2013 has been the year of change and growth to say the least. A lot of exciting things on the horizon as well. Needless to say I am looking forward to 2014 and leaving 2013 in the dust. I am so grateful for the success I have had on all my endeavors this year but the change part has been quite stressful but I am learning to roll with it. This year has been all about establishing my line, making relationships and leaving the rest up to fate. This coming year is all about falling into a routine and hiring employees! Big freaking HECK YEAH! Every piece from ALBF is made and created by me. We are averaging around 70 orders a month and I make each one (With lots of love) in the mornings, during nap times and when the little's go to bed. So I am really looking forward to the help and maybe a little extra free time ;)

I participated in a really awesome event hosted by OpenSky in New York a couple of months back called, "Christmas in July." This event is for all of the top Magazine editors to come in and browse up and coming lines to be featured in their gift guides for the holidays. I was notified of interest by a few magazines but will not know until the issues actually hit the shelves. Fingers crossed and prayers my way please!!!!! :) I would be over the moon if we got another magazine feature. WOOHOO!!