What Will I Find On This Blog?

What Will I Find On This Blog?

Well, let me just tell you what you will find here! On the right hand side you will first see how to contact me (HBC). Very important! You will also see on the right hand side a featured item from your truly.....HBC of course and you will be able to purchase that item at a discount as well. You will then see all the Pre-Orders we are offering at this time, complete with shopping carts to purchase those items at your convenience. These Pre-Orders allow you access to our NEWEST items FIRST! You get to choose your styles color AND if that weren't enough you get them at the LOWEST price they will ever be! They will NEVER be that price again :). Why do I do this you ask? Well, it's simple I really like you all, a lot!

In the middle you will find blabber from me, as well as giveaways, random thoughts, sayings, and whatever else flows through my brain at that moment in time :)

Now as for the left hand side you will find there our featured vendors! These are amazing women & men who have their own shops and items. They will have a featured item for the week complete with shopping cart and you can purchase straight through them!
*these shops are not affiliated with Hair Brained Creations and are their own entities. If you have a question or comment about their item(s) you need to contact them directly*

I hope you enjoy your experience here and that you are able to navigate the blog easily. If you have any questions, or comments please feel free to contact me.
Now.............get to lookin'!

~ali

Friday, June 1, 2012

Survival Bracelet anyone?!?



Good afternoon Hair Brainer's :) My oldest daughter Jaicee came to me the other day with tears in her eyes after seeing/watching a St. Jude's commercial on t.v. and asked if we could donate any money to help out these families and babies who have to go through such trials. I told her that at this time we didn't as a family have any extra to give. We brainstormed about how we could come up with funds to help these families and children at St. Jude and other hospitals around the country. We both decided we could make Survival Bracelets, and key fobs as a way to earn money for donation! We will be accepting custom orders as well. We have colors, and we can make them in ANY size! She has been working her little guts out to make these and 100% of profits will go to St. Jude's Hospital, Primary Children's Hospital, JDRF, AND to help military families (we couldn't decide on just one!). 







Bracelets will be $12 + $1.50 for shipping.
Key Fobs will be $10 + $1.50 for shipping.
What is a survival bracelet/key fob you ask? Well let me just tell you! Not only are the fun and stylish, the can also help out tremendously in a survival situation! These all have between 5-8 FEET of 550lb cord! These are wonderful for hunters, firefighters, police officers, hikers, ANY sport enthusiasts, or and every day person. The can help get you, a friend, or a stranger out of dangerous situations if they occur. Consider picking one of these up not only for a great donation cause, but for safety as well.

Saturday, April 7, 2012

Hoppy Easter Eve....

Hello my friends!

I just wanted to write and tell each and every one of you that I am extremely thankful for all of you!  
Yes, even YOU!

I have to say that you all are amazing, and truly great friends.  I need to thank some of you, especially, for being so understanding and patient with me and my "hair brained-ness" lately!  
I don't write or talk much about my personal life, because it is just that...personal.  

I try to keep my pages professional and drama free.  
I do feel the need to let you know, without going into too much detail, that I have been going through some very personal things the last few months, and it has taken a toll on my memory.  

 I hope all of you are enjoying your Easter weekend and to help celebrate the Hair Brained way
please enjoy 25% off your total purchase* until Monday April  9th, at 10 pm MST.
When you order just mention you saw this on my blog and on Etsy use the coupon code EASTER25.
Have a HIPPITY HOPPITY EASTER!
<3  Ali


*this may not be combined with any other sale, offer or be used on Pre-Order items unless purchased at full price.  All orders must be paid for no later than April 9th 10 pm MST, NO EXCEPTIONS!


Wednesday, March 28, 2012

Meet MY lil.............

