No motivation

I'm sure you are all aware that there has been a lack of posting here lately. Sorry! I've been working alot, being ill (as usual!) and just had a pretty crap lack of imagination recently. I have been finding it hard to find inspiration to make new things, or finish things off and actually upload them. I'm not sure why.

I went to visit my friend today who I havent seen in a while. It was great to catch up and see her and her moggies :) She showed me some sketchbooks she has been working on, which made me realise I dont have to work on things that "fit" with CDC, I can look elsewhere for ideas and branch out into new things.

I have some great ideas now for a new area of CandyDoll Couture, which I will start working on but it wont be available for a while yet. I'll *try* and keep you posted, if I remember to update the blog!

I also finally figured out how to create a mosaic out of flickr images, so I put together a cool mosaic of my super cute craft room. I really wish I could always keep it that tidy though, it's covered with fabric, buttons and god knows what else at the moment!

Quick post-New products

Check out the site, some new necklaces, hairclips and other cute things!!!

CandyDoll Couture Shop

Tell your friends, tell everyone! Plus, new totally gorgeous rosette brooches soon to be added!<3

Back, finally!

Yes, I am finally back online, well I have been for a few weeks, but have been busy updating the site and creating a new background for it etc.

I decided to put my photoshop skills to the test and created some yummy sweets which are now the background of the shop website!

I also have finally uploaded some hairclips to that section of the site, after numerous failed attempts due to Mr Site being crappy as usual!

There is also a cute Locket for sale on the site, with more to come in the next few weeks <3

Enjoy!

Quick post...

To say my internet is down so I wont be blogging much for about 3 weeks (until the new internet is installed), nooo!!

Luckily though I have the advantage of t'interweb on my phone yay!

Polyvore for promoting your handmade wares

I decided to use Polyvore to create a set with a selection of new items in stock at CandyDoll Couture.

It was super easy and pretty fun to make! All you need to do is download the clip to polyvore button and then start adding your stuff to the site in your items, and shazzam, start creating a funky set with your own goodies on!

This is my first one, next time I think I will create a sale set :)

Candy Doll Couture by candydollcouture on Polyvore.com

Alice In Wonderland

So, as most of you will know, Tim Burton's adaptation of Alice In Wonderland is being released at the cinemas this Friday coming, and I am very, VERY excited to see it!

I was slightly panicked when I heard that the Odeon had said they wouldn't show it due to dvd release dates *blah blah blah*I have breathed a sigh of relief finally as they have since decided that was a bad decision and WILL screen the film. Hooray!
So, I decided, since I am slightly obsessed with the book and what with the film being released on Friday I felt it was quite fitting to do a feature on Alice In Wonderland themed Jewellery and Accessories!

The first show off is this gorgeous Cheshire Cat necklace from Swarovski. I have to say though, the necklace is even more amazing looking in real life, it's worth checking it out at your nearest store!

They have a whole range of Alice In Wonderland jewellery, including this really sweet Mad Tea Party necklace with jewels falling out of the cup.

Another big company who have designed some seriously cool Alice In Wonderland jewellery are of course Disney Couture!! (Available from Asos)

Check out these stunning Mad Hatter stud earrings:

Now, I love all of these pieces but as we know it isn't just big companies who are celebrating the new release, of course it's us Indie Designers!!

I have been on the hunt for the cutest, most individual pieces of Alice themed handmade jewellery by some of the most talented Indie Designers out there.

First up are these seriously cute wooden brooches by Temporary Secretary.

Next is a designer who I have featured before, PinkyToast on Etsy! She does the cutest illustrations, featuring lots of pink, big eyes and babydoll dresses!

This is her Alice in Wonderland pocket mirror, which I just love!

I stumbled upon this gorgeous hair barrette whilst searching Etsy for Alice goodies. This is by StaySweetDesignz on Etsy, where you can find some delightful hair clips. Alice and tattoo themed clips are the main designs which we love!

Feel free to add your personal favourites of anything Alice in Wonderland via links on the comments page and enjoy the film when it comes out! xoxo

Sale now on and new items added!!

Hey everyone,

Just a quick update to let you know there is now a Sale Items section on the site where you can get some really good bargains, loads of cute jewellery up to half price!!!

Also, I have been working hard updating the site with the new stock I have been making, which includes the super cute felt Owl brooch! There is also a Stationery and Cards section where you can get cute greeting cards and fun notebooks.

http://www.candydollcouture.com/