Meet Etsy Seller kbpdesigns

Posted Wednesday, April 30, 2014


Today we would like to introduce you to
Etsy shop Kbpdesigns

Kbpdesigns has been selling on Etsy since February 2008, they sell beautiful traditional clothing for boys (and girls) such as bow ties, suspenders, hats, jackets and more! Today they are going to give us a little peak behind the scenes of their Etsy shop.

Baby Boy Suit size 3 months to 36 months
$55.00
Infant baby Toddler Boy Bow Tie and Diaper cover Set  Pick you favoirte design size 0 to36 months
$30.00
Boys Necktie and Suspender sets Custom made newborn to 9 years. baby Boy Toddler Neckties
$29.00
Wish Suit  Baby Boy 5 piece Suit size 3 months to 36 months
$105.00

What motivated you to start your shop?
I wanted cute things to add to my son's wardrobe.  I was able to find tons and tons of girl things, but when I went looking for boy stuff it was nearly impossible to find hardly anything.  So I started making him neckties and vests to add to his wardrobe.  So I started my shop with this in mind and it has snowballed into creative fun accessories that were easy to take care of and that had personality.

What is the story behind your shop name?
I couldn't think of anything really creative so I went with simple and was unique to me.  KBP Designs stands for Kristina Bell Perry Designs.

What surprised you most about having your own craft / online shop?
I have attempted to sell my items at local craft fairs and boutiques and it usually ended up as a bust.  I was also hesitant on opening my shop up online for the same reason.  So you can imagine my surprise when I began to see the amount of interest in what I was making and selling.

What is your favourite creations from your shop?
One of my most favorite items is my knickers outfit.  It was my first custom order for a customer who was looking for a specific outfit for her son to wear.  It was not something that I sold, but was willing to make for her and it turned out so cute and I also really enjoyed the process of making it.  So it was easy to make that outfit available to others who ended up looking through my shop.

What do you find most challenging about being an Etsy seller?
I try to provide all the information needed for the customers to purchase item, but from there are times when I find it difficult to communicate with the buyer exactly what they are wanting to purchase.  Especially when it comes to custom orders.

What's your personal philosophy behind your shop / products?
Sewing is my favorite thing to do, and something I have done since I was very young. My favorite part is to make something that really stands out, something that is unique and wonderful. As a designer I take pride in creating things that are a cut above basic, something you will cherish.

What do you do when you aren't working?
Mostly when I am not working I am a mom. I carpool my kids all over the place from piano lessons, to art class, to swim and dance class.  I also have a green thumb with my garden.  And I also enjoy trying to also sneak in the occasional date with my hubby.

Anything else you'd like to tell us or share?
Not only do I  make items for boys, but I also do make myself available for custom orders.  I can also create a memorable baby blessing outfits, father and son matching items, matching items for weddings, special birthday outfits or many other items.  I'm up for a challenge.

Kbpdesigns is offering a 20% discount in her shop on orders over $20. To use the coupon visit her etsy store and enter code "ETSYKIDS" at checkout. Valid until May 31st 2014.

Baby Toddler  Boy Newsboy hat or Driver styled  Hat, you select style and hat
$20.00
Toddler Baby  Boy Bow tie, Driver Hat, Boxer and suspender  set custom Order your design
$65.00
Baby Infant  Boy's Outfit, size 0 to 18 months Vest, Bowtie, diaper cover, Driver styled hat.
$70.00
Girl and Boy Necktie Argyle pre-tied necktie 12 and 14 iches long ages 4 to 9 years old
$16.00

April Design Challenge Winner!

Posted Monday, April 28, 2014

April's Design Challenge had the theme "Secret Garden".
We had lots of lovely entries from our team member but the winning entry with the most votes was..



This is a lovely fairy cottage in the shape of a flower with two fairy felt dolls with long wool hair. The perfect waldorf inspired play set for the whimsical secret garden fantasy.

The fairy house features one door and two windows for interactive play and the little flower fairies have long wool hair for a richer texture and different hair styles.

Here are some more lovely items from Minorca
Super Hero Doll Puppet, Super Girl Soft Doll, Push Toy, Action Figure Softies.
$32.00
Felt Family House Play Set. Waldorf Inspired Plush Felt Dollhouse. Includes 6 Family Dolls. Felt Toy for Toddlers.
$69.90
French Bulldog Mini Soft Felt Play Set. Soft Dog Play Set with Dog House, Pillow and Bone.
$24.90
Reader Brooch Pin. Bookworm Hand painted Pin. Illustrated Polymer Clay Brooch. Art Pin.
$9.37
Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs Complete Finger Puppet Set- Felt Finger Puppet Set of 10 for Kids- Fairy Tale Creative Play
$32.00
Book Brooch Pin. Girl Reading Hand painted Pin. Bookworm Illustrated Polymer Clay Brooch. Art Pin.
$9.37
Full Body Hand Puppet Girl. Foam Doll Puppet in Pink. Full Body Puppet Doll
$43.65
Modern Family Portrait Plush Doll Set. Grandparents, Parents & Children. Waldorf Inspired Miniature Dolls.
$31.25

Natural Mosquito Spray Tutorial





Last Spring I decided to try and make my own natural bug spray. The mosquitoes are pretty bad here in Virginia and we buy a lot of mosquito spray.  We always buy natural which can get expensive so I wanted to try and make it myself.