Minion!  Yep this is my baby isn't he....er....the hat just darling??
Again this was a special request from a great friend of mine, who trusted me completely to do 
her a lil hat like this without even a teaser picture!  When I finished this one I literally squealed out loud, and yes almost peed my pants a little....hahaha!  But really!  How could you not??
I brainstormed and decided just one eye on this lil one and maybe just maybe I have his brother the two eyed minion in the works.....hmmm



*SQUEAL*

Tuesday, March 27, 2012

I had a giveaway not too long ago..........

and the winner Beth K. requested a cotton newsboy, so it can be worn year round, with texture in a neutral color.  I suggested maybe a flower and agreed with her that tan color would be perfect!
Here is the hat I made for her:

I so love how this turned out! 
The flower is on a clip so it can be removed when she doesn't want to wear it and can be put on when she does!  It is airy, light, fun and sophisticated!  She really could wear this anywhere!
Hope you love it Beth!

A cute custom order......

I was approached a few days ago with a request to have an Elmo hat and diaper cover set made for a newborn.  I quickly replied that I would LOVE to do it for her.  
I had to do some brainstorming for this set as I didn't have a pattern and I knew I could do it myself, maybe even write the pattern for him as I go along.  
So that's what I did I took myself to the yarn store, yes I have at least 8 (probably more like 16) skeins of red yarn, but I can always use an excuse to go to the yarn store and feed my deep addiction.  I found the PERFECT fuzzy puppet looking yarn and after I put my kids to bed I started.  I finished it in just one night and I am super proud of how he turned out.  
Here is a (out of focus) photo of him finished.

CUTE RIGHT?!?!

Sunday, March 25, 2012

I am in LOVE


As most of you know I made a New Years Resolution NOT to buy ONE more pattern until I had made at least one of each of the patterns that I already own.   Wellllllll.......sigh........ok, ok I BLEW it!! I saw this pattern for sale and just HAD to have it!  I knew from the minute I saw this one that it was going to be darling for sure!

As I was working this hat up for the very first time I thought "This will look so dang CUTE!"  
As I continued to hook and hook and hook some more it just kept growing on my more and more.

I finally finished the last stitch and literally just about PEED my pants!  I knew that I was absolutely in LoVe with this hat and I couldn't wait to make MORE!  So I have now finished one for each of my girls, AND of course one for myself!  That is a total of 4 so far, and I am working on more right now!

It is heartbreaking to me that my pictures JUST don't do this (or any of my hats) justice!  
It should be a crime, or maybe I should just be more careful.......nah,  it's just a crime.

I will be taking mine to sunny Las Vegas this weekend to wear around at the pool :) 

I came across this just now and it needed to be shared.........

By Maya Angelou

A WOMAN SHOULD HAVE ...

enough money within her control to move out
and rent a place of her own,
even if she never wants to or needs to...
something perfect to wear if the employer,
or date of her dreams wants to see her in an hour...



A WOMAN SHOULD HAVE ..

a youth she's content to leave behind....
a past juicy enough that she's looking forward to
retelling it in her old age....
a set of screwdrivers, a cordless drill, and a black lace bra...
o
ne friend who always makes her laugh... and one who lets her cry...



A WOMAN SHOULD HAVE .......

a good piece of furniture not previously owned by anyone else in her family...
eight matching plates, wine glasses with stems,
and a recipe for a meal,
that will make her guests feel honored...



A WOMAN SHOULD HAVE ..

a feeling of control over her destiny.....
how to fall in love without losing herself..



EVERY WOMAN SHOULD KNOW...

how to quit a job,
break up with a lover,
and confront a friend without;
ruining the friendship....


EVERY WOMAN SHOULD KNOW....

when to try harder... and WHEN TO WALK AWAY...


EVERY WOMAN SHOULD KNOW...

that she can't change the length of her calves,
the width of her hips, or the nature of her parents..
that her childhood may not have been perfect...but it's over...



EVERY WOMAN SHOULD KNOW...

what she would and wouldn't do for love or more.....
how to live alone... even if she doesn't like it...



EVERY WOMAN SHOULD KNOW.. .

whom she can trust,
whom she can't,
and why she shouldn't take it personally...



EVERY WOMAN SHOULD KNOW...

where to go...
be it to her best friend's kitchen table..
or a charming Inn in the woods...
when her soul needs soothing...



EVERY WOMAN SHOULD KNOW...

What she can and can't accomplish in a day...
a month...and a year...

Saturday, March 24, 2012

LAST DAY.....................

Today March 24, 2012 will be the last day to Pre-Order: 

LACE HATS, FLOWER FEET, SATIN HATS, and PETTI ROMPERS (lace & satin).

