Etsy Baby Shower

Welcome Baby Benjamin!!!

2011-01-09T16:44:00.000-05:00

Congratulations to Cindy,
introducing beautiful Benjamin Robert, born on December 28th, 2010!!

Best wishes from the Etsy Baby Shower!!!

Happy Holidays from Etsy Baby Shower

2010-12-27T10:16:00.001-05:00

I sincerely hope that everyone is having a Happy Holidays! Please remember to stay safe and enjoy the times!
Love,
Etsy Baby Shower

Happy Holiday Weekend!

2010-11-24T08:48:00.000-05:00

Hello everyone!
I wanted to wish everyone a safe and happy holiday weekend! Lot's of Love and Thanks to go around!

Also, Runnerbean sent a picture of her baby shower gift that she sent, this BEAUTIFUL mother's necklace!!!

Here is to beautiful items, safe shopping, great eats! If anyone needs anything, please do not hesitate to contact me!

Lot's of Love,

Etsy Baby Shower, a.k.a. Jess

How is The Shower Going?

2010-11-18T22:02:00.000-05:00

Hi Everyone!

I do apologize for such a late post, shame on me! I am sure that we are all crazy busy with the holiday season, but the matches were made about a month ago, emails sent. If you are having any problems, please let me know ASAP so I can see what we can work out. If you have emailed me in the past week, I will get back to you this weekend about donating for the next shower. On that note...

As enjoyable of an experience as this has been, I would be lying if I said I could do this by myself again the next go around starting in January. I HAVE to have another volunteer or two to help or take over. I want the next shower to be even more successful, as it will benefit us all!!! Please email me at etsybabyshower@gmail.com if you are interested.

Also, please, take pictures of the product you are sending your expectant or new mommy and send them to me, so that I can post your beautiful products to our Flickr album and the blog!

Lot's of Love,
A Nursing Reminder...a.k.a. Jess

My Sweet Bee

Update

2010-10-19T18:34:00.000-04:00

Hola,
I am sitting here typing this with one hand (my baby is nursing right now), and wanted to apologize for the delays in emails and matching. Every time I go to work on this project, you know...life...a kid wants something to eat...or drink...or a diaper change...you know...they have this radar that mommy is busy...
In any case! My husband was home this weekend (we are military, so this can be a rarity), which is another reason why my deadline needed to be extended. Again, please accept my apologies! I am in the process of matching, which to explain the process right now I am tying up loose ends, such as who sells what, to make sure that nobody gets a mama that sells the same thing! :-) Like, if you make a mother's necklace, I don't want to pair you up with someone that makes...mother's necklaces. Also had some last minute donating shops, which is great, so thank you thank you thank you! In the meantime, check out some of our donating shops below.

Lot's of Love,
Jess

Wild Mother Arts

Maple Shade Kids

Kit Kat Creations, Inc

Donating Shop and Mama's Closed

2010-10-16T17:15:00.000-04:00

Hello everyone!
This weekend I have been tying up all of the information gathered and have begun to match donating shops and the expecting mothers! With that said, the lists are closed until our Baby Shower that will start in January. Everyone should be hearing from me via email on Monday, and please feel free to contact me at any point in time with questions. Thank you for all of your time, I appreciate it!!! P.S. if you are a donating shop please send me your bio with pictures, we want to hear about your story!!!

Lot's of Love,
Jess
http://anursingreminder.etsy.com

Meet Rebecca from Li'L Peeper Keepers!

2010-10-13T09:00:00.000-04:00

I am wife to the most wonderful Preacher husband in the world and a SAH homeschooling mama of 5 - ages 8, 6, 4, 1, and a baby girl in Heaven.

Babywearing just makes sense . . . for you and your baby. They need security, you need your hands, and you both enjoy the time to cuddle. The security of a child held close is a reminder to me of the most precious facet of my life -- the eternal security that I have in my salvation through Jesus Christ.

We sell three different types of carriers - the ring sling, the pouch sling, and the baby wrap. I personally use all three types and appreciate them for different reasons! For simplicity, I like a pouch. For versatility, I’d choose a ring sling. For hiking, I’d probably reach for my wrap. To help newbies to babywearing, a Li'l Peeper Keepers DVD has been designed that covers basic use instructions for each carrier type and comes free with purchase of a carrier. We offer basic to deluxe, from simply beautiful linen slings and gauze wraps, to our Artist Series, where art meets sewing!

Every baby deserves to be held close – give the gift of babywearing today!

Thank you so much Rebecca for sharing your story!

Meet Tracy from RunnerBean!

2010-10-07T08:44:00.000-04:00

I'm Tracy, and I've been interested in art and crafts since I was little, drawing horses before Saturday morning cartoons, crafting tiny books about Quacky, my pet duck (I grew up in rural Maine and yes, I really did have a pet duck!), and weaving baskets of rope and yarn. Now I live in Vermont, and am a part time freelance graphic designer, and full time stay at home mom to an amazing 2 year old little girl - in my free time, I love to create very intricate things.

I opened my shop, runnerbean, a few years ago, looking for a place to sell some of my creations - mostly paper creations, but I occasionally throw in some jewelry pieces that are made with silver wire work. I also make little 3d paper dolls sculpted with rolled paper. I love the challenge of working very small.

I participated in an Etsy Baby Shower about two years ago when I was pregnant with my daughter, and have wanted to participate as a donating shop since then. Now, I'm expecting again (and due in two weeks!) and am thrilled to be participating this time as both a donating shop and as an expectant mom.

Thank you so much Tracy! Your work is amazing!

Calling all Etsy Mom Shops!

2010-10-04T10:31:00.000-04:00

Hello everyone! I would love to have everyone matched to their expecting Mama's by October 15th!
However, I would also love to have a few more donating shops (hint hint!) We currently have 10 expecting mothers, and 10 donating shops. I think it would be really nice for the mothers to have 3 gifts each. I wish everyone a great week!
Lots of Love,
Jess

Meet Handmade Precious Gifts!

2010-09-30T06:29:00.000-04:00

Hi there! Donna is one of our Donating Shops for the Fall 2010 Shower, making beautiful crocheted gifts:

Hi my name is Donna and ever since I can remember I have always loved making crafts. My grandmother taught me to crochet when I was 10 years old and I have been hooked ever since. I also love the beach, the sand and the sounds of the ocean which I live close to. I have been married for over 26 years, to my husband who is my best friend.

I attended the Summer Etsy Baby Shower as a spectator, just to learn more about it and thought it was a great idea. I am excited to be participating as a donating shop this time around.

My shop Handmade Precious Gift was started after attending my niece’s baby shower. I make crocheted dresses, sweaters, blankets, hats and booties. Most of my items start out with a pattern, but I always end up changing something to make it unique and my own creation. I just love making baby items, I think they make the perfect gift, my favorite is the little girl dresses.

Thank you,

Donna

Thank you Donna, your work is amazing! Please, if you are a donating shop, email me your bio so you can be featured too!

Lot's of Love,

Jess

Introducing and Nora and Liam!

2010-09-29T06:31:00.000-04:00

Congratulations to Jenn, a recipient from our summer shower, for welcoming her beautiful babies,
Nora Ailene, and Liam Xavier on August 23rd, 2010! They weighed in at 6lbs 8oz, and 7lbs 5oz!

Mo & Ozzy

2010-09-17T21:14:00.000-04:00

Hi everyone! Before I start, I wanted to apologize for the earlier post, my youngest son Noah came down with a virus, so I did not get a chance to send out emails. They will go out this week, and thank you to those who have emailed me thus far!

On another note, I would like to introduce Monica from Mo & Ozzy on Etsy, who is a wonderful and kind lady, and who I had the pleasure of donating a bracelet to in the last shower! Thank you Monica for sharing your story!

I'm Monica McDonald and I'm a yarn addict. And a shoe addict. And a paper addict. And, well, you get the idea! I have a tendancy to be a hesitant person, but once I jump in the pool, I don't get out!
I was raised in beautiful, rainy, grey and green Western Washington, but somehow ended up in the mountains and desert in Utah! The things we do for love, huh? I've got a great, sweet, handsome hubby who is a great dad to our two boys. I participated in the Summer Etsy Baby Shower as both a donating shop and a recipient. It was a great experience and I'm so excited to donate again for fall!
My shop, Mo & Ozzy, started after my first son was born. I had been an elementary school teacher before he was born, and now, as a stay at home mom, I was lonely, isolated, and feeling down. I made a caterpillar hat for him and had tons of compliments. I'd made hats back in college, so I got down to work, designed and made a few more and started my shop! It was a great pick me up for me to feel productive and I found crochet super relaxing. I've made lots of amazing friends in the handmade community and continue to love every minute of it!
My shop specializes in hats, of course, and includes acrylic winter hats, cotton hats for warmer weather, and wool hats. I also create sweaters, booties, dresses, leg warners, bags, and hair accessories. I design each item and don't work from patterns. I prefer the challenge and freedon of figuring things out on my own and changing them as I go!

Thank you Monica! If you are a donating shop, please send me a bio so that I can feature you in an upcoming blog!

Lots of Love,

Jess...a.k.a. The Etsy Baby Shower

Confirmation

2010-09-14T09:00:00.000-04:00

Hi everyone,
Today I am going to be sending out a confirmation email if you have signed up to participate, just to make sure you are still in. Then the matching can begin! I am very excited, and if you have any questions, please feel free to ask, and we can get this going before the holiday rush! Let the fun begin!

Speaking of fun, if you are a donating shop this year, please send me a bio of you and your shop and some great pictures, so I can brag about you!

Lots of Love,
Jess
http://anursingreminder.etsy.com

Fall 2010 Let's Go!

2010-09-03T15:50:00.000-04:00

Hi everybody! I hope everyone is doing great, and is going to have a wonderful Labor Day weekend!
(I'm a big fan of exclamation points). I wanted to give you some updates on a few things I was working on.

I rearranged the blog a little bit, to help me organize my thoughts a little bit, and I hope you enjoy the new clickable pages on the top!
I have been reading over the emails I have been receiving, and if I was delayed in responding, I do apologize!
We are currently looking for Etsy donating shops! If you would like to be a donating shop, please email me at etsybabyshower@gmail.com, and include:

Your name, your Etsy shop
email address
What you make!

Donating shops must be willing to donate a gift, free of charge (including shipping) to the mom they are assigned. In return, we help to promote your shop through different activities. We blog about your shop, include pictures of your gifts in our Flickr Album, and run other activities on Etsy to promote you!
Mothers that want to participate in this baby shower, the eligibility dates for your baby to be born are September 1st-December 31st 2010, and you must be Etsy members.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me through the etsybabyshower@gmail.com, or through my Etsy Store, A Nursing Reminder, which by default I tend to be on throughout the day.

Thank you and Lot's of Love!!!

-Jess

Baby Shower Update: Hello!

2010-08-24T13:52:00.000-04:00

Hi everybody,
It's me, Jessica, from ANursingReminder! I am your next Etsy Baby Shower Host, and want to say what an honor it is to be your new host, and I want to thank Deniz and Jessica for all the work they have done!
With that said, I am going to be spending the next few days going over all of the information that I have, and if you would like to donate and/or participate, please email me at etsybabyshower@gmail.com
I am looking forward to working with everyone!!!

Lots of Love,
Jess

Etsy Baby Shower Update

2010-08-01T13:01:00.000-04:00

Hello everyone!
As you may know, Deniz and I are passing the hosting torch for the upcoming Etsy Baby Shower. She and I are both expecting babies and would like to participate as "moms". As it would be a conflict of interest for us to both host and receive gifts, we must step down as hosts. Thanks for your patience while the change over happens! It's been a lot of fun for us to host and we have enjoyed getting to know all of you. Feel free to keep up with Deniz and I!

Deniz - Decorative Labels
Etsy Shop
Facebook
Twitter
Blog

Jessica - BuggaLove

Etsy Shop
Facebook
Twitter
Blog

Birth Announcement!

2010-07-08T12:05:00.000-04:00

We'd like to welcome...

MALCOM VINT

Born on June 17, 2010

9 lbs 5 oz

21 inches

Congratulations!