The process was very simple, I'm not sure I have ever completed an easier DIY project. I found the recipe in the March/April 2013 issue of Mother Earth Living.  The only thing I would do differently is find a better spray bottle. I initially used a water spray bottle which didn't work that well and after this photo was taken I found a better, smaller one at Target for $1.

I would say that they mosquito spray works as well as any other citronella spray.  It needs to be re-applied after about 2 hours and it needs to be rubbed in a little bit.

What you need:
2 oz. grapeseed oil or Almond oil ( I bought grapeseed oil)
combine with 1/2 teaspoon citronella or lemongrass essential oil ( I bought citronella).
spray bottle.


Dorinda's shop, Raising Green Kids, offers eco-friendly products for your family. Follow her on Facebook and twitter and at her blog.

Meet Etsy Seller Dixie's Doodads Brie's Bows

Posted Wednesday, April 23, 2014


Today we would like to introduce you to

Dixie's Doodads Brie's Bows is new to Etsy, and has been selling on Etsy since January 2014, they sell cute hair clips, hair bows and other adorable items for kids! Today they are going to give us a little peak behind the scenes of their Etsy shop.

Baby Girl Blue Shabby Chic Headband, Toddler Girls Blue Shabby Chic Headband, Shabby Chic Blue Flower Headband
$7.00
Baby Girl Easter Headband, Toddler Girls Easter Headband, Shabby Chic Easter Flower Headband
$7.00
Coral Dahlia and Lace Girls Headband, Girls Headband, Girls Flower Headband
$7.50
Pink Chevron Infant Barefoot Sandals, Infant Barefoot Sandals, Girls Barefoot Sandals, Childrens Barefoot Sandals
$7.00

What motivated you to start your shop?
Having two little girls is what really inspired me to start this shop. You see our 2 and 1/2 year old has a lot of hair and I have always had fun putting pretty hair clips and headbands in her hair. After having our 2nd daughter she didn't have as much hair and hair clips won't stay in very well which is what prompted me to start creating gorgeous headbands. In turn I started making hair clips as well, from there my shop has bloomed into becoming somewhat of a boutique for little girls!

What is the story behind your shop name?
When I first had the idea that I wanted to open this shop I thought of Brie's bows right away being that our littlest daughter's name is Briana, but I knew that I needed to include our oldest daughter as well which is when the Dixie's Doodads part came into the name. Making it Dixie's Doodads Brie's Bows! Plus the doodads portion of the shop name I figured would allow me to add a wider variety of products rather than being restricted to just bows!

What is your favourite creations from your shop?
I really do enjoy making all of my products that's what makes having the shop so fun, if I didn't enjoy making the things I make then I probably wouldn't have continued and opened this shop.
However if I had to pick, there are 2 products that I really like to make and those are my barefoot sandals and any and all of my shabby chic flower headbands I just love the almost country vintage look and feel to the shabby chic flowers.

What do you find most challenging about being an Etsy seller?
My biggest challenge being an Etsy shop owner and seller is finding a good way to get my shop and products out and known about. I do post on my facebook page, website, and in team forms as well as other methods but still it definitely takes a lot more work than you think to get your product and shop noticed!

What do you do when you aren't working?
When I'm not working on something to do with my Etsy shop I can most likely be found spending time with our little girls and tending to their needs whether it be playing, watching a movie or something else as well as spending time with my husband. Those 3 are my biggest motivation and supporters and without them as well as other close family members I am sure there wouldn't be a shop!

Purple Chevron Infant Barefoot Sandals, Infant Barefoot Sandals, Girls Barefoot Sandals, Childrens Barefoot Sandals
$7.00
Dance Bag Personalized, Personalized Dance Bag, Personalized Ballet Bag, Ballet Bag Personalized, Dancer Bag, Dancer Bag
$15.00
Purple and Aqua Girls Tutu, Purple Girls Tutu, Girls Tutu, Infant Tutu, Toddler Tutu
$15.00
Girls Lavender Floral and Taupe lace headband, Girls Lace Headband, Girls Lacy Headband, Lace Headband, Lace and Flower Headband
$7.00

April Design Challenge. It's time to Vote!

Posted Monday, April 21, 2014

For April our Design Challenge theme was "Secret Garden"
We have lots of lovely entries from our team members, browse down and vote for your favourite item!
Voting is open until 27th April.

