Oh, China

Well, I have mentioned the new 'b' blanket coming next month from China. Since I can drive 15 minutes to my WooBee manufacturer the whole experience of working with a factory in China has been very enlightening. There are many challenges including quality control, shipping (duties, harmonization codes, ect), cultural challenges, and minimums. Not to mention the timing. I will need to place another PO before the first order is even shipped out.

I have recently found out that there is a very large percentage of my new product that has flaws in the fabric. They are only 1 or 2 small dots, but it is just enough for me not to be able to sell that product to retailers and my distributors. What does that means for shoppers on my website? There will be cheap 'b' blanket "samples" for sale on the site. Stay tuned for a smokin' deal on these very cool blankets.

Recession? I Prefer Recess

Last year when I was looking into my crystal ball, projecting the enormous growth I could almost taste, this wasn't exactly the financial environment I saw the world in. Though I am grateful for having a great product line that people feel is worth their hard earned money (gotta love your Rain or Shine Kids all-weather WooBee). I am also grateful for my international distributors in Singapore where despite the warm climate, families love Rain or Shine Kids products, and Japan is getting into their testing right now which is a lengthy and expensive process, but the market is ripe for cool baby gear/items and Rain or Shine Kids is getting fantastic response. I guess gratitude is pouring out of me because I am over the top grateful that my new Urban black WooBee is available and the new 'b' blankets will be here at the end of next month (hopefully) and they look fantastic! Here are some pictures of all (missing is the Squares 'b' blanket).

Bottom line, times are hard but when a company can experience growth during times like these you just know that the future is very bright, and Rain or Shine Kids future is gleaming. I wish the best of luck to all those companies, employees, and small businesses that are struggling. What goes down must come up so hang on!