tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18331864448973798932024-02-19T04:36:39.384-08:00Aurora BowsBows, bandannas, bow ties, neck ties, scarves, and bling for dogs and their busy groomers or per lovers. Unique, original designed bows guaranteed to delight.Aurora Bowshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07199637974480927134noreply@blogger.comBlogger36125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1833186444897379893.post-15483196251355985892017-06-03T01:00:00.002-07:002017-06-03T01:00:41.976-07:00New Pictures and Patriotic Bows!!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
Finally some new pictures and patriotic bows in my <a href="http://aurorabows.com/" target="_blank">shop! AuroraBows.com</a></div>
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<br />Lazyteahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17821613321470655358noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1833186444897379893.post-87742956425782319732017-05-27T22:45:00.000-07:002017-05-27T22:45:09.541-07:00Happy Memorial Day!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Summer has officially arrived and soon the 4th of July/Patriotic bows will be in <a href="http://aurorabows.com/" target="_blank">my Etsy shop</a>!</div>
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<br />Lazyteahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17821613321470655358noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1833186444897379893.post-36701735017498985982017-05-24T16:46:00.001-07:002017-05-24T16:47:17.851-07:00Sorting the new bows<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Maybelle is sorting new dog bows soon to be all dressed and paired and ready to go into the assortments in the <a href="http://aurorabows.com/" target="_blank">Etsy shop Aurorabows.com </a></div>
<br />Lazyteahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17821613321470655358noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1833186444897379893.post-54195537668682913192017-01-13T11:55:00.001-08:002017-01-13T11:58:50.201-08:00Spring is comng...at least at Aurora Dog Bows<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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It's -20 below outside but the Aurora Bows new studio is filled with spring dog bows. Yup - it's time to order those Valentine's, Easter, and Spring pastel bows for your grooming shop or favorite pooch. </div>
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I love my new studio on the shores of Lake Mille Lacs in Northern Minnesota. I have room to spread out and organize. Shipping is so much easier with a dedicated shipping station. I've been building inventory everyday and hope to update my etsy photos very soon.</div>
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Also, I'm working on a "keep fill" subscription option so you will be able to have a standing order and receive your bows on a scheduled basis without having to worry about reordering on time. Of course, this will come with a subscriber discount and maybe a few other benefits.</div>
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Certainly, it will guarantee that subscribers get the top pick of all the new bow styles I come up with. </div>
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This time of year the All Pink dog bows sell very well. </div>
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Nearly all of my bows are now non directional (with the exception of hearts and a few traditional ties that are by request). They go on quick and easy when your hands are tired from brushing, scissoring, and clipping</div>
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Lazyteahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17821613321470655358noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1833186444897379893.post-10833385681664246352014-03-10T17:47:00.000-07:002014-03-10T17:47:04.150-07:00Custom Order for Mary Jo in Winterhaven FL<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Overview of order without silk flowers or collar bows</div>
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2 sets of these bright silk flower collar bows</div>
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20 pairs small dog assortment</div>
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20 pair patriotic bows - 25 pair team (notre dame, FL gators, FSU) bows</div>
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10 pair assorted bows</div>
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20 pair primary & pastel fairy bows (this photo includes some of the team pairs)</div>
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Lazyteahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17821613321470655358noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1833186444897379893.post-15574779457178891782012-06-08T04:35:00.001-07:002012-06-08T04:35:15.241-07:00Fake Service Dogs?Seems some people are griping about "fake service dogs." They may or may not have a service dog of their own; but, they get emotional and sometimes downright angry when they see someone they think is not disabled with a service dog on a plane or in a restaurant. I question if there really is such a thing as a "fake" service dog.<br />
