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This week we meet Etsy seller Tomboy Nanny. TomboyNanny has been making fun items for children and adults, knitted and crocheted with bright, washable yarn since October 2014.
![PRINTABLE Dinosaur Treasure Hunt, Kids Scavenger Hunt, Educational Game, Treasure Game, Dino Hunt, Party Games, Kids Party, Dinosaur Game](https://img1.etsystatic.com/134/0/10159382/il_570xN.868634627_dy17.jpg)
![Blue Dragon Scarf, Secret Pockets, Hand Warmers, Handmade Knit Kids Scarf, Childrens Blue Winter Accessories, Gift for Boys, gift for girls](https://img0.etsystatic.com/071/0/10159382/il_570xN.806114580_qhzz.jpg)
![Red and Navy Gloves with Web Shooters, Handmade Kids Costume Fingerless Gloves for Children, Imaginitive Play, Halloween Gift for Kids](https://img0.etsystatic.com/049/0/10159382/il_570xN.671301864_nh4x.jpg)
What motivated you to start your shop?
I'm a professional nanny, and I sometimes bring my knitting with me to work. One day, my charge asked me to make him some web shooters, so of course, I did. Other nannies and moms really liked my creation, so I started making different color combinations and one mom suggested I start an Etsy shop.
What is the story behind your shop name?
I've always been a tomboy, and I take pride in my career as a nanny. So those two words describe who I am, plus I think it describes the kinds of things I make. I love bright colors, sports and fun educational activities.
What is your favourite creations from your shop?
That's a tough one! I like creating different things at different times, but I love watching kids play with my web shooters and my dinosaur treasure hunt was a real labor of love.
What surprised you most about having your own craft / online shop?
The sheer number of people selling online is amazing! I was worried about the competition, but I was surprised at how supportive other sellers are in the forums and teams.
What do you find most challenging about being an Etsy seller?
Titles and tags are still a mystery to me. I tweak and edit mine as much as I can. I wish there was a magic formula to it! I try not to get too down about it, and just focus on creating new and fun items.
What's your personal philosophy behind your shop / products?
Everything I make comes from my 6-year-old charge's imagination. Basically, I just want to make things that make kids smile.
What do you do when you aren't working?
When I'm not nannying or crafting, I spend most of my time watching sports (see, I said I was a tomboy). I love my Bears, Bulls, Cubs and Blackhawks, and I love trying out craft beers while watching. I also love checking out new neighborhoods in LA with my husband. We've been living here for over 5 years and we still haven't explored all of it.
I'm offering 20% your order with the coupon code ETSYKIDS
![Child's Birthday Crown in Baby Blue and Deep Purple, Kid Crown, Children Goodie Bag Items, Birthday Accessories, Birthday Gift, Crocheted](https://img0.etsystatic.com/109/0/10159382/il_570xN.884067936_inkp.jpg)
![Sky Blue Cuddly Kitty Cat Doll, Gift for Child, Blue Cat Lovey, Childrens Toy, Kids Stuffed Animal, Kids Lovey, Baby Blue Cat, Birthday Gift](https://img1.etsystatic.com/052/1/10159382/il_570xN.725109935_sz8i.jpg)
![Princess Doll with Red Hair Blue Eyes Green Dress Poseable Arms, Redhead Doll, Handmade Doll, Girl Doll, Soft Yarn Doll 11", Waldorf Doll](https://img0.etsystatic.com/103/1/10159382/il_570xN.845155114_7683.jpg)
post written by Raising Green Kids
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