CPLG: Fab Fashion Blogger

I came cross this gorgeous ensemble today while surfing the net. The blog is FashionZen, and she has some serious style. Who would have known that metallic straps with look so cute with a quilted skirt and tee? The t-shirt adds an edge to the other feminine pieces. This is why CPLG considers FashionZen is a Fab Fashion Blogger!

Starting My Etsy Shop: CPLG

What I've realized so far about selling on Etsy and hand making products:

So, I have been really busy working on my Etsy shop. My products are handmade clutches and small bags. I have a knack for creating things, and I just had to find an outlet. I love fashion, so I figured that I would start out with clutches. It is so much work, but I am having so much fun. I will be blogging about countdowns, follow ups, and Etsy tips soon. Wish me luck!

• You need to have 10 or more items for a successful start
• Read as much of the Etsy User Guides as possible
• Look at the competition
• Complete, research, and take care all of the busy work:
• shipping fees, 
• policies,
• marketing
• Shop around for affordable and good quality supplies before you make or buy anything
• Practice making your products on dummy material before messing up any good materials, if possible.

Expected opening day: Late April

Patterns That I Adore!

Stripes! Yikes! 

I adore stripes. They add edge and chic-ness to any outfit. Some of my favorite pieces that I wear consist of stripes. I've even seen people mix stripes with other patterns such as florals, and it was really cute. I must include stripes in my future pieces.

Cheetah Fierceness 

Every woman, man, boy, girl, dog, should own something with a cheetah print! LOL. Pairing it with red items makes it a class, but it's just as cute worn alone. Of course I have a cheetah print clutch in the making. 

Florals Darling

Floral prints sometimes can look a little grannyish, but add a leather jacket and it's so chic. Summer is on it's way to Chicago, and I am looking for some florals to throw on. It's so feminine and cute, and what girl doesn't want to feel and look like a lady.

Chevron

If you are a frequent Pinterest user, the majority of fashion items consist of chevron. It is such a cute pattern with a little edge.

Well, those are just some of my favorite patterns. Mixing them with other cute patterns it such a great idea also. What are some of your favorite patterns?

Something brewing in the CPnLG Factory!

Fabric, fabric, fabric! Making items for my Etsy shop!

Fabrics!

I thought this was so cute! This is a mapping of fabrics based on it's weight, stiffness, and draping. This is really important because we use different types of fabrics for different reasons. Who would want a paper thin cotton quilt? I have some awareness of fabric types, but I'm no pro. Thanks Coletterie for the map!

Trying to Open Up Shop!

Getting ready to start creating clutches for my Etsy shop! It is so much work. I had a shop before, and I didn't realize how much work it was. This time I plan to be much more prepared. So far, just finding the right fabrics have been pretty difficult. I have been looking online at Fabric.com, and they seem to have some cute ones. I'm going to be patient though, and I'm not going to execute on anything until it feels just right. Hopefully I will be able to open up shop before April! 

Do you all know any cool fabric stores?