Fun Friday!!!!

Ok, so it has been a week!  I am in desperate need of some fun.  That being said, Melinda, came up with a brilliant idea, a contest to design one of our Spring pieces.  This could be a top, skirt, dress, pant, whatever.  Here is the deal, you need to scan in and email me a sketch of your design, and keep in mind that they are limitations due to manufacturing.  I will choose the top five, and post them here, for you to vote.  The winner, will receive one of their dresses, along with their choice of two pieces from the spring line, plus...the winner gets bragging rights amongst all their friends.  AND...the dress style will be named after them.  Melinda and I thought this would be a fun way to give those who are super creative and fashion savvy, who may or may not be able to sew, an opportunity to see their vision come to life.  Trust me, there is nothing more rewarding.  I truly am so excited to see what you come up with.  Now, don't worry if you can't draw, I am no artist either.  Just do your best, and you can use arrows and words to explain things as well.  Sketches must be submitted by November 1st.

I will leave you with two photos from my super FC's, Melinda and Meredith's little darlings in their GenMarie..  

Mackenzie looking just adorable.

and Miss Paige having some twirling fun!

Black Tuesday?

So, I have heard of Black Monday, or Monday being the worst day of the week, but yesterday was just one of those days that warranted a few glasses of wine with dinner.  The day started off with a lovely phone conversation with my husband.  Then I took Ava to dance.  While there, I  get a phone call from my merchant account.  They are just impossible to deal with.  I come home to two more boxes of GenMarie, that's always a plus, and while I was carrying them in, I knocked my engagement ring against my sliding glass door.  I look down and the entire head of my ring, gone.  I found it, but it has been fixed a few times before, and the jeweler told me the next time I hit it, they would have to reset the whole ring.  I am so upset.  I definitely do not have the money right now to fix it.  So I guess I won't be able to wear my rings for quite some time. Of course, my camera still isn't working, so no picture to share.

The day just continued on that way, and I swear,  if I could have took a long walk off a short bridge, I would have.  

This morning, we became aware that Chris's grandfather is not doing well.  Tonight may very well be the last time we see him.  He is 86, and has led a very full life, but he is suffering terribly right now.  I am praying that God will show him mercy.  He has been sick for quite some time now.

The good, I had a 4 cup of coffee morning, and sent out a lot more orders.  Again, your patience and understanding means more than you will ever know.  We are having a bit of a sizing issue, but this will not affect the holiday line.  Check with your FC for details.  We have fixed the problem on some items, and it will not be a problem in the future.  I honestly don't know what went wrong.  Ugh... that is all I have to say.

I will keep you al updated as the week progresses.  I have to admit, I am so excited to take Emma and Ava to see HSM3 on Saturday.  I loved the first two, the second more than the first, and sometimes, it is just nice to remember being young again.  

Enjoy your evening ladies.

How's It Going...

This seems to be the question I am hearing most these days.  So I thought it would be a good time to update everyone.  Like any startup company, we have hit a few bumps in the road.  These have been frustrating, but I am happy to report, we have everything almost all worked out.  We should be on track completely by week's end.  Phew... I have lost a lot of sleep lately.  I knew taking GenMarie to this level wouldn't be a walk in the park.  The challenges we have faced will make success that much sweeter.  I appreciate everyone's patience and understanding.  

I am still having camera issues, so I thought I would share some photos of the holiday line, that you haven't seen.  The holiday line is still available, with the exception of the eggnog twist peasant top.  That one just flew off the shelves!  Quantities are very limited, so if you haven't placed your holiday order yet, get in touch with your FC.

I just love this candid shot of Miss M.  It truly captures her personality.

A different look with the Eve knot.

A fun shot from Gina...

The spring line is underway, and I am so excited about what is to come!  We have some great new styles for girls that we will be including in the line, as well as, some Mommy items, and hold you breath... some boy's.;)  I have had so many requests for boy's items, that I knew it would be a great time to expand our collection for the little man in your life.  We also have an amazing new website in the works!  I can't wait to share that with you.  I hope you are all enjoying Fall.  Have a wonderful day! 

A Sweet Little Lady...

Yes, it has been awhile, seems to be these days.  I have been so busy with GenMarie, family and a new pup, that I barely have time to lay next to my husband at night.  Believe it or not, we are already planning the Spring line, and there are lots of great new things in store.

Last weekend, one of my best friends since 6th grade got married.  I have been trying to get the pictures into my computer, but guess what?  Something is wrong with my camera.  Getting my camera fixed is going to have to wait, since funds are limited.  I am bummed to say the least.  But she looked amazing.  She wore the most beautiful strapless ivory dress, and they were married outdoors in Vermont, with the beautiful mountains behind them.  It really was a beautiful ceremony.  It is peak foliage in Vermont now, so it was quite the backdrop.  As soon as I get my camera in check, I will share some pics. 

And for my sweet little lady, meet Miss Alex, the lovely daughter of my amazing FC, Keri.  Alex is the brains behind many of the names of our pieces.  She loves being a part of GenMarie, and I just love her to bits.  She asked her mom months ago when she can be a GenMarie Consultant.  I told her when I won't be thrown in jail for child labor. ;)  And I must say she is a force to be reckoned with on the soccer field too.  Beauty, brains and athleticism.  I don't envy her parents when the boys start knocking on the door in a few years.

Alex is wearing our Sapphire Sky skirt.  She just looks so darn pretty.  I don't think I will ever get tired of knee socks and mary janes.

The gorgeous photos are courtesy of my fabulous friend Leah.  One day Miss Leah, I am coming out there to have you photograph my girls.  Oh....just dreamy.

Have a lovely Sunday...we are off to pumpkin pick and decorate for Fall.