The Shoppe is Open!

Now an easy way to shop our sale.  Big thanks to the amazing and wonderful Timi!  The shoppe will remain open until inventory sells out.  I will be adding the fabric there as well.  

I am still working on the auction pieces, it was a busy week filled with pre-holiday school activities.  I will be finishing them this weekend, and will have them up soon.  

I can't believe Christmas is only 5 days away!  I am really excited for the girls this year.  Chris and I, or should I say Chris, wrapped their gifts last night.  He does the wrapping, I label.  He is actually way better at it than me.  We got some snow yesterday, and it will continue all weekend.  What a fun way to start the Christmas break.  Anywho, this is going to be a short post today, lots to do.  Have a wonderful weekend!  

It's Over...

That is the first season.  It sure was a huge learning experience.  I am grateful to all of you who supported us, and were patient.  I promise next season will be way different.  The entire line is now 50% off until it sells out.  This includes hostess pieces.  We are sold out of the Creamy Roses, Frog Garden, Tees, Birdy Halter and Sash, and there is no size 2 or 4 of the Sugar and Spice. You can email me to place an order, until we add the clearance section on the website.  Hopefully that will be up by the weekend.  Orders placed before Saturday will arrive in time for Christmas.  Orders placed after Saturday unless you pay extra for overnighting, will not arrive in time for Christmas.  You know how the mail is this time of year.

I am a bit behind on posting the auction items for the Burdick family.  We were hit by the stomach virus here last week, and croup!  Better then, then next week.  Check in Thursday or Friday at the latest for the auction items.  Thank you to those of you who have sent items.

I took my own picture of the girls this year for our Christmas cards.  It was like pulling teeth.  They have not been modeling and they were such a pain.  I tried to get one with them and the dog too, that was funny!  This was the best of the bunch.

  

Not too bad.  They each just got their hair cut short about a week earlier.  

I'll be back later this week to post the auction items.  Have a great week!

A Horrible Tragedy...

This past Sunday, Meredith's best friend Amber and her 3 beautiful kids were in a horrible car accident on Sunday evening heading back home from a birthday party at the 380/Lake Forest intersection in McKinney, TX. Meredith is our Texas Fashion Consultant, and one of the best people you will ever know.

It is with a very sad and heavy heart to report that 4 year old Brett (Meredith's 4 year old daughter, Paige's best friend) wasn't able to fight through his injuries and passed away at 2:47 am Monday morning.

Amber's 8 year old son Andrew has a serious injury to his shin which will require several surgeries to repair the damage; he has had two so far with another tomorrow.

Thankfully, Amber and her 2 year old daughter, Danielle were not injured in the accident.

You can visit the family's website here, and also read articles about the crash here and here.

The Burdick Family needs our help.  Amber's husband Chris, is a truck driver and does not earn money unless he is driving, and he needs to be home with his family for some time.  Asides from living expenses, the family was not yet finished with Christmas shopping.  

My heart is just breaking for this lovely family.  Looking at the picture of sweet Brett, I can't even begin to imagine how Amber and Chris are feeling.  I will be auctioning three one of a kind pieces here on my blog on Tuesday.  Items can be bid on, by posting a comment.  All the money earned will go directly to the Burdick family.  

I will also be sending clothing and toys for Danielle and Andrew.  Please bid generously for this grieving family.  And if you have time to pick up an item for Danielle or Andrew for Christmas, that would be just wonderful.  Every child deserves a beautiful Christmas, and this one will be harder than ever for all of them.  You can also go into any Wells Fargo bank in the USA, and make a donation to the family.  

I know that this is a tight time of year for everyone, but please if you can do anything at all to help the Burdick family.  Give whatever you can, pick up a toy while you are out at Target, donate $5, bid on the items here next week.  At the end of the day, we are all people with families we love, just think about if this was your son or daughter.

I hate to leave you with this sad thought for the weekend, but I know I can count on all of you to help.

Fabulous Friday!

As I start this post, I am looking around at the mess which I call my bedroom.  I really need to spend some time this weekend, putting my clean clothes away, and straightening up the papers on my computer desk.  It's becoming very distracting.

Ok, first, all holiday items are 50% off!  We do not have a lot left, but there is still a bit.  Email me what you would like, and it will ship as soon as payment is received.  There is still plenty of time before the holidays.

Second, the entire Fall line, excluding hostess items, is 20% off with free shipping.  BUT...anyone can purchase from the hostess collection, and still get free shipping.  Items will ship within 24 hours of payment being received, so again plenty of time to have for the holidays.  

Gina just sent me over this photo of our Retro Sling Bag.  There are only a few left, but take a look.  Made with gorgeous Amy Butler fabric...ahh one of my favorite fabric gals.

Next, you know my amazingly talented friend and web/graphic artist, Timi.  Well, she is running a deal on blog makeovers, only $35, usually $125!  Click here to see everything included.  This is an amazing deal, and I guarantee you, you will be thrilled beyond words with her work!  One week only, so hurry on over and check it out.

Third, well actually fourth, I have a few more fabrics for you.  I know, I was supposed to post them the other day, but, well, you know how life with kids is.  I still have plenty of the fabrics posted previously, so scroll down and check it out.  Same deal, $5 a yard plus shipping.

LR09 Olive

LR05 Black

LR03 Red

I have to share this beautiful little girl, or should I say almost young woman, Audra.  She is almost 11 after all. ;)  Audra is one of Penny's daughter. (Penny is one of our FC's, and so sweet, words can't explain.)

Thanks for sharing this beautiful photo with me Penny!

And last, we are doing something special next week here at GenMarie, and it involves all of you.  I will post details tomorrow about it.  I hope you all have a wonderful day!

Littlest Heroes Project...

Recently, I was contacted by the amazing Felicia, the founder of the Littlest Heroes Project.  The Littlest Heroes Project is a non-profit based organization founded in January 2008, made up of professional photographers nationwide that provide free photo sessions to our nations Littlest Heroes.  This is their way of giving back and taking a stand for these children who sometimes feel forgotten because of their illnesses.  They are here to let them know that they are heroes to many, and to share their inspirational stories and photos with the world.  Felicia was looking for partners to donate clothing for the photo sessions, and of course I jumped at the opportunity.  It is an amazing organization, but the truly amazing part, is that Felicia is only 17 years old!  Click here to read her amazing story.  I read her story, and sat with tears in my eyes.  Felicia is an incredible young woman, doing incredible things, who is leaving her mark on this world.  If you are a designer or photographer, I encourage you to become a part of the Littlest Heroes Project.  It is such a great way of giving back, and bringing joy into a child's life.  You can click on the logo above, and watch the video below to learn more.

Mel, sent me these beautiful pictures of the lovely Reegan.  She looks just stunning in her GenMarie.  I am thrilled that even 9 year olds love GenMarie!  Thank you so much Mel for sharing these with me!

I hope you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving!  I will be back later to post some more fabric for sale.