I'm feeling better now. Made cookies with friends ( Read more... )

I was just noticing that this fabric I used 2 years ago:http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2131/2498512825_b94d3116e6_b.jpgRead more... )

I had a girl write to me apologizing for saying mean things about me on the internet. It was so sweet and gave me hope that all Lolitas aren't inherently mean. I have never in the 10 years I've been in business had this happen before. I felt a lot better after that and ended up having one of my most productive days in ages :) So, to that ( Read more... )

My friend Eric who is running Nakamacon in Wisconsin has asked me to pass along this info ( Read more... )

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I'm annoyed. I'm planning this retreat and no one is registering. Thing is, yeah I get the price point is spendy, but when you break down a convention, it's about the same. This INCLUDES a [very fancy] room and a roommate, 2 meals (one very fancy, thank you), programming, and a dessert reception. People think a convention is cheaper because ( Read more... )

So as most of you in MN and a few of you out of state know, I'm planning a weekend retreat in November of next year. I'm trying to get an idea of how many people will be coming in from out of state or will at least try to. If you could please drop a response I would love you forever :) The cost of the weekend would include the reduced hotel rate ( Read more... )

I hate when people want to order from me because they think since I'm a Western designer I should and will charge significantly less on something they found on a site in japan. And that I'll make them a replica. And they say it as though they are doing ME a favor by giving me this pittance ( Read more... )

I love teh Rufflebutts. They are so cute and whenever there are new people it makes me squee. I remember 9 years ago feeling like the only one, not seeing another Lolita until 3 years later, now look at us. Our group is so big and so full of sweetie pies and cutie faces. I love it!


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If I do not receive at least 10 people registered initially for the Sogencon picnic it will have to be cancelled. I cannot and will not buy food, games and prizes if people are just going to wait until the day of. Please plan accordingly. The cut-off for the 10 spot reserve is August 1st. There is no cap on how many people are allowed but I ( Read more... )