantasy is a full-time job at FAVIANA, one of the leading designers and producers of stylish, sophisticated evening wear in the world. FAVIANA is renowned for its innovative style, quality workmanship and exceptional fit as well as its meticulous attention to detail, including beading, sequins and embroidery. FAVIANA designs hundreds of long and short evening wear styles each year... in colors and fabrics to fit every woman's style preference. FAVIANA has become the "go-to resource" for prom gowns, "homecoming" galas, formals, holiday parties, bridal party dresses, Quinceaneras, Bat Mitzvahs, beauty pageants... and other special occasions. "Our customer likes to stand out from the crowd...that's why we create so many styles each season; a woman ALWAYS wants to make a "head-turning" entrance." FAVIANA takes inspiration from the runways of Europe and New York, pop culture, movies, music, nature and "all things interesting and beautiful." FAVIANA Prom Dresses are featured in Seventeen magazine.


Faviana Jade Green Chiffon Prom Dress 6721 image

Faviana Jade Green Chiffon Prom Dress 6721

Price: $317.99

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I'll Stick to Knock-Offs, Thank You Very Much!

So yesterday, while browsing around the mall with a good friend of mine, I heard a single word spoken (well more like a short phrase...). Some young women (probably around 20-25?) were walking in front of us. I heard one of them say "Hey, there's Anthropologie." and my mental alarm went off. I never knew there was one in the mall, but I realized that a dress I'd been admiring was one that was hanging in their window. Who would have known? I steered my friend into there, knowing how most bloggers love it, or more the knock-offs they can make...
I turned over the price tag on a cute necklace I saw, and instantly dragged my friend right out of there. I think I'll just stick to admiring online...
Well, now I know that one exists only 30 minutes from my door step! That would be so convenient for inspiration if only people didn't make those handy tutorials for knock offs! So I'll just take the time right now to share with my numerous followers one name in the knock-off game, Flamingo Toes. Seriously, check her out!
Maybe sometime I'll actually get around to trying my hand at making some of her stuff... or not. I'm just to lazy to drag my butt over to Michael's to grab some beads and chains!

2011 Mori Lee Prom Dresses

French Novelty has the best selection of 2011 Mori Lee Prom Dresses.

Prom night is meant to be fun, and the prom dresses in the Mori Lee Collection radiate this image. Whether your personal style dictates that you wear satin or chiffon, you will find just the right offering among this selection of prom gowns. Traditional long ball gowns, more modern trendy dresses, beaded inspirations, and stunning fabrics in a palette of colors mark this evening gown line. You'll find flirtation, elegance, class and energy in the prom dresses in this Mori Lee fashion forward collection. Mori Lee can offer whatever you desire in sizes ranging from 0-24.



2011 Prom Dresses: Flirt by Maggie Sottero

Flirt by Maggie Sottero

2011 Flirt Prom Dresses by Maggie Sottero are out of this world, buy them now for your 2011 Prom at French Novelty.

Flirt by Maggie Sottero is one of the hottest designer prom labels in the fashion industry. Captivating style combined with unparalleled quality and fit has catapulted the Flirt Prom label to unbelievable heights! Come Flirt with us!!

2011 Prom and Evening Dresses are now online from many of our Prom dress designers, and we will be adding them to our site daily! If there is a dress that is not yet featured on our site, we will be happy to order it for you.



Family Definition Tile

Well I LOVE coppying crafts from other people, so I just HAD to try this family definition tile! As soon as I read the text, I thought of my mom right away. You can find the printout and directions at Keeping Inspirations and Creations
Here's some pictures of my tile:


And just a few tips so yours doesn't end  up with some weird splotches like mine did..
1. Make sure your glue is nice and even before you let it dry
2. Let your tile dry laying flat unlike mine which I propped up infront of the fan to let it dry. I ended up with some dried on drips.
3. Don't try to scratch off any dry drips (see 'noun' on the tile). You'll ruin it!
4. Remember to size down your printout. I made mine 60% of the original.
5. If something gets cut off, remember YOU CAN FIX IT! Well I can't... but I had my dad do it for me. A piece of the "a" in "goals" was removed by me placing books on the tile... whoopsie! but I just asked him to re-draw it in with a pen and it looks just a little smudged, but fine! Also the swirly design at the bottom got half cut off when I printed it out and he just filled that in for me too. No, I cannot draw, paint, sketch, etc. Me + writing utencils = FAIL.