Treasury Challenge #32 - Autism Awareness

Posted Sunday, April 20, 2014

The theme for the EtsyKids Team treasury challenge #32 was "Autism Awareness".
Our team members created lots of beautiful treasuries featuring some amazing items, but the winner with 115 views is...
Autism Awareness Puzzle Pieces Baby Ribbon Tab Tag No Loops Fleece Blanket with Minky Dots
$26.00
Autism awareness - autism headband - puzzle headband - toddler headband
$3.50
Autism Awareness Hair Bow, autism hair clip, autism accessories, autism puzzle piece bow, blue autism bow, Meghan and Julie
$7.75
Autism Awareness Button Brooch
$5.00
Autism Awareness Shirt... Autism has touched my Life Autism Awareness shirt...Asperger's Awareness
$22.00
The Hope Tree for Autism Awareness Wooden 3D Puzzle  - Ready to Ship
$50.00
Autism Awareness Owl - Puzzle Piece Owl
$18.00
Animals Sight Words Laminated on a Ring For Toddler or Preschooler: In Boy, Girl, or Neutral Colors!
$5.99
baby blanket puzzle pieces autism awareness gender neutral
$40.00
Sensory Bean Bags - Mini - Full of Color
$35.00
Montessori Personalized Hand Kite - Waldorf Wind Wand - Fairy Wand - Wooden Toy - Outside Toys - Rainbow
$7.00
Kids Safety ID Wristband - Autism 8/Pack
$5.95
Riley Blake Designs Pieces of Hope Mulit Words by RBD Designers for Charity Quilting Fabric YARD
$8.95
SALE Autism awareness Autism is my Super Power shirt toddler & youth
$13.50
RockerByeBasics Baby or Toddler Blanket puzzle pieces with red flannel boys girls unisex 36x42
$20.00
Baby Nursery Wall Art, Rainbow Button Art Wall Hanging, Button Art,  Upcycled Canvas Painting  Framed 8x10 Made to Order
$50.00

JoellaCrochet sells crochet photo props, baby hats and accessories. We love this pink butterfly cape for baby photo shoots that is available in her shop. Visit her shop to see more of her wonderful creations.


Meet Etsy Seller Your Mom Designs

Posted Wednesday, April 16, 2014


Today we would like to introduce you to
Etsy shop Your Mom Designs

Your Mom Designs has been selling on Etsy since November 2008, they sell a collection of yarn and textile goods with families in mind. All items are designed and made by YourMomDesigns, a momma of three kids that thoroughly and aggressively(at times) put to the test and explore creative play. Today they are going to give us a little peak behind the scenes of their Etsy shop.

roygbiv nesting bowls, made from eco friendly upcycled t-shirts by yourmomdesigns  waldorf, montessori puzzle
$30.00
crochet flower necklace for little girls in fuchsia, orange and purple with buttons by yourmomdesigns
$12.00
crocheted red superhero mask for infants by yourmomdesigns(rts)
$5.00
handful of love baby's first toy in roygbiv by yourmomdesigns (rts) made from eco friendly upcycled t-shirt yarn montessori inspired
$14.00

What motivated you to start your shop?
I chose to stay at home when my first child was born, but knew that I wanted to invest time and interest into a personal passion and etsy.com was the perfect avenue to pursue selling my crocheted goods while being able to start at my own pace and learn as I went.

What is the story behind your shop name?
"your mom" jokes always make me laugh - in high school I would often chime in with a "your mom" does such and such and became maybe a little too well known for it. When considering shop names I wanted to come up with something fun and memorable and yourmomdesigns just naturally came about.

What surprised you most about having your own craft / online shop?
The opportunities that I've had to sell wholesale, have patterns published and be a part of collaborations because lovely folks have found me on etsy.com.

What is your favourite creations from your shop?
My nesting bowls are by far one of my favorite things to create - because it is a set, each bowl I make fits into the next I create so the process of making them is just as fun as playing with the finished product and I get to play with color variations as well.
https://www.etsy.com/listing/79119697/roygbiv-nesting-bowls-made-from?ref=shop_home_active_5

What do you find most challenging about being an Etsy seller?
Finding the right balance of time to invest in my personal venture and sticking to a regular work schedule are not my forte, but planning and providing myself with time to actually work and developing a schedule have helped me the most to rise to the challenge.

What's your personal philosophy behind your shop / products?
I want everything that I sell to serve purpose but also be bright and a lot of fun. It's also very important to me to use eco friendly materials when possible, which is why I love working with my handmade up-cycled t-shirt yarn.

What do you do when you aren't working?
I get to enjoy life with my dear husband and three kiddos, the work and wonder of it is something I consider a huge privilege. I am a huge fan of coffee and have a small part time job working for my local Church as a coffee shop manager. I also have a big extended family, with 9 siblings, and spending time with them is one of my greatest treasures.

Your Mom Designs is offering a 15% discount in her shop on orders over $10. To use the coupon visit her etsy store and enter code "ETSYKIDSLOVE" at checkout. Valid until May 16th 2014.
electric handheld rainbow, crocheted t-shirt yarn key ring toy for baby in neon by yourmomdesigns(rts)
$10.00
black crocheted pirate eye patch for kids by yourmomdesigns(rts)
$4.00
crocheted flower necklace for little girls in pink by yourmomdesigns removable buttons learning toy
$12.00
crocheted navy to sky blue ombre nesting catch all bowls, made from crocheted up-cycled t-shirts by yourmomdesigns
$15.00
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