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A friend of mine just returned from a trip to visit her grandchildren in Virginia Beach, Virginia. She was telling me that the public places were much more dog friendly there than here in Alaska. That's understandable. A little web surfing leads me to believe that more places in the US are more like Alaska than Virginia Beach. So, maybe there are a few people finding a way to bring their dogs along where they go. As long as the dogs and people are well behaved and courteous what is the problem?<br />
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Seriously. Here is the official US wording:<br />
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<span style="background-color: white; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 19.09090805053711px;">The Americans with Disabilities Act ( ADA) has a three-part definition of</span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 19.09090805053711px;"> </span><i style="font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 19.09090805053711px;">disability</i><span style="background-color: white; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 19.09090805053711px;">. Under ADA, an individual with a disability is a person who: (1) has a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities; OR (2) has a record of such an impairment; OR (3) is regarded as having such an impairment. </span>A <i>physical impairment</i> is defined by ADA as "any physiological disorder or condition, cosmetic disfigurement, or anatomical loss affecting one or more of the following body systems: neurological, musculoskeletal, special sense organs, respiratory (including speech organs), cardiovascular, reproductive, digestive, genitourinary, hemic and lymphatic, skin, and endocrine."</blockquote>
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Neither ADA nor the regulations that implement it list all the diseases or conditions that are covered, because it would be impossible to provide a comprehensive list, given the variety of possible impairments.</blockquote>
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That's exactly right. You cannot tell if a person is disabled by looking at them.<br />
So, is their dog really a service dog? Let's see what is a service dog?<br />
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<strong>Service animals are defined as dogs that are individually trained to do work or perform tasks for people with disabilities.</strong> Examples of such work or tasks include guiding people who are blind, alerting people who are deaf, pulling a wheelchair, alerting and protecting a person who is having a seizure, reminding a person with mental illness to take prescribed medications, calming a person with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) during an anxiety attack, or performing other duties. Service animals are working animals, not pets. The work or task a dog has been trained to provide must be directly related to the person’s disability. Dogs whose sole function is to provide comfort or emotional support do not qualify as service animals under the ADA.<br />This definition does not affect or limit the broader definition of “assistance animal” under the Fair Housing Act or the broader definition of “service animal” under the Air Carrier Access Act.<br /><span style="background-color: white; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; line-height: 1.5em; text-align: left;">Some State and local laws also define service animal more broadly than the ADA does. Information about such laws can be obtained from the State attorney general’s office.</span> </blockquote>
Courtesy of <a href="http://www.ada.gov/service_animals_2010.htm">http://www.ada.gov/service_animals_2010.htm</a><br />
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So, there is no real way to tell if the dog is "fake" why not ask? Well, be careful there too. Here is the law:<br />
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And, not ever service dog is perfectly behaved in every situation. While they are not human they have bad days. They have ultra sensitive sense of smell and hearing. Sometimes, their experience is very different from our perception. Some dogs do not regularly travel in public. My dog, for example, performs most of his service while I sleep. To make it possible for me to safely travel away from home he needs to accompany me on public transit, in restaurants, and shopping though it is not his normal routine when we are at home. He is very good at this though may appear somewhat uncomfortable with it. I'm sure he is. And, he is made further uncomfortable by people who question why he is present or how they can take their dog along too. He is is very real and very necessary. He has saved my life on several occasions. He is not FAKE.<br />
