Show #14 – Momtrepreneur Carri from Binsi
January 17th, 2006
Great Expectations??? If you are expecting a baby or know somebody who is, you’ll want to meet Carri from Binsi. This momtrepreneur and her team are changing the look and feel of labour! In boutique news My Fitting Room launches their new website. Georgie Tees is having a sale on maternity & children’s tees! Congratulations to Sam & Steve at the SGSHOW who recently aired their 25th show. In the Auction Scramble this week: Can you say Flower Power? Our Accessory Scramble features a lovely – a sewn flower fringe bracelet.
Don’t forget to enter to win a Binsi tutu skirt and a Binsi Thankini – the winner must be expecting a baby, join our Boutique Café© mailing list, and email us their due date. (Winner will be randomly drawn late this week.)
January 17th, 2006 at 9:16 pm
What an great idea! Almost makes me want to be pregnant again.
Thanks for sharing this company with us Daria. We all need to run like wildfire to Carrie’s site.
And thanks so much for promoting My Fitting Room. You rock!
Amy
January 18th, 2006 at 1:42 am
Hi BC,
I listen to every show but I never post. I couldn’t help myself this time because your show just gets better and better. I loved the binsi stuff, what a great idea. I’m sorry about your miscarriage daria, I don’t know you but I listen to you each week and you’re a sweetie. hang in there.
Thank you for all the great shows.
Tasha Bignell
January 18th, 2006 at 1:44 am
I didn’t know there was any alternate to hospital gowns! I am totally bummed that I didn’t have binsi when I was having babies they are cute. Loved the show.
((((((Daria))))))) thinking of you.
Maxine
January 18th, 2006 at 11:29 am
I really enjoyed the most recent show – sure wish I’d known about Binsi before I had my last baby. I’m sorry to hear about your pregnancy loss – I’ll keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
Keep up the great work with Boutique Cafe, I look forward to hearing it each week!
Smiles,
Melissa
January 18th, 2006 at 11:00 pm
Thank you all for your wonderful comments! I’ll be watching the dialog, so feel free to ask questions. For those that wished they’d known about Binsi – you never know… We were very surprised by this baby, so we’ll be here for you if the time arises!
Best,
Carri
January 19th, 2006 at 12:04 am
Loved the show – no surprise because BC is the best! Carri I just wonder how you decided on the name Binsi for your product? Does it mean something or have some significance to you? I think it’s wonderful and I’m recommending your skirts to all my preggo friends.
Boutique Cafe Junkie – Meg
January 19th, 2006 at 12:19 am
Another wonderful show Daria! Now I can’t wait to get pregnant again so I can try out some binsi wear! What an awesome innovation – great work Carri!
~Becky
January 19th, 2006 at 12:59 am
Hi Daria!
Just listened to Boutique Cafe, and I have to tell you, every week it just gets better and better. Sorry to hear about your loss. I hope you are doing OK. I think Boutique Cafe and the network you are forming from it is just wonderful. You are doing a champion job!
My best to you and your family,
Barb
January 19th, 2006 at 1:01 am
Hi Daria~
I listened to the podcast. Carrie is amazing and came up with an AWESOME idea!!! I am so not looking forward to those AWFUL hospital gowns. I was so embarrassed when I had Allie and my BOOTIE was hanging out!
My due date is June 10th. I’m off to look through the baby name book with Phil, now that we know what we are having it’ll be much easier to decide on a name.
Hugs Daria!
Laurie
January 19th, 2006 at 12:54 pm
First off, thanks Daria for mentioning our site, georgie tees. My girlfriend and I started the business only recently and the increase in traffic put a smile on our faces. Now if we could just figure out how to bring in some orders…
And second, Binsi has fantastic products! What an absolutely perfect idea. I just had our little George three months ago and wish I would have had a Binsi outfit. We’re planning on one more to make it an even four, so I’ll be sure and visit when the time comes.
One question for Carrie: How were you able to make celebrities aware of your product? We think our shirts are something celeb moms (and babies) would love but aren’t sure the best way to get the word out. Your advice would be welcome!
Thanks for a great site, Daria!
Love ya!
Em
January 19th, 2006 at 1:37 pm
Hey Meg! Thanks for the kudos! I came up with the name because I wanted something short and cute, and started with a B. The original logo had the B as a pregnant belly. Unfortunately, it is a made up word that only means wonderful labor and birth apparel.
Thanks for all your recommendations!
Hugs!
Carri
January 20th, 2006 at 2:42 pm
Hi Daria,
I just want to thank you personally for doing such an amazing job with your podcasts. The The subjects are timely and relevant, and are always interesting!
I’ve supported the boutique community (as a buyer) on eBay for years – almost from the beginning (I remember when $60.00 was A LOT to pay for an outfit – LOL), and never could have imagined how huge and all encompassing the community really could grow – it seems like there are opportunities that encompass every aspect of “the business” that is devoted to children’s couture. What’s best is being able to support small businesses, and moms in particular!
Thanks again for the fantastic work, it is very much appreciated!
Kindest Regards,
Darcie
January 24th, 2006 at 6:00 pm
Hello, I found you via BE. Great site!
January 7th, 2010 at 11:50 am
Enjoyed listening to the interview. I discovered your site only recently and am digging into the archives to listen some more. I had the privilege of interviewing Carrie and Kimberley a few years ago – both savvy business women with a good product.