Find the link <------------------- and purchase yours today they will never be this price again! EVER!

HUGE thank you to all of my amazing friends (fans, you are my friends!). 
Each of you are AMAZING!

Tuesday, March 20, 2012

AND THE WINNNNNNERSSS ARE.......

19 Elephants - Hootie - Miranda

Little Tickle Boutique  - Lorax Shirt - Cheri Dees

2 Pretty Girls Boutique - TinkerBell BowVirginia Horner

2 Pretty Girls Boutique - Bow Holder Dress - Virginia Horner

Little Sweet Pea Creations - Head Band - Gina Otero

A Lil Loopy$25 GC - Shauna Hallsson

Beez Kneez - Leg Warmers - Melissa #2

Beez Kneez - Ink Me Shirt - sjames2008

ShicAboo - White Bow - Asha Poepping

ShicAboo - Polka Dot Bow - Virginia Horner

ShicAboo - Korkers - Steph

Hair Brained Creations - $40 GC - Julie

Hair Brained Creations - Custom Hat - Hayley

Happily Ever Crafter - Custom Flower
                                                             #1 - Nadia Hill
                                                            #2 - Danelle Facer

Plates Platters and Family Matters - Mug - Brandalyn Jensen

WINNERS:  Please remember that YOU are responsible for contacting the shop of which prize(s) you won!  If you don't do that within 48 hours I will choose another.  If you are know to not be a fan at the time of winning you will also forfeit the winning prize and will be moved to the next person in line.  All shops are linked to their names, it will take you right to their Facebook Page.  Thank each and everyone of you who donated and participated!  You are all amazing and we couldn't do it without any of you!

XOXO

Ali 

Monday, March 12, 2012

Plates, Platters, and Family Matters ****OPEN****


(Click ^^ To Link To Facebook Page)

Winner will receive a custom mug! 

Happily Ever Crafter ****OPEN****


(Click ^^ To Link To Facebook Page)

THERE WILL BE TWO WINNERS!!

This is for a custom flower by Happily Ever Crafter!
If you haven't seen them yet, you HAVE TO!
Click on her FB page above to get some ideas.

Sunday, March 11, 2012

Rule #1- you must follow all the rules.........


Hello and welcome to the 1st Birthday Bash Giveaway for Hair Brained Creations!

There are just a few "rules" to play.
  • You MUST "like" Hair Brained Creations Facebook here and the Facebook page of any vendor who's item you'd like to win.  You don't have to like everyone, just the ones you wish to win.  This will be verified before any prizes are awarded.  Showing a lil love wouldn't hurt either ;)
  • Random.org will pick all winners.
  • Winners will be announced here on my blog.
  • You are responsible for contacting the vendor who's item you won.  If you do not contact them within 48 hours you will forfeit your prize and I will then pick another winner.
  • This will close in ONE WEEK (Sunday March 18th) at Midnight.  Winners will be posted on TUESDAY, March 20th.
  • You must write agree in the comment section below to be eligible.
  • HAVE FUN!

Hair Brained Creations ****OPEN****


(Click ^^ To Link To Facebook)

$40.00 Gift Certificate to my Facebook Page 
or Etsy Shop!

Hair Brained Creations ****OPEN****


(Click ^^ To Link To Facebook)

Custom Hat Any Size Any Style
Value: $20-$30+ 
For winner FREE!


ShicAboo Bows & More ****OPEN****


(Click ^^ To Link To Facebook)

A single bow, it can be made in any color.
 **all of the bows are attached to a single prong clip.

ShicAboo Bows & More ****OPEN****



 a single bow, it can be made in any color
**all of the bows are attached to a single prong clip.

ShicaBoo Bows and More ****OPEN****


(Click ^^ To Link To Facebook)

 A pair of korkers pink and purple 
**all of the bows are attached to a single prong clip

Saturday, March 10, 2012

Beez Kneez Boutique ****OPEN****


(Click ^^ To Link To Facebook Page)

 Pair of light pink brown and baby blue rugby stripe leg warmers  
value $9.00, for winner they are FREE!