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I will tell you it is a lot of work to have your service dog with you. People do ask for you to explain or to interact with your working dog. You have to be mindful of the dogs' needs as well as remind all service providers that there is a law protecting the right to be accompanied by a service dog. If there is someone "faking" it then they are certainly not taking an easy out just to have their dog with them. I'm usually happy to answer questions and educate. But, it is draining. Some people have disabilities that make this communication next to impossible. I think the public just wants to know more and most likely wishes we had a more dog tolerant culture and society. But, rarely have I experienced anyone evaluating my right to have a service dog or my need for one. I try to use levity when I can and only on a few occasions have I had to be firm with someone. I simply explained that without my dog I could have a seizure on the spot. Which would be less objectionable: A person having a seizure in their place of business or a dog quietly laying at my feet under the table?<br />
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To be honest, I've taken more criticism for my owner trained service dog from other service dog owners than I have from anyone else. Yes. It is quite legal to train your own dog. In fact the law says that a service dog in training receives the same consideration as a service dog even when handled by a non-disabled person during it's training. Is a dog in training "fake"?<br />
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I guess I still don't understand why the uproar over "fake" service dogs. Maybe your comments will educate me.<br />
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It is is not a privilege to have a service dog. It is a right. It is a responsibility. It is not in jeopardy. I'm sure there are those out there trying to raise fear in the ranks of the disabled by telling them otherwise. It simply isn't true. So calm down everyone and enjoy your dogs. Let's start lobbying for a more dog friendly public while we're at it.<br />
-- sorry I'm too tired to add pictures right now - I'll find some in a few days and pretty up this post. Just needed to get it off my mind and out in the blogosphere.<br />Lazyteahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17821613321470655358noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1833186444897379893.post-82866949457778470162012-06-04T15:31:00.001-07:002012-06-04T15:31:52.022-07:00I Don't Understand Dog Shows"I don't understand dog shows," remarks a friend. I just finished up a 3 day weekend showing my Shetland Sheepdog in our local specialties. I thought hard about her comment all weekend. I used to laugh it off and reply, "Me either." Or avoid the question entirely; but, this particular friend has a standard poodle who is her service dog and it bothered me.<br />
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On the surface dog shows seems to be a beauty pageant where we fluff and preen, chalk, and groom until our arms ache. Then, we run around in circles and expose ourselves to the criticism of judges, fellow exhibitors, and breeders. On some levels it is a dysfunctional social event. But, we are showing dogs bred to a standard. The dog in the ring must meet a specific standard just to be exhibited. The judge chooses the dog that in their opinion most closely meets that standard and "showed" well that day.<br />
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Why is that important? Because to breed to that standard means we are trying to breed healthy, sound dogs that can do the work the breed is designed to do. Yes, genetics and science factors heavily; but, breeding is an art. No one can never exactly predict what a breeding will produce. Thus, not every puppy is "show quality." That is the goal. The basic health and temperament of the puppies is more predictable making for a versatile dog with longevity. <br />
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My friend's service dog poodle may not be show quality but it comes from a reputable breeder who is breeding to standard. The breeder was able to choose a puppy for her with the aptitude to learn, the structure and health to live a good long, healthy life, and the temperament to withstand the rigors of a service dog's daily life.<br />
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Does that mean that getting a rescue dog is a bad thing? No, not at all; but you really don't know what you're getting. You stand a greater chance of your dog being lame, going blind, having cancer, or having other health problems are a younger age. Perhaps even dying young. No, that's not true for every mixed breed and sometimes we get lucky. But, showing our dogs is important beyond the sport and social aspect. When we show dogs we put a great amount of our time, money, effort, passion, and faith in a single dog or line. Quality is at the heart of it all.<br />
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So, when the chalk dust clears and the ribbons are all handed out, photos taken and grooming equipment stowed until the next show, I take my dogs out to the mountains and we go for a celebratory hike. They sleep on my bed and under my desk. What's wrong with showing dogs?<br />
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<a href="http://www.artfire.com/modules.php?name=gift_hub">Handmade Gifts</a></div>Lazyteahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17821613321470655358noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1833186444897379893.post-79703689195941730822012-02-14T16:32:00.000-08:002012-02-14T16:32:01.855-08:00Another Little Sweetie<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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Remember - send me a photo of your dog wearing an Aurora Bow and receive a discount on your next order from either of my shops.<div>
