Monkey Love!

Did you know that not only can you purchase an original "Juju's Tutu" off of my Etsy site, but you can also purchase them online at www.2littlemonkeys.com I've had the pleasure of working with 2 Little Monkeys for almost a year now and they are top notch!

The owners, Cindy and Jodi search out for the CUTEST nursery, gift items and carseat covers for baby and children. Not to mention that they have a kickin' sale section on their website too! And if you live in the Phoenix area (and you mention you are a friend of Juju's Tutus) you can have FREE SHIPPING by picking up your items from one of their warehouse locations! Just make sure to call your order into them so shipping isn't automatically added.

Every time I am on there I always find SEVERAL items that I need! I'm sure that you can relate to how that goes! Click here to see what my favorite item in the shop is right now. There's also a matching bottle! Pair this with the turquoise and brown Juju's Tutu that's in the work for them and you've got a rockin' baby shower present!

Be on the lookout for EXCLUSIVE Juju's Tutus designs that are only available at 2 Little Monkeys coming this fall! Super Exciting!

Check them out!

Have you HUGGED your photographer lately?

Photographers, you know the REALLY good photographers go all out, really willing to RISK IT ALL to get a great shot. They are the ones who are lying on the ground, albeit dirty or uncomfortable, leaning over the edge of the balcony, climbing to the top of the ladder. The good ones don't cower at a hysterical 2 year old screaming in defiance. They don't even bat an eye when the diaperless newborn baby "explodes" all over the drapings right before the perfect shot. In fact, they probably welcome the challenge because it just makes them that much better. Good photographers kick off their shoes and get comfortable and they have serious coffee addictions from spending countless hours editing and photo shopping and cropping...

I seriously consider myself to be so blessed with AMAZING PHOTOGRAPHER friends! These ladies have such a genuine and God given talent at capturing the small, precious moments that make life happen. They are the magic behind the lens. The eyes that see and appreciate the delicate details that the rest of the world would overlook if not for them. Each has a special talent that makes their photography unique, solely theirs.

So my dear friends, here's to you! You completely rock my world! My business would definitely not be in the place it is today without your beautiful eyes capturing the beauty of each little tutu wearing girl. You are the best of the best and I am that much better of a person for getting to work with you and seeing how you appreciate the wonder around you! I love you gals!

Seriously, I'm not making their talent up! How could I?

Don't believe me? Check them out for yourselves!

The fantabulous Erin McFarland of Erin McFarland Photography specializes in Maternity, Newborn, Family and Wedding Pictures. She comes up with the neatest ideas. By the way, I am IN LOVE with the wedding pictures that she did at Boojum. See her work at www.emlifephoto.com

The sassy Janelle Zeller of Janelle Zeller Photography specializes in Newborn, Family, Engagement, Wedding and Senior Pictures. Did I also mention that she does all of the fun ads for DollyRockers Salon in Anthem? I LOVE the newest Lemon Highlights Ad. It seriously ROCKS! See all of Janelle's awesome work at www.janellezellerphotography.com

The spunky Tracey Emmett of En Love Photography specializes in Newborn, Family, Engagement and Event Pictures. She has such an eye for capturing photos without making them look to phony or staged, which is mucho importante! Check out Tracey's eye by logging onto Facebook and searching for En Love Photography.

So, when was the last time you hugged your talented photographer lately? If you don't have one, contact one of these gals!

Fundraiser for Kate McRae

A few weeks ago I took a trek out to the Cibola Vista Resort to help celebrate Becca's 30th Birthday (she's one of my closest friends) and I had the pleasure of meeting some of the gals from the different areas of her life. It was a really neat experience to get to see how we all knew Becca, whether it be church, work, through the kids, school- you get the picture. 

Becca's birthday was in April, but we celebrated in July. Why you ask? Because on Becca's birthday, she was having a flair up with her Crohn's Disease and had just gotten back from a trip to CA to meet with a doctor regarding a new treatment. I'm sure I can speak for all of her friends from all of her "different circles" that we all felt helpless and were praying like crazy for her health, for healing and for answers. 

I'm sure you've been there before too, with someone that you were close to, praying for health, healing and answers. Well, when we were at the pool celebrating Becca, a conversation came up just about that same thing, but concerning a little girl.  I didn't catch most of it because I was sitting too far away from Amy who was talking about it, but none the less could tell that something was really upsetting. So, what's a girl to do in that situation? Check her Facebook Page the next day of course!

