Showing posts with label Clothing. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Clothing. Show all posts

Eat Your Veggies!

Posted Wednesday, July 07, 2010

HAPPY SATURDAY - HERE'S A TUTE

Posted Sunday, June 27, 2010


I've been sewing for almost 20 years now...sigh - I still remember when I first started...the sewing patterns read like stereo instructions - good grief!
Along the way I've learned a few shortcuts and tips and one of my favs is this method of sewing a pair of pants - and it works for any length or style of elastic waist pants or shorts. See the tutorial HERE.
Smooches!

Kids in Black and White

Posted Tuesday, June 22, 2010

This fun and edgy treasury of EtsyKids team members was created by OriginalsbyLaurenToo, stop by Etsy and give it, some well deserved comment love!

Thanks mom

Posted Sunday, April 11, 2010

Without moms, we couldn't have Team EtsyKids. Because of this, we have gotten together to give you a special thanks for being such great moms! We are giving away 3 baskets of goodies that Team EtsyKids members have made especially for you : #1 Infant/Toddler Girl Basket #2 Infant/Toddler Boy Basket #3 Older Children Basket #4 Special Mommy Basket. Entering to win will be easy and fun because we are going to do a scavenger hunt! Contest runs from Sunday, April 11, 2010 till Sunday, April 25, 2010

These are the items in the Infant/Toddler Girl
Basket!

1. Amy Butler Organic Hooded Towel by Ahmelie www.ahmelie.etsy.com
2. Booties by Baby Sew Pretty www.babysewpretty.etsy.com
3. Washcloth by Cort's Things www.cortsthings.etsy.com
4. Pacifier Clip/Bib/Bow Holder by Cute As A Button 4 Baby www.CuteAsAButton4Baby.etsy.com
5. Ruffled Socks by Giggle Baby Designs www.gigglebabydesigns.etsy.com
6. Sandwich Bag by Granny Zann www.grannyzann.etsy.com
7. 1-3 Year Old Pink and Green Tutu by Happy Honu Maui www.tikitales.etsy.com
8. "When I am Quite on Oahu" Book by Happy Honu Maui www.tikitales.etsy.com
9. Gerbera Daisy Clippie by Lil Princess Bow www.lilprincessbow.etsy.com
10. Crocheted Flower Headband Sadie Bear Accessories www.SadieBearAccessories.etsy.com
11. Freezie Sleeves The Crazy Elephant www.thecrazyelephant.etsy.com

Gift Certificates in the basket:
$15 to Monogramming by Tammy www.monogrammingbytammy.etsy.com
$5 to RaspberryKidz www.raspberrykidz.etsy.com
$10 gift certificate to Elizabeth Gwen Orignals www.elizabethgwenorignals.etsy.com

These are the items in the Infant/Toddler Boy Basket!

1. Amy Butler Organic Hooded Towel by Ahmelie www.ahmelie.etsy.com
2. Washcloth by Cort's Things www.cortsthings.etsy.com
3. Pacifier Clip/Bib/Bow Holder by Cute As A Button 4 Baby www.CuteAsAButton4Baby.etsy.com
4. Baby Friendly Pram Kitty by Dotty Monkey www.dottymonkey.etsy.com
5. Sandwich Baby by Granny Zann www.grannyzann.etsy.com
6. Travel Silky by Happy Honu Maui www.tikitales.etsy.com
7."Absolutely Awesome Island Animals" Book by Happy Honu Maui www.tikitales.etsy.com
8. Freezie Sleeves by The Crazy Elephant www.thecrazyelephant.etsy.com

Gift Certificates in the basket:
$15 to Monogramming by Tammy www.monogrammingbytammy.etsy.com
$5 to RaspberryKidz www.raspberrykidz.etsy.com
Solid white onsie or shirt with one design by Three Cs Custom Designs www.threecscustomdesigns.etsy.com
$10 gift certificate to Elizabeth Gwen Orignals www.elizabethgwenorignals.etsy.com

These are the items in the Older Child Basket!