Meet Shannon from Gillyweeds

2010-06-28T08:00:00.001-04:00

Hi! My name is Shannon Gilbride, and I'm the wahm behind Gillyweeds. I am a busy mom of six, who loves to crochet, knit, and scrapbook. My love of these things led me to open my shop on Etsy. I make hand knitted and crocheted children's clothing, diapering woolens, and other items. I offer hand made greeting cards for all occasions, as well as the Gillyweeds Bottoms Up Crocheted soaker pattern.

This is my first time participating in the shower, and I'm very excited to be a part of it! For the baby shower, I crocheted a wool soaker and hat, perfect for a newborn. Wool makes a wonderful, naturally breathable and waterproof barrier, keeping baby cool in the summer, and warm in the winter. It is naturally antiseptic, meaning it only needs washing when it is visibly soiled, saving on laundry! Diaper covers and clothing made of wool keep baby dry, and can be used over cloth diapers, as well as disposable.

You can find Gillyweeds at http://www.etsy.com/shop/gillyweeds, http://www.hyenacart.com/gillyweeds, and on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/gillyweeds. Check out the Etsy HC Street Team blog I am a member of as well, for some other wonderful wahms who have both Etsy and Hyenacart shops: http://etsyhcteam.blogspot.com/

I am taking a short summer break, but I will be using my Facebook page to announce my Fall specials. Please connect with Gillyweeds today!

Birth Announcment!

2010-06-27T08:00:00.002-04:00

We'd like to welcome...

AVERY NOELLE

Born on June 12, 2010

3:45 PM

7 lbs 3 oz

20.5 inches

Congratulations!

Meet Cindy from Embroidery By Cindy

2010-06-26T08:00:00.000-04:00

My name is Cindy and I'm mom to a 3 year-old daughter and am expecting a baby in December. A few years ago I got an embroidery machine so that I could make cute shirts and things for my daughter. Soon I was getting requests to make things for her little friends. Last year I expanded my business to Etsy and Facebook and became a member of EtsyKids.

Embroidery By Cindy offers personalized embroidered and appliqued items for babies and children, including birthday shirts, sibling sets, and
monogrammed bodysuits and baby bloomers. I have many designs and fonts available, and love creating custom items.

This is the second Etsy Baby Shower that I have participated in. This season I donated an applique whale bodysuit.

http://EmbroideryByCindy.etsy.com
http://www.facebook.com/EmbroideryByCindy

Birth Announcment!

2010-06-25T08:00:00.000-04:00

We'd like to welcome...

MICAH

Born at home on March 27, 2010

4:03 AM

8 lbs 13 oz

20.5 inches

Congratulations!

Meet Cortney from Cort's Things

2010-06-24T08:00:00.000-04:00

Hi! I am Cortney from Cort’s Things. I am a stay at home mom of 2 and I started making things for my 9 year old daughter because I have a hard time finding things I like for her. Soon people started asking me to make things for them and I eventually decided to open a shop. I plan on adding lots of new things this year and I am very excited to grow and expand my shop.

I donated a bib to 2 expecting moms for this baby shower. I love my bibs because they are soft and reversible which means you actually get 2 bibs in 1.

Side 1 Side 2

In honor of the Etsy Baby Shower I will be offering FREE shipping on any order placed through August using the code "Etsy Baby Shower" in the Message to Seller section at checkout.

You can find me on
Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/cortsthings
Etsy at http://www.cortsthings.etsy.com

Announcing the Winner of the Blog Giveaway

2010-06-23T08:00:00.002-04:00

CONGRATULATIONS TO THE WINNER OF THE ETSY BABY SHOWER BLOG GIVEAWAY!

Random.org chose #3.....

TSCRAPPER

Jessica from BuggaLove will be in touch about your prize! Thanks so much for everyone who entered!

Meet Kristen from Banana Bottoms Cloth Diapers

2010-06-22T08:00:00.002-04:00

Hi, I’m Kristen from Banana Bottoms Cloth Diapers. I am a SAHM to 4 children and got started making cloth diapers when my oldest was born. I love to use bamboo and organic cotton fabrics and find these to be a fantastic fabric choice for cloth diapering. I have started offering cloth training pants, which are a big hit and have recently added organic blankets and burp cloths and eco friendly cloth play scenes for the bigger kids.

This is my second time participating in the Etsy Baby Shower and this time around I donated a burp cloth made from Cloud9’s organic cotton ‘Meadow’ print. It is generously sized at approximately 10” by 15” and can even serve as a changing pad in a pinch. It is backed with a thick and soft certified organic cotton flannel making this a perfect addition to an eco-friendly layette.

I am looking forward to expanding my organic layette selections, as well as expanding my natural and eco-friendly toys collection, in time for the holiday season.

Through the end of July, my organic blankets and burp cloths are on sale.

You can find me:
http://www.bananabottoms.etsy.com
http://www.facebook.com/bananabottoms
http://www.bananabottoms.blogspot.com

Meet Darlene from Darcey Lane Designs

2010-06-21T08:00:00.007-04:00

Hi, I'm Darlene from Darcey Lane Designs. I’m a SAHW, who watches her grandsons (Joey 2 ½ and Tyler 1) during the week. I have two granddaughters Jordyn 4 and Madyson 1. I have a great husband. My passion is sewing for kids, but that doesn't stop me there, I also do interior sewing like window treatments, pillows and table runners.

I have been sewing and selling online for almost 4 years. I started out making birthday dress/ outfits for little girls and some boys. I let the parents tell me what they want (color, theme etc.) and we go from there. This has been my biggest seller. I want to start selling more dresses and outfits.

This is the first time I have participated in the Etsy baby Shower. I gave gifts to two babies, a boy and a girl. I made a bath towel and with his name on it for the boy. For the little girl, I made a pair of pink Sassy Ruffle Bloomers. Every little girl needs some ruffles.

I will be participating in a sale with GA Etsy team in June but don’t know the date as yet. But I will give a discount to anyone reading this blog, be sure to mention “baby shower” while checking out.

Etsy shop: http://www.etsy.com/shop/darceylanedesigns

Please join my face book fan page:

http://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Darcey-Lane-Designs/10150112990400481?ref=ts

Meet Judi from Tiki Tales

2010-06-20T08:00:00.003-04:00

Judi from TikiTales is an illustrator, author self-publisher, designer and single mom and lives on Maui with her beautiful baby boy. She is also an independent high school teacher. Her students have included legendary watermen Matt Meola, Alex Mussolini, Ian Gentil & Kai Lenny, as well as sons of legendary musicians Willie Nelson and Pat Simmons (Doobie Brothers), and Metallica & Tragically Hip Producer Bob Rock's children.

Her children's books, and line of original patchwork Hawaiiana blankets & fine linens, plus boutique baby clothes & accessories are stocked in specialty stores across the Hawaiian islands.
Judi's "When I am Quiet on O'ahu" was nominated for a Reader's Choice Award and her "When I am Quiet on Maui" was selected for the 2006 and 2007 Maui Film Festival Celebrity Gift Baskets. Both are top-rated 5 out of 5 shakas by Joseph Bean of Maui Weekly. Her books were also selected for gift baskets for the Hawaii State Society's inaugural ball for President Obama in DC!

When she is not teaching, painting, writing, or sewing, Judi travels to island schools, stores and libraries and shares stories about the islands' rare, unusual and endangered species.

TikiTales features a collection of Tiki Tales & Cheeky Tales books, Happy Honu Comfort Gear clothing and linens, plus Hawaiian Sandwishes... all hand crafted on Maui with aloha. Some of the top selling products include the Luau twirly skirt, and "When I am Quiet on O'ahu" children's book.

This is the first Etsy Baby Shower for TikiTales. Judi will be donating two sets of a Travel silky and the just released Cheeky Tales "Absolutely Awesome Island Animals in Hawaiian & English" baby board book autographed by Cooper Riley.

Judi has offered blog readers free shipping and buy one, get one of equal or lesser value 50% off anything in her Etsy shop! Be sure to mention you saw the feature on the Etsy Baby Shower Blog in the message to seller portion when checking out.

www.etsy.com/shop/tikitales
http://www.tikitales.com/
http://www.cheekytales.com/
http://www.happyhonumaui.com/
http://www.sandwishes.com/
facebook fan page under construction: TikiTales

Meet Melissa from Sqrl & Bee Studio

2010-06-19T08:00:00.000-04:00

My name is Melissa and I'm the Sqrl of Sqrl & Bee Studio! I'm a graphic designer (I love doing custom birth announcements!) and fiber artist. And I love doing both equally. I got to participate as both a giver and a receiver here with the Etsy Baby shower. Since I'm due first with my first baby in July - it's a girl! And it's been a lot of fun. Here in the studio we make all kinds of things but I mostly work in fiber - wool mostly.Bright colors, simple forms, and adorable faces simply popped out of the wool and felting needles right into my hands! They are made from sustainably farmed wool and colored with non-toxic dyes — so they are friendly to both kids and the environment. I would have to say my best selling product would be my mobiles.

Shop :: http://www.etsy.com/shop/sqrlbee
Blog :: http://www.sqrlbee.blogspot.com/
Site :: http://www.sqrlbee.com/felties/shop/

Announcing our Blog Giveaway!

2010-05-29T08:00:00.006-04:00

We're excited to announce that we'll be hosting an Etsy Baby Shower BLOG GIVEAWAY! Sponsoring this giveaway is Jessica from BuggaLove! Currently one of the shower hosts, Jessica has participated in the Etsy Baby Shower for over 3 years. She's had the opportunity to be a donating shop, a receiving mom, and has had the privilege of co-hosting the past couple of baby shower with Deniz from DecorativeLabels.

Jessica is the owner and designer behind BuggaLove. Formerly a higher education administrator, Jessica decided to become a stay-at-home-mom in December 2006. Seeking a creative outlet, she established an online selling presence in March 2007. Jessica creates each product in her home studio in Red Hill, PA.

Where does BuggaLove come from?

"In our home 'Bugga' means baby. And we sure do love Buggas in our house! Our first BuggaLove, born September 2006, inspired my designs for my line of BuggApparel. Our second BuggaLove, born in August 2008, inspired my line of mobiles and wood wall letters. I'm happy to announce that our third Bugga is due in November 2010! And I can't wait to see what's inspired by this little one!"

What will I win?

Jessica is donating a set of her popular wood wall letters to the winner of this giveaway! This would make a wonderful gift for an expecting mom or great for your own child! You may choose one word or name in your choice of fonts and design scheme. Feel free to browse the BuggaLove Design Scheme Catalog to choose your favorite!

Giveaway Rules

1. You must be a member of Etsy. Be sure to put your Etsy username in the first comment you leave - we will be using Etsy conversations to contact you if you win!

2. You must be a US resident

How to Enter

You must do 2 of the following:

1. Follow this blog

2. Blog about this giveaway OR the Etsy Baby Shower

3. Grab our button and place it on the sidebar of your blog

4. Attend the Virtual Baby Shower on Etsy - June 16, 2010 at Noon-1pm Eastern (Etsy time)

5. Create a treasury on Etsy featuring the Etsy Baby Shower donating shops.

The treasury must include only shops who donated to the Summer 2010 Etsy Baby Shower. We will include the link here on the blog. Be sure to leave us the link! Please be sure that your treasury description includes a link to the blog and that your treasury title begins with "Etsy Baby Shower"

To get extra entries, you may do any of the following as well as the things listed above:

1. Attend the Virtual Baby Shower on Etsy - June 16, 2010 at Noon-1pm Eastern (Etsy time)

2. Tweet on Twitter about this giveaway - Limit one additional entry per day

Copy and paste: @buggalove ETSY BABY SHOWER GIVEAWAY!! I entered, how about you? http://etsybabyshower.blogspot.com

3. Follow the BuggaBlog

4. Become a friend of BuggaLove on Facebook

5. Follow BuggaLove on Twitter

6. Sign up for the BuggaLove Newsletter

7. Create a treasury on Etsy featuring the Etsy Baby Shower donating shops - Limit five additional entries

Be sure to comment each time you have an entry!

We will be using random.org to generate our winner!

Deadline for all Entries is

Friday, June 18, 2010 at MIDNIGHT (Eastern time).

We will announce our winner early the following week!

