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Sunday, October 7, 2012

Girls Christmas and Holiday Peasant Dresses by Charming Necessities

I have been sorely lacking in keeping up with my blog but I wanted to quickly post two dresses that are available for the upcoming Christmas season! 

First is the Holiday Folklore peasant dress in a traditional red and green color scheme.  The prints for this collection have an old world feel to them - with silhouettes of deer, rabbits, and foliage.

Both peasant dresses have an adorable detail, a ruffled neckline!  I added this detail to give the dresses a bit more of a special occasion feel, as well as a pleated ruffle on the bottom of the skirt.  These peasant dresses have long, bell shaped sleeves, a removable sash, and optional matching hair accessories!

 
A close up of the Holiday Folklore Peasant Dress so you can see the gorgeous old world designs on the fabric.  Also, a better picture of the matching Red and Green Old Hollywood Feather Headband.

 
A full body shot, this dress has a lace embellishment as well as the pleated ruffle.

 
The dress can be worn with or without the sash.
 
I am IN LOVE with the prints for Storybook Christmas.  The main print features gingerbread houses, peppermint sticks, trees, and the silhouettes of a little boy and girl.  These fabrics are very whimsical and a nice option if you want something that isn't quite as tranditional.

 
This dress features two pleated ruffles at the hem.

 
This dress coordinates perfectly with the hot pink ruffled cords, or it can be worn with tights.

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Weekend Special for Charming Necessities shop!

This weekend only, 10/6 and 10/7 get free shipping on any order over $50!  No coupon needed.  Only at www.charmingnecessities and not valid on previous purchases.

Thursday, August 2, 2012

Buy handmade, not knockoffs!

A couple weeks ago I posted on my Facebook fan page about my sunsuit pictures being stolen and copied by Chinese manufacturers. I have gotten many emails from fans/customers letting me know that they are now seeing these knock-offs being sold via Facebook and other selling venues by other boutiques. Instead of having knot style straps they are halter straps.

 Please know that at this time, you can only purchase Charming Necessities outfits through charmingnecessities.com OR my Etsy shop. I have been selling these two particular sunsuits for 3 years. If you see them being offered somewhere else with the halter straps they are CHINA KNOCKOFFS and NOT HANDMADE.

 It makes me sick to think that others are benefiting from and making money off of my hard work. :(

 If you want a HIGH QUALITY HANDMADE vintage style sunsuit please visit my store.
Thank you for supporting a US small business!

Saturday, July 14, 2012

Fall 2012 Boutique Clothing by Charming Necessities

In the past couple weeks, there have been 3 new collections launched here at Charming Necessities.  Lots of new choices for fall wardrobes and back to school outfits!

Also, this weekend only (7/14 and 7/15) - Purchase $50 or more worth of product and use coupon code FREESHIPWKND for FREE shipping. http://t.co/ojUmLNb2







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Sunday, July 1, 2012

Back To School Dress in Bookworm

I fell in love with these fabrics when I saw them, and knew it would be the perfect theme for a back to school dress!

The main print has a variety of library books, and library images, with words such as "non-fiction" and "bookworm" throughout.  The secondary fabric looks like tje old-fashioned stamps used when you check out books to let you know when to return them.   The bodice and skirt are emellished with a coral pin dot ruched ruffle.

This collection is limited editition so it won't be around long.  Combine the knot dress with a pair of new Cordurory Ruffle pants and and matching Proper Princess headband, and you're little one will be ready for her first day of school or pre-school!






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Tuesday, May 22, 2012

4th of July Knot Dresses, Sunsuits, Jumpsuits and Boys Tie Shirts

These is a temporary section now on Charming Necessities, outfits and hair accessories for the 4th of July!
View the entire selection HERE.
There are sunsuits, knot dresses, pillowcase dresses, boys tie shirts, and matching hair accessories - all in red white and blue colors!  Whether you are going to a pool party, picnic, or barbeque, make sure your little one is dressed to impress in a Charming Necessities outfit!







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Monday, May 21, 2012

New Vintage Beauty Sunsuits, Shabby Romance Pink and Green

There are two new additions to the very popular Vintage Beauty Sunsuits - Shabby Romance Pink and Shabby Romance Green.  There are now over 30 sunsuits available at Charming Necessities!  These rompers feature a bib front, three rows of lace ruffles on the bum, and adjustable knot style top.  These are fully lined garments with hidden elastic and no exposed seams.

A huge thank you to Stacey at Wild Hearts Photography for these amazing vintage style pictures!









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Wednesday, May 16, 2012

Retro Jumpsuit by Charming Necessities

I am so pleased to share this adorable retro jumpsuit with you!  I have been meaning to make this outfit for weeks, and finally had some time to sit down and sew it.

Made with 100% cotton designer fabrics - this once piece jumpsuit features adjustable ties at the shoulders, as well as a contrasting ruffle (because ruffles make everything better! ;)) and waist accent.