1. Amy Butler Organic Hooded Towel by Ahmelie www.ahmelie.etsy.com
2. Bow by Cort's Things www.cortsthings.etsy.com
3. Sandwich Bag by Granny Zann www.grannyzann.etsy.com
4. Superman Sandwich Bag by Quilt Dreams www.quiltdream.etsy.com
5. Freezie Sleeves by The Crazy Elephant www.thecrazyelephant.etsy.com
6. Ruffle Socks by Vivy's Closet www.vivyscloset.etsy.com

Gift Certificates in the basket:
$25 to Lakenandlila www.lakenandlila.etsy.com
$15 to Monogramming by Tammy www.monogrammingbytammy.etsy.com
$5 to RaspberryKidz www.raspberrykidz.etsy.com
$10 to MonkeysNMunchkins www.monkeysnmunchkins.etsy.com
$10 gift certificate to Elizabeth Gwen Orignals www.elizabethgwenorignals.etsy.com

These are the items in the Special Mommy Basket! )

Tea Wallet by Quilt Dreams www.quiltdream.etsy.com
Thank You Cards by The English Pea www.theenglishpea.etsy.com

Gift Certificates in the basket:
$5 to RaspberryKidz www.raspberrykidz.etsy.com
$10 gift certificate to Elizabeth Gwen Orignals www.elizabethgwenorignals.etsy.com

Are you getting excited yet? I know I am! Let me explain now how to win one of these adorable baskets from our Team EtsyKids Members.

Do you see this Daisy Photo?
Ok. Remember what that looks like because we are going to go on a scavenger hunt now! Hidden inside 2 items in each participating shop are the daisies. What you need to do is open the survey/form in a new window:
Hurry giveaway ends Sunday, April 25th!

All answers to the survey are optional except the ones that have an asterisk (*). It is up to you how many entries you want to have. The more you answer the more entries. So answer as many as you would like. You can come back and answer the ones you left blank at another time. You just have to fill in the ones with the asterisk and go from there.

Here you will find all of the information that you will need to collect and also a list of shops to go to to find the daisies. There will also be a list at the bottom of this post. You are able to come back and add any information that you need to as many times as needed. Just fill in your name and email and then whatever information you need to add. Leave the rest blank.

There are several ways to earn entries (and they are super easy):
1 entry - by referring a friend and them posting the link
1 entry per photo found
1 entry per favorite item listed
1 entry for listing your overall favorite item out of all of the shops
1 entry per tweet, facebook page, or blog post about the contest or a shop per post per day
10 entries per purchase made


Shop Name and Shop Address
Cute As A Button 4 Baby www.CuteAsAButton4Baby.etsy.com
Elizabeth Gwen Orignals www.elizabethgwenorignals.etsy.com
Happy Honu Maui www.tikitales.etsy.com
Monogramming by Tammy www.monogrammingbytammy.etsy.com
Sadie Bear Accessories www.SadieBearAccessories.etsy.com
Three Cs Custom Designs www.threecscustomdesigns.etsy.com

Etsy Kids in Full Bloom

Posted Sunday, March 28, 2010

EtsyKids team members kicked off the first week of Spring with a flower garden full of beautiful handmades for babies, kids and tots! All week long team members posted some of their favorite flower inspired EtsyKids finds on the Etsy Forums. Check it out to see all the amazing variety the team has to offer!


Peasant Dress in Mocca by ButterflyBabyPlace
Felted Flower Ring - buttercup by thecleverkitty
Red, Blue Flower Reversible Bib by brooksboutique
Everyday Necktie, Red Blossoms by Me and Matilda
Spring Bloom Crocheted Hair clip Set by AngelFishBoutique

Every Monday morning Liz of Daisy Creek Designs selects a new theme of EtsyKids handmades to highlight. Stop by and see the latest in chic designs for the little ones in your life.

Featured Shop : Scandeez

Posted Thursday, November 05, 2009

Christmas is coming and I am starting to worry about the Christmas shopping list that is bare, well, empty really. Half way through the year I did well and bought a lot for my daughter but I still have my son, and the rest of the family to buy for. Starting to panic, life is hectic without adding Christmas shopping to the mix!
So with a Christmas list in mind I set out to find a super cute Christmas item to feature today and I couldn't go past the leather infant shoes from Scandeez.

So modern and beautiful without being over the top.

Scandeez of course has other items available that are for everyday wear, but to dress baby for Santa's first visit the below outfit is perfect.


The one thing that I loved about Scandeez shop is the effort that Connie has put into her profile
After reading it you really have an insight to the person behind the store which is lovely when shopping online.
Enjoy!

