It's been another busy week here at the farm...and with harvest season quickly approaching...the pressure is on to complete the ever-growing to-do list.
Even though we don't have any little ones at home, I still LOVE looking at all the wonderful baby inspired items on Etsy.com! Here are a few of my favorites & the sellers are sharing a little bit about themselves also.
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Halloween is just around the corner...and what better way to celebrate than an adorable dress for your little one? This little dress is ready to wear, and at $20 is a real steal!
What are the inspirations for your designs?You'll notice a lot of little girls' things in my shop, but I have no daughters (and hence no models!). I am mommy to one very energetic little boy, but I'm also an aunt to 5 little girls. My inspiration comes mainly from them and the daydream of a baby girl that I may have one day. She'll be very well dressed!
How did you stumble upon Etsy?I'm not sure I remember how I originally found Etsy, it may have been when I was planning my wedding, but I've only just started selling on Etsy. I've been sewing for about 10 years when I can- I teach 5th grade full time, so sewing is reserved for weekends and vacations while my son naps. I've found sewing to be a form of therapy... when I stitch I can just zone out everything else. I made a few dresses for friends, which led to a small craft fair, from there I joined forces with other local crafters to do bigger craft shows, host in home trunk shows and now sell on Etsy.
What is your favorite handmade item you have ever received/bought?
My mom has been a long time collector of handmade artist teddy bears and I've always taken an interest in these works of art, going with her to shows, meeting artists, attending workshops, etc. As her taste in teddy bears has matured, mine has as well (and become a little too expensive!). For my son's first birthday, my mom worked with my favorite artist for a design your own teddy bear in which she chose the fur, eyes, clothes, everything. She presented him to me with a note from the artist declaring the bear's name to be Wyatt, he was named after my son.
Pictured Listing: http://www.etsy.com/listing/52515811/vintage-inspired-halloween-pillowcase
See more great items from this seller @ http://megmcd423.etsy.com
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Chunky Chooky must have a fantastic imagination! The items in this shop are extremely imaginative & full of fantasy! Just what little ones need in toys. Wabbit Joe would make a great friend for life for any little one toddling around.
Pictured Listing: http://www.etsy.com/listing/25742449/wabbit-joe
See more great items from this seller @ http://chunkychooky.etsy.com
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Petra of
Mami Made It has a great eye for design! Her items have a very vintage romantic feeling to it. Her bunnies remind me of items my grandmother used to make. Any mother-to-be would be lucky to receive a bunny for her little bun in the oven!
What are the inspirations for your designs?I see things in shops or in the net which are nice and lovely but wouldn’t it be better to change this and make it upside down and the inside out. I always want to improve things. After some time of drawing patterns and making notes, I ask myself if I would want to have such an item and if yes i try to make it.
How did you stumble upon Etsy?A friend of mine makes jewelries and asked for my help to open a shop at etsy because she is not so good with computers. That’s the first time I heard about this platform.
What is your favorite handmade item you have ever received/bought?I remember my mom made a nightgown for me which looks like a princess dress. I got it at christmas when I was 10 or 11 years old and I wore it for 2 weeks till school began after the holidays.
Pictured Listing: http://www.etsy.com/listing/34125372/pinky-bunny-with-bow-bag-and-heart-pink
See more items from this seller @ http://MamiMadeIt.etsy.com
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Little Toad has some amazing talent for design! Planning a baby shower or are you in need of some great baby announcements? Little Toad also does Save the Dates, Wedding & Engagement cards, birthday...and everything in between.
Seymour the Stork Shower Invites are only $40 for a pack of 20!
What are the inspirations for your designs? Most of my designs come from friends and family. They tell me what they want cards for and can't find in the stores.Plus they are the best focus group you could ask for if they like it it sells, if they don't they'll tell you:)
How did you stumble upon Etsy? My friend (who runs the great shop uglyclothes) found it first and was selling a few months before I joined in!
What is your favorite handmade item you have ever received/bought? Oh don't make me choose:) I love all things handmade especially when it's a freind that makes it. But if I choose my favorite Etsy item I have bought it would be the yeti's from this shop they look over me while I create!http://www.etsy.com/transaction/28077643
Pictured Listing: http://www.etsy.com/listing/48306031/special-delivery-baby-shower-invites-set
Find more great items by this seller @ http://littletoad.etsy.com
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Little Sapling Toys are not only wonderful (a lost art of woodwork toys!), but eco conscious as well! They plant a tree for every toy sold. It was hard to choose my favorite toy from their store to put in this feature! So here goes...The Off Roading Toy set really grabbed my attention! At $30 for a set of 2 trucks & 3 boulders...this is the DEAL OF THE DAY!
What are the inspirations for your designs?The inspirations for our designs come from the natural beauty of the wood itself and watching our own children develop.
How did you stumble upon Etsy? I stumbled upon Etsy while searching online for handmade Christmas gift ideas. I found my first craft blog which linked to this inspiring craft community and Etsy. It was an overwhelming discovery of possibility.
What is your favorite handmade item you have ever received/bought? I love to trade with other artisans on Etsy, so I love all the items I have received from that.
Pictured Listing: http://www.etsy.com/listing/52485758/organic-off-roading-toy-two-trucks-and
See more great items from this seller @ http://littlesaplingtoys.etsy.com
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At
Blue Elephant Stitches, you can find items in any price range that will fit perfectly in your little bundle of joy's nursery!
This baby quilt is by far my favorite! And at $110, you won't find anything in stores like this gem!
What are the inspirations for your designs?I'm often inspired by the bright happy colors of the fabric and try to find simple yet effective designs. Flickr and many quilting blogs are a great source of inspiration as well.
How did you stumble upon Etsy? I stumbled upon Etsy through a link from another blog. It's been a few years so I don't know where it was. I shopped on Etsy for a long time before I began to entertain the idea of starting my own shop. Once I realized how easy and risk-free it was, I decided to jump in and haven't looked back since.
What is your favorite handmade item you have ever received/bought? Hmmm... I haven't received or bought that many handmade items since I make lots of things myself. One that comes to mind right now would be the quilt that my mom made for my first child.
Pictured Listing: http://www.etsy.com/listing/49065108/handmade-modern-baby-quilt
See more great items from this seller @ http://blueelephantstitch.etsy.com
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Cold weather will soon be here...so why not dress your little ones head is something that will stop traffic?! This cupcake hat will not only keep your little ones noggin warm, but will definately attract a lot of "oohs & ahhs".
What are the inspirations for your designs?I work with children and get a lot of my inspiration from them. Their role play, spontaneous interactions and imagination can be drawn on as inspiration.
How did you stumble upon Etsy? I found etsy many years ago and became a buyer. I purchased a few supplies, but time did not allow for any more exploration, although I was very involved in crafts and craft sales. After having a car accident and being off work, I returned to Etsy as a seller. I still continue to do craft sales, festivals and fairs as well as Etsy.
What is your favorite handmade item you have ever received/bought? My favorite/ most cherished handmade item is a unfinished afghan that my grandmother was working on and was unable to finish before she passed away.
Pictured listing: http://www.etsy.com/listing/29830296/cupcake-hat-with-pink-icing
Find more great deals @ http://rockybird7.etsy.com
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There are so many great sellers on Etsy.com It is my pleasure to spread the love, especially when they are such great items! Thanks to everyone who was willing to participate in this blog feature!
Cheers,
Jess
Nutshell Farms
Hidden Gate Designs
