At last! My online shop, The Paper Princess, has re-opened its cyber doors! Go see! Go see, will ya? I'm SO excited about its relaunch, and I'm eager to hear what you have to say!
Before you go, though, here's a little history: Shortly after Alison was born (in 2000), I started this online business as a means to supplement our income. At that time I was a stay-at-home mom who had taken a break from her career, and in a sense I felt that part of my identity had vanished. I gained the wonderful title of "mama," but I still had an overabundance of restless energy. As a result, I poured my creative energies into my online shop. What started off as a hobby turned into a whole side business (I also sold on eBay as well as at a co-op).
Fast forward two years and Henry was born. By this time life had become quite hectic as I had returned to work and Hank was finishing up graduate school. Life was busy. It was nuts, actually. So I temporarily closed the site to rework bits and give it a fresh new look and feel.
And now folks, here you have the new and improved The Paper Princess! Woo hoo! Life is still crazy, in fact even nuttier. When I return to my real job, I'll return for a mere two days a week so that I can care for babes and to get this business off the ground again. This should be a fun ride, don't you think?
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If any of you savvy, lovely ladies (and gents) out there (with an online shop) would like to do a little link exchange, please shoot me an e-mail! I would love to add you to my links page! And if you're interested in exchanging promo items, again please contact me. This should be fun, no?
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Onto other matters. . . I have FINALLY, FINALLY sent off The Baby Pool Stash to Mariko . Whew! Talk about S-L-0-W motion folks. I'm moving at the rate of molasses in January. You can take a peek at the goodies here in THE POOL STASH ALBUM. Mariko, don't peek! I hope you enjoy your goods! And thank you again to all who participated!
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Oh, and how I could I forget! Dearie no! I couldn't! HAPPY BIRTHDAY, KATHLEEN!
Adorable stuff, Leslie! I don't know HOW you find the time to be so darn crafty on top of your Mommy duties (and everything else)! :) Best of luck with your re-launch!
Posted by: Marilyn | August 02, 2005 at 05:49 AM
Oh my goodness...such amazing things!
It all looks so good I can't decide! I'll be back tomorrow to put in my order. :D
Thanks so much for the birthday wishes, today's going to be a great day I can feel it.
I loved looking through the baby stash goodies, thanks so much for posting those...is she ever going to feel lucky!
p.s. I'll be sure to post a link to the paper princess this week. :)
Posted by: kathleen | August 02, 2005 at 08:12 AM
The shop looks just fabulous!! It's all so beautiful...I'll have to stock up my paypal account and take a visit soon. Can't believe how much you're getting done with THREE....you're giving me hope!
Posted by: amanda | August 02, 2005 at 08:33 AM
Leslie, congrats congrats on relaunching your most fabulous shop yet! So much to drool over. So much to love.
I think you already know I'd love to trade links and promos with you. I'll set to send mine off to you today. Big hugs. You're a rockstar mom-artist.
Posted by: Giao | August 02, 2005 at 08:55 AM
Such wonderful things! I've already picked out what I want (and need) so I'm off to order some and take advantage of your great shipping rates.
Good job!
Posted by: Marie | August 02, 2005 at 10:26 AM
What is your secret?! When I saw the top of your post, all I could think was, "This woman is amazing. Ringmaster to three (including an infant and one who is mastering the toilet), teacher, wife, and businesswoman." Are you one of those people that thrives on lack of sleep?
Posted by: shokufeh | August 02, 2005 at 12:03 PM
So glad your store's back up. Congrats. Everything looks wonderful.
Posted by: Jesser | August 02, 2005 at 01:10 PM
Very cool!
Posted by: Ani | August 02, 2005 at 02:12 PM
Oh I just bought that adorable baubles pouch! If you have any promo items - send some to me so I can include them in my orders!!
Posted by: hope | August 02, 2005 at 02:16 PM
Yay! Going right now to check ya out! :)
Posted by: Joleen | August 02, 2005 at 07:54 PM
Oh Leslie - Congrats on re-opening your shop. I was looking around last night but couldn't concentrate on items I want to buy LOL. I'm going to mail you later to put in a request :o) It's looking wonderful - too much eye candy to handle. You inspire me to work on my shop again.
Oh happy days!
Posted by: Yvonne | August 03, 2005 at 12:41 AM
Leslie, Congrats! I am so happy for you. You are such a creative genius...I can't wait to shop. I would love to exchange links. Best of luck!
Posted by: Jess | August 03, 2005 at 06:13 AM
hank was right, you should be the one wearing a superhero cape! leslie your store is so amazing, i love the birdies!! it all looks wonderful, and thank you so much for the encouragement. i want to be a supermom too!
Posted by: hannah | August 03, 2005 at 07:04 AM
How fabulous that you are restarting your business...got to go check it out!
Posted by: violetismycolor | August 03, 2005 at 12:27 PM
IT CAME TODAY! I can't even believe all the stuff in that box. I can't believe my LUCK. I feel terribly guilty about it! I must tell you how much I love the strawberry bag. Thank you SO MUCH, and now I must go check out your shop.
Posted by: Mariko | August 03, 2005 at 12:32 PM
Congratulations! I'm headed over there right now to check it out! Break a leg, or whatever the appropriate equivalent saying should be...
Posted by: kelly | August 03, 2005 at 07:34 PM
An extra big congrats on all the wonderful news including baby Kate and re-opening the store. :) I'm finally able to catch up on everuone's blogs. Looks like you are going to be extra extra busy these days with those 3 little adorable kiddies of yours!
Posted by: Alexis | August 04, 2005 at 06:42 AM
How do you do it? Three kids, a career, and your own shop? You're superwoman, Leslie. I'm finally catching up on all the blogs I read. Your shop has the cutest things! I can't wait to not be broke on house things so I can go broke in your shop. :)
Posted by: yvett | August 05, 2005 at 08:58 AM
Best wishes!!
Posted by: paperlane | August 05, 2005 at 09:10 AM
I'm feeling a stationery order coming on. :) I love the Blossoms notecards.
Posted by: anne | August 05, 2005 at 03:47 PM
congratulations on the reopen! such a terrific selection of goodies, i'm sitting in a puddle of drool :)
Posted by: susanne | August 05, 2005 at 04:41 PM
Les....I just LOVE those totes! Too cute for words!
As Yvonne said...you have inspired me to get a move on with opening a shop! Maybe a few of us should consider something VIA Crafy Squad....or something....to promote? This is smomething we may want to all chat about IN THE NEAR FUTURE! LOL....good luck!
Posted by: jes | August 07, 2005 at 07:25 AM
love it!!!!! the bird cards are especially yummy with their chocolate brown printing and envelopes...mmmmmmmmmmmmmm!
Posted by: joy madison | August 07, 2005 at 10:33 PM
hi leslie,
congratulations on the re-opening! absolutely love your products! =)
love,
momo
Posted by: momo | August 07, 2005 at 10:58 PM