Lindsey's Wedding

So I've teased you for a while with  news and a few pics from Lindsey's lovely wedding. It was such a fun affair- bride and groom are Sounders season ticket owners, and their mad love for the Sounders had a striking influence on the decor of the wedding. Oh, and also POLKA DOTS. The bride can't get enough of those things.
Remarkably, I've yet to see a gymnasium so totally transformed from basketball court to elegant wedding venue. Well done, Anderson crew! Your HOURS of work were well used- it was fantastic. Thanks for letting me be a part of it. I loved creating hairpieces for Bride and flower girls...

Wedding photos provided courtesy of the photographer, Elli Sniff of Nostalgia Photographics. Go check her out- she's awesome...

Delivery update and a few things...

Hi Friends!!

It's no surprise that the cost of gas is astronomical right now, { I die a little bit every time I have to fill up my tank...} and delivering products isn't always convenient or efficient. For those of you in need of a Fancy little something-or-another, especially those of you who don't live in the Bonney Lake/Tapps/Sumner area, I will be shipping your orders to you, for a very nominal shipping fee (1-2 hairpieces is usually around 1.25). If you need something you don't see on etsy, simply convo me on etsy, or email me, or msg me on facebook and I can either create a custom etsy listing or simply send you a pay pal invoice and we can take care of it, lickety split!!

I don't have big plans for Summer yet- still working out the kinks. I enjoy that Summer is a slower time for Tallulah- until things pick up in August and go crazy until the end of the year. Expect an update soon on where you can find Tallulah Twinkletoes products this Summer!!

MORE Bebes!

One of the best things about my business is that I get lots of instant gratification in the form of photos from happy customers! Here are a few that haven't made the blog yet (I'm a bit behind!!)

Look at this sweetie in this delicate rose headband... or Miss Amelia in her lovely Tallulah Bonnet!

One of my favorite custom requests: Miss Megan in her tiny Tallulah rose clips- so dainty and lovely!

and sweet little Ashlee with a pair of mini peonies in her funny little piggies. Love that dark hair...

Have a darling pic to share? Email me tallulahtwinkletoes@gmail.com ! Are you a photographer looking for some advertising? Drop me a line and we'll talk! I'm always excited to exchange products for good pictures!

xoxo

"Bliss" additions!

I love being "commissioned" to create something lovely for a special occasion!

This bride, Monica, wanted a sparkly hair comb to compliment her intricate up-do. The piece pictured here was my first wire-work piece- with crystals and freshwater pearls. I was happy with how it turned out and can't wait to experiment more with this medium! So fun and different! Colleen needed something "bling-y" and silver to coordinate with her prom dress. So pretty in her gorgeous hair!

...and Payton chose a classic black fascinator with feathers, tulle, a handmade rose, veiling and matching rose ring for her prom ensemble. Very elegant.

So come on, girls, I know there are more TT prom pieces out there! Email me the goods and I'll feature you here! xoxo

Thoughts on Creativity...

Okay, so something has been bugging me for a while. I need to sound off for a minute, so just indulge me, okay? Thanks Friends.

I love the creative process. I love being inspired by something I see or hear or feel- whether it's a home decorating magazine or blog, or a bouquet of flowers, a gorgeous swatch of ribbon or fabric or just a paint chip... it's all a part of my process. I love using the inspiration to make something that is my own.

Creative types of yesteryear would be highly envious of the easy access we have to a multitude of images - a veritable sensory overload- via the internet. Photographers post a bevy of photos- watermarked with their logos and signatures- all over the web. People have discovered the necessity of protecting their images with watermarks and trademarks, and though tutorials abound, artists have found ways of protecting their intellectual property from piracy and plagiarism.

This leads me to my point. The designs you see here on Tallulah Twinkletoes, "Bliss" by Tallulah Twinkletoes or any other subsidiary of TT (yes, there will be more!) are entirely mine. Certain details of my pieces (a particular type of handmade flower, for instance) may have been acquired from tutorials I have found here and there, but the composition of Tallulah products is the exclusive property of Tallulah Twinkletoes.

My Mom always told me that imitation is a form of flattery, but I always struggled with this idea. It is rather affirming to know that I have a good idea, that hosting a Soiree or having a cute display at a show or a particular vision for the growth of my business is worth imitating. HOWEVER...I'm not a fan of folks copying my ideas, whether they are in the form of pieces I create or the way I run my business. I have spent countless hours over the last three years working to organize and create something I'm incredibly proud of- something that is ME- the creative culmination of my own energy and inspiration. Though I'm somewhat flattered by the imitators (yes, more than one), please know that copying my ideas is not only unethical, it is a disservice to the creativity we should each strive to develop in ourselves and our art.
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Thanks so much to those of you who remain devoted Tallulah Fans and Friends! Your loyalty is honorable and much appreciated!!!

xoxo
Amberlyn