Email <a href="mailto:Bling@AuroraBows.com">Bling@AuroraBows.com</a><br /><br /></div>Lazyteahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17821613321470655358noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1833186444897379893.post-49576848758915379972012-02-14T16:28:00.000-08:002012-02-14T16:28:48.407-08:00Happy Valentine's DayWhat a great Valentine's Day treat was in store for me today! Anne Pelnar sent me pictures of her dogs wearing Aurora Bows! Thank you so much Anne!<br />
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<br />Lazyteahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17821613321470655358noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1833186444897379893.post-45551399532520690172012-01-29T19:02:00.000-08:002012-01-29T19:02:28.291-08:00All Alaska: Monthly Giveaway<a href="http://allalaska.blogspot.com/p/monthly-giveaway.html?spref=bl">All Alaska: Monthly Giveaway</a>: FREE February Giveaway! Ptarmigan Foot Charm This charm is infused with the spirit of the ptarmigan. Ptarmigan are the Alaskan state ...Lazyteahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17821613321470655358noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1833186444897379893.post-26160648133826913722012-01-29T19:00:00.000-08:002012-01-29T19:00:21.515-08:00All Alaska: Aurora Bows<div>Whoo hoo! Aurora Bows is Featured on All Alaska!</div><div><br /></div><a href="http://allalaska.blogspot.com/2012/01/aurora-bows.html?spref=bl">All Alaska: Aurora Bows</a>: Dog lovers unite! Take the love Paris Hilton has for her dog, the fashion sense of an adorable botique, and wa-la you get Aurora Bows...Lazyteahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17821613321470655358noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1833186444897379893.post-36610417968033145032012-01-18T01:15:00.000-08:002012-01-18T01:15:44.347-08:00<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: left; margin-right: 1em; text-align: left;"><tbody>
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Score! An unplanned visit to Walmart landed me with several 5 yard rolls of the prettiest double satin, variegated organza, and fabric print ribbon for $1 each. That means lots of new cute spring bows. By shopping sales and ribbon wholesale remnants I'm able to make my bows at low cost with the best of materials. I just love the "hunt" for bargains. Christmas sales landed me some beautiful shiny beads. Lazyteahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17821613321470655358noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1833186444897379893.post-19307690499217129722012-01-18T01:10:00.000-08:002012-01-18T01:10:30.370-08:00Listia<br />
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I've got little hearts and shamrocks stuck to my clothes and in my hair. Having a great time getting all the holiday bows ready. Just about to begin on Easter. It is great fun to be working with the spring colors in the dead of a very cold and snowy Alaskan winter.Lazyteahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17821613321470655358noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1833186444897379893.post-29918491978032278342012-01-17T02:49:00.000-08:002012-01-18T01:10:44.367-08:00Listia<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: left; margin-right: 1em; text-align: left;"><tbody>
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I've been playing about a bit with Listia. They send out an email invitation and it looked intriguing. It is a money free auction type site. They give you some "points" to begin. I listed some bows that were quite popular with the bidders. I decided to try<a href="http://www.listia.com/auction/3464213-dog-bows-10-pink-singles" target="_blank"> listing a few more.</a> I'm not sure I like everything about it yet; but, it might be a way to gain a little visibility on the web. And, a way to get my bows on more puppies. That's what it is really all about afterall.<br />
I've got little hearts and shamrocks stuck to my clothes and in my hair. Having a great time getting all the holiday bows ready. Just about to begin on Easter. It is great fun to be working with the spring colors in the dead of a very cold and snowy Alaskan winter.Lazyteahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17821613321470655358noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1833186444897379893.post-6781727798874302852012-01-14T18:14:00.000-08:002012-01-14T18:14:10.540-08:00Pondering how to list bows<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjmCWtU-qoPRaltr8Ty7KZKWJIslXP1eRrHEcaBoVHinkF4_o_8ckxWMYcNbHYeRC-OS5BokUzjEW_bH9Wh4uObibVhg6HGSRgDzQmcyE_K9zFn0hNXAF-KmpUQCxR4bGX7We5LWgT6qYk/s1600/100_6540.