Meet Jess from The Joys of Jess

2010-05-28T08:00:00.002-04:00

Hi! I'm Jess from The Joys of Jess. I'm very excited to be both receiving and donating this time around in the etsy baby shower. In my etsy shop, I sell hand embroidered art for the home and donated a nursery decoration to the baby shower. I love embroidery and enjoy creating new things. My best selling item right now is my teacher's name, because it really does make a good teacher gift (trust me, I'm a teacher!). I offer free shipping on my embroidery all year long.

You can find me:
blogging: http://thejoysofjess.tumblr.com
tweeting: http://twitter.com/thejoysofjess

Meet Tonya from Tonya's Temptations

2010-05-27T08:00:00.001-04:00

I am Tonya, of Tonya's Temptations, married mother to three wild and crazy children. I started my shop because I love to create and sewing has become a wonderful creative outlet for me. I chose the name "Tonya's Temptations" because, after having two terrific boys, I had a girl. The fun, fantastic and wonderful clothing and dreamily cute items tempted me everywhere I went! I'd like to believe that the items I create have that same effect for my customers.

This is my first Etsy Baby Shower and I chose my Wooden Ring Ribbon Teethers to share with the moms. They are a wonderful option for a teething baby. The wood ring is smooth and hard for baby's mouth. The ribbons are super for exploring mouths and the fabric brings eye catching color and softness. For the month of June, I'm offering a special on Wooden Ring Ribbon Teethers. $6 per teether (refunded after purchase) just mention you found me on Etsy Baby Shower Blog!

I can be found at:

www.tonyastemptations.etsy.com

www.everythingivegot.blogspot.com

http://www.facebook.com/TonyasTemptations

Meet Christine from Paper Party Design Co.

2010-05-24T08:00:00.001-04:00

Hi, I’m Christine. I’m Mom to a great kid who’s 9 and re-married early last year. I made my own wedding invitations and the my business just took off from there. I really love making children’s products and party items and enjoy working with people to create their perfect party. I also started making the clothing dividers last year and they have been an incredibly hot selling product! Its been so fun to help people create a unique item for their nursery.

My best selling item definitely are my clothing dividers!

I participated in the last baby shower and it was great! Lots of wonderful Momma’s! I will be donating 2 sets of custom clothing dividers to this Etsy Baby Shower.

For the month of June, I will be offering a sale for etsy baby shower blog readers – buy 1 set of clothing dividers and get the second at half price!

www.paperpartydesignco.etsy.com

Meet Sue from Polar Bear Creations

2010-05-22T08:00:00.000-04:00

My name is Sue, I’m a stay at home mom of 3 great boys, happily married and currently living for 4 years in beautiful Florida before heading back to Canada.

I’m originally from Germany, where I was introduced to the Steiner/Waldorf Philosophy when my little sister attended a Waldorf school. That’s when I fell in love with Waldorf toys. The dolls with their simple, lovely faces give children lots of room for imaginative play. Creative playing helps children to develop nurturing and a sense of their own “self”. Isn’t that something we need more of in our world today??

I have always been creative, but since I had kids it has become more then just a little hobby on the side. I have many ideas for projects that I hope to realize in the near future.

My main focus these days is to create Waldorf inspired dolls and toys that are made with love and care, from natural materials, which are safe for children of all ages.

PolarBearCreations brings you Waldorf inspired dolls in a variety of sizes for different age groups and stuffed animals.

I use natural material in my creations, such as 100% cotton jersey knit, cotton terrycloth, cotton velour and cotton fabrics, mohair, sheep, bamboo and cotton wool and clean carded sheep wool for stuffing.

My best selling products are my Mini Babies, Bunny Blanky’s, Owls.

I have participated in the Etsy Baby Shower before and this time I am donating Mini Babies( ready-made and custom) to the moms.

I will be offering 10% off all purchases (without shipping cost) until the end of June. Please write EBSS in the message box at checkout.

Where you can find me:
www.polarbearcreations.etsy.com
www.polarbearcreations.com
www.polarbearcreations.blogspot.com
http://hyenacart.com/onestore.php?vid=2001&category=51
http://de.dawanda.com/shop/PolarBearCreations
http://www.facebook.com/PolarBearCreations?ref=nf

Meet Michele from Crochele

2010-05-21T08:00:00.001-04:00

I began crocheting as a young child. My grandmother taught me the very
basics so I was making pot holders and such (not very well lol). In 2007 I was pregnant and on bed rest and I was beyond bored. I decided to go to the local craft store and find something, anything, to keep me from going completely batty. As I passed by the yarn section I remembered that I knew how to crochet so I bought a cheap skein of yarn, a crochet hook and a small "How to Crochet" booklet. The feel of it came back to me fairly quickly but I didn't know how to do anything more than chain and turn. I had to idea how to read a pattern either! I jumped online and did some serious research and watched a TON of tutorials on crocheting. I began making blankets, hats and booties for the baby I was so impatiently waiting for. I slowly got better and began making items for family and friends' kids. Eventually my hubby advised me that I couldn't continue buying yarn to give away the things
I was making. SO that's when I decided to open up shop! I love what I do . I love making my customers happy with the lovelies I make :~). I prefer to do custom orders so that people don't feel like they are "settling" on something I have chosen the colors and styles for.

My best selling items are definitely my Baby Gladiator Sandals in summer and in winter I'd say it's my Newsboy caps and Bus Stop Booties.

This is my first time participating in the Etsy Baby Shower and I'm loving it! All of the mommies are so sweet and I'm thrilled to be making them something for their babies.

I am donating to eight mommies so I haven't decided on all of the items yet. I will be giving them mostly winter items since most are due at the end of summer. I want them to be able to use them for a little while. Most likely Bus Stop Booties and Newsboy Caps.

In honor of the Etsy Baby Shower I will be offering 10% off and FREE shipping on any order placed through August using the code "Etsy Baby Shower" in the Message to Seller section at checkout. This includes any item in my shop!

http://www.crochele.etsy.com
http://www.facebook.com/crochelehandcrafted
http://www.twitter.com/crochele
http://www.crochele.blogspot.com

Meet Kimberly from West Mama Designs

2010-05-20T08:00:00.001-04:00

My name is Kimberly and I am mom of two little kids looking for a way to combine my passions and talents into one enterprise.

On Etsy my bestselling stuff from my shop is my home/water birth line of shirts... locally in Portland my Swifts shirts are developing a nice following.

I also donated to the Winter 2010 Etsy Baby Shower and will donate two of my "grow" shirts, it features a tadpole growing into a frog. One of my favorite designs.

I am offering a discount for Blog readers-- Free Shipping-- "etsy baby shipping"

You can find all my info on my website www.westmamadesigns.com

Meet Jill from Peanut Feet

2010-05-15T08:00:00.001-04:00

My name is Jill, I am a "retired" interior designer that has taken Mommyhood on as a full time position! I am a proud Texan (only left for 3 years while my husband was in law school). I have two curious and wonderful kids(a 5 year old boy and a 1 year old girl), a crazy westie and a hard working husband.

I started designing socks just after Miss Peanut was born. She had tiny "peanut feet" that just screamed for cute socks. However nothing but the plain itty bitty newborn socks would work. I got out my craft box and some beads from my son's art desk and went to work and peanut feet grew from there…

My best-selling items are definitely my hair clips! This is my second Etsy Baby Shower. I am sending the mommies some hair clips in different sizes and some socks.

As a bonus to readers of the Etsy Baby Shower Blog, I'll am offering 20% off with every purchase during May, June and July. Just mention the Etsy Baby Shower at checkout.

Please take a look at my shop, www.peanutfeet.etsy.com, my blog, www.peanutfeet.blogspot.com, or my facebook fan page, www.facebook.com/peanutfeet

Meet Melody from Oh Baby dotcom

2010-05-14T08:00:00.014-04:00

Hello, I'm Melody Tuli from Oh Baby dotcom. I'm a Hoosier gal at heart and Florida transplant. I reside in South Florida with my husband. My background is in computer graphics and design. I enjoy writing poetry, short stories, growing herbs, cooking and my latest passion knitting.
I began my little shop about a year ago from family and friends urging me to place my creations on the market for retail. I put a lot of love, time and care into each piece I create and I love what I'm doing.
My best selling products would have to be my little Tunisian crochet knit jester hats. They have a great waffle weave look and texture.

This is my first time, but I've made other donations to other organizations in the past. I'm donating from my new line of cotton booties.

For the month of May I've been offering free shipping for USA customers.

Etsy Shop: http://www.etsy.com/shop/ohbabydotcom
Website: http://ohbabydotcom.weebly.com
My Blog: http://myohbaydotcomblog.blogspot.com

Twitter: http://twitter.com/ohbabydotcom
Facebook Fan Page: http://www.facebook.com/home.php?#!/pages/Hollywood-FL/Oh-Baby-dotcom/118174218193334?ref=mf

Meet Melanie from Sweet Melly Jane

2010-05-13T08:00:00.001-04:00

Melanie from Sweet Melly Jane loves making a variety of crafts, and her shop is evidence of that! There are lots of different items to choose from for babies, children and adults, too. She loves all kinds of sewing- on a machine, crochet, embroidery, etc.! She is a stay-at-home mom to four beautiful children.

Melanie opened her shop in December and has enjoyed making and selling items from the comfort of her home. Her best selling item is her finger puppet sets.

This is Melanie's first time participating in the Etsy Baby Shower. She is donating a darling pair of crocheted Mary Jane baby slippers. She is currently running a sale on her Mary Janes, buy one pair, get the second pair half off, through the month of May.

http://sweetmellyjane.etsy.com

Meet Christina from Little Sidekick

2010-05-12T08:00:00.002-04:00

My name is Christina, and I have three boys, ages 19, 9 and 15 months. I'm a touring musician by profession, so I travel a lot, but when I'm not on the road I'm a stay-at-home mom.

I opened my Etsy shop during my last maternity leave and have really enjoyed getting back to sewing and crocheting, and now I always have something on hand as a gift when a friend has a baby! I've met some truly wonderful people through Etsy, and it's so gratifying when someone lets me know how much they cherish something I've made with my own hands.

My best-selling items are definitely my Crocheted Monkey and Bunny Hats, and I love when my customers share pictures of their little ones wearing them.

This is my second Etsy Baby Shower! As a bonus to readers of the Etsy Baby Shower Blog, I'll be sending a copy of my band's award-winning children's CD with every purchase during May, June and July. Just mention the Etsy Baby Shower at checkout.

http://www.etsy.com/shop/LittleSidekick

http://www.littlesidekick.net

http://www.twitter.com/littlesidekick

Birth Announcement from Shel9365

2010-05-11T08:53:00.000-04:00

We're happy to announce the arrival of...

CALEB

Born April 12th at 2:51pm

Caleb weighed in at a whopping10lbs 2oz and 22.5 inches! Congratulations Shelby!

Happy Mother's Day!

2010-05-09T08:00:00.010-04:00

Happy Mother's Day to all our Mamas and Moms-to-be!

We hope you have a wonderful day!

Check out my Treasures!

2010-05-08T10:13:00.000-04:00

With the addition of Treasury East, getting a treasury is now EASY! Over the next week or so, we will be curating treasuries to feature the shops who are donating to the Summer 2010 Etsy Baby Shower. We will be listing these treasury links on the blog and would love your support. When you see a treasury link, please check it out and leave a comment. There are so many treasuries that the only way to get seen is to make it HOT, so we need you to click on the links and comment on the treasury!

Other things you can do to help:

Tweet (or ReTweet) the links from Twitter! Jessica and Deniz may be tweeting the links, so follow us on Twitter!

Curate your own collection! As long as it includes only shops who donated to the Summer 2010 Etsy Baby Shower, we will include the link here on the blog. So email us your Etsy Baby Shower treasury link. Please be sure that your treasury description includes a link to the blog and that your treasury title begins with "Etsy Baby Shower"

You've Got Mail!

2010-05-07T15:59:00.002-04:00

We have sent all the donating shops and all the moms-to-be an email containing your matching information and other instructions for the Summer 2010 Etsy Baby Shower! If you do not receive this email within 24 hours, please let us know so that we can ensure we have the proper email address for you.

Let the shower begin!

Drum roll please.... the matching is complete!

2010-05-06T13:07:00.002-04:00

We are excited to inform you that the matching process has been completed. You should be receiving an e-mail from us within the next few days with more information about the Etsy Baby Shower and how things will progress from here on out.

