Big, Big, Big!!!

We did it!  And I can't believe we pulled this off in time for Christmas -- It's Trash Ties day!!! 

My once-buttoned lips are now happily unfastened and I can freely talk Trash.

This is a big day for Isaac & me.  We spent a good half of 2007 designing, photographing, planning, re-designing, sourcing, proofing, printing, and planning some more.  There have been a few rocks on the path and a couple of big boulders, but we forged ahead.  And now here they are, cute little pink boxes of Trash Ties, looking all innocent and easily-accomplished.

Isaac just finished the new Trash Ties website today and I've started a Trash Ties blog!!  So much of my personal history is wrapped up in my adventures with Trash Ties (movie sets, patent stuff, fancy stores, big magazines, tiny apartment, terribly-sick baby, incredibly-worried mommy, rapidly-growing business, and a big decision to hold off on Trash Ties till the patent came through, etc).  I wanted a place where I could recount some of those stories, hold contests and challenges, and we could have all sorts of madcap fun with hair.  I probably said it better over there;  I'm all googly-eyed and goofy at this point.

So stop by the new blog & website and see what I've been up to for a big part of the year.  I bet you can even track down the front view of this curious photo. 

There are a crazy-ton of pictures and all of the info you need to finally see what I was wearing in my hair last Easter.  That was an accidental sneak by the way, not so much a sneaky sneak (though I like those).  And sorry about keeping quiet.  People go crazy over these and I didn't want you wanting them until I could deliver.

But yes, go read my first post over there and then have a look at The Basics pages in the sidebar and Isaac's pink palace of a website.  He even programmed a video slideshow and lovingly turned these little pink boxes into a Winter Wonderland.  He cracks me up.

And here's a coupon for your holiday shopping pleasure, good through December 10th.  You don't really need the coupon, just the code, but I couldn't resist. (BTW, and completely unrelated, if you haven't learned the words to Sesame Street's I Love Trash, then you're not truly living.)  The above code will give you 15% off your entire order -- just for you guys.  So many of you have written, wanting to buy Trash Ties without even knowing what they are - wow! And yes, the shopping cart is set up for international sales.  Follow the Globe symbol for details.

So, go to the Trash Ties blog to see what these babies can do and put that cutie coupon to good use. 

Yay for Trash Ties day!  We made it.  I'm excited to finally share these with you.  It's a good day.

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Update:  A few of you had difficulty paying through PayPal earlier today. I wanted to let you know that Isaac has since worked with GoDaddy to implement a solid and secure solution that allows you to pay directly in the store. Now everything is working smoothly!  I apologize for any inconvenience.

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Another Update:  If you've placed an order or are about to, make sure to read through this bulleted list I just added at the Trash Ties blog covering shipping dates, coupon tips, site security and a giveaway! 

Comments

[Georgia]

Oh - a quick question about the international shipping. If I am ordering 2 sets of Trash Ties do I then put '2' with the international shipping as well, or just leave it at '1'?
Choosing which colour to buy is very difficult!

[Jen E]

Congratulations on having the dream become a reality. I cannot wait to see them in person! ~jen~

[Alyson]

Congratulations! Those are great! I've been known to tie my hair with trash ties (the "real" ones) and paperclips (years ago - oh the things you'll do when you're an office assistant and forget a ponytail holder), but never thought they could look so cute!

[kristi]

they do look so great, delicious packaging, but did you notice on the main page there is a typo? "Wih trash ties, everyday is a good hair day!"

[Liz Cadorette]

YAY!!

Dude -- is that AnnaMaria in the big picture, or a doppleganger? :) SO cool - congratulations to you guys for all your hard work finally coming to fruition!

[Sandy]

Nobody else read this please...Heather, there is a typo on the front page of the Trash web site...It says "Wih Trash Ties, every day is a good hair day." Unless Wih was intentional?!

[Pam]

Congrats Heather!

[Audrey]

Congratulations Heather--how exciting!

[Sasha]

Heather, I am so excited to finally be able to buy these! Congratulations

[Ez]

Got some for my sisters! They all have long gorgeous hair that they love to put up in elaborate styles, but nothing ruins a good updo like a million bobby pins poking out everywhere... so these are perfect!

xo
Ez

[Liesl]

Hooray for you! I'm glad it's all come together, Heather. And they really look great! xo, L

[Mary]

Congratulations on such a momentous occasion!

[Rachel]

Congratulations! So fun, hope to get some soon. . .

[Kris]

Just ordered mine! Can't wait to see them! Can you come over and put them in for me?? Great job & best wishes! Kris

[June]

What delightful news--congratulations, Heather!

[Tiffany]

Yahoooooo! That's soooo awesome! I'm so excited for you! I love the concept and can't wait to get some! Congratulations on your HUGE accomplishment!

[planetjune]

Ahhh, finally the big reveal! Congrats, Heather - the site looks great and Isaac's photography is stunning. I'm sure Trash Ties will be a wild success!

[Tina in Boston]

Congratulations, Heather! They look great. You did such a great job with your product and with presenting it -- of course! We would expect no less!

