Fussy says Respect the Brand & Gives a Sneek Peek
What is my problem? Wait, don't answer that, K? The 'I hate Fussy Fanclub' will let me know already! ~Fussy waves to the haters~
I don't answer emails for days on end. I keep twittering about my latest venture. I've lost the ability to carry on a decent face-to-face conversation. I promised that today I would make it up to you and give a sneak peek at what I am up to.
OK, without further ado, here is a sneak peek of the super rough drafts of latest project-
I am opening a CafePress store on Monday.
I wanted to show you some graphics from my Mommy Blogger line of products. Thanks to the brilliant conversations from Megan at Velveteen Mind (check out her new Mommyblogger resource page!) and Erin at Queen of Spain, we Mommy Bloggers are beginning to feel own own power. Aren't these a fun way to flaunt our new found importance?
The store will be full of everything from Tshirts to coffee cups to bumper stickers. The categories will cover everything from baby clothes with adorable designs to political humor. I am just as excited as I can be.
As most of you know, but I'm not supposed to mention, Hubs still is looking for a new job thank you recession I have been planning a way to help the family stay off the street a wee bit. The new store is my latest and greatest venture. I'll keep you posted on the progress and answer the age old question, "Can you really make a living online?" So far the answer is not so much. But as soon as I find a way, you'll be the first to know how I did it!
So until Monday's launch, if I forget to answer that email, take showers or have contact with the outside world -this is what I'm up to.
Love, Fussy
PS- Because I owe you a new picture...
OK, here is the photo of the monkeys and that my Mother in Law took last week. Don't laugh. I tried to give us all a tan due to our exotic Irish pasty skin and turned us orange, so now it is just plain ole black and white. Nice, eh? A certain son of mine did not consume adult beverages before the photo, I promise. What's up with those eyes? Gah!
No, Mr. Smartypants does not want his handsome face all over the interwebs. He values something called privacy. I know not of that word of which he speaks. I love sharing all the intimate details of my life with you!
~Did I mention how cute you look today? Mwah.~















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Posted by: karla ~ looking towards heaven | May 01, 2008 at 11:06 AM
and you cute YOU ALL LOOK!
Posted by: MizFit | May 01, 2008 at 11:15 AM
I'm in! I love the Blogstar design. Freebies? Coupons? I'll pimp you on my site if you make a badge.
Posted by: that girl | May 01, 2008 at 11:17 AM
congrats on the upcoming new store! what a great idea. :) i can't wait to see the store.
and you all look so cute! :) i just love your baby belly.
sending positive job thoughts your hubby's way.
Posted by: Crunchy Domestic Goddess | May 01, 2008 at 11:20 AM
LOVE IT - will definitely be buying something on Monday.
Posted by: Michele | May 01, 2008 at 11:20 AM
I don't think your ability to have a face-to-face conversation has diminished! Of course, I didn't meet you face-to-face before you were hugely pregnant and swamped with all your ventures. Maybe I don't know the real Mrs. Fussypants at all? Either way, I think you're fabulous!!
I love the designs, looking forward to a coffee mug!
Posted by: Malia | May 01, 2008 at 11:21 AM
Aw, what a sweet picture of you and your offspring. :) I can't believe you got them all to smile at the same time.
The designs look great! Can't wait to see the store!
Posted by: Christina | May 01, 2008 at 11:21 AM
Love the family pic
Love the shirt slogans
A little scared by my potential to overspend at this new shop!
Posted by: JessicaAPISS | May 01, 2008 at 11:26 AM
Sure.
I'm off to the OB today and when I come home I'll whip up some buttons & badges that everyone can but on sidebars.
RESPECT THE BRAND!
Hey, why am I yelling?
Love, Alli
Posted by: Mrs. Fussypants | May 01, 2008 at 11:31 AM
You know I've been dying ALL night for this!! Sheesh...you made ME WAIT!! How rude!
On the other hand, some of those are just so cute!! I may have to see what there is on Monday :D
Posted by: Sadie | May 01, 2008 at 11:34 AM
Good work - I love all the designs. Can't wait to see the store!
Posted by: catnip | May 01, 2008 at 11:37 AM
Adorable!!!
Excellent designs...you know if I had a dime to spare I'd buy some. SOMEDAY!
xoxoxoxox
Posted by: Christine | May 01, 2008 at 11:43 AM
Can't wait to check it out....
Posted by: Jackie | May 01, 2008 at 11:52 AM
How fun! I've got my shopping cart ready!
Posted by: Wonders Never Cease | May 01, 2008 at 12:17 PM
Ooh! Ooh! I want a coffee mug (or two.)
I will always respect the brand *observes personal moment of silence*
I understand the whiteness woes. I figure as long as my teeth are even whiter I'm in doing okay. :)
Posted by: Christine @ Serenity | May 01, 2008 at 12:28 PM
Cute, cute, and more cute!
Posted by: Meredith from Merchant Ships | May 01, 2008 at 12:40 PM
"don't make me use uppercase"- hilarious!!
Way to Go!
I love the family photo (minus the Mr.)- you make 'em cute!
Posted by: Barb | May 01, 2008 at 12:43 PM
Fussy, You are a Rockstar!! Brilliant mind! Awesome talent! And gorgeous too! You seriously RAWK the house!
Thanks for sharing a pic of all the monkeys! That will be a great one for them to look back on in 20 or so years!