Thanks to the generosity of 65 wonderful Etsy shops we were able to assign 20 new/expecting Etsy moms PLUS ALL 12 of the new/expecting moms on the waiting list with four gifts each! Let the shower begin!

What's Next?

2010-05-03T10:03:00.000-04:00

We've finished collecting donating shops and moms-to-be for the Summer 2010 Etsy Baby Shower! We'll be starting to match the shops up and we'll be in touch with all the participants later this week via email.

Thanks so much for the generosity of the donating shops! We have 20 moms receiving gifts this shower and we will be able to include most (if not all) of the moms that we have on the waiting list.

Stay tuned for updates and more information!

Last Call for Donating Shops and Moms-to-be!

2010-04-28T11:00:00.000-04:00

We've had a whirlwind couple of weeks! And we're almost at the end of collecting participants for the Summer 2010 Etsy Baby Shower! We'll be collecting participants until Friday, April 30th and we'll begin the matching process next week! All participants should expect to hear from us once the matching is complete and of course, we'll be posting updates on this blog! If you're not already, please follow us.

Want to Sign up?
Donating shops must be willing to donate a gift(s) free of charge, including shipping, to the mom(s) they are assigned. In the past we have included any shop that makes baby items. This is not a team event and you do not have to be a member of a team to donate a gift for this shower. Everyone is welcome!
If you want to participate as a donating shop, please email us with the following information:

1. Your name, Etsy shop name, and email address
2. How many moms would you like to donate to?
3. Do you have a gender preference for your gift (s)?
4. What country are you in?
5. Can you ship internationally?

Thanks so much for your help and incredible generosity of the donating shops! You'll find a link to each of the donating shops in the right column of the blog. And you'll find information about how close we are to reaching our goals on the left column of the blog!

Moms-To-Be Information...
We've had an incredible response from moms-to-be. We are currently at capacity for this shower but we have a waiting list for moms. Historically, we have been able to include a few moms who have been wait-listed and we expect that we will be able to do that again.

Want to be added to the waiting list?
Email us and provide your name, Etsy UserName, location, email address, baby's sex (if known), and due date or birth-date of your baby.

Eligibility Requirements:
1. You must be due between May 1, 2010 and August 31, 2010.
2. You must have purchased at least 5 items on Etsy.
3. You may not have received gifts as a mom in the Winter 2010 Etsy Baby Shower.
4. You must be willing to provide a photo of your gifts to us for our Flickr album. We may also ask that you spread the baby shower love through whatever other social media you might participate in currently.

Still Looking for Donating Shops

2010-04-26T11:58:00.000-04:00

We have had an amazing response over the past couple of days and are just getting caught up from over the weekend. We appreciate every shop who donates! Every gift counts!

We are now able to provide 4 gifts for each of our 20 moms-to-be! However, we also have a healthy (and still growing...) waiting list for mommies who want to participate! We would love to include as many as possible in the shower, so please continue to spread the word to all the Etsy sellers you know! Blog about the event, Tweet about it, put it on your Facebook page, contact the teams you are a member of, etc. etc. Word of mouth is powerful and effective! With any luck we'll have enough gifts by the end of the week and we'll be able to start the matching process for our moms.

Want to Sign up?
Donating shops must be willing to donate a gift(s) free of charge, including shipping, to the mom(s) they are assigned. In the past we have included any shop that makes baby items. This is not a team event and you do not have to be a member of a team to donate a gift for this shower. Everyone is welcome!
If you want to participate as a donating shop, please email us with the following information:

1. Your name, Etsy shop name, and email address
2. How many moms would you like to donate to?
3. Do you have a gender preference for your gift (s)?
4. What country are you in?
5. Can you ship internationally?

Thanks so much for your help and incredible generosity of the donating shops! You'll find a link to each of the donating shops in the right column of the blog. And you'll find information about how close we are to reaching our goals on the left column of the blog!

Thank You for Helping!

2010-04-23T10:42:00.000-04:00

Many thanks to everyone who has responded for our call for for help to find more shops to donate to the Etsy Baby Shower! We are making great progress in gathering enough gifts for our moms-to-be! Our wait list of mommies is also growing! We would love to include as many as possible in the shower, so please continue to spread the word to all the Etsy sellers you know! Blog about the event, Tweet about it, put it on your Facebook page, contact the teams you are a member of, etc. etc. Word of mouth is powerful and effective! We need more donating shops to keep this Etsy tradition alive!

Here is a button you can use on your blog or website to generate the interest of your readers in the shower. Feel free to link it back to our blog so that they can get more information about the baby shower!
Want to Sign up?
Donating shops must be willing to donate a gift(s) free of charge, including shipping, to the mom(s) they are assigned. In the past we have included any shop that makes baby items. This is not a team event and you do not have to be a member of a team to donate a gift for this shower. Everyone is welcome!

If you want to participate as a donating shop, please email us with the following information:

1. Your name, Etsy shop name, and email address
2. How many moms would you like to donate to?
3. Do you have a gender preference for your gift (s)?
4. What country are you in?
5. Can you ship internationally?

Thanks so much for your help and incredible generosity of the donating shops! You'll find a link to each of the donating shops in the right column of the blog. And you'll find information about how close we are to reaching our goals on the left column of the blog!

Help us find more donating shops!

2010-04-22T10:45:00.002-04:00

Hello everyone!
We've had a wonderful response so far for the Summer 2010 Etsy Baby Shower. We have reached capacity for our list of moms-to-be and already have a healthy waiting list! Historically, we've been able to include some of our wait-listed mamas and we hope to be able to again.

One of our challenges for this shower is that we have not posted in the Etsy forums looking for participants and as a result, our participation is down. We've received a few inquiries about why we have not done this and wanted to give everyone some information about it.

During the Winter 2010 shower, our forum thread on Etsy got closed. This had never happened before and we were very surprised. Unfortunately, our inquiries about the thread closing went unanswered. Because most of our participation historically has come from that thread, without the influx of new participants during each shower, eventually the participation will drop and the event may die. We typically have a 60% rate of repeat participation from shops, so without the extra new 40-50% we'll be arranging to give fewer gifts to fewer moms.

The actual rule cited from the Do's and Don'ts is this:
"Solicitation for direct donations or other fund-raising is not allowed in the community spaces. (Etsy shop promotions that entail donating proceeds to charities must comply with Etsy's Charitable listings and shops policies.) "

We very much appreciate the need for a policy like this one and want to respect ALL Etsy policies. However, we really don't beleive that our forum posts about the Etsy Baby Shower violate this policy as we are not soliciting donations for ourselves and we are not fundraising...we're being match makers so-to-speak. But as a result of the thread closing, we do not want to open another thread as we do not want the Etsy Baby Shower to receive any sort of negative reputation for policy violations. So we will not be using the Etsy forums unless we hear from Etsy admin that we may.

Long story short: We need YOUR HELP to find more shops to donate to the Etsy Baby Shower! Please spread the word to all the Etsy sellers you know! Blog about the event, Tweet about it, put it on your Facebook page, contact the teams you are a member of, etc. etc. Word of mouth is powerful and effective! We need more donating shops to keep this Etsy tradition alive!

Donating shops must be willing to donate a gift(s) free of charge, including shipping, to the mom(s) they are assigned. In the past we have included any shop that makes baby items. This is not a team event and you do not have to be a member of a team to donate a gift for this shower. Everyone is welcome!

HOW TO SIGN UP...
If you want to participate as a donating shop, please email us with the following information:

1. Your name, Etsy shop name, and email address
2. How many moms would you like to donate to?
3. Do you have a gender preference for your gift (s)?
4. What country are you in?
5. Can you ship internationally?

Thanks so much for your help and incredible generosity of the donating shops! You'll find a link to each of the donating shops in the right column of the blog!

Call for Etsy Shops!

2010-04-20T12:10:00.001-04:00

We had an amazing response for our first day of recruiting participants yesterday! In case you missed it, the Summer 2010 Etsy Baby Shower is starting! The Etsy Baby Shower tradition was started more than 3 years ago. Since then, the Etsy Baby Shower has occurred several times a year! For this shower, your hosts will be Jessica from BuggaLove and Deniz from DecorativeLabels. We would be so grateful if you would consider participating in the Summer 2010 Etsy Baby Shower!

We Need Etsy Shops...
Donating shops must be willing to donate a gift(s) free of charge, including shipping, to the mom(s) they are assigned. In the past we have included any shop that makes baby items. This is not a team event and you do not have to be a member of a team to donate a gift for this shower. Everyone is welcome!
HOW TO SIGN UP...
If you want to participate as a donating shop, please reply to this email with the following information:

1. Your name, Etsy shop name, and email address
2. How many moms would you like to donate to?
3. Do you have a gender preference for your gift (s)?
4. What country are you in?
5. Can you ship internationally?

Many of the showers have had the continued support of the same shops each time and we applaud you for your unending generosity. We hope that you’ll be able to participate again and are looking forward to hearing from you.

OUR GOAL...

For the Summer 2010 Etsy Baby Shower, we would like to give gifts to 20 moms who are due between May 1, 2010 to August 31, 2010 and our goal is to provide 4 gifts to each mom. That means we need to raise 84 donated gifts (we have at least one set of twins so far)!

SPREAD THE WORD...

Unfortunately, we will not be able to use the Etsy forums to help get the word out about the Etsy Baby Shower to moms and shops who might be interested. In the past, the forums have accounted for 40-50% of our participants. We would greatly appreciate it if you would forward this information, or our blog link, to any shops (or teams that you are a member of) who you think might be interested in participating in the Etsy Baby Shower.

Want to RECEIVE gifts from the Etsy Baby Shower?
Are you a member of Etsy? Are you pregnant? If you are/were due May 1, 2010 to August 31, 2010 you may be eligible to receive gifts in the Winter 2010 Etsy Baby Shower!

Eligibility Requirements:
1. You must have purchased at least 5 items on Etsy.
2. You may not have received gifts as a mom in the Winter 2010 Etsy Baby Shower.
3. You must be willing to provide a photo of your gifts to us for our Flickr album. We may also ask that you spread the baby shower love through whatever other social media you might participate in currently.

We had an incredible response yesterday from moms-to-be. We're just confirming our last few moms who will receive gifts. We will start a waiting list when we reach our capacity. Historically, we have been able to include a few moms who have been wait-listed.

Want to be added to the waiting list? Email us and provide your name, Etsy UserName, location, email address, baby's sex (if known), and due date or birth-date of your baby.

It's Time for the Summer 2010 Etsy Baby Shower

2010-04-19T11:51:00.001-04:00

We’re pleased to announce that the time has come for another Etsy Baby Shower!

The Etsy Baby Shower tradition was started more than 3 years ago. Since then, the Etsy Baby Shower has occurred several times a year! For this shower, your hosts will be Jessica from BuggaLove and Deniz from DecorativeLabels. We would be so grateful if you would consider participating in the Summer 2010 Etsy Baby Shower!

Donating shops must be willing to donate a gift(s) free of charge, including shipping, to the mom(s) they are assigned. In the past we have included any shop that makes baby items. This is not a team event and you do not have to be a member of a team to donate a gift for this shower. Everyone is welcome!

HOW TO SIGN UP...
If you want to participate as a donating shop, please reply to this email with the following information:

1. Your name, Etsy shop name, and email address
2. How many moms would you like to donate to?
3. Do you have a gender preference for your gift (s)?
4. What country are you in?
5. Can you ship internationally?

Many of the showers have had the continued support of the same shops each time and we applaud you for your unending generosity. We hope that you’ll be able to participate again and are looking forward to hearing from you.

OUR GOAL...
For the Summer 2010 Etsy Baby Shower, we would like to give gifts to 20 moms who are due between May 1, 2010 to August 31, 2010 and our goal is to provide 4 gifts to each mom. That means we need to raise 80 donated gifts!

IN OTHER NEWS...
We are looking for one (or possibly more) new hosts. Due to personal reasons, this will be Jessica’s last baby shower! She has enjoyed hosting over the past year and is sorry to be unable to continue with this responsibility. If you are interested in becoming a host for the Fall 2010 Etsy Baby Shower please contact us at etsybabyshower@gmail.com

SPREAD THE WORD...
Unfortunately, we will not be able to use the Etsy forums to help get the word out about the Etsy Baby Shower to moms and shops who might be interested. In the past, the forums have accounted for 40-50% of our participants. We would greatly appreciate it if you would forward this information, or our blog link, to any shops and expecting moms who you think might be eligible and interested in participating in the Etsy Baby Shower.

