Sophie's Choice {spotlight}

While working a trunk show yesterday, I had the pleasure of meeting Tracie Graham of Sophie's Choice. 
{I love meeting talented, entrepranour moms from adorable small towns}.
She had a beautiful spread at the show along with a lovely variety of products that she makes and sells.

I wanted to buy it all.
{literally}
& cannot wait to buy away again soon!

I dipped away in a little of these...

Oh & there is more! 

I fell in love with 

As per Tracie's page, she is 110% correct; 

"Few Kids would turn down the opportunity to assist in the kitchen. The best part of these simple cooking projects is that they actually teach kids educational math concepts through measuring, inspire creativity through designing and in and instill a lifelong interest in cooking -  all while spending quality time together!"

Luckily, I had a birthday party to attend for Avery's best bud.  I had the hardest time deciding b/c they were all so cute.  Here is what I picked: 

"Make your own Apple Dip"

Like I said, how do you choose between all that cuteness?

Visit the Kid's section for more---even adorable holiday sets.

I cannot wait to buy more from Tracie.  

You can order directly through her website or find her products at Ella Minnow Pea in Kingston, TN. 

Are you as hungry as me now? 

XOXO, 

Kate 

8/20.

You know, sometimes I wanna feel like a celebrity.
There are times that the most simple things can make you feel that way.
{like a favorite blogger commenting on something}
    {or being mentioned on a favorite blog}.
It's those little things that keep me going.
inspire me.
motivate me.
{8/20 trunk show information here; I love you Roane County; always have a special place in my heart & soul}

I cannot wait to see you on 8/20 at Ella Minnow Pea
    {one of my FAVORITE stores in East Tennessee}

Carrie is an incredibly talented woman who inspires so many people.
I am honored to be hosting at her store as visitors will be blown away by her custom invitations
& other unique gifts.
{did I mention she is a photographer as well}
told you--pure talent.

I am truly blessed.

XOXO,
Kate

Opening Day Trunk Show!

I am pleased to announce my Opening Day Swanky Baby Vintage Trunk Show!
Mrs. Alicia Bedwell will be hosting on August 17th @ 7 pm.
I would LOVE for you to be the first people in town to SEE our amazing Fall 2011 Collection, 'Brown Sugar & Spice.'
Please email me @ kate.adcock@mac.com for details.
I cannot wait to see you there!

Alicia is a talented, modern Knoxville photographer specializing in children & newborn portraits.
{she makes you and your little one feel comfortable b.c of her awesome personality and being a mommy to 2 beautiful little girls herself}
She will GIVING away a photography session for raffle for ANYONE who attends.
In addition, for anyone who spends $100 or more, she will be giving away a one-hour photo session.
For orders $200 or more, guests will receive a one hour session & rights to photos on disc.
{see her work below}

I look forward to seeing everyone there & even more EXCITED for you all to see our clothing line!

The following photographs are copyright of Bedwell Photography:

XOXO, 

Kate 

Where I come from

I haven't blogged in a while
b/c I am in Pennsylvania.
Yup, where I come from.
Where family comes first
& my memories are the
reason I am a mother.
Where morals are acted upon
& togetherness is more important
than anything else.

In love.

PJ pant headbands

I wanted to make these super long {always tripping on} PJ pants into a capri length. 

did that, 

then used the remaining material for this super cute headband. 

{tutorial coming soon}

not much sewing involved at all.

BEFORE:

                          

AFTER:                                        

                                 

         Similar ideas coming soon. 

{think: 'what would a 3 year old girl ask for'}

XOXO, 

Kate

Linking this up here:

& here: 

the day after...truly thankful.

Yesterday was amazing. 

 Quite honestly, I was a ball of nerves.  I have been able to handle some of the most difficult pressures in my previous line of work, but yesterday was a change. 

a new challenge. 

an unknown. 

I guess I always plan for the worst & hope for the best

 {something my mom has taught me just in case I am not disappointed}. 

my heart is fragile so this outlook works for me. 

for now. 

It's amazing who comes through when there is something important in your life.  

Sometimes its the best of friends 

& sometimes its new friends.  

Sometimes its people that don't even know you 

& sometimes its people who know how to read you like a book. 

Yes-the orders mean the world to me 

{what, I can feed my kids}? 

However, what means even more are the emails, 

texts, 

phone calls, 

Facebook comments, 

just the checking in 

the 'good lucks', 

the 'rock it out girl.'

& 

the 'I am so proud of you.'

THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU 

from the bottom of my swanky little heart. 

In closing, I want to express my gratitude, appreciation, love and excitement 

to my new Swanky Baby Vintage family. 

We were all there for one another yesterday.  

helping one another answer questions, 

referring appropriate people to consultant locations, 

and just giving one another 

a pat-on-the-back 

through the phone or email. 

A special shout-out to my favorite lil consultants from all over; 

Lora and Mandi of Tennessee, 

Kelsey of Utah, 

& April of Georgia. 

& to my Corporate Consultant,
Winter
& our company owner,
Holli.

XOXO, 

Kate

Today*Is*The*Day

Order
HERE 

OR 

call me,

text me, 

email me.

I am here for YOU, my loyal & new customers all day! 

XOXO! ♥

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Jessica said...

Following you and found you on MIS.

**I did this once but my comment is not showing up but my second one regarding MilleMorganMedia is**

July 29, 2011 5:06 AM 

Congratulations Jessica, watch for an email from me :) 

The day before.

favorite four $ frame.

While @ a local thrift store this week, I knew I had to have this frame.  

I mean look @ that detail? 

sigh...

It had no price, but she said she'd find one for me & it'd be @ the check-out 

{huge fear sinks in; what if its $10, I can't do $10} 

Nope, 

$4. 

{gasp} 

I knew exactly what I wanted to do with it.

I am learning that there is nothing you cannot do 

without a lil bit of paint 

{& a lot of love}. 

XOXO, 

Kate

Linking this up here:

& here: 

 
 and update, here:

My summer babies...

I am lucky to have a very talented husband who can capture the beauty of my children
so much
that it makes me cry.
Thank you, Chris.