What I learned that day absolutely broke my heart. Again, another situation where you pray for health, healing and for answers. I learned about beautiful blonde haired and blue eyed, perfect little Kate McRae. Just by looking at her you knew that she held  the heart of her family in her smile! On her Caring Bridge Website, www.prayforkate.com I read journal entry after journal entry from her family telling the story of what happened that got her to Phoenix Children's Hospital and what they have endured since the end of June. My heart broke and again I felt helpless. I prayed. I prayed hard. I prayed for health, healing and for understanding. 

Days went by and I continued to pray. After the 4th day of continued prayer, the Lord spoke to me and I no longer felt helpless, but empowered to do something small that might help make a little bit of money to donate towards the family to help with hospital bills, but more importantly get the word out about Kate and encourage people to "Pray for Kate". 

With my new friend Amy's help as family liaison, I was able to get the blessing of Kate's mom to do a fundraiser for Kate. Knowing that she likes pink, polka dots, princesses and butterflies (thanks to Kate's Aunt!), I was able to put together 2 beautiful tutus for Kate; The Princess Kate Tutu and Kate's Butterfly Tutu. The tutus come in 4 different sizes and can also be made in a custom size. 100% of the profits of each sale go directly to the McRae Family. 

Please take some time out of your day and visit Kate's webpage www.prayforkate.com and join in our efforts to lift her up in prayer. 

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~Kate's Butterfly Tutu~

Kate's Butterfly Tutu is made from layers and layers of Shimmering Hot Pink Tulle and Shimmering Bumblebee Yellow Tulle and strands of hot pink and yellow polka dot satin ribbon. The elastic waistband is wrapped in Baby Pink Satin Ribbon and tied into a bow. To make this tutu even more special, there is a Pink and Yellow Butterfly printed Grosgrain Ribbon bow topped with a hot pink daisy flower!

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

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~The Princess Kate Tutu~

The Princess Kate Tutu is made from layers and layers of Shimmering Baby Pink Tulle, Shimmering Hot Pink Tulle, Shimmering Silver Tulle and strands of baby pink polka dot satin ribbon. The elastic waistband is wrapped in Baby Pink Satin Ribbon and tied into 2 beautiful hip bows.

Sizing/Pricing: 

Infant:  6-12 mo,  6" skirt length $20

Toddler:  12-24 mo,  9" skirt length $25

Preschool:  2-4 yrs  9" skirt length $30

Child:  4-6 yrs  13" skirt length $35

Both of these tutus can be ordered directly from my Etsy Shop at www.jujustutus.etsy.com

If you live in the Phoenix/Metro Area you can arrange to pick your tutu up from me rather than paying the $7.95 shipping charge. Simply email me at julie@jujustutus.com or Convo me through Etsy and I'll give you all of the pertinent info!

Yikes!

Yikes is right! I am not being a very good "blogger" these days now am I?

There have been so many fun, fun things happening at Juju's Tutus the past few weeks! Our first official month being on Etsy sure has been a ride of excitement and really busy!

Thank you to all of my newly found customers and all of my dedicated friends who I'm sure have blasted out my shop site to everyone that they know! Seriously, I wouldn't have been able to do what I did last month without all of your help, encouragement and love!

In case you haven't had a chance to check out my cute little shop on Etsy, here's your chance! Go to www.jujustutus.etsy.com and don't forget to add Juju's Tutus as one of your favorites!

Here are just a few little projects I've been working on over the past few weeks. Enjoy!

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~Funky Paisley Tutu~

Made from alternating strips of Shimmering Hot Pink Tulle and Shimmering Peacock Blue Tulle topped with a layer of really cool printed tulle (with hot pink, blue and orange flowers and paisleys), this tutu is a party itself! The elastic waistband is wrapped in hot pink satin ribbon and tied into a beautiful bow.

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~Something Blue Flower Girl Tutu~

Our Something Blue Flower Girl Tutu is made up of one very sweet and delicate layer of Light Blue tulle adorned with beautiful shimmering Ivory floral work that overlays 4 layers of Bridal Quality Ivory tulle. The elastic waistband is wrapped in Ivory Satin ribbon and tied into a beautiful boutique bow. The bow can be worn in the front or in the back of the tutu. It's also easy to customize this tutu by adding silk florals or genuine Swarovski Crystal Rhinestones to it. Just ask!

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~Hot Pink and Black Floral Print Tutu~

The top layer of Black tulle is printed and flocked with hot pink flowers, green leaves and hot pink paisleys. Underneath this unique fabric is 2 layers of soft hot pink tulle.

The elastic waistband is wrapped in hot pink satin ribbon and tied into a beautiful bow that can be worn in the front or the back of the tutu.