Out with the old and in with the new......

Great news.....

I have decided to make a change, for the better of course.

PETTI SKIRTS are sure a fabulous addition to any wardrobe.

Whether it be for photos, school, a special occasions or just for everyday play, you can always find a way to incorporate them someway, somehow.

Now apparently I am not the only one who realizes this and now you can find the same style of regular petti skirts EVERYWHERE.

So with me being me and not them, I have decided to now start carrying PREMIUM pettis, or as I like to call them SUPER-SKIRTS, and when you see them you will know why.

Now these skirts are ABSOLUTELY AMAZING, layer upon layer of the softest, chiffon around.

The designs are unbelievable and ones you wont see at every click of your mouse. 

They are super light and fluffy and twirly and well I'm sure you the point.

Some styles are already on their way.....wooohooooo, I cant wait.

Now I'm off to figure out what other styles to bring in.

Shy. M.



Its Here, Its Here

MUD PIE IS HERE.......

(and a few other brand names as well)

After much deliberation as to what styles and sizes to bring in, I think I have started to narrow it down......

First items on the list are personalized birthday party hats and outfits and some Halloween and Christmas outfits.

For the time being all orders will remain pre-orders until I can better establish what to keep on stock. 

Due to the wide range of styles and sizes it is difficult to know what to keep on hand....same reason as to why I don't keep hand made items in stock and ready to go. But the good news is shipping is always super fast and I will  NEVER charge you for the cost of shipping of the product to my home. ( I have seen other businesses do this and personally I don't feel its right)

Now please keep in mind that the prices are set out by my wholesaler and not just some #'s I created on the top of my head. 

If your lucky I may through a sale or two in their but you wont know unless you keep your eyes open.

In the mean time, Happy Shopping.

Shy. M.

Deal Of The Day

So I woke up this morning and decided that I am going to start having a Deal of the Day.

Yes...That's right, EVERYDAY.... 

I will post a single item at a

STEAL OF A DEAL price

 of in stock items and it will go until, I am sold out. 

Just think... How could you go wrong with... 

FREE SHIPPING, 50% OFF and 2 for 1 kind of deals

But you gotta keep your eyes open because some items will be of limited quantities and that price will only be for that day.

Have fun stealing.

Shy. M.

Not to shabby if I do say so myself.

As you may have remembered in my previous post I spoke of having my very FIRST review done, well it came out this morning.....Personally there is nothing better then waking up to someone telling you what a fabulously great product you have. (well thats just my opinion)

Shadra from I got mom power did a great job. Not only did she covered all the basis but went on to speak about the things that most would have never noticed. Personally I wouldnt have done a better job myself.

and whats even more fantastic then having a great review of my product is that fact that its also included in a back to school feature.....can we say AWESOME.

What makes this tutu any different then any of the other ones I have made???
The answer to that is absolutely NOTHING. I didnt want to be one of those boutiques who made their reviewed product way better then what they normally make and/or sell, I specifically made it a point to make this tutu as if it wasnt for a review as I believe the review should be of the actual product. Nothing worse then being lead to believe you are buying one thing and then you get another.
I make each and every tutu the same and that is as if I am making it for my own children.

Wanna win a $30 Gift Certificate to spend at Totally Tutu's???

Check out her blog post below for details on how to enter.

http://igotmompower.com/2011/08/totally-tutus-is-totally-awesome/

In the mean time be sure to keep checking my blog and my fanpage for new and exciting products and giveaways.

Shy. M.

How time flies......

Well if its not apparent by now I will point out the obvious... 

I am not the greatest blogger...LOL

I wanted to take a few Min's. not only to update my blog but to also share some of what has been happening and what is to come.

The last few months have been crazy busy and I'm definitely not complaining, I LOVE what I do and even more I LOVE being able to share it with so many. The biggest change of all has been the move to our new house at the end of December, I am no longer located in Edmonton, now I reside in Sherwood Park. This move has offered me a way bigger work room and storage space for all my new (and old) goodies  I have introduced several new items over the last couple months and I will continue to introduce more and more items over the next few. Currently I offer a WIDE range of girly products from clothing to hair accessories, I have also brought it customer appreciation cards, gift certificates and many other fantastic items that is sure to make your experience with Totally Tutus a fabulous one. Also I have been working with many businesses such as Kidzkalender.com and Local Go-To Girl as well has many different Top Online Baby Boutiques. (I will post them on my side bar for you to see where I stand and if your feeling generous then you may/can also vote/review).