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="280" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjmCWtU-qoPRaltr8Ty7KZKWJIslXP1eRrHEcaBoVHinkF4_o_8ckxWMYcNbHYeRC-OS5BokUzjEW_bH9Wh4uObibVhg6HGSRgDzQmcyE_K9zFn0hNXAF-KmpUQCxR4bGX7We5LWgT6qYk/s320/100_6540.JPG" width="320" /></a>I have tens of thousands of bows. Anything you can imagine. Nothing would make me happier than seeing them be shipped out so I can make more. I have tiny puppy bows and larger mane or collar bows. I have korkers and round bows. I have plain, inexpensive, acetate ear bows and tons more acetate ribbon someone gave me. (I never use acetate for my regular bows; but some groomers really need to cut expenses. I've got holiday bows and patriotic bows. I've got sports themed bows and more pink and red bows in all different kinds of ribbon & bling. I realize that looking at what is in my <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/Lazytea" target="_blank">Etsy </a>or <a href="http://aurorabows.com/" target="_blank">Artfire </a>shops no one would even have a clue how many bows I have. I really enjoy making them and shipping them out; but I get bogged down with the picture taking and posting to the shop. I need inspiration. I need an idea. I need magic. What would be the best way for me to list these bows for you? Please, I need to know who is interested in what and how they'd like to shop. Comment below or email me at <a href="mailto:Bling@AuroraBows.com">Bling@AuroraBows.com</a>Lazyteahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17821613321470655358noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1833186444897379893.post-85588928120989111552011-03-30T16:08:00.000-07:002011-03-30T16:10:38.516-07:00My only sunshine treasuryhttp://www.etsy.com/treasury/4d93ab0fd16d6d919f8a91cf/my-only-sunshine<br /><br /><img src="http://ny-image2.etsy.com/il_570xN.228601822.jpg" align="left" width="350" />Our pretty yellow silk flower collar bow was included in this cheery treasury on etsy!Lazyteahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17821613321470655358noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1833186444897379893.post-63096581530474663602011-03-27T20:08:00.000-07:002011-03-27T20:08:30.094-07:00Ideas For Your Pets Easter Baskets by WeeMef on Etsy<img src="http://ny-image2.etsy.com/il_170x135.228631534.jpg"><br />Aurora Bows Easter Neckties are included in this brilliant collection of things for your pet's Easter Basket! Thank you WeeMet on etsy.Lazyteahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17821613321470655358noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1833186444897379893.post-53283082390084318792011-03-20T15:30:00.000-07:002011-03-20T15:30:24.118-07:00AuroraBows Artisan Studio ArtFire Buy & Sell Handmade<a href="http://www.artfire.com/users/aurorabows">AuroraBows Artisan Studio ArtFire Buy & Sell Handmade</a><br /><br />I love this platform! Great fun and imported my etsy shop in just a few clicks. Get your shop ready for spring and Easter now!Aurora Bowshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07199637974480927134noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1833186444897379893.post-41744973958527002702011-03-19T04:17:00.000-07:002011-03-19T04:17:36.350-07:00Dog Pet Bows for Japan Japan Earthquake Animal Rescue by Lazytea<img src="http://ny-image3.etsy.com/il_570xN.228315351.jpg" align="left" width="350" /><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/70318562/dog-pet-bows-for-japan-japan-earthquake">Dog Pet Bows for Japan Japan Earthquake Animal Rescue by Lazytea</a>Lazyteahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17821613321470655358noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1833186444897379893.post-48998666779155920702011-03-10T03:23:00.000-08:002011-03-10T03:25:25.827-08:00Aurora Bows New Flickr Gallery<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/aurorabows/sets/72157626236174798/">Check out our new photo gallery on Flickr!</a><br />
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</div><div>Check out our bows - This will give you a better idea of the variety available from Aurora Bows. There's much more I just haven't hda a chance to photograph and post everything yet.</div><div>Stay Tuned!</div>Aurora Bowshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07199637974480927134noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1833186444897379893.post-193851183979678642011-03-08T21:45:00.000-08:002011-03-08T21:45:49.770-08:00Ready for the Wearin' o' the Green?<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a align="left" href="http://ny-image2.etsy.com/il_570xN.225471610.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://ny-image2.etsy.com/il_570xN.225471610.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>St. Patrick's Day will be here soon. Spring is coming. Green is the color of March. I just added these minty green puff bows to<a href="http://etsy.com/shop/lazytea"> the shop</a> today. <br />
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<a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/69638411/pet-dog-groomer-bow-mint-green-organza">http://www.etsy.com/listing/69638411/pet-dog-groomer-bow-mint-green-organza</a>Aurora Bowshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07199637974480927134noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1833186444897379893.post-20876098986962500612011-02-28T03:03:00.000-08:002011-02-28T03:03:18.587-08:00New graphicsThe time has come for me to face the music. I've been sitting the fence on my branding for several years. I have made scads of logos and designs for other businesses. Somehow doing my own is deal last priority. I need to order business cards again soon. And, it's high time I face up to this. So, for the past few weeks I've spent countless hours in Photoshop. I let each design or idea steep for a day or so then I toss it out. <br />