Want to RECEIVE gifts from the Etsy Baby Shower?
Are you a member of Etsy? Are you pregnant? If you are/were due May 1, 2010 to August 31, 2010 you may be eligible to receive gifts in the Winter 2010 Etsy Baby Shower!
Eligibility Requirements:
1. You must have purchased at least 5 items on Etsy.
2. You may not have received gifts as a mom in the Winter 2010 Etsy Baby Shower.
3. You must be willing to provide a photo of your gifts to us for our Flickr album. We may also ask that you spread the baby shower love through whatever other social media you might participate in currently.
Are you Eligible? Sign up!

Email us and provide your name, location, email address, baby's sex (if known), and due date or birth-date of your baby.

Birth Announcement!

2010-04-19T10:06:00.000-04:00

We'd like to welcome...

Atticus Gray

Born March 21, 2010

8lbs 13oz

CONGRATULATIONS!

Birth Annoucement from jodi2208

2010-04-15T02:52:00.000-04:00

We'd like to welcome...

Natalie Elizabeth

Born on March 16, 2010 at12:26 pm

Weighing 7lbs 2 3/4oz, 19 3/4 inches long

Congratulations!

The Etsy Baby Shower was featured in Modern Handmade Child Magazine

2010-03-15T19:23:00.001-04:00

In mid-February, just as the Winter 2010 baby shower was coming to an end, we were approached about an article to feature the Etsy Baby Shower in Modern Handmade Child! We were thrilled to be included in their special Mother's Day Edition. (Look to the right of the Spring 2010 Edition...)

Modern Handmade Child is a seasonal online publication celebrating handmade living in a new way. Their mission is to provide a fun and valuable resource helping families to embrace the handmade way of life, by intertwining the skills and values of days gone by with the trends and technologies of today. The editors and contributors come together from around the world, including Europe, Australia, Canada, and many parts of the United States. Modern Handmade Child is published quarterly, and available for free at modernhandmadechild.com.

We are so honored that we were included. Thank you SO much to Modern Handmade Child!

Meet Banana Bottoms from the Winter 2010 Etsy Baby Shower

2010-02-27T08:00:00.000-05:00

Kristen from Banana Bottoms is a work-at-home mom to 4 beautiful kids (ages 2-12). Kristen started sewing cloth diapers when her oldest was born and hasn’t looked back. She loves to sew, as well as knit and crochet.

Banana Bottoms specializes in cloth diapers made from bamboo/organic cotton fabrics. Bamboo is a terrific material for cloth diapers: very soft and very absorbent. Kristen also designs cloth diaper covers and longies as well as products for earth-friendly moms. This year Banana Bottoms is planning to expand and start making other items for babies and children. The top selling items from Banana Bottoms are cloth diapers, especially the newborn size.

This is the first Etsy Baby Shower for Banana Bottoms and each of the moms matched with Banana Bottoms will be receiving a newborn cloth diaper and a set of Sherpa wipes.

Banana Bottoms will be having an Earth Day sale in April. Kristen will be offering special trial packages of cloth diapers to entice parents to try cloth.

http://www.bananabottoms.etsy.com
http://twitter.com/bananabottoms
http://www.facebook.com/bananabottoms
http://bananabottoms.blogspot.com/

Meet Lizzypops from the Winter 2010 Etsy Baby Shower

2010-02-26T08:00:00.000-05:00

Bronwyn from Lizzypops is a full-time scientist, wife, and mother to two toddlers, Samuel, who's almost 3, and Dixon, who is almost 16 months. Bronwyn joined Etsy in December of 2007, although hasn't had the time to build her inventory the way she'd like she dearly loves her UniQuilts and says she has "eleventy jillion" ideas in her head.

The Lizzypops brand came from Bronwyn's itch to get back into crafting. It all started with the baby apron concept, which was shared by a friend. She put her own stylistic stamp on it and made it her own. Then Bronwyn inherited a pile of quilt tops from her great grandmother, and BAM! The UniQuilt concept was born. Some of the best selling items are the UniQuilts, Supersize Me bibs, and baby aprons.

Bronwyn has participated as both a donor and recipient in previous Etsy Baby Showers. The three lucky moms matched with Lizzypops will be receiving Bronwyn's traditional baby shower gift: the newborn baby apron. It's great for pictures and for catching spit-ups and drool in those first few months.

Bronwyn always offers free shipping to anyone who takes the time to tell her how they discovered Lizzypops. In April, she'll be celebrating her 33rd birthday by offering a 33% discount on purchases over $20.

http://lizzypops.etsy.com/

http://www.facebook.com/pages/Lizzypops/19722963196

http://bramey.livejour http://bramey.livejournal.com%20/

You can find Bronwyn on Ravelry, too, as BronwynRH

Meet Monarch Dancer from the Winter 2010 Etsy Baby Shower

2010-02-25T08:00:00.000-05:00

Jackie from Monarch Dancer was born and raised in Long Island, NY. Jackie is married with four children, ans she says, "that includes the husband." Jackie is "owned" by a yellow lab and quite a few cats. She didn't say how many cats but said she hasn't reached "crazy cat lady status.......yet."

After the woman Jackie was doing private duty from was put in a nursing home a few months ago, she lost her job. Feeling a bit burnt out and wanting to enjoy her youngest daughter's "high school" years she decided to try her hand at a home business. Jackie has been crocheting since she was a kid and felt she had enough talent to make a few "beans" selling her "pretties."

Monarch Dancer is filled with crocheted goodies for adults, children and the home. The bear beanies have been a huge hit for the last few months. Jackie has made well over 100 of these hats. Another big seller are the newsboy caps for babies and women.

This is the first time Etsy Baby Shower Jackie has participated in. The two lucky moms matched with Monarch Dancer will receive bear beanies.

Blog readers can receive a 10% discount from Monarch Dancer. In note to seller put "etsybabyshower" blog and the discount will be refunded via Paypal.

http://www.etsy.com/shop/Monarchdancer
http://twitter.com/Monarchdancer

Meet The Wiggly Tooth Factory from the Winter 2010 Etsy Baby Shower

2010-02-24T08:00:00.000-05:00

If you have a child whose wiggling and twisting and getting ready to tie a string to a doorknob just so the Tooth Fairy will stop by your house, your in luck- I'd like to introduce you to Megan from The Wiggly Tooth Factory, LLC. The Wiggly Tooth Factory's goal is to help you take your child from Teething to The Tooth Fairy.

Some of the top selling items from The Wiggly Tooth Factory are the Classic tooth fairy pillow, "My Tooth" Tooth Tins and Doorknob/Bedpost Hanging tooth fairy pillows.

Megan has participated in the past 3 Etsy Baby Showers and the two lucky moms matched with The Wiggly Tooth Factory will each receive a "My Tooth" Tooth tin in the Confetti pattern. Along with the tin one mom will also get a bib and the other mom will get a teether towel.

www.WigglyToothFactory.etsy.com

Twitter: @WigglyToothFact

www.WigglyToothFactory.blogspot.com

http://www.facebook.com/#/pages/Yardley-PA/The-Wiggly-Tooth-Factory-LLC/126768845267?ref=ts

Birth Annoucement from Fairy and Gnome

2010-02-23T08:00:00.002-05:00

We'd like to welcome...

River Jordan and Toccoa Gabriel

Born on Feb 9, 2010 at 7:16am and 7:26am respectively

Weighing 6lbs 4oz, 19.5 inches long and 5lbs 10oz, 19 inches long

Congratulations!

Meet Wood Pond Designs from the Winter 2010 Etsy Baby Shower

2010-02-22T08:00:00.000-05:00

Jennifer from Wood Pond Designs has always been creative and loves making all kinds of things. She started making Jumble Balls a few years ago based on a quilted ball her mother made. Jennifer first gave them as gifts to friends having babies and they became a huge hit at baby showers. Jumble Balls are everything you love in a baby toy- they are soft, colorful, safe, washable and developmental. They are loved by babies and their parents alike! Jennifer also enjoys working with wool, and have found creating plush critters and baby rattles to be a blast as each one has it's own silly quirkiness. Jennifer has a notebook filled with design ideas but says that "there is just not enough time in a day!"

Wood Pond Designs is the place to find cute, safe, washable and fun Jumble Balls, silly one-of-a-kind upcycled plush baby rattles and toys, plus other cool stuff. The best selling items are the Owls & Polka Dot Soft Baby Toy Jumble Ball, Rainbow and Ribbons Jumble Ball, and wooly baby bunny rattles.

Jennifer also participated in the Fall 2009 Etsy Baby Shower and will be donating a high contrast black, red and white Jumble Ball to the lucky mom matched with her this time.

http://www.WoodPondDesigns.Etsy.com
http://www.WoodPondDesigns.blogspot.com
http://www.facebook.com/pages/WoodPondDesigns/81042041196
Twitter: WoodPondDesigns

Meet Design-A-Bag Bow-tique from the Winter 2010 Etsy Baby Shower

2010-02-21T08:00:00.000-05:00

Alicia from Design-A-Bag Bow-tique first began designing and making bags, purses, wristlets and diaper bags and now offers personalized baby items such as bibs, burp cloths, onesies, shirts, pillowcase dresses, pacifier clips, slings, taggie blankets, and hairbows as well. Alicia's items are also available at a few local shops. Alicia loves making items for children and moms that you can't find on the hanger.

The best selling products from Design-Bag Bow-tique are the personalized shirts and onesies (on Etsy) and the pillowcase dresses, hairbows, bibs and bags (locally). Moms love the diaper bags!

Alicia has participated in previous Etsy Baby Showers and the lucky mom receiving a gift from Design-A-Bag Bow-tique will be getting a bib and burp cloth set in the Alexander Henry print Apples and Pears.

Design-A-Bag Bow-tique is offering free shipping when you spend $30 or more!

http://www.designabag1.etsy.com/
http://designabag.googlepages.com
http://www.designabagbow-tique.blogspot.com
email : designabag@sbcglobal.net

Meet BabyEtte from the Winter 2010 Etsy Baby Showr

2010-02-20T08:00:00.000-05:00

Beth's shop, BabyEtte is all about Babywearing and Style. BabyEtte specializes in ring slings, all handmade using details that Beth has loved from various carriers she has personally used over the last 10 years. Beth says that the best part is she gets to pick any fabric she wants, and let her creativity go wild... this is what makes BabyEtte baby carriers special and unique.

The BabyBasics cotton slings are the top selling items from BabyEtte, and from these slings the original LBD sling is the most popular. Years ago, Beth made herself a basic black cotton sling and wore it constantly, and since it goes with any outfit, she named it the Little Black Dress (LBD). The solid colors of the BabyBasics are popular because they easily go with any style without overwhelming you with a loud print.

This is the first Etsy Baby Shower Beth is participating in and the lucky moms paired with BabyEtte got to choose any BabyBasics cotton sling from Beth's shop.

BabyEtte is offering a 10% discount for Etsy Baby Shower blog readers. Just use the code ETSYBABY at checkout and Beth will send a revised paypal invoice!

http://www.babyette.etsy.com/

http://twitter.com/BabyEtteEtsy

http://www.facebook.com/BabyEtteBoutique

Meet LilyBug Boutique from the Winter 2010 Etsy Baby Shower

2010-02-18T08:00:00.000-05:00

Ingrid from LilyBug Boutique is a mother of 3 beautiful children, Jack(4), Lily(2) and Owen(9months) and also works part-time as a pharmacist. Ingrid started her shop when she started making her then 6-month old daughter, Lily, hair bows and then thought she would try to selling them as well.

LilyBug Boutique specializes in hair bows and minky blankets. The top selling product is the flying ladybug hair clip, it is the 20 cent deal, yep that's right only 20 cents! The layered heart clippie is also very cute and perfect for Valentine's Day.

This is the 3rd Etsy Baby Shower for Ingird, and she also particpated as a 'mom' in the Fall 2009 Baby Shower. The LilyBug Boutique is donating a Michael Miller Camo Critters minky baby blanket.