Featured Shop: Planet Pudge

Posted Thursday, October 15, 2009


Today I thought whatever the first listing that comes up under an 'etsykids' search is the lucky person that will be the featured shop this week and I must say I am delighted to find planet pudge as that listing.
Planet Pudge is an out-of-this-world planet filled with hand-embroidered tees & hoodies guaranteed to be the holiday gift that keeps on getting compliments and the tee your little one refuses to take off.
The result of an over-caffeinated, creative-deprived mom in search of fun, unique, modern clothes for her two little girls. Sick of the same old mass-produced stuff, she started fanatically drawing, cutting, obsessing over fabrics and hand-stitching everything (much to the dismay of her calloused middle finger). Many "where did you get that"'s later, Planet Pudge was born. A bouncing baby brand that offers a wide array of colorful American Apparel tees, tanks and hoodies both great (up to size 12) and small. Every Planet Pudge creation is one-of-a-kind, just like your mommy-worshiping, caterpillar-smooshing, homework-defying kid.
Shipping is available with all items shipping within one week.
I just love it all and might have to start christmas shopping right here!



So adorable...enjoy!

Time sure does Fly

Posted Wednesday, September 23, 2009

I have been soo busy getting ready for my new bundle of joy that I keep forgetting to post a blog for you to read. So Sorry!! I do have only 5 more weeks to go so I am getting super excited. And Everyone is getting ready for Halloween so that will be fun too. YAY!! Ok wanted to make an effort to at least post something and not be a completely horrible poster.

Ohh and We finally got to find out our bundle will be a little girl. So I have tons of shopping to do still. My five year old son is excited about having a little sister too so I am soo totally blessed with that. Well again I am sorry I have neglected you all and I hope I can get back into the groove of posting for you all.

Featured Shop - Boutique lucky Stars

Posted Thursday, August 27, 2009


I love etsy shops that carry something for both sexes, having a boy and a girl myself it is great to be able to purchase from one shop, saving on postage costs! The lady behind Boutique Lucky Stars, based in Sarasota, has the great job of being a full time mommy: loving, hugging, comforting, cheering, guiding, laughing, dancing, chasing, fixing, organizing, cooking, cleaning, laundry, cooking, cleaning, laundry, cooking, cleaning, and laundry. In between all the fun, she creates items for mamas-to-be, babies and toddlers of both sexes.



Inspired by fresh, modern fabrics you will find T Shirts, Bodysuits and nappy covers among the divine collection that also features free shipping within the USA (please contact the store for international shipping).


Boutique also offers custom orders and bulk discounts.

Featured Shop: Little Diva Crafts

Posted Thursday, August 20, 2009

Little Diva Crafts is located in sunny Brisbane, Australia. Christine, the owner loves to buy fabrics from all over the world to create gorgeous toys, clothes and accessories for her three little cherubs and now creates them for yours too! My personal favourite at the moment is the snigglebottom's - These cute little critters each have their own name and there are no two that are alike, they are soft and cuddly, have perfect feet for those who like to chew on something and are a great grip size for any little kiddie at approximately 30cm tall.


With every dress that you buy, you will receive a free matching clip, so much better than searching for something that matches the outfit after purchase!





If you feel like doing a bit of sewing yourself - Check out Christine's new Etsy store - Usew2 for patterns and DIY kits which include pattern and fabric..

Featured Shop - Retro Rugrats

Posted Thursday, August 06, 2009

Retro Rugrats™ is where you will find hand-crafted children's products that are professionally constructed.
You will find crayon rolls, children's apron's, bib's chalk mats, accessories and much more!
Retro Rugrats is run by Maria Kirk, a work at home mother to 3 small children she enjoy's researching fashions and popular toys of the past and incorporating them into modern, updated styles. Occasionally she will re-work vintage fabrics into the designs and mix and match with updated reproduction fabrics. Located in the community of Ventura, California Retro Rugrats™ will ship worldwide.
Any child would love to receive one of these great items....lets face it Christmas isn't that far away!
Enjoy!

Color Trends Fall 2009/Winter 2010

Posted Saturday, July 18, 2009

Im fondly thinking of autumn and sweaters here in the mountains. I thought you may like to see the color forecast for fashion. This information is courtesy of fashiontrendsetter.com. Enjoy!


Chic shades are inspired by digital prints and holograms. This trend is dominated by solid and cold tones. Midnight blues and earth tones as well as deep pink are opposing and in that way creating a world of playful patterns. The interaction of functional blues and structured browns open out onto turbulent explorations that burst forth in stormy alchemies.

The Classic world is characterized by diluted color effects. Clean and earthy colors play a big role in this section. In curious combinations they seem to be like an experiment. Brown and green tones mixed together create a hint of mystery in combination with gray and foggy shades.

Casual colors reflect the style of mixed technologies. Juicy orange tones, drunken scarlets and neutral nuances combine in a dangerous relation. The way how a dynamic brilliance and shining is created seems like a magic formula. Pavement grays brought together with dazzling lights are a contrast to passionate and theatrical tones.

