Saturday, June 27, 2009

Up and Running on Etsy....Sort of!

My plan was to create a beautifully magnificent website full of perfectly fluffy princess tutus....This takes time and lots of it! So, in the mean time I have heeded the advice of many and not only created this amazing blog but also spent some time creating an Etsy website! Yay!

There are a few of the tutus featured on this blog that are now available for purchase in my Etsy store. Definitely check it out!


You'll notice that the listings are for 1 size only, but I will be happy to create a custom listing for you if it's not featured in the size or color you are hoping for.

Have fun browsing around!

That's all for now, but I will be posting some AWESOME new tutus later on this week!

Monday, June 15, 2009

Other Recent June Creations!

As Kristi Caggiano, owner of Miracle Haven, put it best in her Facebook post earlier this morning, "Believe it or not 1 tutu can be very different from another!"

This is EXACTLY why I love creating these so much! 1 minute I'm finishing up a "Perfectly Pink Ribbon Tutu" and the next I am working on a custom ordered Red & Black Pirate Tutu for a flower girl to wear in a wedding- more on that later!

Rarely do I create 2 tutus that are the same, unless that is of course they are orders!

Here are the latest batch of tutus that have come out of the studio, soon to hit a boutique near you!
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Baby Pink, Black and Polka Dots!

Sizing/Pricing:
Infant: 6-12 mo, 6" skirt length $17
Toddler: 12-24 mo, 9" skirt length $22
Preschool: 2-4 yrs 9" skirt length $27
Child: 4-6 yrs 13" skirt length $32

What a great combo, Baby Pink, Black and Polka Dots! This Tutu Skirt is a layered tutu and features 2 different colors of tulle; Black on the bottom with a layer of Baby Pink on top. The Elastic waistband is wrapped in Baby Pink Satin and tied in a beautiful bow. The tutu is finished off with a black and white polka dotted tulle bow. (shown in Toddler Size).

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Adorable Aqua Tutu

Sizing/Pricing:
Infant: 6-12 mo, 6" skirt length $15
Toddler: 12-24 mo, 9" skirt length $20
Preschool: 2-4 yrs 9" skirt length $25
Child: 4-6 yrs 13" skirt length $30

This tutu is nothing short of underwater perfection! This triple layer tutu features strips of Tiffany Blue and Turquoise Blue Tulle that make this skirt extra fun and fluffy. The elastic waistband is wrapped in Tiffany Blue Satin and is tied into a beautiful bow. (Shown in Toddler Size).

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Lil' Sis Hot Pink Lemonade Tutu

Sizing/Pricing:
Infant: 6-12 mo, 6" skirt length $25
Toddler: 12-24 mo, 9" skirt length $30
Preschool: 2-4 yrs 9" skirt length $40
Child: 4-6 yrs 13" skirt length $45

It's so much fun to have Big Sis and Lil' Sis in coordinating tutus for pictures and birthday parties! With the Lil' Sis Hot Pink Lemonade Tutu you can achieve a coordinating look but still let each little princess express their individuality! This tutu is a "blended" tutu and features strips of Hot Pink and Lemon Yellow tulle that is blended together to create a very unique look. The elastic waistband is wrapped in Black and White Polka Dotted tulle that ties into a beautiful bow in the back. The front of the tutu features 3 Hot Pink Flowers that really make this tutu "over the top"! (Shown in Infant Size)
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Big Sis Hot Pink Lemonade Tutu

Sizing/Pricing:
Infant: 6-12 mo, 6" skirt length $25
Toddler: 12-24 mo, 9" skirt length $30
Preschool: 2-4 yrs 9" skirt length $40
Child: 4-6 yrs 13" skirt length $45

If you are looking for a tutu that "POPS" in photos, than this color combo is what you want! This tutu is a "blended" tutu and features strips of Hot Pink and Lemon Yellow tulle that is blended together to create a very unique look. The elastic waistband is wrapped in Black and White Polka Dotted tulle and features 2 hip bows (bows tied at each hip). The front of the tutu features 4 large Hot Pink Flowers that really make this tutu "over the top"! For a coordinating style, check out the Lil' Sis version! (shown in Child Size).

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Pretty Princess Rose Tutu

Sizing/Pricing:
Infant: 6-12 mo, 6" skirt length $25
Toddler: 12-24 mo, 9" skirt length $30
Preschool: 2-4 yrs 9" skirt length $40
Child: 4-6 yrs 13" skirt length $45

This tutu is elegantly fit for royalty and sure to please any Princess's heart! This triple layer tutu features alternating strips of Shimmering Baby Pink and Shimmering 14k Gold tulle that truly makes it one of the fluffiest tutus around! The elastic waistband is wrapped in Baby Pink Satin and tied into a beautiful bow. The front of the tutu is adorned with 2 Pink and Gold Roses, flanked by 2 Ivory Roses. *Please note that roses may change slightly based upon manufacturer availability, but will remain in the same color family. (Shown in Child Size).

Celebrating America's 233rd Birthday!

With the 4th of July coming up in a few weeks, Juju's Tutus has gotten into the spirit with some really cute designs!

These will be in the shop at Miracle Haven tomorrow and will also be available online at www.2littlemonkeys.com. How exciting!

The Firecracker Tutu is a layered tutu with a layer of Cherry Red tulle on top, White Tulle in the middle and Navy Blue Tulle on the bottom. Metallic Gold, Silver. Blue and Red Stars adorn the top layer of Cherry Red tulle. The elastic waistband is wrapped with Royal Blue Satin Ribbon and then tied into a beautiful bow.