LilyBug Boutique is offering a 20% discount to blog readers. Be sure to mention the code BabyShower in a convo to Ingrid to receive your discount.

www.lilybugboutique.etsy.com

Meet Color Splat Accents from the Winter 2010 Etsy Baby Shower

2010-02-17T08:00:00.000-05:00

Veelana from Color Splat Accents, previously "Veelana's Designs," is a stay-at-home mom with two awesome little kids, Dorian and Lilith. Veelana says she fits her creative time around their schedule.

Color Splat Accents specializes in colorful accents for the home, suncatchers/window stars, and wall hangings/original art. The top selling item is the rainbow suncatcher.

This is the first Etsy Baby Shower for Veelana and the lucky moms receiving gifts from Color Splat Accents will be getting special made
"A star is born" suncatchers.

Color Splat Accents is offering free shipping within Europe! Veelana will also be giving away one suncatcher to a lucky reader! Join Veelana's facebook page, follow her on twitter and heart her shop for your chance to win. Plus, post/blog/tweet for extra chances to win (see links below).

http://veelana.blogspot.com/
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Veelanas-Designs/175234928234
http://twitter.com/Veelana

Meet Polar Bear Creations from the Winter 2010 Etsy Baby Shower

2010-02-16T08:00:00.002-05:00

Sue from Polar Bear Creations is a stay-at-home mom of 3 great boys, happily married and currently living for 4 years in beautiful Florida before heading back to Canada. Sue, originally from Germany, was introduced to the Steiner/Waldorf Philosophy when her little sister attended a Waldorf school. Sue fell in love with Waldorf toys; the dolls with their simple, lovely faces give children lots of room for imaginative play. Creative playing helps children to develop nurturing and a sense of their own “self”. Sue has always been creative, but since she had kids it has become more then just a little hobby on the side. She has many ideas for projects and hopes to turn them into reality in the near future.

PolarBearCreations specializes in Waldorf inspired dolls in a variety of sizes for different age groups and stuffed animals. Sue uses natural material in her creations, such as 100% cotton jersey knit, cotton terrycloth, cotton velour and cotton fabrics, mohair, sheep, bamboo and cotton wool and clean carded sheep wool for stuffing. The top selling items from Polar Bear Creations are the Mini Babies, Dolls and Owls.

This is the first Etsy Baby Shower Sue has participated in. The lucky moms receiving gifts from Polar Bear Creations will be getting Mini Babies.

Polar Bear Creations is offering free First Class domestic shipping for a single item purchase and 50% off International Priority Mail shipping until April 1, 2010. Be sure to mention “EBS Ship” in the message to seller while checking out.

http://www.polarbearcreations.etsy.com/
http://www.polarbearcreations.com/
http://www.polarbearcreations.blogspot.com/
http://hyenacart.com/onestore.php?vid=2001&category=51
http://de.dawanda.com/shop/PolarBearCreations
http://facebook.com/pages/Polar-Bear-Creations-Waldorf-Inspired-Dolls-

Meet Bella's Sweet Boutique from the Winter 2010 Etsy Baby Shower

2010-02-15T08:00:00.000-05:00

Stacy from Bella's Sweet Boutique is a paralegal by day, crafter by night. Stacy opened her Etsy shop in January 2009 after everyone kept asking where they could buy her items.

Bella's Sweet Boutique specializes in infant and toddler tie onesies and shirts, blankets, tutus, and much more! The Tie Onesies are Stacy's top selling item.

Stacy has also participated in the Fall 2009 Etsy Baby Shower. The two lucky moms matched with Bella's Sweet Boutique will be receiving Tie Onesies.

Bella's Sweet Boutique is offering 10% off total purchase for blog readers (enter 'baby shower' in notes to seller).

http://www.bellassweetboutique.etsy.com/

www.facebook.com/BellasSweetBoutique

http://twitter.com/BSB_etsy

Birth Announcement from the House of Mouse

2010-02-14T08:00:00.003-05:00

We'd like to welcome...

DECLAN JAY

Born on January 30, 2010 at 4:26am

2.7 kilos/ 5.95 pounds

Congratulations to proud parents

Anna and Michael!

Birth Announcement from My Beautiful Girl

2010-02-13T00:00:00.000-05:00

We'd like to welcome...

PIPER FERNE

Born on January 31, 2010 at 9:45pm

7lbs 6 oz

19" inches

Congratulations to proud parents Trent and Samantha and siblings Nic, Will, and Annie!

And the Winners Are...

2010-02-12T08:00:00.004-05:00

The winner of our blog game/giveaway was.....

SILLY GOOSE GIFTS

SillyGooseGifts will be winning a prize from DecorativeLabels!

And the winner of the Virtual Baby Shower game/giveway is.....

TRES BELLE KNITS

Tres Belle Knits will be receiving a prize from BuggaLove!

BuggaLove and DecorativeLabels will be contacting you about your prizes. Thanks so much to everyone for playing and for attending the Virtual Baby Shower!

Join us TODAY for the Virtual Baby Shower!

2010-02-11T00:00:00.002-05:00

We hope you'll join us TODAY at NOON

in the Etsy Virtual Labs!

Deniz and Jessica will both be on webcam so you can "meet" us and put some faces to the names! Whether you're planning to attend or not, we would really appreciate it if you would use facebook, twitter, blogs and other social media to promote this event! People do not need to have participated in the baby shower to come to the Virtual Baby Shower. ALL Etsy members are welcome! We have room for 100 people to join us at the Virtual Baby Shower and we'd love to have a full house!

In related news, we will choose the winner of yesterday's Blog Giveaway/Game at the shower. We'll be drawing the winner LIVE via webcam! If you entered, you must be present to win!

Did you miss our blog game/giveaway?

Don't worry! There will also be a game/giveaway that starts at the shower!

The Virtual Baby Shower is Coming - Giveaway Announced!

2010-02-10T00:00:00.018-05:00

Hello everyone! A quick update and announcements from your hosts! We're so pleased that many of the gifts have been sent and we've been receiving pictures of them to put in our Flickr album. (If you haven't sent your pics yet, feel free to send them right away so we can post them!)

For the Winter 2010 Etsy Baby Shower,

33 moms will be receiving 5 gifts each from 83 shops!

We're seeing blogs about the baby shower and the generosity of the donating shops roll in. If you've written one, please send us a link so that we can post it here on the blog. Mommy blogs are in the right column and shop blogs are in the left column of this blog!

Last but not least...it's almost time for the Virtual Baby Shower in the Etsy Virtual Labs. There will be PRIZES at the baby shower for playing some hide and seek with us. We've got things for you to find in the shops that donated to the Etsy Baby Shower (see the complete list of donating shops on the right of this blog).

Rules:
- ANY Etsy Member can participate in this giveaway. You do not have to have participated in the baby shower to play!
- We will only accept one entry per person.
- Each shop can only be used once as an answer.
- Each shop used must be on the donating shop list (see the complete list of donating shops in the right column of this blog)

How to Play:
- You must submit your answers to our email address no later than 11:59pm (EST) on February 10, 2010. - You must EMAIL US your name, Etsy username, and answers for all 10 questions.
- Participants who have valid answers for all 10 questions will be entered into a drawing to win a PRIZE!

- The winner will be chosen during the Virtual Baby Shower (we'll be holding a drawing for the winner on webcam)
- YOU MUST BE PRESENT AT THE BABY SHOWER TO WIN! The Virtual Baby Shower will take place on Thursday, February 11, 2010 at NOON (Etsy Time) in the Etsy Virtual Labs.

The Game:
Find a product from the participating Etsy Baby Shower shops that might be what I am looking for.

Takes a lot to keep clips in baby’s hair, I dare you to try. Find me a hairclip that might want to fly.
Takes nine months to choose a name, find something personalized for baby’s room to claim.
It’s common knowledge, you should know...babies have the sweetest toes. Find me something green for babies feet.
Find me a hat for a baby boy. Knit or fabric, either is a joy.
Every baby needs something to cuddle. Find me a blanket with an animal you might snuggle.
Lots of things for baby girl to play with, but I’m looking for a toy for a baby boy.
I need something for baby’s wall. For boys or girls, could be for all.
When baby spits up, you need something to catch it. Find a burp cloth and a bib to match it.
I need a dress, something with yellow. Pretty dresses make baby mellow.
Monsters aren’t just for Halloween. Find me something with a monster theme.

Please submit your answers in the following format:
EXAMPLE.
1. I want to see a hat with pink. Pink is so cute, don't you think?

CreativeDragonfly

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=39296267

Any questions? Just email us!

Please spread the word about this giveaway and the Virtual Baby Shower! We have enough room in the Virtual Labs for 100 people to attend and we would love a full house! In addition to the game on this blog, we will have another game (with a prize!) at the baby shower!

Meet Baby Blossom Co. from the Winter 2010 Etsy Baby Shower

2010-02-09T08:00:00.000-05:00

Baby Blossom Co. are a mother-daughter team that specializes in "baby blossoms" which are baby layette items rolled to look like flowers and placed in a pot or rolled in a blanket as a bouquet. Baby Blossom Co. "opened it's doors" in August '09 and are working to expand their business every day. The main motivation behind Baby Blossom Co. is to create a product to do two things- save the person giving the gift time that would otherwise be spent shopping and wrapping and at the same time allow them to give a gift that makes them feel proud to give.

The large pot is the best selling item from Baby Blossom Co. and the most popular color scheme is pink and brown for little girls.

This is the first Etsy Baby Shower for the mother-daughter team behind Baby Blossom Co., and one lucky mom will be receiving a neutral bouquet.

Baby Blossom Co. is offering a 10% discount for blog readers (shipping not included). Be sure to enter code: Blossom in the message to seller when checking out.

w ww.babyblossomco.com (under construction, should be up and running soon)
http://www.babyblossomco.etsy.com
http://twitter.com/Babyblossomco

Meet westmama from the Winter 2010 Etsy Baby Shower

2010-02-08T08:00:00.000-05:00

Kimberly from WestMama makes screen printed baby and toddler clothes and also uses screen printing and gocco to make cards. Kimberly uses her own illustrations, photographs or royalty-free images she has purchased. The Bird and Tree design, Elephant design and Owl design are the top selling designs from WestMama.

This is the first Etsy Baby Shower for Kimberly, and she will be donating screen printed infant t-shirts.

WestMama is offering free U.S. Domestic Shipping and will also be donating 10% of her proceeds to Haiti (going on indefinitely).

www.westmama.etsy.com
www.westmama.wordpress.com

Meet Sneak-A-Peek from the Winter 2010 Etsy Baby Shower

2010-02-07T08:00:00.000-05:00

Jennifer from Sneak-A-Peak has been sewing baby items since her son was born nearly three years ago. She wanted fun prints for her son to wear with attention given to detail and sewing quality. When Jennifer couldn't find what she was looking for she made it herself.

Each item from Sneak-A-Peak is hand sewn with pride and attention to detail. All items make a unique gift for a new parent or a thoughtful gesture to the 2nd (or 3rd) time parent. The top selling items from Sneak-A-Peek are bibs, burp cloths and diaper caddy.

Jennifer has also participated in the Fall 2009 Etsy Baby Shower. The lucky moms matched with Sneak-A-Peek will receive their choice of bib or burp cloth set.

www.sneakapeek.etsy.com
http://www.facebook.com/#/pages/Sneak-a-Peek/134300048056?ref=ts

Meet Booger and Tash from the Winter 2010 Etsy Baby Shower

2010-02-06T08:00:00.003-05:00

Vicki from Booger and Tash is a stay-at-home mom with two beautiful little girls who she loves and adores. She also says she is very fortunate to have a loving, caring husband who supports her creative side. Vicki first learned to sew on her Nanny's old 60's Singer sewing machine when she was about 10 years old and has been sewing for over 20 years now!

At Booger and Tash you will find playful, modern handmade baby blankets, bibs, burp cloths, hair accessories and more. All products are made with carefully selected quality materials. The Monkey Pacifier Clip, Skull and Crossbones Pacifier clip, and Minky Crib or Stroller Blankets are the top selling items from Booger and Tash.

This is the first Etsy Baby Shower Vicki is participating in. The mom paired with Booger and Tash will be getting... Shhh...It's a secret, Vicki wants it to be a surprise so we don't even know!