I have also had my very first review done on my product that will be featured as part of a back to school special. (more info to come on that). I have had many offers to do reviews but have turned them down. Not sure why, maybe its because I am confident in the quality and craftsmen ship on my products that I guess I didnt see the need to have someone tell me what I already know. (I apologize if that remark is taken the wrong way, I do not intend to come across as cocky) But something stood out when I was approached by Shadra with I got mom Power so I figured what did I have to lose and then of course all the "what ifs" started coming long after I mailed out her package....LOL but that's just human nature.

I am ecstatic to be able to bring Totally Tutus to a whole new level at a pace that suits me just fine. I have never been one to take on too much to soon as I personally feel it ends it failure. I have also been adding many new designs to the drawing board and I cant wait to find a moment or two to be able to work on them. I have worked with and continue to work with several photographers on product shoots and its been a fabulous experience seeing my work through the eyes of others. If you have seen my photos then I dont need to point out that this is not exactly my area of expertise. :o) 

Maybe a photographer class should be in my near future....lol

I have also been working hard at updating my website, being that I did my website myself, with no previous knowledge of web design, I didnt exactly do it right so now I have the tedious task of re-doing it but so far its coming along great. Being a mommy to two girls and running a successful company keeps me busy, there just doesnt seem to be enough hours in the day to do everything that needs to be done but I wouldnt change it for the world.

I have been talking since June about a surprise I am beyond excited to share and I promise it will be shared soon, Im just waiting on the finalization of it but I can promise that you will LOVE it

 as much as I...... (at least I hope so) 

A huge thank you to my many fabulous FaceBook fans, without you I definitely wouldnt be where I am today and it really truely is because of you. 

The fan page has been a huge success and at the time of this posting there is just over  3320 fans (insert OMG here) and it continues to grow each and everyday. What started out as fun has not only remained fun but also turned extremely successful and if I continue to grow at this rate I hope to have my store front with in the next 18-24mths (fingers crossed).

I hope to be able to keep up on my blog that is definitely lacking in post but I promise I will do my best. 

 Thanks

Shy

 

www.LadiesShoppingGuide.com

www.kidzkalendar.com

www.facebook.com/DreamImagePhotographyLtd

www.craveds.com

www.infocusphotographybynicole.webs.com/  

www.isabellesphotography.com

www.janetscottphotography.com

 www.igotmompower.com

(Be sure to look for them on Facebook too)

2000 Fan Giveaway. Game Play and Sponsor Information.

Since I had such a  blast hosting the 1000 fan giveaway, Im going to do it again at 2000.

The rules will remain the same as the last giveaway. Accept a few differences regarding the prevention of comment block. Which is lined out in rule #4.
I will be adding a item to each album and the items will get bigger and better with ever new album that is created.

                                                                           RULES

1. Some items are local areas only or require that shipping be paid by winner. Please read each picture before entering.

2. This promotion is in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by or associated with Facebook. You are providing your information to Totally Tutus and not to Facebook. The information you provide will be used for this contest only.

3. I will have several  photo album titled “2,000 Fan Giveaway" #1, #2, ect..  Each photo contains a link to the sponsor's Facebook page that you will need to "LIKE". 

4. Do not comment on the album photos until you are instructed to do so. On the first night of the giveaway you will be able to answer the questions on album #1 only and that album will remain open for 24 hours then I will announce the winners. The next night I will open album #2 for commenting and that album will remain open for 24 hours then I will announce the winners and so forth. The giveaway will continue up until all the giveaways have been won. 

5. Winners will be picked via random.org. You give me permission to announce your name if you win, on my wall with the prize you won.

6. Each winner will have 48 hours to claim their prizes (via instructions through an email) or the prize will go to someone else.

7.  YES, you can win more than once if random.org picks you again.


8. You have to comment on each item you would like to win to be eligible to win that prize. Again please read each pic. as some items are only available in certain places.


9. You do not have to show each sponsor love or comment on their wall (but your more then welcome too) but it is against Facebook rules to make you do so. But please remember that you need to “like” them to be eligible for their item.

10. Please don't unlike sponsors after the giveaways are over. It’s not nice! If you are interested in winning their prize then I am sure you would be interested in the other items they make and sell!


11. Please agree to these rules below and if you have any question’s ask them here thanks!!

You can agree to the rules on my fan page under the discussion tab.

