Crazy Christmas Competition from Lime Green Bean!

I've bee getting into the Christmas spirit and there is no better way to do that than to have an awesome competition to brighten up someones day...

Here is what you can win!!

You can win:

one bird mobile
one set of felt hairclips
one red heart Christmas decoration
one pink heart Christmas decoration
one red star Christmas decoration
one Gingerbread man Christmas decoration
one custom kids tee (size 0 – 7 years)  With one name and one image.

The image for the custom tee must be chosen from my website: http://www.limegreenbean.co.za/

To enter, click on this link and follow the simple instructions!

http://www.mommalicious.co.za/page/lime-green-bean-competition?xg_source=activity

YAY!

Good Luck!

Take care,
Bean

Special Custom T-shirt Orders - A Unicorn & Rainbow

I just love getting special custom orders for kids tee's because it gives me an opportunity to make something extra special that I know will be really appreciated!

Most of the custom t-shirt orders I get are for birthdays or other special occasions, and the one below is no different - except - it is honestly my favourite, favourite custom t-shirt that I have ever had to make. I just love it to much!

I wanted to share how exactly I go about making these special custom t-shirts, because a great deal of love goes into making them and it certainly doesn't happen overnight!

So.. firstly, I get a special request from someone in an email for a custom t-shirt, and sometimes they even send a photo or image of what they want. This is usually great news for me because it gives me a better idea of what I am going to make. I also ask if there are any specific colours that they want me to use and gently remind them that I am unable to copy an image, but will gladly make my own interpretation of the image for them.

This special custom tee was for a little girl named Hannah, and her mom wanted it for her fourth birthday party, which  was a "Rainbow and Unicorn" theme!.. Of course I was SMITTEN! I love rainbows and unicorns so you can imagine my excitement!

So, the first step is to draw an image of what the tee will look like - like this:

Then I put in the other details

 .. and email it to the client to have a look at and let me know if I am on the right track.

Then I make a "stencil" with the paper drawing and use it to cut out the felt... like so:

I place the felt pieces onto the custom t-shirt and pin them in place. I send another photo of this to the client to confirm they are happy with the colours and so forth before I start sewing - 100% BY HAND :)

After many hours.. ta daaaaa!!!

It's done! I send a sneak preview to the client in another photo and then off if goes into the post, ready to make a little girl very happy!

Isn't little Hannah just the cutest ever! I am so glad that Lime Green Bean could make her day extra special!!

I really love this custom tee - I should have made one for myself!  A BIG thank you to Hannah's mom and to Red Dot Photography for allowing me to use these photos!

Have a happy day and may your days be filled with rainbows and unicorns too!

Bean
xxxx



Special Free Gift at the Blos Mark - All about BEES!

As you all know Lime Green Bean will bee at the Blos Mark on the 23^rd June from 10:00 till 15:00 and the theme of the market is all about bees.

I love honey – a lot.. and bees are such amazing creatures. I have always said I wouldn’t mind being a queen bee if we could come back to earth as something different in a new life!

As the market is all about bees, I have made a limited amount of these really cute little bee magnets that I will give away for FREE with each purchase :)

There are a limited amount available and there will also be some other exciting new goodies for sale at my stall.

I really can't wait!

The Blos Mark is really such a fun day – and the organisers Sielja and Martli are super kind and really go to a great deal of trouble with special treats for the kids with face painting and a pinata – which was so much fun last time!!

There is also going to be a live band: Rudine Geer and special talks and demonstrations about bees on the day.

I do hope you will come and enjoy a lovely relaxing day out and learn more about the exciting life of the humble and selfless honey bee.. looking forward to see you all there!

Take care,
Bean
xxx

Lime Green Bean at the Fat Olive Organic & Craft Market

Lime Green Bean will be at The Fat Olive Organic & Craft Market this Saturday  - the 26th May 2012 from 10:00 – 14:00.

The market is at the Fat Olive Country Restaurant and there will be lots of fresh organic produce and handmade goodies on sale!

The address is:

Plot 92, Homestead Avenue, Lammermoor Conservancy, Elandsdrift

GPS:
S25’ 57.792
E27’ 52.834

This is the first time Lime Green Bean will have its own stall at the market and there will be loads of lovely LGB goodies as always!

Have a look at The Fat Olive Organic & Craft Market's Facebook Page to see some photos of the previous market on the 5th of May 2012 and make sure to like their page you don't miss out on any future markets!

Looks like I will be spending all my money at the market this Saturday.. everything looked so delicious and lovely last time and promises to be the same this weekend.

