EtsyKids Design Challenge - We Have a Winner!

Posted Monday, December 28, 2009

Congratulations to the winner of this month's challenge -2. Candy Cane Kisses - Red and white ballerina length LONG tutu by: thegirlyplace! The Girly Place is a store filled with beautiful things every little girl will adore - pretty shoes, hairpins, play food and beautiful tutus.
Please, be sure to visit this lovely store!

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As always, this month's challenge was full of fantastic examples of craftsmanship and design. Cheers to all of you that participated and we look forward to seeing more of your wonderful creations next month.

The Adventures of Fat Baby; Vampire Baby

Both of my kids have been breastfed. Well, kind of. With Eleanore, I didn't have the assistance I needed in the beginning, and no matter how bad I wanted her to latch on, it just wasn't happening. So for her, I pumped. After 6 months of being hooked up to uncomfortable plastic suction cups, for 3 hours a day, we switched her to formula. With Charlie though, I was determined. I wasn't going to give up so easily. Within seconds of being put into my arms, he latched on. I mean, he really latched on. At 8 months old, he weighs 25 pounds, that's how hard he latched on, haha.


I don't nurse my fat baby in public, I go into a dressing room, or sit in the car and do it (any mother who has nursed a baby in the front seat of a car deserves an award, by the way, framed and bedazzled). Not because I can't, its perfectly legal- I could. I just don't want to. Those nursing cover cape things, yeah that's not going to work for me. I need my own personal tent set up. But when I'm at home, even outside in the driveway or on the porch, Beware of Boob. At this point, I can't keep track of who has or hasn't seen my chest. I give the neighbors the courtesy of turning my chair around so that we're not facing their front window, but if you've been to my house in the last couple of months, you know I'm not shy about it.

The other day I was out on the porch with the family, our next door neighbor and her daughter were over playing, we were all enjoying the break from the heat that we've recently had here in Texas, and then- hunger struck. I did the usual, looked both ways to make sure nobody was staring directly at me, and then popped myself out of my bra and hushed the whining. There I am, tra la la, the cool breeze is blowing through my desperately seeking a cut hair, I'm taking in nice deep breaths of autumn scented oxygen, la di la-

OUCH! I screamed.

No, I literally screamed it.

Typically, I can take pain. I'm the queen of pain (Alk3 anyone), dealing with both Endometriosis and IBS on a daily basis (sometimes you have to throw in a little tmi, we're all friends here, right?), I can usually fly through the day with a couple of ibuprofen at my side, no problem. A headache comes along, pffft, so what. I stub my toe... walk it off. But this?

I looked down at Charlie. He was smiling back up at me. Literally, smiling. The little Vampire bit me. He bit me, and he liked it!

I've always wondered what it would feel like to get bitten by a vampire. Haven't we all (I know at least half of you have, though it was probably an older, dark eyed, dull minded yet ridiculously good looking guy with a crazy vocabulary named Edward)? Well now I have been, and it sucked. Seriously, by far, the worst pain I've felt in months. I looked around again, this time hoping that somebody was looking at me, having seen the evil grin poking out from behind the nipple, so that I could safely get away with my claim of sanity.

Of course, nobody had seen it. I then launched into an explanation for my shouting "ow!" at the top of my lungs, which nobody cared about. The world was apparently, going on without me, despite my 60 second pause and close encounter with death.


I guess sometimes it gets to a point where milk just isn't enough, for a fat baby. Watch out Mama's, hes coming after you next.

Written by Tia for The Mama Dramalogues

EtsyKids Design Challenge - It's time to VOTE!

Posted Sunday, December 20, 2009

It's time to vote for your favorite item! Voting will be open through midnight EST on Sunday, December 27th.

This month, EtsyKids members were challenged to create an exciting new item based on a theme 'Winter Wonderland'. We received a lot of fantastic entries from some talented designers and crafters. Please check out their work below and VOTE for your favorite!

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1. Rooster Christmas Ornament - Linen by: littleandbigk
2. Candy Cane Kisses - Red and white ballerina length LONG tutu perfect for Christmas or Winter by: thegirlyplace
3. Hendrick Loves Miffy Sock Monster PLUSH by: swiedebie
4. Snow fun pieced fabric holiday stocking by: monkeytreecreations
5. Fawn Dress by: PoppyandPeony
6. Red Mittens Angela Custom Order by JaidieBugBoutique
7. SNOWMAN Skirt by babe-a-gogo by: babeagogo
8. Star Light by: FlutterBrush
9. Dot Minky Wide Leg Ruffled Pants - Red or Brown Only by: SweetDesignsbyMaryum
10. Winter Babies Bib Set by starlightsound
11. snowy ..... embellished jeans sz. 5 by sunnybrookfarmdesign
12. Potty Chair (hand painted . wooden . owls. trees) by: bobsandbits
13. Yule Trees Pillowcase Pant Set size 3 Ready to Ship by: cuppycakedesigns
14. Set of Red Snowman No Slip Clippies by: AllThingsGirly
15. Merry Christmas-NEW ITEM-Red Tunisian Jester Hat-Waiting for Santa-Christmas Collection-Crochet by: ohbabydotcom
16. Snowmen Dancing for Joy Twirl Dress 4T by: stitchnlove
17. Christmas Personalized Notecards by: theenglishpea
18. Reindeer Christmas Shirt by: snugsandshoogs
19. Winter Onederland Jumper by: sewsosweetboutique
20. Mr. Snow Tee 24m/2t up to 5/6t by: plumtreestudio
21. Christmas Tree NO SEW Iron Applique by: Bellesmademoiselles
22. Winter Wonderland Snowflake shirt by: modernfrills