I ended up giving the tile to my mom as a 'just because' gift. She loved it and put it on top of the china cabinet where no one can see the mistakes! I'm planning on doing one with a quote for some friends' birthdays that are coming up way to soon...

Quinceanera Collection by House of Wu

Quinceanera Collection by House of Wu

The Quinceanera Collection by House of Wu is the new name of their beautiful Quinceanera line that was formerly called Dere Kiang Quinceanera.

French Novelty now has the line and is available for purchase and preorder.

Go pick out your perfect gown now!

You will find the same quality and eye for detail with an even greater selection of dress styles, fabrics and colors to choose from for your special occasion.
     

Quinceanera Dress with Ruffle Skirt 26661 by House of Wu image

Quinceanera Dress with Ruffle Skirt 26661 by House of Wu

Price: $517.99


Knotted Headband

I was browsing though some blogs and I came upon a post at You Seriously Made That!?
It was a tutorial for her Knotted Headband that she made. I fell in love!
I was very disappointed with the yarn selection I had available, so I was stuck with a plain creamy color. Blah. The only ribbon I could find was a dark maroon which looks nice with the cream, but barely shows up in my hair!
I ended up using a piece of elastic on the bottom between the pieces of ribbon because I hate headbands that are too loose! I'm pretty sure she just tied her pieces of ribbon around her head but I don't know for sure.
 I ended up finding my mom's secret stash of yarn when I was all done and am planning on making another one of these! 
If you can crochet a single chain, this will be a snap for you... if not, you might have some trouble!

2011 Prom Dresses

2011 Prom Dresses are beautiful. French Novelty has loaded all of the best dresses, designers, and hot looks for 2011 Prom. Check out the 2011 Prom Dresses listed by Designer.

In August our buyers attended "The Nation's Largest Prom Market" at the Atlanta Apparel Mart and are very excited about this season's newest designs. America's top designers presented their new prom lines for 2011. We will be adding the 2011 prom dress collections as the photographs become available! If there is a dress that is not yet featured on our site, we will be happy to order it for you.

The Prom Dresses for Spring 2011 are more exciting and beautiful than ever. French Novelty offers you the best selection of Prom dresses and Formal evening dresses online. We are featuring more short prom dresses than ever before. Browse through our extensive collection of designer prom dresses and formal evening gowns. If there is a prom dress that you want but do not find on our site, please send us the designer's name and style number and we will find it for you. Please give us the opportunity to earn your business. Tell your friends about us and please come back often!






Prom Party at French Novelty in Jacksonville, FL



You are invited to a Prom Party at French Novelty in Jacksonville, FL
Thursday and Friday, Feb 24 (and Feb 25.)

Bring your friends and join us for an afternoon of fun and shopping!
This sponsored by Niki for Alfred Angelo at hosted at FRENCH NOVELTY

Tony Bowls Collection Pageant Dresses

Tony Bowls Collection Pageant Dresses

Pageant dresses, special occasion dresses and formal dresses, Tony Bowls Collection provides couture evening gowns for the upscale woman. Worn by numerous Miss America, Miss America's Outstanding Teen and Miss USA contestants, Tony's pageant gowns have most recently been graced by Crystle Stewart, Miss USA 2008. Both pageant and red carpet-worthy, the Tony Bowls Collection is couture evening wear at its finest.


These dresses are out of this world. You are sure to be crowned your wining pageant holder in one of these beautiful dresses. French Novelty has amazing Pageant dresses. Be sure to view them all.

Fuchsia Tony Bowls Collection Strapless Beaded Pageant Dress 111C06 image

Fuchsia Tony Bowls Collection Strapless Beaded Pageant Dress 111C06

Price: $1,589.99



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