 

ARE YOU A BUSINESS WANTING TO DONATE???

Its a great way to promote your business and increase your fan base too. You couldnt ask for a simpler way it increase your business.

~Send me a  picture of the item(s) you want to donate to shy@totallytutus.ca or upload them to my fan photos, with a description of your product and  fanpage link/website.

~You can donate anything or any amount that you would like and it doesnt have to be child related.

~Although you are not required to cover the cost of shipping, its highly recommended. Please let me know if your willing to cover this cost and if you have any shipping restrictions.

~You are aloud to take part in the game/contest.

~Feel free to tell the world that you have donated to the 2000 fan giveaway.

If you have any further questions please feel free to contact me.

Thanks so much everyone

 Shy M.

 

WHAT A SUCCESS!!!

All I can say is WOW!!

I have so much I wanna say but don't even know where to start.

(so Ill apologize now for any rambling that may occur)

When I woke up the other morning, I had about 800 fans and I decided

"Hey, I'm gonna do a give away when I hit 1000" and that's where it all began.

3 days of nothing but checking emails, sending emails, posting pictures and information about the 40+ sponsors that wanted to donate, to the Totally Tutus 1000 fan giveaway, and never asked for a thing in return.

All in all we gave away over $2000 away in prizes.

As I got more and more donations from such generous businesses that were just starting out and had very little fans, it made me realize that although I am still small, it wasn't that long ago that I remember struggling to hit just 100 fans and when I hit that mark I thought I was well on my way to the top of the world of tutu making. (boy was I wrong....LOL). 

The smallest amount of help when you are just starting out is a big thing and even though us smaller WAHM's (work at home moms) that run majority if not all of our business through Facebook don't like to admit it but our fans are a big deal to us.

In the end knowing that I helped these smaller businesses get their names and product out there gave me such a wonderful feeling of joy. Knowing that I have helped increase their fan base by even 1, (although I have been informed by most that it has been over 100), it makes all the hard work and dedication I put into this giveaway well worth it.......

So worth it in fact that I plan to do another at 2000 fans, but only bigger and better, and not as much posting on my end....LOL.....and you do have to admit that, that was a lot of posting. So for those that did not partake in the big event I'm sorry for all the spam.

I already have businesses old and new donating to this wonderful giveaway...

but more to come on that as soon as I catch up on all the thank yous and orders and the 1000 emails. OK well not that many more like 67 or so but it sure feels like that many. :o)

Words will never express how thankful I am to everyone that was involved in making this giveaway such a success. Without you it would have been nothing.

Shy M.

All the fabulous business who donated to the Totally Tutus 1000 fan give away. (Yes I am aware that I only provided their FB links)

www.facebook.com/shotinthedarkmysteries

www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Dream-Image-Photography/48192951295

www.facebook.com/FirstBlushPhotography

www.facebook.com/?ref=logo#!/pages/Whimsical-Creations/167411356619016

www.facebook.com/#!/triplelcakes

www.facebook.com/trendistitches

www.facebook.com/Releashed?v=wall

www.facebook.com/shuttercreekphotography

www.facebook.com/BeyondLimitsTradeshow

www.facebook.com/#!/jenniferterryepicureindependentconsultant

www.facebook.com/?sk=messages#!/trendybaby

www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Flourish-Hair-Accessories/162601290447154

www.facebook.com/jessicaraejewelry

www.facebook.com/?sk=messages#!/amurphyplic

www.facebook.com/pages/Hippo-Bottoms/130772230304989

http://www.facebook.com/pages/Mama-Baby-Chickadee/346319112212

www.facebook.com/#!/kreations.for.kids

www.facebook.com/pages/Cute-Covers/199301638358

www.facebook.com/pages/Kid-Chic-Boutique/151600538211576

www.facebook.com/?ref=home#!/pages/Jenna-B-Boutique/131008930277808

www.facebook.com/halden-accessories#!/pages/Halden-Accessories/153588968011403

www.facebook.com/#!/CozyCoversbyRachel

www.facebook.com/#!/sabrinarhodesarbonneindependentconsultant

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Sabrina is a Arbonne Independent Consultant and has donated a Vanilla Amber Sugar Scrub & Vanilla Amber Body Lotion. (mmmmmm Vanilla, I wish I could win this :o)) And as a bonus if the winner is local (Edmonton area) they get a FREE FACIAL. www.facebook.com/#!/sabrinarhodesarbonneindependentconsultant