Booger and Tash is offering free shipping on all orders over $50.00.

www.boogerandtash.etsy.com
http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=110099162688&ref=ts

Meet FinchDesignSF from the Winter 2010 Etsy Baby Shower

2010-02-05T08:00:00.001-05:00

Christina from FinchDesignSF had been working as an architect and interior designer for two years, and missed working with her hands after spending 9 hours a day on the computer! After work she taught herself to sew, and started making outfits for her nephew and decided to sell her creations on Etsy to see if making/ designing clothing would be something she wanted to pursue. So far, she has met a lot of amazing crafters, and really enjoys being able to use her architecture skills for something completely different!

FinchDesignSF originally began with appliqued bodysuits, hats, and blankets, and now has added a lot of new products to the mix. Christina is currently making pants, sweaters, and much more from scratch and enjoying every minute of it! One of the great things about FinchDesignSF is that there is something for everyone's taste and budget. You will find everything from cotton baby hoodies, to repurposed bags, to organic sherpa pants. Within all these products, Christina has stayed true to her design aesthetic - creating simple and timeless designs mixed with bold colors and lush fabrics.

Two staple items in Christina's shop are the long sleeve owl onesie, and the wiener dog hoodie. This is the first Etsy Baby Shower for FinchDesignSF. The lucky mom matched with FinchDesignSF will be receiving one of Chrstina's favorite items from her shop.

Be sure to check FinchDesignSF for specials going on.

www.finchdesignsf.etsy.com
http://www.facebook.com/business/dashboard/?ref=sb#/pages/Finch-Design/350639100321

Meet T and Little S Designs from the Winter 2010 Etsy Baby Shower

2010-02-04T08:00:00.000-05:00

Traci from T and Little S Designs is a stay-at-home mommy to her daughter Sophia. She says that in her "former life", she taught 5th grade. She has been scrapbooking since 2000 and loves to share her hobby through the creations in my shop. She finds her creative inspirations in lots of places--sometimes magazines or sketches, new fads (like Amy Butler papers!), and even from her daughter.

The main shop focus for T and Little S Designs currently is decoupaged items, cards for kids, and custom party and shower favors and decor. Traci has ventured into the world of custom invitations and party supplies after not being able to find exactly what she was looking for elsewhere.

As for the custom invitations, Traci enjoys knowing that her creative touch is helping make someone else's special day absolutely perfect. She really works hard to make sure that her invitations are exactly what the customer was looking for whether they're for birthdays, weddings, etc. Traci is now venturing out to include other party supplies like banners, cupcake toppers, napkin rings, placecards, thank you notes, placemats, etc., so you can truly have a matching customized party!

Currently, the top selling product from T and Little S Designs are the classroom valentine sets Traci loves knowing that there's a little handmade that will be part of such a commercialized holiday, and she has several sets available.

Traci participated in an Etsy Baby Shower awhile back and is excited to participate again. The moms matched with T and Little S Designs will be receiving a set of custom ceramic baby coasters personalized w/ the name and birth information.

T and Little S Designs will be offering 20% off on all orders for blog readers, be sure to use the code "etsy baby shower" in the message to sellers.

www.tscrapper.etsy.com
www.tscrapper.artfire.com
http://tscrapper.blogspot.com
www.twitter.com/tscrapper
http://www.facebook.com/pages/T-and-Little-S-Designs/76746118965

Meet rosirouge from the Winter 2010 Etsy Baby Shower

2010-02-03T08:00:00.000-05:00

Rosalie from rosirouge calls her studio, located near the famous 25th St. flea market in NYC, Studio Rouge.
Rosalie has spent many weekends searching out vintage fabrics, trims items of inspiration.

With a love of the nostalgic and a vast collection of vintage handkerchiefs, fabrics and trims to inspire, HANKY BLANKY was born. The first Hanky Blanky was made in 1985 as a gift for her godchild. Each of her friends' and relatives' new babies have received one and with the overwhelming response, Rosalie has continued her search for hankies and vintage fabrics.
ANIMAL WRAPPER is a version of her best friend’s blanky she had as a baby, handmade by her grandmother! Rosalie loved all the animals and their cute stitched faces and had found another idea to use all her vintage fabrics.

ROUGEWEAR, is an infant-wear line completely inspired by vintage finds, updating the looks by adding modern function and durability. All vintage fabrics are pre-washed and each garment is constructed with care and attention to detail. This whimsical clothing line is reminiscent of a simpler time. Recapture the innocence of days gone by. All pieces are individually cut and sewn in New York City!

The best selling products from rosirouge are the Animal Wrapper Blanky, Animal Bibs and Animal Hooded Towel/Mitt Set. This is the first Etsy Baby Shower for rosirouge and Rosalie has donated an Animal Hooded Towel/Mitt set and a Baby Bunting.

During the months of February & March, Rosalie will donate 10% of any sale to the Haiti Earthquake Relief Fund. Rosalie will also generously match the donation amount she raises.

http://www.rosirouge.etsy.com/

Facebook: Hanky Blanky

Meet Paper Party Design Co. from the Winter 2010 Etsy Baby Shower

2010-02-02T08:00:00.000-05:00

Say hello to Christine from Paper Party Design Co., a shop specializing in paper party decorations, personalized t-shirts and other unique gifts. Some of the unique items you can in find in Christine's shop include lollipop invitations, cupcake toppers, thank you cards, cake toppers, birthday banners, t-shirts, confetti & more!

This is the first Etsy Baby Shower for Paper Party Design Co., and she will be donating personalized onesies to two new/expecting Etsy moms!

Don't miss free shipping in April from Paper Party Design Co.

http://www.paperpartydesignco.etsy.com/
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Woodstock-ON/Paper-Party-Design-Co/246613496381?ref=ts

Meet Ahmelie from the Winter 2010 Etsy Baby Shower

2010-02-01T08:00:00.002-05:00

Ahmelie, owner of Ahmelie on Etsy, says she is "truly a Material Girl" since she would much rather spend a day shopping for fabric than soaking at the spa. Her fabric inventory can rival most sewer's inventory and she quickly added "[she] who dies with the most fabric wins, right?!"

The top sellers from Ahmelie's shop are her swaddlers and burpcloths. Ahmelie has participated in previous Etsy Baby Showers and the lucky mom matched with Ahmelie will get a hooded towel of her choice.

Ahmelie will be giving a free nursing/bib/stroller clip with hooded towel purchase to blog readers. Be sure to mention "etsy baby shower" in the comments to seller or convo her to receive this freebie.

http://www.ahmelie.etsy.com/

http://www.ahmelie.com/

Twitter:Ahmelie

Facebook:Ahmelie

Meet Baby Chick Designs from the Winter 2010 Etsy Baby Shower

2010-01-31T08:00:00.002-05:00

Baby Chick Designs is the brain child of a mother and daughter who discovered that decorating children’s bedrooms with tasteful, timeless art is not an easy task. Harriet Babchick, established artist in the Houston, Texas area decided to make some watercolors for Ellen, her granddaughter's new bedroom. Upon seeing the beautiful, fine art watercolors, her daughter Debbie decided that they must make them available to other families to enjoy! After researching the current market for nursery wall art they realized that their art was quite different and they could carve out a niche for themselves based on the artist’s signature style. With the technique of giclee printing and canvas stretching, they would be able to make adorable artwork for children’s spaces, and offer it at an affordable price, without sacrificing the quality.

Baby Chick Designs offers timeless wall art for a child's nursery, bedroom, and playroom in affordable themed collections. All designs are fine art giclee prints of original works of art by artist Harriet Babchick. Designs are available in standard sizes to fit ready-made frames.

Some of the top selling items from Baby Chick Designs are Pink Butterflies with Flowers, Giraffes from the Safari Animal Collection, and Brown Bunny from the Barnyard Animals Collection.

This is the first Etsy Baby Shower for Baby Chick Designs, and the lucky mom matched with this shop will be able to choose her favorite from the many designs available.

Don't miss out on Free Shipping for all designs for sale at Baby Chick Designs!

http://www.babychickdesigns.com/

http://www.babychickdesigns.etsy.com/

http://www.twitter.com/babychickdesign

http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=80471746707

Meet Lady Bird Baby from the Winter 2010 Etsy Baby Shower

2010-01-30T08:00:00.000-05:00

Say hello to Claudia from Lady Bird Baby. Lady Bird Baby specializes in 100% hand made headbands and hair clips. The flowers on the headbands can be interchanged for a variety of looks. They are lightweight and won't leave marks or indentations on your baby's head. The hair clips are classic and timeless. Lady Bird Baby" believes the main attraction is your beautiful daughter and [their] accessories simply accentuate her."

This is the first Etsy Baby Shower Claudia has participated in. The lucky mom paired with Lady Bird Baby will be recieving their classic headband with a flower in different colors.

Lady Bird Baby will be having a different promotion each month to kick off the spring line, so be sure to check their store for more info.

http://www.ladybirdbaby.etsy.com/
http://www.facebook.com/#/group.php?gid=228312945713&ref=ts

Meet Cuppy Cake Boutique from the Winter 2010 Etsy Baby Shower

2010-01-29T08:00:00.003-05:00

Courtney from Cuppy Cake Boutique is a stay-at-home mom to a "very active toddler boy" and wife to an "amazing husband". She is also a student graduating this year with a degree in Sociology and says, "no [she's] not 100% certain what [she is] going to do with that degree." Courtney loves to sew and started selling actively on Etsy about 3 months ago. She enjoys the idea of not having any limitations on what she creates.

Cuppy Cake Boutique consists of boutique style clothing for children. Courtney uses patterns that you would not typically see on children, which makes her items more fun and interesting. The top selling product from her shop is the Lively Letters Tee. The tee is personalized using Michael Miller’s Lively Letters fabric. Each letter has its own bright, fun color.

This is Courtney's first time participating in the Etsy Baby Shower. Two new/expecting moms will be receiving personalized onesies from the Cuppy Cake Boutique.

The Cuppy Cake Boutique will be offering 15% off any one item for the month of March to blog readers. Enter 'EtsyShower' in the message to seller when checking out. Please also note that items purchased from Cuppy Cake Boutique ship for free.

http://www.cuppycakedesigns.etsy.com/

www.facebook.com/cuppycakeboutique

http://www.thecuppycakeboutique.blogspot.com/

Meet driahades from the Winter 2010 Etsy Baby Shower

2010-01-28T08:00:00.001-05:00

Say hello to Natalia from driahades. Natalia lives in the south east region of the UK and enjoys knitting, sewing, embroidering, cross stitching and baking, and has a passion for socks! She learned to knit socks after playing around with kintting and sock creature ideas for a while and thus driahades was born.

Driahades specializes in socks, for babies and grown ups, as well as sock creatures, mostly monkeys and bunnies. Driahades is still relatively new, so be sure to be one of the first to discover this wonder shop.

This is the first Etsy Baby Shower Natalia has particiapted in. She has generously donated hand-knitted baby socks to 4 lucky new/expecting moms.

http://driahades.etsy.com/

http://www.driasdelights.blogspot.com/

Twitter: driahades

BABY SHOWER EVENT: Forum Blast Today!

2010-01-27T00:00:00.002-05:00

The Forum Blast is an event that we created for the Fall 2009 shower. We hope everyone will take a moment to participate in the Forum Blast. It will only take a minute (unless you stick around to play with us)!

We have started several threads along themes in the Promotions forum. The idea is to keep these threads alive for the entire day, so no matter when you see this please take a moment to participate! Here are the threads! Please check them out and comment in each one to help us keep it bumped for others to see! Also feel free to provide more links to your shop or other participating shops within each category relevant to your products.

Baby Clothes and Shoes

http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=6418621

Hats and Hairbows

http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=6418624

Nursery Decor

http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=6418625

Baby Blankets, Bibs, and Burp Cloths

http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=6418628

Toys and Other Gifts

http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=6418630

If you've followed the Forum Blast threads and ended up at this blog...Hello! If you're interested in participating in the baby shower:

We've reached our goal for gifts for this shower but we'd be happy to add you to the wait list for this shower! If we have enough gifts that roll in over the next week or so, we may be able to include some of our wait listed moms... so please EMAIL US! If we're unable to take advantage of your generosity for this shower, we'll send you an email when we start the Spring/Summer 2010 baby shower in April for moms due May - August to see if you'd like to participate then. You can see HERE for information about being a donating shop.