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Until today. It finally came together. I am inspired by<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/ErinBradleyDesigns"> Erin Bradley Designs</a> though I know with my tiny profit margin, I cannot afford to spend on something I should do for myself. It's hard to see my work eve being good enough with Erin's style being near perfect. See what I've done?<br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I also spent several hours heat sealing ends on a huge batch of inspiring Easter and Spring colored ribbon. I can hardly wait to make it into bows. Of course, now I'm even further behind getting items into my shop. So, if you need something, <a href="mailto:Bling@Aurorabows.com">please ask </a> I have thousands of bows ready to go and even more ribbon ready to be made into bows. What is in the shop is the very tiniest tip of a huge iceberg. Hopefully, I'll get some new items in the shop tomorrow.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div>Aurora Bowshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07199637974480927134noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1833186444897379893.post-59093469308156660232011-02-23T00:56:00.000-08:002011-02-23T01:19:02.840-08:00Busy, Busy, BusyWith all apologies to the busy beaver in Winnie the Pooh - I've been busy. I so enjoy putting together the bow orders and getting the boxes ready to ship. I do NOT enjoy going to the post office and standing in the long line. About a month ago, I shipped several boxes using the online shipping feature from USPS. One box somehow did not make it into the hands of it's intended recipient. The Tracking & Confirmation said that it was indeed delivered; but the customer said she didn't get it. After waiting quite some time we were both convinced the box wasn't going to be there. I felt terrible. USPS offered little help. So, now, I'm going the extra mile to ensure that customers know I've actually shipped the box, how it is going to arrive, and I'm doing the whole SCAN sheet thing. <br /><br />Today, I was delighted to find that I can still use the online shipping at USPS and simply take my parcels and SCAN sheet to a nearby parcel center where there is never a line and I don't have to go downtown. I zip in with the parcels and am out in less than 2 minutes. YAY!<br /><br />Made note that I'm running low on St. Pat's bows again. Apparently, we're all gearing up for the annual wearin' o' the green. I've ordered more ribbon; but, I can probably only fill a few more Etsy orders. I've found some awesome grab bags of ribbon from Etsy suppliers. And, I've made up a beautiful array of pastel, springtime colored bows. Now, I just need to get some pics and get them in the shop.<br /><br />Which brings me to another problem. I've been replacing my inferior pictures on Etsy. I was satisfied with the first few items; but, over the last few days the thumbnails are not being properly processed by the Etsy server so they look horrible. The actual image looks wonderful even when enlarged; but the crunched pics are not so good. It's more than a little discouraging since I've struggled with the photography end of this. Other sellers in the Alaskan Team have echoed my woes with proper lighting during the wintertime in Alaska. I thought I finally had a solution and now this. I'm hoping it will go away the way it came - be gone bugs!<br /><br />I'm slowly getting in the groove. I still have my local groomers to keep supplied. And, sales through the Etsy shop are as I expected. I'm so happy to have been able to help out a Cocker rescue group in Wisconsin with some of the "shelter bows." Economy shop bows are a big hit. Unfortunately, I always feel like I'm sending out bare little babies - an unfinished product. I know not everyone wants or can afford bling; but, it makes a world of difference. I will contemplate not having that option in the future. Once I gather materials, cut the ribbon, heat seal the ends, tie the bow, sort, and put them on a straw; it really isn't that much more effort or materials to add the bling. No, I don't like using the adhesives; but, it adds so much to the bows that it's worth the minor annoyance. It's great fun to choose what bling for which ribbon. Often the bows turn out much better than I expected because I found just the right bling. <br /><br />Another business consideration I need to make soon is how to brand this shop. At some point I really want to have some of my other handmade items in the shop. Running two shops has been too difficult for me. I get easily confused. Need to keep it simple. I'm tempted to buy a pre-made package; but, I've made logos for other businesses in the past. Why not make my own? Because I can't make up my mind? That's probably the rub. I feel the answer is near. Stay tuned! <br /><br />Once the branding issue is resolved, I'll focus on sales and other marketing efforts for Aurora Bows.Lazyteahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17821613321470655358noreply@blogger.com0