Blogging...

Blogging.

Something I very much enjoy.

Something I am very terrible at making the time to do.

Anyway, so much is going on and my mind is racing so I don't know where to start. I am shutting down my business for a little little while to re group. I am burn out, stressed and ready to make some changes to all things in my life. i am taking this time to start from scratch and doing things my way and the way I went things to go from this point on. Taking control.

Things that are happening are:
~scraping the look and feel of my old stuff.
~creating a new line and a strong brand.
~getting Cupcake est.1981 out there and known.
~booking parties like crazy.
~Doing more events
~Model shoot to re vamp my look

So, many things that will just have to be a surprise for all you faithful Cupcake Lovers. Anyway, I am on a roll and need to get back to things so I going to make this blog a short one. Before I go though...If you live in the Kansas area you can still check out some of my super cute stuff at Shop Baby Kisses in the Great Mall. They have some really cool stuff for moms and you little ones. Check it out!! Well, my sweets...Till next time. Rock out with your smile out.Oxo.

My business

So, yesterday was my big show I was super excited about, had worked so hard and really, really wanted to be a good show again....Well, after two long hours in the blazing heat it got rained out!!! And by rained out I don't mean it was one of those nice summer rains where everyone giggled and said' "Oh,shucks it is raining".The sky blackened and tents started flying into other tents..people's merchandise flying across the street...stuff getting trashed..it was an effin nightmare. Luckily Nick was there (and I really mean Thank God because I would have been screwed if it wasn't there) we got everything packed and in the car before the rain came pouring down. My second show that got rained out!!
Believe it or not I walked away with no damage and only my ego a bit bruised. What bothered me the most was not losing the cost of the show but how many other booths there was with basically the same stuff as me. It sucked. It is reality. There is always going to be someone else with the same product,the same idea, whatever..Ten other booths though?! I love what i do and the things that i make but like every designer there is a time when you need to move on and do something new and fresh. This is my time. I am in a different place in my life than when Cupcake Est.1981 started over a year ago. Emotionally, Mentally, etc. I started out this business because I liked all the bows, the glitter and the glam and couldn't afford it...but I could for sure make it. So I started making Me & breonna cute bows out of a shoe box. We always joke this all started out with a shoe box and six bows.
I am renewing a lot of things in my life right now and with my business. So things are a changing people. I am building a strong brand and amazing new line of stuff.It will still be for all ages but will be more my style and what I am into right now. I will be closing my business for the next month to be working on Everything. So get ready people because when I am done I think you will all be in love. At least I hope so. Thanks to all my Cupcake Fans, my family and friends for your love and support. Thank you to Breonna for being the best little model and inspiration. Thank Jordan for keeping me entertained with your many storied while I work and to Puffin for all your help. I heart you all.

Meet Mandy!!

Hello again my Lovelies,
I would like to introduce to you an welcome the newest member of the Cupcake Est.1981 family...Drum roll please... Amanda "Mandy" Wallace. Since I am far, far away in a land called Kansas now; I needed someone amazing to head up the St.Louis area and Wa-LA!!!...meet the new District Manager for the St.Louis and surrounding areas. I know you all will adore her as much as I do!! I asked Mandy to say a words and say howdy..So take it away Mandy...


Hi, my name is Mandy and I am from Saint Louis, MO. I started with this company to help my friend Trish start her business. I am going to continue with the company because I believe in her and her products. I am married and a mother of two beautiful girls, Madison & Sophia, who LOVE to look pretty! But who doesn’t, right? When I am not working with this company, I am a Full -time Preschool teacher .
I love this company because the products are AMAZING! Let’s face it, quality products are hard to find and when you can get them at a great price it is a double win!

Remember all, the Grand Re-Opening is fast approaching and we are so excited to share all the new and exciting things we have been working on. Make sure if you haven't already become a fan of our Facebook page to do so to be entered in a drawing to win a $20.00 Git Certificate!!!! Okay, dolls it is 4 something in the morning and I am so tired...and need to hit the sheets because I have many, many things to do before I leave St.Louis. Goodnight/Goodmorning to you all and Remember to Rock out with your Smile out!!