Just look at this beautiful photo taken at the last market by Jeanette that I spotted on her blog! Lovely - isn't it?




Lime Green Bean Mobile
Photo taken by Jeanette - with thanks!

 
I am really looking forward to the market on Saturday and am so excited to be a part of such a wonderful venture!

Can’t wait to see you all there!

Have a lovely week,
Bean
xx

A lovely Market Day!

Lime Green Bean was delighted (to say the very least) to be at the Blos Mark this past Saturday.

It was amazing – the atmosphere was so relaxed and really reminded me of my many years in Cape Town!

There was so much fun for the kids and they were literally standing in queues to have their faces painted and when I saw how amazing they looked, I kind of wished I could have mine done too!!

There were also balloon animals for all the kids and of course the piñata was an absolute hoot! It took many a man to get that piñata open, but you can just imagine the elation thereafter!

Lime Green Bean stand

I really, really loved being there – the people were so friendly and loved my Lime Green Bean goodies – thank you all for your amazing support!

I just loved my little “shop” for the day – I worked really really hard, but it was SO worth it!

The Onesies were a real hit!

Lots of felt food and handmade clips!

Felt food display.. good enough to eat!

Bean Buddy Brooch kits

The market was perfectly organised and everything was beautifully presented and catered for. The Jazz band was awesome, and everyone brought their blankets and just relaxed under the big trees and had a really relaxing day .. and the food.. oh .. don’t get me started on the food..

I am happy to say that Lime Green Bean will certainly be at the next Blos Mark and I really hope to see you all there!

Take care,
Bean
xxx

To Market! To Market! 2 in 1 Day.. Hooray!!

Lime Green Bean will be at TWO lovely markets this weekend, both on Saturday 5th May 2012!

I will have some goodies at the Journey2Joy stall at The Fat Olive Organic and Craft Market which is at the Fat Olive Restaurant from 9:00am - 13:00pm.

The market is at Plot 92, Lammermoor Conservancy, Elandsdrift Road, Muldersdrift.

GPS co-ordinates: S25′ 57.792, E27′ 52.834.

There will be lots of other handmade goodies and organic goodies for sale! I wish I could go!!

..but...

I will be having my own stall at the BLOS Market this Saturday! The market is at the Blos Cafe and Venue in Lynnwood Road from 10:00am – 15:00pm. 

The address is: Plot 14, Lynnwood Pretoria, South Africa 0081

There will be tons to see and do! They will be having tons of fun and entertainment for the kids with a jumping castle, clowns, face painting and more! So, if you are in the Pretoria, make sure you pop in and give your support!

I have heaps of goodies that will be on sale:

Heart Hairclip Holders
Hair Clips
Felt Food
Mobiles

Bunting

All new Baby Onesies..

And MORE!

I can't wait! See you all there!

Have a great 3-day week!

Bean
xxx

Thank You Too

I have the best clients – I really do.

I am always so grateful and happy when I can make someone else happy too!! I want to share how kind they are with you today.

I think I will be returning to read this post every now and again – whenever I am feeling a bit overwhelmed or just need some encouragement to lift my spirits and make me thankful!

The t-shirts have arrived safe and sound and I love them! They are so cute! Thank you so much, I am sure the boys will love wearing them.
Alles van die beste vorentoe, ek hoop dit gaan baie goed met al jou endeavours.
Marphy

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I am so sorry for my delay in responding – I finally got the shirts and WOW WOW WOW WOW WOW!! They are gorgeous!!!!!
THANK YOU VERY MUCH!!!!!
I will be putting in many more orders!
Kind Regards,
Elaine

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I’ve received my order, its Super Cute !! Thanks a lot xx
Regards
Marilize

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Dankie Inge, ek het die hempies gekry, lyk pragtig!
Geniet jou daggie.
Groete

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The t-shirt is absolutely lovely.
Thank you very much.
Regards
Anika

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THANK YOU!! I have received the little t-shirts and they are gorgeous!!
Kerry

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I have indeed received it, and are very happy.
Thanks!!
Regards,
Heike

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I am very happy
Will definitely order from you again
I also gave your details to my friends since all of them love the shirts
Louise

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Thanx a million for the more than stunning tee's! They are really more than cute!
Please let me know when you have any specials and new products!
Thanx again
Regards
Leandri

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I am THRILLED with the T-shirts….thank you so much for making them and sending them so speedily.
They are beautifully made, beautifully assembled and I will certainly put in another order when the opportunity arises.
Thank you too for the Bean Buddy Brooch, how kind of you.
Good luck, Inge, I hope your business goes from strength to strength.
Kind regards
Libby