The pink and gray dots jumpsuit is available now on charmingnecessities.com - and you can also choose to have a jumpsuit made from one of the new Spring/Summer collections by clicking the drop down menu in the listing. 

 Since this is a new design, many more prints will be coming soon - including two for the 4th of July!




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New Summer Collection - Butterflies and Sunshine

Butterflies and Sunshine recently launched on my website!  The collection consists of a knot dress, sun dress, peasant top, twirl skirt, knee high socks, and of course a retro sunsuit.  Two made to match headbands are also available.  This is the last summer collection that I will be offering, next up Fall 2012!  :)

The color scheme for Butterflies and Sunshine is mostly purples and greens, the main fabric is a really pretty butterflies and flowers print.  Very whimsical, and perfect for summer garden parties, tea parties, and picnics!

Take a peek at these beautiful pictures, from Puddle Jumpers Photography and the Summer 2012 Model Search winner Mackenzie!!!!


Butterflies and Sunshine Sun Dress and Shabby Victorian Flower Headband


Butterflies and Sunshine Knot Dress and Shabby Victorian Flower Headband





Butterflies and Sunshine Vintage Beauty Sunsuit

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Monday, April 23, 2012

Charming Necessities spotted in OK Magazine

If you are at the store - pick up a copy of the April 23rd edition of OK Magazine and flip to page 18.  You will spot a Charming Necessities dress on Honor Warren!  :)  Tooooo cool!

New Collection - Sweet Summertime

Introducing the Sweet Summertime collection!

Just perfect for hot summer days, picnics, barbecues, and birthday parties!  The main fabric for this collection reminds me of a vintage, multi colored quilt - in reds, aqua, yellow, orange, brown, green, and pink. 

The collection consists of a knot dress, sundress, short sleeve peasant top, ruffled twirl skirt, retro sunsuit, and matching flower headband.


Sweet Summertime Knot Dress and matching Flower Headband






Sweet Summertime Vintage Beauty Sunsuit

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Sunday, April 22, 2012

New discount code!

I receive many inquiries asking if I offer multiple item or large order discounts.  In the past I have only offered discounts {normally 10% off} during sales.

Going forward, customers who wish to purchase $250 or more worth of merchandise can receive 15% off their order by using coupon code 15OFF250 at checkout.  Shipping is free as well!

This discount does not apply to previous purchases and orders cannot be combined.  Discount will only apply to single orders totaling $250 or more.

VALID ONLY ON www.charmingnecessities.com

If you wish to purchase through my Etsy shop please convo me {through my Etsy shop please, so I can keep track! ;)} with the list of items you want and I will set up a custom listing for you with the discounts already deducted.

Happy shopping!  :)

Saturday, April 21, 2012

Summer Collection - French Vanilla

Introducing the French Vanilla Collection!

I could NOT wait to sew up these gorgeous fabrics!  The main print is large, scattered ice cream cones - on a mint background.  The contrasting fabrics are a distressed scrollwork damask and a print with several french words and sayings in mint, chocolate and tan.  So elegant and fun!


Here is a close up of the fabric - can you say GORGEOUS?!


French Vanilla Knot Dress and matching Flower Headband:


French Vanilla Sun Dress and matching Flower Headband:


French Vanilla Peasant Top and Ruffled Twirl Skirt with matching Flower Headband:


French Vanilla Vintage Beauty Sunsuit:



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Saturday, April 14, 2012

Honor wearing Charming Necessities for Easter!

 The Day Dream sundress has been one of my most popular dresses this spring!  Its super comfortable to wear and the colors are just gorgeous. 

It was such a pleasure to see Honor Warren, Jessica Alba's daughter, wearing the Day Dream sundress on Easter!  She paired it with an yellow sweater and fab grey scarf.  So adorable!
See more pictures HERE.


To purchase the Day Dream Sundress, click HERE.

Monday, April 9, 2012

Charming Necessities sighting!

Earlier in the week, I was so thrilled to see pictures of Jessica Alba's daughter, Honor, wearing the Genteel Pink Knot Dress while she was out with her Mom!  I am a huge fan of Jessica's.  I keep up with her on Twitter and Facebook.  Not only is she is an amazing Mom to two little girls, she is also an entrepreneur!  She is the founder of an eco friendly family and household products company, the Honest Company.

Pictures can be seen of Honor in her Charming Necessities dress here on Celebrity Baby Scoop, as well as USWeekly's site.


The Genteel Pink Knot Dress can be found HERE.

Friday, April 6, 2012

Wednesday, April 4, 2012

Summer 2012 - Spreading Her Wings

Charming Necessities recently launched two new collections for summer!  Spreading Her Wings is one of those collections.  The main fabric is a fun eclectic print with birds, bird cages, butterflies, as well as some french writing and other text.  I think this collection would be perfect for vintage photo shoots!








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