Looking for toys for my boy

Posted Wednesday, July 08, 2009

Well I have started my b-day shopping already for my big boy. He will be five at the end of August and the days seem to be flying by already, so I thought I would start my shopping now. I have gotten a few things already but I found a few I want to get but need to make a little more money before I can finish my shopping.
So when I get my money I will have to hunt you all down, lol.

Like I sooo want to get this for him. It is great for us, because we are homeschooling and it would be totally beneficial for him.

By Tootsiebear


I love toys for my boy and I really love it when they are educational too, it is like a two for one in my brain, LOL. What is better than learning while playing?
He would also love these little guys
by Kidnaroundcreations

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=24203067



He loves firemen and police and this would just be sooo much fun for him to play with.

And what little boy wouldnt just love this here wooden tool set.

by Prettydreamer



Now I have to get to work and sell some stuff so I can get these for my little boy. LOL. Have a wonderful day and enjoy creating.

Recycling Tutorial

Posted Saturday, June 20, 2009

It's been a while since I did a how to - and since Ive been up to my neck in The Jump Off this week I though it appropriate to share the process - so you can start experimenting!


I start with a fabulous Tshirt - I wash and dry it and give it decent pressing.


Then I cut off the sleeves, the hem, cut the side and shoulder seams. Im very careful to cut strait so I dont damage any of the design space on the tshirt.


I put the sleeves and hem trim into my stock pile - I hoard up every tshirt I can get my hands on and even if I cant use the logo or if the shirt has holes, I can still salvage the sleeves and trim and I use the body of solid shirts to make the skullys to coordinate with the onesies/dresses.


From that fabulous stash of sleeves and such I find great coordinating sleeves and trim for the project Im working on.


Next, I find the center of the design - not the shirt - With tshirts, you don't match the edges because when you take them apart the edges stretch out of shape so the shirt edges are not accurate for centering. This step is crucial - b/c if your off the onesie image will be off center.


Now I take my handy dandy patterns that I made from taking apart actual onesies and making sketches (which took years :D - but it was worth it)
You can just take apart a oneise or a dress that you have at home and use it for a pattern.


After the pieces are cut out I take this opportunity while the sleeves are still flat to attach my rock out label for the Jump Off.



I then, take the hem trim and sew it with a zig zag stitch on the the front and back neck edges of the garment.



I cannot stress how important pressing is to your sewing projects. A good press job can save you tons of time. Don't skip this step - Pressing makes the difference between a 'home made' look and a 'professional' one.


The same can be said for pinning. The only thing is you must be careful with pins b/c they can warp your machine needle and ultimately break it if your not careful.


So, I pin the front and back together, centering the two pieces to create an overlapping shoulder seam as on a traditional onesie and then I center the sleeve and pin it so I always know where the center is.


Ok - this is the tricky part (as with all set in sleeves). Set in sleeves are larger than the 'hole' they fit into, this gives your arm room to move. So the key is to 'ease' the extra fabric into the 'hole' with out getting any tucks or pinches into the seam. Do you see how much more blue fabric there is than the cream. The key to set in sleeves is, sew them in before you sew the side seams up and then make sure the sleeve is on the bottom so the
feed dogs can ease the extra fabric in for you. This happens because the feed dogs pull the bottom fabric more than the top because it is touching the bottom piece, thus pulling it through at a faster pace.

OK - sleeve in, no tucks or pinches...off to the serger.


The Serger simply gives your sewn seam a finished professional look. You can use sergers for tons of different things, but for my things this is what I use it for. You can totally skip the sewing machine for construction and only use the serger - which will save you a step. I choose to use both because Im selling my item and the process I use give me peace of mind that nothing will come apart on the customer!


See how nice the finish seam looks? If you dont have a serger, you can certainly zig zag the edges, or actually - in this case - you can just leave the seams alone since knit doesnt ravel :) Im a little anal though - so I finish mine.


Okie Dokie Sleeve number 1 is in and pressed! I repeat for the other sleeve and then I sew the side seams and run them through the serger. The last step is to take the other piece of hem trim and put a colorful edge along the bottom edge of the onesie or dress in this case.


And now you have a totally rockin wearable for your little rocker girl to sport alone or with jeans, tights or leg warmers! If I were making a onesie instead all the steps are the same. I would just put the trim around the leg and crotch edge in one swoop and then apply snaps to the crotch. I hope you enjoyed getting to see all the fun I have making my wearables - make sure you stop by the shop sometime~ XOXO
and get to sewing! Make something today!

Im off to the pool! Smooches Divas!
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