[jen]

These are great! And just in time for Christmas - I just ordered four sets for my cute little neices.

[chelsea]

fabulous! congratulations, heather. these are going to take off, and not just because of your loyal and awesome readers - they'll catch on quickly!

[Kristen Laurence]

Congratulations! I'd been waiting for these. Beautiful job.

[Eva]

Congratulations Heather! You're on your way to being the next Millionaire Mom-can't wait to see you on Oprah--I predict that in your near future for sure! Off to order some trash for stocking stuffers! Love the product, the look, the presentation and the names you chose for each color are SMASHING---you think of the whole package sweetie! POLKA DOT TIES ASAP please :)Hugs, Eva

P.s. WTG Isaac-the website looks fab!

[Angela (Cottage Magpie)]

Congratulations!
~Angela :-)

[Ruthanne]

Hi there - I want some for myself and my daughter... we are in the UK but when I click on your international shipping button I get no info..... could you look into that? Thanks!!

[Ruthanne]

Ok, I sussed the shipping but your address form won't work for me as it won't recognise that the postcodes and phone numbers etc are different to USA ones. Is there any other way to order?

[Tina]

I am also in the uk and if you click the international shipping button it works now, but says to pay via paypal, but there is no paypal button available. Help!

Fantastic by the way.

[Veronica]

I've placed my order!
Congratulations
Veronica

[Sarah]

Well done Heather, it looks like a lot of work has gone into getting these to market.

I'm trying to order from the UK, and it says I need to pay an international shipping fee of $5 and the standard shipping fee as well?

[Simone]

So fun, they make me want to grow out my hair again :)

[lupa]

Wonderful job, Heather! I bet it feels great to have all your hard work pay off. I'll be ordering when I can decide on just a few colors! (Can't break the bank this close to Christmas!) and also props to your hubby for the website. It looks AMAZING and was really easy to navigate.

[danni perez]

yeah! finally we can see what "trash you've been talkin".hehehe.couldn't resist.
~danni

[The Mouse]

Congratulations, Heather!! I remember that Easter photo well and thinking to myself, how does she get her hair to look so cool?? (duh!) I'm off to shop!

[donnadowney]

congratulations heather, you and your husband did a fabulous job on the packaging and the website a Huge task!!
way to go!

[Sarah Jane]

Heather...I need to ask you a question but I can't get through on the email address you have listed. COuld you email me at
sarahjanestudios@gmail.com

THanks!!

[amyehodge]

I ordered mine yesterday! One of the few times I bought something without careful consideration. I have to have these!

[Sarah]

Congrats! I know you've been anzioulsy awaiting the release of this product! I've been on pins and needles. As soon as I saw the link listed I purchased a long white one from my friends wedding next summer, and I know she'll love it as Christmas gift and then of course a short set for myself! I love it, and Congradulations again. I love it!

[Tara]

Congratulations! This is so exciting!

[Kara]

I have been looking at pictures of you and your daughter for monthes trying to see the hair doodles that I KNEW you where coming up with but were keeping just out of site! I love them! I can't wait to try them myself.

[Erica]

You are simply amazing!! I just ordered mine and can't wait to get them! You are simply fabulous! Keep up all the great work!

[Angela]

Congrats -- how cool is it to get a dream into reality?

[Cary]

If you ever need hair models, I have some beautiful girls (ages 2, 5 and 10) and only live a few miles from you! My 10 year old has REALLY long hair and I can't wait to try them in her hair. We're always trying out new do's. This will be the best. But...will it really be fair if my 5 year old is the only one with trash ties in her hair for her hip hop recital? She'll look too cool!!!

[cassandra]

Congratulations, their amazing,i can't believe what an assortment of hairstyles you can achieve with these babies. Also i've had hiccups with the international order(australia) as well, i followed the special intructions and no paypal button, i,ve recieved an invoice with payment incomplete.
Does that mean i have to reorder?
Can't wait to get them

[Elise]

Shoot, I was hoping you were going to either reveal your new fabric line or announce your sewing patterns. I am dying to make one of those handbags you showed us last year. Guess I'll have to continue waiting patiently.

The twist tie things are a cute idea. They would make good shoelaces too. Just a thought.

Elise

[Mona]

Congratulations! I just bought both varieties and am excited to use them.

[esoule]

Love them! Congratulations on such a cool idea and a successful endeavor.

[M&Co]

Congratulations! They look great. I have to find a store shipping them to Norway. I love them :-)

[ann pixie girl quilts]

SO..... FUN! i have a 17 year old and she is going to love these. they will be so fun for the big dances. you're amazing.
ann, pixie girl quilts

[ann pixie girl quilts]

SO..... FUN! i have a 17 year old and she is going to love these. they will be so fun for the big dances. you're amazing.
ann, pixie girl quilts

[Rhonna]

congrats, girl!
so happy for you...& they are so cool!
WTG!
R

[Katy Sanders]

Congradulations Heather. I am so excited to order finally. I have been waiting for this day to come. Abby just loves those little things and I don't mind them either. Great Job!!!!!