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Baie baie dankie> ekt die pakkie gekry en al gegee vir geskenke> almal is vreeslik bly, dit is stunning. lekker naweek
Marlize

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They are beautiful!!!!!!! Thank you!!!
Nadine

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Thank you so so much for the t-shirts. we received them :-) they are so gorgeous beautiful..
Sam

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Thank you. This has been received and they are gorgeous!
Best wishes
Monika

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I have received the shirt and I LOVE it. More orders on their way soon!!!!!!
Happy Christmas  Inge.
Birgit

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Just to let you know that I’ve received the hair clip holders.  They are beautiful!
Sam

Aren’t they the best ever!!? You are all so wonderful! How lucky and I?

Thank you so much for your support and your kind words are truly appreciated!

Until next time!
Bean
xxx

Have you been to Litchi?

Litchi Decor and Lifestyle is the sweetest shop in Groenkloof, Pretoria and the new home of some Lime Green Bean lovelies.

I have supplied them with Hair Clips, Hair Clip Holders, Bean Buddies and Mobiles.

The sell the most beautiful decor, clothing and gift items in their store and also have a lovely little coffee shop on their premises. You can recognise them by the large silver tree in the front of their premises.

Their address is:
279 Queen Wilhelmina Ave
Pretoria
0181

Carlien works at Litchi and she is super friendly and helpful. You can contact her at Litchi: 012 346 2575

If you are ever in the area you really need to pop in to have a look at all their lovely goodies and enjoy a relaxing cup of tea and cake under the lovely cool trees in front of the shop. Find their website here and facebook page here, they are definitely worth visiting.

Happy Friday!
Bean
xxx

Lime Green Bean at Journey2Joy!

Lime Green Bean has been so blessed to have some goodies in sale at Journey2Joy  - a lovely little gift shop in Garstfontein Village in Pretoria!

Journey2Joy in Pretoria

The shop filled with the most beautiful handmade goodies that have been carefully selected by Laura. You can find some Heart Hairclip Holders, lots of Fabulous Felt Hairclips and Bean Buddy Brooch Kits all from Lime Green Bean in her store.

What makes Journey2Joy so special is that they also offer massages, facials, manicures, pedicures and more! Be sure to pop in there, spoil yourself with a relaxing massage or beauty treatment and get some of all the lovely handmade goodies!

The address is:
477 Serene Street
Garstfontein Village
Shop 14
Pretoria

**Update** Journey2Joy has moved to:

510 Serene Street
Garstfontein

:)

Take care,
Bean
xxx

Lots of Lime Green Bean Lovelies

I am so excited about The Handcrafted Christmas Shopping Event taking place today and tomorrow at the most beautiful 4 star guest house, Grendon House in Hurlingham hosted by The Selection.

You can expect to see lots of other gorgeous goodies and these handmade items from Lime Green Bean:

Lots of handmade felt hairclips: Butterflies, ladybugs, hearts, cupcakes and flowers guaranteed to brighten any outfit!

Lovely new handmade felt hairclips

Handmade felt food sets: Tea for two, Scrumptious Sandwich, Brilliant Breakfast and Double Donut Delight perfect for little girls this Christmas!

Handmade felt play food

Handmade Christmas stockings for boys with hand embroidered Christmas trees and lovely hand embroidered angels for little girls. The Christmas stockings are perfectly sized so that Santa does not need to break the bank to fill them but are just right for lots of little treats for little people!

Handmade Christmas Stockings

Of course there will be some Bean Buddy Brooch kits that are so easy peasy to make and come in a variety of characters and colours! Let your creativity run wild!

Bean Buddy Brooch Kits

Last but not least I have these super cute Christmas tree decorations – gingerbread men and hearts to add some handmade cheer to your Christmas tree!

Don’t forget you can get most of these goodies on the Lime Green Bean website, or email me info@limegreenbean.co.za  to order yours!

Have a lovely weekend and see you at the market!

Sew much fun!

Since my last post I have been having a great time sewing up a storm! I wanted to share some of the custon kids tee orders with you..



Custom Kids Tee's

This was quite a big order of 5 custom made hand embroidered kids t-shirts for Christmas!

I think little Jana will look too cute in her new wardrobe!

This order is on its way to Canada! wow!

Custom tee's and Heart Hairclip Holders

I'm busy making some really super cute Christmas stockings and hopefully I will be able to share them very soon! Pre-orders are welcome!