Information about being a receiving Mom will be posted on this blog in mid-April! Follow our blog!

P.S. Hey Shops! Please take a peek at your Google Analtytics (or other statistical analysis tool) tomorrow and note whether or not you've seen an increase in traffic today!

Meet Embroidery By Cindy from the Winter 2010 Etsy Baby Shower

2010-01-26T08:00:00.001-05:00

Cindy from Embroidery By Cindy is the mother a two-year old girl. She got an embroidery machine to make cute shirts and things for her daughter to wear. Soon Cindy was also embroidering items for her daughter's little friends. This year Cindy has expanded her business to Etsy and Facebook and became a member of EtsyKids.

Embroidery By Cindy offers personalized embroidery and applique items for babies and children, including birthday shirts, sibling sets, and monogrammed bodysuits and baby bloomers. Cindy has many designs and fonts and can create custom items. The top selling item is the Big/Little Brother/Sister Shirt and Onesie Set.

This is the first Etsy Baby Shower Cindy has participated in. The lucky mom receiving a gift from Embroidery by Cindy will get a Big/Little Brother Shirt and Onesie Set.

http://embroiderybycindy.etsy.com/
http://www.facebook.com/EmbroideryByCindy
http://twitter.com/EmbroideryCindy

Meet Peanut Feet from the Winter 2010 Etsy Baby Shower

2010-01-25T08:00:00.000-05:00

Jill from Peanut Feet started designing socks just after 'Miss Peanut' was born. 'Miss Peanut' had tiny "peanut feet" that just screamed for cute socks, however nothing but the plain itty bitty newborn socks would work. Jill got out her craft box and some beads from her son's art desk and went to work and Peanut Feet grew from there...

Some of Jill's top selling items are her hair clips and headbands.

This is the first Etsy Baby Shower for Peanut Feet. Jill has generously donated to 5 new/expecting moms! The moms matched with Peanut Feet will be receiving newborn socks.

Etsy Baby Shower Blog readers will get a 10% discount at Peanut Feet. Just note Etsy Baby Shower in the notes to seller for the discount.

http://www.peanutfeet.etsy.com/

www.facebook.com/peanutfeet

http://www.peanutfeet.blogspot.com/

Meet lillin20 from the Winter 2010 Etsy Baby Shower

2010-01-24T08:00:00.001-05:00

Linsdi from lillin20 (a.k.a Maddie Girl Shoppe) is a mom of a 3 year old son, and 20 month old boy/girl twins and makes her creations when they are at preschool on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Lindsi started making hair clips after having difficulty finding hair clips that would stay put in her daughter's fine hair. The orders and requests started pouring in from friends and family after creating a few bows and clips for her daughter and Maddie Girl Shoppe was born.

Maddie Girl Shoppe specializes in hair accesories. Some of the top selling items include the garden flower clips, the flower snappies and the stacked perfect purple bow.
This is the first time Lindsi is participatingin the Etsy Baby Shower. She has donated a LARGE collection of Flower Snappies.

Etsy Baby Showewr Blog readers can get FREE SHIPPING from February 1st thought April 30th for items pruchased from Maddie Girl Shoppe. Be sure to enter "BABY SHOWER" in the message to seller portion when checking out.

http://www.lillin20.etsy.com/

http://www.maddiegirlclips.com/

http://www.facebook.com/pages/Maddie-Girl-Clips/192568755878?ref=ts

http://twitter.com/MaddieGirlClips

Meet Sweet Sara Designs from the Winter 2010 Etsy Baby Shower

2010-01-23T08:00:00.000-05:00

Jenny from Sweet Sara Designs is a 27 year old proud aunt of 3 beautiful nieces! Jenny's oldest niece, Sara (3 years old) is the inspiration for starting Sweet Sara Designs. Jenny loves creating, crafting, sewing, scrap booking, etc, especially for the little ones.

Sweet Sara Designs is a baby boutique currently carrying non-slip hair clips. Jenny enjoys searching all over town and the world wide web for the cutest materials. Jenny creates items in many different themes in mind to provide accessories for any occasion and for every little princess, rocker girl, or sports star! Some of the most popular items in her shop are the Minnie Mouse Ears (perfect for a trip to Disneyland), the Rainbow Flowers and the Burberry-inspired flower clips.

This is Jenny's first time participating in the Etsy Baby Shower! Jenny has generously donated three gifts to this Etsy Baby Shower: the Pink Brown Baby Love Set, the Flower Girl Set, and the Pink Butterflies on White set.

Jenny will be offering blog readers a special promotion through Feb. 28th. The 3 hair clip sets she donated (links listed below) will be available for 50% off (while supplies last!), be sure to use promo code "etsy baby shower". Refund will be issued within 24 hours through PayPal.

www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=38346526
www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=37255658
www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=27414901

www.sweetsaradesigns.etsy.com/

www.sweetsaradesigns.blogspot.com/

e-mail: sweetsaradesigns@gmail.com

Meet Sprinkle With Sugar from the Winter 2010 Etsy Baby Shower

2010-01-22T08:00:00.003-05:00

Tracey from Sprinkle with Sugar is a stay-at-home-mom with three wonderful children. She has been knitting since college (when she should have been studying).

Sprinkle With Sugar is filled with hand knit baby hats, kids cowls, grown-up scarves, and many other little treats. Currently, he top selling product right now are baby hats.

Tracey also participated in the Fall 2009 Etsy Baby Shower.

http://www.sprinklewithsugar.etsy.com/

Meet Maple Shade Kids from the Winter 2010 Etsy Baby Shower

2010-01-20T08:00:00.002-05:00

Wanda from Maple Shade Kids lives in New Hampshire, surrounded by beautiful Maple Trees with her husband, 8 year old daughter and 6 year old twin boys. Wanda unleashed her passion for designing and creating when her family moved into their New England farmhouse. With lots of imagination, a bit of wood, fun papers and earth friendly paint, she was able to transform her children's rooms into creative, fun designs. This past-time has grown into a passion of designing and creating eco-friendly products for retail.

At Maple Shade Kids, you will find an array of unique, earth-friendly children's decor and art. Each product is lovingly designed and crafted by hand with a combination of earth friendly wood and vivid colors. This combination of wood grain and color creates a fun, natural, organic feel that frees the imagination.

This is the second Etsy Baby Shower Wanda has participated in. Wanda will be donating an eco-friendly Hoot the Owl Peg Rack that will bring a fun, organic feel to a special nursery. It was created from Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certified wood, a variety of delicately hand-cut papers and sealed with a eco-friendly, soy based sealer.

Maple Shade Kids is currently offering FREE DOMESTIC SHIPPING on all products.

http://www.mapleshadekids.etsy.com/

http://www.facebook.com/pages/Maple-Shade-Kids/122258003688?ref=nf
http://twitter.com/MapleShadeKids

Meet Hugs and Kisses Designs from the Winter 2010 Etsy Baby Shower

2010-01-19T08:00:00.002-05:00

Rebecca from Hugs and Kisses Designs wanted to open her own Etsy shop for quite some time. After her beautiful baby boy was born almost eight months ago, she decided to pull out the sewing machine she had received as a birthday gift. In her spare time she started making things for her son while he was napping. She enjoyed making little things for her son so much and wondered if other people might be interested in them too, and Hugs and Kisses Designs was born.

Hugs and Kisses Designs started selling bibs, burp cloths and now has expanded and also sells blankets, plush animals, diaper clutches, and custom silhouettes as well. Rebecca will also start making pillowcase dresses in the near future. Some of the top selling items include bibs, blankets and custom silhouettes.

This is the first Etsy Baby Shower Rebbecca has participated in. The lucky mom matched with Hugs and Kisses Designs will be receiving a lightweight blanket.

Rebecca is offering free shipping on a single item purchased from her shop. Just enter h&kFREE in the notes to seller when checking out.

http://hugsandkissesdesigns.etsy.com/

http://www.facebook.com/hugskissesdesigns

http://hugskissesdesigns.blogspot.com/

http://twitter.com/becca7903

Meet Sandyscapecodorig from the Winter 2010 Etsy Baby Shower

2010-01-18T08:00:00.002-05:00

Sandy from Sandyscapecodorig is a stay-at-home-mom with 3 lovely children. She has been crocheting for over 30 years, and just started designing crochet patterns in the last few years.

Sandyscapcodorig specializes in unique crochet patterns and one of the most popular items is the Not Your Granny's Ear Flap Hat.

This is Sandy's third time participating in the Etsy Baby Shower. The lucky mom paired with Sandyscapcodorig will be receiving a Bunny Cocoon.

http://www.sandyscapecodorig.etsy.com/

Meet The Enchanted Cupboard from the Winter 2010 Etsy Baby Shower

2010-01-17T08:00:00.001-05:00

When Beccijo was 11 years old she picked up some oil pastels and began to draw everything she saw with her eyes and in her imagination. Her parents saw her talent and signed her up for Art Class at a local Art Studio. She received many Gold Key Awards and donated many of her art works to charity for auctions. Beccijo sold her first painting when she was 17.

Beccijo went off to college to study Art at college and was awarded, The Most Outstanding Student of Art for 1991. Since she had always wanted to be a nanny she went to The English Nanny and Governess school in 1991. After many wonderful years living the dream of being the enchanted Nanny she got married and started her own family in 2000 and now has 4 beautiful, wonderful children to create for and dream with. She is currently a happy housewife, SAHM/Homeschooling trying to find ways to bring that same enchantment to her children and yours.

The Enchanted Cupboard specializes in wooden toys, playsets, playboxes and cake toppers. The Fairy Kitchen Set and Fairy Doll Acorn Stacker are some of the most popular items.

This is the first Etsy Baby Shower that The Enchanted Cupboard is participating in. The two the lucky moms matched with this shop will be receiving large wooden dolls. One will get a mermaid large and the other will get a pirate.

The Enchanted Cupboard will be having a Spring/Easter Sale March 15th - April 15th, 2010. Receive 20% off your order by entering code SE2010 as the message to seller during checkout (refund for sale will be sent through PayPal).

http://www.beccijo.com/

http://www.theenchantedcupboard.1000markets.com/
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Beccijo-LLC/95246138519

http://twitter.com/mrsbeccijo

Meet Your Lovey Boutique from the Winter 2010 Etsy Baby Shower

2010-01-16T08:00:00.005-05:00

Say hello to Heidi from Your Lovey Boutique on Etsy. Your Lovey Boutique offers over 100 styles of the highest quality minky. Heidi has been in love with this fabric since her youngest son was born. She made the backing to her son's baby quilt out of minky and I couldn't believe how soft it was. His blanky is now 4 years old and the backing is still very soothing and he still sleeps with it every night.

When you make a purchase at Your Lovey Boutique, you are also donating toward a Lovey pillow for someone fighting cancer. The Lovey pillow quickly becomes a comforting safe haven.

Some of Heidi's best selling products include: pillows, blankets and baby blankets.

Heidi has participated in an Etsy Baby Shower before, and this time the lucky new/expecting mom matched with her will be receiving a Your Lovey baby quilt: Brown Bear (Eric Carle) theme with spring green border.

Your Lovey Boutique is offering $5 off of all lovey sized quilts and reduced prices on spa therapy packs during the months of February, March and April.

http://www.etsy.com/shop/yourloveyboutique
http://yourlovey.shopping.officelive.com/fabricswatches.aspx
Keep life cozy!

The Matching is Complete!

2010-01-15T14:01:00.002-05:00

We're pleased to announce that the matching is complete. Each of you should be receiving an email today with all the information you need about the shower. Attached to the email you will find buttons! These buttons can be used on blogs and in product listings! There is a general one (seen below), one for shops, and one for moms! If you do not receive an email from us today, please contact us right away. We will check the email address we have in our records and resend it.

Please let us know if you have any questions! We will be in touch in the next week or so with more information about the Forum Blast as well as a survey about dates/times for the Virtual Baby Shower to be held in the Virtual Labs on Etsy. Let the shower begin!

PS. It came to our attention that the email was sent from Jessica's email account instead of the EtsyBabyShower email account by mistake. Please direct all questions and concerns to the Etsy Baby Shower Email Account. So sorry for the confusion!