Posted by: Heather | May 01, 2008 at 12:44 PM
Congrats love! I will so be buying some! That pic is just too cute.
Posted by: rachel | May 01, 2008 at 01:07 PM
nice genes!
you are incredibly beautiful and every ever-livin' one of your sons is incredibly handsome. great work!!
i'm excited about the store!
Posted by: jenn | May 01, 2008 at 01:10 PM
Awesome - I'm diggin' the tattoo-ish lookin' designs and LOVE the "don't make me use uppercase" thing. That's awesome.
Posted by: jennyonthespot | May 01, 2008 at 01:15 PM
I love the "don't make me use uppercase" line! How great is that?!? You look fabulous, btw!
Posted by: Michelle@Life with Three | May 01, 2008 at 01:32 PM
Love the designs. Good luck with the new shop, I will stop by on opening day.
Such cute boys, of course I am sure they got their looks from their cutesy mom.
Posted by: justmylife | May 01, 2008 at 01:35 PM
I'm LOVIN all the designs! And what a cute family pic!
Posted by: Jennifer's luvin' Fussy | May 01, 2008 at 01:48 PM
Great designs, good luck! What a bunch of nice looking boys too.
Posted by: Susan | May 01, 2008 at 02:06 PM
I can't wait to see the store! I love the tag lines.
And what a great pic! Even the drunk kid looks cute.
Posted by: Amy @ Milk Breath & Margaritas | May 01, 2008 at 02:14 PM
Very cute....Very Fussy to make the Message T frump-free!
Posted by: HRH | May 01, 2008 at 02:16 PM
I love it love it love it! Wanna advertise on my blog? Just kidding. Sort of. Okay, not really. :-)
Those are AWESOME. Seriously.
Posted by: dcrmom | May 01, 2008 at 02:16 PM
adorable!
Posted by: Nancy | May 01, 2008 at 02:22 PM
those are seriously THE most handsome boys!
Posted by: ali | May 01, 2008 at 02:24 PM
Those are AWESOME.
Loving the family shot - you are too adorable for words!
Posted by: Angella | May 01, 2008 at 02:43 PM
So cute! I so look forward to your funnies on Twitter! Good luck with the new venture(s)!
Posted by: Dawn | May 01, 2008 at 02:52 PM
~blushes~
Thank you all for your wonderful notes.
I love you, too!
Posted by: Mrs. Fussypants | May 01, 2008 at 02:55 PM
I don't see how you do it. All those boys, my one is handful enough. I like all those designs, they way cool.
Posted by: Valarie | May 01, 2008 at 02:55 PM
OHHHHH MAN...I can not wait to buy a tee and a mug!!! Wont I look cute at work with my bloggy t and mug annoucing to the world I have a slight addiction??? CANT WAIT!!!
Ok, did you really try to tan your kids or are you just kidding?? You kid a WHOLE lot so Im not sure but since the photo is black and white it had me wondering..lol...by the way, LOVE THE PHOTO. I had no idea for some reason that you had baby 5 on the way....hmmmm, how did I miss that?
I think this store is going to TAKE OFF LIKE WILDFIRE!!!!
Posted by: traci | May 01, 2008 at 03:05 PM
Oh Fussy, you are looking so beautiful! You make pregnancy look breezy.
Also, I love the store ideas.
Posted by: Paloma | May 01, 2008 at 03:16 PM
"don't make me use uppercase" is just a freakin' riot!!
Posted by: Robin J. | May 01, 2008 at 03:18 PM
Oh, how fun. I love the designs.
And the picture of you and your boys is precious.
Posted by: fullheartandhands mama | May 01, 2008 at 04:14 PM
I will totally be getting something from your store!
Love the pic.
Posted by: Antonette | May 01, 2008 at 04:41 PM
I can't get over how big the boys are... wow! They are so very cute!
xoxo to all
Posted by: Keri | May 01, 2008 at 05:21 PM
You are (all) seriously way too adorable to have any haters!
Posted by: Christine | May 01, 2008 at 07:08 PM
There's just something about you isn't there? I am new to this site, and I must say, you are something special all right. I look forward to seeing your Cafe Press! Best of luck - Ava
Posted by: Ava | May 01, 2008 at 08:36 PM
All great slogans! Love them!! And WOO HOO to you for opening a store.
Posted by: FENICLE | May 01, 2008 at 09:33 PM
Aw... you look GREAT! And your monkeys are beautiful, too.
Posted by: Reese | May 01, 2008 at 11:14 PM
Yay you! Best of luck with your store.
You look totally fab and your boys are adorable.
Posted by: Alison @ This Wasn't In The Plan | May 01, 2008 at 11:30 PM
Love the "don't make me use uppercase" and I'm just a blog reader! And great pic of you & your boys.
Thanks for always giving me a giggle when I stop by.
Posted by: Alison | May 02, 2008 at 12:18 AM
ROOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOCK. Hey-wait...was that good for my brand?
Posted by: QueenofSpain, Erin Kotecki Vest | May 02, 2008 at 01:50 AM
LUV the new designs. I too would pimp you with a badge on my blog. Can't wait to see the fab merchandise!
Posted by: Kristin | May 02, 2008 at 09:35 AM
What a gorgeous family! And I LOVE those designs. As if anyone hates you - freaking jerks!
Posted by: Beck | May 02, 2008 at 12:18 PM
How cute are you!! I love the graphics - so rad!
Posted by: autumn dahlia | May 02, 2008 at 12:42 PM