just plain cute stuff
I’m in love with Etsy. I love unique, handmade items. My main Etsy problem (aside from the fact that I can’t afford a new love) is that much like Ebay I find it overwhelming. There is just so much stuff! It is difficult to browse because of the sheer volume. I do try to browse now and then because I can do it one handed (leaving the other hand free for baby holding). I thought I would share some of the things I’ve come across that I thought were neat since it is the gift buying season and we all have sisters, friends, moms, aunts, etc for whom we want to find something neat.
FYI – I stole all photos from the sales sites without permission. I’m going to split it into a few posts because it will be photo and link heavy. The first is less Etsy love and more Guatemamas making some shoe money love.
Melanie, one of our own Guatemamas, has some super cute things.
Love the skull and crossbones fabric – girlie things with non-girlie elements give me a little thrill!
And this isn’t etsy love, but while throwing around some adoption momma love, Holly makes the best Kick Ass bows I’ve seen around. I love the grinch:
And of course the Guatemalan flag bow:
But she will basically make anything your little heart desires. Unfortunately, she can’t make your daughter KEEP the bows in her hair. Sigh.
Lou makes some seriously cute outfits (and has some seriously cute kiddos). I’m thinking the next professional photos we have done, I will save some extra pennies and get Sabrina and Tessa coordinating outfits from Lou.
And Tera is doing blog design and some of the cutest holiday card designs I’ve seen! Really good looking stuff! (And isn’t Emma the cutest?)
Your title is spot on! Definite cute stuff!
That is some cute stuff! Thanks for reminding me that I wanted to check out Tera’s site for my Holiday cards
I adore etsy too—I think it’s my lack of arts and crafts skillz and the admiration of other people’s….
Oooh – how fun to see my little dress on your blog. Thanks, Michelle! Just a little note too… I’m doing free shipping for anyone who reads my blog. I’ll extend that to your blog too. Just convo me first people and I’ll set up a custom listing for you with no shipping charge.
Love the other stuff too! I am planning on doing lots of Christmas shopping from Etsy (or other handmade shops) to support the small independent businesses! Thanks for the ideas!
Yup! I have purchased from all these gals, although not yet rom Lou Lou’ s new handmade beauties. (after the holidays, when she ahs rested, I hope to get some Roll Tide gear!)
You are a wonderful mom and so sweet to promote these wonderful moms who are making some shoe money. I can’t wait to see your other suggestions!
Oh my goodness…what a fun surprise to pop in for a visit and to see one of my cards!! You are so sweet, Michelle…THANK YOU so much!!
I was not aware of LOU…so, thank you for posting about her. Cute outfits, LOU. I will have to pay her a visit.
I LOVE Etsy too!! I agree with it being overwhelming. One thing that I hope they will incorporate is a more advanced search option. : ) That would help me so much!
My Christmas shopping was 98% Etsy. I received the bracelet I ordered for my niece last night and if it were bigger I would have stolen it for myself.
I personally have a new bag to list this afternoon if the candy will allow.
Duh, Michelle, that’s my shopping blog exists! It’s all etsy and handmade stuff and I do all the work for you, weeding out the fug stuff! 🙂
http://www.ohhowlovely.net/shops
Think any of these ladies would be interested in doing giveaway/features on the blog? I hold them weekly. Just a thought!
Thanks for the shout out, Michelle!!! You know I would love to make something special for your little girlies anytime!