The Star Spangled Tutu Dress can be worn either as a tutu style halter dress using the Cherry Red Satin Ribbon or pulled down on the hips and worn as an extra long tutu skirt...very versatile! This tutu is made up of 3 layers of extra long tulle placed around the waistband to represent our "stars and stripes". Metallic Gold and Silver 1" Stars adorn the Navy Blue tulle. The skirt also features a patriotic Red, White and Blue Grosgrain ribbon tied into a beautiful bow in the back.









Thursday, June 4, 2009

Empire Waist Tutu Dresses

I LOVE these! They are so unique and so beautiful on! In all honesty when I began making them last year I completely underestimated the amount of time and skill level that it would take to actually make one look GOOD....several didn't! :(

Now that I've made a couple dozen, I'm confident that I have mastered my technique...that is until I find something new to add to them!

These dresses make such great Flower Girl Dresses, props for Children's Portraits and even are great to wear for everyday dress up. In face my best friend's little girl requested a "Belle" dress for her birthday back in March, just to play dress up in. Well, her wish was granted! I'll try and post a picture of her in it soon. It turned out really well! And don't forget what amazingly cute costumes these will make come fall!

The Empire Waist Tutu Dresses are hand crafted from yards and yards and yards of apparel quality (and sometimes bridal quality) tulle. There are 2 different elastic waistbands, one at the top and the other that creates the Empire Waist. Both elastics are wrapped with coordinating satin ribbons. The dresses can be worn strapless, as a halter or with spaghetti straps, depending on how it is customized. Flowers can also be added to the top of the dress, around the empire waistband, on the bows or throughout the skirt attached to the tulle.

If you can dream it, I can do my best to make it! In fact we've had requests for "Tiffany Blue" tulle and actually found it!

We gladly welcome custom orders on our Empire Waist Tutu Dresses! Depending on the request and the colors of tulle we have in stock, turn around time on these is less than 7 days! Questions? Email me at julie@jujustutus.com or call me at 602-999-8497.
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Lavender Daisy Infant Empire Waist Dress

A perfect example of Summertime Splendidness! This Lavender Empire Waist Tutu Dress features triple layers of Lavender Tulle with a coordinating Lavender Satin ribbon wrapped Empire Waist and top of the dress. The front of the dress and Empire Waist band are adorned with fun purple daisies. Instead of a traditional halter top, this dress features delicate Lavender and White Polka Dot Satin Ribbon straps. The Empire Waist is finished off with a beautiful Lavender Satin Bow adorned with coordinating Lavender and White Polka Dot bows. (shown in infant size)


Infant: 6-12 mo 13" dress length $40
Toddler: 12-24 mo 18" dress length $46
Preschool: 2-4 yrs 24" dress length $55
Child: 4-6 yrs 27" dress length $60



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Hot Pink and Ivory Rose Empire Waist Tutu Dress

This empire waist tutu dress features triple layers of Hot Pink and Cranberry Tulle with Hot Pink Satin wrapped around the Empire Waist Band and the top of the dress, securing into a Halter Strap. To add more dimension to the dress, a delicate Ivory Satin Ribbon is laced through the top Hot Pink Ribbon. The front of the dress is adorned with 1 beautiful Pink and Ivory Rose with 2 delicate Ivory roses on either side. The dress finishes with a Hot Pink Bow tied at the Empire Waist with a delicate Ivory Eyelet Ribbon on top. This dress can be custom ordered in any color. (shown in Child size)

Infant: 6-12 mo 13" dress length $40
Toddler: 12-24 mo 18" dress length $46
Preschool: 2-4 yrs 24" dress length $55
Child: 4-6 yrs 27" dress length $60


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Mrs. Claus Empire Waist Dress

If you are looking for a one of a kind Holiday Portrait this year, then you have found your outfit! Your little princess will definitely STAND OUT in this beautiful Empire Waist Tutu Dress featuring triple layers of Ruby Red Tulle, a black satin sash with silver buckle tied into a beautiful bow in the back and Snow White Marabou across the top of the dress. This dress is strapless. If you'd like to add satin spaghetti straps or halter to the dress, please let us know! (shown in child size)

Infant: 6-12 mo 13" dress length $40
Toddler: 12-24 mo 18" dress length $46
Preschool: 2-4 yrs 24" dress length $55
Child: 4-6 yrs 27" dress length $60



On our way!


Hi!

After almost 1 year of being in 2 fabulous boutiques, Juju's Tutus is venturing into the world of online retail! It's been a lot longer of a process than I thought, but it's all been worth it. While we are busily putting our website together, I thought I'd give you a sneak peek at some of the great things that we have in store.

If you see anything that you LOVE and would like info on how to purchase it, let me know! Right now you can find Juju's Tutus at Miracle Haven Shops in the Garden in Downtown Glendale, AZ (www.miraclehaven.com) and also online at 2 Little Monkeys (www.2littlemonkeys.com). We were also one of the featured boutiques at Christian Family Care Agency's Garden Brunch and Fashion show back in March!

Disclaimer: I am NOT a professional photographer (obviously!) and leave my picture taking up to my amazing friend and PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHER Erin McFarland (www.emlifephoto.com). We have done 2 amazing shoots so far and the pictures that she took will be up shortly. In the mean time, have fun looking at these!