You can place your vote HERE.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

Santa's Sleigh Ride Team Holiday Sale - Twelth Stop

This holiday season, the Etsykids Team went for a ride in Santa's Sleigh! It started November 1st through Christmas Eve, and participating shops shared the holiday cheer with a shop sale of their choice. Santa traveled to each shop to take advantage of those great savings and you were invited to come along and perhaps snag a deal of your own! To help Santa, and so he didn't get lost, we tracked his journey with a new blog post at each regional stop and highlighted the stores he was visiting. This is his last stop before his "Big Night!"

Santa has said "Cheerio" to Europe and made his way to his final stops in Australia, New Zealand and Japan. While down under, Santa will be stopping in these fabulous shops:


Dresses, skirts, handbags and more!

I'm offering 15% off storewide (excluding postage) Let's Shop!


Clothing for boys and girls

I'm offering 10% of purchases over $30 (excluding postage) Let's Shop!


The cutest messenger bags for kids you've ever seen!

I'm offering a "shop early for Christmas offer" see my profile for details Let's Shop!


Handmade clothing for kids.

I'm offering Free shipping on everything listed in the Christmas category Let's Shop!


Art for the Little Stars in your life!

I'm offering Art Prints buy 2 get a 3rd FREE, plus FREE Aussie Christmas Card with all purchases Let's Shop!


Thank you for joining Etsykids for your holiday shopping!
Happy Holidays!!

Santa's Sleigh Ride Team Holiday Sale - Eleventh Stop

Posted Wednesday, December 16, 2009


This holiday season, join the Etsykids Team for a ride in Santa's Sleigh! Starting November 1st through Christmas Eve, participating shops will be sharing the holiday cheer with a shop sale of their choice. Santa will be traveling to each shop to take advantage of these great savings and you can come along and perhaps snag a deal of your own! To help Santa, and so he doesn't get lost, we'll be tracking his journey with a new blog post at each regional stop and highlighting the stores he's visiting.

After Santa's last stop stateside, in the Atlantic Southeast Region, he's crossed the Atlantic Ocean and landed in Europe (with stops in Switzerland, Nicosia and The Netherlands). Cheers!


Hip and handmade items for girls.

I'm offering 15% off anything in my shop including shipping Let's Shop!


Fine Art Prints, greeting cards, postcards and ACEO's

I'm offering "buy one get one free" + Free shipping on some items, every order shipped with a surprise gift Let's Shop!


Cute and weird sock monster plushes, accessories, and other cute plushes for you and your loved ones.

Come take a look Let's Shop!


Stay tuned, Santa will be visiting his last region on Sunday!
For your own copy of Santa's Official List - Click Here

Holiday Cheer

Posted Monday, December 14, 2009

Santa's Sleigh Ride Team Holiday Sale - Tenth Stop

Posted Friday, December 11, 2009


This holiday season, join the Etsykids Team for a ride in Santa's Sleigh! Starting November 1st through Christmas Eve, participating shops will be sharing the holiday cheer with a shop sale of their choice. Santa will be traveling to each shop to take advantage of these great savings and you can come along and perhaps snag a deal of your own! To help Santa, and so he doesn't get lost, we'll be tracking his journey with a new blog post at each regional stop and highlighting the stores he's visiting.

Santa's finished shopping in the Atlantic East Region and has headed south into the Atlantic Southeast Region; with stops in North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, and Florida!

Couture clothing, hair bows, leg warmers and bracelets.

I'm offering 10% off your total purchase and free shipping on all orders over $50.00 Let's Shop!


Busy Little Hands does all kinds of custom designs and lots of love is poured into every design that comes from these hands.

I'm offering 20% off Coloring Book Covers Let's Shop!


Couture Clothing for Boys and Girls.

I'm offering 1 item 10% off, 2 items 20% off , etc up to 50% off entire purchase Let's Shop!

Handmade owl totes, quiet books, advents and more!

I'm offering FREE USA SHIPPING on orders of $25.00 or more Let's Shop!


Handmade bows, clothes and gifts.

I'm offering FREE SHIPPING on purchases of $30 or more Let's Shop!


Made with love and care Handmade Clothing for Children.

I'm offering 10% off your order Let's Shop!


Organic T-shirts & Bodysuits, Wipe Cases & Burp Cloths

I'm offering 15% off everything plus free domestic shipping for orders over $50 Let's Shop!


Aprons, Pacifier Clips, Diaper Covers, Dresses and more!

I'm offering 10% off total purchase (before shipping) AND a FREE matching hairbow with any purchase over $50.00.


Plum tree studio, handmade for your little one.

I'm offering 10% off of all orders of $48.00 or more (before shipping) Let's Shop!


Classic, traditional styles of clothing.

I'm offering 25% off Christmas Plaid and Crimson Christmas Collections Let's Shop!


Where you’ll find the latest trends in boutique style clothing, burp cloths, bibs, nursing covers, diapers and wipes cases and more.

I'm offering 10% off total order AND Free Shipping Let's Shop!


Stay tuned, Santa will be visiting a new region on Wendesday!
For your own copy of Santa's Official List - Click Here
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