New prints and a few thoughts...

I have been spending a lot of time re-accessing my shop lately, and focusing on the future of KYEbags in general. I know I need to simplify a bit, but am not totally sure how that will look yet. Our 50% OFF SALE is still going, in efforts to clean out stock and make way for the new. (So head over and help us out!) It is very likely that I will be carrying less variety in the coming months, and focusing instead on making more of my more popular selling items. This is a hard step for me to make, as I truly love what I do... and want to dabble in a bit of everything. But I have had to come to terms with reality (like time management and having a 14-month old) and the fact that I am just one person. 

One really awesome person... ahem... ;)

Anyways... This week thus far has been spent ordering some new prints and hashing out exactly what I want to make once all the awesomeness arrives. 

Here is a peek of some prints headed my way in the next week or so...

Out to Sea in the Deep Sea Jewel Colorway

I also received these adorable prints in yesterday...

Make sure to follow me over on Instagram for all the latest news, sales and giveaways!

What would you like to see more of in the KYEbags Shop? Have any tips on time management or being a WAHM of a little one? Leave me a comment below and let me know your thoughts. Or just a word of encouragement to get me through the week ;)

xoxo, Kye

50% OFF SALE!

Hello! My family and I have returned home from our vacation in the OBX and it's back to the grind today! I am slowly catching up on emails, updates to the shop, etc, so please be patient with me ;) Being away from everyday life, and having a change of scenery opened my eyes to a lot of things this past week... but that is a post for another time. In saying this, there will be some big changes coming to KYEbags. Even I am not quite sure what these changes will look like, but I am currently seeking God on His direction for my business. And I am open to whatever new path He has for me! 

So.... in my efforts to simplify a bit, make room in the studio, pay off some debt, and prepare for these exciting new changes I am offering a 50% OFF SALE. Yep, that's right- half off. And it starts now until we sell out :) There are over 20 awesome items currently marked down for you to choose from! And they are already discounted and ready for purchase- no need to worry about entering a pesky discount code. 

Just click and buy :) 

Ready... set... go...! Shop shop shop. Oh yeah, and don't forget to tell your friends. 

xoxo, Kye

A few things...

Hey! Just wanted to send out a couple reminders for you ;)

First off, Crafty Mart is happening this coming Saturday from 10am-5pm. If you're in the Akron, Ohio area you don't want to miss it. Plus, KYEbags will be there, so stop by and see us! We will be located somewhere in Musica. 

NOTO's Fashion Show is also on Saturday at 7pm! So grab yourself a ticket here, and make it a day full of local fun :) Believe me, you won't want to miss it! 

And lastly, please note that our etsy shop will be down from Saturday, June 1st- June 11th. My family and I will be vacationing in Outer Banks, NC. This will be our first real vacation in nearly four years, and our very first vacation as a family of three... so we are really looking forward to it! Anyhow, if you've had your eye on something in the shop, now is the time to snatch it. All orders must be placed by Friday of this week. 

I think that's all for now. Keep on keepin' on ;)

xo, Kye

FREE SHIPPING SALE!

Hey gals (and Guys)! 

Because it's Friday, Memorial Day weekend,

gloomy outside, and especially because I love you.... I wanted

 you all to enjoy FREE domestic shipping through Monday. 

Use coupon code 'MEMORIALDAY2013' at checkout. 

Happy weekend! 

www.kyebags.etsy.com

*Discount is only good on purchases made through the etsy shop. Sale ends Monday (5/27) at Midnight EST. Please make sure to enter the discount code at checkout to receive your discount! 

Happy shopping ;) 

xo, Kye 

The little things.

Today I have a bad case of the blues. I am blaming all these cloudy days and the lack of sleep I've had lately. So I thought I'd do a little post on all the little things that made me happy this past week. Thank the Lord for tea and nap time today. My little one has been boycotting naps all week.... and bedtime... and food... and all sleep for that matter. TGIF! 

1. My first ever clothing purchase from PPP. I bought one of Shauna's ever popular Oxy shirts. Love it! 

2. Sushi dinner at Wasabi with my man. First time for sushi in almost two years! 

3. Birthday dinner dates... alone!

4. Celebrating my baby's 1st birthday!

5. Chocolate cupcakes with strawberry cream cheese frosting.

6. Parties and a full home :)

7. My baby learning to walk.

8. Playtime at the park with cousins.

9. First trip to the park this year. 

10. Springtime evening walks around G-Ville.

11. Babies doing laundry :)

12. My sleepy, smiley baby in her big girl car seat.

13. Play dates and baby love.

14. Baby kisses. xo

15. Escapist

16. Afternoon visits with great friends.

17. Baby leggings by BumGenius!

18. Sunday morning sleepers. 

What made you happy this week? Comment down below ;)

Monday.

Today is birthday party recovery day. Yesterday was Pearl's 1st birthday party. It was a great time of celebration with family and friends! And today we are resting and slowly getting the house back in order. Party planning is exhausting.

Friday was my man's birthday. Yeah, April is a big birthday month in our family. I surprised him with a dinner date at Wasabi in Beachwood, just the two of us. We enjoyed the alone time and ate sushi to our hearts content :) 

Saturday was a full day of grocery shopping and party prep for me. This is what my fridge looked like by 11pm Saturday night. All the hard work was SO worth it though! 

These are my Sunday morning sleepers. Aren't they precious? :)

Party day. I just love the 'happy birthday' banner I purchased from Two Girls Paper Design on Etsy. Teresa is awesome, and was very accommodating when I decided to place an order last minute. I placed my order on Wednesday afternoon, and had my banner by Friday morning! Did I mention she is located in Cali? Thanks, Teresa! 

The chocolate cupcakes I made for Pearl's party turned out fabulous! She loved them :) 

I found the recipe here. It will definitely be my go-to chocolate cake recipe from now on! I added some food coloring and strawberry extract to my frosting, to make it a little more festive. 

This is my sleepy baby on our way to the P.O. to ship weekend orders this afternoon. The post office was crazy busy today! Must be the beautiful weather and the spring fever. 

Today is beautiful. It is a bit overcast, but the warm spring breeze feels wonderful coming through the windows. I am loving all the fresh air blowing through the house. The leftover cupcakes to accompany afternoon tea time are nice too! 

Enjoy the week friends! 

xo

Chevron Love.

This week thus far has been yet another cold, mostly dreary one here in Northeast Ohio. Every now and then the sun will pop out, but those glimpses are few and far between. I am very much looking forward to the warmer forecast on the way this weekend, but until then, here are some new items to cheer us up. I know I have had a lot of fun putting them together! 

Chevron has been a popular growing trend since early last year. I must admit, chevron wasn't always my favorite and it took me awhile to get on board. Although I do think that all good things should be used in moderation, chevron has certainly grown on me. I have even added a pop of it to my new bathroom decor and I am loving making all kinds of new creations in this bright and colorful print! 

I stayed up late last night in order to get caught up on photos and listings. I was successful, and many new items have been added to the shop, including the ones in the photos above. 

Be sure to stop by and take a look, by clicking on the link below! 

www.kyebags.etsy.com

Also, it has been confirmed that KYEbags will be vending at both the summer Crafty Mart and Oddmall. Please take a look at our events page for further info!