X's and O's,
Trish

Grand Re Opening of the Website!!

The Grand Re-Opening of Cupcake Est.1981 is soon approaching and we couldn't be more excited!! I just wanted to post a quick blog letting everyone know this is an online event. We having been working hard to re vamp all of our merchandise and have a whole new look to our online store. So, the weekend of our Re Grand Opening we would like you to just stop by and check out our website and maybe you will find something for yourself or a super cute gift for someone at an affordable price. If you have time become a fan of our Facebook page and be automatically entered in a drawing to win a $20.00 gift card to Cupcake Est.1981!!

We carry:

Tutu's

Tutu Bow Holders

Adult Jewelry

Boutique style bows

Bottle Cap Bows

Fancy Flip Flops for kids

Hats and Headbands

Sparkle Flower Clips

and much more...

Remember April 30th is the Grand Re-Opening of the website and we would love if you could check it out and show some support!!

www.cupcake1981.com

Rock out with your smile out,

Trish

Christmas Eve and Toothaches..

Hello Lovelies,

It is 12:42 and it officially Christmas Eve!!! It is raining and no sign of white Christmas yet but I am hopeful. The kids are getting new winter wear this year so I would love to see them build snowman in the backyard like my brothers and I did as kids. Fingers Crossed!!

So, to the toothache part of the blog. Well my fellow cupcake lovers...Let me start by saying that I have periodontal disease which is a disease that attacks the gum and bone and around the teeth that is very common for diabetics. About a year ago I chipped my tooth...through out the year it kept breaking and breaking till their is a bitty piece left. Well, Saturday night it started to hurt but nothing that I wasn't used too. Sunday it started to REALLY hurt and by Sunday night I told Puffin I couldn't handle it anymore..something was wrong. After Mr. H left and his lovely Girlfriend Miss E (whom I adore more and more) left...My Puffin told me to get in the car because we were going to the hospital. The Trip to the E.R went quick and ended with the Doc telling me that I have an abscess and it is very infected. I got a script for antibiotics, pain killers and anti nausea medicine because the infection was making me sick to my stomach. Monday I woke up and my face was swollen, so I slept alot..Tuesday I woke up and the left side of my face was HUGE. My lip was 3 times the normal size and I looked simply pitiful and AWFUL. I slept a bunch more yesterday and into today. The swelling has gone down but now my muscles in my face are sore and super tight making it hard to eat, drink, talk, etc. My neck is bruised and sensitive to the touch which is a bummer because you never really now how many muscles in your body you use just to do the little things until all those muscles hurt.

I am hoping all the medications, sleep and Puffin TLC keep working and I wake up Christmas morning magically BETTER!! A girl can hope right? At least better soon so I can get the tooth pulled. I am remaining positive, a little loopy from the Christmas spirit or the pain meds...lol..either way JOY is a natural healer. The kiddos are going to have the best Christmas EVER this year. God, has really given our family many blessings and I am so very grateful for every one of them!!

Well, my beauties.......YYyyyAAAAAaaaaWWWwwwWnnnnn....I am getting very sleepy so off to bed for this Cupcake Addict. I will write soon but before I forget I must say between drooling on myself, sleeping and more sleeping...I did see all my wonderful "Happy Birthdays" on Facebook and texts Tuesday!! Even though I couldn't smile on the outside it sure did make me smile on the inside. Thank You, Thank You!! Now, I must go to bed. Happy Holidays to YOU and ALL your Loved Ones!! Always Remember to "Rock out with Your Smile Out"

X's and O's,

Trish

Balloons, Glitter and Glam..Oh, MY!!

Balloons, Glitter and Glam..Oh, MY!!

So here at Cupcake Headquarters I have been brainstorming different ideas for business. Well, few weeks ago I went to a jewelry party and had a really great time. Then I got to thinking...I love parties! All these other companies do it...Why can't I throw a Cupcake Est.1981 Party? So, I got busy, put things in to action and WA-LA!! All you Cupcake Lovers out there can now host a Cupcake Est.1981! YAY!! Now, my Lovelies I will tell you how....

