When I look back to one year ago, I was one very sad little cookie. I was closing my store after 25 years, and had no idea what the future held for me. I was depressed, and I must say, not very optimistic about what lay ahead. When I thought of what to do next, all I could think was I am already doing what I love to do, so where do I go from here? To say I was lost is an understatement.
Who would have ever thought that my loyal customers would pull me through, keep supporting me, and allow me to continue providing top quality children’s clothing to all who want them? I knew I had the best customers/friends in the world, but the amount of encouragement I have received over the past year of selling solely online has been nothing less than overwhelming! With local drop-off points & easy delivery methods, you have all shown me you are willing to work with me to keep dressing your children like children, not little “hoochy-mommas!” LOL
Along with you, I have become increasingly frustrated by the lack of selection in children’s clothing that is classic, tasteful, and affordable. So, I did a little research, found a company that will work with me, and I can now have 100% control over my own designs & provide my own Connie’s Kids designer label! I cannot tell you how excited I am at this opportunity to be able to incorporate your feedback into new styles for your little ones!
The new “Connie’s Kids” brand will be available starting spring 2015! It will feature smocked outfits, for boys and girls. Starting on a small scale, I will test a few styles to get your feedback. Once I hear your opinions & suggestions, I will continue to increase the line by designing more & more, to suit your tastes!
Want to be a part of the “Designer’s Circle”, seeing all the design possibilities before anyone else, and getting more of a vote in what makes the cut? Just send your email address to connie@connieskids.com, & let me know you want to join in! I encourage you to constantly provide feedback on my Facebook page, which will help direct my future designs. I will be posting a lot more “Thumbs up or Thumbs down” posts on Facebook, to get quick responses. I will also be on the lookout for models for photo shoots at Knox Studios! I hope you are as excited about this new endeavor as I am & will enjoy participating in creating your children’s wardrobes!
I DO still miss my store, and seeing you all on a regular basis, but working in my jammies has been much more fun than I ever imagined! Plus, running my business this way allows me more freedom to see my three grandchildren when ever I want! So, I guess the old saying is true….when one door closes, another always opens! I am ready to jump into this new venture, & I hope you will jump right along with me! Who’s in?
With a heart full of gratitude, Connie
Amazing story….so happy for you!
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Thanks Cola! I’m very excited! Connie
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Good Job Connie! I am going to buy you some new PJ’S love you!
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Sharon…thanks! You’ve obviously seen the ones I’m wearing! LOL Connie
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Connie I love what you are doing. I feel you will go a long way with this. And you said it gives you more time for the grandchildren. I wish you allthe luck. And I still miss working with you.
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Thanks Mary…it will never be the same as having the store & working with you all, but it still is fun! Hope we can get together again soon! Miss you all, Connie
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I am so excited for you! How wonderful to see your “new” dreams come true”. I am looking forward to shopping for little ones someday 🙂
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Thanks Debra! It was definitely time to go in a new direction & it has been a blast! Hope to see you soon! Connie
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