Autism Moms Rock - "We make Autism look good!"

Autism File Magazine & Autism Hope Alliance will be producing a calendar for 2012 representing moms around the country (and world). I called up a few of my fellow Autism mommies and we joined together for a good time. After a few hours of hair by Heather at Clip-It's Salon, make up by Erin Kelly, snacks, and networking Jillian of Jillian Renee Photography was able to do her magic and capture some beautiful shots of us. All in all, yesterday was a great day!


Check out 8 Little Monkeys on facebook or Jillian Renee Photography on facebook for a sneak peak of what we did yesterday! As one of my fellow "autism moms" said, "We make Autism look good!"

Want to look as cool as we did? Want to support OCALI, a great autism organization? Hop on over to 8 Little Monkeys on Etsy to order your t-shirt! Available in youth sizes as well as men's crew neck and women's v-necks!! 

Just In Time for Autism Awareness Month!

Thanks to Kevin over at Blu Dot Design Group for his amazing patience, 8 Little Monkeys is proud and excited to unveil a special item. Check out this special t-shirt at our shop. A portion of the proceeds will benefit OCALI, Ohio Center for Autism and Low Incidence, a local Autism organization that "serves families, educators, and professionals working with students with autism and low-incidence disabilities, including autism spectrum disorders, multiple disabilities, orthopedic impairments, other health impairments, and traumatic brain injuries."

For those of you who don't know me, I am the mother of 4 beautiful children and step mother "to be" of 4 children. Two of my children have been diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorders. OCALI has been instrumental in my children's developmental success. Our family moved from Texas to Ohio to access services and resources that would be beneficial for the kids' development. Thanks to the resources provided by OCALI,  this transition was a little easier for us. We have been able to access a wonderful lending library full of DVDs, books and much more. My family has also had the pleasure of attending one of the annual conferences that OCALI hosts.

OCALI offers so many programs and opportunities to help families facing challenges achieve maximum potential. Buying a shirt from 8 Little Monkeys is a small way to give back to a great organization while showing your support for this epidemic!

Mommies need some cute stuff too...

I wanted to make sure that mommies had something cute to shop for in my store too.

The "fall" version of this scarf is listed on Etsy right now. Like the scarf but looking for a something more in season? No worries, I'm working on some Spring colors & solids to enhance your Easter Sunday best.

Again, big big big thanks to Jillian Renee Photography for the amazing pictures!!!

Much love & happy shopping!
Meredith
8 Little Monkeys

Generosity &Freebies

In this journey through Etsy, I have had the pleasure of working with Erin Bradley Designs. Not only is Erin super talented & easy to work with, but she is also very generous. During our business conversations, I gave Erin a little bit of info about the start of my Etsy shop as an endeavor to help my family who struggles with the challenges of Autism. Erin was kind enough to make a donation to further research and treatment efforts for individuals affected by autism.

Additionally, if you check out Erin's blog, she gives her followers freebies. Below is a link to her adorable Easter freebies. Perfect for stickers, cupcake toppers, or tags.

http://inkobsessiondesigns.blogspot.com/2011/04/downloadable-easter-printable-freebie.html

I think I'm going to print some for the Easter Bunny to fill my 8 little monkeys' baskets.

Much love & happy shopping!
Meredith

Just a little teaser...

Thanks to Jillian Renee Photography you're getting a sneak peak at a few things coming to Etsy soon. Stay tuned friends. See something you like, but want a different color? Let me know and I'll stitch it up just for you!

Win Win Win - Situation

 We've all heard of a win - win situation, what about a Win - Win - Win situation??

Yesterday, Jillian Renee Photography posted on my Facebook page,

* * FREE NEWBORN SESSION FROM JILLIAN RENEE PHOTOGRAPHY TO ANYONE THAT HAS A LITTLE ONE WHO CAN MODEL SOME OF THESE AMAZING HATS, etc!!! PASS IT ALONG!!! * *

Since I'm all about paying it forward, I thought I would do something nice as well. Book  your newborn session with Jillian Renee Photography and get a free hat or headband from 8 Little Monkeys!

Hurry up! Book with Jillian and get a hat (or headband).

We all end up winning in the end!

So How Do I Look?

Here it is...the new & improved blog for 8 Little Monkeys! Thanks to Erin Bradley Designs for helping my little shop and blog look beautiful! If you're in the market for designs for a business card, blog, web banner or other graphic art needs, check her out. Super nice vendor and super prompt!

More to come soon. I just couldn't wait to show off my blog make over!

Sneak Peak....

Here's a little teaser of what's to come to 8 Litlle Monkey's shop. This is the tiny baby girl version shown here. Thanks to my talented fellow Etsy-er, RAKJ Patterns, for the pattern for this piece.

Do you like what you see here? Please email me or convo me if you are interested in a different size or color!

Logos, postings, social media...oh my!!!

After months of research & preparation, I'm finally here....Grand Opening Week!!! I want to give all my friends, family and new business partners a big thank you <<<cyber hug>>> for all your help and support in bringing 8 Little Monkeys to Etsy!

Please visit me at 8littlemonkeys.etsy.com  to see what crochet, scrap booking creations I have. You may see a few little goodies in my de-stashing area as well. Take advantage of my "grand opening special". Prices are REALLY low right now, but they won't be like that for long....


Happy Shopping & Many Thanks-
Meredith