"There ain't no party like a Cupcake Party!!"

Do you like Hosting parties?? Do you like Presents?? Well, then you have clicked on the right page!! You can now Host a Cupcake Est.1981 party and receive a FREE Gift for doing so.

Sound Yummy?! I know right! There are two different options for Hosting a Cupcake Est.1981 Party.

Option 1: Have a Home Party!!

As a Cupcake Hostess the first you will need to do is decide on a date and time. Next come come up with guest list. Invite your friends, neighbors, family, co-workers, etc. To make it easy I will send out the invites for you..Either E-vites or super cute mailed invites.

Plan on your party being about two hours. No worries, I will not talk everyone's ears off so your guests can come and go as they like. I will just be there to set up, take orders, and answer any questions.

Now for your FREE GIFT!!!

For being a Cupcake Hostess you will pick out a FREE Gift from the Sweet Treat Hostess Sheet. In Addition to that.. ( Yep, There is more!!) Choose any item at Half off. Lastly if your party has 10 orders and 2 dated bookings for Cupcake Parties you will receive another item at 40% off.

Option 2: Cupcake E-Party

Don't want to clean the house and hassle with a home party but still want your FREE Gift? Then have yourself an E-Party!!

Like a home party you will need to set a date and time. Next, invite your friends, family, co-workers, neighbors, etc. with a invite I will make just for your party. Your guests will receive a special code to use at checkout on their invite that is FOR YOUR PARTY ONLY and will last for 10 days.

For being a Cupcake Hostess you will pick out a FREE Gift from the Sweet Treat Hostess Sheet. In Addition to that.. ( Yep, There is more!!) Choose any item at Half off. Lastly if your party has 10 orders and 2 dated bookings for Cupcake Parties you will receive another item at 40% off.

Exciting, I know!! If you are excited as I am and would like to host your own party and get your FREE sweet treats!! Contact me at tricia@cupcake1981.com for more info, setting a date or any questions you may have. YAY!! to my friend Mandi B. for booking her first Cupcake Party for Monday at 8p.m. Thank you bunches!!

Wrapping this blog up for the day because I have alot to get done or should I say I would like to get done. If you haven't already go check out my official website www.cupcake1981.com which is turning out SO,SO,SO stinking cute!! Everytime I type cupcake1981.com into the search bar and my little website comes up (which I do 20 times a day!!) it makes me smile. I am really proud of my business and the work I have put into it. (tearing up) Well, all you Glam girls out there..it is time for me to say goodbye for now and get to work. Check out the new site, Host party, and check out the sale on jewelry on the website. "Rock out with your Smile out!!"

X's and O's,

Trish

The Holiday Season is here...

Snowflakes and Dots, Oh MY!!

Reg.:$20.00

On Sale: $15.00

A chill is in the air...

The snowflakes fall softly on the ground...

The smell of gingerbread surrounds me...

The Holidays are here.

Happy Holiday Season Cupcake Lovers!!

The Holiday Season is here and thus begins the crazyness of the holiday shopping. Parking lots are insane, stores are jam packed with people and the waits in lines are way too long. Well, my friends for go the madness and check out my new online store.... http://cupcake1981.com/ Yes, you heard me right..MY ONLINE STORE!!! I am so excited to finally have my very own store that I probably type the link in the search bar 50 times a day.

Corny and obsessive..I know.

Anyhoo, the store is up right now and I just introduced my new line of necklaces. They are so super cute it is hard for me not to keep them all for myself. They are a perfect gift for your kid's teacher, for a best friend, daughter, mother, aunt, sister, etc, etc. My new line of necklaces are so affordable you can ask Santa for one or two for yourself!!

Well, this blog is going to be short because Nick and I are going to watch My Sister's Keeper then hit the sheets. The first snow of the season came tonight so be sure that as I drift of to sleep wrapped up in his arms...I will be watching the snow fall silently out my window. Goodnight all. Sweet dreams,

X's and O's,

Cupcake