www.facebook.com/WicklessShoppe

http://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Crowes-Nest/165552176808106?v=wall

www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Alternative-Bling/134854713227412

www.facebook.com/#!/IsaBellesphotography

www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Haute-Bottoms/181983815148457

www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Mac-Projects/126294360765544

www.facebook.com/graffitibeaumont?ref=ts

www.facebook.com/#!/gotsomethingtosay

www.facebook.com/HandmadebyHeather.2010

http://www.facebook.com/pages/Rae-Lee-Unique-Designs/128930233822212

www.facebook.com/pages/SnaPPy-HaPPy-Childrens-Boutique/164948040190268?ref=ts&v=info

www.facebook.com/pages/Twiddlebits/191274230889598

www.facebook.com/pages/Brody-Lovelle/7836111721?ref=ts&v=wall



 www.facebook.com/pages/SnaPPy-HaPPy-Childrens-Boutique/164948040190268?ref=ts&v=info

I am waiting to receive her logo.

1000 fan giveaway

Once I reach 1000 fans, I will be holding a giveaway involving not only products from Totally Tutus but from many other fab. businesses. I will post an album on my page with all the wonderful giveaways.

It will not only be simple but fun, there may be a few tweaks here and there to the outline of the contest as this is my first time hosting something this big but it wont be anything dramatic. 

So what I have so far as to how it will work is....

When I get to the big 1000 I will then notified everyone of the date.

The length of the game will depend on the amount of donations received, which I will be accepting right up until the start of the game.

You must be available to participate on the evening of the game.

I will post a picture of the giveaway of the moment with a question that you will be required to answer. (questions will be decided upon later, and dont worry it wont be anything skill testing so you wont need a calculator...lol)

You will then need to go and "LIKE" the other page that donated.

You are more then welcome to pre-like a page but remember you will have to be present the night of the game.

There will be no time limit as to how fast you have to answer the questions and like the other page, as long as it is done before the end of the contest.

Winner of each giveaway will be chosen by Random.org.

Your number will based on when you replied, (if you were the first then your #1 and so on)

You are aloud to "LIKE" all the pages and answer all the questions to increase your chances of winning but please NO multiple entries (I will be checking).

Once I announce the contest is closed, I will then begin the somewhat time consuming job of picking the winners.

Do to facebooks rules and regulations regarding contests and giveaways I will then need to email the winners first before I post it on the page.

Once I have emailed you, please let me know that you have received my email..... you then have 48 hours to claim your prize. You will be given directions on how to proceed to do so.

 

RULES

Thanks to April from Hippo Bottoms for allowing me to use her rules as I am terrible at this stuff.

1. You must be 18 or older to enter. Some items require that shipping be paid by winner. Please read each picture before entering

2. This promotion is in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by or associated with Facebook. You are providing your information to Totally Tutus and not to Facebook. The information you provide will be used for this contest only.

3. I have posted photos in a photo album titled “1,000 Fan Giveaway". Each photo contains a link to the sponsor's Facebook page that you will need to "like".

4. Winners will be picked via random.org. You give me permission to announce your name if you win, on my wall with the prize you won.

Each winner will have 48 hours to contact me or the business I put you in contact with or I will choose a new winner. 

5. YES, you can win more than once if random.org picks you again.


6. You have to comment on each item you would like to win to be eligible to win that prize


7. You do not have to show each sponsor love or comment on their wall as it is against Facebook rules to make you do so. But please remember that you need to “like” them to be eligible for their item.



8. Please don't unlike sponsors after the giveaways are over. It’s not nice! If you are interested in winning their prize then I am sure you would be interested in the other items they make and sell!


9.Please agree to these rules below and if you have any question’s ask them here thanks!!

You can agree to the rules on my fan page under the discussion tab.

 

ARE YOU A BUSINESS WANTING TO DONATE???

Its a great way to promote your business and increase your fan base too. You couldnt ask for a simpler way it increase your business.

~Send me a  picture of the item(s) you want to donate to shy@totallytutus.ca or upload them to my fan photos, with a description of your product and  fanpage link/website.

~You can donate anything you would like and it doesnt have to be child related.

~Although you are not required to cover the cost of shipping, its highly recommended.

~You are aloud to take part in the game/contest.

~Feel free to tell the world that you have donated to the 1000 fan giveaway.

If you have any further questions please feel free to contact me.

Thanks so much everyone

 Shy M.